Living on the B Side with BIRGIT SEASON 4 | EPISODE 83 | 15 APRIL 2024 Discover your emotions, with the help of Music The episode focuses on using music to identify emotions. It provides you with ideas, tips, and tricks on how to use songs to dig deeper into your own emotions and get to know yourself better. I share how I personally use music in this way and the progress it has helped me make over the years. My aim is to provide you with one practical tool that can be the starting point for you to discover and understand your emotions a bit better. Download my FREE Music Melody Mood ..read more

An Interview With Heather Hill SEASON 4 | EPISODE 82 | 1 APRIL 2024 Both Sides Now: Heather Hill on Motherhood, Grief, and Carrying On In this interview, Heather and I chat about the legacy music can leave within a family and beyond. Having released her latest album ‘Twilight Mist’, we talk about how this album came together, what her intentions with it are and what she hopes her listeners will take away from it. We also dive into the ‘legacy of music’ that has impacted her greatly, thanks to her mother’s love of music and the impact this had not only herself, but everyone her mother ..read more

Hey everyone, today’s blog post centres around a theme that’s been on my mind a lot again—holding on. If that is for one second, one hour, one day or longer. Often times in life we are going through challenges that test our resilience and how important it is to persevere, even under super tough conditions. I have talked about this before during one of my solo podcast episodes, in which I shared lyrics from the song ‘Hold On’ by Wilson Philips. This is a timeless song that is so true and relevant today. And this is what I would like to discuss in this post today. When I say hold on, one m ..read more

Living on the B Side with BIRGIT SEASON 4 | EPISODE 80 | 04 MARCH 2024 How one song has reignited my passion for Living on the B side I have picked the song ‘Evacuate the dancefloor’ as the theme song for this episode because it appeared to me at a time when I needed a spark, something to remind me of the reasons why I created Living on the B Side. Listening to the lyrics and hearing ‘Evacuate the dancefloor’ has given me enthusiasm, passion and determination to continue to spread the word about the power of music, how it can be part of the medicine we need to keep well and healthy ..read more

Philipa’s Podcast ‘Meeting of the Minds’ is all about bringing you conversations from ordinary people about subjects she finds interesting and inspiring. She talks about her story from breakdown to finding herself in her 50s and invites fabulous guests who talk about their lives and mainly about how to find joy in life. It’s never too late and you’re never too old to heal and find joy. In this post I will share some highlights that Philipa and I talked about on how music can play an integral role in this – finding joy and healing. . Listen to the episode here: Meeting Of Minds Podcast ..read more

Living on the B Side with BIRGIT SEASON 3 | EPISODE 79 | 31 Dec 2023 C’est la vie - Reflecting Forward: Bonus episode reflecting on my 2023 journey As we approach the close of another year, join me in this special solo episode of [as we take a deep dive into the highs, lows, and memorable moments that defined 2023 for me. In this review, I’ll not only unwrap the highlights from the podcast, featuring both solo musings and engaging conversations with incredible guests, but I’ll also peel back the layers of my personal journey throughout the year. I am reflecting on both the solo and g ..read more

An Interview With Laura Mack SEASON 3 | EPISODE 78 | 18 December 2023 Walking to Resilience: Laura Mack's Journey Through the Healing Power of Music In this deeply moving episode of, I bring you the remarkable story of Laura Mack, a survivor of a serious car crash who defied the odds and learned to walk again, fueled by the powerful melodies of the Foo Fighters. Laura’s journey is not just one of physical recovery; it’s a testament to the profound impact music can have on our emotional well-being, resilience, and personal growth. Tune in as Laura shares the harrowing details of her a ..read more

Hi B Siders, I have been invited to Shevo Umweni’s podcast ‘Vivid Vision’ to talk about why music is my life-saver. Here is what he has said about our time together: “Discover the transformative power of music in the latest episode of the Vivid Vision Podcast, where we had the pleasure of hosting Birgit Livesey, a passionate music enthusiast from Melbourne, Australia. Birgit shared her personal journey with music, emphasizing its profound impact on her life. According to her, music has played a pivotal role in her self-discovery and personal growth, shaping her into a better version of ..read more

An Interview With Nastiya Kai SEASON 4 | EPISODE 77 | 4 DEC 2024 From Wanderlust to Soundwaves: Nastiya Kai's Journey of Reinvention In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary life of Nastiya Kai, a global nomad born in Moscow, Russia, whose journey has been nothing short of a rollercoaster. From traversing the globe for studies to dropping out of high school in grade 10, Nastiya’s story is one of constant reinvention and relentless pursuit of passion. Over the past 7 months, Nastiya has crisscrossed the vibrant landscapes of NYC, LA, Paris, and Moscow, absorbing the diverse cul ..read more

An Interview With Dan Spencer SEASON 3 | EPISODE 76 | 20 November 2023 From Complexity to Simplicity: Dan Spencer's Quest for a Simple Approach to Music As we dive into our conversation with Dan, it becomes clear that talking to him is like injecting yourself with a dose of super-charged music. His energy is contagious, and his passion for making music accessible to all is palpable. Throughout the episode, Dan generously shares gold nuggets of wisdom on how anyone can learn, read, and love music. His deep desire to enable others to embark on their musical journey is evident, making h ..read more