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Harmonious WorldAn interview with saxophonist and composer Matt CarmichaelWelcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.I was fortunate in meeting this week's guest - saxophonist and composer Matt Carmichael - before we spoke for the podcast. He was performing as part of Ensemble C with my guest from episode 263 Claire Cope and hearing him live and with a different group of musicians was fascinating. You can read my review of that gig here.Thanks to Matt for allowing me to play tracks from his latest album...2025-03-2419 min
The StumpHilary Franz - Former Washington State Commissioner of Public LandsHilary Franz, the former Commissioner of Public Lands for the state of Washington, joins The Stump to discuss her time leading the Department of Natural Resources. Hilary was elected to the Office of Commissioner in 2016 and served from January 2017 to January 2025. During this time, she worked on a variety of issues, from forest health and wildfire prevention and suppression to completing the Long Term Conservation Strategy for the Marbled Murrelet on DNR-managed state trust lands and overseeing the Forest Practices program, and advocating in the state legislature for a variety of initiatives from carbon to aquatics. Hilary did not...2025-03-141h 13
Apogee StrongHilary Boynton and Stephanie Gruenke: Reclaiming Family Health Through Nutrient-Dense Eating and Community EmpowermentShifting away from unhealthy norms is very difficult, especially when so much of society pushes convenience over well-being. The idea of reclaiming health often starts with small, everyday changes—like making better food choices or prioritizing time together as a family. Families can feel more in control when they move away from what’s marketed as "easy" and instead focus on what truly benefits them. It’s not about perfection but about carving out healthier routines that feel right for each family.
Hilary Boynton is the author of the "Heal Your Gut Cookbook" and the founder of the Sc...2024-12-101h 48
Harmonious WorldBass player Matt Booth joins me for a chat about 'Sun Prints'Welcome to the latest episode of Harmonious World, in which I interview musicians about how their music helps make the world more harmonious.For this episode, I interviewed bass player and composer Matt Booth. I spoke to Matt as part of Extended Trio in 2022 for episode 120 and it was good to chat with him this time about his own album of tracks, many of which were written during lockdown.Alongside our conversation, you can hear extracts from tracks from Sun Prints.Get in touch to let me know what you think!...2024-10-2119 min