In this episode of the Talking Sound podcast host Christopher Jordan sits down with Sarah Todd and David Franz, the amazing duo behind the songs and sound of Ojai, California band Iggy T and the Crazy Makers. Influenced by the likes of Alabama Shakes, Amy Winehouse, and Al Green, they are a tight 5-piece ensemble with a big sound that reaches into your hindbrain and purrs hello.

How did two people at opposite end of an industry come to meet each other and begin a musical journey to create a truly original sound? How has the band developed from its infancy into the musical powerhouse that it is today? What was the process behind the creation of their new album Just Can’t Get Enough?

Join the Talking Sound podcast as we welcome Sarah Todd and David Franz to discuss the music, history and future of Iggy T and the Crazy Makers.
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In this episode of the Talking Sound podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes to the program Michael Babcock, touring monitor engineer and author of the book Surviving the Hotseat: The Guide to Mixing Monitors for Touring Bands to discuss a career spent on the road working with some of the best musicians and what it takes to be a world class live monitor engineer, because it’s much more than just ears and gear folks!
Starting from the bottom, helping friends move gear to get a discount…that’s how Michael Babcock began a lifelong journey that would end with him mixing monitors on some of the biggest acts, largest stages and tours around. What was it that propelled him forward? How did Michael go from a simple modest guy helping move some gear to one of the most sought-after engineers in the industry today? Was it all just a vast knowledge of equipment and how it works, was it a good pair of ears or was there something else that was his secret weapon?

Join the Talking Sound as we discuss the world of monitor engineering with Michael Babcock and delve into the importance of understanding how to communicate with artists and understanding of the subtleties of the psychology and body language it takes to be truly successful in this highly specialized field.
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In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan is in the field at CES 2020 with the Tech Podcast Network walking the booths and checking out some of the latest and greatest technology just released and to be hitting shelves to be hitting shelves and distributors soon!
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Our first stop takes us to the OUI Smart booth to talk with Co-Founder Bruno Lin about the amazing product for travelling Mac designers from ultra-light portables projectors to mega-thin portable USB screens
OUI Smart is a company dedicated to delivering sustainable, high-quality tech solutions that improve everyday life. They love creating innovative products that improve people’s lives and are constantly looking for new technologies that will facilitate the use of our modern devices.
At Oui Smart, we don’t re-invent the wheel. Oui are the wheel. We create products to make our customers’ lives simpler, while providing the superior quality and functionality that of a Swiss Army Knife. We are committed to designing products which identify problem that current nomad devices in the consumer electronics space are just not cutting it.
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Our final stop on the CES 2020 tour for the day bring us to the Alpha-Stim booth to talk with Josh Briley, PhD, FAIS about the theory of operation behind this incredible medical device for treatment of PTSD, Depression and more.
The Alpha-Stim electrotherapy device is proven effective and safe for pain management and treatment of anxiety, insomnia, and depression. It has no lasting side effects, no risk of addiction, and no danger of interaction with medications. Alpha-Stim helps you fight both the sleepless nights and the overwhelming sadness that can make it hard to get out of bed in the morning. It relieves both your nagging lower back pain and the constant burden of stress. Results are long lasting and often immediate.
Treatments take only 20 minutes and you can use Alpha-Stim in the privacy of your own home or take it to work with you. The device is portable and the earclips are unobtrusive; you’ll look like you’re just listening to music.
The Alpha-Stim electrotherapy device relieves post-traumatic, acute and chronic pain through painless electrical stimulation delivered via two handheld Smart Probes. It can be used on its own or in conjunction with physical therapy, medication and other forms of pain management.
Alpha-Stim may seem too good to be true, but volumes of research over multiple decades prove it is a safe and effective therapy.
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In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan is in the field at CES 2020 with the Tech Podcast Network walking the booths and checking out some of the latest and greatest technology just released and to be hitting shelves to be hitting shelves and distributors soon!
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Our first stop is the Aeronext booth to chat with Natsuko Ito, Global CMO of Aeronext Inc. Aeronext’s “Flying Gondola” concept aims to accelerate the acceptance by society of air mobility by accelerating the economicization of new airspace through providing an unprecedented comfortable flight experience that combines both safety and comfort. The Flying Gondola represents a completely new concept in air mobility and is different from the conventional concept of air mobility that mainly focused on the convenience of movement only. The Flying Gondola concept is automatic navigation without the need for pilots, minimizing swaying all the times, making it easy to get on and off. It is like a futuristic ferris wheel gondola that flies in the sky freely.
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Chris takes some time to stop by the Nexoptic booth to talk with Kevin Gordon, VP of AI Technologies about their exciting win at CES 2019 and the exciting technology behind the all new DoubleTake digital binoculars. NexOptic is an innovative optical development company, which aims to enhance the way we view the world around us. DoubleTake is NexOptic’s multi-award winning, reimagined binoculars designed to disrupt the growing outdoor recreation market. DoubleTake utilizes NexOptic’s high magnification lenses for a state-of-the-art digital experience. NexOptic is also working to commercialize its ground-breaking artificial intelligence (“AI”) for imaging as well as exploring opportunities for its innovative mobile lens designs.
The Company’s developing suite of optical technologies now includes AI. NexOptic can increase aperture sizes within given depth constraints of various imaging applications to improve diffraction-limits and resolution. Besides enhancing image quality, NexOptic’s AI drastically reduces image noise and motion blur common in poor lighting environments. More information is available at www.nexoptic.com.
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Our next stop is the ORBI Prime booth where we talk with Adil Suranchin, COO for ORBI Prime, an amazing new technology for recording and rendering 360 degree footage in various environments in real time! Are you a sports enthusiast? Do you love adventurous activities? ORBI Prime wants to record every moment with you. No matter how extreme your sport or activity is, ORBI Prime is there to capture and help you record the intense action! Stop on by their website and check out more about this great technology.
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Chris Steps across the tradeshow floor of CES 2020 to visit the LOOP Earplugs booth and chat with founder, Maarten Bodewes about the incredible technology and design behind LOOP Earplugs. According to the World Health Organization, one out of three young adults risk hearing damage due to loud music at concerts, events and clubs. Despite frequent awareness campaigns, only 15% wear earplugs. Loop takes on tinnitus by making earplugs amazing. Loop is designed to reduce volume by 20dB without sacrificing sound clarity. You'll hear sound as it was intended, just less loud - while making sure you look great. 1.1 billion people risk hearing damage. Our goal? Making sure you're not one of them. Loop protects your hearing in style. Making ringing ears a thing of the past. Stop on by their website and order your pair of...

In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes local Austin Hip-Hop artist and emcee, Michael “Big Mic” Pereida to the program to discuss the creation and collaborations behind his latest album It’s All Love as well as his ongoing work with of the College of Hip Hop Knowledge.
From a young age Big Mic began honing his lyric skills, writing secret poetry that he kept to himself. Now, years later he writes and records moving dialogues of freeform thought and scribed verse that transport you to the time and place of the lyric itself. How has the world of Hip-Hop changed the life of Big Mic Pereida and what has brought him to the point of musical collaboration he is at today? How has the process of collaboration for the album It’s All Love changed the way Big Mic approaches his writing process?
Join us as we explore the world of the College of Hip-Hop Knowledge and delve into the creative process behind the new album It’s All Love by Michael “Big Mic” Pereida.
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SHOW NOTES: (click time code to jump to segment)
00:00 Chris plays the show intro and welcomes to the Talking Sound podcast local Hip Hop artist and emcee, Michael “Big Mic” Pereida to discuss the creation and collaboration behind his latest album It’s All Love as well as his ongoing work with of the College of Hip Hop Knowledge.
05:00 Big Mic shares the story of his father making fun of him in his “Criss-Cross” outfits and the beginnings of his work in the lyric realm.
10:00 Mic and Chris share mutual awkward studio collaboration experiences and how they handled the situation.
15:00 Big Mic talks about some of his favorite artists in the world of hip-hop to collaborate with and why.
20:00 Mic explains the level of comfort that an artist has to feel when they come into a studio to record and the importance of being mentally prepared for your recording session to get the best results.
25:00 Chris and Mike talk about the concept of working with musicians in a professional aspect and the difference between playing around and rehearsal.
30:00 Chris and Mic listen to the song Big Wave from the album It’s All Love and the inspiration behind the song and the new motivations behind the work of the College of Hip Hop Knowledge.
35:00 Big Mic explains the philosophy behind the founding and work of the College of Hip Hop Knowledge and what they are looking for in the artists they are working with.
40:00 Big Mic explains the importance of protecting yourself as an artist in this digital day and age and not giving your work away for free!
45:00 Chris and Mic get into the new world of digital distribution and promotion and how to tackle these issues as an artist.
50:00 Chris Thanks Big Mic Pereida for coming on the show, sharing his music and knowledge as well as the ongoing work of the College of hip hop knowledge and Chris signs off the air.

In this episode of the Talking Sound podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes world-class drummer, public speaker and author Kenny Aronoff to the program for a candid discussion on the power of music as well as public speaking and how they have changed his personal development in life.
From a young age Kenny Aronoff was entranced by music. One night his mother called him in to watch a group of musicians on a television program. That program was The Ed Sullivan Show and the band was of course The Beatles. Kenny was hooked. From that day forward he was all about music. Making his way through audition after audition young Kenny finally made his way into the prestigious Aspen School of Music and Indiana University, finalizing his quest that had begun half a lifetime ago.
Since then Kenny has found himself playing with such legendary acts as John Cougar Mellencamp, John Fogerty, Joe Satriani, the supergroup Chickenfoot, and even Jerry Lee Lewis, just to name a few. And with his Uncommon Studios in, LA Kenny has worked with volumes more, growing not only his name, but his acclaim as one of the most sought-after drummers for studio and live work in the Industry.
Join the Talking Sound podcast for an intimate discussion with Kenny Aronoff as we discuss his life of drumming and studio work as well as his foray into the world of public speaking, being an author and how sharing story and unique perspective has changed his life.
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SHOW NOTES: (click time code to jump to segment)
00:00 Chris plays the show intro and welcomes to the Talking Sound podcast Kenny Aronoff world famous drummer, public speaker and author.
2:30 Chris and Kenny discuss a youth surrounded by music and the formation of his first band The Alley Cats.
8:00 Kenny shares his experience with auditions to get into Aspen School of Music and Indiana University.
13:00 Kenny tells a story about how he got fired during his first album recording and how his decision to just not leave changed his life.
19:00 Kenny discusses how a decision to write a simple drum part in the song Jack and Diane led to a four-part method of problem solving that he has used ever since.
23:00 Chris and Kenny discuss the vast number of styles and barriers Kenny has had to cross to stay as a working drummer in the industry.
30:00 Kenny explains how public speaking has changed his approach to his personal development.
38:00 Kenny describes the moment of his life when he got to play the 50th anniversary of the Beatles performance on The Ed Sullivan Show and what it meant for him to perform songs by his heroes Ringo Starr and Sir Paul McCartney in front of them and what having a full circle moment in life is like.
43:00 Kenny Shares his experience working with the legendary Jerry Lee Lewis.
47:00 Chris and Kenny discuss the changing face of Rock n Roll recording and the loss of the use of the large and legendary recording spaces across the country.
51:00 Kenny explains the power of music and having it around you, Chris thanks Kenny for appearing on the show and friends at Cujo LTD for their help in securing his guest spot.
Special thanks to Cujo, LTD for providing Kenny Aronoff’s guest appearance.

In this episode of the Talking Sound podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes business coach, consultant,  owner of Brilliant SMB and the Brilliant Sales Secrets Facebook group, Alicia Maples to the program to discuss the topic of valuing your services as a freelancer and how to get last the fears faced by most when it comes to selling yourself and your professional services to clients.

I know it seems strange, but all too often we freelance engineers undervalue our services and charge far too little for our time and talent. “But if we charge less money for services, we will get more work right?!” Not necessarily so, while you may land that one-time gig today, you may be damaging your hold on the future of your place in an industry.

Join Talking Sound and Alicia Maples, owner of Brilliant SMB as we discuss some everyday business advice and methods you can use when selling your services to clients, and how to lose the fear of charging the rates you truly deserve for the services you provide.

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Talking Sound S6 Ep01: From Hippie Jam Bands to Night Ranger with Keyboardist Eric Levy
In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes Eric Levy to show to talk about a life filled with music as well as his journey from playing keyboards and touring the festival circuit with hippie jam band Garage Majal to being the keyboardist and backup vocalist for the ever popular band Night Ranger and playing for millions of people every year!
Beginning at a young age Eric Levy’s life was filled with music. His father, a saxophone player by trade, made sure that a young Eric had all the musical influences and support he would need to grow and foster a love for the art. But it was when Eric hit high school that his aspiration took flight to stage and his eyes turned to the call of rock and roll. Beginning with a foot in the door through his father, Eric was off and running playing Elvis on one of the more popular bands in his hometown. This began his love of connection with the live audience and his career as a live musician, making his way to California and beginning his musical journey to stardom.
Tune in and find out how Eric hooked up with the popular touring band Garage Mahal. Hear how a chance meeting and a single moment of decision led him down the road of playing keyboards for one of the greatest ballad bands ever…Night Ranger. All this and more in this episode of the Talking Sound podcast with special guest Eric Levy.
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SHOW NOTES:
00:00 Show Intro and host Christopher Jordan introduces the days topic and guest Eric Levy, keyboardist for the popular band Night Ranger.
03:00 Eric and Chris discuss the wealth of music, venues and opportunities that abound in cities like Las Vegas.
6:00 Eric goes into how his father’s career as a touring musician opened the world of music to him and instruments to him.
12:00 Eric describes how his first paying job was DJing and playing in an Elvis cover band in Chicago and his joining of the band Burnt Toast.
17:00 Eric and Chris discuss the dynamics of playing live in and working with jam bands like Garage Majal and the incredible synergy that takes place between the stage and audience.
27:00 Chris and Eric discuss the topic of an individual curated image of artist vs working musician and the ethics of backing out of a gig at the last minute.
36:00 Eric describes what his journey has been like from playing small venues in house band to touring in the festival circuit to now playing in arenas and ampitheaters in front of millions of fans a year.
42:30 Eric describes how since beginning his work with Night Ranger he has changed the way he plays and the equipment he uses opting for a much more stripped down rig with minimal equipment to assure ease of live functionality.
49:00 Eric and Chris discuss various keyboards and amplifiers and the way they encourage performers to play and create in different ways.
53:00 Eric discusses a study he had recently seen about how music affected memory and how reading about the study changed the way he viewed his experience on the stage when performing for longtime fans of Night Ranger.
1:01 Chris signs off and thanks guest Eric Levy for his appearance.
Special thanks to Cujo, LTD for providing Eric Levy's guest appearance.

In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes Todd Cochrane, Founder/CEO of BluBrry, Host of the New Media Show as well as Geek News Central and founder of the Tech Podcast Network to discuss owning your digital content and the power of purchasing your URL.
Whether it is a podcast, a business, a band or a brand. Nothing is more important in the modern digital age than owning your URL and controlling your digital rights. How can you make sure to start your project off right and not setup for failure? Why is using free services such as Anchor, Youtube, etcetera not always the best plan? What can we do to lay the groundwork of securing our ownership of the digital content we create and what should we avoid?
Join the Talking Sound Podcast as we delve deep into this topic and more with Todd Cochrane, Member of the Podcasting Hall of Fame and founder/CEO of BluBrry.
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In this episode of the Talking Sound Podcast host Christopher Jordan welcomes Joe Castro, director and special effects supervisor to the program to discuss the world of horror and what it takes to make the gruesome scenes we see in our favorite movies and more.After winning a special effects makeup contest as a teenager, Joe Castro left San Antonio, TX with his sights set on Hollywood and never looked back. Now after a lifetime of fake blood, spirit gum and latex flesh, Joe has become one of the preeminent directors of modern horror and one of the most sought after special effects directors and engineers in the business. With acclaims to his credit, such as the holding the official Guinness World Record for “highest body count in a slasher film” with his 2012 masterpiece Summer of Massacre, Joe has set a new standard in both what is looked for by directors and viewers alike in the world of gore and horror. With the recent wrap of his latest work Xenophobia, Joe takes the genre of horror into all new terrifying realms with incredible special effects and gore galore!Join the Talking Sound podcast as we discuss the amazing world of special effects make up and making horror films with director and special effects supervisor Joe Castro.The Talking Sound Podcast is a proud member of the HC Universal Network family of podcasts. Download the official app for the HC Universal Network family of podcasts available for Android and coming soon for iDevices to get all the great stuff from the Talking Sound Podcast and More!