The Musician Centric Podcast

Two professional violists, Liz O'Hara and Stephanie Knutsen, explore diverse perspectives in the music field through conversations together and with friends. Whether gaining fresh insights from industry innovators or laughing their way through a show like Mozart in the Jungle, Liz and Steph hope to inspire musicians, particularly freelancers, to feel a sense of agency in their lives. **Note: This podcast was formerly titled the ViolaCentric podcast**

The Musician Centric Podcast is a music podcast hosted by Liz and Stephanie, with 74 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Liz and Stephanie hosts The Musician Centric Podcast, a music show with 74 episodes published.

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  When Improv Sparks Joy: with Cellist Mike Block

  Jan 26, 20261h 2mS0

  <p>Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here!</p><p>Start the year with a jolt of creative permission! We sit down with Grammy-winning cellist Mike Block to trace the real path from conservatory discipline to cross-cultural collaboration. Mike opens up about the moment improvisation unlocked joy, how Silk Road Ensemble and Mark O’Connor reframed his identity, and why adding genres isn’t about collecting tricks—it’s about finding communities, languages, and listeners who expand what your instrument can do.<br/><br/>We dig into the rapid rise of multi-genre string playing at conservatories and beyond, and what that means fo...

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  Behind the Music: Mental Health on Tour with Kyleen King

  Jun 4, 202546 minS5

  <p>Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here!</p><p>Kyleen King, violist and string arranger for Brandi Carlile, opens up about musicians' mental health challenges and her journey toward becoming a therapist for touring musicians. She shares unfiltered insights about the psychological toll of touring life and the community support that's helping her transition into social work.<br/><br/>• The reality gap between performing onstage and the other "22.5 hours" of touring life<br/>• How musicians mask suffering through performance both on and off stage<br/>• The isolation of touring despite being surrounded by people constantly<br/>• Kyleen's pursuit of a social w...

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  Breaking the Silence: Healing, Health, and Finding Strength After Our Hiatus

  Mar 19, 202522 minS5

  <p>Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here!</p><p>Liz and Steph reunite after an eight-month podcast hiatus, bringing with them powerful stories of personal transformation through health challenges. </p><p>With remarkable vulnerability, Steph shares her breast cancer journey—the fear, the treatments, and ultimately the strength she discovered within herself and from her support network. Her experience serves as both inspiration and gentle reminder about the life-saving importance of regular mammograms.</p><p>Meanwhile, Liz opens up about navigating life with rare Addison's disease, describing her evolution from merely managing symptoms to exploring deeper healing possibilities. Her realization tha...

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  Rest and Reset: How a health emergency shed new light on our journey

  Jun 13, 202426 minS4

  <p>Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here!</p><p>What happens when your body sends you warnings that something is seriously wrong? Join us as we recount Liz's unexpected journey through debilitating health challenges, including severe migraines and a frightening ER visit. After numerous consultations and tests, Liz was diagnosed with Addison's disease, an autoimmune disorder affecting cortisol production. We discuss the emotional and physical hurdles faced during this time, the impact on her career, and the immense relief that comes with a definitive diagnosis and effective treatment. This episode is a raw and honest conversation about the importance of...

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  Mozart in the Jungle Recap! Season 2, Episode 5: "Regresso Del Rey"

  Apr 25, 202426 minS4

  <p>Stories? Questions? Thoughts? TEXT us here!</p><p>In this week's recap, we're here to whisk you away on a South American escapade—minus the need for frantic passport updates or surprise visa requirements. Our favorite orchestra is on TOUR! Find out what happens when there's apparently no rehearsal itinerary and musicians are unleashed on Mexico City!<br/><br/><b>*If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and writing a quick review for our podcast! </b></p><p><b>We have a Patreon site! Support us and get perks and bonus content!</b></p><p><b>www.patreon.com...

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