Music Wide Open Podcast

Success vs. happiness | Music Wide Open Podcast #5

In this episode, we discuss the intricate relationship between success and happiness, exploring why many successful musicians remain unhappy, and how to manifest happiness and success.
What is success
What is happiness
Positive attitude
Manifestation of success
Rat race
Straightjacket
Gatekeepers
Freedom
Positivity bias
Neuroplasticity
Gratitude
Personal reality
Visualisation
Zoom out
✨ Explore the intricate link between success and happiness, uncover why success doesn’t always bring joy, and learn how to manifest fulfillment in music and life.
🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.
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What is a musician? | Music Wide Open Podcast #4

In this episode, we discuss the aspect of the profession that is often disregarded, despite being the foundation of a musician's artistry, life, and career.
The human side
Behind the scenes
Stories of musicians of the past
Musicians now
Adrenaline rush
Fight or flight response
Health problems
Performance under stress
Cruel business side
'You have to deliver'
Theoreticians
Fear
Taboo
What they don't tell you
Show must go on
Private experiences
Private anecdotes
Awareness
✨ Discover what happens when "the show must go on" and gain deeper awareness into the lives of musicians.
🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.
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Natural music-making | Music Wide Open Podcast #3

In this episode, we discuss the essence of musicality, imitation, and the double-edged sword that musicians unknowingly point at themselves and music itself.
What is musicality?
What is natural playing?
Golden ratio
Copycats
Good teachers, bad teachers
Schools, money and ethics
A sense of purpose
Code of music
Patchworks
Do people care?
Decline
What it means to be great
Overstimulation in life
Business side
What's taste
What's real, what's copied
Expression
Spark
✨ Explore the essence of musicality, uncover the fine line between imitation and authenticity, and discover what it truly means to be great in music.
🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.
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Musicians with a brain chip | Music Wide Open Podcast #2

In this episode, we raise uncomfortable questions, present facts, and discuss the consequences of ignorance.
The future is now
BCI and it's development
Neuralink and others
Prospects and the vision
Musicians in the past
Musicians nowadays
Personal growth temptation
What it means for musicians
What is human?
Brain to brain communication
Natural music-making
Wakeup call
✨ The future is now: dive into the rise of brain-computer interfaces, explore their impact on musicians, and reflect on what it truly means to be human in the age of innovation.
🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.
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Let's start with why | Music Wide Open Podcast #1

Music Wide Open Podcast
Dear everyone!
We're happy to present our MUSIC WIDE OPEN podcast - the place for an honest and thought-provoking conversation. About music, business, life, technology and the future. For curious music enthusiasts and musicians seeking personal growth. The first ten episodes have already been recorded and are waiting to be published: once a week, every Tuesday, available on all major platforms. We begin with... EPISODE 01 - "Let's start with why" which provides background on why we started this podcast. This, inevitably, includes summarizing a few facts from Ingolf's life and our shared journey so far. It also gives a subtle glimpse of the wide array of subjects we will cover. Unlike the first episode, the next episodes will be less personal and more general, in which we will talk about complex topics, share our knowledge and experience, and open the door to two worlds: one - unknown to music enthusiasts and another - foreign to musicians but important for them. We will touch upon very human matters, we will explore uncomfortable yet eye-opening topics and we will delve into the profound nature of life, happiness, and self-fulfillment. Always keeping music and musicians as the central focus. We hope that this podcast will not only provide you with food for thought and introduce aspects you haven't considered, but also empower musicians who often feel lost.Have a wonderful day,
Ingolf Wunder and Paulina Wunder
 
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LET'S START WITH WHY #1
Why we start this podcast
What no one cares to talk about
Our journey that led us to this point
Successes and questions
Mission
Technology
The future to come
Awareness
🎙️ Hosted by Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder.
💬 Share your thoughts! Email us at:📧 musicwideopen@gmail.com
 
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Music Wide Open Podcast Trailer

Music Wide Open Podcast
The place for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about music, business, life, technology and the future.
A podcast that embraces everything connected to music, exploring its impact across all areas of life, from culture and technology to personal journeys. Hosted by visionary entrepreneur Paulina Wunder and internationally acclaimed pianist and entrepreneur Ingolf Wunder, our podcast invites you into a world where music intersects with art, business, science, technology, and personal growth.
What We’re All About
At Music Wide Open, we explore the profound impact of music on life of musicians and music lovers. We believe music isn’t just a “background soundtrack”—it’s a powerful force with the ability to shape our emotions, build deep connections and inspire. From technology and creative industries to happiness, health and life’s personal challenges, music is woven into everything we do.
Who We Are
Ingolf Wunder is an Austrian-Swiss pianist known for his award-winning performances and innovative work in AI-driven music applications. Alongside him is Paulina Wunder, an entrepreneur and creator with a background in journalism and a passion for shaping the future of arts education. Together, they bring a unique perspective—rooted in artistry, technology, and global experience.
What to Expect
In each episode, we dive into wide-ranging topics connected to music, including:
Personal growth, happiness, and mental well-being.
The evolving world of music technology, from AI to the brain.
Candid discussions about the music industry, from navigating careers to embracing creativity.
Insights into music’s role in culture, science, and education.
Whether you’re a musician, a music lover, or simply curious about how music shapes the world around us, Music Wide Open is a space for open minds and thoughtful exploration.
“The mind that opens to a new idea never returns to its original size.”
You can find us on all popular podcast platforms.
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Give feedback to Paulina Wunder and Ingolf Wunder: musicwideopen@gmail.com
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