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Boshra Alsaadi is a singer, songwriter, producer, and visual artist based in Los Angeles. Her solo project SAADI will release the sophomore album Birds of Paradise on September 4 via Switch Hit Records. Boshra shares the trifecta of life changing events that spawned the new record, why she left the arts for a career in Microbiology and how Chris Coady and a Universal Audio interface brought pulled her back into the world of music. We learn how a early obsession with choral arrangements reared its head on Birds Of Paradise and how the variety of studios and quality of equipment shaped the new record. Boshra hips Joe to the wonderful term “underlick”, hints at plans for the next record and announces her record release show at Zebulon on September 12th.  Boshra Alsaadi Switch Hit Records Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

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Megan March is the singer, drummer and a founding member of Oakland based Street Eaters. Their newest record Opaque will be released September 5th via Dirt Cult Records. Megan and Joe discuss her youth growing up in the vibrant bay area punk community and how the early days of “jammin econo” shaped the Streets Eaters sound and sustainable touring ethos. Megan shares her experience of giving birth where she was neglected, forced to endure an emergency C-section and how this and this experience and the political climate have steered Opaque to be a record about coming to terms with trauma. The two discuss peaceful protest vs. active protest and how it matches up to state violence and attacks on human rights. Megan shares a tour story that ultimately convinced them to add a third member to the band and how the band dynamic has changed in the studio.  Joe and Megan discuss the prospects for touring with a kid and they unpack a couple new tunes. Street Eaters Dirt Cult Records Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

A new MP3 sermon from Let the Bible Speak Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ruinous Power of Unconfessed Sin 4 Subtitle: The Book of Judges Speaker: Dr. Alan Cairns Broadcaster: Let the Bible Speak Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 8/14/2025 Bible: Judges 9:5-10:16 Length: 27 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Let the Bible Speak Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ruinous Power of Unconfessed Sin 1 Subtitle: The Book of Judges Speaker: Dr. Alan Cairns Broadcaster: Let the Bible Speak Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 8/11/2025 Bible: Judges 10:5-16 Length: 27 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Let the Bible Speak Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ruinous Power of Unconfessed Sin 2 Subtitle: The Book of Judges Speaker: Dr. Alan Cairns Broadcaster: Let the Bible Speak Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 8/12/2025 Bible: Judges 10:5-16 Length: 28 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Let the Bible Speak Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The Ruinous Power of Unconfessed Sin 3 Subtitle: The Book of Judges Speaker: Dr. Alan Cairns Broadcaster: Let the Bible Speak Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 8/13/2025 Bible: Judges 10:5-16 Length: 28 min.

SPRINTS is a raucous 4-piece post-punk band from Dublin comprised of vocalist and guitarist Karla Chubb, bassist Sam McCann, drummer Jack Callan and new guitarist Zac Stephenson.  Their newest record, All That Is Over, is due out on September 26th via Sub Pop records. The band shares their experience recording at La Frette Studios, why they were more confident making All That is Over Now, and how they built a more robust sonic landscape for this record. They discuss the ideas behind the single Descartes, Karla tells us how writing plays a key role in her life processing and why politeness may need to take a back seat to brashness in out current political climate.   SPRINTS SUB POP RECORDS NEW SINGLE RAGE Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Luke Silas is a film and tv composer and founding member/drummer of chiptune wizards, Anamanaguchi. Their new LP, Anyway (due out 8/8 via Polyvinyl Records) is beautiful pivot from 8 bits to full throttle rock.  Luke tells us how the band's work on the Scott Pilgrim show inspired the vibe of the new record, why they don't like to repeat themselves and how Anamanaguchi realized they now love operating as a band.  Joe and Luke discuss how expression and fair use collided for their newest video and why a “Batman Trailer” was logical direction.   Luke shares his unique experience of preparing for Anyway and why recording with Dave Fridmann was an experience beyond his wildest dreams. The two drummers discuss the fun and stress of tracking to tape, why being the drummer can be the easiest and hardest job in a band and Joe gives Luke a few bus touring tips.   Ananmanaguchi Polyvinyl Records Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Flowers for the Dead are a DC based trio comprised of guitarist/vocalist Jessie Szegö, bassist Ella Buskirk, and drummer Ten Bears. Their newest EP, First Place, is produced by Justin Pizzoferrato and due out August 1st. The three share their experience recording the new record, how a newfound confidence shaped the process to a more collaborative effort. We learn how this new version of the band came together in the old fashion way, playing and going to shows in DC. The band share their formative relationships with music, Jessie tells us what motivated her to start a band how she's currently finding music in the world. Flowers For The Dead ⁠ Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Alicia Gaines is the singer, bass player and founding member of Chicago based Ganser. Their third and newest record Animal Hospital is due out August 29th via Felte Records. In this episode Alicia shares how the unintentional formation of Ganser came about and why she felt l she needed to unlearn here formal training.  She tells us why she views songwriting as a game of sorts, why the new record required a different process of preparation how she constructed the lyrics for the newest single Discount Diamonds. Joe and Alicia share their interpretations of Discount Diamonds and we learn how the song evolved from demo to final recording.  Alicia tells us why her demo bass line for a song on the record could not be beat in the studio, how the vocals are shared in the band, and we get a gear run down for the current lineup. Ganser Felte Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Madeline Kenny is a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Oakland, Ca. Her 5th record, Kiss From The Balcony is due out July 18th via Carpark records and is a follow up to her acclaimed release New Reality Mind.  Madeline shares her early relationship with music and why an education spilt between formal piano training and an all-ages punk venue proved to be a rounding experience.   She tells us how she accidentally fell into making her first recording with Chaz Bundick from Tori y Moi and why the neutrality of their relationship played a role in that process. Joe and Madeline discuss the current music landscape and why taking advantage of the NOW is more important to Madeline that chasing the moving target of media consumption.  Madeline tells us how recording Kiss From The Balcony at Tiny Telephone Studio gave her more freedom and dramatic license than previous records and why she is dedicated to performance both in the studio and live. We learn how Madeline feel in love with sideburns, how she came to be in a Neil Young cover band, and she reveals her next cover band project. Madeline Kenny Carpark Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Allison Wolfe is the singer and a founding member of Bratmobile.  Following a 2 year hiatus, Bratmobile is back with a string of shows on the West Coast, including their second appearance at the Mosswood Meltdown Festival, hosted by John Waters.   Allison gives us a quick history of Bratmobile, how the band presently operates and why the band continues to come back together despite distances, other projects and even an onstage break-up.   She's shares some insight into her lyrics, her view on the grunge scene and why anti-professionalism was a necessary approach to early Bratmobile.  Joe and Allison swop early touring stories and Allison paints us a fun-loving picture of the first Bratmobile tour. Allison Wolfe Bratmobile Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Alan Sparhawk is a singer, songwriter and a founding member of the Duluth based band Low, where he has built decades of stirring music with his wife and lifelong creative partner Mimi Parker. Following Mimi's passing in 2022, Alan has released two solo records, the first titled White Flowers, My God and the most recent Alan Sparhawk with Trampled By Turtles, both available now via Sub Pop Records. Alan shares his experiences from the most recent tour, what almost destroyed him, how he deals with it and why he thinks it's healthy to have near breaking points on the road. He tells us how his pitch corrected vocals style on White Flowers, My God was both a cathartic and perspective changing experience. We learn how he came to collaborate with fellow Duluthians Trampled By Turtles and why the relationship has provided personal and performance confidence he was seeking. Joe and Alan discuss the playful vocal phrasing on the song Stranger, why Alan rarely plays acoustic guitar and origin of Alans funk band Derecho Rhythm Section. Alan Sparhawk Sub Pop ⁠ Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

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Greta Kline is a singer, songwriter and founding member of NYC based band, Frankie Cosmos. The newest record, Different Talking, is due out June 27th via Sub Pop Records and is led by three rousing singles.  Greta shares her experience growing up in a New York DIY community and how she evolved from a supportive to a creative role in the music scene.  She tells us how new bandmates have not only changed the sound of the new record but also led to their first self-produced record.  Greta recounts the bands two month recording session at a house in upstate New York and the two share their fondness for close quarter collaboration. She tells us why recording the single Bitch Heart was both a new and rewarding experience for the entire band. Joe and Greta discuss the asset hungry music industry, self-management and how the great Tracey Ullman came to be the star of the Pressed Flowers video. Frankie Cosmos Sub Pop Records Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

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Jack Cooper is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and founding member of the band Modern Nature. Modern Nature's newest record The Heat Warps is due out August 29th via Bella Union. The first single Pharoah is out now and available everywhere. Jack shares the motivation behind starting Modern Nature, the bands sonic evolution and why the new record has a more direct and immediate vibe. He tells why he feels like he's reached a balance with his lyrics and how that confidence plays out on The Heat Warps. Joe and Jack discuss why less labored songs are often favorites, how an accidental nod to Led Zeppelin wound up on the new record and Jack explains the meaning behind the record title. Modern Nature Bella Union Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Matt Dowling is a multi-instrumentalist and founding member of Baltimore based SWOLL. SWOLL'S newest record, Avoid Attach is due out September 26th with the lead single Scar is out now on all digital platforms.  Matt gives us the lowdown on the Baltimore scene and shares his DC to Baltimore migration experience.  He tells us why he picked up the bass after years of piano training, what led him to move from a “band member” to a solo artist and why he had an insecurity attached to this evolution. Matt explains how the new single Scar in a nod to DC band Puff Pieces and why the record title Avoid Attach is both a personal and cultural exploration of the avoidant attachment behavioral style. We learn why Matt uses band names for song titles and why he thinks vinyl is a useful barometer for the health of independent music. SWOLL HELLBENDER VINYL Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠⁠Tandem Drums⁠⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Ep supported by ⁠⁠@betterhelp⁠⁠. Your well-being is worth it. Visit ⁠⁠betterhelp.com/tourstories⁠⁠ today to get 10% off your first month.

Rebecca Shiffman is a singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles via NYC.  Her newest record, Before The Future, is set to release on July 25th and includes studio contributions from Chris Cohen, Tim Carr (Perfume Genius, Hand Habits), SASAMI and Luke Temple (Here We Go Magic). Rebecca shares her experience growing up in Manhattan with culture forward parents and how a high school classmate with a four-track recorder opened the door to the power of DIY creativity.  Joe the Rebecca discuss the forthcoming single Little Mr. Civility (out May 20th), what the inspirations are behind the song and how it conjures up memories of early parenting. Rebecca tells us why Before The Future is stacked with heavy hitters, how her lyrics dictate the direction of each song and why she decided to take more of a producer role with the new record. Rebecca Shiffman Rebecca Shiffman Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠Tandem Drums⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Ep supported by ⁠@betterhelp⁠. Your well-being is worth it. Visit ⁠betterhelp.com/tourstories⁠ today to get 10% off your first month.

Natalie Lew is a Seattle based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and founding member of Sea Lemon. Sea Lemon's dream fuzz pop debut LP, Diving For A Prize, is out May 30th via Luminelle Recordings.  Natalie shares her performance adjacent music experience growing up in the Seattle music scene and how a move to New York led her to the picking up a guitar and singing. Joe and Natalie discuss the observational approach to her lyrics, and she explains the refrain on the song Stay, a current single.  Natalie tells us how Crystals (feat. Ben Gibbard) was transformed from a big rock song to a darker shoe gazer and why the drums (Sean T. Lane) remain the center piece. We learn why the direction and sound of Diving For A Prize exposed a new musicality within herself and we hear a couple new tunes Sea Lemon Luminelle Records Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit ⁠Tandem Drums⁠ Please visit and support ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠⁠Izotope⁠⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠⁠Distrokid⁠⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

David Bazan is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in Seattle. Over the past 30 years he has released dozens of collaborative and solo records as Pedro The Lion, Headphones and David Bazan.  This year he celebrates the 20th anniversary of Headphones with a remastered version of the 2005 release, complete with bonus tracks and additional liner notes by David Dark (out now via Suicide Squeeze Records). Joe asks David to look back into 2005 and share the motivation behind shifting from Pedro The Lion to a minimal synth based project and why he almost got talked out of it.  David shares some details behind the recording and why building a different drum sound for each song proved to be a fruitful endeavor. David tells us how he's working through a “burnout spot”, how his life has recently changed and why rehearsing once a week with Pedro The Lion has reinvigorated his playing. Joe and David geek on Beak, talk anti-Elon bumper stickers and we hear a few tunes. David Bazan Suicide Squeeze Tour Stories is now supported by @tandemdrums, maker of Drops drum mutes.  Joe's absolute favorite drummute for live, rehearsal and the studio. visit Tandem Drums Please visit and support ⁠Izotope⁠ and ⁠Distrokid⁠ for continued exclusive listener discounts. ⁠Izotope⁠ is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses ⁠Izotope⁠ and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is ⁠Distrokid⁠. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Sextile is an electro-punk duo based in Los Angeles. They're newest record, Yes, Please is due out May 2 and is their sophomore release on Sacred Bones. On Yes, Please, founding members Melissa Scaduto and Brady Keehn offer up their most realized and personal record yet, all with an overflowing trifecta of visceral, frenetic and heady energy.  Melissa and Brady share their musical backstory, how Brady found music in his disciplined upbringing and why Mellissa initially resisted dance music. We get the origin story of Sextile and how they made their first record on a $250 budget in sober living situation.  We learn why Yes, Please has more emphasis on lyrics the previous records and why Mellissa is nervous about a particular song. The duo share their writing and recording processes on Yes, Please, how they adapt to the current touring climate and why Nick Zinner operated as their front of house engineer for a split second. Joe, Brady and Mellissa discuss the delights of Japan and we hear a couple new tunes. SEXTILE SACRD BONES Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Ep supported by @betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit betterhelp.com/tourstories today to get 10% off your first month.

Cret Wilson (bass, vocals) and Areif Sless-Kitain (drums) are two-thirds of DC based 90's post punk band, Regulator Watts. Along with singer and guitarist, Alex Dunham, the band was relatively prolific during their short run, releasing several records on Slowdime Records with support from Dischord, including The Aesthetics of No-Drag and The Mercury EP.  For the first time on vinyl, The Mercury LP is available now via Solid Brass records. Cret, Areif and Joe compare notes on their same era different coasts rock scenes, Cret and Areif illustrate the power of the connectivity of 90's DC music and all three share their love for Circus Lupus and The Black Cat. Cret and Areif share their experience recording with Geoff Turner (Grey Matter), the three discus the importance of freedom and play in the studio and how earnestness plays a role in writing and recording. We hear about Cret and Arief's new projects, what's next for Regulator Watts and we listen to a few new tunes. Regulator Watts Solid Brass Records Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Ep supported by @betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit betterhelp.com/tourstories today to get 10% off your first month.

Takiaya Reed is a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and doom metalist who performs as Divide and Dissolve. Her newest record, Insatiable is due out April 18th via Bella Union. Takiaya tells why she has always had not just a want, but a need to play multiple instruments.  We learn how her approach changed for recording Insatiable, what kind of recording environment she feels most comfortable in and why she set aside the consideration of live performance when writing the new record. Joe and Takiaya discuss “psychological volume”, why her song titles function as lyrics and we hear a couple new tunes. Takiaya Reed Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

"A Ruinous Decision" Hosts: Darren Weeks, Vicky Davis Website for the show: https://governamerica.com Vicky's website: https://thetechnocratictyranny.com COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AND CREDITS AT: https://governamerica.com/radio/radio-archives/22612-govern-america-april-5-2025-a-ruinous-decision Listen LIVE every Saturday at 11AM Eastern or 8AM Pacific at http://governamerica.net or on your favorite app. A breakdown of Trump's "Day of Liberation" tariffs. Despite the hand-wringing, will short-term pain equal long-term gain? How will the U.S. balance multiple, simultaneous global crises with a new global trade war? In the final hour, investigative journalists Casey Whalen of North Idaho Exposed and Dave Reilly of The Backlash podcast join us to talk about recent Tesla protests. As Tesla cars and dealerships come under fire by radical terrorists, a recent bust reveals the subversive connections of some of the extremists.

Sade Sanchez is the singer and guitarist for Los Angeles based band LA Witch. Their newest record, DOGGOD, (out now via Suicide Squeeze Records) is an a more reverb drenched, Mancunium post-punk expansion on their garagy sound, with a deeper exploration into to love and spirituality. Sade tells us out how the band found themselves recording at the celebrated Motorbass studio in Paris, how synthesizers influenced the direction of the record and why they are embracing the sonic space that was created.  She explains the idea behind the title DOGGOD and why the street Rue Des Martyrs parallels with some of her lyrics.  The two talk about the power of touring before recording, the ins and out of traveling to France with a dog and we hear a couple new tunes. LA Witch Suicide Squeeze Records Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

JP Hasson is a musician, comedian and visual artist based in Los Angeles. For the last 2 decades he has toured and recorded with his conceptual music/comedy acts Pleaseeasaur and JP Inc. He is also the founder, CEO and creative director at Hasco Enjoyments, the combined works of JP Hasson and JP Inc.  Hasco Enjoyment's latest effort, WOW!, a lush and dreamy instrumental album, is available now everywhere in the world.  JP and Joe share their formative rock n roll years in Seattle and compare early lives in small towns where the effort for culture required more creativity than that of a big city.  JP tells us how WOW! began as comedy record, eventually transformed into an instrumental record and why letting go of the conceptual reins was a novel experience for him.  JP sheds light on the song title “Sometimes My Dad Is An Eagle” and why it is both an uncomfortable and fun expression. JP shares his experiences touring with Devo and Josh Freese, performing on Jimmy Fallon with Pinback and confirms a performance on Fox News with JP Inc. The two talk natto and vegemite, JP gives a hot tip on dealing with "stir" peanut butter and we hear a few tunes from WOW! Hasco Enjoyments Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

José Medeles is seasoned composer, drummer, author, owner of Revival Drum Shop and most recently, brand manager for the legendary and exquisitely revived Slingerland Drum Company. José shares his journey from working drummer/shop owner to his new position celebrating and advocating for his favorite drum company.  He tells us why he initially resisted the position, what pushed him to except it and why he wouldn't hire himself if the tables were turned. The two drummers discuss the importance of sensibility in their craft, which drummers best express that for them and share their personal Slingerland stories. José teases his upcoming release with the great Marc Ribot, how that experience changed him forever and shares a story from his mentor, Stephen Hodges. Slingerland José Medeles Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive.

Aaron Beam is the singer and bass player for Portland based Red Fang. In celebration of 20 years in the riff business, Red Fang releases Deep Cuts, an extensive 26-song collection of non-album tracks, covers, and previously unreleased singles, out now via Relapse Records. In this episode, Aaron paints a picture of the of the early aughts Portland scene and how it provided the exact ingredients necessary to form Red Fang. Joe and Aaron discuss how Deep Cuts is more than a collection of rarities and recollection, and why it's more of illustrative assemblage of songs that takes them out of the Stoner Rock corner. We learn Red Fangs approach to song writing, why Aaron views it as both technical and dumb and how super drummer John Sherman ties it all up with his magical touch. Aaron catches us up on his current rock endeavors, we hear a medley of tunes from Deep Cuts, and for the first time ever on Tour Stories, we take questions from a super fan. Red Hang Relapse Records Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Please visit Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts.

This episode of Tour Stories is not an episode of Tour Stories. This is the debut episode of the new podcast Rock For Likes. Inspired by a lively text thread, 2 former members of Modest Mouse (Dann Gallucci, Joe Plummer) and 1 current member (Simon O'Connor) share their opinions, experiences, and alleged knowledge of rock in a rapid-fire exchange of narrative free good times.  A trifecta of goofs, truths, and largely reliable insight. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Please visit Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts.

Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda wrap up Brynne Weaver's Ruinous Love trilogy by covering book 3, "Scythe & Sparrow." Although not as gory as the  previous installments, this book mostly delivers on what readers expect from the series: Dark humor, vigilante justice, and kinky sexy times. But is it as good as the other two? Listen now to find out.  Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Basia Bulat is a multi-instrumentalist, singer and songwriter based in Montreal. Since 2007, she has recorded 7 records and toured the world extensively.  Her newest release, Basia's Palace is out now via Secret City Records. In this episode, Basia explains her lifelong attraction to Montreal and what motivated her to finally move there from her hometown of Toronto. She shares her experience of growing up in a musical household with an ultra-supportive mother whose values emphasized the importance of not taking anything for granted and approaching all opportunities seriously.  Basia tells us why Jim James encouraged her to dive deeper into production, how she wound up living in her recording studio and how her childcare schedule played a role in the writing of the new record.  Joe and Basia discuss how a problem-solving mind set and self-induced limitations influence performance.  Basia tells us how she retained the spirit of the demo on Basia's Palace, Joe learns about the Polish pop genre Disco Polo and we hear couple new tunes. Basia Bulat Secret City Records Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Please visit Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts.

Joe's conversation with Stephen Hodges just keeps giving! Stephen shares the secret behind his drumming technique on the Tom Wait's Swordfish Trombone, which leads Joe and Stephen to an insightful conversion on how Stephen controls and changes sonic dynamics, reverberation, and the sound fields of the many albums he's recorded. Stephen gives us an eloquent, philosophical and practical lesson on creating dimension in the sonic space and the importance of allowing the music to present itself. We hear and quick story from his time with Bo Diddley and Stephen shares his experiences recording with John Hammond and Mike Baggetta. Stephen Hodges MSSV Big Ego Studios Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Please visit Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts.

In this audio, I talk about the fulfillment of Isaiah 17:1 as many people are citing it on Facebook and YouTube because of Syria being attacked by Israel and Turkey.'Here's a link to the Revelation Timeline Decoded website home page, where you can save a Fulfillment Chart and Summary Study PDF's, and request a PDF copy of the Revelation Timeline Decoded Book Summary.https://revelationtimelinedecoded.comIf you find value in these explanations and want to support this ministry, click on https://revelationtimelinedecoded.com/support-this-ministry/On the www.BibleProphecyDecoded.com website you will find one-page PDF summaries that you can save and print, links to videos, links to request free copies of the prophecy fulfillment books, and links to order printed copies.On the www.BibleProphecyDecoded.com website you will find one-page PDF summaries that you can save and print, links to videos, links to request free copies of the prophecy fulfillment books, and links to order printed copies.

Stephen Hodges is a drummer and composer, born, raised, and based in Long Beach, California. Stephen is the man behind the iconic and culturally permeating drum sounds and rhythms on Tom Wait's Rain Dogs and Swordfishtrombones. He has extensively toured and recorded with John Hammond, The Smashing Pumpkins, Chuck Berry, Wanda Jackson, and Mavis Staples. He was also handpicked by David Lynch to lend his unique and thoughtful sonic expression to the Twin Peaks: Firewalk With Me soundtrack. His collaboration with Mike Baggetta and old pal Mike Watt, MSSV, will be releasing their 3rd studio album On and On on March 7th via BIG EGO Records.  Stephen shares how his early experience's, his perspective on education and how a 32” bass drum developed his definitive style and is shaping his on-going career. We learn why playing 50+ shows prior to recording On and On is essential to the MSSV process, what surprises they encountered as the songs evolved and how replacing their stolen van changed Stephens drum sound.  We get a peek in-side MSSV's recording process at Big Ego Studios, how the Minutemen's political view on notes influenced the rhythm section on On and On and Joe tries but fails to resist talking drums with Stephen. MSSV Big Ego Studios Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Please visit Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts.

Introducing **Ruinous**, a dedicated business owner who specializes in crafting custom guitars and basses. With a deep passion for handmaking unique instruments, Ruinous adds significant value to the music world by focusing on innovation and originality in his designs.As a self-taught bass player, Ruinous enjoys playing music with friends for fun, which fuels his desire to create high-quality instruments. He offers two options for bass players: the first is a slim narrow body, perfect for those who prefer to play while standing, and the second is designed for sitting, featuring a taller body that sits ergonomically on the lap for enhanced comfort.Ruinous has also conducted photo shoots to showcase his stunning designs, color options, and craftsmanship. Additionally, he shares behind-the-scenes content that highlights the meticulous process of running his business, including the use of giant robots for cutting wood and metal, further demonstrating the innovative techniques he employs.Customers can easily order their custom guitars and basses through his website, where Ruinous is continually expanding his lineup based on customer demand. With his commitment to quality and creativity, **Ruinous** is making a significant impact in the world of custom instruments, providing musicians with unique tools to enhance their musical journey!

How the CORE method can help you thrive in the messy middle. Caught in the middle of a boss who's all care but no action and a team lead who's full steam ahead with no brakes? That's a workplace tightrope no one wants to walk. Your ability to Care Personally and Challenge Directly can seriously be affected when communication falls apart on both ends of the spectrum, and it's not just frustrating—it's debilitating. How do you stay productive and keep your sanity when you're managing up and down with people who either dodge conflict entirely or bulldoze through it? In this episode, Jason and Amy tackle the messy middle, breaking down how to use the CORE method (Context, Observation, Result, Expected Next Steps) to navigate these tricky situations. It's not about pointing fingers or playing favorites—it's about finding a way to ditch the drama and focus on what really matters: working better together. Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast. Episode Links: Transcript Give Candid Feedback With the CORE Method | Radical Candor Feedback from Your Boss | Radical Candor Asking for Feedback | Radical Candor The Radical Candor Order of Operations | Radical Candor Make Work Less Like Jr. High: Radical Candor Podcast 5 | 10 Managing Challenging Conversations At Work | Radical Candor Navigating Workplace Tensions: Stuck Between Ruinous Empathy and Obnoxious Aggression Connect: Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Chapters: (00:00:00) IntroductionAmy and Jason introduce a listener dilemma about a ruinously empathetic boss and an obnoxiously aggressive team lead.(00:02:15) Defining Ruinous Empathy and Obnoxious AggressionWhat it means to care without challenging and to challenge without caring.(00:04:44) It's the Boss's Job: Accountability MattersWhy the manager has ultimate responsibility and how to provide feedback.(00:07:53) Raising the Issue with Your BossHow to approach a ruinously empathetic boss with care and directness.(00:11:46) Involving Your Boss EffectivelyHow to engage your boss in resolving team tensions without blame or shame.(00:17:55) Using the CORE MethodA step-by-step approach to delivering clear and constructive feedback.(00:20:55) Role-Play: Navigating a Clean Escalation ConversationHow to handle a tough conversation between a team member and an aggressive lead.(00:31:11) Building Common GroundTips for fostering mutual understanding and creating actionable steps.(00:34:02) Radical Candor TipsKey takeaways and practical tips for addressing conflict.(00:36:35) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode #245 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we examine 1 Corinthians 5:1-2. Big Idea: We Must Mourn Sin 3 Supporting Ideas: 1) This Sin is Ruinous 2) Don't Be Proud of Sin 3) Remove the Wicked one Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

How misguided praise can do more harm than good.Praise can be powerful, but when it's vague, generic, or something you can say to a dog like "good job," it can backfire and do more harm than good. Kim, Jason, and Amy explore the nuances of Ruinous Empathy and praise, sharing real-life examples, like the infamous FEMA response during Hurricane Katrina, to illustrate the pitfalls of Ruinously Empathetic feedback. They discuss the importance of making praise specific and sincere so people know what was good and why, allowing them to repeat their success.  Get all of the show notes at RadicalCandor.com/podcast.Episode Links: Praise & Ruinous Empathy | Radical Candor Tips to Avoid Ruinously Empathetic Praise | Radical Candor Appreciation (That's What The Money's For!) | Radical Candor 5 | 16 Radical Candor Podcast: A Tale Of Ruinous Empathy Beyond 'Sorry': How to Apologize and Mean It 6 | 22 DARVO | Wikipedia Being 'Nice' Instead of Kind is One of the Biggest Mistakes Well-Intentioned Bosses Make Connect: Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn Facebook X YouTube Chapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionKim, Jason, and Amy introduce the episode's focus on how praise can become ruinously empathetic.(00:00:53) What Is Ruinous Empathy in Praise?How praise can be ineffective when it's vague, insincere, or lacks specific feedback.(00:02:19) Defining Praise vs. CriticismWhat constitutes praise, how it differs from criticism and the dangers of insincere praise(00:06:06) Effective Public Support and PraiseGuidance for leaders on how to support team members publicly after a mistake.(00:11:51) Consequences of Praising FailureWhy offering praise after failure can be misleading and harmful.(00:17:04) The Role of Specificity in PraiseThe importance of specificity in making praise feel sincere and useful.(00:22:11) Ruinous Empathy and Manipulative InsincerityThe nuances... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Selvaggi discusses the emergence of the massive, costly, and rapidly growing register of federal rules and regulations with Competitive Enterprise Institute's Wayne Crews.

Joe Selvaggi discusses the emergence of the massive, costly, and rapidly growing register of federal rules and regulations with Competitive Enterprise Institute's Wayne Crews.

Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda cover "Leather & Lark," book 2 in Brynne Weaver's Ruinous Love trilogy. Don't forget to check the trigger/content warnings before listening to the episode, although our hosting trio would say that this book is not as gratuitous as the first book in the trilogy.  Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Dr. Sid Rohrscheib is a general surgeon in central Illinois. His career spans the period from the 1990s and he has witnessed thje changes wrought by the financialization of medicine. We have corresponded for a while about the problems in health care and he kindly consented to come on the podcast. The KunstlerCast theme music is the beautiful Two Rivers Waltz written and performed by Larry Unger

Bridget, Caitlin, and Hilda take a quick break from the romantasy genre and cover "Butcher & Blackbird," book 1 in Brynne Weaver's Ruinous Love trilogy.  Make sure you familiarize yourself with the content/trigger warnings for this twisted, dark romance featuring two serial killers who fall in love while hunting other serial killers/predators. But who's the real psycho in all of this - FMC/MMC Sloane and Rowan or Bridget, who revels in torturing Hilda with her descriptive retelling of all the gruesome scenes?  Join our Patreon for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and let's be friends!Instagram > @Booktokmademe_podTikTok > @BooktokMadeMe

Are there really universal laws of creativity? Doesn't that sound too good to be true?In final episode of season one, hosts Todd Henry and Joshua Gott discuss Dave Zaboski's five 'Universal Laws Of Creativity', unpacking powerful insights from the first twelve episodes. They explore the dynamics of feedback and empathy in collaborative environments, the invigorating challenge of early project traction, the strategy behind juggling multiple initiatives, the transformative power of belief in the creative process, and the courage it takes to invite others into your work.Here are some key insights:1. Feedback is a dish best served with care.Navigating the fine line between directness and consideration is crucial when giving feedback. Todd Henry's candid confession about his sometimes over-aggressive approach to challenging ideas hints at the nuanced dance of pushing for improvement without bruising spirits. How can you ensure that your feedback builds up rather than tears down?2. Empathy without action leads to creative stagnation.Ruinous empathy can silently sabotage the best of teams, as the episode's conversation reveals. Over-caring without confronting issues may seem harmless but often results in a loss of trust and stunted growth. Instead, fostering a culture where challenges are met head-on, albeit with a human touch, can fuel a more vibrant and productive creative process.Is your empathy is empowering others or enabling a fear of conflict.3. The first step of creation is belief in the vision.A core message delivered by Dave Zaboski is the indispensable power of belief for igniting the creative spark. The session revisits moments when embracing a vision was the impetus for remarkable collaborations and projects. From the drawing boards of iconic films to the birth of a podcast season, belief is the secret sauce that enables creators to dream and venture beyond the ordinary.What creative vision are you pursuing?4. Risk is the price of admission for a chance to dance with success.Thad Cockrell's tale of a $99 album and the musician's gamble of mortgaging his house underlines a truth discussed in our episode: pivotal breaks often come at the heels of risk-filled decisions. Linking this concept to the 'Band of Brothers' metaphor echoes the idea that freedom to create is intertwined with the bravery to confront possible losses.What risk might you need to take in order to make your idea happen?5. Completion is a marathon, not a sprint.The hardest part is not starting, but finishing — this sentiment is echoed throughout the episode, particularly in the context of managing one's energy and resolve. As creators, seeing a project through to its conclusion, especially when novelty wanes and the grind sets in, distinguishes the successful from those who fall short.What does "finishing" mean in your current work?As always, you can hear the full interview with Dave Zaboski and receive daily episodes and prompts in the Daily Creative app at DailyCreative.app.Mentioned in this episode:NEW BOOK! The Brave Habit is available nowRise to important moments in your life and work by developing the habit of bravery. Available in paperback, ebook, or audiobook wherever books are sold. Learn more