Michael Averill
Write Songs You Love
Have you ever felt like you’ve lost touch with your inner creative compass? Is songwriting a practice you want to maintain for the rest of your life? Have you ever thought about “why,” you write songs? Each week, host Michael Averill shares heart warming stories from his own experience as a touring singer/songwriter, as well as with guests, about songs that have been impactful, and why. There's always a way to put your unique fingerprint in your songwriting, and Michael is here to help you do it. Walk along with Michael @writesongsyoulove on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and challenges.
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Michael Averill
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Latest episode
Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Ty Berendina on Stress that Motivates, Collaboration, and the Making of Wasted on the Rocks 15.01.2026 1:16:05
Singer-Songwriter Ty Berendina returns to share behind the scenes of her first album, Wasted on the Rocks. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join the Write Songs You Love Member calls, visit https://writesongsyoulove.substac...
Tea-Cupdate 2026 08.01.2026 32:05
The 2026 Teacup Challenge is coming to a close soon, and it has been as inspiring, fun, and productive as always. Listen in today for a new way of looking at the upcoming year. More info on the Teacup Challenge and where to join in on the fun here. You can still take part. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Faceb...
Teacup Challenge 2026 Begins! 01.01.2026 1:05:50
Here we go folks! The Teacup Challenge 2026 has landed! Today’s episode shows how it’s done in real time, and gives tips on how you can participate to the fullest ❤️. More info on the Teacup Challenge and where to join in on the fun here. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community...
Holiday Creativity 25.12.2025 14:42
Wishing you all the best from Write Songs You Love ❤️. Thanks for a wonderful 2025! Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join the Write Songs You Love Member calls, visit https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com/ to expand and...
Satoshi Yano on Keeping Music Fresh, Mixed Feelings, and Pineapples 18.12.2025 1:12:27
A candid chat with Kelowna based Singer/Songwriter Satoshi Yano about the importance of staying nervous, sussing out who we write for, artistic subjectivity, and celebrating our friends. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join t...
Language 11.12.2025 36:02
What you say has impact. *Note for those wanting to jam with the live song - the chords are C#, F#, Ab, with a Bbm, F#, C# turn around, (Not D, G, A, Bm, G, A as I said on the episode). Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join th...
Daughter of the Moon on Going into the Vault, The Ocean of Songs, and Love Led Song Sharing 04.12.2025 1:06:08
Travelling songstress and song seeker Daughter of the Moon makes her debut on the podcast with a big splash. We hit everything from purpose, to the places we write from, what we might deem as too much for public consumption, and the ocean of songs. Get your notepad out for this one. Follow along and connect with Daughter of the Moon on Instagram. Share your thoughts on this episode in the ...
Kayla Dawn on the Magic of Boo Boos, Learning to Love Our Voice, and Being More Ourselves 27.11.2025 1:15:29
Singer/Songwriter/Music Therapist Kayla Dawn returns to share about her new feel good and empowering anthem “More of Me,” and as well as the challenges that come with learning to love your voice. Connect with Kayla here Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community...
Jodie B. on White Noise, Sharing Wisdom, and the Magic of Everyday Conversations 20.11.2025 43:16
Jodie B, producer, engineer, multi-instrumentalist, performing artist, and owner of Frequency 528 returned to share about her latest release “White Noise,” how she’s helping artist/producers develop, and how the Frequency team is inviting in community conversations through a brand new podcast. Connect with Jodie on Instagram. Check out all the great happenings at Frequency 528. Listen to the Frequ...
Caleb McAlpine on The Patchwork of Influence, Friendly Reminders, and Re-Envisioning Old Work 13.11.2025 1:04:44
Canadian songwriter/composer Caleb McAlpine, known as Common Fires , and also a member of the super indie rock group nightshades, speaks to the unique places we can find inspiration, how our friends can help keep us connected to our songs, and re-envisioning old work. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook C...
Harnessing the Request 06.11.2025 43:32
“But people just want to hear songs they know.” Have you ever been told that as a performing songwriter? If so, this episode is dedicated to you. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join the Write Songs You Love Member calls, vis...
Songs By Death Q&A with April Bell, Sailing the Sewage, and Afterlife Snacks 30.10.2025 1:37:43
The annual Q&A with Death is here, this time with the twist of a guest host, and a brand new collaboration with a Write Songs You Love member! Connect with Songs By Death on Instagram. Grab tickets for Death’s show with friends at Freddy’s in Kelowna, BC, Oct. 31st! Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook...
Preparing for Death 23.10.2025 45:26
If you could ask Death a question, what would you ask? Today's episode will help you get acquainted with Death, and may inform your question. Next week, Death is coming on to be interviewed by a special guest interviewer. If you have an inquiry burning to be answered by Death, send it in, and I’ll make sure it gets asked. Share your thoughts on this episode in the ...
Starting Off on the Right Foot 16.10.2025 35:18
Whether it’s songwriting, starting a show, or waking up in the morning, the foot we start off with makes all the difference. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join the Write Songs You Love Member calls, visit https://writesongsyou...
Cole Blakely and Claire Kuzmyk on Storytelling for Performance, Writing What You Know, and Songwriting Processes 09.10.2025 1:30:06
Singer/Songwriter extraordinaires Cole Blakely and Claire Kuzmyk discuss all the edges of their songwriting processes individually and collaboratively, as well as what can be explored in the public sharing of songs with stories. Visit Cole on Instagram. Visit Claire on Instagram. See them live at the Creekside Theatre on October 18th in Lake Country, BC. Share your thoughts on this episode in the...
Josh + Bex on Living in Our Emotions and Balancing the Light and Heavy 02.10.2025 1:25:52
Monashee Mountain Folk duo from the Okanagan Valley of BC, Canada, Josh + Bex came on today to share about their roots as individual songwriters, and how they’ve creatively come together. Learn more and connect with Josh + Bex on their website. Visit them on Instagram. See them live at the Creekside Theatre on October 18th in Lake Country, BC. Share your thoughts on this episode in the ...
Kandace Stoneman on Safety, Belonging, and Navigating the Struggle Bus 25.09.2025 1:19:31
Speaker/life coach/emotional intelligence consultant Kandace Stoneman shares how making friends with our emotions can lead to a more fulfilling and creatively rich life. Learn more and connect with Kandace on her website. Visit her on Instagram. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community...
The Journey of a Little Red Wagon 18.09.2025 28:45
My Dad wrote a song over 50 years ago using a little red wagon as an analogy to life. Somehow, the branches of this song continue to grow in unique and mysterious ways. To follow along with my personal artist/songwriter/speaking pursuits, visit https://www.michaelaverillproductions.com/ To listen to Little Red Wagon and more of My Dad’s Songs, visit bandcamp. Check out Karen Angle's new...
Ashleigh Summer on Leaning into Space, and Music on the Porch 11.09.2025 1:05:24
Feel good folk pop slinger Ashleigh Summer shares about her recent release "Front Porch Swing," and the journey that comes with giving space to creativity and songwriting. Connect and follow along with Ashleigh on her website. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community...
Shalisa on Perspective, Making Things Lighter, and Releasing Songs for Different Reasons Than You Thought 04.09.2025 1:14:48
Shalisa, country girl gone rogue, shares about the importance of perspective and sometimes being surprised about who songs actually resonate with. Connect and follow along with Shalisa in various ways here. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community gr...
Coming this Fall to Write Songs You Love 28.08.2025 25:44
Hear what’s coming up this Fall at Write Songs You Love! Share your favourite finished song from the Iced Teacup Challenge on September 6th at 4pm pacific. Watch the Facebook group for more info. See Nevaeh Dyson and Diane Barbarash play live at Frequency 528 in Kelowna on Aug. 29th. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Lo...
Nevaeh Dyson on The Core of Why, The Beauty of the Unpredictable, and Leaving Gifts for Yourself 21.08.2025 1:02:52
Alt-Folk Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller Nevaeh Dyson shares about how curiosity and an open mind can lead to better ways forward in challenging times. Follow along with Nevaeh’s music and journey See Nevaeh play at Frequency 528 in Kelowna with former podcast guest Diane Barbarash on Aug. 29th. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write So...
Iced Tea-Cupdate 2025 14.08.2025 49:04
It’s Summer time for Write Songs You Love, and with it, highlights and updates from the annual Iced Teacup Challenge. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. To join the Write Songs You Love Member calls, visit https://writesongsyoulove.subst...
Cal Volpe on Redirecting Drive, The Teacup Challenge, and Releasing His First Album 07.08.2025 1:15:30
Kelowna based Singer/Songwriter/Looper Cal Volpe shares about the growth and surprises that happened along the journey from writing to releasing his first album. Listen to Cal’s new album titled “Alone,” on Spotify. Connect with Cal and follow along on his adventures on Instagram. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love...
Shannon Coppin on Putting Yourself on the Hook, Expressing Through the Guitar, and Whistling in Public for the First Time 31.07.2025 1:32:54
Shannon Coppin, multi-dimensional creative, nature lover, and founder of Gateway Ranch shares about one of the boldest and heart warming first time performances you will ever hear. Learn more about Shannon and her happenings on the Gateway Ranch website. Share your thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community...
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