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The Miles to Zen Podcast with Shannon Miles Halliday
Conversations through curiosity, creativity & connection.
Welcome to Miles to Zen, a podcast that celebrates life's delightful twists and turns, no matter where you are on your journey. I'm your host, Shannon Miles Halliday, a follower of curiosity, a mom, a wife, a former corporate executive, a creator and a connector. This show is your companion for navigating the beautifully messy adventure of life. Each episode invites you into heartfelt, inspiring, and expansive conversations, diving into topics like self trust, big moments and big decisions, navigating day jobs and finding purpose, and how can we thrive. You’ll feel uplifted and even enlightened each week as we share stories, and insights that spark your own ideas as well as conversations that offer completely new perspectives.
The Miles to Zen Podcast with Shannon Miles Halliday
A Visionary & An Alchemist: Conscious Creativity with Ann Mortifee Part 1
In this episode of the Miles to Zen Podcast, Shannon welcomes Ann Mortifee, a celebrated Canadian singer, composer, author, and storyteller, who is also a member of the Order of Canada. Ann shares her fascinating journey from South Africa to Canada and talks about her multicultural upbringing, which greatly influenced her spiritual and artistic life. The conversation explores Ann's early experiences in music, her significant role in the play 'The Ecstasy of Rita Jo,' and her collaboration with well-known figures in the arts world. She also reflects on the spiritual experiences and dreams that shaped her life and career. The episode concludes with a teaser for part two, where listeners can look forward to more inspiring insights from Ann's remarkable life.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:14 Ann Mortifee's Background and Achievements
03:41 The Start of Ann's Musical Journey
05:02 Spiritual Awakening and Artistic Expression
06:14 Early Career Breakthroughs
07:38 Meeting Josh White
08:58 The Ecstasy of Rita Jo by George Riga and meeting Chief Dan George
10:21 Cultural Impact and Social Conscience
21:44 Expanding Horizons and Future Projects
24:19 Broadway Dreams and a Tough Decision
28:12 A Life-Changing Phone Call
29:25 Creating a Ballet from the Heart, Royal Winnipeg Ballet
31:46 Shifts in Consciousness and Society
40:09 The Power of Music and Lyrics
43:30 Reflections on Crooked Walking
45:20 A New Chapter in London with The London Philharmonic Orchestra and Abbey Road Studios
47:21 Conclusion and Teaser for Part Two
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