Sounds of Living

Brad Miller is one of my former bosses from my high school job, where I worked as a Party Host, at this facility called Flipside. Even though it went out of business, Brad and I have stayed in contact because we always respected one another. Throughout his episode, we discuss how music played a role in guiding him to question everything around him. We both talk about the importance of learning from everyone, even if it's a perspective you're not familiar with. Brad talks about - Hunting with grandpa listening to "Da Turdy Point Buck" - Being introduced to other genres throughout the 90s - Connecting with a higher being listening to hertz frequencies and country music that touches the soul Want to listen to Brad's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Christine Brandl is my aunt on my mother's side. We all call her Chrissy, and her and I have had a close relationship growing up. I was lucky enough to share experiences working in the Deaf community since I used to study American Sign Language Interpreting at one point. Christine is a hard worker and determined to keep her peace within her four walls. We talk about how she just lets music come into her life and she decides whether to continue listening to it or not. Music flows in her background of her life. You can hear the water fountain in the background of her episode. Christine talks about - Hearing songs in her childhood that she liked but needed no reason - Paul, her husband, introducing her to live music in her early 20's - Neil Diamond bringing the family together Want to listen to Christine's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Christina Clark is a massage therapist that has loved music her whole life. I know Christina because I am friends with her son is Colin Breault. Check out his episode 9 with Colin to get the full picture. Christina has always been very welcoming and open to any conversation you want to have with her. Her episode explores a lot of heavy topics and traumas that she has overcome throughout her life. Music was used as a tool to help her understand and cope with life's challenges that she was presented. Christina talks about - Surviving Stevens-Johnson Syndrome listening to Blondie and Debbie Harry - Self medicating with meth and then rehab - Hollywood Undead and 2CELLOS concerts with her kids Want to listen to Christina's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Martin O'Sullivan is a resident at the retirement community, Sagewood. Mr. O'Sullivan and I met while I was working there as a server. His background is in understanding Jazz music and recognizing its importance. He manages the music programs at Sagewood to get his fellow residents involved in watching and being apart of live music. The passion he has for music and keeping Jazz alive is inspiring! Martin talks about - Dave Brubeck Quartet concert at the University of Arizona in 1954 - Being a founding member of both Jazz in AZ, the Arizona Five Arts Circle, and a board member of the Scottsdale Arts Center Association - Becoming a co-producer of Woody's Place Presents at Sagewood Want to listen to Martin's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us on @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Alec Brandl has been a day one brother since we were babies. Our relationship has been held by our family and our love for music. During his episode, we explore 3 pivotal moments that music has played a really big role in. Learning how to get back up from hardships using music is the message throughout his episode. Alec talks about - Steve Perry and Journey opening the door to the wonderful world of music and understanding it. - Silk Sonic and Elton John reigniting his passion for music and saving his life. - Elvis gives him the courage to keep on fighting for what he wants and what he believes in. Want to listen to Alec's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Addison Brandl is one of my cousins. She and I have had a very strong relationship since we were kids growing up. In her episode, we do a deep dive on Addison's relationships with softball, significant others, and herself. Her honesty and realness about her make her the beautiful person she is. Addison talks about - Softball anthems, career paths changing, and staying motivated. - Feeling your feelings in intimate relationships, accepting your tears, and experiencing them in real time. - Beats and production channeling your inner mind connections. Want to listen to Addison's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Adriana Castro-Soto is another one of my classmates from my public speaking class. Currently, she's studying sex education to become a sex therapist. Some of her hobbies include writing fanfics and smut. She is someone who stands up for what she believes in. Adriana talks about - Her father being a mariachi. - "Skrillex" in her middle school years. - The composer from the video game "Genshin Impact" and the rock band "Ghost"

Angel Galvan was a classmate I met from a Public Speaking class that I took at Phoenix College. Music has been his guide throughout life's struggles for Angel. His desire for understanding the world around him as well as his love for filming have lead him to be the person he currently is today. Cannabis has played a huge role in how he listens and processes music. Angel talks about - Trippie Redd's "Hearing Wish" helping him cope with the growing pains of childhood - An ex-girlfriend introduces Gus Dapperton's "Where Polly People Go Read" - Getting stoned listening to Mac Miller Want to listen to Angel's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Tracy Kormos Zwillinger is my mother. She is one of my heroes who has shaped me to become the person I am today. Her episode talks about how she is reminded of the people and life experiences she has through the music she was exposed to. Tracy talks about - Childhood Anthems - College, vet school, and living in her 20s - Adulthood and current jams Want to listen to Tracy's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Leigh Orlando-Ward is actually one of my neighbors that I met when I moved from Tucson to Phoenix. He's a genuine dude who focuses his career on sustainability. On Leigh's free time, he enjoys rock climbing and being outside when he gets the chance. During his episode we discuss how he intentionally listens to music and all of the experiences associated with it. Leigh talks about - Tool's "Undertow" album helping him feel his emotions during the time of his parent's divorce - Balmorhea's "Stanger" album teaching him how to listen and relax during stressful times in college - Black Crown Initiate's "Selves We Cannot Forgive" album guiding him through his frustrations of the things he can't control in the workplace Want to listen to Leigh's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Andrew Davis has been one of my good friends that I got to meet towards the end of my senior year of my undergrad. He has a love and passion towards wanting a cleaner, healthier world, so he's studying environmental science. During his episode, we discuss how music plays a big role in his own self-discovery. Andrew talks about - Finding "The Lost Boy" in the Midst of a Breakup - Navigating the transition between high school to college with AJJ - His 3 Classic Camp Anthems Want to listen to Andrew's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Eloise Wilson is another one of my close friends that I got to meet at the beginning of my senior year of my undergrad. Our friendship developed while she was hanging out with me when I was working the front desk at the College of Education. During her episode, we explore how her music taste is heavily influenced by her mother. As she continues to grow, her music taste and influences become more of her own. Eloise talks about - Listening and singing the soundtrack of the musical "Rent" in the car with her mother and brother as a kid - Weezer changing the game with her new taste in music as well as George Harrison being her favorite Beatle - Learning how to Love, Love, Love by the Mountain Goats after heartbreak Want to listen to Eloise's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Colin Breault has been one of closest friendships I've had since 8th grade. Our relationship was established when we took the same Jazz band class. During his episode, we explore how the important people in his life have introduced him to various degrees of heavy metal music. Colin talks about - Mom and Dad introducing him to heavy metal and with a major influence being "Deftones" - Changing the environment from Elementary School to Jr. High with "Slipnot" being a big supporter - Wanting a heavier sound with "Lorna Shore" Want to listen to Colin's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Jacob Murrieta-Smith is one of my closest friends and a former roommate for few years in my undergrad. He discusses his own self-discovery through the music he was exposed to throughout his life. Music has helped him establish his own personal foundation. Jacob talks about - Learning about "The Wall" album by Pink Floyd and how his understanding of it has changed over time - An Amazon commercial jingle that leads into the musical world of the Beatles - "Separate Ways" by Journey being pivotal after his first break up Want to listen to Jacob's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Rich Hopkins is a Tucson local that owns a record store on 4th Ave called Hurricane Records. In his episode, we explore his musical journey in becoming a professional musician. He discusses the highs and lows he's had throughout that process. Rich talks about - Being apart of his sixth grade rock band and how it got him interested in music in the first place - Joining the Peace Corps and writing music in Paraguay - Starting his first band, the Sidewinders, and all of the adventures with having a major record deal Want to listen to Rich's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Miles Kormos, my grandfather, is our guest for this week's episode. Throughout his episode, Miles talks about his experiences with music and relating it to what he was taught in church. Music has been a source for him to learn more about himself as well as the world around him. It has helped establish his belief system. Miles talks about - Hearing the Hallelujah Chorus for the first time makes him feel his connection with God - Learning how to define his own truths using the song "I Don't Know How to Love Him" by Yvonne Elliman - Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" gets him to reflect on his life experiences transitioning into the fourth quarter of life Want to listen to Miles' top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Jean Kormos, my grandmother, is our next guest for this week's episode. In her episode we discuss how music plays a huge role throughout her life. She listens to music to relax and enjoy the moment with the people she spends her time with. Jean talks about - The radio her and her sister got for Christmas and the fun adventures they had listening to it together with her family - How Fleetwood Mac and The Beatles helped her transition from private to public school - Her relationship with my grandpa Miles Kormos and how music plays a role in it Want to listen to Jean's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

In this episode, Abbie Reif discusses her upbringing with classical music and how learning the piano made her having a better overall understanding of music in general. Her love for music comes especially from the concerts she has attended. Listening to music for her is an experience in itself. Abbie talks about • Learning how to play the piano and understanding how it's a foundational instrument in music in general • Growing up with father playing classical music • Concerts being musical experiences to never forget with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young • Her first hand experience at Woodstock Want to listen to Abbie's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us@soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

In this episode, Maria Kellerman discusses the various artists and genres that she uses to cope with changes in her life. It is hard to pin down her favorite song, album, or artist, because for Maria, each has its own way of impacting her. Maria talks about Using music as a release and an escape while navigating a parent's divorce How your perception of music changes from day to day The messages in Tim McGraw's "Humble and Kind" and how she relates this to a trip she took to Cambodia Her love of *most* genres and how she enjoys going through all of the emotions with music Want to listen to Maria's top songs? ⁠⁠Follow our playlist⁠⁠ Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram ⁠⁠

Brandon Brown is our next guest on Sounds of Living. He explains how EDM has impacted his life in multiple areas. Specifically, the artist Da Tweekaz has been monumental in shaping various moments. Songs that are highlighted include "SHOTJEE," "Trash The Party," and "I'm With You." Brandon talks about Using music to escape from and overcome bullying Understanding how music complements your personality and energy The emotional experience that comes with listening to your favorite songs Want to listen to Brandon's top songs? ⁠Follow our playlist⁠ Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

Navi Singh is our fabulous first guest on Sounds of Living. He highlights how music contributes to his nostalgia for a summer in Los Angeles, studying for the dental admissions test and his experiences in helping people who are homeless. Navi discusses the following artists in this episode: Tyler, the Creator, Eminem and Kendrick Lamar. Navi talks about A song bringing him back to the time he lived in L.A. for a summer internship How music can help you gain motivation and confidence in yourself Growing up in a bubble and his experiences with populations that are homeless Donate or volunteer for St. Vincent de Paul Phoenix Want to listen to Navi's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram

In this episode, Alex Kellerman introduces audiences to Sounds of Living. He describes his own experiences and moments where music made an impact, setting the stage for the structure of each episode and what listeners can expect. Artists including Journey, Taylor Swift, and Kendrick Lamar are highlighted. Alex talks about Growing up listening to rock ballads and how they defined his view of emotions as a man Going from disliking Taylor Swift's music to owning every one of her (Taylor's Version) vinyl's Hip hop and rap's themes and learning new perspectives of viewing the world Want to Alex's top songs? Follow our playlist Follow us @soundsoflivingpodcast on Instagram