I don’t need to make space for what other people want or need

maybe it wasn't God, maybe I just loved music

This week I am excited to bring you an amazing woman whose powerful pipes will make you laugh and bring you to tears. In our conversation, she shares the pros and cons of being a woman who plays the trombone and what it was like to be a teenager who decided it was time to part ways with her religion.

I really wanted to do something for myself, even if it's a lot more work and a lot harder

This week I am excited to bring you a truly lovely human where joy and fun always follow. In our conversation, she describes a musical journey of highs and lows that led her to another love, dog grooming. Leah will share her story about starting a business, where she sees it going, and obstacles in the way to get there. Happy Chappie Grooming [https://www.happychappiegrooming.com/] Happy Chappie Grooming Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/happy.chappie.grooming?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] Simple Minded Symphony [https://simplemindedsymphony.bandcamp.com/] Simple Minded Symphony Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/simplemindedsymphony?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet]

It felt very much like something I was trapped in

Imagine having a dream of being a professional singer and spending many years of your life making this dream a reality. Then one morning you wake and can’t open your mouth! Join Hannah as she shares her journey with a TMJD diagnosis, what that meant for her dream, and how she manages her life with this disorder. Hannah's Website [https://www.hannahnikkaodsinada.com/] Maestra Music [https://maestramusic.org/profile/hannah-nikka-odsinada/] Pitch Black [https://music.apple.com/us/song/pitch-black/1846307925]

I don’t need to make space for what other people want or need

In a short span of time Jade graduated from college, applied and got a job, and moved halfway across the country. Join us as we talk about what it means to be woman who plays bass; how it feels to question our abilities as musicians who are women; and grapple with what it means to be a grown up. You’re not going to want to miss this one!! Find Jade: Jade Teather on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jadeteathermusic/] Spotify [https://share.google/IIajd6fa2Upc4wCKN] Sound Cloud [https://share.google/CuzkPJk6CxHysS4mN] LinkTree [https://share.google/zsSkCRaKIxwL3iBtB]

Samezies: Destroying the Patriarchy One Woman's Story at a Time: I think the only thing you can do is prove them wrong

Today you will hear how one woman juggles four bands, a full time job, her partner, all of life’s twists and turns, and making sure she gets to pet as many dogs as possible! Listen as Chelsea discusses the challenges of grad school and wondering if she had what it takes to finish with a degree in math. Spoiler alert: She does! Find out how! Filthy Traitors Website [https://share.google/MbLcemoGNJ01143Me] Apple Music [https://music.apple.com/us/artist/filthy-traitors/1339218288] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/filthytraitors?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ZJJxsqAFfPdFoInohJZdH?si=tU9nOh59R-uWEMreYrUIwg] Passiflora Website [https://passifloraband.com/bio] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/passiflora_band?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] Band Camp [https://passifloraband.bandcamp.com/] YouTube [https://youtu.be/LP_zIl3z-DY?si=o79yV_0I9ZWRkstV] Sick Crush Band Camp [https://sickcrush.bandcamp.com/] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sickcrushband?igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3D&utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet] Website [https://www.sickcrushband.com/]