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It’s been quite a month of highs and lows. I had to take a moment in this intro to honor beloved, Dr. Dilip Kumar Bhowmik, who left this earthly realm this month. A great loss for so many and a brilliant light of influence that will be carried on by all who knew him. A couple of weeks before that I had the pleasure of catching up with Knoxville pal, Johnny Sughrue. I’m so happy that he is now based in Atlanta and I get to see his handsome face at many a show. He’s always a good one to share a laugh, a beer, and memories with. Johnny shares how his band, The Judybats, name came about, what he does to stay balanced and in shape, and something I didn’t know about his dance skills. I’m always delighted to learn something new about an old friend. Enjoy this episode and thanks for sticking with Zen Noodle Pie. Stay well!

Hello folks. I needed to check the acoustics in various areas of our home today and took the opportunity to record an episode about what’s been on my mind. I hope my ramblings help someone out there; even if just to forget your troubles for a bit. Thanks for listening! xo, kmd

Lyricist and Vocalist for Love Letter and one of the hosts of “Coldlanta” podcast, Carrie Hodge, drops by for a candid conversation!

Author of “The Game-Changer’s Guide to Radical Success” and friends with host KMD since college, Tevis Rose Trower drops in for a remote visit from Woodstock, NY on Superbowl Sunday.

After a nearly 2 year pandemic and home renovation hiatus, ZNP returns with recurring New Year’s guest, Kim Murrey.

Your hostess, KMD, just checking in before we get rolling with more guests 2020! Had a challenging day yesterday and really had to breathe through it. I share that and more - the brain (and mouth) just rambling away. Enjoy if you dare! and thank you for coming back for more Zen Noodle Pie.

New Year’s Day episode with Return guest, Kim Murrey.

Coathangers drummer/vocalist and Vocalist of fresh group, NRCSSST, Stephanie Luke, drops in for a visit before Coathangers NYE2020 double-header in Atlanta.

Come see us LIVE Dec 20 at the Star Bar, Atlanta, GA!

Without further ado, I present you the traditional ZNP Thanksgiving feel-good visit with Mr. John Speaks! Safe Travels everyone and Thank You for listening to Zen Noodle Pie.

Listen to the end for a rare stream of KMD’s cover of “Pearl” by Tommy Roe, recorded exclusively for Cabbagetown Chronicles.

There’s a fresh face on the scene and she’s quickly becoming a local favorite! Tyler-Simone Molton stops by for her first ever solo interview to chat about the whirlwind beginnings and continuing momentum of her band, Lesibu Grand. We talk how the band got started, what her musical influences are, our shared obsession with teeth and pink hair! Tyler has had her share of anxiety and we touch a bit on that but then dive right back into our girl hang. We share faux-mimosas and could’ve spent all afternoon kicking back and listening to tunes. Look out world, this lady’s going way beyond local! Enjoy this visit with Tyler-Simone.

Songwriter and front man for recently reunited Atlanta trio, Young Antiques, drops in for a chat with KMD. This is a great example of how you can run in the same circles for years with a person and never have had a full on conversation! We trace Blake’s musical evolution (as a lover and a writer) from the evangelical gospel of his childhood through Top40 radio, and the discovery of Ramones, Dinosaur Jr and Replacements that made him wanna grab a guitar and see what might happen! Blake shares his experiences with anxiety and how he manages to get past it today. Please enjoy this getting-to-know-you with Blake Rainey.

We kick off another Season of Zen Noodle Pie by hanging out with Opera trained vocalist and stylish sneaker enthusiast, Leif Westermark! Leif is lyricist and lead singer of new Atlanta band, Rosser. (See them LIVE Fri 13th of Sept opening for KMD at Atlanta’s own EARL.) we converse about many things from charms of the Finland wilderness, terrors of the Australian outback and the wild range of pets Leif has had thus far. He’s had his share of struggles and panic and these days is able to find a balance between healthy lifestyle, catching thrills now and then (skydiving), and the right meds! I thoroughly enjoyed our chat and hope you do too.

First Pod of 2019! Solo Check in. #SurvivingRKelly #InfinityMirrors etc

Happy Holidays #ZNPPodcast listeners! My gift to myself is also a gift to you- this wonderful rich visit with dear friend, artist, jewelry maker, and so much more, Lisa Marie Welch. She is a wealth of knowledge on so many topics that light up my brain- just an inspiring joy to be around. You know when someone is both calming and invigorating at the same time? that is my LM. Love her to pieces and so happy she could lounge and hang with me right before Christmas. I was pleased to find out she has lent her voice to a track on the new Flying Mystics LP -human vocals integrated and fully bathed in healing tones and music! She gifted me a CD and I can’t wait to hear it. Enjoy this chat on your travels or while cooking and we’ll see you in 2019!

It’s Round 3 In what has become a Zen Noodle Pie tradition, a pre-turkey gab fest with good friend, musician and lover of sports, Mr. John Speaks! For the third time we convene on the tail end of an election and right in the midst of NFL season frustration and we let it out. We also talk about the Young Antiques new album coming soon! Once again we could have talked for hours so this episode will get you through nearly 1.5 hrs of your journey. Hang with us and travel safe. Zen Noodle Pie is so thankful for listeners and guests and newly emerging traditions that help me keep my anxiety in check. Much thanks!

Baker, singer, author, entrepreneur, and bringer of positive energy, Orran Booher, stops by ZNP studio bearing a slice of no-bake pumpkin spice cheesecake- now available at his hot new establishment, Bakerdude! Orran IS Bakerdude and I was pleased as punch to get to know him better. Enjoy our visit and check out the new location at the Beacon in Grant Park! -Or order delivery and perhaps Orran himself will show up at your doorstep. This guy really does it all and with so much on his plate, he relays the importance of taking time to be still, hand on the heart, breathing, and allowing solutions to show themselves for whatever may arise.xo

The Rock*A*Teens drummer and bar manager for new Grant Park Atlanta hang, Buteco, T Ballard Lesemann (the third) stops by Zen Noodle Pie studio to chat about his drumming history, RATs new album, and the challenges and bonuses of opening and running a happening joint. We reminisce on touring with bands in the 90s, Halloween costumes, and things you see as a kid that can still creep you out as an adult. And that name I couldn’t bring to mind in the intro? Don Shanks! Enjoy my visit with TBL III !

ZNP meets up with Jennifer Leavey of iconic Atlanta band, Catfight!, to hear about her new amusingly named projects - Leucine Zipper and the Zinc Fingers and the Wussy Pillows. A biology professor at Georgia Tech and lover of science, Jennifer found a way to put science and rock music in a beaker and create something entirely fresh and entertaining. Our visit takes a nice meander around Atlanta local music memories, seeing through today’s often dark social climate, and solo bike-riding as a great stress reliever and clear-your-header. Enjoy this super comfy candid visit!