The Joy of Music

Whether we're talking about family, friendship, community, or partnership, most of us want the same thing: to be seen and accepted for who we are. Through stories of coming out, friendship, marriage, and parenthood, Lindsay and Diana reflect on the challenges and joys of finding ...  Show more

Our minds are constantly categorizing people, places, and experiences. While those shortcuts can feel useful, they often come at a cost. Andy explores how labels can quietly limit our ability to truly see one another, and why curiosity may be one of the most important qualities w ...  Show more

Sidestep the gossip and focus on the music in Ariana Grande’s latest album Eternal Sunshine. The music is an exercise in nostalgia: 70s Disco, 90s R&B, and 00s pop and dance music. As she moves through the musical past, her lyrics tear through past relationship. But it's the way ...  Show more

Why do we love listening to heartbreak songs? What do songwriters do to emote such strong feelings? FEATURING Adele – Someone Like You Kacey Musgraves – I Miss You CeeLo Green – F*** You! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 

Music sometimes feels like an intrinsic part of our lives, living life without it would be missing out on a lot. Who says? We are fed this idea that music brings us feel-good emotions and sensations that nothing else can achieve. Having given up music for 6 months, I talk about t ...  Show more

H.E.R. breaks down her long-awaited new album 'Back of My Mind,' the origins of her guitar virtuosity, the state of R&B, her Oscar and Grammy wins and much more with host Brian Hiatt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices