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For this special Mother’s Day episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah sits down with the person who shaped his life more than anyone else — his mom, Franny Higgins. What begins as a conversation about growing up on the Santa Barbara Mesa unfolds into a deeply personal story about love, family, hardship, creativity, motherhood, and finding beauty in ordinary moments. Franny reflects on meeting her h...

* This interview with ANIA originally aired on the radio on Jul 15, 2021  In ANIA's first appearance on The Jeremiah Show, we sit down with the guitarist, producer, songwriter, and artist for a conversation about creativity, independence, and establishing her place in modern rock music. Born in Poland and later moving to the United States as a teenager, ANIA shares her journey from teaching hersel...

* ORIGINALLY AIRED August 21, 2021   On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, rising artist Hunter Hawkins shares the story behind her debut EP Phase—a deeply personal project shaped by change, independence, and self-discovery. Hunter takes us through the evolution of the record, from writing her first songs after a transformative experience at a songwriting festival in Hawaii to navigating uncertain...

*Originally aired in January 2022 On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, rising indie artist Kailee Spark joins Jeremiah for a deep dive into creativity, songwriting, and her debut album Savor This. Kailee shares how her journey began—from writing poetry as a child to teaching herself guitar and releasing her first single “Passageways.” She opens up about her influences, her love of travel and anth...

A true story of love, music, and the long road back to yourself. In this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah talks with author Debora Masterson about her book Freedom Quest, a true story rooted in the 1960s music scene. It begins with a young love between two artists and follows a life shaped by touring, ambition, and unexpected turns. As the story unfolds, we are witness to how music, identity...

From an Oregon vineyard to Santa Barbara’s hottest new restaurant, Chef Dom Crisp shares a journey shaped by the land, discipline, and chasing a deeper purpose beyond the kitchen.   On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah sits down with Chef Dom Crisp, the chef behind Dom’s Taverna in Santa Barbara. Raised on a farm in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Dom learned early to respect the land — a mi...

What does it take to turn music history into something you can hold in your hands? On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah sits down with Morgan Woolsey, Senior Music Specialist at Julien’s Auctions, to explore the stories behind some of the most iconic artifacts in rock history. With a PhD in musicology from UCLA, Morgan shares how her passion for storytelling, research, and music led her...

Just two hours south of San Diego, in the heart of Valle de Guadalupe, a powerful movement is taking shape. On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah sits down with Amar Harrag and David Steel of the Ethos Baja Foundation to discuss their mission to build a culinary school at Rancho de los Niños—an orphanage that has provided a safe home for vulnerable children for over 55 years. This isn’t j...

On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Girl Named Tom sit down with Jeremiah to talk about their new album Dust to Dust, sharing the inspiration behind its themes of faith, justice, and personal growth. The trio reflect on their journey since winning The Voice, how their sound has evolved, and what it takes to stay grounded while building a global audience. From songwriting and recording to life on...

The Hollywood Composers Series Continues. Brought to you by The Jeremiah Show and Executive Producer Carol Connors   In this episode of The Jeremiah Show Hollywood Composers Series, Grammy-nominated composer and producer Shaun Drew takes us inside his creative world, sharing a curated journey through his music and the stories behind it. From deeply personal compositions shaped by grief and reflect...

Jeremy Keith is stepping into his moment on The Voice, but his journey has been years in the making. In this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremy shares what it feels like to move from a longtime background vocalist into the spotlight as a solo artist. After more than two decades in the music industry, his blind audition marked a turning point—one that challenged him to see himself differently and...

The Grammy and Oscar after-party with Lash and Jeremiah - What’s Inside the "Everyone Wins" Oscars Gift Bag? Lash Fary Reveals All...   Lash Fary, founder of Distinctive Assets and the longtime force behind Hollywood’s most talked-about gift bags, joins The Jeremiah Show for a lively conversation about the Oscars, the origins of the “Everyone Wins” nominee gift bag, and the brands that turn celebr...

On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah sits down with internationally celebrated composer and songwriter Randy Edelman.   Known for creating some of the most recognizable themes in film—including Gettysburg, The Last of the Mohicans, My Cousin Vinny, and The Mask—Edelman reflects on the remarkable journey behind his music and the stories that shaped his career. The conversation begins with...

On this episode of The Jeremiah Show, Jeremiah welcomes Sean Mendelson and Jason Mendelson to explore the legacy and ongoing story of one of television’s most beloved cultural treasures: Peanuts. As the sons of legendary producer Lee Mendelson, Sean and Jason grew up around the creative partnership that brought Charles M. Schulz’s characters to life on screen, together they continue the family’s r...

Larry Vigon built his name at the center of rock history, designing more than 200 iconic album covers for artists including Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Counting Crows, Bonnie Raitt, and Eric Clapton, earning induction into the Album Cover Hall of Fame in 2020. Today, the Santa Barbara-based designer and fine artist channels that same visual instinct into books, posters, and g...

Los Angeles’ own Golda Zahra steps into 2026 with momentum and purpose.    After four sold-out concerts in 2025, the soprano — praised by the Los Angeles Times as “the rising star of the opera world” — takes the stage March 8 at Royce Hall for NOWRUZ: LIGHT ALWAYS PREVAILS, presented by Farhang Foundation. She joins the legendary Parissawith the Iranshahr Orchestra in a 40-piece performance honori...

On California’s Central Coast, composer, producer, designer, and engineer Graham Palmer has built his career around one core idea: sound should serve the story.    A graduate of UC Santa Barbara (B.A. in Film and Media Studies, minor in music) and Berklee College of Music (M.A. in Music Production), Palmer moves fluidly between records, radio, film, theater, and live performance, shaping projects...

Join us as Chef Philip Franklin Lee shares his journey through the culinary world, from his early fascination with sushi to opening multiple acclaimed restaurants and his appearances on Bravo's Top Chef. Discover insights on sourcing, restaurant management, and the pursuit (and achievement) of Michelin stars in this inspiring conversation. * Since the date of this interview, Chef Phillip Frankland...

Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Margarita Kallas Lee, a Latvian-born pastry chef and restaurateur, who shares her insights on culinary creativity, restaurant management, and the art of crafting unforgettable dining experiences. Discover her story from Latvia to Los Angeles, her innovative menus, and her vision for the future of fine dining.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest In...

In this episode of The Jeremiah Show, host Jeremiah Higgins engages with Mendeleyev, a unique artist known for his rich voice and philosophical approach to music. They explore Mendeleyev's journey as a musician, his experiences on The Voice, and the significance of his name. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of being a solo artist, the meaning behind his song 'Pure', and the...

In this episode of The Jeremiah Show, host Jeremiah Higgins engages with two remarkable guests: Jean-Michel Cousteau, an environmentalist and educator, and Jaime Kostechko, a creative director in event planning. Cousteau discusses the urgent need for climate action and the importance of education in protecting our oceans. He reflects on the impact of human activity on the environment and emphasize...

“Things as they are, are changed on the blue guitar.”   The Hollywood Film Composers Series  Presented by The Jeremiah Show and Executive Producer Carol Connors   Hall of Fame songwriter and Six-time GRAMMY® winner, Hall of Fame songwriter, and producer Glen Ballard shares insights into his illustrious career, discussing his roots in Natchez, Mississippi, the art of songwriting, and his collaborat...

“I realized I was working with many, many different cultures… all this culture was coming into my studio.”   The Hollywood Film Composers Series  Presented by The Jeremiah Show and Executive Producer Carol Connors  ~ Cyril Morin has built a career on a rare skill: finding humanity’s musical score in the distance in between.   The Paris-born, Conservatoire-trained composer—featured on The Jeremiah...

The Hollywood Film Composers Series  Presented by The Jeremiah Show and Executive Producer Carol Connors    Composer Zain Effendi’s résumé sounds unreal when read aloud—GRAMMY®-nominated for Best Instrumental Composition for his piece “Opening,” a Hollywood Music in Media Awards standout, and the composer behind music now playing perpetually inside Walt Disney theme parks worldwide.   What stands...

Singer and songwriter Kendra Erika opens up about the long game behind her chart success—and why her bold new chapter feels like a return home.   With five Billboard Top 10 dance hits to her name, including a No. 1 debut for her modern reimagining of Laura Branigan’s Self Control, Erika could have easily stayed in the comfort of club charts and EDM dominance. Instead, she chose reinvention. Centra...