The Steve Stine Podcast
The Steve Stine Podcast is about more than just music — it’s about life, faith, and finding meaning in the everyday. Join Steve as he shares honest stories from decades of experience as a musician, educator, husband, father, and believer navigating the highs and lows of life. Each episode offers heartfelt conversations about purpose, spirituality, personal growth, and staying inspired — even when life gets messy or uncertain.
Whether you’re picking up a guitar, walking through a season of change, or just looking for encouragement to keep going, you’ll find something here to lift your spirit. With special guests, personal reflections, and real-world insights, this podcast is for anyone seeking a deeper connection to their creativity, their calling, and their faith.
Episodes
352 episodes
Stop Playing Randomly and Start Practicing With Purpose
Creating an effective practice routine is essential for guitar progress. Daily and weekly practice structures help overcome the feeling of being lost and ensure you're working on the right things.• Practice fundamentals daily, focusing ...
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10:57
Honest Feedback Is the Secret Weapon Every Guitarist Needs
Have you ever hit a plateau in your guitar playing despite hours of practice? The missing piece might not be more practice videos or tab books, but something far more valuable: honest assessment and feedback.Steve Stine delves into why ...
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7:54
10 Practical Steps to Maintain Guitar Practice Momentum
Every guitarist knows the struggle of maintaining motivation when progress seems elusive. What starts as passion can easily transform into frustration when we hit plateaus or lose sight of why we picked up the instrument in the first place....
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19:34
The Three-Level Guitar Practice System
Struggling to make progress with your guitar playing? The missing piece might not be what you think. Guitar practice isn't just about putting in hours—it's about structuring those hours effectively across three critical domains of ...
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7:49
Unlock Your Guitar: Strategic Practice for Real-World Playing
Ever felt that frustrating disconnect between what you practice and what you can actually play in the moment? Steve Stein tackles one of the most overlooked aspects of guitar mastery: the crucial difference between long-term practice and short-...
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9:10
Pentatonic vs. Diatonic: Breaking Down the Barriers
Struggling with the divide between pentatonic and diatonic scales? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Steve Stein demolishes the harmful myth that pentatonic scales are somehow inferior to modes or diatonic scales. Drawing from deca...
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6:05
Build Your Practice Routine with these 3 Steps
Ever feel like your guitar practice isn't getting you anywhere? You might be missing key components in your practice routine. Guitar practice isn't just about mindlessly repeating exercises—it's about strategically balancing three ...
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7:51
The 10-Minute Guitar Practice Revolution: Making Every Second Count
Finding yourself with only 10 minutes to practice guitar today? Don't put that instrument down! In this enlightening episode, Steve Stein tackles one of the most common challenges guitarists face: how to make meaningful progress when time is sc...
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9:35
Learning Guitar Alone Can Be Lonely - Get Connected!
Learning guitar with a support system provides the encouragement, motivation, and clarification needed to overcome common frustrations that lead players to quit. The ability to receive personalized feedback and solutions makes a dramatic differ...
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7:44
The Five-Phase Journey to Becoming a Confident Guitarist
What really holds most guitar players back? After teaching thousands of guitarists, I've discovered it's rarely about technical ability—it's about confidence. That feeling of certainty when you play, knowing who you are as a musician, and being...
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11:12
Why Your Guitar Playing Has Hit a Wall and How to Smash Through It
Every guitarist knows that dreaded feeling of hitting a wall—practicing regularly but seeing no real progress. In this candid discussion, Steve Stein from Guitar Zoom Academy tackles the frustrating phenomenon of guitar plateaus head-on, offeri...
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12:42
Guitar Practice Blueprint
Struggling to make real progress on guitar despite hours of practice? You might be approaching your practice routine all wrong. The secret to effective guitar practice lies in understanding the three essential tiers of musical deve...
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10:14
Balancing Long-Term Mastery and Short-Term Musical Functionality
Finding the sweet spot between expansive musical knowledge and practical application is the key challenge every guitarist faces. How do you balance mastering the entire fretboard while still being ready to perform this weekend? This episode tac...
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9:55
Breaking Free: Perfection vs Progress
We explore the critical difference between perfection and progress in guitar playing, examining how perfectionist tendencies can actually stifle our musical growth while a progress-oriented mindset builds confidence and creates more enjoyable e...
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11:36
The Triangle Method: Breaking Down Song Learning for Guitar Beginners
Guitar learning doesn't have to be the frustrating experience most beginners endure. The secret lies in breaking down what seems like one impossible task into three manageable components that you can master separately before bringing them toget...
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21:44
Changing Keys Without Changing Your Mindset: The Power of Using a Capo
Ever found yourself perfecting a song in one key, only to discover it's completely wrong for your vocalist? That's where the humble capo enters as your musical superhero.This deep dive into capo technique goes far beyond the basics, unr...
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13:20
Improvisation Shortcuts to Learn NOW!
Tired of being trapped in traditional scale positions? This eye-opening lesson reveals practical shortcuts that transform how you navigate the guitar fretboard when you need to think and move quickly. Starting with the familiar D m...
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19:27
Why Are You Still Playing Slow? The Mindset of Speed Picking Part 2
Speed picking remains one of the most coveted guitar techniques, yet so many players approach it backward—focusing purely on velocity rather than developing the proper mechanical foundation that allows speed to emerge naturally. Th...
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26:01
Why Are You Still Playing Slow? The Mindset of Speed Picking Part 1
The pursuit of lightning-fast guitar playing often leads down a path filled with frustration and plateaus. What if the secret isn't in how fast you can move your fingers, but in understanding the subtle mechanics that make true speed possible?<...
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40:44
Level Up Your Guitar Skills: Understanding Ego and Project Songs
Mastering the guitar can feel like an overwhelming journey, especially when it comes to picking which songs to learn. It’s tempting to jump into your favorite tracks, but this episode sheds light on the importance of understanding your own skil...
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17:39
Unlocking Your Potential: Stop Noodling, Start Practicing!
Embrace a transformation from casual noodling to a structured, effective guitar practice regimen. This episode dives into how creating goals can elevate your playing, enhancing both skills and creativity. • Discusses the balance be...
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16:05
Exploring the Synergy Modular Amplifier System: A New Era for Guitarists
Blending versatility and authentic tube sound, the Synergy Modular Amplifier system is your key to limitless tonal options for any performance or studio session. Discover how this incredibly flexible system can revolutionize your guitar setup.&...
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15:46
Overcome Musical Roadblocks with Guitar Zoom Academy: Transform Your Guitar Learning Experience
The Guitar Zoom Academy empowers guitar players who feel stuck in their progress by offering real-time support, community engagement, and a wealth of resources to guide them. With live classes, open rooms for interaction, and a dedicated commun...
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6:15
Transform Your Guitar Practice: Overcoming Common Mistakes for Real Progress
Unlock the secrets to transforming your guitar practice from frustrating to fulfilling! Ever find yourself stuck in a rut, wondering why your skills aren't improving despite hours with your guitar? We're here to help you sidestep those common p...
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9:22
How to Dial in the Right Guitar Tone for the Right Situation
Unlock the secrets of guitar tones that can elevate your playing to new heights. Have you ever wondered how the right tone can transform your sound, making it perfectly suited for different musical contexts? Join us as we explore the art of sel...
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