Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics
Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics
Renee Audrey
Renee Audrey uses the analysis of the lyrics and music of songs that are a "must add" to your playlist. This podcast gets into the nitty-gritty and human experience behind the music creation and storytelling process to help us to get to know ourselves and the world around us better.
EPISODE 16 "Cyber Sex" by Doja Cat with Special Guest Dr. Kate Richmond Ph.D.
In this special episode, Renee Audrey and Dr. Kate Richmond Ph.D. associate professor of psychology and director of women and gender studies at Muhlenberg College, get into the ~nitty gritty~ about "Cyber Sex" by Doja Cat. This sex-positive and tech-savvy song brings not only concepts about self-pleasure and sexuality in the digital age of today but also detrimental concepts such as "the male gaze" that haunt our society, especially girls and women. Being the author of her own textbook, Psychology of Women, Dr. Richmond brings an educative, fun, and enlightening perspective to the episode. Please note the trigger warning for sensitive topics such as sex, self-pleasure, porn, racism, and trauma.  FURTHER READING: Lehmiller, J. J. (2017). The psychology of human sexuality. John Wiley & Sons. Yadav, R. (2018). Freud and penis envy-a failure of courage?. Psychologist, 31, 92-94. Haas, B. (n.d.). Sexual Response Cycle—Masters And Johnson Studies—Hook AP Psychology 4B. Retrieved May 2, 2021, from https://sites.google.com/site/hookappsychology4a/sexual-psychology/1-sexual-response-cycle LINK TO PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN: https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393667134 LINKS TO DR. RICHMOND'S AWARDS: https://www.muhlenberg.edu/news/2020/providingmentorshipandinspirationtoallwomen.html "CYBER SEX" LINK: https://youtu.be/ZJnRr_b1jYk OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
May 4, 2021
43 min
EPISODE 15 Special Guests Hayden Greyson and Sal Roberts
In this special guest episode, Renee Audrey invites Hayden Greyson and Sal Roberts from Sol Haven to talk about their song, “Sittin by the Side of Life” from their new EP, Twilight Mind Ride. Getting into the ~nitty gritty~ about the music and lyrics of their song, together, they speak about the importance of rawness and vulnerability in the songwriting process. Sol Haven’s “Sittin by The Side of Life” encourages us to learn to love and accept our failures and hardships, while also embracing the resilience and growth to come. This episode is quite special to Renee Audrey, as Hayden Greyson has been her mentor and teacher of 12 years, and was one of the inspirations for the creation of this podcast. SOL HAVEN INFO: Music = https://link.tospotify.com/a/key_live_pfaVQo61xda7Zq1zC1ca3igayxarnljw?product=open&%24full_url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Falbum%2F3sqX2NO0hAOCZE3fxs3WiT%3Fsi%3DnGim55N-R2eeKGYVYgSanw&%24fallback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Falbum%2F3sqX2NO0hAOCZE3fxs3WiT%3Fsi%3DnGim55N-R2eeKGYVYgSanw%26nd%3D1&feature=organic Instagram = @solhavenband 91.7 FM WMUH Livestream Link: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/ Between the Lyrics Info = instagrams = @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud OTHER WAYS TO LISTNEN = https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
Feb 26, 2021
44 min
EPISODE 14 Special Guest The Witherbees
On this special guest episode, Mike Lorenz and Jacqui Armbruster of The Witherbees join Renee Audrey in the analysis and discussion of the story behind their new song, "Mo(u)rning," from their upcoming album "Love Letter" that will be released June 4th, 2021. Mike and Jacqui tell the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics fam about the story between the lyrics and the music that inspired this song that thematically weaves our personal relationships to nature. In its paradoxical essence, "Mo(u)rning," provides you with stunning musical instrumentals and lyrics while also taking you back to those meaningful past relationships that are resting in peace. At the end of the interview, have a listen to their song. On February 18th, you can hear the replay of this podcast along with "Mo(u)rning" on 91.7 FM WMUH Allentown at 4pm ET (link to Livestream below). THE WITHERBEES: Instagram: @mikelorenzmusic @thewitherbees Facebook: facebook.com/mikelorenzmusic Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3VbiSTm9tNIDyHfbWFOVtD?si=wn47aqOGSfSojOlglptDYQ Bandcamp: mikelorenz.bandcamp.com/album/mike-lorenz-the-witherbees FINE-TUNED: BETWEEN THE LYRICS: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey - Instagram = @btn.the.lyrics, @renee.aud 91.7 FM LIVESTREAM LINK: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/
Feb 12, 2021
35 min
EPISODE 13 Special Guest Yng Uche
Former college football player, Yng Uche, joins Renee Audrey as they get into the ~nitty gritty~ about his song, "Yoko Ono:" a track all about embracing the past and learning from our previous relationships. In this episode, Yng Uche sheds light on the importance of vulnerability not only in the studio but also in relationships, as he hopes to break the stigma around emotional expression and masculinity one song at a time. While working a full-time job, writing, singing, producing, and engineering his own music, Yng Uche graciously provides the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics listeners with a play-by-play of advice all the way from the equipment to learning the ins-and-outs of the industry as an upcoming artist. Tune into the instant replay of this podcast episode and on 91.7 FM WMUH Allentown on February 4th at 4:00 pm ET, where his song, "Yoko Ono" will be broadcasted live on the airwaves.  YNG UCHE INFO: Instagram/twittter: @yng_uche YNG UCHE MUSIC: https://linktr.ee/ynguche 91.7 FM WMUH ALLENTOWN: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/ FINE-TUNED: BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey Instagram: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics
Jan 29, 2021
24 min
EPISODE 12 Special Guests Nicky J and Mike Sang
Renee Audrey invites dynamic duo, Nicky J and Mike Sang, onto the podcast to discuss their single, "Deep End." This song screams positivity and freedom from the sunroof of your car and is a must add to your playlist. "Nights out on the town" and the perfect pre-game vibe, are all we fantasize about during the times of Corona, but, rest assured, this song transports you to those moments we all crave. The voice, Nicky J, and the producer/sound-engineer, Mike Sang, get into the ~nitty gritty~ with Renee Audrey about the single that sprung them forward in perfect momentum to their recent release of their new EP, "Save it For Sunday." LINK TO ALL NICKY J MUSIC: https://linktr.ee/nickyjmusic NICKY J & MIKE SANG INSTAGRAMS: @__nickyj__ @msangimino BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey BETWEEN THE LYRICS INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Jan 15, 2021
19 min
EPISODE 11 "Scars to Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara with Special Guest Jennifer Brown MS, RD
Renee Audrey and nutrition therapist Jennifer Brown MS, RD discuss eating disorders, diet culture, body dysmorphia, and social media in this episode while getting into the ~nitty gritty~ about the song, "Scars to Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara. Through the lens of education, Jennifer Brown explains how she sees social media play a role in the lives of her patients in their recovery journeys. Together, Renee and Jennifer break down how social media influences the minds, profiles, and eating habits of technology users. This episode may be triggering to anyone sensitive to these topics, please feel free to check out the resources below, and please know, you are not alone. JENNIFER BROWN MS, RD INFO: Instagram: @jenniferbrown_ms_rdn "Scars to Your Beautiful" SONG LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWASeaYuHZo "The Age of Instagram Face" by Jia Tolentino https://www.newyorker.com/culture/decade-in-review/the-age-of-instagram-face?source=search_google_dsa_paid&gclid=Cj0KCQiAifz-BRDjARIsAEElyGLPndFUABuY8ROYxZMWv_92FSEFWARguvWqWhmxkRCsBAVRPSV36xgaAqvnEALw_wcB "Why An Internet That Never Forgets is Especially Bad for Young People" by Kate Eichhorn https://www.technologyreview.com/2019/12/27/131123/internet-that-never-forgets-bad-for-young-people-online-permanence/ Websites to check out: nationaleatingdisorders.org Berealusa.org rockrecoveryed.org "Mirror Mirror" by Renee Audrey (video on Instagram @renee.aud) https://www.instagram.com/tv/CH-76yJFk1y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey Instagram: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Dec 25, 2020
51 min
EPISODE 10 Special Guest Matan Mann, The Manns
Renee Audrey interviews one of her good friends from Muhlenberg College, Matan Mann from The Manns, about his music career, while spotlighting his new song "Take Me Back." Renee and Matan get into the ~nitty gritty~  not only about this anthem of a song during the times of the Coronavirus but they also discuss the supernatural phenomena of songwriting. "Take Me Back" and the entire "The Great Indoors" album makes you feel safe at home during these uncertain times, and we got The Manns to thank for this.  MATAN MANN'S INFO: Instagram:  @matanmann @matanmannmusic, Tik Tok: @themadins THE GREAT INDOORS: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/themanns/the-great-indoors-2 BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: Instagram: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics other ways to listen: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
Dec 18, 2020
21 min
EPISODE 9 "WAP" by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion with Special Guest Jules Purnell
The song that has taken Snapchat, Instagram, and Tik Tok by storm, "WAP" by Cardi B and Megan The Stallion, has many teenagers and young adults blasting the song from the rooftops and many parents and grandparents clenching their pearls and pocket-books in fear. In this special episode, Renee Audrey (she/her) and Jules Purnell (they/them), Associate Director of Prevention Education at Muhlenberg College, get into the ~nitty gritty~ about this controversial, sex-positive anthem. As this song has been both criticized and embraced, Renee and Jules speak about the positive societal implications of this song while providing some fun PSAs regarding sexual health and COVID-19 safety. Let's get comfy with the uncomfy ;) GUEST INSTAGRAMS: @preventionedu @voicesofstrength_muhlenberg "WAP" LINK: https://youtu.be/hsm4poTWjMs OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Nov 20, 2020
38 min
EPISODE 8 Special Guest The Parkers
Hometown friends Kate and Anya Parker-Lentz of The Parkers join Renee Audrey on this special guest episode. The Parkers are an up-and-coming band with introspective and catchy songs that are a must-add to your playlist. In this episode, Renee speaks with The Parkers about their song "AI Mind," and they together get into the ~nitty gritty~ about the devices that consume and dictate our every moment. On a nice drive to the beach, you can enjoy the lively and fun sound of "AI Mind," but you can also pull over and take in the lyrics that detail our dependence on technology and the media that will keep you informed and that will cuddle you to sleep after a long day of social media posting, email checking, and text messaging. Stay tuned for the end of the episode where The Parkers give the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics listeners a special surprise. INSTAGRAM: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics THE PARKERS INSTAGRAM: @theparkersnyc THE PARKERS ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DgotDDkrGD4v9U97bJguX?si=N8mPpi02RgqyztWzlIj3qg AI MIND: https://open.spotify.com/track/3ttxbaHGasIWD2Jj3ukF0c OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
Nov 6, 2020
23 min
EPISODE 7 "Circles" by Post Malone
In today's times of mask-wearing, social distancing, and Zoom classes, all we crave is familiarity. From the security of our morning routines to the emotional safety nets of our past relationships, Renee Audrey uses "Circles" by Post Malone to break down why we seek this security. The quarantine gives us the chance to sit with ourselves for a moment, and Renee Audrey encourages you to ask yourself "what is it like to be me here?" SONG: https://youtu.be/wXhTHyIgQ_U OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey INSTAGRAM: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Oct 9, 2020
15 min
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