Heartdea13r with Christopher Gonda

Country artist Ash Taylor opens up about surviving an abusive childhood, becoming homeless, and taking responsibility for her younger brothers after her father left. She shares how faith helped her work towards forgiveness, break generational cycles, and transform painful experiences into music that brings people together. From the deeply personal stories behind “Family” and “Dad to Me” to losing...

Filmmaker and director Tyler Measom joins Christopher Gonda on Heartdea13r for an honest conversation about creativity, guilt, identity, and finding meaning through art. From growing up Mormon in Utah to building a career in documentary filmmaking, Tyler reflects on how personal experiences shape the stories we tell, why trusting your instincts matters, and the challenges of pursuing meaningful wo...

Ian Gregson, frontman of Mr M & The All Nighters, shares his remarkable journey from losing his right leg at 14 in a train accident to competing for Canada in the Paralympics and finding new purpose through music, creativity, and gravel biking. In this episode of THE 513, Ian reflects on disability, resilience, personal freedom, and the determination to forge his own path, even when it comes a...

Prayers aka Rafael Reyes opens up about his journey from gang life, trauma and survival to self-discovery, fatherhood and a deeper sense of self-love. He shares how music became his medicine—a way to process pain, heal, and turn lived experiences into honest art. From embracing his identity as an artist to surviving every season of life, the Chologoth innovator Prayers reflects on resilience, rela...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 114 // Evan Seinfeld (Singer & Bassist of Biohazard, Actor, Author, Coach, and Founder of Full Metal Fitness & Mantorship) Summary In this episode of heartdea13r, Christopher Gonda sits down with Evan Seinfeld, vocalist and bassist of Biohazard, to explore authenticity, mental health, personal growth and the power of starting over. Evan...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // THE 513 // Christian Cohle (Songwriter, Artist, Yoga Instructor) THE 513 9 questions. 3 layers. 1 person. Some rapid-fire, some heady. All killer, no filler. Five questions for the head. One question for the heart. Three questions for the soul. This is our fun way of getting to know someone intimately, quickly. Summary Christian Cohle joins Christopher...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 113 // Richie Cavalera (Founder & Vocalist, Incite) Summary Richie Cavalera joins Christopher Gonda for a candid conversation about family, metal, resilience and the relentless mindset that has kept his band Incite moving forward for more than 20 years. Richie opens up about growing up around legends like Rob Halford, Ozzy Osbourne, and, of...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 112 // Jonny Hetherington (Founder & Vocalist, Art of Dying) Summary Art of Dying founder and vocalist Jonny Hetherington joins Christopher Gonda to discuss the band’s 20th anniversary, the return of physical music, and why artists need to take back control. They dive into streaming’s impact on musicians, Art of Dying’s decision to release...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Value Session 012 // Matt Cargill (Founder of Sly & The Family Drone) Learn about V13 Media Group's Values (our 13 V's) here: https://mediagroup.v13.net/values/ Summary Matt Cargill of London-based noise band Sly & The Family Drone joins Christopher Gonda for a deep conversation about noise, improvisation, DIY culture, community, resili...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 111 // C.J. Pierce (Founding Member & Guitarist, Drowning Pool) Summary This conversation with Drowning Pool guitarist C.J. Pierce goes far beyond the band’s 25-year journey through metal, exploring the stories, struggles and passion that have kept him creating music for more than two decades. C.J. opens up about the legacy of ‘Sinner,’ the...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #031 // Matt James (Vocalist, Blacktop Mojo) x C.J. Pierce (Founding Member & Guitarist, Drowning Pool) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Matt James asks C.J. Pierce: “What do you attribute your long-term success to?” Heartdea13r theme s...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 110 // Matt James (Vocalist, Blacktop Mojo) Summary Matt James of Blacktop Mojo joins Christopher Gonda for an honest conversation about music, fatherhood, touring, independence, and the realities behind building a life in rock. Matt opens up about mental health, partying, loneliness, and the wake-up calls that helped him find a healthier persp...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #030 // Adam Bentley (Publicist, Producer, DJ & Founder, Echo Myron) x Matt James (Vocalist, Blacktop Mojo) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Adam Bentley asks Matt James: “What would be your ideal day that incorporated both personal and...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // THE 513 // James Artissen (Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Audio Engineer, Label Owner) THE 513 9 questions. 3 layers. 1 person. Some rapid-fire, some heady. All killer, no filler. Five questions for the head. One question for the heart. Three questions for the soul. This is our fun way of getting to know someone intimately, quickly. Summary James...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 109 // Adam Bentley (Publicist, Producer, DJ & Founder, Echo Myron) Summary Adam Bentley joins Christopher Gonda on the Heartdea13r Podcast for a candid conversation about music PR, artist development, marketing and the rapidly changing music industry. He shares how his passion for music became a career, why relationships and authenticity r...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #029 // Jaye Woods (Composer, Producer, Veteran Emcee, Hip-Hop Artist, & Therapist) x Adam Bentley (Publicist, Producer, DJ & Founder, Echo Myron) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Jaye Woods asks Adam Bentley: “Who are you without t...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // THE 513 // Brian Wecht aka Trey Magnifique (Musician, Comedian, YouTuber, Theoretical Physicist) THE 513 9 questions. 3 layers. 1 person. Some rapid-fire, some heady. All killer, no filler. Five questions for the head. One question for the heart. Three questions for the soul. This is our fun way of getting to know someone intimately, quickly. Summary B...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 108 // Jaye Woods (Composer, Producer, Veteran Emcee, Hip-Hop Artist, & Therapist) Summary Jaye Woods joins Christopher Gonda for a deeply honest conversation about healing, unlearning, self-compassion, and the journey toward becoming more fully ourselves. They explore how childhood experiences, beliefs, relationships, and emotional pattern...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #028 // Chris Johnson (Singer-Songwriter, Musician, Entrepreneur, Venue Owner, Urban Cowboy) x Jaye Woods (Composer, Producer, Veteran Emcee, Hip-Hop Artist, & Therapist) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Chris Johnson asks Jaye Woods: “...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Value Session 011 // Sam Edelston (Dulcimer Enthusiast) Learn about V13 Media Group's Values (our 13 V's) here: https://mediagroup.v13.net/values/ Summary Sam Edelston joins Christopher Gonda for a conversation about the dulcimer, challenging assumptions, embracing new experiences, and finding creative possibilities in unexpected places. Sam sh...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 107 // Chris Johnson (Singer-Songwriter, Musician, Entrepreneur, Venue Owner, Urban Cowboy) Summary Chris Johnson discusses his forthcoming album, ‘Tales From The Cowboy Palace,’ and takes us through a remarkable life in music, from grinding it out as an independent artist and touring with Chaka Khan and Rufus during the aftermath of 9/11 to co...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #027 // William John Titus Bishop (British Musician, Songwriter & Writer) x Chris Johnson (Singer-Songwriter, Musician, Entrepreneur, Venue Owner, Urban Cowboy) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, William John Titus Bishop asks Chris Johns...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 106 // William John Titus Bishop (British Musician, Songwriter & Writer) Summary In this episode of heartdea13r, Christopher Gonda sits down with British musician and writer William John Titus Bishop for a wide-ranging conversation about authenticity, creativity, perseverance and finding your own path. William shares how his classical train...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #026 // Prima Apollinaare (Actor & Singer-Songwriter) x William John Titus Bishop (British Musician, Songwriter & Writer) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Prima Apollinaare asks William John Titus Bishop: “Are you happy? Or are you...

Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // THE 513 // Tim Quirk (Founder, Wonderlick & Too Much Joy) THE 513 9 questions. 3 layers. 1 person. Some rapid-fire, some heady. All killer, no filler. Five questions for the head. One question for the heart. Three questions for the soul. This is our fun way of getting to know someone intimately, quickly. Summary Tim Quirk returns to Heartdea13r for...