Best Secrets Of Organ Playing Podcasts (2025)

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SOPP716: I want to increase my play from memory ability 15:15

6d ago15:15

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Let’s start episode 716 of Secrets of Organ Playing Podcast. This question was sent by Ray, and he writes: “Hey Vidas Thanks for your tips. Here are my goals: - to increase my play from memory ability (given the fact that l am 71) and to perform two major pieces Challenges: - time is a challenge - correct fingering (still fumbling at times) - impro…

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SUPER BOWL WEEK RECAP! Kraken Reaction: Shane Wright deserves more TOI, Matty's OT winner, and no trade clauses in Seattle?! 4 Nations Face-Off. 3 Stars of the Week: Super Bowl edition. 59:26

13h ago59:26

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Boy do we have a SUPER episode for you! Get it? GET IT?! This week's Kraken Reaction provides an update on the team before heading into the break. Including Matty's OT winner and why Joey has been pounding the table for Shane Wright to get more ice time. And where do the Seattle Kraken rank among the NHL in teams that players DON'T want to play for…

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For Sebastian Stan, 'The Apprentice' Playing In Theaters Was The Win 43:57

15h ago43:57

43:57

Sebastian Stan is up for an Oscar for his portrayal of President Trump early in his career, when Roy Cohn was his lawyer and mentor. Stan says Cohn schooled Trump in "denying reality and reshaping the truth." He spoke with Terry Gross about his childhood in Romania, wearing prosthetics for A Different Man, and his breakthrough role on Law & Order. …

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Questlove On Sly Stone & The Burden Of Black Genius 46:17

10h ago46:17

46:17

Questlove is back to talk about his new documentary about Sly Stone and his band the Family Stone. They created a new sound with their mix of pop, soul, funk, psychedelic music and irresistible beats. The film is called SLY LIVES! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) and it streams on Hulu beginning Feb. 13. Learn more about sponsor message choices: po…

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Best Of: Ariana Grande / Inside A Dominatrix's Dungeon 48:00

3d ago48:00

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We talk about the cultural phenomenon of Wicked with star Ariana Grande. She's nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress. Grande talks about some of the underlying messages in the film about belonging and good versus evil, and how growing up as a theatre nerd prepared her for this role. Also, writer and professional dominatrix Brittany New…

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Remembering British Singer Marianne Faithfull 46:25

4d ago46:25

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Discovered at a Rolling Stones party at the age of 17, Marianne Faithfull broke out in the early '60s with the Jagger/Richards song "As Tears Go By." Faithfull's liaison with Mick Jagger kept her in the public eye. In the '70s, she struggled with addiction, but she made a triumphant comeback in her 30s, and became a critically acclaimed rock cabare…

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A Dominatrix/Writer Takes Readers Into A Dungeon 43:39

5d ago43:39

43:39

After publishing her first novel when she was 21, Brittany Newell started working as a dominatrix. The job gave her time to write — and plenty of material to draw from. "I always like to say that what makes a good writer is also what makes a good dominatrix, which is empathy and curiosity and bravery," she says. Newell's new novel is Soft Core. Als…

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Trump's Plan For Gaza / The U.S. Military's Recruiting Crisis 45:39

6d ago45:39

45:39

Last night, President Trump proposed a plan to displace all the Palestinians from Gaza, and get Jordan and Egypt to take them in, while the U.S. takes ownership of Gaza and rebuilds it into a Middle East Riviera. We'll talk with New Yorker staff writer Dexter Filkins about the impact of this proposal. We'll also talk with him about the recruitment …

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Heather Younger: How to Master Self-Leadership 1:02:45

6d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Episode recap: Marcel and Heather Younger explored the crucial role of self-leadership in leading others effectively. Younger discussed her new book, The Art of Self-Leadership, emphasizing that self-leadership is the foundation of effective leadership and highlighting the importance of self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Hea…

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Ariana Grande Loves Being In A 'Beautiful Coven' 44:35

6d ago44:35

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As a kid, Ariana Grande loved singing karaoke with her family. "I looked up to Whitney and Mariah and Celine endlessly," she says. "I think that's a large part of the reason why I learned to sing." She spoke with Tonya Mosley about auditioning for and landing the role of Glinda in Wicked, her signature whistle register, and how she quiets the voice…

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GRUUUUUU goes on waivers Kraken Reaction: the Philipp Grubauer saga, and ranking Seattle's prospect pool. NHL News: Utah's logo leak. 3 Stars of the Week. 1:00:12

8d ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Let's get right into the Kraken Reaction this week shall we?! Jeff provides an update on the team starting with Jeff Camelio's 2000th game as the Seattle Kraken's Equipment Manager, losing 3 out of 4, Kaapo Kakko representing in the 4 Nations Face-Off, and Jordan Eberle's insane return to the ice. Finally, the big news, the boys talk about Philipp …

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Parenting A Child With Terminal Cancer 44:09

8d ago44:09

44:09

Sarah Wildman's daughter Orli died from cancer when she was 14. "She would sometimes ask me, 'What do you think I did to deserve this?' And of course, that's not an answerable question," Wildman says. The NYT Opinion writer spoke with Terry Gross about her daughter's treatment and death and living with grief. Learn more about sponsor message choice…

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Best Of: 50 Years Of SNL Musical Guests / Black History Through Blues 48:36

11d ago48:36

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Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson is the co-director of a new documentary about the music of Saturday Night Live over the last 50 years. It's called Ladies & Gentlemen and it's streaming on Peacock. We'll also hear from author and scholar Imani Perry. Her new book Black In Blues explores the significance of the color blue in Black life, from the indigo tr…

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For 'Severance' Star Adam Scott, Work & Life Can't Be Separated 43:48

12d ago43:48

43:48

The Apple TV+ drama series Severance is back for its second season. It's a dystopian take on work-life balance — where characters have their personal and professional lives surgically separated. He spoke with Ann Marie Baldonado in 2022 about the making of the series. Also, Justin Chang reviews one of this year's most talked-about Oscar nominees fo…

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How Louis Armstrong Became The First Black Pop Star 45:43

12d ago45:43

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Author Ricky Riccardi says Louis Armstrong's innovations as a trumpeter and vocalist helped set the entire soundtrack of the 20th century. His new book about Armstrong's early life is Stomp Off, Let's Go. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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The Future of US Stocks: S&P 500 Predictions For The Next Decade 21:06

12d ago21:06

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The past decade made investing look easy – 13% returns per year from the S&P 500, no questions asked. But the next ten years are shaping up to be a whole different story, and if you’re betting on another blockbuster decade, you might be in for a nasty – and costly – surprise. See, even if you make some pretty optimistic assumptions, US stocks are l…

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Marcel Schwantes Reveals the Power of Servant Leadership in Transforming Teams and Culture 1:02:14

12d ago1:02:14

1:02:14

Episode recap: Sam Caster, a previous guest on episode 237, graciously offers to interview show host Marcel Schhwantes about his journey to becoming a go-to authority on Servant Leadership, highlighting the twists and turns, trials and tribulations of his professional path that led him to where he is today. Guest Bio: Marcel Schwantes helps organiz…

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This Anti-Social American Life 44:54

13d ago44:54

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Research shows we're spending more time alone than ever before. Atlantic writer Derek Thompson says all this "me time" has a profound impact on our relationships and politics. Also, David Bianculli reviews the documentary Without Arrows. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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SOPP 715: I'd like to play more complex pieces such as Bach D minor "Dorian" toccata and fugue fluently 12:15

13d ago12:15

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Let’s start episode 715 of Secrets of Organ Playing Podcast. This question was sent by Ben, and he writes: 1. Goal: To play more complex pieces such as Bach D minor "Dorian" toccata and fugue fluently 2. Obstacle: Advanced age (76) although I did study organ at ages 15-17 and violin from age 9 and have a good knowledge of music theory. Fortunately …

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WE WILL SAVE THE SEASON! Kraken Reaction: how Seattle can win NOW. #NoDumbQuestions: earliest an NHL team has been eliminated from playoffs? 3 Stars of the Week. 1:09:07

15d ago1:09:07

1:09:07

We want to win and we want it NOWWWWWWW! Jeff and Joey return after getting snowed in, in...New Orleans?! This week's Kraken Reaction covers exactly what the Seattle Kraken need to do in order to make this season a win and Joey comes in hot with some bold trade deadline predictions for the team that he has made peace with. No Dumb Questions returns…

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What The Color Blue Tells About Black History 44:48

14d ago44:48

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Award-winning author and scholar Imani Perry traces the history and symbolism of the color blue, from the indigo of the slave trade, to Coretta Scott King's wedding dress, to present day cobalt mining. Her new book is Black in Blues. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…

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Questlove Digs Into 50 years Of 'SNL' Musical Hits (And Misses) 45:49

16d ago45:49

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Questlove's documentary, Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music, airs tonight on NBC. It highlights some of the show's most iconic musical performances and comedy sketches — from break-out stars to lip-syncing controversy. Our TV critic David Bianculli reflects on the documentary, and then Questlove joins Terry Gross to talk about some of the …

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Sam Caster: Solving the World’s Nutritional Problems Through Social Entrepreneurship 1:01:43

15d ago1:01:43

1:01:43

Episode recap: Marcel introduces Sam Caster, a renowned social entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of ALOVÉA, which provides nutritional technologies to tackle global health issues. He shared the challenges of being a social entrepreneur and the significance of social entrepreneurship in addressing pressing health challenges, such as diseases and …

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Best Of: Jesse Eisenberg / Pamela Anderson 48:45

17d ago48:45

48:45

Jesse Eisenberg talks about writing, directing and starring in the film A Real Pain. Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin play cousins who go to Poland on a Jewish Heritage Tour. One of the stops is the Majdanek death camp. He spoke with Terry Gross about questions the film raises. Also, we hear from Pamela Anderson. In the new film, The Last Showgirl, she …

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Remembering David Lynch 46:53

18d ago46:53

46:53

Filmmaker and painter David Lynch died January 15 at age 78. He spoke with Terry Gross in 1994 about making his surrealist first movie, Eraserhead, leaving things up for interpretation, and where he finds inspiration. Also, we'll hear from Isabella Rossellini who starred in Lynch's Blue Velvet as a nightclub singer, and Nicolas Cage, who worked wit…

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Trump's Foray Into Cryptocurrency 44:29

19d ago44:29

44:29

Bloomberg investigative reporter Zeke Faux says the Trump family's new crypto businesses have earned them tens of millions, while raising questions about political influence and ethics. Also, we remember Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, playwright and screenwriter Jules Feiffer. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoic…

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JD Sports’ Stock Is Down - Here’s Why That’s Great News 13:53

19d ago13:53

13:53

The pandemic was a golden era for sporting goods retailers – people locked out of the gym and stuck at home drove record sales of running shoes, athleisure wear, and exercise equipment. But now that life’s back to normal, those stocks don’t seem so sporty. There’s a silver lining to that though: digging into industries that have fallen out of fashi…

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Hans-Werner Kass: McKinsey & Company’s Step-by-step Approach to Transforming Leaders 1:04:53

19d ago1:04:53

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In this episode, Hans-Werner Kaas, senior partner emeritus at McKinsey & Company and co-author of The Journey of Leadership: How CEOs Learn to Lead from the Inside Out, discusses how empathy, vulnerability, and purpose define successful leadership. Drawing from his decades of coaching global CEOs and his role in McKinsey's Bower Forum, Hans-Werner …

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Pamela Anderson Is Still Reinventing Herself 44:46

21d ago44:46

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Pamela Anderson's role as a lifeguard on Baywatch made her a global sex symbol in the '90s. But she longed to be taken seriously as a performer and person. "I've always been carrying this secret. I feel like I've known I was capable of more, but I didn't know what," she says. She now stars in The Last Showgirl. She spoke with Tonya Mosley about her…

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SOPP714: When I first write fingerings in the score, partly it doesn't work anymore, when I play the piece faster 13:07

20d ago13:07

13:07

Let’s start episode 714 of Secrets of Organ Playing podcast. This question was sent by Kathrin, and she writes: “When I first write fingerings in the score, partly it doesn't work anymore, when I play the piece faster. In some pieces it is necessary to play one or two or more notes in the first line in the left hand or vice versa. So both hands hav…

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Jesse Eisenberg Hated Bar Mitzvahs As A Kid 44:17

22d ago44:17

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Eisenberg's film, A Real Pain, follows two cousins on a Jewish heritage tour of Poland, which includes a stop at the Majdanek death camp. Eisenberg spoke with Terry Gross about tragedy tourism, and his own relationship to Judaism. The "Hebrew school dropout" says the suburban bar mitzvah scene made his 12-year-old stomach turn. Learn more about spo…

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