Better To... Podcast with D. M. Needom
The Better To Podcast is a place where we'll discuss what was the inspiration for their perspective projects and how it all came about. Sometimes, we’ll take a deeper dive into that moment that placed them on the creative path. On the podcast, we honor achievements, discuss new projects, and reflect on life lessons and the beginnings of the creative journey.
Episodes
176 episodes
You're A Star - The Hat Ladies
This week I sit down with Lisa and Joanie from The Hat Ladies. We discuss their musical journey and so much more. ****The Hat Ladies consists of Lisa Pimentel and Joanie Pimentel, sisters, and veteran music teachers who also write ...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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1:05:32
Sleeping Worlds Have No Memory - Yaroslav Barsikov
Yarslov discusses his new book, his new book and we leap into the world of the possibility of the Mandella Effect and the Multiverse.****Yaroslav Barsukov is a writer of fantasy, science fiction, and everything in between. ...
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Season 8
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Episode 25
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1:09:15
A World So Kind - Wonderly
This week the Portland-based duo, Wonderly stopped by to discuss their latest album Wolves/ We also talked about the Low Bar Chorale, A new German Opera, and so much more.********Wolves is the culmination of a creative partnership t...
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Season 8
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Episode 26
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1:03:56
Meet Me in Ivy Falls - Amy Trueblood
In this podcast episode, I sit down with author Amy Truebloog to discuss her writing career and more. *******Amy True, also writing as Amy Trueblood is a celebrated and award-winning author.In her latest book, “Meet Me in Iv...
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Season 8
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Episode 24
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1:01:35
Reincarnation, Past Lives, Dreams, and Energy - Wajid Hassan
Wajid sits down to discuss, Reincarnation, Past Lives, Dreams, and more. *****Wajid Hassan was born in Pakistan and moved to England before settling in America. Wajid has lived an interesting and varied life in many field...
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Season 8
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Episode 23
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1:25:20
Haunted Items & Intuitive Readers - Sarah Martucci
Long-time friend of the show, Sarah Martucci is back for our Spooky October Episode. We talk about Being an intuitive reader and medium, of course, Sasquatch, haunted items, and messages from loved ones who have crossed over. ****Sa...
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Season 8
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Episode 22
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1:11:38
Heavy Steady Go - The BellRays
Bob and Lisa the driving force behind The BellRays stop by to talk about their musical journey, touring, and their latest album, Heavy Steady Go.***Bob and Lisa Kekaula made The BellRays happen in 1990 in Riverside, California but t...
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Season 8
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Episode 21
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1:15:48
The Reinvented Detective - Cat Rambo & Jennifer Brozek
Cat, Jennifer, and I discuss writing, dating, our biggest moments as a writer, and more.***Cat Rambo has published over 250 fiction pieces, including the Nebula Award-winning novelette, Carpe Glitter, as well as nonfiction works....
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Season 8
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Episode 20
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1:07:30
More Than Mother Mother - Tracy Bonham
Tracy Bonham sits down to discuss the highs and lows of her music career as well as the challenges in love, parenting, and her breast cancer diagnosis. Tracy Bonham is a classically trained violinist and pianist turned alternative...
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Season 8
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Episode 19
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1:11:07
Life of a "Long Player" - Dave Lebental
Dave and I discuss the music business, how sometimes giving up on a dream for a bit can be the best, and more.******LIFE OF A "LONG PLAYER"After a 25-year hiatus, long-time rocker Dave Lebental returned to his musical roots and s...
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Season 8
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Episode 19
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1:18:17
Read a Room - Chloe Styler
Chloe and I talk about Music, Dating, and more."Yeehaw Pop" artist Chloe Styler brings a Gold Coast glam to the Music City scene. From Australia to Nashville, Chloe now finds herself gently pushing the barriers of country music with her...
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Season 8
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Episode 17
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1:01:47
One Way - Danny Saber
Danny Saber stops by the podcast to discuss his latest release with the late Micheal Hutchence as well as his relationship with Michael. We discuss how he chose his musical path, other artists he worked with, and more. **** ...
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Season 8
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Episode 16
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1:46:06
Preacher Stalls The Second Coming - Gerald Everett Jones
Gearld and I discuss writing and his latest release Preacher Stalls the Second Coming, cults, and so much more. ***Gerald Everett Jones lives in Santa Monica. He is a member of the Dramatists Guild and Women’s National Book ...
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Season 8
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Episode 15
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1:39:17
The Legend of El Chupacabra - Rob Mabry
Rob Marby and I discuss filmmaking and his bucket list project, The Legend of El Chupacabra.*****Rob Mabry was born on November 22, 1966, in San Antonio, Texas. He spent the better part of his youth in Bavaria (Germany), where...
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Season 8
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Episode 14
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1:04:59
Think About Me - Malachi Gagnon
Had a fun conversation with up-and-coming singer Malachi Gagnon talking about his blossoming career and his new music.***Emerging pop-country singer-songwriter Malachi Gagnon is a small-town all-American 16-year-old who found his lo...
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Season 8
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Episode 13
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48:38
The Trillias Gambit - J.V. Hillard
JV and I sit down to discuss his Warminster Series and the art and craft of writing. ***Born of steel, fire, and black wind, J.V. Hilliard was raised as a highlander in the foothills of a once-great mountain chain on the confluence...
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Season 8
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Episode 12
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1:08:40
Blame It On Me - Dariann Leigh
Singer Dariann Leigh stops by the show to talk about leaving her small town and moving to Nashville to follow her musical dream and more. ******Dariann Leigh is infatuating; all things to all people.She is effervescent y...
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Season 8
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Episode 11
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1:02:13
That Guy Who Photographed... - Chris Cuffaro, Iconic Photographer
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris to discuss some of his iconic photos and the stories behind them. ******Over the past 50 years, Chris’ signature work with a galaxy of A-List actors, models, athletes and musicians ...
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Season 8
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Episode 10
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1:31:39
Ian Hunter on Track - Mick, The Doctor of Digital™ Smith
Mick sits down to discuss his latest release Ian Hunter on Track as well as his fiction book, Burning America: In The Best Interest of the Children? We also discuss the music business as well as radio. ******Dive into the musical ...
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Season 8
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Episode 9
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1:09:41
Whatever - J. D. Reynolds
JD and I sit down and talk about music, dance, modeling, and even acting. **** JD Reynolds is an artist in the truest sense of the word.The world of country music is paying attention to Australian country music arti...
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Season 8
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Episode 8
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1:22:55
Dark Secret - Edward M. Lerner
Edward joins the show to discuss his novel, his experience in the Space Shuttle Simulator, and what would really happen if some of our fears came to light. ****Before taking the plunge in 2004 into full-time writing, technologist tu...
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Season 8
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Episode 7
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1:04:54
Ebony Hustle 2: Ballistic Protection - John Wayne S III
John stops by the podcast to discuss his latest release to talk about his new movie, Ebony Hustle 2: Ballistic Protection, but we discuss so much more. *****John Wayne S. III (JW) is a consummate storyteller, producer, and director...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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1:25:14
Break My Heart - Presley Tennant
Presley discusses her musical journey, the importance of loyalty in her relationships, and so much more.****Radiant and fearless, Presley Tennant is the result of unequivocal talent and California ease. Dubbed a “vocal powerhouse” by Ta...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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1:02:02
