Welcome to Conversations from Here with me Dana Ziegler. The purpose of these talks is to create connection and inspiration across the human story. These are the sharings of how we came to be ourselves, how we found our life's purpose and how we made it from there to here. I speak with performers, artists, creatives, teachers, innovators, entrepreneurs and other remarkable people about what they do and how they came to do it.
In this episode of Conversations from Here I am honored and privileged to speak with John L. Tarpley, MD. He is Professor of Surgery, Emeritus at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the former Program Director for General Surgery Residents there. He has also been the Associate Chief of General Surgery at the VA Hospital and is currently the Academic Dean of the Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons. He is a passionate advocate for patients and doctors alike. He has spent a huge portion of his professional life in Africa-- specifically Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Botswana, training young surgeons and ministering to those most in need. "Tarp"-- as anyone in the hallowed halls of Vanderbilt will attest-- is a legendary character who is as humble as he is funny and as knowledgeable as he is wise. We talk about his life and work, discuss some of the challenges with getting medical care in places far from urban centers, his personal love story and an early obsession with college sports. It's a fascinating talk, indeed. Enjoy! More on Dr. Tarpley: https://www.vumc.org/surgical-sciences/person/john-l-tarpley-md https://news.vumc.org/2016/07/26/tarpley-may-be-retiring-but-he-isnt-slowing-down/ https://paacs.net/ Books Mentioned: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World-- by the His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu & Douglas Abrams https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/533718/the-book-of-joy-by-his-holiness-the-dalai-lama-and-archbishop-desmond-tutu-with-douglas-abrams/ Long Walk to Freedom-- by Nelson Mandela https://www.littlebrown.com/titles/nelson-mandela/long-walk-to-freedom/9780759521049/
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak once again with my friend and collaborator, Dr. Jess Lakin. Jess is the founder of Mother Tree Healing Arts-- holistic life coach, meditation guide, healer, sound bath facilitator and creator of transformational retreats for women. In this chat, we discuss ways in which to nourish your spirit. This episode is the third in our wellness series "Where to Start." Great stuff-- I hope you enjoy! Links for Jess: Web Site-- https://www.jesslakin.com/ Instagram-- @mothertreehealingarts @jess.lakin Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/mothertreehealingarts YouTube-- @mothertreehealingarts
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak once again with my friend and collaborator, Dr. Jess Lakin. Jess is the founder of Mother Tree Healing Arts-- holistic life coach, meditation guide, healer, sound bath facilitator and creator of transformational retreats for women. In this chat, we discuss meditation-- what it is, what it isn't-- and simple ways to begin. After our chat, I offer a basic, yet powerful example of a sitting meditation practice to get you started. This episode is the second in our wellness series. Stay tuned for more! Links for Jess: Web Site-- https://www.jesslakin.com/ Instagram-- @mothertreehealingarts @jess.lakin Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/mothertreehealingarts YouTube-- @mothertreehealingarts
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with my friend and collaborator, Dr. Jess Lakin. Jess is the founder of Mother Tree Healing Arts-- holistic life coach, meditation guide, healer, sound bath facilitator and creator of transformational retreats for women. In this chat, we discuss creating space for change-- both in the outer and inner landscapes. So, for anyone who wants to create space-- whether external (as in physical space) or internal (as in psychological/awareness space)-- we give you some things to consider as places to start. This episode is the first in a wellness series called "Where to Start" where Jess and I will roll out several episodes over the next few months. Our hope is that these discussions will inspire joyful exploration and discovery of your own wellness practices. The great Taoist sage Lao Tse once said, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Here is our offering to help you on your way! Links for Jess: Web Site-- https://www.jesslakin.com/ Instagram-- @mothertreehealingarts @jess.lakin Facebook-- https://www.facebook.com/mothertreehealingarts YouTube-- @mothertreehealinga
On this episode, we conclude our series of Zen Body Living specials with the MIND... A very big topic, indeed! We explore a very simple meditation technique that will help to hone your awareness, delve into the meaning of mindfulness-- and talk about the magnitude of living with full presence. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!
On this episode of Conversations from Here, we explore how to integrate exercise and movement into each and every day. I put on my Wellness Coach hat and guide you through ways of creating a more active and expansive way of being. In our previous episode, we discussed ways of creating space for change and NEXT time we'll be exploring the mind and how we craft and build our lives with every thought, word and deed. Exciting stuff! I hope you are enjoying this series of Zen Body Living specials because it is giving me a chance to share my experience in shaping a healthier, more expansive and inspired way of living in the world. Enjoy the journey!
In this episode I speak to you as my wellness advisor self-- as the founder of Zen Body Living. I discuss how one can begin to clear space for change, to overcome overwhelm and set yourself on a path to a healthier, happier, more beautiful life! Normally this podcast is all about the interview, but, of late, I have felt moved to tap into my nearly 30 years of real-life practices for healthy living, plus a few of my teachings-- and share them with you!
In this special episode, I grapple with an issue that is front and center in our nation today. There has been such divisiveness and polarization over this that I wanted to speak to it. This is a very serious and difficult conversation-- a most adult topic-- so please, keep the kids out of the room. Thank you for listening!
It's been a minute! After taking 6 months off to nest and acclimate to our new home, I wanted to bring you a dispatch from the American South. Here's how it's going so far with local gems, sweet people, great coffee, Land Rovers, car museums and the native insect population!
On today's episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with MORTY COYLE-- singer, songwriter, DJ, proud papa and captain of what is normally The FOCKRs (Friends of Canter's Kibitz Room) on Tuesday nights at the Kibitz. We take a deep dive into growing up in Los Angeles in the 1970s and '80s with extended family and friends, hitting the music scene early, overcoming stage fright, straddling worlds in music-making and in DJ-ing, his life-long collaboration with fellow class-clown Jordan Summers, being a dad to daughter Bea and what's next for All Day Sucker. Great talk! More on Morty: Twitter: @DJMortyCoyle Instagram: @beaanddaddycartunes @alldaysucker @focrforce5 All Day Sucker: http://www.alldaysucker.net/
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with German-born musician, vocalist and producer THOMAS BARQUEE! We talk about his beginnings as a classically-trained pianist and composer, his foray into the pop scene, his observations on the music business and returning to his roots as a creative artist. We delve into many issues of the day, including the role of the media in public perception, the perils and pluses of charisma, the polarization of opinion and the solace of a connection to Nature in troubling times. A wide-ranging and thought-provoking chat! I hope you enjoy it. Thomas Barquee on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7GrCgZi7OhUFKAoEWF28GH
Today on Conversations from Here, I speak with author and yoga teacher PATTY WILDASINN! We talk about her years as an addiction recovery counselor, bringing up a special needs child, teaching yoga to kids and adults with specified needs or requirements, the genesis of her book "Yogable" and the challenges and origins of addiction in our society today. We take a deep dive into the healing power of movement and awareness practices-- and the importance of learning from those who are different from ourselves. Enjoy! Links for Patty: Instagram: @patty_yogable Patty's Web Site: https://www.pattyyogable.com/
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with Victoria Rose-- musician, teacher and force for good. We talk about her upbringing in Green Bay, WI, an early life with horses, formative years in New York City playing music and working at CBGB's, her brief stint as a Scientologist, getting sober, finding yoga, hanging out with Buddhist monks in Ladakh, India, coming to terms with divisions in the Kundalini Yoga community, navigating societal polarization, cultivating Divine Feminine power and paving the way for her next path. Was so wonderful to reconnect with my wise, funny and insightful friend and mentor. Fantastic and fascinating talk! Links for Vicky: Spotify-- https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nAcDJJYqkib824newOi4z SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-917377559 YouTube: Jap Dharam Rose-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJn4c9eofcCMnDVt171wlgA Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B07DL3HJVP/jap-dharam-rose Apple-- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jap-dharam-rose/1395776414 Web Site & Blog-- http://www.japdharamrose.com
On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with inspiring, powerful, dynamic Life Coach and author ANDREEA SERBAN! We talk about growing up in Romania, what it's like to be an identical twin, transitioning from high-powered lawyer to being the person who guides and advises others into greatness. Andreea is also the Chair of Work-Life Balance at the Beverly Hills Bar Association and is the founder of Elawvation, her executive coaching practice. She and her sister Alina have authored two books: "Different & Unique" and "More Than a Lawyer: Elawvate Yourself & Your Practice." Fantastic talk! Will have her back for more discussion-- especially about the role of movement and dance in healing and in personal growth and expansion. So much to explore-- infinite possibilities! Links for Andreea: Be Different Web Site: https://be-different.com/ Be Different on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedifferentforadifferentworld Be Different on Instagram: @bedifferent40 More Than a Lawyer Link on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/More-than-Lawyer-Elawvate-Yourself/dp/B08FXX3FTY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Andreea+Oana+Serban&qid=1633645876&s=audible&sr=1-1 Andreea's Email: andreea@be-different.com
Today on Conversations from Here I speak with the dashing, infinitely entertaining and self-described frag-head DAN NAUGHTON! He is the Creative Director of UK fragrance house Naughton & Wilson and the face of a much-subscribed-to YouTube channel in Britain-- the go-to for informative, evocative fragrance-reviews, MrSmelly1977. Naughton & Wilson are the creators of Gravitas Pour Homme and Bon Viveur-- two enticing scents, reminiscent of the classic fragrances for men from the mid-20th century that can be worn by anyone. Dan is also a musician and a teacher of guitar technique. We talk about all kinds of stuff-- his obsession with fragrance, falling in love with the music of Jimi Hendrix, the power of memory, the perils of social media and the weirdness of the world we live in today. Fantastic talk! Hope you enjoy. Links for Dan: Istagram: @mrsmelly1977 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCllTDvggivpIdZ7s2LJe-Eg Naughton & Wilson: https://naughtonandwilson.com/
Today I speak with Queens native, jewelry designer, community builder and fashion alchemist SEVILLE MICHELLE! Her creations have graced the likes of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé, Lizzo, Rihanna and Roxanne Shante. We talk about her upbringing in Queens as the child of Cuban and Greek immigrants, finding inspiration from growing up in such a diverse neighborhood, honoring her roots through her jewelry-making, getting noticed by icons of the music industry, creating community healing through craft and what she's doing now. Seville is offering a special gift to Conversations from Here listeners! If you go to her web site, use code "CFH10" for 10% off her products. An inspirational and uniquely American story... Enjoy! Seville's Web Site: https://sevillemichelle.com/ Instagram: @sevillemichellejewelry
Today I speak with Germany's own MYRIAM NOWARA-SCHRAGGER! She has been a creative director, a professor of design at the Hochschule Mittweida in Berlin, a DJ and is currently the founder of the clean skin-care brand Lyquid Poetry. We talk about her origins in Frankfurt, attending the Universität der Künste in Berlin, witnessing the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, her time as a teacher-then-professor of design at the Hochschule Mittweida, moving to Los Angeles with her family, receiving a scary dual diagnosis of heart complications and breast cancer and finding healing in developing her nourishing, non-toxic skincare line. A deep talk-- and a fascinating one! Enjoy! Lyquid Poetry on Instagram: @lyquidpoetry_
In today's episode, I speak with epic guitar wizard, sought-after session player, veteran tour member, master composer and all-around music industry pro-- the honorable JAY GORE! We talk about growing up in Los Angeles, playing his first pro gig at the legendary Troubadour as a kid, how the music industry has changed from decades past, playing sessions and touring, making connections, being prepared to meet the moment and riding the bus well. So many amazing stories-- it's a great time! Hope you enjoy... Jay's Web Site: https://www.jaygore.com/
Switching it up a bit, the host of Conversations from Here, DANA ZIEGLER, gets interviewed by special guest JENNIFER JO OBERLE! Dana talks about her beginnings in the Midwest, growing up in Arizona, falling in love with dance, spending a summer in Cyprus, moving to San Francisco, dealing with chronic illness, falling into movement and meditation practices, teaching, performing stand-up comedy, becoming a podcaster and finding the path to healing. They discuss wellness and what it is to find healing in creativity and healthy living. Enjoy! Jennifer's Links: Web Site: http://www.jenniferoberle.com/index.html MusiCares: https://www.grammy.com/musicares Instagram: @jjoberle Dana's Links: Zen Body Living http://www.zenbodyliving.com/about.html LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-a-ziegler-22579823/ Instagram: @zenbodyliving
On this 25th episode, I share a joyful chat with the brilliant and amazing SHANNON HURLEY— singer-songwriter, artist, actress and better half of the band Lovers & Poets! You've heard her music on such TV shows as "American Idol," "The Young and the Restless," "The Lying Game," "90210," "Giuliana & Bill" and "So You Think You Can Dance." We talk about her formative years in South Bend, IN, how the trombone changed the trajectory of her life, being a happy introvert, spending a year in London's West End, meeting her husband Ben Eisen in a Duran Duran tribute band, doing a stint as a lounge singer in Vietnam at the Ho Chi Minh City Park Hyatt and the incredible way life seems to steer us in the right direction. Shannon's Links: Website: http://www.shannonhurley.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/shannonhurleymusic Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/shannonhurley ReverbNation: http://www.reverbnation.com/shannonhurley YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE0DN1zlTsVRxG8W_82cKAg Lovers & Poets: https://loversandpoets.com/ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/shannon-hurley/6348208 Bandcamp: https://shannonhurley.bandcamp.com/
Today I speak with seismically talented musician and vocalist, touring bassist, songwriter, orchestrator, arranger and Kibitz Room mainstay, JENNIFER JO OBERLE! We talk about her Brooklyn upbringing, early manifestations of her musical talent, attending the Berklee College of Music, getting through depression, appreciating the joys of recovery, exploring new paths and possibilities during COVID and collaborating with the International Songwriters Collective. A profound and soulful chat about real stuff. Grab yourself a coffee, settle in and enjoy! Links: Web Site: http://www.jenniferoberle.com/index.html Istagram: https://www.instagram.com/jjoberle/?hl=en MusiCares: https://www.grammy.com/musicares
On this week's fresh episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with co-producer of the Wild Honey Orchestra, brilliant bass-man, an oft-consulted wizard at TrueTone Music and all-around stellar fella, DAVID JENKINS! We talk about his early life as a child of show business parents, his early fascination with music, his many years with the FOCKRs at Canter's Kibitz Room, balancing work in music retail with being a working musician and how music profoundly connects us all. We also speak a bit about singer-songwriter Zak Nilsson, son of Harry Nilsson, who passed away recently. A soulful talk with great company-- enjoy!
Today on Conversations from Here I speak with Memphis-raised author of "Tom Petty and Me"-- the former DJ and music industry promo man JON SCOTT! Throughout his decades in the music world, he has the distinction of having worked with some of the biggest names in the business. He is also the guy who, in 1977, boldly pushed for Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers to be heard on the radio, despite resistance from the powers-that-be at ABC Records. The rest, as they say, is history. His epic friendship with Tom lasted 40+ years, until Tom's untimely death in 2017. We talk about EVERYTHING-- including a whole lot of Tom Petty stories involving acts of kindness, record industry craziness, funny faxes and the friendship of a lifetime. In true Southern fashion, it's a long chat, but well worth your time. Settle in-- and enjoy! (PS: Please forgive the odd little transition at around 1:13:34 where I pause for a bathroom-break! But we get back to discussing "Damn the Torpedoes"....) Links:Tom Petty and Me:https://tompettyandme.com/Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Tom-Petty-Me-Jon-Scott/dp/069209119X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Tom+Petty+and+Me&qid=1613518298&sr=8-1Audible:https://www.audible.com/search?keywords=Tom+Petty+and+Me&ref=a_hp_t1_header_searchBest Classic Bands Article:https://bestclassicbands.com/tom-petty-jon-scott-book-10-31-18/Facebook Page for Tom Petty Nation:https://www.facebook.com/groups/tompettynation
Today I speak with rapper, producer, entrepreneur, tech-wizard, rabbi, friend, wise man and founder of Rock4Israel, ETAN G The Jewish Rapper! Our talk begins with him as an adopted kid in a Jewish family in Phoenix, moving through his upbringing in Randallstown outside of Baltimore, his decidedly unorthodox schooling, falling in love with Black music and culture, his ongoing love affair with Israel, finding his way in Los Angeles and becoming a part of the Canter's Kibitz Room music scene. Love, connection and music-- what it's all about! (For anybody with sensitive ears, there is some colorful language, FYI.) Links:Etan G:https://www.jewishrapper.com/Rock4Israel:https://www.rock4israel.org/Twitter:https://twitter.com/thejewishrapper?lang=enYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxHaGpZ6L1kSMFUkoIuVQ0wLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/etan-g-7b49024/Etan G - All Songs: https://songwhip.com/etan-gFoundation:https://bit.ly/2ZbTQmwSoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/thejewishrapperYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/thejewishrapper
Today on Conversations from Here I speak with stellar musician, prolific producer, wide-ranging composer, Musicians Institute teacher and alum of The English Beat, RICK TORRES! We discuss his early life growing up in a musical family in Hawai'i, coming to the mainland for schooling, being a working musician and impresario in 1990s Los Angeles, how the music business has changed since the early days, following in Chuck Berry's footsteps on tour, becoming an honorary Wailer and having a life-long love affair with the Rolling Stones. Enjoy! Supreme Beings of Leisure "Never the Same" video:https://youtu.be/nRtDilPtAMADirtycakes:https://dirtycakesband.com/bioMusicians Institute:https://www.mi.edu/faculty/rick-torres/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricktorres
Today I speak with intrepid BBC correspondent and International Man of Mystery DAVID WILLIS! We talk about his early days in England as an only child, working on obituaries in Hertfordshire, joining the BBC, working as a foreign correspondent in Southeast Asia, becoming the BBC's California correspondent, embedding with U.S. Marines during the Iraq War, taking a scholarly break at Oxford University, exploring the acting bug, becoming a U.S. citizen and remaining a contented Angelino. Delightful and hilarious-- I hope you enjoy! Muttley, David's English bulldog, confirms that all stories are, in fact, true.... David Willis on Twitter:https://twitter.com/thedavidwillisBBC News:https://www.bbc.com/
Today I speak with one of Chicago's own-- epic talent and towering heart CYNTHIA LEVIN! She is a stand-up comic, an actress, a writer, a director, an acting teacher, a citizen of the world and a Comedy Store regular. We talk about growing up in the Second City, moving to LA in a less-than-ideal relationship, finding comedy by accident, going up at the the Improv and at the Comedy Store, connecting with Mitzi Shore, reflecting on beloved Comedy Store pianist and archivist Jeff Scott, falling in love with London, doing her own thing, connecting with truth and embracing vulnerability. A talk both deep and wide-- enjoy! More Cynthia:IMDb:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1817472/The Comedy Store:https://thecomedystore.com/The Improv:https://improv.com/comic/cynthia+levin/VoyageLA:http://voyagela.com/interview/meet-cynthia-levin-cynthia-levin-los-feliz/
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler! Today I speak with stellar actor and inspired educator Bernard Addison! We discuss his upbringing in Columbia, SC, discovering acting in middle-school, honing his craft at university, living as a young working actor in regional theatre while living in New York, performing Shakespeare at Ashland, making the move to Los Angeles and finding a thriving theatre community, an epic tale involving a complication between the stage and a stint on "Frasier" and the vital role the arts play in education and for humanity as a whole. Great talk-- and moving, too. Enjoy! More Bernard:IMDb:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0011698/Web Site:http://www.bernardkaddison.com/Home_Page.htmlLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardaddison/LA High School of the Arts:https://www.lahsa.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=871547&type=u&pREC_ID=1499073
Today on Conversations from Here I speak with musician, vocalist, diarist, educator, skilled culinarian and former frontman for the Joe Perry Project-- COWBOY MACH BELL! We talk about his early years with the cello, finding his musical gift as a frontman, seeing Aerosmith for the first time, playing with the band Thundertrain, touring with Joe Perry, adjusting to regular life, finding joy and work as a chef, becoming an educator and finding himself as an author. His book "Once a Rocker Always a Rocker: A Diary" is available wherever books and audio books are sold. A great read with incredible stories! More Mach:Once a Rocker Always a Rocker Page:https://oncearocker.com/?fbclid=IwAR1iYLiAMZWefoP8qlHzkdA8jpBlzzS4539Nm-r05MFxsTPLleIrYzGvbrwAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cowboy-Mach-Bell/e/B07YHFGCY1%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler! In this episode I speak with Boston-born music journalist, author, editor, artist and current Vermonter, Joe Milliken. We delve into Joe's childhood, his love of music, his early introduction to rock 'n' roll, his time as a sports reporter and freelance music writer, writing his current book "Let's Go!: Benjamin Orr and The Cars" and his founding of the web site Standing Room Only to promote both local and national talent. Great talk and great stories! More Joe:https://www.benorrbook.com/http://www.facebook.com/BenOrrBookhttps://www.amazon.com/Joe-Milliken/e/B07D578H25%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_sharehttp://www.standing-room-only.info Twitter: @thejockofrock and @benorrbook
Today I speak with the super-talented multi-instrumentalist and composer Fuzzbee Morse! He has played with everyone from Lou Reed, Robbie Robertson, Peter Gabriel, Sting, U2 to everyone in between. We take a look back to his childhood where he met some of his idols-- among them Frank Zappa and Aretha Franklin-- and follow with his time in Rome, at Berklee College of Music in Boston, his formative years with the band that was to later become The Cars, his introduction to film scoring, his long-time association with Microsoft icon Paul Allen and further global adventures in music. A great talk and a great time! More Fuzzbee:https://www.fuzzbee.com/https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0607601/
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler. In this episode, I speak with New York-based actor, writer, comic, musician and force of nature Ron Barba. Our talk took place as he and his friend Laura were driving around New York City. We discuss life in New York, the magic of PBS's Bob Ross, performing stand-up comedy, Ron's years in Los Angeles, working in the banking industry, the importance of business acumen, the art of acting, the power of live performance and the ups and down of life during COVID. I hope you enjoy! More Ron:IMDBhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1983137/"That's Why I Don't Paint People"-- Bob Ross Tributehttps://youtu.be/mK6D7iK_cUk
Welcomes to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler. In this episode I speak with actor, martial artist, maker, mover, shaker and creative force Zachary Tiegen! We talk about growing up in the 1970s, starting off as a child actor, making films, training in martial arts, studying spiritual psychology, discovering freedom through comedy and finding the importance of connection and balance in a topsy-turvy world. An inspired meander of a conversation-- I hope you enjoy! More Zack:IMDBhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0853901/
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler. In this episode I speak with singer-songwriter, performance artist, spiritual seeker and creative force ADRIENNE VANDEROCKER! We talk about her beginnings in Austin, TX, finding freedom in music and performance, moving to Seattle and then to New York before landing in Los Angeles, studying with her teacher Ram Dass, experiencing the death of loved ones, forming her band Vanderocker and making art in the time of COVID. Enjoy! More Adrienne:https://www.vanderocker.com/
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler. Today I speak with the fierce and fabulous Kiki Yeung-- Hong Kong-born, Seattle-raised, writer, comic, actress, producer and creator of The Comedy Store's "Crazy Woke Asians" and the upcoming series "Sweet & Sour Chicks." We talk about adjusting to life in the United States after moving from Hong Kong, being a child of divorce, her background in music, regaining health after illness, discovering theatre and performance, finding her creative voice, shattering stereotypes as an Asian-American woman and creating collaborative opportunities that support diversity for all. Inspiring stuff! Enjoy! More Kiki:http://www.kikifunnymama.comhttp://www.crazywokeasians.comhttp://www.imdb.me/kikiyeung@kikifunnymama @crazywokeasians@sweetandsourchicksInstagram. Facebook. Twitter.
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me, Dana Ziegler! Today I speak with the powerful and insightful Dr. Sandra Del Castillo-- Depth Psychologist, Ritual Artist, Storyteller and Teacher. We begin with her early life in Sacramento, CA as the daughter of an indigenous Mexican engineer/scholar father and an equally brilliant Scots-Irish mother, post-college years traveling with her young family, working as a translator and interpreter in Mexico helping out Benedictine nuns in service of Liberation Theology, delving into the vital importance of story in indigenous cultures, the history and practice of El Dia de Los Muertos, plunging into the world of Carl Jung, coming to terms with the Spanish Conquest of the New World, recognizing the destruction of one world and the creation of another and how healing can arise from awareness. An expansive talk of vast scope-- enjoy! More Dr. Sandra Del Castillo on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-del-castillo-46033a133/
Welcome to Conversations from Here! Today I speak with contemporary Namibian artist, scholar, social justice lion and citizen of the world, Kavena Hambira. Our wide-ranging ramble begins with an historical overview of Namibia, growing up in exile and relocating to East Germany as a youngster, the implications and significance of racial identity, time as a Fullbright scholar, being inspired by both the creative and social activism realms in the San Francisco Bay Area, embracing life as an artist, finding mentors in unexpected places, the larger global implications of the Black Lives Matter movement and the vital importance of shining a light on history. Fascinating talk-- enjoy! More Kavena:Websitehttp://www.kavkavilier.com/Instagram@kavilier
Welcome to Conversations from Here, with me, Dana Ziegler. Today I talk with actor, artist, writer and creative dynamo David Dayan Fisher! Americans know him from "NCIS," "24" and "National Treasure," as well as a slew of other roles in television and film in his native Britain. He's played his share of bad-guys, but the man with the fierce face is a delightful, thoughtful, wonderful human being. Our wide-ranging romp of a talk begins in North London as a child of divorce, his career as an actor, finding his calling as an author and painter, embarking on the spiritual path, learning the nature of love, understanding personal struggle and finding freedom. Added bonus: A little Duke Ellington from Brad Watson-- enjoy! More David: Instagram:daviddayanfisher IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1113959/ Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/David-Dayan-Fisher/e/B00BSGFJOC...
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me Dana Ziegler. Today I talk with the luminous and talented Diana Lynn-- singer, songwriter, graphic artist, drum circle facilitator, wife, mother, goddess! We discuss her early years growing up in Philadelphia, attending her dad's church, finding her voice, going on tour, navigating fire and mayhem in Los Angeles, meeting her husband John, remembering the anniversary of 9/11, delving into the healing power of rhythm and our meeting through mutual friends via VitalDanza. For More Diana Lynn:http://www.dianalynnmusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/divadianalynn/ About VitalDanza & Jaquelin Levin-Zabare:http://www.vitaldevelopmentusa.com/my-story.htmlhttp://www.vitaldevelopmentusa.com/bio.html
Today I talk with musician, impresario, actor, comic and recovering Austinite Troy Dillinger! Any resemblance between him and the famous bank robber may (or may not) be entirely coincidental... Join us for a wide-ranging meander through beginnings in Texas, finding music, hitting the big-time, getting sober, innovating new avenues of entertainment, mitigating the perils of tombstones, cutting losses, learning life-lessons and making the leap to Los Angeles. Enjoy! Please Note: There is a lot of cussing going on in this episode so for those with sensitive ears, please be warned. Troy Dillinger IMDB:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0996767/
Welcome to Episode 4!Today I talk with one of the most dynamically creative people I know-- Ireland's own fearless and fabulous Emma Pyne! She is a writer, performer and searing social critic with a background in fashion and a keen sense of justice.We discuss her beginnings in small-town County Clare, the musicality of regional accents, growing up reluctantly Catholic, finding her tribe in London, living in America, her upcoming one-woman show, working the legendary Ed Asner, the diabolical nature of tabloid journalism and being a champion against fear and sexual repression. Join us for good craic and a great time! For more Emma, these are her links:https://www.instagram.com/emmampyne/http://www.imdb.me/emmapyne https://emmapyne.com
Welcome to Conversations from Here with me Dana Ziegler! The purpose of these talks is to create connection and inspiration across the human story. These are the sharings of how we came to be ourselves, how we found our life's purpose and how we made it from there to here. Today I talk with one of the brightest lights I know-- Los Angeles-based marketing guru, professional singer and self-proclaimed dog breed geek Anise Goff! Our wide-ranging discussion unfolds with the importance of story, her beginnings as a talented, music-loving kid in St. Louis, MO, her formative years as a singer, discovering her marketing talents, living in New York and life as a professional vocalist. We also get into the perils of social media, the division in today's American politics and hopes for the future. Enjoy!
Welcome to Episode 2 of Conversations from Here with me Dana Ziegler! Today I talk with lovely and wise Life Coach Jess Lakin-- who is also a teacher, healer, sound artist and photographer. We start our wide-ranging conversation with her Yorkshire beginnings in the north of England, formative years as a clinical psychologist for the NHS in the UK, moving to Amsterdam and making the leap to Los Angeles. We talk about the mystery of gongs, the power of resonance, creating community remotely and coming full-circle. May her story inspire yours!
Today's guest, the brilliant and radiant Sky Nicholas! She is a singer, teacher, actress, powerhouse talent and lead singer for many bands over the years here in LA. Sky is a dear friend and I am honored to have her on the show.
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