Pop the confetti, cue the countdown, and grab your sparkly hat—it’s time to look back at 2025 and celebrate everything this wild, wonderful year brought us. In this episode, I am reflecting on the highs, the lessons, and the surprises that shaped the past twelve months, and looking ahead to what we’re ready to call in for the fresh new year. Whether you’re a resolutions person, a vision board enthusiast, or just here for the midnight champagne toast, join me as I wrap up the year with gratitude, laughter, and a little sparkle for the road into 2026. 🥂✨

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Cotton-headed ninny muggins, it’s time to get festive! 🎄 In this episode, I am talking about what it means to show up to the holidays with full-on Buddy the Elf energy—sparkles, syrup, snow angels, and all. From turning ordinary days into magical moments to spreading cheer louder than a caroler on a sugar high, I’ll explore how to sprinkle extra joy into every corner of the season. Warning: side effects may include uncontrollable smiling, spontaneous hot cocoa breaks, and an urge to hug random Santas.

For All To Hear:

Elf: The Musical EXCERPT

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In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Gewirtz, Professor and Music Department Faculty Lead at Lansing Community College, to explore the evolving landscape of music education, creativity in the classroom, and the power of interdisciplinary learning. With a career spanning performance, composition, and academic leadership, Jonathan shares his insights into nurturing the next generation of musicians and how community colleges can play a pivotal role in making music education more accessible and innovative.

We dive into his own journey as a musician and educator, the challenges and joys of leading a diverse music program, and how he sees the role of music evolving in both academic and community settings.

Whether you're a music lover, educator, or creative thinker, this conversation offers inspiration and thoughtful perspectives on the intersection of music, mentorship, and lifelong learning.

LCC Music webpage:

https://www.lcc.edu/academics/music/music/

Link to the LCC jazz band last Feb:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x45ylLUQzGs

Link to a website with links to album:

https://thejongewirtzquartet.hearnow.com/

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