Best Lea Jacobson Podcasts (2025)

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Rachel Potter: Broadway Vocals 53:51

10d ago53:51

53:51

Rachel Potter, an acclaimed Broadway star and accomplished Nashville Recording artist, has been recognized by US Weekly as "One to Watch" and praised by the Hollywood Reporter for her "crystalline vocals." With a successful career in both musical theater and country music, Rachel has showcased her talent on stages of all sizes. Rachel's impressive …

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Is "Breathe" Safe? (Dangerous Essential Oil Blends, Part 2) 6:06

12d ago6:06

6:06

This is Part 2 in a series on Dangerous Essential Oil blends. Episode page: https://www.leajacobson.com/BreatheBlend Better Than Breathe Blend: https://www.leajacobson.com/betterthanbreathe Blend Detective: https://www.LeaJacobson.com/blends Free Blend Classes: https://www.leajacobson.com/BlendClasses Send us a text This is Lea Jacobson empowering …

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Yannis Papadopoulos: Beast In Black 1:04:27

23d ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Yannis Papadopoulos is the lead singer for heavy metal band, Beast in Black. The band's blend of power metal, 80s pop, and electronic music, as well as their energetic live performances, have made them pioneers of their genre. Beast in Black's current lineup further consists of founding member and primary songwriter Anton Kabanen, guitarist Kasperi…

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Simone Simons: The Voice of Epica 58:03

1M ago58:03

58:03

Simone Simons is the lead singer for symphonic metal group, Epica, that just released their 9th studio album, Aspiral. The album title is derived from the eponymous bronze sculpture made by Polish sculptor and painter Stanisław Szukalski back in 1965. It stands for renewal and inspiration – keywords that define Epica in 2025. In Szukalski’s work ev…

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Eli Jacobson: Acapella Rock 1:02:12

2M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Eli Jacobson is a tenor vocalist and a core member of the internationally acclaimed a cappella group, VoicePlay. Known for their inventive arrangements and theatrical performances, VoicePlay gained national recognition as finalists on NBC’s The Sing-Off and became a fixture and fan favorite on The Sing-Off Live national tours. In addition, they’ve …

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Anna Lea: The Voice of Penelope 58:58

3M ago58:58

58:58

Anna Lea is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter, most known for her work as the voice of Penelope in EPIC: The Musical. She joined the cast of EPIC at just 17 years old, before finishing high school. Outside of EPIC, Anna has released a solo EP, The Dark Between the Stars, and more recently, a full-length album, Therapy. She is currently pursuing in ma…

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Nick Higgs: Living for Music 1:01:31

3M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Nick Higgs, widely known on social media as Nick Higgs The Singer, is a multifaceted professional in the music industry. As a dedicated singer, voice teacher, and dynamic content creator, he has cultivated a substantial online presence, engaging over 500 thousand followers across various platforms. With a background that includes formal musical edu…

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Is Thieves Essential Oil Blend Safe? 7:00

3M ago7:00

7:00

This is Part 1 in a series on Dangerous Essential Oil blends. Episode page: https://www.leajacobson.com/ThievesBlend Free Blend Classes: https://www.leajacobson.com/BlendClasses Send us a text This is Lea Jacobson empowering you to use essential oils safely. I hope you learned something new today. Tell a friend about our podcasts so they can learn,…

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JP Warner: The Sounds of EPIC 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Chicago-based JP Warner has amassed 200+ million streams on his records in his 10+ year career as a music producer/audio engineer. He began his career as a DJ, touring the country as part of then-duo MiNDTRiX. In 2019 he left MiNDTRiX to work behind the scenes, creating electronic & pop records with DJ Mag Top-100 DJs Excision, Tiesto, and more. To…

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Mako: The Music of Arcane Season 2 58:10

4M ago58:10

58:10

Composer, songwriter, and producer Alex Seaver (aka Mako) has created a unique niche for himself in the entertainment industry. He has released two best-selling albums; performed at Coachella, Lollapalooza, and EDC; and collaborated with the likes of Linkin Park, Marcus King, Sting, Pusha-T, Avicii, Madison Beer, and Alan Walker. A classically-trai…

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When Essential Oil Companies Fail You 6:35

4M ago6:35

6:35

If you've been following this series you've been armed with the right questions to ask when checking out an essential oil company, as well as the warnings you should be seeing for ten popular essential oils. Some of you have been disappointed in the lack of transparency when it comes to essential oil safety precautions, and don't blame you! As a Ce…

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Luke Holt: The Voice of Zeus 1:14:43

4M ago1:14:43

1:14:43

Luke Holt is an actor, singer, and content creator, most known for his work as Zeus in EPIC: The Musical. Luke and Peter chat about how EPIC came together, the recording process, musical theater, voice acting, career goals, and much more. Please welcome Luke Holt.By Peter Barber

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10 Problematic Essential Oils (How to Choose the Best Essential Oil Brand Part 4) 8:59

5M ago8:59

8:59

So far in this series on choosing an essential oil brand, I've armed you with some great questions to ask when you check out a company's website. This can help you determine whether or not they are providing the safety information you need to stay safe. In this episode, we're going to zero in on 10 essential oils that most companies keep in stock a…

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David Michael Frank: Limitless Vocals 1:24:56

5M ago1:24:56

1:24:56

David Michael Frank, artistically known as DMF, redefines the modern music scene with his extraordinary vocal range and a unique blend of alternative, pop, and rock, creating a sound that's both nostalgic and futuristic. A multi-instrumentalist and content creation expert, DMF has captivated over 3.5 million followers with deeply personal lyrics an…

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What is the BEST essential oil brand? (How to Choose the Best Essential Oil Brand, Part 3) 8:13

5M ago8:13

8:13

If you're wondering which essential oil brand to purchase from, you can check out the website of the brand that you are interested in, and go through a list of questions to see where they stand. Some of those questions I've shared on previous episodes, and today you'll hear some more. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist who doesn't sell essentia…

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Emily Kristen Morris: Defying Gravity 1:01:53

5M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Emily Kristen Morris is an NYC-based actor, singer, dancer, certified vocal instructor, and popular online content creator (1.7 Million followers on TikTok). Emily has performed across the nation and internationally, and was most recently the Elphaba standby on the Broadway national tour of WICKED. Coming up next, Emily will be starring as Elsa in …

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Bobby Bass: The New Generation of Bass Singers 1:16:45

6M ago1:16:45

1:16:45

Bobby Bass is a bass singer, arranger, and music producer, most noted for his extremely viral cover of "Hoist the Colours," as seen in the forefront of the North Sea trend. Bobby is a member of both The Wellermen and The Bass Gang, and is considered to be one of the main artists and influencers in the new generation of bass singers. In the last 4 y…

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Mortius: The Man Behind Mortius 1:48:15

6M ago1:48:15

1:48:15

Mortius is a YouTuber and singer, most well-known for his commentary on EPIC: The Musical.By Peter Barber

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How to Choose the Best Essential Oil Brand (Part 2) 5:58

7M ago5:58

5:58

If you're wondering which essential oil brand you want to purchase from, you have two options... Send us a text This is Lea Jacobson empowering you to use essential oils safely. I hope you learned something new today. Tell a friend about our podcasts so they can learn, too. All episodes are available at LeaJacobson.com/podcast. Support the show…

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How to Choose the BEST Essential Oil Brand (Part 1) 7:19

7M ago7:19

7:19

One of the most common questions I get asked about in our facebook group is: "What brand is best?" or "Which brand do YOU use, Lea?" Sometimes it's because the person knows about the 3rd party testing I pioneered a while back which we did to discover what's really in those essential oil bottles? "What brand is best?" was one of my first questions, …

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Jojo Otseidu: Voiceover Vocals 1:03:22

7M ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Jojo Otseidu is a bass singer, voice actor, and voiceover artist.By Peter Barber

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Essential Oil Brands (test your knowledge!) 5:44

7M ago5:44

5:44

Curious to know if our brand series is for you? Let's find out with a pop quiz that will test your knowledge when it comes to choosing an essential oil brand to purchase from. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist who doesn't sell essential oils, and the person who pioneered at third-party testing, I'm the perfect person to guide you through the c…

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Serena Belle: Survivor to Singer 1:13:14

8M ago1:13:14

1:13:14

Serena Belle is a singer, brain tumor survivor, and social media sensation. Over the last two years, she built a following of 2.6 million fans on TikTok, and 1.2 million on Instagram, with her viral singing videos, covering everything from Evanescence to Gladiator. Peter and Serena talk about Serena's life philosophy after surviving a brain tumor, …

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Lolli Wren: The Fairy Voice Mother 1:12:12

8M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

Lolli Wren is a singer, composer, vocal arranger, and vocal coach AKA The Fairy Voice Mother. She is widely known for her ability to explain a huge range of voice techniques and replicate them in a way that anyone can learn, even absolute beginners. As a vocal analyst on YouTube, Lolli has built an audience of over 265,000 subscribers. Peter and Lo…

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Matthew Aucoin: Modern Opera 1:04:32

9M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Matthew Aucoin is an American composer, conductor, writer, pianist, and a 2018 MacArthur Fellow. In recent seasons, his music has been performed by artists ranging from Yo-Yo Ma to the Philadelphia Orchestra, and commissioned by institutions including the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, and the Ojai Music Festival. Aucoin is a co-founder of the …

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Joe Santoni: Disney Bass 1:06:24

9M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Joe Santoni is a bass singer and studio vocalist, best known for his work with DCappella, Disney's premiere acapella group. Joe has had the pleasure of performing for over 15 years both professionally and academically. Throughout his music career he’s had amazing opportunities come his way. Some of his performance credits include performing in over…

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Calm Your Anxious Pet (Naturally!) 6:53

9M ago6:53

6:53

Are you struggling to calm your anxious pet? In this informative video I'll show you how you can help soothe your furry friend and reduce their anxiety - naturally! As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, I'm trained in both essential oils and hydrosols, and I'll show you practical ways to use both to calm your pet. Whether your pet is dealing with…

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Jonny Stewart: Music of the Wellermen 1:09:07

10M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

Jonny Stewart is a bass singer, an engineer for studio and live sound, and an arranger/director. Jonny’s arrangements and mixes have been streamed over twenty million times on Spotify, although it bears mentioning that fourteen million of these were for TikTok sea shanty ‘Wellerman’, by the Wellermen. In addition to his work with the Wellermen, Jon…

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3 Ways to Use Hydrosols as a Remedy for Pets 8:26

10M ago8:26

8:26

It makes me cringe to see people using essential oils on their dogs and cats without trying hydrosols first. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, I know when it's best to use essential oils, and when it makes more sense to use hydrosols. I'll explain what hydrosols are in a minute, but they're a remedy, unlike essential oils, that are safe for d…

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Teagan Earley: The Voice of Athena 1:16:32

10M ago1:16:32

1:16:32

Teagan Earley is a Chicago-based singer, actor, and producer, and the proud co-founder of Sisters First Productions—a Tony and Emmy award-winning production company and entertainment fund that seeks to support women, early career artists, early stage businesses, and other vehicles for underrepresented voices using cutting edge technology and origin…

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5 Essential Oils NOT Safe for Dogs (or humans) 9:58

11M ago9:58

9:58

One of my pet peeves is when companies try to sell you essential oils that aren't safe like Basil, Fennel, and Nutmeg. The steam distillation process, the most common method of turning plants into essential oils, can cause safe and even beneficial herbs to be harmful once they've gone through the distillation process and made into essential oils - …

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Davide Dalmonte: Bass Singing Prodigy 1:01:44

11M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Davide Dalmonte is a 19-year-old bass singer, songwriter, and producer. He has amassed over 1.5 followers on TikTok via covers, adding bass lines to popular TikToks via the duet feature. Lately, Davide has entered the world of original music, with new songs coming out in the near future. Peter and Davide talk about creating music in short form medi…

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Tea Tree Essential Oil IS Safe for Dogs! 5:51

11M ago5:51

5:51

So many of you are struggling with the confusing, conflicting, and often controversial information when it comes to using essential oils safely, so I'd like to set the record straight. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, people come to me when they want to know the truth about essential oils - and when it comes to using Tea Tree with your pets,…

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Colm McGuinness: Video Game Vocals 1:17:18

11M ago1:17:18

1:17:18

Colm McGuinness is an Irish composer, producer, musician, and singer. Primarily, he composes and works as a studio artist in the video game sphere for major titles like Critical Role, League of Legends, and more. In addition, Colm produces high-quality covers for his YouTube channel and streaming services, where he has garnered hundreds of millions…

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Which Essential Oils are Safe for Dogs? Here's my Top 5 7:31

12M ago7:31

7:31

It pains me to see people choosing essential oils that are safe for them but not dogs. Their pet then starts exhibiting symptoms that can be avoided with a little knowledge. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, I know the benefits and safety of essential oils for both humans and pets, and in this episode I'm going to share with you 5 essential o…

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Charlie Hopkinson: One Man, 100 Voices 58:17

12M ago58:17

58:17

Charlie Hopkinson is a UK impressionist with over 500 million views across platforms. Best known for his impressions of Morgan Freeman, David Attenborough, the Peaky Blinders, and now, many of the iconic voices from the Star Wars universe, Charlie has gained the requisite popularity to go on tour for stand-up comedy, where he brilliantly incorporat…

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How to Select the Best Essential Oils for Your Dog (Fool-Proof Method!) 9:18

1y ago9:18

9:18

A lot of people struggle when it comes to using essential oils with their pets. And it's no surprise when you look at all of the unsafe information out there. I've seen recommendations for dropping essential oils into your pet's food, rubbing them into your dog's fur without diluting, and brushing your puppy's teeth with them. It makes me cringe. N…

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Marwan Ayman: Acapella Prodigy 1:10:17

1y ago1:10:17

1:10:17

Marwan Ayman is a 20-year-old acapella musician from Egypt who gained fame on YouTube as a member of The Bass Gang. His viral "build-up" covers contributed significantly to his rise in popularity, and have earned him nearly 20,000 subscribers on YouTube. As a member of The Bass Gang, he has written many of the group's most popular arrangements, inc…

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Are Essential Oils Safe for Dogs? Avoid These Common Mistakes... 7:13

1y ago7:13

7:13

It really bothers me seeing so many consumers rush into using essential oils with their dogs without doing their research, quickly leading to their four legged friends gagging, having skin reactions, liver issues and more. None of us want that for our dogs, right? Essential oils are supposed to make our lives better! As a Certified Clinical Aromath…

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Gavin Dunne: Miracle of Sound 1:05:23

1y ago1:05:23

1:05:23

From the guest: "I'm Gav, an independent producer/songwriter & singer from Ireland. My music and songs, under the name 'Miracle Of Sound,' cover a vast range of genres & styles from metal to folk to classical. They have become popular through grassroots word of mouth and gathered over a billion cross-platform digital streams, with my biggest hit 'V…

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Corvyx: Authentic Artist 1:18:33

1y ago1:18:33

1:18:33

Alternative enigma Corvyx concocts an elixir of cinematic dark pop, pairing his ethereal productions with haunting vocals that drip with raw emotion and power. He dons a self-proclaimed “space witch” aesthetic and, with his 5 octave range, has captivated an audience of nearly 1M+ social followers he calls his Corvyx Coven. His name finds origin in …

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Casper Fox: Behind the Brand 58:58

1y ago58:58

58:58

Casper Fox is a brand manager and musician, who has contributed significantly to the success of groups like The Bass Gang and The Wellermen, as well as the personal brands of creators like Peter Barber and Jennifer Glatzhofer.By Peter Barber

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Will Liverman: The Future of Opera 56:57

1y ago56:57

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Called, “a voice for this historic moment” (The Washington Post), GRAMMY Award-winning baritone Will Liverman is the 2022 Beverly Sills Artist Award recipient and co-creator of The Factotum (Lyric Opera Chicago, 2023 world premiere). This season’s engagements include the Metropolitan Opera (X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X, Roméo et Juliette), Op…

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Is Olivia Rodrigo Worth the Hype? 56:47

1y ago56:47

56:47

Over the course of an hour, professional singer Peter Barber breaks down Olivia Rodrigo's performance for NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series, and analyzes just what makes her so brilliant. Stay until the end to learn more than you ever thought possible about Olivia's vocal techniques, songwriting, and all the rest. So, is Olivia Rodrigo worth the hype?…

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Eric Hollaway: That Bass Voice 1:14:14

1y ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Meet Eric Hollaway, the man with a voice as deep as the ocean and as versatile as the wind. Known globally as "thatbassvoice," Eric boasts a rare 5-octave range, enchanting over 2 million followers on social media with his captivating vocals. A prodigy who began singing at 5, Eric's voice has graced numerous viral hits, including the Viking anthem …

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Analysis Essentials Series: So Hyang | "Bridge Over Troubled Water" 21:40

1y ago21:40

21:40

Welcome back to the Analysis Essentials Series -- this episode comes from my first time ever hearing So Hyang, a voice that continues to boggle my mind. Her emotional connection, her power belting, her riffing -- all of it. Please enjoy this breakdown.By Peter Barber

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Tomi P: The Uncrowned King of Modern Acapella 1:08:07

1y ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Tomi P is a bass singer from the Czech Republic, widely known for his musical talent as a vocal arranger and acapella music producer. Many that are familiar with his work consider him to be among the founding fathers of modern acapella, given that he's been making high-quality vocal arrangements for nearly a decade. Tomi is a founding member of The…

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Analysis Essentials Series: Pentatonix | "The Sound of Silence" 19:33

1+ y ago19:33

19:33

One of the first analysis videos Peter ever made was for this iconic cover from Pentatonix. Peter goes into detail about the musical arrangement, vocal technique, blending of voices, belting, vocal registration, and more. Please enjoy this breakdown of "The Sound of "Silence" as part of the Analysis Essentials Series.…

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Elliott Michael Robinson: Endless Bass 1:12:55

1+ y ago1:12:55

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Elliott Michael Robinson is a seasoned veteran of the contemporary a cappella community currently residing in Dallas, Texas. Though most known for his insane low notes and nearly five-octave vocal range, the Illinois native is also an award-winning songwriter, arranger, and vocal educator. (And attorney, but who's counting?) Throughout the years, h…

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Eric Whitacre: Musical Genius 57:45

1+ y ago57:45

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Grammy Award-winning composer and conductor, Eric Whitacre, is among today’s most popular musicians. His works are programmed worldwide and his ground-breaking Virtual Choirs have united over 100,000 singers from more than 145 countries. A graduate of The Juilliard School, Eric is currently Visiting Composer at Pembroke College, Cambridge Universit…

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