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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. 216: Your Fall Reset – Enhanced Focus,...

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2025/08/26

It’s back-to-school season – and a perfect time for a Fall Reset! Whether you’re a student, professional, parent, or lifelong learner, this episode is for all ages. Sara Sherman shares 3 practical tips to harness the power of music to build positive habits and strengthen executive function skills – while also developing connections and nurturing personal growth. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode216

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Micro 41: What I’ve Learned After 200+ Conversations...

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2025/08/19

What can 200+ conversations with the brightest minds in music teach us about life? On the six-year anniversary of the podcast, I share four lessons that have reshaped the way I see music – and its power to transform your everyday life. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro41 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram:

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Ep. 215: Building Brain Capital and Preventing...

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2025/08/12

Can music actually protect your brain and reduce dementia risk? Award-winning educator and arts advocate Genein Letford reveals how engaging with music builds “brain capital” – the essential combination of cognitive health, creativity, and connection that fuels success in leadership and in life. Discover the science behind the arts’ power to strengthen memory, sharpen thinking, and optimize your cognitive reserve at every stage of life, no matter your age or vocation. Links and notes related to this

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Micro 40: What Springsteen Taught Me About Living My...

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2025/08/05

What if there were a way to stand firmly in your beliefs without creating division? Bruce Springsteen’s approach to “human politics” goes beyond partisanship – he lives his values through consistent, grounded action. In this episode, I explore what The Boss taught me about walking the talk, building bridges, and modeling a rare kind of leadership rooted in integrity, connection, and meaningful impact in today’s polarized world. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at

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Ep. 214: Neural Resonance Theory – What the latest...

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2025/07/29

What if music doesn’t just move your emotions — but physically moves your brain? A new frontier in neuroscience reveals how music physically affects our brain through the laws of physics, with powerful implications for memory, mood, and health. Dr. Edward Large, the lead scientist behind this research, explains Neural Resonance Theory – and why it matters. From sound to synapse, discover the brain’s physical response to music and its therapeutic power. Links and notes related to this episode can be

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Micro 39: Glensheen, Billy Joel & How Music Brings...

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2025/07/22

What if music could do more than entertain – what if it could bring the past to life? I recently experienced firsthand how music can transform history from distant facts into powerful stories we feel, remember, and carry with us. Discover how songs and stories connect us to the past in ways we never expected. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro39 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Ep. 213: Songwriting Decoded – What the Brain Loves &...

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2025/07/15

Ever wonder how songs are written, what makes a song a hit, or what it would take to write a song yourself? In this episode, songwriter and author Mike Errico pulls back the curtain on the songwriting process, blending humor, neuroscience, and practical tips from his book Music, Lyrics, and Life. Whether you’re a musician, a music lover, or just curious about the magic behind your favorite tunes, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for what makes a song resonate – and maybe even feel inspired to write

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Micro 38: From Plato to Bono – 10 Quotes About...

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2025/07/08

What do ancient philosophers, modern scientists, and rock stars have in common? A reverence for music. Music has a way of expressing what words alone can’t. Discover 10 quotes that say what words alone never could. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro38 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. 212: Red, White & Relaxed – How Music Can Calm...

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2025/07/01

Fireworks may light up the sky, but they can also send our pets into a panic. In this special Fourth of July encore, sound behaviorist Janet Marlow explains how scientifically designed, species-specific music can calm anxiety in pets and improve their overall well-being. Discover the power of music to bring peace to your furry (or feathered!) companions during the noisiest week of summer. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode212 Connect

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Micro 37: Master the Art of Daydreaming – A Summer...

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2025/06/24

Did you know daydreaming can actually boost creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving? Explore the science behind intentional daydreaming, why summer is the perfect time to practice it, and how music can help your mind wander its way to surprising solutions. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro37 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram:

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Ep. 211: Music, Speech & the Brain – A New Way to...

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2025/06/17

Speech delays affect over a million young children in the U.S.—including dual language learners and those with Autism, Down syndrome, and intellectual delays. Discover how neuroscience is revealing music’s powerful role in supporting speech development and early communication—in just 10 minutes a day. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode211 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook:

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Micro 36: Help Solve This Real-Life Rock ’n’ Roll...

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2025/06/10

Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro36 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/musicenhances Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com!

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Ep. 210: What Makes Great Nonprofits Tick –...

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2025/06/03

What happens when icons in the business and nonprofit worlds strike up a friendship? Tom Morris shares how Jim Collins’ “Good to Great” principles helped reframe the purpose of his nonprofit, revitalize fundraising, and spark a culture of renewal — and not just for organizations, but for individuals, too. Apply “greatness practices” to your situation to sharpen vision and clarify what success looks like. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at

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Micro 35: Summer Reading: My Favorite Books Across 10...

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2025/05/27

Looking for your next great read? I'm sharing 10 of my all-time favorite non-fiction books—covering everything from marriage and time management to friendship and spirituality. These titles have challenged, inspired, and guided me over the years, and I hope they do the same for you. Whether you're loading up your summer reading list or just love a good book recommendation, this episode is for you! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro35

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Ep. 209: Making Music Practice Easier – Support,...

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2025/05/20

Wish your child loved practicing music—or at least didn’t dread it? Music educator Barbie Wong shares simple, research-backed strategies to make music practice easier, more joyful, and effective. Barbie is founder of Musical Nest, a vibrant community supporting teachers and parents in inspiring kids to make music. Access tips, tools, and solutions to nurture musical growth, foster motivation, and create joyful, engaging learning experiences for children. Links and notes related to this episode can

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Micro 34: Musical Adventures Beyond the Lesson –...

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2025/05/13

Music learning takes place in many forms and contexts. Discover fun, diverse, unique ways to spark curiosity and creativity. From captivating books and movies to educational podcasts and interactive activities, this resource listing provides a foundation for your child’s (or your own!) unique musical journey while also inspiring you to come up with your own ideas for musical exploration. Every musical moment you create plants a seed that can grow for a lifetime! Links and notes related to this

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Ep. 208: Choral Communities of Joy – Music,...

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2025/05/06

What if a choir could do what medicine cannot? Learn how Giving Voice Initiative’s dementia-friendly choirs are transforming lives—bringing joy, purpose, and a deep sense of belonging to people living with dementia and their care partners. Discover the power of the universal instrument – the voice – to create connection, break stigma, and build community. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode208 Connect with us: Newsletter:

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Micro 33: One Nation Under a Groove – A musical...

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2025/04/29

What if you could step inside a song — and history itself? A visit to Nashville’s National Museum of African American Music is a full-body, full-heart adventure into the sounds that shaped a nation. It’s a place where rhythm, resilience, and innovation come alive. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/micro33 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram:

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Ep. 207: Decoding Musical Taste – How Music, AI &...

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2025/04/22

What makes you press play? Dr. Nolan Gasser—architect of Pandora’s Music Genome Project and music consultant for Google DeepMind—returns to reveal how human insight and AI are teaming up to unlock the secrets of musical taste. We dive into his new PBS special, “Why You Like It: Decoding Musical Taste,” an interactive experience that blends live music, science, and a one-of-a-kind app that generates personalized playlists using cutting-edge AI. Discover the art and science of musical taste – and how

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Micro 32: Not Just Music: 5 Podcasts That Fuel My...

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2025/04/15

This listener-inspired micro episode is a celebration of holistic cross-training—not for your muscles, but for your life. Just as music thrives on harmony and balance, so do we. I’m sharing my top 5 favorite podcasts across different areas of life—from health and spirituality to productivity and news—all of which support my personal rhythm and help me live more intentionally. Consider it a curated playlist for whole-life wellness. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at

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