The Molten Truth | Returning Guest Glenda Music

Episode Release: November 7, 2026

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Have you ever had an idea that excited you so much you could hardly wait to get started? Maybe it was a creative project, a career change, a business, or something you'd wanted to do for years but kept putting off.

And then reality showed up.

You needed more time. More money. More confidence. A better plan. Maybe you needed to feel just a little less afraid.

It's easy to spend so much time preparing to begin that we never actually do.

When singer-songwriter Glenda Music returned to The Molten Truth, she brought news of two very different projects that share a common thread: the willingness to follow an idea, give it life, and see where it leads.

One is an interactive live experience designed to help people reconnect with their potential. The other is a song inspired by an often-overlooked chapter of American history.

Both offer a glimpse into what can happen when passion becomes action.

When a Concert Becomes Something More

Glenda has spent much of her life making music, but her newest venture, Soul on Fire, takes her work in an exciting direction.

Imagine combining the energy of a concert, the thought-provoking ideas of a TED-style talk, and the practical participation of a workshop. Add music, storytelling, reflection, and opportunities to connect with other people, and you begin to understand what Glenda is creating.

This isn't an experience designed simply to entertain an audience for an hour or two. It's intended to help people leave with something they can use.

Glenda wants participants to explore their courage, confidence, and sense of purpose. Journaling and interactive activities encourage them to engage with the material rather than just listen to it.

And she's already seen something encouraging happen.

Following an early trial of the program, two attendees were inspired to create their own gathering for women. What began as participation in Glenda's experience became the catalyst for something new—something shaped by their own gifts and interests.

That detail struck me as particularly meaningful.

The goal isn't necessarily to get everyone to follow the same path. It's to help people discover the courage to follow their own.

One person's enthusiasm can become another person's starting point. That person, in turn, may inspire someone else. Before long, the original idea has grown into something its creator could never have produced alone.

That's the beauty of a ripple effect.

Five Words That Can Help You Find Your Way

During our conversation, Glenda shared a framework that guides her work and her approach to personal growth:

Clarity. Courage. Confidence. Commitment. Community.

These aren't simply five inspiring words to put on a poster. They describe a progression.

First, we need some clarity about what matters to us. That doesn't mean we must have our entire lives mapped out. Sometimes it's enough to recognize one thing we genuinely enjoy or one direction we'd like to explore.

Then comes courage—the willingness to do something with that knowledge, even when we aren't sure how things will turn out.

Confidence often grows through experience. We try something, learn from it, and discover that we're capable of more than we thought. Commitment helps us continue beyond the initial excitement, while community gives us opportunities to connect with people who encourage, challenge, and support us.

Of course, life doesn't always unfold in a neat sequence. We may need to revisit one step while working on another. But the underlying principle is practical: we don't have to wait for perfect certainty before moving forward.

We can begin with what we know and learn as we go.

The Story Behind I Ride

Glenda is also bringing attention to a different kind of passion: her interest in telling stories through music.

Her song I Ride was inspired by the American Revolution and the messengers who rode to warn others that British forces were coming.

Many people know the name Paul Revere. Fewer recognize the contributions of the other riders, including Dr. Samuel Prescott and William Dawes.

As Glenda explored the history, she became interested in the larger story behind the familiar name. Her song grew from a desire to honor the courage and urgency of those who risked their safety to carry an important message.

For Glenda, the project was also an opportunity to learn more about the history of the country she calls home. She wanted to understand the people and convictions behind the events we often encounter only as brief passages in a history book.

The result is a musical interpretation of a moment when ordinary people faced extraordinary circumstances.

It also illustrates something I find fascinating about creative work: sometimes the idea that captures our attention isn't the one we expected to pursue. Curiosity takes us somewhere new, and before we know it, we've discovered a story that deserves to be told.

Your Passion Doesn't Have to Look Like Anyone Else's

One of the most encouraging parts of this conversation was Glenda's enthusiasm for people who devote themselves to unusual interests and specialized crafts.

We talked about communities that preserve historical skills, create clothing inspired by earlier centuries, and practice traditional arts. These aren't necessarily pursuits that fit conventional definitions of success. Some people do them professionally; others simply love the work.

What matters is the connection between the person and the activity.

Glenda's point is that we don't always know what we're passionate about until we try something. We may need to experiment, meet new people, or step outside our familiar routines before discovering the activity or community that feels right.

And our passions don't have to earn us a living to be worthwhile.

They can give us a sense of identity beyond our jobs and responsibilities. They can introduce us to people we might never otherwise meet. They can bring creativity and curiosity back into lives that have become overly focused on simply getting through the day.

Sometimes, the next step isn't a dramatic life change. It might be joining a group, taking a class, picking up an instrument, or finally exploring an idea you've been carrying around for years.

Protecting the Gift You Want to Share

Glenda has another perspective worth considering: talent needs care.

She began performing professionally at 16 and made a conscious decision early in life to avoid alcohol and drugs. She knew she wanted to develop her musical abilities and protect the voice that allowed her to do what she loved.

Her choices weren't about following a trend or meeting someone else's expectations. They were connected to a personal decision about what she wanted to accomplish.

That distinction matters.

When we're clear about what we value, we have a better foundation for deciding what deserves our time and energy—and what might interfere with our goals.

The distractions will always be there. So will opportunities that look appealing but don't necessarily take us where we want to go.

We can't control every circumstance, but we can make thoughtful choices about how we respond to them.

So, What Sets Your Soul on Fire?

By the end of our conversation, Glenda returned to a simple but powerful message: if something matters to you, take a step toward it, even if you're frightened and don't yet know how to make it happen.

You don't need to see the entire road. You need to be willing to start walking.

Maybe you'll discover that your original idea needs to change. Maybe you'll meet someone who opens an unexpected door. Or perhaps you'll find that the experience itself teaches you something you couldn't have learned by waiting.

And don't underestimate what your willingness to act might mean to someone else. As Glenda's Soul on Fire experience has already demonstrated, inspiration can travel far beyond the person who first sparked it.

I'd love to know: What's one thing you've wanted to try but haven't yet taken the first step toward?

Perhaps it's time to give that idea a little attention.

Listen to the full conversation on The Molten Truth to hear Glenda Music discuss Soul on Fire, the inspiration behind I Ride, and the importance of discovering your own gifts and putting them to work.

To learn more about Glenda's music, explore her projects, or inquire about bringing Soul on Fire to an organization, retreat, or private event, visit GlendaMusic.com.

You never know what a single step might set in motion.