A Life in Six Songs

Send us a textDrummer Seven Antonopoulos takes us on a powerful journey from his unconventional childhood on the road to touring the world with acts like Vanilla Ice, Opiate for the Masses, and Channel Zero, revealing how music literally saved his life during his darkest moments.• Growing up on the road with a professional poker-playing father exposed Seven to diverse music like Boz Scaggs' “Lido Shuffle”• Discovering Black Sabbath at age nine provided crucial emotional support during a time of hidden childhood trauma• Metal and hip-hop crossover music like Anthrax and Public Enemy's "Bring the Noise" influenced Seven's drumming style and career path• Stevie Nicks' "Edge of Seventeen" intervened during a moment of suicidal crisis after losing his friend and watching his mother's health decline• Psychedelic experiences with ayahuasca, soundtracked by Fever Ray's "If I Had a Heart," helped process decades of unresolved trauma• Returning to Texas following his divorce just before the pandemic lockdowns led to healing and self-reflection with Billie Eilish's “Everything I Wanted”Whether you're a music lover, drummer, or someone navigating your own challenging journey, Seven's story reminds us that our most meaningful connections to songs often come precisely when we need them most, not just as comfort but as guides to process our deepest pain and find our way forward.Follow Seven on YouTube and Instagram and check out Channel Zero WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsFacilitator & Educator | Music-Based Healing | Musician | Curiosity with Loving KindnessCAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Having thoughts of suicide? Get Help Here Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Vladyslav Tsarenko, CEO at All4band Design, an artwork and design studio for rock and metal bands, and guitarist with multiple musical projects, originally from Ukraine now living in Prague, Czech Republic. We talk about how music was his shared language and cultural currency that helped him navigate numerous moves from Kharkiv, Ukraine to Yevpatoria in Crimea and then another move to Prague, Czech Republic. Not only his interest in music, but his ability to play guitar served as his entry point to making new connections and forming tight relationships. During our conversation , we discuss Linkin Park, Metallica, Bullet for My Valentine, Architects, Snow Patrol, and Vlad's instrumental project, Sad Saint.  Check out All4Band Design: Website, Instagram, and Facebook Vlad's Instrumental Project, Sad Saint on YouTube Vlad's post-rock project, Diary of My Misanthropy on YouTubeFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsFacilitator & Educator | Music-Based Healing | Musician | Curiosity with Loving KindnessCAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Genevieve Wynand, a writer and editor from Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. At 11 years old, she was dead set on playing the drums, but was told that “girls don't play drums.” 35 years later “More Than A Feeling” by Boston comes on the radio while driving, and she makes the life-affirming decision to drive to the music store right then to begin her drumming journey that was stifled all those years ago. It is a story of courage and transformation. Genevieve shares how drumming became a liberating force, helping her navigate anxiety and body image issues, ultimately changing her life. Her story highlights the indispensable role music plays in growth, healing, and the (re)discovery of our truest, favorite selves.Connect with Genevieve on:InstagramWebsiteGenevieve's article on Introvert, Dear Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsFacilitator & Educator | Music-Based Healing | Musician | Curiosity with Loving KindnessCAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Tyler Weisbeck, better known as beatboxer and content creator, TylaDubya. Tyla takes us back to early musical memories with Phil Collins' “In the Air Tonight,” and then we learn how “My Humps” by the Black Eyed Peas changed his life and got him into beatboxing (which then led him to meet his future wife!). We also hear the story of how he proposed to his now wife during a music video shoot for a song they wrote together, “Waves.” Other powerful musical moments are captured by “Weekends!!!” by Skrillex, “This War Is Ours (The Guillotine II)” by Escape The Fate, and “If I'm James Dean, You're Audrey Hepburn” by Sleeping With Sirens. It's a journey of music's powerful ability to guide one's life and bring about dramatic changes that forever alter its path.YouTube of Waves (feat. Cassie)Connect with TylaDubya on:YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Spotify, Twitter, Facebook, and Snapchat Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsFacilitator & Educator | Music-Based Healing | Musician | Curiosity with Loving KindnessCAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we chat with Hilda Sánchez Fernández de Castro, dog mom, kind soul, and psychedelic nurse in Cancun, Mexico. Hilda transports us back to high school days with “Mis Ojos Lloran Por Ti" by Big Boy and “La Tormenta de Arena” by Dorian and its place in the movie, “3 Metros Sobre el Cielo.” She shares the excitement of being first exposed to Mumford and Sons and seeing them live in both Mexico City and Washington, D.C., and also the challenges of going through difficult times with “Young and Sad” by Noah Cyrus. We finish by exploring new perspectives with “Earth My Body” by Maggie Clifford and working as a psychedelic nurse, then experiencing perfect moments with “Gozar Hasta Que Me Ausente” by Paloma del Cerro. It's a journey of finding oneself amidst the melodies and witnessing music's  profound impact on well-being, emotional healing, and joy.Check out Beōnd Ibogaine ClinicWatch David's episode on his Ibogaine journeyFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsFacilitator & Educator | Music-Based Healing | Musician | Curiosity with Loving KindnessCAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Phil Mayo, a preservation tradesman, Marine Corps veteran, philosopher, husband, and dad. Phil shares his honest life story through 6 songs, from GZA's “4th Chamber” to De La Soul's “The Magic Number.” Through the songs “Secret of the Easy Yoke” by Pedro the Lion and “Bruised Orange (Chain of Sorrow)” by John Prine, Phil walks us through his military trauma, loss of faith, and healing journey. He also takes us on a journey through the joys and struggles of love and relationships with the songs “Flowers In Your Hair” by The Lumineers and  “For the Sake of the Song” by Townes Van Zandt. Our conversation highlights the pure, raw experience of being alive and how all of our stories are incomplete journeys still being written.    Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs. WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with Kim Segrave, a wife, mom, and flight attendant based out of Australia, who loves to push her physical boundaries and show her kids how to believe in themselves. Kim shares her life story through 6 anthemic songs, from Bon Jovi's “Livin' on a Prayer” and Matchbox 20's “3am” to Justin Timberlake's “Can't Stop the Feeling”  and Zedd's “The Middle. Kim shares about loss through the songs “Choir” by Guy Sebastian and “Tomorrow” by Silverchair, both fellow Australians. This episode is both touching and moving and will also have you dancing and pumping your fist in the air. A perfect celebration of the ups and downs in life. Connect w/ Kim on her Instagram Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a textOn this episode, we sit down with George Guerrero, a life-long New Yorker, now living on the left coast in San Francisco. George takes us back to his earliest music memories, painting vivid scenes of late-night drives with Dad in NYC to pick up Mom from her night shift at the hospital with the soulful tunes of Lou Rawls playing on the eight track player. We discuss the evolution of music technology in cars, exploring how it shapes personal and cultural identities, and reflect on the paradox of choice in today's digital age. In candid authenticity, George walks us through the moments of 9/11 as seen through someone in Manhattan on that day and opens up about the emotional solace he found in music during those tragic events, offering a poignant recount of how Des'ree's "Kissing You" became the guide that helped him create a video tribute to the make-shift memorial set-up just uptown from Ground Zero. In the closing chapters, we explore the transformative power of music in various aspects of life, from getting comfortable in the kitchen to recovery from physical injuries. George shares compelling personal stories, like how Nancy Sinatra's "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" became a motivational anthem during his recovery from a serious ankle injury, and how, as a lifelong Yankees fan, Frank Sinatra's “New York, New York” is seared into his memory. We close with the impact of family trips, the magic of Disney experiences, and George's quest to create a more equitable financial system. This episode is a warm celebration of music's profound impact on our lives, filled with love, nostalgia, and the enduring power of melodies to bring us together.Connect w/ George on his Instagram and website. Check out Just Futures where George and his team are working to bring about a financial system that creates value for people, communities, and planet—not just a privileged few.Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.RESOURCES & LINKSAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Liked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTubeFind out more at www.alifeinsixsongs.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a Text Message.On this episode, we sit down with Sumeera Younis, a native Pakistani who grew up in Michigan, did a pit stop in Istanbul and now lives in Washington DC with her husband and three kids. Join us as we hear about Sumeera's immigration to the U.S from Pakistan with the song “Pardesi, Pardesi,” and then being exposed to the political messages in Rage Against the Machine in car rides to high school with her brother. Sumeera shares the stories of graduating from law school and studying for the bar exam, with the help of “If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next” by Manic Street Preachers, and falling in love with her husband through “Temptation” by New Order. We close out our conversation with the documentary Searching for Sugar Man and the song “Sugar Man” by Rodriguez, and then, Sumeera's moving story of fertility treatment through “The Waiting” by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot “around the fire,” and enjoy the conversation and community. Connect w/ Sumeera on her Instagram Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at Support the Show.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a Text Message.On this episode, we sit down with Marissa Huber-East, a creative soul, devoted mom, and connector of people and ideas from South Florida, and explore the songs that have been part of her journey. From the soothing lullabies of "Rainbow Connection" sung during childhood bedtime rituals to the socio-political anthems of Tupac Shakur, Marissa opens up about her relationship with music as a backdrop to her memories and a bridge to deeper connections with others. We uncover how music has been a constant companion in her artistic and familial bonds. Marissa shares her grief and the cathartic power of songs like David Bowie's "Heroes" in processing the personal loss of her brother.  Tune in to hear how music not only encapsulates complex emotions but also offers solace and hope during life's most challenging moments. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot “around the fire,” and enjoy the conversation and community. Connect w/ Marissa on her: Website, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Professional FacilitatorRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsLawyer | Producer | Solo Project: Solamente | @razaismynameRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Support our work!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the Show.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Send us a Text Message.Join us as we explore the musical journey of Stefan Nordström, metal vocalist & guitarist, content creator, and digital nomad from Stockholm, Sweden. Travel back to the 90s with us as Stefan recalls the significant role that melancholic tracks by artists like the Cranberries and Moby played during his adolescence in Stockholm. Sit shotgun as we learn about Stefan's musical growth into more and more extreme metal music. We finish our journey by exploring the transformative experiences that come with embracing a travel-driven, digital nomad lifestyle, and the profound connections between music, existential growth, and physical well-being. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot “around the fire,” and enjoy the conversation and community. Check out Stefan's Instagram, YouTube, Website, Bandcamp, and SpotifyFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every other week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos that tell the story of who we are and where we've been, to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.Liked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifySupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Follow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDReach out to us at alifeinsixsongs.comSupport the Show.Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

A trigger warning for those listening to this latest episode. Please note that this episode contains content surrounding trauma, self-harm, and PTSD. Please exercise self-care as you need.Normally, as the title of the podcast dictates, it's a LIFE in six songs, but this episode is a little different. This one will be highlighting a specific experience through music. Today's special episode will focus on our founder and host, David Reese's recent experience in traveling to Mexico for PTSD treatment, primarily through the experience of a psychedelic called Ibogaine.David was diagnosed with PTSD in 2021, following years of battling the illness as a result of his military service. After that diagnosis, He and Carolina, his partner and co-host, embarked on what's been almost three years of all kinds of different treatments, medications, tools, and therapies, which gratefully helped move the needle, but not quite enough to where David felt a sense of healing. Through a veteran community advocating for psychedelic treatment, Carolina found a treatment clinic in Cancun, Mexico, called Beōnd. This specific clinic uses the psychedelic Ibogaine to treat people struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and also substance abuse. So in today's episode, we'll be discussing the six songs that David was listening to during his trip and 10-day treatment. Medical Disclaimer. None of what we share in this episode should be considered medical advice, and everyone struggling with any of these diagnoses needs to do their own research and due diligence before embarking on a treatment journey.Find out more about Beōnd and their approachYou can also book an informational call with Beōnd (and let them know you heard about them from A Life in Six Songs Podcast!)Read the recent Stanford Medicine article about Ibogaine safely leading to improvements in depression, anxiety, and functioning among veterans with traumatic brain injuries. Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been to help us figure out where we're going. It's a life story told through 6 songs.RESOURCES & LINKSAre you a veteran who is struggling?  Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDReach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Fulden İbrahimhakkıoğlu, a passionate academic and punk musician, is our final guest on this first album of the show! Fulden, an associate professor of philosophy and gender and women's studies at Middle East Technical University in Ankara, Turkey, traces her musical voyage from Britney Spears' "Baby One More Time" and connecting with Courtney Love to finding her voice with Babes in Toyland while an undergrad in Istanbul and being inspired by Bratmobile while doing her PhD in Eugene, Oregon. We finish with Fulden's own voice in her bands, Literally Anything Before Bros and Emaskülatör. It's a riot grrrl, punk rock trip! Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot in the mosh pit, and enjoy the conversation and community. Listen to Fulden's bands Literally Anything Before Bros and Emaskülatör Check out her academic work Connect with her at fuldenshedemon@gmail.comFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs.Liked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSubscribe to our YouTube channel Are you a veteran who is struggling? I know it is tough and that you feel like you are the only who feels like this and no one will understand, but what you are experiencing is not unique and treatment can make a difference. Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

This week, we explore the ebbs and flows of life with our guest, Ben Roorda, a husband, father, engineer, entrepreneur, and saltwater addict. How being brought up in a conservative evangelical home limited his exposure to music outside the church. How watching 'Under the Sea' from The Little Mermaid ignited his saltwater addiction and the realization that he could leave the life he knew, like Ariel did, 'Brown Eyed Girl' reminds him of his wife, and 'Three Little Birds' by Bob Marley serves as a life preserver during difficult times. We ride the waves of Ben's thrilling entrepreneurial and surfing adventures, with Jimmy Buffett and Alan Jackson's ‘Boats to Build' and Dick Dale's iconic ‘Misirlou'. Ben's story is a testament to the power of pursuing one's passions. You don't want to miss this one! Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.  Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandRESOURCES & LINKSCheck out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow  on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSubscribe to our YouTube channel Are you a veteran who is struggling?  Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

In this episode, we have an amazing conversation with Don Michael Barbour, a retired US Army JAG and founder of the Veterans Legal Foundation. Don Michael candidly and honestly reflects upon growing up in a traumatic environment and his determination to graduate high school early at 17 to join the Army as his way out. AC/DC, 2Pac, Snoop Dogg, and Elton John accompany us on this leg of the journey. He openly discusses Everclear's "Father of Mine" as epitomizing the feelings toward his father, which motivates Don Michael's commitment to his own kids. From his service in the military to his advocacy work, his story is a testament to courage, resilience and the healing power of music. You don't want to miss this one! Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.  Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDSubscribe to our YouTube channel Support the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Join us on this musical journey with our guest, Sarah Mahmood, where we go from her first encounter with System of a Down's 'Chop Suey!' at age 7 to the “dance it out” release of 'La Mama de La Mama' during her demanding pharmacy residency. Sarah's story includes a move to Pakistan at nine and the traumatizing incident of bombs going off near her school. The Beatles' 'Hey Jude' and Kanye West's 'Flashing Lights' served as her therapeutic anchor during these challenging times. Our conversation illuminates the gravity of acknowledging trauma and seeking help. Mumford & Sons and Muse round out her songs. We finish with Sarah's entrepreneurial journey of producing educational content through her TikTok account, @PharmacyToks and her small business, Pharmacy Guides. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.  Check out Pharmacy Guides on EtsyFollow PharmacyToks on TikTokFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know. WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Support the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

June Johnson, our guest for today's episode, provides a fascinating exploration of her life's journey through six memorable songs. These are not just melodies to her; they serve as a soundtrack to her life. June reveals her transformation from a law student and attorney to a writer and filmmaker. Music played a pivotal role in this transition and her creation of True Bliss Television, which is “dedicated to promoting, portraying, and developing positive and loving images of people of color.” We have songs from Yolanda Adams, Alanis Morissette, ODESZA, Lauren Hill, and Marvin Gaye, not to mention an unexpected theme song from Friday The 13th: The Series. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.  Check out True Bliss Television's WebsiteWatch True Bliss Television on YouTubeJune's outfit is from Clothes Mentor in Cordova, TNFollow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and as always, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know. WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandRESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Our guest, Dr. Tyler Calabrese, shares how his profound connection with music has been a transformative force in his life - his altar of hope, solace, and energy. Whitney Houston's 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody' reminds him of his Mom, and the uplifting messages of positive hardcore in H2O's ‘Found the Truth Within' helps him during challenging life transitions. The Canadian punk band Propagandhi's lyrics motivated him to use his privilege for those less fortunate. ‘Somewhere Out There,' from the movie, An American Tale, provides the space to discuss toxic masculinity and the importance of healthy emotional outlets. We close  by exploring the connection between art and mental health awareness in Tyler's annual event, Speak Your Truth, through the songs of Tim Barry and Carly Winters. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.Check out Speak You Truth's WebsiteWatch Speak Your Truth 2023 on YouTubeSee the Speak Your Truth Video Submissions Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and as always, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandRESOURCES AND LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Support the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

In this episode, our very first guest, Andrea, shares her six song story of the process of coming out, the pain of losing loved ones, and the life-saving role of marching band, with some tackle football thrown in! From Whitney Houston, Yolanda Adams, and Brandy to Alanis Morissette, Trick Daddy, and even Yanni (you'll have to watch!), Andrea shares not only the stories attached to these songs, but her passion for being a musician rings loud and clear throughout. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community (and a good amount of reminiscing!).Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and as always, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know. WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandEPISODE TRANSCRIPTClick Here to view show transcript (click Transcript tab on page)RESOURCES, CONTACT, AND LINKSContact Andrea at andrea.snead@usta.comGridiron Girls DocumentaryFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifySupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

In this episode, we share co-host Raza's six song story, thus finishing out these episodes introducing you to our hosts. We wouldn't ask our guests to do anything we wouldn't do ourselves. Check out Raza's stories of growing up in Pakistan, his audiophile Dad and family members exposing him to a diverse set list of artists and genres. Learn about his musical journey arriving in the US at 10 years old ready to consume all the entertainment he imagined would be available to him in the States. From Guns ‘N' Roses, Type O Negative, and Red Hot Chili Peppers to Maroon 5 and Foster the People, Raza shares stories of joy and excitement as well as struggle and overcoming, with a little Pirate Metal thrown in. Finally, Raza shares his own musical project, Solamente, and the song he wrote for his children, The Offspring. Pull up a folding chair, grab a drink, find a spot around the fire, and enjoy the conversation and community.Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. If you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know!WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandEPISODE TRANSCRIPTClick Here to view show transcript (click Transcript tab on page)RESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeSubscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Ever learn about someone's life story through their personal soundtrack? Sounds pretty cool right? In this episode we get to know one of our three hosts, Carolina, as she walks you through the joyous and painful moments of her life through a diverse score of songs. From disco and hip hop to salsa and alternative music, it's quite the ride. Learn how the cool teenager next door opened her world to new music, why Alicia Keys makes her cry following the death of her first husband, and everything in between. Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and as always, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know.WHO WE AREDAVID: Creator & Host @ALifeinSixSongsDrummer | Educator | Philosopher | Combat Veteran | PTSD Advocate CAROLINA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsStoryteller | Head of Learning & Development Services @ReadySetRAZA: Co-Host @ALifeinSixSongsGuitarist | Lawyer | Solo Project @Solamente.BandEPISODE TRANSCRIPTClick Here to view show transcript (click Transcript tab on page)RESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeCALL TO ACTION, EPISODE LINK & CONTACT INFOSupport our work!Subscribe to our YouTube channel Don't keep us all to yourself! Share our podcast with your people!Reach out to us at alifeinsixsongspodcast@gmail.comSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.

Here it is! The very first episode of A Life in Six Songs! Join us as we get to know one of our hosts, David, and his motivations for starting the podcast, as well as his life in six songs. David shares his heartwarming and, at times, heartbreaking journey, from his early musical encounters to his stint in the Army, his battle with PTSD, and his growing recognition of the therapeutic power of music. Every song offers a peek into a unique chapter of his life, be it the hair bands of the 80s and the transformative role of NWA's 'Straight Outta Compton' in his understanding of social justice, or the unexpected solace found in Britney Spears' 'Toxic' during his Iraq deployment.Follow your hosts David, Raza, and Carolina every week as they embark on an epic adventure to find the songs that are stuck to us like audible tattoos to tell the story of who we are and where we've been. It's a life story told through 6 songs. Take a listen, and as always, if you have someone whose life you'd like to hear in 6 songs, let us know.KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS0:56  Why Start This Podcast9:12  Music in a Dynamic Individual's Life15:21  Earliest Music Memory: Steve Miller Band and Nissans21:21  RUSH: The World Was Never the Same31:12  Memories of Fourth Grade, Bus Rides, and Whitesnake40:15  N.W.A.'s F**k Tha Police and Social Awareness54:12  Deployment to Iraq and Britney Spears' Toxic1:08:47  Growing up in South Florida, 2 Live Crew, and Middle School Parties1:22:12  Reflections on David's Six Songs, Memory and Sleep Issues, and PTSD1:32:18  First Concert, Last Concert, and Best Concert1:37:41  Social Media and Contact Info!EPISODE TRANSCRIPTClick Here to view show transcript (click Transcript tab on page)RESOURCES & LINKSLiked songs from this life story? Check out A Life in Six Songs playlist on Apple Music and SpotifyFollow A Life in Six Songs on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTubeAre you a veteran who is struggling? I know it is tough and that you feel like you are the only who feels like this and no one will understand, but what you are experiencing is not unique and treatment can make a difference. Get help here:Call the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1.Text the Veterans Crisis Line: Send your message to 838255 Visit the Veterans Crisis Line website to chat virtuallyPTSD Online QuestionnaireNational Center for PTSDCALLS TO ACTION & CONTACTSupport the showCopyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit or educational use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The original work played in this video has been significantly transformed for the purpose of commentary, criticism, and education.