Greetings, James Navé here. I'm thrilled to welcome "LEAF Global Arts" director Jennifer Pickering to the microphone for a heartfelt conversation called 'Holding Space,' which spans almost three decades.

Jennifer and I had known each other for a few years when we met in the fall of 1994 to discuss her idea for a music and arts festival at Lake Eden in Black Mountain, North Carolina. She said she wanted to call the festival The Lake Eden Arts Festival. I said, "Why not shorten it to The LEAF Festival?"

Jennifer's vision was to bring cultures together and build a community that values diversity through engaging in music, arts, education, and experiential learning.

She aimed to cultivate curiosity, protect cultural integrity, and contribute to a greater global understanding among people from all walks of life. Now, almost 30 years later, Jennifer's vision has been fully realized through LEAF Global Arts.

Join us as we talk about how doing good work in the world can ripple beyond your wildest dreams. Enjoy the show.

In the latest episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio, I go solo with a Moth-style life story I crafted while recording this show titled "From the Grave With Reverand Gibbs." My story starts in New York at a friend's apartment in StuyTown, 1st Avenue & 16th Street. The story then travels to 1970, when I served two years as a Conscientious Objector (CO) instead of fighting in VietNam at Wesley Nursing Center in Charlotte, NC. One of my patients, Reverend Gibbs, long dead, emerges as the mentor with an ordinary piece of advice.

In this story, I explain why I applied for my CO status after a hitchhiking trip to Denver to meet my friend John van Hasselt, who drove his VW bus up from Mexico. Then, I touch on my first trip to Paris in 1972 and why I returned from Paris last week, 2023. So, how does all this tie together, and why does Reverend Gibbs speak from the grave? Tune in and find out. Enjoy the show.

In the latest episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio, host James Navé delves into a captivating conversation with the professional performance poet Asia Sampson. Have you ever wondered what happens when two Slam Poets start talking "poetry"? Navé takes listeners back to the early 90s, recalling Asheville's pivotal role in the national Spoken Word movement. In comparison, Asia paints a picture of the early 2000s—regarded as the zenith of the Spoken Word Poetry Slam era. Join Asia and Navé as they share their unique perspectives, shedding light on their contributions and the ongoing impact of the spoken word movement.

Back in the fall of 2016, Twice 5 Miles Radio made its debut with "A Storyteller Must Listen" featuring Connie Regan-Blake, airing on WPVMFM-Asheville (www.wpvmfm.org). Since then, I've been bringing you weekly episodes and have hosted over 300 interviews, with a few nostalgic reruns, all available here on SoundCloud,

Today's solo episode, "Walking Around Paris - Spontaneous Thoughts," invites you on a journey with me. Starting from the Odeon Metro stop, we'll venture to Jardin du Luxembourg and meander down rue de Buci, ending with some soulful street jazz in the 6th Arrondissement. As we walk, I'll share the sights, sounds, and spontaneous reflections from the heart of Paris. Tune in and take this Parisian stroll with me!

In the latest episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio, host James Navé welcomes the multi-talented singer-songwriter Lynn Morgan Rosser. Juggling a thriving creative career while tending to two children with significant health challenges, Lynne's story embodies resilience. She speaks of allowing raw emotions to shape her artistry, from soul-stirring poetry to evocative music. With four breathtaking songs showcased, her melodies deeply resonate, as does her enduring spirit. Navé notes her uncanny ability to read poems and belt out tunes with unparalleled depth.

Lynn is poised to enchant the world with her upcoming podcast, "Vita COLITUR: Creating Our Lives Is The Ultimate aRt." As her children venture into young adulthood, Lynne's creative journey takes a fresh turn, promising to be just as inspirational. Dive in to be inspired and entranced.

Welcome to a brand-new episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. I'm your host, James Navé. Today, we're diving deep with Lyn Rothman, a literary talent I met in our Imaginative Storm Saturday writing group. Lyn's prose, as did her knack for weaving keen observations into vivid storytelling, caught my attention immediately. Beyond her talents as a writer, Lyn has lived an extraordinary life, deeply involved in Hollywood's film community from the 1970s to the present day. In this episode, we explore her groundbreaking work as the founder of The Parkinson's Appeal for DBS and discuss her memorable journey to a film festival hosted by Imelda Marcos in Manila. Don't miss this captivating discussion.

Lyn Rothman is a Contributing Editor for Art Review and a Board Member of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Welcome to another episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. I'm your host, James Navé. Remember when a conversation sparked your imagination? That happened when I met Holly McCann at a literary reading at Malaprop's Bookstore in Asheville, North Carolina. As soon as she mentioned she was rethinking leadership in today's ever-evolving business landscape, I had many questions. So, I invited her to the Twice 5 Miles Radio microphone.

Holly is a whole systems visionary who's had her boots on the ground in practically every aspect of business leadership. She's been a corporate lawyer, an executive, an entrepreneur, and a solopreneur. Through these roles, she's been on a quest to redefine what leadership means—from the inside out. Imagine a world where leadership is less about grabbing power from external sources and more about tapping into our inner strength, deeply rooted in the natural world. Holly calls it Sovereign Unity—leading from a place of wholeness, abundance, and a heartfelt connection with ourselves, each other, and the planet.

In today's episode, we will dive deep into this paradigm shift. Holly's work is an invitation to imagine—and to act on—a world that thrives on mutual respect, purpose, and sustainable success. Enjoy the show.

Welcome to another episode of Twice 5 Miles Radio. I'm your host, James Navé, www.JamesNave.com. My guest, Dr. John Valenzuela, is a psychologist and writer with a rich tapestry of experiences, from treating severe mood disorders to being an empathic practitioner in schools and local community settings. In this interview, John pushed me to explore a dream I had the night before our conversation. In this perplexing dream, I'm in a mist-filled, old-world town, driving a two-decade-old car that eventually vanishes, leaving me lost. Through John's skillful prodding, we explore the meaning behind this dream and its connection to more significant themes of symbolism, creativity, and honesty. Enjoy the show.

In the Same Air 

Old redemption had little to do 

with the maroon strand land 

when I was young. I never knew 

barbed wire or porcelain tea cups 

during that delicate growing time. 

The cloud foxes played grace 

tricks on the new spring grass 

where bones still remembered 

winter. The possibility of music 

in my cloisonné dreams clashed 

with Mr. Arrowwood, who shot 

lesser night hawks above the trees. 

On Sundays, after church, I ate 

mashed potatoes with gravy 

in the same air where my Grandfather 

sat close to his 12-gauge shotgun 

in the corner. Even now, I chime

between redemption and salvation 

there on the hill where Jesus hung.

In late May, I recorded an audiobook of my recently published poetry book, 100 Days: A Poetic Memoir After Cancer, at Steve Rush's recording studio in Denver, CO. During the recording, even though the microphone favored my voice, I sometimes juxtaposed my words which caused me to mix up my words and phrases. After wrapping up my last session, I reflected on the challenges and triumphs of audiobook recording. I hope my few practical tips will help you record your audiobook, a YouTube video, or a podcast. Enjoy listening. Order 100 Days from 3: A Taos Press: https://3taospress.com/authors/james-nave/