✨ A little preview of what’s coming…

Before The Promise I Broke… there were smaller promises.
Quiet promises.
The kind a young girl makes while trying to understand the world around her.

🎙️ Episode 3 of The Music of a Life Well-Played is coming soon — a deeply personal story about identity, peer pressure, music, growing up in South Central Los Angeles, and the moments that quietly shape who we become.

Watch the teaser here, then follow and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Buzzsprout, and more.
🎧 Podcast: https://themusicofalifewellplayed.buzzsprout.com

If you love thoughtful storytelling, emotional reflection, music culture, personal growth, and cinematic podcast experiences… this journey is for you.

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida

Historias con alma sobre música, creatividad y las decisiones de la vida.

¡Por fin está aquí el nuevo episodio! Este es el Episodio 2.

Un viaje en tres partes — una historia que se extiende a través del tiempo y los continentes, llena de giros inesperados, encuentros poderosos y momentos decisivos.

¿Qué ocurre cuando la preparación se encuentra con la oportunidad?
¿Y qué haces cuando por fin llega ese momento por el que has estado trabajando?

En este episodio, el camino se vuelve más claro… y lo que está en juego es aún mayor.

Es un viaje intenso y hermoso… y estás justo en medio de él.

Si esta historia resuena contigo, puedes darle a “me gusta”, compartir y suscribirte para seguir el recorrido.

Parte de la música incluida en este vídeo ha sido proporcionada por Movavi.
Some music featured in this video is provided by Movavi.
🎙️ Sobre el pódcast

La música de una vida bien vivida es un pódcast íntimo y narrativo de la música Oneida James.

A través de historias personales y reflexiones honestas, el pódcast explora una vida moldeada por la música, la creatividad, el amor, el sacrificio y el crecimiento.

Cada episodio abre un espacio para reflexionar sobre las decisiones que tomamos, los caminos que seguimos y lo que realmente significa vivir de forma plena y auténtica.

¿Hay algún momento, decisión o sensación que se haya quedado contigo después de escuchar?
Te invito a unirte a la conversación. Si lo deseas, puedes compartir tus pensamientos en los comentarios o en la plataforma donde escuches el pódcast.
También eres bienvenido/a a simplemente escuchar y reflexionar a tu propio ritmo.

Los nuevos episodios de La música de una vida bien vivida se publican [mensualmente, por el momento].

Gracias por estar aquí.
— Oneida

🔗 Mantente conectada/o

Si este episodio ha resonado contigo, puedes darle a “me gusta”, comentar o compartir.

Más sobre el pódcast y mi trabajo:
https://www.oneidajames.com

Instagram: @nedacjr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneidaJamesGroove

Se publican nuevos episodios regularmente — siempre puedes volver… o simplemente quedarte con lo que has escuchado.

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

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— Oneida

The best decisions don’t always feel safe, they feel true. After a midnight concert in a small Spanish mountain town, we find ourselves wide awake at 3:34 a.m., full of gratitude and questions about the price of a creative life. That one night becomes the doorway into a story about passion, timing, and the moments that prove why music is worth the risk.

We take you back to Los Angeles where the “smart” path looks perfect on paper: a thriving corporate role at Kaiser Permanente with a promotion, strong benefits, and the kind of security your family begs you to protect. But the day job grows toxic, the music life keeps pulling harder, and the real question forms: do you stay for stability or leave with intention? We walk through the practical side of making a big career change, including building a nest egg, lining up temp agency work, setting a resignation deadline, and using jam sessions and community to grow a reputation in the LA music scene.

Then the plan starts paying dividends. A teaching job at a major Hollywood music school keeps the income steady and the craft sharp. A club audition leads to consistent work. A major pop star tour begins assembling a band, and suddenly preparation matters more than hype. We talk audition mindset, doing your homework until the songs live in your body, and how to spot fake gatekeepers who promise “we’ll get back to you” while the real opportunities move quietly in the background.

If you like stories about musician life, career decisions, touring auditions, and building creative freedom without pretending it’s easy, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s standing at a crossroads, and leave a review. What’s one decision you’re still proud you made?

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

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— Oneida

Soulful stories on music, creativity and life choices.

Finally, the new episode is here!  This is a three-part story that moves through time and across continents — a journey shaped by unexpected turns, layered history, and moments that quietly change everything.

0:00 Opening. Picture this, the descriptive story begins... In Spain, but wait...
07:13 We travel back in time to another continent to begin this amazing story. 
12:21 An adventure begins. We meet Frick and Frack, ha ha haaa.
22:03 Uhm... We'll get back to you?!!!... the scam arrives at the gate...
22:41 When you stand out in a crowd, and you get the job DONE!!!

Here, decisions are not just made… they unfold.

Each moment reveals something deeper — about instinct, preparation, and the unseen forces that guide us when we choose to move forward.

It’s a wild, beautiful ride — and I’m grateful to share it with you.

Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for being part of this growing community.

Some of the music in this episode is provided by Movavi.

Is there a moment, decision, or feeling that stayed with you after listening? Join the Conversation If you’d like to respond, you’re welcome to share your thoughts in the comments or wherever you listen. You’re also welcome to simply listen and reflect in your own time. New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released [monthly, for the moment]. Thank you for being here. — Oneida. Stay connected. If this episode resonated with you, you’re welcome to like, comment, or share. More about the podcast and my work: https://www.oneidajames.com Instagram: @nedacjr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneidaJamesGroove New episodes are released regularly — you’re always welcome to return, or simply sit with what you heard.

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— Oneida

Hi everyone!
A new episode of *The Music of a Life-Well-Played* is coming soon! Watch the teaser here.
This story travels through time and across continents — a journey of unexpected turns, rich history, and powerful moments. It’s a wild, beautiful ride, and I can’t wait to take you along with me.
Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of this growing community.
*(Some of the music in this video is  Movavi.)*

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This is a sneak preview of 'R' and the Ring, the first episode of 
Music of a Life Well-Played new Podcast from Oneida James... coming very soon!!!  The Music of a Well-Played Life is an intimate, story-driven podcast where musician Oneida James reflects on a life shaped by music, age, sacrifice, love, and becoming. Through personal stories and honest conversations, it explores what it really means to live fully, age boldly, and listen to the deeper rhythms guiding our lives.

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida

**The Music of a Well-Played Life** es un pódcast íntimo y narrativo de la música y artista **Oneida James**.
A través de historias personales y reflexiones profundas, el pódcast abre un espacio tranquilo para escuchar… una vida marcada por la música, la edad, el amor, el sacrificio y el devenir. Cada episodio invita a quien escucha a un diálogo compartido sobre las decisiones que tomamos, los momentos que nos transforman y el discernimiento que requiere vivir con honestidad y plenitud.

Esto no es una lección ni un manifiesto.
Es una conversación.

**00:00** Introducción
**01:45** Parte 1 – Sobre este espacio seguro
**03:14** Parte 2 – Momento de historia: «R» y el anillo
**10:08** Parte 3 – El anillo y cómo cambiaron las cosas
**12:45** Parte 4 – ¿Qué ocurrió?
**15:08** Parte 5 – Es momento de un cambio
**20:29** Parte 6 – El largo camino
**21:56** Parte 7 – No es el comienzo – Bonus

Puedes escuchar, reflexionar en privado o —si algo resuena contigo— participar compartiendo tus pensamientos, preguntas o experiencias. Algunos episodios invitan a responder; otros simplemente ofrecen compañía y perspectiva.

Las historias son humanas, reflexivas y sutilmente entretenidas, creadas para quienes disfrutan de escuchar con atención y de relacionarse con la vida tal como se despliega.

Si este episodio te encuentra en un lugar familiar, estás invitado/a a quedarte —y a unirte a la conversación de la manera que te resulte más natural.

### Reflexión

¿Qué te ha despertado esta historia? ¿Hay algún momento, decisión o sensación que se haya quedado contigo después de escucharla?

### Únete a la conversación

Si te apetece responder, puedes compartir tus pensamientos en los comentarios o allí donde estés escuchando. También eres bienvenido/a a simplemente escuchar y reflexionar a tu propio ritmo.

Los nuevos episodios de **The Music of a Well-Played Life** se publican [semanalmente / cada dos semanas].

Gracias por estar aquí.
— **Oneida**

### Mantente en contacto

Si este episodio ha resonado contigo, puedes darle a “me gusta”, comentar o compartirlo.
Más información sobre el pódcast y mi trabajo: [https://www.oneidajames.com](https://www.oneidajames.com)
Instagram: **@nedacjr**
Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/OneidaJamesGroove](https://www.facebook.com/OneidaJamesGroove)

Los nuevos episodios se publican con regularidad — siempre eres bienvenido/a a volver, o simplemente a quedarte con lo que acabas de escuchar.

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida

The Music of a Life Well-Played -  Récits sensibles autour de la musique, de la créativité et des choix de vie, est un podcast intime et narratif, créé par la musicienne et artiste Oneida James, qui explore la musique, la créativité et les choix de vie qui façonnent une existence créative pleinement vécue.

À travers des récits personnels et des réflexions sensibles, le podcast ouvre un espace de calme et d’écoute — une vie façonnée par la musique, l’âge, l’amour, le sacrifice et le devenir. Chaque épisode invite l’auditeur·rice à un dialogue partagé autour de la vie créative, de la vie de musicien·ne, et des décisions qui influencent ce que nous devenons au fil du temps.

Ce n’est ni un cours, ni un manifeste.
C’est une conversation.

Conçu pour les musicien·nes, les femmes, les artistes et les esprits curieux, ces récits sont humains, introspectifs et discrètement captivants — pour celles et ceux qui aiment écouter en profondeur et s’engager avec la vie telle qu’elle se déploie. Certains épisodes abordent l’identité, la visibilité et le vieillissement en tant qu’artiste ; d’autres explorent le sens, la dévotion au métier et le choix de son propre chemin.
00:00 intro
01:45 Part 1- About this safe space
03:14 Part 2- StoryTime, "R" and the Ring
10:08 Part 3- The Ring and things changed
12:45 Part 4- What happened?
15:08 Part 5- Time for A change
20:29 Part 6- The Long Road
21:56 Part 7- Not the beginning - Bonus

Vous êtes libre d’écouter, de réfléchir en privé, ou — si quelque chose résonne — de participer en partageant vos pensées, vos questions ou vos expériences. Certains épisodes invitent au dialogue ; d’autres offrent simplement une présence et un point de vue.

Si cet épisode vous rejoint là où vous êtes, vous êtes invité·e à rester — et à rejoindre la conversation, de la manière qui vous semble juste.
Join the Conversation. Si vous souhaitez réagir, vous pouvez partager vos réflexions dans les commentaires ou sur la plateforme où vous écoutez. Vous pouvez aussi simplement écouter et prendre le temps de réfléchir, à votre rythme.

De nouveaux épisodes de The Music of a Life Well-Played paraissent toutes les deux semaines.

Merci d’être ici.
— Oneida

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Si cet épisode vous a touché, vous pouvez aimer, commenter ou le partager.
Pour en savoir plus sur le podcast et mon travail : https://www.oneidajames.com

Instagram : @nedacjr
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De nouveaux épisodes sont publiés régulièrement — vous êtes toujours les bienvenu·e·s pour revenir, ou simplement rester avec ce que vous venez d’entendre.

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Music of a Life Well Played is a podcast about the stories we carry, the music that shapes us, and the moments that quietly change everything. Through personal reflections, lived experiences, and the rhythms beneath everyday life, this podcast explores what it means to live creatively, honestly, and with intention — even when the path is complicated.

Created as a space for connection, curiosity, and gentle insight, Music of a Life Well Played invites listeners to slow down, listen deeply, and find meaning in both the melody and the mess.

For collaborations, brand partnerships, or press inquiries
Contact: admin@oneidajames.com

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida

The Music of a Well-Played Life is an intimate, story-driven podcast by musician Oneida James.  
Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, the podcast opens a quiet space to listen... to a life shaped by music, age, love, sacrifice, and becoming. Each episode invites the listener into a shared dialogue about the choices we make, the moments that change us, and the discernment it takes to live honestly and fully.
This is not a lecture or a manifesto.
It’s a conversation.
00:00 intro 
01:45 Part 1- About this safe space 
03:14 Part 2- StoryTime, "R" and the Ring 
10:08 Part 3- The Ring and things changed 
12:45 Part 4- What happened? 
15:08 Part 5- Time for A change 
20:29 Part 6- The Long Road 
21:56 Part 7- Not the beginning - Bonus 

You’re welcome to listen, to reflect privately, or — if something resonates — to participate by sharing your thoughts, questions, or experiences. Some episodes may invite responses, others may simply offer companionship and perspective.
The stories are human, reflective, and quietly entertaining, created for those who enjoy listening deeply and engaging with life as it unfolds.
If this episode meets you somewhere familiar, you’re invited to stay — and to join the conversation in whatever way feels right to you.
Reflection
What did this story bring up for you? Is there a moment, decision, or feeling that stayed with you after listening?
Join the Conversation
If you’d like to respond, you’re welcome to share your thoughts in the comments or wherever you listen. You’re also welcome to simply listen and reflect in your own time.
New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released  bi-weekly.
Thank you for being here.
— Oneida
Stay Connected
If this episode resonated with you, you’re welcome to like, comment, or share.
More about the podcast and my work: https://www.oneidajames.com
Instagram: @nedacjr
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneidaJamesGroove
New episodes are released regularly — you’re always welcome to return, or simply sit with what you heard.

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida

Music of a Life Well-Played new Podcast from Oneida James... coming very soon!!!  The Music of a Well-Played Life is an intimate, story-driven podcast where musician Oneida James reflects on a life shaped by music, age, sacrifice, love, and becoming. Through personal stories and honest conversations, it explores what it truly means to live fully, age boldly, and listen to the deeper rhythms that guide our lives.

The Music of a Life Well-Played
✨ Coming soon

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New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

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— Oneida

The Music of a Life Well-Played is an intimate, story-driven podcast by musician and artist Oneida James, exploring music, creativity, and the life choices that shape a well-lived creative life.

Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, the podcast opens a quiet space to listen — to a life shaped by music, age, love, sacrifice, and becoming. Each episode invites the listener into a shared dialogue about the creative life, the life of a musician, and the decisions that influence who we become over time. 

 I personally love the bonus ending for this episode!  What's your favorite part?

This is not a lecture or a manifesto.
It’s a conversation.

Created for musicians, women, artists, and thoughtful listeners, the stories are human, reflective, and quietly entertaining — for those who enjoy listening deeply and engaging with life as it unfolds. Some episodes explore identity, visibility, and aging as an artist; others reflect on purpose, devotion to craft, and choosing one’s own path.

You’re welcome to listen, to reflect privately, or — if something resonates — to participate by sharing your thoughts, questions, or experiences. Some episodes may invite responses; others may simply offer companionship and perspective.

If this episode meets you somewhere familiar, you’re invited to stay — and to join the conversation in whatever way feels right to you.

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Reflection
What did this story bring up for you? Is there a moment, decision, or feeling that stayed with you after listening?

Join the Conversation
If you’d like to respond, you’re welcome to share your thoughts in the comments or wherever you listen. You’re also welcome to simply listen and reflect in your own time.

New episodes of The Music of a Well-Played Life are released bi-weekly.

Thank you for being here.

— Oneida