Episode Nineteen- Music, Nature, and Human Connection with Joe Mailander of The Okee Dokee Brothers
06/30/23 • 80 min
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Music has always been an essential aspect of the human experience. Throughout our development as a species, music has had the power to influence society and culture in countless ways.
Music has been shown to impact our health and well-being by positively influencing mood, reducing anxiety, lowering blood pressure, as well as improving sleep quality, mental alertness, focus, and memory.
Music Therapy has been shown to improve physical rehabilitation, increase motivation, and provide an outlet for expressing and processing difficult emotions.
Like nature, music makes us better.
Welcome to Episode Nineteen of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.
https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com
On this episode, we sat down with Joe Mainlander, one-half of the Grammy-winning Okee Dokee Brothers. Along with his musical partner Justin Lansing, the five-time Parents’ Choice Award winners have created a special blend of Americana and Folk music full of life lessons and a love for the natural world.
Join us as we talk to Joe about their unique journey into the genre, how music transcends many of the labels we place upon ourselves and others, and how a lifelong love of nature has influenced much of their professional work. We cover a range of topics such as interconnection, intergenerational interaction, social wellness, and the importance of “Play” in our lives.
Joe shares the deep meanings behind some of the songs on their latest album BRAMBLETOWN, how nature can positively impact human development, and the process behind their incredible songwriting and “mini-documentaries.” He even performs one of our favorite Okee Dokee Brothers songs.
This conversation made our souls sing (pun absolutely intended).
Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. It will help us extend the reach of these powerful messages.
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We appreciate you all.
Be Well
-NOW
Okee Dokee Brothers Website: https://www.okeedokee.org
Okee Dokee Brothers Instagram: @okeedokeebros
Okee Dokee Brothers Twitter: @okeedokeebros
Brambletown Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2YfPpfdgvU
The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.
** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produced, and graciously provided by the incredibly talented Phil and Niall Monahan.
For Health & Happiness with IFBB Pro Hafid JamesLet's demystify gym dogma and food myths while providing helpful health and fitness tips!
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We'd love to hear from you about this episode.
Music has always been an essential aspect of the human experience. Throughout our development as a species, music has had the power to influence society and culture in countless ways.
Music has been shown to impact our health and well-being by positively influencing mood, reducing anxiety, lowering blood pressure, as well as improving sleep quality, mental alertness, focus, and memory.
Music Therapy has been shown to improve physical rehabilitation, increase motivation, and provide an outlet for expressing and processing difficult emotions.
Like nature, music makes us better.
Welcome to Episode Nineteen of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.
https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com
On this episode, we sat down with Joe Mainlander, one-half of the Grammy-winning Okee Dokee Brothers. Along with his musical partner Justin Lansing, the five-time Parents’ Choice Award winners have created a special blend of Americana and Folk music full of life lessons and a love for the natural world.
Join us as we talk to Joe about their unique journey into the genre, how music transcends many of the labels we place upon ourselves and others, and how a lifelong love of nature has influenced much of their professional work. We cover a range of topics such as interconnection, intergenerational interaction, social wellness, and the importance of “Play” in our lives.
Joe shares the deep meanings behind some of the songs on their latest album BRAMBLETOWN, how nature can positively impact human development, and the process behind their incredible songwriting and “mini-documentaries.” He even performs one of our favorite Okee Dokee Brothers songs.
This conversation made our souls sing (pun absolutely intended).
Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. It will help us extend the reach of these powerful messages.
https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com
We appreciate you all.
Be Well
-NOW
Okee Dokee Brothers Website: https://www.okeedokee.org
Okee Dokee Brothers Instagram: @okeedokeebros
Okee Dokee Brothers Twitter: @okeedokeebros
Brambletown Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2YfPpfdgvU
The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.
** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produced, and graciously provided by the incredibly talented Phil and Niall Monahan.
For Health & Happiness with IFBB Pro Hafid JamesLet's demystify gym dogma and food myths while providing helpful health and fitness tips!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
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Episode Eighteen-Veteran Healing and Mending the Line with Director Joshua Caldwell
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One of our favorite topics to talk about is transition.
The dictionary defines transition as “a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc., to another” (Webster’s Dictionary, 2023). This is a bare-bones, foundational understanding of the concept.
Transition is one of the universal truths of the human experience. Just for a moment, think about how many transitions you have already faced in your lifetime based on this definition. It is a bit mind-boggling.
Whether it was living the experience or designing programs to assist, we both have tremendous experience with the transitions that wounded, ill, and injured Active Duty military members and Veterans face.
Welcome to Episode Eighteen of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.
On this episode, we sat down with the accomplished director, writer, producer, and MTV Movie Award Winner Joshua Caldwell.
Josh took time to discuss his incredible new film, MENDING THE LINE, which stars Golden Globe Winner® Brian Cox (HBO’s “Succession”), Sinqua Walls (The Blackening, White Men Can’t Jump), Perry Mattfeld (“In The Dark,” “Shameless”), Patricia Heaton (“The Middle,” “Everybody Loves Raymond”), and Academy Award Winner® Wes Studi (The Last of the Mohicans, Dances With Wolves).
This film captures the story of a US Marine who is wounded in Afghanistan. During his healing and transition process, he discovers the healing power of nature. After befriending a Vietnam Veteran who teaches him the art of fly fishing, he begins a journey of healing and trauma management. The film was released in theaters one week ago (June 9).
Join us as we talk about the ins and outs of the movie-making process, how the movie was able to accurately portray the trauma and healing process, how time in nature has impacted him personally and professionally, and the power of human connection.
We definitely got waist-deep in this conversation (that's a fly-fishing joke).
Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. It will help us extend the reach of these powerful messages.
https://natureofwellness.buzzsprout.com
We appreciate you all.
Be Well
-NOW
Joshua Caldwell Website: https://www.meyd-ent.com
About Mending the Line:
https://www.bluefoxentertainment.com/films/mending-the-line
Warriors and Quiet Waters: https://warriorsandquietwaters.org
The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.
** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produced, and graciously provided by the incredibly talented Phil and Niall Monahan.
For Health & Happiness with IFBB Pro Hafid JamesLet's demystify gym dogma and food myths while providing helpful health and fitness tips!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
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Episode Twenty- Stress Management and Naturescapes with Dr. Brian Luke Seaward
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When we think of stress, we often focus on only the negative aspects.
We have all undoubtedly seen reports that show 75%-90% of all medical visits can be linked to stress-related conditions, ailments, and/or concerns. Thousands of books, programs, workshops, and videos focus on helping us deal with the scary parts of stress.
But...stress also helps us to become more resilient, be more creative in problem-solving, and learn adaptability.
Stress is simply a biological response to any life demand. It is something that we ALL know extremely well. Learning to manage stress effectively is where we tend to struggle.
We often say that “nature is the greatest teacher.” The natural world shares many examples of how stress is needed in growth and development. Trees grow bigger, wider, and stronger root systems to manage environmental stressors. Those root systems seek and secure water and nutrients while harboring the tree to the ground, acting as an anchor against stormy weather.
Welcome to Episode Nineteen of The Nature of Wellness Podcast.
In this episode, we sat down with author, teacher, and stress management pioneer Dr. Brian Luke Seaward. Luke has shared his insights with thousands of university students, workshop participants, senior government officials, the US military, and countless multinational corporations.
Luke has authored 16 books, including the popular best sellers Managing Stress, Stressed is Desserts Spelled Backward, Quiet Mind, Fearless Heart. And Stand Like Mountain, Flow Like Water: Reflections on Stress and Human Spirituality (now released as a 10th-anniversary edition). He has also combined his love for nature, travel, photography, and videography to produce multiple projects, including Earth Songs (which appeared on PBS) and his latest release, Naturescapes.
Join us as we talk to Dr. Seaward about his unique journey into stress management, mind-body-spirit healing, and corporate stress management. We take a deeper dive into the increasing challenges humans face, along with practical tips for effectively managing some of the overwhelming negative effects of our current situation.
Luke shares his personal healing path with the natural world and discusses how we can find solace by just stepping outside. He also walks us through his passion for capturing stunning photos, videos and soundscapes from around the world.
This conversation left us enlightened and entertained.
Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review anywhere you listen to this podcast. It will help us extend the reach of these powerful messages.
We appreciate you all.
Be Well
-NOW
Dr. Seaward's Website: www.brianlukeseaward.com
Dr. Seaward's Instagram: @brianlukeseaward
Naturescapes: https://www.brianlukeseaward.com/store/naturescapes/
A Gift from Dr. Seaward- RELAXATION- Earth Songs II-A Summer Day in Juneau, Alaska: https://vimeo.com/601243686
The Nature of Wellness Podcast is produced by the remarkable Shawn Bell.
** The NOW theme song was written, performed, produc
For Health & Happiness with IFBB Pro Hafid JamesLet's demystify gym dogma and food myths while providing helpful health and fitness tips!
Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify
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