Episode 448 – Protect Your Singing Mind

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John talks about the unique challenges singers face because the mind and voice are so deeply connected. He shares how stress, perfectionism, comparison, and

Episode 446 – An Amazing Breathing Warmup

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John discusses a revolutionary breathing warm-up technique that can significantly enhance singing performance. He explores the importance of inspiratory muscle training, the benefits of

Episode 443 – Stop the Vocal Gaslighting

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John addresses the harmful messages singers often receive that lead to shame, doubt, and discouragement. He calls out the myths around aging, talent, and

Episode 440 – Embracing Cognitive Dissonance

In this episode of The Intelligent Vocalist, John talks about the value of holding opposing ideas in singing and teaching without rushing to resolve them. He explains how cognitive dissonance, though