Author: Jazz4peace

AMAZING TEASER!
DELLARATTA ~ Steely Dan, Miles Davis, Bill Evans, You Must Believe In Spring w/Guest Marco van den Berg Scholten

S:2 E:12 Marco van den Berg Scholten – IN SEARCH OF ACHILLES – https://open.spotify.com/episode/7jbQ4t75dNDbxtyoDAFNKx
Episode 12 welcomes our first Guest from The Netherlands Author and Pro Basketball Coach Marco van den Berg Scholten in a discussion that includes Jazz, Basketball and the inspirations behind his NEW Book “IN SEARCH OF ACHILLES” with live performances by Rick of songs inspired by Steely Dan and Jazz Icon Bill Evans!

About Marco van den Berg Scholten
Marco was a head coach in pro basketball for 30 years, both on national and international levels. But his novel, in synopsis since 1990, never left him, and then in 2021 he finally wrote it, in American English. It captures the undercurrent of nihilism in the heydays of post-modernist moral relativism and self-congratulatory neo-liberalism. The foundation for the present-day meaning crisis, so to speak. It is a tale about a search for values in a society that has lost its pillars of nobility and dignity.

This theme has been a central part of his work as a coach as well, as he has been aware of the tremendous sense of loneliness that girds the modern human without moral direction which is the dominant mode of the Occident. People are people and language is language, but we are in need of Anchors of meaning to transcend our horizons beyond the tunnel view of egoism.

He is married to a politician and has a sixteen-year-old daughter out of his first marriage.

He loves basketball the way it was played until 2008 in the US and the way it is still played in Europe, Brazil, Argentina, and Australia. The game is the purest form of teamwork: Structured and disciplined-philosophical at the start, but then as a game unwinds, more and more appealing to creativity, both of the individual as well as the collective. As he puts it: “When played at its best, the game of basketball is like great jazz: a dialectical upward-spiraling process of creation; new solution after new solution is being asked from ‘adversaries’ in a back-and-forth that demands a constant reinvention of options to shoot (also literally) for.”

He is presently writing a second novel. The central theme of this work is Freedom. Indeed, with a capital F. The way perhaps C.G. Jung intended it in his work “The Undiscovered Self.” He read a few chapters of the Tao Te Ching every day before he start writing, and lots of comparative philosophy finds its way into the text too.

His hobbies include tennis, psychology, comparative philosophy, jogging, and cooking while dancing to great Italian Cantautores. He loves dogs but since his last one died in my arms four years ago he can’t bring myself to adopt a new one. Also because of the nature of his wife’s work -with lots of travel- it would be nearly impossible to care for one in this phase of their lives.

He also occasionally gives leadership seminars. This has grown out of his experience as a basketball coach.

Buy the Book and Contact Marco at: ⁠https://www.vandenbergscholten.com/⁠

For Outstanding Causes: How to get funds from Jazz for Peace ~ ⁠https://jazzforpeace.org/trustedsource.pdf

Wishing Marco continued success and hope with our listeners help (and that means YOU reading this!) we can get this podcast and the “Trusted Source” funding link above circulated out to the Netherlands so that they can learn more about Marco, Jazz for Peace, and the importance of Ricks very first performance in the Netherlands which will help get the message of JAZZforPEACE out to the great people of this country!

Best Regards,
Debra ~ Debra R. Cerritelli, Senior Event Coordinator / John De Angelis, Grant Administrator / Rick DellaRatta – Founder ~ Jazz for Peace™

PS: please enjoy our latest “Podcast Supporter Testimonials of the Day” ~ “💚A much-needed initiative. Thank you, Rick.” ~ Rebecca Parmentier – Madison, Wisconsin

“Encouraging boys to express emotions is crucial for their development. Your work is inspiring positive change!” ~ Ishu Bansal ~ Delhi, India

“Hi Rick: This is fantastic! Thank you so much for having me as a guest. I appreciate your pointing out how boys in a lot of ways are feeling left out, and how we, as a society can help them by developing their emotional intelligence…..all the best in your work, ~ Raelene S, Weaver See full episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/68OE8UeetsQnDkiywt0phk

Rick performs Louis Armstrongs Classic “When it’s Sleepy Time Down South” for his Louisiana Guest Marilyn Diana on Season 2 Episode 10 of “The Final Solution is LOVE!” presented by Jazz for Peace™

With her amazing Hair Bow Kit, Marilyn Diana helps parents bond with their teens as well as groups and organizations with handcrafting skills that are fun, educational, and can earn them money. Join us for this amazing episode which takes us to Southern Louisiana inspiring a Jazz selection by Rick of Louis Armstrongs “Sleepy Time Down South” along with the seasonal Jazz classic “I’ll Remember April”. Find our More about The Hair Bow Kit at ⁠https://www.marilyndiana.org/⁠

Click here NOW to watch the Full Episode! https://open.spotify.com/episode/34SmJG4WTwNWubfJvcLOdI

Link to all episodes on APPLE podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jazz-for-peace-podcast-featuring-rick-dellaratta/id1771220129

This amazing episode gives you a chance to Discover the Art of Crafting Joyful Hair Bows: Are you blessed with a daughter, granddaughter, niece, or perhaps a special little girl in your life? Are you searching for a delightful and creative activity to share with them? Look no further! Embark on a journey of creativity and joy by learning the art of crafting beautiful, unique hair bows. Making hair bows isn’t just about creating accessories; it’s about crafting moments of JOY and CONNECTION. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, making hair bows can be a wonderfully fulfilling experience. With a few simple materials and a touch of creativity, you can design hair bows that reflect your unique style and personality. Imagine the delight on your loved one’s face when they see a handmade hair bow lovingly crafted by you or the two of you. It’s not just about the end product; it’s about the process—the laughter, the shared moments, and the sense of accomplishment as you bring your vision to life.

Today our podcast introduces Marilyn Diana! For over thirty years, she’s dedicated herself to the art of handcrafted hair bows. Join us in exploring the art of making hair bows and unlock a world of creativity and happiness. Let’s spread JOY, one bow at a time!

Ben Franklin has said it best, “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me I will learn.”

AND ~ 

LET’S DO THIS.
HELP us Take the World from ZERO to ONE HUNDRED! 
Help JAZZforPEACE in its efforts to take the world from 0% funding all the way to 100% funding for World Peace by clicking on the DONATE button at the very bottom of our homepage at ⁠https://jazzforpeace.org/
or directly at this link: ⁠https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jazzforpeace

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/⁠

AND ~ 
LET’S DO THIS.
HELP us Take the World from ZERO to ONE HUNDRED! 
Help JAZZforPEACE in its efforts to take the world from 0% funding all the way to 100% funding for World Peace by clicking on the DONATE button at the very bottom of our homepage at ⁠https://jazzforpeace.org/
or directly at this link: ⁠https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jazzforpeace

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.