Producer, podcaster and former spy Pete A Turner tells a story about a potentially deadly checkpoint crossing in Iraq.

He talks about his love for music, the pipe organ, and the intersection of spying and podcasting skills. They discuss his podcast, with over 2000 episodes where he's interviewed many acclaimed musicians and diverse guests.

Pete's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/peteaturner

https://www.breakitdownshow.com/

Follow impropod on instagram: @impropodpodcast

Author and host, Rod Berger, has hosted over 4000 interviews including the late Pope, NBA great Magic Johnson and the Crown Princess of Sweden. He's documented stories on behalf of WaterAid in refugee camps across Africa.

They discuss the power of storytelling, Rod recounts an interview with Khabib Nurmagomedov who is the longest-reigning UFC Lightweight Champion and his longing for a simple life selling vegetables.

Rod also reflects on his emotional connection to sports, particularly his childhood heartbreak over the Detroit Pistons' loss in the 1988 NBA Finals.

Rod's book: The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling that Meets the Moment

Rod's website: https://www.drrodberger.com/

Rod's instagram: @drrodberger

Dr. Glenn Berger. is a psychotherapist and coach who's worked for over twenty-five years. Before that, he was in the music business, In the Studio with Dylan, Sinatra, Jagger and More.

They discuss the mathematics of music, why you think and feel certina emotions or imagine things when listening to music. Glenn tells some great stories about how he made the decision to study psychotherapy and his connection to the song Bridge Over Troubled Water. All with a unique soundtrack.

Glenn Berger's online self-cultivation course: https://www.skool.com/heartfinders/about

Glenn Berger's Website

Instagram: @glennsbergerphd

Youtuber and composer Dan Blackwell talks about his latest project with musical mushrooms and tells a story about a weird walk home in Hong Kong, involving a turtle on a lead and some rave dogs as well a jungle story about revenge.

Dan's instagram: @peacebeatswithdanblackwell

Dan's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PeaceBeatsWithDanBlackwell

In an eloquent interview poet and performer Pete the Temp discusses how improvisation is integrated into life, he tells a story about a spontaneous marriage proposal involving hyaenas, and an awkward surprise in Soho.

Pete's Website: petethetemp.co.uk/education

Pete's Instagram: @petethetemp

The Festival where Pete and Luke are performing in the vibe machanics: shambalafestival.org

Luke talks to Witch, podcaster and security officer Swailes about her whitchcraft podcast and the power of manifestation. She tells a great story about being careful what you wish for, that Luke improvises a soundtrack to with help of a shruti box instrument.

Swaile's podcast: The Bell Witch podcast

Her instagram: @the_bell_witch_podcast

Newfoundland based composer and multi instrumentalist, Adam Foran tells some great stories involving a vicious owl, and meeting wale whilst in a kayak. He collaborates on Luke's improvisations with an impressive array of instruments and skill, they discus the composition process and chicken music!

Adam's website: www.adamforan.ca

Adam's Linkedin

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Writer & performer Malika Kegode tells an intriguing story about gaining a sense of integrity after falling down a hole, as well as a story about the mysterious theft of an xmas tree. They also discuss the power of improvised music, what makes something sound christmasy, the musical interpretation of rain, false optimism and the power of musical idents like notification sounds.

Malika's instagram @mal.keg

Malika's website www.malkegs.com

The Colour of Dinosaurs

Timestamps

(00:00:06) Host introduces Swales, the friendly Green Witch, and welcomes her to the podcast.

About the Bell Witch Podcast (00:00:20) Swales describes her podcast’s focus on witchcraft, paganism, spirituality, and well-being.

Swales’ Journey into Witchcraft (00:00:57) Swales shares her personal journey into witchcraft, starting after becoming a mother.

Superstition and Everyday Magic (00:01:54) Discussion about superstition, daily rituals as magic, and examples like birthday candles and Christmas trees.

The Magic of Birthday Candles (00:02:42) Swales explains the witchcraft significance of blowing out birthday candles as a ritual for manifesting wishes.

Location Context & Improvised Music Introduction (00:03:24) Host mentions Swales’ location and introduces an improvised music segment for Swales to interpret.

Ocean Imagery & Layers of Meaning (00:04:42) Swales describes the improvised music as evoking oceanic depth, mystery, and magic.

Facing Challenges & Willingness to Discover (00:05:36) Discussion about being open to challenges and the importance of willingness in discovery.

Storytelling with Improvised Soundtrack (00:06:32) Host asks Swales to tell a story, which will be accompanied by improvised music.

Discovery of Sigil Magic (00:06:41) Swales recounts her first experience with sigil magic during a moon circle in York, involving bread baking.

Musical Interpretation of Letting Go (00:10:06) Swales and the host discuss the improvised music’s representation of letting go and the calming effect of music.

Music and Witchcraft Connection (00:11:14) Swales talks about her relationship with music, acquiring instruments, and integrating them into rituals.

Cautionary Tale of Manifestation (00:12:34) Swales shares a story about manifesting money, unintended consequences, and the importance of being specific in magic.

Musical Soundtrack to Manifestation Story (00:16:50) Host creates a musical piece using the shruti box to accompany Swales’ manifestation story.

Reflections on the Podcast Experience (00:20:40) Swales reflects on the unique experience of having her stories interpreted musically.

Where to Find the Bell Witch Podcast (00:21:13) Swales shares where listeners can find her podcast and her interest in collaborations.

Latest Bell Witch Podcast Episode (00:21:43) Swales describes her latest episode featuring singer Shannon Pearl and the tradition of “calling.”

Podcast Map Project & Story Locations (00:22:27) Host explains the podcast’s map project, and Swales provides the locations of her stories.

Farewell & Outro (00:23:19) Host and Swales thank each other, and the episode concludes with information on where to find the Bell Witch podcast.