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38. UB40 (Robin Campbell and Jimmy Brown) Feb 02, 2021

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Formed in 1978 and naming themselves after the unemployment benefit form, UB40 released their debut album 'Signing Off' in August 1980 - which is considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band. They’ve seen forty UK Top 40 hit singles, have sold over 100M records, and are one of the most successful British groups of ALL TIME. Franti discusses with guitarist Robin Campbell and drummer Jimmy Brown their diverse and influential upbringing in the cultural melting pot of Birmingham, how the band was formed and what inspired their success, and how they’ve created even more engagement with fans during this challenging time.
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https://www.UB40.global
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ub40official
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

37. Mike Henry Jan 26, 2021

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Mike Henry is one of the architects of the legendary animated TV series 'Family Guy', for which he created and has voiced many of the show’s most popular characters. Mike later co-created and starred in 'The Cleveland Show'. His other acting credits include the movie 'Ted' and TV's 'The Orville', 'Robot Chicken', 'American Dad', 'Gilmore Girls', 'Inside the Actors Studio', 'Scrubs' and the hidden-camera parody series, 'Kicked in the Nuts', which he created with brother Patrick. Franti and Mike discuss how comedy and music can help to get through pain, how to listen to what’s happening around you and within you, and the humanity behind the art of comedy.
CONNECT FURTHER:
https://www.mikehenry.co
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikehenrybro
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Adam Hendricks for Resonate Recordings
Episode Summary by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

36. Dyana Williams (Celebrity Media Coach) Jan 19, 2021

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Dyana Williams is a revered entertainment powerhouse and music activist. Whether showcasing her talents in broadcasting, print journalism, television producing and reporting, inspiring others through community activism and lecturing, or shaping the careers of major label artists through media coaching and artists development, she’s remained a constant force in the entertainment industry for over four decades. Franti and Dyana discuss what she learned from her childhood in Puerto Rico and Harlem, her years on radio and TV, and how she mentors artists on approaching social media and publicity in today’s world.
CONNECT FURTHER:
https://www.influenceentertainment.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dyanawilliams
ABOUT THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC:
The wait is finally over! The National Museum of African American Music officially opens to the public Saturday, January 30, 2021, and tickets to the museum are on sale NOW! Plan your visit and purchase tickets for your timed, self-guided tour here: http://bit.ly/35GMMRh
NMAAM will only be open to the public Saturdays and Sundays through the end of February, with tours beginning at 11AM CST and occurring every half hour with the final tour each day starting at 4:30PM CST. More days will open in the spring. All visitors must adhere to COVID-19 safety guidelines and wear a mask and observe social distancing for the duration of the tour.
The NMAAM is the premier global destination for music lovers of all generations and inspires, educates, and transforms your appreciation of American music. Our mission is to educate the world, preserve the legacy, and celebrate the central role African Americans play in creating the American soundtrack. Learn more: https://www.nmaam.org and https://www.nmaam.org/Dyana-Williams
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

35. Andy Frasco Jan 12, 2021

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Andy Frasco blends soul, blues, jazz, and rock influences as the lead vocalist and keyboardist of Andy Frasco & The U.N. They’re all about good times and positive energy, taken to another level with their interactive live performances. Andy dreamed of being in the music business starting at age 12 and even faked his resume to get his first music job as a teenager. After going on his first music tour, he gained the confidence to take up music and market himself. Franti and Andy discuss what inspires their best music, how they turn ideas into works of art, how to grow as a musician and person, and how to stay present.
NOTICE: This episode contains mild adult content. Listener discretion is advised.
CONNECT FURTHER:
https://www.andyfrasco.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/andyfrasco
Podcast (World Changing Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/worldsavingpodcast
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Adam Hendricks for Resonate Recordings
Episode Summary by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

34. John Mackey of Whole Foods Market Dec 15, 2020

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Owner/Founder of Whole Foods Market John Mackey speaks with Michael about the hardships of starting and maintaining a business. Mackey talks about his upbringing, the role his father played in supporting his dreams, and how he had to go against the grain to achieve his goals. Listen in to hear about how Mackey’s choice to drop out of school at the age of nineteen led him to create America's largest multi-million-dollar supermarket chain.
CONNECT FURTHER:
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/wholefoods
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Adam Hendricks for Resonate Recordings

33. Mark Barden of Sandy Hook Promise Dec 08, 2020

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Since the tragic loss of his 7-year-old son Daniel, one of 20 first-graders and six educators murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012, Mark has dedicated himself to bringing people together to find sensible solutions that will prevent future tragedies and spare other families the pain of losing a child to gun violence. As Managing Director of Sandy Hook Promise, Mark leads and manages the organization with Nicole Hockley, mother of Dylan who was killed that day. Franti and Mark discuss what his family and other families went through that day, how Sandy Hook Promise is stopping school shootings and gun violence across the country, and what you can do to take action.
CONNECT FURTHER:
https://www.sandyhookpromise.org
IG: https://www.instagram.com/sandyhookpromise
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sandyhook
FB (Sandy Hook Promise): https://www.facebook.com/SandyHookPromise
FB (What Would Daniel Do): http://www.facebook.com/WhatWouldDanielDo
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

32. Dr. Oz Nov 24, 2020

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Dr. Oz addresses current events, including holiday safety in the time of COVID, vaccines, and how important it is to maintain our mental health - which includes getting good, quality sleep - something he has studied for years. Dr. Oz gives us a glimpse into his dual upbringing in Turkey and the US, giving insight into the challenges he faced growing up with immigrant parents in a town where there were no other Turkish people. He shares with Michael how and why he became a doctor and how he intentionally instilled passion and drive in his own children. In the end, they discuss humanity - and the grand idea that there is something bigger than us, which we often overlook, and is actually what makes us human.
Launching as an omnichannel brand, the Dr. Oz Good Life products can be found online at drozsleep.com, drozsleep.com, select Macy’s stores, Macy’s.com and QVC.com.
CONNECT FURTHER:
http://www.doctoroz.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dr_oz
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Sam Cherry for Resonate Recordings

31. JC Curleigh of Gibson Nov 17, 2020

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James “JC” Curleigh is the President and CEO of Gibson Brands, responsible for leading the major comeback of their iconic music portfolio after the company filed for bankruptcy in 2018. He’s one of the world’s true visionaries and has led game-changing initiatives at Levi’s, KEEN, Salomon, and Mars. As a triple citizen of Canada, the US, and the UK, JC grew up with one of the most unique childhoods you’ll hear about and was taught to embrace new environments and tackle challenges from Day 1. Franti and JC discuss turning obstacles into opportunities, creating a thriving culture, giving back to the community, the parallels between sports and music, and of course… staying human.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Website: https://www.gibson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gibsonguitar
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Max Branstetter for Max Podcasting

30. Brandon Chrostowski of EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute Nov 10, 2020

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Brandon Chrostowski joins Michael to talk about his fascinating life story, including how at just 18 years old, he was staring at a potential prison sentence. Chrostowski speaks on how these events led him to become a successful chef, restaurateur, and politician. During the conversation, they discuss incarceration, the “turn around” stories Chrostowski witnessed first-hand, what it means to have a plan in life, Chrostowski’s business, Edwins Leadership and Restaurant, and the importance of serving others.
*Please excuse the audio in this episode - it gets a little scratchy at times, but we hope you can bear with us!
CONNECT FURTHER:
Website: https://edwinsrestaurant.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwinscle
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Adam Hendricks for Resonate Recordings

29. Ziggy Marley (Recording Artist) Nov 01, 2020

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Ziggy talks with Michael about going from listening to music as a kid to becoming a globally-recognized artist. Ziggy shares his journey with music and how his music has not only impacted himself, but many others. He shares that the goal of his music is to bring everyone together in love by writing values into his songs, as seen in his song “Love is My Religion”. Ziggy’s new album ‘More Family Time’ strives to use music as a tool to fight for the joy and hope in the world.
CONNECT FURTHER:
Website: https://www.ziggymarley.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ziggymarley
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0o0rlxlC3ApLWsxFkUjMXc
NEW album Follow Your Heart: https://orcd.co/followyourheart
Keep in touch with Michael online: https://michaelfranti.com
The Stay Human podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts: https://stayhumanpodcast.com
PODCAST EPISODE CREDITS:
Executive Producers: Michael Franti and Activist Artists Management
Producer: Angie Griffith for Activist Artists Management
Artist Manager: Caitlin Stone for Activist Artists Management
Management Coordinator: Ashley Dill for Activist Artists Management
Social Media Manager: Emily Marquis for Coffeehouse Collective
In Partnership with: American Songwriter Podcast Network
Instrumental from: “Crazy For You” by Michael Franti
Editing by: Adam Hendricks for Resonate Recordings

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