HarmonyTALK

In this episode of Harmony Talk, host Lisa Champeau interviews singer-songwriter Regina Sayles, who shares her journey from a young singer in Ohio to a successful musician and educator. Regina discusses her musical influences, her education in music production, and her advocacy for women in the music industry. She reflects on her collaboration with Christian Porter and her commitment to empowering young artists. The conversation also touches on Regina's upcoming performances and projects, including her work with the NEPA Philharmonic and her recent music releases. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  Follow Host, Lisa Champeau:  https://www.instagram.com/lisachampeau/  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

In this episode of Harmony Talk, host Todd Stephens interviews renowned jazz guitarist David Becker, who shares his journey from aspiring airline pilot to celebrated musician. Becker discusses his early influences, the evolution of his musical dreams, and the improvisational nature of jazz. He reflects on the visual aspects of music, his unique guitar techniques, and the importance of teaching and giving back to the music community. The conversation also touches on handling rejection and the excitement of future projects, including his work with the Planets project. Takeaways: * David Becker initially wanted to be an airline pilot before pursuing music. * Music came naturally to Becker, leading him to focus on it as a career. * Dreams are thoughts that begin in the mind and manifest into reality. * The improvisational aspect of jazz was a significant influence on Becker. * Becker sees music in terms of colors and visuals, enhancing his creativity. * He emphasizes the importance of teaching music and sharing knowledge with others. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  Follow Host, Todd Stephens:  https://www.instagram.com/workinman1/  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Isabel Bohn and Jeff McGinnis founded the Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports to fill a gap in available recreation and sports activities for the disabled on the East Coast. Thirty-five years and mountains of challenges later, they are thriving. The Center has produced 11 Paralympians, but more than that, it’s “really changed people in so many positive ways” and built a flourishing community of inclusivity and possibility. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  Follow Host, Lisa Champeau:  https://www.instagram.com/lisachampeau/  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!    See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

In this heartfelt episode of HarmonyTALK, host Todd Stevens sits down with Mitch Motivates, author of “My Addiction, My Superpower.” Mitch opens up about his early struggles with substance abuse and the turning point that led him to a life of sobriety and purpose.  In 2006, one week shy of his 19th birthday, Mitch Leff found himself in rehab for drug addiction. After spending time in rehab, halfway houses, and collegiate recovery programs, he moved to New York and made something special of his life. He started ‘Mitch Motivates’ after noticing the need for experienced, independent experts in the recovery community. He has been in recovery since 2006 when he was only 19 years old. For over 17 years, Mitch has been a leader and expert in addiction, recovery, sobriety, and mental health. In his book “My Addiction, My Superpower,” Mitch shares his recovery journey in detail, in which he reveals the lessons he learned and breaks them down into twelve easy tips for anyone who has been impacted by addiction, mental health, or substance abuse. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, the power of vulnerability, and using personal pain to fuel your life’s mission. Key Takeaways: *  Mitch's journey from a straight-laced New Jersey kid to battling substance abuse by age 19 * How Mitch turned his addiction into a strength, fueling his drive to help others *  Insight into the importance of vulnerability and embracing struggles to find strength Follow Mitch Leff:  Check out his book, “My Addiction, My Superpower” - https://shorturl.at/AR0zJ [https://shorturl.at/AR0zJ]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mitchmotivates/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/mitchmotivates/?hl=en] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mitchmotivates [https://www.tiktok.com/@mitchmotivates]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchleff/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchleff/]  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThatSoberGuyPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@ThatSoberGuyPodcast]  https://mitchmotivates.com/ [https://mitchmotivates.com/]  FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list [https://mailchi.mp/fa5d124c4e19/harmonytalk-mailing-list]   Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast [https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast [https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast]  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast [https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast [https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast]    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/ [https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/]  Follow Host, Todd Stephens:  https://www.instagram.com/workinman1/ [https://www.instagram.com/workinman1/]  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Author Amy Ferris has just published a new memoir that lives up to its title-- Mighty Gorgeous, a Little Book About Messy Love.”   From her home in northeastern Pennsylvania, Amy chats with Harmony TALK host Lisa Champeau about everything from dropping out of high school at age 15 to being nominated for a big award in Hollywood.  But most significantly, Amy talks from the heart about how important it is to embrace who you are and how you got there.  FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup  Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast    https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/  Follow Host, Lisa Champeau:  https://www.instagram.com/lisachampeau/  Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities!    See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.