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Supernova Support invites listeners along for the ride with two veteran songwriters and former bandmates, Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown in their recovery from music scene disillusionment, career crashes, motherhood, and co-dependency. The dynamic duo explore the pitfalls of internal and external critical voices and systems that keep songwriters from sharing their songs with the world and illuminate the pathway to a joyful, sustainable, and successful creative life. Episodes feature original songs that illustrate creative struggles and craft elements pertaining to the topic. Lots of laughter and f-bombs along the way.
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- 2 days ago1h 14m
Season 5, Episode 2- How are you, really?
In season five’s second episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown dig into the subject of friendships that go deep enough to provide real support and how to ask the hard questions. They address the challenges of inevitable conflicts and the delicate balance of real talk, radical acceptance, and healthy boundaries.Features their original songs, If I Were You and Forgive Yourself in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 23:06- Katie’s song, If I Were You* 50.01- Karen’s song, Forgive YourselfEpisode Resources:* JOURNAL PROMPT: Ask yourself if there is anything that you are longing to share with someone (be forgiveness, concern etc) ?*Visit us at supernovasupport.com and subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Brew in Santa Rosa for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- 1 weeks ago57 min
Season 5, Episode 1 - Is Anybody OK?
In season five’s first episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown ask the important question on all of our minds at this low point of disillusionment in our world. They highlight the ongoing challenge to create art as a way of both bringing about personal and system-wide change and for the radical joy of it.Features their original songs, Good Times! and Breakfast at the End of the World, in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 14:37- Katie’s song, Good Times!* 31.24- Karen’s song, Breakfast at the End of the WorldEpisode Resources:* JOURNAL PROMPT: Where can you find some comfort and solace in your “end of the world”?*Visit us at supernovasupport.com and subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Brew in Santa Rosa for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- Aug 25, 20261 min
What is Supernova Support?
A quick scoop on what Supernova Support is and who it’s for….. maybe you! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- Jun 12, 202656 min
Season 4, Episode 8- Caroline in the Garden
In season four’s eighth episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown talk with Caroline Milby of Caroline in the Garden, the imaginative pop project of singer-songwriter/producer. She shares the joy of producing a song from its paired-down state to a full-blown piece of art, richly layered, nuanced, and masterfully expressed. The conversations traces her songwriting and musician journey through internal and external obstacles, shining the light on the path towards realizing her aspirations with the help of all the support of the universe and synchronistic connections.Features her original song, Push Through, in relation to the topic.Features her original song, Push Through, in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 26:57- Caroline’s song, Push ThroughEpisode Resources:* Caroline in the Garden website* Act II on Bandcamp* JOURNAL PROMPT: How does the creative life you want challenge the expectations of others?*Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone!www.supernovasupport.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign
- Jun 6, 20261h 3m
Season 4, Episode 7- Crystal McDougall-Purdy
In season four’s seventh episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown talk with Crystal McDougall-Purdy, an award-winning vocalist, instructor, program director of multiple choirs, and co-founder of the Norcal Vocal Arts Community. The conversation traces her path of discovering and developing her exceptional talent with excellent mentors and the cut-throat world of voice competitions. She shares the challenges of choosing a creative trajectory that defies others expectations.Features her original song, Sister Song, in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 37:28- Crystal’s song, Sister SongEpisode Resources:* NorCal Vocal Arts Community* California Redwood Chorale* Occidental Community Choir* JOURNAL PROMPT: How does the creative life you want challenge the expectations of others?*Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone!www.supernovasupport.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- May 29, 202656 min
Season 4, Episode 6-Grey DeLisle Griffin
In season four, episode 6, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown talk with Grammy award winning singer-songwriter and voice actress, Grey DeLisle Griffin who’s performed over 1500 cartoon voices including Daphne from Scooby Doo. They discuss the challenges of parenthood and making time to perform, write, and nurture your songwriting craft whether through songwriting retreats, committing to your own craft, and developing supportive relationships with other women songwriters. Features her original song, Hello I’m Lonesome in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 20:26- Grey’s song, Hello I’m LonesomeEpisode Resources:* Grey DeLisle Griffin artist website* JOURNAL PROMPT: What do you fear you can never be free from?*Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone!www.supernova support This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- May 22, 202659 min
Season 4, Episode 4- Natalie Lucie
In season four’s first episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown speak with Natalie Lucie, a quietly fierce, Britain-based songwriter and producer who champions women’s rightful role as creators and producers of their own music. She traces the arc of her call to songwriting including the harrowing experience of recording and producing a full album during Covid while laid out from back surgery and caring for two small children. Persevering against the odds of misogyny and motherhood to continue to create, she inspires us all to chase the spark and sun of our musical aspirations.Features her original song, Chase the Sun in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 39:28- Natalie’s song, Chase the SunEpisode Resources:* Natalie Lucie’s Bandcamp* JOURNAL PROMPT: How has your creativity brought you back from a dark place?*Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone!www.supernova support. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe
- May 15, 202657 min
Season 4, Episode 4- Come Shine Your Light
In season four’s fourth episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown talk with Chelsea Coleman, a courageous and vulnerable storyteller of a songwriter who fearlessly shines the light of her songs in dark places. The interview reveals her inspiring work with YG2D (Your’re Going to Die), an San Francisco-based nonprofit that brings opportunities for self-expression around grief to open mics and workshops including prisons and hospice rooms. Chelsea shares the challenges of music and motherhood and her secret to keeping an open connection with the muse.Features her original song, Come Shine Your Light on Me in relation to the topic.Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com.* 27:46- Chelsea’s song, Come Shine Your Light on MeEpisode Resources:* Chelsea Coleman music website* YG2D (You’re Going to Die) non-profit bringing diverse communities creatively into the conversation of grief and loss through a podcast, open mics, concerts, workshops, and prison, hospice, and cancer patient programs..* JOURNAL PROMPT: Write a contract with inspiration/muse. Ask for exactly what you need. In addition, what promises are you ready to keep?*Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more!*Follow us on Instagram and FacebookIN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA?Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status.ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD….Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone!Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday</
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Supernova Support invites listeners along for the ride with two veteran songwriters and former bandmates, Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown in their recovery from music scene disillusionment, career crashes, motherhood, and co-dependency. The dynamic duo explore the pitfalls of internal and external critical voices and systems that keep songwriters from sharing their songs with the world and illuminate the pathway to a joyful, sustainable, and successful creative life. Episodes feature original songs that illustrate creative struggles and craft elements pertaining to the topic. Lots of laughter and f-bombs along the way.
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