Psychology EPISODES

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Aug. 28, 2026

Rocking the Boat w/ Vivienne Aerts

Five years after her first appearance on Tapasya Loading, New York-based Dutch vocalist, composer, producer, educator and psychologist Vivienne Aerts returns as our first-ever guest to make a second reappearance. Her new album, Current, was created aboard a tiny wooden sailboat that Vivienne and her husband, Ted Steinebach, first bought during the pandemic. What began with a fascination for the acoustics of open water eventually became a floating studio, travelling from Leiden towards Amsterd...
Rocking the Boat w/ Vivienne Aerts
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Rocking the Boat w/ Vivienne Aerts
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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 create limitation and suffering. His approach doesn't attempt to offer behavioural fixes or quick-fix strategies, but goes where generic self-help tends to tiptoe around: dismantling the core beliefs underneath accepted constraints in the first place. Recorded with a li...
Freedom, Love and Identity w/ Peter Crone
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Freedom, Love and Identity w/ Peter Crone
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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, and spent twenty-eight years in Japan immersed deep in the study of martial arts and its philosophy. (He is also a pretty serious guitar player, even if mostly a quiet one.) The fact that most people have no idea about any of this is a clue towards the brand of humili...
On the Mat Forever w/ Ryan Hurst
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On the Mat Forever w/ Ryan Hurst
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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 deeper emotional coordinates like fulfillment and alignment-the wealth we we truly seek. While mainstream paths chase metrics, artists question "What would I still do if no one paid me?". Read the Blog post: Blog Post Free Artist-Training: https://holisticmusici...
Artists and Money
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Artists and Money
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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.com Episode Notes / Text : www.tlwrites.com Music and Audio Production: www.everynowheremusic.com Episode Notes / Text : www.tlwrites.com
Guest: T.L. Mazumdar
What is Toxic Pedagogy? What Musicians Need to Understand.
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What is Toxic Pedagogy? What Musicians Need to Understand.
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July 30, 2024

Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective

The importance of discerning between sensitivity and fragility.
Guest: T.L. Mazumdar
Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective
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Sensitivity vs. Fragility: An Artist's Perspective
Navigating the Post-Pandemic Aftermath of a Dream Debut at 21 and Resilience Amidst Adversity w/ Madhura Talluri
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Navigating the Post-Pandemic Aftermath of a Dream Debut at 21 and Resilience Amidst Adversity w/ Madhura Talluri
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Sept. 14, 2023

The Past, Present and Future of German Pop Music w/ Udo Dahmen

Vice President of The German Music Council and Founder of Pop-Akademie Udo Dahmen speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
The Past, Present and Future of German Pop Music w/ Udo Dahmen
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The Past, Present and Future of German Pop Music w/ Udo Dahmen
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Aug. 8, 2023

’Good’, Bad’ and ’Perfect’ Music w/ Jake Sherman

Brooklyn-based Pianist/Singer-Songwriter/Producer/Multi-instrumentalist Jake Sherman speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
’Good’, Bad’ and ’Perfect’ Music w/ Jake Sherman
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’Good’, Bad’ and ’Perfect’ Music w/ Jake Sherman
Training a Growth Mindset as an Artist and Leadership for Women in an Indian Context w/ Shreya Nagarajan Singh
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Training a Growth Mindset as an Artist and Leadership for Women in an Indian Context w/ Shreya Nagarajan Singh
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June 27, 2023

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

Professor, technical writing instructor, and consultant Miles Miniaci speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Who Does English Belong To, The Dark Side of Code-Switching and Why We Should Keep Writing w/ Miles Miniaci
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Who Does English Belong To, The Dark Side of Code-Switching and Why We Should Keep Writing w/ Miles Miniaci
Movements for Musicians, Digital Nomadism, Gracie JiuJitsu, Prayer and Astrology w/ Steve Maxwell
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Movements for Musicians, Digital Nomadism, Gracie JiuJitsu, Prayer and Astrology w/ Steve Maxwell
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March 21, 2023

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

NYC-based Founder of Cyber PR and Bestselling Author Ariel Hyatt Speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Demystifying PR for the Post-Pandemic, Hyphenated, Independent Artist w/ Ariel Hyatt
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Demystifying PR for the Post-Pandemic, Hyphenated, Independent Artist w/ Ariel Hyatt
Making an Album with 100 Plus Female Collaborators, Chocolate that Empowers Local Congo Businesses and Effortless Mastery in Juggling Multiple Hats w/ Vivienne Aerts
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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
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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
Guest: Esther Rojas
Balance, Discipline, Forgiveness and Compassion w/ Esther Rojas
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Balance, Discipline, Forgiveness and Compassion w/ Esther Rojas
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Jan. 23, 2023

Healing Obesity with Empathy, Understanding Self-Love, and Vulnerability as a Strength with Drew Manning

NY Times Best Selling Author and Fitness Expert Drew Manning speaks to T.L. Mazumdar
Guest: Drew Manning
Healing Obesity with Empathy, Understanding Self-Love, and Vulnerability as a Strength with Drew Manning
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Healing Obesity with Empathy, Understanding Self-Love, and Vulnerability as a Strength with Drew Manning
Blurring Lines Between Performing and Teaching, Common Causes of Piano Injury, Unpacking Jazz Piano Pedagogy in 2023 and Mistakes to Avoid in Audience Building w/ Noah Kellman
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Blurring Lines Between Performing and Teaching, Common Causes of Piano Injury, Unpacking Jazz Piano Pedagogy in 2023 and Mistakes to Avoid in Audience Building w/ Noah Kellman
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June 21, 2022

D For Brother, Unwitting Pioneers of ’World Music’ In Pre-Internet India with Amyt Datta

Surviving member of pioneering band D For Brother, Amyt Datta speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
Guest: Amyt Datta
D For Brother, Unwitting Pioneers of ’World Music’ In Pre-Internet India with Amyt Datta
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D For Brother, Unwitting Pioneers of ’World Music’ In Pre-Internet India with Amyt Datta
Why Musicians Should Work Out, Feeling Safe, Understanding Health-Span, and the Effect of Culture on Fitness-Image with Ryan Hurst
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Why Musicians Should Work Out, Feeling Safe, Understanding Health-Span, and the Effect of Culture on Fitness-Image with Ryan Hurst
The Birth of a Third-Generation Japanese Sitarist and Cultivating Global Exchange Authentically with Tadao Ishihama
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The Birth of a Third-Generation Japanese Sitarist and Cultivating Global Exchange Authentically with Tadao Ishihama
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Feb. 21, 2022

Imposter Syndrome, Self-care and Learning to Listen as a Musician with Sebastien Heintz

Swiss-French producer and multi-instrumentalist Sebastien Heintz (aka Univers-Îls, OVERSEA & Z-Star Delta) talks to T.L. Mazumdar
Imposter Syndrome, Self-care and Learning to Listen as a Musician with Sebastien Heintz
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Imposter Syndrome, Self-care and Learning to Listen as a Musician with Sebastien Heintz
Studying Traditions authentically and Navigating Multiple Musical Modalities in a Contemporary Context with Pete Lockett
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Studying Traditions authentically and Navigating Multiple Musical Modalities in a Contemporary Context with Pete Lockett
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Jan. 18, 2022

The Making of ’Vignette’, Pianist or Singer and the Colonial Hangover around the Piano in India with T.L. Mazumdar (Solocast)

T.L. Mazumdar aka EveryNowHere answers audience questions on the making of his debut solo piano album.
The Making of ’Vignette’, Pianist or Singer and the Colonial Hangover around the Piano in India with T.L. Mazumdar (Solocast)
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The Making of ’Vignette’, Pianist or Singer and the Colonial Hangover around the Piano in India with T.L. Mazumdar (Solocast)
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Jan. 10, 2022

'Effortless Mastery' to 'Becoming the Instrument' with Kenny Werner

Iconic Pianist/Composer and Author of 'Effortless Mastery' Kenny Werner speaks to T.L. Mazumdar.
'Effortless Mastery' to 'Becoming the Instrument' with Kenny Werner
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'Effortless Mastery' to 'Becoming the Instrument' with Kenny Werner