Ep. 08: Living with Purpose with Risa Binder

I’ll never forget getting the call from my music publishers that a song I wrote called “Burning Down the Dark” was being cut by an artist named, Risa Binder. That song always felt special to me, so I was thrilled it found a home!

Fast forward, my publishers set Risa and I up to write. But before that date came around, I bumped into Risa in a church pew one Sunday morning. Then, we realized one of my co-writers of “Burning Down the Dark,” by complete coincidence, was from her hometown and they had mutual friends.

The synchronicities abound with Risa. That’s not surprising once you meet her in our upbeat conversation and feel her good energy.

Risa has opened for legends, such as James Taylor and Ronnie Milsap. She hosts her own YouTube series and podcast. She is a recording and touring artist, a songwriter and she is releasing brand new music this spring! Oh… and did I mention she is also a mom??

In the episode we talk about:

✨Her first experience at The Bluebird Cafe and falling in love with the songwriter’s heart

✨How her grandmothers and mom influenced her life philosophy

✨ How a broken heart lead her to a Mariachi band in a subway (that was a funny story! Around minute 11:03)

✨Why it’s important to “tell the story” as a creative

✨How she fulfills here heart’s desire while being a busy mom

✨Her favorite beauty products when she’s hitting the road on tour

✨ What she hopes to leave behind

That’s not all! My guests and I always pair each episode with 2 delicious recipes. You do NOT want to miss the incredible “French Toast Latte” Risa brought to this episode. Seriously, this latte is life-changing. I threw in my favorite S’mores hack you can make in any weather, sans campfire. I swear, it will be a go-to treat all year round in your home.

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