Thoughts on Resistance in that War of Art as well as where it crops up in whatever we do

Chase Hearts Not Charts: Lisa Leitl (Singer-Songwriter) & Rob Wells (Music Producer)

This incredibly special interview with Lisa Leitl and her producer (and friend!) Rob Wells is premiering on RadioStPete on Get to the Roots on July 8, 2026 to promote and *** celebrate *** Lisa Leitl's second EP: "Now You're Gone [https://open.spotify.com/track/5wfHVaTIWIeyWHCV21p5Nf?si=e362c8f6fc474285]." Join our conversation and feel inspired to create and share your art. Be reminded of the importance of collaborations and know it's never too late to follow your dreams. Be inspired by the work of Lisa Leitl over her vast career and feel amazed when hearing words directly from Rob Wells about how you too can make your dreams happen. I hope that doesn't sound too corny, because this interview is real, deep, powerful, and joyful. Don't feel bogged down by the weight of your goals, instead seek help to achieve them. Instead, form friendships that will last a lifetime.   * Visit Lisa Leitl online: https://lisaleitl.com/ [https://lisaleitl.com/] * Find “Now You’re Gone” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/5wfHVaTIWIeyWHCV21p5Nf?si=e362c8f6fc474285 [https://open.spotify.com/track/5wfHVaTIWIeyWHCV21p5Nf?si=e362c8f6fc474285] * Find “Now You’re Gone” on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/song/now-youre-gone/6776041882 [https://music.apple.com/us/song/now-youre-gone/6776041882]  * Find Lisa Leitl on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LisaLeitl [https://www.youtube.com/@LisaLeitl]  * Visit Lisa Leitl on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.leitl.1/ [https://www.facebook.com/lisa.leitl.1/]  * Instagram: @LisaLeitlSongwriter    * Visit Rob Wells Music Producer online: https://robwellsmusic.com/ [https://robwellsmusic.com/] * LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/robwmusic [https://linktr.ee/robwmusic] * Find Rob Wells on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RobWells [https://www.youtube.com/@RobWells] * Visit Rob Wells on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rob.wells.569704 [https://www.facebook.com/rob.wells.569704] * Instagram: @robwmusic

Hello from Nice, France, Speaking with Fiona Frensche from Across the Ocean

This episode of Get to the Roots Extras archives the raw interview with Fiona Frensche from Nice, France. We were able to get her words up on the airwaves of Radio St Pete through the magic miracle of modern technology. Hear about the historic area she's staying in, the gigs she's doing, about the huge music festival this past Sunday in France, as well as her very cool TripAdvisor tours.    Find more from Fiona Frensche on Facebook  [https://www.facebook.com/fiona.frensche1]

QR Code Monkey for Free QR Codes -- We Should All Take Our Own Advice

I recently recorded a podcast in which I encouraged musicians and creators to consider advertising themselves via QR Code because I scanned one, finding a musician with a pretty significant following.   I share how I learned to make an actual free QR code (something that used to be easy to do!) by getting bamboozled by a so-called free code -- I did this to promo my side art business (part of it) and I'll continue to update you all to see, in action, how my advice actually works in the long run.

Quick Addendum

Forgot to mention this and also a TLDL for the last episode

Radio Show Host Behind the Scenes -or- How I Make Get to the Roots

Host Stef Hinton explains how she creates her weekly local radio show: choosing themes and playlists, recording drops, and following public radio rules. She shares tips on sequencing songs, promoting local musicians and station fundraisers, and balancing passion with practicality. The episode mixes nostalgia for radio, behind-the-scenes mechanics, and the personal motivations that keep her showing up each week.