<p>This week’s episode is all about showing up with intention — whether it’s on stage, in life, or creatively.</p><p><br></p><p>I’m talking about:</p><p><br></p><p>* 🎤 The Maren Morris free concert that missed the mark — and why effort and presence matter, even when it’s a free show.</p><p>* 💿 Mariah Carey’s new album and how it feels like the return of grown, glittered, grounded Mariah.</p><p>* 🎶 Seeing Jon Batiste live and how his performance reminded me what it means to lead with soul and purpose.</p><p>* 💙 My mood board this week — blue hues, Bowie energy, and a real sense of gratitude for still being here.</p><p>* 🌟 The artists inspiring me right now: **JEMS**, Amber Mark, and Olivia Dean.</p><p><br></p><p>This one’s honest, reflective, and full of love for the kind of music that moves you.</p><p><br></p><p>---</p><p><br></p><p>**Stream it now wherever you get your podcasts, and make sure to follow *Life and Times with Quinton* for more weekly doses of music, art, and real talk.**</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>