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Making Sense Of Masturbation: Case Studies And Spicy Questions (LIVE)

Husband Material - June 26, 2023 15:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
Can masturbation ever be neutral or healthy? In this episode, I'll explore complex moral questions about masturbation. Together with a live audience, we'll analyze 10 situations you may have never considered before: A toddler touches his penis to feel pleasure A young boy learns to masturbate ...

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995: John Kennedy on teaching

Contrabass Conversations - June 22, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
Today we feature John Kennedy, who has been one of the leading double bass educators for decades.  I’ve had the good pleasure to serve on the International Society of Bassists Board of Directors with him as well as on the faculty of several double bass camps, and he is a first-class performer, t...

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995: John Kennedy on teaching

Contrabass Conversations - June 22, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes
Today we feature John Kennedy, who has been one of the leading double bass educators for decades.  I’ve had the good pleasure to serve on the International Society of Bassists Board of Directors with him as well as on the faculty of several double bass camps, and he is a first-class performer, t...

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Ep. 31 - Unified Brilliance: The Shared Language of Natural and Lab-Grown Diamonds

Buy Like a Guy - June 22, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
In a previous episode, I explored lab-grown and natural diamonds, and explained that lab-grown diamonds are indeed diamonds, but with a few differences from their natural counterparts. Ultimately, I believe the choice should be left to the buyer. However, I realized that I hadn't fully address...

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Violist Alice Ping on Transparent Authenticity Online and Living a Freelancer's Life while Fighting Invisible Battles

The Musician Centric Podcast - June 20, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 31 ratings
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! Our guest today is violist Alice Ping! Based in Los Angeles, Alice makes her career as a freelancer and teacher, performing with a wide variety of musical acts live, in session recordings, and notably as one of the talented string musicians on NBC’s T...

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Making Sense Of Masturbation: Science, Scripture, And My Story (LIVE)

Husband Material - June 19, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
What is masturbation? How does it affect the brain? What does the Bible (not) say about it? What will happen to me if I don't masturbate? In this episode, I'll share insights from neuroscience, the New Testament, and my own story of masturbation.  I've been researching this topic for the past 1...

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994: Nick Lloyd on his bench copy of Edgar Meyer's Gabrielli double bass

Contrabass Conversations - June 15, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
Today we chat with double bass maker Nick Lloyd about the story behind his bench copy of Edgar Meyer’s Giovanni Battista Gabrielli from 1769.  Nick copied Edgar’s bass (#55) for Paul Kowert, and the Meyer bass copy that he bright to ISB (#60) was played by Gary Karr during the ISB headliner c...

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994: Nick Lloyd on his bench copy of Edgar Meyer's Gabrielli double bass

Contrabass Conversations - June 15, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes
Today we chat with double bass maker Nick Lloyd about the story behind his bench copy of Edgar Meyer’s Giovanni Battista Gabrielli from 1769.  Nick copied Edgar’s bass (#55) for Paul Kowert, and the Meyer bass copy that he bright to ISB (#60) was played by Gary Karr during the ISB headliner c...

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Ep. 30 - The Solitaire: The Perfect Engagement Ring When She Doesn't Know What She Wants

Buy Like a Guy - June 15, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
Not every guy knows what kind of engagement ring his girl wants, and that's totally OK. A lot of couples don't specifically talk about the style of the ring. It's all about keeping that romantic, nostalgic symbolism intact. You're presenting this ring, asking for her hand in marriage, and show...

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Episode 35: Lindsay Lou

Inside the Musician's Brain - June 13, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 246 ratings
Lindsay Lou is one of the hottest up-and-comers on the roots music scene. She's a powerhouse singer who covers a wide range of styles and has performed with countless artists as a special guest in recent years. Her new album, Queen of Time, puts her in the spotlight as a singer and as a songwrite...

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Porn And Third Culture Kids (with John Kilmer)

Husband Material - June 12, 2023 15:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
Growing up between worlds, third culture kids face unique challenges in developing their identity and sense of belonging. Can these experiences create a higher risk of struggling with pornography? John Kilmer reveals the impact of moving during crucial developmental stages, and how unprocessed g...

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993: Bill Harrison on Making the Low Notes

Contrabass Conversations - June 08, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
Today, we talk with former podcast guest Bill Harrison about his new memoir Making the Low Notes: A Life in Music.  This is a great read about what it was like diving into Chicago’s lively jobbing world through the 1970s and beyond. Enjoy, and you can pick up a copy on Amazon!   Subscribe t...

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993: Bill Harrison on Making the Low Notes

Contrabass Conversations - June 08, 2023 09:00 - 59 minutes
Today, we talk with former podcast guest Bill Harrison about his new memoir Making the Low Notes: A Life in Music.  This is a great read about what it was like diving into Chicago’s lively jobbing world through the 1970s and beyond. Enjoy, and you can pick up a copy on Amazon!   Subscribe t...

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Ep. 29 - 5 Ways to Get Her Ring Size Without Tipping Her Off That You're Going to Propose

Buy Like a Guy - June 08, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
Finding your partner's finger size for an engagement ring may not be on the top of your "must haves" list, but it looms large when you don't have a clue what it is.   Picture this: you've found the perfect ring, you're ready to buy it, and then your Jewelry Sales Associate drops the bombshell qu...

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Porn, Autism, and ADHD: Embracing Neurodiversity (with Candice Christiansen)

Husband Material - June 05, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
How do neurodifferences like ADHD and autism relate to unwanted sexual behavior? How can embracing neurodiversity help us heal and outgrow porn? Candice Christiansen offers powerful perspectives and practical advice. This interview is delightful! For neurodivergent individuals (and same or mixe...

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992: Sean O’Hara on long-term progress

Contrabass Conversations - June 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
Sean O'Hara recently won an audition for a double bass section position in the Fort Worth Symphony.  In this episode, we talk about Sean’s journey from the San Francisco Bay area to UCLA to study with Chris Hanulik, his time working with Brian Johnson at Cal State Fullerton, his with studying ...

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992: Sean O’Hara on long-term progress

Contrabass Conversations - June 01, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour
Sean O'Hara recently won an audition for a double bass section position in the Fort Worth Symphony.  In this episode, we talk about Sean’s journey from the San Francisco Bay area to UCLA to study with Chris Hanulik, his time working with Brian Johnson at Cal State Fullerton, his with studying ...

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Ep. 28 - Diamonds: Lab-Grown vs. Natural - Let The Sparks Fly!

Buy Like a Guy - June 01, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
In this episode we're going to dip our toes into the realm of lab-grown diamonds.  I'll shed  a little light on the ever-evolving diamond industry, exploring the distinctions between lab-grown and natural diamonds, their formation processes, and the ongoing debate surrounding their place in the ...

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Episode 34: Chris Funk

Inside the Musician's Brain - May 30, 2023 09:32 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 246 ratings
In their more than 20 years as a band, The Decemberists have established themselves as an influential indie-rock band with an expansive and eclectic catalog of excellent music. Chris Funk's multi-instrumental talents are at the center of their sound. Chris also works as a producer and has been a ...

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How To Confront Parents With Compassion

Husband Material - May 29, 2023 15:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
Have you ever thought about confronting a parent, but you're not sure how? In this episode, you'll learn the right questions to ask yourself when considering why and how to confront your parent(s) with compassion.  Three important questions to ask:  What happened (to them and to me)?  How do ...

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991: Szymon Marciniak and Evan Mitchell on their bass and piano partnership

Contrabass Conversations - May 25, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
This year’s San Francisco Winter Bass Bash recital guest was Szymon Marciniak, a fabulous bass soloist and educator who appeared on the podcast in 2016. Szymon performed an inspiring program with his longtime collaborator and pianist Evan Mitchell.  In this interview we discuss how Szymon and E...

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991: Szymon Marciniak and Evan Mitchell on their bass and piano partnership

Contrabass Conversations - May 25, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes
This year’s San Francisco Winter Bass Bash recital guest was Szymon Marciniak, a fabulous bass soloist and educator who appeared on the podcast in 2016. Szymon performed an inspiring program with his longtime collaborator and pianist Evan Mitchell.  In this interview we discuss how Szymon and E...

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Ep. 27 - Decoding Platinum: From Weight to Rarity, Durability to Price-Unveiling the Ultimate Precious Metal Choice

Buy Like a Guy - May 25, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of platinum, one of the rarest elements on Earth and highly valued in the jewelry industry. Join me as we explore the advantages and disadvantages of choosing platinum for your fine jewelry. Platinum's rarity is unparalleled. With an abundance...

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Mozart in the Jungle Recap Season 1 Episode 9: BONUS Episodes

The Musician Centric Podcast - May 23, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 31 ratings
Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here! And now for something completely different! As a big fan of reality show podcast recaps, Steph convinced Liz to dive into the MITJ universe. Neither of us have watched this series or heard much about it, and you can bear witness as our innocence is ri...

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Guest: Branko Deljanin

Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast - May 23, 2023 16:15 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratings
In this more technical episode of the Paul Zimnisky Diamond Analytics Podcast, globally respected gemologist Branko Deljanin joins the show to discuss the detection of lab-diamonds and the chemical traceability of natural diamonds. The conversation begins with Branko telling the story of the fir...

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Healing With My Parents (with Yvonne Boa and Sandy Boa)

Husband Material - May 22, 2023 15:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 203 ratings
In this episode, my parents share the good and the bad of how they raised me, and how we are healing. It's a story of vulnerability, repentance, and redemption.  "All families have difficulties. If you bury them, you grow apart. If you get them on the table and solve them, then you can heal fro...

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990: Nicole Melrose on double bass strings

Contrabass Conversations - May 18, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 100 ratings
Nicole Melrose is an orchestral string clinician for D’Addario and the founder of StringRise, which we covered with Nicole in a 2021 interview. Today, we dig into the world of double bass strings, how they are made, what makes double bass strings unique, and the various strings offered by D’Ad...

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990: Nicole Melrose on double bass strings

Contrabass Conversations - May 18, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour
Nicole Melrose is an orchestral string clinician for D’Addario and the founder of StringRise, which we covered with Nicole in a 2021 interview. Today, we dig into the world of double bass strings, how they are made, what makes double bass strings unique, and the various strings offered by D’Ad...

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Ep. 26 - The Regular Guy's Guide to Jewelry with Guest Pat Finn: Unveiling Necessity, Friendship, and a Quick Story about Chris Farley

Buy Like a Guy - May 18, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratings
In this episode, Pat Finn and I continue our off-the-cuff exploration of the significance of fine jewelry, including a pretty sweet story about Pat's late friend, the legendary Chris Farley, and his love of gift-giving. We get a little sentimental, but it's cool, because that's one of the unexpe...

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Episode 33: Chris Wood

Inside the Musician's Brain - May 16, 2023 13:20 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 246 ratings
Chris Wood is a musical hero. In this talk he gets deep into his experience with music and all he's learned over his long, successful career playing everything from cutting edge jazz with MMW to some of today's best roots rock with The Wood Brothers. He unpacks the challenge of staying present, i...