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Welcome back to When Words Fail Music Speaks, the show that explores how music can lift us out of depression, anxiety, and everyday struggles. In today's episode, host James Cox—your “professional handicapped” guide to the power of sound—sits down with Grammy‑winning arranger, composer, and multi‑instrumentalist Fletch Wiley.We dive deep into Fletch's remarkable story: a childhood trumpeter from Seattle who chased his dream to the University of North Texas, survived a battle with drugs, found a life‑changing conversion to Christianity in 1971, and has since devoted his talent to ministry, touring the world with his wife under the Heart and Art initiative.From the nuts‑and‑bolts of jazz—Fletch's recommendations for newcomers (Chuck Mangione, Kirk Whalum, Chris Bodie) and his take on the “all‑wrong‑notes” myth—to the art of arranging across genres (worship, film scoring, children's music, theater, and big‑band projects), the conversation reveals why he believes jazz is “the highest form of music” because it demands real‑time improvisation, listening, and technical mastery.Listeners will also get practical tips for getting into jazz, a behind‑the‑scenes look at his global benefit concerts (Turkey, Egypt, Albania, Nigeria, South Africa), and a few lightning‑round fun facts that showcase his personality—favorite coffee, dream super‑band lineup, the instrument that would complain the most, and the single piece that moves his soul (Beethoven's 2nd Movement of the 7th Symphony).Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado, a country‑music lover, or simply searching for the therapeutic resonance of melody, this episode offers inspiration, humor, and a heartfelt reminder that music really does speak—and can heal. Tune in, settle in, and let Fletch Wiley's story and wisdom harmonize with your own journey.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod Drunk Raccoon Hayley needs 5 more points Top 6 - Ways you will be able to tell Netflix has purchased Warner Bros Stolen Jewels recovered in a paper towel... SLP - Do you eat raw mushrooms? Most mispronounced words Gen Z are being stereotyped by older coworkers Lady Gaga concert review What was your last minute cancellation? Fletch lives without power for 30 hours Pantone colour of the year Fact of the day What is the cute thing your partner did for you recently? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Fletch and Vaughan were DISGUSTED at breakfast...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; move over Shannon's Hacks, Vaughan's got a wild hack for ya!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Fletch and Vaughan have a fun new airport game!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich, TD and Fletch dive into the world of sketchy gas station cuisine—listeners call in with their most questionable roadside meals, and yes, we're judging. A rare appearance from fan-favorite caller Joe Moon adds to the chaos. Plus, it's Bar Cart Friday, and Fuego Hard Ginger Beer rolls into the studio to spice things up with the gang.
Bar Cart Friday is back and hotter than ever! Deb and Todd from Fuego Hard Ginger Beer roll into the studio with Big Rich, TD and Fletch for a flavor-packed kickoff to the weekend. Presented by Keg N Bottle, this episode is all about good drinks, good friends and good Friday vibes.
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On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; special announcement for our Aussie fam!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, we speak to Jess Tyson, the news reporter who was hit by a seagull, and Dave Farrell from Linkin Park joins us on the phone New O.F. Tax issues NZ's biggest Google searches of 2025 Top 6 - Signs your truckie has a fake licence Oslen Tuck Trend SLP - Do you eat your burger of fries first? Fletch saves Hayley's day Jess Tyson Fletch gets glasses Do you not go by your real name? Dave Farrell Interview Brin wins weirdest Spotify wrapped of 2025 Fact of the day When did you shoot your shot? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich, TD and Fletch take your calls on the best and worst holiday cookies—yes, the hot takes get spicy. Then the guys break down the most-watched NFL regular-season game in history and why it had the whole country glued to their screens. Plus, Rich and TD drop some truly shocking lore about Lynyrd Skynyrd and the surprising origin of the band's name.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; we've found a cheaper alternative to therapy; a smash room!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, Eyes in the sky makes a return ahead of the IKEA opening and does Shannon deserve an apology? Romance authors have advice for men Top 6 - Ways to know its IKEA day Quiet Divorce SLP - Are you F*, Marry or Kill? Tinder Wrapped Who is the Manchild in your life? Shannon's Hack Bad New Brad Is Patsy mad at Fletch? What did you lie about to get a job? Fact of the day Eye in the sky - Vaughan takes out the chopper See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich, TD and Fletch kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable listener story about a Christmas party unlike ANY you've ever heard of. TD drops a scorching hot take on Demi Moore, Kat reveals a medical procedure the guys are jealous they didn't get to witness, and the whole crew gets you fully prepped for the most chaotic time of the year.
Perth Bears GM David Sharpe on signing strategy, South African market, sponsorship, Zac Lomax, staffing 00:00 Perth Bears joining in 2027 00:50 How did David get into the Bears job 03:00 Bears staffing roles to be lined up 03:40 Will they speak to Zac Lomax? 04:40 Do they get salary cap or squad dispensation? 06:00 Considering the flight times? 07:00 Will the NRL help with scheduling? 07:40 Do they have a marquee signing lined up? 08:45 Junior setup in Perth 10:00 Clubs with similar youth setup 12:05 Tapping into the South African markets 13:00 Sponsorship deals with the Bears 13:45 The support from the Perth community 14:20 Working with the Vietnamese Police Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday3pm on SEN 1170 AM Sydney2pm SEN 693 AM BrisbaneListen Online: https://www.sen.com.au/listenSubscribe to The Run Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSENFollow us on Social Media!TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsenX: https://x.com/joelfletchsen*Timecodes approximate* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SEN Cricket's Gerard Whateley previews the second test, Inglis in and Khawaja potential retirement? 00:00 How many days are we getting? 00:30 Josh Inglis as the Khawaja replacement? 02:00 Will Usman retire? 03:15 The future of the Australia side? 04:30 Will we have two different batting line-ups? 05:20 Are we nervous of England? 06:45 Who from England scares us the most? 08:00 How late can we make a change? 09:15 Will Jacks - Batting or bowling all rounder? 11:45 Is Brendan Mccullum under pressure? 13:40 Top Batsman and Bowler? 14:30 Interviewed Rory McIlroy this week 15:40 Does he watch multiple sports at once? Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday3pm on SEN 1170 AM Sydney2pm SEN 693 AM BrisbaneListen Online: https://www.sen.com.au/listenSubscribe to The Run Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSENFollow us on Social Media!TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsenX: https://x.com/joelfletchsen*Timecodes approximate* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Payne Haas set to sign with Broncos, Lomax chats to Western Force, Wests Tigers saga rolls on Listen to The Run Home with Joel and Fletch live every weekday3pm on SEN 1170 AM Sydney2pm SEN 693 AM BrisbaneListen Online: https://www.sen.com.au/listenSubscribe to The Run Home YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@JoelandFletchSENFollow us on Social Media!TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@joelfletchsenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelfletchsenX: https://x.com/joelfletchsen*Timecodes approximate* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; we find out if Producer Shannon succeeded in her bridesmaid duties!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, Why is the world obsessed with dead celebs genitals? The hair, hair tie Top 6 - Swallowing Heists Hayley's embarrassing hotel moment Tom Sainsbury SLP - Do you use a car sun shade? Carwen's hack Lewis Capaldi Were your parents a nightmare on Christmas? Hayley v Fletch - Splitwise The boyfriend test Fact of the day Have you read someone's private journal? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Big Rich, TD and Fletch crack open the Cyber Monday haul hotline as listeners confess the most unhinged deals they jumped on. From bargain brilliance to total buyer's remorse, it's all on the table. The crew also previews the future of Avatar and welcomes Kat back from her Panama adventure—stories included.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Hayley has hard launched a new relationship!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, Man orders a crazy pizza for his pregnant wife Women pretend to be men on LinkedIn Voice notes do's and don'ts ATM's Horny 2025 Wrapped Top 6 - Signs your plane is full of Salmon What crazy thing did you try in the name of health? SLP - Do you have an advent calendar Oxford word of the year Fletch needs glasses Who are you beefing with at the moment? Fact of the day Hayley's Christmas tree is up Doctors have heaps of annual leave See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich, TD and Fletch are talking you through your Thanksgiving hangover and diving straight into the hard-hitting holiday science: how long is too long to keep smashing those leftovers? The guys debate refrigerator ethics, gravy half-lives, and when that Tupperware becomes a biohazard. Then it's on to Cyber Monday—what are we buying, what should we be buying, and why are vacuums the universal hot item every single year? Rich has theories. TD has regrets. Fletch may or may not have bought something he didn't mean to. And finally… USOs. Yep—Unidentified Submersible Objects. The newest UFO craze has gone underwater, and the crew is sufficiently freaked out. Are they real? Are they robots? Are they just dolphins with attitude? No one knows, but the terror is real. Laughs, leftovers, and low-key panic—just another Monday with Big Rich, TD and Fletch!
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, are the orphans really gone? Or is there a mystery to solve... Bridge News Pet Prenup Top 6 - People who can eat soup How many days should you spend with family these holiday SLP - How do you dress for the airport It is finally Christmas tree day Wiggles drama Hayley has been nominated for an award When did you know the relationship was over? New low Pick me girls are back Fact of the day What did you buy without seeing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Costco PJ's and a power outage!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; A special dedication to a very important member of the show...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Vaughan's got a bone to pick with a shower door!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, we take on the case if the Invercargill Phantom Pool Pooper... will you name be cleared? Aussies drink more wine than Kiwis It's an ICK to only pay for what you ate The most popular toys for the year you were born Top 6 - Ways Simon Dallow will sign off for the last time Chris Martin and Gwenyth's Māori divorce? How bad were you in a crisis? Vaughan got poo on his face SLP - Would you want to be an influencer? Stranger Things crashed Netflix Poop Patrol - Tracking down the Phantom Pool Pooper Fact if the day Parent Drama See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Fletch saw something shocking at the gym!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Vaughan was caught taking a piccy...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, Celeb's wild egg story Gen Z is getting more work as they age Vaughan's chair flex You're in adolescence till 32 Top 6 - Things that will happen in the first week of the CHCH pool Hayley's Wicked Review Fletch asks Hayley for a favour When did the move go bad? August - Stranger Things Correspondents Do you like how your partner dresses? Fact of the day Sproull on the prowl SLP - Are NZ drivers agro? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fletch Wiley is a graduate of the University of North Texas, home of the One O'Clock Lab Band, and earned a graduate fellowship to Yale University. He has built a career working with diverse groups of artists, churches, theaters, ad agencies and record labels and has performed with luminary musical artists Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Doc Severinsen and Gladys Knight and the Pips. Fletch's story is one of rebirth from a music scene full of drugs and wayward hopes to new life, new hope, and new purpose. Grab his book to read the story! https://a.co/d/5Aon5HCLearn more!https://fletchwiley.com/Be in touch!Instagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MAnd at www.UPPC.orgMusic:"Vibing Over Venus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Modern Jazz Samba" by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-sambaLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Study And Relax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"On Hold for You" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Fletch Wiley is a graduate of the University of North Texas, home of the One O'Clock Lab Band, and earned a graduate fellowship to Yale University. He has built a career working with diverse groups of artists, churches, theaters, ad agencies and record labels and has performed with luminary musical artists Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Doc Severinsen and Gladys Knight and the Pips. Fletch's story is one of rebirth from a music scene full of drugs and wayward hopes to new life, new hope, and new purpose. Grab his book to read the story! https://a.co/d/5Aon5HCLearn more!https://fletchwiley.com/Be in touch!Instagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MAnd at www.UPPC.orgMusic:"Vibing Over Venus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Modern Jazz Samba" by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-sambaLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Study And Relax" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"On Hold for You" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Producer Shannon has set herself a left-field goal!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, the boys have returned from Aussie and Vaughan is on the watchlist??? Magnet Rake Cremation Awaketion Top 6 - Ways to get rid of feral cats Alien news Fletch calls out Hayley What do you hate about other generations? Shannon's Hack Vaughan is on a watch list SLP - Do you use your handbrake? What is the movie you can watch over and over? Fact of the day Fallout S2 - Walton Goggins Interview Vaughan's AI kiss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Fletch is back to talk about her experience with trauma as a child and how we can help our kids move from their own trauma to resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, its a girls takeover, Hayley & the producer girlies fill in while the boys are away Justice for Shannon Loneliness over Christmas Salvia pregnancy test Top 6 - Benefits of sleeping at a boys house Toe Tights?!? SLP - Are you hosting or attending Christmas? Handwriting ick Bet I Can Guess When Your Period's Due Where did you have to pee in public? Girl Math Hayley's dating wrapped Fact of the day What went wrong in the bridal party? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Hayley had a very odd Uber experience...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, what was your brutal nickname and what odd place did you get take on a first date? The Batman effect Tourists are screwing up reviews Tool's phone ban Top 6 - Thing that happened while Grinder was down The 2026 travel destination Hinge Wrapped Hayley's Taylor Swift dance Brutal nicknames Vaughan went shopping with teenagers Where did they take you on the first date Fact of the day Chris Parker Interview SLP - Have you decided on a New Years Resolution yet? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; we discover we might actually be back up invitees and Vaughan needs to sort out his feet...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Fletchy overheard a wild conversation...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; We realise Lightsabers are actually super bloody hot!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich TD and Fletch are back with a full Friday swing as San Diego gets soaked and the studio gets… creative. Today we break down the wildest home remedies our families swear by — from garlic-in-your-socks to mystery teas that may or may not violate the Geneva Convention. Then we dive into how San Diego handles rain (spoiler: terribly), including the traffic, the panic, and the accidental water features forming in everyone's backyard. And of course… it's Bar Cart Friday! We had the crew from Aztec Link Vodka stop by to help us celebrate. We tried their grape-distilled, ultra-smooth vodka and learned how they're giving back to SDSU athletes with every bottle sold. Nothing like a little locally-rooted boost to kick off the weekend. Grab an umbrella, grab a cocktail, and hang with us — it's a perfect storm of laughs, chaos and Friday energy.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, what was the worst kiss of your life? Raccoon News Shrinkflation is hitting bakers SLP - Would you put Menstrual Blood on your face to be hotter? Eminem is suing Top 6 - Things that wont be happening at Christmas this year Is Timothee Chalamet a rapper? Study says we are fat and sat Movie News What did you do at your school talent show? Fact of the day Worst kiss of your life? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; we dive into the world of the Terry's Chocolate Orange...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Rich, TD and Fletch are back with a full platter of chaos. First, the guys take a hard look at the slang terms that absolutely need to disappear forever. Then we roll into a 2025 purge list of things that deserve to be cancelled and forgotten. TD drops an all-timer HOA meltdown that may get him banned from neighborhood potlucks for life, and Big Rich reveals the ultimate hack to escape Friendsgiving without hurting feelings… or doing dishes. Strap in — this one gets spicy.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Hayley's serendipitous moment... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode of the Fletch, Vaughan & Hayley Big Pod, Aussie Prisoner suing for vegemite High school girlies don't want to get married Top 6 - Signs Hayley went to Metallica Man froze his wife - Now has a new girlfriend SLP - Do you still use Pinterest? Chat GPT Group Chat Met Gala Theme - What does it mean? Were you an underage criminal? TikTok Subscription?!? How did the proposal go wrong? Fact of the day Herman Update Patsy stole Hayley's Bra Fletch & Vaughan's Business Trip See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On Today's Lil Bitta Pod; Hayley likes to be looked at- except in this moment...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dodgy Black Friday sales Kumeu throuple's house division Top 6 - Recipes that don't need milk, cheese or butter AI is writing performance reviews Word of the year Shannon's Hack SLP - Would you date a hypnotist? Wicked Review Why did you cry on your birthday? Vaughan's kids TV questions Fact of the day How over the top do you go for Christmas? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.