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Mentalhealth EPISODES

Freedom, Love and Identity w/ Peter Crone
Jan. 29, 2026

Freedom, Love and Identity w/ Peter Crone

For over twenty years, Peter Crone (‘’The Mind Architect’’, ‘’Human Ayahuasca’’), has worked with some of the world’s most elite athletes, CEOs, artists, and Hollywood icons, helping them dissolve the mental constructs that c...

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On the Mat Forever w/ Ryan Hurst
Nov. 11, 2025

On the Mat Forever w/ Ryan Hurst

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...

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Otherness, Art, and the The Myth of the ‘Professional Musician’ w/ Soumik Datta
Oct. 6, 2025

Otherness, Art, and the The Myth of the ‘Professional Musician’ w/ So…

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, ...

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Artists and Money
Aug. 19, 2025

Artists and Money

In a society that often measures success by the weight of its wallets, the true essence of wealth remains elusive. Artistry, frequently labeled as an unprofitable pursuit, challenges this superficial narrative by revealing de...

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Lost and Found in Berlin & Defining Success and Failure in the Artist's Practice w/ Kavall
Oct. 21, 2024

Lost and Found in Berlin & Defining Success and Failure in the Artist…

Guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, and composer Kavall explores space in his practice that transcends and expands both extrinsic and intrinsic representations of the same in what is arguably an unprecedented manner. Founder of...

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Balancing Power and Vulnerability  As a Performing Artist w/ Johannes Stange
Sept. 24, 2024

Balancing Power and Vulnerability As a Performing Artist w/ Johannes…

I’m excited to welcome Johannes Stange, a long-time friend and one of my most cherished collaborators on this episode . Johannes is a rare archetype—a multi-hyphenate artist whose standards of excellence continue to inspire m...

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Navigating Self-doubt, Addiction and Virtuosity as an Independent Musician w/ Rebecca Mardal
Aug. 26, 2024

Navigating Self-doubt, Addiction and Virtuosity as an Independent Mus…

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What is Toxic Pedagogy? What Musicians Need to Understand.
Aug. 13, 2024

What is Toxic Pedagogy? What Musicians Need to Understand.

Read the blog post here: https://www.tapasyaloading.com/blog/what-is-toxic-pedagogy/ Download my FREE 'Artist Mindmap'. A one-page mini-masterclass for independent musicians. Music and Audio Production: www.everynowheremusic....

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Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective
July 30, 2024

Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective

The importance of discerning between sensitivity and fragility.

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Internalizing Our Haters (Solocast)
July 23, 2024

Internalizing Our Haters (Solocast)

How global musicians and artists can overcome toxic criticism and cultural biases.

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Showing up Authentically and Reclaiming Identity in a Multicultural world as a TCK w/ Marie Suazo (Swapcast)
May 29, 2024

Showing up Authentically and Reclaiming Identity in a Multicultural w…

Mental-Health Advocates and TCKs', author Marie Suazo and Musician T.L. Mazumdar riff on showing up authentically in society.

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Riding Passion and Unity To Reach the 'Seventh Sky' w/ Jonathan Ihlenfeld Cuñado
April 13, 2024

Riding Passion and Unity To Reach the 'Seventh Sky' w/ Jonathan Ihlen…

Spanish-German Bassist, Composer-Producer & Educator talks to T.L. Mazumdar.

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Unpacking Performance, the 'Hang', Vulnerability, and Solopreneurship in Online Spaces as a Musician w/ Corey Congilio
March 28, 2024

Unpacking Performance, the 'Hang', Vulnerability, and Solopreneurship…

Guitarist and Solopreneur Corey Congilio speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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Self-care, Self-integration and Self-talk as Musicians w/ Hannah Murray
Jan. 23, 2024

Self-care, Self-integration and Self-talk as Musicians w/ Hannah Murr…

Violinist, Educator, and Timani Instructor speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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An American in India: Busting Myths, The Indian Music Industry & Music Education, Safe Spaces and Vocal Health w/ Zachary Ray
Dec. 21, 2023

An American in India: Busting Myths, The Indian Music Industry & Musi…

Boston-bred Vocal Coach Zachary Daniel Ray speaks to T.L. Mazumdar on his life in India

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Strong for Life w/ Conor O Shea
Oct. 12, 2023

Strong for Life w/ Conor O Shea

Conor O'Shea's story is reminiscent of many a young high-performance athelete whose own physical well-being ended up being collateral damage to the brutal demands of his passion . Facing chronic pain challenges in his 20s tha...

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Revisiting the Birth of ’World Music’ and Unpacking its Relevance in 2023 w/ Sheila Chandra
Aug. 21, 2023

Revisiting the Birth of ’World Music’ and Unpacking its Relevance in …

Iconic British-Asian Singer/Author/Coach Sheila Chandra speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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Who Does English Belong To, The Dark Side of Code-Switching and Why We Should Keep Writing w/ Miles Miniaci
June 27, 2023

Who Does English Belong To, The Dark Side of Code-Switching and Why W…

Professor, technical writing instructor, and consultant Miles Miniaci speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.

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Creating Great Art and Taking Care of Your Fans w/ Emily White
June 13, 2023

Creating Great Art and Taking Care of Your Fans w/ Emily White

Amazon #1 best-selling author and podcaster Emily White speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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Demystifying PR for the Post-Pandemic, Hyphenated, Independent Artist w/ Ariel Hyatt
March 21, 2023

Demystifying PR for the Post-Pandemic, Hyphenated, Independent Artist…

NYC-based Founder of Cyber PR and Bestselling Author Ariel Hyatt Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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Making an Album with 100 Plus Female Collaborators, Chocolate that Empowers Local Congo Businesses and Effortless Mastery in Juggling Multiple Hats w/ Vivienne Aerts
March 8, 2023

Making an Album with 100 Plus Female Collaborators, Chocolate that Em…

NYC-based Dutch Singer / Psychologist Vivienne Aerts talks to T.L. Mazumdar about her new album.

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Balance, Discipline, Forgiveness and Compassion w/ Esther Rojas
March 2, 2023

Balance, Discipline, Forgiveness and Compassion w/ Esther Rojas

LA-based Colombian bassist, arranger, educator, and musical director Esther Rojas speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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Balancing Athletic and Musical Lifestyles, the Impact of Travel on Music, the Space Between Notes, and the Power of Choice with Camellia Akhamie Kies
Feb. 21, 2023

Balancing Athletic and Musical Lifestyles, the Impact of Travel on Mu…

Drummer And Entrepreneur Camellia Akhamie Kies speaks to T.L. Mazumdar

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