Music In Mind #40 - A Conversation with Dr. Rich Freese

There’s a space where music lives before it reaches an instrument or a recording-a place of ideas, memories, and raw feeling. Music In Mind inhabits that space. Created by composer and musician Anthony Caulkins, this podcast is less about chart-toppers and more about the intimate connections we form with sound. Each episode feels like a conversation in a quiet room, where the focus shifts from technical analysis to the personal and philosophical. You’ll hear Anthony and his guests explore how a simple melody can anchor a memory, why a particular rhythm feels urgent, or how silence shapes a composition. It’s for anyone who has ever been moved by a piece of music and wondered why. The discussions are thoughtful and meandering, often uncovering the subtle ways music influences thought and emotion. Tune in for a refreshingly human take on the art of listening, one that reminds us that the most powerful musical experiences often happen long before the first note is played. This podcast is a gentle invitation to think more deeply about the soundtracks of our lives.