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Thoughts Maybe Feelings

by danny siegel · English · Arts & Books

Dedicated to self discovery , Interesting conversations with people that made an impact in my life, and hopefully this will inspire others.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 31 min
Latest: 23 Jun 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

23 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

PAUL HELMAN- " What A Long Strange Trip It's Been "

This episode hits close to home in a good way for me . I have childhood memories that are now a bit more solid thanks to this conversation with Paul Helman , my second cousin . He generously gives me some clarity and insight on what it was like growing up in the same house - his parents Herb and Helen on the first floor , my grandparents Meg and Jack on the second floor, and my great grandmother on the third floor in Brooklyn. Very helpful to hear his perspective on the family dynamics in the House and his recollections of the relationships of these beloved family figures that live forever…

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Earlier episodes 29 most recent

18 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
CYNTHIA SPIECE- Intuitive Insight For Transformation And Healing
Cynthia Spiece is a renowned intuitive reader, quantum energy practitioner, meditation guide, a medium with an ability to have actual dialogue with loved ones who have passed , and she offers sessions that are customized energy therapy plans for her clients . I know first hand how helpful and insightful her sessions are and I continue to benefit from them tremendously. In a world of energy healers and mediums - she, for lack of better words , is the " real deal". Hear her talk about what it's like for her too communicate with a spirit, her understanding of what happens to a soul on the other…
5 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
BESS MARIE GLORIOSO- Life As A Production Stage Manager On Broadway
A few days before the TONY 2026 theater awards , I briefly met a lady full of energy and warmth - turns out she is the production stage manager of " Becky Shaw" on broadway , a play that I loved so much that I had to see it twice . Bess Marie Glorioso has a huge resume of stage Managing off Broadway and Broadway shows for many years . Hear about her experiences, a few specific reflections on " Becky Shaw", stories about prior shows , the joys and challenges of being a Stage Manager, recollections of Linda Lavin and Martin Short, stories about crazy times behind the scenes, paying it forward…
27 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Kylie Ora Lobell- Reflections On Faith And Her Book " Choosing To Be Chosen"
Kylie Ora Lobell is an award winning journalist. She is known for inspirational essays and speeches on Judaism . Her book " Choosing To Be Chosen " is an engaging memoir chronicling her life story , how she came to embrace god and Judaism, and her meaningful conversion to being an Orthodox Jew . We discuss key points of her book , her turning point towards faith , and she answers many difficult questions about faith and purpose with very insightful answers .
20 May 2026 · 1 hr 38 min
Musician Jules Avalon takes us to where the water goes ----
If you walked around strawberry Fields area in the past few years, you might have seen and heard Jules Avalon play and sing Beatles songs and some of his own . he has recorded 4 albums so far - and we concentrate on his 2025 gorgeous record " where the water goes " . His songs have a beautiful relaxed vibe , have a familiar feel but also use a generous amount of space and ambience that is not always found in songwriting these days , making the familiar new again . Hear his trajectory , how he started writing and recording songs - the thoughts behind certain songs , and also an inspiring…
23 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 46 min
Dave Schlossberg- Finding Purpose In Tragedy- A Musician's Life
Dave Schlossberg is an award-winning, pianist and composer, a member of numerous musical groups in New Jersey-, focusing on Jewish folk, music and jazz, a musical director for the music theater program of teen arts of Middlesex County in New Jersey, and offers a wide variety of services, including composition, arrangement, transcription, and virtual choir production. He travels around the country doing artist in residences performances of his compelling program called " Facing The Music "- the story of his journey through spinal cord injury. Our conversation focuses on how he was able to…
11 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 21 min
James Houston Is A Character, On And Off Stage ........
It's hard to figure out James Houston but I did the best I could . James is definitely a character, on and off stage..... excelling in Comedy and Drama, and creating memorable eccentric performances for many years . He also has a wild sense of humor, which is very contagious . Between random remarks , which I admit to be guilty of , we get to learn a little about his early years, his tough times and his triumphs , his higher power , his theatrical life , and his advice for me which I probably won't follow .
22 Mar 2026 · 2 hr 42 min
Scott and Brian Bricklin - The Making Of "Bricklin 2"
Scott and Brian Bricklin have given their fans and me a huge gift - a great second album with 10 exquisite songs - 40 years after their first record " Bricklin " was released . Though they have never stopped making music in different capacities and projects , this is the first time in 27 years since they recorded together. Their last collaboration was " Martin's Dam "- they recorded 2 great records called " The Healing " and " The Sky Above ". Bricklin 2 follows the release of their great anthology that came out in 2024. Which featured a huge amount of unreleased songs from their various…
21 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 36 min
Sheldon Gomberg- bass playing , music production & Artistic independence
Sheldon Gomberg is a highly experienced bass player, music, producer, and engineer with a passion for creating outstanding sound. He has worked with a diverse range of artists to bring their musical vision to life. We get to hear a bit of his trajectory, his early years, , how he learned to become a producer after many years of bass playing in various projects, And some stories about specific artists like Jackson Browne, Lucinda Williams, , Warren Zevon and Peter Himmelman.
27 Aug 2025 · 58 min
Tom Dolan talks "Civil War Stories " by the old high hat - history put to music .....
Tom Dolan has been part of the Philadelphia music scene for many years, with different bands, along the way, including the ska- funk band The Freakin's cads. Here , we talk about his latest project, a unique and compelling recording called "Civil War Stories " . You can find it streaming under the name "The Old High Hat". Tom , along with music producer and songwriter Brian Bricklin , created a very original and sonically, stunning album, combining characters and stories from the Civil War era, set to melodic and musically thrilling songs. The songs feature fantastic and diverse vocalists…
3 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 27 min
Maya Ogea- Singing , Writing , Performing & Releasing New Songs
Maya Ogea ( pronounced oh - jay) already has many years of experience in performing and writing songs , her tenacity and work ethic is very inspiring . This is an exciting time for her as she is about to release her new single called " holding on " with collaborator Kyle Szalay on July 19, 2025, as well as her own songs by at the end of the year, Denver , Nashville , studying music and songs structure for 4 hours a day, busking on the streets , playing in clubs - these are all part of the musical trajectory of maya , with an astonishing voice that combines feeling with strength and…
26 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 48 min
Singer Joan Jones - From "Far Cry" To "Sun 60" To Being Joan Jones - Her Story And Songs
This Time I get to talk to a huge inspiration to for me for over 30 years . Joan Jones has graced my life with her beautiful voice, lyrics, melodies, and songs and I am so lucky to hear her tell us her story in her own words, to go over specific songs, to hear her trajectory from a Hollywood high schooler to her early band life , forming Far Cry with David Russo, evolving into " sun 60 " which made three extra extraordinary albums in the early to mid 90's , and toured extensively to support them . A very varied style of songwriting,, From real scorching rockers to softer ones , with great…
21 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 31 min
Dana Marisa Schofield- Creating, Writing , Directing And Acting In Her great Series "East"
Dana Marisa Schoenfeld has created, directed, written and starred in a great first season of her series " East". She has managed to create a character named Ella who is so endearing in her pursuit of a better life , with NewYork and the entertainment industry serving as her background and her search for finding herself, all done with very witty dialogue and funny, and sometimes heartbreaking situations. She talks about how she created the show, how she managed to get it together , the challenges of making it happen , Acting and the writing process, and the great team she assembled to make…
12 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 39 min
David Upp- Creating The Melancholy And Beauty Of His Lonesome Dove Record
Throughout the history of song, there has always been a beauty to melancholy. Especially if it's wrapped up in a beautiful melody.. Such is the case with David Upp, who has been working on his first album in Nashville for many years. Songs born out of grief over loss of parents, and coming to terms with a loss of a romantic partner- are all fuel for these beautiful and cathartic sounds that David has created. We discuss how are the songs evolved , the process of recording them, and we get to hear a little bit of a few of them, " goodbye true blue " , "lonesome Dove " , and " miss your fire "…
6 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
Lenne Klingaman & Allen Gilmore - Their Legacy Of Light As Professional Theatrical Actors
I was lucky enough to see a wonderful production at Mccarter theatre in Princeton called " Legacy of Light " - and here I get to talk to two of the wonderful actors in it ,Lenne Klingaman and Allen Gilmore . They tell me about their experience doing the play, what it was like for them to act together., some of their process as actors, their trajectory, the ups and downs of being an actor, what they do to help them be in the moment of acting on stage, some memorization tricks, community theater vs professional theater, what they feel like before they go on stage , and the beauty of doing live…
22 May 2025 · 1 hr 36 min
Vanessa Lively- Songwriting & The Magic Of Effortless Creativity
Vanessa Lively's music is not just interesting melodies, not just interesting lyrics, it's a journey of sheer beauty and poetry that is both healing and comforting at the same time. It's original yet familiar , beautiful but not obvious , it's grounding and uplifting in a very organic way. Hear her thoughts on creativity , the value of rituals , how to get over your critical voice, her trajectory in music and in her life, the evaluation of her creative process, and living purposely as an artist for herself and for her community...
9 May 2025 · 54 min
Toni Nagy- Unique Self Expression & Radical Compassion
There is a lot to learn from Toni Nagy, one of the most authentic and unique artists that I've ever met. She has so many facets that all lead up to unique self expression and thought provoking insight into the world around us - she is a stand-up comedian, writer, and content creator, most known for her visual videos, where she interpretive dances, her philosophies while participating, gyrating, and questioning culture. She has over 600,000 followers on various social media platforms. Hear her talk about her trajectory, how she uses the mind-body connection to get her points across, and how…
3 May 2025 · 55 min
Mitch Ryder- The Devilish Wild Ride Of A Rock N' Roll Legend
Amazing for me to have some time with a true rock 'n' roll legend. Mitch Ryder is known for iconic songs like " Jenny take a ride ", " devil with the blue dress " and many others . His legacy has lasted all these decades and he is still going strong with a grest new album called " with love ". Hear him tell us about what it was like to write those hits in the mid 60s, hanging out with Muhammad Ali, how he started a new career in Europe that is still lasting today, incredible ups and downs and yet still persevering, some musical, high points and low points, marriages , and I also get a short…
22 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 27 min
Chris Simmons -brings Alabama guitar fire power to Paul Thorn's band & his own great songs too
Chris Simmons brings his substantial guitar skills to whatever he plays. He has toured, recorded and played with incredible musicians, including a long tour with , Legendary Leon Russell. These days he is on the road with Paul Thorn and his great band., showcasing Paul's great new record - " life is just a vapor". Hear Chris talk about the making of the record, what it's like to be on tour with Paul , his own four releases that are talked about here with some snippets from the songs., what his audition process was, what it's like to be on the road while juggling family life, his musical…
19 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 56 min
Jim Cardillo- a backstage pass to over 30 years in the music industry
If you ever wondered what it's like to be in the music business, this conversation is for you. Jim Cardillo has signed many important bands including Green Day , Gin Blossoms, Soul Asylum, Keb Moe, Cracker, and many others . He has also been a talent development producer and has many interesting stories and insight that could hardly be contained in a two hour conversation. Hear some specific stories about certain artists , and conversation about what the record industry used to be like, and what it is now.
17 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 27 min
Pat Byrne finds his own voice among the kindred spirits of great songwriters
Pat Byrne will tell you that he is working on being a great songwriter and I will tell you that he is already there. Hear his story of coming from Ireland to Austin, Texas, and starting to write songs at the age of 26 . What his trajectory has been., his musical influences, specific songs that he has written and is performing, what it's like to be an opener for famous songwriters, how he has learned to be comfortable on stage, and what it is like to follow your own dream in a world of uncertainty.
23 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 15 min
Deborah Goldstein- Philanthropy & The Reciprocal Benefits Of Giving
If you're lucky, at some point in your life, you start to realize that giving beyond yourself is really the way to open up your little world of worry and self preservation to a world of empathy and even personal freedom. And if you are not sure how to give.- that's where Deborah Goldstein comes in. She is a seasoned advisor and facilitator, offering unique opportunities to all types of people who wish to engage in philanthropy. We discuss her trajectory , the meaning of philanthropy, the steps that people take to learn about where to find a nonprofit organization to give to, the motivation…
16 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 51 min
Laura Neeter- Many Topics That Make One Great Life
Sometimes you run into a person that you have an endless amount of topics to talk about. Laura Neeter is that person , I am just along for the ride . Which is fitting , because I met her while driving her around our town . We probably could've talked for many more hours, which we actually did after this conversation was over. We cover her life story , different types of jobs, trajectory of life events, all interesting , but they are all just window dressing to the spirit and energy of her being, which comes through loud and clear when you speak with her. And I also got a nice grilled cheese…
6 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 33 min
Guitarist Kevin Hanson-Huffamoose, The Fractals, Songwriting & Versatility
Kevin Hanson is a versatile guitarist, songwriter, touring and recording artist with many different artists, including his own bands, first with Huffamoose and now with The Fractals. This conversation covers many topics, including the Philadelphia music scene in the 90s, different styles of songwriting, years touring with Huffamoose, his own musical trajectory, we get to listen and talk about different specific songs, his own way of coming up with songs, his musical influences, what makes a unique guitar sound, differences between jazz and rock, and of course, his favorite Beatles album .…
23 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 24 min
Laura Flowers- Life Coaching , Healing Methods, & Rediscovering You
Laura Flowers has her own great podcast called "Rediscovering You". I was very taken with her great hosting skills and just had to invite her on my show. She is a life coach, a Reiki energy healing practitioner, and most of all she is following her life purpose - Which is to help people that are stuck and disconnected find their authentic selves and reclaim authenticity . She excels in combining practical strategies with spiritual alignment. We talk about how to find a purpose, and how to shift a person from feeling helpless to a more empowered state of being .. I found the conversation very…
12 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
Peter Himmelman - His Book "Suspended By No String" can wake us into the beauty of this moment
Peter Himmelman is a Grammy and Emmy award nominated rock and roll performer, songwriter, film composer, visual artist and award winning author . Here we discuss his latest book " Suspended By No String- A Songwriter's reflections on faith, aliveness, and wonder ". Here we discuss how the book came about, the way it was written , the main ideas that flow through the writing, and, as it always goes with Peter, the conversation often goes into unexpected and thought-provoking subjects. The book is full of moments and beautifully written reflections that are sometimes linear and sometimes not.…
8 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 44 min
Saturday Afternoon Fun With Comic Jeff Greenberg
Jeff Greenberg is not a household name. He's not even an apartmenthold name. But- he is very funny and he has a passion for a comedy. That is very contagious. in a good way. Conversation includes.: growing up as a wise cracking kid who got into funny trouble regularly- so much that his mom was embarrassed to pick him up from school, thoughts on old school comedy heroes and movies , how his wife tolerates him, and of course it concludes with him giving me a colonoscopy advice. I could think of worse ways to spend an afternoon .
8 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 54 min
Joop De Korte- Touring &Sound Production With Dire Straits, Van Halen & Many Others
Joop has had incredible experiences working with legendary bands - Dire Straits, Van Halen, Squeeze, Jackson Browne , Ultravox, Neil Young , Whitney Houston- to name just a few . He wore many different hats- sound production, playing percussion on stage, stage management, and extensive touring . As a massive Dire Straits fan I just had to ask about his experienceswith them in great detail, but we also managed to talk about other bands as well. He also has a history with late-night television and news shows, but this particular episode focuses on his adventures with bands . 2 hours wasn't…
6 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 34 min
Mark Jason Williams- "Out In The World" co- author, Playwright/ essayist , & healthy identity
My conversation with Mark Jason Williams covered a lot of ground , his trajectory of becoming a playwright and an essay writer of many publications, the book he co-authored cleverly titled : "Out In The World " ( with Amy B. Scher)- which is a very cool and unique travel guide, his battle with Leukemia when he was a kid, becoming comfortable with his own identity, his thoughts on labels in our society , and what it's like to become a writer. It's ultimately a story of becoming comfortable in your own skin, which is everyone can learn and be inspired by .
31 Jan 2025 · 1 hr 38 min
Musician Amanda Walther- "walk With Me" soundtrack, Dala, and her own musical path
Amanda Walther writes beautiful songs and sings them even more so. Her soundtrack to the great movie "walk With Me" is full of subtle beauty that perfectly complements the film. Hear her talk about the process of making the soundtrack, the trajectory of her partnership with Sheila Carabine as the duo Dala, thoughts on specific songs that can be heard throughout the episode, her jazz standard original band Dizzy And Fay, the freedom of wearing many musical hats, and of course, her favorite Beatles record . Dala music.ca amandawalther.com

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Dedicated to self discovery , Interesting conversations with people that made an impact in my life, and hopefully this will inspire others.

Thoughts Maybe Feelings is a English arts & books podcast from danny siegel. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: danny siegel
Language: English
Category: Arts & Books
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 1 hr 31 min
Latest episode: 23 Jun 2026
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