Lost in the Groove
by Dave Lennon
Hosted by Dave Lennon, Lost in the Groove is a podcast for artists, creatives, and curious minds. It’s a space for exploring the ideas, stories, and passions that push us forward, and for having honest, human conversations that go wherever they need to.Whether you're winding down after work, cooking dinner, or just looking for something real to tune into. Lost in the Groove is your go-to for thoughtful dialogue, creative energy, and finding the jive in each conversation.
Episodes
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#272 - Interview with photographer Jonathan Schuessler
I sat down with Jonathan Schuessler, and what stood out right away is how he sees things most people walk past. We talk about photography not as gear or settings, but as awareness. Slowing down, noticing detail, and learning how to frame moments. That don’t ask for attention but deserve it…
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#271 - Interview with podcaster Aaron Machbitz
I sat down with Aaron Machbitz to talk about discipline, masculinity, and entrepreneurship. What it actually takes to build a life most people only talk about. Aaron doesn’t deal in motivational fluff. He lives in the trenches of fitness, fatherhood, and leadership. We unpack what that looks like...
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#270 - Interview with author Bria Rose
I sat down with Bria Rose, dark romance author and fairy-tale rewriter. To talk about why Disney was never meant just for kids, and why the stories we grew up with deserve to grow up too. We dig into adult fairy-tale retellings. Retake of Beauty and the Beast as an 18+ narrative. Why sanitizing...
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#269 - Interview with podcaster Dave Keeshan
I sat down with Dave Keeshan. An engineer, science comedian, and sharp cultural observer. Who’s lived and worked across Ireland, Australia, the U.S., and beyond. What starts as a conversation about microchips and engineering turns into something bigger. How fragile modern systems really are. Why...
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#268 - Interview with author Kay A. Oliver
Talking with Kay A. Oliver felt like stepping behind the curtain of an industry. That seriously loves control more than creativity. Kay shares her path from Hollywood expectations to independent authorship. Seeing why walking away from traditional gatekeeping. Was the only way to write honestly,...
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#267 - Interview with author Dr. Rhonda Lawson
I sat down with Dr. Rhonda Lawson for a conversation that cuts through the noise. Even around writing, success, and so called shortcuts. We get honest about why trying to do everything alone burns people out. How real collaboration actually works, and why asking for help is not weakness. Dr.…
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#266 - Interview with mixed-media artist Candace "Candy" Campbell
Sitting down with Candace Campbell felt less like an interview. More like opening a long, well worn journal. Candy walks me through a life that zigzagged on purpose. From childhood humor and early writing to acting. All the way to radio, debate, academia, aviation, nursing, and finally circling...
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#265 - Interview with photographer Lesle Lane
I sat down with Lesle Lane to talk about what happens after the spotlight fades and you decide not to disappear. Lesle opens up about reinvention, and a creative identity. Finding the long road of staying true to your voice in an industry that constantly asks not to. Become something else you…
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#264 - Interview with coach Dale Walsh
Dale Walsh shows up grounded, honest, and allergic to shortcuts. We talk about discipline not as hustle jargon, but as a daily practice that shapes identity over time. Dale breaks down what it means to commit to your craft when nobody’s watching. How consistency builds confidence. Why most people...
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#263 - Interview with author Andy Dietrich
I dropped into this conversation with Andy Dietrich expecting a talk about his book. We ended up wandering through one of the most honest, unfiltered hours I’ve had on the show. We go from busted childhood cartoons to the slow death of TV shows. That really overstayed their welcome, debating...
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#262 - Interview with podcaster Jake Green
We break down what’s gone wrong in Hollywood, of course the clutter, the soullessness, and obsession with trends. Why indie creators have become the new heartbeat. Jake opens up about filmmaking as a team sport. The danger of chasing comfort, and the pressure of working in a world. That expects...
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#261 - Interview with podcaster Elias Martin
Elias Martin lives at the crossroads of politics, tech, and human behavior. The stuff everyone argues about, but almost nobody understands. As the creator of Political High Tech, Elias breaks down the systems running our world. Without the doom-scroll panic or influencer theatrics. In our...
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#260 - Interview with podcaster Cody Johnston aka The Weird Canadian
Cody Johnston, better known as "The Weird Canadian", doesn’t just talk tech; he lives it. From quitting a cushy government job to building custom AI-driven business tools. Cody’s mission is clear: take technology out of the corporations’ hands and give it back to creators. We go deep into the…
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#259 - Interview with music writer Allen Halas
Allen Halas is the kind of creator who doesn’t wait for permission. As the founder of Breaking and Entering Milwaukee and host of Hustling Sideways. He’s been documenting the local music scene while building a platform. That lifts new artists out of the noise. We talk about the Midwest’s…
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#258 - Interview with author Jood Lanette
Jood Lanette isn’t just an author, there a survivor of reinvention. Raised in a world that demanded conformity, Jood walked away from religion. Rediscovered there identity as a queer creative, and learned to live by there own rhythm. There writing, including The Timeless Pendant, carries the…
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#257 - Interview with artist Sasha Mereu
Sasha Mereu has lived more lives than most artists dream of. Broadway performer, magician, visual artist, and guitarist for the punk band United Defiance. From working FedEx night shifts to conjuring illusions on stage. Sasha’s story is about the balance between creative drive, and real-world...
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#256 - Interview with author J.F Monroe
J.F. Monroe writes fantasy that cuts through the noise,sharp dialogue, tight pacing. When characters that actually feel human; even when they’re not. We talked about The Legendary Guardians, her fast-moving fantasy series. Built on character depth over endless world-building. She opens up about...
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#255 - Interview with author Chancellor Jackson
Chancellor Jackson’s story starts with a dream and takes a hard left turn. A former athlete who found himself locked up in China after a random drug test. Chancellor turned one of the darkest moments of his life into a global bestseller, 14 Days in Beijing. What began as survival became...
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#254 - Interview with mixed-media artist Ama Agyemang
New York grit meets artistic flow. Ama Agyemang opens up about leaving behind civil engineering. Finding tattooing through sheer persistence. What it really takes to survive as an artist in Brooklyn. From drawing at a Blink Fitness front desk to tattooing on fake skin. Even their own body, Ama...
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#253 - Interview with author Danielle Orsino
Danielle Orsino didn’t set out to become a fantasy author it started in a hospital room. Telling stories to distract a patient during IV therapy. Those small tales grew into The Birth of the Fae. A series that now has her dubbed the “New Fabio of Fantasy,” gracing her own covers in full cosplay....
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#252 - Interview with band duo Hecojeni
Hecojeni doesn’t dress their music up for the algorithm. No polish, no autotune just raw takes, jagged edges. The kind of lyrics that hit harder because they’re unfiltered. In our conversation, we dive into the making of The Human Race. A song that channels frustration, burnout. Seeing resilience...
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#251 - Interview with media producer Dan Shinder
What if you could build a global audience of over a million people. Without spending a dime on ads, SEO, or boosting posts? That’s exactly what Dan Shinder did with Drum Talk TV. Since 2013, he’s reached more than 100 million people a year across 130 countries. Dan's done it with nothing more…
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#250 - Interview with coach Shane Lang
Shane Lang doesn’t believe in fixing people he believes in redesigning how we see them. As the coach behind Divergent by Design. Shane works with kids, teens, parents, and adults navigating learning disabilities and autism. Helping them lean into who they are instead of fighting to fit a mold. We...
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#249 - Interview with author Cathelina Duvert
This week, we’re joined by Cathelina Duvert—teacher, blogger, and author of The Box. A novel rooted in her own journey through depression and healing. We dive into the emotional truths behind her fiction, how writing became her therapy. Why her blog Cathy’s Cross offers more than just hope, it’s…
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#248 - Interview with music producer David Mysliwiec
In this episode, I sit down with David Mysliwiec, the founder and CEO of The Upstate Sound. A Grammy-winning label, publisher, and artist collective based in Nashville. From bootstrapping beats in Western Mass to building a full-stack music company. With its own Codex, David shares the raw story...
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#247 - Interview with author Jenna Udenberg
In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Dave sits down with Jenna Udenberg. A talented author, a serious disability advocate. Founder of Above & Beyond With U. From her Northshore roots to becoming a Bush Fellow community leader. Jenna shares the challenges and triumphs of living life from…
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#246 - Interview music producer with Brennan Jasso
In a region where reggaeton reigns and the Latin music scene sets the tone. Brennan Jasso aka Brennan and the Sun dares to be different. Blending the glam edge of David Bowie with the sensual soul of Prince, and adding a vibrant dash of Latin spice. Brennan’s music carves its own lane in a...
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#245 - Interview with podcaster Anonymous Andrew
What happens when sobriety, betrayal, and cult recovery collide? In this episode, I sit down with Anonymous Andrew. IT pro by day, cult investigator by night. The raw, unfiltered voice behind Digital Dating with Anonymous Andrew and Cultimatum. From surviving toxic relationships, and escaping...
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#244 - Interview with author Jordan Keller
Cincinnati-based science fiction author Jordan S. Keller. Joins the pod to talk about the stories that shape us, the grief that drives us. The real power of finding your voice through chaos. We dive into her new release, "Failing Gravity" a cyberpunk love letter to the metal album The Death of...
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#243 - Interview with podcaster Ashe Woodward
Horror author and high school teacher Ashe Woodward. Joins the pod for a brilliant, genre-loving ride through indie film. The writing trauma, and the power of monsters. We talked about why horror is having a renaissance. How creepy stories help kids process real-life fears. Seeing how the horror...
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#242 - Interview with film maker Jaze Bordeaux
Award-winning filmmaker and executive producer Jaze Bordeaux of Universe Picutres. Joins the pod for a free-flowing deep dive into cinema. Also, consciousness, and the collapse of old systems. From his breakout indie film EFC. To his upcoming projects Let Go and Genesis. Jaze shares the…
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#241 - Interview with documentary film maker Neil Laird
Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker and author Neil Laird joins the pod. For a brutally honest, time-bending conversation about truth, and mythology. Finding the stories that shape us. After producing over 1,000 hours of ancient history shows. For networks like BBC, PBS, and History Channel.…
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#240 - Interview with podcaster Travis Sivart
In this epic ride of an episode. Writer, and podcaster Travis Sivart joins me for a full-spectrum conversation. About the magic of imagination, and the failures of modern society. Veering into the deeply nerdy joy of seeing the world through a storyteller’s lens. From Star Trek to ancient…
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#239 - Interview with author David Auge
David Auge joins the pod to explore the deep, often overlooked world of insects. The wisdom of nature’s smallest engineers. The honeybee, and the desert locust. Drawing from decades of environmental work, personal beekeeping. David's book "Man’s Search for Sustainability." David breaks down why...
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#238 - Interview with scientist Laura Alyn
In this soulful, and mind-expanding conversation. Laura Alyn founder of the ILA Institute and host of Grounded Spirits and ILA Radio. Joins me to explore what it means to be human, creative, and whole in a fragmented world. We dived into intuition, soul-body alignment. Seeing how the false binary...
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#237 - Interview with singer-songwriter Leah Simmons
South Florida’s own Leah Simmons returns to the pod with stories, songs, and soul. Since her last appearance in 2023 on Episode #149. Leah has released new music, gotten married, and stepped deeper into her creative self. We talk about the power of feeling safe in love. The bittersweet truth…
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#236 - Interview with therapist Dr. Lincoln Stoller
In this deeply layered conversation, quantum physicist and clinical counselor Dr. Lincoln Stoller. joins me to explore the terrain between science, and spirit. From neural training, and anxiety to the unseen forces that shape identity. Lincoln opens up about parenting, failure, and the work of...
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#235 - Interview with podcaster David Beckemeyer
David Beckemeyer joins the pod to talk about toxic outrage. The darker mechanics of media manipulation. Seeing how polarization fuels political violence. As host of the Outrage Overload podcast, David brings science-backed insight. Into how we’ve become addicted to outrage,and what we can do to...
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#234 - Interview with adult entertainer Pepper Kat
Former news producer turned adult entertainer. Pepper Kat joins the pod for an honest, boundary-pushing conversation. We explore male loneliness, the reality behind online desire. Seeing what society still gets wrong about sex and connection. The constant disrespect for adults being adults.…
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#233 - Interview with author Aly Vredenburgh
In this conversation, author and researcher Aly Vredenburgh. Joins me for a raw, wide-reaching look at what’s driving Gen Z’s mental health crisis. Looking into why most of the explanations we’re hearing. Rather realising there not even scratching the surface. Aly breaks down how housing…
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#232 - Interview with author Amani Roberts
In this electric avenue of Lost in the Groove we took it highya. A sit down with DJ, professor, author, and music historian Amani Roberts. For a deep dive into the soul of R&B, its roots, its rise, and its revolution. Amani breaks down the legacy of R&B groups from the 1950s to the 2000s as...
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#231 - Interview with podcaster James Walters
In this deep reflective and wild as hell episode. I sat down with author, photographer, and podcast host James Walters. For a conversation that flows from the power of perspective. To the absurd brilliance of The Big Lebowski, and what is to be the dude man. James shares how he built a career...
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#230 - Interview with podcaster Julie Marty-Pearson
Story of My Pet Podcast, Julie opens up about her deep love for animals. Her journey into podcasting, and why storytelling isn’t just a creative outlet. it’s a vital tool for healing, advocacy, and community. We get into it all, from wild stories of raising bottle-fed kittens and housing a…
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#229 - Interview with artist Joanna Blair
I sat down with the extraordinary Joanna Blair. An internationally exhibited mixed media artist whose figurative paintings celebrate inner strength. Transformation, and the beauty of life's unknowns in between. Joanna shares her deeply personal journey. From painting traditional oil portraits to...
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#228 - Interview with writer M.T Bass
I sat down with M.T. Bass, a prolific author. Who's written twelve novels, two novellas, and a book of songs. With no signs of slowing down. M.T. brings a lifetime of experiences into his writing. From flying planes and working in the aerospace industry. To crafting mysteries, techno-thrillers…
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#209 - Interview with podcaster Bob LeMent
On this episode I'm talking to Bob LeMent. Co-host of Static Radio, one of the longest-running unscripted podcasts online. Bob has been recording weekly with his co-host Miles Tidal since 1999. Just to give you guys a quick perspective check, I was born in 1999. Been bringing listeners hilarious,...
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#226 - Interview with actor Annie korzen
I had the chance to sit down with Annie Korzen storyteller, humorist, and TikTok sensation. Of course most famous for her roles as Doris Klompus from Seinfeld. Annie joined me to promote her book, The Book of Annie: Humor, Heart, and Chutzpah from an Accidental Influencer. Sharing personal…
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#225 - Interview with film maker Summer Shelton
In this episode, I sat down with award-winning filmmaker Summer Shelton. to talk about the heart and grit behind independent filmmaking. From growing up on a rural sheep farm in North Carolina and experioening the outdoors. Eventually leading to producing films screened at Cannes and Sundance....
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#224 - Interview with actor Grant Johnson
I sat down with voice-over actor Grant Johnson. To explore our shared love for storytelling, video games, and practical effects in film. Grant opened up about how his early influences. Like Mrs. Doubtfire, Fraggle Rock, and classic 90s cinema. Shaped his creative spirit and led him into the world...
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#223 - Interview with podcaster Cassian Bellino
I sat down with Cassian Bellino, the voice behind Biblically Speaking podcast. And the founder of the Biblically Heard community. Cassian shared her personal story of wrestling with the Bible for over two decades. Feeling disconnected, and frustrated by the lack of context in Scripture. That...
About this show
Hosted by Dave Lennon, Lost in the Groove is a podcast for artists, creatives, and curious minds. It’s a space for exploring the ideas, stories, and passions that push us forward, and for having honest, human conversations that go wherever they need to.Whether you're winding down after work, cooking dinner, or just looking for something real to tune into. Lost in the Groove is your go-to for thoughtful dialogue, creative energy, and finding the jive in each conversation.
Hosted by
Dave Lennon