Gritty Birds

Join host Jeni Wren Stottrup each week to reconnect to your bad creative self. We'll dive into the mindset of creation, and how we got stuck in the first place, from the way media shapes us to how habits are formed. Each week we'll introduce you to the mindsets, technologies and practices to help you reignite your my passion for your content or art, take control, and find the confidence to live the life you always wanted.

We Don't Need to Be in a Hurry to Succeed 04/24/2022

We Don't Need to Be in a Hurry to Succeed You can accomplish GREAT things.. but why are you in a hurry? Reaching success takes time! Once the excitement of the start wears off, it's easy to go astray.. Now it's frustrating and you need to FIND A SOLUTION! Instead of playing Web MD for your craft to find an answer... it's time to slow your roll and come back to your foundations and reach out for help. You might even find opportunities where you least expect them. In this week's episode, I get into why we become fatalist when things don't go our way, how we should take on the mindset of climbers on Mt Everest, and how a better foundation will make every setback less painful. Get the transcript at http://www.thepodcastersforum.com /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22891811

Becoming Your OWN Best Goal 04/13/2022

Becoming Your OWN Best Goal Goals? What if YOU were your own goal. This week I go UNSCRIPTED for the first time, one of my goals. And I share how visualizing the future you can help you overcome your goal blocks. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22779995

What Happens When We Trust Creative Strength 04/06/2022

What Happens When We Trust Creative Strength This week we’re diving into our STRENGTHS. I’ll dive into why we should stop focusing on our faults, how they they aren’t faults in the first place, and then guide you through an exercise that helped ME reframe how I viewed the world last fall. It’s a powerful tool that will help you fortify the strengths you already have. http://www.thepodcastersforum.com /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22699388

What is a Trauma Response and Did Will Smith have one? 03/30/2022

What is a Trauma Response and Did Will Smith have one? I'm biting the bullet and going straight into trauma responses, I'll be sharing what they are, how they happen, and then giving a perspective into the Will Smith, Chris Rock, Oscar situation that only a person who is intimate with the destruction of trauma responses can give: one of hope and empathy. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22619087

Your Creative Beginning Doesn't Have to be Great 03/23/2022

Your Creative Beginning Doesn't Have to be Great The beginning of anything doesn't have to be great. You JUST have to FINISH it. Why strengthening your muscle to finish messy things is one of the most powerful tools you have as a creator. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22541879

Gritty Birds 2.0 Season 4 Trailer 03/03/2022

Gritty Birds 2.0 Season 4 Trailer /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/22305665

On recording with JB Eckle at NAMM 01/19/2020

On recording with JB Eckle at NAMM It's day 3 of our NAMM Special with RME. We're on the homestretch of the trade show. Today we're talking recording with JB Eckl and catching up with friend and former guest Sassy Black /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/12798296

Women in Audio with Piper Payne at NAMM 01/18/2020

Women in Audio with Piper Payne at NAMM It's Day 2 of the 2020 NAMM Show. I'm here recording with RME. Today we're talking with Derek Badala of RME, mastering engineer and a leader for women in audio, Piper Payne and Emmy winning film composer Vivek Maddala. ybaKN70QW4DZFnI2qthN /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/12791876

Resiliency and Love of Production with Pete, Justine an Adam at NAMM 01/17/2020

Resiliency and Love of Production with Pete, Justine an Adam at NAMM Gritty Birds has been missing the road, and frankly missing producing new episodes. So, we're taking things on the road in a whole new way thanks to the creator my interface, RME. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/12779459

On touring and taking risks with Sassy Black and Lucia Fasano 11/08/2017

On touring and taking risks with Sassy Black and Lucia Fasano In episode 2 of Season 3 of Gritty Birds we’re talking touring the world as a one woman force of nature with Sassy Black at Treefort Music Festival and then coming to a live taping in Portland, Oregon with Lucia Fasano to talk about taking risks, financing your art and why Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a badass /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5925446

On messaging, risks and songwriting with Wild Ones, Reptalians and Priests 10/24/2017

On messaging, risks and songwriting with Wild Ones, Reptalians and Priests Season 3 launches talking with Priests on message, Reptaliens on risks and songwriting with Wild Ones! In the first episode of Season 3 of Gritty Birds. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5870997

On Mental Health with Logan Lynn 03/17/2017

On Mental Health with Logan Lynn Logan Lynn has something to say... about mental health. The artist has been everywhere from the LOGO network to the Grammy's. 9 year's sober he has found his ground following his latest record, adieu. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5177626

Taking charge of your career with The Griswolds 03/02/2017

Taking charge of your career with The Griswolds Aussie pop band The Griswolds have had a fast rise in recent years. The fun-loving band's new album "High Times for Low Lives" is and ode to the joys and perils of life on the road. Lead singer Chris sat down with me to share the inspiration behind the album and how they're taking charge today. Find out more about The Griswolds at http://blog.wearethegriswolds.com Featuring the songs "Out of My Head", "Rufio", "YDLM(featuring Lizzo)" and "High Times for Low Lives". Produced, recorded and edited by Jeni Wren Stottrup Special thanks to XRAY.FM and Vortex Music Magazine Subscribe to Gritty Birds at @grittybirds http://www.grittybirds.com /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5134126

On the power to connect with Ages and Ages LIVE 02/08/2017

On the power to connect with Ages and Ages LIVE Ages and Ages joined us for our first live taping. Sometimes called "tent revival", it's music with a hopeful message. They shared songs from their latest release, Something to Ruin and a conversation about music and the power to connect. Find out more about Ages and Ages at agesandages.com Follow grittybirds on socials at @grittybirds Produced and edited by Jeni Wren Stottrup In partnership with Revolver Studios and XRAY.FM Bryan Wollen was our live sound + recording engineer Nalin Silva was our recording + mix engineer Mixed at Revolver Studios Board operate is Dannon Drips /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5067538

A look back on the first 50 Episodes with Ezra Furman, David Bazan, Reva Devito, Eyelids and more. 02/01/2017

A look back on the first 50 Episodes with Ezra Furman, David Bazan, Reva Devito, Eyelids and more. We're celebrating our 50th episode! We'll be revisiting some of my favorite interviews, including , , , , and more. Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup Sponsored by XRAY.FM, The Business Dept, Vortex Music Magazine, Tumbleweed Creative, Patreon, Revolver Studios, Regional Arts and Culture Council, Go Fund Me and Patreon subscribers. Transcribed by Jeni Wren Stottrup, Christina Donaldson, Chris Martell, Aimee Burton and Amit Erez Board operator is Dannon Drips /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5045461

Episode 49: Larry Crane 01/25/2017

Episode 49: Larry Crane The eponomous producer behind Elliott Smith’s Either/Or and editor of Tape Op Magazine shared some of his stories and where he sees the future of recording. Featuring Music by The Secret Sea, Elliott Smith and Summer Cannibals The episode was sponsored by Tumbleweed Creative Gritty Birds is produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup with the support of XRAY.FM. This week’s board operator is Dannon Drips. The episode was transcribed by Christina Donaldson. The episode was transcribed by Christina Donaldson, Amit Erez and Chris Martell. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5024215

Episode 48: The Modern Savage 01/18/2017

Episode 48: The Modern Savage Alaska's "Best Indie Band" of the last 5 years is going stateside with a personal new album, "Unwilling Participants". Listen to singer Jenni Toro's story of overcoming abuse and finding her voice with the band she calls family. Find out more at: The episode was recorded with a Blue Yeti on Skype Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup Scripted by Jeni Wren Stottrup Transcribed by Chris Martell Follow Gritty Birds: Support the show: http://www.patreon.com/grittybirds /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/5003353

Episode 47: Shelly Peiken 01/11/2017

Episode 47: Shelly Peiken Shelly Peiken is a Grammy Nominated Songwriter with multiple #1 hits to her name. But her current fight, for the rights of songwriters with action group Songwriters of North America is her most important work to date. Listen to her amazing story of success and advocacy on this week's episode of Gritty Birds. Find out more about Shelly: http://www.shellypeiken.com The episode was recorded with a Blue Yeti on Skype Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup Scripted by Jeni Wren Stottrup Transcribed by Christina Donaldson Follow Gritty Birds: /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4983007

Episode 46: Sisters 12/21/2016

Episode 46: Sisters Seattle Pop duo @sisterstheband aren't actually sisters, but they're taking sisterhood to a new level with their upcoming debut Drink Champagne. Get to know the infectious pair on this week's episode of @grittybirds! Find out more about Sisters at http://www.sisterstheband.com Follow them on socials at @sisterstheband The episode was recorded with a Zoom H4N at Doug Fir Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup Scripted by Jeni Wren Stottrup and Ryan Wolf Stroud Transcribed by Christina Donaldson /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959710

Episode 45: Christmas with David Bazan 12/15/2016

Episode 45: Christmas with David Bazan David Bazan wants to bring Christmas back. This week's episode, brings on a journey from darkness to hope. It's a Christmas story. Find out more about David Bazan at http://www.davidbazan.com Follow them on socials at @davidbazan The episode was recorded on Zencastr and produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup It was transcribed by Chris Martell Storytelling support by Ryan Wolf Stroud Follow Gritty Birds at @grittybirds /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959711

Episode 43: Chuck Westmoreland 12/01/2016

Episode 43: Chuck Westmoreland Chuck Westmoreland music is genuine. Listening to him speak, you hear authenticity; you get his heart. As a business owner, long-time musical creative and family man, Chuck’s words are about as gritty as it gets. In his own voice, here is his story. Find more about Chuck at http://www.chuckwestmoreland.com /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959713

Episode 41: Natasha Kmeto 11/09/2016

Episode 41: Natasha Kmeto LGBTQ electronic producer Natasha Kmeto sits down for a frank conversation on identity, finding confidence and her new 7". "Obviously the system is not rigged in our favor, but a lot of my thinking lately has been “how do we push past this; what is the solution.” /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959715

Episode 40: Reva DeVito 11/03/2016

Episode 40: Reva DeVito When RnB artist Reva DeVito returned with over a half million streams in the first couple days of her EP release, it wasn't a surprise to her producers. The How What and Where artist collaborated with a deep net of some of today's hottest producers including this year's Polaris Award winner Kaytranada. Find out the secret to her grit on this week's episode of @grittybirds /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959716

Episode 38: The Minders 10/27/2016

Episode 38: The Minders Get to know the story behind The Minders with songwriter Martyn Leaper. From their Denver origins with The Elephant Six Collective to their new album released this spring, Into the River, producer over 4 years with Larry Crane at Jackpot Recording, Martyn has a story you don't want to miss. Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup at XRAY FM Studios Special Thanks to The Minders for use of the tracks It's Gonna Break Out! and Summer Song The episode was transcribed by Amit Erez and Aimee Burton Board op by Dannon Drips for on-air release Gritty Birds is produced in partnership with XRAY.FM /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959717

Episode 37: Rock for Rockwood with The Thermals and Emily Wells 10/20/2016

Episode 37: Rock for Rockwood with The Thermals and Emily Wells Previewing Oct 23rd Rock for Rockwood event at Revolution Hall, kids from Wattles Boys and Girls Club recorded interview questions for two of the artists on the show, Emily Wells and The Thermals! Produced by Jeni Wren Stottrup Special Thanks to Emily Wells, The Thermals, The Kids of the Wattles Boys and Girls Club and Next Northwest. Thanks to Emily Wells for the use of Light is Drainin Thanks to The Thermals for the use of Thinking of You Gritty Birds is produced in partnership with XRAY.FM /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959718

Episode 36: Maiah Manser 10/12/2016

Episode 36: Maiah Manser This week Gritty Birds features Seattle based pop singer Maiah Manser, on her new album, music video and how being raised by a female clan has helped her navigate pressures as a woman in music. Photo: Juan Franco Produced and edited by Jeni Wren Stottrup at XRAY Studios Tracks: Second Skin and 3Remain by Maiah Manser Theme song: Lucky from Bryson Cone First aired on XRAY.FM /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959719

Episode 35: Pete Krebs of Hazel 10/06/2016

Episode 35: Pete Krebs of Hazel Pete Krebs is having his best week ever. After a sold out revival of his cult punk band Hazel for their HAZEL: Live in Portland release, to the release of Hey! Pete Krebs! and induction into The Oregon Hall of Fame, he's made his mark. Take a listen to his story on this week's episode of Gritty Birds Photo: John Eckenrode Produced and edited by Jeni Wren Stottrup at XRAY Studios Tracks: Big Fattie and Jilted from HAZEL: Live in Portland and Kid Domino from Hey! Pete Krebs! Theme song: Lucky from Bryson Cone Transcribed by Aimee Burton /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959720

Episode 32: The Women 09/22/2016

Episode 32: The Women It takes a little something extra tough to be a woman and music, not to mention the women who inspired us. This week I talked with 4 women, in different stages of their careers, in different parts of the industry, about the woman artists who inspired them. Including Alana Ranes, Alicia J Rose, Cervante Pope, Johanna Kunin and... myself, Jeni Wren Stottrup. Music from Tove Lo, Kate Bush, Bjork, Tina Turner and Tori Amos. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959722

Episode 31: Eyelids 09/15/2016

Episode 31: Eyelids Chris Slusarenko and John Moen are two of Portland's most prolific side men.. no longer. Get to know the artists behind one of the Portland's longest over due bands, Eyelids. We talk about the creative process, their experiences with Guided By Voices and Decemberists and their special approach to visuals. /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959725

Episode 30: Pickathon Pt 3 w/ Protomartyr, Boulevards and Palehound 09/07/2016

Episode 30: Pickathon Pt 3 w/ Protomartyr, Boulevards and Palehound In the final installment of the Pickathon Series, we are going to hang out with Joe Casey of Protomartyr, relax with Ellen Kemper of Palehound and get sexy with Jamil Rashad of Boulevards. Photo: Jeni Wren Stottrup Produced and edited by Jeni Wren Stottrup Tracks: Born to Wine by Protomartyr, Molly and Cinnamon by Palehound and Got to Go by Boulevards Theme song: Lucky from Bryson Hanson Special thanks to Pickathon, XRAY.FM and Vortex Magazine /episode/index/show/grittybirds/id/4959726

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