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EmbellishPodPatrick Spencer of The Natural Cork CouncilWelcome to another episode of EmbellishPod! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of cork with Patrick Spencer, the Executive Director of the Natural Cork Council. 🌳✨
Patrick shares his journey from a sustainability coordinator at a large winery in Oregon to leading an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the use of natural cork. We explore the environmental benefits of cork, its role in the wine and spirits industry, and the cultural significance it holds in Portugal.
We discuss the environmental benefits of cork, including its role in CO2 absorption and forest conse...
2025-07-3058 min
BLINDSPOTSWHAT ARE YOU DOING: JuneTeenth, Tyler Perry's Lawsuit, and Travis Vs Pusha T?In this episode, Bobby and Patrick discuss the significance of Juneteenth and the importance of taking time off for personal well-being. They reflect on the value of celebrating holidays and special occasions, sharing personal anecdotes about birthdays and family connections. The conversation shifts to the impact of travel and the joys of fatherhood, as well as upcoming family gatherings. The discussion takes a turn towards the controversy surrounding Tyler Perry and the complexities of navigating relationships in the public eye. They also delve into the dynamics of Pusha T and Travis Scott's music, exploring the influence of celebrity culture...
2025-06-201h 46BLINDSPOTSImpact: George Floyd 5 Years Later, Trump's America, and Streamer UniversityIn this episode, Bobby and Patrick discuss a range of topics from summer nostalgia and health practices to community experiences and reflections on Memorial Day. They explore the importance of stretching and pain management, the significance of honoring ancestors, and the fluidity of sexuality in male friendships. The conversation highlights cultural events like Jazz Fest and the complexities of identity and attraction, emphasizing the need for open dialogue and understanding. In this conversation, Bobby Bron zand Patrick Hughes explore a variety of themes including relationships, the evolution of streaming and its impact on culture, generational perspectives on entertainment, and...
2025-06-021h 41BLINDSPOTSFriendly Fades:WNBA Rivalries, Joey BadA$$ Vs The WestCoast, Policitians Vs EverybodySummaryIn this episode, Bobby Bron and Patrick Hughes discuss various topics ranging from Florida's warm weather and hurricane preparedness to the culinary delights of 7th Avenue. They delve into meal prepping strategies, the significance of Memorial Day, and the rising popularity of the WNBA. The conversation also touches on social media's impact on sports narratives, Tory Lanez's legal troubles, and Nike's price increases. The hosts emphasize the importance of diversity in sports and reflect on the cultural shifts shaping the future of athletics. In this conversation, Patrick Hughes and BobbyBronz explore a variety...
2025-05-281h 34BLINDSPOTSCongratulations! You Survived Trump's First 100 Days in Office!SummaryIn this episode, Bobby and Patrick discuss the cultural significance of Black cinema, the impact of celebrity endorsements on box office success, and the evolution of movie stars. They also reflect on the current state of the NBA playoffs and the recent NFL draft, highlighting surprises and controversies surrounding player selections. In this conversation, BobbyBronz and Patrick Hughes delve into various topics ranging from NFL roster dynamics and the importance of character in sports, to political visits and the complexities of political commentary. They discuss the Shannon Sharpe controversy, the nature of masculinity...
2025-05-021h 25BLINDSPOTSNinety NineIn this episode, Bobby and Patrick discuss various topics ranging from fitness journeys, the importance of recovery and stretching, to family activities and cultural commentary on current events. They delve into the significance of maintaining physical activity for longevity, share book recommendations, and reflect on injuries in sports, particularly in women's basketball. The conversation also touches on insights from the NBA and player performances, highlighting the evolving nature of the game. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the rising expectations for NBA teams, particularly in the competitive Western Conference. They touch on the health and wellness of players, the...
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One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesPeter Drew, Composer of LifeOn this episode of One Symphony, Devin Patrick Hughes sat down with Peter Drew, a symphonist and jazz composer, to discuss his diverse life journey and his debut symphony, Reminiscence. Drew, born in Europe and later a refugee in the United States, recounted his early musical awakenings. He was first intrigued by the sound of the harmonica his stepbrother gave him. However, his musical trajectory truly shifted when, around the age of eleven, he heard Toscanini conducting Beethoven's Ninth Symphony on the radio. This experience deeply resonated with him, particularly the Ode to Joy, which became the first tune...
2025-03-2429 minBLINDSPOTSACKNOWLEDGE GREATNESS: Lebron 50K, Is The NBA Broken? and JCole's "Clouds"In this episode, Bobby Bronz and Patrick Hughes engage in a lively discussion that spans various topics, including personal updates, fashion trends, sneaker culture, political commentary, and reflections on music and legacy. They share insights on community self-sufficiency, the evolution of hip-hop, and the impact of cultural icons. The conversation is both humorous and thought-provoking, offering listeners a blend of entertainment and critical reflection on contemporary issues. In this engaging conversation, Patrick Hughes and BOBBYBRONZ delve into the intricacies of hip-hop artistry, the dynamics of competition in the NBA, and the legacy of superstars like LeBron James. They explore...
2025-03-071h 45One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesTobias Picker, Voice of American OperaTobias Picker, deemed “our finest composer for the lyric stage” by The Wall Street Journal, joins Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. Tobias is a prolific composer in all genres. He has composed six operas, commissioned by Dallas Opera, LA Opera, Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Opera, Santa Fe Opera, and Opera Theatre St. Louis.
Tobias Picker has composed numerous symphonic works including three symphonies, concertos for violin, viola, cello, and oboe, as well as four piano concertos and a ballet. Picker’s recent honors include the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording of Fantastic Mr. Fox, and a life...
2024-08-2545 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesClayton Stephenson, Pianist and Renaissance ManAmerican pianist Clayton Stephenson joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes for an engaging and informative interview on One Symphony. Clayton’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for “extraordinary narrative and poetc gifts” and interpretations that are “fresh, incisive and characterfully alive” by Gramophone, he is committed to making an impact on the world through his music-making.
Clayton and Devin discuss Clayton’s upbringing, his first keyboard and piano courtesy of Lang Lang, his thoughts on performing music new and old, being a young musician, st...
2024-08-0832 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesQuynh Nguyen, Pianist of the WorldIn this episode of One Symphony, conductor Devin Patrick Hughes interviews internationally renowned pianist Quynh Nguyen (pronounced Quin Nwen), exploring her remarkable journey in music. Born in post-war Vietnam, Nguyen's path has been shaped by her family legacy, global influences, and dedication to her craft. From her early beginnings at the Hanoi Conservatory to her studies in Moscow, Paris, and the United States, Nguyen's story exemplifies perseverance and the power of music to transcend boundaries. The interview examines Nguyen's direct connections with French composer Olivier Messiaen and studying with his wife Yvonne Loriod, her respect for Germaine Tailleferre's resilience...
2024-06-0432 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesDementia Friendly Concerts with Ralph PatrickIn this episode of One Symphony, host Devin Patrick Hughes sits down with Ralph Patrick, a former pastor and Alzheimer's Association collaborator, to explore the profound impact of music on individuals living with dementia. Patrick shares his personal experiences and insights, discussing how live musical performances can engage, stimulate, and connect with those affected by this challenging disease. Discover the steps musical organizations can take to create dementia-friendly programs and learn about the cognitive benefits of music for individuals with dementia. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on the transformative power of music and its ability to reach the deeper...
2024-04-1531 minBLINDSPOTSCIVIL WAR! JCole's Apology, NCAA Championships, and DEIBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their opinion on the rap civil war, J.Cole's Kendrick diss and apology, Dawn Stalley's huge NCAA win, Caitlyn Clark and Angel Reese declare for the WNBA and more Black celebs leading the charge on anti-DEI push.
2024-04-121h 54BLINDSPOTSGRACE & EMPATHY: COWBOY CARTER, TRANS VISIBILITY DAY, AND THE NEPTUNES LEGAL BATTLE.Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the outrage around Trans Visibility Day, the need for Grace and Empathy in the black community, the ongoing legal dispute between Chad Hugo and Pharrell, and Cowboy Carter!
2024-04-061h 24BLINDSPOTS3 Rapper Problem featuring IAMHMTWNBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the DEI bogeyman, freaknik, and are joined by BeatsnChill's Hometown (@iamhmtwn) Kendrick's "Like That" verse.
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The Sterling Family Law ShowThe Alchemy of Legal Triumphs with Attorney Patrick Slaughter - #45Send us a textAttorney Patrick Slaughter is an attorney coach with substantial "Street Cred."He has built a very successful law firm and sold it. Now, he helps other lawyers do the same thing.His story is non-traditional to say the least.  Patrick was a magician for 20 years before attending law school. Once out of law school, he hustled, networked, and worked incredibly hard to build his firm from the ground up.He succeeded wildly.If you want inspiration or firm growth ideas--or both, listen to his...
2024-04-0554 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesBrittany J. Green: Composer of New FrontiersIn this episode of One Symphony, host Devin Patrick Hughes welcomes rising star composer, performer, and educator Brittany Green to discuss her boundary-pushing work and perspective on the future of classical music in the 21st century.
Green, who started out in music education before pivoting to composition in her 20s, brings a multifaceted approach to her practice. Through projects like the Young Composers Project, she blends her interests in composing and teaching, working with K-5 students to collaboratively create music using tools like Max MSP. During the pandemic shutdowns, Green delved further into live electronics and narration...
2024-04-0138 minBLINDSPOTSLegislating Morality: Porn Bans, Beyonce's Flag Talk, and Quiet On SetBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the Texas Porn Ban, the backlash around Beyonce's "Cowboy Carter" album artwork, and the Nickelodeon Quiet On Set documentary.
2024-03-261h 29One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesDan Visconti, Engaging New Symphonic AudiencesComposer Dan Visconti joins host Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony to discuss his innovative approaches to engaging new audiences with classical music. In this in-depth interview, Visconti shares valuable lessons from his wide-ranging collaborations, including projects with incarcerated youth, refugees, and interactive opera productions. He delves into his concept of "civic practice," which involves directly engaging communities in the artistic process to address social issues. Visconti also provides insight into his own boundary-pushing compositions, such as "Low Country Haze" and "Living Language," and the intricacies of cross-genre collaboration. Throughout the conversation, Visconti's deep commitment to expanding the reach...
2024-03-1849 minBLINDSPOTSState of Dis Union: The Oscars, Boeing's Scandal, and President BidenBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Cord Jefferson's Oscar Speech backlash, The State of The Union Address, and Boeing's recent accidents and scandal.
2024-03-161h 27BLINDSPOTSITS OUR ANNIVERSARY! Plus Interview w Restorative Justice CoalitionBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Katt Williams x Joe Rogan, Reesa Teesa, and DUNE Part Two. The pair Angel D'angelo of Restorative Justice Coalition(@rjcoalition) about criminal justice and politics in Florida..
2024-03-081h 56One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesHenry Fogel, Shepherding American OrchestrasOn this episode of One Symphony, conductor Devin Patrick Hughes interviews Henry Fogel, a prominent figure in the orchestral music field. Fogel discusses his early life in music, his exciting journey in radio, and his passion for making symphonic music more accessible. They also delve into Fogel's contribution to orchestras as a director and a manager. From his beginnings in a home where Broadway musicals were the high end of musical taste, to his rise as a key figure in the world of orchestral music, Fogel’s insights on board members and anecdotes about conductors provide a unique window in...
2024-03-0451 minBLINDSPOTSFluid(s): The Diddy Problem, Mea Culpa, and DemocratsBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpathughes) share their point of view on the most recent Diddy suit, more baddie behavior from Drake, AI Videos, and The Democrats messaging.
2024-03-021h 34BLINDSPOTS50 PIECEBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpathughes) share their point of view on All-star weekend, Donald Trump's appearance at SneakerCon, and Beyonce's release CeCred.
2024-02-241h 33One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesTchaikovsky Revealed with John SuchetIn an in-depth interview, Devin Patrick Hughes speaks with former ITN journalist, ClassicFM host, and biographer John Suchet discusses his transition from journalism to classical music as a career because of his connection to Tchaikovsky's music. He shares his initial love for Tchaikovsky's melodies, developing an understanding of music through learning jazz trombone, and his eventual passion for writing about classical music composers. John touches upon Tchaikovsky's struggle with his identity and homosexuality, and how it influenced his symphonic works. Additionally, he considers the debate about Tchaikovsky's dubious death and the bizarre relationship that Tchaikovsky had with Nadezhda von...
2024-02-1947 minBLINDSPOTSGO AHEAD AND FREE YOURSELFBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpathughes) share their point of view on The NFL and the need boycott entities that don't have our best interest in mind, The Super Bowl Parade Shooting, and Israel/Palestine updates.
2024-02-171h 44BLINDSPOTSThe Land of Mess and HoneyBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Mo'Nique's Club Shay Shay interview and The Grammy's.
2024-02-101h 38One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesEric Booth: Teaching Artist and the Art of ConnectionIn this insightful discussion, Devin Patrick Hughes is joined by Eric Booth, a lifelong teaching artist, elaborates on his experiences with teaching artistry and its importance in bridging the gap between classical music and broader audiences. Booth shares his perspective on what constitutes a teaching artist, emphasizing that their role extends beyond teaching a specific art form to activating the creative abilities in others. He also discusses the concept of “entry points,” which allows non-experts to make personally-relevant connections to musical pieces. Booth further explores the notion of open rehearsals, creating room for audience engagement, question-asking and building up appr...
2024-02-0537 minBLINDSPOTSWhat's Beef?Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the beef between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, share their current view of the world, and double standards in dating.
2024-02-021h 32BLINDSPOTSI JUST LOVE YOU!Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and PATRICK HUGHES (@notpatrickhughes) share updates about their lives and share their point of view on The NFL playoffs, the political landscape and award season.
2024-01-271h 41One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesChen Yi: Composer Harmonizing Cultures through MusicCelebrated composer Chen Yi shares her life's journey with host Devin Patrick Hughes. Chen Yi touches upon her roots in China, how classical music came into her life due to her music-loving parents, and the experience of living through the Cultural Revolution. She credits her upbringing and early life experiences for shaping her perspective towards education, community service, and music. Chen Yi moved to Beijing after the Cultural Revolution to study music and was one of 32 selected from 20,000 applicants to study at the Beijing Central Conservatory. She talks about the various musical styles she learned and how they inspired...
2024-01-2257 minBLINDSPOTSTHIS EPISODE IS COMPATIBLE WITH SHOPPINGBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Yasiin Bey's (FKA MOS DEF) comments on Drake, MLK Day, and Angela Rye's Chris Cuomo interaction.
2024-01-191h 34BLINDSPOTSPOLE POSITIONBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of views on the reaction to Katt Williams bombshell interview, Jonathan Majors' latest comments, and the viral Pole Dancing Class.
2024-01-121h 31One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesRachel Barton Pine, Violin Virtuoso Bridging BoundariesConductor Devin Patrick Hughes is joined by the remarkable violin virtuoso Rachel Barton Pine on One Symphony. Dive into Rachel's intriguing blend of genres from her early beginnings with the violin and her Chicago Symphony debut, to her exploration of heavy metal and traditional fiddling styles. Rachel shares how experience with modern composers enhances her interpretation of historical pieces, and dishes about her exhilarating experience with premiering Earl Maneein's Dependent Arising. The talk also includes a deep dive into her latest album featuring Shostakovich's first violin concerto and the origin of her iconic Del GesĂą violin. The interview concludes w...
2024-01-0846 minBLINDSPOTSThe Price of FailureBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) are back to share their point of views on the Epstein List, Jason Whitlock's browser history, and the resignation of Dr.Claudine Gay.
2024-01-051h 30BLINDSPOTSKANG KONG CONSCIOUSNESSBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the Jonathan Majors verdict, 45's disqualification in Colorado, and more!
2023-12-221h 30BLINDSPOTSGO TO BED!Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their perspective on Kanye's not so triumphant return, Jonathan Majors trial updates, and more..
2023-12-181h 36BLINDSPOTSFLU GAMES 12.07.23Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on current events.
Recorded 12/07/2023
2023-12-151h 28BLINDSPOTSBIG BOOTSTRAP ENERGYBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpathughes) share their point of view on the reaction to Josh Giddey's accusations, white women saving us from capitalism, and other hot topics this week.
2023-12-011h 29BLINDSPOTSTHE SACRED NOTHINGBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the Cassie/Diddy settlement, clapping back at your exes, and some Thanksgiving Tips!
2023-11-221h 24BLINDSPOTSCuck Conversion TherapyBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their points of view on Draymond Green's most recent WWE try out, more Darius and Keke, and Diddy's allegations. FUN TIMES!
2023-11-171h 29BLINDSPOTSWITH GREAT POWER COMES GREAT RESPONSIBILTYBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on this weeks carry over topics.. An artist responsively to their community, body counts, and some house speaker updates.
2023-11-111h 17BLINDSPOTSWAKANDA FOREVER? FOREVER EVER?Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Keith Lee's Atlanta Tour, Atlanta in general, Wifey Fans?, accountability, and some updates from Palestine.
2023-11-031h 38BLINDSPOTSIf Lists Were FishesBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpathughes) share their point of view on first dates, Dwight Howard's scandal and some news.
2023-10-271h 13BLINDSPOTSWhat Is It Good For?Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the new Will and Jada revelations, Wacka Flocka's support of Donald Trump, and the Israel and Hamas conflict.
2023-10-211h 26BLINDSPOTSThe Ballad of Demons & Dogs with Jon BoydThis week Bobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) are joined by comedian, Jon Boyd (@jonnietsunami) to discuss Drake's latest album, "For All The Dogs", Doja Cat's lean in to racism and disdain for her fans, and aging..
2023-10-131h 45BLINDSPOTSSEXYY RED STATEBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Theo Von and the hoods appreciation for 45, Jay-Z's $4800 scandal, and more.
2023-10-061h 45BLINDSPOTSThe Tricks of The TradeBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the state of the NBA after
the blockbuster 3 team trade dealing Damian Lillard to the Bucks, Tremaine Emorys interview with Toure, and the second RNC debate.
2023-09-291h 40BLINDSPOTSFOR THE DOGSBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their points of view on the best way to beat inflation, Tyler Perry's advice to women, and "the dogs".
2023-09-221h 31BLINDSPOTSThe Price of Tea In ChinaBobby Bronz and Patrick Hughes discuss the reaction to "brickgate", some NBA talk, and Joe Biden's looming impeachment.
2023-09-151h 18BLINDSPOTSA Brick and A Hard PlaceBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Tremaine Emory's exit from Supreme, Coach Prime, and the death of the Montgomery energy.
2023-09-081h 27BLINDSPOTSHE WIT USBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Trash food, Keke Palmer's seeming reunion with her Baby's Father, Donald Trumps mugshot and The Jacksonville Mass Shooting.
2023-09-011h 23BLINDSPOTSThe Right Side Of ThingsBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on the republican debate, trumps indictments, and some NBA razzle dazzle.
2023-08-251h 26BLINDSPOTSA Lasting PeaceBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Usher and Keke Palmers latest collaboration, The Blindside controversy, and the Donald trump phenomenon in the amongst black men.
2023-08-181h 18BLINDSPOTSDie With The LieBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on Tory Lanez sentencing, the Alabama River Brawl, and our first ever lightening round! Tune in and leave a review!
2023-08-111h 30BLINDSPOTSHurt People, Hurt PeopleBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) discuss Travis Scott's latest album "UTOPIA", Drake's MELTDOWN verse, and Lizzo's paradoxical lawsuit.
2023-08-051h 31BLINDSPOTSBlackspiracy Theories featuring HMTWNBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz), Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes), and special guest HMTWN (@IAMHMTWN) share their point of view on the state of Hip-Hop on its 50th year, They Cloned Tyrone, and the apparent presence of extraterrestrials.
2023-07-291h 24BLINDSPOTSReverse Echo ChamberBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of views on Drake's lack of commentary on black issues, Travis Scott trying to return the slab, and the push to get black men to vote against their interests.
2023-07-211h 10BLINDSPOTSThe Young and The BoundarylessBobby Bronz (@bobbybronz) and Patrick Hughes (@notpatrickhughes) share their point of view on rappers and conservatives alike rewriting history in their favor, Jonah Hill's boundaries, and the NBA Sumer League!
2023-07-141h 31BLINDSPOTSIt's The Outfit ThoBobby Bronz and Patrick Hughes share their view on Keke Palmers baby daddy drama and give out some tips for how to make sure your house runs smooth... whole lotta rah rah.
2023-07-081h 10BLINDSPOTSNOW THATS WHAT I CALL GROWTHRecorded on 6-28-2023
Bobby Bronz and Patrick Hughes share their point of views on the Jim Jones, Pusha T beef, Marriage, and the Recent Supreme Court Rulings
2023-07-041h 19BLINDSPOTSEPISODE 14: ITS NOT REALBobby Bronz and Patrick Hughes reflect on turning 30, "maturity", and the lack of a Hip Hop #1 on the charts this year.
2023-06-251h 13One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesJeffrey Nytch: Creating a Renaissance MusicianJeffrey Nytch joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. Jeffrey has built a diverse career as a composer, educator, performer, and thought leader in arts entrepreneurship. His music has been performed at major venues throughout the U.S. and Europe, including Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, MoMA, and many others.
His international reputation as an arts entrepreneurship educator includes numerous awards, including the Excellence in Specialty Entrepreneurship Award from the U.S. Assn. of Small Business & Entrepreneurship and the Sharon Alpi Award for Innovative Pedagogy from the Society for Arts Entrepreneurship Education. His groundbreaking book, The Entrepreneurial...
2023-06-2347 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesEldbjørg Hemsing & Nature’s ViolinNorwegian violinist Eldbjørg Hemsing, who joins Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony, seeks to introduce classical music to new audiences all over the world. She has recorded three award-winning albums, premièred several highly acclaimed new compositions and appears in the world’s most celebrated concert halls, including Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, and the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing. She has performed with orchestras around the world including the Oslo Philharmonic, the Vienna Symphony, the Zurich Chamber Orchestra, the Shanghai and Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestras and many more. She has appeared as Norway’s cultur...
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At the Podium with Patrick HueySusan Chapman-Hughes: Be Provocative. Your Difference is Your Power.Send us a textYour Difference is Your PowerSusan Chapman-Hughes is a powerhouse of a woman, mother, and businessperson. She has sat in the top executive level of companies like American Express and Citigroup and on major corporate boards across the country. And like the action Shirley Chisholm took on her rise to power in the Democratic party to become the first woman and black person to run for a major party’s presidential nomination, Susan didn’t wait for the invitation to the table. She pulled up her fold...
2023-02-0750 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesPeter Boyer: Carrying the Torch of American MusicPETER BOYER is one of the most frequently performed American orchestral composers of his generation, joins Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. He’s conducted and been commissioned by ensembles around the world including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Kennedy Center for the National Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Pops, Cincinnati Pops, and “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band, along with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Pittsburgh Symphony, Houston Symphony, Dallas Symphony, Nashville Symphony, and Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.
Boyer’s Grammy-nominated work Ellis Island: The Dream of America, has become one...
2023-01-3153 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesMichael Torke, Master of Musical ColorAmerican composer Michael Torke joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. Michael Torke's music has been hailed as "some of the most optimistic, joyful and thoroughly uplifting music to appear in recent years" by Gramophone, and the composer has been commissioned by such orchestras as The Philadelphia Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the San Francisco Symphony; and by ballet and opera companies around the world including the Met and the English National Opera.
He has been commissioned by Disney and Absolute Vodka, has written incidental music for The Old Globe Theater, and has been composer i...
2023-01-2340 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesVitaliy Katsenelson, Soul in the GameVitaliy Katsenelson joins Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. He was born in Murmansk, USSR, and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1991. Vitaliy became CEO of Investment Management Associates in 2012 and has written two books on investing and for publications including Financial Times, Barron’s, Institutional Investor and Foreign Policy. Vitaliy’s articles can also be found at ContrarianEdge.com and on the Intellectual Investor Podcast.
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Soul in the Game is a book of inspiring stories and hard-won lessons on how to live a meaningful life. Drawing from the lives of classical compos...
2023-01-0957 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesCracking Tchaikovsky’s NutsGo behind the scenes with conductor Devin Patrick Hughes as we take a historical, musical, and cultural tour through one of the greatest works of art of the 19th century, the Nutcracker!
Who did Tchaikovsky collaborate with?
What were some of his inspirations to write the Nutcracker?
Did Tchaikovsky enjoy writing the Nutcracker?
How did he work with the choreographer?
Along with keeping most ballet companies alive by selling out houses for over a century, Tchaikovsky’s music and its ability to bring a story to life will forever ig...
2022-12-2431 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesClassic Holiday Film MusicThe holidays are a great time to catch up on all our favorite movies, and many of these films wouldn’t enjoy the popularity they do without their amazing soundtracks! Today on One Symphony, we want to share with you some of our Holiday Film Score favorites! Join conductor Devin Patrick Hughes as he explores some classical films scores including Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas from Meet Me in St. Louis, Gremlins by Jerry Goldsmith, Home Alone by John Williams, and Danny Elfman's Nightmare Before Christmas. Along the way we explore how these mammoth scores were influences by co...
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OnScriptPatrick Schreiner - Political GospelEpisode: How can the way of the kingdom be the way of the dove? How can the way of subversion come through submission? How can the way of the lion be the way of the slaughtered lamb? Drawing from his new book, Political Gospel, biblical scholar Patrick Schreiner helps Christians rethink their political framework and practices. Co-hosted by Matthew Bates.
The Book: Patrick Schreiner, Political Gospel: Public Witness in a Politically Crazy World (B&H: Nashville, 2022). Christians are constantly being accused of being too political or not political enough. Often, the accusations are fair. Christians tend to...
2022-11-091h 04OnScriptPatrick Schreiner - Political GospelEpisode: How can the way of the kingdom be the way of the dove? How can the way of subversion come through submission? How can the way of the lion be the way of the slaughtered lamb? Drawing from his new book, Political Gospel, biblical scholar Patrick Schreiner helps Christians rethink their political framework and practices. Co-hosted by Matthew Bates.
The Book: Patrick Schreiner, Political Gospel: Public Witness in a Politically Crazy World (B&H: Nashville, 2022). Christians are constantly being accused of being too political or not political enough. Often, the accusations are fair. Christians tend to...
2022-11-091h 04One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesJeff Beal Composer & Musical DramatistComposer Jeff Beal, a musician with a genre-defying dramatic fluidity joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. His film scores have received critical acclaim, while he remains active and relevant in the concert, theater, and dance worlds. Jeff’s evocative score and theme for House of Cards received four Emmy Award nominations, and recently won for outstanding score, bringing Beal’s Emmy tally to fifteen nominations and four statues. Other lauded series and film scores include HBO’s Carnivale, Rome, and the documentaries Blackfish and Queen of Versailles and the dramas Pollock and Appaloosa. Â
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2022-10-1056 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesJason Vieaux, Maestro of the GuitarDevin Patrick Hughes is joined by Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux is described by NPR as “the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation” and by HuffPost as “revitalizing the classical guitar.”
As a soloist and chamber musician for festivals like San Francisco Performances, Ravinia, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, Seoul Arts Center, Shanghai Concert Hall, and featured soloist with the orchestras of Cleveland, Toronto, Houston, Nashville, and more, Jason is considered one of the world’s leading classical guitarists.Â
Jason just released “Bach Volume 2: Works for Violin” on Azica Records to critical acclaim and “Shining Night” with violinist Anne A...
2022-09-2249 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesMichael Mizrahi and the Music of NowDevin Patrick Hughes sits down with pianist and new music pioneer Michael Mizrahi. Praised as "intrepid" (Philadelphia Inquirer), "engaging" (Houston Chronicle), and "endlessly fascinating" (WQXR New York), pianist Michael Mizrahi has won acclaim for his compelling performances of a wide-ranging repertoire and his ability to connect with audiences of all ages. He’s appeared as concerto soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, and teaching artist across the United States and abroad.
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Michael Mizrahi has performed in the world’s leading concert halls including Carnegie Hall, the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, and h...
2022-06-1332 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesSean Friar, Composing on the FrontierConductor Devin Patrick Hughes is joined by composer Sean Friar. Friar grew up in Los Angeles, and has been described by Slate Magazine as having a sensibility that is "refreshingly new and solidly mature… and instead takes joy in the process of discovery and in the continual experience of suspense and surprise that good classical music has always championed." A winner of the Rome Prize, Friar composes for ensembles of all stripes from orchestra and chamber ensembles to a junk car percussion concerto, a laptop orchestra, and a microtonal piano duo. He’s been commissioned by ensembles the world over...
2022-05-0440 min
Demise of the PodcastEpisode 121 - Langston Hughes and Ralph EllisonPatrick reads Langston Hughes's "Cowards from the Colleges," and Ralph Ellison's "Change the Joke and Slip the Yoke." Yes, he says it incorrectly multiple times.
2022-05-011h 00One Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesTõnu Kõrvits Composer of LightDevin Patrick Hughes interviews Tõnu Kõrvits, an Estonian composer who’s music has been performed the world over. Â
His works belong to the repertoire of the most important Estonian orchestras, choirs, and artists, and have been performed globally by groups such as the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, Britten Sinfonia, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Swedish Radio Choir, The Sixteen Choir, Southern Chorale, and many more.Â
As a talented and prolific creator, he has garnered numerous recognitions from Estonian state and cultural institutions. Â
Tõnu’s recording "Moorland Elegies" was given the Estoni...
2022-04-1436 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesLaura Tunbridge Pieces Together Beethoven’s LifeAuthor and scholar Laura Tunbridge and conductor Devin Patrick Hughes discuss the historical Beethoven in rehearsals, as the entrepreneur, the conductor, the early adopter of technologies, the family man, his controversial metronome markings, and the authenticity behind historically informed performance practice. Tunbridge is a Professor of Music at the University of Oxford, UK and the author of books about Robert Schumann, art-song, and Beethoven: A Life in Nine Pieces, and is currently working on a book about string quartets.Â
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The book is Laura Tunbridge’s Beethoven: A Life in Nine Pieces, published by Yale University Press...
2022-03-2947 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesRobin Fountain, Conductor and Ensemble MusicianDevin Patrick Hughes sits down with Conductor Robin Fountain, who is the Professor of Conducting at Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music. He’s worked with orchestras around the world including the Singapore Symphony, the Louisiana Philharmonic, L’Orchestre Philharmonique Sainte Trinité (Haiti), Traverse City Symphony, and the Southwest Michigan Symphony where he transformed the orchestra’s performance level, repertoire, and scope, creating a summer series, a Chorus, and Music Makers, a teaching program for underserved students.
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Robin was educated at Oxford, the Royal College of Music in London, Carnegie Mellon University, was an Aspen Cond...
2022-03-2234 min
Planet Patrick with Patrick HughesSt Patrick's Day Podcast on Planet Patrick!It's St Patrick's Day (or Week, depending on how you calculate it)! Â Â To celebrate, I took a notion to release a wee podcast and here it is! I hope you enjoy and here is the link for Valia's JustGiving page for Ukraine that I discuss... Â Â https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/valia-mcdonagh?utm_term=6w6P55rBA
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2022-03-1726 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesCarpe Diem String Quartet, Beyond the ClassicsCharles Wetherbee and Korine Fujiwara of Carpe Diem String Quartet chat with conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. The Carpe Diem String Quartet is a boundary-breaking ensemble who’s mission is to forge a new identity for chamber music by championing living composers, undertaking daring projects with other art forms, and promoting the healing power of music. They’ve earned widespread acclaim for their performances of standard repertoire, new music, genre-bending collaborations, and community engagement.Â
Carpe Diem defies classification with programming and collaborations that encompass and blend new and old, including classical, Romani, tango, folk, pop, rock...
2022-03-0345 min
Planet Patrick with Patrick HughesPodcast - from #Riverdance to #BeachLife: Kerry Houston, dress designer and #TurksandCaicos guruWhen I was in Calgary, I thought it the perfect time to get under the hood of post-Riverdance life in the latest of the "Where on Earth" series of podcasts on Planet Patrick. You might have already met Kerry in some recent trip reports - enjoy her insights and light-hearted energy.
2022-02-1628 min
Planet Patrick with Patrick HughesNo Resolutions & Riverdance Revisited | Planet Patrick Podcast #006Patrick catches a breath at the start of 2022 in between home and life planning, getting work done and the upcoming travel vlog series, Riverdance Revisited. Â Why would resolutions be a bad thing? Plus all your comments and more!Â
2022-01-0630 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesClassical Holiday Film Scores with Devin Patrick HughesThe holidays are a great time to catch up on all our favorite movies, and many of these films wouldn’t enjoy the popularity they do without their amazing soundtracks! Today on One Symphony, I wanted to share with you some of my Holiday Film Score favorites! I’d like to thank our new sponsors including Kevin, Kim, Dana, Dennis, and Sound Espressivo Online Global Music Competition for their support to make One Symphony possible. Join conductor Devin Patrick Hughes as he explores some classical films scores including Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas from Meet Me in St. Louis...
2022-01-0430 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesMatthew Detrick & Apollo’s MuseConductor Devin Patrick Hughes interviews Matthew Detrick, who is a violinist and entrepreneurial leader in the professional arts world, and founded and serves as executive and artistic director of the Apollo Chamber Players, which is an internationally-acclaimed chamber music ensemble serving millions around the world in the realm of creative, programmatic performance, and through commissions of multicultural new music.Â
Apollo Chamber Players includes Matthew J. Detrick, violin, Founder, Artistic & Executive Director, Anabel Ramirez Detrick, violin and Content and Outreach Manager, Whitney Bullock, viola and Education Coordinator, and Matthew Dudzik, cello and Chief Financial Officer.
In addit...
2021-11-1941 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesTracy Silverman, electric violinist and classical music Rock-StarTracy Silverman, electric violin virtuoso and pioneer, and conductor Devin Patrick Hughes speak about “The Agony of Modern Music,” the history of how many strings came to be on the violin, Tracy’s debut with the Chicago Symphony, his stint as a musical Olympian, how to not achieve perfection, playing like Ray Charles, Jascha Heifetz, and Jimi Hendrix. He also discusses his collaborations with Terry Riley, John Adams and his Electric Violin Concerti, and his album Between the Kiss and the Chaos.
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Described as “the greatest living exponent of the electric violin” by the BBC, pioneering...
2021-10-2858 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesHolly Mulcahy, Violinist and Classical Music CatalystHolly Mulcahy, violinist and thought leader in classical music speaks with conductor Devin Patrick Hughes. They discuss what classical music can learn from the wine industry, programming for modern audiences, playing for prisoners, pandemic revelations, and tools to create classical music accessibility, including when to clap, and bringing kids to the symphony. Also featured on the show is Holly’s performance of George Clinton’s Rose of Sonora!Â
Holly Mulcahy is an in-demand American violin soloist, concertmaster of the Wichita Symphony and Chattanooga Symphony and Opera, a thought leader in the symphonic music field and non-profit world, and...
2021-09-2448 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesSiwoo Kim Violin Virtuoso & EntrepreneurSiwoo Kim, violinist and Devin Patrick Hughes, conductor speak about the violin virtuoso’s early life, his mindset instilled from his mother, Siwoo’s approach to phrasing, singing, and repertoire, as well as VIVO Music Festival, composers that excite us, and the music that make’s us cry. Other topics include teachers and collaborating with composers and musicians.
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Violinist SIWOO KIM has been described as “incisive” and “compelling” by The New York Times and playing with “stylistic sensitivity and generous tonal nuance” by the Chicago Tribune.
Siwoo performs as soloist and chamber musician, and as a multifacet...
2021-09-1446 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesFire and Light with composer Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ TateComposer Jerod Tate and conductor Devin Patrick Hughes discuss Chickasaw musical culture, Jerod’s influences and how composers are plugged into ethnicity and national identity, along with growing up with Stravinsky, Bartok, Barber, and Liszt. They also chat about Jerod’s compositional process for some of his most performed works, American Indian hymns and much more.Â
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Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate is a classical composer, citizen of the Chickasaw Nation in Oklahoma and is dedicated to the development of American Indian classical composition. He has recently worked as Guest Artist for the San Francisco Symphony Currents program Thunder Song: American Indian Musical Cultures an...
2021-09-071h 03
Planet Patrick with Patrick HughesCanada PlanadaIn today's podcast, Patrick reflects on his recent European Roadtrip, plans for Canada later this month, as well as the new Irish Passport Card, Entry Requirements and the topic of Dirty Cash!
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2021-09-0714 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesAnna Clyne Composer, The Sound of BeautyComposer Anna Clyne joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony. They discuss Anna’s influences like Stravinsky, Steve Reich, and Arvo Part, composing based on poetry from Rumi to Shakespeare, along with silence in music, symphonic programming, repurposing material from others or yourself, and a way for a composer to be in the room with an orchestra from anywhere in the world!
Anna Clyne is a GRAMMY-nominated composer of acoustic and electro-acoustic music.Â
Described as a “composer of uncommon gifts and unusual methods” by the New York Times and as “fearless” by NPR, Clyne is one of the most acclai...
2021-08-2552 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesComposer Jack Frerer’s Musical WitComposer Jack Frerer joins conductor Devin Patrick Hughes on One Symphony today. They speak about the secret sauce to writing great music, conducting and composing teachers, comedy in music, how rock guitar and music theory make a great classical composer, and much more!
The music of Australian composer Jack Frerer has been performed around the world, including the Arapahoe Philharmonic, Nashville Symphony, and Albany Symphony.
Although still a young composer at the age of 26, Jack has received numerous awards, including a Charles Ives Scholarship from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, a Morton Gould Co...
2021-07-301h 18
Planet Patrick with Patrick Hughes003 Ronda, Spain and the Two Sleeps TheoryJoin Patrick as he talks about the Two Sleeps Theory just when he can't sleep in a Catalonia hotel in Ronda, Spain. Â This is the idea that humans used to have two separate sleeps every night. Â Why did we lose that?Â
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2021-07-1606 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesIt’s Legendary: Rapper Lightskin LegendConductor Devin Patrick Hughes interviews rapper Lightskin Legend on One Symphony today. Change is a mission statement for the charismatic 21 year-old Lightskin Legend, whose high aspirations to change the genre of hip hop and create social movement around the world drive his creative inspiration. A graduate of Rhodes College and master’s student at the University of San Diego but originally from Colorado, Grayson Walker is the grandson of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer George Walker and son of renowned concert violinist Gregory T.S. Walker, who is also with us today.Â
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Lightskin Legend has become a cult favorite with hits like “My Shot”, “...
2021-07-0930 min
Relate w/ Patrick McAndrewEscaping the Digital Life with Hector Hughes: Episode 156In episode 156 of Relate, we are joined by Hector Hughes. Hector is the Co-founder of Unplugged. We chat about how we are in a constant state of overstimulation in the digital world, and how we must strive to simplify, "strip back the noise," and how happiness comes from taking things away. Hector also walks us through the design of his cabins and his process for locking guests' phones away when they come to stay at one of their cabins.You can learn more about Hector and Unplugged by visiting https://unplugged.rest/Hector Hughes is...
2021-05-1229 minOne Symphony with Devin Patrick HughesThe Artist & the Composer, a conversation with Will Day and Jonathan BinghamDevin speaks about contemporary and historical interactions between music and the art world, featuring two creative entrepreneurs that are paving the way in their respective fields, Contemporary visual artist Will Day, and composer Jonathan Bingham. Jonathan discusses his formative inspirations, including the music of John Williams. Will Day's wife, Aimee, barely survived the 9/11 attacks in tower two and this profoundly affected him as he became an architect and then visual artist.  Their stories will inspire you to find the artist within, discard your fears, follow your passion, and find your life purpose.Â
The podcast episode’s conception revol...
2020-12-0749 min
Big Seance: My Paranormal WorldBind Trump Spell and Magic for the Resistance with Michael M. Hughes After the 2016 Presidential Election in the US, Michael M. Hughes created a spell to bind Donald Trump. Witches and magic practitioners jumped on board, the mass media took notice, and it went viral internationally. Michael has a new book, "Magic for the Resistance: Rituals and Spells for Change." Visit BigSeance.com/141 for more info. Other Android OptionsListen in Spotify Listen in Stitcher Listen in iHeart Radio Direct Download Link  In this episode: A heads up and an explanation of what’s coming in this episode :00
2019-05-011h 32
Planet Patrick with Patrick Hughes001 Where on Earth: Living through Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Sallyann's Story in Sydney, AustraliaIn this episode, Patrick joins international business leader Sallyann Thomas at her home in Erina, New South Wales, Australia to discuss how moving to Australia opened up the possibility of major body transformation – a choice she considered carefully and which has changed her life.Â
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2019-03-1837 min
The Detroit Dadcast#3. Raising four kids, Aaron Rodgers, and Day Care for $25/week (with Jim Hughes)For Episode 3 I sat down with my dad/next door neighbor to deconstruct his approach to fatherhood. I like this man so much I named my second son after him. Â My essential question: Â What were you intentional about when raising kids? He tends to default to the "I don't know what I did; l it was all luck" response, but I was determined to press him. Specifically, my dad talks about some of the routines and rituals he and my mom employed as well as their core values. Â You'll notice that although in context these aren't earth-shattering, they're damned har...
2019-01-1835 min