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This is a panel discussion that includes: Arnie Arnesen, Bill Curry, Dave Levinthal Stephen Pimpare, Egberto Willies.Topics:Failure of MAHA: note the problems in the food that Americans consume, because of reduced checks by regulatory agencies.Trump's rant about voter fraud is itself a fraud, no proof, but intended use is to limit voting.ICE killings.The shadow docket used by the Supreme Court.Eugenics, as envisioned by Stephen MillerRed boxing by candidates' campaigns.The Constitution is now irrelevant, since SCOTUS ignores it.The time for incremental changes has passed. Only drastic changes can save the democracy. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "Dancing to the end of love," Leonard Cohen, 2010
Con Eurythmics, Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Ole Ole, Miguel Bosé, Mecano, Juan Carlos Godoy, Catalina y las Bordonas de Oro, Lucho Gatica, los Panchos, Francisco Alves, Silvia Pérez Cruz, María José Llergo, Leonard Cohen, Hailey Tuck y Van Morrison.
Leonard Cohen: Songs, Stories & Legacy | Rockshow Episode 222In Rockshow Episode 222, we take a deep dive into the extraordinary life, music, poetry, and lasting influence of Leonard Cohen—one of the most respected singer-songwriters of all time. From his beginnings as a celebrated Canadian poet and novelist to his transformation into a legendary recording artist, we explore the stories behind the songs that made him an icon.This episode examines Cohen's remarkable career, including classic albums such as Songs of Leonard Cohen, Songs of Love and Hate, New Skin for the Old Ceremony, Various Positions, I'm Your Man, The Future, and You Want It Darker. We discuss timeless songs including Suzanne, Bird on the Wire, Famous Blue Raincoat, Dance Me to the End of Love, Hallelujah, First We Take Manhattan, and many more.We also look at the historical moments that shaped Leonard Cohen's career, his influence on generations of artists, his literary background, and why his songwriting continues to resonate with listeners around the world. Along the way, we discuss his connections to artists such as Bob Dylan, Nick Cave, Tom Waits, Van Morrison, and others who helped define modern songwriting.Whether you're a lifelong Leonard Cohen fan or discovering his music for the first time, this episode celebrates the man, the music, and the enduring legacy of one of the greatest lyricists in popular music.
Get ready to be inspired as we dive deep into the world of music with one of its most iconic figures, Judy Collins. In this episode of takin' a walk, host Buzz Knight sits down with the legendary musician to explore her extraordinary journey through over six decades of captivating artistry. At 87 years young, Collins is currently on her 'Sweet Judy Blue Eyes Farewell Tour,' which she passionately describes as a celebration of her life’s work rather than a final goodbye. This heartfelt conversation is filled with music history insights and stories behind songs that have shaped not only her career but also the landscape of American music. Judy Collins shares her love for live performances and the joy she finds in connecting with audiences, reminding us that music is a universal language that transcends time and age. She reflects on her early musical influences, including the soothing sounds of her father's singing, and recounts her first encounters with legendary songwriters like Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. These legendary musicians have not only inspired her but also paved the way for countless indie artists who followed in their footsteps. The episode also delves into her songwriting journey, highlighting the profound impact of her late husband on her music and creativity. Collins discusses her recent album, 'Spellbound', which features entirely self-penned songs that echo her personal experiences and artistic reinvention. This album is a testament to her resilience and passion for music storytelling, showcasing her ability to evolve while staying true to her roots. Throughout the conversation, Judy Collins emphasizes the importance of friendship and social connections in leading a fulfilling life, reminding us that our relationships are as vital as our artistic endeavors. As she looks forward to future projects, including a new album, the episode serves as a beautiful tribute to her enduring legacy and unwavering love for music. Join Buzz Knight on this inspiring journey through music history as he uncovers the creative journeys of one of the most beloved music icons. Whether you’re a fan of classic rock history, jazz music, or simply love musician storytelling, this episode promises to resonate with anyone who appreciates the power of song. Tune in to takin' a walkfor an unforgettable experience filled with inspiring music stories and the magic of legendary songwriters. Support the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to When Words Fail, Music Speaks—the podcast that turns the universal language of melody into a lifeline for anyone battling the highs and lows of life. I'm your host, James Cox, a self‑confessed “professional handicapped” who can't always find the words, so I let the music do the talking.In today's episode we sit down with Shaka Mitchell, the visionary behind the Come Together Music Project. Chaka has built a platform—and a companion podcast—that uses the right song to open doors words alone never could. From the moment we met in Nashville's vibrant music scene, we dove into the stories that prove a single track can bridge generations, heal wounds, and spark unexpected friendships.Together we explore:The childhood anthem “I Wanna Be Rich” that once fueled Shaka's ambitions.The classic duet “Ebony & Ivory” that cemented a bond with his mother.The timeless power of Leonard Cohen's “Hallelujah”, played at weddings, funerals, and everything in between.How listening to music together—rather than just talking about it—creates a miniature concert‑experience that unlocks vulnerability.Our favorite “no‑skip” albums, from Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life to Led Zeppelin IV.The personal playlists we turn to when we feel alone in a crowded room, and the songs we'd never brave listening to again.Whether you're a seasoned audiophile or someone who just pressed “play” on a TikTok sound that nudged you back into the light, this conversation reminds us why — and how— music becomes the bridge between strangers, lovers, first‑responders, mayors, and anyone who's ever needed a soundtrack for the soul.Grab your headphones, press start, and let the music speak.
Miguel Ángel González Suárez te presenta el Informativo de Primera Hora en 'El Remate', el programa matinal de La Diez Capital Radio que arranca tu día con: Las noticias más relevantes de Canarias, España y el mundo, analizadas con rigor y claridad. Venezuela eleva a 1.943 los muertos por los terremotos. Hasta el momento han sido rescatadas "con vida" 6.461 personas, la mayor parte de ellas en los dos primeros días tras el desastre. Toda Canarias, en alerta por riesgo de incendios. El próximo día 2 y 3 de julio estaremos en directo desde el Hotel Coral Cotillo Beach. Hoy hace un año: El juez decretó prisión comunicada y sin fianza para Santos Cerdán tras su declaración en el Supremo. Hoy se cumplen 1.594 días de guerra entre Rusia y Ucrania. 4 años y 126 días. Hoy es miércoles 1 de julio de 2026. Día Internacional de la Fruta. Desde el año 2007 se celebra el Día Internacional de la Fruta el 1 de julio, una fecha creada para divulgar la importancia del consumo de frutas para una vida más saludable. Contribuyen a mejorar la salud y la nutrición de las personas, así como incrementar la biodiversidad y generar sostenibilidad ambiental. 1869: Las Cortes Constituyentes proclaman la nueva Constitución. 1938: en Estados Unidos comienza a publicarse la historieta Superman. 1952: en España se suprimen las cartillas de racionamiento. Tal día como hoy, 1 de julio de 1980 se lanza la primera cadena de televisión de noticias las 24 horas: CNN en Atlanta, Georgia. 1990: Bush y Gorbachov firman un documento sobre la reducción de armas estratégicas START, que prevé la disminución en un 30 por ciento de los arsenales nucleares y la finalización de la producción de armas químicas. Años más tarde, el 1 de julio de 1998, se funda en Bruselas el Banco Central Europeo para definir y ejecutar la política monetaria de la UE. 2013: El Celler de Can Roca, es elegido mejor restaurante del mundo por segunda vez. 2018: Pedro Sánchez se convierte en el nuevo presidente del Gobierno de España tras una moción de censura contra Mariano Rajoy. Patrocinio del santo de cada día por gentileza de la Casa de las Imágenes, en la calle Obispo Perez Cáceres, 17 en Candelaria. Santoral: San Iñigo, patrón de Calatayud (Zaragoza); San Pablo; San Simeón y Ntra. Sra. de la Luz. El Supremo de EE.UU. considera ilegal la orden de Trump que limita la ciudadanía por nacimiento ¿Cuáles son las ciudades de Europa con mayor calidad de vida del mundo? El Supremo abre la puerta a llevar a la justicia europea el proceso extraordinario de regularización de migrantes. Mario Conde, Isabel Pantoja y Bertín Osborne repiten en la lista de morosos que lideran compañías de hidrocarburos. La playa de Las Teresitas, uno de los enclaves más conocidos y visitados de Tenerife, ha recibido una bandera negra en el informe anual Banderas Negras 2026, elaborado por Ecologistas en Acción. El colectivo ecologista señala a este espacio del litoral de Santa Cruz de Tenerife por problemas de contaminación, mala gestión ambiental y un deterioro que, según denuncia, se arrastra desde hace décadas. Cuna del Alma, Las Teresitas, las jaulas de Telde y los cruceros de Arrecife, 'banderas negras' de Ecologistas en Acción. Registrado un terremoto de magnitud 3,9 al este de Gran Canaria sentido en también en Fuerteventura. El seísmo ha tenido lugar a las 02.31 horas (hora local canaria) a una profundidad de 16 kilómetros. El Gobierno de España obliga a Santa Cruz de Tenerife a retirar el monumento a Franco en un plazo de seis meses. El Gobierno de España acuerda la incorporación al catálogo de símbolos y elementos contrarios a la Memoria Democrática del monumento a Franco de Santa Cruz x Tenerife para que éste sea retirado del espacio público. El Cabildo de Lanzarote cambia de nombre para incorporar a La Graciosa. A partir de ahora, la corporación insular iniciará el proceso administrativo necesario para adaptar de forma progresiva la denominación oficial en todos sus documentos, registros, canales institucionales y elementos identificativos. El Cabildo de Lanzarote pasa a denominarse oficialmente Cabildo Insular de Lanzarote y La Graciosa. Canarias denuncia la dejadez del Estado en Bruselas en defensa de las RUP. El Ejecutivo regional y representantes del sector primario advierten que el Gobierno central actúa con tibieza ante las instituciones comunitarias en demanda de los fondos y las singularidades del Posei. 2011.- El canadiense Leonard Cohen es galardonado con el Premio Príncipe de Asturias de las Letras.
What the world needs now...is O3L, sweet O3L! The lads are joined by guitarist/vocalist duo Eric McFadden and Kate Vargas — collectively known as Sgt. Splendor — to count down the top five songs this messed-up world needs right now. The conversation explores how music can heal, empower, and unite in difficult times. Guest Bios: Eric McFadden — A spellbinding guitarist with a catalog stretching back to the mid-'80s punk band Angry Babies. He's played with George Clinton & P-Funk All Stars, Eric Burdon & The Animals, Jackson Browne, Joe Strummer, Anders Osborne, Fishbone's Angelo Moore, among many others. Kate believes that Eric is one of the greatest guitarists of all time...and who are we to disagree? Kate Vargas — A singer-songwriter with five acclaimed solo albums, including Golden Hour in the House of Lugosi (2025). Known for her gritty voice and evocative storytelling. Eric believes that Kate belongs in an elite group of songwriters that include Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, and Leonard Cohen...and who are we to disagree? About Sgt. Splendor: Eric and Kate met at Pat McDonald's (of Timbuk 3 fame) Steel Bridge Song Fest at the Holiday Music Motel in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Their collaboration blends hard rock, riff blues, junkyard folk, desert psychedelia, alternative funk, and carnival-esque vibes. Their third album, Isotopia, is out now on Mother West. Other Topics Discussed: The Soil Dove immersive circus/dinner show featuring Joan Baez Eric's personal encounters with Joe Strummer The origin story of Sgt. Splendor at Steel Bridge Song Fest The making of Isotopia Their cover of Harvey Danger's "Flagpole Sitta" Uh...Lou Bega. Music Featured: Sergeant Splendor — "Brave, Rough, and Ready to Go" Sergeant Splendor — "Play On" Connect: sgtsplendor.com facebook.com/onlythreelads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The ending of a love relationship is often painful and dramatic. In “Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye,” Leonard Cohen has penned a poetic plea for a graceful, respectful breakup that honors the beauty of a dying connection, rather than dwelling on the pain, anger, and lingering regret of the ending. Cohen wrote the song in 1966 on a decrepit bed in the Penn Terminal Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. In 1967, Judy Collins, who became Cohen's good friend, recorded the song for her album Wildflowers. The following month, Cohen's own version was released on his debut album, Songs of Leonard Cohen. Cohen described the song as “a moment of clarity in the middle of a love affair's end.” He also explained, “It's about acknowledging that love changes but doesn't truly die. The bodies may part, but the connection remains in the light and the words left behind.” While introducing “Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye” during his 1976 Live at Montreux performance, Cohen memorably said: “As you eastern metaphysicians know, just as from the darkest mud blooms the whitest lotus, so from the brownest hotel room you occasionally get a good song.” Playing heartfelt, beautiful songs like this one juices me up. Enjoy this cover version. Chapters (00:00:07) - How to say goodbye to a lover
The ending of a love relationship is often painful and dramatic. In “Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye,” Leonard Cohen has penned a poetic plea for a graceful, respectful breakup that honors the beauty of a dying connection, rather than dwelling on the pain, anger, and lingering regret of the ending. Cohen wrote the song in 1966 on a decrepit bed in the Penn Terminal Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. In 1967, Judy Collins, who became Cohen's good friend, recorded the song for her album Wildflowers. The following month, Cohen's own version was released on his debut album, Songs of Leonard Cohen. Cohen described the song as “a moment of clarity in the middle of a love affair's end.” He also explained, “It's about acknowledging that love changes but doesn't truly die. The bodies may part, but the connection remains in the light and the words left behind.” While introducing “Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye” during his 1976 Live at Montreux performance, Cohen memorably said: “As you eastern metaphysicians know, just as from the darkest mud blooms the whitest lotus, so from the brownest hotel room you occasionally get a good song.” Playing heartfelt, beautiful songs like this one juices me up. Enjoy this cover version. Chapters (00:00:07) - How to say goodbye to a lover
This week on the podcast, musician, songwriter, producer, and pastor David Gungor joins me for a conversation about creativity, spirituality, and the surprising relationship between craftsmanship and inspiration. Known for his work with The Brilliance and The Good Shepherd Music Collective, David reflects on art as a path of transformation, the role of play in the creative life, and why some of our most meaningful work emerges through community. Through Art's Open Door, David shares Leonard Cohen's song "Suzanne," a work that continues to shape his understanding of beauty, patience, and the spiritual life. We explore what it means to slow down, embrace mystery, and trust that creativity is born not from necessity, but from love. If you've ever wrestled with perfectionism, burnout, or the tension between making art and enjoying it, this conversation offers a refreshing invitation to rediscover wonder, play, and the mercy that meets us exactly as we are. I also give you an update from the tour, so listen to the end! Resources & Links Preorder Art Is How God Loves Us Suzanne by Leonard Cohen This Table is Yours by Good Shepherd Collective The Brilliance Good Shepherd Collective I'd love to hear about the works of art that have become thin places in your own life. In fact, we are doing a call for guest-post submissions over on Substack. You can learn more and submit yours by visiting: https://artistsforjoy.org/artsopendoor
Today on The Shaw Report Lisa gave an update on Lionel Richie who has fallen ill on stage , Rod Stewart has spoken out after using an oxygen tank on stage after cancelling a concert last week to go to a World Cup game, Find out why Leonard Cohen's estate is upset at the Trump camp, Lisa also gives a date for the Shrek spinoff movie starring Donkey and as if that wasn't enough... Cookie Monster has a new album coming out....no...seriously! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Music has long been a powerful way to reflect the world around us, spark conversation, and inspire change. In this episode of Big Blend Radio, singer-songwriter Ken Newman discusses his thought-provoking new single, "Who Are the Bad Guys?", exploring how music can challenge perspectives while encouraging empathy and meaningful dialogue. Originally from San Francisco and now spending much of the year in Zihuatanejo, Mexico, Ken shares how his surroundings, life experiences, and passion for storytelling shape his songwriting. The conversation also explores creativity, authenticity, activism, community, environmental awareness, and the enduring power of small acts of kindness to make a difference. Inspired by legendary artists like Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie, Ken creates music that lives at the intersection of poetry, social commentary, and emotional honesty. Learn more about Ken Newman, listen to his music, and follow his latest projects: https://www.kennewmanmusic.com/ Album art is by Misisipi Mike Wolf. Musician image is by Karen Cooper.
durée : 00:05:18 - Le 13/14 - par : Frédéric Pommier - Elle vient de faire paraître un nouvel album, "Musiques de cinéma", et dirigera la Messe du couronnement de Mozart les 15 juillet à Saintes puis le 17 à Lessay. Au micro de Frédéric Pommier, la cheffe d'orchestre Laurence Equilbey évoque la chanson "Famous Blue Raincoat" de Leonard Cohen. - invités : Laurence Equilbey Cheffe d'orchestre et cheffe de chœur Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France
Rock music is supposed to belong to the young...but history tells us a different story. This time, we look at artists who refused to quit, even as the years passed and the industry insisted their time was over. From Deborah Harry breaking through with Blondie in her 30s, to James Murphy reinventing himself with LCD Soundsystem at 35, to Leonard Cohen becoming a global icon in his 50s, these are the musicians who proved that success doesn't always come on schedule. They've had to deal with ageism baked into the music business, the realities of grinding it out for decades, and the moments when persistence, timing, and reinvention finally collide. It's a reminder that while breaking through gets harder with age, it's never impossible...and sometimes, the best work comes later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In his thirties, Leonard Cohen wrote novels, poetry, and the occasional song. These were his passions, and he hoped to make a living at them. Unfortunately, at this early stage in his career, Cohen realized these passions couldn't support him. Most people at this point would, with a heavy heart and great disappointment, turn to a more mundane and practical way to make a living. Not Leonard. He decided to earn his way with another one of his loves: Country Music. Along the way, Cohen had taught himself to play the acoustic guitar. It should be noted that most successful singer-songwriters begin to hone their musical talents from the ages of somewhere between five and twelve. Again, not Leonard. It should also be noted that the decade-long eruption of folk music from the early sixties to the early seventies had passed Cohen by, largely unnoticed. In other words, Cohen's chances of a successful music career were less than his chances in the literary arts. People laughed at his hubris. Now, here's the interesting part. I will refer to my experiences with my father to illustrate the point I'm going to make. My father was a very successful businessman. I once asked him, “What is the secret of your success?” In his typical manner, he gave me a short answer: “In my early thirties,” he said, “I found out that I had the goods.” Translated, that means my dad discovered that he had the talent in spades to build companies and make money. Okay, let's go back to Leonard Cohen. On his way to Nashville, Cohen stopped in New York. There, someone introduced him to Judy Collins. What are the odds of a no-name like Leonard Cohen meeting a rising star like Miss Collins? I'd say at least 28 million to one. Unless there is another factor at play. And here's what I believe. Because Leonard Cohen inherently “had the goods,” he met Judy Collins, and they became good friends. Eventually, Collins brought her friend's work to the attention of a record label. In time, Cohen became a household name and an internationally known recording artist. Leonard Cohen, whether he knew it or not, had a remarkable musical talent. He had what it took to be a star. And what I've discovered is that you can't force it. Yes, it takes hard work to hone your talent, but don't expect to be the 1% unless you are the 1%. At some point, one has to accept whether or not one has “the goods.” I dreamed of becoming a widely read author. It never happened, but I've mellowed about it. I enjoy writing my little books that are read by my little audience. I never dreamed of reaching a broad audience with my music. But that has happened. It takes an effort, and I enjoy it almost as much as writing. I guess the moral of the story is to enjoy what you do if you are following your heart, and most importantly, don't worry about the results. Chapters (00:00:11) - The Love of a Seaman
In his thirties, Leonard Cohen wrote novels, poetry, and the occasional song. These were his passions, and he hoped to make a living at them. Unfortunately, at this early stage in his career, Cohen realized these passions couldn't support him. Most people at this point would, with a heavy heart and great disappointment, turn to a more mundane and practical way to make a living. Not Leonard. He decided to earn his way with another one of his loves: Country Music. Along the way, Cohen had taught himself to play the acoustic guitar. It should be noted that most successful singer-songwriters begin to hone their musical talents from the ages of somewhere between five and twelve. Again, not Leonard. It should also be noted that the decade-long eruption of folk music from the early sixties to the early seventies had passed Cohen by, largely unnoticed. In other words, Cohen's chances of a successful music career were less than his chances in the literary arts. People laughed at his hubris. Now, here's the interesting part. I will refer to my experiences with my father to illustrate the point I'm going to make. My father was a very successful businessman. I once asked him, “What is the secret of your success?” In his typical manner, he gave me a short answer: “In my early thirties,” he said, “I found out that I had the goods.” Translated, that means my dad discovered that he had the talent in spades to build companies and make money. Okay, let's go back to Leonard Cohen. On his way to Nashville, Cohen stopped in New York. There, someone introduced him to Judy Collins. What are the odds of a no-name like Leonard Cohen meeting a rising star like Miss Collins? I'd say at least 28 million to one. Unless there is another factor at play. And here's what I believe. Because Leonard Cohen inherently “had the goods,” he met Judy Collins, and they became good friends. Eventually, Collins brought her friend's work to the attention of a record label. In time, Cohen became a household name and an internationally known recording artist. Leonard Cohen, whether he knew it or not, had a remarkable musical talent. He had what it took to be a star. And what I've discovered is that you can't force it. Yes, it takes hard work to hone your talent, but don't expect to be the 1% unless you are the 1%. At some point, one has to accept whether or not one has “the goods.” I dreamed of becoming a widely read author. It never happened, but I've mellowed about it. I enjoy writing my little books that are read by my little audience. I never dreamed of reaching a broad audience with my music. But that has happened. It takes an effort, and I enjoy it almost as much as writing. I guess the moral of the story is to enjoy what you do if you are following your heart, and most importantly, don't worry about the results. Chapters (00:00:11) - The Love of a Seaman
Hier sein, anwesend sein, auch wenn ich hadere und zweifele: Die Morgenandacht mit Siri Fuhrmann.
Durante dos años, desde 1994 a 1996, Enrique Morente y Lagartija Nick dieron forma al disco que en su día nadie entendió y que con el paso de los años, 30 ya, se ha convertido en una de las principales obras de la música española. Reunía los textos de Lorca, las letras y la música de Leonard Cohen, el cante jondo de Morente, el rock punk de los Lagartija y todo confluía en un poema a los muertos que Jesús Arias enseñó a Morente. ¿Cómo surgió el disco? ¿Por qué sigue siendo tan especial?
詩人歌手 Leonard Cohen, 他說: 「萬物皆有裂痕,那是光 照射進來的地方。」 (There is a crack in everything, that's how the light gets in.)
This week we are looking at the ideologies that kill in our society and the antidote to them. Including anti-racism; Queer and Trans; Anti-Semitism; Autonomy - euthanasia and abortion; Statism, Facism and Communism; Islam; The Green ideology; Christian Heresies; and the solutions given by Christ, the Gospel and the Church, Schaeffer on No Little People' and the Final Word - Colossians 2;8 with music from Coldplay, Gary Moore; Paul Macartney and Stevie Wonder; U2; Leonard Cohen; Dean Martin and Helen O'Connell; Bob Marley; Geoff Bullock;
What if loan officers could explore their options without anyone knowing?Ellen Duncan, Founder & CEO of mLOOP and former CMO of AnnieMac Home Mortgage, joins Fobby on this week's episode of Laugh, Lend & Eat — and the conversation goes places we didn't plan.Ellen built mLOOP after sitting in a Discovery Day and realizing something was deeply broken about how recruiting works in this industry. LOs spending their most valuable resource — time — answering basic questionnaires that should've been covered long before they walked in the room. She left that meeting and told the COO: "This industry needs the NCAA transfer portal."What she built is being called the Tinder of mortgage recruiting. Anonymous profiles. Data-driven matches. LOs stay invisible until they choose to connect.But this episode isn't just about a platform.Ellen lost her husband Paul suddenly four years ago — when she was in her mid-thirties, married ten years, two daughters, thought she knew what the next fifty years looked like. She opens up about how grief cracked her open, why she sees that as a gift, and how losing Paul gave her a different relationship with risk.One of the most honest conversations we've had on this show.
in which multidisciplinary artist Laurier Tiernan and i talk Fifty-Five Ways to Survive, Laurier's first bilingual collection, as well as the unadornment of poetry, existing in mysteries, and poetry as a spiritual practice where to find Laurier: insta - @laurier_tiernan_writer Fifty-Five Ways to Survive - https://durvile.com/books/Fiftyfive.html other things referenced: Tiernan - https://www.youtube.com/c/TiernanSongs Nature Airliner - https://natureairliner.com/ Leonard Cohen - https://www.leonardcohen.com/ One Night in Tokyo - https://onenightintokyo.com/ John lennon - https://www.johnlennon.com/ Thom Yorke - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thom_Yorke Marfan syndrome - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/marfan-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20350782 The Arthur Findlay College - https://www.arthurfindlaycollege.org/ Letters to a Young Poet by Rainer Maria Rilke - https://ia902903.us.archive.org/13/items/letterstoayoungpoetpdfdrive.com/Letters%20to%20a%20Young%20Poet%20%28%20PDFDrive.com%20%29.pdf My Chemical Romance - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Chemical_Romance Downton Abbey - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Downton_Abbey The Tragically Hip - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tragically_Hip
Episode 390 of RevolutionZ asks would you rather speak to 2,000 people who already agree with you or 2,000 people who might vote for Trump? That choice sounds like a simple preference, but I argue it exposes something deeper: an entire theory of change. If we think a better world is unattainable, it's rational to aim for narrow wins, entertain friendly audiences, and avoid the hard work of persuasion and unity. If we think systemic change is possible, then we have to communicate to grow our numbers, de-atomize our efforts, and build real solidarity across differences.From there, I consider an engine of political paralysis: cynicism. I'm not interested in writing it off as laziness or moral weakness. More often than not, it is neither. Often it's a rational judgment based on different premises than mine and I hope also yours. It believes either (a) better institutions can't even exist, or (b) better institutions might exist but can't be won. Extrapolate from those beliefs and you get resignation. Each kind of doubt requires a different response from someone like me, and both demand more than slogans. We collectively need credible compelling shared vision and credible sompelling shared strategy that can link urgent immediate fights like stopping authoritarian drift and curbing ecological collapse to a longer trajectory of organizing. How do we most effectively convey that?But what happens if we turn this observation on me, you, and Revolution Z? After almost 400 hundred episodes, what's actually working and what's just repetition or literally unheard? That question connects to the media environment we're trapped in, where lies, scams, and algorithmic incentives push communicators toward clickbait and cheap degradation. If we reject that route to communication, what do we emphasize instead? If we don't want to abet a "failure to communicate," if we we don't want to contribute to a "communication breakdown," then to organize, how do we communicate?To close the episode I offer some song lyrics and their approach to communication from John Lennon, Bob Dylan, Carcie Blanton, Joni Mitchell, and Leonard Cohen, as one way to tell the truth without becoming part of the noise.But when talking or writing, not songs but prose, what might work better than famiiar well trod paths? Do you have ideas about that?Support the show
This season we discuss over 300 albums of the 2000s selected from https://besteveralbums.com. The Six Singles segment starts at (5:47). This episode covers the following albums: Basement Jaxx - Rooty (40:25), Leonard Cohen - Ten New Songs (1:01:32), Fennesz - Endless Summer (1:22:58), and Ryan Adams - Gold (1:44:54).Check out our YouTube page here: http://www.youtube.com/@combingthestacks1470Check out the Combing the Stacks Letterboxd list here: https://boxd.it/bS98c
This week Jonathan is in celebratory mode—and no, it's not only because it's the festival of Shavuot, but because his beloved Arsenal finally won the Premier League, sparking a spontaneous tribal gathering of ‘marauding revellers' in North London. Meanwhile, Yonit and Jonathan unpack the volatile situation with Iran, and ask where President Trump's vague threats of a renewed strike are heading. Then, it's wall-to-wall condemnation for National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, whose grotesque 56-second video taunting Gaza flotilla detainees was a nightmare for Israel's defenders especially. And Jonathan describes his visit to the Nova exhibition in London, which offers a powerful, heart-rending glimpse of the human faces of the October 7th massacre and the shocking refusal of much of the world to look directly at what happened on that day. Plus: a musical mensch for the ages. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRENGUF2AAI ⏱ CHAPTERS: [00:00] Shavuot: Celebrating the Unsung Holiday [09:20] Iran's Threats and Trump's Unpredictability [17:00] Israeli Politics: Elections and Coalition Dynamics [23:12] Ben-Gvir's Controversial Video: A PR Nightmare for Israel [29:15] The Political Landscape in Israel [39:02] The Impact of the Nova Exhibition [45:30] Chutzpah and Mench
Richard Young is a photographer who was once known as the “king of the paparazzi”. His portfolio is a who's who of some of the biggest stars in film, music, stage and popular culture from the past fifty years. From gatecrashing Elizabeth Taylor's party for Richard Burton's 50th at the Dorchester to later being invited to photograph her Damehood celebrations. He can count the first photographs of Paul Getty Jr. after his kidnapping as just one of his many scoops. He was born in Hackney to a Jewish family and his father ran a hosiery stall in Berwick Street market for more than sixty years. Richard has dyslexia and after being expelled from school at fourteen, he went to Soho and landed a job in fashionable clothes shop frequented by Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, David Hockney and Francis Bacon. A two-year stint in New York followed, working as a studio assistant at Electric Lady Studios, before he returned to London and found himself in a bookshop handed a camera and told to get on with photographing authors. For the past fifty years, he has lived a nocturnal, high octane life of private jets, parties and exclusive events, eventually becoming as much a fixture in the world of celebrity as the people he photographed. Richard lives in London with his wife Susan. His photography gallery is in London and has visitors from around the world. On episode 282, Richard discusses, among other things: Wanting to escape school Learning that trust is currency Crashing Richard Burton's birthday party And how the proceeds from the resulting picture bought him his first house How his journey into photography began with a roll of blank film Adventures in New York and Paris Having a guardian angel Still being sent on jobs at 79 Turning up to Freddie Mercury's party in drag by mistake How he navigated the switch to digital Why he reccommends that young photographers experiment with film Photographing flowers …and the east end of London The importance of saying sorry when necessary His gallery in west London How the business has changed Website | Instagram Become a A Small Voice podcast member here to access exclusive additional subscriber-only content and the full archive of 200+ previous episodes for £5 per month. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter here for everything A Small Voice related and much more besides. Follow me on Instagram here. Need a new website? I will build you one with Squarespace. Details here.
Cheap tickets, warm beer, draughty halls and refectories, a whole new cobbled-together rock circuit was born in the ‘60s for an audience who watched and listened intently. Which allowed the music to take a different route. Paul Sexton spoke to Mark Knopfler, Nick Mason, Justin Hayward, Phil Manzanera and many others to piece together ‘Rock Goes To College: the Campus Music Scene That Shaped A Generation' and talks to us here about the fans and amateurs who ran it and the lost world of motorway caffs and Ford Transits, stopping off at … … Hendrix, Fairport, Free, Queen, Dire Straits: tales of the campus gig foot-soldiers … no security, no lightshow, no seat, no stage: how the idea of live entertainment changed in 50 years … Pink Floyd not being allowed front-of house in Top Rank theatres without a tie … the Stranglers and the Damned refusing to play college shows “unless townies were allowed in” … the “chart clause” - £50 extra if a band's in the Top 3! … the Stones playing an Oxford ball … bands market-researching songs before recording them … why Leeds could afford the Who and Leonard Cohen … what Harvey Goldsmith, Paul Conroy and Chris Wright learnt from booking bands … why Wings chose the college circuit … and the arrival of DJs and disco that put a nail in the college gig coffin, “a golden age with nothing like it before or after”. Order ‘Rock Goes To College' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rock-Goes-College-campus-generation/dp/0008722412/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EWpbXfJjfIq6DOGDGU8HMQMTbZ6fxtMSFJLLqnswcYo.7mGYWOOBglb6F5p42gs88d1lJ0uLxzWS4w3W0vPrwN0&qid=1775764128&sr=1-1Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cheap tickets, warm beer, draughty halls and refectories, a whole new cobbled-together rock circuit was born in the ‘60s for an audience who watched and listened intently. Which allowed the music to take a different route. Paul Sexton spoke to Mark Knopfler, Nick Mason, Justin Hayward, Phil Manzanera and many others to piece together ‘Rock Goes To College: the Campus Music Scene That Shaped A Generation' and talks to us here about the fans and amateurs who ran it and the lost world of motorway caffs and Ford Transits, stopping off at … … Hendrix, Fairport, Free, Queen, Dire Straits: tales of the campus gig foot-soldiers … no security, no lightshow, no seat, no stage: how the idea of live entertainment changed in 50 years … Pink Floyd not being allowed front-of house in Top Rank theatres without a tie … the Stranglers and the Damned refusing to play college shows “unless townies were allowed in” … the “chart clause” - £50 extra if a band's in the Top 3! … the Stones playing an Oxford ball … bands market-researching songs before recording them … why Leeds could afford the Who and Leonard Cohen … what Harvey Goldsmith, Paul Conroy and Chris Wright learnt from booking bands … why Wings chose the college circuit … and the arrival of DJs and disco that put a nail in the college gig coffin, “a golden age with nothing like it before or after”. Order ‘Rock Goes To College' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rock-Goes-College-campus-generation/dp/0008722412/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EWpbXfJjfIq6DOGDGU8HMQMTbZ6fxtMSFJLLqnswcYo.7mGYWOOBglb6F5p42gs88d1lJ0uLxzWS4w3W0vPrwN0&qid=1775764128&sr=1-1Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cheap tickets, warm beer, draughty halls and refectories, a whole new cobbled-together rock circuit was born in the ‘60s for an audience who watched and listened intently. Which allowed the music to take a different route. Paul Sexton spoke to Mark Knopfler, Nick Mason, Justin Hayward, Phil Manzanera and many others to piece together ‘Rock Goes To College: the Campus Music Scene That Shaped A Generation' and talks to us here about the fans and amateurs who ran it and the lost world of motorway caffs and Ford Transits, stopping off at … … Hendrix, Fairport, Free, Queen, Dire Straits: tales of the campus gig foot-soldiers … no security, no lightshow, no seat, no stage: how the idea of live entertainment changed in 50 years … Pink Floyd not being allowed front-of house in Top Rank theatres without a tie … the Stranglers and the Damned refusing to play college shows “unless townies were allowed in” … the “chart clause” - £50 extra if a band's in the Top 3! … the Stones playing an Oxford ball … bands market-researching songs before recording them … why Leeds could afford the Who and Leonard Cohen … what Harvey Goldsmith, Paul Conroy and Chris Wright learnt from booking bands … why Wings chose the college circuit … and the arrival of DJs and disco that put a nail in the college gig coffin, “a golden age with nothing like it before or after”. Order ‘Rock Goes To College' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rock-Goes-College-campus-generation/dp/0008722412/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EWpbXfJjfIq6DOGDGU8HMQMTbZ6fxtMSFJLLqnswcYo.7mGYWOOBglb6F5p42gs88d1lJ0uLxzWS4w3W0vPrwN0&qid=1775764128&sr=1-1Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Poet and Writer Theo Dorgan joins Brendan to discuss the songs that have meant most to him, throughout his life and career. He talks about being one of 16 children, the happiest man he ever met, and his correspondence with Leonard Cohen.
Carlo Ossola"Il fuoco nella pietra"La tradizione mistica modernaEdizioni Vita e Pensierowww.vitaepensiero.it«Interrogare il linguaggio dei mistici è una responsabilità delicata: dal momento che essi dichiarano di essere ‘inabitati' dalla Parola, accedere al loro dire non è un semplice esercizio di ermeneutica all'interno di generi letterari, di retoriche». Così inizia questo volume, che raccoglie e ricapitola gli studi di un cinquantennio sulla parola mistica moderna, condotti dal filologo e critico letterario Carlo Ossola. La mistica si presenta come un «dire senza soggetto», dove lo svolgimento si esaurisce per lasciare posto a un arreso smarrimento, secondo la lezione di Michel de Certeau. Carlo Ossola percorre quel dire e quel venir meno con delicato riserbo, all'ascolto di aspirazioni che si raccolgono nel solo respiro: il lascito silente dell'esicasmo; quell'esile traccia nel ritrarsi di ogni figura, di ogni prova. È l'esitante anelare al divino, un lambire per esserne assorbiti, nell'attesa – colma d'esilio – di una «fine senza fine».Carlo Ossola (Torino 1946) è filologo e critico letterario. È professore emerito al Collège de France, socio dell'Accademia dei Lincei e presidente dell'Istituto della Enciclopedia Italiana. Condirige le riviste «Lettere italiane» e «Rivista di Storia e Letteratura Religiosa». I suoi saggi, in cui la ricerca filologica è sapientemente intrecciata alla storia delle idee, si rivolgono alla cultura rinascimentale come ad autori contemporanei quali Ungaretti e Calvino, dedicandosi anche all'analisi dello spazio letterario e delle figure che lo popolano. Il ministero dei Beni Culturali lo ha nominato presidente del Comitato Nazionale per le celebrazioni dei 700 anni dalla morte di Dante Alighieri nel 202Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/il-posto-delle-parole--1487855/support.IL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.it/
You've almost certainly heard the story of Pattie Boyd, the beautiful blonde who had two great talents pining for her affection. But have you heard of Marianne Ihlen?From a quaint village in Norway, Marianne fell in love with Axel Jensen, the “Norwegian Jack Kerouac.” Together they journeyed to the Greek island of Hydra, where they were among the first of the island's ex-pat community. Just as their marriage fell apart, who should show up on Hydra but one of the greatest songwriters of all-time: Leonard Cohen. He will write several of his greatest songs about her, including “So Long, Marianne” and “Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye.” Her humility and kindness influenced Leonard across geographic borders, 3 albums, and beyond. This week on the Dolls Pod, we're bringing Marianne's story out from the shadows that her famous lovers' legends have cast. Plus, Emma and Abby chat about the wonders of Peppa Pig Land, weird allergies, and post-breakup haircuts. Some things really are canon events!“Marianne Ihlen: Bird on the Wire” is available now, wherever you stream your podcasts
Craig Newmark's career, in retrospect, looks like a series of deliberate subtractions: he kept Craigslist plain, stepped aside as CEO early on, gave his equity to his foundation, and now funds people and gets out of their way. His theory, arrived at gradually, is that recognizing your limitations and relying on your network is how you get more done. Tyler and Craig discuss why webpage design has gotten worse for 30 years, what Craig's "obsessive customer service disorder" taught him about human nature, why trusting people and maintaining a nine-second rule for scams aren't as contradictory as they sound, why roommate ads are a better way to find love, why Craigslist never added seller evaluations, why Leonard Cohen speaks to him more than Bob Dylan, what William Gibson's Neuromancer got right about the internet, why Jackson Lamb is now one of his role models, why large foundations lose accountability, what two painful Ivy League grants taught him philanthropy, what he gets from rescuing pigeons, the hard lesson he learned about confronting people who lie for a living, his favorite TV shows and movies, the one genuine luxury he can't go without, what he still needs to learn, and much more. Read a full transcript enhanced with helpful links, or watch the full video on the new dedicated Conversations with Tyler channel. Recorded April 14th, 2026. Other ways to connect Follow us on X and Instagram Follow Tyler on X Follow Craig on X Sign up for our newsletter Join our Discord Email us: cowenconvos@mercatus.gmu.edu Learn more about Conversations with Tyler and other Mercatus Center podcasts here. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:41 - Stepping Aside as CEO 00:04:20 - Customer Service and Social Skills 00:16:27 - Restaurants 00:18:06 - Music 00:19:27 - Science Fiction 00:20:14 - TV Shows 00:26:03 - Philanthropy 00:30:20 - Journalism 00:31:55 - Pigeons 00:32:50 - Entrepreneurship 00:35:09 - Craig's Personal Philosophy 00:37:37 - Major Regrets 00:39:17 - Audience Q&A 00:46:23 - Outro
Music fan Brian Koppen chats with music critic Josh Friedberg as they discuss Rock & Roll Hall of Fame artists:Leonard Cohen's “The Future” vs. Michael Jackson's “Will You Be There”Aretha Franklin's “Ain't No Way” vs. Nine Inch Nails' “March of the Pigs”Jay-Z & Kanye West's “Ni**as in Paris” vs. OutKast's “B.O.B.”They also discuss Nirvana's “Where Did You Sleep Last Night” and Otis Redding.Check out Josh Friedberg at https://linktr.ee/joshfriedberg, https://joshfrmusic.substack.com/, and https://www.instagram.com/joshfrmusic!Intro music is from Jussy's Down Open Roads. Check out Jussy at https://soundcloud.com/user-214048265/sets/jussy-demos-1!Support the show
We're not all cyborgs yet! ATTT is in total lockstep with our good friend Joe Lavelle on the subject of a.i. - we hate it. We hate that it's being foisted on us, doing lasting damage in multiple ways, and we hate that for many, it's a shortcut to thinking - a way to delegate all thought to a bot. We'd rather be writing our own blurbs about this brand new episode, thank you very much. Top Ten Songs AGAINST A.I. is a bit high-concepty, but the basic jist is that these are songs about being wary of and resisting an upredictable and scary future, while also featuring songs that emphasize humanity over machinery. Don't forget the humans are the best! Picks 10-6 are featured here in Part 1 of 2. We've lowered our prices, but not our standards over at the ATTT Patreon! Those who are kindly contributing $2 a month are receiving an exclusive monthly Emergency Pod episode featuring our favorite guests and utilizing our patent-pending improv format in which we miraculously pull a playlist out of thin air. Emergency Pod 26 dropped April 1st and featured more fun with the ATTT OG Ryan Blake! Find out more at https://www.patreon.com/c/alltimetoptenWe're having a blast chatting about music over on the ATTT Facebook Group. Join us and start a conversation about music!https://www.facebook.com/groups/940749894391295
Cutting Through the Matrix with Alan Watt Podcast (.xml Format)
--{ "Sorcery's Circle and the End of an Age"}-- We're bombarded by news. How do we choose a course as an individual and stay on that path? - Deciding what direction to take - Time of massive changes along a pre-planned route - Global Society. Information stored deep within the mind - Barriers - Subconscious, Unconscious Mind. Computers and technology given to public - "The Bait" to get you "hooked" - Steps toward a Brain-Chip and interfacing. Giving up individuality in exchange for "convenience" - Composites of "downloading" by experts. Global Elite - Tracing history of money and hereditary families - Rise and fall of empires. Aristotle. Symbol of the serpent eating its tail - Ancient Egyptian Uraeus - Symbol of Completion - "Wise as a serpent". Exit homes for elderly - Disrespect towards elderly - Indoctrination and repetitive propaganda. Passing down wisdom - State brings up children today - Education system - Scientific Indoctrination. Past cultures of the West - Creation of Muses - Shaping of Culture, it is plastic. Insanity in Cities - Artificiality - Habitat Areas - Deviancy - Dysfunctional system. Psychological Operations - Order Out of Chaos - Changes at End of an Age - Collective hysteria - Collective therapy. Psychotherapy - Psychiatry - Yoga - Self-Improvement courses - BAND-AIDS - Abolishment of Rights and Freedoms - Neurotic society. SPELL cast by Spelling - Coding - Programming a computer (or human being) through language and logic. Original religions given as a starting place, and were immediately corrupted by elite to gain power over people. Constant monitoring of public to maintain control. (Song: "By The Rivers Dark" by Leonard Cohen).
Show #1147 Repeat Of #89 Another cover show with Beardo & Spinner (April 2005) Beardo Takes Off: 01. Danny Gatton - Apricot Brandy (original by: Rhinocerous) 02. Michael Powers - Bird On A Wire (original by: Leonard Cohen) 03. Clarence Spady - Bad Axe (original by: Son Seals) 04. Brian Templeton w/Monster Mike Welch - Trouble Man (original by: Marvin Gaye) 05. Monster Mike Welch - Masters Of War (original by: Bob Dylan) 06. Sugar Ray & the Bluetones w/Monster Mike Welch - Funk-Shun (original by: Albert King) 07. The Imperial Crowns - You Don't Miss Your Water (original by: William Bell) 08. The Persuations - The Meek Shall Inherit Nothing (original by: Frank Zappa) 09. Toru Oki & The Nighthawks (Live In Japan) - Pretty Girls And Cadillacs (original by: B. Johnson) Spinner's Section: 10. Big Twist & the Mellow Fellows - I Live The Life I Love (original by: Muddy Waters) 11. Eric Ambel - Vampire Blues (original by: Neil Young) 12. Cuby+Blizzards - Five Long Years (original by: Eddie Boyd) 13. Elvis Costello - Everybody's Crying Mercy (original by: Mose Allison) 14. Willy DeVille - It's Too Late She's Gone (original by:Chuck Willis) 15. Crazy Willy - Hound Dog (original by: Big Mama Thornton) 16. Walter Rossi - Malaguena (original by: …you tell me…) One more from Beardo: 17. The Pork Roll Project - The Letter (original by: The Box Tops) Bandana Blues is and will always be a labor of love. Please help Spinner deal with the costs of hosting & bandwidth. Visit www.bandanablues.com and hit the tipjar. Any amount is much appreciated, no matter how small. Thank you.
What happened to those missing scientists? Republicans help Haitian TPS over the line. Communists suck. Top Gun 3. Iran Lego propaganda videos Lilly going nuclear. Today’s Popcorn Moment: Clarence Thomas on personal responsibility. Today on the Marketplace: HAND PAINTED GHANA MOVIE POSTER “ET” PAINTED ON A FLOUR SACK SIGNED! Sean Spicer says SCOTUS considering gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act Tolls for Bears. Bears Illinois stadium deadline today. Europe to run out of jet fuel in 6 weeks. Thursday Music Moment: First We Take Manhattan by Leonard Cohen. TV Theme Song: Film Friday - RockySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tolls for Bears. Bears Illinois stadium deadline today. Europe to run out of jet fuel in 6 weeks. Thursday Music Moment: First We Take Manhattan by Leonard Cohen. TV Theme Song: Film Friday - RockySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Malcolm X was a true revolutionary, Michael X was an imposter.This con man realised that politics was a lot easier than poetry and rose to the top of the British Civil Rights Movement. All the while violently exploiting the Windrush generation he claimed to be fighting for.John Lennon and Leonard Cohen were his biggest fans. They donated thousands to Michael X's projects that never actually happened. The press hung on his every word, quoting him as the most powerful black man in Europe.By the time Michael X's ego unravelled, it was too late for socialite Gale Benson to escape from his web. They would both pay the ultimate price for his lies.--Patreon - Ad-free & Bonus EpisodesYouTube - Full-length Video EpisodesTikTok / Instagram
Welcome back to When Words Fail, Music Speaks, the show where we explore how music can lift us out of the darkest moments and give us a voice when we're feeling unheard. I'm your host, James Cox, a self‑titled “professional handicapped” host who's spent a lifetime turning personal battles with depression into a platform for healing through song.In today's episode we sit down with the enigmatic creator behind Two‑Inch Voices—Jeffrey, the man who turned a childhood nickname (“two‑inch voices”) into a solo project that refuses to be boxed into any single genre. From his early days in an experimental metal outfit (2007) and a brief stint in an acoustic‑folk trio, through the gritty DIY releases of 2016‑2018, to his recent Halloween‑themed EP Q & A, Jeffrey shares the winding, often‑lonesome road of an independent artist.We dive deep into:Musical DNA: How blues legends (Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Blind Willie Johnson, Howlin' Wolf) and folk storytellers (Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan) shape his “folk‑rock‑blues” sound, and why he's drawn to the raw honesty of Delta blues.Identity vs. Band: Why he kept the project name instead of his own, what “two‑inch voices” really means, and how that ethos keeps the focus on the music, not the ego.The Independent Struggle: The reality of creating, recording, and releasing music without a major label—budget constraints, back‑catalog mysteries, and the endless quest for the perfect record.Future Plans: A treasure trove of unreleased rock‑based tracks, possible acoustic B‑side releases, and an ambitious dream of collaborating with artists from Trombone Shorty to Willie Nelson.Life Lessons: From jam‑sessions on the streets of New Orleans to confronting anxiety on stage, Jeffrey's story is a reminder that honesty, perseverance, and a little bit of coffee can carry you through any setlist.If you've ever felt stuck in a creative rut, wondered how a single song can become a lifeline, or just love hearing raw, genre‑bending stories from a true indie trailblazer, this interview is for you.Grab your headphones, hit play, and let Jeffrey's “honest” voice guide you through the highs, lows, and the ever‑twisting corridors of the music world—because when words fail, music truly does speak.
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Even the best of us have bad days - including your favorite musicians. That explains how top-shelf artists can produce a clunker of a song. We try to forget these songs, explain them away as somebody else's fault, justify them as an important learning moment, and maybe even claim that they aren't so bad when we know they are simply terrible. In this week's episode of "How We Heard It," the hosts drill down to the worst of the worst by the best of the best - including terrible songs by the likes of The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, The Kinks, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Springsteen, Prince, Madonna, R.E.M. and many more. No one is spared as these sonic disasters are dissected. And a special shoutout is given to all the promising collaborations that were abject failures (including tantalizing pairings credited to the likes of David Bowie/Mick Jagger and Paul McCartney/Stevie Wonder). But don't worry. It's all done with love.
La Plazuela son El Nitro y El Indio. Su nuevo disco se llama Lugar N°0 (DLY). Charlamos en el Hotel sobre hacer música, la Dyson, el camello de Keith Richards, Camarón, leer sobre física, toallas, Manzanita, Leonard Cohen, tiempos raros, María Zambrano y mandar en la tristeza de uno
Cutting Through the Matrix with Alan Watt Podcast (.xml Format)
--{ "Mass-Movements versus the Residual Individual - Accepting the Uniqueness of Self"}-- Alan Watt's video, Reality Check part 1; Leonard Cohen's “The Future” - The blending of science and spirit since Blavatsky down to the present - Patriots and truthers who now promote vibrating higher, neo-paganism, microdosing, anarcho-capitalism, etc. - Repent - Easter pageants and music festivals - Movie used to illustrate Alan's talk is a Czech film from 1967, Marketa Lazarova. Parental guidance suggested: violence, sexuality, nudity. Alan Watt: Tyranny uses cheap repetitive slogans. Terminology constantly changing to cover the same totalitarian procedures. --War on Poverty = More Poor. War on Drugs = More Drugs. War on Obesity = More Obese. --International Corporations promoting denaturalised food for 30 years, causing malnourished, obese people. --Culture promoted: Man and Wife working, therefore, eat fast food and take-outs. Who gets blamed for obesity?-The obese people. --Training Public to Obey evermore prevalent Road Checks. The message is: OBEY. Black-clad combat-booted police. They call their roadside checks “Blitzes” (after Natzi Blitzkrieg). --Canada Day, so eat lots of garlic. Same with upcoming U.S. “In-Dependence” Day. Who created the borders? Masonic obelisks set along U.S.-Canada border = Big Builders' agreement. --Churches forget Individual Soul, and create Mass Social Conformist Organization-Helps to destroy the Individual's Search (Book: The Undiscovered Self, by Carl Jung). (Song: “You'll Never Walk Alone” by Gerry Marsden)
"Intuition doesn't seem to act aggressively." -Josh Ritter Ethan welcomes his friend, contemporary folk musician and novelist Josh Ritter for a conversation about creativity, inspiration, spirituality and art-making. They discuss where great ideas come from, how the "protocols" of practice influence both creativity and the spiritual path, and the meaning of relative and ultimate truth found within Josh's song "Truth is a Dimension (Both Invisible and Blinding)" off Josh's most recent album I Believe in You, My Honeydew. They also discuss the mental health of an artist, and how fatherhood can lead you to very mixed opinions of Disney movies. Josh Ritter is a renowned singer, songwriter, musician, artist and best-selling author. One of today's most thoughtful and prolific voices, he has released twelve studio albums and was named one of the "100 greatest living songwriters" by Paste Magazine. His newest album 'I Believe in You, My Honeydew' is out now. About his music, The Guardian has said: "Ritter's painstakingly simple but crafted songs establish his own identity in a terrain marked out by Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen." Two-plus decades into his celebrated career, Ritter has written music that has transcended generations including luminaries such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Bob Weir covering his songs. Josh's substack is here. Last year, with your subscriptions, we were able to release more episodes than any previous year. This was only possible with your support. Please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber here. Paid subscribers to The Road Home will receive occasional extras like guided meditations, extra podcast episodes and more! The Thursday Meditation Group happens each week at 8am ET on Thursdays, and guided audio meditations are released monthly. Another bonus podcast for paid subscribers discussed the obstacle of resistance to meditation practice, and Ethan also offered instruction in the RAIN method for working with emotions with self-compassion. These are all available to paid subscribers. You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, etc). You can now order personally signed copies of Ethan's books at his website. You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, etc). More cool resources: Check out our sponsor platform, A Mindful World! A new free video course from Ethan on Metta (lovingkindness) meditation is now available at this link. Check out the free roundtable discussion on Mindfulness and Organizational Leadership at this link. Sign up for Ethans May 2nd Windhorse Meditation workshop at this link. Show Notes: Check out Josh's recent interview with NPR's World Cafe mentioned in the podcast at this link.
Jano is one third of one of my favorite bands of all time The Wood Brothers. I have had the pleasure of seeing the band countless times and the honor of interviewing lead singer Oliver Wood on three separate occasions. The Wood Brothers are woven into the fabric of The Marinade and I am so grateful for the opportunities I've had to spread the word about their music. Jano is also one half of Rix, the father/son duo with his dad Luther. Legacy Vol. 1 is available wherever you listen to music. The fusion of Jano and Luther (who played in Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue and with Leonard Cohen among others) is a fertile alchemy. We caught up with Jano on The Wood Brothers' tour bus ahead of their show at The Plaza Live just down the street from me in Orlando, FL. Ric Robertson opened the show. Jordan Foley accompanied me. Twas a beautiful night.
Richard Young is a photographer who was once known as the “king of the paparazzi”.His portfolio is a who's who of some of the biggest stars in film, music, stage and popular culture from the past fifty years. From gatecrashing Elizabeth Taylor's party for Richard Burton's 50th at the Dorchester to later being invited to photograph her Damehood celebrations. He can count the first photographs of Paul Getty Jr. after his kidnapping as just one of his many scoops.He was born in Hackney to a Jewish family and his father ran a hosiery stall in Berwick Street market for more than sixty years. Richard has dyslexia and after being expelled from school at fourteen, he went to Soho and landed a job in fashionable clothes shop frequented by Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, David Hockney and Francis Bacon.A two-year stint in New York followed, working as a studio assistant at Electric Lady Studios, before he returned to London and found himself in a bookshop handed a camera and told to get on with photographing authors.For the past fifty years, he has lived a nocturnal, high octane life of private jets, parties and exclusive events, eventually becoming as much a fixture in the world of celebrity as the people he photographed.Richard lives in London with his wife Susan. His photography gallery is in London and has visitors from around the world.DISC ONE: Rehab - Amy Winehouse DISC TWO: Just Walkin' in the Rain - Johnny Ray DISC THREE: Cosmic Dancer - T. Rex DISC FOUR: Positively 4th Street - Bob Dylan DISC FIVE: Point Blank - Bruce Springsteen DISC SIX: Isn't It a Pity - George Harrison DISC SEVEN: A Beautiful Day - Queen DISC EIGHT: The Gypsy's Wife - Leonard Cohen BOOK CHOICE: Siddhartha by Herman Hesse LUXURY ITEM: Caviar CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Point Blank - Bruce Springsteen Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Sarah TaylorDesert Island Discs has cast other photographers away to the island over the years including David Bailey, Sally Mann and Vanley Burke. You can hear their programmes if you search through BBC Sounds or our own Desert Island Discs website.
“I had never played a concert until I got a record deal with Sub Pop and they were like, ‘Well, you should consider going on tour,'" says Iron & Wine's Sam Beam. "I was like, ‘Oh shit.' It's a very atypical story, and it also made me suffer from a lot of imposter syndrome for a long time. I felt like I wasn't supposed to be there, that I had fooled someone along the way and they were gonna find out and the gig was gonna be up.” Some 24 years later, the gig is nowhere near up for Beam, who's been releasing beautiful music as Iron & Wine ever since his 2002 Sub Pop Records debut, The Creek Drank the Cradle, and his latest, his 8th studio album Hen's Teeth is another wonderful collection of music. It came out in late February and we talk about the making of the album in episode 135, and we also delve into his earlier creative history, how he began in visual arts (drawing and filmmaking) before getting his first four-track, and the inspiration he got from artists including Sebadoh, Cowboy Junkies, R.E.M., Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen, among others. We also discuss a future project he's excited to develop — a Broadway musical! You can hear more about that near the end of the interview. Iron & Wine will be playing shows in Hawaii later this month and then embarking on a full-scale North American tour in late April. Get tickets and further info here.
Have you ever watched, in awe, as a skilled gymnast or skater lifts off and completes a dizzying number of revolutions in less than a second before landing safely back down? That's how you may feel upon reading the great Leonard Cohen's urgent, dreamlike poem “I, 8” from Book of Mercy. In his telling of a man's fall “from his high place” into “disgrace”, Cohen sends us on a short, 206-word journey that seamlessly weaves together narration, fiction, meditation, devotion, and prayer. We invite you to subscribe to Pádraig's weekly Poetry Unbound Substack, read the Poetry Unbound books and his newest work, Kitchen Hymns, or listen to all our Poetry Unbound episodes. Leonard Cohen had an artistic career that began in 1956 with the publication of his first book of poetry, Let Us Compare Mythologies. He published two novels, The Favourite Game and Beautiful Losers, and 10 books of poetry, most recently Stranger Music: Selected Poems and Songs and Book of Longing. During a recording career that spanned almost 50 years, he released 14 studio albums, the last of which, You Want It Darker, was released in 2016. Cohen was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010, and was awarded the Glenn Gould Prize in 2011. He died on November 7, 2016. Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.