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Leave Looking Up is a podcast where we humanize our heroes through uplifting conversations about the somewhat tumultuous and often challenging state of the world. We interview a diverse roster of guests from Grammy Award-winning musicians, to Emmy Award-winning producers, to internationally recognized activists and influencers, educators, innovators, and more. This conversation series is designed to inspire. We're here to have thoughtful conversations to uncover the models, concepts, and language used by today’s changemakers to help us all keep looking up.

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October 28, 2025

Yusef Salaam (of the Exonerated 5): How To Claim Your Name

On this episode of Leave Looking Up, we sit down with Dr. Yusef Salaam — author, activist, motivational speaker, and one of the Exonerated Five. Wrongfully imprisoned at just 15 years old, Yusef endured years of wrongful incarceration before reclaiming not just his freedom, but his voice, his future, and his name. Today, he is a New York City Councilman, has received a lifetime achievement award from Barack Obama, is a published author, and is a global symbol of transformation and justice.This season of Leave Looking Up continues to explore the minds of worldbuilders — visionaries who have a very clear idea of the world they want to see, and put forth efforts to bring that world into fruition. Yusef Salaam has done exactly that. From surviving the depths of the prison system to writing poetry behind bars, from discovering the spiritual meaning of his name to holding public office, Yusef’s story is one of sacred alignment and radical resilience.In this episode, Yusef opens up about the power of faith, the lessons passed down from his mother, the meaning of his own name, and how everything we do - even choosing to not participate, has power.This is a conversation about identity, divine timing, and the lifelong work of transforming injustice into impact.If this conversation moves you, subscribe, rate, and share it with someone who believes in liberation, legacy, and the power of remembering who you are. Credits:Host and Executive Producer: Neal LudevigCo-host: Amer JandaliProduced and scored by: Lushik Lotus LeePost-Production Sound Engineer: Alexander RossiVideographer: Krishna Adoni Links:📘 Dr. Yusef Salaam Website: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.yusefspeaks.com</a>📸 Dr. Yusef Salaam IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dr.yusefsalaam/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.instagram.com/dr.yusefsalaam/</a> 🌍 Leave Looking Up Website: <a href="https://www.leavelookingup.com" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.leavelookingup.com</a>▶️ Leave Looking Up YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@leavelookingup" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@leavelookingup</a>

June 3, 2025

Ray Angry (of the Roots): How To Create A Sanctuary for Creativity with Producer Mondays

Pianist Ray Angry discusses Producer Mondays and how it creates a sanctuary for creativity, offering artists a space free from ego and fostering a sense of community; this is an interview with Neal Ludevig.

May 21, 2025

Poranguí: Make Music, Movement, and Spirit Become Medicine

As we celebrate worldbuilders—visionary creators designing a better future through their work and way of being, it's only fitting that we were able to sit down with acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, educator, and artist Poranguí, whose life work embodies this mission.A former professor at the Phoenix Conservatory of Music and Arizona Commission of Artists, Poranguí has performed at South by Southwest, Envision Festival, and on platforms such as TEDxSedona, BBC, and PBS. His globally beloved, improvisational performances dissolve the boundary between stage and audience, transforming concerts into ceremonies.From his roots in indigenous sweat lodges and silent meditation retreats to his journey through Duke University—where he created a custom major in “Healing Through Music and Dance” — Poranguí’s story is one of deep listening, cultural honoring, and radical authenticity. In this powerful conversation, we explore how dance floors became altars, how he redefined medicine, and how creating a sacred circle of men during the pandemic led to an ongoing community of artistic healing.Poranguí is not just making music. He’s building a world—one where we remember we are all relatives, and music is the medicine that brings us back to life.aFor full & uncut episodes, along with a number of other perks, please visit <a href="http://www.leavelookingup.com/fans" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠www.leavelookingup.com/fans⁠</a> and subscribe!If you love love what you're hearing today and want to hear (and see) more, you can do so at the following links: <a href="https://www.leavelookingup.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠https://www.leavelookingup.com/⁠</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/leavelookingup" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/leavelookingup" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.patreon.com/leavelookingup</a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/leavelookingup" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/leavelookingup/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠https://www.instagram.com/leavelookingup</a> 🎧 Credits<ul><li>Host: Neal Ludevig</li><li>Guest: Poranguí</li><li>Co-Host: Sasha Demitrovic</li><li>Producer: Lushik Lotus-Lee</li><li>Sound Engineer: Alexander Rossi</li><li>Designer: Andrea Kang</li><li>Media Support: Justin Jett Carter</li><li>Original Theme Music: Brady Watt</li><li>Additional Music: Blue Dot Sessions</li></ul>

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What is Leave Looking Up?: Leave Looking Up is a podcast where we humanize our heroes through uplifting conversations about the somewhat tumultuous and often challenging state of the world.

We interview a diverse roster of guests from Grammy Award-winning musicians, to Emmy Award-winning producers, to internationally recognized activists and influencers, educators, innovators, and more.

This conversation series is designed to inspire. We're here to have thoughtful conversations to uncover the models, concepts, and language used by today’s changemakers to help us all keep looking up.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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