The Earth Angel Media presentation "Soul Decodes" is a commercial-free show that explores spirituality, wellness, and hidden history, blending personal anecdotes with lighthearted conversation. In this episode, Sarah Tirri shares personal updates, including launching her online radio station, Zeta4Rocks, dedicated to rock music and spiritual content. The hosts discuss their mutual interest in promoting new artists through their various projects. They discuss their mutual interest in featuring new artists on Sarah’s radio station, the Soul Decodes Podcast, as well as other Podcasts related to Studio 17.

Tia Jolie, a bass player and musician, initially reflects on her experiences in music, highlighting the physical demands of the role and the influence of notable musicians. She emphasizes that playing music for long hours is physically demanding, akin to a workout, and describes her journey of learning iconic bass lines from the '70s and '80s, which significantly improved her skills.

Tia Jolie recounts a poignant moment where a saxophonist, who had played alongside Leland Sklar, praised her bass playing style. This acknowledgment was emotionally impactful for Tia Jolie who had transitioned from being a novice to playing in a Phil Collins tribute band.

Tia Jolie then discusses the challenges that arose within her former band due to the lead singer's reluctance to accept feedback regarding his ‘average singing ability’. The lead singer’s resistance to honest and careful feedback and efforts to help him improve were keenly felt by all the band members as they prepared for upcoming gigs in Las Vegas. This culminated dramatically in the lead singer firing Tia Jolie just one week before their Vegas shows, leaving her initially surprised but ultimately relieved. Despite the lead singer's ego and refusal to accept constructive criticism, Tia Jolie had support from her fellow band members who shared concerns about the lead singer's behavior too!

Tia Jolie goes on to talk about how the hired bass player did a good job on stage in Vegas, but the lead singer's ego had negatively affected the band's overall performance. Despite initial excitement, the performances were disastrous, leading to stress and the potential firing of the entire band after their first show in Laughlin.

The conversation pivots to the lead singer's history of failing bands due to his resistance to constructive criticism. The hosts reflect on their own journeys of learning to accept feedback and both acknowledge that the lead singer might need to undergo a significant personal transformation to succeed.

The hosts reflect on the necessity of balance between ego and humility in artistic endeavors, and the importance of balancing ego with the soul for personal growth and enlightenment. They continue to explore the concept of personal growth through hardship and acknowledge that sometimes the struggles faced are part of someone else's journey.

Tia Jolie recognizes that everyone has grown significantly through their musical experiences, becoming more skilled and confident, but also reflects on the tendency to stick with unfulfilling relationships longer than necessary. She mentions her ongoing connection with her other band members, who shared clips of the chaotic performances. Despite the turmoil, Tia Jolie feels a mix of sadness and peace as she processes the closure of this chapter in their life.

The hosts discuss Tia Jolie’s commitment to continue empowering others while maintaining healthy boundaries, and recognizing when to pull back if her assistance is no longer beneficial.

The conversation concludes with light-hearted banter about the potential for future projects, including a live show, and a call to action for listeners to support their endeavors. The episode is sponsored by Pure, which offers health and wellness products, inviting listeners to join as preferred customers for discounts.