Breakfast with Vinnie!

This episode discusses the idea of more new music coming into existence, and whether or not it is 'necessary'.  

Dr. Dina McMillan is an American social psychologist based in Australia, specializing in domestic violence prevention. She discusses the psychology behind manipulation and abusive relationships, emphasizing the societal dynamics that foster such behaviors. The conversation also explores the impact of entitlement, educational influences, and the critical need for awareness of technological abuses. Additionally, she highlights the role of music in shaping societal messages and stresses the importance of personal accountability and open dialogue in combating misinformation.

This episode features a conversation with music historian, author, musician, and musicologist Ted Gioia, with some concepts related to his book which I highly recommend: "Music: A Subversive History".

This Episode talks about inner determination, or resolve, to propel toward action.

This episode talks about the new year, new beginnings, and our ways of thinking about it and moving forward. 

This Episode discusses endings, closure, and reflecting on demarcation points, as well as contemplative hindsight and how it may affect decision making, actions, changes, or stasis. 

This episode discusses aspects of Christmas. 

This Episode talks about the sense of purpose.

This Episode talks about Solidarity as a common ideal, recognizing tactics that divide, and standing together to achieve truthful consensus and societal cohesion. 

This episode features the iconic John McLaughlin discussing his history with Miles Davis, The Tony Williams Lifetime, The Mahavishnu Orchestra  and more, as well as his upcoming album "Liberation Time", due for release July 16, 2021.