In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Declan, a DJ, part-time actor, and lifelong Michael Jackson fan from Cork, Ireland. Declan shares how his creative life and personal identity have been shaped by the King of Pop, from his early discovery of Human Nature on a cassette tape to performing as a Michael Jackson tribute artist.

He takes us through vivid memories of watching Moonwalker and trying to mimic MJ’s iconic moves as a kid. Declan’s passion is contagious, and his stories bring to life the powerful connection fans around the world feel toward Michael’s music, voice, and legacy.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• Declan’s emotional first experience hearing MJ’s voice
• The lasting impact of Thriller, Bad, and Moonwalker
• Childhood memories of recreating MJ scenes with friends
• How MJ continues to inspire Declan's creative work today
• A serendipitous connection found in an old scrapbook

Whether you're a longtime MJ fan or simply curious about how art and music shape identity, this episode is sure to move you.

Thank you for tuning in to this episode!

You can find Declan Here:

Facebook:

Declan Kiely (Jazz kelly)

Instagram:

@declankiely83

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or Email me at MJItsAllForLove@gmail.com and let's have a chat.

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In this heartfelt episode of It’s All for Love, host Cheryl Mazza sits down with the wonderful Dara from Pennsylvania. Dara, a passionate music lover and college junior, shares her journey of rediscovering Michael Jackson after years away from his music.

In This Episode:
✅ How Dara first discovered Michael Jackson as a child
✅ The emotional moment that brought her back to his music
✅ The impact of Michael’s songs on her life and personal struggles
✅ Attending MJ: The Musical and meeting the cast
✅ Michael’s lasting legacy of love, kindness, and inspiration

Join us for a conversation full of nostalgia, music, and deep admiration for the King of Pop. Thank you for tuning in to this episode!

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In this episode Cheryl chats with Jaymes from Hot Apollo — a neurodivergent and non-binary poet, actor, model, and frontman of the world's sparkliest rock band! Jaymes shares how Michael Jackson first captured his imagination with groundbreaking music videos and timeless storytelling. From childhood Christmas mornings spent watching MJ's videos to how Michael's creativity continues to inspire his music and poetry today, Jaymes reflects on the lasting impact of Michael's artistry. They also chat about the importance of embracing childlike wonder and staying true to creative passion. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation filled with love, music, and a little MJ magic! ❤️

In this episode, Jaymes and Cheryl talk about:

• How Jaymes became a Michael Jackson fan.
• Michael Jackson’s influence on Jaymes’ life and creativity.
• The artistic impact of Michael’s music videos, particularly Thriller and Remember the Time.
• Michael’s evolution as an artist and his commitment to excellence.
• Favorite Michael Jackson songs and music videos.

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✨ Links & Guest Info:
Find Jaymes and Hot Apollo: FB, IG, TikTok - @hotapollo, https://linktr.ee/HotApollo
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You can find Jaymes Here:

Facebook:

@hotapollo

Instagram:

@hotapollo

TikTok:

@hotapollo

Twitter:

@hotapollo

Website:

https://linktr.ee/HotApollo

Hot Apollo everywhere else including Spotify, Bandcamp, Apple, etc

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Are you interested in being a guest and want to tell your story on how Michael Jackson came into your life and inspired you?

Schedule a Coffee Chat with me here:

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or Email me at MJItsAllForLove@gmail.com and let's have a chat.

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Website:

allforlovepod.com

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