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Break It Down - Natalie StyleHow Do You Know It’s TRUE?In this episode I share from John 7:16-19Jesus once again is speaking to the religious leaders about how you will know its TRUTH. You will KNOW it is TRUTH IF it points people to Jesus! Light/Truth exposes DARKNESS. Darkness doesn’t want to be exposed so it tries to KILL TRUTH. JESUSDISCIPLES CHARLIE KIRKMARTIN LUTHER KING JR. GHANDILINCOLN ...
2026-02-2118 min
Hold On Sis, Let Me Take My Wig Off!She Survived, Now What? A Conversation about Breast CancerIn this powerful episode of Hold On Sis, Let Me Take My Wig Off, Staci sits down with breast cancer survivor Natalie Herbick, Journalist and TV Host for New Day Cleveland, for a heartfelt and honest conversation about what life looks like after survival. Together, they explore the emotional layers of healing, rediscovering purpose, and how the fight against cancer often becomes the fuel for what comes next. This episode is a reminder that survival isn’t the end of the story — it’s the beginning of a new chapter filled with faith, resilience, and re...
2025-10-3120 minBreak It Down - Natalie StyleHuman Effort Accomplishes NOTHINGIn this episode I share from John 6 & 7“The spirit ALONE gives eternal life , Human effort accomplishes NOTHING!” - JesusJohn 6:63We cannot accomplish Gods will and call on our lives without HIM. We cannot SPEAK Gods TRUTH without HIM speaking THROUGH US. “My message is NOT my own;it comes from God WHO sent me.” John 7:16Charlie Kirk accomplished more in his 31 years of life than those that live to 100!
2025-09-2311 min
Coin Stories with Natalie BrunellMichael Saylor: Fixing Broken Credit Markets with BitcoinMichael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, joins Natalie Brunell for a masterclass on Bitcoin credit. Topics include: Why people feel bearish about Bitcoin Bitcoin credit 101: The problem with fixed income and the opportunity Bitcoin creates for corporate finance Strategy's preferred stock playbook: STRK STRF STRD and STRC explained simply Why didn't Strategy make the S&P 500? Saylor's wisdom on political division in wake of Charlie Kirk assassination ---- Coin Stories is powered by Gemini. Invest as you spend with the Gemini Credit Card. Sign up today to earn a $200 intro Bitcoin bonus. The Gemini Credit...
2025-09-1955 min
Both Sides of the AisleCharlie Kirk, political violence, and the Utah Supreme CourtOur hosts discuss the murder of Charlie Kirk in Utah, how we improve our political divisions, and the Utah Supreme Court's rejection of retaining existing congressional maps.
2025-09-1825 min
Facts Over FearWhat Happened in Mississippi? Two Hangings, One Terrifying PatternFACE OUR FEARS: Last night I went live with Frzy to discuss the two men found hanging in separate cases in Mississippi on Monday, September 15, 2025. I have an update on that story that is not reflected in the video above because the news cycle moves so quickly.As it pertains to Demartravion “Trey” Reed, 21, his family is demanding an independent investigation and autopsy after they reported that the police first told them he was found dead in his dorm room. Reed was found hanging from a tree on his campus at Delta State University in Mississippi. Why is the...
2025-09-1748 min
Tales from the Truth SeekersAre We All "Brainwashed?" Here's the Proof, with Anthony MillerThe assassination of Charlie Kirk shifted something. For me, I could no longer sit back and stay silent as I watched my fellow liberals cheer and laugh at someone’s brutal murder on TikTok. Their reactions ignited a fire in me to educate the American public on the realities of the age of misinformation they are living in. I was shocked at how many people online misinterpreted my pleas for humanity as Nazi sympathy. But I refuse to live in a society made up of cultism and senseless death. For those of you who have been following me on so...
2025-09-171h 10
Coin Stories with Natalie BrunellNews Block: Fed to Cut Rates as Economic Data Worsens, Tether Launches U.S. Stablecoin, Gemini Goes Public, A Tribute to Charlie KirkIn this week's episode of the Coin Stories News Block powered exclusively by Ledn, we cover these major headlines related to Bitcoin, macroeconomics, and global finance: Fed under fire: Markets see a 96% chance of a .25% rate cut as Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pile pressure on Powell. Housing fragility exposed: FHA quietly props up 1.2M mortgages -- echoes of the 2008 crisis? Tether's U.S. play: The world's largest stablecoin launches a fully regulated dollar-backed token under the new GENIUS Act. Crypto IPO boom: Gemini and Figure soar in debut, while Nasdaq itself backs the Winklevoss twins. A...
2025-09-1511 min
Amplified MarriageSeason 4 Ep. 2 // “The Power of Words: Speaking Life Instead of Tearing Down”This week felt heavy. With everything going on in the world and the sudden loss of Charlie Kirk, we wanted to sit down and talk honestly about something that every single one of us wrestles with: how do you actually disagree well? Not just in politics or online arguments, but in your marriage, your friendships, and your faith.We didn’t come into this episode with a script, just an urge to talk through what the Bible says about conflict, humility, forgiveness, and love when it’s hard. Together, we walked through verses that k...
2025-09-1334 minBreak It Down - Natalie StyleBe Strong In HIS MIGHTY POWERIn this episode I bring TRUTH and a WORD about what WE NEED NOW more than EVER!Charlie Kirk. His life mission was to CROWD HEAVEN. He and his beautiful wife understood the assignment. Live a life for God. Glorifying HIM IN ALL YOU DO. Use your GIFTS to bring HONOR and TRUTH to my name. Ephesians 6:10-18. We...
2025-09-1309 min
Forensic FridayA Heavy Week: Current EventsHey y'all. This week has felt really heavy on our hearts. We know it has for you too. We discuss the death of Charlie Kirk, the train murder, and the shooting right here in Colorado. Lets take some time to talk through our grief together and see if we can't find some community and some hope. Ad for Southeast Counseling in Parker, CO Ad for Reliatrax practice management software Support the showDisclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records...
2025-09-121h 08
Strong Songs"Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" by The Mars VoltaKirk digs into one of the most dense and challenging records in his collection, with an analysis of "Roulette Dares (The Haunt Of)" from The Mars Volta's 2003 progressive rock opus De-Loused in the Comatorium.Written by: Omar Rodríguez-López, Cedric Bixler-Zavala, and Jeremy WardProduced by: Omar Rodríguez-López & Rick RubinAlbum: De-Loused in the Comatorium, 2003Listen/Buy via Album.LinkALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:Excerpts from Omar and Cedric: If This Ever Gets Weird (2023, dir. Nicolas Jack Davies)"One Armed Scissor" by At the Drive-In from Rela...
2025-04-0459 min
Strong Songs"Fast As You Can" by Fiona AppleKirk digs into Fiona Apple's breakneck 1999 single "Fast As You Can," a cornerstone in her late 90s collaborations with Jon Brion, as well as her work with drummer Matt Chamberlain.Written by: Fiona AppleProduced by: Jon BrionAlbum: When The Pawn..., 1999Listen/Buy via Album.LinkALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:Jon Brion in Performing Songwriter Magazine, 2000"Criminal" by Fiona Apple from Tidal, 1996"Tymps (The Sick in the Head Song) by Fiona Apple from Extraordinary Machine, 2005"Monday" by Jon Brion from I Heart Huckabees, 2004"Epistrophy" by Thelonious Monk recorded...
2025-03-2152 min
Strong Songs"Where The Streets Have No Name" and "With Or Without You" by U2Strong Songs Season Seven kicks off with two of the most famous songs ever recorded, from one of the biggest bands in the world. U2's "Where the Streets Have No Name" and "With or Without You" make up two-thirds of the three-song "suite" of hit singles that kicked off their 1987 album The Joshua Tree. As it turns out, the two songs have a lot to say to one another! They also have a lot to say about how U2 wrote music, and about the beautiful, messy human process of collaborative creativity.Written by: U2...
2025-03-0759 min
Reignite ResilienceHarnessing Inner Courage and Leadership + Resilience with Kirk McCarley (part 2)Send a textEver wondered how to uncover your unique "secret sauce" to tackle life's challenges? Join us in this thought-provoking conversation with the insightful coach Kirk McCarley, as he shares his wealth of experience in reigniting passion and resilience. With over three decades of coaching under his belt, Kirk enlightens us on the transformative power of forward-thinking and the art of asking the right questions. Personal anecdotes, like that of a bride managing her anxiety with humor, reveal the strength found in embracing and overcoming one's fears. This episode is not just about confronting anxiety and...
2024-11-1426 minReignite ResilienceTransforming Everyday Conversations + Resiliency with Kirk McCarley (Part 1)Send a textEver wondered how a coaching mindset can redefine your day-to-day interactions? Meet Kirk McCarley, the seasoned executive and career coach who turned his wealth of HR experience into a passion for helping others navigate life's challenges. Join us as we chat with Kirk about his fascinating journey from the world of HR to becoming a beacon of resilience and inspiration. We uncover his vibrant life in Texas, sharing personal stories that illustrate the vital role of resilience in maintaining enthusiasm through life's busy schedules.Curiosity and connection take center stage as we...
2024-11-1127 min
CinepalsTHE DESCENT (2005) Reaction & Review!Achara and Michael dive into the horror thriller "The Descent," where six women on a caving expedition find themselves trapped and hunted by monstrous creatures lurking in the uncharted depths. Written and directed by Neil Marshall (Dog Soldiers & Centurion) & the film stars Shauna Macdonald (The Descent Part 2 & Filth), Natalie Mendoza (Moulin Rouge! & Hotel Babylon), Alex Reid (Life on Mars & The Facility), Saskia Mulder (The Beach & Storm) Saskia Mulder (The Beach & La Fille Sur Le Pont), MyAnna Buring (Kill List & The Witcher), and Nora-Jane Noone (Brooklyn & The Magdalene Sisters). Watch the cutdown reaction on YouTube at w...
2024-10-2915 min
Romancing the Pod220 - Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga (With Natalie Kirk)"Let me be the first one congratulate...us."This week's hottest movie is... Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. (and we are joined by Todd's WIFE Natalie Kirk). This movie has everything: outrageous musical numbers, fire-spewing pianos, Russian heartthrob singers, and elves—yes, elves. If you love catchy songs with a side of quirky romance, you’ll adore the over the top songs that make Eurovision so special and a murder to epic that Josh Hartnett had to be involved.Please Subscribe, Rate and Review Romancing the Pod to help more people discover our...
2024-10-172h 02
CinepalsLEON THE PROFESSIONAL Reaction & Review!Steph & Kristen watch "Léon: The Professional," a gripping crime thriller that follows a professional hitman named Léon who reluctantly takes in a 12-year-old girl named Mathilda after her family is murdered, forming an unlikely bond as he teaches her the art of assassination. This film is directed by Luc Besson (The Fifth Element & Lucy) & it stars: Jean Reno (The Da Vinci Code, Ronin, & Mission: Impossible), Natalie Portman (Black Swan & V for Vendetta), Gary Oldman (The Dark Knight & Harry Potter series), Danny Aiello (Do the Right Thing & Moonstruck), and Michael Badalucco (The Practice & O Brother, Where Ar...
2024-08-0606 min
Strong Songs"Born to Run" by Bruce SpringsteenIn the season six finale, Kirk takes a deep dive into Bruce Springsteen's signature song, 1975's "Born to Run." It's all here: tremolo guitar riffs, glockenspiel arpeggios, endless sus chords, and a sax solo for the ages. Baby, we were born for it.Written by: Bruce SpringsteenProduced by: Springsteen, John Landau, and Mike AppelAlbum: Born to Run, 1975Listen/Buy via LynkifyALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"Tenth Avenue Freeze Out" and "Thunder Road" from Born to Run, 1975Born to Run live at Madison Square Garden, 2000, and live in...
2024-06-281h 00
Explore ExplainS5E3 - Natalie ErdemWelcome to episode 3 of season 5 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series all about data visualisation design.
In this latest episode I am delighted to welcome Natalie Erdem, Managing Partner and Product Manager at TWO-N, based in New York City. We explore the story behind TWO-N's development of the MSNBC Election Big Board, the dynamic visualisation tool used by National Political Correspondent for NBC News and MSNBC, Steve Kornacki during the live broadcast of the 2018 US mid-terms and subsequent elections.
As well as listening to this show, you can watch the video of...
2024-06-131h 06
Strong Songs"Easter Theatre" by XTCStage left! It's time for Strong Songs to talk about XTC. Stage right! Now the song is picked, analysis can begin. Stand up! If we listen close, we'll hear some lovely notes...On this episode, Kirk takes the stage alongside "Easter Theatre," the first single off of XTC's 1999 experimental symphono-pop album Apple Venus: Vol. 1. Bring on the bassoons and power up the mellotron; we've got some shapes to stack.Written by: Andy PartridgeProduced by: Haydn Bendall & Nick DaviesAlbum: Apple Venus Vol. 1, 1999 and Instruvenus, 2002Listen/Buy via Songwhip
2024-05-3157 min
Strong Songs"Limb by Limb" by PhishPhish may be known for their 30-minute live jams, but turns out you can distill their best qualities into a song one-tenth that length. To that end, Kirk picks apart and reassembles their 1998 studio recording of "Limb By Limb" in all its polyrhythmic, guitarpeggiated glory.Music by: Trey Anastasio, with Page McConnell, Mike Gordon & Jon FishmanLyrics by: Tom Marshall & Scott HermanAlbum: The Story of the Ghost (1998)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"You Enjoy Myself" by Trey Anastasio from Junta, 1989"The Story of the Ghost"...
2024-05-1759 min
Strong Songs"Heart of Glass" by BlondieYou came, you saw, you voted, and you picked Blondie as Strong Songs' first listener-selected artist! After weighing a number of possible songs to focus on, Kirk decided to go with the 1978 hit that took them from the punk clubs of New York to dance floors around the world.Wanna pick an artist for Season Seven? Go join the Patreon!Written by: Deborah Harry and Chris SteinProduced by: Mike ChapmanAlbum: Parallel Lines (1978)Listen/Buy via SongwhipSpecial Guests: Katelyn and Laurie Shook, a.k.a...
2024-05-0356 min
Strong Songs"The Way" by Meshell NdegeocelloMeshell Ndegeocello is: a fearless songwriter, an outrageously funky bassist, and a groundbreaking producer who knows just how to get the most out of each musician she hires. On this episode, Kirk takes a deep dive into "The Way," the second track off of her 1996 record Peace Beyond Passion, and shines a light on some of the things that make her one of the greats.Written by: Meshell NdegeocelloAlbum: Peace Beyond Passion (1996)Special Guest: Sam HowardListen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"The Womb," "Ecclesiastes: Free My...
2024-04-1957 min
With All Your MindCreative OutletsKirk, Mark, and Walter are joined by singer-songwriter Natalie Page who shares some of her music and her insights on "The Invisible", the things that exist even though other people may not see them.
2024-03-2953 min
Strong Songs"Águas de Março (The Waters of March)" by Antônio Carlos Jobim & Elis ReginaKirk digs into the work of master composer Antônio Carlos Jobim via his timeless 1974 duet with Elis Regina on his song "Águas de Marçco," known Stateside as "The Waters of March." He's joined by special guest Frederico Barros, Professor of Musicology at Federal University of Rio De Janeiro.Written by: Antônio Carlos JobimPerformed by: Jobim and Elis ReginaAlbum: Elis & Tom (1974)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"The Girl From Ipamena" and "Desefinado" by Tom Jobim from Getz/Gilberto, 1964"Corcovado (Quiet Night of Quiet Star...
2024-03-2256 min
Strong Songs"Black Hole Sun" by SoundgardenTurns out some songs stand on their own, however memorable-slash-horrifying their music video might have been.Written by: Chris CornellProduced by: Michael BeinhornAlbum: Superunknown (1994)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"Spoonman" and "The Day I Tried to Live" by Chris Cornell and Soundgarden from Superunknown, 1994Kim Thayil interview at SongfactsNorah Jones' cover of "Black Hole Sun," Live in 2021"In My Life" by Lennon/McCartney from Rubber Soul, 1965The 2021 Strong Songs interview with session guitarist Andrew Synowiec"Tom Sawyer" by Rush from Moving Pictures, 1981--------------------
2024-03-0856 min
Strong Songs"In Your Eyes" by Peter GabrielStrong Songs Season Six kicks off with a widely requested classic: Peter Gabriel's 1986 yearner "In Your Eyes." Because why hire one rhythm section when you can hire two for twice the price?Written by: Peter GabrielProduced by: Daniel LanoisAlbum: So (1986)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:Rick Beato's Interview with So producer Daniel Lanois"DIY" by Peter Gabriel from Peter Gabriel 2: Scratch, 1978"Sledgehammer," "Don't Give Up," and "Big Time" by Gabriel from So, 1986Kwame Ansah-Brew demonstrates the Talking Drum--------------------FEBRUARY 2024 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONS
2024-02-2353 min
Strong SongsThe Band: The Last WaltzFor the Season Five finale, Kirk takes a look at The Band and Martin Scorsese's beloved 1978 concert film The Last Waltz - "The beginning of the beginning of the end of the beginning."Featuring music by The Band: Robbie Robertson, Rick Danko, Levon Helm, Richard Manuel, and Garth HudsonDirected by: Martin ScorseseAlbum: The Last Waltz (1978)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED/REFERENCED:"The Weight" by Robbie Robertson as covered by The Staple Singers and Aretha FranklinStudio versions of several songs from the show, featured on The...
2023-12-151h 05
Strong SongsPhish, Evanescence, and a Taylor Swift DisputeIt's time for another mailbag episode, as Kirk takes on questions about Evanescence piano, Kelis bells, and counting in songs by Phish, Vessels, Ten Years After, and Kishi Bashi. All that, and a friendly dispute about a Taylor Swift song."Milkshake" by Neptunes/Kelis from Tasty, 2003"Going Under" by Evanescence from Fallen, 2003Joe Lovono plays the AulochromePat Metheney plays the Pikasso 42-string GuitarMatt Glassmeyer and Jano Rix demonstrate the ShuitarFuture Man plays Synth Axe Drumitar live with the Flecktones"What About Me?" by Snarky Puppy from We Like It Here, 2014"Shimmer Intend Spark Groove Defend" feat. Nels Cline...
2023-12-0159 min
Strong SongsStrong Solos, Vol. 2: Electric Guitar-alooThe electric guitar is a beautiful, maddening instrument, and man does it sound good in the right hands. On this episode, Kirk takes a deep dive into solos by guitar legends Charlie Christian, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix, and Larry Carlton.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Seven Come Eleven" by Charlie Christian and Benny Goodman, recorded by the Benny Goodman Sextet in 1939"Fried Pies" by Wes Montgomery from Boss Guitar, 1963"Hey Joe" by Billy Roberts recorded by the Jimi Hendrix Experience on Are You Experienced?, 1967Larry Carlton's solo on "Kid Charlemagne" by Donald Fagen and Walter Becker (AKA Steely Dan...
2023-11-171h 04
Strong SongsThe Music of Zelda: Tears of the KingdomKirk wasn't expecting to make a full-length episode about the music of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, but then he played the game. And here we are.Picking up on 2022's deep-dive in the music of the Zelda series, this episode takes a deep dive into the score of the new game, covering the many ways it builds on the past and charts a new musical future.SPOILERS: The first 40 minutes of the episode feature some discussion of the events of Tears of the Kingdom, but no major story spoilers. At around...
2023-11-031h 03Strong SongsA Little Extra ZeldaOn this bonus episode, originally recorded as a Patreon bonus in 2022, Kirk goes through a few great Legend of Zelda pieces that he didn't manage to get into on last year's Zelda-focused Strong Songs episode. If you want to hear next week's new episode on Tears of the Kingdom early, go become a patron now!FEATURED:"Tears of the Kingdom Theme" from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, comp. Manaka Kataoka, Maasa Miyoshi, Masato Ohashi, Tsukasa Usui"Song of Storms," "Dark World/Lorule Theme," "Gerudo Valley," and "The Great Fairy's Fountain" by K...
2023-10-2724 minStrong SongsBelle & Sebastian's Very Good Chord ProgressionKirk takes a tour through the cycling, modulating chord sequence in Belle & Sebastian's buoyant 2017 song "The Girl Doesn't Get It."Variation 1: | C | Dm7 | Bb | Gm FVariation 2: | C | D | Bm | Esus EVariation 3: | A | Bm | A/C# | Esus EFEATURED/DISCUSSED:"The Girl Doesn't Get It" by Belle & Sebastian from How To Solve Our Human Problems, Vol. 1, 2017"I Will Always Love You" by Dolly Parton performed by Whitney Houston on The Bodyguard soundtrack, 1992--------------------OCTOBER 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCorpus Frisky – Ben Barron – Catherine Warner – Damon White...
2023-10-2021 min
Strong SongsThe Four Electric GuitarsThere are so many electric guitars. Truly, there is a guitar for every mood, every season, and every feeling. But there are four types of electric guitar that are a bit more widely used than other ones. On this formely-bonus-now-main-feed episode, Kirk discusses those four guitars—the Fender Stratocaster, the Telecaster, the Gibson Les Paul, and the 335—and goes through some of the Strong Songs that have featured them.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:“Spanish Castle Magic" and "Little Wing" by Jimi Hendrix from Axis: Bold as Love, 1967“Like a Prayer” by Madonna from Like a Prayer, 1989“Sweet Home Al...
2023-10-0634 min
Strong SongsCounterpoint, Chaka Kahn, & Peter GabrielKirk answers your questions on 60s pop counterpoint, Chaka Kahn syncopation, Taylor Swift's re-recording project, good practice habits, Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer," and more.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"You've Got Your Troubles" by Roger Greenaway and Roger Cool, recorded by The FortunesContrapunctus 1 by J.S. Bach recorded by the Emerson String Quartet on Bach: The Art of Fugue, 2003T.I.B.W.F. by The Budos Band, from The Budos Band, 2005"Dying to Get To Europe" by Ketil Bjornstad from Seafarer's Song, 2004"The Place Where He Inserted the Blade" by Black Country, New Road from Ants From Up There, 2022"...
2023-09-0854 min
Strong Songs"Soul Vaccination" by Tower of PowerKirk climbs inside the machine-gun rhythms and unstoppable grooves of the legendary Oakland funk outfit Tower of Power.Written by: Doc Kupka and Emilio CastilloAlbum: Tower of Power (1973)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"What is Hip?" "Squib Cakes" "Only So Much Oil in the Ground" "Don't Change Horses (In the Middle of a Stream)," "So Very Hard to Go," "Credit," all by Tower of Power"Saturday Night Live" theme by Howard Shore, feat. Lenny Pickett"Cold Sweat," "I Got the Feelin'," "Mother Popcorn," "Funky Drummer" by James Brown, 1967...
2023-08-2549 min
Strong Songs"Everybody Wants to Rule the World" by Tears For FearsKirk kicks off Strong Songs Season 5 with Tears For Fears' 1985 hit "Everybody Wants to Rule The World." From classic synths and drum machines to surprisingly avante-garde guitar solos, this song's got a lot more going on than you might remember.Written by: Roland Orzabal, Ian Stanley, and Chris HughesProduced by: Chris HughesAlbum: Songs from the Big Chair (1985)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"Shout" and "Head Over Heels," both from Songs From the Big Chair, 1985"No One Knows" by Queens of the Stone Age from Songs...
2023-07-2847 minStrong SongsAn Operatic Odyssey, with Luigi BocciaSpecial guest Luigi Boccia takes Kirk on a magical journey through the world of the opera tenor, from Caruso and Lauri Volpi to Di Stefano and Pavarotti.Featuring performances by Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Enrico Caruso, Franco Corelli, Giacomo Lauri Volpi, Jussi Björling, Sergei Lemeshev, and Jon Vickers.Find a Spotify playlist of Luigi's many Tenor examples here.--------------------JULY 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCatherine Warner – Damon White – Kaya Woodall – Dan Austin – Jay Swartz – Miriam Joy – Sean D. Winnie – Rush – Daniel Hannon-Barry – Ashley Hoag – Christopher Miller – Jamie White – Christopher McConnell – David Mascett...
2023-07-143h 38
Theatre Audience PodcastEspionage and Emotions: Will Young in 'Song From Far Away and a Conversation with Kirk JamesonGet ready for an exciting episode of our podcast, where Natalie and Darren dive into the world of theatre. First up is the innovative play Spy for Spy at Riverside Studios, starring Olive Gray and Amy Lennox. This unique production allows the audience to choose the order of the scenes, creating a dynamic and interactive experience. Natalie and Darren explore the thrilling aspects of this show and delve into the impact of audience participation on the storytelling.In an exclusive interview, Darren sits down with Kirk Jameson, the director of Song From Far Away. They delve into the...
2023-07-1037 minStrong Songs"You're The Voice" by John Farnham, Live in SydneyJohn Farnham's "You're The Voice" was a worldwide hit, and nowhere was it more popular than in the Aussie singer's homeland. A couple weeks ago, Kirk went onstage with the hosts of the Chat 10 Looks 3 podcast, Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb, to talk about the song, the singer, and so much more.This episode is excerpted from Chat 10 Looks 3 episode 214. It was recorded live at the Enmore Theater in Sydney, Australia on June 17, 2023.Performed by: John FarnhamWritten by: Chris Thompson, Maggie Ryder, Andy Qunta, & Keith ReidProduced by: Glenn Wheatley
2023-06-3046 minStrong SongsThe Light and Dark of Music, with Lily E. HirschAuthor and musicologist Lily E. Hirsch joins Kirk to talk about the many different aspects of music she's explored in her books.REFERENCED ON THIS EPISODE:Lily Hirsch's many books, including A Jewish Orchestra in Nazi Germany: Musical Politics and the Berlin Jewish Culture League, Weird Al: Seriously, and Can't Stop the Grrrls: Confronting Sexist Labels in Music from Ariana Grande to Yoko OnoGustav Mahler - Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, Gilbert Kaplan w/ th Vienna PhilharmonicOliver Sacks' book Musicophelia"Hot in Herre" by Nelly from Nellyville, 2002"Trash Day" by "Weird Al" Yankovic from Poodle Hat, 2003...
2023-05-261h 04
TalkErie.com - The Joel Natalie Show - Erie Pennsylvania Daily PodcastBoosting Student Outcomes With IU5: Christine Carucci, Kirk Shimshock & Yvonne Teed - May 11, 2023On a Thursday education focus, we discussed local public education with representatives from the Northwest Tri County Intermediate Unit 5. As a regional educational service agency, IU5 provides cost-effective programs and services for the 17 public school districts and nonpublic schools in Crawford, Erie, and Warren counties. On our panel from the IU5 was Kirk Shimshock, director of federal and state programs, Christine Carucci, director of special education, and Yvonne Teed, director of curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
2023-05-1239 minStrong Songs"Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" by Kate BushHappy holidays! Here's a Patreon minisode Kirk published last summer about Kate Bush's "Running Up That Hill." See you in 2023!ORIGINAL SHOW NOTES, 6/24/2022:The whole world is talking about Kate Bush's masterful 1985 song "Running Up That Hill," so Kirk figured he might as well talk about it, too. On this bonus Patreon episode, he takes a crack at re-creating the song's iconic sound and digs into some of the digital recording technology that Bush used to make it sound so distinct.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Wuthering Heights" by Kate Bush from The K...
2022-12-3020 min
Strong SongsThe Music of Star Wars: AndorLook, sometimes a TV soundtrack is so good that you have no choice but to make a whole podcast episode about it.And so here we are, as Kirk takes a deep dive into Nicholas Britell's ever-evolving musical score for the new Disney+ show Star Wars: Andor.Listen to Britell's Andor Score (via Songwhip): Volume One | Volume Two | Volume ThreeREFERENCED ON THIS EPISODE:Tracks from Star Wars: A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back, composed by John WilliamsTracks from Solo: A Star Wars Story, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and...
2022-12-1657 min
Strong SongsYear Four, In ReviewKirk takes a look back some of his many musical memories from Strong Songs, Year Four.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"Blood and Thunder" by Mastodon from Leviathan, 2004"Gotta Get You Into My Life" by Paul McCartney/Lennon-McCartney, as covered by Earth, Wind & Fire in 1978"Eleanor Rigby" by Paul McCartney/Lennon-McCartney, as covered by Cody Fry in 2021 and Zoot in 1970"Second Story" by Andrew Synowiec from Second Story, 2020Andrew Synowiec on Instagram"Just What I Needed" by Ric Ocasek and The Cars from The Cars, 1978"You Might Think" by Ocasek/The Cars from Heartbeat City, 1984Various compositions by Koji...
2022-11-1849 min
Dumb People TownJillian Bell & Natalie Morales - Put Together A PillowThis week Jillian Bell & Natalie Morale comes to town to hang with Daniel, Jason and Randy. The first story is about a real life fuck festival. The second story tells the story behind one of the best head stones ever. The final story is about the worst song ever.
2022-11-081h 02
Strong SongsPink Floyd: The Dark Side of the MoonFor the 100th episode of Strong Songs, Kirk takes a deep dive into one of the most famous concept albums ever recorded. Pink Floyd's "The Dark Side of the Moon" is an instantly recognizable, widely discussed album, played and replayed to the point that it's easy to forget that it was made by a handful of young people with some instruments and a mixing desk. So buckle in for a whirlwind tour of the entire record, with pauses along the way to highlight some of the sounds, styles, and techniques that made The Dark Side of the M...
2022-11-041h 00
Strong Songs"The Biggest Ball of Twine in Minnesota" by "Weird Al" YankovicIt's time for a Strong Songs road trip, as Kirk unravels one of "Weird Al" Yankovic's most understated, grandiose songs. So come along, for a journey through long-form story songs, sea shanty refrains, synth feelings, and an unexpectedly grand finale. We'll stay until the security guards throw us out.Album: UHF: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and Other Stuff, 1989Listen/Buy via SongwhipAlso Featured/Discussed:"Spam," "Money For Nothing/Beverly Hillbillies," "Hot Rocks Polka," "Attack of the Radioactive Hamsters from a Planet Near Mars," and "UHF," all from UHF: OMPSAOS, 1989"Polka Your...
2022-10-2154 min
Happy Hour w/ WestonHappy Hour #5 W/ Jeff Janasch, Natalie Andrews & Shaune CorbettThanks for watching!
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2022-10-071h 01
Strong SongsSinging Drummers & Jazz FluteIt's time to answer more of your musical questions, with topics including singing drummers, Elvis Costello harmonies, how to find a music teacher, unusual odd-meter counting, similar-sounding songs, and Anchorman's jazz flute scene.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:“Heart Don’t Stand a Chance” by Anderson .Paak from Malibu, 2016“You & I” by Jamison Ross from Jamo, 2022"Take The TIme" by Josh Dion Band from Live!, 2006"Sunshine, I Can Fly" by Roul Midón live in NYC, 2013“Seventeen” by Lake Street Dive from Bad Self Portraits, 2014“Veronica” by Elvis Costello and Paul McCartney from Spike, 1989The Flute Scene From Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Bu...
2022-10-0759 min
Strong SongsStrong Grooves, Vol. 1 (feat. Russ Kleiner)Drummers like Clyde Stubblefield, Zigaboo Modeliste, and Bernard Purdie defined the sound of the bands they played with not because of their flashy chops, but because they knew how to lock down a groove. On this episode, Kirk goes deep into one groove apiece by each of those drummers - Stubblefield on James Brown's "Cold Sweat," Modeliste on The Meters' "Cissy Strut," and Purdie on Aretha Franklin's "Rock Steady" - with help from special guest drummer Russ Kleiner.FEATURED/DISCUSSEDCold Sweat by James Brown and the Famous Flames, 1967"Cissy Strut" by The Meters from The...
2022-09-2359 min
Strong Songs"Jesus, Etc." by WilcoFew lyricists have Jeff Tweedy's ability to fluidly shift between plainspoken emotion and abstract imagery. The Wilco frontman has been writing beautiful, beguiling songs for more than three decades, and there is no way to pin down what any of them "means." There's only what they mean to you, right then, in the moment, as you listen to them. That's certainly true of "Jesus, Etc." one of many standout tracks off of Wilco's groundbreaking 2001 album Yankee Hotel Foxtrot. On this episode, Kirk explores some of the writing and arrangement techniques that help make this song, and all o...
2022-09-0953 min
Strong SongsLofi Beats & The Circle of FifthsKirk answers a crop of new listener questions on topics ranging from Steve Perry's vocal technique, Art Garfunkel's guitarmonies, the Carolina Crown's viral brass section warmup, Ram Jam's chaotic riffs, and how to explain complex music theory concepts to non-musicians.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:“Elbow Grease” by Scott Pemberton from Timber Rock, 2015“A Song for You” by Leon Russell from Leon Russell, 1970"Scissors Cut" by Art Garfunkel from Scissors Cut, 1981“Carolina Crown’s Hornline Drops the Hammer in Houston”“Goodbye Yelow Brick Road” by Elton John and Bernie Taupin from Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, 1973"Morning Moon" by Kanisan ft. Wishes and Drea...
2022-08-2655 min
Strong Songs"Help Me" by Joni MitchellThere are few singer-songwriters as inimitable as Joni Mitchell, with her swirling song forms, leaping melodies, and that magical voice, untethered by the laws of gravity. On this episode, Kirk takes a deep dive into Joni's 1974 song "Help Me," a hummingbird of a tune hovering between commitment and flight, tumbling and falling past love and toward freedom.Written by: Joni MItchellAlbum: Court and Spark, 1974Listen/Buy via JoniMitchell.comAlso featured:“Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell from Ladies of the Canyon, 1970“A Case of You” and "California” by Joni from...
2022-08-1255 min
Strange CountryNatalie WoodThe mystery surrounding Natalie Wood's death continues to captivate 40 years after the fact. The answer to the question, why was Natalie Wood in the Pacific Ocean on a late, cold drizzly night, has never been sufficiently answered. Theories abound though, and Strange Country co-hosts Beth and Kelly discuss these theories while performing possibly the best Christopher Walken impression in history. Theme music: Big White Lie by A Cast of Thousands Cite your sources: Jorge Xavier Camacho, opinion contributor. (2022, June 18). Expected reversal of Miranda requires states to step up on policing. The Hill. Retrieved J...
2022-07-071h 04
InstaMommasFathers are Essential in the Family: An interview with the First Dad on the Podcast! S4 Ep.4We are so excited to have a dad on the podcast! This week Natalie interviews a father on his role in the family and his views on parenting teens in what some consider troubling times. He bravely shares his beliefs and gives hope and encouragement to families.
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2022-06-1754 min
Strong Songs"Silent All These Years" by Tori AmosTori Amos was one of the most distinctive songwriters of the 90s, and remains a powerful musical voice decades later. "Silent All These Years," one of many strong singles off of her 1992 solo debut, is a perfect encapsulation of so many of the things that make her music special.On this episode, Kirk takes a close look at this delicate, tenuously balanced song, from its floating opening piano line, to its expansive, time-warping bridge, to its hopeful conclusion. It's our turn now to stand where she stands; here, take hold of her hand.Written by...
2022-06-1751 min
Strong SongsThree to Tango, with Alex Krebs and Andrew OliverTango is more than just dance, and more than just music - it's a whole artistic genre. For some people, it's a way of life. One such person is Alex Krebs, a Portland-based tango instructor, Bandoneon player, and bandleader who has dedicated the past couple decades to spreading a love of tango around the world.On this episode, Alex and pianist Andrew Oliver take Kirk (and all of you) on a journey into the wide, enchanting world of tango.FEATURED/DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE:Alex's Portland Tango Studio, Tango BerretinSelections from Stumptandas by the...
2022-06-0357 min
Strong SongsStrong Solos, Vol. 1There's nothing like a good instrumental solo—that moment when a lone player stands in the spotlight and takes the helm, leading the band in an uncharted direction. On the first edition of Strong Solos, Kirk takes apart a few of his favorite solos, which a special focus on players who use motivic development, also known as theme and variations.SOLOS FEATURED:Eric Shenkman on "Two Princes" by Spin Doctors from Pocket Full of Kryptonite, 1991Sonny Rollins on "St. Thomas" from Saxophone Colossus, 1956Joe Morello on "Take Five" by Paul Desmond/The Dave Brubeck Quartet from Ti...
2022-05-2053 min
Strong Songs"Wichita Lineman" by Jimmy Webb & Glen CampbellI hear you singin' in the wire... I can hear you through the whine... and the Strong Songs podcast is talking about one of the best songs of all time.On this episode, Kirk takes on Jimmy Webb & Glen Campbell's ethereal workin' song "Wichita Lineman," an ode to the profound poetry within all of us. It's a song without a chorus or a bridge that still feels complete, thanks largely to the way it subtly climbs from the street, to the wire, and up into the heavens. Written by: Jimmy WebbProduced by: A...
2022-05-0653 min
Strong SongsRobot Composers & Horror MusicEver wonder what makes some music sound scarier than other music? Same.Kirk answers listener questions about music in horror movies, Tune-Yards horn arrangements, funky drum sounds in Biggie and Paul Simon tunes, randomly generated music, and why musicians are their own worst critics. He also revisits the intro to Guns 'n Roses' "Welcome To The Jungle," and shares some listener emails about being a left-handed musician.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:“Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns ’n Roses from Appetite for Destruction, 1987“Redneck” by Lamb of God from Sacrament, 2006Melissa Cross demonstrating different types of screaming...
2022-04-2256 min
Strong SongsThe Music of The Legend of ZeldaFew video game series have a musical tradition as rich as The Legend of Zelda.From Zelda's Lullabye to Epona's Song to the Great Fairy Fountain and Dragon Roost Island, Kirk unravels some of his favorite Zelda music and explores how Nintendo's composers keep weaving them back together into beautiful new patterns.Written by: Main themes by Koji Kondo, with additional compositions by Kenta Nagata (Wind Waker), Manaka Kataoka, Yasuaki Iwata, and Hajime Wakai (Breath of the Wild)Featuring music from: The Legend of Zelda (1986), A Link to the Past (1991), Ocarina of Time (1998...
2022-04-0854 min
Strong SongsMario Kart & That 'Musical' SoundKirk answers questions about Guns 'n Roses, Mario Kart 64, phasers, and what makes a song sound like it's from a musical.DISCUSSED/REFERENCED ON THIS EPISODE:"Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns n’ Roses from Appetite for Destruction, 1987"Results Theme" from Mario Kart 64 by Kenta NagataA video kirk made in 2014 about the dynamic music of Mount Wario: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8TBS75U1p8“Dig” by Incubus from Light Grenades, 2006“Waiting On A Miracle” feat Stephanie Beatriz, “What Else Can I Do?" feat Diane Guerrero, and "We Don't Talk About Bruno” by Lin-Manuel Miranda from Enc...
2022-03-2556 min
Strong Songs"Just What I Needed" by The CarsIt's not the perfume that you wear... it's not the ribbons in your hair.... I guess it's just the perfect blend of synths and electric guitars that you bring to every song.Yes, it's time for Strong Songs to tackle The Cars, and their 1978 pop-rock classic "Just What I Needed." But while that song encapsulates everything that made the brilliant Boston five-piece great, Kirk decided to use his Walkman to occasionally fast-forward to compare and contrast with a second Cars classic from 1984.Written by: Ric OcasekAlbums: The Cars, 1978 and Heartbeat City, 1984
2022-03-1152 minStrong SongsStory of a Session Guitarist, with Andrew SynowiecYou might not know Andrew Synowiec's name, but chances are you've heard his guitar playing. Heck, chances are you heard his guitar playing this week.Synowiec makes his living as an LA session guitarist, with a list of credits as long as the California coastline. Among those credits: you can hear him on the score for pretty much every recent Disney film (Frozen, CoCo, Zootopia), as well superhero flicks like Logan and Spider-Man: Far From Home, TV shows like The Simpsons and The Good Place, as well as on records with recording artists like The Who, HAIM...
2022-02-2553 min
Strong SongsStrong Covers, Vol. 2Three different artists! Three different covers! Of songs by one beloved band!On the second edition of "Strong Covers," we're digging into covers of three Beatles classics: Earth, Wind & Fire's maximalist remake of "Gotta Get You Into My Life," Ray Charles' saucy reimagining of "Eleanor Rigby," and Bobby McFerrin's delicate recitation of "Blackbird." Come for the English-accented rhyme schemes, stay for the impeccable voice leading.Covered (lol) on this episode:"Gotta Get You Into My Life" by Paul McCartney/Lennon-McCartney, as covered by Earth, Wind & Fire in 1978"Eleanor Rigby" by Paul McCartney/Lennon-McCartney, as c...
2022-02-1155 min
Strong SongsFunky Drummers, Cheap Guitars & StingWhat do George Michael, Nicki Minaj, Ed Sheeran, and the Powerpuff Girls have in common?The answer, as you'll learn on this episode, is a funk drumming legend named Clyde Stubblefield. We'll also talk about flipped drum beats, Sting's taste for syncopation, the differences between cheap and expensive musical instruments, how to tell a bridge from a prechorus, the power of a four-note motif, the unexpected places you can find songwriting inspiration, and Muse's subtle hat-tip to a George Michael classic.FEATURED ON THIS EPISODE:“Darling” by Real Estate from In Mind, 2017"Ghost Story" by S...
2022-01-2850 min
Strong Songs"Blood and Thunder" by MastodonWhite! Whale! Holy! Grail!Strong Songs kicks off year four by getting H-E-A-V-Y, with an analysis of Mastodon's "Blood and Thunder." Pass straight past the Mellow Meadows, through the Forests and the Foothills of Rock, and see if you can reach the summit of Hard Mountain. The view from up there is amazing.Written by: MastodonAlbum: Leviathan, 2004Listen/Buy on all platforms via SongwhipOUTRO SOLOIST: Kirk HamiltonKirk is the host of Strong Songs, and he's been having a lot of fun with the guitar...
2022-01-1442 min
Good Shepherd Episcopal ChurchChrist the King Sunday: "You're Not the Boss of Me," by the Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recorded on November 21, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Matt Ryan and Michael Glewwe
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-11-2218 min
Strong SongsYear Three, In ReviewKirk takes a look back at the many musical memories of Strong Songs Year Three.Year Three is over, and it's time to revisit the songs analyzed, the questions answered, and the interviewees interviewed. SCHEDULING NOTE: The show will be off for December, and will return for Year Four in January 2022. 2022! Feels weird to type that out.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:"Space Oddity" by David Bowie from David Bowie, 1969"Starman" by David Bowie from The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders From Mars, 1972"HIde and Seek" by Imogen Heap fr...
2021-11-1746 minStrong SongsSinging Like A Star, with Eric VetroWhat do Ariana Grande, Shawn Mendes, John Legend, and Katy Perry have in common? They all study with Eric Vetro, one of the most in-demand vocal coaches in the world.On this bonus episode, Kirk sits down with Vetro to talk about his fascinating job, how to build good habits for a strong voice, and the art and discipline (and diet!) of professional singing.CHECK OUT ERIC'S PODCAST!Eric has a fantastic new podcast called Backstage Pass with Eric Vetro, where he sits down with his superstar students to talk about their lives...
2021-11-1055 min
Good Shepherd Episcopal ChurchAll Saints Sunday: "The Stewardship of the Lives of the Saints," by the Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recorded on All Saints Sunday, November 7, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Brandon Fuson and Luke Ryan
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-11-0714 min
Strong SongsTalking Heads: Stop Making SenseWhat is this, a film podcast?? It's time for something a little different, as Kirk puts down his record player and climbs onstage for Jonathan Demme and Talking Heads' classic 1984 concert film Stop Making Sense. It's a tour through the first hour of the film, from "Heaven" to "Burning Down the House" to "Once in a Lifetime," with some quick stops along the way.Songs by: Talking Heads (David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz, and Jerry Harrison)Featuring: Steve Scales (Percussion), Lynn Mabry and Ednah Holt (Vocals), Alex Weir (Guitar/Vocals), and Bernie W...
2021-11-0359 min
Feminine Frequency Podcast180. Creating a Success Mindset + Using Law of Attraction to Manifest Your Desires w/Melissa KirkIn this episode we talked about:
(5:44) Melissa's journey, looking for purpose and finding an empowering mindset
(13:26) Being rewarded by the universe, manifesting and letting go of the patterns from your past
(21:15) the way to start the journey to be the best version of you
(29:36) All about manifestation
(38:19) Human design, astrology and, creating a path for your dreams
(39:20) Where to find Melissa?
"No one's responsible for your happiness but you"
"You can change your reality. You really have the power to do it."
Connect with Amy:
Download your FREE Guided Morning Ritual: https://amynatalieco.com/morningritual/
Join The Empowered Feminine FB G...
2021-11-0141 minGood Shepherd Episcopal Church"The Humility of Bartimaeus," by the Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recorded on October 24, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Allen Mowers and Luke Ryan.
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-10-2416 min
Strong Songs"Love Will Never Do (Without You)" by Janet JacksonThey said it couldn't last, so we had to prove them wrong... by making an episode of Strong Songs all about Janet Jackson, Jimmy Jam, and Terry Lewis.It's time to go back to the late 80s, when New Jack Swing was all the rage and a budding superstar named Janet sat down with a pair of Minneapolis producers named Jimmy and Terry to produce some of the most groundbreaking pop music of the decade. This episode takes a look at "Love Will Never Do (Without You)," one of the most complex of their collaborations, and a t...
2021-10-0655 minGood Shepherd Episcopal ChurchStewardship: "No Growth, No Fruit," by the Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recorded on October 3, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Allen Mowers
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-10-0318 min
Strong Songs"September" by Earth, Wind & FireBa de ya! Say that you remember! Ba de ya! Dancing in September! Ba de yah! Musical analysiiiis!It's finally time for Strong Songs to take on one of the strongest bands of all, the great Earth, Wind & Fire. In honor of September 21, Kirk does a deep dive on EWF's timeless tribute to the end of summertime - those layered grooves, those funky bass parts, and those glossy, effortless vocals.Written by: Maurice White, Al McKay & Alee WillisProduced by: Maurice WhiteAlbum: The Best of Earth, Wind & Fire Vol. 1, 1978
2021-09-2155 minGood Shepherd Episcopal ChurchStewardship: "The Imprint of a Turtle," by the Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recording was taken on September 12, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Allen Mowers
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-09-1218 min
Strong SongsClave, Chorus & "Careless Whisper"Well, look at that - it's a mailbag episode! Kirk answers your questions on Bo Diddley, Minecraft, The Supremes, chorus guitar, XTC, Parquet Courts, and the mystery of the "Careless Whisper" sax solo.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“Wake Up” by XTC from The Big Express, 1984“Waterfall” and “Don’t Stop” by The Stone Roses from The Stone Roses, 1989“The Mind Electric” by Miracle Musical from Hawaii: Part II, 201“Minecraft” by C418, 2009The Minecraft episode of Twenty Thousand Hertz: https://www.20k.org/episodes/minecraft“Briony” by Dario Marianelli from Atonement, 2007“The Mayor” by Kirk Hamilton from The Exited Door, 2009“Bo Diddley” by Bo D...
2021-09-081h 01Good Shepherd Episcopal ChurchOn the Collects: "Pay Attention to What You Pray For," by The Rev'd Natalie Van KirkSermon preached by Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk. Recording was taken on August 29, 2021.
Written and Proclaimed: Mthr. Natalie Van Kirk
Recorded: Allen Mowers
Edited: Ashley Mowers
Interested in hearing our sermons in real-time? Check us out at www.goodshepherdbrentwood.org, or attend online during our 10:15 AM Sunday livestream on YouTube. You can also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Questions? Comments? Maybe you'd like to meet with one of our clergy? Email us at office@goodshepherdbrentwood.org. We'd love to meet you!
2021-08-2919 min
Strong Songs"Fingertips" by They Might Be GiantsKirk picks apart not one, not two, but twenty one micro-songs by the great They Might Be Giants.What's that blue thing doing here? Who's knocking on the wall? And for that matter, who's that standing out the window? It's time to answer those questions and many more, as Kirk delves into The Might Be Giants' singular collection of mini-songs, "Fingertips." It's a stylistic smorgasbord of sound, with everything from jazz to rock to lounge to... honestly, genre doesn't exist and "Fingertips" proves it. Each tiny song shines for its brief moment of life, and then lives...
2021-08-2559 min
Strong Songs"Scenes from an Italian Restaurant" by Billy JoelA bottle of red... a bottle of white... whatever kind of mood you're in, we're talking Billy Joel tonight!Pull up a table and join Kirk for a long look into one of Joel's most enduring songs, the seven-and-a-half minute, five course musical meal that is "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant." The centerpiece on Joel's breakthrough 1977 album The Stranger, Italian Restaurant has got it all: schmaltzy sax, hard rock rhythms, love, heartbreak, and a pair of harmonized clarinets. Written by: Billy JoelProduced by: Phil RamoneAlbum: The Stranger (1977)L...
2021-08-1156 min
The Better Life Project™BEST OF: Dealing with Anger as a Wife & Mom with Natalie HixsonWhile we're taking a short summer break, we hope you'll enjoy revisiting some of our most popular past episodes of the show! In this episode I’m joined by my amazing friend and certified professional life coach Natalie Hixson, to have an honest and transparent conversation about how to deal with anger as a wife and mom. As women who have both struggled big time in this area we wanted to address it head on for the sake of hopefully being an encouragement to any of you who are walking through your own struggles with an...
2021-08-041h 04
Strong SongsThe Music All Around Us, with Imogen HeapOn this episode, Kirk sits down for a conversation with composer, singer, and music technologist Imogen Heap.The two talk about the creative process, live performance in the pandemic age, the shifting relationship between artist and audience, the process of developing new music technology, several of Heap's ambitious musical projects, and of course, her song "Hide and Seek," which was the subject of an episode of Strong Songs earlier this year.REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:Imogen Heap's App, home of the "Heapsters": https://imogenheap.app/The Mi.Mu Gloves: https://mimugloves.com/“Promo” by Tim Exile live...
2021-07-141h 18Strong SongsStrong Covers, Vol. 1It's time for Strong Songs to talk about some Strong Covers! On this episode, Kirk tackles four famous covers, comparing each with the original while trying to suss out what makes a great cover in the first place. COVERED (HEYO):"Respect" by Otis Redding, as covered by Aretha Franklin in 1967"Satisfaction" by Jagger/Richards, as covered by Devo on Q: Are We Not Men? A: We Are Devo!, 1978"Mad World" by Roland Orzabal/Tears for Fears, as covered by Michael Andrews and Gary Jules for Donnie Darko, 2001"Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen, as covered by Jeff Buckley on...
2021-06-301h 00
Strong SongsSka Horns & Madonna MelodiesMailbag time! We've got listener questions about Madonna earworms, National piano parts, Breath of the Wild music, online vocal teachers, the French horn, The Lemon Twigs, and much more. REFERENCED/DISCUSSED:“Mira, Royal Detective Theme” by Matthew Tishler and Jeannie Luriem 2020“Open Your Heart” by Madonna from True Blue, 1986“Fake Empire” by The National from Boxer, 2007“Wind Waker Theme” by Koji Kondo from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, 2002“The Legend of Zelda Theme” by Koji Kondo from The Legend of Zelda, 1986Ambient audio from Breath of the Wild, soundtrack by Yasuaki Iwata, Hajime Wakai, Manaka KataokaSteve Park per...
2021-06-1655 min
Strong Songs"You've Got a Friend" by Carole KingWinter, spring, summer, or fall... all you have to do is call, and Strong Songs will be there with an in-depth analysis of one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century.This episode takes a deep dive into Carole King's ever enduring, much-covered tribute to friendship, "You've Got a Friend." What starts in Laurel Canyon in the early 70s spread outward to the world, thanks to King's revolutionary 1971 album Tapestry. 50 years later, those songs are still with us, and "You've Got a Friend" remains one of the most meaningful tributes to simple, platonic love.
2021-06-0259 min
K CornerEpisode Fifteen - MLB, NHL, AND NBA updates - followed by spider man into the spiderverseNatalie is finally a guest. Support her, she did wonderful. It was a ton of fun. Thanks for listening.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2020-07-0355 min
Top Advisor MarketingEpisode 243 – How to Make Your Advisor Website Accessible –– With Natalie HadleyMaking your advisor website accessible doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. And advisors who don’t make their website accessible will miss out on a $21 billion market.
In this episode, Matt speaks with Natalie Hadley, the vice president of Outlook Business Solutions. Natalie unpacks actions you can take to make your website accessible to people with disabilities.
In this episode, you will learn:
How to make your website compatible with adaptive technology
How to tell if your website is accessible
What you can do to improve accessibility on your website
Ideas on how to ad...
2020-06-3025 min
Grey Matters NowEpisode 25: Healing Trauma Through Surf Therapy and Waves of Love With Natalie Small LMFT and Leanne TibiatowskiNatalie Small is a LMFT and the founder and CEO of a unique surf therapy program called Groundswell Community Project. Groundswell Community Project is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers surf therapy for self-identifying women overcoming various forms of trauma and it’s effects. With their home roots in San Diego, California and branches that extend across the globe, they are a transformational community of surfsisters who provide intersectional, brave, and safe spaces for all self-identifying women to find their unique healing, community, and power in the waves of Mother Ocean. Groundswell’s surf therapy curr...
2020-06-111h 32
A Talk in the AtticKRIS TENHARMSEL PT. 2The second and final episode of the two-part Kris TenHarmsel saga. At the end of PT. 1, Kris's spiritually intuitive wife, Natalie, warned Kris to be careful at their marijuana grow warehouse. Today's episode picks up less than two weeks later, when said premonition became reality. And when reality itself shifted into a new dimension, a new era. And from the ashes of chaos arises a magical love story. Get ready to cry.A Talk in the Attic Official WebsiteJoe Jenneman on SpotifyMichigan Podcasting Network on FacebookSupport the show
2020-04-171h 03