Tag: Power of music
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Ep. 239: The Story Behind the Podcast – An Interview with Mindy Peterson
What inspired the Enhance Life with Music podcast? What have I learned after hundreds of conversations with researchers, musicians, physicians, educators, and authors? In this special episode, the tables are turned as I’m interviewed by Ben Klinger of the Piano Whisperer podcast about my musical journey, the mission behind the show, and why I believe…
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Micro 54: 5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Music Lessons
The holiday sparkle has faded, motivation is dipping, and music practice might be starting to feel like a chore. But what if this is actually the most important growth season of the year? In this Microhance episode, I’m sharing five simple, powerful ways to reset mid-year and help your child get the most out of…
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Micro 53: The Power of Music in Political Discourse
What happens when a song becomes political? From Minneapolis to Northern Ireland to South Africa, music has long been a powerful political force. In this episode, we talk about protest songs, cultural influence, and why music continues to shape political discourse across borders.
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Ep. 227: Turning the Tables – My Role as Guest and Building Brain Capital with Music
What if music isn’t just entertainment, but a pathway to health, resilience, creativity, and human flourishing? In this conversation, the tables were turned on me and I was the one being asked the questions! We discussed my parents’ brilliant rule that introduced me to music; how music has played a role in various facets of…
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Micro 52: The Music We Remember – John Williams and the Stories That Stay With Us
Why does movie music stay with us long after the credits roll? Inspired by the documentary on John Williams, this episode looks at how film music doesn’t just enhance stories – it moves us, honors memory, and deepens the human experience.
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Ep. 226: Music, the Brain, and Epilepsy – A New Frontier in Treatment; with Phillip Pearl, MD
Epilepsy affects millions, but few people know about the fascinating relationship between music and epilepsy, and that research is looking at how music may help reduce seizure activity in some individuals. Dr. Phillip Pearl, Harvard neurologist and professional jazz musician, shares how sound is being studied as a tool in epilepsy care (and many other…