Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Conscious Artist®: Mental Health Conversations with Pallavi Mahidhara
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| Noa Kageyama: How to be a Bulletproof Musician | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:49:27 | |
In the Season 8 finale, we are joined by the one and only Noa Kageyama - host and founder of The Bulletproof Musician. The podcast, blog, and all around platform offers guidance and teaches musicians via bite-sized sports psychology tools, analogies, and interviews with experts to help us learn how to find ways to beat performance anxiety and feel stable and successful onstage. Listen to Noa's podcast here: https://bulletproofmusician.com/ Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Michelle Lynne: How to be Fearless | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:52:54 | |
This week we share a special joint episode with Michelle Lynne, co-creator of The Fearless Artist Mastermind and host of The Fearless Artist podcast. The two podcast hosts discuss life as an artist, how to lead from one's values, and how to trust yourself. Episode is available on both shows. Discover more about Michelle's work: https://michellelynnepianist.com/ Listen to The Fearless Artist podcast: https://podcast.thefearlessartistmastermind.com/ Join The Fearless Artist Mastermind: https://www.thefearlessartistmastermind.com/ Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Dr. Frederic Bien - Personality Disorders and Awareness | 14 Jul 2025 | 01:01:04 | |
TW: This episode discusses personality disorders. This week we are joined by Dr. Frederic Bien, President of the Personality Disorders Awareness Network (PDAN). He has served as Director of Development and was on the Board of National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder. This conversation sheds light on the different types of personality disorders, to help bring awareness and offer support to those with disorders or who have family members and friends who have disorders. PDAN: https://pdan.org/ PDAN Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/PDAN/ Other resources: https://pdan.org/resources/associations-and-organizations/ Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Ágnes Vass: Body, Mind, and Music | 07 Jul 2025 | 00:41:58 | |
Hungarian flutist Ágnes Vass speaks about her work as Co-Principal Flutist of the Bremerhaven Philharmonic Orchestra, alongside being a certified yoga teacher and meditation and breathwork instructor. Also the creator of Body Mind Music Lab, her diverse passions and skills combine art and mindfulness, enriching both her musical practice and her personal development. Learn more about Ágnes: https://en.agnesvass.com/ Join Body Mind Music Lab: https://www.instagram.com/bodymindmusiclab?igsh=MTkzMWVtdDkxYTZteA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT | 26 May 2025 | 00:01:11 | |
Announcing the official launch of The Conscious Artist®️ Online Shop! Logo and merchandise designed exclusively for the store by Pallavi Mahidhara. You can browse t-shirts, mugs and more to help support mental health awareness. Site currently intended for US customers only - international shipping rates and taxes apply - but stay tuned for the EU site, coming soon! Happy shopping - be sure to show off your purchases on social media and tag @theconsciousartistofficial on Instagram! Thank you for supporting this show and see you back in July for Season 7 of The Conscious Artist®️. Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Bonus Episode: Reflections with Pallavi Mahidhara | 19 May 2025 | 00:06:02 | |
A special bonus episode with your host, Pallavi Mahidhara, reflecting on the conversations in Season 6, and looking forward to Season 7. I love being able to give back with this podcast and the content I share. That's why I invest my time and money into The Conscious Artist® - because I am committed to contributing positive change to our industry and to helping the next generation of artists. At the same time this is an independent podcast, fully run by yours truly, and in order to maintain quality and consistent content on top of my performance schedule, I do need some support. So moving forward from Season 7, bonus episodes like these will be available only to paid subscribers. For only $9/month, paid subscribers will get access to bonus episodes, personal reflections, and a brand new bite size meditation series - "Mini Mindfulness with Pallavi". All under 5 minutes, these guided meditations can help you get started on your meditation journey, ease your stress during practice sessions, or simply allow you to unwind after an intense day. Premium content will also include once a month 30-min Zoom community check-ins. If you love this show and want to get premium access by subscribing - please know it would help me out a lot! If a monthly subscription feels too daunting for you right now, you can also support me with a one time donation instead on Buy Me A Coffee - the links for both the monthly subscriptions and the one time donations are listed below. Thank you all for being here with me - I truly appreciate all your continued support and love! Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial Access Premium Content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1881074/subscribe Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Neelam Pure Health: Nutrition, Supplements, and Hormone Balance | 12 May 2025 | 00:36:37 | |
IIN Certified Health and Wellness Coach Neelam Daswani talks us through nutrition, supplements, and hormone balance, as she guides us with advice on how to be our optimal selves. Book a complimentary consultation with Neelam: https://neelampurehealth.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Susan Zhang: The Importance of Community | 05 May 2025 | 00:32:41 | |
This episode features Susan Zhang, co-founder of The Concert Truck - a traveling music venue that strengthens communities by redefining the concert experience and making live music accessible to everyone. We chat about the importance of failing, how growing through discomfort frees us from internal and external restraints, and the importance of community for healing. Discover more about The Concert Truck: http://theconcerttruck.org Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Stephen Emmer: Dealing with loss of hearing and tinnitus as a musician | 28 Apr 2025 | 00:47:14 | |
Composer and arranger Stephen Emmer takes us on a very personal journey through loss of hearing in his left ear, developing tinnitus, and finding the will to continue creating art and music through it all. Listen to Stephen's music: https://stephenemmer.com/ Learn about the foundation: https://artistsagainsttinnitus.org/en/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Rachel Fenlon: Owning Failure | 21 Apr 2025 | 00:36:36 | |
Multi-faceted singer and pianist Rachel Fenlon reflects how stepping beyond the traditional classical path has given her artistic freedom and a truer sense of identity, while learning to embrace failure has shifted her perspective from judgment to curiosity. Discover Rachel's work: https://www.rachelfenlon.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Ab Sengupta: Our Lived Experiences | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:51:35 | |
Ab Sengupta, Director of Artistic Planning at Carnegie Hall, shares his experiences growing up as a multicultural child of immigrant parents. Through a variety of roles as a student of both Economics and Music, an orchestral musician, and a music administrator, Ab shares his wisdom about the "lived experiences" each of us can attest to, and the importance of showing up with those different lived experiences that contribute to making our world a richer place. Learn more about Ab: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ab-sengupta-b0163350 Follow us on Instagram: @consciousartistpodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Pallavi Mahidhara: Being Kind To Yourself | 07 Apr 2025 | 00:17:48 | |
In the opening episode of Season 6, your host, Pallavi Mahidhara, shares her perspective on perfectionism, boundaries, and having compassion for yourself. This season very spontaneously developed common themes through the conversations with our guests around finding ones identity, struggling with perfectionism and failure, and learning how to trust oneself and fight for what aligns with us. Part of sharing our struggles and being vulnerable means the possibility for collective healing. So thank you all for the beautiful community we are growing. Welcome to Season 6. Discover more about Pallavi: https://www.pallavimahidhara.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Emily Gee: Musicians' Health and Wellness | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:54:23 | |
This week we feature Dr. Emily Gee, the Director of the Musicians’ Wellness Program at the University of Colorado in Boulder. She is a licensed physical therapist (PT) and certified yoga instructor with a background in music. As a cellist, she battled playing-related injuries during music conservatory that led to a career path. Throughout her own physical recovery, she saw a great need for healthcare providers who better understood the physical, mental and emotional demandsplaced on musicians throughout their careers, and has dedicated her time serving the music community as a clinician, educator, advocate and resource to promote health and wellness among musicians. Discover more about Emily's work: https://www.colorado.edu/music/emily-gee Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Suuvi: Personal Transformation | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:44:05 | |
In this season finale, we are joined for the first time by a past guest, cellist and interdisciplinary artist Suuvi. Formerly known as Sophia Bacelar, she shares with us her personal transformation journey, through transcendental meditation, neuro feedback therapy, and learning to know herself truly in spite of all the outside noise. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Markus Wyler: The Agent's Perspective | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:49:36 | |
Secretary General of the Geza Anda Foundation and Competition, Markus Wyler, joins us in a discussion about the relationship between an artist and their agent, and the expectations versus reality aspects in his vast experience in music management, advisory roles, and dramaturg. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Pallavi Mahidhara: Showing Up | 12 Feb 2024 | 00:11:13 | |
Your very own host, Pallavi Mahidhara, shares her experiences and insights into what it means to show up for oneself, so that we can show up well for others. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Marina Naredo: Eating Disorders, Physical Injuries, and Self-Acceptance | 05 Feb 2024 | 00:30:07 | |
Content Warning: Eating Disorders This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Liz VanZandt: Reconnecting with your senses and joy | 29 Jan 2024 | 00:36:36 | |
In this episode, we chat with Liz VanZandt, an energy healer and intuitive, as she guides us through a psychology-informed roadmap to connect with and strengthen our relationship with joy and the senses. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Joshua Stewart: The Unheard Voices | 22 Jan 2024 | 00:35:45 | |
Talented tenor Joshua Stewart shares an honest view of why it is necessary to fight to stay authentic to yourself in a sometimes inauthentic world, and how he is committed to helping better our industry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Sumina Studer: Finding Your Place | 15 Jan 2024 | 00:36:31 | |
Violinist and Social media expert Sumina Studer joins us in a lively conversation about finding your place and forging your own path as an artist and a human being. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Denis Kozhukhin: The Artist's Life | 08 Jan 2024 | 00:55:08 | |
In this episode, pianist Denis Kozhukhin shares a raw and intimate view into an artist's life, the challenges of a traveling artist, and the difficulties one faces during constantly changing geo-political climates. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Sir András Schiff: The Human Capacity | 01 Jan 2024 | 00:43:19 | |
In this Season 5 opener, we are joined by the incomparable Sir András Schiff in an intimate and personal conversation about the importance of taking care of yourself as an artist and a human being, why music and politics are inseparable, and the human capacity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Special Bonus Episode with Asaf Maoz | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:50:00 | |
In this fun bonus episode, two musicians and podcasters share turns interviewing each other for an exclusive, behind the scenes conversation about music, life, and our biggest dreams. Tune in to hear the host of the Strings Attached podcast, violinist Asaf Maoz, chat with yours truly. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Neha Dias: Resilience, Creativity, and Finding our Strength | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:37:56 | |
CONTENT WARNING: Suicide, Domestic violence, abuse In this heartfelt episode, host Pallavi sits down with fitness coach, content creator, and former competitive figure skater Neha Alisha Dias. Neha opens up about her powerful journey of resilience, from dealing with a double concussion that brought her skating career to an early end, to overcoming an abusive relationship, to finding healing through movement and creative expression. Her book, 101 Reasons to Stay: A Collection of Reminders for the Days You Feel Alone, offers hope and encouragement for anyone navigating challenging seasons. Through this intimate and inspiring conversation, Neha reminds listeners that strength is born from perseverance, and that creativity, mindfulness, and compassion can guide us toward healing and self-discovery. Shop Neha's Book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/101-reasons-to-stay-neha-dias/1142815032 Follow Neha on Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nehas_wrld/?hl=en Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nehas_wrld Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| George Apfelbach: The Future of Classical Music | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:35:48 | |
Investment Banker and Classical music enthusiast George Apfelbach sits down with us to share his perspective about the future of classical music. As a Board member of the educational organization PianoArts in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, George is passionate about continuing the legacy and longevity of classical music. We chat about what we from the artistic perspective can do to engage new audiences, we make (un)educated guesses about the algorithms of social media, and we share our personal views about why classical music allow us to access the deepest levels of our own emotions. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Muriel Razavi: Hear Our Voices | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:34:27 | |
Iranian-American violist Muriel Razavi shares with us the injustices of what is happening in Iran, her research on Re-Orientalism in Music, and her desire to help make other Iranian voices heard. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Tim Sawyier: Healing in Psychoanalysis | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:47:50 | |
Former oboist turned psychoanalyst Tim Sawyier shares his knowledge and expertise about psychoanalysis, and how we can learn to better understand our patterns, behaviors, and ourselves. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Georgina Pazcoguin: The Feminine Experience | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:47:45 | |
Multi-faceted and multi-talented ballet dancer Georgina Pazcoguin joins us this week to share her journey as a woman through the world of dance; her experience with freezing her eggs, how each phase of the menstruation cycle affects our bodies, and much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Joel Link: String Quartet Life | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:48:13 | |
Founding member and 1st violinist of the Dover Quartet, Joel Link, takes us behind the scenes into the life of a string quartet musician. From dealing with member changes to learning how to maintain one's identity while being part of a team, it is ultimately a deep dive into the study of human psychology. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Amber Fasquelle: Taking Our Power Back | 26 Jun 2023 | 00:44:12 | |
Accomplished mezzo-soprano Amber Fasquelle shares her experiences in the classical vocal world, filled with power imbalances and people abusing their power; and her strength and courage in her journey of speaking up and fighting for justice to make healthier changes in our industry. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Amaratma: Healing from Grief | 19 Jun 2023 | 00:51:41 | |
Grief coach and recovery specialist AmarAtma takes us on a beautiful journey of accepting our grief and all the forms it comes in, and shows us some somatic healing techniques for letting go. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Lily Francis: The Evolution and Psychology of Teaching | 12 Jun 2023 | 00:50:30 | |
Soloist, Professor, and Mother of four, violinist Lily Francis chats with us about the evolution of teaching in our modern day society, and reminds us of the importance of curiosity instead of judgement, practicing taking risks, and healing our own traumas so that we don't pass them down to future generations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Kevin Spagnolo: Conquering Cancer | 05 Jun 2023 | 00:26:49 | |
Highly sought-after and prize-winning clarinetist, Kevin Spagnolo, shares his journey through battling Hodgkins Lymphoma in his 20s, and discovering the intensity of his survival instinct within. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Simone Porter: The Art of Performing | 29 May 2023 | 00:29:50 | |
Phenomenal violinist Simone Porter joins us to chat about the art of performing. In a field where the pressure to be "perfect" is high and nerves can run rampant, she reminds us of how to bring ourselves back to the present, and experience the magic of live performance. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Ella Lee: Finding Where We Belong | 27 Oct 2025 | 01:10:01 | |
In this special joint episode with The Classical Circuit host Ella Lee, Pallavi and Ella discuss growing up as children of immigrants, discovering their voices beyond the piano, and redefining belonging in classical music. Their conversation offers an inspiring reminder that there’s space for everyone in this industry, and that by pursuing what’s authentic and meaningful, we can each create our own path forward. Listen to The Classical Circuit: https://shows.acast.com/the-classical-circuit Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Vinay Parameswaran: Call Me By My Name | 22 May 2023 | 00:41:14 | |
Our second guest this season is Indian-American conductor Vinay Parameswaran. We dive into the not-so-fun topics of discrimination, micro-racism, as well as the strength and courage of the younger generation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Isabel Cox: Identity | 15 May 2023 | 00:53:24 | |
Season 4 begins with singer-songwriter Isabel Cox. Born to Chilean and German parents, we explore the concept of identity - musical identity, personal identity, cultural identity, familial identity, how identity crises develop, and much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Catarina Amon: Prioritizing your Wellbeing | 30 Jan 2023 | 00:33:00 | |
In this season finale, we are joined by CEO and Founder of Classeek, Catarina Amon, who chats with us about the wonderful mission and inspiration behind her organization, and the importance of prioritizing one's wellbeing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Sæunn Thorsteinsdóttir: Freeing your Mind | 23 Jan 2023 | 00:32:32 | |
Multi-talented cellist and professor Sæunn Thorsteinsdóttir shares with us her journey through improvisation, meditation, and gaining the tools to help her feel free from external pressure and judgment. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Elena Chiavegato: Fear of Judgment | 09 Jan 2023 | 00:21:32 | |
Japanese-Italian Pianist Elena Chiavegato shares her experience with working through the fear of judgement, not only as a professional musician, but also as a legal consultant for Vialto Partners, and previously for PWC. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Pallavi Mahidhara: Loneliness versus Solitude | 02 Jan 2023 | 00:17:29 | |
On the 1 year anniversary of this podcast, your very own host Pallavi Mahidhara shares her thoughts and experiences on finding the path from loneliness to solitude; from feeling anxiety when being alone, to feeling at peace with oneself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Sarah Steeves: Audience Participation | 12 Dec 2022 | 00:32:46 | |
A member of Sinfonia Toronto and the Ton Beau String Quartet, Canadian cellist Sarah Steeves chats with us about the topic of audience participation, and how it differs so greatly from classical music to other musical genres and sports. The world and the classical musical world in particular is constantly evolving, and perhaps it is time to start exploring new ways to relate to our audiences, and help make the concert experience a more inclusive one. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Evelin Tomasi: Coaching your Mind | 05 Dec 2022 | 00:33:48 | |
Violist and Coach for musicians, Evelin Tomasi, shares with us her expertise and advice on helping herself and other musicians feel better during their studies, onstage, and most importantly, in their lives. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Tess Collins: Healing from Abuse | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:46:57 | |
CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses the traumas and consequences of emotionally and mentally abusive relationships. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Students' Perspective: Q&A with Pallavi Mahidhara | 21 Nov 2022 | 00:37:32 | |
This special episode features cellist Dalia Lévy, pianist Álvaro Fernández-Bravo, and bassoonist and composer Marc Sansalvador: three wonderful and talented students who bravely ask your very own host questions about music, life, and how to cope with the many challenges we face on a daily basis, especially in the music world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Jonathan Biss: Anxiety, Acceptance, and Reclaiming Oneself | 20 Oct 2025 | 01:15:25 | |
In this deeply personal opening episode of Season 8, pianist Jonathan Biss joins host Pallavi Mahidhara for a courageous conversation about mental health, living with anxiety, and the emotional complexities of life as an artist. Together they explore identity, vulnerability, and the lifelong journey of understanding oneself on and offstage, offering insight, honesty, and hope for artists navigating similar struggles. Discover more of Jonathan's work: https://www.jonathanbiss.com/ Listen to Unquiet: https://www.jonathanbiss.com/projects/unquiet Online Shop: https://the-conscious-artist-shop.printify.me Subscribe for access to premium content: https://theconsciousartist.substack.com Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/theconsciousartist Follow us on Instagram: @theconsciousartistofficial | |||
| Dr. Helen Trebbau: Breaking The Stigma | 14 Nov 2022 | 00:35:57 | |
Psychiatrist Dr. Helen Trebbau shares her expertise in the connection between the mind and the body, and how we can learn to free ourselves from fears and psychological issues through the concept of "playing" - essentially learning to connect with our inner child. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Reena Esmail: Music Isn't Just A Hobby | 07 Nov 2022 | 00:39:19 | |
Indian-American composer Reena Esmail shares with us her journey of helping to pave the way for the younger generations of South Asians in the arts, and finding a unique and successful way to bridge the gap between Indian and Western classical music. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Lana Suran: Belonging | 31 Oct 2022 | 00:35:14 | |
Accomplished pianist Lana Suran takes us on a journey through her past, growing up with Kurdish and Russian roots in Stockholm, and shares her path of searching for the balance between the basic human need and desire to belong, and finding inner peace and a sense of "home" from within. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||
| Lucy Dhegrae: Music, Trauma, and the Power of Healing | 24 Oct 2022 | 00:47:46 | |
CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses scenarios before and after sexual trauma, but no graphic descriptions of assault. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theconsciousartist.substack.com | |||