In this episode, John talks about how in this day and age, although we have access to so much information, sometimes trying to apply high-level knowledge before learning core concepts can slow down one's progress or end up being just confusing.

Episode Highlights:

• The importance of fundamental techniques
• High-level concepts can be distracting
• Steps a new singer can take to prepare for high-level concepts
• Reading about the voice and techniques is good, but singing is better

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In this episode, John talks about our relationship with time and how to re-evaluate where we are with our singing to then be able to take steps to reach our vocal goals sooner than later.

Episode Highlights: 

• Time is fleeting, and there is no better time than now to embrace your vocal instrument and start working towards your goals
• Coming to terms with who you are and where your voice is right now
• Who can help you reach your goals? And what habits can you change or acquire to help you develop?
• How to shift your mindset to understand that the reward is not the destination but the journey

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In this episode, John talks with Aliki Katriou, who has extensive knowledge of classical technique, and contemporary styles and is world-renowned for her expertise with "extreme" vocals, about what singing with distortion is and how to start to introduce this technique into your singing.

Episode Highlights:

• Aliki's inspiration and path to singing with distortion
• The different ways you can introduce distortion into the voice
• Do languages and voice types affect how easily you can find distortion?
• Guidelines for how to approach singing with distortion safely  

To learn more about Aliki Katriou, visit:
www.aliki.katriou.com

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In this episode, John talks about the importance of listening to your body and your singing voice to recognize when you need to take a step back to rest or regroup. 

Episode Highlights:

• The signs that you are hitting the wall, either physically or mentally
• The voice is an instrument where a positive mindset is as important as mastering vocal technique
• How to figure ways in a busy life to re-charge mentally 
• What to watch for in your voice if, physically, you need to rest it

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In this episode, John talks about what is meant by singing with an "open throat" and how to approach this vocal technique with balance in mind.

Episode Highlights: 

• How to tell if you are using excess muscle
•  There is a balance to having an open throat
•  How to gain awareness of your resonant spaces
• How tongue placement can help boost resonance

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