Wild Willie kicks off the episode with an introduction to Soul Impact and welcomes Dmidd, who shares his musical background, the influences that shaped his stage name, and how certain songs have profoundly impacted his life. They discuss Dmidd's perspective on the current state of music and his dream collaborations. Dmidd delves into his songwriting and recording process, along with his advocacy for mental health. He reveals details about his future plans and upcoming album. The conversation touches on areas Dmidd aims to improve, particularly in music and online presence. The episode wraps up with Dmidd's closing remarks and advice.

(0:00) Opening music and introduction to Soul Impact and guest Damon

(2:19) Damon's musical background, influences, and stage name

(5:16) How specific songs have impacted Damon's life

(7:28) Damon's views on the current state of music and dream collaborations

(10:36) Insights into Damon's songwriting, recording process, and mental health advocacy

(16:10) Damon's future plans and upcoming album details

(20:16) Reflecting on areas for improvement in music and online presence

(24:04) Closing remarks and final advice from Damon

In this episode, Wild Willie introduces Soul Impact and shares his music journey with guest Casey Rupp. Casey discusses his challenging upbringing, military service, and how music was his lifeline during tough times. They explore Casey's transition to military life, his motivations, and experiences, including self-defense and returning home. Casey opens up about post-deployment loneliness and co-founding Operation Combating Veteran Suicide with Shar to bridge veteran resource gaps. They discuss music's role in reintegration, PTSD struggles, and its power as a universal language, while addressing misconceptions and emphasizing veteran support. The episode concludes with a call to action to support veterans.

(0:10) Introduction to Soul Impact and Wild Willie

(1:28) Casey Rupp's background and Wild Willie's personal music story

(2:33) Casey's abusive childhood and military journey

(3:30) Coping with loss and music as a lifeline

(5:26) Transition to military life and gratitude for service

(7:19) Overcoming a tough upbringing and learning to fight back

(10:06) Joining the military to protect others

(12:38) Perspectives on fighting, self-defense, and returning home

(14:18) Loneliness after deployment

(16:21) Operation Combating Veteran Suicide: Casey and Shar's mission

(19:55) Bridging the gap for veterans' resources and nonprofit work

(22:09) Music's role in Casey's reintegration

(25:17) Struggles with suicidal thoughts and understanding PTSD

(27:17) Encouragement for those struggling

(28:19) The universal language of music

(29:57) Upcoming nonprofit events and supporting veterans

(35:05) The reality of PTSD and addressing misconceptions

(38:01) Nonprofit involvement and event participation

(40:15) Importance of supporting veterans and providing resources

(47:57) Closing remarks and call to action

Wild Willie kicks off the episode with CrazyKidd, diving into their shared passion for music and personal struggles. They discuss societal expectations, mental health, and family influences in their musical journeys. Mentorship and sound engineering take center stage as CrazyKidd reflects on his upbringing and the importance of authenticity in music. The conversation turns to the humor found in lifted trucks and the genuine passion that fuels music. Overcoming challenges and potential collaborations are explored, along with CrazyKidd's tour plans. They touch on sound engineering preferences and recount CrazyKidd's first live performance. The episode wraps up with advice for aspiring performers, CrazyKidd's online presence, and tour details.

(0:25) Introduction with Wild Willie and Crazy Kid

(1:31) Wild Willie and Crazy Kid on personal struggles and music passion

(3:09) Societal expectations, mental health, and family in music

(8:23) The role of mentorship in music and sound engineering

(15:39) Crazy Kid's upbringing and the essence of authenticity in music

(22:33) The significance of genuine performance in artistry

(28:47) Passion in music and the humor of lifted trucks

(30:24) Overcoming challenges and discussing collaborations

(33:08) CrazyKidd's tour plans and unique performance events

(35:17) Preferences in sound engineering and equipment

(37:21) Recounting CrazyKidd's first live performance

(42:19) The realities of live performance and lip syncing

(52:57) Advice for aspiring live performers

(53:34) CrazyKidd's online presence and tour information

(54:39) Concluding the interview with Crazy Kid

(55:10) Episode closing with Wild Willie

In this episode, Wild Willie kicks off with a nod to Scene Projects podcast network and introduces guest Greg Lind. Greg shares his musical journey and how software became integral to his creative process. They explore music's therapeutic role in travel and cultural influences on Greg's sound. The discussion covers collaboration, mentorship, and networking in music and software, with insights from Willie on podcasting. They address challenges for musicians, technology's impact, and AI ethics in music. Greg reflects on "How Music Saved Us" and music's deep communication with listeners. The episode wraps up with thoughts on AI's future and where to find Greg's work.

(0:00) Introduction by Wild Willie

(0:25) Sponsor: Scene Projects podcast network

(0:51) Guest introduction: Greg Lind

(1:38) Willie shares personal connection to music

(2:14) Greg's early musical journey and software integration

(5:16) The therapeutic role of music in Greg's life and travels

(7:28) Cultural influences and influential artists in Greg's music

(12:26) Collaboration, mentorship, and networking in music and software

(19:31) Wild Willie on mentorship in podcasting

(23:27) Camaraderie and challenges in the music industry

(29:00) The decline of working musicians and technology's impact

(32:19) Live performance acoustics and the rise of AI in music creation

(37:33) The ethics of using AI in music and podcasting

(46:23) The importance of heart in music and AI's unpredictable future

(52:17) What "How Music Saved Us" means to Greg Lind

(53:20) How music speaks to us and where to find Greg Lind's work

(54:06) Discussions on ethical AI

(54:39) Wild Willie on iRobot and AI takeover

(55:08) Closing remarks by Wild Willie

Wild Willie introduces Kevin Presbrey, who shares his personal background and the origin of the Soul Impact Podcast. Kevin delves into his music career and the emotional connection he has with music, particularly how personal loss has influenced his songwriting. They discuss the creative processes and challenges artists face, including overcoming writer's block. Willie reflects on Kevin's song "Afterglow," and Kevin offers insights into its recording. The transition from sports to music highlights the role of discipline in Kevin's journey. The episode wraps up with Kevin's future plans and closing remarks by Willie.

(0:23) Introduction and Guest Introduction: Kevin Presbrey

(1:26) Origin of Soul Impact Podcast & Kevin Presbrey's Personal Background

(3:04) Kevin’s Music Career Journey and Emotional Connection to Music

(6:55) The Impact of Loss on Kevin’s Music and Songwriting Process

(10:30) Creative Processes and Struggles of Artists

(20:01) Wild Willie's Reaction to "Afterglow" & Kevin's Recording Insights

(27:06) Scene Project Radio Feature and Overcoming Writer's Block

(33:29) Transition from Sports to Music and Discipline's Role

(35:46) Kevin Presbrey’s Music and Future Endeavors

(37:12) Closing Remarks by Wild Willie

Wild Willie introduces the Scene Projects network and chats with Steve Morgan about his journey into improv. They discuss various improv styles and how its philosophy applies to life. Willie shares insights on personal growth and the podcast's inspiration. They delve into cultural influences, the emotional impact of songs, and music's role in personal and generational growth. The conversation highlights music and storytelling's community-building power and Wild Willie's DJ journey. Steve discusses his music projects, collaboration challenges, and a positive industry attitude. They cover posthumous collaborations and music's influence on Steve's improv. The episode wraps up with where to find Steve's work.

(0:00) Introduction by Wild Willie and mention of Scene Projects network

(0:46) Wild Willie introduces Steve Morgan and explains show purpose

(2:15) Steve Morgan's background and journey into improv

(5:36) Improv types and applying improv philosophy to life

(9:23) Wild Willie on personal growth and podcast inspiration

(14:41) Cultural influences and the power of music in Steve Morgan's life

(22:22) Emotional impact of specific songs discussion

(29:00) Music's influence on personal and generational growth

(33:14) The community-building power of music and storytelling

(36:33) Wild Willie's musical journey as a DJ

(37:59) Steve Morgan's current music projects and collaboration challenges

(47:13) Positive attitude and collaboration in the music industry

(49:31) Posthumous musical collaborations

(51:35) Music's impact on Steve Morgan's improv work

(54:26) Where to find Steve Morgan's work and closing remarks

Wild Willie welcomes Len May to discuss their shared passion for music and its profound impact on their lives. Len shares his early connection to music and how it helped him manage ADD, particularly during his time at Tower Records. The conversation explores music as a form of meditation and inspiration, and the influence of cannabis on creativity. They delve into Len's work with EndoDNA, focusing on genetic predispositions to cannabis and individual differences in response. The episode highlights music's role in wellness, emotional processing, and collective experiences, while also addressing myths about cannabis. The discussion wraps up with where to find Len May online and Wild Willie's reflections on the podcast's purpose.

(0:00) Introduction to Lynn May and EndoDNA

(1:01) Sponsor: Scene Projects podcast network

(1:29) Wild Willie's personal story with music and welcoming Lynn May

(2:49) Lynn May's early connection to music and experience with ADD

(7:09) The role of music in Lynn May's life at Tower Records

(9:56) Music as meditation, inspiration, and cannabis influence

(14:27) EndoDNA and genetic predispositions to cannabis

(18:53) Genetic differences in cannabis response

(22:48) Music's impact on wellness and emotional power

(26:44) Processing emotions and healing through music

(29:12) Discussing emotional expression and mental health

(33:21) Music's collective experience and myths about cannabis

(38:31) Where to find Len May online

(39:23) Wild Willie's experience with cannabis and podcast's meaning

(42:00) Final thoughts and support for listeners

Join Wild Willie as he welcomes Cameron McKay, who shares his remarkable recovery journey after a shooting incident that led to PTSD and a coma. Cameron discusses the challenges he faced, a spiritual encounter during his coma, and how it changed his outlook on life. He opens up about his struggles with alcohol, achieving sobriety, and the vital role music played in his recovery. They explore the impact of specific songs, overcoming a victim mentality, and social media's influence. Cameron also discusses music's role in parenting and personal growth. The episode wraps up with stress management tips, future plans, and a motivational message.

(0:00) Introduction of Cameron McKay

(1:20) Wild Willie welcomes listeners and Cameron McKay

(2:03) Cameron McKay's background, shooting incident, and PTSD

(5:43) Physical and mental recovery challenges, including coma

(8:22) Spiritual encounter during coma and subsequent realization

(13:14) Cameron's struggles with alcohol and journey to sobriety

(18:27) Role of music in Cameron's recovery and self-focus

(24:40) Impact of specific songs and overcoming victim mentality

(31:00) Cameron's recovery journey, PTSD support, and living in the present

(36:35) Overcoming victim mentality and social media's influence

(42:21) Music's role in parenting, personal growth, and resilience

(48:32) Motivational power of 80s soundtracks and changing mindset with music

(54:42) Guest thanking, contact information, and future plans

(56:37) Stress management through golf and comparisons of stress-relief activities

(58:01) Closing remarks and motivational message

Wild Willie introduces the episode with guest Cristina Santiago, sharing his personal music journey before diving into Cristina's background and the profound impact music has had on her life. They discuss music as a healing force, exploring Cristina's musical influences and insights into hip hop. Both share experiences in podcasting, while Cristina expresses her admiration for Taylor Swift and how music has shaped her life. They emphasize the importance of support systems in fostering musical growth. The episode concludes with details on Cristina's online presence and closing remarks from Willie.

(0:00) Introduction of the episode with Christina Santiago

(1:32) Wild Willie's personal music story

(2:40) Cristina Santiago's background and music's influence

(7:01) Music as a healing force

(9:10) Musical influences and hip hop insights

(11:14) Wild Willie and Cristina's podcasting experiences

(17:00) Cristina's love for Taylor Swift and music's role in her life

(19:32) The importance of support systems

(20:22) Episode wrap-up and guest's online presence

(21:34) Closing remarks

Join Wild Willie as he welcomes mindset coach David McKee for an insightful discussion on music's influence on personal growth. David shares his journey with music as a creative and emotional outlet, while Willie reflects on his own musical aspirations. They explore overcoming the victim mindset, managing emotions, and Another Angle Consulting's philosophy. Topics include music therapy, community healing, and the resurgence of authentic music. They emphasize balancing dreams with mental health, neuroscience hacks, and celebrating small wins. The episode wraps up with gratitude, contact info, and holiday wishes.

(0:00) Introduction and Welcome with Wild Willie

(1:27) David McKee's background and mindset coaching

(3:01) David McKee's personal journey with music

(5:18) Wild Willie's musical aspirations and the impact on well-being

(7:09) Music as a creative and emotional outlet

(9:23) Overcoming the victim mindset with David McKee

(11:33) Another Angle Consulting's philosophy

(13:08) Handling anger and emotional triggers

(15:11) Wild Willie's reflections on growth post-divorce

(17:01) Life stages, self-improvement, and football talk

(21:09) Music's role in processing emotions

(23:00) Starting a podcast and music's life lessons

(24:04) Emotional connections to EDM and nostalgia in music

(27:28) Improvisation in live music and Dave Matthews Band uniqueness

(30:17) Emotional power of lyrics and rhythms

(32:28) Music's emotional reactions and rap's controversial lyrics

(35:13) Music therapy, flow states, and mental health studies

(40:02) Music in community, collaboration, and healing frequencies

(43:19) Morning music routines and mood effects

(44:35) Authentic music's resurgence and independent artist support

(47:05) Podcast impacts and the value of reaching individuals

(48:03) Money vs. happiness and authenticity in music

(51:11) Pursuing dreams, balancing life, and mental health

(53:20) Neuroscience hacks for daily improvement

(55:02) Celebrating small wins and fostering resilience

(1:04:10) Gratitude and appreciating life's little things

(1:09:51) Conclusion, guest contact info, and social media engagement

(1:10:31) Final thoughts and holiday wishes

(1:10:36) Host's closing message