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James Cox Podcast Host who has Cerebral Palsy

James Cox is an individual living with cerebral palsy. He has a podcast called “When Words Fail…Music Speaks” in which he discusses how Music can help with Depression. James has lived with cerebral palsy all of his life, and now he wants to help people understand that living with a disability does not define who he is.

James’ dad is a retired colonel in the Air Force, so he lived in many different places such as the Philippines and bases in the southeast USA meeting many interesting people and gaining life experience. James has worked several different jobs over the years that allowed him the opportunity to meet new people and gain different outlooks on life. Places such as Central Carolina Tech College, The Sumter Library, Dave and Buster’s, and Outback Steakhouse.

James has been living on his own for five years now. Moving out of Sumter SC, he has been living up to his life long goal to live on his own and thrive despite his disability. He now lives in Columbia SC and has a part time job that he loves in addition to his podcast.

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Episode 406 - The Surprising Reasons Disney Banned These Bands From House Of Blues &Raquo; 8E2021B459
Episode 406 – The Surprising Reasons Disney Banned These Bands from House of Blues

Sponsorships and Partnerships: The episode begins with mentions of sponsorships from BetterHelp, an online Therapy service, and Bones Coffee Company, highlighting their products and special offers for…

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Sponsorships and Partnerships: The episode begins with mentions of sponsorships from BetterHelp, an online therapy service, and Bones Coffee Company, highlighting their products and special offers for listeners.Podcast Hosts and Introduction: The hosts, Blake Mosley, James Tice, and Amanda Dolan, introduce themselves and discuss the podcast's focus on the healing power of music and its role in battling depression.Mental Health Discussion: The hosts discuss the importance of mental health, self-care, and finding balance in life. They share personal anecdotes and insights, including the five C's…

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Episode 405 - Nonpoint'S Journey: From Album Covers To Record Labels And Everything In Between With Elias Soriano &Raquo; Ef628642A0
Episode 405 – Nonpoint's Journey: From Album Covers to Record Labels and Everything In Between with Elias Soriano

In this episode, we welcome back Elias Soriano from Nonpoint. We discuss the evolution of their record label, 361 Degrees, and how it supports other bands in achieving independence. Elias shares insig…

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In this episode, we welcome back Elias Soriano from Nonpoint. We discuss the evolution of their record label, 361 Degrees, and how it supports other bands in achieving independence. Elias shares insights into the creative process behind their album covers and the significance of their iconic frog logo. We also dive into the band's upcoming tours and collaborations, including their work with Lacuna Coil and Seether. Elias talks about the band's connection to wrestling and their openness to collaborations. Plus, we explore Elias's current music recommendations.Key Topics:Nonpoint's record label,…

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Episode 404 - Ben Neil'S Mutant Trumpet: Bridging Traditional Brass And Cutting-Edge Technology &Raquo; Original 888B3Eda955F2D92799D97D54F4Ab184
Episode 404 – Ben Neil's Mutant Trumpet: Bridging Traditional Brass and Cutting-Edge Technology

Episode Summary:In this episode, James Cox interviews the innovative American composer and performer, Ben Neill, renowned for creating the Mutant Trumpet. This electro-acoustic instrument merges tradi…

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Episode Summary:In this episode, James Cox interviews the innovative American composer and performer, Ben Neill, renowned for creating the Mutant Trumpet. This electro-acoustic instrument merges traditional brass with cutting-edge Technology, allowing for a unique musical experience. Ben shares his journey from the 1980s to the present, discussing his influences, collaborations, and the evolution of his instrument.Key Topics:Introduction to Ben Neill and the Mutant TrumpetBen's musical influences, including David Bowie and Miles DavisThe evolution of the Mutant Trumpet from the 1980s to todayC…

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Episode 403 - Discovering The Perfect Song For Everyday Life With Suzanne From Magg Dylan &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 403 – Discovering the Perfect Song for Everyday Life with Suzanne from Magg Dylan

Episode Summary:Join hosts James Cox, as he welcome Suzanne from the band Magg Dylan to the "When Words Fail, Music Speaks" podcast. In this episode, they dive into the healing power of music, the ban…

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Episode Summary:Join hosts James Cox, as he welcome Suzanne from the band Magg Dylan to the "When Words Fail, Music Speaks" podcast. In this episode, they dive into the healing power of music, the band's journey, and the stories behind their songs.Key Topics:BetterHelp Sponsorship: Discussion on the importance of mental health and how BetterHelp offers affordable online therapy.Bones Coffee Company Partnership: Introduction to Bones Coffee's unique flavors and exclusive discount for listeners.All Above Landscaping: A shoutout to All Above Landscaping for their reliable services in Sumter.Inter…

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Episode 402 - Chillpanic Shares Insights On Music Creation And Emotional Connections &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 402 – ChillPanic Shares Insights on Music Creation and Emotional Connections

Hosts: James CoxGuest: Chill Panic - Musician, Producer, and YouTube InfluencerEpisode Highlights:Sponsorships:BetterHelp: Affordable mental health care option. Get 10% off your first month at betterh…

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Hosts: James CoxGuest: Chill Panic - Musician, Producer, and YouTube InfluencerEpisode Highlights:Sponsorships:BetterHelp: Affordable mental health care option. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/musicspeaks.Bones Coffee Company: Unique coffee flavors and merch. Use code MUSIC SPEAKS for 10% off at bonescoffee.com.All Above Landscaping: Reliable landscaping services in Sumter. Call 803-464-7414 for a special discount.Introduction to Chill Panic:Chill Panic shares his journey as a musician and producer.Discusses his experience with Podmatch and the importance of getting on podcasts.…

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Episode 401 - Uncover The Benefits Of Black Box Prompter With Tory Smith For Musicians Seeking Performance Confidence &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 401 – Uncover the Benefits of Black Box Prompter with Tory Smith for Musicians Seeking Performance Confidence

Hosts: James CoxGuest: Torrey Smith, Inventor of Black Box PrompterEpisode Highlights:Mental Health and Music: Discussion on the importance of mental health and how music can be a source of healing.Be…

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Hosts: James CoxGuest: Torrey Smith, Inventor of Black Box PrompterEpisode Highlights:Mental Health and Music: Discussion on the importance of mental health and how music can be a source of healing.BetterHelp Sponsorship: BetterHelp offers affordable online therapy. Listeners can get 10% off their first month by visiting betterhelp.com/musicspeaks.Bones Coffee Company: Introduction to Bones Coffee with a variety of flavors and an exclusive discount code MUSIC SPEAKS for 10% off.All Above Landscaping: Reliable landscaping services in Sumter, SC, with a special discount for podcast listeners.Int…

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Episode 400 - Music, Movies &Amp; More With Actor Matt Drago &Raquo; Da7Cb3Eeda
Episode 400 – Music, Movies & More with Actor Matt Drago

Episode Summary:In this episode, host James Cox welcomes actor Matt Drago, known for his role in the film "Somewhere in Montana." They discuss the profound connection between music and storytelling, t…

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Episode Summary:In this episode, host James Cox welcomes actor Matt Drago, known for his role in the film "Somewhere in Montana." They discuss the profound connection between music and storytelling, the importance of mental health, and how music can serve as a powerful tool for healing and inspiration. Matt shares his journey as an actor, his love for musical theater, and the impact of various artists on his life and career.Key Highlights:Introduction to BetterHelp and the importance of mental health care.Matt Drago's background and his recent film "Somewhere in Montana."The role of music in f…

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Episode 399 - Exploring Medicine Music: How Sound Can Heal And Transform Lives With Scottie Schneider &Raquo; Dee66Fd857
Episode 399 – Exploring Medicine Music: How Sound Can Heal and Transform Lives with Scottie Schneider

Hosts: James CoxGuest: Scotty SchneiderKey Topics Discussed:Importance of mental health and therapyScotty Schneider's background as a musician and army veteranThe concept of medicine music and its hea…

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Hosts: James CoxGuest: Scotty SchneiderKey Topics Discussed:Importance of mental health and therapyScotty Schneider's background as a musician and army veteranThe concept of medicine music and its healing propertiesThe role of music in therapy and healingPersonal stories and experiences related to music and healingThe impact of different music genres on mental healthThe significance of nature sounds in music therapyScotty's journey from military service to becoming a medicine musicianThe importance of community and free access to music educationResources Mentioned:BetterHelp: 10% off your firs…

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Episode 298 - Behind The Scenes With The Waiting: A Tribute To Tom Petty'S Timeless Music &Raquo; 980E6742A8
Episode 298 – Behind the Scenes with The Waiting: A Tribute to Tom Petty's Timeless Music

In this episode, host James Cox interviews Chris Gillette and Doc Wiley from the tribute band The Waiting, which celebrates the music of Tom Petty. They discuss the differences between tribute bands a…

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In this episode, host James Cox interviews Chris Gillette and Doc Wiley from the tribute band The Waiting, which celebrates the music of Tom Petty. They discuss the differences between tribute bands and cover bands, their journey as musicians, and the impact of Tom Petty's music on their lives. The conversation also touches on their creative process, song selection, and the unique elements they bring to their performances.Key Topics:Introduction to BetterHelp and Bones Coffee CompanyThe importance of mental health and therapyOverview of The Waiting and their tribute to Tom PettyDifferences bet…

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Episode 397 - Discover Music'S Influence On Mental Health With John Templeman Of Jib Machine Records &Raquo; 6025D391B5
Episode 397 – Discover Music's Influence on Mental Health with John Templeman of Jib Machine Records

Key Highlights:Introduction to John Templeman and JIB Machine RecordsThe importance of mental health and the role of musicDiscussion on various music genres including rock, punk, and countryInsights i…

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Key Highlights:Introduction to John Templeman and JIB Machine RecordsThe importance of mental health and the role of musicDiscussion on various music genres including rock, punk, and countryInsights into the music industry and the challenges of running an independent labelUpcoming releases including:J Temp 13's new EP "The Red EP" coming out on March 28thFlock of Moons vinyl release in AprilEli Guitar Man Fletcher's posthumous album "Clueless"Blindside Blues Band's live album "Live at Sadder Blues 2" coming out in late spring/early summerRush tribute album "Rush for Cover"Links Mentioned:JIB M…

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Episode 396 - Craig Parks Shares Insights On Parenting And Music'S Impact On Children With Autism &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 396 – Craig Parks Shares Insights on Parenting and Music's Impact on Children with Autism

In this episode, James Cox interviews musician Craig Parks, who shares his journey as a parent of a child with autism and how music has played a vital role in their connection. Craig discusses his exp…

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In this episode, James Cox interviews musician Craig Parks, who shares his journey as a parent of a child with autism and how music has played a vital role in their connection. Craig discusses his experiences in children's music, the importance of creating joyful memories through song, and the impact of music on mental health. He also shares insights into his musical influences, favorite instruments, and the courses he offers for parentsKey Topics:The importance of mental health and therapy (sponsored by BetterHelp)Craig's background as a musician and parentThe role of music in connecting with…

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Episode 395 - Alon Ferency Explores The Relationship Between Music, Faith, And Mental Health &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 395 – Alon Ferency Explores the Relationship Between Music, Faith, and Mental Health

In this episode of the When Words Fail Music Speaks Podcast, hosts James Cox, welcomes Rabbi Alon Ferency. They delve into the intersection of faith, spirituality, and music, discussing how music can …

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In this episode of the When Words Fail Music Speaks Podcast, hosts James Cox, welcomes Rabbi Alon Ferency. They delve into the intersection of faith, spirituality, and music, discussing how music can serve as a powerful tool for healing and connection. Rabbi Alon shares his insights on working with artists, overcoming creative blockages, and the role of music in addressing mental health challenges.Key Topics:The importance of mental health and the role of therapy (sponsored by BetterHelp)Introduction to Bones Coffee Company and their unique flavorsRabbi Alon Ferency background and his work wit…

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Episode 394 - Pathos And Logos: New Album Insights And Music Industry Challenges &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 5
Episode 394 – Pathos and Logos: New Album Insights and Music Industry Challenges

Episode Summary:In this episode, we dive deep into the healing power of music and the journey of the band Pathos and Logos. Join us as we discuss their upcoming album "Gospel," the challenges they fac…

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Episode Summary:In this episode, we dive deep into the healing power of music and the journey of the band Pathos and Logos. Join us as we discuss their upcoming album "Gospel," the challenges they faced during the recording process, and the importance of mental health in the music industry. We also touch on their recent experiences in the studio, their unique vocal styles, and the significance of physical merchandise for artists.Key Topics:Introduction to BetterHelp and the importance of mental health carePartnership with Bones Coffee Company and exclusive discountsOverview of Pathos and Logos…

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Episode 393 - Jonathan Moody: Crafting Songs That Speak To The Soul &Raquo; Original 5839Feb2B1440Ecd02Ae3C1B43899E66 19
Episode 393 – Jonathan Moody: Crafting Songs That Speak to the Soul

In this episode, we sit down with Texas musician Jonathan Moody, who shares his inspiring journey from aspiring baseball player to a passionate singer-songwriter. Jonathan discusses the healing power …

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In this episode, we sit down with Texas musician Jonathan Moody, who shares his inspiring journey from aspiring baseball player to a passionate singer-songwriter. Jonathan discusses the healing power of music, the creative process behind his latest album "Gypsy Soul," and the importance of mental health in his songwriting. Join us as we explore his unique sound, the influences that shaped his music, and the stories behind some of his most poignant lyrics.Key Highlights:Introduction to Jonathan Moody and his musical backgroundThe transition from baseball to music and the role of perseveranceIns…

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Episode 392 - Music, Dreams, And Richard Goodall: A Journey Of Inspiration &Raquo; 7E6E5Ab4B3 9
Episode 392 – Music, Dreams, and Richard Goodall: A Journey of Inspiration

In this inspiring episode of the When Words Fail Music Speaks Podcast, we sit down with Richard Goodall, the remarkable winner of America's Got Talent Season 19. At 55 years old, Richard not only wowe…

In this inspiring ep…

In this inspiring episode of the When Words Fail Music Speaks Podcast, we sit down with Richard Goodall, the remarkable winner of America's Got Talent Season 19. At 55 years old, Richard not only wowed the nation with his incredible vocal talent but also touched hearts with his unique story as a singing janitor. Join us as we explore Richard's journey, the challenges he faced, and the pivotal moments that led him to stardom.Key Highlights:Introduction to Richard Goodall and his backgroundRichard's experience on America's Got Talent and the support he receivedThe significance of music in Richar…

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Episode 391 - The Impact Of Violeta Parra'S Life And Artistic Expression With Ericka Verba &Raquo; 1Cf3Cf71F8
Episode 391 – The Impact of Violeta Parra's Life and Artistic Expression with Ericka Verba

Host: James CoxGuest: Erica VerbaEpisode Summary:In this episode, we explore the profound connection between music and mental health. Our guest, Erica Verba, shares insights from her upcoming biograph…

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Host: James CoxGuest: Erica VerbaEpisode Summary:In this episode, we explore the profound connection between music and mental health. Our guest, Erica Verba, shares insights from her upcoming biography, "Thanks to Life," which delves into the life of Violeta Parra, a multifaceted artist known for her contributions to music, visual art, and political activism. We discuss the therapeutic aspects of writing and music, the creative process, and how art can serve as a refuge during challenging times.Key Topics:The importance of mental health and therapyBetterHelp sponsorship and its benefitsThe hea…

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Episode 390 - We Gotta Talk About...billy Ray Cyrus &Raquo; Updated 2022 Logo
Episode 390 – We Gotta Talk About…Billy Ray Cyrus

Key Points Discussed:Career Overview:Billy Ray Cyrus rose to fame with his 1992 debut single "Achy Breaky Heart," which became a global hit and contributed to the popularity of line dancing.His appear…

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Key Points Discussed:Career Overview:Billy Ray Cyrus rose to fame with his 1992 debut single "Achy Breaky Heart," which became a global hit and contributed to the popularity of line dancing.His appearances on shows like "Top of the Pops" helped solidify his status as a household name.Family Connections:Cyrus's close relationship with his daughter, Miley Cyrus, was highlighted, particularly their roles in the show "Hannah Montana."Discussion of Cyrus's family dynamics, including his marriage to Tish Finley and their children, as well as his son Brayson's involvement in producing Cyrus's upcomin…

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Episode 389 - Defying Gravity Cover Wars (Lea Michele &Amp; Chris Colfer From Glee Vs Matt Copley) &Raquo; Updated 2022 Logo
Episode 389 – Defying Gravity Cover Wars (Lea Michele & Chris Colfer from Glee VS Matt Copley)

Hosts:James Cox Blake MoselyAmanda DolanAllie MosleyEpisode Highlights:Introduction and welcome to the show.Discussion on the importance of mental health and the benefits of therapy, featuring a spons…

Hosts:James Cox Blak…

Hosts:James Cox Blake MoselyAmanda DolanAllie MosleyEpisode Highlights:Introduction and welcome to the show.Discussion on the importance of mental health and the benefits of therapy, featuring a sponsorship message from BetterHelp.A fun segment about coffee brands, introducing Bones Coffee.Deep dives into band biographies and music discussions.Conversations about musical covers, including Sweeney Todd and various performances.Insights into the challenges of singing and harmonizing in musical numbers.Interaction with listeners and encouragement to follow the show on social media platforms.Infor…

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