BANNED on X: The Story Behind a Song with Jon Pike  | #289

Jon Pike is a singer-songwriter, music producer, yoga teacher, and aspiring practical philosopher. Originally from Newfoundland, Pike is based in Toronto. Primarily releasing music under the name “BRDGS”, he’s released 3 albums and 3 EPs, notable tracks such as “dancing without music” having been streamed over 40 million times. Pike’s workhas been featured in Netflix films, on TV’s “Love Island” and “Barney’s World”, and charted on top 20 radio in Canada. As a yoga teacher and a student of psychology/philosophy, Pike is passionate about the connection between consciousness and physics. Primarily stemming from the COVID years, Pike began to introduce more political and cultural commentary in his music, centering around the “meaning crisis” and the “category crisis”.FOLLOW: brdgsmsc[00:05:00] - Introduction to Jon Pike: The host introduces Jon Pike, discussing his unique approach to songwriting and his impact on the music industry.[00:10:30] - Personal Connection to Music: Jon shares his background, growing up in a musical household, and how music became a significant part of his life.[00:20:00] - Music as a Healing Tool: Jon talks about how music has been a source of healing and personal growth, especially during challenging times.[00:35:00] - The Emotional Power of Music: The conversation delves into how music can evoke emotions and serve as a conduit for expressing complex feelings.[01:00:00] - Music and Mental Health: Jon discusses the role of music in mental health, sharing personal experiences and insights into how it has helped him and others.Substack: https://substack.com/@kelsisheren - - - - - - - - - - - -SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - - - - - - - - - - - -RHO Nutrition - Code: KELSI20 -  https://rhonutrition.com/KELSIKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin- 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -SHOPB&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -Follow #thekelsisherenperspective- - - - - - - - - - - - -CHARITYHeroic Hearts Project - https://www.heroicheartsproject.orgAll Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.orgDefenders of Freedom -https://www.defendersoffreedom.usBoot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org