Erica Ehm joins Alan Frew for a conversation that goes far beyond nostalgia. From her early days at MuchMusic to becoming a songwriter, speaker, and fearless creative voice, Erica reflects on the moments that shaped her career and the mindset that helped her keep evolving.

She opens up about being thrown into live television with little preparation, learning on the job in front of the entire country, and navigating the misogyny that came with being a young woman in the music industry.

The conversation also dives into authenticity, aging, fear, resilience, and what success really means once the spotlight changes. Erica shares stories about songwriting, standing up for herself, touring with Glass Tiger, and why she believes being real matters more now than ever. It's funny, honest, and full of insight from two people who have lived extraordinary creative lives.

Don't miss out on episode 2 of LIFE FREW MUSIC!

Show notes:

00:00 Intro – Erica Ehm joins LIFE FREW MUSIC

00:22 Alan's approach to unscripted conversations

01:26 Erica on opening for Glass Tiger

03:15 Discovering Erica beyond MuchMusic

04:16 Fame, attention, and early experiences with men

05:19 Starting at CityTV and the road to MuchMusic

07:33 Being thrown into live television at 23

09:36 Criticism, insecurity, and growing into the role

11:33 MuchMusic as cultural curators for a generation

13:25 Misogyny and dealing with rock star entitlement

16:03 Erica's childhood and early musical influences

19:19 Touring with Glass Tiger and life on the road

22:37 Quitting MuchMusic over unequal pay

26:21 Authenticity, aging, and the modern world

40:47 What music means to Erica today

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