Best Cbs Discovery Podcasts (2025)

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From Stay-at-Home to Buying A Home: Reinvention, Retreats, and Real Talk 8:36

3d ago8:36

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Send us a text Ready for some big news? I've decided to trade in my lifelong home of Seattle for a brand-new chapter in Dallas, Texas! This isn't just a change of address—it's a complete reinvention at age 55. When I ended my 27-year marriage a few years ago, I wasn't sure if I'd even qualify for a mortgage after decades as a stay-at-home mom with …

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Sync Terms You Should Know (But Were Afraid to Ask) 43:23

8d ago43:23

43:23

In this week's episode, you're invited into Professor Dave’s classroom as I break down the sync music terms every composer should know – but might’ve been too embarrassed to ask. From PROs to button endings, we’re clearing up the jargon. Plus, I share a no-pizzicato dramedy waltz from my latest Discovery album. Watch this episode on YouTube! https:…

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Give Your Cues an Edge That Beats AI 27:01

15d ago27:01

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In this episode, I explore one simple, yet powerful way to make your cues stand out in a world where AI is getting better by the minute. Using my latest dramedy cue, “Of Mice and Mensa,” as a real-world example, I unpack a creative habit that adds realism, nuance, and authenticity – giving your music an edge the machines just can’t match. Watch thi…

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The Art of Selling a Home During Divorce with The Agency Seattle 34:10

15d ago34:10

34:10

Send us a text The journey of selling a home isn't always tied to joyful life milestones. For many, it happens during challenging transitions like divorce, health issues, or major life changes. In this enlightening conversation with Jen Cameron, managing partner at The Agency Seattle, we explore the nuanced process of selling homes during difficult…

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2025 Virtual Mini-Conference on Hoarding Behavior 2:52

21d ago2:52

2:52

Dear Collectors! Please Save the Date! https://mentalhealthsf.formstack.com/forms/2025virtualhdconferencereg June 12 and 13, 2025 I will be speaking at 2:15 on Thursday. This event is FREE! Please support the MHASF and looking forward to seeing you there xoxoxo The 2025 Virtual Mini-Conference on Hoarding Behavior brings together experts in the fie…

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Composers, It’s Time to Leave SoundCloud 30:29

22d ago30:29

30:29

In this episode, I talk about why SoundCloud just might be too risky for production music composers. From AI policy concerns to publishers turning away cues hosted there, is it time to pull the plug? Plus, I share Optimist Prime – a dramedy cue written without a single pizzicato string. Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/y7BWQ5ZiuIc Oth…

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Sober Curious? Your Social Life Isn't Over (Promise!) 43:01

22d ago43:01

43:01

Send us a text Have you ever questioned whether alcohol enhances your social connections or simply masks discomfort? When Alysse Bryson first went dancing sober, she had a startling realization: "I don't know why I ever thought I was a good dancer!" This moment of clarity exemplifies the journey many face when exploring life without alcohol. In thi…

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Releasing Emotional Clutter 10:35

26d ago10:35

10:35

Hey Collectors! In our last episode, we talked about the practical side of decluttering — having a plan, knowing where things go, and making space in your schedule. But today, we’re going deeper. Because sometimes, the hardest clutter to clear out... isn’t physical. It’s emotional. Are you keeping items out of guilt, obligation, or fear? If you’ve …

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Ask Dave Anything (LIVE)! 1:10:43

28d ago1:10:43

1:10:43

In this episode, I’m answering your questions live – from piano mixing and cue layering strategies to how many libraries you should pitch to at once. We also cover reversion clauses, B sections in dramedy and sports cues, and pitching etiquette. Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/OOW6O_b9ims Join the 52 Cues Album Accelerator – a self-p…

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Beyond the Split: Financial Wisdom for Your Next Chapter 36:23

29d ago36:23

36:23

Send us a text Financial protection after divorce isn't just about dividing assets—it's about creating a secure foundation for your future. Randy Carver, certified divorce financial analyst, joins me to share crucial steps that can make all the difference between post-divorce struggle and prosperity. We begin by exploring six essential financial mo…

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5 Tips Before You Start Decluttering 16:54

1M ago16:54

16:54

Hey Collectors! Today we’re diving into something that seems simple on the surface, but often gets overwhelming fast — decluttering. Whether you're staring at a messy garage, a packed closet, or that junk drawer you’re scared to open... this one’s for you. Before you pull everything out and create an even bigger mess, I want to share the five key t…

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Moving On: Shari's Relocation Plans Revealed 24:33

1M ago24:33

24:33

Send us a text Ready for a major life change? That moment when you realize the place you've called home your entire life might not be where you're meant to stay forever can be both terrifying and exhilarating. Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on my months-long journey to find a new city to call home. After traveling across the US in 2023, I disc…

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Why Your Metadata (Probably) Sucks (with Mrs. 52 Cues) 1:05:08

1M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

In this episode, I’m joined by Mrs. 52 Cues (Shannon Kropf) to talk about the one thing composers love to avoid: metadata. We’ll unpack why it matters, where we go wrong, and how to stop sabotaging our own discoverability. Plus I feature a brand new playful dramedy cue with no pizzicato strings! Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/Rqhy-n…

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Pomp and Circumstance – Composer Quest LIVE! 53:17

1M ago53:17

53:17

In this episode, we host a live listening party for our latest Composer Quest: Pomp and Circumstance, where 52 Cues community members were challenged to reimagine the classic graduation march in any genre they wanted – from orchestral to ska, cinematic trailer to chipmunk glitchcore. Vote for your favorites at https://52cues.com/vote! Watch this ep…

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Navigating Modern Relationships with Glen Gilbert: Insight for Seasoned Adults 51:12

2M ago51:12

51:12

Send us a text Dive deep into the fascinating world of mature dating and relationships with our special guest Glen Gilbert, host of "The Glen Gilbert Connection" podcast. Glen brings his opinions on modern relationships among seasoned adults to this candid, entertaining conversation that touches on everything from prenuptial agreements to the reaso…

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Lost Found Kept: A Memoir - Interview with author Deborah Derrickson Kossmann 43:17

2M ago43:17

43:17

Hey Collectors! On this episode, we’re joined by Deborah Derrickson Kossmann, psychologist and author of the deeply moving memoir Lost Found Kept. In this conversation, Deborah takes us into the heart of a childhood home filled with memories—and decades of her mother’s compulsive hoarding. Through the emotional excavation of physical space, she unc…

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Even More Inconvenient Truths About Production Music 44:35

2M ago44:35

44:35

From rejection to relationships, I unpack five more hard truths every production music composer needs to hear, but probably hasn’t. Plus I feature a recent Indian-infused world hip-hop cue! Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/ef1lMcXViHo Join the 52 Cues Album Accelerator – a self-paced program with over 6.5 hours of video content, discu…

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The Four "C's" of Success 48:49

2M ago48:49

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In this episode, I break down the Four C’s of Success – a practical framework to help composers stay clear, creative, and on track from start to finish. Plus I feature a new investigation tension cue and give my thoughts on a psychedelic rock cue from 52 Cues member, Fraser Macdermid. Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/9tmb-sy3Qps Join…

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Your Answered Prayers Are Hiding in Plain Sight 8:08

2M ago8:08

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Send us a text Fear after divorce is not a warning—it's a sign you're stepping into the life you've been praying for. This heartfelt episode explores the challenging yet transformative journey of rebuilding after a long marriage ends. Standing alone for the first time in decades can feel terrifying. When your support systems have changed and you're…

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The Process Of Getting Organized 11:39

2M ago11:39

11:39

Hey Collectors! Todays episode is all about the process. Let me give you a couple of hints - it's not about containers. Sorting, and organizng are different actions. My professional organizer colleagues have created fancy acronyms for the process, I have not. I am sure I could but I have yet to be tempted. My process is just like theirs. All profes…

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These 5 Small Choices Can Mean Huge Growth 49:56

2M ago49:56

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In this episode, I’m sharing five small daily choices, plus a bonus one, that can quietly shape your growth and long-term success as a production music composer. Plus I feature one of my cues that I KNOW you've heard before, and I give my thoughts on a soft tension cue from 52 Cues member, keschkau. Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/M…

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Kitchen Organization - Get rid of toxic utensils, cookware, and storage 10:33

2M ago10:33

10:33

Hey Collectors! On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast I discuss how to declutter your kitchen of potentially toxic items. Below are some of the utensils and cookware that may contain chemicals that are harmful to you and your family (don't forget your fur kids either). Utensils & Cookware That May Contain Chemicals 1. Nonstick Cookware (Teflon…

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An Editor Tells Why Great Cues Get Cut! (with Biagio Messina)! 1:46:03

2M ago1:46:03

1:46:03

In this episode, veteran TV producer and editor Biagio Messina joins me to talk about how cues actually get used in real-world productions – and what composers can do to make their music easier to work with. Plus I feature a new uplifting corporate rock cue and give my thoughts on a TV Drama cue from 52 Cues member, James Oakden. Watch this episode…

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Navigating the Complexities of Long-Term Marriage Dissolution with Family Law Attorney Michelle Locke 46:22

2M ago46:22

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Send us a text Stepping away from a decades-long marriage isn't simply ending a relationship—it's reimagining your entire future during what should be your golden years. In this deeply personal and enlightening conversation, family law attorney and former judge Michelle Locke shares her professional and personal insights into the unique challenges …

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These Climbers Made the Summit of Expedition 52! 1:21:37

3M ago1:21:37

1:21:37

In this episode, I’m joined by composers who completed the 2024 Expedition 52 composer quest – a year-long challenge to write one cue and give one piece of feedback every single week. We talk about what they learned, how they stayed motivated, and how consistency helped them grow! Plus, I’m sharing a new positive ambient drone cue and I'm reviewing…

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They Went From Returns to Real Placements (with Michael Reschke)! 1:16:40

3M ago1:16:40

1:16:40

Michael and Yuka Reschke were doing everything right… but still felt stuck. In this episode, we talk about what changed, how they found their lane, and how they pushed through when quitting seemed easier. Plus, I’m sharing a new epic rock collaboration and I'm reviewing an emotional cinematic cue from 52 Cues member, Simon Armitage. Watch this epis…

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Kink - The Magic of The Nightstand 5:24

3M ago5:24

5:24

Hey Collectors! We all have items that we would rather keep to ourselves, right? SO what if you are going to have house cleaners or professional organizers come over? What do you do with that stuff? It's nothing to be ashamed about, we are all adults here. I promised to be irreverent so here we are ya'll. Tip #1 The nightstand is a great place to h…

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Audacious Resilience with Corinne Cavanaugh: How Past Trauma Can Become Your Leadership Edge 31:22

3M ago31:22

31:22

Send us a text What if the traumas and challenges you've faced aren't just obstacles to overcome, but the source of your greatest leadership strengths? In this transformative conversation, I sit down with Corinne Kavanaugh, an audacious resilience expert who flips conventional wisdom on its head. Corinne shares her powerful journey from a childhood…

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Forgiveness with Varian Pierce 1:07:30

3M ago1:07:30

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Hey Collectors! On this Hoardganize podcast episode, Varian Pierce and I discuss the topic of forgiveness. Forgiving ourselves, and forgiving others, and how it helps us grow. A lot of us carry around shame, which Varian describes as the "second arrow". Do you struggle with constant guilt around your clutter? Tune in! Links: San Francisco Mental He…

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This Dramedy Cue Gets Placed Over and Over! 58:44

3M ago58:44

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In this episode, I’m breaking down one of my most placed cues to show what makes a great dramedy cue – and why this quirky genre continues to deliver consistent placements. Plus, I’m sharing a new introspective piano cue and reviewing a modern electro funk cue from 52 Cues neighbor, Corey Dee! Watch this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/MmAFNkR…

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Pivot Year: Sometimes You Have To Walk Alone To Know What You Can Carry 9:34

3M ago9:34

9:34

Send us a text When survival mode ends, real healing begins. After navigating through my divorce after 27 years of marriage, I've discovered that the aftermath—this "pivot year"—is actually more challenging and raw than the divorce process itself. Why? Because during a crisis, we operate on adrenaline and necessity. It's only when the dust settles …

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Self Care Sunday 12:20

3M ago12:20

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Hey Collectors it's Self Care Sunday! (self care can be anyday) Here are my CLUTTER FREE tips that I cover in the podcast Wash your hair. Conventionally or dry shampoo. Massage your scalp. Use aromatherapy oils peppermint on the temples. Close your eyes. Meditation. Enhance the experience with a little lavender oil in a small cloth and inhale gentl…

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Redefining Identity: Life Beyond Your Job Title with Gentrix Shanga 25:06

3M ago25:06

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Send us a text Join us as we discuss: Who am I outside of work? Our conversation explores this universal struggle to separate personal identity from professional accomplishments. Gentrix candidly shares how she missed countless family milestones while working "weekend overnights" in the relentless grind of media production. The layoff, initially de…

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Rachel and Jean Francois Lappas discuss WABYA and guided self discovery 47:28

3M ago47:28

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On this podcast I am pleased to introduce you to Jean-François Lappas! J.F. spent years chasing success, only to realise he was running in the wrong direction. Burned out and disconnected, he left a 14-year corporate career—not to find something new, but to finally reconnect with himself. That shift changed everything. He stopped letting fear make …

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Stop Overthinking Chords with This Simple Tool! 1:07:32

4M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Struggling with chord choices or feeling overwhelmed by music theory? I’m sitting down with Chordii co-founder Ian McClellan to talk about how this simple tool can help take the guesswork out of harmony. Plus, I’m sharing a new intrigue with hope cue and reviewing a pulsing tension cue from 52 Cues Family member Daniel Rose. Watch this episode on Y…

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Can Samples Save This Hip-Hop Cue? 49:57

4M ago49:57

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Sometimes a cue just needs a little extra something, so in this episode, I’m jumping into the DAW, opening up Splice and Serato Sample, and showing my real-time process for using loops, one-shots, and sample chopping to enhance a hip-hop cue. Plus, I feature my last Modern Comedy cue and I share my thoughts on a reflective piano cue from 52 Cues Fa…

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Want to Heal from Heartbreak? Build Your Picket Fence Friends 9:54

4M ago9:54

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Send us a text Life’s transitions can be tough, especially when faced with heartbreak or significant changes. In this episode, we uncover the profound impact that friendships have on our emotional wellbeing. Join us as we explore the concept of "picket fence friends" and how leaning on our social circles can help us heal during challenging times. W…

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Cycle of Change - Featuring Varian Pierce 40:32

4M ago40:32

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Hey Collectors! I have the pleasure of introducing you to Varian Pierce from the Mental Health Association in San Francisco! Varian is a member of MHASF's Peer Response Team (PRT), and works with people who struggle with hoarding and collecting. He is well known in the community as being grounded and compassionate. As a peer he understands the phys…

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7 Keys to Great Collaborations 1:20:26

4M ago1:20:26

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Teaming up with other composers not only lightens the workload, it pushes you creatively and can open doors to opportunities you wouldn’t have on your own. But collaboration only works when it’s done right, so today we’re talking about seven keys to successful co-writing and how to make sure your next collab is a win-win. Plus, we listen to another…

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Darla DeMorrow - Organizing Your Home with Sort and Succeed 41:19

4M ago41:19

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Hey Collectors! This week I have the pleasure of introducing you to Darla DeMorrow of www.heartworkorg.com Darla DeMorrow is a Certified Professional Organizer® with more than a decade of practical experience helping individuals, families and small business owners who need a better way to organize their life without feeling guilted into impractical…

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Reworking, Repurposing, and Reinventing Your Cues with SCAMPER 1:18:47

4M ago1:18:47

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Feeling like all your cues are starting to sound the same? In this episode, we’re talking about the SCAMPER model, a simple but powerful creativity tool that can help you rethink, reshape, and repurpose your music so you can work smarter and keep your ideas fresh. Plus, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on an epic trailer cue by 52 Cues Friend David Gate…

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Stop Waiting, Start Reinventing: Take Control of Your Next Chapter 9:04

4M ago9:04

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Send us a text Reinvention is a messy, beautiful journey that requires people to create instead of waiting for change. Throughout the episode, we explore the importance of community, taking the first step towards change, and recognizing that everyone holds power within themselves to reinvent. • Explores the host's personal journey of constant reinv…

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Do Sync Composers Need Branding? (with Andy Gesner) 1:05:53

4M ago1:05:53

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In this week's episode, I’m joined by Andy Gesner of HIP Video Promo to talk about why personal branding is becoming harder to ignore – and how production music composers can build a presence without feeling like they have to become content creators. Plus, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on an electronic disco/funk cue by 52 Cues Friend Darko Malcevic …

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Start and End Your Day with These Questions – Never Waste a Moment! 7:04

5M ago7:04

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Send us a text This week, we delve into the importance of intentional living through daily reflection and connection. Shari shares personal strategies for meaningful beginnings and ends to each day, encouraging mindfulness and personal growth. • Starting the day with a purposeful question • Significance of gratitude in daily life • Ending the day w…

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Irreverent, Quirky and Back - 2025 Hoardganize Podcast 10:53

5M ago10:53

10:53

Hey Collectors! BACK from a sabatacle , ready for more recording! Professional organizing tips and tricks that most organizers don't share. Make sure you join our private facebook group and follow our Hoardganize facebook page for more information and the latest and greatest in organizing and hoarding disorder.…

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Production Music Q&A – LIVE! 1:14:47

5M ago1:14:47

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In this week's episode of the 52 Cues Podcast, we're doing a live Ask Me Anything session! I answer questions about sync licensing, production, and composition! We talk about the US Copyright Office's AI ruling, the importance of adding human elements to cues, and what genres are in demand. I also share my approach to mastering stems, how much you …

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Cameron Normand on Thriving in Blended Families 32:55

5M ago32:55

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Send us a text Blended family life can present unexpected challenges, requiring compassion and communication. Through personal stories and expert insights, we explore the realities of stepfamily dynamics, emphasizing the importance of setting expectations and boundaries for a harmonious family life. • Common challenges faced by stepparents • Import…

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The State of AI in 2025 (with Timothy Andrew Edwards) 51:02

5M ago51:02

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In this week's episode, I’m welcoming back Timothy Andrew Edwards to talk about how AI is already affecting gigs, contracts, and the production music industry – and what composers need to do to protect their careers. Plus, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on a cinematic tension cue by 52 Cues Friend Russ Westfield and featuring a new modern comedy cue I…

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Building Community Through Life's Detours 11:11

5M ago11:11

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Send us a text What if -- I told you that there is no such thing as a wrong turn? For media inquiries for Shari Leid contact Kourtney Jason, Publicist at [email protected] For speaking engagements contact Shari's Director of Development Nat Measley at [email protected] To book a free discover call with Shari - please visit the link in …

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How to Stay Grounded When Sync Feels Overwhelming 34:24

5M ago34:24

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Today we’re talking all about how the ancient philosophy of stoicism can help production music composers stay grounded, focused, and resilient in the unpredictable world of sync licensing. Plus, I share my thoughts on a dark fantasy cue written by OG 52 Cues member, Enrico Caporale and feature an intrigue with hope cue of my own. Watch this episode…

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