14. Exploring The Music & Themes of Speak Seldom w/ Cory Heddleston
Release Date: 08/16/2020
32. Exploring The Deep & Light-Hearted Aspects of Life & Creativity w/ Billy Mays III
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Musician, Artist, & Creative Billy Mays III joins host Corey Easterday to discuss a “laundry” list of topics including his music project Infinite Third, their shared involvement with Current Initiatives & “The Laundry Project”, life as the son of renowned pitchman Billy Mays, his 9+ hour recent album “Holy Noise”, & his mission to honor & carry on his father’s legacy in ways both meaningful & light-hearted. “But I’m not done yet” - Corey & Billy also chat about the joys of his project Mouth Council, the work of BillyMays.org, the power of human...
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31. It’s Been A Long Time Honey w/ Fox and Bones
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Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort are Fox and Bones - energetic offbeat folksters with a retro pop-rock bent who have been setting the world alight with a hand clapping, foot-stomping good time since 2016. The duo from Portland, OR joins host Corey Easterday to discuss their new record “Long Time Honey”, the sounds, themes, artistry, and studio process that went into making it, their growth as artists & people, & being forged in the fire Game of Thrones style. Corey & Fox and Bones also chat about life on the road, the human need for connection, stability, & nature, the...
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30. Going On Tour w/ 1402
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1402 is a very talented band from Northeast Ohio composed of musicians Christian, Joel, Lip, & John. While on tour in Charlotte they sat down with host Corey Easterday to discuss how they build a connection with the audience & approach each show, the importance of having fun & not taking music or creativity for granted, stories from their first tour together, & their perspectives on all things music. Corey & the guys from 1402 also chat about Corey’s longtime friendship with John, John’s project Shame Chamber, the incredible Walkie Talkie Coffee in Canton, OH, each...
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29. The Art of Stand-Up Comedy w/ Jason Allen King
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Comedian, Writer, Actor, Filmmaker, Podcaster & so much more Jason Allen King joins host Corey Easterday to discuss Jason’s perspective on the art of stand-up comedy, his journey to becoming a professional comedian, why he loves teaching stand-up comedy & cheerleading other comics, & how Jason’s class at CATCH empowered Corey to realize his dream of becoming a comedian. Corey & Jason also chat about Jason’s comedic influences & work with other comics, how comedy can be empowering, Jason’s experience in film, leaning into the awkwardness of being human, the stand-up...
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28. Aspiring To Be Great On & Off The Pitch w/ George Marks
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Goalkeeper for Charlotte FC George Marks joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his journey as a professional soccer player, the path that led him to playing in the MLS for Charlotte FC, & his involvement in the Charlotte community. Corey & George also chat about what it’s been like to be a part of Charlotte FC, George’s partnership with The Laundry Project, the importance of mental toughness & resilience, what it means to him to be great both on & off the pitch, & so much more. Follow George Marks on Instagram (@) & X (). Follow Charlotte FC () on all social...
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27. How You Do Something Is Just As Important As What You Do w/ Jason Sowell
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Founder & CEO of Current Initiatives Jason Sowell returns to the pod! He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss 15 years of hope dealing through Current, the vision & mission behind Current’s Laundry Project, Affordable Christmas, & Hope For Homes initiatives, the roles that dignity & empowerment play, & why the “how” is just as important as the “what” when it comes to serving others. Corey & Jason also chat about the growth of Current over 15 years, the human impact behind over 25,000 families served & more than 2.5 million pounds of laundry washed across...
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26. Love Yourself, Be Kind, & Speak Life w/ Mathu Gibson
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Associate Director of Family Empowerment for SchermCo Mathu Gibson joins host Corey Easterday to discuss making the transition from pursuing his NFL & CFL career to becoming an educator, the social-impact work he does through SchermCo, what it means to help others become their truest selves, & the way he encourages through his content & general demeanor. Corey & Mathu also chat about the power of rest & vulnerability, the importance of community listening & working with communities in a dignifying & empowering manner, favorite places to travel, & more. Follow...
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25. Every Show Is A Special, Unique, & Connected Experience w/ The Talbott Brothers
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Musicians Tyler Talbott & Nick Talbott (The Talbott Brothers) join host Corey Easterday to discuss their latest acoustic tour, how each show is a unique & special experience, the importance of developing a personal connection with the audience, & how they discovered a newfound resiliency both personally & musically while finding beauty in the flaws. Corey & The Talbott Brothers also chat about their friendship origin story, merging public/personal & creative personas to become your authentic self, Dumb & Dumber quotes, & more. Follow The Talbott Brothers on , ,...
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24. Every Plant Tells A Story w/ Alicia Martin
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Owner & Founder of Plant Therapy Alicia Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss her lifelong love of plants, how she works to foster that same love in others, the therapeutic nature of plants & how they can improve lives, plant care tips, & how every plant is unique. Corey & Alicia also chat about building community & collaborating with other businesses, why she loves educating others about plants, a mutual love of plant puns, her work on an audio drama podcast, & more. Follow Plant Therapy on & (@planttherapyclt). Learn more about Plant Therapy: ...
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23. One Musician’s Journey & The Wisdom Learned Along The Way w/ Cody Martin
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Singer/Songwriter, Musician, & long time staple of the Ohio music scene Cody Martin joins host Corey Easterday to discuss his journey from metal band to mellow tunes, his songwriting & creative process, the influences & themes behind his music, & being authentic as an artist. Corey & Cody also chat about growing up in the Ohio music scene, Cody’s first time in Charlotte, paying your dues as an artist, not being afraid to create & share your ideas, the beautifully maddening game of Qwirkle, & more. Follow Cody Martin on , , & (@codyjmartin). Learn more...
info_outlineCory Heddleston is the Lead Vocalist, Guitarist, Keyboard Player, & Songwriter for the band Speak Seldom. He joins host Corey Easterday to discuss Speak Seldom's latest single “Sanity”, the process that went into making it, & how Cory’s personal journey has inspired the music he’s created through Speak Seldom. The two also catch up on life & dive into their personal experiences regarding mental health, faith, playing music, & more.
Check out Speak Seldom’s latest single “Sanity” & listen to all of their tracks wherever you get your music.
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Resources/Organizations Mentioned:
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
https://www.psychologytoday.com (Find a Counselor)
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund
Podcast Intro & Outro Music: “Sanity” by Speak Seldom