In this heartfelt episode, Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Diane Schuur (affectionately called "Deeds") returns to The Blind Chick for a deeply personal conversation. She shares updates on her life, the challenges of Meniere’s disease, her transition to assisted living at the Motion Picture Television Fund, and the loss of her beloved cat, Puss Puss.
Deeds reflects on the resilience she’s built throughout her career, her 35 years of sobriety, and how she continues to find joy in music, friendships, and storytelling. She also reminisces about Concert in the Dark, her past experiences on the show, and her connection with hosts Penn and Moses Street.
✨ Stay tuned for Part 2, where Deeds has a special birthday surprise for Penn!
Chapter Markers
📌 00:00 – Welcome to The Blind Chick
📌 00:27 – Penn’s upcoming birthday & a past birthday surprise
📌 02:46 – A special global birthday card idea for Penn
📌 04:58 – Introducing guest Diane “Deeds” Schuur
📌 07:20 – Deeds’ diagnosis with Meniere’s disease
📌 09:49 – A major life transition & moving to an assisted living facility
📌 13:37 – Reflecting on Concert in the Dark
📌 16:05 – The loss of Puss Puss, her beloved cat
📌 18:28 – Finding peace and spreading joy despite life’s challenges
📌 20:54 – Celebrating 35 years of sobriety
📌 22:50 – Singing & playing piano at her new residence
📌 25:12 – Memories of impromptu piano performances with Penn & Moses
📌 27:37 – Looking ahead: What’s next for Deeds?
📌 30:00 – Closing thoughts & Part 2 preview
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