#32: Michael Gungor - Shutting Off Your Inner Editor, Getting Into a Flow State, Group Singing, and More

Michael Gungor is a creative mystic living in Pasadena, California. Primarily known for his music, Michael is the co-founder and primary songwriter of the eclectic indie band Gungor. The group's acclaimed albums blend elements of folk, rock, electronic, and world music, with introspective lyrics exploring the divinity of the human experience. Aside from his work under the Gungor moniker, Michael has also released three ambient instrumental albums with his friend and bandmate Tyler Chester as "On Earth", as well as an experimental side project called "Weiwu".Beyond his music, Michael is also the co-founder of the popular The Liturgists podcast, which brings together diverse guests for honest, thought-provoking conversations about faith, science, art, and the nature of the divine. He also has a second podcast exclusively focused on non dual spirituality called “Loving This.” In addition to his musical and podcast endeavors, Gungor has co-written songs for other artists, produced records, and created music for film and television. He is also an author, having published a book titled "THIS: Becoming Free."In our conversation, Michael and I talk about his current projects, how he maintains the right creative energy in the studio, the power of group singing, and more. Website: https://www.michaelgungor.comInstagram: @michaelgungor