Episode 335: Creative Frameworks & God-Given Callings—A Conversation with Dr. José Valentino Ruiz
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Flute 360 | Episode 335: Creative Frameworks & God-Given Callings—A Conversation with Dr. José Valentino Ruiz What if you’re not scattered—you’re just overwhelmed by options? And what if God is inviting you to simplify, focus, and flow? In this vulnerable and high-impact conversation, Dr. José Valentino Ruiz (multi-Grammy-winning flutist, entrepreneur, professor, theologian, and global arts leader) shares how faith, creativity, and calling intersect in the life of the artist. Whether you’re juggling too many roles or longing to feel clear in your next career step, this episode...
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Episode 334: The Missing Piece in Your Practice Routine—Your Voice
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Flute 360 | Episode 334: The Missing Piece in Your Practice Routine–Your Voice What if the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for doesn’t come from more scales or longer practice sessions—but from tuning into your own voice? In this powerful solo episode, Heidi unpacks a storytelling method that’s been quietly transforming the Flute 360 community. Inspired by the most recent Accelerator session, she shares her personal journey from stage fright to artistic freedom—and how podcasting (yes, podcasting!) helped unlock her truest sound. If performance anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt have...
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Episode 333: Silence, Resistance, and Showing Up Anyway
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Flute 360 | Episode 333: “Silence, Resistance & Showing Up Anyway” In this solo episode of the Flute 360 podcast, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay opens up about a quiet but powerful force many musicians face: resistance. Whether you're a flutist, music educator, or multi-passionate creative, this conversation invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and name what’s keeping you from your next breakthrough. Heidi shares reflections on her own creative process, including the internal blocks that surfaced while writing her upcoming book on holistic healing for musicians. Through stories from her...
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Episode 332: Is It the Universe…or God? Rethinking the Creative Process as a Flutist
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Flute 360 | Episode 332: "Is It the Universe…or God? Rethinking the Creative Process as a Flutist" In this solo episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay invites you into a vulnerable, soulful conversation about creativity, faith, and what it truly means to be a modern-day artist. Inspired by the Flute 360 Accelerator’s June book club selection, The Creative Act by Rick Rubin, Heidi reflects on how the book reshaped her understanding of artistry — and how viewing “the Source” through a faith-based lens revealed a deeper truth: that we are co-creators with God. This is not just a book review....
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Episode 331: Create More, People-Please Less with Melvine Naliaka
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Flute 360 | Episode 331: "Create More, People-Please Less with Melvine Naliaka" Have you ever felt like you're saying “yes” to everyone else but “no” to yourself? Maybe you’ve tried juggling too many roles—educator, performer, entrepreneur—and are left feeling stretched thin and stuck in burnout. Or maybe you’re craving permission to finally choose you and prioritize your creativity, but you're unsure how to say “no” without guilt. If any of that resonates, this episode was made for you. In today’s heartfelt conversation, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with...
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Episode 330: This Is Real Life – Two Flutists, One Faith, and a Journey Through It All with Dr. Kristin Caliendo
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Flute 360 | Episode 330: "This Is Real Life – Two Flutists, One Faith, and a Journey Through It All with Dr. Kristin Caliendo" This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a moment of truth, healing, and deep connection. Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Dr. Kristin Caliendo come together for a raw and heartfelt discussion on what it means to live a fully integrated life as a flutist, believer, caregiver, mother, teacher, and friend. It’s for the listener who feels pulled in too many directions and is craving clarity, energy, peace, and purpose. If you’ve been questioning how to juggle it...
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Episode 329: Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos
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Flute 360 | Episode 329: “Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos” Have you ever wished your flute studio felt more joyful, creative, and… human? In today’s episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Alexandra Petropoulos—aka The Flute Nerd—to unpack how your studio can become a supportive, experimental, and healthy space for your students and for you as the teacher. Alex opens up about her 8-year break from playing, what brought her back to the flute, and how curiosity, compassion, and a laboratory mindset transformed her...
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Episode 328: Finding Your Flute Voice – How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch, Part 10
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Flute 360 | Episode 328: “Finding Your Flute Voice - How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch” (Part 10) Flute 360 podcast episode featuring Erin Rauch – a flutist, VA, and life coach helping creative artists overcome self-doubt and carve out their unique paths. What if the clarity you’re craving isn’t found in a technique book—but in the words of someone who already believes in you? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Flute 360 Accelerator member Erin Rauch to talk about embracing your individuality, defeating negative self-talk, and stepping...
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Episode 327: Stop Blending In—Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers, Part 9
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Flute 360 | Episode 327: "Stop Blending In – Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers" (Part 9) Do you feel like your unique talents are getting lost in the noise? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric Jay Begay pull back the curtain on what it truly means to stand out as a flutist and creative artist. They explore how embracing your unique qualities and showing up authentically can transform your career from blending in to standing out vividly in people's minds. Heidi and Eric share powerful strategies from their own journeys on how to creatively leverage your interests and...
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Episode 326: Creative Flow & Strategic Planning with Eric Jay Begay, Part 8
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Flute 360 | Episode 326: "Creative Flow and Strategic Planning with Eric J. Begay” (Part 8) Are you struggling to find the perfect time and space for creativity in your busy life? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric J. Begay dive deep into practical strategies for unlocking your creative flow—even amid life's chaos. Whether you're looking to expand your flute studio, launch a new course, or finally write that book, you'll discover how intentional planning can transform your creative process. Heidi and Eric share how their recent shift to structured daily meetings and a...
info_outlineFlute 360 | Episode 333: “Silence, Resistance & Showing Up Anyway”
In this solo episode of the Flute 360 podcast, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay opens up about a quiet but powerful force many musicians face: resistance. Whether you're a flutist, music educator, or multi-passionate creative, this conversation invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and name what’s keeping you from your next breakthrough.
Heidi shares reflections on her own creative process, including the internal blocks that surfaced while writing her upcoming book on holistic healing for musicians. Through stories from her coaching work with professional flutists, she reveals how even the most accomplished artists wrestle with fear, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism—especially when launching a new project.
You’ll also hear about how silence and intentional listening can be a transformative practice in your personal, professional, and musical life. From overcoming performance anxiety to reconnecting with your artistic calling, this episode provides encouragement and practical insight for flutists navigating resistance in all its forms.
To access your free guide and join the next live session, see the links in the show notes.
Thank you for listening to Flute 360—the podcast where flutists rediscover their voice, their joy, and their God-given calling.
This conversation is for you if…
- You’ve been putting off a project like a course, book, recital, or studio launch.
- You’re feeling stuck in your flute career or unsure of your next step.
- You’re navigating burnout, doubt, or creative blocks as a musician.
- You’re seeking a more holistic and faith-centered approach to artistry.
Resources:
- “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield
- Flute 360’s free guide: "Your Musical Story – A 5-Minute Prompt to Build Confidence and Clarity on Stage”
- Upcoming Flute 360 live session on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 11 AM–1 PM CT
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