Awareness with Amandolin

On this episode I spoke with comic artist and writer Nate McDonough also known as grixlycola on instagram where he gives us a glimpse into his life through his artwork. We spoke about his latest book " Longboxes " Much like the comic our conversation ranged from laugh out loud giggles, shit talking, and vulnerable moments of honesty. xoxo Amandolin Acquire Longboxes for your shelf? Suppo...

Welcome to your next dose of Awareness with Amandolin on this episode I spoke with Frankie Sunswept + Kimberly Haven about "Nostalgia" their upcoming record you can preorder a c copy of now! The record is exactly the kinda thing that keeps me fiery for the music scene. It combines the band’s love of Ethio-jazz, Krautrock, 60s psychedelia, garage rock, African rock, South American folk mu...

On this episode I spoke with Indianapolis goblin rockers Moon Goons ! We dig into the dream that sparked their upcoming release through Romanus   Records " Lady of Many Faces " out September 21st. Hear a story about how their cat Kevin came up with a key part, Corey's idea's appearing in his minds eye at the grocery, and how when it comes to live shows the songs take on new lif...

Samuel Hurley is a poet based in Lancashire where he lives in a 350 year old cottage. On this episode we discuss his debut poetry book "An Anthem for the Dreaming Lost" Exploration in the fundamental questions of what it means to be human in the modern world with AI, disillusionment, and more. We spoke intimately about grief and his poetry navigating childhood, romance, imagination, and...

In this episode I spoke with Texas, singer - songwriter Emma   Zeck .  Emma   intimately knows the journey of transforming herself from victim into victor using the power of her voice, her poetry, and her song. Emma’s debut album ECLIPSE that she recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London is available everywhere April 10th . Stream the records first single " Vultures " everywhere now! Conn...

On this transmission of the show we take a look into Darra the creative mind behind Dear Darling Design Studio . A beautiful award winning artist from Baltimore with an aesthetic that's both vintage and modern. Darra  places important messages that connect others and are often shared over and over on social media. In the episode she shares about what it was like to grow up with parents who we...

On this episode I catch up with Winter McQuinn about his second solo record "Move to the Trees" and it's upcoming release on Third Eye Stimuli. We spoke about the innately human ability to create music and inspire one another.  Planting tomatoes when things look bleak and what it was like to record and album during a weekend of pure bliss and Beatles DVD's. His new record is a...

On this episode of Awareness with Amandolin I speak to a cosmic creator the visionary artist Juliana Garces .  I asked for insights from her 10 day Vipassana retreat that included psychedelic visions she is now bringing to life through her art. Dopamine Detox - have you tried it? We share why we think it is a key to a more vivid and vibrant life. I ask her about one of my favorite topics Flow Stat...

On this episode of Awareness with Amandolin I speak with the band Frankie and the Witch Fingers . Comprised of Dylan Sizemore (vocals, guitar) - Josh Menashe (lead guitar, synth) -Nikki “Pickle” Smith (bass) - and Nick Aguilar (drums) the now Los Angeles-based four-piece are just ahead of the release of their album "Data Doom" a record that explores genres and themes often discussed on t...

In this transmission of Awareness with Amandolin I share some of  my writings and even get caught up on the microphone. It has been a while since I let you into those musings. May it inspire you to listen to your mother. Love yourself and this planet so much that you heal and protect it. If you'd like to dive into it with me check out: www.awarenesswithamandolin.com WE ARE NATURE. XOXO mother...

On this episode of Awarness with Amandolin we have the first ever FULL BAND interview and it is with none other than Sunfruits a Melbourne/Naarm band with incredible talents in writing euphoric and intimate songs. They desire to use their music for good. Through One Degree's 11 tracks the band explores environmental collapse, resilience, self-reflection, love & relationships, all textured...

On this episode I take a journey with an incredible painter Artist: Stella Strzyzowska. She uses a Mische technique involving building form on a colored ground with white paint followed by layering thin glazes of color with more white in between. As she explains it's like painting with light. This technique allows her to reveal the transcendental spiritual realms she has encountered. We cover...

On this episode I spoke with Ofosu Jones-Quartey who many know as Born I a music artist, author,  podcaster, and more! We touched on his incredible music films, artistic expression, how hard it is just to be a a creature of this Earth and so much more. Keep up with Ofosu here. Keep up with Amandolin here. Support the Awareness with Amandolin Patreon for far out perks.  Oh and have fun getting to k...

On this episode of Awareness with Amandolin I drop the needle with Harry Portnof founder of Greenway Records an independent record label based out of Brooklyn, NY. Specializing in DIY vinyl record releases. He is also label head for Levitation and The Reverberation Appreciation Society. He shared the Greenway Records story and we dove deep into what it takes to make a record, psychedelic rock, and...

On this episode of Awareness with Amandolin I hit record with Atlanta Filmmaker Fraser Jones. We talk about his latest film "Where the Butterflies Go"  a documentary where he travels 3,000 miles asking North Americans how to save the endangered monarch butterfly, and ourselves, from extinction. We also explored making authentic art in a highly curated world, clown school in France, and h...

In this episode I surf the cosmic consciousness waves with Nikki Pickle! She is the bassist for Frankie and the Witch Fingers. One of the best live bands I have seen lately. We talk about her being a touring musician, artist, and all around rad babe. I think you will enjoy letting our time together melt into your ears. Keep Up with Nikki Pickle Follow Frankie and the Witch Fingers and go see an el...

In this episode I take a bit to catch you up on where I have been lately and then Juliana returns to bust open the door on season 3  describing her visionary new pieces. She offers a powerful story about taking the path your intuition is begging you to take when the one laid out for you just doesn't align (despite everyone around you thinking you are crazy ). I ask her a question I often pond...

In this episode I share a new piece of writing and have an intimate conversation with Director and fellow podcaster Sean Dunne . You may know of him from his unflinching documentaries . Including Oxyana, Florida Man, American Sunset and many more. Known for his ability to honestly capture half-mythical corners of the country, Sean Dunne’s approach to documentary is to give his viewers the freedom...

 Grateful and energized to share the conversation I had with incredible author and poet James McCrae also known as Words are Vibrations   on his incredibly popular meme instagram account He is currently based in sunny Austin, Texas. In his writing and art, he applies the principles of mindfulness and Eastern philosophy to modern life with humor and candor. Enjoy the chat? then please grab a copy o...

NPR describes the virtuoso Ron Gallo as an " insurgent poet and rock 'n' roll disruptor " and a " burst of literate electricity " I like those words but they don't even scratch the surface of Ron Gallo the person who came to the conversation as I had hoped - hyper aware and ready to be honest and vulnerable about his intentional juxtaposition of thought provoking...

In this episode of Awareness with Amandolin I catch up with Sabrina Degas Pont . She is a multi media based artist in LA. However, we met in college in NYC at SVA where we were bathroom mates! We talk about her career as Creative Director of G4LiveX and Budtender. This year she is part of an awards show at the Las Vegas Convention Center featuring Snoop Dog and Travis Barker where you can join in!...

Happy portal day decided today would be magical time to share a poem I wrote about dancing in the flame of a candle while taking a bath. enjoy and please spread the message of love. Ethereal and at peace. The best threats are. xoxo Amandolin .

Welcome to Season 2 kicking it off for 2022 I have brought to your glorious ears the wonderful Juliana Garces! In this episode we go deep into her dream work techniques, talk about the unveiling of her upcoming 6 ft Shiva artwork and as always so so much more! Dig it. Get groovy. Let your beautiful eyes gaze upon her artwork here . & if you would like to adorn your home with her art you can he...

In this Halloween weekend episode of Awareness with Amandolin I talk with none other than the Mother of Monsters herself Gibby Kain .  We talk horror, tattooing, drawing, her journey letting go of the corporate world to embrace her personal artwork and get into the tattoo artist world! If you dig her vibe and want to support her artwork you can here . Keep up with me over on instagram _amandolin t...

Alyssia Strasser is a multidisciplinary California based artist who focuses on themes of the subconscious mind and the exploration of human expression. Her work includes these characters/bodies and a lot of times the characters are wandering in an unknown space leading somewhere, which represents the subconscious mind. In this space the characters come across trauma, memories, and subjective reali...