
Ep 28: A Candid Conversation With Emerald Gearing
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05/02/25 • 57 min
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with indie artist, songwriter, and lawyer Emerald Gearing for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation. Together, we explore topics like healing and evolving through music, learning how to sing, embracing imperfection, changing friendships, and the power of showing up even if it feels scary.
We also discuss Emerald’s debut album The Lonely Hour, where she reflects on her 20's with clarity and grace.
Specific songs referenced:
"Three" ... coming soon!
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with indie artist, songwriter, and lawyer Emerald Gearing for a raw, funny, and deeply honest conversation. Together, we explore topics like healing and evolving through music, learning how to sing, embracing imperfection, changing friendships, and the power of showing up even if it feels scary.
We also discuss Emerald’s debut album The Lonely Hour, where she reflects on her 20's with clarity and grace.
Specific songs referenced:
"Three" ... coming soon!
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Ep 27: A Candid Conversation With Lina Cooper
In this heartfelt and unfiltered conversation, I sit down with rising pop artist Lina Cooper to talk all things music, lyrics, mental health, creativity, performing and more. We dive into her artist's journey that has led her from Ukraine to Berklee to LA, the emotions behind her powerful lyrics, and what it really takes to put yourself out there - from awkward first gigs to owning the stage. Lina opens up about her influences, her experiences with the industry, and the delicate balance of being vulnerable, bold, and authentic in today’s music industry. Whether you’re a fan, an artist or someone chasing your passion, this episode is packed with inspiration.
Check out Lina's music:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4zDizjeU4bITfOhI6hZ94u?si=ml06wqGVS0qY9MSp9X7mVA
Her newest song is sooo good: DADDY ISSUES: https://open.spotify.com/track/5xT7MteIgCTp3sV90i0xRO?si=5f8a66985718444f
My fave Lina Cooper tracks:
https://open.spotify.com/track/12djztp31AsieRFnebqMdH?si=71e499cc78b64bc4
All I've Ever Known https://open.spotify.com/track/7KkOGSSKiWio5HaF1zPbpu?si=5debef8de9014d93
Something to Lose https://open.spotify.com/track/5dDIS0Z0WNYITNwbYwHGxF?si=b6fb40dab6104119
Reason Not To Jump https://open.spotify.com/track/63gHR9fEqNtZDoZt7Dqkkw?si=79294d21416e4d45
100 MILLION BITCHES https://open.spotify.com/track/0xC9BMROM0AYYeni8iEEQq?si=49e7e2b0b6cd438a
YOUR GIRLFRIEND https://open.spotify.com/track/2nbAXM7WTOk7r4aqTZNMyd?si=c795971ceeff4541
Too Much To Ask https://open.spotify.com/track/1egMfw3gmcdUscngyDtSwU?si=0586d5e190254c58
Good Guy https://open.spotify.com/track/1QyMqpdwBZuLxYQjeqidUI?si=dd74298908854689
🎶 Other Artists Mentioned in This Episode
Taylor Swift, Lorde, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry, Shania Twain, Queen, ABBA, Louis Armstrong, Halsey, Alanis Morissette, Cat Stevens, Carole King, Carol Ades, Chappell Roan, Maggie Rogers, Phoebe Bridgers, Lizzo, Julia Michaels, Amy Allen
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