Hunter Hawkins is Here and Now

What happens when you finally stop waiting for permission and take control of who you are?   Hunter Hawkins joins The Jeremiah Show for a deeply personal conversation about music, filmmaking, self-discovery, vulnerability, and the long creative journey behind the long-awaited upcoming EP Awake, produced by Kenny Loggins.   From award-winning short films and late-night songwriting sessions to life in Los Angeles, emotional healing, and the premiere of the new single “Here Now,” Hunter opens up about creativity as a form of transformation, authenticity, and learning to trust the process.   Plus, hear exclusive new music and stories behind the companion film Awake: Pinky’s Journey.   Hunter Hawkins Website   Hunter Hawkins Instagram   Hunter Hawkins Spotify   Hunter Hawkins YouTube   00:05:05 – Remembering Ivor Davis Jeremiah pays tribute to legendary journalist and friend Ivor Davis, reflecting on his extraordinary career, curiosity, and love of storytelling. 00:07:01 – Meeting Hunter Hawkins & The Journey Since 2021 The story of Hunter’s unforgettable Santa Barbara performance, artistic growth, and the road leading to her new EP Awake. 00:12:11 – Why the New Music Took So Long Hunter shares her move to Los Angeles, film school experience, personal growth, and the creative journey behind her upcoming release. 00:18:30 – Working with Kenny Loggins as Producer & Mentor How Kenny Loggins helped shape Awake, opened new opportunities, and guided Hunter through the realities of a creative career. 00:22:49 – Creativity, Film School & Following the Vision Hunter discusses filmmaking, artistic seasons, trusting the creative process, and learning to create without forcing inspiration. 00:29:16 – From Award-Winning Short Films to Storytelling on Screen A deep dive into Wendo, Jay and Jenny, directing, acting, vulnerability, and finding universal human moments through film. 00:46:14 – Awake: Pinky’s Journey & The Companion Film Premiere Hunter previews the 40-minute film accompanying Awake, its themes of self-discovery, memory, transformation, and identity. 00:55:20 – The Rare Guitar, New Music & What Comes Next The origin story of Hunter’s songwriting, themes behind Awake, working with world-class musicians, upcoming performances, and the exclusive debut of “Here Now.”   POP CULTURE, MUSIC ICONS, & FOOD GODS - Listen More & Evolve   Catch Up With Past Shows and Your Favorite Guests - TJS MEDIA LIBRARY   Partner with The Jeremiah Show  BRAND PARTNER DECK   The Jeremiah Show is brought to you by Evolve Entertainment Network  www.thejeremiahshow.com https://radio-evolve.rocks   Host | Executive Producer - Jeremiah D. Higgins Senior Sound Engineer | Producer - Graham Palmer | Surprise Studio   THE JEREMIAH SHOW PROUDLY FEATURES    Cuzen Matcha Worldwide - Get $30 Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30” Music Connection Magazine  MusiCares  Omad Records Nicole Sofia Voracious Records Greens First - Get 30% Off at Checkout “JEREMIAH30”   The Jeremiah Show Radio Broadcast is heard in London, Somerset, U.K., New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Los Angeles, Ontario, Canada, and Santa Barbara on Radio Candy Media. We are broadcast in London on Belter Radio and in Paris on My Indie Radio.   SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS   Jeremiah D. Higgins   Graham Palmer, Surprise Studio     Did you like the music in this episode?  The Jeremiah Show Original Music Soundtracks     The Jeremiah Show Theme Song “The Ocean and the Butterfly” by The Dave Matthews Band   NEW SHOWS - Every Friday Classic TJS Shows Drop Every Wednesday