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- Episode 49 - Sobriety and Clarity
This episode explores the deeper meaning of sobriety — as a state of clear, present, and intentional living. Vinnie emphasizes how mental clarity and spiritual connection are essential for genuine sobriety, extending beyond just avoiding s…
- Episode 48 - Special Guest Dweezil Zappa
What happens when you treat music as a precise craft, like classical composers? Dweezil shares the philosophy that guided his legendary performances of Frank Zappa’s complex, genre-defying compositions, revealing the rigorous training, imp…
- Episode 47 - Special Guest Sheila E.
In this engaging conversation, Sheila E. and Vinnie discuss the passage of time, the healing power of music, and the importance of being present in the moment. Sheila shares her musical journey, from her early influences in a musical famil…
- Episode 46 - Special Guest Mike Clark
He is rightfully celebrated for his groundbreaking work in jazz and funk drumming, most notably with Herbie Hancock's band, The Headhunters. His grooves, particularly on the song "Actual Proof" from the 1974 album Thrust, and "God Make Me…
- Episode 45 - Aftermath A Line Crossed
- Episode 44 - Special Guest Harvey Mason
Harvey and Vinnie delve into their musical journeys, exploring the evolution of drumming, the glory days of recording sessions, and the impact of influential musicians. They share stories about their experiences in the studio, the transiti…
- Episode 43 - The Dairy Girl Diaries. Family Farms In Crisis.
In this conversation, Stephanie Moreda-Arend discusses the challenges facing dairy farmers in Point Reyes, California, particularly the impact of NGOs and legal regulations on local agriculture. She highlights the historical context of far…
- Episode 42 - Special Guest Bill Schnee
Bill Schnee is s legendary producer and engineer with an astonishing career pedigree encompassing over 125 gold and platinum records, including Steely Dan’s Aja and Gaucho. In this engaging conversation, Bill shares his journey through the…
- Episode 41 - Through The Rearview Mirror
In this conversation, Vinnie reflects on the importance of looking back at life experiences to gain wisdom and perspective. He discusses the value of community, the role of mentorship, and the changes in society over time. Vinnie emphasize…
- Episode 40 - Sensationalism
This episode talks about sensationalism contextually.
- Episode 39 - Special Guest Dr. Mattias Desmet
Mattias Desmet is recognized as the world’s leading expert on the theory of mass formation as it applies to the COVID-19 pandemic. He is a professor of clinical psychology in the Department of Psychology and Educational Sciences at Ghent U…
- Episode 38 - Special Guest Bruce Becker
Spanning more than four decades as an educator, Master Teacher Bruce Becker has been bringing forward unique concepts in developing “The Flow”, getting his students to understand the natural principles of the physical body’s interaction wi…
- Episode 37 - Special Guest Dr. Tess Lawrie
Dr. Tess Lawrie is a medical doctor and research consultant. She has been a leading proponent in advocating for medical sovereignty and freedom, a well as tirelessly speaking out against the oppression of actual treatments that work, with…
- Episode 36 - The Lost Art Of Listening
This Episode talks about Listening and how it affects our comprehension, communication and awareness in life and musically as well.
- Episode 35 - Special Guest David Foster.
David Foster is one of he most successful and key figures in contemporary music. A consummate performer, composer, and producer, he has won 16 grammy awards from 47 nominations, 3 Oscar nominations, 2 nominations and a golden globe award,…
- Episode 34-Special Guest Bill Bruford
Bill Bruford spent a working life as an internationally-known musician with Yes, King Crimson, Bruford, and Earthworks before stepping out of practice to investigate aspects of creativity in popular music performance. Having earned his PhD…
- Episode 33 - Special Guest David ’Avocado’ Wolfe
David "Avocado" Wolfe is a Speaker, Author, Earth Activist & Peak Performance Coach, health, wellness, nutrition, raw food advocate ,and drummer. He is the author of several books, including Eating for Beauty, Chaga: King of the Medicinal…
- Episode 32 - Special Guest Pete Parada
Pete Parada is a professional musician who has performed or recorded with Face To Face, my Chemical Romance, Devo, The Offspring, Saves the Day, deco, Alkaline Trio, Rob Halford, and Chris Shiflett as well as the Tim Pool band, and his new…
- Episode 31 - Special Guest Dr. Dina McMillan Part Two!
This episode features Dr. McMillan discussing her new book "Fascination with the devil-why women love emotionally dangerous men", as well as socio political issues on micro and macro levels. www.drdinamcmillan.com
- Episode 30 - Special Guest - Gary Chaffee.
Gary Chaffee’s career spanning over 50 years has had him traveling and teaching students worldwide, as well as being the Chairman for the percussion department at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. During that time, some of his student…
- Episode 29 - Special Guest J. Kimo Williams
https://omikmusic.com/
- Episode 28 - Freedom.
This episode discusses freedom. Quotes are from Julius Ruechel; "Words From the Dead" - How to lift Society from the ashes of postmodernism. www.juliusruechel.com
- Episode 27 - Special Guest Douglas Rushkoff. A.I. and beyond.
This episode features prominent intellectual and media theorist, author, lecturer, professor, and musician Douglas Rushkoff, discussing A.I., its current or probable ramifications, and various areas of effect. https://rushkoff.com He also…
- Episode 26 - Special Guest Pete Zeldman
PETE ZELDMAN Pete Zeldman is a uniquely creative musician who is as original as he is iconoclastic in a sense. I first met Pete many years ago and I had never heard an approach like his. It's one thing to hear certain rhythmic events or ce…
- Episode 25 - Jeff Beck
One of a kind.
- Episode 24 - The World Needs More Music.
This episode discusses the idea of more new music coming into existence, and whether or not it is 'necessary'.
- Episode 23 - Special guest Dr. Dina McMillan
Dr. Dina McMillan is an American social psychologist and domestic violence specialist. She received her BA from Hunter College in New York and both a masters and doctorate in social psychology from Stanford University in California. In 200…
- Episode 22 - Special Guest Ted Gioia
This episode features a conversation with music historian, author, musician, and musicologist Ted Gioia, with some concepts related to his book which I highly recommend: "Music: A Subversive History".
- Episode 21 Resolve.
This Episode talks about inner determination, or resolve, to propel toward action.
- Episode 20 A New Beginning. Again.
This episode talks about the new year, new beginnings, and our ways of thinking about it and moving forward.
- Episode 19 Auld Lang Syne / Closure.
This Episode discusses endings, closure, and reflecting on demarcation points, as well as contemplative hindsight and how it may affect decision making, actions, changes, or stasis.
- Episode 18 Merry Christmas!
This episode discusses aspects of Christmas.
- Episode 17 The Will To Purpose
This Episode talks about the sense of purpose.
- Episode 16 Solidarity and Consensus
This Episode talks about Solidarity as a common ideal, recognizing tactics that divide, and standing together to achieve truthful consensus and societal cohesion.
- Episode 15 Special Guest Mahavishnu JohnMcLaughlin
This episode features the iconic John McLaughlin discussing his history with Miles Davis, The Tony Williams Lifetime, The Mahavishnu Orchestra and more, as well as his upcoming album "Liberation Time", due for release July 16, 2021.
- Episode 14 Chick Corea
This Episode commemorates the late, great Chick Corea.
- Episode 13 Community
Community in Society. Solidarity.
- Episode 12 Language and Media
This Episode talks about Language, its use and influence, the lingual aspect of music, and media manipulation.
- Episode 11 Brandification and Relevance
This episode talks about exactly that; brandification and relevance.
- Episode 10 What do we really want?
This episode asks that question, what it means and what it can involve.
- Episode 9. TIME.
This Episode talks about time, and rhythm.
- Episode 8 SOCIAL.
This Episode discusses a perspective on social media and social relations.
- Episode 7 Listening and Expression
This Episode talks about the value and skill of listening, and one's mode of expression.
- Episode 6 - SELLING MUSIC...OR HATS
This Episode talks about selling music, or not, offering insights and sales figures. Still a hot potato.
- Episode 5 "Joe Q. Public vs. The Muso"
Episode 5 talks about how musicians and non-musicians listen to music, media, quality, and more.
- Episode 4 Special Guest Terrace Martin!
This Episode features very special guest, producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist Terrace Martin. Terrace speaks about producing, writing, and larger issues of music and society.
- Episode 3 "Amateur or Pro" Who's Happier?
This Episode discusses if a Pro or an Amateur musician is happier, why, what happens if it fades, and how to get it back.
- Episode 2 "Who Are You"
Episode 2 -Who Are You talks about Identity, Learning, Teaching and letting identity emerge in the process.
- Episode 1 "Decisions"
Welcome to the Pilot Episode! In this episode Vinnie talks about decision making in the recording process, and broader aspects of it.