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Write Songs You Love

Michael Averill
Songwriting
Creativity
Music
Teacup Challenge
Community
Collaboration
Vulnerability
Creative Process
Mental Health
Community Building
Music Community
Songs
Cal Volpe
Music Production
Artistic Expression
Confidence
World Storytelling Day
Community Support
Performance Anxiety
Music Industry

Have you ever felt like you’ve lost touch with your inner creative compass? Is songwriting a practice you want to maintain for the rest of your life? Have you ever thought about “why,” you write songs? Each week, host Michael Averill shares heart warming stories from his own experience as a touring singer/songwriter, as well as with guests, about songs that have been impactful, and why. There's al... more

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Recent Guests

Jackie Ourman
Relationship and attachment therapist; founder of The Collective
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Episode: Jackie Ourman on Burden, The Skill of Support, and The Benefits of Allowing Others to Show Up
Rumi Tsuchihashi
Author and writing mentor featured guest on the show
Independent author/writing coach
Episode: Rumi Tsuchihashi on Paying Attention, and How to Use an Emotion Thesaurus
Celin Samard
Singer-songwriter and touring artist discussed in depth about music journey and mental health themes
Independent artist
Episode: CELIN on Spontaneous Musical Adventures, Layers, and Full Circle Moments
Miranda Krogstad
Poet and performer known for Tapir poems and diverse collaborations
Episode: Miranda Krogstad on Humanhood, the Magic of Words, and What Makes You Wonderful
Alexandra Wright
Singer-songwriter focused on confessional storytelling and paranormal-influenced aesthetics
Episode: Alexandra Wright on Family History, Haunting, and Bartering with the Mirror
Bob Wiseman
Musician, composer, author, and educator
Independent artist, author of Blogging book projects
Episode: Bob Wiseman on Improvisation, Scoring Film, and Grow-Up Pills
Craig Cardiff
Singer-songwriter and house-concert organizer
Self-employed musician
Episode: An Evening in the Valley Revisited
Dane Milton
Musician involved in house-concert scene
Self-employed musician
Episode: An Evening in the Valley Revisited
Fred Penner
Canadian songwriting legend
Episode: A One Minute Moment

Host

Michael Averill
Host of songwriting-focused show, shares heartwarming stories, crafts prompts, and guides community-based creativity.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Love the music included in the death episode

    Michael you are a treat! You definitely understand creating a meaninful story!

    Love the creativity here!

    Reena Friedman Watts

    Host of the Better Call Daddy Show

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guests are consistently personable and insightful about the craft of music making.
listeners praise the show's warmth and practical songwriting tips for staying motivated.
the host's storytelling approach is engaging and encourages experimentation in songwriting.
emphasis on community and collaboration resonates with aspiring artists and indie musicians.

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Rumi Tsuchihashi on Paying Attention, and How to Use an Emotion Thesaurus
Q: What makes shorter writing formats compatible with this approach, and how does it affect storytelling?
Short forms require tightly chosen words that carry energy; using the thesaurus helps pick exact shades of emotion to convey depth without lengthy exposition, making moments feel universal and specific at the same time.
Rumi Tsuchihashi on Paying Attention, and How to Use an Emotion Thesaurus
Q: Can you walk us through how a writer might actually use an entry like 'Anger' in a lyric or scene?
Start with a broad emotion, then explore subcategories and cues, such as physical signals and internal states, to find a more precise shade of that emotion that fits the moment.
Rumi Tsuchihashi on Paying Attention, and How to Use an Emotion Thesaurus
Q: How did you come across the Emotion Thesaurus and what does it aim to do for writers?
It's a tool that expands the vocabulary around emotions by listing physical signals, internal sensations, and contextual cues, helping writers show rather than tell what characters feel.
Cal Volpe on Redirecting Drive, The Teacup Challenge, and Releasing His First Album
Q: What was your experience at the album release show?
Cal describes it as his favorite musical experience, filled with energy from the supportive audience comprised of people from various aspects of his life.
Cal Volpe on Redirecting Drive, The Teacup Challenge, and Releasing His First Album
Q: When did the seeds of songwriting show up for you?
Cal reflects that the seeds of songwriting have been planted for a long time, and while he initially thought they were separate from sports, he has come to realize they are intertwined.

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The show centers on songwriting as a lived practice, blending personal storytelling with practical craft. Across episodes, it often grills guests on creative processes, emotional expression, collaboration, and community-building within music. A standout aspect is the host's focus on authenticity, vulnerability, and the idea that every songwriter has meaningful stories to share, from exploring instrumental approaches to navigating performance anxiety. Listeners can expect intimate conversations, actionable tips for writing and performing, and a welcoming creative community. This mix probably attracts aspiring and established songwriters, indie musicians, and creative professionals seeking motivation, technique, and peer perspective.

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2. Rumi Tsuchihashi
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4. Miranda Krogstad
5. Alexandra Wright
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7. Craig Cardiff
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