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Enhance Life with Music

Discover how music transforms everyday life – health, happiness, and beyond! Enhance Life with Music explores practical ways music improves our health, happiness, and wholeness – whether or not you consider yourself a musician. From science and wellness to sports, education, and business, discover how music shapes everyday life – and how you can harness its power to enhance your own.

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Ep. 166: Every Brain Needs Music: The Neuroscience of...

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2023/09/19

Whether you are a professional musician or music enthusiast, prepare to meet your new favorite book on the neuroscience of music! We discuss the science of effective practice; the intricate and distinct neurological processes utilized for musical composition, improvisation, practice, and performance; and the profound impact of music on brain development. As the conversation unfolds, listeners gain a profound understanding of how music ignites creativity and enhances cognitive functions, offering a

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Ep. 165: Breaking Boundaries: Breakdancing’s journey...

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2023/09/05

Breaking expert and insider B-Boy London Reyes tells the behind-the-scenes story of breakdancing’s history as it evolves from a street art form to an official Olympic sport. We discuss the moment the Olympic-inclusion seed was first planted; the surprising economic impact of hip hop; how breaking saves lives; how an American “product” became a global phenomenon; the challenges ahead for the art-slash-sport; and how the music involved in breaking has changed (and why). Links and notes related to

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Ep. 164: Adaptive Music Education: Achieving...

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2023/08/22

The Lotus Centre for Special Music Education is passionate about making the well-documented benefits of music-making accessible to students with exceptionalities. Making music can have profound impacts on mood, motor skills, and overall well-being. The Centre’s Institute for Professional Development provides music educators with the skills and tools they need to help students of all abilities reach their full potential. Discover innovative resources, strategies, and collaborations that break

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Ep. 163: Tapping into Willy Wonka’s Wonderland for...

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2023/08/08

Take an enchanting journey through the world of local music stores, with a trip behind-the-scenes of 5th generation family-owned Schmitt Music. Unveil the treasure trove of musical opportunities awaiting you at your local music store. From access to unique instruments and print music galore, to free concerts and instrument petting zoos, you'll learn how these stores are not just retail spaces but vibrant hubs of musical community and experiences. Whether you're a music enthusiast, budding musician,

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Ep. 162: Unlocking productivity with the power of...

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2023/07/25

Popular productivity guru Erik Fisher describes practical ways to leverage the powerful tool of music for increased efficiency and more intentional living. Elevate your personal and professional life not just by getting more done, but by living fully and accomplishing the goals that make your life meaningful. We present… productivity hacks backed by the magic of music! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode162 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 161: Enhancing pet health with species-specific...

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2023/07/11

Janet Marlow is a fifth-generation musician and sound behaviorist who has conducted groundbreaking scientific research on the profound effects of sound and music on pet anxiety and behavior. Janet's work has led to the creation of clinically proven calming music specifically designed for dogs, cats, horses, and birds. Discover how your pet’s sound world differs from yours, and how modifications can lead to overall improved health and well-being for your beloved companion. Links and notes related to

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Ep. 160: Jammin’ to the Beat of Nutrition: How Music...

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2023/06/27

Don't miss this captivating conversation on how music and food can enhance our lives in unexpected ways! Jennifer Maxwell, a mother of six, athlete, musician, and food science expert, shares her journey from creating the iconic PowerBar to launching her new Certified Organic energy bar called JAMBAR. With flavors like Jammin' Jazzleberry and Chocolate Cha Cha, JAMBAR combines Jennifer's passions for nutrition, athletics, music, and community. Tune in to discover how Jennifer's love for music led her

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Ep. 159: Nature's Anthem: Award-Winning...

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2023/06/13

Discover the educational music that is captivating young audiences! Jessa Campbell’s upbeat, danceable songs teach science concepts while infusing joy and humor. With her new album Forest Flow, Jessa is changing the trend of children's disconnection with nature. Through catchy tunes and engaging music videos, she inspires families to explore the outdoors, fostering a love for conservation and a healthier lifestyle. Join the movement and let the music enhance your life! Links and notes related to

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Ep. 158: How to BECOME the music for a rock star...

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2023/05/30

Unleash your inner rockstar and transform your fitness routine with POUND! Join us as Kirsten Potenza, the visionary CEO behind this explosive workout, reveals how drumming and movement can ignite your passion for fitness. Get ready to experience the rhythm, release stress, and discover the empowering world of POUND. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode158 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 157: Athletes and the Arts: Integrating the...

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2023/05/16

How can performance artists benefit from sports medicine? How are performing artists and athletes similar, and different? How could collaboration between sports medicine and performing arts medicine bring about exponential advances for mutual benefit? We discuss these questions and more in today’s episode with Athletes and the Arts. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode157 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe

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Ep. 156: Voices of Hope: The Intersection of music...

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2023/05/02

Voices of Hope builds choral singing communities in correctional facilities. Its founder and Artistic Director explains music’s impact on choir participants (internal and external); its unique ability to transcend limitations; and its role in social justice and justice reform. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode156 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 155: "Career Choices in Music beyond the...

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2023/04/18

How have music careers and options changed as a result of COVID-19, and how should we change how we educate musicians moving forward? How can musicians think outside the “music box” to expand options for rewarding and creative work? Why is our career choice as musicians especially linked to our personal identity? Why do we choose a career in music, given the inherent challenges in the industry? Musician and psychologist Julie Jaffee Nagel addresses these topics and more in her new book, and in this

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Ep. 154: How does music impact stuttering? With Dr....

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2023/04/04

Almost all people who stutter sing fluently. Dr. Heather Grossman is a Board-Certified Specialist in Fluency Disorders and Clinic Director of the American Institute for Stuttering (AIS). She explains why we don’t stutter when we sing, and how music is used to increase fluency and speech control for those who stutter. We also discuss well-known musicians who stuttered, and resources offered by AIS. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode154

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Ep. 153: Your Brain On Art: What is neuroarts, and...

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2023/03/21

Did you know that music and the arts can measurably change your brain, body, and behavior? Neuroaesthetics (or neuroarts) is the interdisciplinary study of this process, and the translation of this knowledge into practices that enhance health and wellbeing. The arts can be used as preventative medicine, symptom relief for chronic health issues, illness intervention, developmental issues, and psychological support. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at

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Ep. 152: Helping children identify, express, and...

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2023/03/07

A significant life skill is the development of healthy strategies to process and regulate emotions. Music therapist and award-winning singer/songwriter Stephanie Leavell explains the super-powers of music to teach these skills in a fun way to kids (and their adults). Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode152 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram:

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Ep. 151: What are the benefits of singing for our...

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2023/02/21

If there is a musical activity whose health benefits I tend to hear and read the most about, it is singing. What makes singing so special, and what impact does it have on our physical, mental, and spiritual health? Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode151 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn:

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Ep. 150: Chronic pain relief and management through...

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2023/02/07

There are multiple ways music can be used to reduce pain perception, manage chronic pain, and function as a healthy coping mechanism for those experiencing long-term or chronic pain. The music techniques may be used alongside pain medication, to reduce reliance on pain meds, or sometimes in place of medication. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode150 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 149: Corporate team-building & wellness through...

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2023/01/24

Imagine your next corporate event being so engaging, fun, memorable, and bonding that your audience can’t stop talking about it! Rock star Ciaran Gribbin draws on the innate connectivity and power of music to “entwine your event theme, audience and a bunch of real rockstars into a melting pot of interactivity, laughter, creativity and positive results.” Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode149 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 148: Applying music’s healing powers to the...

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2023/01/10

Eating disorders are complex, involving both physical and mental layers. Dr. Annie Heiderscheit explains why music therapy is especially effective in treating and healing eating disorders. Music is a portal that provides access – for the therapist and the patient – to feelings, perceptions, and perspectives; and is a vehicle for communication and integrating change. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode148 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Ep. 147: What is the current "State of the Arts?"...

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2022/12/27

How healthy is music (and arts) education in the US? Music advocacy legend Bob Morrison shares the history of US advocacy efforts; his assessment of where we are now; what gives him the most hope; and our biggest challenge. He explains what advocacy means to him – and a “tell” for when it’s being done most effectively. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode147 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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