Tim Kulig Free Music Podcast is about Tim Kulig, his journey to building a MASSIVE library of music available for free with attribution under Creative Commons, and the creators and industry that surrounds his journey.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 5:21
In this TKFM Quick Hit, Tina Berger and I explore the intersection of social impact, environmental preservation, and investment strategies. We dive into and discuss how aligning…
Sep 24, 2026 · 37:14
...of me whining and complaining about not being as productive as last year. :) Ha ha! Got you! But seriously, I've reconciled why I've had a relatively light, unproductive year…
Sep 22, 2026 · 3:25
One of the most fascinating things about filmmaking to me is the beginning... Where did you come up with your idea? Who is going to execute it? How much thought / design went…
Sep 17, 2026 · 1:34:32
Having CJ Guzan on is always a pleasure...and a journey! What was supposed to be me getting updates from HIM turned into a cornucopia of discussion - in full…
Sep 15, 2026 · 3:39
Creating art isn't always all fun and games. Often times, it's discipline and habit consistency that gets new ideas down and published. It isn't always fun - sometimes it's an…
Sep 10, 2026 · 1:14:49
I absolutely LOVE serendipitous meetings... Tina and I met because she graciously contributed to my royalty-free music-writing cause, and in doing so exposed me to her book…
Sep 8, 2026 · 2:46
How does an artist push past creative blocks and issue? What tools do they use? Techniques, self-reinforcing disciplines? This is what Alexander Nakarada and I get into in this…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:30:14
The wait is over - I've finally found time for both Ryan and I to connect on a podcast and celebrate this full-stack programmer and great friend :)! Ryan Buhr shares his journey…
Sep 1, 2026 · 4:49
True service and selflessness is a journey many of us aspire to. It's not only relegated to people doing energy work; many other sectors and spaces can add value to the world…
Aug 27, 2026 · 1:20:54
Mike Aransky and I catch up on a TON of things in this episode. Employment. Movies. Video Games. The entertainment industry as a whole. The state of AI in all of it. And, the…
Aug 25, 2026 · 3:22
How does one begin exploring Reiki and energy work / healing? Jonas breaks it down super quick and easy in this 3-4 minute TKFM Quick Hits episode...won't you join the…
Aug 20, 2026 · 1:18:28
In this episode, Tom Seymour and I dig into our recent projects, film festival strategies, and what we've learned about independent filmmaking and marketing. We share practical…
Aug 18, 2026 · 3:28
Can we consider "Video Dreams" to be one of the Top Underground Films of the Year?! It's debatable, but we have a track record with this year's festival run that supports that…
Aug 13, 2026 · 58:47
Tommy D has been battling an industry giant for the better part of 2 decades! In this episode, Tommy shares his 16-year battle against Live Nation/Ticketmaster, highlighting the…
Aug 11, 2026 · 4:08
After decades of being on both sides of independent filmmaking and distribution, Ron Bonk discusses how there's nothing like being on the set of a movie. Come join us as we…
Aug 6, 2026 · 56:03
In this episode, Mark Winters shares his extraordinary journey from rocket scientist to passionate musician, exploring how his engineering background influences his music…
Aug 4, 2026 · 4:55
Ron Bonk started off making independent films. Very early in his career, he started his own distribution company, SRS Cinemas LLC, to distribute his independent films. Shortly…
Jul 30, 2026 · 45:20
In this episode, Phil shares his fascinating journey through journalism, film critique, and acting, highlighting how serendipity and passion shaped his diverse career. We explore…
Jul 28, 2026 · 4:09
Physical media IS DEAD. You'd think with the popularity and market saturation of streaming services physical media is gone, but is it, truly? Not according to Ron Bonk, producer…
Jul 23, 2026 · 47:03
Join me this week for my exciting interview with Amani Roberts! In this episode, Amani Roberts shares his journey from growing up in DC to becoming a DJ, music business…
Jul 21, 2026 · 3:39
Today on TKFM Quick Hits, Alexander Nakarada and I discuss the absolute freedom associated with being royalty-free composers. No agenda, no one twisting our creative visions.…
Jul 16, 2026 · 1:04:11
This week, Tom Seymour & I explore the intricacies of independent filmmaking, music production, and the influence of advertising and media on society. Together we share insights…
Jul 14, 2026 · 4:33
On this week's TKFM Quick Hit, Alexander Nakarada and I discuss reaching back into the back catalog of ideas to find inspiration, catalyze creativity, or just to be productive!…
Jul 9, 2026 · 34:51
In this episode, I have the wonderful privilege of interviewing Katie McGrath, Yin Yoga practioner! Katie McGraw shares her expertise on Yin Yoga, its benefits, training, and how…
Jul 7, 2026 · 3:05
Join me and Phil Hall as we discuss his career evolution from journalism to PR in today's TKFM Quick Hit! Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/…
Jul 2, 2026 · 1:19:11
Jeff...how are ya!? Yup - Jeff Mielcarz is like no other human being I've ever met, and I'm glad. Spanning over 40 years, Jeff is one of my oldest friends and a prolific and…
Jun 25, 2026 · 22:19
Can you believe it!? 100 episodes of The Tim Kulig Free Music Podcast! Woo-hoo! "Tim Kulig celebrates his 100th episode milestone, reflecting on his music journey, podcast…
Jun 23, 2026 · 3:54
In this Quick Hits segment, Jonas and I discuss The Path to Enlightenment, Chakras, and Reiki and meditative practices. We delve into some heady discussion about our place in…
Jun 18, 2026 · 44:56
This week, filmmaker P.M. Nelson shares his journey from self-taught actor to award-winning director and producer. Discover insights on building a career in filmmaking, the…
Jun 16, 2026 · 2:34
In this Quick Hits episode, Tom & I update on the progress of the "Video Dreams" festival run, and some of the official selections we were fortunate to obtain in the first…
Jun 11, 2026 · 1:03:58
In this episode, Tom Seymour & I discuss our recent projects, film festival experiences, and insights into the world of independent filmmaking and distribution. We share valuable…
Jun 9, 2026 · 4:57
This TKFM Quick Hit delves into part of an interview I had with Damian of Frequency Digital... We were discussing the YouTube space, specifically the difference between a Content…
Jun 4, 2026 · 57:51
Today, I got to interview Alessia of Quantumtainment! In our discussion, Alessia shares her journey into manifestation, the importance of nervous system regulation, and practical…
Jun 2, 2026 · 4:00
Anyone who knows me, even on a cursory level, knows that I very much enjoy video games. They have been a part of my life since the Atari 2600. Recently, Tom & I discovered Arc…
May 29, 2026 · 3:22
This one's a GREAT Quick Hit to finish out your week - talking about Universal Energy with Jonas! Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/…
May 28, 2026 · 34:12
Mark Savant shares his journey from podcast production to leveraging AI for business growth. Discover practical tips on integrating AI tools, niching strategies, and building…
May 26, 2026 · 2:44
I watched Dawson's Creek. Yes, I said it. Young adult TV drama at its best. ...and James Van Der Beek was an icon of the show. His recent lost battle with cancer just reminds me…
May 23, 2026 · 3:49
YouTuber Markiplier took $3M and his almost 40M subscribers and showed the world that you can make $50M on a $3M movie by engaging the support of your follower base. What does…
May 21, 2026 · 18:47
This week is what the TV sitcom industry calls a "Bottle Episode" - except instead of just 1 room you'll be hanging out w/me in the car! Just a bit of catch up on all things Tim…
May 19, 2026 · 3:34
When making art, we sometimes fall into these paralysis of analysis rabbit holes, seemingly lost in rewrites, edits, and self-doubt about the final product. It's times like these…
May 14, 2026 · 1:15:55
This week, I had the absolute privilege an pleasure to interview and discuss music with the one and only John Brennan! Join us for an in-depth conversation with John Brennan, a…
May 12, 2026 · 2:57
One thing that drove me nuts over the years was the removal / replacement of key actors or acting voices in beloved TV shows or series. The infamous replacement of Bo & Luke Duke…
May 7, 2026 · 57:26
This week, join Tom Seymour & me for an in-depth conversation about independent filmmaking, festival strategies, and music production. Discover insights on film festival…
May 5, 2026 · 4:52
Chris Douyard has explored varying jobs and disciplines over the time I've known him. One of the most fascinating arcs for him, for me, has been seeing him move through academia…
Apr 30, 2026 · 53:43
I had the great privilege and pleasure of interviewing Ron Bonk of SRS Cinema earlier this month! In our talk, Ron Bonk shared his extensive journey in moviemaking, distribution,…
Apr 28, 2026 · 3:17
In this TKFM Quick Hit, Diane of History Goes Bump and I discuss the evolution of podcasting and how many shows are pivoting to include video elements, or full-on video podcast…
Apr 25, 2026 · 3:24
Chris Rapozo talks about his new book and higher education in this installment of TKFM Quick Hits. Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/…
Apr 23, 2026 · 49:09
In this insightful interview, Damian shares his journey from healthcare to helping build Frequency Digital, a platform specializing in royalty-free music and content ID…
Apr 21, 2026 · 3:28
In music, in social media content, in life in general, authenticity hits differently... Your audience, whoever that may be, can spot this a mile a way. Are you being you, or are…
Apr 18, 2026 · 2:47
My path with education was not typical... I took breaks in my undergraduate path. Many. It took me 12 years to finish that journey, then I took a year off, then proceeded for 4…
Apr 16, 2026 · 1:00:30
This week, Alexander Nakarada and I regroup to discuss motivations and statuses following the grueling Norwegian winter and my hiatus since hitting 1,000 published tracks. Turns…
Apr 11, 2026 · 2:44
People that know Chris Rapozo won't believe what I'm about to say... Just after coming to the United States in his early 20s, Chris gained 20lbs to be the heaviest he's ever…
Apr 9, 2026 · 47:13
Jonas Kristensen, a Reiki master, shares his transformative spiritual journey that began unexpectedly during a low point in his life. He discusses the pivotal moments that…
Apr 7, 2026 · 3:37
Music publishing requires constant pivots and adjustments, and distribution is no exception... Recently I discovered an option to get my music distributed to 3Xs the DSPs that my…
Apr 4, 2026 · 3:54
Like it or not, some of this new AI technology is breaking down barriers of entry for independent filmmakers. If done right, some of this tech can really enhance a production and…
Apr 2, 2026 · 27:37
This week, I'm sharing updates on my music production, distribution changes, new projects, and personal health journey, offering insights into the creative process and industry…
Mar 31, 2026 · 3:02
Kelly and I get into my long walks of introspection at Flatwoods Park down here in Florida. We also touch on some genres of music that he'll be needing in his campaigns coming…
Mar 26, 2026 · 1:07:35
For the first time in 2026, Eric and I catch up on all things "Shoot the Guns 2", as well as the state of freelancing, Hollywood, AI, etc. A fun jaunt and discussion, motivation…
Mar 24, 2026 · 2:53
Every once in awhile a game comes along that really pushes novelty and innovation. Arc Raiders is one of those games, and I didn't even LIKE it the first 10 or so hours of…
Mar 19, 2026 · 53:27
After about a 1 month hiatus, Tim & Tom are BACK! This episode, we catch up on the festival run, talk about Enter the Television progress, and Tim's officially off of his 3-month…
Mar 17, 2026 · 3:34
It's remarkable what you can learn about people you admire, even 30+ years later... In my interview w/John Smayda, he let me know that he had an incredible opportunity to work…
Mar 12, 2026 · 1:05:23
Kelly is BACK! It's always fun to catch up with Kelly of Dork Tales - maybe the BEST YouTuber out there for DnD campaigns I know of. I've gone on record before discussing Kelly:…
Mar 10, 2026 · 4:05
In this Quick Hit episode, John Smayda and I discuss the power of removing the paywall in my music catalog, and how that's allowed me to be heard ten of millions of times over…
Mar 5, 2026 · 1:32:33
This week, Chris Douyard and I reflect on our long-standing friendship and the various paths our lives have taken over the years. We discuss the challenges of navigating…
Mar 3, 2026 · 3:54
Imagine being a High School Freshman. For some of us, that was a LONG time ago... Now...imagine being in the High School Rock Band and getting the opportunity to record at Ace…
Feb 26, 2026 · 18:04
This is it! Our recent trip to San Francisco and our premiere of "Video Dreams" at The Roxie Theater! About 20 minutes of footage, including the Q&A and some cuts to scenes in…
Feb 24, 2026 · 2:40
Jimi Hendrix. Janis Joplin. Jim Morrison. Kurt Kobain. Why did these and many more musicians have their lives cut short so young, and at the same age of 27? It has happened so…
Feb 19, 2026 · 56:11
Ever since I was first introduced to Chris Rapozo several years ago, I've had great admiration for him. Since then, we've both moved on to other work adventures, and I thought it…
Feb 17, 2026 · 4:17
One oft forgotten unsung hero of the internet is the e-mail list. In a world with social media focuses, YouTube, Tweets, blog posts, it's easy to assume that e-mail and e-mail…
Feb 14, 2026 · 2:41
Cats: what are they all about? Who are they? And why do they interrupt our podcasts? :) During a recent podcast w/Olivia of Via Frequency, we discuss this at "Cat Length"! How…
Feb 12, 2026 · 59:01
Recently, I sat down with John Smayda—my former music teacher and mentor from Plainville High School—and we got into his journey through music education, what shaped his teaching…
Feb 10, 2026 · 4:14
Have you ever filled your schedule up so much you don't have a second to breathe? A second to reflect on what you've done and accomplished? Feeling like you need to live up to…
Feb 8, 2026 · 32:14
In this episode of the Tim Kulig Free Music Podcast, I sit down with Tom Seymour and Mike Aransky to recap our time at the San Francisco Indie Fest—what we saw, how audiences…
Feb 7, 2026 · 2:51
In this TKFM Quick Hit, Mike Aransky and I delve into Extractions Shooters and what they mean to the next generation of gamers (and legacy gamers like ourselves!) One of the…
Feb 5, 2026 · 1:35:14
Diane Student and I had a fun, wide-ranging conversation about how music production and podcasting have evolved—and what it takes now to actually keep an audience engaged. We…
Feb 3, 2026 · 3:18
In this TKFM Quick Hit episode, Mike Aransky talks about the arc from burning out to getting a job offer. Life's pretty wild - when you least expect it, the next opportunity…
Jan 29, 2026 · 1:08:53
CJ and I got into a real, honest talk about creativity — where it comes from, how you keep it alive, and how it shows up in different forms. We talked about improv and that…
Jan 27, 2026 · 3:28
Alexander Nakarada and I discuss all things music, specifically touching on the subject of being authentic in your creation of music and themes. Although approaches may vary,…
Jan 24, 2026 · 4:34
In this Quick Hit, Tom and I discuss the San Francisco Independent Film Festival which we'll be attending in February, 2026 to promote the screening of "Video Dreams" and…
Jan 22, 2026 · 46:47
This week, me and Tom Seymour discuss our experiences in the film industry, particularly focusing on the independent film festival circuit. We share insights on the importance of…
Jan 17, 2026 · 2:46
When it's too much to make full compilations or focus on a specific genre of music, I just sit down and come up with ideas. I call it my "Monday/Friday Ideation." It's a really…
Jan 15, 2026 · 48:21
Part 2 of 2! Mike and I dig into his career timeline—starting in the early, scrappy days of new media, learning the ropes by taking opportunities as they came, and leveling up…
Jan 15, 2026 · 3:34
"Winnebago Man" was a very niche documentary about a roughly 4 minute compilation of out-takes from a corporate video promotion gone sideways. Jack Rebney, a seemingly…
Jan 13, 2026 · 3:58
What better way for an independent movie producer and director to get their film in front of an audience than a film festival run? That's been our stance and our discovery over…
Jan 8, 2026 · 46:11
Part 1 of 2! Mike and I dig into his career timeline—starting in the early, scrappy days of new media, learning the ropes by taking opportunities as they came, and leveling up…
Jan 1, 2026 · 1:18:19
(This is the most hair I've EVER seen on Alex's head, BTW! LOL!) Happy New Year! Today, Me and Alex Nakarada discuss the challenges of winter, the creative process in music…
Dec 25, 2025 · 1:17:56
Merry Christmas Everyone! Takeaways Melbourne Underground Film Festival is a significant platform for independent filmmakers. Film festivals serve as a crucial stepping stone for…
Dec 18, 2025 · 34:23
The Journey of Music Production In this episode, I sit down with mentor, inspiration and friend Kevin MacLeod to talk about the real journey of music production — the highs, the…
Dec 15, 2025 · 54:37
This is part two of my conversation with Olivia, where we dive deep into the creative process and what it really means to stay authentic as an artist. We talk about how music…
Dec 11, 2025 · 59:07
This week, in Part 1, Tim Kulig and Olivia discuss the unpredictable nature of social media platforms, the impact of algorithms on content visibility, and the importance of…
Dec 4, 2025 · 58:46
I did it! Tim Kulig and Tom Seymour discuss the journey of creating a thousand royalty-free music tracks, the altruistic motivations behind royalty-free music, and the impact of…
Nov 20, 2025 · 33:15
Summary This week, Tom Seymour and Tim Kulig Free Music chat with Emmy-nominated filmmaker Jon Navarro about his journey into filmmaking, the challenges he faced, and the…
Nov 13, 2025 · 1:07:22
Summary This week, Tim Kulig and Tom Seymour discuss the creative process behind music production and independent filmmaking. They share insights on the challenges and successes…
Nov 6, 2025 · 14:30
Summary In this episode, Tim Kulig shares exciting updates about his music production journey, including his goal of releasing a thousand songs by the end of the year. He…
Oct 24, 2025 · 23:20
Summary In this conversation, Tim Kulig discusses his prolific music production journey, sharing insights into his recent achievements, future projects, and the creative…
Oct 14, 2025 · 1:13:15
Another week, another kitchen sink episode... I've been in a massive writing / editing / publishing blitz the last 4 weeks, and the podcast schedule has been suffering for it.…
Oct 1, 2025 · 1:39:22
This week we talk about...EVERYTHING! And...what the hell Camtasia?! Why you making my files so damned big? Gotta figure that out so I can place in the intro / outro properly.…
Sep 12, 2025 · 1:26:29
(*video version on YouTube this week - issues uploading video this week*) Summary This week, Kelly and Tim discuss their personal lives, including the challenges of managing…
Sep 4, 2025 · 52:11
This week, Tom & I are starting an interesting journey... Once we've taken our most recent movie project to the festival circuit, and it's been spending some time running through…
Aug 28, 2025 · 42:54
Another studio session week! Yes, I'm back in the studio - feels like I haven't left lol! I'm auditioning / sampling patches in Occular Sound's Analog Strings pack to get ready…
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