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Mama gaat hardlopen#78 Rokjesdag! Sh*t ik ben er nog niet klaar voor..Genieten x twee want was dat voorproefje op de lente fijn! Dit kan iedereen beamen. Voor mij was het ook meteen een reality check.. een lege kast (yep ben geen shopfanaat en wel duurzaam!) en daarnaast een reminder om te gaan doen wat ik wilde doen.. Deze podcast om je bewust te maken van de waarde om stil te staan bij waar je nu staat en jezelf de vraag te stellen: waar word ik blij van? Voor mij geldt dat ik keuzes mag maken én duidelijke afspraken met mijzelf zodat ik daadwerkelijk in beweging kom. L...2025-03-1317 min
HoorHoor41. De boemanIn dit verhaal volgen we een slachtoffert van de boeman.
We krijgen een inkijkje in de manier waarop dit wezen werkt, check goed je kast en onder je bed voor je deze luistert.2024-08-2050 min
LaunchLeftBEN LEE and IONE SKYE launch Emily WaurramaraBen Lee and Ione Skye join this episode of LaunchLeft. They discuss how a couple can work together and thrive, activism, and quantifying success. Later in the show, Ben and Ione Skye launch Emily Wurramara, an Australian songwriter who composes her music in English and her native indigenous language. She performs her song “Stay the Fuck Away from Me” acoustic to close this genuinely inspiring episode.
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Family Karma Kast93. Not One, But Two South Asian Housewives!Indra and Deana are joined by the fabulous Rit to discuss the two new South Asian housewives rumored to be on the RHONY reboot. They also talk about the joys of peanut butter and jelly, whether Marlo getting a peach was a good idea or not (RHOA), what Dorit does (or doesn’t) add to RHOBH, Vanderpump Rules BTS, crawling to the finish line with RHODubai, Bravo IG trolls and Garcelle’s son, and Ben and JLo’s Georgian swamp wedding from hell.
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LaunchLeftBEN HARPER | PortraitMusic is a universal language, and music is how Grammy-Award Winner Ben Harper feels he makes a connection with others. On this episode of LaunchLeft, Ben sits down in person with Rain to chat about finally returning to live music and what it means to him as a performer. They also discuss his new record, Bloodline Maintenance. Tune in to hear more from Rain and Ben!
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LaunchLeftBEN HARPER Launches The VolebeatsOn this episode of LaunchLeft, Grammy Award winner Ben Harper launches Matthew Smith and Peter Andrus of The Volebeats. They talk about their friendship and collaborations, thrifting and vinyl collections, and give us a front-row seat to their masterful knowledge of obscure music trivia. They also expound upon their creative process and putting out their new album, Lonesome Galaxy, on Harper's record label. The record was released on Mad Bunny June 10th.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRoger Payne & Jonathan Gottschall - What Is Most Needed Now - FinaleToday’s guests are biologist and environmentalist, Dr. Roger Payne, and literary scholar and author, Jonathan Gottschall! This is our exciting final episode before we go on a hiatus to reflect on and pursue all the wonderful insights and ideas we’ve gained from a year of lightning bugs. This show's central topic has been creativity, and this episode is meant to highlight how art is what is most needed right now. On this episode, we talk about the impact of a good story, what it takes for art to create change, and how to bridge the divide while also...2022-03-311h 01
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRoger Payne - Creativity Is The Only Way To Save HumanityToday’s guest is biologist and environmentalist, Dr. Roger Payne. In 1970 Dr Payne recorded “Songs of the Humpback Whale” which stands as the best-selling environmental album in history. This album and it’s popularity crafted the “Save the Whales” movement which then led to the 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment ten-year global moratorium on commercial whaling, which was observed by all but a few nations. On this episode we talk about what launched Roger’s passion for whales, how music has existed before humans, and trends within whales singing. We also talk about how creativity is the only way to re...2022-03-241h 06
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsElena Kats-Chernin - Do The Instruments We Use Influence The Songs We Create?Today’s guest is pianist and composer Elena Kats-Chernin! Best known for her opera, Wild Swans, Elena also creates orchestral works, solo pieces, as well as music for various mediums from dance to film. You’ll recognize works such as Clocks, Book of Rags, and Orpheus/Odysseus/Poppea. On this episode we talk about focusing on what you will do today instead of what you did yesterday, snippets of old pieces becoming part of something new, and improvising live. We also talk about if tools influence the work, being a working composer, and not reading to save your eyesight.
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LaunchLeftBAND OF HORSESBen Bridwell of Band of Horses joins Rain today on the podcast to talk all about going out on his own creatively and releasing his new album. Ben talks all about music, bands, and albums that influenced him from a young age and how that directed his own musical career. Tune in to hear more from Rain and Ben on this episode of LaunchLeft.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMichael López-Alegría - How Seeing Earth From Space Changes Your PerspectiveToday’s guest is astronaut and test pilot, Michael López-Alegría. Michael has completed three Space Shuttle missions and an International Space Station mission. He holds the record for highest number of spacewalks (also known as EVAs), as well as longest total duration of time in EVA. On this episode, we talk about the ways traveling to space changes your view of life, working with purpose, and the difference between a week-long mission and staying in space for half a year. We also talk about how it feels to wear a spacesuit, how ‘cold’ space really is, and how (in...2022-03-1043 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsKeb’ Mo’ - How Technology Influences Music and How Perfectionism Isn’t PerfectToday’s guest is musician, songwriter, and five-time Grammy winner, Keb’ Mo’. He’s a blues musician, having released songs such as Am I Wrong, Good To Be, and Will The Circle Be Unbroken. On this episode, we talk about making music during the pandemic, the different approaches when recording on tape, and how mistakes in music can feel more authentic. We also talk about bands being in time with each other, singing ahead of the beat, and the performance aspects lost when we know we can edit our audio after recording.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsGovernor Roy Cooper - Prioritizing Art and Art CommunitiesToday’s guest is Roy Cooper, the Governor of Ben’s home state of North Carolina. In office, Governor Cooper has placed focus on the arts and preserving art communities during the pandemic. In this episode they talk about the logistics of arts funding, how the arts grow small towns, and public versus private. Ben gives tribute to region that helped shape him, and asks how we can continue to support, preserve, and grow creative pursuits in all forms.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsNicholas Barasch - Embracing the Dynamics of PerformanceToday’s guest is actor and singer, Nicholas Barasch. He's starred in the Broadway productions of She Loves Me and West Side Story. Nicholas is currently starring in the Broadway National Tour of Hadestown. On this episode, we talk about becoming a child actor, how to work through puberty and voice changes, and how rejections are the biggest part of an actor’s job. We also talk about how different venues change how you go about a performance, and how to read the room when what an audience engages with can change night to night.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsNolen Bivens - How Local Artists Impact GovernmentsToday’s guest is former U.S. Army General, and CEO and President of Americans for the Arts, Nolen Bivens. His work pushes for arts and arts education in the public and private sectors and emphasizes the importance that creativity has in every aspect in life. On this episode, we dive into talking about military artists, how the United States has always had a relationship with art, and how battles are like orchestras. We also talk about how supporting local artists communities creates positive impacts for towns, and how music is the universal language.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsCassadee Pope - Healthy Competition and CollaborationToday’s guest is singer, songwriter, and musician, Cassadee Pope. Cassadee was the lead singer of Hey Monday, and has had a successful solo career. After winning NBC’s “The Voice” in 2012, she’s continued to create hit songs and express her creativity. On this episode we talk about what makes good collaboration, how competition can be a healthy driving factor, and how experiences some may view as selling out can actively be the most creatively challenging. We also talk about the guilt of feeling like you need to be more productive and learning to cut your own vocals.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsGregory Scott - Standing on the Shoulders of GiantsToday’s guest is the founder of Kush Audio and Sly-Fi Digital, Gregory Scott. He’s worked to create countless plug-ins and interfaces to help creatives working in audio. He’s also the host of “Kush After Hours,” a program dedicated to teach mixing, mastering, and audio work in inventive and creative ways, giving deep insights to everyone that listens. On this episode, we talk about giving technicians applause, refining established ideas, and how music has become more focused on being technically perfect. We also talk about hearing through someone else’s ears, how to effectively compare two pieces of equipment...2022-01-2748 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMargaret Cho - Every Comedian Has One TruthToday’s guest is stand-up comedian, actress, musician, activist, and author, Margaret Cho. You’ll recognize her from the sitcom she created and starred in, All-American Girl, as well as various roles in media, being featured in ventures like, Face/Off, Drop Dead Diva, 30 Rock, and many, many more. Margaret is best known for her stand-up comedy routines, where she transforms the stage into a platform of comedic discourse, traversing across topics such as social issues, politics, race, sexuality, and more. On this episode we break down how every comedian has one essential truth that serves as a foundation to bu...2022-01-2041 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsAndrea Wheatley - The Magic of a Live PerformanceToday’s guest is Osteopath, 10-times World Champion in full-contact Filipino Stick-fighting, 8th Dan Black Belt in Filipino Martial Arts, Andrea Wheatly. Andrea is a fighter, inside and outside of the ring. She has been paralyzed four times over her career, relearning to walk in 2014. She is a testament to hard work, dedication, and passion, in every aspect of her career. In this episode we talk about how the pressure of a live performance can lead to better results, pushing with your mind when your body cannot, and learning to see the beauty in life even with hardship.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsJacob Collier - The Methods of Making MusicToday’s guest is Multi-Instrumentalist and Vocalist, Jacob Collier! You’ll recognize him from tracks such as “All I Need,” “The Sun In Your Eyes,” and “In Too Deep.” His music spans across several styles and genres as Jacob looks for new and interesting ways to create. On this episode we talk about how digital instruments have changed how we make music, how physical instruments can have the most impact, and how sometimes the best instrument is the one you can execute from idea to concept in the least amount of time. We also talk about how the piano only has so many...2022-01-0659 min
D'oh! Kapital15 - The Broad Left Wins in Chile (w/ Jose Muñoz)In which Ben and Jacob welcome back Jose Muñoz to discuss the election of Gabriel Boric as the next president of Chile. Boric defeated the Pinochetista Jose Antonio Kast to become the youngest person to be elected president at the age of 35, and has declared that Chile will become the tomb of neoliberalism.We read from Rene Rojas' article "Will Neoliberalism Finally End in Chile?" in Jacobin: https://jacobinmag.com/2021/06/rene-rojas-interview-democracy-new-constitution-constituent-assembly-plebiscite-left-chile2021-12-271h 12
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRainn Wilson - Transforming Words into a Breathing CharacterToday’s guest is actor, producer, writer, and podcaster, Rainn Wilson. You’ll recognize him as Dwight Schrute from NBC’s The Office, the digital media company he co-founded, SoulPancake, the Lidè Foundation with it’s goal to empower at-risk women and girls through the arts in rural Haiti, or from his podcast, Metaphysical Milkshake. On this episode we talk about improv vs. set structure, unique acting exercises, and what it really means to change the words on a page into a living character. We also talk about how entertainment is 1,000 choices a minute, pretending not to care as an artist...2021-12-161h 02
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsPeter Frampton - Approaching Each Song with CuriosityToday’s guest is musician, actor, and producer, Peter Frampton. You’ll recognize his work from music groups like: Humble Pie, The Herd, and Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band. You’ll also see him in movies like Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Almost Famous. In this episode we talk about being a fan for someone else’s work and how an artist can be respectful when someone tells them they appreciate their work. We also talk about music versus lyrics, how temporary lyrics can still have impact, and the lasting impact of good lyrics. We also talk about...2021-12-091h 04
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsJonathan Gottschall - How Storytellers Transport ListenersToday’s guest is literary scholar, Research Fellow, Author, and Editor, Jonathan Gottschall! His latest book, The Story Paradox, highlights the influence of storytellers and how stories can be used for both good and bad purposes. His other work, The Storytelling Animal, shows how human beings are wired to consume stories. On this episode, we talk about how storytellers transport listeners to another state where they’re compliant, the limitations of contrarian jokes, how art is hidden in non-fiction work, if happiness and success are at odds with one another, and how often times the quality of a piece is d...2021-12-021h 00
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsLindsey Kraft - Changing Mediums as an ArtistToday’s guest is actress, model, writer, and musician, Lindsey Kraft. You know her from The Shrink Next Door, Grace and Frankie, Getting On, Veep, and more! On this episode we dive into talking about going to a spiritual healer to help people transition from corporate to creative, changing between acting and playing piano, and looking for the truth to tell in songwriting. We also talk about approaching songs as a storyteller, creative ways to take inspiration from other artists, and getting the most out of collaboration.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.spea...2021-11-1854 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsChris Thile - How To Create Art That Is Authentically YourselfToday’s guest is mandolinist, singer, and songwriter, Chris Thile. You’ll know him from his work with the acoustic trio Nickel Creek, the bluegrass group, Punch Brothers, as well as his solo album, Laysongs, released this year. On this episode we talk about how the meaning of folk music changes with cultures, growing up in a musical household, showcasing both work that you worked hard on as well as work that is most authentically yourself. We also talk about what it means to be a weak agnostic, and a performance so good you forget it is an audition.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsPenn Jillette - Tricking Your Audience without Speaking Down to ThemToday’s guest is magician Penn Jillette! Half of the comedy magic duo, Penn & Teller, Penn is also a musician, actor, inventor, author, and more. You’ll know him from his years of magic, the hit television show: Fool Us, and his podcast Penn’s Sunday School. On this episode, we talk about creating an even playing field in magic, choosing something you know you won’t be the best at, and developing a trick over 10,000 performances.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsDodie - Being a Viral Artist and Transforming Your CareerMy guest this week is singer-songwriter Dodie. She started out by uploading original songs and covers to YouTube back in 2007, and now she's got almost 2 million YouTube subscribers, 3 EPs, and 1 full-length album. On this episode, we talk about creating a career using YouTube, the best recording session of Dodie’s life, and how a music career starting from YouTube varies compared to a more traditional route. We also dive into talking about constantly growing as an artist, and how to defy expectations, even when people just want you to play your hits.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsNick Hornby - Chasing New Ideas and Finishing the Old OnesToday’s guest is Nick Hornby, best-selling author (High Fidelity, About A Boy, Fever Pitch), award-winning screenwriter (An Education, Wild, Brooklyn) and lyricist (Ben Folds' album, Lonely Avenue). On this episode, we talk about how children can be the most honest characters, how music and writing overlap, combating the urge to abandon an old idea for a new one, and finding out how to set a daily page goal for yourself.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsA Lightning Bugs Live Event with Dan WilsonJoin Ben and his special guest Dan Wilson (writer of Not Ready To Make Nice, Someone Like You, Closing Time) LIVE from Ben's writing camp studio in Nashville. Grab a front row seat to join Ben on stage to ask your questions about his career, writing process, and what he has in store for the future! There will also be live trivia and bingo, with an opportunity to win some awesome merch.
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Metaphysical Milkshake with Rainn & RezaBen Folds: A Talk on CreativityIn this exciting crossover episode, Rainn and Reza sit down with singer songwriter Ben Folds to talk all about creativity.
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Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMetaphysical Milkshake - Creating a Song with Rainn and RezaOn today’s bonus episode we are joined by Rainn Wilson and Reza Aslan from the podcast Metaphysical Milkshake. We dive in and get a New Week’s Resolution from both Rainn and Reza. Afterwards we create a song using a haiku, a bassoon, and a lot of creativity!
This episode is the second part of a special crossover event. Check out the other part which is also out TODAY, where Rainn, Reza and I listen to fan voicemails and answer their questions about creativity, art and music. So, head over to the Metaphysical Milkshake feed to liste...2021-10-1917 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsAndy Grammer - Being Yourself with A Changing Music IndustryToday’s guest is Andy Grammer, the singer, songwriter, and record producer. You’ll know Andy from hit songs like “Honey, I’m Good”, “Don’t Give up on Me”, and “Good To Be Alive.” On this episode, we dive into how the music industry has changed from an exclusive club to being more spread out, humble beginnings, helping to cultivate the magic of creating a song, and maintaining a business sense without compromising your creativity. Check out Andy’s newest song “Damn It Feels Good To Be Me” out now!
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speak...2021-10-1457 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsDerek Waters - Creativity in Formats and OriginalityToday’s guest is Derek Waters, the actor, comedian, screenwriter, producer, and director. You’ll recognize Derek from his hit series Drunk History as well as from his many other creative pursuits. Derek is a force, through and through, collaborating and contributing in any creative space he works in. On this episode we dive into talking about playing classical music during sports games, being hyper-specific while having the big picture in your head, the benefits of formulas, when to ditch formulas and make something completely original, and how your creative work is a representation of you as a person. 2021-10-0751 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsScott Hicks - Learning from Proximity and the Impact of an ImageToday’s guest is Scott Hicks, the Australian film director and screenwriter. Best known for writing and directing Shine, the biopic of pianist David Helfgott, Scott received nominations for two Academy Awards. From Shine, Scott has gone on to direct many more films, such as No Reservations, The Lucky One, and Heart of Atlantis. On this episode we talk about Scott working early in his career with Peter Weir and Bruce Beresford, how a filmset is a tool for education by shadowing the work of masters, how the Australian film market differs from America’s, the true impact of an i...2021-09-3050 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsWilliam Shatner - Talented Amateurs vs Professionals, and Learning to Control the WindToday’s guest is William Shatner! Known for his iconic role as Captain Kirk in Star Trek: The Original Series, William is an actor, author, producer, director, screenwriter, and singer. His newest album, “BILL,” is releasing 9/24.
Ben and William collaborated on the album “Has Been,” released in 2004.
In this episode, we talk about what separates an amateur from a professional (even if an amateur is more talented), saying you could have done something versus actually doing it, horseback riding, and transforming hardship into creativity. This conversation was a lot of fun so take a listen to our conv...2021-09-231h 01
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsGabriel Kahane - Not Using the Internet for One Year and the Art of OrchestraToday’s guest is singer-songwriter, pianist, and orchestral composer Gabriel Kahane. He’s released several albums to critical acclaim, and he’s written essays for publications such as The New Yorker and The New York Times. Gabriel has a unique approach to songwriting - in 2016, he traveled all around the United States gathering inspiration for his album Book of Travelers.
On this episode, we dive into Gabe’s recent year-long hiatus from the internet, in which he discovered how genuine human interaction has become harder to find as our reliance on technology has grown. We also speak about the...2021-09-1652 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsGreg Harris - Why Museums Exist and the Collective Experience of MediaToday’s guest is Greg Harris, president and CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Greg has had an impressive career - as the co-founder of a successful vinyl record store, the Vice President of Development at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and now as the leader of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Greg and Ben crossed paths in 2014 during Ben’s efforts to save RCA Studio A in Nashville from demolition. Out of the blue, Greg wrote an amazing letter of support that got lots of attention all over the c...2021-09-0947 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMarti Gould Cummings - Drag as an Art Form and How Creativity Fuels ActivismToday’s guest is the iconic New York City drag artist, TV personality, and political activist, Marti Gould Cummings. Marti's been a regular fixture in the nightlife world for nearly a decade. They host shows such as Dragged and The Marti Report, and they have a podcast called Marti Talks.
Marti is known for combining the world of drag with politics and activism. On this episode we talk about thinking outside the conventional boxes of society, as well as the origins, meaning, and constant evolution of drag. We also talk about drag as an art form, existing as a body of...2021-09-0241 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsJosh Groban - Finding Success in Creating Your Own LaneToday, my guest is singer, songwriter, and actor, Josh Groban! He's performed all around the world for over a decade, and in 2017, he starred in the hit Broadway musical, Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812. As an actor, you'd recognize him in tv shows and films such as - The Good Cop, Crazy Stupid Love, The Office, and so much more.
On this episode, we discussed sticking to your own style, even when the trend points a different direction, having your serious songwriting albums while also having your fun ones, collaboration on different levels, and writing a son...2021-08-2653 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsEmily King - How Imperfection Creates SoulToday, my guest is singer and songwriter Emily King. She’s an amazing R&B artist with four albums and three Grammy nominations under her belt. She released an album in 2020 called Sides, which is all acoustic versions of previously released songs.
On this episode, we discuss how to find your authentic voice in a world where you can have unlimited versions on a track, how recording from home and at a studio can change your creative perspective, and how sometimes the track you do half awake with your hands in your pockets is the best one th...2021-08-1951 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsDaniel Levitin - How Science and Creativity OverlapToday, my guest is Dr. Daniel Levitin. He’s a neuroscientist, musician, and author. His research encompasses music, the brain, health, productivity and creativity. Publishing more than 300 articles, authoring four New York Times Bestsellers, and serving as a music consultant for several musical groups, Daniel’s insight and ideas have been felt far and wide. Daniel's ears have influenced the work of Blue Öyster Cult, Chris Isaak, and many many more.
On this episode, we discuss why humans create music, how our definitions and interpretation of sound have changed, the divide and overlap between science and creativity, and ho...2021-08-1251 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsBishop Briggs - Becoming a Full-Time Musician and Seeing Past the Glamour of an IndustryToday’s guest is the musician Bishop Briggs. Her first single Wild Horses was released in 2015, and she's been cranking out music every year since then. Bishop has always been on the grind, starting out in coffee shops and small venues (which she refers to as “piss rooms,”) working hard to become the musician she is today.
We dive into the realities of being a musician full-time and running it as a business. The reality of how grief can be inspiration for your work. And cutting pass the glamor of being a singer and realizing that the people yo...2021-08-0555 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsSusan Rogers - How our Mind Naturally Recognizes MusicToday’s guest is the record producer, sound engineer, and professor, Susan Rogers. She’s worked as a studio engineer with artists such as Prince, Barenaked Ladies, David Byrne, and many more. Susan has a doctorate in music cognition and psychoacoustics from McGill University, and she’s a professor at Berklee College of Music in the Music Production and Engineering department.
On this episode, we talk about how our music tastes develop, how our ears physically react when we hear music we like, and how styles of music are constantly changing and evolving. We also speak abo...2021-07-2949 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsAlice Major - Shaping the Sounds of LanguageToday’s guest is a former poet laureate in Canada, author, and essayist, Alice Major. She’s published eleven collections of poetry, two novels for young adults, and an award-winning collection of essays about poetry and science.
Her work has appeared in a variety of anthologies, and she’s active in many literary and arts organizations all over Canada.
We spoke about the creations of associations in our world and how words and language contain a sound and shape that can be played with and formed. We talked about how poetry isn’t just about the word...2021-07-2252 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsKishi Bashi - Using the Past to Create Art for the FutureToday, my guest is singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Kishi Bashi. He’s recorded and toured internationally as a violinist with a variety of artists such as Regina Spektor, Sondre Lerche, and of Montreal.
His latest album, Omoiyari, was released in 2019. He is currently co-directing a feature length documentary of the same name about minority identity and the incarceration of Japanese Americans in WWII. This year, Kishi released his Emigrant EP, a companion piece to Omoiyari.
Kishi uses his art for activism - working to educate people and to continue telling the human story one piece at...2021-07-1546 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsSarah Donnelley - Crafting Creativity and Connecting a CommunityToday we spoke with Sarah Donnelley, an inspiring, award-winning teacher and musician based in Australia. She recently received an ARIA award for a video project she made with her students during COVID-19 lockdown in remote Wilcannia, Australia. Sarah promotes creativity inside and outside of her classroom - connecting the community around her and inspiring generations to create music, anywhere and any way they can. We spoke about connecting people where internet isn’t a given and promoting creativity when interacting can’t always be in person.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Be...2021-07-0850 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRove McManus - Creating a Multi-Medium Career and Perfecting the Craft of InterviewingToday we spoke with Rove McManus, an award-winning comedian, television and radio presenter, producer and media personality. His career has spanned many different platforms throughout the years. Voted most popular personality on Australian Television, Rove has called TV home but has expanded to create for standup comedy, radio, film, and much more. On the episode Rove spoke about how to get started in media and taught Ben how to hone his skills as a podcast interviewer and host.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
And check ou...2021-07-0146 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsGeorge Massenburg - Building the Technology of CreativityToday we spoke with George Massenburg, a living legend in the recording industry.
A world-class electronics inventor who created the parametric equalizer, he's designed, built and managed recording studios, and his George Massenburg Labs (GML) equipment can be found in nearly every notable studio in the world. He's a multi-Grammy award winner with hundreds of recording and producing credits spanning a 40 year career, working with leading artists in virtually all genres of music.
Currently a professor at McGill University in Montreal, George continues to innovate in the emerging art of immersive sound. Join us in dis...2021-06-2447 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRuby Amanfu - Creating Music with your Authentic VoiceToday we spoke with Ruby Amanfu, the Nashville-based Grammy Award nominated songwriter, recording artist, actor, and activist. From her collaborations with Jack White, H.E.R., and Sara Bareilles to her expansive array of solo work, her voice as a musician has been heard by the world in many different ways. We also spoke about her recent collaboration with Leigh Nash on the song “Good Trouble,” which released in the wake of the BLM George Floyd protests and covering the importance of having your voice heard in an authentic way.
You can submit your questions to Ben here...2021-06-1745 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsRyan O’Connell - Using Personal Stories to Create Something Larger than YourselfToday we spoke with Ryan O’Connell, the amazing writer, actor, showrunner, director, comedian, and activist. We spoke about formulating a writing process, how the content we create changes with age, wearing your influences on your sleeves to create something for yourself, owning your troll, and much more. We also spoke about Ryan’s Netflix show “Special” and about creating content that is for a community but also comes from a very personal place.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
And check out the YouTube channel here: https://www.youtu...2021-06-1049 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsJeff Lawson - Solving Problems Instead Of Selling SolutionsToday we spoke with Jeff Lawson, the Co-Founder and CEO of Twilio. His career has spanned over many years and over many companies, notably serving as the CTO of Stubhub. We talked about the creativity of programming and how creating a playground with problems to fix inspires coders to tinker and create solutions. Jeff’s goal is one of collaboration, working with his programming “artists” to get the best out of people and to be on the cutting edge of finding the next problem to fix.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Ben...2021-06-031h 02
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsSara Bareilles - Constructive Collaboration and Defining your Own PathToday we spoke with Sara Bareilles, the amazing singer-songwriter, actress, author, and producer. From hit songs such as Love Song and Brave, to her newest project Girls5eva, a TV series streaming on Peacock, Sara is an unstoppable creative force.
In this episode, we talked about how your childhood influences your creativity, why it's important to find the right collaborators, and ways to navigate a male-dominated industry so you can define your unique voice and learn that you don’t have to apologize for being you.
You can submit your questions to Ben here...2021-05-2759 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsBob Saget - Collaboration in Comedy and How to Be a Dynamic EntertainerToday we spoke with Bob Saget, the comedian, actor, host, and podcaster. From hosting America’s Funniest Home Videos and playing Danny Tanner in Full House to his long history of stand up and his podcast, Bob has entertained millions. In this episode we talked about needing a work ethic as an entertainer, having a dynamic and evolving career as a creative, and writing songs about being old men when we were just teenagers. Other topics include knowing when you have 2 hours of material vs 2 minutes, and learning to not edit yourself.
You can submit your questions to...2021-05-2056 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMo Willems - Art as A Passion and Business and Learning to Stay A Child at HeartToday we spoke with Mo Willems, the New York Times best-selling children’s author, illustrator, animator, and playwright. He’s known for his characters such as The Pigeon, Elephant, Piggie, and many more. In our conversation we talked about how a character is a child’s best friend and how children often are the best critics, noticing details in books that adults seldom see. We dive deep in the various forms of creativity and how it can be applied in different forms, so take a listen!
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speak...2021-05-1355 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMaegan Morrow - Music as Medicine and The Science of How Our Bodies Need RhythmToday, we chatted with Maegan Morrow, a cutting edge music therapist showing that music can be used for more than just enjoyment. In our conversation, we discuss how the human body reacts physically to beats and music, showing that music and rhythm is essential to certain processes. Maegan is most known for her work with former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, using music to help Gabby to speak after she suffered from brain damage from an assassination attempt.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
See omnystudio.com/listener fo...2021-05-0653 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsMarianne Williamson - Using Spirituality to Overcome Writer’s Block and Discovering the Past to Change the WorldToday, we spoke with Marianne Williamson, the author of 13 books and counting.
Marianne has a unique approach to creativity with how she infuses spirituality into her process. This mindfulness influences her work, and we had a really interesting conversation about why we create art - in a deeper, more metaphysical way.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-04-2958 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsCaleb Teicher - Living as A Part Time Artist and Expanding the Scope of Your MediumToday, we spoke with Caleb Teicher, a dancer and choreographer based in New York City. We chatted about being a creative while also being a human being, how artists get and grow ideas, and finding new approaches and perspectives in defined mediums, such as dance.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-04-2246 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsJon Batiste - Matching Technique with Creativity and How Discipline Differs from DriveToday, we talked to Jon Batiste, musician and band leader for Late Show with Stephen Colbert. We chatted about music theory, staying motivated in quarantine, and ways to carve out time for your art.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-04-1552 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsAgustín Fuentes - Discovering the Evolution of Creativity and Why Monkeys Steal ThingsToday, he talked to anthropologist Agustín Fuentes about the role of creativity in our evolution and survival, how society causes writer's block, and the time a macaque monkey stole Ben's glasses.
You can submit your questions to Ben here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BenFolds
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-04-0848 min
Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsWelcome to Lightning Bugs: Conversations with Ben FoldsWelcome to Lightning Bugs with Ben Folds
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LaunchLeftBEN HARPER launches The CushBen Harper opens the show speaking about Winter Is For Lovers, his instrumental record from October 2020, and the inspiration behind his brand new label, Mad Bunny Records. Ben has been able to launch his label and help artists during the pandemic. Ben gives his advice to emerging artists & shares what it's like to introduce artists into the world. Today, Ben is launching The Cush from Mad Bunny Records. Tune in as the members of The Cush join the show and launch their latest single, Haters.
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Family Karma Kast27. 'The Bachelorette' Season 16 Recap With Deepti From Pop Culture PrisonerIndra and Deana team up with Deepti from the Pop Culture Prisoner podcast to recap Clare and Tayshia’s season of The Bachelorette! Find out why Deepti thinks this was the worst Bachelorette season ever, their final thoughts on what really happened between Clare and Dale pre-season, whether or not Tayshia was a good Bachelorette, and the group of men this season. What is Brendan’s surprising common trait with Tayshia’s ex-husband? Was ABC reckless to let Ben on the show? Zac: hot or not? Bennett: serial killer? They also discuss the political persuasions of big names in Bachelor Nation...2020-12-241h 11
Family Karma Kast27. 'The Bachelorette' Season 16 Recap With Deepti From Pop Culture PrisonerIndra and Deana team up with Deepti from the Pop Culture Prisoner podcast to recap Clare and Tayshia’s season of The Bachelorette! Find out why Deepti thinks this was the worst Bachelorette season ever, their final thoughts on what really happened between Clare and Dale pre-season, whether or not Tayshia was a good Bachelorette, and the group of men this season. What is Brendan’s surprising common trait with Tayshia’s ex-husband? Was ABC reckless to let Ben on the show? Zac: hot or not? Bennett: serial killer? They also discuss the political persuasions of big names in Bachelor Nation...2020-12-241h 11
Twin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 231: Community Rewatch S2: Episode 10 & 11Co-hosts Katy, Janna and Goldie from There's a Podcast All Right podcast join us to discuss Twin Peaks episode 10 and 11.
There's a Podcast All Right
https://theresapodcastallright.buzzsprout.com/
Unseen Players
Lindsay Stamhuis as the Narrator, Donna Hayward, Lucy Moran, Maddy Ferguson and Josie Packard
@linzstam @TheBicksPod
25yearslatersite.com
Rob King as Doc Hayward
@RobEdKing
25yearslatersite.com
Aidan Hailes as Agent Cooper and Jonathan Kumagai
@aidanhailes @TheBicksPod
Twin_Petes as Hawk and Harold Smith
@Twin_Petes
25yearslatersite.com...2020-10-261h 03Twin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 230: Laura's Ghost: Women Speak about Twin PeaksCourtenay Stallings talks with her panel Mya McBriar, Mary Hutter and Jill Watson about what Twin Peaks means to them, how it affected their lives, their writing, their art and how they differ in their interpretations of season 3.
Courtenay's new book Laura's Ghost: Women Speak about Twin Peaks is now available at www.bluerosemag.com
A portion of the proceeds for this book will go to www.rainn.org
Mya McBriar: Twitter @TwinPeaksBlog
Twin Peaks Fanatic.com: HERE
Mary Hutter: Twitter @mary_hutter
The Ewing Barbecue Podcast: HERE
2020-10-191h 03Twin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 229: Duwayne DunhamBen and Bryon talk with Duwayne Dunham editor and director of Twin Peaks.
Read more about Duwayne Dunham and what he had to say about working behind the scenes of seasons one, two and The Return in our very limited book at www.bluerosemag.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch and Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
"Boba Fett E...2020-10-121h 01Twin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 228: Jay AasengBen and Bryon talk with Jay Aaseng who played Billy (The Drunk) in Twin Peaks The Return, and producer for Inland Empire.
Read more about Jay Aaseng and what he had to say about working with Lynch during The Return in our very limited book at www.bluerosemag.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
2020-09-1435 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 227: Tim HunterBen and Bryon talk with Twin Peaks director Tim Hunter.
Read more about Tim Hunter and what he had to say about directing and the behind the scenes of Twin Peaks in our very limited book at www.bluerosemag.com
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"Sycamore Tress" written by David Lynch and Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
2020-08-1834 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 226: Jeremiah Beaver of Take The RingBen and Bryon talk with Jeremiah Beaver of Take The Ring about his latest video project "Three Days in Twin Peaks".
Check out Take The Ring: HERE
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Y...2020-08-0346 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 225: Season Three MadnessBryon Kozaczka hosts "Season Three Madness" with his panel of experts as they will determine the best part of season three of Twin Peaks, of all time!!! (According to us)
Panel of Experts are:
Josh Minton
@JoshuaMinton
Red Room Podcast: HERE
In Our House Now: HERE
Joel Bocko
@LostinTheMovies
Lost in the Movie: HERE
Patreon.com/Lostinthemovies: HERE
Ben Durant
@TwinPeaksUnwrap
Pick up Twin Peaks Unwrapped The Book and other Twin Peaks related goodies at
www.bluerosemag.com
Catch us...2020-07-201h 34Twin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 224: John PirruccelloBen and Bryon talk to John Pirruccello (Deputy Chad Broxford).
Read more of John Pirruccello insight of Twin Peaks and other cast and crew in our very limited book at www.bluerosemg.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
"CHAD" written by Stephen Lange: VIDEO HERE
2020-07-0641 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 223: Fifth Anniversary ShowBen and Bryon celebrate the fifth anniversary of Twin Peaks Unwrapped with the community.
Get our limited print book now at www.bluerosemag.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
2020-06-111h 40
Family Karma Kast16. BONUS episode Gossip Column Ep 6 Bravo TV Recaps + pop culture updatesOn this week’s episode of Gossip Column, we take a moment to reflect on the current climate in our country before jumping into recaps of the most recent episodes of #RHOBH (8:10), #RHONY (34:45), and #BelowDeckMed (1:04:00). Also, listen to our thoughts on #PumpRules issues with race (56:20) as well a quick pop culture update (1:08:55) where we discuss Cate Blanchett’s recent close encounter with a chainsaw, Ben Affleck’s secret IG account, and Bachelor Nation’s reaction to the murder of George Floyd by the police.
Subscribe, rate, and review and thanks for listening!2020-06-0600 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 222: Gratitude, Respect, and Compassion in Twin Peaks w/ John BernardyBen and Bryon talk with John Bernardy about his article "Gratitude, Respect, and Compassion in Twin Peaks".
www.25yearslatersite.com
John Bernardy: Managing Editor at 25 Years Later
Twitter: @jpb_littlegreen
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti &
Preformed by Chrysta Bell
2020-05-181h 05
Women On TopThe Bachelor Ben Higgins talks not having sex with his fiancée before marriage, panic attacks over death, and signs that he's just not that into youThe Bachelor Ben Higgins talks not having sex with his fiancée before marriage, panic attacks over death, and signs that he's just not that into you.
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Robert Bauer's Dinner w/ Don: HERE
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limited release book at BlueRoseMag.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti
& Preformed by Chrysta Bell
2020-05-0444 minTwin Peaks UnwrappedTwin Peaks Unwrapped 220: Mary Jo DeschanelBen and Bryon talk to Eileen Hayward herself Mary Jo Deschanel.
Mary Jo Deschanel on Twitter: @maryjodeschanel
Read more of Mary Jo Deschanel insight of Twin Peaks and other cast and crew in our
limited release book at www.bluerosemag.com
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"Sycamore Trees" written by David Lynch & Angelo Badalamenti & Performed by Chrysta Bell
"Hayward Boogie" by Angelo Badalamenti & David Lynch
2020-04-1338 min
The Wolf's DenBen Baller and The Wolf — How to Thrive Amidst the Corona-ChaosIn Part 2 of this epic podcast, JB gives you his expert analysis of the outbreak's impact on Wall Street – then equips you with an investing strategy you can use right now to generate a massive profit. He also explains why you need to invest (heavily) in yourself, even more so during difficult times like this.
Then, JB is joined again by entrepreneur, celebrity jeweler, & luxury lifestyle guru Ben Baller to discuss the global impact of the Coronavirus, Media BS, & government bailouts. The boys also discuss Ben's career in jewelry, favorite watches, real estate investing, & what Ben would do if he ha...2020-04-0853 min
The Wolf's DenThe Coronavirus, China, & Diamonds with JB | Ben BallerJordan Belfort, the Wolf of Wall Street, gives you his expert insight into the Coronavirus pandemic, why Trump is locking down the economy, & what it means for your business.
Then, JB welcomes Ben Baller [Entrepreneur & Celebrity Jeweler for Kanye West, Drake, & more] onto the show for some shocking revelations about China & their handling of the outbreak, as well as Ben's career in the diamond game, working with Takashi Murakami, & how to successfully PIVOT your business [towards profit] during a disruption.
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The Portal22: Ben Greenfield - Wheat From Chaff in Human FitnessEric sits down with leading fitness geek, guru, thinker and human guinea-pig Ben Greenfield to learn how one of the world's most highly regarded trainers and fitness experts cuts through the nightmare that is our medical literature. The academic and medical literature in health and medicine is a disaster. Studies are performed and reported in non-standard and idiosyncratic ways which are then further distorted by a press often looking more for headlines and scoops than facts and rigor. In this episode we get to ask one of the most sought after fitness optimizers how ordinary people can bett...2020-02-161h 11The Portal22: Ben Greenfield - Wheat From Chaff in Human FitnessEric sits down with leading fitness geek, guru, thinker and human guinea-pig Ben Greenfield to learn how one of the world's most highly regarded trainers and fitness experts cuts through the nightmare that is our medical literature. The academic and medical literature in health and medicine is a disaster. Studies are performed and reported in non-standard and idiosyncratic ways which are then further distorted by a press often looking more for headlines and scoops than facts and rigor. In this episode we get to ask one of the most sought after fitness optimizers how ordinary people can bett...2020-02-161h 11
The Star Wars Underworld PodcastThe Kazuda Kast | "Into The Unknown"Star Wars Resistance is back, and so is The Kazuda Kast! Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by SWU senior British correspondent Ciaran Duggan to break down the season two premiere, "Into The Unknown". They discuss how Kaz is dealing with the repercussions of his actions last season and Tam's decision to join the first order. They also delve into what's going on with Tam and her introduction to life in the First Order. Plus, political slogans in Star Wars, the Doza family's increased role, and many, many Game of Thrones references. All this and much more! Webs...2019-10-081h 25
Survivor Pool Podcast2019 Week Four with Ben Lyons!On this week's episode of The Survivor Pool Podcast, we are joined by Ben Lyons to discuss Week 4 matchups, and looking over every game this week and discussing why you should or shouldn't use your bullets on it. Tune in to this episode to learn who you should look out for in Week 4!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-09-251h 27
Penn's Sunday SchoolThree Days Of Peace, Love, & Music.Woodstock's 50th anniversary, Sarah Silverman, & Ben Berman's Amazing Johnathan Documentary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-08-2154 min
The Antony Gordon Show | Lessons for life I did not learn at HarvardBen Shapiro | Being a Good Human and Valuing FactsIn today's episode—I sit down with political commentator, speaker, author, lawyer, and my friend—Ben Shapiro. Ben serves as editor-in-chief for The Daily Wire, which he founded, and hosts The Ben Shapiro Show, a daily political podcast and radio show. Within our conversation we discuss the idea that people care about the offensiveness of facts more than the cold hard facts. Ben argues that opinions are less important than the facts and that it's difficult to have constructive discussions if one or both parties are offended. Ben and I discuss the danger of an increase in de-humanizing others when...2019-06-1923 min
The Tai Lopez ShowWhy You Are More Powerful Than The World with Ben Shapiro“If you spend your life believing that the forces of the universe are raided against you, it’s going to make you miserable and make it impossible for succeed.” - Ben Shapiro(click to tweet)Get $20 off your first custom shirt at propercloth.com/taiGet a trial month of hims for just $5 today right now while supplies last. Go to forhims.com/taiProblems hiring? Go toziprecruiter.com/tai for a smarter way to hire for FREE!If you’ve been mildly awake in the past year, you’ve sensed the panic in the air. But the panic is the problem. People disp...2019-05-2248 min
The Tai Lopez ShowWhy You Have The Power with Ben ShapiroIt’s easy to blame externalities. When we zoom out to examine our lives, we often find ourselves disappointed in the position we’re in. The immediate response to this is to try to find reason for why we’re not where we want to be. By placing the fault on things outside of ourselves, we relieve ourselves of the responsibility, ultimately not addressing the problem and instead fueling the stagnation.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-09-2636 min
The Tai Lopez ShowPart 2 with Ben Greenfield: Why Your Cholesterol Must Be Higher Than You ThinkEvery year there’s a new diet. And with enough publicity, we will latch onto whatever promise it preaches. The unfortunate truth is that no one diet will fix our problems. Health comes from a combination of diet, exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle. When we combine all of these forces, our body will respond in the positive direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-06-1108 min
The Tai Lopez ShowHow You Can Live To 200 with Ben Greenfield: The Effects of Stem Cell Therapy, PRP, and NAD InjectionsAging is no fun. But it’s an inevitable part of life, right? Well, as science evolves, technologies are brought to the public that can in fact reverse aging. Whether it’s stem cell therapy or NAD injections, the consumer now has options to bend space and time.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-06-0846 min
The Tai Lopez ShowWhy You Have More Power Than You Think with Ben ShapiroWe all sit at different positions on the political spectrum. But regardless of where you stand, we can agree that harnessing the power inside ourselves is a more reliable method of self-help than government programs. Whether or not the government program can be better is a conversation about legislation. Today, we talk about the power in each of us to go about a day-to-day trying to do what’s right.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-02-1918 min
The Tai Lopez ShowBest of the Week: How To Look Past Politics with Ben Shapiro, Mastering Your Mind with Jay Shetty, and Why Diet Is Most Important with Odell Beckham Jr.Curiosity fuels skill. To get the most out of life means maximizing knowledge in all aspects of it. How to be a better father translates to how to be a better boss. Learning how to talk about politics will better your interview skills for the next job. To gather new skills, you have to constantly be learning and asking questions, and the avalanche of skill development will consequently tumble forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-01-281h 05
The Tai Lopez ShowBen Shapiro: What’s Wrong With America?What’s wrong with America? If you’ve been mildly awake in the past year, you’ve sensed the panic in the air. But the panic is the problem. People displace blame to governmental forces, so they can justify their own story. Certainly there are causes and social issues that are exempt from this analysis, but for the most part, we as a society underestimate our individual agency when we choose to believe that a government is stopping us from pursuing our goals.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2018-01-2244 min
The Tai Lopez Show4 Minutes to Healthy Fat LossIf you’ve been trying to figure out how to lose fat, Ben Greenfield is sharing the simple steps required on this episode.
Supplement companies tend to have it all wrong when it comes to fat loss supplements. Ben is sharing the exact formula required to be sure that you’re burning fat all day, everyday.
Listen to today’s episode for the secret to healthy fat loss.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2017-09-1204 min
The Tai Lopez ShowInterview: Ben Greenfield on Fat Loss & the Spartan LifestyleBen Greenfield is a legend in fitness and dieting, and today we’re discussing veganism, the good, the bad, and the ugly, the future of dieting, the secret to fat loss supplements that actually work, and the most important item to cut out of your diet (hint: it’s not sugar).Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2017-09-1138 min
The Tai Lopez ShowSurviving Plane Crashes and Fighting Great White SharksAsk yourself: What is the worst attitude that you can have? The attitude that will sabotage basically every plan, every hope, and every dream that you have?
I talk about this in step #67 in the 67 steps, watch it here
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Today's book of the day is "Devil at My Heels: A Heroic Olympian's Astonishing Story of Survival as a Japanese POW in World War II" by Louis Zamperini.
I would say it's probably being a victim.
That's where we can learn a lot from Louis Zamperini.
Louis is a ma...2014-08-2142 min
Matt & Mattingly's Ice Cream SocialEpisode 034: Rob Donnelly Illustrator/Former Jedi Mind Trick Bike Messenger: InterviewMatt and Paul discuss how Jerry Ryan is solely responsible for Barack Obama being President. Why should people lose of keep their job. Paul and Matt interview Matt's brother, Rob Donnelly (of RobDraw.com) and watch Matt get to know him for the first time in his life. Rob discusses his career as an animator and illustrator for Slate.com, NBC News and others. Also, they take a look back at Rob's time as a NYC bike Messenger. JOCK VS NERD: The boys finally discuss recently suspended vampire soccer player, Luis Suarez VS which Hollywood director openly wept visiting the se...2014-07-031h 34
The Tai Lopez ShowHack Your Sleep And Become SuperhumanBen Greenfield, voted as America’s top personal trainer, tells how to hack your sleep, and become superhuman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2014-05-141h 20