In this engaging conversation, Levi and Christy explore their long-standing friendship, the healing power of music, and the journey of personal growth through various life experiences. They discuss the importance of authentic connections, the impact of technology on relationships, and the balance between work and travel. Christy shares her insights on coaching and therapy, emphasizing the significance of self-discovery and the pursuit of freedom in life.

Christy shares her journey into coaching, particularly focusing on individuals impacted by incarceration. She discusses the transformative power of coaching, the establishment of a nonprofit organization to support incarcerated individuals, and the importance of addressing mental health and grief, especially among men.

The dialogue explores the differences between therapy and coaching, the challenges faced in supporting those in prison, and the significance of embracing discomfort and the unknown in personal growth.

A conversation with percussionist Mark Powers on the unseen work behind mastery, the discipline of listening, and why curiosity—not ego—is the engine of a creative life.

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You can find Mark Powers here

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Master Class

Books

Slammin' Simon

Quotes From Mark

“These instruments will tell you the truth immediately. You can’t fake it.”

“The work is mostly invisible. That’s where everything actually happens.”

“Sometimes the most important thing you can play is nothing at all.”

Bobby Hooper is the owner of Afterlife Bar in Portland Oregon. He is also a musician, an artist, and if you know Bobby, you know he is a main hub that connects so many wonderful people from every corner of the world. In this deeply human conversation, Bobby reflects on love, grief, the Maui wildfires, and the ways suffering can either harden or deepen us. The episode balances tragedy with grace, presence, and hope.

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Going to the Sun Gallery

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You can find Bobby Hooper at Afterlife in Portland, Oregon

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Lahaina Strong

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This is a community-led effort rooted right in Lahaina — run by people from the island who are focused not just on relief but on rebuilding a resilient, sustainable, and just future for the town and surrounding communities. Donations help with local initiatives, advocacy for equitable support, and long-term recovery efforts that put Lahaina residents first.

GoFundMe Maui Wildfire Relief Fund

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Every fundraiser on this page has been verified by GoFundMe’s Trust & Safety experts — donors can give to the general fund or browse individual/ community fundraisers they trust.

Maui Strong Fund (Hawai‘i Community Foundation)

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This fund was created by the Hawai‘i Community Foundation to support both immediate relief and long-term recovery needs for people and places affected by the wildfires.

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Books

Your Forces and How to Use Them

The Artist's Way (Morning Pages)