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LaunchLeft

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LaunchLeft is a music discovery podcast where famed creatives launch emerging artists. Hosted by Rain Phoenix you can expect in-depth conversations with well-known musicians discussing their process and, throwing light to emerging artists. LaunchLeft is an alliance of artists who break from the norm and lean into the unique. We enlist famed creatives to launch emerging artists. For full video episodes go to LaunchLeft.com/Podcast
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Black Girl Nerds Podcast

Black Girl Nerds

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Black Girl Nerds is a podcast and place where girls of our ilk can express themselves freely and embrace who they are. This is not a show exclusively for Black women, but it is a show exclusively for Nerds! Haha! The end of each episode provides information on each of our social networks and a preview to the next week's podcast topic.
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Ever wonder what it's like to be part of rock history? Our latest LaunchLeft episode pulls back the curtain on Big Star's legacy. Rain Phoenix hosts an illuminating conversation with Jody Stephens, drummer of the legendary band Big Star. The discussion delves into Jody's early musical influences in Memphis, his experiences with Big Star, and the ba…
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Kristin Hersh of THROWING MUSES joins Rain Phoenix on LaunchLeft for a raw, unfiltered conversation about artistic integrity and the music industry's dark underbelly. Kristin reflects on her journey in the music industry, discussing her experiences with major labels and her commitment to making music that feels true to her. She shares insights into…
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Indie rock pioneers Clap Your Hands Say Yeah are celebrating 20 years with a special reissue. But what's the real story behind their unconventional rise to fame? In this episode of LaunchLeft, host Rain Phoenix and CYHSY frontman Alec Ounsworth, meet at Licorice Pizza in Studio City to unpack the band's journey from DIY darlings to indie rock icons…
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Today on LaunchLeft, Rain Phoenix hosts an insightful conversation with acclaimed music producer Don Was, who shares his journey through the music industry and his philosophy on creativity. Don reflects on his diverse career, emphasizing the importance of avoiding being pigeonholed and the value of one’s emotional connection in music. Don recounts …
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For episode 160 of the podcast, join Rain Phoenix at Licorice Pizza as she hosts an engaging conversation with legendary songwriter Diane Warren and rising musician Mergui. This episode offers a deep dive into Diane's illustrious career, her creative process, and her collaboration with Mergui on the song "Criminal." The discussion provides unique p…
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In this episode of LaunchLeft captured at Licorice Pizza, Rain Phoenix welcomes Courtney Taylor-Taylor of The Dandy Warhols. They delve into The Dandy Warhols' history, touching on the 90s and how the band has adapted over three decades and the changing landscape of the music industry, from the MTV era to the current digital age. Courtney launches …
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Today on the LaunchLeft Podcast, Rain Phoenix engages in a rich dialogue with renowned music producer and composer, Tony Visconti. Tony reflects on his early influences, including his high school music teacher and his family's musical background. He shares fascinating stories about his collaborations with David Bowie and Brian Eno, highlighting the…
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For this episode of LaunchLeft Podcast, Rain is joined by renowned producer and musician John Congleton, who shares his journey in the music industry and his collaboration with emerging artist Sarah Kinsley. They explore the creative process, the significance of authenticity in art, and the unique dynamics of producing music. John Congleton shares …
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Join us in celebrating Tom Petty’s birthday by welcoming his daughter, artist/director Adria Petty to the pod. Adria talks about what it was like losing her father and how she is working through the emotions by honoring him. She shares deeply about the impact he had on her as an artist and her commitment to keeping his legacy alive by releasing and…
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This week, on LaunchLeft, Rain is joined by Sharon Van Etten. In this episode Sharon talks with Rain about how she got into music and what inspires her to write. We hear about Van Etten’s latest single Every Time the Sun Comes Up, and her happiness with finding a band that excites and moves her musically. Sharon then introduces Maxim Ludwig to the …
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Welcome back to LaunchLeft! This week Rain is joined by Alexis Taylor from Hot Chip and Lawrence from Mozart Estate. Throughout this episode they discuss how Alexis and Lawrence met and why Alexis chose to Launch Mozart Estate. They also talk about the power of music and healing, and how music and other forms of art can make such a big impact on th…
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Welcome back to LaunchLeft! This week I am joined by Ian Rogers who has been on the cutting edge of technology and music since '93 when he began working with the Beastie Boys. Ian’s had an innovative hand in bringing companies such as Apple Music, Beats 1, LVMH & Ledger into the digital age while maintaining a deep curiosity and passionate artful a…
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Hello SIP family! I am really excited about this episode! Today we are exploring the 7 Deadly Sins and how they correlate with the 7 Chakras. I would love to know your thoughts about today's episode, so please send me a dm on my Instagram. I hope you enjoy the episode and found something helpful in it. Please subscribe, rate, and share. To living l…
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Welcome back to the LaunchLeft podcast. This week Rain welcomes her sister Summer Phoenix to the show. Summer shares about her new business venture with co-owner Stacey Mann, STAY. STAY is LA’s first alcohol-free, zero-proof bar. We talk about Summer’s relationship with music and how STAY is an extension of her commitment to center an alcohol free …
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Hello SIP family! This episode is all about inspired action, the law of attraction, and the law of deliberate creation. Please let me know if you want me to go into more detail about this and maybe I will (if I feel inspired!). Mentioned in this podcast: The Law of Attraction (I recommend the audiobook) I hope you enjoy the episode and please subsc…
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Hello SIP family! I am going on strike against social media and I think you should, too. There are so many other beautiful ways to connect. Let's make sure we all feel supported and connected by showing up in ways that don't require a loss of connection or an addiction to function. It would really mean a lot to me if you'd go to my website and subs…
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Hello SIP family! In this episode I share about what the heck the 'Akashic Records' are and how I work with them - and how you can too! I hope you enjoy this episode. If you would like to book an Akashic Record Reading, you can do so through my website linked below 🌞 I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life…
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Hello SIP family! This is day 7/7 of the Chakra Meditation Course I created over on Insight Timer. You can access the previous chakra meditations through this podcast. Be sure to come back time and time again to revisit these meditations. I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life spiritually, Maya IG TikTok …
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Hello SIP family! This is day 6/7 of the Chakra Meditation Course I created over on Insight Timer. I will be sharing all of the course meditations on SIP this week, so be sure to tune in to each one. I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life spiritually, Maya IG TikTok Website Meditations…
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Hello SIP family! This is day 5/7 of the Chakra Meditation Course I created over on Insight Timer. I will be sharing all of the course meditations on SIP this week, so be sure to tune in to each one. I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life spiritually, Maya IG TikTok Website Meditations…
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Hello SIP family! This is day 3/7 of the Chakra Meditation Course I created over on Insight Timer. I will be sharing all of the course meditations on SIP this week, so be sure to tune in to each one. I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life spiritually, Maya IG TikTok Website Meditations…
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Hello SIP family! Something a little different for you today - this is day 1/7 of the Chakra Meditation Course I created over on Insight Timer. I will be sharing all of the course meditations on SIP over the next week, so be sure to tune in to each one. I hope you enjoy the episode and please subscribe, rate, and share. To living life spiritually, …
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