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Love Is The AuthorEpisode 117 - Adam GoldbergWhat do Dazed And Confused, Saving Private Ryan, A Beautiful Mind, Zodiac and the sitcom Friends have in common? Adam Goldberg, who’s been a working actor in Hollywood now for over three decades contributing memorable roles (and catch phrases) to some of the most iconic films in cinema history. In this 2 1/2 hour conversation with Jaymee, Adam shares his gratitude as well as some of the pitfalls of working in the industry, everything from the highs of being hand selected by legendary directors like Stephen Speilberg and Richard Linklater, to the lows of developing an anxiety disorder from playing so...
2025-09-122h 32
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 113 - Kim Krans: ArchetypesMultidisciplinary artist and NYTimes bestselling author Kim Krans returns for her fourth conversation on LITA with Jaymee, this time to contemplate 7 cards from her wildly popular ARCHETYPES tarot deck from The Wild Unknown series: The Comic, The Bardo, The Creator, The Orphan, The Seed, The Poet, and Anima Mundi. Plus meditations on Bob Dylan, how Jung might be critical of Jungian Psychology, what David Lynch’s real bardo would be like, and how everything has a soul. You can also watch the Full Episode on YouTube: www.shorturl.at/oehx5K...
2025-08-081h 40
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 112 - David NichternDavid Nichtern of Dharma Moon has been a meditation teacher for over 40 years, is the guitarist in Krishna Das's band and an author of many books. He was also a close student and attendee of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. This is David’s third appearance on the podcast, and he and Jaymee discuss where creativity comes from, how to prepare for the unpredictability of death, the denial of extremes on the Buddhist path, first thought/best thought, and Jaymee shares three important teachings from his guru. DHARMA MOON EVENTS: www.dharmamoon.com
2025-08-011h 31
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 111 - RamDev Dale BorglumFounder/Executive Director of Living/Dying Project RamDev Dale Borglum returns for a conversation with Jaymee on utilizing the imagination in spiritual practice, working somatically with mantra, taking refuge in the full picture when agitation occurs, the power of pure motivation, conscious drinking with Chogyam Trungpa in the 1970’s and the fallout and forgiveness he experienced with Ram Dass. RamDev is a pioneer in the conscious dying movement and has worked directly with thousands of people with life-threatening illnesses and their families for over 45 years. He has a BS from UC Berkeley and a PhD from Stanford University, and co...
2025-07-291h 15
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 110 - Susan PiverSusan Piver is a Buddhist teacher and a New York Times bestselling author of many books, including the award-winning How Not to Be Afraid of Your Own Life and the newly released Inexplicable Joy: On The Heart Sutra. She is the founder of the Open Heart Project, an online Dharma center with over 20,000 members, and host of the new Buddhism Beyond Belief podcast. SUSAN / OPEN HEART PROJECT: https://openheartproject.com/about/LITA PODCAST: hosted, produced and edited by Jaymee Carpenter. Interested in Spiritual Mentorship wit...
2025-07-221h 31
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 109 - Raghu MarkusRaghu Markus, beloved host of the Ram Dass Here & Now podcast, co-founder of Love Serve Remember Foundation and the Be Here Now Network returns to the podcast for his most vulnerable conversation with Jaymee, sharing super rare stories of Ram Dass, Krishna Das, and Neem Karoli Baba, and also to discuss the new documentary Bridge Of Grace: The Gift Of KK Sah being released through ramdass.org on Monday July 21st. LITA PODCAST: hosted, produced and edited by Jaymee Carpenter. Interested in Spiritual Mentorship with Jaymeeemail: lac...
2025-07-1659 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 108 - Interruptions Of SelfWho are we beyond the story we tell ourselves? How can we feel safe embracing the unknown? How do I feel I'm on the right track without accomplishing something externally? Jaymee covers these topics and more on this 35 minute solo episode.www.loveistheauthor.comLITA PODCAST: hosted, produced, edited and music by Jaymee Carpenter. Interested in Spiritual Mentorship with Jaymeeemail: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship S...
2025-07-0834 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 106 - SOMA live! (w/ Samuel Bercholz)This episode is a live recording of Love Is The Author's debut event this past month at Light And Space Yoga in Ojai, CA featuring a one of a kind conversation with SOMA (Sacred Order Of Mystic Apogees) who were just coming off of participating in an historic countercultural event in Los Angeles: opening for Tyler Childers at the iconic Hollywood Bowl to a sold out audience. The recording begins with a touching introduction and blessing ceremony by legendary founder/editor in chief of Shambhala Publications Samuel Bercholz and his daughter Sara, followed by Jaymee's interview with the group...
2025-06-242h 04
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 105 - Sam & Sara BercholzLegendary founder/editor in chief of Shambhala Publications Samuel Bercholz returns for his 8th appearance on the podcast, this time with his daughter Sara Bercholz (Exec, Vice President of Shambhala Pub.) to discuss the elements of deception, the phenomenon of karmic connection, the commonality of all religious traditions, the Buddhist recipe for forgiveness, and the unique experience Sara had growing up in a Buddhist household within western culture, including meditating next to Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche’s deceased body as an 8 year old child. Recorded live in Ojai, CA at Jaymee and Lacee’s home in their bedroom on Father’s Day...
2025-06-211h 20
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 104 - Larry CharlesLarry Charles is a living legend of comedy who’s long awaited highly revealing memoir Comedy Samurai is out today on Grand Central Publishing wherever you buy new books. The Emmy award-winning writer of iconic Seinfeld episodes, director of Borat, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Religilous and Bob Dylan's Masked And Anonymous sits down for a 2 hour conversation with Jaymee at Love Serve Remember Foundation headquarters in Ojai, CA, covering the entire arc of his career, his spiritual outlook, the recent loss of his home in the Palisades Fire, life lessons learned and the epic synchronicities that have consistently illuminated his pa...
2025-06-171h 58
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 103 - YAWN & LOKOJaymee and his partner/manager Lacee return with another YAWN AND LOKO episode, sharing one of a kind relationship advice, mental and emotional health offerings, and tried and true homegrown spiritual practices. You can also watch the full video version of this episode on our 'Love Is The Author' Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/b1mLQ1RN6N0?si=-Yr-v1QlYwVt4Eh_Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee or Lacee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS:
2025-06-111h 46
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 102 - Coulter JacobsMultidisciplinary artist Coulter Jacobs returns to the podcast for another two hour episode with Jaymee live from CJLA STUDIOS. Coulter shares about the intangible values of artistry, taking a stance for freedoms sake, how to prepare your space for the muse to arrive, and the lessons he hopes to teach his newborn son. He also sings Phil Collins.Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS: RAUM GOODS (www...
2025-06-072h 14
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 101 - Chuck Testa & The Mormon BoysA Buddhist, two Mormon Missionaries, and Chuck Testa walk into a conversation to try to find the cosmic punchline in this instant classic episode of non-stop hilarity and wisdom. Chuck Testa is easily the most recognizable taxidermist in the world, due to a viral commercial for Testa's business created by Rhett & Link for the show Rhett & Link: Commercial Kings, and the catchphrase "Nope, Chuck Testa!" became an Internet meme. Elder Hobbs and Elder Andersen are two Mormon young men currently fulfilling their missionary work in Ojai as part of their religious calling who have become friends with both Jaymee...
2025-05-291h 28
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 100 - John DennisGuru of Ojai vintage John Dennis returns to celebrate our 100th episode in hilarious, healing and heartwarming conversation with Jaymee, covering everything from cold-plunging to crack smoking in their youth. John's amazing shop of oddities Valley Of The Moon has been a sponsor of this podcast, and John is not only a friend but a fan favorite and one of our most requested return guests since he made his last appearance on Episode 4.Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee or Lacee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,...
2025-05-271h 00
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 99 - "K-LITA FM"Spend a couple power hours with Jaymee as he randomly calls friends, mentees, fans of the show, and his own mother to ask them vulnerable questions about their lives on the spot, "disguised" as a radio disc jockey from "K LITA FM". Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee or Lacee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS: RAUM GOODS (www.raumgoods.com)INDIAN LODGE ROAD (www.indianlodgeroad.com) GUAYAKI YERBA...
2025-05-231h 44
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 97 - Robert RyanLegendary tattoo artist and painter Robert Ryan returns for his fourth conversation on the podcast to discuss the hidden language of graffiti, learning about spiritual practice from hardcore music, the influence of protest music, how preparation can be grounds for failure, and how he and his kirtan group SOMA (Sacred Order Of Mystic Apogees) became the opening act for Tyler Childers upcoming tour, including playing The Hollywood Bowl in June. Plus, Jaymee and Robert detail their upcoming event together in Ojai on Friday June 13th.Love Is The Author presents SOMA & KIM KRANS 6/13/25 in...
2025-05-0859 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 96 - "INSTANT DHARMA"INSTANT DHARMA is an uncommon conversation between Jaymee and a mentee of his named Duffy about addiction, death, recovery, insanity, enlightenment, gardening, God and the Buddha. Shambhala Publications course w/ Kilung Rinpoche "THE FREE MIND" Saturday May 17th & 18th: www.shambhala.com/courses/the-free-mind/#a_aid=loveistheauthor&a_cid=b48e0156Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee or Lacee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS: RAUM GOODS (www...
2025-04-2540 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 95 - YAWN & LOKO (oh no)Jaymee and his partner/manager Lacee return with another YAWN AND LOKO episode, offering an hour of one of a kind relationship advice and homegrown spiritual practices. Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee or Lacee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS: RAUM GOODS (www.raumgoods.com)INDIAN LODGE ROAD (www.indianlodgeroad.com) GUAYAKI YERBA MATÉ (www.guayaki.com)VALLEY OF THE MOON (www.shorturl.at/dCVh2)
2025-04-0955 min
Mystical/CynicalEp. 28 - "LabBlabbinCalifornia"Daren catches up with Jaymee in the music studio to sample Jaymee's newest beats and to record another conversation about nothing.For more Jaymee: www.loveistheauthor.comFor more Daren: www.realfunwow.comedit/production/opening & closing music by JaymeeHelp support the show at: www.patreon.com/mysticalcynical Support the show
2025-04-041h 35
The Juice with Jaymee JoostenWelcome to The Juice with Jaymee JoostenThis short welcome is all about what you can expect from The Juice with Jaymee Joosten. This podcast is for women who have the fundamentals of health down but are ready to take things from okay to optimal. No topics are off-limits—we’ll dive into all aspects of health, from nutrition and training to overall wellness, at every stage of life (including peri & post menopause).Expect expert insights, real conversations, and practical tips you can apply wherever you are. Got a topic you want covered? Let me know! And don’t forget to sub...
2025-03-2802 minMystical/CynicalEp. 27 - "Irony Is Violence"Daren comes face to face with a supposed extraterrestrial at a recent party at Jaymee's home and has plenty of notes. Jaymee releases 3 songs on Spotify and Apple Music under the artist name "JJ RAM" and shares about an exciting new development surrounding his recent return to music."Love Is The Author EP" by JJ RAM on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/7Ek2eFor more Jaymee: www.loveistheauthor.comFor more Daren: www.realfunwow.comedit/production/music by JaymeeHelp...
2025-03-201h 25
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 93 - "Jim James And The Wall Of God"The Ocean Of Consciousness, The Practice Of Love, Dreams Authoring Songs, Unmasking Fears, The Universal Truths, Chalamet As Dylan and The Divine Gifts of Kendrick Lamar: these are only a few topics covered throughout Jim and Jaymee's new epic conversation a year later.LITA PODCAST: hosted, edited and produced by Jaymee Carpenter. MIXED BY: Chris FallerThe new album by MY MORNING JACKET titled "is" available March 21. Learn more: www.mymorningjacket.comInterested in Mentorship/Counseling with Jaymee?e...
2025-02-121h 40
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 92 - Caleb Van PattenCaleb Van Patten is a former platoon sergeant and combat marksmanship trainer for the Marine Corps, and currently a Firefighter with El Dorado County Fire who were assigned to the recent Eaton Fire in Los Angeles. Jaymee met Caleb moments after Caleb nearly lost his life attempting to save Jaymee's parents Altadena home, and the two became instant friends. This uncommonly vulnerable and emotionally charged episode may be the most important conversation recorded on the podcast to date: epic tales of overcoming adversity, surviving multiple losses of psychological identity, the healing power of Love and the importance of honesty...
2025-01-312h 21
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 91 - YAWN AND LOKO FOREVERJaymee and his partner/manager Lacee return with another YAWN AND LOKO episode, offering one of a kind relationship advice, existential contemplations and homegrown spiritual practices.
Upcoming Beings Club course with Jaymee "What Is Sanity" (Jan. 30): www.spacetobe.xyz/beings
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2025-01-231h 27Mystical/CynicalEp. 21 - "Fire Of Love"Last week, Jaymee was on the scene with his father to witness his parents Altadena home and all their possessions burn to the ground in the Eaton Fire. In this episode, Jaymee shares the details with Daren of how he and his brother Benjamin became instruments of unconditional support, guidance and gratitude for their parents at their darkest hour, and the kaleidoscopic spectrum of support their parents have received from complete strangers. You'll hear how through the loss of all their material possessions the Carpenter family have been reintroduced to the power of a loving Universe.GoFundMe f...
2025-01-171h 17
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 87 - "YAWN & LOKO"Jaymee and Lacee are back as YAWN & LOKO offering one of a kind relationship advice, mindfulness contemplations and homegrown spiritual practices (including nude prostrating) and the two cold call Raghu Markus on air and have an impromptu conversation about Neem Karoli Baba. Plus Lucky Jackson!
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2024-11-221h 42Mystical/CynicalEp. 17 - "Season Three Jaymee"In this episode, Jaymee questions mother natures motivation and shares how he attunes himself to love when dealing with adversity. Daren shares his tips on how to trick your family into being vulnerable and learns (on air) what a circle jerk is. Recorded/edited/music by J. CarpenterHelp support the show at: www.patreon.com/mysticalcynical For Jaymee, visit: www.loveistheauthor.comFor Daren, visit: www.realfunwow.comSupport the show
2024-11-191h 06Mystical/CynicalEp. 15 - "You're Just A Glitch, Bitch"Daren feels this episode is a return to the energy and enthusiasm of Season One. TRANSLATION: Jaymee shares heartfelt information about how he deals with criticism, forgiveness and maintaining previously unfathomable levels of non-attachment in the stickiest of situations, and Daren interrupts every chance he gets with hilarious quips that make Jaymee laugh uncontrollably. Opening and closing music by Jaymee Carpenter*Help support the show at: www.patreon.com/mysticalcynical *INTERESTED IN SPIRITUAL MENTORSHIP SESSIONS w/ JAYMEE? contact: lacee@loveistheauthor.com for a free consultation
2024-10-2559 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 84 - Samuel Bercholz Faces Death (Again)Samuel Bercholz, founder of Shambhala Publishing and one of Jaymee's mentors, returns for his 7th appearance on the podcast. Full of Buddhist teachings, insights, and personal experiences with legendary spiritual teachers Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Ram Dass, and Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, this episode is a tender and hilarious refuge from the "known" world, and an embrace of the great mysteries of life. Sam's contributions over the last 50 years to the worldwide accessibility and integration of spirituality through Shambhala's vast published catalog is incalculable.
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2024-10-221h 32
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 83 - Lama Tashi NorbuLama Tashi Norbu is the only known Tibetan Buddhist monk tattoo artist in the world, who originally served as a fine art painter for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Lama Tashi utilizes his art as a medium to deepen people's understanding of Buddhism and help them recognize their inherent virtues. He is the founder and Creative Director of the only registered Tibetan Museum in the world, The Museum of Contemporary Tibetan Art based in the Netherlands. His paintings are exhibited in numerous galleries and museums worldwide. This episode was recorded during Jaymee's 48th birthday celebration at his home surrounded b...
2024-10-151h 08
Love Is The AuthorEULOGY: mixtape for creation/ego death practice (RE-RELEASE)EULOGY (originally released: 7/14/24): a unique collection of home recordings of Jaymee's from the past decade (prayers, notes, ceremonies, dreams) held together by a sound collage of interviews with inspirational artistic deities.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited, engineered and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-10-0548 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 81 - Rain PhoenixRain Phoenix is a multidisciplinary artist and creator of LaunchLeft podcast. She is the older sister of Joaquin, Liberty and Summer, and younger sister of River. Jaymee and Rain go deep discussing the potentially harmful aspects of applause, humble ways to create a generous mind, Ian MacKaye as a "near impossible" model of artistic integrity, how her solo album River was a way to open the conversation about loss and “the sledgehammer of grief,” and why service is the secret of life.
RAIN PHOENIX WEB: www.rainjphoenix.com
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2024-09-271h 50
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 80 - Genevieve Medow-JenkinsGeneviève Medow-Jenkins, founder of Secular Sabbath who also had the unique experience of being raised at the legendary Esalen Institute in Big Sur, joins Jaymee in conversation live from the kirtan space of the Love Serve Remember Foundation in Ojai, CA.
Topics include:
- the normalization of nudity
- being unafraid of confrontation
- the value of boredom
- the potency of not sharing everything on Instagram
- her hyper-competitive side when it comes to board games
- what it means t...
2024-09-201h 05
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 79 - "Harmonious Disruption" (Jaymee Solo)Jaymee shares a free hour of spiritual guidance, offering his one of a kind teachings, tools and practices for sustaining mental health and cultivating emotional maturity. In this solo episode, you'll learn how he disrupts patterns of mind on a daily basis (and why), the importance of living a life of integrity, tips for parents attempting to redirect generational trauma, and multiple home recordings, including an excerpt of Jaymee and his mother on magic mushrooms.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, engineered, and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-09-1750 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 78 - Marlon "Chito" VeraMarlon "Chito" Vera is an Ecuadorian mixed martial artist who competes in the Bantamweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. The pride of Ecuador and already a legend at the young age of 31, little has been focused on Chito's spiritual side, which Jaymee explores throughout the entirety of this episode. You'll hear why he considers fighting a meditation, his love of Ram Dass's spiritual classic Be Here Now and how the Tao Te Ching has taught him to embrace the unknown.
CHITO WEB: www.marlonchitovera.com
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2024-09-111h 04
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 77 - Mark MahoneyMark Mahoney is a true icon of American Tattoo Art, a living legend of the craft. He is the owner of the Shamrock Social Club tattoo shop on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood, CA., where he has tattooed everyone from 2PAC and Biggie Smalls, to David Blaine and Johnny Depp. This episode is a masterpiece of vulnerable storytelling, and a masterclass in authenticity covering the expanse of Mark's entire life and career. You’ll hear stories featuring William Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg, Dennis Hopper, Martin Scorsese, working with David Lynch as an actor on Season 3 of Twin Peaks, and an un...
2024-09-051h 56
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 75 - Dave EnglandDave England is an American stunt man and member of Jackass who's currently creating a documentary on the cult sport of fingerboarding. Jaymee and Dave take turns attempting to make the other do a "spit take", and cover a range of topics including David Bowie's bulge in Labyrinth, the massive influence early skateboarding videos had on culture, early childhood pranks and homemade zines, the genius of Spike Jonze, working with Tyler The Creator, raising children as a stunt man, and the strange feeling there may be a Jackass 5 in our future.
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2024-08-251h 22
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 74 - LaraajiLegendary ambient multi-instrumentalist Laraaji joins Jaymee for an uncommon conversation on the Universal Truths beyond religion, his original unconscious mystical initiation with sound, why he's worn the same colors for the past 5 decades, and production notes/spiritual practices from his iconic 1980 release Ambient 3: Day Of Radiance (produced by Brian Eno as part of his Ambient series). Laraaji also opens up about his "cadaver" themed ayahuasca experience, and how he learned to listen to the voice of inner knowing.
LARAAJI WEB: www.laraaji.blogspot.com
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2024-08-201h 09
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 71 - The Death Of YAWN + LOKOJaymee and Lacee, who have lovingly referred to themselves as "YAWN + LOKO" in partnership on this podcast, invite you into their most sacrificial spiritual act yet... the death of their romantic relationship!
"Trauma is a great involuntary spiritual schoolhouse" - LOKO
"You can't sit shiva for your ego dying." - YAWN
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: hosted, produced, engineered and edited by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-08-0159 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 70 - "The Artistic Spirit" (Jaymee solo)Jaymee shares teachings on the artistic spirit, embracing the unknown, and how to develop genuine communication with your loves ones in this solo episode.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited, engineered and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-07-2537 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 69 - Tulku Orgyen RinpocheOne of Jaymee's profound Tibetan Buddhist teachers Tulku Orgyen Rinpoche returns for his third and most potent interview with his student. Similar to witnessing the rare budding of a lotus flower, this conversation delicately unfolds a colorful assortment of easy to grasp Buddhist concepts, teachings and practices, including a guided mantra practice at the end of the episode.
TULKU WEB: www.odiyanainstitute.org/tulku-orgyen-phuntsok
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2024-07-191h 40
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 67 - Clive LangerClive Langer is an English songwriter and producer, formerly of the cult band Deaf School, and half of the legendary UK production duo Langer/Winstanley, who over the past 4 decades produced iconic albums and hit singles for artists like Madness, Morrisey, Elvis Costello, Dexy's Midnight Runners, and Bush (to name only a few). Clive and Jaymee discuss the craft of music production, the origins of the “second wave” of Ska in England, the art of creative partnership, what it was like living in Morrisey’s private world for 18 months creating Kill Uncle and Bona Drag, collaborating with David Bowie, and th...
2024-07-091h 32
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 66 - The Notebooks Of Sonny RollinsJaymee shares notes from inner child work, building a relationship with the subconscious, and his recent posthumous spiritual connection with jazz music legend Sonny Rollins via the new book The Notebooks Of Sonny Rollins by Sam V.H. Reese.
The Notebooks Of Sonny Rollins: www.nyrb.com/products/the-notebooks-of-sonny-rollins
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-07-0250 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 65 - "JESUS CHRIST AGAIN"Jaymee and the ascended homeless master Jesus Christ return with a wildly entertaining back to back episode, bursting with hilarity and wisdom, including Jesus's story of getting thrown out of Rajneeshpuram (Wild, Wild Country!) by Osho himself ("The Buddha was being driven in a Rolls Royce protected by an AK47!") Plus Jesus shares his vision for America as our next US President.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-07-0254 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 64 - "JESUS CHRIST"Jaymee met a wandering yogi on the street who introduced himself as JESUS CHRIST, with a current CA drivers license to boot. Their epic sidewalk discussion led to the recording of this highly entertaining episode the following day. You'll hear stories of Jesus's experiences mouth-kissing Ram Dass, getting snuck into the sold out show with Timothy Leary, outsmarting Krishnamurti, learning the Hare Krishna mantra with Allen Ginsberg in '68, and nostalgic recollections from the craziest three day weekend of his life, 2000 years ago.
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2024-06-1350 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 63 - Lacee and JaymeeJaymee and his partner/manager Lacee Dilmore break down the uniqueness of their psychospiritual mentorship services, the mysterious genius of relationship, and how confronting death has been the path to unconditional love.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: hosted, produced, and edited by Jaymee Carpenter.
INSTAGRAM: @loveistheauthor + @unconventionalgardener
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2024-06-111h 23
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 62 - JAYMEE (solo episode)Jaymee takes an 80 minute solo of spiritual teachings and stories from a recent road trip to Northern California.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-06-061h 22
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 61 - "DZ"This is a deeply meaningful conversation between Jaymee and his Step-Father, David "DZ" Zweifel: a legendary artist, surfer, outdoorsman and land steward who helped raise Jaymee and remains one of his life's largest influences. They discuss the cultivation of the artistic spirit, learning to surf in Waikiki in 1967, the evolution of fatherhood, and the events that led up to 17 year old Jaymee running away from home and dropping out of high school.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-05-302h 02
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 60 - Devendra Banhart Interviews JaymeeJaymee's Dharma brother Devendra Banhart returns as guest host of this episode to interview Jaymee on the subject of spiritual practice and unconditional love.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
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2024-05-081h 33
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 59 - David NichternDavid Nichtern, founder of Dharma Moon and Krishna Das's tasteful guitarist for over 30 years, returns to the podcast to deep dive Tibetan Buddhism with Jaymee, and chuckle heartily at some of the absurd scenarios produced within the modern day spiritual unfoldment of a householder.
On Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, Duncan Trussell will join David for a FREE live online event exploring the profound practices of mindfulness and the journey of becoming a meditation teacher. Click here for more info and to reserve your spot. [https://bit.ly/3UrWktn]
They will also discuss the Dharma Moon Meditation Teacher Training beginning in June 2024. Click here ...
2024-05-011h 13
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 58 - Tulku Orgyen RinpocheTulku Orgyen P'huntsok Rinpoche is a Vajrayana Buddhist teacher originally from a place called Pemaköd in Tibet, known as the secret land of rainbows. His now lives and teaches in Santa Barbara, CA, and is one of Jaymee's root guru's within the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. This is an expansive discussion on the nature of emptiness, the fundamentals of Buddhism, how to generate selfless service and the secret recipe to having a healthy debate without aggression.
TULKU WEB: www.odiyanainstitute.org/tulku-orgyen-phuntsok
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2024-04-251h 30
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 56 - Lama Lhanang RinpocheThis is a conversation between Jaymee and his spiritual teacher, Vajrayana Buddhist master Lama Lhanang Rinpoche. Recorded in person in Jaymee and Lacee's bedroom in front of an audience of spiritual friends gathered for a blessing ceremony in their home on April 4, 2024.
LAMA LHANANG ONLINE: www.buddhistsandiego.com
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
INSTAGRAM: @loveistheauthor / @unconventionalgardener
BOOK SPIRITUAL MENTORSHIP SESSIONS w/ JAYMEE: lacee@loveistheauthor.com
CONTACT: jaymee@lov...
2024-04-061h 11
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 55 - "Daren Thomas Magee"Daren Thomas Magee is a multidisciplinary artist and the creative force behind the lifestyle brand Real Fun, Wow! Jaymee and Daren are former co-hosts of a weekly podcast titled Mystical/Cynical based on their friendship, which produced 60 episodes over two seasons and created a loyal fanbase around the world. This is Daren and Jaymee's first recorded conversation together since the show ended in 2022.
SHOP REAL FUN, WOW!: www.realfunwow.com
DAREN'S PODCAST: https://shorturl.at/mAKL0
MYSTICAL/CYNICAL: https://shorturl.at/pvIR1
2024-03-261h 16
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 54 - Lacee & JaymeeJaymee and his partner/manager Lacee Dilmore share the intimate details of their truly unique relationship, and the spiritual practices they rely on to sustain their love and sanity. Recorded on the afternoon of Lacee's 39th birthday (March 18 2024).
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: hosted, produced, and edited by Jaymee Carpenter.
INSTAGRAM: @loveistheauthor + @unconventionalgardener
BOOK SPIRITUAL MENTORSHIP SESSIONS w/ JAYMEE or LACEE! email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com
CONTACT: jaymee@loveistheauthor.com
2024-03-191h 52
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 53 - Krishna DasJaymee and Krishna Das have an uncommon conversation about music, devotion, surrender, cynicism, and silence.
KRISHNA DAS WEB: www.krishnadas.com
LARRY BRILLIANT BOOK: www.larrybrilliant.com
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
SOUND MIXED: Chris Faller
INSTAGRAM: @krishnadasmusic / @loveistheauthor / @unconventionalgardener
MANAGEMENT/INFO/BOOK SPIRITUAL MENTORSHIP SESSIONS w/ JAYMEE: lacee@loveistheauthor.com
CONTACT: jaymee@loveistheauthor.com
2024-03-131h 27
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 52 - Kim Krans & Sarah HylandKim Krans (creator of THE WILD UNKNOWN TAROT series) makes her second appearance on the podcast. Sarah Hyland is a comedic actress and former cast member of MTV’s Punk'd and Fox's Mad TV. Kim and Sarah did not know each other prior to the recording of this episode, a social experiment Jaymee curated which led to one of the most unique and hilarious discussions this podcast has ever hosted.
KIM KRANS WEB: https://kimkrans.com/
SARAH HYLAND WEB: https://sarahhylandisfunny.com/bio
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and...
2024-03-051h 34
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 51 - Robert RyanLegendary tattoo artist Robert Ryan returns for his third and most potent conversation with Jaymee, discussing the release of his first tarot deck TAROT TANTRA ESOTERICA and third book, a hearty companion guide to the tarot deck under the same name. The conversation was recorded in Devendra Banhart's living room on a beautiful afternoon in Los Angeles, and covers a range of subjects dripping with mystical and artistic wonder.
TAROT TANTRA ESOTERICA: https://rakinglightprojects.com/products/tarot-tantra-esoterica-tarot-deck
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: produced, edited and hosted by Jaymee Carpenter.
INSTAGRAM: @robe...
2024-02-261h 15
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 50 - Nanea ReevesNanea Reeves is the CEO & C0-Founder of TRIPP, a mind bending VR meditation app named one of Time Magazines "Best Inventions of 2022". Nanea is also the widow of Jaymee's legendary mentor Vic Anderson, the man who taught Jaymee how to meditate 20 years ago and introduced him to Tibetan Buddhism. This is the first long form conversation Nanea and Jaymee have had since Vic's passing in 2015, and she shares in detail how she helped Vic achieve beautiful death in his last two months on Earth, and how it led to the creation of TRIPP. This is a highly inspiring...
2024-02-202h 07
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 49 - Nick MulveyNick Mulvey is a UK artist who's music is deeply emotional, pushing the boundaries of songwriting and sound, traditional and experimental, acoustic and electronic. In the past he's collaborated with Ram Dass and East Forest, and his newest single "Freedom Now" (released today 2.13.24) is his most ambitious piece of music to date, a collaboration with Grammy Award winning Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab and legendary Iranian actress/musician Golshifteh Farahani. Nick has been one of Jaymee's favorite songwriters of the past decade, and the two men have a deeply revealing conversation about Nick's spiritual rebirth of the past year, and...
2024-02-1355 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 48 - Kim KransThis episode features an epic conversation with Kim Krans, visionary multidisciplinary artist, author, and the creator of The New York Times Bestseller THE WILD UNKNOWN TAROT series. Her first solo album in 10 years MIRRORMIRROR (released 2/2/24) is a stunning devotional album, featuring a duet with recent guest of the podcast Jim James of My Morning Jacket. Jaymee is a longtime fan of Kim's work, and the creative sparks fly between the two new friends for 90 minutes, discussing everything from their devotion to "I Don't Know", to the creative authorship found within modern day mysticism. You'll also hear the origin story of...
2024-02-061h 24
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 47 - Juliette LewisJuliette Lewis is an iconic artist who needs no introduction. She's been avoiding interview requests for a while from the mainstream, but recently became a fan of Love Is The Author and sought Jaymee out to have a deeper conversation on the process of cultivating intuition, navigating suffering, and liberating the artistic spirit. She also shares the secret inspirations behind some of her most legendary roles, including Mallory Knox from Oliver Stone's Natural Born Killers.
"Was it fate or conscious manifesting... that is and has been one of the questions of late. And the Love Is The Author podcast with...
2024-01-291h 54
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 46 - Shannon LayShannon Lay is one of Jaymee's favorite independent recording artists, who's last three Sub Pop releases "August", "Geist", and "Covers, Vol. 1" were celebrated roundly by both critics and die hard music fans, cementing her as one of the most exciting artists in freak folk scene.
Shannon: "I got to have the most lovely chat with Jaymee on the Love Is The Author podcast. We spanned a lot of territory and touched on the complexity of everything and nothing. We laughed and we cried and we invite you to listen and enjoy."
SHANNON LAY WEB: www.shannonlay.com
LOVE IS THE AUT...
2024-01-231h 27
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 43 - Tiger Lennon CarpenterTiger Lennon Carpenter returns to the podcast a 16 year old to hang with his old man and share some of the hard earned wisdom of his first two years in high school. Jaymee and Tiger begin the talk discussing music and it's role in maintaining Tiger's mental health, but the talk meanders into Tiger offering solid advice for adults desiring greater communication with children, what it's like growing up middle class surrounded by affluence, how Tiger felt being karmically recognized by Jaymee's Tibetan Buddhist guru, and how he evolved his inner critic into self love.
LOVE IS THE AUTHOR PODCAST: p...
2023-12-241h 09
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 42 - KING TUFFKyle Thomas is recording artist "KING TUFF", also known for being a member of the band "WITCH" and for his original freak folk project "FEATHERS". Jaymee feels Kyle's most recent album "SMALLTOWN STARDUST" (Sub Pop) is a masterpiece, a deeply spiritual album that isn't sneaking in religious messages or mantras; it's a call to return to the magic and simplicity of art creation, nature and friendship. Jaymee and Kyle become fast friends in this episode, which is rank with laughter, amazing album recommendations, fun stories about his friendships with Josh Tillman (Father John Misty), J. Mascis, Devendra Banhart, Tim Heidecker...
2023-12-112h 23
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 41 - JAYMEE + LACEE in MAUI w/ MAHARAJ-ji!"Jaymee and his partner/manager Lacee are back with a two part "YAWN + LOKO" themed episode, sharing the series of highly auspicious circumstances that led to their being guests of the 3rd Annual Ram Dass Legacy Retreat in Maui. Fun stories of their private moments with legendary teachers David Nichtern, Jack Kornfield and Trudy Goodman, Annie Lamott and Neal Allen, and Krishna Das's extraordinary blessing of Jaymee's new mala beads. So much magic we had to split the episode into two parts!
Maui still needs our help. Displaced homeowners are having to make mortgage payments on totaled homes. Maui Food...
2023-12-061h 51
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 38 - Rob DietrichRob Dietrich is the currently the Master Distiller of Metallica's Blackened American Whiskey, though he may have the most diverse resume in his field, reflecting a man that remains impossible to categorize (and hard to hold down for long). Rob is a combat veteran who joined the Army in his twenties and served three tours, one of them being the incident referred to as "Black Hawk Down". He's a lifelong die-hard music fan of every genre, who chooses to have a record player in his home instead of a television. Rob also has an impressive music career, formerly having worked...
2023-10-142h 41
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 36 - Ryland & Sarah ZweifelWelcome Jaymee's younger brother Ryland to the podcast with his new bride, Sarah, to share the unfoldment of their supernatural love story, and offer solid relationship advice not only for romantic partnerships, but for the relationship we have with ourselves.
Also discussed:
the ingredients of hospitality
the MDMA assisted therapy session that healed Ryland
Sarahs experience as a sommelier at a Michelin star restaurant
human beings emotional/intuitive relationship with nature
the secret rhythm of mushroom foraging
Ryland & Sarah's wedding, officiated by Jaymee
why manipulation is not a bad word
what Ryland wanted to be since childhood
their new venture...
2023-09-281h 26
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 33 - Autobiography Of Another YogiA new friend of Jaymee's (actor/screenwriter Thomas Ronca who was raised on Tibetan Buddhism and the teachings of Trungpa Rinpoche), conducts a 90 minute Autobiography Of A Yogi style interview with Jaymee in the Love Serve Remember Foundation kirtan space at Raghu Markus's home in Ojai, CA. Jaymee shares what it was like running away from home at 17 and landing on The Deftones couch in Sacramento, the backstory of how his band got the gig as prom band on That 70's Show, what is was like having a conversation with Father John Misty in a population 18 town called "Harmony", Jaymee's...
2023-07-181h 31
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 29 - Lady Diana MukpoThis episode features Jaymee in an extremely rare conversation with Lady Diana Mukpo, wife of The Venerable Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, on the 36th anniversary of his Parinirvana ("death"). Lady Diana had originally invited Jaymee to her home in Florida to record the episode in person, but she found herself unexpectedly hospitalized nearing the recording date. To Jaymee's astonishment, Lady Diana remained committed to their recording on this day, and the two were able to meet for the first time over zoom and record this conversation from her hospital bed on one of the most significant days of her life.
C...
2023-04-0556 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 27 - Susan PiverSusan Piver is a New York Times bestselling author of nine books, an internationally renowned Buddhist meditation teacher and public speaker, and former record industry professional, having worked at legendary independent Hip-Hop label Tommy Boy, as well as Rounder Records where she helped Alison Krauss achieve a Platinum album. Susan has been a guest on Oprah twice, has been a speaker at Harvard and Google, and founded the worlds largest online only meditation center - The Open Heart Project. But as she shares throughout the course of this highly engaging conversation with Jaymee, all of these accomplishments pale in...
2023-03-211h 16
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 21 - "LET IT HAPPEN: Addiction Re-Envisioned"This episode features Jaymee's best recorded advice on the subject of addiction, mental health, recovery and treatment, and how to carve out an unconventional path of sobriety utilizing abstinence and emotional intelligence. You'll hear some of the most beautiful things ever said on planet Earth about addicts, and how they are truly saints, mislabeled by the collective. The talk is a conversation between Jaymee and his student Alex K, who originally met as rehab owner and patient in 2019 at the addiction and mental health center Jaymee co-founded and formerly operated in Santa Barbara. The discussion that follows between them is o...
2022-12-131h 26
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 16 - Lama Lhanang RinpocheOn September 19th, 2022, the Venerable Lama Lhanang Rinpoche, a particularly magical and important Tibetan Buddhist Lama, spent a full day in Jaymee's home in Ojai, CA. recording this podcast, performing healing ceremonies and offering longevity blessings for hours to the many dozens of attendees that day. Jaymee was honored to serve as Lama's attendee throughout the day and witnessed firsthand Lama's tireless drive to give each person who sought his wisdom quality time with him, most of which transpired from Jaymee and Lacee's bedroom. Lama barely drink water, ate nothing and needed very little rest for 10 hours straight. Jaymee's received...
2022-09-2156 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 14 - Ben Pecorari of WANTS/NEEDSAfter surviving crippling illness at birth, an emotionally disturbed violent alcoholic father in his youth, a bi-polar diagnosis at 13 that had him experimented on with every psych med and therapist on the market for nearly 20 years, Ben Pecorari at 26 years of age sought out spiritual mentorship sessions with Jaymee in the summer of 2021, keeping one secret to himself... he was going to commit suicide if Jaymee couldn't help. It's a year later, and Ben not only wants to live, but he LOVES LIFE passionately EVERYDAY and is ready to give back to the 805. Through their time in mentorship sessions, Ben...
2022-08-2644 min
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 10 - Samuel Bercholz - Founder, Shambhala PublicationsSamuel Bercholz is the Founder and Editor In Chief of the legendary Shambhala Publications, original publisher of an entire library of spiritual classics by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Pema Chödron, Shunryu Suzuki, Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche (to name a few), and was an early student of Trungpa Rinpoche's. Samuel is the genuine article mover and shaker of the early Buddhist scene in the US, and what George Martin was for The Beatles, Samuel has been for the Dharma flourishing in the West (though you'll hear he considers himself more of a Forest Gump). You'll hear the unbelievable stories of...
2022-07-121h 11
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 7 - Tulku Orgyen P'huntsok RinpocheTulku Orgyen Rinpoche is a Vajra Master within the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, and Jaymee's "root guru". Born in the Hidden Land of Pemaköd, a sacred place well known to Himalayan Buddhists, Tulku Rinpoche was recognized as a reincarnate shortly after his birth by one of the most notable Tibetan Buddhist masters of the 20th century, His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche, and began formal training as a toddler to fulfill the role of his incarnation. Tulku Rinpoche later founded the Odiyana Institute in Santa Barbara, a center where people can come to learn more about Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Jaymee w...
2022-06-281h 09
Love Is The AuthorEpisode 3 - Escape From Tibet! w/ Dorje TsewangThis episode features the unbelievable true life story of Jaymee's friend and Dharma brother Dorje Tsewang, who at the age of 21 escaped the Chinese occupation of his homeland Tibet on foot in an arduous journey through the Himalayan Mountains. Dorje, a Tibetan Buddhist in a group of 12 faced sub zero weather conditions with no shelter, empty pockets and very little food, warmed only by a burning notion of a better life existing elsewhere. After 30 days and narrowly escaping death on multiple occasions, Dorje reached the safety of Nepal and spent the next 5 years in a Tibetan Refugee camp, where he...
2022-05-191h 42Mystical/CynicalEp. 10 - "Bum Rush Shangri-La"When Jaymee's face begins shapeshifting early on in this episode, Daren immediately realizes that he may have gotten a little too stoned prior to taping. As usual, Jaymee leads a heartfelt discussion while Daren hurls grenades of hilarity that explode frequently throughout the episode, which felt like an instant classic from the start. Jaymee tells the story of how he spent the 7th anniversary of his spiritual teacher Vic's passing by leaving a crystal at legendary music producer Rick Rubin's recording studio Shangri-La in Malibu. Subjects covered: should the United Nations have a fart button to lighten u...
2022-04-261h 16
The Genuine Mom ClubYou Are Not Responsible For Other People's EmotionsWith the holiday’s quickly approaching I wanted to dedicate this episode to: You aren’t responsible for other people’s DANG Emotions. When it comes to things like your spouse's mood, your kids' mood, clients' hard core attitudes, extended families attitudes… These people’s feelings are just NOT your responsibility. We are all responsible for our own thoughts, feelings, and actions. So, let's talk 5 steps to stop feeling responsible for everyone's bad moods on this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast.
To Connect with Jaymee:
Website: www.thegenuinemom.com
Instagram: @jaymee.the.genuine...
2021-10-0818 min
The Genuine Mom ClubMOMMY'S GOTTA WORK - Tips for better balance for the busy Mom! Special Guest: Heather Greco SteinkerDo you struggle to balance all the motherhood things? Cleaning, cooking, working, laundry, dishes. The to-do list just never ends, does it? At the end of the day do you go to bed feeling like you just didn't complete all the things that you needed to?
On Episode 33 of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast I'm joined by the amazing Heather Greco Steinker. Heather is the founder of Chaos N'Cookies, a busy mom of three, and creator of The Chaos Control System. She specializes in helping Mompreneurs by helping them simplify systems on social media and other business p...
2021-10-0140 min
The Genuine Mom ClubWhat Type Of Mom Are You? And Which Is Best?Did you know there are different types of moms? It seems rather obvious. Since we are all unique in our own way, therefore our motherhood styles would have to be different, right? On this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast we are exploring 14 different types of moms, their positive aspects and negatives. And, what type of mom is the very best? Let's talk about this on The Genuine Mom Club Podcast!
To Connect with Jaymee:
Website: www.thegenuinemom.com
Instagram: @jaymee.the.genuine.mom
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2021-09-2424 min
The Genuine Mom ClubI Love My Family But Sometimes I Get Burnt OutWhat do you do when you start to feel super burnt out as a parent? You’re just hanging on by a thread. Your exhaustion is taking over your mental state. And you keep getting this feeling that you want to run out the door and hide.
Listen to this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast to get 11 tips for avoiding, and helping with burnout as a parent.
To Connect with Jaymee:
Website: www.thegenuinemom.com
Instagram: @jaymee.the.genuine.mom
TikTok: @jaymee.the.genuine.mom
Facebook: @the.genuine.mom
Joi...
2021-09-1729 min
The Genuine Mom ClubCan I Keep My Child From Spiralling? With Dr. Jeannine JannotDo you ever want to just jump in and fix all your child's struggles? Do you ever get really frustrated when your child is spiralling and in an attempt to make things better, you end up breaking communication with your child? Is your attempt to 'hold your child close' actually causing them to push you away? What's a Disintegrating Student? And how can we help our children not become one? We covered a lot on this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast with Dr. Jeannine Jannot, Ph.D.
Dr. Jannot has over 25 years of experience working w...
2021-09-1038 min
The Genuine Mom ClubCan My Child Catch Up With Their Education?On the latest episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast, I chatted with Aimee Buckley about how we can help our kids with their education.
Aimee Buckley is a veteran public-school teacher and founder of Study Help Inc - a tutoring platform that connects top-quality teachers with students who are looking for a better understanding and stronger academic skills. For the first 5 years of her career as a teacher, Aimee taught students with emotional issues due to neglect or trauma and eventually moved to teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities in her current position that she ha...
2021-09-0332 min
The Genuine Mom ClubShould Education Be One Size Fits All?Does your child struggle with learning? Were they considered 'late' when it came to reading and writing? Have you ever felt that the educational standards aren't fair to all students? Because not all students are the same, so why is education the same? Is there an alternative that can help our kids learn the way that they need to?
On this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast I chatted with Lyssa Rida about what her family does for education. She shares how her son was struggling with reading, and what she did to remedy that.
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2021-08-2724 min
The Genuine Mom ClubWhy Is It So Hard To Love My Body After Baby?Your body has accomplished the most amazing thing. It's carried life inside of it. So, why is it so hard to love your body the way it is now?
You do what's best for your children, so why do you doubt yourself constantly? Are these all just normal feelings that come with motherhood? Or is there a better way?
We have an amazing expert, Tori Hamilton, joining us on today's podcast. Tori is a mom of four, Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Baby-Led Sleep & Well-Being Specialist, and Perinatal Mental Health Advocate. Her biggest pa...
2021-08-2039 min
The Genuine Mom ClubCan You Actually Work From Home and Homeschool?People will always tell you what you cannot do. Rarely will they encourage you to accomplish that which you know you can accomplish. And, that’s the truth. Today we are talking about working from home, side-hustles, homeschool and more. It’s a packed episode, so make sure to take lots of mental notes. And, if you can’t listen now – be sure to save it for later.
To Connect with Jaymee:
Website: www.thegenuinemom.com
Instagram: @jaymee.the.genuine.mom
TikTok: @jaymee.the.genuine.mom
Facebook: @the.genuine.mom
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2021-08-0634 min
The Genuine Mom ClubWhen Mom-Friends Break Up!Have you ever broken up with a mom-friend? Maybe the relationship started out so good, you shared about your motherhood journeys, you called each other and texted when you were nursing the baby to sleep. But as time went on and your babies grew, you realized conversations about other things (not related to diapers and breast milk or formula) just weren't going easy. Or, perhaps you found that this dear mom-friend turned toxic and narcissistic really quick! Maybe your mom-friend moved away, and the calls and texts became fewer and farther between. What do you do when a mom-friend...
2021-07-3026 min
The Genuine Mom ClubHelping Our Kids Excel Even Through a Pandemic with Dr. Florencia SeguraIs your child overwhelmed by the thought of socializing again after a year and a half of isolation? Do you find yourself to be much more anxious about germs, and keeping your kids healthy and safe? When your child gets a runny nose, do they get nervous that it might be the big bad virus?
There are so many levels of feelings and thoughts that your children are likely working through now that things are starting to open up. And, maybe you are feeling just a little overwhelmed, it's OK. We are here to help!
On...
2021-07-2336 min
The Genuine Mom ClubYou Do Deserve Happiness.Would you say that you are hardest on yourself? Others can make mistakes, you forgive them. But when it comes to your mistakes, you feel great defeat, anger, and frustration when you’ve messed up? Do you feel like other people deserve great things, but you are undeserving?
When it comes to needing help, are you hesitant to ask for help from other people because you feel like you aren’t worthy, or that you don’t want to be a burden to anyone? These are just a few symptoms of low self-esteem. And it’s no small th...
2021-07-1628 min
The Genuine Mom ClubI Want to be a Joyful Mom!Have you ever met another mom and just thought 'how in the world is she so happy?' While you sit, sipping your coffee in pure exhaustion. How are they so happy? Were they just born that way? Is it genetic? Or is it something that is attainable for everyone?
On this episode of The Genuine Mom Club Podcast, I chatted with Melanie Chavez from The Joyful Momma Podcast. Melanie is a wife and mom of 3. She's an entrepreneur, podcaster and Life Coach. She works hard to help overwhelmed, exhausted moms feel joy again. She shares her o...
2021-07-0925 min
The Genuine Mom ClubCan My Marriage Get Better?Do you ever feel like you and your spouse speak completely different languages? Do you feel like you're extremely under appreciated? But when you try to voice your feelings to your partner they are quick to dismiss how you feel? Is there anything that you can do to overcome these hurdles in your marriage? Is there some way to improve the way you communicate with each other?
Well, let me introduce you to Melissa Salmeron! Melissa is a Certified Master Coach, specializing in Mom Life, and healthier, happier relationships. She shares with us some amazing wisdom about r...
2021-07-0242 min
Artsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 8: American Sculptresses of mid-1800s RomeWhew! Season 2 is a wrap- once you're done listening that is!
Jay and Tay wrap up Season 2 with some badass women who defied cultural norms, made HUGE work, and changed the world. Join us as Taylor introduces the "white marmorean flock," and yes we will define this for you- and ourselves... This episode will cover artowork that ranges from Neoclassical style and subjects of pre-Civil War public sculpture to the greater realism of the late 19th century and the women who took on stone.
We can't wait to bring you...
2021-05-041h 40Artsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 7: Mary Edmonia "Wildfire" LewisNo re-release for you, you loyal listener, you! This week the (as Leslie Knope would say) "beautiful tropical fish, who is smart as a whip and cool under pressure" Edmonia Lewis is here! Join Jay and Tay as we cross continents and deal with racism in the life of this incredible woman. Edmonia, also known as Wildfire, was a Black and Indigenous artist in the late 19th century who overcame intense racism to achieve world wide fame. As a side note, if you're looking for Jaymee's nieces hot cocoa recipe, just shoot us a message!
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2021-04-201h 01Mystical/CynicalEp. 22 'Meme, Myself and I, and Jaymee'In this episode Daren takes up all the space venting, explaining, over-explaining and re-explaining something so emotionally deep that finds itself in the disguise of something as so trivial as fucking memes. Jaymee hangs tough, and as always, gives some solid love and advice. Help Support The Show at patreon.com/mysticalcynical | Give Us A Call at 888-4ACYNIC Support the show
2021-04-131h 33Artsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 6: Re-release of Poster DreamsEpisode Summary:
Join Jaymee and Taylor on the re-release of Poster Dreams episodes from season one of the Artsy Fartsy podcast! In this reissue, Jay and Tay dig into a piece of writing by Ella Maria Diaz in order to discover more about Chicano art and its crucial role in empowering impassioned activists.
Primary Episode Sources:
Poster Dreams: The Art of Protest and Social Change" written by Ella Maria Diaz
Episode Credits:
Hosted by Jaymee Harvey Willms and Taylor Barstow
Production by Taylor Barstow
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2021-04-061h 28Mystical/CynicalGuided Meditation With JaymeeIn this bonus episode, Jaymee offers a mindfulness based Tibetan Tranquility Meditation from the oldest lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, the Nyingma. The elements and structure of this particular meditation have been passed from the lips of the teacher to the ear of the student in an unbroken chain for over 1500 years. Jaymee was taught this practice in 2005 when his teacher returned from Tibet after having been initiated into the Nyingma lineage by Lama Kharwang, an esteemed Tibetan meditation master. The primary focus is to point to and continually strengthen a relationship with ourselves from the point of view of our...
2021-04-0236 minArtsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 5, RERELEASE Lee Krasner Parts 1&2Join Jaymee and Taylor on the re-release of the inaugural episode of the Artsy Fartsy podcast! On this episode, Jaymee will dig into the life of Lee Krasner. Lee is an abstract expressionist artist who contributed significantly to the changes in art throughout the 40's and into the 60's. This episode takes most of it's information from the book 9th Street Women. The second half of Lee Krasner's epic career and life is covered in episode 3! You can expect art, tragedy and whole lot of bad ass woman-ing as this episode covers 1950-1980(ish).
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2021-03-231h 35
Artsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 4: Women Artists of the Western European RenaissanceEpisode Summary:
Last week we learned about Lavinia Fontana and this week we step back for a bird's eye look at the steep societal ladder she climbed. Women in Western Europe's Renaissance faced monumental systemic barriers to practicing art but some were able to push through. Even after triumphing over obstacles during their lives, today's art history leaves most of their work attributed to men or disintegrating in attics. Learn about some of these women as well as a non-profit trying to reinsert them in the historical narrative as we discover why it's so difficult for people in 2021...
2021-03-091h 26
Artsy FartsySeason 2 Episode 2: Women Abstract Expressionists of San FranciscoEpisode Summary:
Last week we learned about Bernice Bing and this week we zoom out for a look at a social space she frequented. The circle of women abstract expressionists living and working in San Francisco experienced a dearth of national attention due to their great physical distance from New York. Also a direct result of that physical and financial distance, their creative practices were allowed much greater creative freedom.
Episode Sources:
The Other Art History: The Gay, Lesbian and Female Abstract Expressionists (Part II)
An essay titled, “The Advantages of Obscurity: Wo...
2021-02-131h 17
WIN Your Daily BattlesS1-EP1: Who is Jaymee?On my first episode, let’s get up close and personal! Who am I? Why do I call myself “Jaymee WINS”? What’s my story about? What’s the purpose of all this talking? And what to expect in this podcast? Here’s an overview on what your listening ears are signing up for.
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2020-01-2320 min