The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast

Ian Love Covington, prolific musician and member of the band Family Mystic visits Bon Bon’s Nook and after some waffles we talk about the power of music, Love's journey with songwriting and being a musician on the road – finding that tricky balance of touring while caring for self and body. Ian is described as “A modern day minstrel on a journey to foster hope & community resilience through music.”Also touched on:Growing up around musicThe creative process and how songs come throughThe future of the local venueThe Beatles & The Grateful Dead1960’s in the bay area and the Laurence Cole connectionOrigin story of Family MysticClowns from the east coastWhere Ian is taking his solo music nextDreams for 2026…and of course much moreAt the end of the podcast Ian plays a few of his songs live at Bon Bon’s Nook for listeners to enjoy.Check out Ian’s linktree here:https://linktr.ee/ianloveofearthSign up on his Patreon to help support the creation of more music, and get access to his latest songs as they’re being developed: https://www.patreon.com/cw/IanLoveCheck out Family Mystic here: https://www.familymystic.comAnd now for my own plugs:Bon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix and a Sugar-free Waffle Mix coming soon. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠ and on that silly Instagram at: instagram.com/bonbons_nookYou can also find my one-on-one web/tech consulting and creativity coaching services at https://www.starchildcreative.comThanks for listening to The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast. Tell your friends and gently caress that like button perhaps? Love you!

WARNING: DJ Bellybutton can be a strong flavor and is not suitable for all beings in all dimensions. Prepare for chaotic moments interspersed with philosophy and deep bellybutton wisdom.If you can handle it, please proceed with listening, and join the Bellybutton Movement while you're at it: djbellybutton.org

In this episode we sit down at the round table (full of gemstones and essential oils) with the incomparable Apple Core and talk about all kinds of sparkly things including:That the moon is made of cheese, and what kind of cheese exactly?Ohl’s recent group breathwork facilitationApple Core’s current music project - BlossomsBellybuttonsOhl’s ancestryGeographic origins of instrumentsKen Burns documentariesLittle Ball’s astrologyThis episode’s secret phrase…and as always, much moreFind Apple Core’s music at https://juliankenneth.bandcamp.com/And now for the plugs you all know and love but we repeat just in case you forgot:Find out more about Ohl’s breathwork and support offerings at moonmountainhealing.com and via that silly old Instagram at: instagram.com/moonmountainhealingllcBon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠ and on that silly Instagram at: instagram.com/bonbons_nook

In this 4-person roundtable podcast at Bon Bon’s Nook, we sit down and talk about Conscious Growth Convergence 2025 that happened on the land at Lost Valley Education Center.Some of the things we discussed were:Experiences arriving at CGCThe gathering as a full spectrum experienceGrief ceremony and how that rippled into the villageBeing naked and in your powerThe many wonderful workshops of the weekendMagic of the main stage performances (and the secret main stage shower)Silly/play vs. Ceremony/reverent and finding that balanceThe secret word/phrase for double punches at Tortilla ThursdayFind out more about Conscious Growth at: consciousgrowthconvergence.orgSee videos from the weekend (coming soon) and from 2024 on the CGC YouTube at youtube.com/@consciousgrowthpdxAnd now for the plugs you all know and love but we repeat just in case you forgot:Find out more about Ohl’s breathwork and support offerings at moonmountainhealing.com and via that silly old Instagram at: instagram.com/moonmountainhealingllcBon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠

In this episode #30 (wow!) of Bon Bon’s Nook, we sit down at the round table with Bryan Smith, a wonderful being of many talents who’s a deep thinker, a puppeteer, and a key part of the Coyote Call Circus here in Eugene. In this conversation we cover a wide range of topics including:Gym hairThe implications of AIAgingBirds eating grapesNavigating thoughtsReleasing rigidity through play and sensory experiencesCore values and personal evolutionBryan’s history in performance artsPuppetsA very special message from Little Ball…and as always, much moreFind Coyote Call Circus at: instagram.com/coyotecallcircusAnd now for the plugs you all know and love but we repeat just in case you forgot:Find out more about Ohl’s breathwork and support offerings at moonmountainhealing.com and via that silly old Instagram at: instagram.com/moonmountainhealingllcBon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠

Casey joins us at the round table and we enter rock time through a series of musings, silly ramblings and deep revelations including:The mushrooms are in chargeBuilding homes with cobCreating the villageCasey shares some poetryTypewritersNavigating conflict resolutionThe legend of DJ BellybuttonBon’s new flyer for tech & creative coachingThe latest puffer tortillaWaffle awardThis week's secret wordWhy we love CylverAnd much, much more

In this rollicking silly good time of a podcast, the three of us sit down at the round table and find ourselves in some seriously interesting new territory. Time slips away and the three of us remark how much it felt like we just went on a wild ride.Some of the things talked about in this episode were:The transition to AutumnSpelling BeesButterfliesLittle Ball sounds and genesis storyMisophoniaBuilding a compoundHow Waffles will Save the WorldEmotional Support SlinkysDonutsMr. RogersBrittany Rae’s work with hoops and helping people connect to playEating waffles together as code for direct communicationGetting weird with PrimusMud pitsStarting an intentional community called Camp ClarityBrittany Rae shares a couple of songsAnd much much more!Find out more about today’s guest, Brittany Rae on Instagram at @flowinlovehoopsAnd now for the plugs you all know and love but we repeat just in case you forgot:Find out more about Ohl’s breathwork and support offerings at moonmountainhealing.com and via that silly old Instagram @moonmountainhealingllcBon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠

This just in! Your friendly neighborhood news reporter Bon Bon bringing you the latest in conversational technology from a recent Tortilla Thursday. You'll hear laughter in the background and the sweet sounds of crickets on this warm August night while folks talk about cacao and the general vibe of the night. Hope you enjoy!To find out more about JB's cacao offerings visit quintessencebotanicals.comTo find out about making your own tortilla party with a very special gluten free mix, music playlists and more, visit bonbonsnook.com

In this one we sit down at the rectangular table and discuss heady as well as not so heady topics such as:The power of transformation through relationships: Deepening through vulnerability and bringing up difficult things with direct communicationCrystals, gemstones and other beautiful thingsA reading from Little BallRandom thoughts, insights and theoriesUpdate on Ohl's breathwork facilitationMuch more that is in there but can't be recalledAnd now for the plugs you all know and love but we repeat just in case you forgot:Find out more about Ohl’s breathwork and support offerings at moonmountainhealing.com and via that silly old Instagram @moonmountainhealingllcBon Bon's Nook is also a brand of gluten-free tortilla mix called Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or dream of it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and through award winning website ⁠bonbonsnook.com⁠

Our dear friend Sol sits down at the round table with us as we explore being on the ball and provide your local news report containing topics such as:-Ohl & Cylver’s move and moving in general-Bon’s latest morning routine-Sol’s summer-Sol’s offerings-The fact that Waffles Will Save The World-The wonders of shared space while working & starting the day with Jovial Java, Cacao -Creations & Bon Bon’s Nook Waffles-The Legend of Little Ball-The Magic of Life-The new Haven location in Portland-Peace Village Festival at Jackson Wellsprings-Something about oracle cards-Sand timersFind Sol’s tiny homes and other structures at Summit Structures of Springfield (ask for Russ)Find Oh’s breathwork offerings at moonmountainhealing.comFind Bon’s tortilla mixes, tortilla presses and playlists at bonbonsnook.comThis episode of the Bon Bon’s Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by Little Ball: A cat toy living inside a salsa container that channels cosmic wisdom for you in this now moment.

Cylver joins us for the first time on the podcast, we learn about the beautiful start of her and Ohl's relationship, Cylver's nomad life before landing in Eugene, her love of photography and much more on this special birthday episode of the Bon Bon's Nook Podcast, celebrating 28 years of Ohl incarnated on the planet. And thank goodness for that!Find out about Cylver's photography offerings at featherandfernphotography.comFind Ohl's breathwork facilitation and 1-1 sessions at moonmountainhealing.comAnd Bon's tech support, web consulting and creativity coaching at starchildcreative.comAs always, Bon Bon's Nook is brought to you in part by the great tortilla at the center of the universe. Which inspired Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix ~ available at Sundance Natural Foods and bonbonsnook.com

In this rollicking good time of a podcast, Ohl and I are joined by the ever so lovely Carly Giesen. We sit at the round table surrounded by the grapes and take flight into topics such as:Movement & DancePublic speakingExpressing through fashionIntuitive counselingShifting timelinesBreathworkand much more, of courseIf you're interested in shifting your perspective, experiencing some depth and hearing friends enjoy a lively conversation, you'll enjoy this one!To find out about Carly's offerings, email [email protected] more about Ohl's offerings, head to moonmountainhealing.comBrought to you in part by Tortillas, the fabric of reality. Remember them. Then forget them, so you can experience the joy of remembering again for the first time.To meet your needs for all things whimsical, good music playlists and Tortilla Magic Mix, visit bonbonsnook.com

Ohl says: It’s mercury in retrograde yet here we are, swimming up river, to deliver you the goods straight from the Great and Powerful Grandmother Tortilla dimension. In this episode, we talk extensively about our Oregon Country Fair experiences, and we dive a little into what Ohl has going on, as well as other things. Get your tea brewing, Tortillas hot, and drop in for a beautiful, fun, whimsical ride of a recap of the latest happenings. This episode is brought to you by dirty dust kicked up at the old country fair (you know the kind).Bon says: To get a hold of your very own gluten free Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix visit https://bonbonsnook.com -- or if you're in Eugene go to Sundance Natural Foods and ask for it by name.

Ohl says: So happy to be back with another episode that is freshly hot off the press. This one is full of all the things that a great cosmic mother tortilla could possibly hold. So no worries!! The work is done for you. Time to kick back or stand up and get ready to receive this delicious serving of food for thought that is held together so well and so darn easy to digest. It’s just two dear brothers… with no agenda… improvising from their head and heart connected vortex center… presenting to you this week LOTS OF LOVE. If you have never experienced Gratitude, Love, Inspiration, Joy, and/or Appreciation then please consult with your PCP before listening to this podcast. I forgot what we talked about so just take the ride with us and we can remember together. Let’s go!This episode is brought to you by people who have old raisins in their cupboards in case of an emergency. Have you purged your house lately?Bon says: To get a hold of your very own Tortilla Magic Mix visit https://bonbonsnook.com or if you're in Eugene go to Sundance Natural Foods and make your way down down chocolate aisle (pick up some Pure Love Chocolate while you're at it).

What do you get when three Heartful humans board a magical tortilla carpet and fly through the sky aimlessly and curiously? …you get rain without a cloud and so much more! Thank Good Goddess they brought the recording equipment!Joined by our Sweet and Magical friend and sister, Mother Mary, we take a ride through many landscapes only to find that it is all here, right where we are. The things expressed in this episode are about play, country fair, ecstatic dance, Mary’s childhood and motherhood, community, and Love Love Love.This episode is brought to you by Tortilla Airlines. Have you booked your next vacation? Bon Bon's Nook is the maker of Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix. Ask for it by name, or ask for it by telepathy. Available at Sundance Natural Foods and at award winning website bonbonsnook.com

Ohl & Bon here again with a lovely outdoor episode recorded on the morning of April 24th, 2025. We talk about relationships, the recent festival in Quilcene, WA that happened for Earth Day, intentions for the day and much more. Join us as we greet the day and get a little silly while doing so. This episode brought to you by flowers blooming. Thank your local flowers today. Find Bon Bon's Nook Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix at Sundance Natural Foods in Eugene and online at https://bonbonsnook.com

Have you ever wondered about whats going on? Perfect! Us too. Join us this week where we explore what we perceive as the now, bending space and time to cover topics such as; breath work, exercise, Bon’s background in business and tech and how that influences his current projects, making your own website, Dirtwire at the McDonald Theatre, manifestation as a concept and practice, and probably more! There is plenty of food for thought to take home from this episode. Warning; side effects may include inspiration, excitement, laughter, silly thoughts, temporary real nowness syndrome, and smiling. This episode brought to you by air. Have you thanked oxygen today? As always, you can find Bon Bon's Nook Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix at Sundance Natural Foods in Eugene and online at https://bonbonsnook.com

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: It has come to our attention that a few of the tapes from the interviews at The Global Weirdening (see two episodes back in time from this one) slipped into another dimension and were forgotten about for a number of days. What a shame! These tapes have since emerged from a strange alternate dimensional portal and are now being shared right here, right now, on The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast. Enjoy the continued weirdening! And while you're at it, host your own tortilla party with the Cassava tortilla mix I make - find it at: https://www.bonbonsnook.com or locally at Sundance Make sure to check out upcoming shows from Coyote Call Circus! And a huge thank you to the wonderful folks who were interviewed in the other episode and this one.

On this short and sweet episode, Ohl joins me as the new co-host of Bon Bon's Nook. A dear friend and all-around amazing human with a heart of gold, Ohl talks about the origin of his name, we talk breathwork, tortillas and lots more in this casual hangout session. Tune in to more good stuff at bonbonsnook.com - where you'll find Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists, live concert videos and lots more. This episode brought to you by the ocean. Thank you ocean for being so enchanting, mysterious and rejuvenating to visit.

Get ready to take a wild ride into one of the most fun and unique events I've been to: The Global Weirdening, an event that took place on April Fool's eve eve eve 2025. I interviewed some of the amazing beings who took part in this playful circus party and encountered many interesting animals along the way. Enjoy! To support the podcast, find my gluten-free Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix at Sundance and online at https://bonbonsnook.com

Apple Core returns to Bon Bon's Nook with a boatload of enthusiasm for massage and music, two things he feels passionately about. We have a fun and freewheeling conversation that concludes with a jam session! This episode of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you by Trees. Have you smiled at a tree today? For tortilla mixes, shirts, stickers, music playlists and more visit award winning and fast loading website bonbonsnook.com - available to you forever in this now moment.

Michael Tank is an interdisciplinary artist, musician, writer, communications professional and ecological designer. In this eye opening conversation we talked about permaculture and how it’s growing, the beauty of song circles and where our food comes from. We also find out about Michael’s trajectory as a permaculture designer and how he found himself in the middle of an emerging art scene that was inspired by the Merry Pranksters’ original bus tour. Find out more about Michael’s work at https://michaeltank.org This episode #13 of The Bon Bon’s Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by Turning Lawns Into Edible Food Forests … Visit my wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix (savory and cinnamon editions), tortilla presses, music playlists/videos & more

Geena Glaser is a talented musician, life/leadership coach and facilitator who is passionate about nature, personal development and collaborative teamwork. In this loose and freewheeling conversation we dive deep together, exploring a wide range of topics including Geena’s music journey, dreaming of Oregon Country Fair, joining and leaving the worry parade, getting silly and the inner child, the benefits of coaching done right, working on your website and much more. Find Geena’s beautiful offerings and music at https://www.geenaglaser.com Check out her band Sequel at https://www.sequeltheband.com This episode #12 of The Bon Bon’s Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by The Piano and what it’s like to lay under while someone is playing it. Thank you for being here in a body. … Visit my wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix (savory and cinnamon editions), tortilla presses, music playlists/videos & more

Zahra Indigo is an Ecopsycholgist, Life Coach, Alchemical Healer, and Pilgrimage Leader who takes people to Egypt. She is also a foundational part of the “Altared Space” area at Oregon Country Fair. In this wonder-filled conversation we talk about Egypt, transformational experiences, the Blue Lotus flower, the magic and synchronicities of Oregon Country Fair and much more. You can find Zahra’s beautiful offerings at https://sacredwitness.center You'll spot Altared Space on Strawberry Lane at the Oregon Country Fair https://www.oregoncountryfair.org This episode #11 of The Bon Bon’s Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by the magic that weaves through all of us in this ever expanding moment. Thank you for being in a body, on this beautiful planet, right now in time and space. … Visit my wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix (savory and cinnamon editions), tortilla presses, music playlists/videos & more

Monday Morning is a dancer, circus arts producer and performer, inventor of Galaxia Chess, creator of The Glad Wagon, Sushi Star Brigade and an amazing human being who is also running for Mayor. In this freewheeling conversation we talk about his recent road trip, ecstatic dance, chess, his campaign platform, and much more. … Find Monday’s projects via the links below: . Galaxia Chess (2-3 player chess on a grid of hexagons) https://galaxiachess.com . Coyote Call Circus (Eugene-based circus production group) https://www.facebook.com/CoyoteCallCircus . Sushi Star Brigade (Vegan sushi pop-up) https://www.facebook.com/sushistarbrigade … This episode #10 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by The Wonder That Exists Inside All Of Us. Thank you for being here. … Visit my wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists and more.

Returning to the podcast, David O’Donnell shares his personal journey with making music, starting a podcast, finding transformation through Wim Hof breathwork and much more. David’s excellent podcast “You are the One you seek” is available on Spotify and YouTube Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mbngAr8MA6vCRiZ8MiCbE?si=7248161f025d4642 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfBba3l387c&list=PLu52nhD8xksy2OrqEggiYLvY7k6HpRz8b This episode #9 (say it like in the Beatles song) of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by Deep Breathing and Clean Water For All Beings. Thank you for being here. Visit my wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists and more.

Paolo returns to the podcast after his trip to Italy, sharing some of his insights and realizations after traveling. We dive deep into discussing the value of differing perspectives, talking about beliefs and various ways of seeing the world -- and why it's important to be having conversations that challenge your own viewpoints. We also talk a bit about psychedelics, the deep roots of the counterculture in Eugene, the vikings' consumption of mushrooms, and what things might have been like if they would have abstained from alcohol. And of course, we chat about a number of other topics in this organically unfolding conversation. This episode #8 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by Your Amazing Ability To Let Go Of Worry. Thank you for being here on the planet and growing in this now moment. Visit the wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists and more.

Radio show host and music lover Andy Goldfinger talks about his trajectory in the music industry which began with an early music education as a child riding around hearing the plethora of great radio stations in LA at the time. We talk about some of his favorite interviews with folks like Graham Nash and Donna Jean Godchaux, and we dive deep into the magical (and hard to describe) yearly event known as the Oregon Country Fair. Andy and I also talk about the art of podcast hosting, backyard shows, what’s next for him creatively, and much more. For a treasure trove of new music every week Monday through Friday check out his show ‘Music Gumbo’ on KOCF streaming at https://www.kocf.org and on the dial at 92.7 FM in the Eugene, Springfield and Veneta areas. You can also find his past shows on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/FlyingEyeRadio and https://flyingeyeradionetwork.com Visit the Bon Bon's Nook website bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix and more!

Donte' Lamar (aka Air Guitar) returns to the podcast and we continue our conversation about what he's up to now, the recent Eugene ice storm, standup comedy & improv, what happened after his epic ride on the Merry Prankster's 2014 Furthur bus tour, past travels to different parts of the world, and much more. Magically, and by no conscious effort, this episode ended up being exactly the same length as part 1! Find Donte's website at www.airguitarfoundation.org Watch the documentary we talked about - 'Going Furthur' - at https://goingfurthur.com This episode #6 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by The Feeling of Running Free in an Open Meadow. Thank you for being here. Visit the wonder-filled Bon Bon's Nook website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists and more.

A few days after the 2024 ice storm in Eugene I sat down with a dear friend and musician who goes by the name Apple Core. We talked about a wide range of topics including philosophy, The Grapes of Wrath, his music journey, Victor Wooten, trees landing on rooftops ever so gently and more. We finish out the podcast with an improvised jam session with Apple Core on guitar and myself on harmonica (disclaimer: get goofy or get out!) This episode #5 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast is brought to you in part by the magic which flows through all of us. Thank you for being here. Visit the wonder-filled website at https://www.bonbonsnook.com for tasty treats like Cassava Tortilla Magic Mix, music playlists and more.

International recording artist Halie Loren joins me for a lively conversation about her rich and fascinating music career that began at age 10. We get into the mystery of creative inspiration, what it was like to grow up on a small island in Alaska, her time in Nashville diving deep with songwriting, touring in Japan, the joys of gardening, and what she has cooking for 2024. Her website can be found at https://halieloren.com Her many albums can be found on Spotify, YouTube and other major platforms by searching for ‘Halie Loren’. Keep an eye out for her latest album to be released in April of 2024. Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/halielorenmusic https://www.instagram.com/halieloren https://www.youtube.com/halieloren Stream on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Fcd5av0AI3xn05b3hrQfI Stream on Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B0012KOGRA Thanks for listening to episode #4 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast, coming to you from lovely Eugene, Oregon.

In this episode #3 of The Bon Bon’s Nook Podcast, I visit with David - an incredible soul and dear friend who currently lives in Savannah, Georgia and hopes to one day return to the west coast. We talk about his journey waking up from a rigid religious upbringing, near death experiences, reincarnation, Wim Hof breathing, soul contracts, mysticism and lots more.

In this episode #2, Donte' and I talked about his incredible 2014 trip on the Furthur bus as an honorary Merry Prankster, the 1960's counterculture, Rainbow Gatherings, landing in Eugene, the music and intrigue of The Grateful Dead, Woodstock, Alex & Allyson Grey’s CoSM, his work as a coach and college advisor, the magic of improv, the beauty of the Arthur theme song and much more. Donte's website and books can be found at airguitarfoundation.org

In this episode #1 of The Bon Bon's Nook Podcast, I sat down with Paolo at his house on Thanksgiving 2023. We covered a lot of fascinating ground, talking about his experience with public speaking at a young age, observing the use and misuse of plant medicine, stepping into leadership roles, and the power of intentional communities.

On this episode zero, it's just me (Sean) on the mic, describing how I came up with my cassava tortilla mix. Future episodes will of course include many amazing guests. This one is just to get the tortilla rolling, so to speak.