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This show features conversations with drummers, educators and other creative artists sharing their experiences and discussing the paths they have followed to pursue a life in the arts. We have all achieved success and faced challenges in a variety of different ways and through these discussions, we will learn about how the choices we make can determine the paths that we are meant to follow.
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This episode represents a milestone for me as I celebrate the 100th episode of the Drummers Pathway Podcast and I want to take a moment to thank everyone for all of your encouragement and support throughout this journey.
To mark this occasion, I wanted to do something special, something that reflects what this podcast has always been about, which is bringing creative artists together to share their knowledge, experiences and helping to build our community.
To celebrate my 100th episode, I welcomed back Ash Soan, Matt Starr, Victor Indrizzo and Jamie Wollam for another roundtable discussion on the topic of drum recording.
In our conversation, we explore their journeys into home recording, the importance of seeking outside perspectives, embracing the ways others may reinterpret your work, and why a commitment to lifelong learning is essential for any creative artist.
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Monday May 11, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Wilson Laurencin. Wilson has been a fixture in the Toronto music scene for decades. In addition to his television work on Open Mike with Mike Bullard & Canadian Idol, he is active on the theatre scene and has been involved in productions including & Juliet, Lion King, Wicked, MJ The Musical, and more.
He is also an in-demand freelance musician having collaborated with a wide range of local and international touring artists.
In this episode, we talk about his early musical inspirations, the essential characteristics of maintaining a professional music career, and why it's important to always make choices that reflect your desired path while maintaining a positive life balance.
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Monday Apr 27, 2026
Monday Apr 27, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Luke Renshaw.
Luke has been a fixture in the Victoria, BC music scene for years and is known for his work with the Juno-nominated band Jets Overhead.
Recently diagnosed with ADHD and with 6 years recovery time from drug and alcohol addiction, Luke is an advocate for neurodivergent and mental health awareness, sharing his experiences to empower others.
In this episode, we talk about his early musical inspirations, his journey overcoming addiction, and how an ADHD diagnosis gave him a clearer understanding of the mindset challenges he faced.
What touring sober taught me about resilience
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Monday Apr 13, 2026
Monday Apr 13, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Johnny Rabb.
Based in Indiana, Johnny is the drummer for Collective Soul, a position he has held since 2012. He is also highly regarded as an educator, clinician, product developer, electronics specialist, and in-demand session drummer.
He is the author of the books The Official Freehand Technique and Jungle Drum ‘N’ Bass for the Acoustic Drum Set.
In April of 2000, he was recognized by Guinness World Records as the first person to play over 1,000 single strokes in 60 seconds.
In this episode, we explore how he has navigated the shifting phases of his career, the power of finding motivation through competition and community, and why joining Collective Soul has become an essential part of his current musical journey.
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Monday Apr 06, 2026
Monday Apr 06, 2026
This episode features the return of Matthew Crouse and Zack Albetta from the Working Drummer podcast for another roundtable discussion.
With over 500 episodes, the Working Drummer Podcast has become an essential source for those interested in what it’s like to have a career as professional drummer.
Renowned for their in depth interviews with an emphasis on telling the stories of the artists who may not always be a household name, they have developed a loyal audience longing for honest stories and perspectives about making a living as a musician.
In our conversation, we explore the value of building genuine connections, embracing your career journey, and why these conversations are essential for learning from others' experiences and growing your community.
Working Drummer Podcast
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Monday Mar 30, 2026
Monday Mar 30, 2026
This episode features part two of my conversation with Justin Faulkner.
Best known as the drummer for the Branford Marsalis Quartet, a seat he has held since the age of 18, Justin has built a remarkable career as a musician, educator, and philanthropist, devoted to honouring the lessons of those who came before him while mentoring the next generation by giving back to his community.
In part two of our conversation, we talk about Justin’s experiences growing up in a community of support, the importance of remaining humble, and why it’s imperative to seek out mentors who can guide you along your path by sharing their own wisdom and experiences.
Be sure to go back and check out episode 94 which features part one of our conversation.
Episode 94
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Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Justin Faulkner.
Based in Philadelphia, Justin is a drummer, composer, and educator whose passion for music began early on. Starting formal training at age 7, he studied classical music, jazz, and percussion at the Settlement Music School and the Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts, while also receiving instruction from the Principal Timpanist of the Philadelphia Orchestra.
As a child prodigy, he stepped onto the professional jazz scene at just 13 years old, and by 2009 had joined the Branford Marsalis Quartet, which is a seat he has held ever since.
Beyond performing, he is deeply committed to education and community, serving as an instructor at Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance and mentoring the next generation of musicians with the same encouragement he received.
In our conversation, we talk about how he got his start with formal music education, the importance of listening to the people who have followed this path before you, and how faith and spirituality remains an essential focus in his life.
As this interview ran close to 2 hours, I have divided it into two episodes, so here is Part One of my interview with Justin Faulkner.
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Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Chip Ritter.
Based in Arizona, Chip is a professional drummer recognized for his versatility and showmanship. In addition to maintaining an active freelance career, he has a passion for education and is a co-founder of the Drummers Education Connection Podcast.
Highly regarded for his showmanship, Chip is best known for being the first drummer in history to Juggle 3 drumsticks while playing drums on The Late Show with David Letterman.
In this episode, we talk about his early career aspirations, overcoming mindset obstacles and addictions, and why maintaining strong community connections is essential to navigating your life and career.
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David Letterman Performance
Monday Mar 02, 2026
Monday Mar 02, 2026
For this episode, I was joined by renowned session drummer Ash Soan and the legendary David Garibaldi for a roundtable conversation exploring the factors in creating a musical groove.
It was a great opportunity to explore the ideas and perspectives behind what makes music feel good and why that matters so much to the people who dedicate their lives to it.
In our conversation, we talk about the music that sparked their own creative journeys, the importance of exploring beyond your influences to carve out a voice that's uniquely your own, and how the shifts in today's music landscape are changing the way music gets made.
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Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
This episode features my conversation with Rick Stojak.
Based in San Diego, Rick is a professional drummer and educator recognized for his versatility across different genres. He remains an active presence on the local music scene while maintaining a thriving private teaching studio.
He is the author of the book series “How To Build A Drum Groove” and is a co-founder of the Drummers Education Connection Podcast.
In this episode, we talk about the inspiration behind his book “How To Build A Drum Groove”, how he discovered his passion for teaching, and why building strong community connections is key to sustaining a successful career.
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The Drummers Pathway
I’m Michael Scott and welcome to The Drummers Pathway Podcast. This show features conversations with drummers, educators and other creative artists sharing their experiences and discussing the paths they have followed to pursue a life in the arts.
We have all achieved success and faced challenges in a variety of different ways and through these discussions, we will learn about how the choices we make can determine the paths that we are meant to follow.
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Michael W. Scott is a Hamilton, Ontario based freelance drummer/educator who has been working in the industry for over 30 years. His extensive education background and experience has allowed him to adapt to many different musical genres and has built his reputation for being positive, prepared and professional.
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