On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with German-born musician, vocalist and producer THOMAS BARQUEE! We talk about his beginnings as a classically-trained pianist and composer, his foray into the pop scene, his observations on the music business and returning to his roots as a creative artist. We delve into many issues of the day, including the role of the media in public perception, the perils and pluses of charisma, the polarization of opinion and the solace of a connection to Nature in troubling times. A wide-ranging and thought-provoking chat! I hope you enjoy it.   Thomas Barquee on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7GrCgZi7OhUFKAoEWF28GH

Today on Conversations from Here, I speak with author and yoga teacher PATTY WILDASINN! We talk about her years as an addiction recovery counselor, bringing up a special needs child, teaching yoga to kids and adults with specified needs or requirements, the genesis of her book "Yogable" and the challenges and origins of addiction in our society today. We take a deep dive into the healing power of movement and awareness practices-- and the importance of learning from those who are different from ourselves. Enjoy!   Links for Patty: Instagram: @patty_yogable Patty's Web Site: https://www.pattyyogable.com/

On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with Victoria Rose-- musician, teacher and force for good. We talk about her upbringing in Green Bay, WI, an early life with horses, formative years in New York City playing music and working at CBGB's, her brief stint as a Scientologist, getting sober, finding yoga, hanging out with Buddhist monks in Ladakh, India, coming to terms with divisions in the Kundalini Yoga community, navigating societal polarization, cultivating Divine Feminine power and paving the way for her next path. Was so wonderful to reconnect with my wise, funny and insightful friend and mentor. Fantastic and fascinating talk!   Links for Vicky: Spotify-- https://open.spotify.com/artist/3nAcDJJYqkib824newOi4z SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-917377559 YouTube: Jap Dharam Rose-- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJn4c9eofcCMnDVt171wlgA Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B07DL3HJVP/jap-dharam-rose Apple-- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/jap-dharam-rose/1395776414 Web Site & Blog-- http://www.japdharamrose.com

On this episode of Conversations from Here, I speak with inspiring, powerful, dynamic Life Coach and author ANDREEA SERBAN! We talk about growing up in Romania, what it's like to be an identical twin, transitioning from high-powered lawyer to being the person who guides and advises others into greatness. Andreea is also the Chair of Work-Life Balance at the Beverly Hills Bar Association and is the founder of Elawvation, her executive coaching practice. She and her sister Alina have authored two books: "Different & Unique" and "More Than a Lawyer: Elawvate Yourself & Your Practice." Fantastic talk! Will have her back for more discussion-- especially about the role of movement and dance in healing and in personal growth and expansion. So much to explore-- infinite possibilities!   Links for Andreea: Be Different Web Site: https://be-different.com/ Be Different on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bedifferentforadifferentworld Be Different on Instagram: @bedifferent40 More Than a Lawyer Link on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/More-than-Lawyer-Elawvate-Yourself/dp/B08FXX3FTY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Andreea+Oana+Serban&qid=1633645876&s=audible&sr=1-1 Andreea's Email: [email protected]

Today on Conversations from Here I speak with the dashing, infinitely entertaining and self-described frag-head DAN NAUGHTON! He is the Creative Director of UK fragrance house Naughton & Wilson and the face of a much-subscribed-to YouTube channel in Britain-- the go-to for informative, evocative fragrance-reviews, MrSmelly1977. Naughton & Wilson are the creators of Gravitas Pour Homme and Bon Viveur-- two enticing scents, reminiscent of the classic fragrances for men from the mid-20th century that can be worn by anyone. Dan is also a musician and a teacher of guitar technique. We talk about all kinds of stuff-- his obsession with fragrance, falling in love with the music of Jimi Hendrix, the power of memory, the perils of social media and the weirdness of the world we live in today. Fantastic talk! Hope you enjoy.   Links for Dan: Istagram: @mrsmelly1977 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCllTDvggivpIdZ7s2LJe-Eg Naughton & Wilson: https://naughtonandwilson.com/

Today I speak with Queens native, jewelry designer, community builder and fashion alchemist SEVILLE MICHELLE! Her creations have graced the likes of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé, Lizzo, Rihanna and Roxanne Shante. We talk about her upbringing in Queens as the child of Cuban and Greek immigrants, finding inspiration from growing up in such a diverse neighborhood, honoring her roots through her jewelry-making, getting noticed by icons of the music industry, creating community healing through craft and what she's doing now. Seville is offering a special gift to Conversations from Here listeners! If you go to her web site, use code "CFH10" for 10% off her products. An inspirational and uniquely American story... Enjoy!   Seville's Web Site: https://sevillemichelle.com/ Instagram: @sevillemichellejewelry

Today I speak with Germany's own MYRIAM NOWARA-SCHRAGGER! She has been a creative director, a professor of design at the Hochschule Mittweida in Berlin, a DJ and is currently the founder of the clean skin-care brand Lyquid Poetry. We talk about her origins in Frankfurt, attending the Universität der Künste in Berlin, witnessing the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, her time as a teacher-then-professor of design at the Hochschule Mittweida, moving to Los Angeles with her family, receiving a scary dual diagnosis of heart complications and breast cancer and finding healing in developing her nourishing, non-toxic skincare line. A deep talk-- and a fascinating one! Enjoy!   Lyquid Poetry on Instagram: @lyquidpoetry_

In today's episode, I speak with epic guitar wizard, sought-after session player, veteran tour member, master composer and all-around music industry pro-- the honorable JAY GORE! We talk about growing up in Los Angeles, playing his first pro gig at the legendary Troubadour as a kid, how the music industry has changed from decades past, playing sessions and touring, making connections, being prepared to meet the moment and riding the bus well. So many amazing stories-- it's a great time! Hope you enjoy...   Jay's Web Site: https://www.jaygore.com/

Switching it up a bit, the host of Conversations from Here, DANA ZIEGLER, gets interviewed by special guest JENNIFER JO OBERLE! Dana talks about her beginnings in the Midwest, growing up in Arizona, falling in love with dance, spending a summer in Cyprus, moving to San Francisco, dealing with chronic illness, falling into movement and meditation practices, teaching, performing stand-up comedy, becoming a podcaster and finding the path to healing. They discuss wellness and what it is to find healing in creativity and healthy living. Enjoy!   Jennifer's Links: Web Site: http://www.jenniferoberle.com/index.html MusiCares: https://www.grammy.com/musicares Instagram: @jjoberle   Dana's Links: Zen Body Living http://www.zenbodyliving.com/about.html LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-a-ziegler-22579823/ Instagram: @zenbodyliving

On this 25th episode, I share a joyful chat with the brilliant and amazing SHANNON HURLEY— singer-songwriter, artist, actress and better half of the band Lovers & Poets! You've heard her music on such TV shows as "American Idol," "The Young and the Restless," "The Lying Game," "90210," "Giuliana & Bill" and "So You Think You Can Dance." We talk about her formative years in South Bend, IN, how the trombone changed the trajectory of her life, being a happy introvert, spending a year in London's West End, meeting her husband Ben Eisen in a Duran Duran tribute band, doing a stint as a lounge singer in Vietnam at the Ho Chi Minh City Park Hyatt and the incredible way life seems to steer us in the right direction. Shannon's Links: Website: http://www.shannonhurley.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/shannonhurleymusic Soundcloud: http://soundcloud.com/shannonhurley ReverbNation: http://www.reverbnation.com/shannonhurley YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE0DN1zlTsVRxG8W_82cKAg Lovers & Poets: https://loversandpoets.com/ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/shannon-hurley/6348208 Bandcamp: https://shannonhurley.bandcamp.com/