Ep12 Solace & hitchhiking - Oscar Linsey Turner

Ecological entrepreneur and podcaster Oscar Lindsay-Turner tells a heartfelt story about loss and solace, his hitchhiking adventures in Germany and they discuss music's impact on memory. 

They delve into themes of improvisation, storytelling, and the emotional complexities of death. Oscar shares his experiences in comedy improv, music, and poetry, and reflects on losing friends to suicide. Luke improvises music to accompany Oscar's narratives, enhancing the emotional depth of the stories. They discuss the cathartic nature of sharing personal experiences and the impact of music on memory. Oscar's podcast, "The Nature Deficit Podcast," focusing on environmental issues, is also highlighted.

Follow Oscar's podcast on Instagram: @naturedeficit 

Introduction and Guest Introduction (00:00:03)
The host welcomes Oscar Lindsay Tanner, an ecological entrepreneur and podcaster, to the episode.

Oscar's Relationship with Improvisation (00:00:15)
Oscar discusses his broad experiences with improvisation in comedy, music, and poetry.

Improvising Music for Storytelling (00:00:40)
The host plays improvised music, asking Oscar to share his thoughts and feelings about it.

Reflections on Music and Emotion (00:02:09)
Oscar describes how the music evokes memories of judgment, beauty, and church architecture.

Technical Aspects of Improvisation (00:03:30)
The host and Oscar discuss the technical challenges and mental processes involved in improvisation.

Exploring the Topic of Death (00:04:28)
Oscar shares his experiences with the deaths of three male friends who committed suicide.

Mourning and Reflection (00:05:55)
Oscar reflects on the mourning process and the spiritual interpretations of death.

Personal Story of a Friend's Suicide (00:06:23)
Oscar recounts the story of a friend from a course who took his own life.

Journey to the Ceremony (00:06:56)
Oscar describes his emotional and reckless drive to Bristol for his friend's memorial.

Ceremony and Emotional Connection (00:07:58)
Oscar shares the cathartic experience of the memorial ceremony with friends and family.

Therapeutic Insights (00:09:03)
Oscar discusses how therapy helped him commit to living fully after his friend's death.

Identifying What Makes Him Feel Alive (00:09:34)
Oscar reveals his passions for writing, teaching, and connecting with nature.

Breaking Down the Story (00:11:57)
The host outlines the story into sections for further exploration and improvisation.

Cathartic Release of Storytelling (00:12:04)
Oscar feels the narrative's emotional journey during the storytelling process.

Musical Interpretation of the Story (00:12:35)
The host discusses how music conveys emotions tied to Oscar's story.

Visualizing the Story (00:13:04)
Oscar and the host explore how they visualize the narrative through music.

Another Story: Hitchhiking Journey (00:13:45)
Oscar shares a story about his adventurous hitchhiking journey across Europe.

Experiences with Hitchhiking (00:14:23)
Oscar describes his encounters with various people during his hitchhiking adventure.

Unexpected Journey to Romania (00:15:22)
Oscar recounts a miscommunication that led him to Romania instead of Hungary.

Sleeping Outdoors (00:16:31)
He shares his experiences and fears while sleeping in a service station.

Arrival in Budapest (00:17:02)
Oscar expresses the joy of surprising friends upon his arrival in Budapest.

Reflections on the Podcast Experience (00:21:07)
Oscar reflects on how the podcast format helped him understand his life stories.

Influence of Music on Memory (00:22:01)
Oscar discusses how the music may shape his memories of personal experiences.

Collaborative Memory Creation (00:22:28)
The host and Oscar discuss the idea of music collaborating with memory.

**Closing Thoughts on the Podcast (

Keywords

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