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About heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda

Heartdea13r is a long-form interview podcast that explores the human stories behind creative people, featuring honest conversations about mental health, purpose, relationships, resilience, and what it means to live authentically. For 20+ years, Christopher Gonda has been building platforms that celebrate music, culture & storytelling. Through V13 Media Group, he aims to amplify unique voices, bridging the underground and the iconic. Heartdea13r is his way of gathering and sharing knowledge from some of the brightest minds and most passionate voices. Communicate consistently & choose love!

Publisher

V13 Media Group

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

14 Jul 2025

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

163 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Oct 2026

   Matt James on Blacktop Mojo, Fatherhood, Addiction, and the Cost of Staying Independent | #110

   Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Episode 110 // Matt James (Vocalist, Blacktop Mojo) Summary Matt James of Blacktop Mojo joins Christopher Gonda for an honest conversation about music, fatherhood, touring, independence, and the realities behind building a life in rock. Matt opens up about mental health, partying, loneliness, and the wake-up calls that helped him find a healthier perspective, while also discussing the creative process behind Blacktop Mojo’s upcoming album Discount Fireworks. They explore the band’s DIY approach, the unexpected success of their “Dream On” cover, and why staying independent still matters after 15 years. Above all, Matt shares what it means to keep showing up, lean on the people around you, and never quit chasing what you love. Key Topics Balancing touring and family life The importance of trust and delegation in a band Creating and releasing the sixth album, Discount Fireworks The impact of cover songs on a band's success Managing mental health and addiction in the music industry Heartdea13r theme song by William J. Sullivan https://linktr.ee/wjpsullivan https://williamjsullivan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wjpsullivan/ https://x.com/wjpsullivan https://www.tiktok.com/@wjpsullivan https://www.youtube.com/@wreckinjoint

2. 

   8 Oct 2026

   Adam Bentley x Matt James: What Does Your Ideal Day Look Like? | Guest 2 Guest #030

   Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // Guest 2 Guest #030 // Adam Bentley (Publicist, Producer, DJ & Founder, Echo Myron) x Matt James (Vocalist, Blacktop Mojo) Summary Welcome to Guest 2 Guest, the Heartdea13r mini-series, where our latest podcast guest asks our next guest a question. Today, Adam Bentley asks Matt James: “What would be your ideal day that incorporated both personal and working life?” Heartdea13r theme song by William J. Sullivan https://linktr.ee/wjpsullivan https://williamjsullivan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wjpsullivan/ https://x.com/wjpsullivan https://www.tiktok.com/@wjpsullivan https://www.youtube.com/@wreckinjoint

3. 

   7 Oct 2026

   James Artissen on Creativity, Patience and the Music Business | THE 513 #008

   Heartdea13r Podcast with Christopher Gonda // THE 513 // James Artissen (Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer, Audio Engineer, Label Owner) THE 513 9 questions. 3 layers. 1 person. Some rapid-fire, some heady. All killer, no filler. Five questions for the head. One question for the heart. Three questions for the soul. This is our fun way of getting to know someone intimately, quickly. Summary James Artissen joins Christopher Gonda for a candid conversation on the Heartdea13r Segment, THE 513, about creativity, music, mindset, reinvention, and finding purpose through the work. The Grammy-nominated producer, songwriter, engineer, and label owner reflects on his journey from James Worthy to James Artissen, why he refuses to stay in one creative box, and why learning from people better than you matters. He also opens up about patience, personal growth, and how life’s trials and tribulations shape who we become. At its heart, this is a conversation about choosing creativity, embracing the journey, and always asking, “What’s next?” Key Topics James Artissen's diverse genre work and collaborations The importance of always looking forward in a creative career Lessons learned from working with top artists and industry veterans The role of patience and continuous growth in artistic success The significance of music as a purpose and emotional outlet Heartdea13r theme song by William J. Sullivan https://linktr.ee/wjpsullivan https://williamjsullivan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wjpsullivan/ https://x.com/wjpsullivan https://www.tiktok.com/@wjpsullivan https://www.youtube.com/@wreckinjoint

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