The Becoming mBODYed Podcast

Send a text This episode explores innovative approaches to accessibility in music education, focusing on the importance of body awareness, ergonomic instruments, and challenging traditional norms. Guests Ken Thompson and Alexis Barton share personal stories, technical insights, and practical solutions to make music more inclusive and physically sustainable.   key topics The importance of space and...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn Copeland speaks with Kenneth Thompson, founder of the Musical Arts Center of San Antonio. They discuss the importance of safety and belonging in cultivating creativity and authenticity in the performing arts. Kenneth shares his journey through music education, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to technical developme...

Send a text Many of us move through our teaching lives switching rooms in the same house. We shift between roles. We improvise. We carry a private mix of doubt, intuition, brilliance, and care. In this episode, Shawn sits down with longtime colleague and former student Dr. Amanda Heim , saxophone professor at Gettysburg College, to revisit how somatic work shaped her teaching and the artistic live...

Send a text summary In this bonus episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, Shawn introduces the concept of somatic archetypes as survival strategies that help individuals navigate their experiences and emotions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding these archetypes not as fixed identities but as fluid patterns that reflect how our bodies have learned to cope with various situa...

Send a text Summary In this Pre-season opener of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, Shawn welcomes listeners to the new season, focusing on the themes of burnout, creativity, and the importance of rest and regulation. The conversation highlights community updates, upcoming courses, and the significance of somatic practices in fostering a sense of belonging and self-awareness. Shawn emphasizes the need...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland engages in a heartfelt conversation with Laura Stevens, exploring themes of embodied creativity, the challenges of burnout in academia, and the importance of community and support in the arts. They discuss Laura's journey as a musician and educator, the impact of a viral blog post on their lives, and the necess...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn Copeland engages with Dr. Brad Fugate, a professor of music theater, to explore the intersections of embodied creativity, gender identity, and the evolving landscape of music education. They discuss Brad's journey as a countertenor, the historical context of gender roles in music, and the importance of creating safe space...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland and guest Karen Cubides discuss the launch of a new coaching program focused on embodied education in the performing arts. They explore the importance of clarity in coaching, the slow adoption of coaching practices in the music industry, and the distinctions between various types of coaching. The conversation delves...

Send a text Summary In this episode of the Becoming Embodied podcast, host Shawn L Copeland engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Lee Pearson, exploring her extensive journey through music, education, and personal growth. They discuss the challenges faced by musicians, including feelings of inadequacy, physical pain, and the impact of family dynamics on one's identity. Lee shares her transf...

Send a text Summary In this episode of the Becoming Embodied podcast, host Shawn L Copeland engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Lea Pearson, exploring her extensive journey through music, education, and the challenges faced by musicians. They discuss the importance of safety and belonging in fostering creativity, the impact of family dynamics on self-worth, and the systemic issues within music...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn Copeland and guest Dr. Jackie McElwain delve into the themes of safety, belonging, and self-mapping in the context of embodied creativity. They explore their personal journeys, the importance of creating safe spaces for expression, and the challenges of vulnerability in performance. The conversation highlights the significance...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming Embodied podcast, host Shawn L Copeland delves into the foundational values of safety and belonging in the context of embodied creativity. He discusses the importance of safety in somatic work, drawing insights from the non-binary community and the neuroscience behind our nervous system's responses. The conversation explores how panic responses can...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland shares exciting updates about the mBODYed program, including a new website, core values, educational opportunities, and recent certifications. He emphasizes the importance of safety, belonging, and embodiment in fostering creativity and personal development. Shawn also introduces a new somatic coaching program and r...

Send a text In this special episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland reflects on the journey of the first season, expressing gratitude to listeners and collaborators. He highlights key topics covered, shares excitement for future episodes, and emphasizes the importance of community engagement and feedback. The episode concludes with acknowledgments and warm wishes for the hol...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland, along with guests Karen Cubidis and Brian Kai Chen, delve into the transformative power of embodied education in the performing arts. They discuss the challenges of navigating difficult conversations, the impact of empathy and authenticity in teaching, and the importance of inclusion and accessibility in music educ...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland and guest Karen Cubides delve into the evolving landscape of leadership, inspired by Brene Brown's insights on empathy and connection. They discuss the importance of self-connection as a precursor to building community and explore the challenges of language in creating safe spaces for musicians. The conversatio...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn L Copeland, along with guests Karen Cubides and Brian Kai Chin, delve into the intersection of music education, creativity, and the importance of belonging. They explore Brian's unique journey in academia, the systemic issues within music training, and the transformative power of the Alexander Technique. The conversation...

Send a text In this episode, Shawn and Karen discuss the role of curiosity, trial and error, and external focus in learning and movement. They use Karen's son's experience of learning to walk as an example of how the body naturally learns and adapts. They explore the concept of flashlighting and floodlighting attention, and how our attentional system affects our movement. They also discu...

Send a text Summary In this episode, Shawn and Karen discuss the concept of Becoming mBODYed and its importance in the performing arts. They explore how safety and belonging are central to this work and how it can help artists thrive. They also delve into the topics of perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the continual learning mindset. The conversation highlights the need for personal developmen...

Send a text In this episode, Shawn and Karen continue discussing embodied belonging and its impact on creativity. They explore the importance of recognizing and valuing one's unique voice and creative output before seeking validation from others. They also discuss how to find balance between learning and encouraging creativity, and how to reconnect with one's deep why. Shawn explains the...

Send a text " Movement is the direct pathway from imagination to performance. For reasons we may not be able to explain, these pathways get blocked. Becoming mBODYed will help you open these pathways, leading you to find the authentic expression of your creativity and imagination." In this episode, Shawn Copeland and Karen Cubides discuss the concept of belonging and its role in cultivat...

Send a text In this episode of the Becoming mBODYed podcast, host Shawn Copeland and guest Karen Cubides discuss the concept of belonging and its connection to Shawn's personal story. Shawn shares his journey of self-discovery and finding his place in various communities, from his Southern family to the music world. He also talks about his experience with a career-ending injury and how it led...

Send a text Announcing the Podcast! Becoming mBODYed is a production of and copyrighted by mBODYed, LLC, 2024. www.mbodyed.com Follow me at https://www.instagram.com/mbodyed/ and https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566020594221 The intro and exit music is Dark Matter by Carlos Velez , recorded by Tosca Duo on their CD Dimensions . A link to Carlos’s music is available at https://composercarl...