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Radio Crystal BlueRadio Crystal Blue 2/4/26 part 2ALBUM FOCUS: Keep Me In Your Heart - The Songs of Warren Zevonwww.paradiddlerecords.com Revolver -"The Wild Age"Annie Mark "Mama Couldn't Be Persuaded"Howard Silverman "Werewolves Of London"Ray Lambiase "Roland The Headless Thomson Gunner"*****************Suzanne's Band "The Kenney Store" www.suzannesband.comKatie Fee "Just Needs You" - Runaway Heart www.katiefeemusic.comShotgun Curly "My Boyfriend's Name is Brooklyn" www.shotguncurly.comJack Grace "Dont' Go To Memphis (Without Me)" - All The...
2026-02-042h 16
Cascadia CoffeehouseFavorite Folk and Roots from 2025 on Cascadia CoffeehouseJoin us for Cascadia Coffeehouse this Friday morning as we take a look back
and enjoy some of my favorite folk & roots releases from 2025! We'll hear
fantastic music from The Horsenecks, Meredith Moon, Billy Strings & Bryan
Sutton, Carla Gover, True North Duo, I'm With ...
2025-12-1200 minRadio Crystal BlueRadio Crystal Blue 9/14/25 part 2ALBUM FOCUS www.putumayo.com Putumayo Discovery presents French Groove French Groove captures the stylist spirit of a new wave of Francophone musicians who bend upbeat global rhythms and retro cool with inimitable French touch.From this new compilation I aired:The Loire Valley Calypsos (France) "Samos"Alamic (France) "Bossa"Mathieu Gattuso (France) "A La Vie" ***************************Professsor Louie & The Crowmatix "Johnny" - Crowin' Around www.professorlouie.comLaurie Morvan "I Want Answers" - Gravity www.lauriemorvan.comAmerican Merit "...
2025-09-141h 43
Freight Train Boogie PodcastsFreight Train Boogie Show #564FTB podcast #564 features single songs from great recent releases from artists like Hayes Carll, Briscoe, Carla Gover, Jubal Lee Young, The Wood Brothers and more! Full playlist: http://ftbpodcasts.com/?p=9623
2025-08-1958 min
What Dreamers DoMaking Kentucky Queen: The Stories Behind the SongsCome with me on a track-by-track journey through Kentucky Queen, my first solo project in 15 years, where I share the personal, cultural, and musical roots of each song on the album. My aim for this episode was to share the stories I love to hear when I listen to a songwriter, like influences, inspirations, and anecdotes. I also share some about my process of song selection, and the musicians who helped me bring the songs to life. Whether you’re a new listener or a longtime fan, pull up a chair and settle in for a glimpse behind the sc...
2025-08-0440 min
Kentucky Arts & CultureLexington workshops show how music can be used for social change Kentucky musicians Mitch Barrett and Carla Gover lead Singing, Songwriting, and Solidarity at the Carnegie.(Cheri Lawson)It’s a muggy June evening at Lexington’s Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning. Kentucky musician Mitch Barrett strums his acoustic guitar and wears a red shirt with his hair pulled back in a ponytail. He leads a crowd of more than two dozen people in a sing-along with Carla Gover, a musician and community organizer. Gover said this is the first of three workshops called Kentucky Voices Rising: Songs of Social Change. “The idea is that we bring people...
2025-07-0204 minKentucky Arts & CultureLexington musician producing Kentucky Queen-A new album celebrating women Musician Carla Gover holds her guitar and talks with Karly Dawn Milner, Sarah Kate Morgan, and Diane Timmons before they rehearse the song Kentucky Queen.(Cheri Lawson)At a Lexington recording studio, award-winning musician Carla Gover listens to a rough mix of the title track of her latest album. The eighth-generation Kentuckian is a native of Letcher County. She said on this album she’s celebrating women and paying homage to the women who have shaped her musically and personally. “I also wanted to sort of center women’s voices and vision and values on this a...
2025-02-1304 min
What Dreamers DoIn Defense of Daydreaming: An Interview with Silas HouseJoin host Carla Gover and Kentucky Poet Laureate Silas House as they discuss the creative life. The episode explores the fears and resistance writers face, the importance of honesty in storytelling, and the impact of cultural and religious conditioning on self-expression. Silas shares his journey, experiences, and thoughts on creativity, including his thoughts on representing marginalized groups, collaborating with other artists, and much more. This candid discussion is filled with wisdom, humility, and encouragement for all aspiring artists.Key Points Discussed:Fear and Resistance in Writing:The challenges of writer's block and...
2024-09-2434 min
What Dreamers DoThe Brilliant Biz & Life of Artist Leonie DawsonIn this episode of "What Dreamers Do," Leonie Dawson, the vibrant and successful artist, writer, poet, and illustrator from Australia, opens up about her unique journey as a creative entrepreneur. From her time in the Australian government to her inspiring million-dollar online business and Brilliant Biz and Life Academy, you'll discover how Leonie seamlessly blends creativity with business without compromising her values and integrity. Show Highlights: - The beginnings of her career back in the early days of chat and message boards- Overcoming physical health challenges while flourishing in her business and a...
2024-08-3155 min
Writing LessonsWriting Lessons Episode 3: The Creative Process Featuring Carla GoverIn this third episode of Writing Lessons, Silas House chats with award winning singer/songwriter Carla Gover about writing songs and the creative process. Not just for musicians; this fascinating conversation will resonate with anyone who does creative work.
2024-07-0126 min
Writing LessonsWriting Songs w/Carla GoverAward-winning singer-songwriter Carla Gover discusses songwriting and the creative process with host Silas House.
2024-06-2026 min
What Dreamers DoAppalachian Art & Identity: An Interview with Matthew Sidney ParsonsIn this episode of "What Dreamers Do," host Carla Gover welcomes poet, songwriter, and renaissance man, Matthew Sidney Parsons. Born in Kentucky and raised in West Virginia and Tennessee, Parsons now resides in Eastern Kentucky on a family homestead, where he draws inspiration from the natural surroundings and his ancestral heritage in his creative work. During the conversation, Parsons and Gover delve into the complexities of living a creative life, balancing multiple passions, and the realities of being an artist who is also a parent. Parsons shares insights into his approach to prioritizing h...
2024-02-2354 min
What Dreamers DoThe Evolution of a Kentucky Clogger: Interview with Dancer Steven SmithJoin host Carla Gover in her conversation with veteran Kentucky clogger (and professional psychologist) Steven Smith in this episode of What Dreamers Do. Carla and Steven also discuss the nuances of different dance styles, the importance of creativity in everyday life, and the challenges of teaching traditional dance styles that are similar yet different. Steve has done it all, from Contemporary Clogging to Flatfooting to Waltz Clog to Buck Dance. Even better, he has released all of his teaching materials free to all on YouTube, which he discusses on the show.Get ready t...
2024-02-1447 min
What Dreamers DoRhythm & Resistance: An Interview with Matthew OlwellWelcome back to "What Dreamers Do," the podcast that explores the power of dreams, creativity, and the human spirit. Today we have a special guest joining us on the show. Please welcome Matthew Olwell, a multi-talented artist, musician, and dancer. In this episode, titled "Rhythm and Resistance," we dive deep into the world of dance, and how artists can use their performances and classes to address social injustices.Throughout our conversation, we explore the importance of acknowledging our own immigrant histories, the power of the arts in engaging in difficult conversations, and the need to...
2023-09-2053 min
What Dreamers DoBroadside Balladeer: An Interview with English Singer Jennifer ReidIn this episode of "What Dreamers Do," host Carla Gover sits down with the talented and multipassionate Jennifer Reid, a researcher, presenter, educator, performer and provocateur. In her lovely Northern Accent, we get a glimpse of Jennifer's work, as she takes us on a journey through the various art forms that she uses to highlight working-class issues past and present and connect audiences to their heritage through the captivating world of Lancashire dialect songs. She even sings a sample of the North Manchester song "The Weaver of Wellbrook." She sheds light on the importance of oral tradition in...
2023-08-0529 min
What Dreamers DoWriting Redemption: An Interview with Bobi ConnOn this episode of What Dreamers Do, host Carla Gover talks with Appalachian Author Bobi Conn about her work, her writing process, overcoming trauma, and offering a counter-narrative to stereotypical, pop-culture representations of the region. The two friends also riff about their personal experiences with healing and success, encouraging listeners to find their own path and express their best selves to the world.The episode wraps up with a discussion about Bobi’s two existing books as well as her upcoming novel, which all explore universal themes and Bobi’s lived experiences and struggles, with a focus on wo...
2023-07-2149 min
What Dreamers DoQuiet Lovers of Justice: A Conversation with Si KahnOn this episode of What Dreamers Do, we catch up with Si Kahn, an activist, author, playwright, organizer, and singer-songwriter known for his powerful songs and lifelong engagement in labor issues, human rights, and environmental concerns. The conversation covers his experiences in the labor movement as an organizer, and his engagement as a folk singer focused on writing songs for and about real people with real stories. Si shares his insights into the world of social justice actions (musical and otherwise) and offers some golden advice on how to keep going during times when political situations make u...
2023-05-0847 min
What Dreamers DoCarryin' On: An Interview with Appalachian Dancer Rodney Clay SuttonIn this episode, you'll take a deep dive into Appalachian Flatfooting, Clogging, and the general dance history of the Carolinas. You'll also hear the origin story of Rodney Clay Sutton, recognized as a Master Folk Artist in North Carolina. With a lifelong career in music and dance, Rodney is both a preserver and an innovator in Appalachian Percussive Styles, and was an early member of the world-renowned Green Grass Cloggers. We spend time talking about Rodney's influences and early life, the evolution of the dance stylings of the Green Grass Cloggers, walking the line between tradition and...
2022-12-071h 07
What Dreamers DoThe Posh Tea Tour: On Traveling With the Band in EuropeWelcome back for season two of What Dreamers Do!I kick this episode off by recapping my summer travels with the band, sharing some fun and memorable moments from the UK, Ireland, Serbia, and Greece, and my takeaways about the insights we can gain from traveling. (Including my suggestion for applying the insights when we're back home!)Links MentionedCowan Creek Mountain Music SchoolAppalachian Frolic Dance Weekend December 9-11, 2022, Berea, KY Support the showBecome a Member of What Dreamers Do
2022-11-1216 min
What Dreamers DoBe Radical, Make Music: An Interview with Feminist Scottish Musician Rosie BansIn this juicy interview, we chat with Singer/Songwriter/Producer Rosie Bans, who writes, performs, ad collaborates with other artists and activists to create change for women and other marginalized groups, AND has an innovative support group and course for songwriters who want to give their creativity and motivation a boost. We also discuss her free songwriting challenge, and how she helps songwriters spur themselves to get out of their own way to write more and more freely. LinksBe Radical Make Music Facebook GroupRosie on InstagramSongwriting Website...
2022-06-0343 min
What Dreamers DoWhat My Granny Taught Me: An Excerpt from the Cornbread & Tortillas Folk OperaThis is part of my meandering summer episode series, which don't necessarily come out each Thursday, but rather when inspiration strikes. I might be in a cool café in London or an East Kentucky Holler when I record, or maybe just in my cozy living room drinking a cup of tea as I was for this episode. I begin with a reflection on tours past and future, and share one of my zaniest tour stories from the road. I then share my monologue from a project we've been sprucing up lately, the Cornbread & Tortillas Folk O...
2022-05-2117 min
What Dreamers DoSacred Catharsis: An Interview with Writer/Yogi Kelli Hansel HaywoodAppalachian Author/Yogi Kelli Hansel Haywood's life and practice is firmly rooted in the soil of her native East Kentucky. In this interview, she speaks about home, art, motherhood, healing, and her artistic processes. Some of the things we talk about include:The way her knowledge of her kin and extended family has informed her identity provided a lifelong sense of groundedness. Her feelings of not quite fitting in outside East Kentucky, but ironically not fitting in fully there, either.How having children changed her artistic process, and allowed her to realize that inspiration is always th...
2022-04-281h 18
What Dreamers DoHer Native Language: A Musical Interview with Cari NorrisI'm releasing this interview with Kentucky musician/artist/icon Cari Anna Norris, recorded in the summer of 2021. As Kentucky mourns her passing this week, I wanted to honor her memory with this sweet interview I conducted as part of my dance project, the Kentucky Tour de Dance. She tells us about her grandmother, banjo legend Lily May Ledford of the Coon Creek Girls, whose death when Cari was 15 was a pivotal moment in her musical life. She also discusses her other early musical influences, including the legendary Jean Ritchie, Sue Massek, Rich Kirby...
2022-04-2115 min
What Dreamers DoYour Creative Permission SlipWhy is it that we don't always make time for doing the things we love? And then when we finally do them (and feel great) we wonder why in the world we waited so long?In this podcast, I muse about why that might be the case, and argue for why we should all be prioritizing those "love-to-do" things in our lives. I also touch on:Why "I Am" are some of the most powerful words in our language and why they should be used with care.Why so many of us are multi-talented o...
2022-04-0713 min
What Dreamers DoYour Creativity Playbook: Tips & Inspiration for Your Creative LifeThis quick episode is allll about giving you a sneak preview of the amazing creators and tips inside my free e-book, How To Live Your Most Creative Life. I put this together to inspire you, help you break through blocks and stuck places, and get a little motivation to add small creative moments to your everyday life. I quickly tell you a bit about each of our contributors (who are all past or future podcast guests here!) and the creative strategy they offer in the guide. Listen to the episode, then grab your free copy...
2022-04-0318 min
What Dreamers DoAlchemy & Unbecoming: An Interview with Priestess Deepshikha SairamHow moving beyond fear and connecting with your intuition helps every area of your life.Are you someone who is drawn to growth, transformation, and living your most authentic, soulful life? If so, you’re going to LOVE this week’s guest. Her name is Deepshikha Sairam, and she’s a Priestess of the Divine Feminine and spiritual mentor to high-achieving women entrepreneurs and leaders. She is also the creator of The Path to Self Mastery, a revolutionary self discovery framework rooted in ancient...
2022-03-241h 05
What Dreamers DoAppalachian Artivism (Part 2): An Interview with Sam GleavesThis week I'm continuing my chat with musician/songwriter/educator/Appalachian Artivist Sam Gleaves about a bevy of subjects dear to our hearts and our work in Kentucky and beyond. He talks about how his work with cultural organizations such as the Appalshop, The Highlander Center, and Berea College have deepened his activism in the mountains. He also shares more about the educational work he does with Berea College in teaching traditional ad bluegrass music to students there from many cultures and places. We discuss the tightrope that artists living and working in traditional...
2022-03-1731 min
What Dreamers DoAppalachian Artivism: An Interview with Sam Gleaves Part 1Our interview guest for this week is multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, singer, and Appalachian Music Professor Sam Gleaves, who was born and raised in Wytheville, Virginia. Rooted in Appalachian sounds, Gleaves’ songwriting sings of contemporary rural life and social issues. In 2015, Gleaves collaborated with Grammy-winning producer Cathy Fink and released a debut record of original songs, titled “Ain’t We Brothers,” which has been featured by The Guardian, National Public Radio, and No Depression. A passionate teaching artist, Gleaves has shared Appalachian traditions at numerous music camps, colleges, universities, and public schools. He currently serves as a traditional music instructor and director...
2022-03-1138 min
What Dreamers DoLet It Be Easy: Change Your Mind to Change the WorldWhether or not you believe that our thoughts create our reality, I think we can all acknowledge that our attitudes and habitual thoughts can affect our quality of life. I have had a lifelong fascination with the ways that our everyday thoughts, especially the ones we think over and over again, can affect the outcomes of our relationships, career, and creativity. In this episode, I share some ideas about small ways that we can shift our thinking to enjoy more peace, self-acceptance, and even prosperity. I also discuss how I currently have goals for what...
2022-03-0328 min
What Dreamers Do10 Songs I Really Love (And Why I Love Them!)This was a hard episode to record, because there are SO MANY songs I love. And, full disclosure, this list might vary on any given day--just as yours likely would!Some of these you will likely have heard, and I hope that others will be a delightful discovery. I tried not to include too many by the huge pop stars and bands that everyone has heard, although I couldn't resist a couple of my British Invasion faves. And a few others I had to leave off since I made an accompanying playlist, and...
2022-02-1721 min
What Dreamers DoLove Is a Living Thing: How I Gave Up and Found LoveI love a good love story, so I decided to share the improbable story of how I met my true companion a bit later in life. (Even though we'd met as kids when my search for baklava in a town we'd both just moved to landed me in his dad's bakery!)I get candid about my own struggles to find harmony in the realm of romance, in spite of most things in my life going pretty well. I also talk about the dance of how how I made what I thought was an impossible list of characteristics I...
2022-02-1027 min
What Dreamers DoAll Join Hands: Growing Up Dancing in AppalachiaSo many dances in my childhood began with the caller shouting, "All join hands and circle to the left...!" The community of loving hearts and lively music that I grew up in anchored my love of the art forms, and I enjoyed sharing with you some of the elements of how I became an improvisatory flatfooter and clogger who makes music with my feet!A few things I talk about include: how most of our "square dances" in Eastern Kentucky are done in circles, how I learned old-timey and more contemporary styles, and how I went...
2022-02-0318 min
What Dreamers DoMountain Medicine & Magic: Appalachian Herbalist Andrew Bentley (Part 2)In this episode, I interview longtime friend and accomplished Appalachian Clinical Herbalist Andrew Bentley of Lee County, Kentucky. This is part two of two, where he shares more about what it's like to visit his clinic or have a tele-health appointment, opens up about projects on the horizon, and tells us more about his new online school of herbalism, called The Hedge School. He also talks about the ways that he promotes his services, by sharing his sense of wonder about the magic of the healing plants around us. Links From Show...
2022-01-2830 min
What Dreamers DoMountain Medicine & Magic: Appalachian Herbalist Andrew Bentley (Part 1)In this episode, I interview longtime friend an accomplished Appalachian Clinical Herbalist Andrew Bentley of Lee County, Kentucky. This is part one of two, where he shares his earliest experiences learning about herbs from his Irish-American family, and talks about his childhood in Appalachia. You'll learn about all the components of his education which went into his eventual decision to pursue herbalism as a full-time career, including his family traditions, his studies of chemistry and molecular biology and his later forays into linguistics and anthropology, his travels throughout Central Asia and his work with indigenous healers...
2022-01-2132 min
What Dreamers DoBlurred Lines: Flatfooting & Clogging & Bluegrass & Old-TimeAs an artist who performs traditional Appalachian music and dance, I get lots of questions about the styles of music and dance that I play. "You play banjo--does that mean you play bluegrass?""What's the difference between flatfooting and clogging?"And, quite often, "Will you play Dueling Banjos?"In this episode, I sketch out the major differences (and similarities) between all those things, and share how I came to understand them in spite of a background where we tended to just call it all "music and dance."And I discuss the fluid...
2022-01-1432 min
What Dreamers DoSigns & Wonders: A Visit With Granny OllieIn this episode, I take you on a little trip through time and the backroads of Kentucky, across swinging bridges and up dirt roads to the tiny dwelling of my mother's mother, Ollie Gilbert Hudson. I wanted folks to feel what a visit there was like for me as a child, and I also share a special story about a moment I shared with her as a child, and how I had an experience years later that let me know she was still with me and looking out for me. If you enjoy stories of ma...
2022-01-0626 min
What Dreamers DoMy Culture Is Not Your Costume: Appalachia EditionIn this episode, I take on a potentially sensitive subject: cultural insensitivity toward Appalachian people, as manifested in the musical community. This episode deals with what I see as respectful vs. insensitive ways to approach performing and participating in cultures of groups and places that are different from your culture of origin.To lay the foundation, I discuss how I believe the music and dance of Appalachia should be performed and celebrated by all who love them, how our heritage and history have been whitewashed historically, and how it's important to acknowledge the privilege I have in...
2021-12-3034 min
What Dreamers DoThe Least of These: A tale about my Granny and GenerosityI was blessed with a mother and grandmother who were both incredibly generous. The older I get, the more I appreciate the sweet spirits they had and the way they lived their values via their actions---they TOTALLY walked their talk!In this episode, I tell a quick story about the way their generosity affected the children in their communities. And I also share information about how the generosity of a whole bunch of Kentucky artists is helping the tornado victims in Western Kentucky via our new "Happy Hollerdays" recording project!Links Mentioned in Show:...
2021-12-2313 min
What Dreamers DoSongwriting: Behind-The-ScenesIn this episode, I share some of my thoughts on songwriting and why I have a bit of impostor syndrome when it comes to calling myself a songwriter. I also share tons of information that I normally give in my songwriting workshops, including information about: song forms and structures, rhyme schemes, formats, story songs, and ballads. I also share some actionable tips for songwriters (and perhaps other creative souls) who might need a jog of creative inspiration!Lastly, I share some "behind-the-song" details about one of my more popular songs from the back-catalog. Even if...
2021-12-1635 min
What Dreamers DoThe Patriarchy and Your CreativityIn this episode, I explore the ways in which patriarchal and colonial thought systems affect the parts of ourselves we get to experience and express, and how we can begin to think of ways to be more complete, free human beings. I touch on how our dominant thought systems shape the reality we experience, how qualities associated with the "feminine" are often looked down on in Western systems of thought, how how misogyny can cause us to disown important parts of ourselves, and how the process of accepting and integrating all of our qualities and characteristics can...
2021-12-0928 min
What Dreamers DoYou're Kind of a Big Deal: Becoming More of Who You Are with Yani VozosSometimes, when you're meant to hear a message, the universe will send it to you over and over again in a variety of ways. That's what happened to me this week with the message about how we all need to become more of who we are, so that's what we're talking about on the podcast!I'm happy to be joined this week by my sweetheart and partner in all things, Yani Vozos. Yani is a Greek-Appalachian musician, farmer, educator, activist, visionary, and champion of sustainable agriculture. We chat about our shared commitment to he...
2021-12-0229 min
What Dreamers DoOn Gratitude (and Hot Baths)Gratitude is something we often talk about in November in the US, but I truly believe it's important to cultivate all through the year. In this episode, I tell some stories about how growing up in Appalachia and also my experiences interacting with people from other cultures have shaped my ideas about abundance, lack, and the importance of appreciating what we have. I truly believe that dwelling in gratefulness is one of the "magic superpowers" of creating a life we want and getting in alignment with our souls. From recounting the day Big...
2021-11-2523 min
What Dreamers DoCreative Habits: Your Brain Needs a WranglerToday we're talking about....CREATIVE HABITS!You know, those things that you do to cultivate your creativity and keep your ideas flowing, no matter what your interests and skills are. In this episode, I cover:The paradox inherent in a regular creative practice, the idea of discipline vs. playfulness and spontaneity, how to deal with the frustrating bits, living in alignment with our values, and the BEST part of a creative practice, to me.And I also share 3 tips that I've used throughout my creative life to keep going, no matter what, a...
2021-11-1830 minWhat Dreamers DoOrigin Story of an Artist/Activist: Seeking inspiration, living an authentic life, and learning self-belief along the way.“What’s this podcast all about? Who’s it for?” I’m sure those are some of the questions you have. In this debut episode, I talk about my origin story a bit: the family and community members that influenced my growing-up years in Appalachian Kentucky, the artistic journey that brought me where I am today, the ups and downs of being a self-employed performer, and how my art informs my activism.It can be overwhelming to look at all the problems in the world, and it’s easy to feel powerless. But I believe that w...
2021-11-1117 min
Appodlachia#105: Appalachian TikTok Legend Danielle KirkDanielle Kirk is a native of Mingo County, WV currently lives in Eastern Kentucky who has made a name for herself for being a strong and positive voice for Appalachia on TikTok to her over 140,000 followers and counting. We talk about where she grew up, her thoughts on Appalachian stereotypes, and why Charles Booker needs to do more to reach the people of Eastern Kentucky!Follow Danielle on TikTok!: www.tiktok.com/@daniellekirk731Transition Music: “Me and the Redbird River” by Carla Gover https://carlagover.com/ Ad-free episodes, bonus content, live events and more for a...
2021-10-2645 min
What Dreamers DoTrailerHi, I’m Carla Gover, an Appalachian musician, flatfoot dancer, mama, and DREAMER from Kentucky. I'm on a mission to share fierce love, good humor, and inspiration to help you live a life of creative freedom. I decided to start the What Dreamers Do Podcast to help answer the question: How can we use our gifts and talents to build a better world, and have fun along the way? You’ll also find interesting conversations with songwriters, poets, dancers, educators, world-changers, social justice warriors, and other people like you who are working to make a difference using their...
2021-09-1000 min
What the FolkEpisode 21: Elder Up with Carla GoverWe’re joined by Carla Gover, a musician, dancer and activist whose work is informed by her deep Appalachian roots. We talk about breaking regional stereotypes, building connections across different communities, the wealth extraction that underlies Eastern Kentucky’s problems, and the importance of learning “granny skills,” especially during the pandemic. Afterwards, Sarah and the artist-soon-to-be-formerly-known as Emily discuss liberal snobbery towards the South, the Texas freeze, and get a preview of one of your What the Folk hosts' new moniker! We also give a shout out to our What the Folk Fam, as we have now officially dubbed thee, our love...
2021-02-251h 30
The WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour PodcastWS961: Appalatin and Zoe SpeaksAPPALATIN’s foot-stomping, hip-swinging sounds organically unite Appalachian folk and high-energy Latin music. The name, Appalatin, reflects the unexpected meeting in Louisville, KY of Kentucky-raised musicians and masterful Latin émigrés from Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Their all-acoustic performances of traditional stings of guitar, mandolin, upright bass, and charango, indigenous Andean flutes, hand percussion, harmonica and vocal harmonies have brought joy and happiness to listeners of all ages.
ZOE SPEAKS consists of Kentuckians Mitch Barrett, Carla Gover, and their daughter Zoey Barrett, along with bassist Owen Reynolds and multi-instrumentalist Arlo Barnette, who draw on their deep roots in the Eastern Kent...
2019-05-2200 min
The WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour PodcastWS961: Appalatin and Zoe SpeaksAPPALATIN’s foot-stomping, hip-swinging sounds organically unite Appalachian folk and high-energy Latin music. The name, Appalatin, reflects the unexpected meeting in Louisville, KY of Kentucky-raised musicians and masterful Latin émigrés from Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Their all-acoustic performances of traditional stings of guitar, mandolin, upright bass, and charango, indigenous Andean flutes, hand percussion, harmonica and vocal harmonies have brought joy and happiness to listeners of all ages.
ZOE SPEAKS consists of Kentuckians Mitch Barrett, Carla Gover, and their daughter Zoey Barrett, along with bassist Owen Reynolds and multi-instrumentalist Arlo Barnette, who draw on their deep roots in the Eastern Kent...
2019-04-2959 min
Folk Roots Radio... with Jan HallEpisode 416 - Folk Roots Radio At The End Of the YearJoin us as we celebrate the season on Folk Roots Radio with an all music episode that covers the bases, with seasonal music, some wintery music and some music that sounds wintery but actually it's a bit political. So sit back, grab another glass of egg nog and settle down for music from Laura Mulcahy, Georgian Bay, The O'Pears, Bill Keith, Richard Ruane & Beth Duquette, Randall Kromm, Katherine Rondeau, Iain Thomson & Marc Duff, Arnie Naiman, Carla Gover & Zoey Barrett (from Zoe Speaks), Naming The Twins, Laura Zucker, Susan J. Berman, Sofia Talvik and Ian Foster & Nancy Hynes. Check out the...
2018-12-2159 min