Category: Podcasts

  • Episode 122 – The Felice Brothers

    Ian Felice, the songwriting force behind this mainstay of American roots music, joins the show to talk about his writing process and his years on the road with Bright Eyes, Justin Townes Earle, and many others. Read more

  • Episode 121 – Oliver Wood of The Wood Brothers

    The Grammy-nominated journeyman talks about cutting his teeth in Atlanta blues clubs and his method of songwriting that follows the song wherever it goes. Read more

  • Episode 120 – Amy Ray of the Indigo Girls

    This legendary folk songwriter stops by the show to discuss her techniques for sculpting melody, structuring the bridge of a song, and navigating the ever-shifting sands of the music business. Read more

  • Episode 119 – Sean McConnell returns

    This chart-topping songwriter returns to the show to discuss his new Silent Desert Studio, producing albums for other artists, and trying to capture a creative moment the first time that it happens. Read more

  • Episode 118 – Jim Lauderdale

    This Grammy winning songwriter reflects on his years of collaboration with Elvis Costello, Ralph Stanley, and Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter. Read more

  • Episode 117 – Amy Helm

    This Grammy winning songwriter, singer, and producer reflects on her years making music with her father Levon Helm and carrying on with her own solo career. Read more

  • Episode 116 – Mary Gauthier

    This Grammy-nominated songwriter talks about mid-career shift to music, writing songs with wounded veterans, and teaching younger songwriters to find their voice. Read more

  • Episode 115 – Dashboard Confessional

    Chris Carrabba, the auteur behind this legendary emo band, discusses the twists and turns of a career that has included Gold records, MTV music awards, and truly devoted fanbase. Read more

  • Episode 114 – Allison Russell

    After many years in celebrated roots music groups such as Po’ Girl, Birds of Chicago, and Our Native Daughters, this songwriter has released a critically acclaimed debut album under her own name. Read more

  • Episode 113 – Paul Thorn

    This native of Tupelo MS talks his early years as a boxer, signing to A&M records in the late 1990s, and touring with legendary artists such as Sting and John Prine. Read more