MakerCast
By Morgan James Smith
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MakerCast Apr 14, 2020
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 14
The last time meditation, the four reminders, and one haunting theremin sample.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 13
A rambling introduction, a buffet of meditation, and taking refuge in the three jewels.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 12
Join me for this reading on four part Tonglen Meditation. Working with breath as we inhale pain and difficult emotions and exhale joy and peace and expansiveness. It's good medicine.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 11
Unblocking the river, renunciation, and learning to play like a raven in the wind.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 10
Buckwheat husks, my indoor water feature, and 9 very helpful suggestions.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 9
There's a mosquito that you can't hear, let a forest fire be a forest fire, and the four noble truths.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 8
Come, have a bite of this Turkish Delight. Also, words of advice: If you meet the Buddha, kill the Buddha.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 7
Various definitions of treasure, seeking enlightenment, and the difference between heaven and hell.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 6
Upside down bouldering, Daniel number one, and connecting to joy.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 5
My butcher friends and the rules of the kitchen, plus what wakes us up and what keeps us children forever.
Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 4
Facing asymmetry, former selves, and meditating with our eyes open.
53. Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 3
A wooden table, orange slices, the spitting tree, and the "mishap" lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
52. Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 2
The names of my childhood dentists, Santa's silver sleigh bells, and directing loving-kindness inward.
51. Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open - Part 1
Pickup trucks with fully functioning heaters, Mariah Carey, and Pema Chodron.
This episode includes 10 minutes of meditation. If I may offer a tea pairing for this portion of the episode: https://songtea.com/products/song-red
This is the tea that I was enjoying while creating this episode.
This episode includes music samples from the site SPLICE, clips from Mariah Carey (for dramatic emphasis), as well as a reading from the book Awakening Loving Kindness by Pema Chodron. https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Loving-Kindness-Pema-Chodron/dp/1570622590
Lookahead: Head Up, Heart Full, Eyes Open
Preview of the next 14 weeks of Makercast
Awakening Loving Kindness: https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Loving-Kindness-Pema-Chodron/dp/1570622590
Bonus: 10 minutes of meditation
Join me for ten minutes of meditation.
50. The Rarest Gemstone; The Finest Gold
A note to you. A note to me. A note to all of us.
Music for this episode:
SoulSurplus - Various Samples
Ghostrifter - Sundown Drive
To read Everything Is Waiting For You by David Whyte: https://onbeing.org/poetry/everything-is-waiting-for-you/
For his book by the same title: https://www.amazon.com/Everything-Waiting-You-David-Whyte/dp/0962152463
49. A Little Bit of Brain Food
Learn along with me as I sift through and benefit from the work of Poet and Teacher Mark Nepo.
(https://marknepo.com/books_onelife.php)
Music for this Episode:
Crowander - Medita
Daniel Birch - Sustained Light
Bio Unit - Industrial Zone
48. Working With Fear
Stories about working with fear.
Music for this episode:
Oh My - Patrick Patrikios
Sing A Rainbow - Peggy Lee
47. Want What You Have
A look into bridging the gap between where we are and where we want to be, through learning to want that which we already have.
*The concepts in this episode were inspired by the work of William B Irvine (https://www.williambirvine.com/)*
Music for this episode:
NOMYN - FLOW
46. The Empathy Episode
Listen in as I process my way through the difference between sympathy and empathy. Also, new song alert.
Music for this episode:
Silent Partner - Chocolate River, Sunday Drive, Bet On It
Puddle Of Infinity - Open Sea Morning
Link to a video of Marshall Rosenberg talking about empathy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tahOuqFS8kM&t=936s
45. Some boxes fit, some boxes don't.
An episode about boxes.
Music for this episode:
Sapajou - Lipsia, Intencion
Jul - Scott Buckley
Stan Tough - Barbie Girl
44. How To Love
Reflection and readings from the book How To Love by Thich Nhat Hanh.
Music for this episode:
Kesta - Strung Low, Astral Travel, Wild Rivers, Underlying, Beautiful Hope
Nico De Napoli - Bach Prelude in E Flat Minor
James Blackshaw - Cross
43. Nothing To Show For It
What we end up having to show for our efforts in the creative realm is often not external. Instead, it is the cathartic release and the ability to live our daily lives with a lightened load that can be the result of the creative process.
Music for this episode:
Leonell Cassio - A Magical Journey Through Space
Godmode - Underwater Exploration, On The Island
Cheel - Lazy Walk
Delicate Steve - Seasons
Reed Mathis - Outlaws Farewell (Part II)
As I mention in the credits, I am revamping my Patreon as I reevaluate how I want to source funding for this project. Deep thanks to all you patrons, and please cancel your memberships for now as I look forward towards new methods and perks for patronage!
42. Mental Noting, Quality of Attention, and the Great Stampede
Join in as I process my thoughts on meditation techniques, time, attention, and a simplified life.
Music for this Episode:
RYYZN - The Clock
Tokyo Music Walker - Morning Station, When I was a Boy
Patrick Patrikios - Feels
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41. Big Things, little things
When I lose perspective, on my work, on my place in the world, it is important for me to take a few steps back. Today on MakerCast, I share with you a recent strategy that has made a world of difference in how I relate to myself, my surroundings, and my creative projects.
Music for this episode:
AWN - Nouvelle Lune
ASHUTOSH - Inspire
SMITH THE MISTER - Clocks
AERØHEAD - Fragments
REXLAMBO - Fly Away
LOXBEATS - Underground Stars
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Bonus: The Crystal Egg
Enjoy this bonus episode of a reading of The Crystal Egg by H.G. Wells
Bonus: Quiet
Enjoy this new song I've been working on reminding us of the importance of stillness and quiet.
40. Body, Mind, Spirit - Interview with Jack Stafford
Join in on this conversation with Jack Stafford, musician and host of the podcast "Podsongs" (https://podsongs.com) as we talk about creativity, body, mind, spirit, and higher consciousness.
Music for this episode:
Jack Stafford - The Mother Earth, Winter in Perdifumo
Godmode - Underwater Exploration, Spring Field
Ofshane - Sunset n Beachz
To dig deeper into some of the concepts from this episode, visit: https://www.aetherius.org/ as well as https://www.youtube.com/user/MysticKnowledge.
To stay up to date on all things Jack Stafford, visit: https://thejackstaffordfoundation.com/
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39. The Time Is Always Right, To Do Right
Join in as I share a reflection from MLK Day 2018, and a song honoring MLK Day 2021.
Enjoy the show? Wanna buy me a Latte? https://ko-fi.com/makercast
Music for this episode:
Yours truly
Bobby Richards
Patrick Patrikios
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38. Be Well - Interview with One Mad Man
Join in on this conversation with One Man Mad, whose new album "Be Well" drops on January 8th, 2021.
To preorder the new album and to keep up to date on all things One Mad Man, visit: https://www.onemadmanmusic.com/
Follow One Mad Man on IG: https://www.instagram.com/onemadmanmusic/
To support the ongoing creation of this podcast, please visit: https://patreon.com/makercast
37. Morgan and the One Hundred No's of Fortitude
Time to talk another walk with me. This time through the forest near the Sunriver Nature Center where I am kept company by a full moon, an owl, a swan and an otter. Join in on this reflection as I discover the importance of a shift in perspective when sharing work with the world.
If you'd like to support the ongoing creation of this podcast, please visit: https://patreon.com/makercast
36. The Ferry with Mary Lou Sanelli
I stumbled on a poem during a trip to the Olympic Peninsula. It struck a chord, as did its author, Mary Lou Sanelli. Join in on this conversation about writing, dancing, failing with confidence, celebrating the victories, and living a creative life.
For more information on Mary's work visit: http://www.marylousanelli.com/
Music for this episode:
FREDJI - Happy Life
LEMMiNO - Voyage
Silent Partner - Parasail, Ether
Ghostrifter - Wistful Rain
Huma Huma - Crimson Fly
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35. A Sobering Day
Today on the show I get more vulnerable than other episodes. Sharing my life experience as it relates to sobriety.
Music for this episode:
Puddle of Infinity - Open Sea Morning, Their Story, Them Seeing,
Silent Partner - The Rain, Birds, Octagon, Pacific Hike, Sinking Ship, Underwater, Yard Sale
Topher Mohr and Alex Elena - Trips, Where I'm From
Media Right Productions - Happy Mandolin
SOMM - Date Under Rain
Kevin Macleod - Easy Day
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34. Holy Lakes - Interview with Erik from the band NAYAD.
Stockholm based band NAYAD creates music that is as emotionally moving as it is energizing. This episode I welcome listeners into my conversation with pianist and composer Erik. Listen in as we talk about music, inspiration, mindfulness and tapping into the inner-child as a means of accessing inspiration.
For more of NAYAD's music listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ljZUgzfEnBpnaFLzwUnWt
And follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nayadhq/?hl=en
Music for this episode:
NAYAD - Ingen Vet, Holy Lakes (Dusk), don't be mad if I don't come along
Additional music/excerpts:
The Blanks - Hey Ya
Eddie Meduza - Ragga Runt
Band Unknown - Swedish Flower Time is Coming
Nils Frahm - Some
Helios - Seeming
Totalselfhatred - Enlightment
Helloween - All Over The Nations
Short segment from the 2001 film starting Audrey Tautou, Amelie.
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33. Identity Part 2: Fluidity
When our muse says take a hard left, we have to be ready. Art will make us just as much as we make it. We just have to let it.
Music for this episode:
Vendredi - New Dawn
Topher Mohr and Alex Elena - How About It
Silent Partner - Frequency
Another Kid - Noodles
SOMM - Blossom
Tubebackr - The Valley
To support the ongoing creation of this podcast, please visit: https://patreon.com/makercast
32. It's All About Money - Interview with Dr. Jerry Nelson
Metal Sculptor Dr. Jerry Nelson shares his experience with creativity, meditation, and finding bliss.
To see photo's of Jerry's work, visit: https://www.facebook.com/ironartiowa
Music for this episode:
Steve Adams - Sleeper
Patrick Patrikios - All Stars
To support the ongoing creation of this podcast, please visit: https://patreon.com/makercast
31. Identity Part 1: Stand Your Ground
Standing strong in our identities as creatives and viewing creative output as an offering can really change the lens through which we interact with the world.
Music for this Episode:
Dan Henig - Violet Spirit
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Bonus Episode. "Young Man Axelbrod"
Enjoy this bonus episode with a reading of the short story Young Man Axelbrod by Sinclair Lewis.
Bonus: "Dust"
Enjoy my new song titled "Dust", in this bonus episode of MakerCast.
30. "Renascence"
Art, suffering, language, and the work in the in-between.
Music for this episode:
E's Jammy Jams - Three Wise People
The Mini Vandals - Vaculator Blues
Track Tribe - Lights
Dan Bodan - 13 Cocktails
Lauren Duski - Carried
Asher Fulero - Pouring Out
DJ Williams - A Kiss For Amanda
Joey Pecoraro - Jazz Apricot
Beethovan - Moonlight Sonata
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29. "The Prophet"
An episode of listening. Enjoy these readings from "The Prophet" by Kahlil Gibran
Music for this episode:
Chris Haugen - Hannah's Song
Futuremono - Stillness
The Tides - Somnolent & Seclusion & Dream Escape
E's Jammy Jams - Frolic & Gamela
Benjamin Martins - Vitality
Esther Abrami - No. 10 - a new beginning
Tom Pierson who read for this episode as well as contributing his singing, chanting and harmonium playing offers much in the realm of the healing arts. Learn more at https://teatimewithtom.com/
To support the ongoing creation of this podcast, visit: Patreon.com/makercast.
28. "The Act Of Creation" Interview with T. Soward
Parenthood and Creativity - Compatible or no? Today on the episode I look at that question, within myself, and with my guest, rapper T. Soward.
For more of T. Soward's music, visit: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SbFFSlSvMOWIHn22z4Hc2
Additional music for this episode by:
Patino
Silent Partner
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PS. Happy birthday Mom!
27. "Dear Nation"
In this episode, I spend a dark and early morning reflecting on myself, my old hometown, and the state of the world through prose. Also, tea lights and a laundry list of Oreo varieties.
Music for this Episode:
Chad Crouch
Noir Et Blanc Vie
Vans In Japan
Kwon
Dan Bodan
Steve Adams
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26. "When My Studio Door Is Shut, Its Shut" - Interview With Jilly Shires
Listen in on this conversation with Cheshire based abstract painter and teacher Jilly Shires.
For more information on Jilly's work visit: https://www.instagram.com/jillyshires/
or
https://www.artmajeur.com/jillshires
Music for this episode:
Gluck Gluck Ballet Suite no. 1
Dan Henig - Sunrise In Paris
Emmit Fenn - Wander
Hanu Dixit - Requiem in Cello
Dan Bodan - National Express + Bucolic Acrylic
Asher Fulero - Good for the Soul
Patiño - Miss you love
Kwon - Don't Wanna Be
To support the ongoing creation of this podcast, visit: https://www.patreon.com/MakerCast
25. "Wildfires"
Processing strong emotions and offering companionship and solace during this devastating wildfire season.
Music for this episode:
Patino - Sacred Lotus
Dan Bodan - Fortress Europe
Gilli Cuddy - Jupiter The Blue
Night Owl - Broke For Free
John Lippi and the Overtimers - St. Francis
Corbyn Kites - Orbit
The Whole Other - Breakfast Alone
Jesse Gallagher - The Golden Present
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24. "Pinball, Peanuts, Painting, and Beer" - Interview with John Tracey
John Tracey, competitive pinball player and longtime friend joins MakerCast. Art, pinball, and everything in between. Did you know that pinball was illegal in many major cities between 1942 and 1976? Listen in to discover the unique circumstances that led to the banning of pinball and the shot that changed the minds of judges and helped return pinball to a mainstream activity.
To learn more about John's passion for pinball, visit: http://lynnsarcade.com/
To learn more about John's familial roots in surrealist painting visit: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yves_Tanguy
Music for this episode:
Silent Partner - How It began
Emmit Fenn - Mama
Esther Abrami - No 1 Waltz in A Minor
Joey P - Russian Dance
Wake Up (instrumental) by Wataboi https://soundcloud.com/wataboi
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/al-wake-up
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/6YjQKoEZFRw
To hear the full, unedited conversation with John, visit: https://patreon.com/makercast
23. Creation, Reception, and the Time and Space Between.
We all crave validation and affirmation as human beings and as artists. Where we source that however, can have a strong impact on the creative process. Listen in on this weeks musings on the scope and timeline of the creative process.
Music for this episode:
chill. by sakura Hz https://soundcloud.com/sakurahertz
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/chill-sakuraHz
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/pF2tXC1pXNo
Chill Night by Amine Maxwell & MICHAL
https://soundcloud.com/aminemaxwell
https://youtube.com/c/michalcovers
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/al-chill-night
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Demised To Shield by Ghostrifter Official
https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-official
Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0
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22. "Lucky, Grateful, and Happy" - Interview with Ralph Olsen
Join in on this enlightening conversation with Ralph Olsen, longtime friend and founder of Last Third Best Third https://lastthirdbestthird.com/
Music for this episode:
Winding Road by Pyrosion https://soundcloud.com/pyrosion
Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/al-winding-road
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/kV07PqSZeDY
Acoustic guitar arrangement for song by TRow https://soundcloud.com/megatrev
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Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/trow-a-g-a-f-s
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In Time (Instrumental) by Dylan Emmet https://soundcloud.com/dylanemmet
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Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/in-time-instrumental
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AzYoVrMLa1Q
Chad Couch
Jason Shaw audionautix.com
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21. "Morgan and the Forty Bells of Gratitude"
Join in on this early morning gratitude practice full of reflections on life and blessings. To see a few photos of the bells used in this collection, visit: https://www.patreon.com/MakerCast
Music for this episode:
Undertow by Scott Buckley https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley
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Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/undertow-scott-buckley
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/kJm7Zd2XJ0o
Nightfall by Roa https://soundcloud.com/roa_music1031
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