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Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastBrobdingnagian Bards #96: Run Away From HomeIf you need a change, just run away from home. That's Andrew McKee's advice on the latest Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast. You'll hear more about road trips, vacations, Gen Con and learn what's new at Dragon Con this year. Dragon Con takes place on Labor Day weekend, August 28-September 1. See our schedule. Find out more about upcoming shows of Marc Gunn and Andrew McKee on our websites. Find out more about Brobdingnagian Bards and subscribe to our newsletter on Patreon.
2025-08-2043 min
DANG! The Todd Bridges PodcastAndrew McKee on Finding Your True Self (Without Moving to a Monastery) - Ep. 32What if peace isn’t something you chase—but something you stop doing? Todd and Bettijo sit down with life coach Andrew McKee to ask: What if you’re not who you think you are? (Cue the Twilight Zone music.) They dive into anxiety, identity, and why your thoughts might be full of it. It’s funny, deep, and might just quiet your brain—for once.SUMMARYReady to finally quiet the noise in your head? In this episode, Todd and Bettijo sit down with life coach and host of People Who Suffer, Andrew McKee, to explore...
2025-07-091h 15
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastWhy Make a Sequel to a Renaissance Faire CD? #95Greetings Nagians Another Faire to Remember is officially done. The music is off to the printers. Today, we start talking about the first five songs on the new album. Why are they there? What's the inspiration for them? What cool things happened in the recording process. This album is far more personal than we realized. So we're excited to talk about it and even share a song. Brobdingnagian Bards will be at Sherwood Forest Faire on the weekends of April 12-13 and 19-20. We might have smaller stage. But the show will be...
2025-04-0445 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastThe Unicorn Song #86How "The Unicorn Song" became a Brobdingnagian Bards staple while still standing out as 100% unique. Did the unicorns truly die a horrific death? It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #86 HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! We run our own record label. It is funded through the generosity of our Nagians on Patreon. Your kind support pays our bills, allows us to promote our music, and of...
2024-10-0925 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastDragon Con 2024 Bootleg Concert #85Enjoy an hour-long concert live from Dragon Con 2024. Hilarity may now ensue! It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #85 HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! We run our own record label. It is funded through the generosity of our Nagians on Patreon. Your kind support pays our bills, allows us to promote our music, and of course, it puts money in our pocke...
2024-09-251h 08Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastThe ScotsmanMarc and Andrew share how they found and add the song "The Scotsman" to their muscial repertoire. Plus, there's big news a-coming! It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #84 0:02 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! 1:19 - We run our own record label. It is funded through the generosity of our Nagians on Patreon. Your kind support pays our bills, allows us to promote our m...
2024-08-1419 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastIf I Had a Million DucatsWhat is a ducat anyway? Brobdingnagian Bards talk about their Barenaked Ladies parody of "If I Had a Million Dollars". Plus, you'll enjoy the Worst version of the song EVER in this episode. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #82 0:02 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. 1:01 - THANK YOU NAGIANS! We run our own record label. It is funded through the generosity of our Nagians on Pat...
2024-06-1231 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastSatisfiedA happy night drinking leads you to reflect on the good and the bad of life. Is it all worth it? Learn more about the song "Satisfied" this week on the show. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #81. 0:02 - Brobdingnagian Bards "Satisfied" from Songs of Ireland 4:45 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! We finance our music entir...
2024-05-0135 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastFrog Kissin'Sometimes you have to kiss a bunch of frogs to find true love. Listen to our story behind our song "Frog Kissin'" and get an update about our next CD. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #80 0:02 - NAGIANS ONLY: Bard Specific Content, Where were they? Rant about public domain and arrangements Andrew at Sherwood Marc's new CD Come Adventure With Me 19:48 - Brobdingnagian Bards "Wild Mountain Thyme" from A Faire to Remember — 23:44 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance mu...
2024-03-1527 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastExclamations!"Exclamations" is a parody of "Interjections" from Schoolhouse Rock. You'll learn the story behind this fun song. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #79 0:02 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard buy any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! We finance our music entirely through the monthly financial generosity and support of our fans on Patreon. Sign up to our individual Patreon pages so that you can access behind-the-scenes, Brobdingnagian Bards-exclusive content. You...
2024-01-2719 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastJedi Drinking Song, Dragon Con 2023May the Bards Be With You! Who slammed what at Dragon Con? Join Brobdingnagian Bards as they share their favorite moments at Dragon Con and throughout the summer. You'll also learn the little known story about their hit song "Jedi Drinking Song" which helped earn them a #1 album on CD Baby back in 2005. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #78 0:02 - HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. Andrew McKee THAN...
2023-09-2846 min
The NTM Growth Marketing PodcastThe NTM Growth Marketing Podcast #62 “How to Combat Today's Pervasive Negativity and Fear with Janet McKee”“When you learn to be aware of the possibilities that could flow to you from a place of less stress and struggle, then far more incredible things will happen.” -Janet McKee Janet McKee is a speaker, bestselling author, and high performance consultant and CEO of SanaView. She is one of only 200 elite coaches in the World Certified in High Performance by the High Performance Institute and is inducted as a member of the National Association of Experts, Writers, and Speakers. She is the author of the book Stressless Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of Pass...
2023-09-2536 minThe NTM Growth Marketing PodcastThe NTM Growth Marketing Podcast #62 "How to Combat Today's Pervasive Negativity and Fear with Janet McKee""When you learn to be aware of the possibilities that could flow to you from a place of less stress and struggle, then far more incredible things will happen." -Janet McKee Janet McKee is a speaker, bestselling author, and high performance consultant and CEO of SanaView. She is one of only 200 elite coaches in the World Certified in High Performance by the High Performance Institute and is inducted as a member of the National Association of Experts, Writers, and Speakers. She is the author of the book Stressless Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of...
2023-09-2536 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastRattlin' Bog HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. A Bard by any other name… would have a shorter name. THANK YOU NAGIANS! We finance our music entirely through the monthly, financial generosity and support of our fans on Patreon. Sign up to our individual Patreon pages so that you can access behind-the-scenes, Brobdingnagian Bards-exclusive content. You'll get an extended version of this podcast, bootleg concerts, videos, and first access to new songs. Support Andrew McKee at http://patreon.com/irishbard...
2023-05-2426 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastOld Dun Cow, Patreon, and SherwoodWhat crazy things happened at Sherwood Forest Faire. Patronage takes a big turn for the better. Why Old Dun Cow still blows audiences minds 20 years after we started playing it. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #76 HOW LONG IS A BROBDINGNAGIAN MINUTE? Today's theme: Patreon Song story: Old Dun Cow What's new? Sherwood Forest Faire Jordan Con Friday night show. Changing the primary merch category THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scottish songs and give them a...
2023-05-031h 01Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastJedi Mickey, Bards with ChatGPTEveryone is talking about AI with sites like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and DALL-E. What does the future hold? We may be just musicians but we started CompuBards, a musical computer repair business, because Andrew knows a lot about computers and has a curious mind. Marc knows a lot about marketing and follows trends. We're gonna share our take on artificial intelligence. Should you be excited or worried? And of course, we'll also break down our song "Jedi Mickey" and for patrons you'll hear us talk about our performance of "The Orange and The Green". ...
2023-03-0157 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastDo Virgins Taste Better?Do groundhogs taste better than than those that do not? We talk a wee bit bit about the movie. We also dig deep into the "Do Virgins Taste Better Medley". We can't help but compare what is funny now versus what used to be funny. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #74 THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scottish songs and give them a comedic twist. Their unique brand of music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin put Austin, Texas on the...
2023-01-2538 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastChristmas Time in TexasChristmas time in Texas is a very different experience from traditional motifs. Perhaps you too can relate to some of these things. We talk about the song from our Christmas EP. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #73 THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scottish songs and give them a comedic twist. Their unique brand of music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin put Austin, Texas on the Celtic music map. Brobdingnagian Bards music is financed entirely by their fans...
2022-12-0735 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastTop 5 Bards Songs for Dungeons & DragonsWhat are your Top 5 Brobdingnagian Bards songs that you play during your Dunegons & Dragons Campaign? We conducted a ranked-choice voting poll. We also discuss Andrew's new CD, The Irish Bard. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #72. THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scottish songs and give them a comedic twist. Their unique brand of music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin put Austin, Texas on the Celtic music map. Brobdingnagian Bards music is financed entirely by their fans in th...
2022-11-1536 min
PhD Career Stories#114: Interview with Andrew McKee: On quitting a PhD and a journey of self-discoverySometimes life hits you hard, and then you have to make new decisions you hadn’t imagined making. Previous goals and ambitions can evaporate, especially after enduring something emotionally, psychologically, and/or spiritually harrowing. Our guest Andrew McKee was tested by tragedy, on top of career confusion, when he entered an MD/PhD program but realized midway he wasn’t on the right track. He decided to quit his PhD and embarked on a journey of experimentation and self-discovery. Today, Andrew has 20+ years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and healthcare sectors. He is the CEO and...
2022-10-1539 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastHappily Ever After...with Banned BooksIt's a modern fairy tale based on a great book by Robert Munsch. The Paperbag Princess turns the classic knight saves the princess story on its end. Find out how the song was written on the next Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #71. WELCOME List of Banned Books from Secret Society of Books Find out more about Dragon Con when you become a Patron. What song would you like to hear us talk about? Andrew McKee has a new CD!!!! Buy it on Bandcamp. Next Time: Bog Down in the Valley UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee:...
2022-09-2126 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastA Fairy StoryWe're taking a flashback look and listen to A Fairy Story" on this new episode of the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast show #70. Is this song still PC? WELCOME Dragon Con New merch Marc's New Kickstarter for Come Adventure With Me What song would you like to hear us talk about? UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee: SEP 1-5: Dragon Con, Atlanta, GA SEP 10-11 Sherwood Celtic Festival NOV 5-DEC 11 Louisiana Renaissance Festival Marc Gunn: AUG 26: Three Taverns Brewery, Decatur, GA @ 6:30-9:30 PM SEP 1-5: Dragon Con, Atlanta, GA SEP 10-11: Middle Tennessee Highland...
2022-08-2430 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastSeven SistersSeven sisters turn to stone in solidarity for true love. It's a new song in the works on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #69. BARDIC CHAT CIRCLE Discussion of Album Pins Gen Con confirmed Andrew's New CD Evening at Bree New Lord of the Rings Series UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee, The Irish Bard AUG 4-7: Gen Con, Indianapolis, IN SEP 1-5: Dragon Con, Atlanta, GA SEP 10-11: Sherwood Forest Celtic Festival, Paige, TX NOV 5 - DEC 11: Louisiana Renaissance Festival, Hammond, LA Marc Gunn AUG 4-7: Gen Con, Indianapolis, IN AUG 11: Celtfather Live Streaming Concert @ 7:30...
2022-07-3021 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastWriting Another Faire to RememberWe were considering what songs we should include on our next album, Another Faire to Remember. Our most-popular songs are our originals. In this show, we brainstorm ideas for two new songs that we will write and share with you over the next few months. Another Faire to Remember continues our celebration of Renaissance festivals much like our hit CD A Faire to Remember. That album shared our picks of the Top 10 most-popular songs at faires. This one features some more brilliant songs from the circuit plus its time for us to start writing new songs together. ...
2022-04-2013 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastEven Sean Connery Can't Save it!How long is a Brobdingnagian Minute? It's between here aaaaand here... You'll have watch and listen to find out for sure. Get an ETD for Andrew's, not one but two, CDs. Find out why Marc is so happy with his brand new CD. The Brobdingnagian Bards are going back to Sherwood Forest Faire in April. But will Andrew actually be able to make a Bards show in time... without dying from exhaustion? And which nobleman did Marc almost kill last year when his mask came off. Are NFTs just a hoax to make...
2022-03-0239 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastClawing Up from ObscurityWhat does it take to go from a no name band to a "legend"? You probably won't find out in this episode. But you will hear about the Bards new CD, catch up on how Dragon Con and Gen Con went. Learn about Andrew's promise to release two new CDs before the end of the year. And why Marc's calendar is even more full than usual. Best of all, join our Nagians Only Club on Patreon and you will get new music every month. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #66. WHAT'S NEW
2021-10-2040 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastClawing Up from ObscurityWhat does it take to go from a no name band to a “legend”? You probably won’t find out in this episode. But you will hear about the Bards new CD, catch up on how Dragon Con and Gen Con went. Learn about Andrew’s promise to release two new CDs before the end of the year. And why Marc’s calendar is even more full than usual. Best of all, join our Nagians Only Club on Patreon and you will get new music every month. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #66. WHAT'S NEW
2021-10-0638 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastSongs that Get Stuck in Your HeadSome songs just get stuck in your head. It can be a joyous experience or torture. Marc Gunn and Andrew McKee explore some of those songs. We also announce the next CD that is coming. We talk about reunion shows and another Bog Off. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #65. WHAT'S NEW BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS NEWS * Chipmunk Bog-Off * Songs that get stuck in your head! * Ringtones for mood * Hello from Inara * Comfort level on stage * New Ludicrous Drive The Brobdingnagian Bards...
2021-08-0526 min
The Lindroth Hockey PodcastEpisode 30: Featuring Special Guest Mike McKee0:00- Show/Guest Introduction1:41- Mike McKee joins the show1:02:42- Mike McKee exits the show1:03:00- Final comments/thoughts End of Show
2021-06-111h 09Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastA Very Cunning Plan with Bard Coins... or DucatsMarc and Andrew catch up with each other in Texas where they performed together at Sherwood Forest Faire. They talk about the faire, masks, and vinyl records. Andrew explains what cryptocurrency is and why it sucks. Plus, start a very cunning plan to release an EP later this year. It's all in show #64. How Sherwood is going Team Moderna Mask wearing You have Cdsssss? Or stickers??? CDs on Vinyl or Edison Recorder New Bards EP being planned Got my money's worth Cryptocurrency & Blockchain & NFTs Andrew and Life's A Faire Marc and Local Shows The Brobdingnagian B...
2021-05-1936 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastBanned at Renaissance FairesMarc grills Andrew about what kind of precautions Sherwood Forest Faire is taking during the continued spread of COVID-19. Learn what's new with the Bards. And we pick some fun show titles. Are you missing the visual gags in this episode? Join the Nagians Only Club on Patreon. It's just $5 per month. Your support gives life to a poor, hungry bard. NOTES Zoom's influence Andrew's several jobs Covid precautions at Faire Sherwood Forest Faire Podcast updates and changes Organization software we use Show Titles ANDREW NEWS Norman Medieval Faire S...
2021-04-1538 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastOld Dun Cow RadioEnjoy some of your favorite Brobdingnagian Bards songs from Jedi to burning pubs and virgins. It's all right here, on show #62. If you're not already subscribed, you can do so at Bardbootlegs.com. You can also post a comment about the show on Apple Podcasts. TODAY IN BROBDINGNAG 0:35 - "Old Dun Cow" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales 4:30 - "Do Virgins Taste Better Medley" from A Faire to Remember 9:15 - "Lily the Pink" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales Alright, before we get back to the music. Andrew will teach you...
2021-03-1530 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastBards on Bards (But Not in a Sexual Way)Andrew and Marc are back to talk about the Sherwood Forest Faire, Dragon Con, an online internet concert, plus individual podcasts, upcoming shows, and lots more. It's on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #61. NOTES Show Titles Sherwood Forest Faire Bards Internet Concert on April 29. Paid Concert. Dragon Con Final Words ANDREW NEWS Life's a Faire Channel on Facebook and Youtube Dragon Con Admission sent in Brobdingnagian Bard shows at Sherwood April 24-25 and May 1-2 Sherwood Forest Faire New Jersey Ren Faire SHOWS Weekly Shows on Life's a Faire Monday night Talk Show "Fa...
2021-02-1045 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this thirty first episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Brande Watson about the RENAISSANCE CATASTROPHIC EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION (RCEAF). Chapter List: 00:36 Brande Pages Mentioned: www.rceaf.org to apply for assistance, and we also have blogs, a state by state listing of links to apply for unemployment, and a large resource list for other assistance programs, hotlines, and a network of foundations that help with mental health, abuse, addiction and more. https://www.facebook.com/events/1812608255562594/ THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2020 AT 7 PM CST – 8 PM CST The Stay the F...
2020-12-1535 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastBards talk about their Year!We talk about our ups and downs from the year as well as our methods of adjusting to the changing climate of music and performance. ---- This is Patreon Episode number 20 and overall Episode 60. ANDREW MCKEE SHOWS & NEWS New Years Eve Show - Shakespeare's New Year's Shakin' Eve! Youc an get tickets on EvenBrite $5 off Discount code: IRISH Life's A Faire Personal Livestreams coming up Patreon Pages for Lifesafaire and TheIrishBard MARC GUNN SHOWS & NEWS Weekly Coff...
2020-12-0943 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this thirtieth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Dan Kostelec. Chapter List: 00:36 Dan Pages Mentioned: Shakespeare's New Year's Shakin' Eve! https://www.facebook.com/events/981348629023881/ $5 off coupon code: IRISH https://www.facebook.com/ShakespeareApproves/ Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-12-0835 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty ninth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Leigh. Chapter List: 00:36 Leigh Pages Mentioned: www.cdc.gov www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-12-0128 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty eighth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to the other members of Life's a Faire. Chapter List: 00:36 Leigh and Elaysha Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-11-1851 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty seventh episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews three members of the music group, Totally Lost. Chapter List: 00:36 Totally Lost Pages Mentioned: Paypal.me/TotallyLostBand Facebook.com/TotallyLostBand Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-11-1028 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty sixth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Carmel Clavin. Chapter List: 00:36 Carmel Clavin Pages Mentioned: Glamour Hobo Field Notes Podcast GlamourHobo.Podbean.com Patreon.com/CarmelClavin Paypal.me/CarmelClavin Facebook.com/MechMaiden Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-11-0349 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty fifth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Tom Zadoyko of the Mud Squad. Chapter List: 00:36 Tom Zadoyko Pages Mentioned: Facebook.com/The-Mud-Squad-157558364263516 Facebook.com/buckleandswash/ www.parenfaire.com paypal.me/themudsquad Patreon.com/QuillandQuote Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-10-2743 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty fourth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews a new member of the Life's a Faire team, Elaysha. Chapter List: 00:36 Elaysha Pages Mentioned: Facebook.com/WWW.RenFaire Facebook.com/MonsterOfTheGeek Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-10-2043 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty third episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews a professional juggler and gamer, Paolo Garbanzo. Chapter List: 00:36 Paolo Garbanzo Paolo Garbanzo Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/PaoloGarbanzo Venmo - Venmo@PaoloGarbanzo Pages Facebook.com/Nat21Adventures GarbanzoJuggling.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-10-1344 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twenty second episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews an expert hammered dulcimer player named the Lady Victoria. Chapter List: 00:36 The Lady Victoria The Lady Victoria Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/TheLadyVictoria Venmo - Venmo.com/TheLadyVictoria Pages Squareup.com/store/TheLadyVictoria Facebook.com/TheLadyVictoria TheLadyVictoria.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire...
2020-09-2954 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireLife's a Faire #21: Discussion with Elliot Poleshuck. In this twenty-first episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Elliot Poleshuck of Captured Curls. Chapter List: 00:37 Elliot Poleshuck Elliot Poleshuck Pages CapturedCurls.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-09-2218 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twentieth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Kimberly Stockton who plays Queen Elizabeth I. Chapter List: 00:37 Kimberly Stockton Pages www.imdb.com/name/nm11808220/ Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-09-0926 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastBards at Dragon Con 2020Dragon Con 2020 is virtual this year. We have lots of shows and workshops we will do this weekend. But it also starts on Wednesday, September 2 with the Filk Music Track Pre-Show. You can find our complete Dragon Con schedule right here. This is Patreon Episode number 19 and overall Episode 59. ANDREW MCKEE SHOWS & NEWS Life's A Faire Personal Livestreams coming up Patreon Pages for Lifesafaire and TheIrishBard MARC GUNN SHOWS & NEWS Weekly Coffee with The Celtfather on Thursday at 11 AM Eastern Newest Pub Songs Podcast: Dragon Con and New Hobbit Dance...
2020-09-0242 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this nineteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Justin and Jennifer Haskell who play Arr and Tarr the Trolls. Chapter List: 00:37 Arr and Tarr the Trolls Arr and Tarr Pages Facebook.com/ArrAndTarr Patreon.com/TrollTooth Twitch.tv/Swamp_Dwellers Books Amazon.com/Swamp-Tales-Arr-Tarr-Troll/dp/1980942781 Amazon.com/Swamp-Stars-Arr-Tarr-Troll/dp/B08DDP8FRS/ Merch TeeSpring.com/stores/troll-mart Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www...
2020-09-0155 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this eighteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews Shakespeare Approves. Chapter List: 00:37 Shakespeare Approves Shakespeare Approves Tips Ko-Fi - Ko-Fi.com/Shakespeare Pages Facebook.com/ShakespearesCoffeeBreak Facebook.com/ShakespeareApproves Patreon.com/Shakespeare Podcasts.Apple.com/us/podcast/the-stars-hollow-weekly/id1470561931 Shakespeare Reviews Facebook.com/events/295348734904487 Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-08-2556 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this sixteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews a Gregg and Susan Csikos of the Rambling Sailors. Chapter List: 00:37 The Rambling Sailors The Rambling Sailors Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/RamblingSailors Venmo - @RamblingSailors Ko-Fi - Ko-Fi.com/RamblingSailors Pages RamblingSailors.Bandcamp.com Facebook.com/RamblingSailors Patreon.com/RamblingSailorsMusic Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/l...
2020-08-1842 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this sixteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews a dynamic multi-class Bard named Dan the Bard. Chapter List: 00:36 Dan the Bard Dan the Bard Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/DantheBard Venmo - @Daniel-Marcotte-2 Pages DantheBard.com Facebook.com/DantheBard Patreon.com/DanBard Facebook.com/WhiskeyBrothersBand Twitter.com@Dan_theBard Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com...
2020-08-1140 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this fifteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews two performers who were on GenCon Online but who also perform at Faires. Chapter List: 00:36 Paolo and Apryl Paolo Garbanzo Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/PaoloGarbanzo Venmo - @PaoloGarbanzo Projects facebook.com/nat21Adventures facebook.com/Renadventures/ Apryl Knight Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/AprylKnight Ko-Fi - Ko-Fi.com/apryl_knight Pages AprylKnight.com Patreon.com/Apryl_Knight facebook.com/AprylKnightMusician ...
2020-08-0543 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this fourteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew interviews himself. Chapter List: 00:36 Andrew McKee Links Mentioned: Andrew McKee Tips PayPal - PayPal.me/IrishBard Venmo - @IrishBard CDs TheIrishBard.BandCamp.com theIrishBard.com Ongoing support can be given at Patreon.com/IrishBard Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-07-2845 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this thirteenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to faire and geek musician Apryl Knight. Chapter List: 00:36 Apryl Knight Links Mentioned: Apryl Knight Tips PayPal - paypal.me/AprylKnight Ko-Fi - Ko-fi.com/apryl_knight CDs www.aprylknight.com/cds aprylknight.bandcamp.com Ongoing support can be given at www.patreon.com/apryl_knight Look for Apryl's Previous podcast and shows on our Facbook or Youtube pages. youtu.be/RdKzjcGIKrk youtu.be/11NDapbX3W8 www.f...
2020-07-2143 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this twelfth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to EJ Jones of the Piper Jones Band. Chapter List: 00:36 EJ Jones Links Mentioned: EJ Jones PiperJonesBand.com Grandfather Mountain Highland Games GMHG.org facebook.com/GrandfatherMountainHighlandGames/ Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-07-1433 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this eleventh episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Bill Morris of SeamLyne Reproductions. Chapter List: 00:43 Bill Morris Links Mentioned: Bill Morris SeamLyne Reproductions SeamLyne.com Jump-2-3 Jump-2-3.com Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com/lifesafaire www.patreon.com/lifesafaire www.lifesafaire.com
2020-07-0734 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this tenth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Dan Kostelec and Melissa L. E. Baker. Chapter List: 00:36 Dan Kostelec & Melissa L. E. Baker Links Mentioned: Dan Kostelec ShakespeareApproves.com Facebook.com/ShakespeareApproves Twitter.com/ShakesApproves Instagram.com/Shakespeare.Approves Buy Shakespeare Approves! a Coffee. ko-fi.com/Shakespeare Patreon.com/Shakespeare Facebook.com/ShakespearesCoffeeBreak Facebook.com/SocialDistancingPlayers The Social Distancing Players Performance Art Theatre Melissa L. E. Baker ChasteTreasure.com Paypal...
2020-06-231h 03
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this ninth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Dan Kostelec and Melissa L. E. Baker. Chapter List: 00:36 Dan Kostelec & Melissa L. E. Baker Links Mentioned: Dan Kostelec ShakespeareApproves.com Facebook.com/ShakespeareApproves Twitter.com/ShakesApproves Instagram.com/Shakespeare.Approves Buy Shakespeare Approves! a Coffee. ko-fi.com/Shakespeare Patreon.com/Shakespeare Facebook.com/ShakespearesCoffeeBreak Facebook.com/SocialDistancingPlayers The Social Distancing Players Performance Art Theatre Melissa L. E. Baker ChasteTreasure.com Paypal...
2020-06-161h 03
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this eighth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Marc Gunn and Nancy Daily. Chapter List: 00:36 Marc Gunn 34:05 Nancy Daily Links Mentioned: RCEAF (Renaissance Catastrophic Emergency Assistance Foundation, Inc.) facebook.com/RCEAF.org PayPal: PayPal.me/RCEAF CashApp: $RCEAF Zelle: info.rceaf@gmail.com Marc Gunn Celtfather.net Nancy Daily reverbnation.com/nancydailygreen Don't forget to subscribe to the show! The Life's a Faire Podcast www.facebook.com/lifesafaire www.youtube.com...
2020-06-091h 00
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the seventh episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Lady Prudence about how she got into faires and how many instruments she actually plays. Then Andrew chats with Matt Young, the Pride of Ireland, about his operatic voice, his upcoming CD release, and his love of all things Faire. Chapter List: 00:36 Lady Prudence 25:54 Matt Young - The Pride of Ireland Links Mentioned: Lady Prudence: Social media www.facebook.com/Lady.Prudence.Piper (3 live shows each week!) www.instagram.com/lady.prudence.piper www.youtube...
2020-06-041h 05
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the sixth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to Faire to Middlin direct from France and tell us about their move there and how things are going overseas. The Andrew converses with Fugli about his niche musical focus and his love of the historical broadside. Chapter List: 00:38 Faire to Middlin 24:42 Fugli Links Mentioned: Faire to Middlin RESCUfoundation.org RESCUstore.org PayPal.Me/RESCUfoundation www.FaireToMiddlin.com Fugli PayPal.me/Povera Fugli.BandCamp.com www.facebook.com/fugli/ Shakespeare's...
2020-05-2657 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the fifth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew chats with the Irish Folk-punk band The Langer's Ball, finds out about Henderson's Hearth from Amy Guilbeau, and then checks in with the escape artist team Judas and Magnolia. Chapter List: 00:39 The Langer's Ball 22:33 Amy Guilbeau of Henderson's Hearth 47:14 Judas and Magnolia Links Mentioned: The Langer's Ball Venmo: www.venmo.com/TheLangersBall or @TheLangersBall Paypal: www.PayPal.me/TheLangersBall Patreon: www.patreon.com/TheLangersBall Digital Sales: thelangersball.bandcamp.com CD Direct Sales Link: www.TheLangersBall.com
2020-05-191h 12
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the fourth episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew chats with Sarah Mullen and then Checks in with Bonny Moffatt the Storyteller. Chapter List: 00:39 Sarah Mullen 25:07 Bonny Moffatt Links Mentioned: Sarah Mullen Venmo: www.venmo.com/SarahTheHarpist Paypal: www.PayPal.me/SarahTheHarpist Patreon: www.patreon.com/ruas CD Direct Sales Link: www.sarahmariemullen.com/shop.html Bonny Moffatt Cash app: $BlackLipsBonny Paypal: www.paypal.me/AJtheLush Facebook: www.facebook.com/BlackLipsBonnyMoffatt/ Patreon: www.patreon.com/BlackLipsBonnyMoffatt Ko-Fi: www.Ko-fi.com...
2020-05-1553 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the third episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew continues his talk with the Bedlam Bards and then proceeds to interview an aerialist. Chapter List: 00:46 Bedlam Bards 51:38 Shelli Buttons Links Mentioned: Bedlam Bards venmo.com/Bedlam-Bards paypal.me/BedlamBards BedlamBards.bandcamp.com www.mercedeslackey.com/books/bedlam3.html (Book: Bedlam's Bard) theirishbard.bandcamp.com (Song: Satisfied) www.hypnosisaustin.com www.coolmusicinc.com (Cool Pick Guitar Pick) Shelli Buttons Paypal: ShelliNock Venmo: ShelliNock www.patreon.com/EmpressofAwesome www.ins...
2020-05-081h 21Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastBog Off!"Bog Down in the Valley" aka "Rattlin' Bog" is a musical staple of the Brobdingnagian Bards. The Bards also perform it separately. In April, Marc Gunn challenged Andrew McKee to a Bog Off! Andrew narrowly won that competition. They are back next week with an all new challenge. Who will win this month? Watch the Bog Off live on Wednesday, May 13 at 11 AM CST on the Bards Facebook page. This is Patreon Episode number 18 and overall Episode 58. Check out Flupandemic on YouTube. ANDREW MCKEE SHOWS & NEWS Life's A Faire Personal...
2020-05-0739 min
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn the second episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to a faire owner & performer, a musical group, and (wait for it) another musical group. The Tulstin Troubadours talk about the show that they streamed with us and discuss the status of their new CD. TJ Miller of the Lords of Adventure and Co-Owner of the New Jersey Renaissance Festival describes the decision to cancel the faire this year and how this has affected him personally and professionally. The Bedlam Bards talk about the stream we produced for them and many many silly things. Chapter List: 00:21...
2020-04-201h 18
Life's a Faire podcastLife's a FaireIn this first episode of Life's a Faire, Andrew talks to a merchant, a patron, and a juggler. No they don't all go into a bar but there are funny moments. Kat Williams of Inner Beast Leather describes what being a Master Craftswoman on the road is like and where she gets her inspiration. Kristin A. Hogan, an enthusiastic patron, talks about her love of the Faire and the ways that she is a part of it. Paolo Garbanzo shares the story of how he became an internationally famous juggler and where that career is taking him. Chap...
2020-04-091h 13Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastFacing Crisis with Change...the Bardic WayWe talk about what's going on with music in this crisis, what gigs we still have, and what are new projects are! In this episode.... What we are going to do to keep getting music to you, how we are helping others, and a little random silliness (Because we need silliness now). This is Patreon Episode number 17 and overall Episode 57. Links we talked about Brobdingnagian Bards on Patreon Andrew McKee's New Irish Bard on Patreon. Life's A Faire on Facebook on YouTube Marc's Gunn Runner's Club on Patreon Marc's video shows on Celtfather.net
2020-04-0128 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastChristmas MemoriesAs we close out this momentous year, here is another update with the Brobdingnagian Minute! In this episode.... We talk about Christmas, our own Holiday memories, our upcoming schedule and upcoming projects. This is Patreon Episode number 14 and overall Episode 54. It's getting VERY close to the holidays so have fun and be safe! If you have questions, comments, or thoughts, please post them in the comments section. We would love to hear from you! -- Yes. I finally decided to use Andrew's numbering system.
2019-12-1431 minBrobdingnagian Bards PodcastHow Ridiculous Is Thanksgiving?Here is another update with the Brobdingnagian Minute! In this episode.... We talk about Halloween, Thanksgiving, our upcoming schedule and upcoming projects. So starts the holiday gauntlet so have fun and be safe! If you have questions, comments, or thoughts, please post them in the comments section. We would love to hear from you! --- UPCOMING SHOWS Brobdingnagian Bards * Memorial Day Weekend: Georgia Renaissance Festival * The Last Jedi Drinking Song on December 13 * I Will Not Sing Along official release on Feb 2 Andrew McKee...
2019-11-0737 min
Everything is FilkThe PDX BroadsidesFor our final Dragon Con 2019 Podcast, Andrew fills out the Filk Music Track performer roster with House Band The PDX Broadsides! They are so excited to be back for their second year at Dragon Con, and are participating on the Filk Music Track for our first panel and a show. They chat with Andrew about all of the things that they've been up to since the last Dragon Con, including their newest album, Relatable Content, and their very first East Coast Tour later this year!
2019-08-2100 minEverything is FilkHawthorn and HollyAndrew chats with the absolutely fabulous Hawthorn and Holly and all the things that they've been up to, including their new album, We Are The Wizard Resistance, and their successful Kickstarter that made it happen. They chat about their plans for Dragon Con this year, but also their future plans (hint, hint, a new album!) for the band.
2019-08-2000 minEverything is FilkMikey MasonBack for another year (but with a time limit this time) is the absolutely amazing Mikey Mason! Andrew finds out what Mikey has been up to since last Dragon Con, including his new album, M, bringing an amazing mix of the personal, the geeky, the tragedy and the comedy in the best way possible.
2019-08-1800 minEverything is FilkFoot Pound ForceOur favorite rockin' rocket scientists, Foot Pound Force take some time out of their busy schedule to chat with Andrew as they prep for a show in Huntsville in this episode. They talk about what they've been up to since last Dragon Con, including adding a new member and what they're looking forward to at this year's Con.
2019-08-1700 minEverything is FilkGray RinehartAndrew welcomes back Gray Rinehart to the podcast in this episode, where Gray talks about his recent projects since last year, including the new fantasy novel that he's working on, his new audiobook of his (great) science fiction novel, Walking on the Sea of Clouds. He gives Andrew an education on the publishing process, both for his books and the production of his audiobook.
But wait, there's more! He also shares a demo song from the new album that he's currently working on! Listen now!
2019-08-1700 minEverything is FilkMisbehavin’ MaidensAndrew chats with the amazing Misbehavin' Maidens in this episode. They chat about their welcome back to Dragon Con and that their brand new album (and amazing Kickstarter) was inspired from Dragon Con last year.
2019-08-1500 minEverything is FilkThe Blibbering HumdingersAfter taking a year off, we're so happy that the Blibbering Humdingers are back on the Dragon Con Filk Music Track this year. They talk to Andrew about their new album, Pennsic War and the amazing opportunity to create The Filk of Tigtone for adult swim.
2019-08-1500 minEverything is FilkBrobdingnagian BardsThe Boys are Back! Andrew interviews Marc Gunn (and himself) to talk the Brobdingnagian Bards at Dragon Con this year. They discuss Marc's move to Atlanta (Welcome to the ATL!), their amazingly successful Kickstarter and preparing for (and possibly taking over) Dragon Con.
2019-08-1400 minEverything is FilkNight SabersThe Night Sabers join Andrew in this episode, flying in from outer space to talk about their very first time performing at Dragon Con this year. They tell us a little about the history of the band and all of the shows that they'll be doing this year at the Big Show, not only at the Filk Music Track but also on the Anime Track and at the art show.
2019-08-1300 minEverything is FilkTom Smith
Tom Smith
Andrew sits down with the World's Fastest Filker, Tom Smith in this episode, discussing Tom's history with Dragon Con, his tentative schedule at the show and how you can help to make sure that Tom gets to Dragon Con this year!
If you've been following along on Tom's social media feeds, his van...
2019-08-1200 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastI Will NOT Sing AlongBrobdingnagian Bards are back for the 10th season of Sherwood Forest Faire. That means were are once again in the same vicinity of each other. That means craziness will ensue. Andrew McKee is a little hoarse in this episode. That means Marc Gunn gets to make fun of him while Andrew's guard is down. But it's not all goofiness. In fact, we make a big announcement. We're making a new album! You can learn the new album name. As always, this show is brought to you by our Nagians Only Club on Patreon. S...
2019-03-2715 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastLast Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast… Sort of… Plus Oscar PicksWelcome to show #40 of the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast. Yup. This is the last one. In our public feed. That's because we have decided to relaunch A Brobdingnagian Minute into a monthly podcast exclusively available for our new Nagians Only fan club on Patreon! The Brobdingnagian Bards are back with a brand new Patreon page. We're gonna start working on a new album. Plus, we'll share stories behind the songs, rants and raves, chat you and lots more. This is a big change. We will tell you all about it in the show. PLUS...
2018-02-2329 min
FOLK SONGS & STORIESKilted Kings & Andrew McKee CD Release PartyThe official CD release of Kilted Kings' new album "Name On My Soul" is just over a week away. So I wanted to highlight more songs from the album and share lots of news, including the daily Facebook Live videos I am doing. It is also the CD release of Andrew McKee's debut album. You'll enjoy some fun music from Marc Gunn, Andrew McKee, Battlelegs, Chris Murphy, Tom Smith, Kilted Kings. Download 6 MP3s for free at pubsong.net/152 Pub Talk Facebook Live Daily until Feb 2nd Live internet show on Concert Window on Feb 2, 2017 at 7:30 P...
2017-01-2442 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastOrigin Story of Brobbdingnagian Bards: We Made LemonadeWe're gonna step back in time to see how our first CD, "Marked By Great Size" came to be. You'll hear never-before-told-stories about the how we rolled with the punches and made lemonade…figuratively speaking. Plus, you'll enjoy some music from our first official album as well as music from the atrocity that we tried to hide… As Andrew requested, here's the track listing for Marked By Great Size: None But A Harper (from The Last Unicorn), Satisfied, Lady Faery, Gypsy Rover, Swift Dining, A Begging I Will Go, DO VIRGINS TASTE BETTER?, (Tom Lehrer's) Irish Ballad, Bell...
2016-11-291h 21
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastTop 5 Movie Round Table of SevenAndrew and I are performing separately at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival. We thought it would be nice to record a podcast. But people kept walking in on us. Our Top 5 movie theme was hijacked into a round table of wandering entertainers and a lot of fun. Special guests: Paolo Garbanzo, Melanie and Melissa of Chaste Treasure, Mandie Kitty Cat Turner, Tom Zadoyko What's in this Week's Show Unofficially sponsored by Paolo Garbanzo's RenAdventures.com Top Travel Movies: Around the World in 80 Days, French Kiss, Road Trip, Darjeeling Express, The Illusionist, The Quiet Man...
2016-11-0754 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastBrainstorming Hobbit Drinking Songs at DragonCon 2015Brobdingnagian Bards were officially invited to DragonCon this year. We're already planning this year's shows. One of which is a Sunday evening Hobbit Drinking Songs show. The show is currently scheduled for 10pm in the Augusta Ballroom in the Westin. Every year, we like to change things up, doing something new and exciting. Last year, we added a fun arrangement of "Seven Drunken Nights", hobbit-style. This year, I was thinking about how the show should conclude. What can we do to create one giant crescendo of a song where everyone is singing along with us? ...
2015-07-1130 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastThe Bards Review Geek TV ShowsIt's time for another edition of the podcast formerly known as A Brobdingnagian Minute, now known as Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast. Marc got an itch to do another Bards podcast. So he crank called Andrew and now you get another show. We're kinda hoping to release this podcast on a more regular basis. In order to do that and not bore you to death, we NEED Your FEEDBACK. What would you like to hear us talk about? What interests you? How long could you stand listening? What's the air speed velocity of an unladen bard? Use...
2015-04-1532 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastApril Fool's and The Autoharp That Could've Saved RomeLet us start with apologies to everyone who got excited about yesterday's April Fool's joke. Yes, it was another bad joke brought to you by Brobdingnagian Bards. I don't know if it was as bad as 2001 or 2002 when we told everyone we were breaking up the band… but it sounds like it was close. So our apologies. We are NOT reuniting, except at DragonCon. That said, we have a bunch of fun Bards news where you can hear some of the legitimate news, some of which was included in yesterday's podcast. If you enjoy our in...
2015-04-0133 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastAnnouncing Sherwood Celtic Music Festival ReunionIt always helps when you're announcing big news that you do it in a timely fashion. Alas, this show was recorded a month ago after said news was released. Oh well! Enjoy the show. Favorite thing about the digital age Marc DJing in high school Andrew's Star Wars Podcast project Starting late at gigs Run-ins at the Georgia Renaissance Festival Marc's family vacation in Ireland Release of Ichabod Zeuss CDs Andrew recording on my CDs Trivia Question: What song appears on our CD more than any other? Brobdingnagian Bards Reunion Show at Sherwood Celtic Music Festival Song requests...
2012-07-091h 01
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastNow With More Virgins Now with More Virgins Marc's a Daddy Andrew's podcast and upcoming CD New CDs from Marc: Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits and Firefly Drinking Songs The Last Bards CD–Real Men Wear Kilts Marc Heading Back to DragonCon "If I Had $1000000" by Barenaked Ladies at the Texas Renaissance Festival Karaoke New Harry Potter movie Comic Book movies: Captain America vs. Green Lantern vs. Thor Rant about 3D Movies Hulu Plus vs. Netflix Lie to Me Big Bang Theory Rip Off Featured on SIMS Medieval Trailer More Super Secret Brobdingnagian Bards Projects Subscribe to the podcast at www.bardbootlegs.com Mu...
2011-08-191h 05
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastLive from GenCon 2008 in IndianapolisEvery venue has its work. GenCon is "Freebird". We made the mistake of playing it in the pre-show last year at Friday Night Live and ended up with a standing ovation before our actual show started. Sadly, we succumbed to peer pressure and played it again… but with a twist. Michelle Hedden joins us on bodhran for this mad hour of geek-filled fun. Show Notes: Name that Tune "Morning Song", a 45-minute song in the dealer's room "Don't Go Drinking With Hobbits" from Marc's Dragon CD "Do Virgins Taste Better Medley" from A Faire to Remember Wh...
2008-08-211h 09
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastThe Bards Win THIRD Austin Music Award WinWelcome to Season 3 of A Brodingnagian Minute. We're back with more zany bardic goodness… whatever that may be. This month, we're happy to say we WON in the Austin Music Awards, plus lots of rambling on the usual bardic randomness. Show Notes: Too many podcasts: Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, Renaissance Festival Podcast and other podcasts by Marc Gunn Andrew's Picasso Period Lord of War Pet Peeve: Trailers you can't fast forward through Best Folk Act in the Austin Music Awards The Cowsills Music for old video games: Pitfall, Pacman, Donkey Kong Samson Zoom H2 Onya, Irish ro...
2008-04-0532 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastLive from Lisdoonvarna, IrelandRecorded live in Lisdoonvarna, Ireland while on the Brobdingnagian Bards Tour of Ireland. Songs This Week: "Man of La Mancha" "Old Dun Cow" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales, "Frog Kissin'" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales, "A Fairy Story" from A Faire To Remember, "Lily the Pink" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales, "Spancil Hill" from Songs of Ireland, "Whiskey in the Jar" from A Faire To Remember, "An Irishman Who Doesn't Drink" "Donald, Where's Your Trousers Medley" from A Faire To Remember, Marc Trying to Think/"Munumanuh" "Star of the County Down" "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life"...
2007-07-1942 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastHoaxes, Flubs, Parodies and Ren FairesNotes: The World's Biggest Flubs by the Brobdingnagian Bards, The Hoax, Based on a True Story, Splash with Tom Hanks, George Lucas and the Director's Guild, South Park Easter Special ala Da Vinci Code, Four Winds Renaissance Faire, Another Random Andrew Quote, Songs This Week: "My Darling Clementine Blues (Live from I-Con)", "Old Dun Cow (live)" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales, "A Fairy Story (live)" from A Faire To Remember.
2007-04-1928 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastReal Men, Real Kilts at Austin Music Awards 2007Notes: What Do You Do with a Drunken Bard? Playing Music with Voltaire at Elysium Inspired to Record Real Men Wear Kilts, An OCD Moment by Andrew McKee The Jamaican Intro Photo shoot at Laguna Gloria and Mayfield Park for The Austin Chronicle Austin Music Awards 2006-2007 Announced on March 15th Dungeons & Dragons Cartoon on DVD Songs This Week: "Donald, Where's Your Drunken Scotsman?" from Real Men Wear Kilts, "Loch Lomond" from Real Men Wear Kilts, "Oor Hamlet" from Real Men Wear Kilts.
2007-03-1625 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastNew Season: Bards of Terror!Notes: First Show of the Second Season Winner of "Best Ineligible Band" in the Renaissance Festival Awards How we decide songs to play in the podcast Bard Focus Groups Bards with Voltaire at Elysium "Death to the World" Another Random Andrew Quote: #8 and #24 The Vista Operating System Slice of Sci Fi Groundhog Day! An OCD Moment by Marc Gunn Songs This Week: "Beer, Beer, Beer" from The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs, "Paddy McCullough" from Songs of Ireland, "Valeria" from Songs of the Muse.
2007-02-0127 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastEnd of Season, Non-Traditional Scottish MusicNotes: End of Season One Vote for us in the Austin Music Awards ShadowCon, the First Show of the Year Craving Dungeons & Dragons Bard Age Conversion Chart The Life of Mozart on autoharp Bardic New Years Resolutions Finishing Real Men Wear Kilts, non-traditional Scottish music, like the Other Bible, or The Dark Horse of Scottish Music The Holy Grail of Irish Drinking Songs, a CompilaNew CD Real World: Ren Faire. Comedy Gold at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival with Vince Conaway, Paolo Garbanzo, The Tortuga Twins, The Limeybirds, Marrus New Segment(?): Another Random Andrew Quote #12 "Greedo Fired Second" ...
2007-01-1358 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastStar Wars Drinking Songs, How Bards Got StartedWhere did our "Jedi Drinking Song" come from? What was the first album we recorded on together? You'll learn that and more in the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast. Notes Listener Comment – Request for More Jedi Songs Jedi Drinking Song Prequel Other Jedi drinking song ideas… and George Lucas Listener Comment – How Did the Bard's Get Started? Things You Really Hope Marc Doesn't Say In Bed How NOT to Record a CD Tom's Podcast Songs This Week "Jedi Drinking Song" from Brobdingnagian Fairy Tales, "Mari Mac" from Bard Bootlegs, Vol. 1, "Shadowfax" from Memories of Middle Earth. —
2006-06-3024 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastRadio Serials?Notes: Should we do a Brobdingnagian Bards Radio Serial? – Got an idea for a Bards radio serial, write a one-page script and send it to us. Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd Bards Comic Upcoming Gigs House Concert Update Wise Words from Andrew McKee "Rip Jarvis of the Space Cadets, Adventures in the 94th Century", Episode 1 from We're Really In It This Time Doo Dah Song this week: "Dirty Old Town" "Scarborough Faire" from A Faire To Remember "Liquid Sunshine"
2006-02-0834 min
Brobdingnagian Bards PodcastLive at Andrew's Songs this week: Mari Mac Follow Prince Charlie Wild Mountain Thyme The Mermaid Song Sellinger's Round Notes: Slice of Sci Fi interview with Marc Real Men Wear Kilts CD History of Entymology/Etymology DragonCon
2005-08-1426 min