Spirituality Adventures

In this podcast I interview Mikala Petillo, known as Miki P, a Kansas City singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. Her music is a refreshing indie folk/rock style and her lyrics explore relationships, healing, and hope. Her creativity and spirituality blend in a beautiful tapestry of sounds and words which touch the soul. Miki P’s most recent release in 2021 is an EP entitled “Don’...

In this episode, I interview Curt Shelman, COO of Paceline/Chamois Buttr. This is a fun interview because Curt and I share a love for running and cycling. We have cycled thousands of miles together every year for over a decade. Chamois Buttr is a anti-chaffing cream product for cyclists found in most every cycling store in America and Europe. It is based in Kansas City and is well known by cyclist...

In this episode, I have a fascinating discussion with a diverse group of people on shame and vulnerability. The panel includes Pam Hausner (Mindful Meditation Teacher), Dr. Cricket Burwell (LCMFT), Rachel Leigh (Podcast Host of Problem with Perfect), Calvin Arsenia (Singer/Songwriter), and Andrew Potter (Co-founder RoKC/Army Ranger Veteran). All of us share our personal experiences with shame and...

Mark Whitacre is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating podcast interviews I have ever done (along side Tamrat Layne). Mark earned a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from Cornell University after which his career soared with Archer Daniels Midland (AMD). At a young age, Mark was a top executive at AMD and living a jet set lifestyle. However, he ended up becoming a whistleblower for the FBI in the...

Andrew Potter is an Army Ranger who did three tours in Afghanistan. He also loves rock climbing! This is my first interview with a rock climber, so that automatically make it one of my favorites. I’ve been rock climbing over forty years, so this is fun. Andrew is co-founder of RoKC which is the premier rock climbing gym in Kansas City with three locations. Andrew and I talked about rock climbing,...

Alec Sartianno, aka Smartalec, is a Kansas City based rap/hip-hop engineer, producer, and beats-maker. Alec developed his skills at Chapman Recording where he had the opportunity to work with Rob Rebeck. This gave Alec the opportunity to work with Strange Music, Tech N9ne, Ces Cru, Ubiquitous and a host of other artists. Derrison Palea, aka King Kihei, has had a friendship and partnership with Ale...

In this podcast, Jessica Strong tells her story of growing up in Liberty, Missouri without a father. Despite her strong academic talents, drugs and alcohol became a part of her life at a very young age. At the age of twenty, she signed up for the Air Force and learned Arabic. She became a translator for Air Force assignments in the Iraq war. After entering the military, she never thought of her da...

Matt Pryor is the lead singer/songwriter for The Get Up Kids. The band was formed in 1995 and toured with Green Day and Weezer. They gained a loyal following and headlined tours in America, Japan, Europe, and South American. Matt also founded The New Amsterdams and has put out several solo albums. One of my favorites is “Momento Mori” which is a stripped down, folk-rock album. He has also done two...

Jimmie Bratcher is a blues singer/songwriter. He has also served as a pastor so he is often referred to as the Rev. Jimmie Bratcher. He has released several blues albums and a cookbook that goes along with his newest album, “I’m Hungry.” But my favorite part of this interview is the story of his daughter, Jessica Strong, whom he met for the first time just a few years ago. This is the first time I...

Jordan Taylor Thompson (J. Taylor) is a singer/songwriter based in Kansas City who describes himself as a “seeker of truth.” After growing up in a large family who traveled throughout America singing gospel music in fundamental Bible churches, Jordan began his own spiritual journey of discovery. His lyrics reflect a deep desire to explore the spiritual aspects of life. He has co-written and record...

This week, Dad and I talk about fishing in Oklahoma and staying at Reds.

Jake Wells is a Kansas City based singer/songwriter who grew up in a large family that traveled around America performing gospel music. After Jake went through a season of finding his own voice, he released a DIY single entitled “Roll Like Thunder” in 2016. This single went viral with downloads and led to him receiving an invitation to audition on NBC’s television show “The Voice” (Season 15). Jak...

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