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Music Saved Me Podcast

Music Saved Me Podcast

iHeartPodcasts 416 Episodes Sep 16, 2026

Music Saved Me is a podcast where inspiring music icons, emerging artists, and healing voices explore music as therapy, hosted by Lynn Hoffman. Each episode dives deep with musicians personally transformed by the power of sound, from the stories behind new music to the viral music success journeys that shaped careers. The show examines how music can be a powerful healing device for the global mental health crisis, connecting art to emotional healing and spotlighting nonprofits doing meaningful work. Produced by Buzz Knight Media Productions.

Episodes

How Music Saved Romeo Vaughn: A Heartfelt Interview on Emotional Healing and Uplifting Indie Music Stories-Encore Episode
How Music Saved Romeo Vaughn: A Heartfelt Interview on Emotional Healing and Uplifting Indie Music Stories-Encore Episode Sep 16, 2026 1882 What if the very thing that saved your life was the music that flowed through your veins? Join host Lynn Hoffman in this powerful encore episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast as she dives deep into the transformative journey of musician Romeo Vaughn. From his humble beginnings in Santa Rosa, Texas, to making waves in the vibrant music scene of Nashville, Vaughn's story is a testament to the healin
Encore: Trey Lewis is Thomason — The Truth Behind the White Van
Encore: Trey Lewis is Thomason — The Truth Behind the White Van Sep 9, 2026 1541  An encore presentation of one of our most powerful conversations. You know him as Trey Lewis — but on this episode, he’s stepping forward as Thomason, the name on his birth certificate and the name behind his rawest music yet. Nearly 20 years sober, Thomason opens up about addiction, recovery, grief, and the white van that carried him from a treatment center in Alabama to chasing
Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace): Turning Pain Into Anthems [Encore]”
Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace): Turning Pain Into Anthems [Encore]” Sep 2, 2026 1900 [Encore] Raine Maida — the voice of Our Lady Peace — has spent three decades turning personal struggle into songs that have saved countless listeners. In this conversation with Lynn Hoffman, Raine traces his path from a life-changing Peter Gabriel concert to writing Naveed as a teenager processing his parents’ divorce, and opens up about the vulnerability behind Clumsy‘s &l
How Music Became A Healing Tool: Mike Shimshack and his  Inspiring Journey Through Illness and Sound Therapy
How Music Became A Healing Tool: Mike Shimshack and his Inspiring Journey Through Illness and Sound Therapy Aug 26, 2026 2910 What if the very thing that brought you joy became a source of immense challenge? This week on the Music Saved Me Podcast, host Lynn Hoffman invites you into a deeply inspiring conversation with Mike Shimshack, a multi-platinum songwriter and producer whose journey through the music industry is as captivating as it is poignant. With over 25 million records sold worldwide, Mike's story is a testame
Chris Young: How Country Music Became His Lifeline Through Heartbreak and Healing Journeys-Encore Episode
Chris Young: How Country Music Became His Lifeline Through Heartbreak and Healing Journeys-Encore Episode Aug 19, 2026 1119 Have you ever wondered how music can transform not just a career but an entire life? In this heartfelt encore episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast, host Lynn Hoffman welcomes multi-platinum country music singer-songwriter Chris Young, who shares his remarkable journey through the world of music. From his humble beginnings in Tennessee to the release of his 10th studio album, "I Didn't Come Here t
Jon Lampley’s Journey: How Music Became His Healing Tool Through Life's Trials and Joys-Encore Episode
Jon Lampley’s Journey: How Music Became His Healing Tool Through Life's Trials and Joys-Encore Episode Aug 12, 2026 1954 What if the key to overcoming life's challenges lies in the notes of a trumpet? Join host Lynn Hoffman on the encore episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast as she dives deep into the transformative journey of Jon Lampley, a gifted trumpeter and singer-songwriter whose musical path is a testament to the healing power of music. From his roots in Akron, Ohio, where the gospel melodies of his church sh
Healing Through Music: Ben Kweller Shares His Emotional Journey and Songwriting Stories After Loss
Healing Through Music: Ben Kweller Shares His Emotional Journey and Songwriting Stories After Loss Aug 5, 2026 2587 Have you ever wondered how music can serve as a lifeline during the darkest times? Join us in this deeply moving episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast, where host Lynn Hoffman sits down with the incredibly talented musician Ben Kweller. In a heartfelt conversation, Ben opens up about his journey through grief and the transformative power of music, revealing how it has become an essential tool for
John Beltzer's Journey: How Music Became a Healing Tool for Children Facing Illness-Encore Episode
John Beltzer's Journey: How Music Became a Healing Tool for Children Facing Illness-Encore Episode Jul 29, 2026 1658 What if a song could change a child's life? In this heartfelt encore episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast, host Lynn Hoffman sits down with John Beltzer, the visionary founder of the Songs of Love Foundation, an organization dedicated to creating personalized songs for children and teens battling serious illnesses. These unique musical pieces, crafted using the names and favorite things of young
Navigating Life's Hardest Moments: Brad Wolfe on Grief, Music, and the Power of Open Conversations
Navigating Life's Hardest Moments: Brad Wolfe on Grief, Music, and the Power of Open Conversations Jul 22, 2026 2964 Have you ever wondered how music can help us navigate the complexities of grief and loss? Join us in this heartfelt episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast as host Lynn Hoffman converses with Brad Wolfe, the visionary founder of Reimagine, an organization dedicated to fostering essential dialogues about grief and mortality. Brad's journey is one of profound personal loss, transformed into a powerful
How Travis Bolt Transformed His Life Through Music: A Journey of Healing and Resilience-Encore Episode
How Travis Bolt Transformed His Life Through Music: A Journey of Healing and Resilience-Encore Episode Jul 15, 2026 1618 What if the key to overcoming life's greatest challenges lies in the strum of a guitar or the power of a heartfelt lyric? Join host Lynn Hoffman on the Music Saved Me Podcast encore episode as she delves into the inspiring journey of Travis Bolt, an East Texas singer-songwriter whose life has been transformed by the healing power of music. Diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome at just 11 years old, T
Encore Episode: Healing Through Music Therapy: Dr. Ron Hirshberg on Veterans' Journey to Emotional Recovery and Resilience"
Encore Episode: Healing Through Music Therapy: Dr. Ron Hirshberg on Veterans' Journey to Emotional Recovery and Resilience" Jul 8, 2026 1725 As we celebrate our 250th it's more important than ever that we honor all that have fought for our country. We share this encore episode in their honor and ask that you support Home Base at https://homebase.org/ Have you ever wondered how music can heal the invisible wounds of war? In this enlightening episode of the Music Saved Me Podcast, host Lynn Hoffman engages in a heartfelt conversatio
Finding Your Voice : Shrimpnose/Riley Smithson on Stuttering, Survival and The Sound that Set Him Free-Encore
Finding Your Voice : Shrimpnose/Riley Smithson on Stuttering, Survival and The Sound that Set Him Free-Encore Jul 1, 2026 1453 What happens when the thing you struggle with most becomes the very thing that saves you? In this encore episode, host Lynn Hoffman sits down with Riley Smithson — the LA-based electronic and hip-hop producer known as Shrimpnose — for a raw, unforgettable conversation about music as medicine, identity, and transformation. This Music Saved Me episode is a testament to the healing power

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