Tapasya Loading is hosted by Indian-German Musician / Educator and founder of the Holistic Musician Academy, T.L.Mazumdar.
This podcast is a safe space to attempt honest, raw, and authentic conversation in homage to the act of stoking a sacred fire. Through open conversations and exchanges with fellow artists and thought-leaders, it pays proverbial homage to the ancient ritual of burning fear away with love and joy.
(Disclaimer: the views and opinions of the guests are not necessarily reflective of the show).
Ryan Hurst returns to Tapasya Loading on the launch of his much-awaited book On The Mat Forever (OTMF), with a conversation that leaves as powerful and deep an imprint as our first 3 years ago. Ryan holds four black belts, a...
In his third appearance on Tapasya Loading, guitarist, composer, and educator Rez Abbasi joins T.L. Mazumdar for a conversation that begins with music but doesn’t end there. Born in Karachi and raised in California, NYC-based...
You play the gig. You get the praise. Then silence. You send the pitch. No reply. Then—out of nowhere—a playlist bite. Enough to keep you hooked. Not enough to feel whole. This episode is about a subtle but powerful loop most...
Art often emerges as a vital sanctuary for those navigating life's deepest fractures, offering a sense of connection and safety. Yet, this very refuge can unwittingly evolve into a subtle trap, where unprocessed wounds forge ...
In the fast-paced world of independent artistry, the concept of "hustle" has evolved from a symbol of self-reliance to a relentless pressure to produce and promote without pause. This episode delves into the historical roots ...
Composer, sarodist, and cultural shapeshifter Soumik Datta joins T.L. Mazumdar for a conversation that goes far beyond the usual talk of craft and career. Born in Mumbai and raised in London, Soumik grew up between cultures, ...
Musician/Educator
T.L. Mazumdar’s 20-yr-plus artistic journey is reflective of an eclectic career that has aptly been described by Rolling Stone India of someone who ‘...personifies multiculturalism’.
He loves coffee, is passionate about arts as medicine, and is a quintessential Third Culture Kid who has gotten a lot better at dealing with his anxiety when asked 'where he is from'.
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www.holisticmusicianacademy.com