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The DR & the DJHumans Need Winterizing, too.This week on the podcast, John and Amy spoke about how to winterize. We winterize our house, car or even a boat but what about us? The winter season has high expectations of being warm, delightful, and filled with joy shared with the people we love. But a lot of the time it is cold, depressing, dark and filled with some bullsh*t from people we’re supposed to love. This is then followed by New Year’s where we seem to try to reinvent ourselves with the pressure and expectation that a “new year, new you” will fix everything...2023-12-0136 minThe DR & the DJReflecting on Death & MusicThis week on the podcast, John and Amy spoke about their experiences and the history of putting together their event Death & Music. The event navigates the delicate intersection of life, loss, and the emotive power of music. Bagpipes, bands, a string quartet and more made the night special and something John and Amy look forward to every year. John and Amy reflect on their own history of death and grieving, and Amy shares some recommendations on how to try and cope and move forward when dealing with a passing. She mentions trying to "look up" and remember th...2023-11-1739 min
The DR & the DJConnections Happen When You Put Yourself Out There, A Conversation with Nabil AyersThis week on the podcast, John and Amy spoke with Nabil Ayers, writer, drummer, President of the Beggars Group US, and long time friend and colleague of both Amy and John. Listen to this powerful conversation where the three of them discuss Nabil’s book “My Life In the Sunshine” and his complicated and inspiring search for, and discovery of, family. The three of them reminisce about their time in Seattle in the music scene, moving here around the same time and bands and experiences that shaped their lives. Nabil’s journey is an incredibly rich and emotional st...2023-11-101h 05
The DR & the DJLive from Desert Hot Springs with Musican Jen WoodWe recorded the podcast live from our retreat in Desert Hot Springs on Friday, so fun! Listen in to an awesome conversation with musician Jen Wood!. Jen talks about her recent tour as a singer with the Postal Service, plus her ongoing struggles to be "seen" while taking artistic and personal risks. We also get to hear a sneak peek of one of Jen's songs from her new album that hasn't been released yet.You can watch on YouTube or listen to the audio-only wherever you get your pods.Be sure to follow us on Th...2023-11-0146 minThe DR & the DJConversation with Shaina ShepherdIt’s Friday the 13th. Perfect Day for Luck. This week on the podcast, John and Amy spoke with Seattle Musician, Shaina Shepherd. Listen to this powerful conversation where the 3 of them figure out a connection between them all that changed all their lives. Thank you Shaina for your generosity and sharing your voice and your story with us. We didn't just talk with Shaina, we discovered with her.Shaina Shepherd is a singer, songwriter, vocal teacher, and community organizer in Seattle, WA. Known for her pervasive style as front-woman to soul-grunge band BEARAXE, her nota...2023-10-131h 05
The DR & the DJIt’s Never Too Late to Change Your Career & Make New Friends: A Conversation with Medical Tattoo Artist, Latoya DeniqueThis week on the The DR & DJ Podcast we chat with our first guest for the Season, Latoya Denique!Latoya Denique is the CEO of Scar Alchemy, Atlanta’s premier medical and cosmetic tattoo salon. With over a decade of experience as an Oncology Nurse Practitioner, dual degrees from Emory University and a degree from the University of Georgia, Latoya transitioned from the healthcare field to permanent makeup in 2020. From Latoya:We hold a lot of shame in our skin and you probably can imagine if you have a scar anywhere on y...2023-09-2947 minThe DR & the DJAre You a Fighter or a Flighter?This week on The DR & The DJ, Amy and John discuss what Amy calls the “language of the nervous system.” So many of us know about love language, but do we know the language of the nervous system? Getting to know yours and the people you are in a relationship with (partner, lover, spouse, children, boss, coworkers, clients, etc) will help you in one of the most important and impactful ways. Access to getting what you need is through understanding the language of your nervous system.Amy & John also get real about their need for a break. From...2023-09-1551 min
The DR & the DJSeason 3 Premiere: Divorcable Conversations and New Rules in MidlifeWe made it through our first episode of Season 3! We are excited to have pulled this off in the new format- live!In the episode, we talked a lot about the mythological animal called “work-life balance” and got real about some of our sacrifices, SNAFUs and the shitshow that is our household much of the time. While recording this podcast live, our producer was hunkered down in Florida during a hurricane and our dog was in a cone recovering from surgery. We mean it when we say the shitshow is real.We also talked a lot a...2023-09-0137 minThe DR & the DJPercussionist/writer/producer Barrett MartinThis week, we revist John & Amy's talk with Barrett Martin. Barrett is a percussionist, a writer, a composer & a producer. He has a masters degree in ethnomusicology, received a Latin Grammy for production & is producing a film celebrating the life of Cedell Davis. Barrett was an integral player in the 90's Seattle rock scene & continues to collaborate & operate in the rock n roll world. Barrett's newest book, Stillpoint, is accompanied by a studio record that serves as a soundtrack to a collection of short stories from his youth & world travels. John, Amy & Barrett not only discuss the process of...2022-05-141h 04
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: Grief Never DiesIn this week's B-side, John & Amy check back in about grief since the last time they spoke soon after his sister's death. They are there to remind you that you are not alone, grief never ends & to treat others with kindness...including yourself. You are not alone. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedj.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Join Dr. Amy’s community and get her libido boosti...2022-05-0625 minThe DR & the DJStone Gossard & Regan Hagar of Loosegroove RecordsThis week's guests are Brad/Pearl Jam guitarist Stone Gossard & Brad drummer Regan Hagar. The two founded Loosegroove records in 1994 where they signed up & coming artists & celebrated a multi-genre roster with a slant to Hip Hop & Rock. Today Loosegroove is still lively & diverse with new releases from the long awaited Painted Shield, Duff Mckagan's The Living, Britney Davis, & Tiger Cub. In this episode, the four discuss why Loosegroove is not just a record label for Stone & Regan, but a vehicle for two friends to share ideas, bond & do something they truly believe in together. We hear why & how Loosegroove o...2022-04-291h 13The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: The Bizarro Return to "Normal"In this Bside Dr Amy & John talk about why we may be feeling more anxious & disoriented in our post/late Pandemic return to "normal." Dr Amy offers a few ideas how to navigate this transition & as always John & Amy remind us we are not alone. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedj.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Theme music by Michael Lerner. Explore more podcasts at Ruinous Media2022-04-2226 minThe DR & the DJUW Associate Professor Nicole McNichols, Ph.D. on Human SexualityWe had such a great response from our Nicole McNichols episode, we’re posting again! Tell your friends! Tell your loved ones! Tell your lovers!This week's guest is Nicole McNichols, Ph.D., Associate Professor at the University of Washington Department of Psychology where she teaches The Diversity of Human Sexuality. Nicole tells us why & how she found herself teaching one of the universities most popular courses & why sex education is important for all stages of life. John Amy & Nicole discuss the significance of touch & physical connection & why it may be more important than ev...2022-04-1157 min
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: ForgivenessIn this week's B-side, Dr. Amy & DJ John discuss what it means to forgive. John tells a story about his father & when he learned how to accept him for who he was. Amy tells a story about her recent journey around the events of a Parole Hearing for her sister's murderer & the breakthroughs she had with forgiveness. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedj.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Theme music by Michael Lerner. Explore more podcasts...2022-04-0822 minThe DR & the DJPelvic Physiotherapist & Clinic Director Chana RossThis week, John & Amy speak with Chana Ross. Chana is a Pelvic Physiotherapist & Clinic Director at Vital Physiotherapy & Wellness in Toronto, ON. She is also a mother of 4 & host of She Has The Audacity, a podcast about women who are entrepreneurs, leaders & mothers that want to leave their mark on the world. In this episode John, Amy & Chana discuss the connection that is created in postpartum between physical & mental health & the struggles women have that are not outwardly addressed in our culture. Chana & Amy illustrate the direct relationship between the pelvic floor & the nervous system & how that influences life out...2022-03-301h 30
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: Myths Of MasturbationThis week on The DR & The DJ B-side, Amy & John dive into the wonderful world of self-love, sexual fantasies & demystify the outdated myths surrounding each. Listen & find out why your health might be tied to your fantasies & whether or not you masturbate.Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedj.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Join Dr. Amy’s community and get her libido boosting recipes and more midlife health ti...2022-03-2516 minThe DR & the DJKim Warnick, LegendThis week, John & Amy talk to Seattle rock n roll luminary Kim Warnick. Kim is a founding member, bass player & singer for The Fastbacks & Visqueen. Kim has consistently been a part of the Seattle music scene from the late 70’s to present, opening local shows for Joan Jett & The Ramones & touring globally with Seaweed & Pearl Jam. In this episode she shares her experiences growing up in the early Seattle music scene, the relationship to her own drug & alcohol issues & what finally triggered her to get sober. John, Amy & Kim discuss how the loss of a sibling disconnects them from th...2022-03-181h 04
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: The Super Power of GriefOn this week's B-side, John & Amy discuss their new found super power of grief: Clarity. John talks about how much the few weeks surrounding his sister's death have brought profound clarity to his life & encouraged him to stop tolerating the bullshit. Dr. Amy talks about why this is as we face mortality as our nervous system calibrates to the loss of a loved one & what is the best thing to do with this super power & how to use it. The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional a...2022-03-1115 min
The DR & the DJThe Ben Gibbard AnniversaryOur friend Ben Gibbard was on the show 1 year ago. We’d like to celebrate this anniversary by sharing this wonderful interview. Ben tells us how, as an ultra runner, he copes with injury, both physically & mentally. We hear about Ben’s connection between addiction, fitness & sobriety, & Ben shares his view on the future of live shows & touring. We also hear Proxima B from Ben’s 2020 solo release. Be sure to check out Ben's newest endeavor, both curating and performing on Ocean Child, Songs of Yoko Ono (out now). As always, John & Amy remind us that We’...2022-03-0441 min
The DR & the DJNick Firchau, Host of the Paternal PodcastThis week’s guest is Nick Firchau, producer & host of Paternal, a podcast that explores & shares new paths to fatherhood. Nick, Amy & John consider the consequence of not having a positive paternal figure in man’s life & how those models are passed down to their own parenting. Amy shares her experience growing up with 13 siblings, the differences between her mothers & fathers parenting workload & how her relationship with her father changed after puberty. They discuss the normalization of therapy, the power of putting ego aside & why the goal of Paternal is to make better, less toxic people. We open...2022-02-251h 29
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-Sides: The Death of My SisterOn this week's The DR & The DJ B-Side, John & Amy talk about the recent death of John's sister just a few days ahead of recording this podcast. John tells the story of her struggle with alcohol & an eating disorder. They go over the dos & don'ts of helping someone going through the grieving process or struggling with a loved one dealing with addiction.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Theme music by Michael Lerner. Explore...2022-02-1835 minThe DR & the DJChiropractor, Triathlete & Ultra-Marathoner, Dr. Erika BonillaThis week John & Amy talk with Dr. Erika Bonilla, a Chiropractor, triathlete, ultra-marathoner & a specialist in menstruating endurance athletes. She is also a proud homeschool mom, self-taught knitter, salsa dancer & tequila drinker. Dr Erika shares her experience running a 55 kilometer race, her upcoming 50 MILE race & how logistics & adventure play a role in her drive to run long distance races. She tells us why she looks at her athleticism as a privilege & not something she “should” do. John, Amy & Erika discuss the influence of self-worth & accountability on their physical health & why letting go of certain fitness strengths opens opportunities for new ph...2022-02-091h 19
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-Sides: ADHD & RelationshipsThis week on The DR & The DJ Bsides, Amy and John get real about arguing and navigating your relationship, especially when one of them is ADHD. They discuss how the solution is to understand what your partner needs and understand not the language of love but the language of the nervous system. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedj.The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Theme music by Michael Lerner. Explore more podcasts at Ruinous Media.2022-02-0419 minThe DR & the DJThe Great Johnny MarrThis week's guest is Johnny Marr. Since co-founding The Smiths, Johnny has gone on to perform, write & play guitar with a long list of luminary bands & projects that include Modest Mouse, The The, The Pretenders, Blondie, The Cribs & Talking Heads. Johnny has contributed & worked closely with Hans Zimmer on film scores for Inception, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 & most recently No Time To Die, the newest James Bond film. In addition, Johnny has consistently released & supported solo records, with the newest release Fever Dreams Pts 1-4, out February 25th. John, Amy & Johnny discuss the role that perception takes in his song...2022-01-281h 15
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: WTF is Mindful DrinkingThis week on The DR & The DJ Bsides, DR Amy & DJ John discuss WTF "Mindful Drinking" is. Mindful drinking is a lifestyle & a movement for those who are mild to moderate drinkers who want to practice a sense of ritual & mindfulness around alcohol consumption. Mindful Drinking would not be suitable for anyone in recovery or who may need a recovery/ sobriety program. Dr Amy discusses the various stages of alcohol use from beneficial, to casual/ non-harmful, to problematic use & then to chronic dependence. Both Dr Amy & DJ John share personal stories of drinking mindfully.... or not. Tune in for...2022-01-2125 minThe DR & the DJSinger Songwriter Kevin WhelanThis week John & Amy talk with Kevin Whelan. Kevin is a singer, guitarist & founding member of The Wrens. Kevin shares his experience of The Wrens as a band that “never made it” & the dynamic that guides this lifelong project that may or may not be broken up. John, Amy & Kevin discuss the mythical status of The Wrens & the reason & culture surrounding the bands last record Meadowlands. We also hear about the influence of Kevin’s kids on his new record Aeon Station (Sub Pop Records) & his plans for live performance in the near future. Our episode opens with John's story o...2022-01-141h 16
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: Happy New YearOn this week's B-sides, Dr Amy & DJ John talk about how to go into the New Year with forgiveness, compassion, self-acceptance, consistency & optimism. This is the toolbox you'll need to take on those New Year resolutions. You'll also need to harness all those rainbows & unicorns & be realistic about the year ahead. Amy & John also talk about some of the things that made 2021 not as awful as you may think as well as what they are hoping for in the year ahead--it involves pickleball, sunshine, taking breaks and looking at things not as bad & good but as cause & effect. Tag...2022-01-0729 minThe DR & the DJPercussionist/writer/producer Barrett MartinThis week John & Amy talk with Barrett Martin. Barrett is a percussionist, a writer, a composer & a producer. He has a masters degree in ethnomusicology, received a Latin Grammy for production & is producing a film celebrating the life of Cedell Davis. Barrett was an integral player in the 90's Seattle rock scene & continues to collaborate & operate in the rock n roll world. Barrett's newest book, Stillpoint, is accompanied by a studio record that serves as a soundtrack to a collection of short stories from his youth & world travels. John, Amy & Barrett not only discuss the process of making Stillpoint, b...2021-12-241h 25
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-Sides: EnmeshmentOn this week's B-sides, Dr Amy & DJ John's word of the (holi)day is "Enmeshment". Enmeshment is a relationship system where members are expected to think, feel, and believe certain ways, based upon spoken or unspoken rules for interaction. That form of relationship ultimately prevents true independence. Sound familiar? Happy Holidays! Tune in to hear some of John & Amy's reasons why we keep going back to toxic family members and some tools to help you break away from the damage they are inflicting on you. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedjThe DR & The DJ2021-12-1721 minThe DR & the DJRetail Therapy Owner Wazhma SamizayThis week’s guest is Wazhma Samizay. Born in the U.S. to Afghan parents, Wazhma has had the unique experience of growing up in Afghanistan, Paris, & the both the east & west coasts of the U.S., finally settling in Seattle as a young adult. For nearly 20 years she has owned & operated Retail Therapy, a retail shop in Seattle’s capitol hill neighborhood that also serves as an art gallery & community gathering space. Recently, Wazhma & her sister have been taking on the task of helping Afghani friends & artists leave Afghanistan following 20 years of U.S. occupation. John Amy & Wazhma discuss...2021-12-101h 09
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-sides: 7 Tips to Survive the WinterOn this week’s B-sides Dr Amy & DJ John talk about how to survive the winter blahs…. a common feeling, especially in the PNW. During dark & cold days people feel an increase in anxiety, depression, a lack of motivation & in general can just feel sad. The holidays can help or hurt this for people. Tune in to hear about 7 things you can do! Also, Amy & John challenge us all to a walking challenge for December! Only rules are you walk outside daily for a minimum of 10 min. Tag us on IG at @thedrandthedjTheme music by Michael Lern...2021-12-0323 minThe DR & the DJChef & Restaurateur Renee EricksonThis week John & Amy speak with Renee Erickson. Renee is a James Beard award winning Seattle based chef & restaurateur, owning & operating a family of restaurants under the umbrella of Sea Creatures. Renee has published two beautifully written & designed cookbooks. The first, A Boat, a Whale, a Walruswon a 2015 PNB book award & her newest book, Getaway, Food and Drink to Transport Youwas selected as the #1 cookbook of 2021 by Amazon. John, Amy & Renee address the general exhaustion that came with operating a restaurant in the pandemic & the responsibility that they have to their staff. Renee shares her process & the ch...2021-11-261h 13
The DR & the DJThe DR & The DJ B-SIDES: Make Sex a HabitIn this inaugural B-SIDES episode for Season 2, Dr. Amy Lindsey & DJ John Richards discuss one of their favorite topics: SEX. Amy discusses creating a habit of sex while John quizzes her on favorite positions, most overrated sex locations & more.Don't miss this short & sweet B-side. The DR & The DJ*Reminder: Nothing in this podcast is a substitute for medical or professional advice. Please always consult your doctor.Join Dr. Amy’s community and get her libido boosting recipes and more midlife health tips at Craft & Clinic. 2021-11-1909 min
The DR & the DJDr. Brad Lichtenstein: Death and GriefHello & welcome back to the first episode of Season 2!In the spirit of the fall & winter seasons, this episode’s theme is death & grief. This week, John & Amy speak to Dr. Brad Lichtenstein, ND BCB BCB-HRV. Dr. Brad is a Naturopathic Physician practicing in Seattle. He is the creator of The Breath Space, a training program that uses the power of breath to transform health, & has been a clinical supervisor for mind-body medicine/biofeedback & core clinical faculty at Bastyr. John, Amy & Dr. Brad discuss living with grief & why it is important to our living selves to accept the...2021-11-121h 14
The DR & the DJMedia Lawyer and Podcaster Joleen HughesIn this final episode of Season 1, John & Amy speak with Joleen Hughes. A native of Seattle, Joleen grew up in the 90’s music scene, not only participating as a fan, but promoting & booking shows at the height of the grunge explosion. Next, she joined Seattle’s "other industry,” technology, working with one of the first music streaming services. After 10 years, she left the tech world to pursue a career in law & eventually opened her own media law firm, Hughes Media Law. To top it all off, Joleen is a romance novelist & has her own podcast, The Lawyer Who Rocks. John, Am...2021-08-201h 30
The DR & the DJDr. Amy's B-Sides to Health: Positive FeedbackThis week on The DR & the DJ podcast, we feature B-sides to Health, with Dr. Amy LindseyToday I'm offering positive feedback, as we all could use some. I often think about how the laws of physics apply to our health & habits. The laws of inertia & momentum work together. Inertia is an unchanged state. Could be still, could be in steady motion. Momentum is what uses force to change the state. In other words, we use some momentum to change our state, & inertia will keep us steadily going... You are the external force to...2021-08-1305 min
The DR & the DJSinger and Actor Colin DonnellOn this week’s episode, we hear from singer & actor Colin Donnell. Colin has been active on both Broadway & television for most of his life, ranging from dramatic television roles like NBC's Chicago Med to the Broadway production of Cameron Crowes Almost Famous. Though work slowed down for him in 2020, Colin was not idle. He completed a record for his project The Nineteen Twenty with his friend & collaborator Brian Usifer & most importantly, experienced the birth of his child during a pandemic which did not go without complications. Amy, John & Colin discuss the "good side" of social media, the importance of...2021-08-061h 37
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: A nearly post-pandemic mix tapeJohn Richards here with the latest DJ Prescription. Today we diagnose a nearly post-pandemic mixed tape need. 3 songs that you would slap on a tape for anyone coming out of this shit show & hoping for better days. Good news, every artist you know or don't know yet is also coming out of this & they have the songs. The songs that are going to see us though this. 1. Strand of Oaks "Galacticana" "I believe that ecstasy happens when we all get together" sings Strand of Oaks frontman Tim Showalter. "Standing Right in front of me, feeding off the energy...2021-07-3006 min
The DR & the DJJodi Milstein, Music & Marriage TherapistThis week’s guest is Jodi Milstein, a psychotherapist from Los Angeles who works with musicians, bands & creative types. Before her second career as a therapist, Jodi spent 15 years in management at A&M records. Jodi shares what she learned in the music industry & how that drove her to a career in mental health. Amy & Jodi discuss bridging the gap of music & health & John addresses the stress & hardships touring & early success may put on young, up & coming artists.John opens this episode with his story as a Zune ambassador, introducing Bill Gates on the device’s unveiling & how...2021-07-231h 30The DR & the DJDr. Amy's B-Sides to Health: Mood & FoodHappy Friday!Today on Dr. Amy Lindsey's B-sides to Health, we are going to discuss Mood & Food....Everyone knows that ice cream makes you feel better. & most people would agree they feel better instantly with some chocolate. Now if you go Chocolate Ice-cream? You can't lose.... right?While this instant sugar hit is a classic example of food that makes you feel good in the moment, let's dive deeper into nutrients that support your nervous system & may play a role in mental health!2021-07-1605 min
The DR & the DJMudhoney Bassist and Seattle Nurse Guy MaddisonThis week’s guest is Guy Maddison. Guy is not only the multi-band, multi-instrumentalist bass player for the mighty Mudhoney, he's worked as a registered nurse at Seattle's Harborview Medical center for the past 20 years. At the height of the pandemic, Guy was re-assigned to Covid-19 management duties that ran the gamut from initial patient testing to overall staff safety. Guy takes us through the stress & adversity the hospital had to maneuver through the pandemic & why their work is truly a team effort. John, Amy & Guy also discuss the difficulties nursing in a pandemic had on his personal life, bot...2021-07-091h 32
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: Music to Improve LifeToday's Prescription is for new music because discovering new music is a life-saving activity. Think of all the music that's yet to be made. Think of all the shows you've yet to attend. Think of all the words that have yet to be sung or spoken that may speak to you. The first thing I want to prescribe is the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble.This 8-piece brass ensemble consists of eight sons of the jazz trumpeter Phil Cohran (CORE-IN). Their music style ranges from hip hop to jazz & funk. They call it "Hypnotic NOW music." As brothe...2021-07-0207 min
The DR & the DJDr. Amy's B-Sides to Health: Human ConnectionLet’s talk about human connection. It’s no surprise that the global pandemic has created an opportunity for a large percentage of the population to live in isolation. This includes those living alone & those living with others. In both cases, we have been cut off from regular interactions with many people whether strangers or those we love. People are lonelier than they have ever been. Though many of the precautions & stay home orders may have been necessary to keep us safe from a contagious & deadly virus all year, it hasn’t been wit...2021-06-1806 minThe DR & the DJSub Pop CEO Megan JasperThis weeks guest is CEO of Sub Pop records & good friend of John & Amy, Megan Jasper. Megan tells us how she landed in Seattle & at Sub Pop in the late 1980's. John & Amy & Megan discuss sexism in the music industry, the importance of exercise in dealing with grief & the role passion plays in keeping a small business afloat for over 30 years. Megan also tells us why pets of all shapes & sizes have brought great pleasure to her life.This episode opens with Johns experience of how a simple errand across town can turn into a vomity & bloody S...2021-06-111h 27
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: New Music to DiscoverToday's prescription is for new music to discover. When I have been at my lowest of lows & needed something to keep me going, new music has always been a life saver. I can't imagine not waking up & discovering a new band or a new song nearly every day. I think about that live show I might miss or the telling of a friend about an amazing band or in my case, playing it on the show. I want to alert you to three new things you might not know about, all very different, all very ne...2021-06-0405 min
The DR & the DJUW Associate Professor Nicole McNichols, Ph.D.John & Amy open this episode with a few ridiculous stories of wedding ring mishaps. We also get their view on the symbolism of a wedding ring & what to do with a ring from a past relationship.This week’s guest is Nicole McNichols, Ph.D., Associate Professor at the University of Washington Department of Psychology where she teaches The Diversity of Human Sexuality. Nicole tells us why & how she found herself teaching one of the universities most popular courses & why sex education is important for all stages of life. John Amy & Nicole discuss the si...2021-05-281h 24
The DR & the DJDr. Amy's B-Sides to Health: The Bugs We Live WithThis week on Amy’s B-sides to Health we talk about the bugs we live with. There are over one million bugs that live on & in us! This includes bacteria, fungi, protozoa & viruses. Ever heard of E.coli? You've probably heard of it in a negative way, such as food contamination. We have E. coli that live in our colon! So long as the E. coli is in the colon we are good! If it makes its way to the urinary tract.... hello Urinary tract infection! If it makes its way into the blood... NOT GOOD....2021-05-2106 min
The DR & the DJWesley SchultzIn episode 6, we open with John & Amy's take on our smart phones ability to "hear" us & why funny sex may lead to a funny child. Amy also shares the horrific experience of being caught in the act by one of their children. This weeks guest is guitarist & lead vocalist of The Lumineers, Wesley Shultz. Long time friends, John, Amy & Wesley catch up after over a year of not seeing each other & find out what Wesley's been doing in his non-touring home life. They discuss the power of productively & how it is key to psychological health & how cell ph...2021-05-141h 29
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: For the funk and for the soulThis week’s prescription is for the funk & for the soul. As we head into the warmth of the spring & the summer & light at the end of this pandemic tunnel, we need to start thinking about getting our groove on & I have three bands I want to prescribe for you to play loud, play proud & never sit still to. The first are the pride of Seattle Washington, the True Loves. Beginning in 2014 as a jam band between three of the city’s best players drummer David McGraw, bassist Byant Moore & I believe the best guitar player...2021-05-0705 min
The DR & the DJJanet WeissEpisode 5 opens with an update of John & Amy's bar, Life on Mars. They share their experiences of trying to operate & re-open a business during the pandemic & the financial & safety issues that come along with it. John also tells us the real difference between being a local TV personality vs. a popular radio DJ. We hear how John & Amy organize & pull off their child's Minecraft themed birthday party three months late & what happens when you send your child to school with peanut butter puff cereal. This week’s guest is one of rock n roll's greatest drummer...2021-04-301h 21
The DR & the DJDr. Amy's B-Sides to Health: WeedsThis week on Dr. Amy Lindsey's B-sides to health we learn about 3 medicinal plants in the Pacific Northwest that many might confuse as weeds.* First, we explore the Dandelion or Taraxacum officinale, known to most as a pesky weed that takes over the lawn. However, this is a highly medicinal & nutritive plant. The leaves are bitter but will jump start the digestive system getting all the right signals going, letting the body know to prepare to digest food. The leaves are also a potassium sparing diuretic that are not overstimulating to the kidneys. This is useful for h...2021-04-1604 min
The DR & the DJDr. Jim OlsonEpisode 4 opens with a view into John's life growing up in Spokane. He shares his experience with high school cliques, the role of music & how he ended up dating his cousin. Parenting can be heartbreaking, & when other kids are mean to our kids, how do we protect them & still be constructive? Amy & John share their experiences with bullying & how they maneuver social media & the pressure it puts on children. This week's guest is Dr. Jim Olson. Dr. Olson is best known for his work with scorpion venom & how it is advancing brain surgery in cancer patients. Dr. Ol...2021-04-091h 25
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: Hey Adam Levine, Bands aren't DeadToday's prescription is for those that think rock is dead. It means one of two things, you're either listening to people who don't listen to rock OR you're listening to Maroon 5's Adam Levine who said..."It's funny, when the first Maroon 5 album came out there were still other bands. I feel like there aren't any bands anymore," he said. "That's the thing that makes me kind of sad, is that there were just bands. There's no bands anymore, and I feel like they're a dying breed.”- Adam Levine.That's right the man behind th...2021-04-0205 min
The DR & the DJIjeoma OluoEpisode 3 opens with an experience Amy had growing up in the Mormon church, what that inspired and why and how she ultimately left as a young adult. In parenting this week, we get John and Amy’s view on the balance of domestic and “work” duties and how that will influence their kid’s empathetic perspective. This week’s guest is New York Times best-selling author Ijeoma Oluo (So You Want To Talk About Race). John, Amy and Ijeoma discuss what it was like to write and release her newest book, Mediocre: The D...2021-03-261h 32
The DR & the DJAmy's B-Sides to Health: Instinct & IntuitionThis week on The DR & the DJ podcast, we feature B-sides to Health, with Dr. Amy Lindsey.*Happy Friday everyone!This week on B-sides to Health we are going to talk about stress, intuition and instincts.Have you ever said “I just know.... I feel it in my gut.” Or how about “it’s a gut instinct for me.”Intuition and instinct are often described as a "feeling in our gut" and are crucial to our mental and physical well-being and safety. However,they are not the same th...2021-03-1904 min
The DR & the DJBen GibbardWe begin episode 2 of The DR and the DJ with a story from Amy. Following a tragedy in her family, she hits rock bottom and finds herself in an in-patient care program at the University of Washington medical center. Amy tells us how she got there and how music, community and exercise played a role in lifting her out of this low point and got her back on her feet again. The isolation of the pandemic have been tough for both adults AND children. John and Amy talk about how they are coping with their chil...2021-03-121h 27
The DR & the DJThe DJ Prescription: Songs of HopeThis week's music prescription is "Songs of Hope." Many of us continue to struggle as we pass the one year mark of the pandemic and we rely on music to help get us through. These three songs are a good start to hope recovery and are a helpful addition to your diet during hard times.Arlo Parks “Hope”TV on the Radio “Trouble”The Mountain Goats “This Year"For a full playlist of Rx “Songs of Hope," find me on Spotify at d...2021-03-0504 minThe DR & the DJJosiah JohnsonIn this debut episode of The DR and the DJ, we meet our hosts, super couple DJ John Richards (KEXP) and Dr. Amy Lindsey (Craft and Clinic Naturopathic Medicine). We hear their views on music, health, human connection and how these things intersect in everyone’s everyday life. They share their inspiration and path to creating The DR and the DJ podcast.We open with a peek into John and Amy’s everyday life. A routine trip to the drug store gives us insight into who is better equipped to administer an emergency life-saving procedure...a DR or a...2021-02-2659 minThe DR & the DJTrailerComing soon......The DR & the DJ is a podcast about the power of music, health, and community hosted by DR Amy Lindsey and DJ John Richards. Amy and John share their own experiences in the pursuit of health and the health of their communities. They chat with musicians, authors, doctors, and more and have fun along the way.Join Dr. Amy’s community and get her libido boosting recipes and more midlife health tips at Craft & Clinic. Get on John’s Record Club List for all the best vinyl recom...2021-02-0103 min
Black-Eyed N BluesWhite Horse | BEB 326Playlist:
James Armstrong, Early Grave,
Stone Stanley, Beast Inside,
Bumper Jackson, White Horse,
The Tearaways, Little Bit Of Love,
Joyann Parker, Take My Heart And Run,
Waydown Wailers, Back Door Woman Blues,
Steve Howell And The Mighty Men, Bacon Fat,
Danielle Nicole, Crawl,
Keeshea Pratt Band, Have A Good Time Y’all,
The Norman Jackson Band, Water Faucet,
Lurrie Bell & The Bell Dynasty, Gone To Main Street,
Jeff Jensen, Pretend Forevers,
Bridget Kelly Band, Trouble In Texas,
Buddy Guy, Blue No More (with James Ba...2018-06-132h 12
TV Series Finale Podcast - canceled TV shows, last television episodesAngel, Leverage, Close to Home: Christian Kane, TV Series Finale Podcast #45Christian Kane is best known for playing slimy lawyer Lindsey McDonald on Joss Whedon's Buffy the Vampire Slayer spin-off, Angel. He and David Boreanaz are the only two to appear in both the pilot and the series finale. Other series performers included Alexis Denisof, J. August Richards, Charisma Carpenter, Andy Hallett, Amy Acker, Stephanie Romanov, Vincent Kartheiser, James Marsters, Julie Benz, Mercedes McNab, Elisabeth Rohm, Daniel Dae Kim, and Glenn Quinn. His next show was Close to Home, a CBS legal drama that ran for two seasons, working with Jennifer Finnigan, Kimberly Elise, David James Elliott, John Carroll Lynch, Jon...2009-02-2521 min