Living Instead with Olivia Lane

Listen to the song "Living Instead" here: https://smarturl.it/livinginstead/

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Becca (@beccastevens) is an author, speaker, priest, social entrepreneur and founder of the Nashville based Thistle Farms (@thistlefarms).

Listen to the song "Living Instead" here: https://smarturl.it/livinginstead/ 

Connect with Olivia: 

Site: http://olivialane.com 

Instagram: http://instagram.com/olivialanemusic

 Facebook: http://facebook.com/olivialanemusic 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/olivialanemusic 

Spotify: http://olivialane.com/spotify

Country duo Hasting & Co. (@hastingandco) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) talk about independent artist life and how tragedy can lead to the biggest breakthroughs. Olivia asks them about the duo dynamic and the challenges of having two brains for one brand. ALSO, make sure to presave Olivia's new original Christmas song called "Feeling Like Christmas" now!

Rachel Deeb (@rkdeeb) is a full-time photographer, graphic designer, painter, filmmaker and social media strategist. Olivia (@olivialanemusic) and Rachel discuss the current climate for artists in Nashville, how photos & social media are crucial in branding an artist and how one day Rachel hopes to start her own company to help artists communicate their brand. Check Rachel out at her website: www.racheldeeb.com (also pre-save Olivia’s new original Christmas song “Feeling Like Christmas” NOW!)

Dana-Maxx (@thebehappyproject) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) discuss what true happiness means and how to find it. Both happiness and self-love take work, but it’s available to you right now if you are willing to lean into it. Through their personal journeys, they dissect the true meaning of happiness.

On the heels of her brand new album "Pauline," singer/songwriter Ashley Ray (@ashleyraymusic) chats with Olivia (@olivialanemusic) about her journey to Nashville, writing the song "The Daughters" for Little Big Town, and why being your authentic self is the only way to be. They also talk about their mutual love for Cheryl Strayed's book "Tiny, Beautiful Things."

Singer/songwriter Stephanie Quayle (@stephaniequayle) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) catch up on what they’ve been doing to stay creative and productive this year. They discuss things like the mutual struggles they share being optimistic, independent (literally and career wise) females, how artists are basically Jedi knights, and so much more! These two women are kindred spirits.  

Social media coach, content creator and influencer Jera Bean (@jera.bean) and singer/songwriter Olivia Lane (@olivialanemusic) talk about living your truth authentically on social media, how failures are all part of the journey, and how feeling the fear is a good thing but pressing through it is where the magic happens! Don't miss the GREAT social media tips Jera drops in this episode! 

Singer/Songwriter/Artist Levi Hummon (@levihummon) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) break down Levi's musical journey in Nashville. From having it all (the label deal, the publishing deal, the position every young artist dreams of) to walking away from it, Levi discovers his authentic self as an independent artist,  emerging stronger and more "on-brand" than ever.

Ellen Britton (@ellenbrittonguitar) has been teaching Olivia (@olivialanemusic) guitar for almost a decade. In this episode, they talk about some realities of the music industry, how luck and skill work together, and how confidence building comes from jumping in and going for whatever you want to do, even if you don’t feel 100% ready. Mistakes are a necessary part of the journey!

Fresh off Amazon Prime's show World's Toughest Race Eco-Challenge Fiji, Sonja Wieck (@gosonja) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) talk about how the pain you deal with in life is meant for you and how it can ultimately lead you to finding your bigger purpose in life. Sometimes the gift of getting your pinnacle goal achieved is realizing it didn't even matter.

Alexander Ludwig (@alexanderludwig, actor/singer/songwriter/model/screenwriter) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) talk about life's ups and downs, rehab, gratitude and finding the courage to ask for help. Alexander has recently embarked on his country singing & songwriting career with his new song called "Let Me Be Your Whiskey." They also reminisce about their college days, which is where they met and took songwriting class together. Between never heard before admissions to gold nuggets of wisdom, you don't want to miss this season 2 premiere episode. Make sure

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) features her fan’s stories and how they are getting out of their heads, changing their lives for the better and living the life they want instead. Change is hard, but everyone’s doing it! You’re always one decision way from a totally different life.

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) recounts her favorite moments from Season 1 of the Living Instead podcast. She also has a brand new song called ’Nothing Changes’ out July 17th (this Friday) so make sure to go listen! Olivia says, “I want to thank all my guests from this season immensely. Your vulnerability inspires me. I can’t WAIT for season 2!

Nicole (@nicoleppryor) is a business owner, entrepreneur, talent agent and the first African American to play her role in the musical Phantom Of The Opera. Nicole and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) talk process for success, passion and how working your butt off will get you where you want to go. They also discuss racial injustice and potential solutions, which include things like Nicole’s amazing nonprofit ‘Inclusion Media Group’ (@inclusionmediagroup).

Country/soul artist Drake White (@drakewhitestomp) tells Olivia (@olivialanemusic) about his near death experience when he collapsed onstage halfway through a show in August 2019 as a result of a hemorrhagic stroke. This life changing moment was not only a gut check but in Drake's words "a revival" in his heart and soul. They talk about faith, the importance of gratitude and how all that plays into knowing that we all are exactly where we are supposed to be.

Singer/songwriter Maggie Rose (@iammaggierose) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) discuss their artist journeys to and through Nashville as indie artists and how they both realized forging their own way was the necessary path to creative freedom not only in their art, but in their personal lives. They reflect on the importance of gut checks, remembering what's important during hard times and how discomfort can lead to the greatest kinds of change.

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) checks back in with country artist Mickey Guyton (@mickeyguyton) to discuss current events on America’s new chapter in the fight to racial equality. From heart wrenching true life stories to laughable moments, this podcast covers educational yet heavy topics wrapped with a bow of hope that there is a light at the end of this tunnel. It will be a fight, but it’s a fight worth having to get to a better world on the other side. Listen to Mickey’s new song ‘Black Like Me’ now!

Mickey Guyton (@mickeyguyton) and Olivia (@olivialanemusic) dive into their complex artist journeys as female country artists in Nashville. Each of their paths filled with personal struggles yet both women emerge with the power of knowing that what makes you unique is owning your truth, your story and your identity. Check out Mickey's brand new song 'Black Like Me' now!

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) and her trainer Katie Barnes (@katiebarnesfitness) discuss some ways people go wrong in their workouts and how fitness should supplement your life, not stress you out. Ever seen Gwen Stefani’s perfect abs? Katie is responsible for bouncing Gwen back after her pregnancy, plus Katie has worked with several celebrities over her career. Katie is a go-to trainer to help you achieve all your fitness goals.

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) and her vocal coach Chanelle Guyton (@chanelleguyton) discuss the journey of Olivia healing her voice and the importance of being aligned mentally, physically and spiritually, not just for singers, but for everybody. Want to develop your skills as a singer? Check out Singing Success (@singingsuccess).

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) and her stylist Katy Robbins (@katyrobbinsstylist) of 5 years discuss the importance of loving what you see in the mirror, which includes the clothes you wear and how you feel when you wear them. Style is style and fashion is fashion, but in a seemingly trivial subject matter, confidence can be found in taking ownership of how you present yourself and express yourself through personal style.

Olivia (@olivialanemusic) interviews author, meditation teacher and inner peace professional Barb Schmidt (@peaceful_barb).  From discussing their experiences in therapy to taking control of your own thoughts, this episode is filled with nuggets of wisdom on how to find the power in a peaceful existence.

With her big personality and optimistic outlook on life, Olivia draws back the curtain on her journey to self-discovery and living her best life as a songwriter, artist and human in her new podcast called "Living Instead". From hilarious and heart-wrenching stories to inspiring step by step explanations, Olivia and her guests share their personal stories and explore the ways they've decided to lead happier and healthier lives, even when anxiety and stress creep in. Let's explore less living in our heads, and more living instead.