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The Me Inc. PodcastHolistic Self Mastery with Obi Chuku: Commit to your WHY!Most people don’t fall short because they lack discipline.They fall short because they have never seen themselves clearly enough to change.In this episode of the Me Inc Podcast, wellness and life coach Obi Chuku shares one of the clearest examples of intentional reinvention. His journey from Nigeria to becoming a respected voice in wellness is compelling not because of the steps he took, but because of the clarity guiding each one.Obi’s experience reflects a core Me Inc. belief:✨ Human potential expands when identity, purpose, and performance finally align.
2025-11-231h 04
Franklyn Monk's DronecastFacts DeconstructedShaped noise for studying, meditating, or chilling.
Facts Deconstructed by Franklyn Monk
FACTSTo Stand AloneIs To RiskThe Quiet WeightOf Unseen HandsBut In ShadowsWe Gather FireA Spark SharedIs A Line DrawnAcross Every SilenceAnd The ChorusRises TogetherUnbreakable
An update to the 2022 release. Louder audio, better video. I’ve broken it down into individual tracks for release to streaming services.
2025-01-1141 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastFluidic Spacea new-agey ambient outing it’s been a mindfucked emotional rollercoaster and has taken many years, and much therapy, to figure out who I am.
Fluidic Space by Franklyn Monk
2024-12-1416 min
Recovery Diaries In DepthFrom Suicidal to Thriving with Tree Franklyn | RDID Ep. 102Discover the transformative journey of Tree Franklyn, a best-selling author and founder of the Empathic Awakening Academy, as she candidly recounts her battle with mental health and the inspiration behind her poignant letter, "Mom, I Want to Kill Myself." Tree's story is one of resilience and humor, often finding solace in nature despite her amusing struggle with allergies. Together, we challenge the harmful "suck it up" mentality and reflect on how societal attitudes can impact personal well-being.Tree opens up about the silent shadows that shaped her upbringing, with her father's PTSD from the Vietnam War and...
2024-10-1350 min
Create ShiftMaking money as a creative with Ray DoddHello!It’s another interview episode of the Create Shift podcast. This time with a coach I’ve been working with since 2020, the wonderful Ray Dodd. In this episode we talk all things money making and creativity. We also manage to discuss Lin Manuel Miranda (why not?!), the spreadsheet olympics (because apparently that’s a real thing) and Ray wins the prize for first use of the phrase ‘raw dogging’ on the podcast. Get your notebook out, there’s plenty of juicy stuff in this conversation! Topics covered:* Ray’s approach to money goals...
2024-08-1554 min
The Legacy Podcast'Funny Business' feat. Jaquay 'Dasquay' AdderleyFamed Bahamian comedian and actor Dasquay sits down with Franklyn and Loretta to discuss the journey of making a sustainable career in the field of entertainment in The Bahamas. For years creatives have had to maintain 'day jobs' despite their commitment to their passion. Dasquay chronicles his incredible journey from church plays to world stages and the lessons he's learned on turning entertainment into business.
2024-07-251h 13
Create ShiftProcrastination and creative workWelcome to another episode of Create Shift. In today’s solo episode I’m diving into the topic of procrastination. Is it a helpful part of the creative processes, a block to be battled through and overcome or perhaps neither of those? If you feel like procrastination is something you’ve come up against many times, this episode will offer you a fresh perspective on it and some tools for how to move through it. Links, references, resources* My Alchemy single session coaching package is now on Summer sale! More than 50% off. All the info is her...
2024-07-1818 minThe Legacy PodcastNavigating Family Business from Outside the FamilyFranklyn and Loretta sit down with Ethan Moss, owner and CEO of JMEL Enterprises who got his start in entrepreneurship within the Butler Family Business, Milo Butler and Sons. He talks about participating in family business from outside the family and the lessons and difficulties that come with it.
2024-04-231h 14The Legacy PodcastRisks and Rewards of Entrepreneurship Featuring Tim Smith.Season 2 of the Legacy Podcast starts on a high note! Today's conversation is an insightful look at the highs and lows of pursuing a career in the world of real estate. Timothy Smith, a 2 time Emerald Elite in the Better Homes global real estate network celebrates his second consecutive year of distinguishing himself in the top 1% of global sales worldwide. Loretta and Franklyn dive in to the deeper lessons that can be learned from charting a course off the beaten paths and the risks and rewards that come with it.
2024-04-081h 06
Create ShiftDiscover the magic of going with your own flowIt’s another episode of Create Shift! In this episode I am talking about:* My practice of flowing with the energy of nature & resistance felt towards this* The magical things that happen when we start to trust our own intuition and flow (lessons learned from my own experience & my clients’)* Building up evidence that going with your own flow (and against the constant push of society) works and how this supports new beliefsLinks:* My Trauma Sensitive Theatre and Performance Making Course is now available to b...
2024-01-3022 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 71: Musician's Creative Life on the Road with Andrew WakefieldIn this episode of "Gateway to the Smoky Podcast," host Joseph Franklyn McElroy introduces listeners to Andrew Wakefield, a Asheville-based musician known for blending traditional and modern sounds into his music. Andrew shares his global influences, from a childhood in Korea to Southern and Appalachian music. They discuss Andrew's journey through various music genres, his current bluegrass focus, and the importance of live performance energy. The conversation also touches on the challenges of a musician's life, including constant travel and the need for creative space. Andrew highlights Chimney Rock as a must-visit in the Smoky Mountains and recommends Gypsy...
2023-11-0921 min
The Reluctant HamsSelling Sunset Sizzles: $25 Million Commissions and Workplace RomanceJoin Tracey, Gigi, and Franklyn in a sizzling episode as they dive into the glamorous world of Selling Sunset. They ponder the ultimate question: Would you keep selling real estate if you scored a $25 million commission?In the midst of workplace camaraderie on the hit show, they delve into the age-old question – is workplace romance/drama ever appropriate in the cutthroat world of real estate? Don't miss this episode of The Reluctant Hams where the drama on TV unfolds can spill into real life.Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFo...
2023-10-2527 min
Create ShiftA rant on 'feathering your own nest'My podcast Create Shift is back! Expect supportive and inspiring conversations at the intersection of creative and artistic practice, holistic wellbeing and entrepreneurship. I love sending audio notes to my coaching clients in our weekly check in spaces, and I’m always recording my own notes and ideas. So, getting back to the podcast was naturally a good idea. Thanks for reading Creative Embers with Ellen Franklyn-Carr! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.This episode is all about money and the myths and beliefs we hold on...
2023-09-0620 min
Reclaim Your A-GameAre Somatic Tools Just What You Need?We often overlook the effect that trauma can have on our lives. Our physical, mental or emotional health might suffer. The trouble is that we all encounter some form of trauma at some time. That's why it's great to have my guest Bill Hershey joining us to discuss the benefits of using somatic tools to reduce the effects of trauma. This glimpse into the world of somatic experiencing is worth a listen.Bill Hershey is a Profitability and Alignment Coach specializing in helping Naturopathic Doctors and Ayurveda practitioners develop profitable clinic models, decrease burnout and increase impact.
2023-09-0120 minThe Legacy PodcastThe Pindling Legacy Ft. H.E. Dame Marguerite Pindling and Holly SandsOn this episode of the Butler Legacy Podcast, Loretta and Franklyn sit down with Her Excellency Dame Marguerite Pindling, former Governor General and the wife of the late Sir Lynden O. Pindling, the first Bahamian Prime Minister along with her grand-daughter Holly Sands. They discuss the family's journey and impact on The Bahamas as we know it both then and now.
2023-08-081h 24Reclaim Your A-GameLessons You Might Want to Unlearn from the Sports and Fitness WorldHanna Look is a certified performance breathing coach, meditation teacher, and holistic health and nutrition coach. She helps busy, goal-driven humans free their potential through strengthening their physical, mental, and even spiritual health.In this episode, we hear how she took a long hard look (pun intended) at the influence of sports in her life. Sports had helped to foster a push-through mentality that led to adrenal fatigue and hormonal imbalances. Hanna walks us through her journey, as she started taking a more holistic, balanced approach to her health. An important element of her...
2023-08-0121 minThe Reluctant HamsReluctant Hams talk Selling Sunset: Dusty Deals and DramaWelcome to "The Reluctant Hams" – a hilarious podcast where three friends, Franklyn, Gigi and Tracy delve into the glitzy world of real estate reality TV with their latest episode, "Selling Sunset: Dusty Deals and Drama."In this entertaining installment, the Hams leave no stone unturned as they dish out witty banter and candid commentary on the hit show "Selling Sunset." Join them as they navigate through the opulent world of high-end real estate, glamorous properties, and, of course, the sizzling drama that unfolds among the larger-than-life real estate agents.Follow Us on Instagram: ...
2023-07-2726 minThe Legacy PodcastLeadership: Behind the Curtain Ft. Perry G. ChristieFranklyn and Loretta sit down with former Prime Minister of The Bahamas, Rt. Hon. Perry G. Christie as they discuss the highs and lows of his political journey, the unseen struggles and the valuable lessons learned along the way.
2023-07-241h 19
The Me Inc. PodcastEpisode #6 - Managing 'Me Inc.': A Journey of Self-Discovery, Personal Growth, and Transformation with Nigel FranklynWhat if your most significant asset was not your house, car, or bank account, but something far more valuable? Welcome to an enlightening and transformative episode where we pave the way for personal growth and self-mastery. Your host, Nigel Franklyn, takes you on an intriguing journey exploring the principle of 'me ink' and the importance of investing in oneself, from physical well-being to mental resilience and spiritual fortitude. Hear about Nigel's journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and his holistic approach to wellness that will inspire you to rethink your path to self-discovery.Can you recall a time...
2023-07-0852 minThe Legacy PodcastDisrupting the Status QuoIn this episode Loretta and Franklyn count down to The Bahamas 50th Independence with Sean McWeeney, a former Senator, A.G. and lifelong political disruptor. They discuss little known facts about Bahamian history and the principles that make for good politics and a meaningful life.
2023-06-271h 19The Reluctant HamsSurvive the Spring Market & the Hams Answer Your QuestionsIn this episode of "The Reluctant Hams Real Estate Podcast", hosts Franklyn, Gigi & Tracey dive into the challenging world of the Spring Real Estate Market. With an influx of buyers and limited inventory, it can be a tricky time for both buyers and sellers. The Hams share their expert tips and tricks for navigating the market and coming out on top.As always, the Hams answer listener questions with their signature wit and wisdom. From how to make a competitive offer in a hot market to the importance of home inspections, the Hams cover it all.
2023-05-1017 minThe Reluctant HamsDon't Let Silicon Valley Bank Ruin Your Miracle MorningThe Hams discuss the potential affects, if any, of the Silicon Valley Bank failure on the real estate industry. On a serious note, we took time to honor Franklyn's father, Francisco J. Salas aka Cisco Kid, who passed away February 27, 2023.Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2023-03-2229 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 70: Cooking Authentically with Jennifer ColeAbout this Episode:In this podcast episode, I interview Jennifer Cole, a successful chef who has won the competition show “Chopped” and has been cooking professionally for over 25 years. We discuss her career path, including working in Atlanta, New Orleans, Paris, and Spain before returning to her family farm in Haywood County. Cole emphasizes her interest in working with local farmers and using locally sourced ingredients in her cooking. The conversation also touches on topics such as the importance of creativity and understanding recipe rules as a chef, favorite ingredients like olive oil and heirloom beans, and the...
2023-03-1514 minThe Reluctant HamsThe Love Languages of Real Estate Part. 2On Part Two of The Love Languages of Real Estate the Hams discuss: Why its important to know what an 'aubusson' is if you want to sell real estate on Million Dollar Listing;When it's important to use 'words of affirmation' with your clients in order for them to make the right decisions on selling or buying a home;What Franklyn finds to be the most valuable part of the real estate transactionBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may r...
2023-03-0833 minThe Reluctant HamsThe Love Languages of Real Estate Part. 1The Hams discuss a slight turn in the real estate market, is it a good or bad turn? They also have a very raw discussion on what they think their love language is. Find out who hates 'words of affirmation' and who loves 'acts of service'. More importantly, Tracey finally gets a little personal with the group. This episodes reality show check is a breakdown of the latest episode of Million Dollar Listing LAFollow us on Instagram @thereluctanthams Hosts: Franklyn J. Salas @klynsalGigi Luu @giluuTracey Williams Barnett @traceywilliamsbarnett_real...
2023-02-2327 minThe Legacy PodcastEpisode 2: The Self Made ManIn episode 2 of The Legacy Podcast the hosts invite Bahamian entrepreneurs , Sir. Franklyn Wilson and Mr. Carlos Palacious to discuss the concept of The Self Made Man and whether such a thing truly exists while paralleling their unique journeys with that of legendary Bahamian entrepreneur, Sir. Milo Butler.
2023-02-201h 18
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 69: Darren Nicholson - The Intimacy of Bluegrass CultureOur special guest in this episode is Darren Nicholson.Darren Nicholson ended his relationship with Balsam Range and has launched out in new directions with his music.Darren shares all about his new music, what he's been up to, and how the major life-changing events in his life have shaped him into who he is today.------------------------------------------------------------------------------Transcript:00:00: 27--00:00: 55 Joseph Franklyn McElroy: Hi, this is Joseph Franklyn McElroy with the Gateway to the Smokies podcast, talking about the people and culture of the...
2023-02-0830 minThe Reluctant HamsA Happy Hammy New YearThe Hams reconnect after the holidays and dive into new year goals and plans. Gigi shares her experience flying 24 hours halfway around the world with her toddler, Franklyn elaborates on his holistic approach to the new year, and Tracey tells us to THINK BIG when setting goals. Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2023-01-1131 minThe Reluctant HamsThe Reluctant Hams vs The Reluctant BuyersThe Hams address the elephant in the room -- a rapidly changing real estate market. Higher interests have buyer's spooked, but "doom's day" headlines about the market are creating a false narrative. The Hams set the record straight, and Franklyn shares a dirty (but not actually dirty) little secret.Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-11-0226 minThe Reluctant HamsPart 1: Raging Relationships & Real Estate | Birthdays, Burgers & BabiesThe Hams pop champagne celebrating Tracey & Franklyn's birthday, and their first guest, the one and only, Evelyn Miller from Smart Settlements. She gives us the dish on relationships and real estate -- the good, bad and the ugly.Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-09-1445 minThe Reluctant HamsHow to "Kendra Twirl" outta Mexico, and PSA on Real Estate "Scams" and Alternative InvestingFranklyn "Kendra Twirls" out of his vacation in Puerto Vallarta, and throws his left over pesos into Bezo's alternative real estate investment option "Arrived". The Hams dissect HGTV's show, "Unsellable Homes", while Gigi woefully confesses to falling prey to a time share scam.Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-08-3127 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 68: Overcoming Songwriters Block with the Nashville Legend Jim LauderdaleJoseph Franklyn McElroy got a chance to interview our special guest this week, Jim Lauderdale. Jim won two Grammys, released 34 full-length albums, and took home the Americana Music Association’s coveted Wagonmaster Award. But his forthcoming album Game Changer is convincing evidence that the North Carolina native is only continuing to hone his craft.Check out this episode to hear about how he’s been making music, the strategies and techniques that help him stay inspired and focused on his craft, and what advice he’d have for other musicians in their own creative pursuits....
2022-08-0937 minThe Reluctant HamsRaging, Elbow Lube, and Work/Life BalanceThe Hams are so busy bringing home the bacon, life seems to be passing them by. After a cry for help from Tracey & Gigi, Franklyn shares the secret to creating a "simpatico" work/life balance. Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-08-0326 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 63: Kim Ross of the J Creek CloggersKIM ROSS OF THE J CREEK CLOGGERSThis week's episode explores the world of Appalachian dance, and why it is so important to keep the culture alive.The Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is proud to introduce our special guest today, Kim Ross. Kim has roots firmly entrenched in the Southern Appalachians. A native of Snowflake Virginia, not far from the historic Carter Family Fold and the birthplace of country music on the Tennessee- Virginia border, Kim grew up loving old-time music, Appalachian culture, and especially traditional mountain dancing. Today...
2022-06-2949 minReclaim Your A-GameIt's Time to Shine: Set the Caged Tiger Free!The reason you don't feel free to do and say what you've always wanted to is that you're worried about other people's perceptions of you. There it is - the plain and simple reality. Having said that, there's a need for balance because there are consequences for every action you take and every word you utter. Yet there's no denying that the freedom to be at ease as you move through life feels so good. And you honour yourself and stop playing small when your life reflects what you believe and value.In this episode, h...
2022-05-3006 minReclaim Your A-GameChange Your Habits for Good, the Easy WayKicking bad habits usually requires more willpower than we can muster. After all, our willpower is in limited supply. Wellness expert Christine Franklyn has a more practical strategy for changing negative patterns and she walks you through it in this episode. You won't believe how super-simple it can be to make positive changes that transform your business or career, your health and your relationships. It will all make sense when you take note of the action steps that Christine outlines and you try them. This is an episode you'll want to listen to over and over again. Make sure...
2022-05-2310 minThe Reluctant HamsAllow us to Introduce Ourselves | The Reluctant Hams.Home experts Franklyn, Gigi & Tracey give us the DL of the REAL Real Estate of DC - highlighting the state of the housing market, interest rates, and most importantly-- Team Chrishell or Team Christine?Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-05-181h 15The Reluctant HamsThe Reluctant HamsDMV home experts, Franklyn, Tracey & Gigi give us a glimpse into the shady side of the business, sprinkled with some pop culture and real world talk. Follow Us on Instagram: @thereluctanthamsFollow the Hosts on Instagram@klynsal@giluu@traceywilliamsbarnett_realtor@agroundedrealtorFor Sponsorship Opportunities email thereluctanthams@gmail.com
2022-05-1600 minReclaim Your A-GameRunning on Empty? Help is Here!In this trailer, you'll find out what's in store for you on this new podcast and learn more about its high energy, Formula 1-loving host Christine Franklyn. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you receive new episodes as soon as they’re released each week.Grab a free checklist and guide to Double Your Energy & Double Your Results - https://iamhealthywealthy.com/energyNever miss an episode and get exclusive tips, resources and more - https://iamhealthywealthy.com/podcastConnect with Christine on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinefranklyn/...
2022-05-1404 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 48: Creating Memorable Hiking and Outdoor Adventures in the Great Smoky MountainsHiking in the Great Smoky Mountains is a beautiful and iconic way to experience the area, as well as a unique way to connect with nature and find tranquility. Today, our guest will discuss some of his amazing hiking adventures and the social media impact he has had on so many individuals.Creating Memorable Hiking and Outdoor Adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains Our host, Joseph Franklyn McElroy, is joined by our special guest, Johnny Osborne, an acclaimed long-distance hiker, adventurer, and rock climber, and mountain biker, also renowned for his social media skills. With...
2022-03-0252 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 46:Creating Safe Wildlife Passage and Preserving the SmokiesAbout this Episode: We are joined by our special guest, Jeff Hunter, Senior Program Manager with the National Parks ConservationAssociation (NPCA) in Asheville, where he works on a variety of issues pertaining to protecting and improving the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Presently, he is focused heavily on a collaborative project designing and building a wildlife crossing on I-40 in the Pigeon Forge in Haywood County, near the Tennessee state line.In our conversation with Jeff, he discusses the importance of Preserving our Nat...
2022-02-1658 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 45: Original American Music from the Mountains of Western North CarolinaAbout this Episode:We are joined by our special guest, Darren Nicholson, an Award-winning Charter Member of the Legendary Contemporary Bluegrass Group, Balsam Range, and fronts his own Darren Nicholson Band on side projects, while also doing solo gigs and multiple collaborative efforts with other musicians-- including duo concerts with his wife Jennifer.We had him on the show last season and even repeated it once last year due to its popularity, so we invited him again this year, especially since he has a new project that has just been released-“Man on a M...
2022-02-091h 01
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 39: Western North Carolina Heritage CenterIn this episode, our host Joseph Franklyn McElroy interviews Pam Meister, Director of the Mountain Heritage Center at Western Carolina University, she has an impressive resume working with elite museums and historical organizations such as the Atlanta History Center, the Charlotte Museum of History, and the Upcountry History Museum in high-level management positions, as well as a long career at WCU in various leadership roles.Pam is well known for her work with one of the most popular and largest Heritage festivals in the Southeast, Mountain Heritage Day, held annually in late September at WCU.
2021-11-0250 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 38: Blue Ridge National Heritage AreaOur guest in this episode is Brandon Johnson, a native of Lenoir, N.C. now living in Asheville, N.C., where he is the Program Manager for the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, an organization that preserves and promotes the natural and cultural heritage of the North Carolina mountains and foothills.He formerly worked as an English Literature instructor at Mars Hill College and is a graduate of both Mars Hill and Appalachian State University.Brandon is also a skilled musician, luthier, and writer.Joseph Franklyn McElroy sits down with Brandon...
2021-10-2759 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 34: Stories of NatureIn this episode, our host Joseph Franklyn McElroy interviews Don Hendershot, a Naturalist, Freelance Writer, Biological Consultant, and Natural History (primarily birding) Tour Guide. His column, The Naturalist Corner ran for more than 20 years. He was also a regular contributor to Smoky Mountain Living Magazine plus has written for Southeast Discovery (Southeastdiscovery.com), Native American Journal, Our State, and covered the BP Gulf Oil Spill for examiner.com. He just published, with Smoky Mountain News – A Year from the Naturalist’s Corner Volume I, a collection of columns. And he contracts with the USDA Forest Service to do b...
2021-09-1550 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 31: Music on the Fly (fishing) in the Smokies with Charles Humphrey IIIToday's guest of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is Charles Humphrey III, a Grammy Award-winning Songwriter, Producer, and Musician. Currently leading his own group – the Songs from the Road Band – Humphrey was a charter member of the acclaimed Steep Canyon Rangers for 15 years and performed around the world.Aside from being a musician, he is also an expert fly-fishing guide and endurance runner. Joseph and Charles will talk about Music on the Fly (fishing) in the Smokies.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.Se...
2021-08-2549 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 30: Wildcrafting in the SmokiesToday's guest of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is Ila Hatter, a Renowned Naturalist, Storyteller, and Wild Crafter.She has been featured on N.C. Public TV as well as in multiple magazines, books, newspapers, and DVD projects and works regularly conducting programs and seminars for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Joseph and Ila will talk about wildcrafting in the Smokies.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.SHOW NOTES:Segment 1...
2021-08-1749 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 29: Botanical Excursions in the SmokiesToday's guest of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is Adam Bigelow, a well-known environmental and community activist as well as an outstanding musician.Adam runs his own business – Bigelow Botanical Excursions – where he teaches folks about the wonders of the natural world in Appalachia. They will talk about Botanical Excursions in the SmokiesTune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Today’s episode starts off with host Joseph Franklyn McElroy introducing today’s podcast topic: the b...
2021-08-1149 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 28: Historic Tales of Western North CarolinaToday's guest of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is Jim Buchanan, Award-winning Journalist, and Author, now living in Clyde, North Carolina. He has worked for the Asheville Citizen-Times and currently is a journalist for the Sylva Herald in Sylva, N.C. Jim also had a wonderful book published by the History Press earlier this year. We will talk about his book.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by Clicking Here.SHOW NOTES:Segment 1Today’s show starts off wi...
2021-08-0450 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 27: Photographing the SmokiesToday's guest of Gateway to the Smokies Podcast is Wayne Ebinger, an Award-Winning Photographer well known for his photos of local musicians, concerts, artists, and festivals, as well as the natural beauty of the Great Smokies.He was a former professional musician and a veterinarian tech. Currently, he owns and operates a successful photography business in Maggie Valley, N.C.Our host Joseph McElroy wand Wayne and will talk about his career, passion, and photographing the Smokies.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Face...
2021-07-2147 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 25: From Caney Fork to the Ryman — A Visit with Darren NicholsonSpecial Guest: Darren Nicholson, a gifted singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist.He is an Award-winning Charter Member of the legendary Bluegrass and Americana group, Balsam Range, and fronts his own Darren Nicholson Band on side projects, while also doing solo gigs and duo concerts with his wife Jennifer.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Tonight’s episode of Gateway to the Smokies starts off with host Joseph McElroy listing off a few notable upcoming even...
2021-07-0749 min
Wise Content Creates WealthWho Can Create Optimized Content and Why the Answer Could be EveryoneOur guest for Wise Content Creates Wealth Podcast is Michał Suski, he started his SEO career in 2016 as an intern in an agency. A year later, he became a team leader and got promoted to Head of SEO position the following year. In 2017 along with the agency’s CEO and his brother Lucjan - co-founded Surfer, the content intelligence tool for SEO and Content Marketing. He has been evangelizing the product and data-driven optimization approach ever since. Our host Joseph Franklyn McElroy and our guest Michal Suski will talk about who can create optimized content and why the...
2021-06-2549 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 21: Food in the SmokiesIn this episode, Joseph talks about food traditions and modern-day options for food in the Smokies.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Starting off this episode, host Joseph McElroy talks about some of his favorite memories in the mountains and shares a poem. He talks about food traditions in the mountains and iconic foods in regions. Some examples include locations to find barbecue, buttermilk pancakes, and corn chowder.Segment 2Coming back fr...
2021-06-0949 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 12: Food, Fireflies, and Flowers in the Smoky MountainsJoseph Franklyn McElroy talks about events and festivals that celebrate the food that can be foraged, the wildflowers that bloom, and fireflies that light the night as well as other natural wonders of the Smoky Mountains.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Joseph starts off today’s episode by introducing today’s topic, and starting to dive further into the Smokies’ biodiversity. Over 19,000 individual species have been found in the park, with scientis...
2021-04-0747 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 5: Getting Into The Great Smoky Mountains National ParkJoseph Franklyn McElroy discusses the 5 Entrances to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the North Carolina side of the park.We will explore not only the wonderful natural features but the small mountain towns near the entrances.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Joseph introduces the segments of today’s episode, which will discuss the entrances to the smokies. Joseph found out today that his wife and son got thro...
2021-02-1046 min
Gateway to the SmokiesEpisode 1: Scots-Irish Influence on Mountain MusicFormer Simple Minds band member Mike Ogletree talks about finding his Scottish (and African) music traces in the Smoky Mountains and Scots-Irish Cultural traditions.Tune in for this fun conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here.Show NotesSegment 1Joseph Franklyn McElroy’s family has been in the Smokies for over two hundred years. Joseph is interviewing Mike Ogletree, best known for his work in new wave bands such as Fiction Factory and Simple Minds. He currently lives in the Sm...
2021-01-0549 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastLingering PresentTITLE: Lingering Present
DESCR: Longform soundscape
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 79
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: ambient, drone, dronescape, eternal now, longform, monk, soundscape, timelessness, 79, 4:3, 30fps, 1440×1080
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2020-11-141h 11
Franklyn Monk's DronecastLonesome ValleyTITLE: Lonesome Valley
DESCR: Part 3 of Final Breath.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 78
GENRE: Drone, Ambient
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: 78, ambient, drone, dronescape, field-recordings, monk, soundscape, Final Breath
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2020-10-1416 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastDead Man WalkingTITLE: Dead Man Walking
DESCR: Pane 2 of the Final Breath triptych
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 77
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: ambient, apocalyptic, drone, dronescape, experimental, final breath, generated, gritty, monk, noir, part 2, retro, sinister, soundscape, triptych, ufo, 77
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2020-10-0216 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastExecutioner’s SongTITLE: Executioner’s Song
DESCR: The soundtrack of a sinister world. One reviewer described it as “That’s some videodrome wet carnal nightmare. If I had more than a 3 hour old buzz, I don’t think I coulda handled it. There were mirrored images of bodies merging into themselves that are straight out my 7 year old nightmares.”
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 76
GENRE: Soundscape
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: ambient, apocalyptical, drone, dronescape, experimental, gritty, monk, noir, retro, sinister, soundscape, ufo, 76, Reaper, Magic Music Visuals
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2020-09-1516 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastHoneydew AvocadoTITLE: Honeydew Avocado
DESCR: Drones and percussion
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 75
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, soundscape, 75, monk, disruption, punctuated, equilibrium, generated, long
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2020-08-3130 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastBroadly CrappyMy first long form diversion into percussion. There’s some good parts, but overall, it’s Broadly Crappy. I was floundering—mastering while arranging, while composing—by the time I got to the end I didn’t have enough stems to master. I’d’ve’d to drop back several gens and rebuild from there. Just don’t have it in me. I’ll take my lessons to the next project.
TITLE: Broadly CrappyDESCR: Working with percussionARTIST: Franklyn MonkALBUM: DronecastTRACK: 74GENRE: DroneYEAR: 2020PUB: QuasigentsiaTAGS: generated, per...
2020-08-1416 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastIsles of the Blessed
Isles of the Blessed: The Wonders of Our Existence, a mythological space opera.
Drone-music about creation and eternity through sustained generated tones.
TITLE: Isles of the BlessedDESCR: The wonders of our existenceARTIST: Franklyn MonkALBUM: DronecastTRACK: 73GENRE: DroneYEAR: 2020PUB: QuasigentsiaTAGS: creation, drone, dronemusic, dronecast, dronescape, eternity, existence, galactic, generated, mythological, orchestral, sustainedURL: PersistentMIRRORS: Archive Audio | Archive Video | Soundcloud | YouTubeLICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-07-3016 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastCetusTITLE: Cetus
DESCR: Somewhere… deep in the sky, there’s a river that feeds into an ocean. This is where the Cetus roams.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 70
GENRE: Drone, Ambient
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: 70, ambient, cetus, cosmic, drone, monk, whale, whalesong
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-06-1316 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastRange 5TITLE: Range 5DESCR: Five binaural frequency sweeps, interlaced with virtual instruments playing midified transforms of sameARTIST: Franklyn MonkALBUM: DronecastTRACK: 69GENRE: Percussive, Drone, AmbientYEAR: 2020PUB: QuasigentsiaTAGS: experimental, ambient, monk, 69, dronescape, percussive, drone, visualizationURL: PersistentMIRRORS: Archive Audio | Archive Video | SoundCloud | YouTubeLICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-06-0816 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastBlack MagicTITLE: Black MagicDESCR: NoneARTIST: Franklyn MonkALBUM: DronecastTRACK: 68GENRE: Drone, AmbientYEAR: 2020PUB: QuasigentsiaTAGS: spokenword, ambient, video, art, animation, drone, 68, reaper, resolve, magic, magicMusicVisualsURL: PersistentMIRRORS: Archive Audio | Archive Video | SoundCloud | YouTubeLICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-05-2816 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastMere SurvivalTITLE: Mere Survival
DESCR: Grinding through isolation
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 67
GENRE: Drone, Spokenword
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, soundscape, 67, monk, survival, 2020 isolation, spokenword
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-05-1616 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastThunderstorm DoodleTITLE: Thunderstorm Doodle
DESCR: A simulacrum of a thunderstorm. A small project while I gear up emotionally to take on another big one. Just doodling around in my DAW, there’s some crazy shit going on there.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 66
GENRE: Drone, Ambient
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: thunderstorm, doodle, rain, simulated,ambient, synthetic, play, simulacrum
URL: Persistent
MIRRORS: Archive Audio | Archive Video | YouTube
LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-05-0416 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastUnquiet MindThis one comes before 2020, it was just a one off experiment using Devious Machines Texture to randomly play grains of 20 to 2000 ms +/- 20% of a voice memo. YouTube kept blocking it for violations of community guidelines, but eventually brought it back upon appeal. I think it was possibly because the visualization looked like a coronavirus, as the automated transcript contains nothing objectionable. But who knows what automated agents think.
Since it’s already done, and up, I might as well push it to my podcast feed.
TITLE: Unquiet Mind
DESCR: Grains from a voice re...
2020-04-2216 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastRattlesnakeThis was a speed run. Conceived, recorded, cleaned up, and videofied in less than 24 hours. Probably no more than 12 hours actual working time.
I don’t have a mic, so I recorded on my phone. Cleaning up that mess is hellish, or else I would’ve recorded the repeating phrases separately instead of cutting up the full audio. The next thing like this I do, I will, but it’ll take forever.
TITLE: Rattlesnake
DESCR: “The final Apocalypse is when every man sees what he sees, feels what he feels, and hears what he hears.”...
2020-04-2116 min
Franklyn Monk's Dronecast2020A series of voice memos recorded in the first quarter of 2020, piled on top of each other, over a drone track.
TITLE: 2020
DESCR: A series of voice memos recorded in the first quarter of 2020, stacked on top of each other, over a drone track.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 62
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: 2020, drone, 62, monk, spokenword
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2020-04-1916 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastAvulsionTITLE: Avulsion
DESCR: In sedimentary geology and fluvial geomorphology, avulsion is the rapid abandonment of a river channel and the formation of a new river channel.
In real property law, avulsion refers to a sudden loss of land, which results from the action of water. It differs from accretion, which describes a gradual addition to land resulting from the action of water. ~Wikipedia
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 61
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, soundscape, 61, monk, disruption, punctuated equilibrium
URL: Persistent
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2020-04-0116 min
InstitucionalDefensoria Pública é serviço essencialA Defensoria Pública deve manter os serviços em funcionamento durante a pandemia? Breve comentário do Prof. Franklyn Roger
2020-03-3008 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastSplendorTITLE: Splendor
DESCR: A click track fed through two sequencers, and a volley of effects.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronescapes
TRACK: 60
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2020
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: ambient, drone, dronecast, dronescapes, monk
ART: Covers
URL: Persistent
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2020-03-1116 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastSpooky ForestStumbled across a lost and forgotten audio project from five years ago. It was active between December 23 and 26 2014.
I can find little information about it, but there are no links to other projects. I’m unsure if I ever posted it, or if it was ever incorporated into another project, but it seems self-contained, and complete. I mighta well push it now. I slammed this video together from photos I had laying around.
I want to start the video over from the beginning. I learned a lot in making this one, it could be so mu...
2019-12-1716 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastRolloutTITLE: Rollout
DESCR: Immeasurable and Undefined
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronescape
TRACK: 58
GENRE: Undefined
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: Drone, Monk, 5, Dronescape, Ambient, Soundscape Electronic, Experimental
ART: Covers
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2019-12-0516 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastSacrilegious K: The TraitorA tritone sine wave is duplicated, phase inverted, and offset from the original at 1 ms per quarter note. The result is converted to MIDI twice with slightly different parameters for each. These MIDIs are played through the same virtual instrument. The four tracks are stitched together in reverse creation order.
TITLE: Sacrilegious K: The Traitor
DESCR: Destructive interference of tritone sine wave
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronescape
TRACK: 57
GENRE: Drone, Ambient,
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: disturbed, betrayal, evil, crazy, horrible, lying ass, cunt, bitch, fuck!, aargh!, wrong, corrupt, stupid...
2019-11-0305 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastMandalaTITLE: Mandala
DESCR: Field-recordings.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 55
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: field recordings, urban, park, rain, night, insects, water, ducks, traffic, voice, Ambient, Drone, dronescape, Soundscape, 55
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2019-09-2316 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastThe Dark Faerie Will Eat Your SoulAll my recordings are infested with cicadas. So fuck it, I made a track incorporating the damn things instead of trying to cancel them out. Everything you hear here was seeded from the same 3-ish minute clip of cicadas.
TITLE: The Dark Faerie Will Eat Your Soul
DESCR: All cicadas, all the time. And, also, a love story, that ended badly. Beware, she will destroy you.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 54
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: Ambient, cicadas, Drone, dronescape, field-recordings, Soundscape, 54
URL: Persistent
2019-09-0216 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastbPA generated 220 hz tone is modulated with a 1 hz right sawtooth wave (to get sharp transients), and sent through a series of layered delays. MIDI notes are generated from that, randomized and sent through a chord generator, quantized to 128ths, and finally sent through a bass synth.
TITLE: Bass Practice
DESCR: A bass backing track I conjured up for an upcoming project.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 53
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: 220 hz, 53, backing track, bass, generated, midi, practice, pure tone, sawtooth, simulated, xtown
...
2019-04-0716 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastAlmost Transparent Pink Alternate CutThis isn’t so much of a remix, as it is an unmix—I removed the backing layer from the first release, which originally going to be just this track…but then I started working on the video, I fell in love its audio track, so I added it in to give the composition a transparent feeling.
The pink noise layer holds its own, and perhaps others will find it easier to incorporate into their own projects.
The video has also been updated to fit the track better.
TITLE: Almost Transparent Pink, Alternate Cut
DESCR...
2019-03-3118 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastAlmost Transparent PinkTITLE: Almost Transparent Pink
DESCR: Shaped pink noise.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 52
GENRE: Drone
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, soundscape, acoustics, dronecast, 52, monk, meditation, pink noise
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2019-03-2518 min
Franklyn Monk's Dronecast002ATITLE: 002A
DESCR: Drone and Noise
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 51
GENRE: Drone, Ambient
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, ambient, soundscape, electronic, acoustics, sound design, dronecast, 51, monk, meditation
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2019-02-0316 min
Franklyn Monk's Dronecast10241024
Dronecast 50, Franklyn Monk
TITLE: 1024
DESCR: Drone and noise
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 50
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient, Noise
YEAR: 2019
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: drone, noise, ambient, soundscape, generated, electronic, acoustics, sound design, experimental, dronecast, 50, 1024, monk
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2019-01-2217 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastFox SongFox Song: Are You Sleeping
Dronecast 49, Franklyn Monk
TITLE: Fox Song: Are You Sleeping?
DESCR: 17 minute drone track.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 49
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2018
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: 49, Ambient, audio, chapterized, Drone, Dronecast, Franklyn Monk, headphones, narrative, podcast, prologue, quiet, sound design, Soundscape, video, voice over
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2018-12-1817 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastEpipelagicTITLE: Epipelagic
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 46
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient, Field Recording
YEAR: 2018
PUB: Quasigentsia
URL: Persistent
MIRRORS: Archive Audio | Archive Video | YouTube
OTHERS: Source files | Outtakes
LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2018-08-0720 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastChironChiron
Dronecast 45, Franklyn Monk
My 45th track is an ambient/drone piece honoring Chiron, centaur, and mentor.
Can’t stream? Don’t podcast? Boycott YouTube? You can download additional audio or video formats (or grab some out takes) from the Internet Archive.
LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2018-05-2016 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastSunday MagicA Sunday afternoon
Dronecast 44, Franklyn Monk
TITLE: Sunday Magic
DESCR: Droning under the Sunday sky
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 44
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2017
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient, audio, field recording, sky, aerial, antenna, birds, fly, plane, sound design, sound effect, video, podcast, Franklyn Monk, Dronecast, 44, REAPER
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2017-05-3016 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastLands EndSlow rollin’ on Fyxation tires.
Dronecast 43, Franklyn Monk
TITLE: Lands End
DESCR: Field Recording
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 43
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2017
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: audio, field recording, sound design, sound effect, video, podcast, Franklyn Monk, Dronecast, 42, REAPER, cycling, fyxation
URL: Persistent
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2017-05-2416 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastSubmerged
I don’t know if the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, but here we are.
It’s parts being two weeks of exploration and hard work, of chasing tangents and getting lost in your lips.
Joy and suffering the whole way has led to this, whatever this is.
This is Submerged.
Dronecast 42, Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronescapes
TRACK: 42
GENRE: Dronescape
YEAR: 2017
PUB: Quasigentsia
TAGS: audio, sound design, sound effect, water, wind, video, podcast, Franklyn Monk, Dronecast, 42, REAPER
URL: Persistent
MIRRORS: Archive Au...
2017-05-1416 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastParty Bridge RoadTITLE: Party Bridge Road
DESCRIPTION: I’m told that’s what the locals call it
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: 41
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2017
PUBLISHER: Quasigentsia
TAGS: audio, sound design, sound effect, water, video, podcast, Franklyn Monk, Dronecast, 41, REAPER, Inkscape, GIMP, Auphonic, Monk
URL: Persistent
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LICENSE: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
2017-04-3016 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastPhazorA slice of the upcoming The Last Dromedary that didn’t make the cut.
Spectrogram by Sonic Visualiser
Additional editing by Inkscape and the GIMP.
The seed audio is a Shepard tone, with a root of 14000 Hz, created with Audacity.
Processing and video by REAPER.
Leveling by Auphonic.
TITLE: Phazor: Collision of Waves
DESCRIPTION: Dual Shepard tones contend for center field dominance.
ARTIST: Franklyn Monk
ALBUM: Dronecast
TRACK: mini (40.5)
GENRE: Drone, Soundscape, Ambient
YEAR: 2017
PUBLISHER: Quasigentsia
TAGS: mini, au...
2017-04-2004 min
Franklyn Monk's DronecastBactrianOriginally this was a part of The Tenth Day, but it wasn’t featured as prominently as I thought it should be. I’ve tweaked it a little, I’m uncertain if you’ll be able to recognize it—more so if I hadn’t mentioned it.
I had a blast with the video too, until the files got so large that Gimp choked on em, brought down my whole machine. Took four hours to get running again. Yikes.
The background came from a featured image I just made for No Help For That (from 2012!). I’m making f...
2017-04-0716 min
MonksSoundCloudLate Freeze: Wintery Mix - Franklyn MonkA recording of an early spring storm.
What I like most about this one is the white noise at the end is so loud and so oppressive that when it finally slams to an end I’m catapulted into heady relief. I’m left weightless, numb, and free for the first time.
Franklyn Monk Dronecast #17
2014-04-2718 min
MonksSoundCloudAs If That Would Make Me Feel Better - Franklyn MonkAn ambient soundtrack with looping vocals which, perhaps, demonstrates what it’s like to be swept into rumination. At 16m40s it’s a good length for a short meditative sit.
Franklyn Monk Dronecast #14
2014-04-2716 min
MonksSoundCloudThe Gratzi - Franklyn MonkThe Gratzi is a hard poem to read. It’s taken me years, but I finally gave up on ever getting it and released this reading disguised.
Franklyn Monk Dronecast #13
2014-04-2716 min
2014-04-2700 min