Amythyst Kiah on psychic sovereignty, success envy, and the self-improvement doom loop.

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band (Jeff Hanna) on a 60-year touring career, records with hair on them, and the joy in folding laundry.

Writing for the soul vs. writing for the brief, from writers to editors.

Derek Trucks on collaborative marriage, mentorship, and the healing power of a soundcheck poodle.

Suzy Bogguss on pioneering the indie path, the quality of community, and disgusting freezers.