Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! Kate's Takes are here for the Season 2 Finale! Hear Kate give her own takes on a range of subjects that are all food/drink themed (which is definitely a favourite theme of the show!) Kate also gives The Songwriting Prize 2024 Grand Final wrap up🕺 Make sure to keep up to date with the podcast on Tik Tok and/or Instagram, and we'll see you next year for Season 3! If any part of the...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podcast features music video producer, manager, and Dreamscape Creative Agency owner; Chrissy McHugh! In this episode, topics discussed include: What's happening now The origins of Dreamscape Creative Agency The best things about working in production Favourite projects to work on The BIG question Reasons for being a Listen Up Music Ambassador Being a...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podcast features pop/dance artist, LAU! In this episode, topics discussed include: Intro and new music Authenticity and finding yourself Biggest learning experience from The Voice Different writing processesand working with interesting people Do gingers have more fun? Dogs and proetcting your mental health Using music as an escape Tough times at...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features jazz and neo-soul independent artist, Yasmina Sadiki! In this episode, topics discussed include: Intro and the BIG question Biggest influence in music The songwriting process Freestyling and improvisation New music and band love ❤️ Sharing tough times through song Things to do to look after your mental health The importance of nurturing...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features dark pop artist, Tina Rez! In this episode, topics discussed include: Intro and The BIG Question New Music and the writing process Favourite songs to perform Visualizers vs. Music Videos The investment needed as an independent artist Finding yourself as an artist Inspired by your younger self Being a female in the music industry The bond...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Jordan Leonard! In this episode, topics discussed include: Getting into music The BIG question Giving artists the vision that they want The production process Career highlights Challenges of being in the music industry Imposter syndrome The importance of friendships in the industry Being a part of a...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! "It's been a week everyone, it's been a week." Kate's not wrong, and you can hear all about it and why this episode is not part of our regular programming! Kate also gives her new music favourites :) Make sure to keep up to date with the Pick-Me-Up podcast on Instagram and/or Tik Tok. If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! Kate's Takes are back! Hear Kate, and Ali this week, give their own take on a wide range of subjects including afternoon naps, hilarious thoughts on nectarines (and many other fruits!), a very in-depth look at lettuce/san choy bao, putting your chair back during a flight, things to do when you're stuck in traffic, brushing your teeth pre, during or post-shower, breakfast food for...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features a plot twist, with a previous guest returning. In a Pick-Me-Up Podcast first, this is also the first in a two-part episode. In this part, topics discussed include: the BIG question a guide to safe language Also, one of our favourite games takes a unique twist, and the other will be played in Part 2 🕺 Make sure to keep up to date with the...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features producer, and singer-songwriter, Jess Macc! In this episode, topics discussed include: new music the BIG question the stress of being a creative the album writing process laughing more than you work the importance of finding the right people the LOVE for 'Nashville' looking after your mental health music as a vessel for joy PTSD and the...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features producer, and singer-songwriter, Dominik Dale/June Baby! In this episode, topics discussed include: new music and streaming success the writing process Google lights and living in the future The BIG question The benefits of therapy Career tips and tricks Our favourite games are also played, with Top 3's and Scenarios 🕺 Make sure to keep...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features indie singer-songwriter, and producer, NEDR! In this episode, topics discussed include: the big question the importance of community and support networks open conversations, especially in the car! new music coming social media as a necessity for "making it" what the music industry is like to be in songwriting inspirations what you should...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! Kate's Takes are back! Hear Kate give her own takes on a massive range of subjects including chocolate paddle pops, puzzles, communication wins and fails, olympic sports to try, embracing washing from the knees down. Kate also gives a small life, and Songwriting Prize, update, as well as her Song of the Week🕺 Make sure to keep up to date with the podcast on Tik Tok and/or...

** This episode touches on some tough topics so if any part of this episode brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 ** Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features Sydney-based alt-pop artist, YAGKI! In this episode, topics discussed include: the big...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! This week's episode of the podast features acclaimed guitarist, musician and producer, Dan Maher! In this episode, topics discussed include: how he got into music and how he ended up as a guitarist the hardest part of working in live television managing egos memorable moments the ups and downs of travel current, and up-and-coming, projects the big question the honesty of telling...

Welcome back to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica with me, Kate Gandy! We're excited to be back for Season 2 and have all sorts of wonderful things in store. In this season you'll hear from new guests, get Kate's Takes on more topics, and Scenarios and Top 3's will be back! Episode 1, featuring the very humble Dan Maher, will drop on Wednesday 17th July, and you can now keep up to date with the podcast on Tik Tok @pickmeuppodcast and/or on Instagram...

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features none other than Kate's sister, and singer-songwriter, Nicole Gandy! Hear Kate and Nicole give their take on a massive range of subjects from telescopes to scuba diving, the cinnamon challenge to margaritas (the drink and the pizza), bowling to dogs off lead, indoor plant maintenance to pantomimes, Lime bikes to Bridgerton, shopping to eggplant dumplings and Scooby Doo!

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features a surprise guest! In this episode, topics discussed include: The Songwriting Prize 2024 update the big question who are you? finding your people and storytelling Almost, Maine the importance of mental health and experiences the evolution of the podcast Our favourite games are played, with Top 3 Vibes and a ridiculous round of Scenarios. If any part of the podcast brings up tough...

This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the second of Kate's Takes! Hear Kate give her take on a range of subjects from pineapple on pizza, to getting on the Croc train (or maybe not!). Kate also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024 now that entries have closed.

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Newcastle-based pop, rock, genre non-conformist songwriter, Chloe Gill. Kate and Chloe discuss: winning The Songwriting Prize 2023 and recording at Studios 301 the tough year of 2022 her new single and it's unlikely origins struggling to put yourself first lyrics or music first her journey with anxiety and endometriosis the family of Listen Up Music Chloe also ponders her Top 3...

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Sydney-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and The Songwriting Prize alumni, Ash Morse. Kate and Ash discuss: the big question his upcoming album 'Family Ties' dealing with love and loss the songwriting process music's magic in opening emotional doors those 3 minute speeches at school deep emotional change Ash also ponders his Top 3 things that calm him and plays our favourite...

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features 5-piece Alt-Rock band, Day Release. Kate, Max, Isaak, Louis and Jimmy discuss: the Day Release vibe disagreements on how songs come together the adventure of recording their EP the big question and managing mental health with the added pressure of social media accessibility of mental health services upcoming music and gigs They also ponder their collective Top 3 Disney Princesses, and...

This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the first of Kate's Takes! Kate gives her take on: her favourite place for a solo date the importance of creative arts in society an insecurity that she'd like to overcome the cookie croissant She also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024, and reveals the next four guests coming on the show! If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on...

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Soul/Pop/Disco songwriter, and producer, ATHANASIA. Kate and ATHANASIA discuss: juggling a variety of jobs to stay creative working with renowned producer, Audius the opportunities through JBL 'Be Heard' writers block their mutual love of good food They also ponder their three favourite birthday presents, and play our favourite game; Scenarios. If any part of the podcast brings up...