Doctor turned musician, MAGPIE is an alt/pop artist who believes music is medicine. She writes music with the purpose of healing herself and healing others. Her first EP “Mischief” brings empowerment through heartbreak, while her new EP “Memoir” focuses on recovering from your past.

In this inspiring interview, the artist MAGPIE shares her journey from medical doctor to musician and author, overcoming lupus and societal expectations to pursue her passions.  Discover how creativity, resilience, and community support can transform lives and unlock hidden potential.

Connect with MAGPIE here:

https://www.instagram.com/magpie_melodies/

Or here:

https://www.tiktok.com/@magpie_musings

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Welcome to the #liveandcreate podcast, hosted by Miguel Antonio, singer-songwriter, speaker and Lead Vocalist of the band Run With It . In this podcast, Miguel engages in meaningful conversations with artists and entrepreneurs, delving into the essence of living a great life and creating great things.

Our discussions revolve around the personal stories and inspirations of our guests, touching on practical aspects of both business and artistic creation. These conversations evolve into philosophical explorations, encompassing the art of life, music, and the pursuit of a better world.

To be a guest on the show email ⁠⁠[email protected]

To check out Miguel's band Run With It as they release one new song every month

⁠https://runwithitband.net⁠

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Chapters

00:00 Family Dynamics and Parenting Challenges

02:31 Transitioning from Medicine to Music

05:12 The Decision to Leave Medicine Behind

08:02 Writing a Memoir: Sharing Personal Struggles

10:53 The Impact of Lupus on Life and Creativity

13:21 Community and Support Through Writing

16:11 Reconnecting with Music and Songwriting

19:06 The Journey of Releasing Music

22:12 Introduction to Sync Licensing Journey

23:53 Discovering the Sync Alliance Community

25:46 Collaborative Growth and Songwriting Skills

27:23 Overcoming Personal Challenges and Building Confidence

30:22 Focus on Songwriting and Vocal Development

32:19 The Pressure of Speed in Music Creation

35:05 Finding Balance Between Perfection and Progress

38:57 Motivation and Purpose in Pursuing Dreams

40:50 Defining a Great Life and Creating Impactful Art

51:09 Closing Bumper .mp4

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