In this special episode, Renee Audrey and Dr. Kate Richmond Ph.D. associate professor of psychology and director of women and gender studies at Muhlenberg College, get into the ~nitty gritty~ about "Cyber Sex" by Doja Cat. This sex-positive and tech-savvy song brings not only concepts about self-pleasure and sexuality in the digital age of today but also detrimental concepts such as "the male gaze" that haunt our society, especially girls and women. Being the author of her own textbook, Psychology of Women, Dr. Richmond brings an educative, fun, and enlightening perspective to the episode. Please note the trigger warning for sensitive topics such as sex, self-pleasure, porn, racism, and trauma.
FURTHER READING: Lehmiller, J. J. (2017). The psychology of human sexuality. John Wiley & Sons.
Yadav, R. (2018). Freud and penis envy-a failure of courage?. Psychologist, 31, 92-94.
Haas, B. (n.d.). Sexual Response Cycle—Masters And Johnson Studies—Hook AP Psychology
4B. Retrieved May 2, 2021, from https://sites.google.com/site/hookappsychology4a/sexual-psychology/1-sexual-response-cycle
LINK TO PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN: https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393667134
LINKS TO DR. RICHMOND'S AWARDS: https://www.muhlenberg.edu/news/2020/providingmentorshipandinspirationtoallwomen.html
"CYBER SEX" LINK: https://youtu.be/ZJnRr_b1jYk
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
In this special guest episode, Renee Audrey invites Hayden Greyson and Sal Roberts from Sol Haven to talk about their song, “Sittin by the Side of Life” from their new EP, Twilight Mind Ride. Getting into the ~nitty gritty~ about the music and lyrics of their song, together, they speak about the importance of rawness and vulnerability in the songwriting process. Sol Haven’s “Sittin by The Side of Life” encourages us to learn to love and accept our failures and hardships, while also embracing the resilience and growth to come. This episode is quite special to Renee Audrey, as Hayden Greyson has been her mentor and teacher of 12 years, and was one of the inspirations for the creation of this podcast.
SOL HAVEN INFO: Music = https://link.tospotify.com/a/key_live_pfaVQo61xda7Zq1zC1ca3igayxarnljw?product=open&%24full_url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Falbum%2F3sqX2NO0hAOCZE3fxs3WiT%3Fsi%3DnGim55N-R2eeKGYVYgSanw&%24fallback_url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Falbum%2F3sqX2NO0hAOCZE3fxs3WiT%3Fsi%3DnGim55N-R2eeKGYVYgSanw%26nd%3D1&feature=organic
Instagram = @solhavenband
91.7 FM WMUH Livestream Link: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/
Between the Lyrics Info = instagrams = @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
OTHER WAYS TO LISTNEN = https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
On this special guest episode, Mike Lorenz and Jacqui Armbruster of The Witherbees join Renee Audrey in the analysis and discussion of the story behind their new song, "Mo(u)rning," from their upcoming album "Love Letter" that will be released June 4th, 2021. Mike and Jacqui tell the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics fam about the story between the lyrics and the music that inspired this song that thematically weaves our personal relationships to nature. In its paradoxical essence, "Mo(u)rning," provides you with stunning musical instrumentals and lyrics while also taking you back to those meaningful past relationships that are resting in peace. At the end of the interview, have a listen to their song. On February 18th, you can hear the replay of this podcast along with "Mo(u)rning" on 91.7 FM WMUH Allentown at 4pm ET (link to Livestream below).
THE WITHERBEES: Instagram: @mikelorenzmusic @thewitherbees
Facebook: facebook.com/mikelorenzmusic
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3VbiSTm9tNIDyHfbWFOVtD?si=wn47aqOGSfSojOlglptDYQ
Bandcamp: mikelorenz.bandcamp.com/album/mike-lorenz-the-witherbees
FINE-TUNED: BETWEEN THE LYRICS: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey - Instagram = @btn.the.lyrics, @renee.aud
91.7 FM LIVESTREAM LINK: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/
Former college football player, Yng Uche, joins Renee Audrey as they get into the ~nitty gritty~ about his song, "Yoko Ono:" a track all about embracing the past and learning from our previous relationships. In this episode, Yng Uche sheds light on the importance of vulnerability not only in the studio but also in relationships, as he hopes to break the stigma around emotional expression and masculinity one song at a time. While working a full-time job, writing, singing, producing, and engineering his own music, Yng Uche graciously provides the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics listeners with a play-by-play of advice all the way from the equipment to learning the ins-and-outs of the industry as an upcoming artist. Tune into the instant replay of this podcast episode and on 91.7 FM WMUH Allentown on February 4th at 4:00 pm ET, where his song, "Yoko Ono" will be broadcasted live on the airwaves.
YNG UCHE INFO: Instagram/twittter: @yng_uche
YNG UCHE MUSIC: https://linktr.ee/ynguche
91.7 FM WMUH ALLENTOWN: https://wmuh.org/listen-live/
FINE-TUNED: BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey Instagram: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics
Renee Audrey invites dynamic duo, Nicky J and Mike Sang, onto the podcast to discuss their single, "Deep End." This song screams positivity and freedom from the sunroof of your car and is a must add to your playlist. "Nights out on the town" and the perfect pre-game vibe, are all we fantasize about during the times of Corona, but, rest assured, this song transports you to those moments we all crave. The voice, Nicky J, and the producer/sound-engineer, Mike Sang, get into the ~nitty gritty~ with Renee Audrey about the single that sprung them forward in perfect momentum to their recent release of their new EP, "Save it For Sunday."
LINK TO ALL NICKY J MUSIC: https://linktr.ee/nickyjmusic
NICKY J & MIKE SANG INSTAGRAMS: @__nickyj__ @msangimino
BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
BETWEEN THE LYRICS INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Renee Audrey and nutrition therapist Jennifer Brown MS, RD discuss eating disorders, diet culture, body dysmorphia, and social media in this episode while getting into the ~nitty gritty~ about the song, "Scars to Your Beautiful" by Alessia Cara. Through the lens of education, Jennifer Brown explains how she sees social media play a role in the lives of her patients in their recovery journeys. Together, Renee and Jennifer break down how social media influences the minds, profiles, and eating habits of technology users. This episode may be triggering to anyone sensitive to these topics, please feel free to check out the resources below, and please know, you are not alone.
JENNIFER BROWN MS, RD INFO: Instagram: @jenniferbrown_ms_rdn
"Scars to Your Beautiful" SONG LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWASeaYuHZo
"The Age of Instagram Face" by Jia Tolentino https://www.newyorker.com/culture/decade-in-review/the-age-of-instagram-face?source=search_google_dsa_paid&gclid=Cj0KCQiAifz-BRDjARIsAEElyGLPndFUABuY8ROYxZMWv_92FSEFWARguvWqWhmxkRCsBAVRPSV36xgaAqvnEALw_wcB
"Why An Internet That Never Forgets is Especially Bad for Young People" by Kate Eichhorn https://www.technologyreview.com/2019/12/27/131123/internet-that-never-forgets-bad-for-young-people-online-permanence/
Websites to check out:
nationaleatingdisorders.org
Berealusa.org
rockrecoveryed.org
"Mirror Mirror" by Renee Audrey (video on Instagram @renee.aud) https://www.instagram.com/tv/CH-76yJFk1y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey Instagram: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Renee Audrey interviews one of her good friends from Muhlenberg College, Matan Mann from The Manns, about his music career, while spotlighting his new song "Take Me Back." Renee and Matan get into the ~nitty gritty~ not only about this anthem of a song during the times of the Coronavirus but they also discuss the supernatural phenomena of songwriting. "Take Me Back" and the entire "The Great Indoors" album makes you feel safe at home during these uncertain times, and we got The Manns to thank for this.
MATAN MANN'S INFO: Instagram: @matanmann @matanmannmusic, Tik Tok: @themadins
THE GREAT INDOORS: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/themanns/the-great-indoors-2
BETWEEN THE LYRICS INFO: Instagram: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics other ways to listen: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
The song that has taken Snapchat, Instagram, and Tik Tok by storm, "WAP" by Cardi B and Megan The Stallion, has many teenagers and young adults blasting the song from the rooftops and many parents and grandparents clenching their pearls and pocket-books in fear. In this special episode, Renee Audrey (she/her) and Jules Purnell (they/them), Associate Director of Prevention Education at Muhlenberg College, get into the ~nitty gritty~ about this controversial, sex-positive anthem. As this song has been both criticized and embraced, Renee and Jules speak about the positive societal implications of this song while providing some fun PSAs regarding sexual health and COVID-19 safety. Let's get comfy with the uncomfy ;)
GUEST INSTAGRAMS: @preventionedu @voicesofstrength_muhlenberg
"WAP" LINK: https://youtu.be/hsm4poTWjMs
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
INSTAGRAMS: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Hometown friends Kate and Anya Parker-Lentz of The Parkers join Renee Audrey on this special guest episode. The Parkers are an up-and-coming band with introspective and catchy songs that are a must-add to your playlist. In this episode, Renee speaks with The Parkers about their song "AI Mind," and they together get into the ~nitty gritty~ about the devices that consume and dictate our every moment. On a nice drive to the beach, you can enjoy the lively and fun sound of "AI Mind," but you can also pull over and take in the lyrics that detail our dependence on technology and the media that will keep you informed and that will cuddle you to sleep after a long day of social media posting, email checking, and text messaging. Stay tuned for the end of the episode where The Parkers give the Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics listeners a special surprise.
INSTAGRAM: @renee.aud @btn.the.lyrics
THE PARKERS INSTAGRAM: @theparkersnyc
THE PARKERS ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7DgotDDkrGD4v9U97bJguX?si=N8mPpi02RgqyztWzlIj3qg
AI MIND: https://open.spotify.com/track/3ttxbaHGasIWD2Jj3ukF0c
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
In today's times of mask-wearing, social distancing, and Zoom classes, all we crave is familiarity. From the security of our morning routines to the emotional safety nets of our past relationships, Renee Audrey uses "Circles" by Post Malone to break down why we seek this security. The quarantine gives us the chance to sit with ourselves for a moment, and Renee Audrey encourages you to ask yourself "what is it like to be me here?"
SONG: https://youtu.be/wXhTHyIgQ_U
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
INSTAGRAM: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
Renee Audrey interviews a recent college graduate, Ryan Stewart from Ryan Stewart Music, about his journey in EDM remixing. Getting into the ~nitty gritty~ about his remix of "I Won't Let You Fall" by Whipped Cream, this re-vamped song takes the gym or the car ride home to a whole other level. Renee Audrey picks Ryan's brain about the process of EDM remixing while he tells his story that took him from the ice rink to the soundboard.
LINK TO "I Won't Let You Fall" by Whipped Cream Ryan Stewart Remix: https://audius.co/ryanstewart/whipped-cream-i-wont-let-you-fall-ryan-stewart-remix-82901
RYAN'S REMIXES: https://linktr.ee/ryanstewartmusic
RYAN'S INSTAGRAM: @ryanstewart_music
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
INSTAGRAM: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
The icon that once brought us "Nobody's Perfect," is now giving us the anthem of self-love, self-discovery, and shattering societal expectations. "Midnight Sky" by Miley Cyrus gives us a pop-80s disco song that could easily be covered by Stevie Nicks, and Renee Audrey gets into the ~nitty gritty~ of the lyrics that make this song the hit of the summer. With a little help from Father Cooper of the Call Her Daddy podcast, Renee touches upon key points from the interview Alexandra Cooper had with Miley Cyrus to help support her analysis of the music and lyrics. If the quarantine blues got you down, this song will pick you up and take you on a drive through the midnight sky.
SONG: https://youtu.be/aS1no1myeTM
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
Renee Audrey's newest song recommendation, "Younger" by Ruel, gives you the chilled vibe any claustrophobic, Friday-night needs. This song also tells a story that may feel all too familiar for some of the Gen Zs and Millenials that are now, due to the Coronavirus, stuck in their homes where all their childhood and teenage memories reside. Renee gets into the ~nitty gritty~ of this heart-felt yet vibey song while taking you back to the iconic moments of that first high school love.
SONG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r90FuOuqE60
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
GUEST APPEARANCE: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5e6wWGcRtwDBBcTr2GjFDp?si=ovaHk8xKT5Sqh6P13fl5Yg
Changing things up a bit, Renee Audrey interviews Brandon Mesén from Mesén Around Music. Brandon is an up-and-coming artist soon to make an appearance on your playlist. In this episode, Renee and Brandon get into the ~nitty gritty~ about his new, unreleased song, "Star Killer" and talk about the importance of never forgetting one's worth and shine in today's superficial world. Brandon's song and his music in general speak to the idea that music and some love can make all the difference!
INSTAGRAM: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
BRANDON'S INFO:
Instagram: @mesen_around
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ftJ5JwuuAkvsf8rEduOhr?si=RUqOgOcVTo6HbYffrDJN4Q
Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mes%C3%A9n-around/1271906762
From Isis to ADHD, this episode gets into the underlying messages and meanings that Joyner Lucas and Logic give us in this song. After settling the feuds and the shade is now no longer being thrown, these artists came to a truce and wrote this A1 song that shakes your world and puts you in that apocalyptic vibe that is all too real at the moment. As these artists set an example, how can we stop throwing shade, start settling the feuds, and come to a truce in today's world? Every line is jam-packed with meaning, and Renee Audrey breaks it all down.
INSTAGRAM: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
CHECK OUT: @bergstudentaction
Renee Audrey analyzes the music and the lyrics of "You Know It" by Colony House to display the simple and wholesome love that we all know and crave. The killer, authentic-sounding guitar takes you back in time to the life that Generation-Z and Millennials hear about from their parents and grandparents—a life where technology did not infiltrate the dating, hook-up, and relationship scene. In this episode, you'll hear THE best love story, the reasons why bagels are the ultimate chick-magnet, and a new perspective to long-distance relationships.
INSTAGRAM: btn.the.lyrics and renee.aud
SONG: https://youtu.be/DkfBxIH0g0k
OTHER WAYS TO LISTEN: https://campsite.bio/reneeaudrey
The songs we can't get out of our heads, the bands we fall in love with, that rush when we hit the beat drop, guitar solo, whatever it may be— that is the main focus of this podcast. At its base, Fine-Tuned: Between the Lyrics is a song recommendation podcast that gets into the nitty-gritty of why our favorite songs hit us the way they do. I, Renee Audrey, the host, get into the analysis of the music and the lyrics of our most-listened-to or most-underrated songs on the soundtrack of our lives, so we can learn more about who we are within ourselves and the culture we surround ourselves with. Thanks for listening to this mini-episode, and I hope you'll return for the episodes to come.
Instagram: @btn.the.lyrics @renee.aud