Song of the Soul podcast

Song of the Soul

Song of the Soul invites you to a soul-level encounter. Music has the ability to proclaim the soul's language beyond what mere words can speak. That's what we seek as we invite our guests to share their Song of the Soul. You will hear the music that has charted the steps of their spiritual journey, that has provided a touchstone in the soul's dark night, and sung the hearts awe and joy when come to the Light. As you listen to Song of the Soul, you are both witness and companion to our guest's spiritual path and sacred testimony. Song of the Soul guests provide about 25 minutes of the music that speaks of their spiritual path, beliefs or journey, and Mark Helpsmeet explores with them the relevance and meaning of this music to their experience. Some guests are musicians, perhaps sharing their own music, but most guests are simply sharing music they've been impacted by, written and performed by others.

Song of the Soul invites you to a soul-level encounter. Music has the ability to proclaim the soul's language beyond what mere words can speak. That's what we seek as we invite our guests to share their Song of the Soul. You will hear the music that has charted the steps of their spiritual journey, that has provided a touchstone in the soul's dark night, and sung the hearts awe and joy when come to the Light. As you listen to Song of the Soul, you are both witness and companion to our guest's spiritual path and sacred testimony. Song of the Soul guests provide about 25 minutes of the music that speaks of their spiritual path, beliefs or journey, and Mark Helpsmeet explores with them the relevance and meaning of this music to their experience. Some guests are musicians, perhaps sharing their own music, but most guests are simply sharing music they've been impacted by, written and performed by others.

 

#625

Sofia Talvik's Distressing Christmas Songs and Others

Time today for some seasonal music, but, of course, with a twist. [Sofia Talvik] (https://... more

12 Dec 2025

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12 Dec 2025


#624

Composing Dusk to Dawn: Ivar Lunde, Jr.

Today for Song of the Soul, we are straying far from my safe and well-known musical turf t... more

05 Dec 2025

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05 Dec 2025


#623

Music of Summer 2020 – From Wonder Woman to a Frog in a Pond

A delightful retrospective of Song of the Soul guests from Summer 2020, ranging lightheart... more

28 Nov 2025

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28 Nov 2025


#622

Beyond Haze to Self-Love with Frances Ancheta

We're headed to the west coast today for a deep & touching visit with [Frances Ancheta] (h... more

21 Nov 2025

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21 Nov 2025


#621

Gems from Dusty & Pearl: From Traditional to Brand New

We don't usually have a lot of cowboy content on Song of the Soul, but this week we'll at ... more

14 Nov 2025

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14 Nov 2025


#620

Three Shadows of The Phantom Moon: Phippen-Lunde-Fae

We're headed today to the enchanted realm summoned by the flute of Peter Phippen, now acco... more

07 Nov 2025

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07 Nov 2025


#619

Afro-Colombian Music with Palenque Records/Lucas Silva via Groundswell

We'll dive deep in the Afro-Colombian music of Lucas Silva, pioneer of Champeta. Founder o... more

31 Oct 2025

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31 Oct 2025


#618

Remembering Bob Franke, 7/25/1947 - 10/16/2025

I got news this past week that [Bob Franke] (http://bobfranke.com/) , one of my favorite m... more

24 Oct 2025

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24 Oct 2025


#617

From & To the Land, Love Undoubtedly Underlies Everything: Sage Cook

For a number of years, [Sage Cook] (https://sageandaera.com/) was part of [Elephant Reviva... more

17 Oct 2025

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17 Oct 2025


#616

Sunshine & Tears from Sunflower Summit

Today's guest, Maria Requena, is also known as [Sunflower Summit] (https://sunflowersummit... more

10 Oct 2025

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10 Oct 2025


#615

Raising Up Gentle Rebellion & History Makin' Music with Andrea Prichett

[Andrea Prichett] (https://www.andreaprichett.com/) 's musical career started in Zimbabwe,... more

03 Oct 2025

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03 Oct 2025


#614

John McCutcheon Live, 2019 to 2025

It's been 20 years that Northern Spirit Radio has been broadcasting, and to celebrate that... more

26 Sep 2025

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26 Sep 2025


#613

The Siren Call of Kris Angelis

Though [Kris Angelis] (https://krisangelis.com/) is a long-time resident of LA, California... more

19 Sep 2025

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19 Sep 2025


#612

People's Musician & Doctor of Ministry: Linda Allen

[Linda Allen] (https://www.lindasongs.com/) was called to my attention by [Peter Alsop] (h... more

12 Sep 2025

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12 Sep 2025


#611

Uplifting the World in a Song: Loretta Simonet

Minnesota's Twin Cities are teeming with musical talents, among them Curtis and Loretta. T... more

04 Sep 2025

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04 Sep 2025


#610

From the Center to the Center: Katie Dwyer

[Katie Dwyer] (https://katiedwyer.com/) is absolutely one of the top surprises & joys of 2... more

29 Aug 2025

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29 Aug 2025


#609

Rising Like a Bird, Not a Stone: Mike Green

Though he tried a strenuous life on the music circuit in his 20s, [Mike Green] (https://mi... more

22 Aug 2025

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22 Aug 2025


#608

The Lucy Story & Soul: Lucy Kaplansky

[Lucy Kaplansky] (https://lucykaplansky.com/) is, in some ways, very much a road-less trav... more

15 Aug 2025

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15 Aug 2025


#607

The Groove, Rhythm, & Harmonies of Wendi Bourne

(From left to right: Annie Patterson, Wendi Bourne, Lauren Janson)

08 Aug 2025

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08 Aug 2025


#606

Chemistry, Recovery, UU, & the Music of Jim Phillips

Today is the second time we'll have [Jim Phillips] (https://www.facebook.com/jimphillipspr... more

01 Aug 2025

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01 Aug 2025


#605

True Green Irish: Joanna Clare

[Joanna Clare] (https://www.joannaclare.com/) started her violin quite young on rather sta... more

25 Jul 2025

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25 Jul 2025


#604

L.A.'s Sunshine, Scotland's Ground, Rebecca's Voice

[Rebecca Pidgeon] (https://rebeccapidgeonmusic.com/) brings to her music influences as dis... more

18 Jul 2025

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18 Jul 2025


#603

The Ever-blooming Flower Called Linda Marks

[Linda Marks] (https://www.lindamarksmusic.com/) is an amazing creative woman and prolific... more

11 Jul 2025

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11 Jul 2025


#602

Roses, Peanut Butter, & Tret Fure's Circle of Love & Music

[Tret Fure] (http://tretfure.com/) , last with us for [Song of the Soul in 2011] (https://... more

04 Jul 2025

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04 Jul 2025


#601

Little Bird Takes Big Wings - Makaela Joy

[Makaela Joy] (https://makaelajoy.com/) is a delightful mix of whimsical and heartfelt, do... more

27 Jun 2025

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27 Jun 2025