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About Kristen Kumpf

Editor: Born and raised in New Jersey, Kristen has always had a passion for music, which has taken her from singing to radio DJing to music marketing. Kristen lives in NYC and is constantly searching for new music and talent who use their voice to inspire others. Her all-time favorite artists are Johnny Cash and Bruce Springsteen. Favorite Cause: To Write Love On Her Arms
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Love 41: Actively Involved In The Welfare Of The Rwandan Community
7 years ago

Love 41: Actively Involved In The Welfare Of The Rwandan Community

Each year nearly 25% of Americans participate in some volunteer work. More often than not, many of us come away from volunteering – whether it be a one-time charity event …
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Actress Bethany Joy Lenz Talks On Navigating Life, Projects and Philanthropy
8 years ago

Actress Bethany Joy Lenz Talks On Navigating Life, Projects and Philanthropy

You might wonder what Bethany Joy Lenz has been up to since her days of starring on One Tree Hill. Between touring with her band, acting in new shows on …
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Caitlin Crosby Of The Giving Keys On Speaking Up About Important Issues
8 years ago

Caitlin Crosby Of The Giving Keys On Speaking Up About Important Issues

There are so many women in today’s media who are in the spotlight for the wrong reasons, focusing on superficial values rather than using their celebrity status for social good. …
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5 Inspirational Songs of 2015 to Keep On Your 2016 Playlist
8 years ago

5 Inspirational Songs of 2015 to Keep On Your 2016 Playlist

Another year over, and another great list of songs, albums, and artists that made the year amazing. From Taylor Swift officially achieving world domination with her international 1989 tour, to …
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Patrick Awuah: Founder and President of Ashesi University [Issue 03 Exclusive]
9 years ago

Patrick Awuah: Founder and President of Ashesi University [Issue 03 Exclusive]

By  •  Issue 03

“If you don’t try, then you kind of fail already.”

This is Patrick Awuah’s outlook on life, and it has served him well. After growing up in Ghana, …
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5 Inspirational Songs of 2014 To Keep On Your 2015 Playlist
9 years ago

5 Inspirational Songs of 2014 To Keep On Your 2015 Playlist

2014 was a big year for the music industry. Artists found new ways to promote their music, with strategies ranging from removing themselves from Spotify to dumping their albums …
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“The Theory of Everything” A Film About Defying the Impossible Odds
9 years ago

“The Theory of Everything” A Film About Defying the Impossible Odds

 

“The Theory of Everything,” in theaters on November 7, is not simply a movie about Stephen Hawking. It is not about his theories around astrophysics; it is not …
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Oh Honey Brings a Sweet New Sound to the Music Scene
10 years ago

Oh Honey Brings a Sweet New Sound to the Music Scene

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If you’re searching for a fresh new sound to brighten your mood and lift your spirits, look no further: Oh Honey is relatively new to …
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Governors Ball Gives Back to NYC
10 years ago

Governors Ball Gives Back to NYC

New York City kicked off this year’s festival season with a bang: Governors Ball Music Festival was a three-day whirlwind of hot sun and even hotter bands. …
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Summer Playlist: Take A Break With 10 Songs to Kick Off The Sunshine
10 years ago

Summer Playlist: Take A Break With 10 Songs to Kick Off The Sunshine

Mother Nature is finally rewarding us after a harsh winter with some sunshine and warm weather, and the city is bustling with people aching for summer. One …
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Oh, What A Life: ‘American Authors’ Inspire Through Music
10 years ago

Oh, What A Life: ‘American Authors’ Inspire Through Music

Last spring I sat down with Brooklyn-based band American Authors in the park at Union Square, right as they were gearing up for a nationwide tour and just getting …
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Pivot: TV That Sparks Conversation And Inspires Change
10 years ago

Pivot: TV That Sparks Conversation And Inspires Change

 

Pivot sparks conversation, inspires change and illuminates issues through engaging content.

For any of you who have wasted an entire Saturday afternoon flipping through the TV guide …
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From Invisibility to Inclusion: Children With Disabilities
10 years ago

From Invisibility to Inclusion: Children With Disabilities

“Children do not accept unnecessary limits. Neither should we.”

That statement, made in the 2013 edition of The State of the World’s Children by UNICEF’s Executive Director, sums up …
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5 Inspirational Songs of 2013
10 years ago

5 Inspirational Songs of 2013

Musicians in today’s spotlight have the rare opportunity to entertain their audiences while also expressing themselves through the music they create. Each song is a unique chance …
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Listen Up Adults: A Call to Action Film from Children in Nicaragua
10 years ago

Listen Up Adults: A Call to Action Film from Children in Nicaragua

Earlier in the year, Conscious Magazine had the opportunity to get a deeper look into the efforts behind Gwapa (Beautiful), a documentary by Thirsty Girl Films that followed the …
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Farm Aid Promotes Local Farming Through Music
11 years ago

Farm Aid Promotes Local Farming Through Music

Living in New York City, the most rural experience that most of us have is hitting up a farmer’s market in Union Square or Brooklyn. It’s our chance to …
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SummerStage Brings Culture to New Yorkers
11 years ago

SummerStage Brings Culture to New Yorkers

If you are looking for an escape from the hot and crowded city streets without actually having to leave Manhattan, search no further. The SummerStage festival gives you the …
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Summer Music Festivals With Local + Global Impact
11 years ago

Summer Music Festivals With Local + Global Impact

Summer has finally arrived, and for a music lover that means one thing: music festivals.

While going to a concert is enjoyable year-round, there is something about …
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Every Beat Counts: OneRepublic Uses Heart Beat as Inspiration
11 years ago

Every Beat Counts: OneRepublic Uses Heart Beat as Inspiration

With the right inspiration, music has the ability to come alive and reach people in a powerful and unique way. And that is exactly what OneRepublic had …
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A Call to Action Through Film: A Place At The Table
11 years ago

A Call to Action Through Film: A Place At The Table

What started as a search for new music from one of my favorite bands, The Civil Wars, turned into my discovery of an amazing film documenting the …
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