My Favorite Things My Favorite Things Episode 1: Bodie Johnson
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Oct 22, 2025 
Bodie Johnson, an artist manager and music-supervision entrepreneur based in Denver, shares his journey through music and meaningful influences. He discusses how Paul Simon's "Graceland" shaped his musical appreciation and sensory experiences. Bodie reflects on simple living inspired by the film "Alone in the Wilderness" and the heartwarming story of his relationship with Sarah, sparked at summer camp. He also reveals the profound impact of Shakey Graves' demo "Only Son" and how classics like "All Quiet on the Western Front" deepened his understanding of empathy.
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From Farm Kid To Music Manager
- Bodie Johnson describes growing up on a farm and building a career managing musicians and running music supervision firms in Denver.
- He frames his work as making art accessible and enjoying the chaos of creative days.
Graceland's Layered Influence
- Graceland shaped Bodie's lifelong taste by blending cultures and dense production into timeless songs.
- As an adult he appreciates the album's political and collaborative complexity beyond childhood joy.
A Cabin Film That Changed Weekend Projects
- Bodie recalls watching Alone in the Wilderness on PBS and being inspired by Dick Proenneke's hand-built cabin and simple living.
- The film influenced his family's cabin projects and later personal construction of an 8x10 annex.
