Sleepless in Studio City 4th July Special w/Kathryn Hopkins

DrDebzz Opening Sphiel:  What do you long to be free from? How to break the cycle of the codependency. When you're no longer dependent on another human being for love and approval, realizing your value and worth lies within, you won’t have to tolerate mistreatment. Begin by forgiving yourself, forgiving others, and returning the shame blame and guilt from whence it came.

Caller Barbara from San Diego re: anger over getting ripped off by car dealers, lawyers, and her mother’s caregivers, and yet finding inner peace through it all.

Write in question from Max in Laguna Beach:  I feel like I’m being taken advantage of by my family members.  I do everything for them, am always available, but it’s not reciprocal.

Featured artist: Singer/Songwriter, Kathryn Hopkins from Down Under, performs an original “Alone in Rio,” accompanied by the talented guitarist, Dori Amarilio.  Kathryn expounds on how gobalization has made it easier to connect through social media and technology, but nothing replaces the real heartfelt connection people around the world yearn for.

Catch vocalists Kathryn and Gary Brumburgh LIVE Thursday July 6th at Bar Fedora in Downtown LA presenting BEATLEJAZZ: The Early Years with Lennon/McCartney classic “Yesterday” “Michelle” “Eleanor Rigby” Can’t Buy Me Love” and “Day Tripper” lovingly brought back to life with fresh innovative twists! The Fab Four Band includes marvelous musicians: Karen Hammack, keys; Gabe Davis, bass; Jack LeCompte, drums; and Dori Amarilio, guitar.

Esteem Builder: I’m beginning to embrace the magnificence of the moment, free from past disappointments and future apprehension.

Confidence Booster: I seek the freedom to be all of who I am, and to love myself and others without reserve.

Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom): "Freedom is the right to choose; the right to create for yourself the alternatives of choice. Without the exercise of choice, a man/woman is not a man/woman but a member, an instrument, a thing.” - Archibald Macleish

Sleepless in Studio City Amsterdam Connection

Opening Shpiel: Are you a people pleaser willing to sacrifice your truth for fear of rejection? Do you keep real feelings bottled up inside until you're ready to explode? Practice kindness and generosity of spirit by sharing secret sensitivities (the sixth language of love). Encourage authenticity from those you care about through active listening. 

Amsterdam Connection performs the title track from their recently released CD, "Isn't She Lovely," a Tribute to Stevie Wonder, with Naomi Adriaansz on Tenor Sax; Tim Welvaars on Jazz Harmonica; & Gordon Campbell on drums, bass, & keys. Naomi & Tim offer advice for aspiring artists and share what they think if the key to keeping and finding love.

Guest Caller Doug from North Hollywood:  The wife of a married couple was coming on to me at a party tonight while her husband was standing right by.  Does that mean they have an open marriage?  What’s the difference between an open marriage and swingers?

Write in question from Barbara in West Hills: No one ever comes up to me or talks to me at parties, dances, gatherings, so I never meet anyone.  Any advice?

Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom): “I exist as I am, That is enough. If no other in the world be aware, I sit content. And if each and all be aware, I sit content.” - Walt Whitman

Sleepless in Studio City: Laughter is the Best Medicine w/Julia Newsome

DrDebzz Opening Shpiel: Laughter is the Best Medicine! Laughter is a natural relaxant with healing properties, such as: reducing stress, boosting immunity, increasing resilience, combatting depression, promoting connection, and creating a sense of well being. Start laughing today!

Closing Shpiel: Music is the also the Best Medicine improving the immune system, reducing anxiety, promoting relaxation.

Superb Talent, Julie Newsome, sings Percy Mayfield’s “Please Send Me Someone to Love” accompanied by a full orchestra. Julie offers advice for aspiring artists and reveals what she believes is the key to finding and keeping love.

Guest Caller David: I’m so angry with my cousins regarding a legal matter that I can’t sleep and end up on the couch at 2:00 in the morning. I miss waking up in the arms of my amazing wife who is also my best friend and the most honest, reliable woman I’ve ever known.

Write in question from Sheila of Brentwood: I just lost my husband of decades and am really sad and lonely. Any advice?

Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom): “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” - Indian guru Meher Baba

Sleepless in Studio City Father's Day Special Barry Mosley Trio

DrDebzz Opening Shpiel: To the masculine side in all of us…Sensitivity shows strength and guts; Vulnerability is sexy and alluring; Crying takes courage and chutzpah. Even former NFL star Rosey Grier said, "It's All Right To Cry." Teach your sons how to treat the women in their lives by being an example. T.H.I.N.K. before you speak. Is what you’re about to say: T-houghtful; H-helpful; I-ntelligent; N-Necessary; and K-ind?

Caller Barry: I’m concerned about the situation in the world today and how I can best prepare my children for the turmoil the lack of passion and concern.  I’d like to leave them with the belief that everything is possible with hard work.

Featuring the talented jazz maestros: Barry Mosley on valve trombone; Stephan Oberhoff on piano; and Cliff Hugo on upright bass performing a unique version of “The Shadow of Your Smile,” from Mosley’s CD JAZZ TIME. Barry reveals what Father's Day means to him.  

Write in question from Sam in Palmdale:  I have a problem staying faithful in my relationship eventhough I love my girlfriend. Help!! 

Weekly WOW (words of wisdom): "Try to do one thing every day closer to your dream." - Marlo Thomas

Sleepless in Studio City Kiki Ebsen "The Beauty Inside"

Singer/songwriter Kiki Ebsen reveals how she healed the damage from growing up in a narcissistic family, through her art and creativity.  She shares how she's forgiven her parents and has come to love them more than ever. Kiki performs the original tune, "The Beauty Inside," the title track from her hit CD.

DrDebzz Opening Shpiel: Letting go of having to win and be right at all costs. The path to finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow lies within.

Guest Caller Wendy from Brentwood: I feel unloved by my family (especially my sister) and am dreading spending Father's Day with them. DrDebzz discusses the concept of "not taking your bucket to an empty well.”

Weekly WOW (Words of Wisdom):

From the Healing Drum by Blackwolf Jones

Look up to Grandfather Sun

Grandmother Moon

Cousin and all the Star People.

They sing and dance the song of the Universe.

They speak to your heart.

Sky Drum resonates throughout the Universe.

Sky Drum’s vibrations make the stars flicker.

Grandmother Moon casts her shadow down on the 

great waters, making the tides flow.

Dance to Sky Drum.

Celebrate with the Night Singers.

Join Brother Wolf and Sister Whippoorwill

as they provide a chorus from here below.

As you look up with appreciation, Sky family looks down

as Grandparents watching their grandchildren frolic.

The old need the young and the young need the old.

Sky needs you as you need Sky.  -  Mitakuye-Oyasin