Candle of Knowledge
by Jarvis R. Smith
Candle of Knowledge (CoK) is a podcast about the legacy of Jarvis Smith’s deceased parents and the lessons they taught him in the wake of their deaths. In a collection of multiple volumes (seasons) with bonus content, Jarvis speaks about grief, anxiety, authenticity, self-identity, and more topics. In this intimate collection of candid life experiences, CoK serves as a guiding light, inspiring and empowering individuals of all ages, from teens navigating the complexities of adolescence to adults grappling with life's challenges, and creatives seeking their unique paths. Each episode is a medley of wisdom and resilience, offering solace and encouragement to those who face adversity while encouraging them to strive for triumph. See <a style='color:grey;' targe
Episodes
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Welcome to R E D U X (UPDATE)
One year after R E B I R T H, Jarvis reimagines the entire future of Candle of Knowledge. . . ***Watch Candle of Knowledge: R E D U X on YouTube*** CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: R E D U X (PLAYLIST) YOUTUBE: youtube.com/@jarvisrsmith PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer...
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R E B I R T H (Recap)
In the final episode of Volume 4 (Season 4) of Candle of Knowledge, Jarvis revisits the theme of this volume and shares his outlook on the future of the series. . . CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT…
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M A G N U M O P U S
In this episode, Jarvis shares his perspective on his most important body of work. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDINGS: 12/12/23 RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 |...
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H E A L T H
In this episode, Jarvis shares a personal story about his health journey. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDINGS: 01/11/24 RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 | RØDECaster...
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BONUS: V O I C E O F W I T N E S S (ft. Chris Wendelin)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits “V O I C E O F W I T N E S S”, and shares the conversations w/ Chris Wendelin that led to his in-person return to high school after eighteen years. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY…
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V O I C E O F W I T N E S S
In this episode, Jarvis shares his experience returning to high school after eighteen years. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDINGS: 01/08/24 and 02/24/24…
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BONUS: S T O R Y O F U S (ft. Felipe, Sain, and Que)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits “S T O R Y O F U S”, and we hear from his longtime friends: Felipe Maldonado, Hussain "Sain" Ewidah, and Quinton "Que" Hampton. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT:...
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S T O R Y O F U S
In this episode, Jarvis shares what friendship means to him on a personal level. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDING: 02/03/2024 RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 |...
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BONUS: O N E - F O U R - T H R E E (ft. Kayle Kim Malea)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits "One - Four - Three", and has a personal conversation w/ Kayle Kim Malea about love, marriage, and family. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED IN: Pasadena, CA DATE OF...
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O N E - F O U R - T H R E E
In this episode, Jarvis shares his thoughts on love, marriage, and family. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDING: 01/26/2024 RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 |…
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BONUS: A T R E U S (ft. Chris Smith)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits "Atreus", and reintroduces his Brother (Chris Smith) to the series. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED IN: Chicago, IL (SW Suburbs) DATE OF RECORDING: 12/30/2023...
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A T R E U S
In this episode, Jarvis speaks about becoming an uncle and the impact his nephew has made on the podcast. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDING: 12/12/2023...
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BONUS: M A N I F E S T D E S T I N Y (ft. Kayle Kim Malea)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits "Manifest Destiny", and introduces Kayle Kim Malea to the series. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED IN: London, England DATE OF RECORDING: 12/3/2023 RECORDING TOOLS:...
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M A N I F E S T D E S T I N Y
In this episode, Jarvis shares a personal story of realizing his Father's manifestations with a trip to Europe. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC DATE OF RECORDING: 12/9/2023...
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INTRODUCING - K A Y L E K I M M A L E A (Preview)
In this preview, we're introduced to the first special guest of the new season. . . CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 | RØDE Wireless Go II POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX8 | De-Clip | Ozone 9…
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M A N I F E S T D E S T I N Y (Preview)
In this preview, Jarvis shares what the return of Candle of Knowledge means to him. . . CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 | RØDECaster Pro II POST...
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R E B I R T H (Trailer)
In this trailer, Jarvis announces the official rebirth date of Candle of Knowledge. . . CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 | RØDECaster Pro II POST...
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R E B I R T H (Teaser)
In this teaser, Jarvis initiates first contact, heralding the dawn of the rebirth of Candle of Knowledge. . . CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PLAYLIST: REBIRTH (PLAYLIST) PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 12 |…
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What Did You Do for the Future? (Teaser)
Vol. 4 coming Q4 2021! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | SHURE MV7 POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8 VOCAL FX/VST: Vinyl by iZotope SOUND KIT: “Ultra Warm Lo-Fi” by Black...
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My Candle, My Story Vol. 3
In the final episode of Vol. 3, Jarvis reflects on what inspired him during the creation of Vol. 3. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS…
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Exploring the Void
In this episode, Jarvis talks about understanding how to use grief as a tool for healing. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone…
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Why Fear Being Alone?
In this episode, Jarvis talks about becoming more protective of his surroundings. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8 VOCAL...
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One Million Mile Walk
In this episode, Jarvis recalls how he learned to become a believer of his dreams. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8 VOCAL...
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Where Did Nov. Go?
In this episode, Jarvis recalls learning about his Mother’s cancer during Thanksgiving. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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Are You Still Going to Rise?
In this episode, Jarvis recalls his morning routine with his Father. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8 VOCAL FX/VST: Vinyl...
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Exploring the Void (Preview)
On Aug. 14th, Candle of Knowledge will continue with Vol. 3, feat. five new episodes! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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Why Fear Being Alone? (Preview)
On Aug. 14th, Candle of Knowledge will continue with Vol. 3, feat. five new episodes! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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One Million Mile Walk (Preview)
On Aug. 14th, Candle of Knowledge will continue with Vol. 3, feat. five new episodes! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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Where Did Nov. Go? (Preview)
On Aug. 14th, Candle of Knowledge will continue with Vol. 3, feat. five new episodes! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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Are You Still Going to Rise? (Preview)
On Aug. 14th, Candle of Knowledge will continue with Vol. 3, feat. five new episodes! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8...
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AUG. 14TH (Teaser)
Candle of Knowledge Vol. 3 will be released on 8/14/20! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION TOOLS: RX7 | Ozone 8 MUSIC KIT: “Lush Lo-Fi” by…
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UPDATE: CoK Vol. 3
In this announcement, Jarvis gives an update on the production of Candle of Knowledge (CoK) volume three! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING TOOLS: Reason 10 | RØDE NT-USB Mini POST PRODUCTION...
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Light the Candle of Knowledge (Prologue)
In a special prologue episode, Jarvis calls his former high school teacher (Christopher Wendelin), and listens to him share a medley of personal experiences. In particular, Chris shares: the first time encountering the “Candle of Knowledge” concept, his journey to becoming an English teacher, his...
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Vol. 3 (Teaser)
I am excited to announce the third volume of Candle of Knowledge (CoK) is now in development! Please visit the CoK website for future updates. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RODE...
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My Candle, My Story Vol. 2
In the final episode of Vol. 2, Jarvis reflects on what inspired him to continue Candle of Knowledge. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: SHURE MV51 | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8...
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My Candle, My Story Vol. 2 (Preview)
Listen to a preview of the last episode of volume two, "My Candle, My Story Vol. 2" coming Dec. 13th, 2019! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: SHURE MV51 | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 |...
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Romance + Art
In this episode, Jarvis shares what led him to stop rapping, and why he's still inspired to create. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8...
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Romance + Art (Preview)
Listen to a preview of episode 11, "Romance + Art" coming Nov. 29th, 2019! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8 MUSIC: “Romantics +...
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Visions from the Capital Wasteland
In this episode, Jarvis recounts how a video game made him question how he would prosper from an unsettling time in his life. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10…
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Visions from the Capital Wasteland (Preview)
Listen to a preview of episode 10, "Visions from the Capital Wasteland" coming Nov. 15th, 2019! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8…
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Your Turn
In this episode, Jarvis shares how he learned about patience from his Mother. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8 MUSIC: “Inception of A...
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Your Turn (Preview)
Listen to a preview of episode 9, "Your Turn" coming Nov. 1st, 2019! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8 MUSIC: “Inception of A…
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The War from Within
In this episode, Jarvis shares his personal battles with racial stereotypes as an adolescent. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8 MUSIC:...
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The War from Within (Preview)
Listen to a preview of episode 8, "The War from Within" coming Oct. 18th, 2019! CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT-USB | Reason 10 | ATH-M50 | RX6 | Ozone 8 MUSIC: “The War from...
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Born in the Box Office
In this episode, Jarvis reflects on his tenure working in the box office, and the things he’s taken away from his experiences at music festivals. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE...
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Born in the Box Office (Preview)
CoK returns on Oct. 4th - listen to a preview of episode 7, "Born in the Box Office"! WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com *FIELD RECORDING: 1) Patron ingress @ Lollapalooza 2015 ***All field recordings were captured by Jarvis R. Smith.*** ℗© 2019 JRS/LineSlayer Audio. All Rights Reserved.
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Vol. 2 (Teaser)
This October, Candle of Knowledge (CoK) will continue with new episodes! WEBSITE: candleofknowledge.com MUSIC: “Greatest Month of the Year” by Jarvis R. Smith ℗ © 2019 JRS/LineSlayer Audio. All Rights Reserved.
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Moments Never Die (Xmas Bonus)
In this standalone episode, Jarvis recounts the last Christmas he spent with his Mother, and what he learned about success. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC SONG #1: “Die Enormous or Live Dormant (V1)” by Jarvis R. Smith SONG #2…
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APT. 315 (Bonus)
In the final bonus episode, Jarvis and his Brother (Chris Smith) reflect on growing up in their old home, Apt. 315. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC SONG: “Child’s Creativity” by Jarvis R. Smith RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT (USB) +…
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The Place Beyond the Void (Bonus)
In this bonus episode, Jarvis revisits #000000 to go beyond the void. CREATED BY: Jarvis R. Smith PRODUCED BY: LineSlayer Audio RECORDED AT: My Workstation Works OC SONG: “Sirens” by Jarvis R. Smith RECORDING EQUIPMENT: RØDE NT (USB) | Reason 10 | Audio-Technica – ATH-M50 | RX6 Audio Editor |…
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About this show
Candle of Knowledge (CoK) is a podcast about the legacy of Jarvis Smith’s deceased parents and the lessons they taught him in the wake of their deaths. In a collection of multiple volumes (seasons) with bonus content, Jarvis speaks about grief, anxiety, authenticity, self-identity, and more topics. In this intimate collection of candid life experiences, CoK serves as a guiding light, inspiring and empowering individuals of all ages, from teens navigating the complexities of adolescence to adults grappling with life's challenges, and creatives seeking their unique paths. Each episode is a medley of wisdom and resilience, offering solace and encouragement to those who face adversity while encouraging them to strive for triumph.
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