Podcasts about Chord

More housing and jobs are coming to Long Island City. The City Council voted today to approve the OneLIC plan that will update zoning laws to allow for more businesses and apartments to be built. City Council estimates that OneLIC will create over 14,000 new housing units and jobs along with over 3.5 million square feet of commercial space. Election season is upon us. WFUV's reporters are looking into what New Yorkers will see on the ballot. Today, WFUV's Sienna Reinders explains proposal 2, which fast-tracks affordable housing. Yesterday afternoon, the category 5 storm, Hurricane Melissa, made landfall in Jamaica and caused tremendous damage to houses, roads and other key infrastructure all across the island. A New York City based foundation, JAHJAH, or Jamaicans Abroad Helping Jamaicans At Home, is collecting money and resources for those impacted. WFUV's Frank Spicuzza spoke with the founder to hear more about how they're helping the victims. WFUV's Strike a Chord public service campaign highlights local non profits. This season's campaign focuses on organizations that promote environmental justice. Uptown Boogie and Healthy Project is a nonprofit with a focus on the food cycle and providing food accessibility to New Yorkers. WFUV's Lainey Nguyen sits down with the organization's founder, Judith Desire to hear more about its work. Host/Producer: Alexandra Pfau Editor: Tess Novotny Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg Reporter: Frank Spicuzza Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Lainey Nguyen Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

This week we finish up with one more fun and useful chord progression. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support! If you're serious about playing better jazz, not someday, but now, you probably ready for mentorship. You don't have to do this on your own anymore! Private & group lessons, a community of like-minded musicians, and everything you need to keep making progress. Click here to learn more and apply

Lester Kiewit speaks to Pontsho Pilane, an author and communications expert, about why the death of right wing American activist Charlie Kirk struck a chord with South Africans who mirrored his Christian nationalism. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haunting Jazz Piano Progressions: 5 Minor Chord Sequences That Send Chills

In this episode, Emily breaks down the layered energies of October, what's unfolding collectively, and how to work with it instead of getting swept up in the swirl.Midway through, you'll drop into a potent energy activation that's like a chord healing… on intuitive steroids (the good kind). You'll tune into your connections, get clear on what's yours vs. what's not, and receive powerful energetic support, for yourself and the people in your life.Think of this as an energetic reboot that leaves you clearer, lighter, and way more plugged into your power.For ways to work with Emily: www.emilymarie.com

John is broadcasting from his hotel in South Carolina. His monologue is about Trump's latest addiction - slaughtering innocent migrant fisherman with no due process; this time off the coast of Venezuela. He also talks about Trump rewarding former New York congressman George Santos for Republican loyalty by commuting his prison sentence. Then, John welcomes back Democratic Political Strategist Max Burns to talk about his latest piece in Dame Magazine: "Governor Pritzker Sets An Example in How to Meet This Moment". And closing it up, he jokes with TV's Frank Conniff of MST3K on pop culture, Combover Caligula, and the Epstein files.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we isolate and attack yet another essential harmonic progression with a very fun and beneficial time feel. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support! If you're serious about playing better jazz, not someday, but now, you probably ready for mentorship. You don't have to do this on your own anymore! Private & group lessons, a community of like-minded musicians, and everything you need to keep making progress. Click here to learn more and apply

In this week's episode, Paul Andrews goes back to basics to tackle one of the trickiest and most important chord changes for beginner guitarists: moving from the C chord to the G chord. He breaks down why this chord change matters, the challenges beginners face, his top practical tips for smoother transitions, and suggests four popular songs to practice your new skills.Key Talking PointsWhy the C to G Chord Change Is So ImportantThis change pops up constantly in popular music—think pop, rock, country, and folk.Although it's tricky, mastering this chord change is crucial for building your foundation as a guitarist.Challenges Beginners Face:No pivot fingers or common tones — all fingers must move.Big distance between the chord shapes.Stray or muted strings as fingers move.Timing issues that interrupt a song's flow.Tips & Tricks to Improve Your C to G Chord Changes:Focus on Shape, Sound, and Speed—in That OrderLock in the shape before worrying about speed.Isolate and practice each chord using the “hand on knee” technique and “folded corners” approach to get fingers down at the same time.Minimize Unnecessary MovementKeep fingers close to the strings—less travel equals faster changes.Target PracticeEnsure each finger lands directly where it needs to go.Air TimeStart forming the next chord shape before your fingers reach the strings.Strumming TechniquesUse the “windshield wipers” method—keep your strumming hand moving even if it means hitting open strings momentarily.Try “leaving the party early”—let go of the chord slightly before the change to give your fingers more time to get in position.Exercise for Tracking Progress:Set a timer for 30 seconds and count how many times you can change from C to G and back, one strum per chord. Track your progress over time, but be patient!Practice Songs Featuring the C to G Change:“Love Me Do” (The Beatles) – Primarily G and C, great for simple repetition.“Leaving on a Jet Plane” (John Denver) – Focuses on C and G with the occasional D chord.“Hey Joe” (Jimi Hendrix) – Five-chord progression, includes C to G in the loop.“Ring of Fire” (Johnny Cash) – Fast-paced, lots of C to G transitions.Additional ResourcesFree Guide:8 Simple Ways to Make Faster Progress on GuitarDownload Paul's free PDF and accompanying videos to supercharge your practice.Watch the Episode:The video version is available on the Beginner Guitar Academy YouTube channel or at BGAPodcast.com.Get Structured Support:Try Beginner Guitar Academy for 14 days for just $1 at beginnerguitaracademy.com for lessons, community, and more resources.Closing Thoughts:With regular practice and by following Paul's tips, your C to G chord changes will get quicker and smoother. Don't rush—progress will come with consistency!

Apple CEO Tim Cook's unexpected appearance at Pop Mart's 10th anniversary showcase in China this week sparked both social media buzz and a stock rally.本周，苹果公司首席执行官蒂姆・库克意外现身泡泡玛特中国十周年庆典活动，这一消息不仅在社交媒体上引发热议，还推动泡泡玛特股价上涨。During his visit on Monday, Cook toured the "The Monsters" exhibition in Shanghai, met Pop Mart founder Wang Ning and artist Kasing Lung, and was gifted a custom Labubu figurine — a version of the brand's best-known character — clutching an iPhone. Videos and photos of Cook's meeting quickly went viral on social media, sending Pop Mart intraday shares up as much as 6 percent to HK$276.8 ($35.6) before paring gains to close at HK$263, with trading volume exceeding HK$4.4 billion.周一，库克在上海参观了“精灵天团”主题展览，会见了泡泡玛特创始人王宁及艺术家龙家升，并获赠一款定制版拉布布手办——拉布布是该品牌最具知名度的形象，这款定制手办手持iPhone。库克此次活动的相关视频与照片迅速在社交媒体上走红，带动泡泡玛特当日股价一度上涨6%，升至276.8港元（约合35.6美元），随后涨幅收窄，最终以263港元收盘，当日成交额超44亿港元。The company has reported record sales and a surge in demand for its collectibles across the globe. On Dewu App, a trendy online shopping platform, the Labubu third-generation series, released in April, has been purchased by 580,000 users, with more than 740,000 others listing it as "wanted". The hidden edition Labubu ID, initially priced at 99 yuan ($13.9), peaked at 4,523 yuan — a 45.7-fold increase — before falling back to around 664 yuan after restocks.据泡泡玛特披露，其全球销售额创下新高，旗下收藏品需求大幅增长。在潮流购物平台得物App上，今年4月推出的拉布布第三代系列产品，已有58万名用户下单购买，另有超74万名用户将其加入“求购”清单。其中，拉布布隐藏款ID手办初始售价为99元（约合13.9美元），价格最高曾飙升至4523元，涨幅达45.7倍；在品牌补货后，该手办价格回落至664元左右。Strong momentum was also seen in sales of its other intellectual properties such as Twinkle Twinkle and Skullpanda. Many figurines were sold out instantly upon release, driving robust resale premiums. Pop Mart's first-half 2025 financial report highlights its continued growth. Revenue from Labubu skyrocketed 6.7 times to 4.81 billion yuan, while Skullpanda brought in about 1.2 billion yuan, more than doubling from a year earlier.除拉布布外，泡泡玛特旗下其他知识产权（IP）产品如星星人、 Skullpanda系列的销量同样势头强劲。多款手办一经发售便迅速售罄，推动二手市场溢价空间显著。泡泡玛特2025年上半年财报显示，公司持续保持增长态势：拉布布相关收入同比激增6.7倍，达48.1亿元；Skullpanda系列收入约12亿元，较去年同期实现翻倍增长。The rise of Pop Mart mirrors a wider wave of Chinese guochao (domestic trend) brands gaining global attention. In the first three quarters, China's exports of festive supplies, dolls and animal-shaped toys exceeded 50 billion yuan, reaching more than 200 economies, said Wang Lingjun, vice-minister of the General Administration of Customs.泡泡玛特的崛起，折射出中国“国潮”品牌受到全球关注的大趋势。中国海关总署副署长王令浚表示，今年前三季度，中国节庆用品、玩偶及动物造型玩具出口额超500亿元，产品远销全球200多个经济体。Travelers visiting China increasingly treat Labubu as must-buy souvenirs, and international fans have begun showcasing their collections online. China Open men's singles finalist Learner Tien from the United States, for instance, gave a public shoutout to friends who gifted him Labubu toys during a recent trip in China.如今，来中国旅游的游客愈发将拉布布视为必买纪念品，全球各地的粉丝也开始在网上展示自己的收藏。例如，美国选手勒纳·钱在近期中国之行中收到朋友赠送的拉布布玩具，这位中国网球公开赛男单决赛选手公开表达了感谢。Labubu has demonstrated strong resilience as an IP, said Tian Lan, analyst at Euromonitor International."Its evolution from picture-book art to plush formats has been a major success, showing a brand that knows how to innovate without losing its core DNA."欧睿国际分析师田兰（音译）指出，拉布布作为一个IP展现出强劲的生命力。“从绘本艺术形象拓展到毛绒玩具，拉布布的这一转型取得巨大成功，这体现出该品牌既懂得创新，又始终坚守核心特质。”Pop Mart's IP strategy has evolved meaningfully in recent years. The company is transitioning from a blind-box seller to a vertically integrated IP incubator, where hits like Labubu and Twinkle Twinkle serve as both growth engines and proof of concept, according to Lan. Twinkle Twinkle, in particular, demonstrates that consistent IP investment can generate sustainable creative and financial returns.田兰表示，近年来泡泡玛特的IP战略实现了富有意义的升级。公司正从盲盒销售商向垂直整合的IP孵化平台转型，拉布布、星星人等热门IP不仅成为企业的增长引擎，也印证了其IP孵化模式的可行性。尤其是星星人系列，充分说明对IP进行持续投入，能够带来可持续的创意成果与经济效益。The company's growing ecosystem — spanning product, animation, retail experience, and licensing — suggests a scalable model, said Lan."The key will be to maintain portfolio balance and cross-IP differentiation, ensuring that each property contributes to a coherent cultural universe rather than competing for short-term attention," Lan added.田兰认为，泡泡玛特不断完善的生态体系——涵盖产品研发、动画制作、零售体验及授权合作等领域——表明其商业模式具备可复制拓展的潜力。“关键在于保持IP组合的平衡与不同IP间的差异化，确保每个IP都能为构建统一的文化生态体系助力，而非单纯为争夺短期关注度而相互竞争。”Speaking on fast-moving consumer taste in designer toys, Lan said it follows identifiable emotional and cultural patterns rather than pure randomness.谈及潮流玩具领域消费者需求的快速变化，田兰表示，这一变化遵循可识别的情感与文化逻辑，并非纯粹随机。"Brands that continuously listen, co-create with fans, and express evolving values can capture long-term loyalty even in short-term trend cycles," Lan said. "What matters is cultural sensitivity and agility, not just predictions. In that sense, the designer toy market remains less about chasing hype and more about building emotional equity over time."“在短期潮流周期中，那些持续倾听消费者声音、与粉丝共同创作、并传递与时俱进价值观的品牌，能够赢得长期的用户忠诚度。重要的是对文化的敏感度与应变能力，而非单纯的趋势预测。从这个角度而言，潮流玩具市场的核心并非追逐热度，而是通过长期积累构建情感价值。”rallyn.回升，上涨/ˈræli/surgen.激增，猛增/sɜːdʒ/resiliencen.适应力，恢复力；/rɪˈzɪliəns/scalableadj.可扩展的，可规模化的/ˈskeɪləbl/

Big moves. Bold leadership. Real impact.In this episode of The Oilfield 360, hosts David de Roode and Victoria Beard sit down with Danny Brown, CEO of Chord Energy. From his journey as a mechanical engineer to leading a major oil and gas company, Danny shares insights on the merger of Oasis Petroleum and Whiting Petroleum forming Chord Energy, which later merged with Canadian company Enerplus, the power of communication during transactions, and the future of four-mile plus unconventional lateral drilling and completions. He also highlights the vital role of oil and gas in everyday life and offers advice for the next generation of energy leaders. Tune in NOW!00:00 Welcome and Fall Weather Chat00:37 Football and Vegas Stories02:13 Introducing Danny Brown02:28 Danny Brown's Background05:34 Career Journey and Industry Insights13:03 Offshore vs. Onshore Experiences20:03 Chord Energy and Future Plans35:58 Modest Inventory Builds and Market Predictions36:27 Macro Environment and Decision Making36:50 Building a Resilient Organization39:37 Capital Allocation Strategies41:00 Diversity and Board Dynamics43:29 Employee Integration and Lessons Learned49:02 Leadership and Mentorship56:47 The Importance of Oil and Gas01:08:50 Final Thoughts and Advice

It's the last day to register to vote in New Jersey. Voters can head to nj.gov to register online with their drivers license or social security number. Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattereli are the candidates in the race for governor. The general election is on November 4th Mayor Adams said he's trying to make life more affordable for new mothers and families, adding two new programs that aim to avoid shelter and homelessness. WFUV's Nick Verone has more. This weekend, thousands of people participated in a 5K walk/run at Prospect Park. The event raised money for children in Gaza. WFUV's Xenia Gonikberg and Sienna Reinders bring us to Brooklyn to hear how the event unfolded. WFUV's Strike a Chord public service campaign highlights local non profits. This season we're spotlighting organizations that promote environmental justice. Uptown & Boogie Healthy Project is a nonprofit that provides fresh food accessibility to New Yorkers. I sat down with the organization's founder, Judith Desire to hear more about its work. Host/Producer: Lainey Nguyen Editor: Robin Shannon Reporter: Sienna Reinders Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg Reporter: Nick Verone Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

Ready for a new (and beautiful) essential jazz chord progression? This week's progression is one of my favorites. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support! If you're serious about playing better jazz, not someday, but now, you probably ready for mentorship. You don't have to do this on your own anymore! Private & group lessons, a community of like-minded musicians, and everything you need to keep making progress. Click here to learn more and apply

It's time to put a pin in Four Chord Music Festival 11, and to do that properly, we have Rishi Bahl, the founder of the festival on to talk all about how the fest went with some behind the scenes info. Make sure to sign up for early updates for next year at www.fourchordmusicfestival.com BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm  High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.  www.dragonwagonradio.com

It's time to put a pin in Four Chord Music Festival 11, and to do that properly, we have Rishi Bahl, the founder of the festival on to talk all about how the fest went with some behind the scenes info. Make sure to sign up for early updates for next year at www.fourchordmusicfestival.com BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network. www.dragonwagonradio.com

▶▶ If you're ready to stop guessing and start practicing with purpose, grab my Blues Elevation Toolkit. It's packed with scale patterns, licks, and daily routines designed to make every minute of practice actually build your skills. https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blues-elevation-toolkit If you've ever practiced for weeks without knowing whether you're improving, this episode is for you. I'll show you how to recognize real progress, spot the hidden signs of growth, and adjust your routine so every session moves you forward. SHOW NOTES - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-know-if-your-practice-is-actually-working-437 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly masterclasses, and weekly Q&A. https://www.playguitaracademy.com 1-on-1 Guitar Lessons - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/play-guitar-coaching PLAY GUITAR PODCAST - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/play-guitar-podcast/id1341900209 https://open.spotify.com/show/0MxjU2Y0L8PoYiTKmCtvpt YOUTUBE  (SUBSCRIBE)- https://www.youtube.com/@playguitaracademy FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/PlayGuitarAcademy/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/playguitargroup/ INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/playguitaracademy Copyright ©2025 Play Guitar Academy

The first minutes feel like a false start into fall—pumpkins, leaves, and office horror stories—then the ground tilts and we're off into ORβIT's ROAR era, where a five-member lineup turns change into momentum. We walk through the reinvention with energy and honesty: who left, who stayed, who's writing, and why that matters to the sound. From the snarling opener to the last tender piano phrase, this album is a journey that swaps fluster for purpose and nostalgia for a new horizon.We go track by track to map the emotional terrain. 'TOO LOUD' hits like a sleek dark-pop bullet, all warning sirens and bass drops. 'DADADA' and 'RIDE ON' inject brass, disco guitar, and 70s groove for pure movement. 'HUFF!' crackles with duo-rock chaos that smells like a Friday night gone feral, while 'chocolate' slides into velvet R&B—intimate, urgent, and frankly irresistible. 'Our gravity' and '和音 (chord)' shift the tone with soft-disco warmth and a classic-leaning ballad laced with silver-and-gold romance, showcasing layered harmonies and sincere writing. 'Panorama' sprints forward with a bright pop‑rock rush, and 'ENCORE' sends us home with that aching, hopeful swell that says the story isn't over.What makes ROAR special isn't just genre range—it's authorship. Members pen lyrics, stamp moods, and let their personalities steer units and choruses. You can hear a group recalibrating in real time: tighter blend, sharper edges, bigger heart. If you're EαRTH, you'll catch the winks; if you're new, you'll still feel the lift. Expect keywords like ORβIT ROAR review, J‑pop album breakdown, track-by-track analysis, funk pop, rock duo, R&B ballad, and member-written songs to bring fellow listeners into the conversation. Hit play, pick your top three, and tell us where the album surprised you most. If this breakdown resonates, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review—your support keeps these deep dives coming.ORβIT info: Instagram X YouTube official TikTok ROARSupport the showPlease help Music Elixir by rating, reviewing, and sharing the episode. We appreciate your support!Follow us on:TwitterInstagram BlueskyIf have questions, comments, or requests click on our form:Music Elixir FormDJ Panic Blog:OK ASIA

We take a look at the latest release in the Black Archive series from Obverse Books in our latest episode. Their first book to feature the Fifteenth Doctor is The Devil's Chord, from season 1/series 14/ season 40 (delete as applicable). Author Dale Smith tells us why he chose this story - but will we get non-diegetic?

Flyin' Jay of the band Year of the Dragon (formerly of Fishbone) is our guest this week to chat about the new YOTD ep Dragon Burn out now on Manic Kat RecordsFLYIN' JAYhttps://yearofthedragonband.comhttps://www.instagram.com/illtrombonehttps://www.instagram.com/year_of_the_dragonhttps://www.manickatrecords.com/year-of-the-dragon-dragon-burn/?srsltid=AfmBOopjd5X-JXpXrCyzD9fkhsS9rm3Q6G_lGzondzkV37OA2ECZ6SpSPCHInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs -https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthonyhttps://cash.app/$anthmerchpowerchordhour@gmail.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 8 to 11 est/Tuesday Midnight to 3 est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.Special Thanks to my buddy Jay Vics for the behind the scenes help on this episode!https://www.meettheexpertspodcast.comhttps://www.jvimobile.com

This month we dive into studying some essential harmonic movements isolated into sweet, sweet backing tracks that we can build unlimited vocabulary with. Enjoy! WANT THE RESOURCES THAT GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE?? Head over to our Patreon page and when you donate $3 or more a month you get the resources for this episode and every other. We will also be bringing you many extras exclusively to our patrons including transcriptions and a FREE gift  of our latest Ebook, The Diatonic Method. We hope that we bring you value every week here at the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson and we appreciate all of your support! If you're serious about playing better jazz, not someday, but now, you probably ready for mentorship. You don't have to do this on your own anymore! Private & group lessons, a community of like-minded musicians, and everything you need to keep making progress. Click here to learn more and apply

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Chris Ballew (The Presidents of the United States of America, Casper Babypants) returns to the Power Chord Hour to talk all about his new solo album (and second of 2025) Ready to PopCHRIS BALLEWhttps://chrisballew.orghttps://chrisballew.bandcamp.comhttps://www.instagram.com/chrisballewhttps://www.instagram.com/pusabandPCHInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs -https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthonyhttps://cash.app/$anthmerchpowerchordhour@gmail.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 8 to 11 est/Tuesday Midnight to 3 est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.Special Thanks to my buddy Jay Vics for the behind the scenes help on this episode!https://www.meettheexpertspodcast.comhttps://www.jvimobile.com

Strength&Solidarity is taking a break and that gives us a chance to re-up some favourite episodes.Here's Coda #3 in which US civil rights veteran  Charles Cobb Jr looks back to 1963 and a chance meeting between some young black activists in the segregated south and a future Kenyan Vice President.  That event went on to be celebrated in a song that became a favourite in the civil rights movement.And don't forget there are nearly 50 codas for you to explore – young activist poets in Sudan's brilliant but sadly defeated revolution; a young US lawyer recalling the profound connection he found in 1980s El Salvador; a human rights ED who took up his guitar and sang us a lovely Mercedes Sosa song – not to mention favourite poems, music and activities – from wild swimming to reading to the kids at bedtime. It's a treasure trove for you to explore - take ten minutes out to decompress and experience someone-else's world.

In this Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast, Matt and Mark spend some time hanging out with Michael Nanula, CEO, and Ari Sussman, Whiskey Maker, from Three Chord Bourbon. They talk with Michael and Ari about their respective backgrounds and how they each got into the Bourbon world, the rebranding that Three Chord has gone through recently and how they are tying together the world of Bourbon and the world of music, and what the future looks like for Three Chord. They also taste and review their new Flipside Triple Wood, their Strange Collab, their Riot Double Bonded Rye, and their Hard Pressed Tennessee Whiskey. This Episode of The Bourbon Life Podcast is sponsored by Three Chord Bourbon and The Kitchen Table at James B. Beam Distilling Co. Check out all of our amazing sponsors online at:  www.threechordbourbon.com www.visitthekitchentable.com  

Most of us can agree: music is awesome. Regardless of which songs speak to you, music probably plays an important role in your life. The question is, what makes music so powerful? Why does a particular combination of sounds and rhythms grab us and affect us in the way that it does? And is it true that music can help heal patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, PTSD, chronic pain, and more? To help us understand what we're learning about the neuroscience of music and how it can heal and enrich our lives, we're speaking with Daniel Levitin. He's a musician and a producer as well as a neuroscientist and bestselling author. His newest book is "I Heard There was a Secret Chord: Music As Medicine." Learn More:"I Heard There Was a Secret Chord" playlistMenon, V., & Levitin, D. J. (2005). The rewards of music listening: Response and connectivity of the mesolimbic system. NeuroImage.Menon, V. (2023). 20 years of the default mode network: A review and synthesis. Neuron.Salimpoor, V. N., et al. (2013). Interactions between the nucleus accumbens and auditory cortices predict music's reward value. Science.Wang, L., Peng, J.-l., et al. (2022). Effects of rhythmic auditory stimulation on gait and motor function in Parkinson's disease: Systematic review & meta-analysis. Frontiers in Neurology.Zumbansen, A., et al. (2014). Melodic Intonation Therapy: Back to basics for future research. Frontiers in Neurology.Moreno-Morales et al. (2020). Music therapy in the treatment of dementia: Systematic review & meta-analysis. Frontiers in Medicine.Allen, E. J., et al. (2017). Representations of pitch and timbre variation in human auditory cortex. Journal of Neuroscience.Sonos/Apple “Music Makes It Home” study (2016). "This Speaker Company Says Music Makes You Happier." Time Magazine.We want to hear from your neurons! Email us at at neuronspodcast@stanford.eduSend us a text!Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying our show, please take a moment to give us a review on your podcast app of choice and share this episode with your friends. That's how we grow as a show and bring the stories of the frontiers of neuroscience to a wider audience. Learn more about the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute at Stanford and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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This week on the show Jeff Dean of Heavy Seas and Her Heads on Fire chat about the latest Heavy Seas release By Degrees and lots moreHEAVY SEAShttps://www.instagram.com/heavyseaschicagohttps://www.facebook.com/heavyseaschicagoPCHInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs -https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthonyhttps://cash.app/$anthmerchpowerchordhour@gmail.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 8 pm est/Tuesday Midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.Special Thanks to my buddy Jay Vics for the behind the scenes help on this episode!https://www.meettheexpertspodcast.comhttps://www.jvimobile.com

Award-winning Scots-Canadian singer-songwriter, David Leask, is a celebrated writer and performer, known for his emotionally resonant songwriting, soulful voice, and deep musical craftsmanship that flows freely between genres. Throughout his three decade long career, Leask has performed over 3,000 shows and earned accolades across multiple genres. Described by SOCAN's Words & Music Magazine as an …

The new documentary on musician Shayne Carter titled 'Life in one chord' has been described as one to watch in the cinemas by flicks.co.nz editor Steve Newall. He told Francesca Rudkin that, "the need for volume in a Shayne Carter documentary is very important, and it's also beautifully filmed.' The documentary will be shown in cinemas around New Zealand next week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exploring harmony in our educational settings with Richard Dunne & Hilary Wyatt.In this episode, we look at the idea of harmony in education, discussing art, music, geometry and nature and how these aspects of a curriculum can bring harmony both to children and adults, parents, teachers, the staff body and the wider community.Richard Dunne is a former state school headteacher with a 30-year career in education. He is founder and director of The Harmony Project, which puts nature and sustainability at the heart of learning. The organisation works with schools both in the UK and around the world to develop harmony in education.Hilary Wyatt is the Headmistress of St James Nursery & Preparatory School in London. She has taught for 30 years and held senior leadership roles for 17 of those years—15 of which were in London prep schools, including eight as Head of a Pre-Prep and seven as Headteacher. In addition, she is an ISI schools inspector and the mother of two daughters, both of whom attended St James' Senior Girls' School. Links & Notes:More information on The Harmony Project can be found here: https://www.theharmonyproject.org.uk/St James Prep School is a a co-educational independent day school for children aged 2–11 in West Kensington, London. It is part of the St James network of schools, including the Senior Girls School on the same site in Olympia and the Senior Boys School in Ashford. More information can be found here: https://www.stjamesschools.co.uk/prepschool/Viviane Robinson, mentioned in the episode, is an emeritus professor at the University of Auckland specialising in organisational and educational psychology. Joe Kirby's blog has a neat summary of some of her research: https://joe-kirby.com/2023/04/15/problem-solving-viviane-robinson-and-the-shoulders-of-giants-1/Miles Richardson is a Professor of Human Factors and Nature Connectedness at the University of Derby. You can read more about his research on his blog: https://findingnature.org.uk/David recommended Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths by Maisie Chan. It is brilliant, both for middle grade readers as well as adults with a great sense humour. Read for the Romanesco, stay for the excellent character of Nai Nai.This blog post by Susan Davis explains more about the principle of Cynefin, defined by Richard as 'rootedness' and 'a sense of place': https://www.bera.ac.uk/blog/editorial-doing-cynefin-exploring-ideas-on-belonging-connectedness-and-community-in-the-curriculum-for-walesMore about the new Curriculum for Wales can be found here: https://hwb.gov.wales/curriculum-for-wales/

In this episode of the Good Leadership Podcast, Charles Good and Dr. Michael Brenner explore the profound connections between music and leadership. They discuss how emotional intelligence, trust, communication, and respect are essential for effective leadership. Through powerful analogies and stories from musicians, they illustrate how leaders can inspire their teams, foster creativity, and navigate challenges. The conversation emphasizes the importance of gratitude, humility, and the ability to adapt in the face of adversity, ultimately guiding listeners to strike the right chord in their leadership journey.TAKEAWAYSMusic and leadership share common principles.Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership.Gratitude and humility can transform team dynamics.Trust is the foundation of high-performing teams.Effective communication involves visual, vocal, and verbal elements.Harmony in teams requires understanding diverse personalities.Accountability should be fostered without blame.Respect is essential for healthy team interactions.A clear vision motivates and unites teams.Constraints can drive creativity and innovation.Chapters00:00 The Intersection of Music and Leadership02:43 Emotional Intelligence and Leadership05:12 Gratitude and Humility in Leadership12:41The Glue of Trust in Teams18:05 The Three V's of Communication24:52 Achieving Harmony in Teams29:58 Learning from Mistakes: The Miles Davis Approach33:43 Cultivating Accountability in Leadership38:49 The Power of Respect in Teams44:33 Vision and Direction: The North Star of Leadership49:53 The Importance of Support in Leadership56:13 Creativity and Innovation Through Constraints#leadershipinspiration #MusicAndLeadership #LeadershipRhythm#StrikeTheRightChord #LeadershipHarmony#thegoodleadershippodcast #CharlesGood #MichaelYBrenner

John Doe returns to the Power Chord Hour to talk about the upcoming X and Los Lobos tour, the making of the final X record Smoke & Fiction, what a band looks for in a producer and how that changes later in a bands career, what new songs have translated live the best and much moreJOHN DOEhttp://www.xtheband.comhttps://linktr.ee/theejohndoehttps://xtheband.bandcamp.com/album/smoke-fictionhttps://www.instagram.com/xthebandofficialhttps://www.instagram.com/theejohndoePCHInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs -https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthonyhttps://cash.app/$anthmerchpowerchordhour@gmail.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 8 pm est/Tuesday Midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.

INTERVIEW: Director Margaret Gordon on new film 'Life In One Chord' screening at NZIFF 2025 by Zac Hoffman on Radio One 91FM Dunedin

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Ever wondered how chord progressions work and why they're important to music? In this episode, Marlene breaks down what chord progressions are, why they're important for songwriting and performance, and how to use them to create smoother transitions and memorable tunes!  In this episode, Marlene mentions the Thursday Tips blog   Start Your Free 7-day Yo-Guitar Video Library Trial! Join our Guitar Tips Community! Don't miss out, our next jam session is 8/20! Marlene's Guitar Courses & Learning Resources Yo-Guitar Video Library Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!  Coaching Sessions Marlene's Tips For Guitar Playing Success book Thursday Tips blog Facebook    Instagram    X (Twitter)     YouTube     Thank you to our sponsor! GatorCo.com   Available on... @YouTube @applepodcasts @applemusic @spotify  @spotifypodcasts  #chordprogressions #commonchordprogressions #masterchordprogressions #howto #learnguitar #guitar #learnguitar #playguitar #guitartips #guitarpodcast  Credits: Creator, Host, Producer: Marlene Hutchinson This podcast was made possible in part by: Gator Cases I Create Sound - www.icreatesound.com

This week I am joined by the guitar legend that is Nancy Wilson of Heart! Nancy talks about the summer/fall Royal Flush 2025 tour and hitting the road with Cheap Trick and Todd Rundgren, fifty years of Dreamboat Annie (and where it falls on her list of favorite Heart records), Nancy's live guitar rig, her involvement with Roadcase Management and much moreNANCY WILSON/HEARTwww.heart-music.comwww.instagram.com/heartofficialwww.instagram.com/nancywilsonwww.roadcasemanagement.comPCHInstagram - www.instagram.com/powerchordhourTwitter - www.twitter.com/powerchordhourFacebook - www.facebook.com/powerchordhourYoutube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jTfzjB3-mzmWM-51c8LggSpotify Episode Playlists - https://open.spotify.com/user/kzavhk5ghelpnthfby9o41gnr?si=4WvOdgAmSsKoswf_HTh_MgDonate to help show costs -https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pchanthonyhttps://cash.app/$anthmerchpowerchordhour@gmail.comCheck out the Power Chord Hour radio show every Friday night at 8 pm est/Tuesday at Midnight est on 107.9 WRFA in Jamestown, NY. Stream the station online at wrfalp.com/streaming/ or listen on the WRFA app.

Watch on YouTubeWelcome Natalie Layne, to The Worship Keys Podcast! Natalie opens up about life on the road, her early days in music, and how she went from indie artist to signing with Centricity Music. We talk about everything from her classical roots to her creative songwriting process. Natalie also shares about her journey on social media, the story behind her new album All Joy, and what it's really like carving a path in today's music scene. Plus, she gives us a taste of her favorite tracks live—don't miss out on this episode. Natalie LayneFree Gift Grateful ForFree Gift The Long WayThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

This week on Riff Worship, we're thrilled to present an exclusive interview with guitarist Trevor de Brauw of the legendary Chicago quartet Pelican! We'll explore the band's remarkable 25-year evolution, culminating in their critically acclaimed 7th album, Flickering Resonance.Join us as we discuss Pelican's roots in the eclectic Chicago DIY punk and hardcore scene, including early bands like Yellow Road Priest and pivotal shows at the Fireside Bowl, and how these experiences shaped them into the instrumental powerhouse they are today!Pelican - Flickering Resonance is OUT NOW via Run for Cover Records: https://runforcoverrecords.com/collections/pelican-productsRecommendations:Bursting - BurstingHayden Pedigo - I'll Be Waving As You Drive AwayArcadea - The Exodus of GravityReady for Death - Pay With Your FaceBlack Sabbath - The First Six RecordsFollow Riff WorshipInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/riffworshippod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/RiffWorshipPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RiffWorshipPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our Official Playlists:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Riffs on Repeat (Spotify)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hits from the Crypt (Apple)

▶▶ Download my FREE Guide to Clear Sounding Chords - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chordguide Tired of running through the same chord progressions over and over? In this quick lesson, I'll show you how to turn simple progressions into creative, engaging practice sessions that actually improve your playing. SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/how-to-practice-chord-progressions-without-getting-bored-423 PLAY GUITAR ACADEMY - Instant access to the tabs, backing tracks, and guitar pro files from all my lick videos, Monthly masterclasses, and weekly Q&A. https://www.playguitaracademy.com 1-on-1 Guitar Lessons - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/play-guitar-coaching PLAY GUITAR PODCAST - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/play-guitar-podcast/id1341900209 https://open.spotify.com/show/0MxjU2Y0L8PoYiTKmCtvpt YOUTUBE  (SUBSCRIBE)- https://www.youtube.com/@playguitaracademy FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/PlayGuitarAcademy/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/playguitargroup/ INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/playguitaracademy Copyright ©2025 Play Guitar Academy.

Watch on YouTubeIn this episode, Carson Bruce sits down with special guest Alex Smith from Georgia to break down five must-know chord progressions every worship keys player should have in their toolkit. Recorded live at Foothills Church in Knoxville, Tennessee, this session is packed with practical tips for beginner and intermediate musicians from embellishments and inversions to building confidence behind the keys. Alex also shares her personal journey, demonstrates on a Juno DS keyboard, and unpacks how to stay creative while staying rooted in purpose. Don't miss the part where they talk about the deeper why behind worship music—and how your playing shapes the atmosphere.Alex SmithThanks for listening! Subscribe here to the podcast, as well as on YouTube and other social media platforms. If you have any questions or suggestions for who you want as a featured guest in the future or a topic you want to hear, email carson@theworshipkeys.com. New episodes release every Wednesday!

It's been a hell of a month hyping up Four Chord Music Festival and we're ending it with a bang. One of the coolest, most unique bands out there Keep Flying just released their first full length record and they're on tour forever promoting it. We talk to John about how the band started, their history with FCMF and more. Check out Keep Flying's Time & Tide out now https://open.spotify.com/album/73YiFRtFRWBE2pKkgZUsoS?si=Q0y73-u3QbWBT6VZUhBxQg  BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm  High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.  www.dragonwagonradio.com

On our road to Four Chord Music Festival this week we're chatting with Joe and Bert from the band Mallory Run. Based out of Edinboro, PA they are about to be 3 time alums to Four Chord. We talk about the beginnings of the band, rock one of their tracks and chat about what Four Chord has meant to them. Make sure and check them out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/673ozZmEIahPL1NDZgvVZ4?si=3tNbXEIGQH-rA6xwd3O9IA  BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm  High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.  www.dragonwagonradio.com

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Next up on the Road to Four Chord we're checking in with one of our favorite OG bands, Adam and John from Home Grown! Since we've last spoken with Adam the band has reunited, played a handful of shows, and booked Four Chord. We chat all about the past, present and future of Home Grown! BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm  High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.  www.dragonwagonradio.com

For the month of June we're hyping up one of the coolest indie festivals out there - Four Chord Music Festival in Pittsburgh. We're devoting all our episodes to bands playing this year's Four Chord and we're kicking it all off with the man himself... the creator of the entire event... and frontman for Eternal Boy - Rishi Bahl! We dive in deep to Eternal Boy and how the festival got started plus get some inside info into the booking process of the festival. Join us at the show - tickets are available at www.fourchordmusicfestival.com  BECOME A PATRON and support the show while access to exclusive material: http://www.patreon.com/hsnepod Be sure to follow us on all social media @HSNEpod and visit http://www.hsnepod.com for official merchandise and more! Join in the conversation on our official Discord https://discord.gg/b3AdrAYURm  High School Never Ends is a part of the Dragon Wagon Radio independent podcast network.  www.dragonwagonradio.com

Welcome to episode 306 of The Cloud Pod – where the forecast is always cloudy!  This week, we have a bunch of announcements concerning the newest offering from Anthropic – Claude Sonnet 4 and Opus 4, plus container security, Azure MySQL Maintenance, Vertex AI, and Mistral AI. Plus, we've got a Cloud Journey installment AND an aftershow – so get comfy and get ready for a trip to the clouds! Titles we almost went with this week: ECS Failures Now Have 4x the Excuses Nailing Down Your Container Security, One Patch at a Time HashiCorp’s New Recipe: Terraform, AI, and a Pinch of MCP Teaching an Old DNS New IPv6 Tricks Dash-ing through the Klusters, in an AWS Console Google’s Generative AI Playground Gets a Glow-Up Vertex AI Studio: Now with 200% More Darkness! Like our souls Claude Opus 4 Strikes a Chord on Google Cloud Sovereign-teed to Please: Google Cloud’s Royal Treatment Google’s Cloud Kingdom Expands its Borders Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s AI? Anthropic Drops Sonne(t) 4 Knowledge on Vertex Mistral AI Chats Up a Storm on Google Cloud Google Cloud’s Vertex AI Gets a Dose of Mistral Magic .NET Aspire on Azure: The App Service Strikes Back Default Outbound Access Retires, Decides Florida Isn’t for Everyone  AI Is Going Great – or How ML Makes Money  01:52 Introducing Claude 4 Claude has launched the latest models in Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4, setting new standards for coding, advancing reasoning and AI agents. Maybe they'll actually follow instructions when told to shut down? (Looking at you, ChatGPT.) Claude Opus 4 is “the world's best coding model” with sustained performance on complex, long-running tasks and agent workflows.  Opus 4 has 350 billion parameters, making it one of the largest publicly available language models.  It demonstrates strong performance on academic benchmarks, including research.  Sonnet 4 is a smaller 10 billion parameter model optimized for dialogue, making it well-suited for conversational AI applications.  Alongside the models, they are also announcing: Extended thinking with tool use (beta): Both models can use tools – like web search – during extended thinking, allowing Claude to alternate between reasoning and tool use to improve its responses. New Model Capabilities: Both models can use tools in parallel, follow instructions more precisely, and when given access to local files by developers — demonstrate significantly improved memory capabilities, extracting and saving key facts maintain continuity and build tacit knowledge over time Claude code is now generally available: After receiving extensive positive feedback during our research preview, they are expanding how developers can collaborate with Claude.  Claude code now supports background tasks via gith

How to Lead Like a Maestro: Dr. Michael Brenner's Framework for Team HarmonyIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge talks with Dr. Michael Brenner, Founder and CEO of Right Chord Leadership. Dr. Brenner blends his lifelong passion for music with leadership consulting, offering a unique approach that uses musical principles to help leaders and teams perform in harmony. This conversation uncovers the power of rhythm, communication, and collaboration in leadership—and how leaders can apply the CHORDS framework to foster stronger, more effective teams.Merging Music with Leadership MasteryDr. Brenner's dual identity as a professional musician and leadership consultant sets the tone for a refreshingly creative conversation. He discusses how decades of experience playing woodwinds—saxophone, flute, and tin whistle—has shaped his understanding of teamwork and adaptability. Just as a band relies on listening and responding to each other in real time, leaders must foster an environment where communication and respect are non-negotiables.At the heart of Right Chord Leadership is the proprietary CHORDS model: Communication, Harmony, Ownership, Respect, Direction, and Support. According to Dr. Brenner, neglecting even one of these "notes" can throw an entire team off-key. He emphasizes that high-performing organizations aren't built on rigid hierarchies, but rather on the fluid, collaborative interplay of roles—much like an ensemble working in sync.Josh and Dr. Brenner explore the pitfalls of overcomplication in leadership. While many organizations invest in tools and strategies, they often overlook the human factors that drive engagement. Through this lens, Dr. Brenner advises leaders to prioritize clear communication, empower team members with ownership, and create a bold but realistic vision. By doing so, leaders can transform a disjointed group into a synchronized, high-impact team.About Dr. Michael BrennerDr. Michael Brenner is the Founder and CEO of Right Chord Leadership, where he helps leaders and teams "find their groove, get in sync, and work in harmony." A professional musician and award-winning educator, Dr. Brenner combines over 20 years of consulting experience with his passion for music to deliver powerful, interactive leadership training. He is a frequent keynote speaker and an expert in organizational culture, communication, and team development.About Right Chord LeadershipRight Chord Leadership infuses the energy of music into leadership development and team performance. Through interactive workshops, executive coaching, and customized programs, the firm helps organizations across industries enhance collaboration, communication, and employee engagement using the CHORDS model.Links Mentioned in this Episode:Right Chord LeadershipDr. Michael Brenner on LinkedInEpisode Highlights:How musical collaboration mirrors team dynamics in businessThe six principles of the CHORDS leadership modelWhy clear communication and ownership foster high performanceTips for creating a realistic, inspiring team visionHow to balance creativity with focused execution in leadershipConclusionDr. Michael Brenner offers a fresh and engaging take on leadership—one that champions emotional intelligence, collaboration, and purpose-driven direction. By applying the CHORDS framework, leaders can move beyond managing tasks and instead cultivate...

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When news broke that Trump’s senior military leadership had used an unsecured group chat to share sensitive information, the consequences were more than political—they were personal. For Kendall Brown, content creator, digital strategist, and a military spouse, the scandal known as SignalGate hit home: her husband’s life was directly endangered by the breach in protocol. Outraged, Kendall recorded a video of herself calling her senator’s office and demanding accountability. The clip went viral, drawing major media attention—and a wave of backlash. But while the threats and hate came in fast, Kendall, known for her sharp wit and thick skin, was more irritated by how unoriginal and not funny the trolls were. In this candid and surprisingly funny conversation with Bridget, Kendall shares what it’s like to live with the real-life consequences of political negligence. They dive into her experience as a military spouse, the realities of online activism, and what many on the left often get wrong about military families. Follow Kendall on TikTok: @kendallybrownRead more: Military Wife Rips Hegseth for Risking ‘Husband’s Life’ in Viral Video – The Daily Beast Follow Bridget across the internet: IG @BridgetMarieInDC TikTok @BridgetMarieInDC YouTube: ThereAreNoGirlsOnTheInternet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.