Author: Jazz4peace

The Jazz for Peace Podcast has found a kindred spirit in “The Hawk”, Haakon Rian Mancient – a Norwegian Healer, Author and Musician. Join us as we learn all about his new book, The Great Awakening – Soul Stories, and how his ideas for a festival with music and other forms of art that creates awareness could possibly lead to the very first Jazz for Peace Event in the history of Norway ~ all of which inspiring a medley by Rick of the Horace Silver Classic “Peace” along with his own Jazz for Peace Poem.

See excerpt: Jazz for Peace Funding – Easy as ABC

In the words of “The Hawk” himself: “The voice of the unheard is my calling. The transformation of the willing is my mission.”
Håkon R.M. Ueland is a transformational guide, speaker, and trauma-informed coach with a life devoted to healing, empowerment, and authentic leadership.

From his roots as a child welfare specialist to his work as a monk, mentor, and movement-builder, He’s walked many paths—but all of them lead to the same truth:

✨ We are here to remember who we are. To heal. To rise. And to lead from soul, not ego.

He works with:

Lightworkers seeking clarity, purpose, and personal power
CXOs and change-makers navigating leadership with soul
Healers, rebels, and visionaries ready to shine their light louder
His approach combines:
🌀 Deep trauma-informed practice
🧘 Spiritual presence & intuitive listening
🧩 Systemic insight from decades in social work, activism & leadership

⚡ Clients come to him when:
They feel called to lead—but are held back by fear or burnout
They’re ready to reclaim their inner voice
They want to make real-world impact without losing their essence
📣 What others say:
“Håkon sees the truth behind your words, holds space like few others, and calls your power forward with fierce love.”

If you’re ready to:
✔ Reclaim your voice
✔ Embody your calling
✔ Lead from your light

Thank this episode is for YOU!

Find out more about The Hawk at: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/mancient/⁠ and hear his music at: ⁠https://soundcloud.com/tunafish⁠

A Guitar Players LOVE for Sax Legend Sonny Rollins becomes the motivation for Rick’s Musical Selection on “The Final Solution Is LOVE!” Presented by Jazz for Peace with inspirational Guest Mike Strausbaugh, who explains how the power of Music saved his life and gave birth to The Strausbaugh Guitar and Music Academy which now spreads joy to countless others in this MUST SEE EPISODE!

Mike Strausbaugh is a private music coach and former college music professor with 30 years of experience, He is also is an award-winning composer, virtuoso guitarist, and TEDx speaker with three master’s degrees in music composition, jazz studies, and classical guitar (because one just wasn’t enough).

But his story goes way beyond music. Diagnosed with a rare immunodeficiency at 36 (finally!), Mike had to relearn guitar from the ground up—then turned around and earned three advanced degrees in just five years. His TED Talk on resilience and reinvention shares how he transformed adversity into artistry. Now, he helps serious musicians stop noodling and start thinking like true artists. He’s got the chops, the brains, and the stories to back it all up—delivered with a sharp wit and a no-BS attitude.

See the full episode here: S:2 E:8 Mike Strausbaugh – Turning Adversity into Triumph with Music! – https://open.spotify.com/episode/1lyuENguawxenuJOP1yZaB

And on Apple Podcasts at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jazz-for-peace-podcast-featuring-rick-dellaratta/id1771220129

And find out more about Mike at ⁠https://strausbaughofficial.com/⁠

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Jenny Sitter
by jazzforpeace
“What a fun interview with Rick! Just wanna say thank you again for all your effort to set up this interview! Take care! Have a beautiful and joyful day :)” ~ Jenny Sitter, Empowerment Coach- Vancouver, CA

Rick performs the classic rock song Killer Queen on season 2 episode 6 featuring Empowerment Coach Jenny Stiller from Vancouver, Canada. Jenny’s message is to “Live Adventurously, Love Deeply, Create Authentically, and Dream Spectacularly”

Jenny Sitter is an Empowerment Coach and here is her amazing story!

“I am a ball of Energy as some of my friends refer to me as. I am also adventurous and friendly, that’s why my first career was being a flight attendant. Got to connect with people and see new places! I LOVED it, until after 10 years, I heard my intuition telling me it’s time to grow. That’s when I started focusing on personal development almost 10 years. After experiencing a time in my life when I felt disconnected and far from my true purpose, I made it my mission to never live that way again. Drawing from my own transformative journey, I now empower others to discover who they truly are and live in alignment with their authentic selves. With a Bachelor of Science degree and a wealth of global experience, having lived in three countries and traveled the world, I combine my extensive knowledge with a genuine passion of making a positive impact on anyone I have interaction with.”

“As an entrepreneur, musician/photographer at heart, and real estate investor, I embrace a mindset of growth, learning, and living life by design and passion. My dedication to personal development and transformative coaching makes me a trusted guide for those looking to elevate their lives.”

My Mission: Empower People to Trust the Instincts & Pursue What Truly Resonates w/ Their Hearts, Unlocking the Path to their Successful Life

To Obtain Freedom, Joy & Satisfaction in Life is by living Your Authentic Way.

Own and Step into Your Power! People Around You will Benefit from Your Light!

“Live Adventurously, Love Deeply, Create Authentically, and Dream Spectacularly” is the message of out Season 2 Episode 7 Jazz for Peace Podcast Guest Jenny Sitter and you can enjoy this wonderful message as as much as we did by clicking on the link below to watch the full episode and learn that after everything is said and done: “The Final Solution is LOVE!:

Help us introduce you to our board and confirm your event with funds ALREADY raised for you and in your bank account!. One of 6 sustainable fundraising steps that this Grant provides as we Grow your Empowerment Tree.