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Arthouse Garage: A Movie PodcastBONUS - interview: Jeff Nichols and Kathryn Tucker talk Filmland and THE BIKERIDERSOn this very special episode, filmmaker Jeff Nichols talks all about his new film THE BIKERIDERS, which is playing at Filmland this weekend in downtown Little Rock. Kathryn Tucker, the executive director of the Arkansas Cinema Society, also tells us all about the screening and the events happening this weekend, Oct 14 - 17, at Filmland.LinksFilmland.orgACS on IGACS on FacebookConnect with Arthouse Garage Support us on Patreon Arthouse Garage shop Instagram Facebook Twitter Letterboxd Email us at Andrew@ArthouseGarage.com Subscribe to the email...2023-10-1459 min
Derringer Discoveries - A Music Adventure PodcastA John Prine Tribute with Jeff Sweatman (EP44)In this Derringer Discoveries episode, we honor legendary American songwriter John Prine. John’s songs were often humorous and witty – sometimes they were rebellious and full of social commentary on everyday life in America. He regaled us with his music from the early 70s until his death on April 7, 2020, from COVID-related complications. This episode is a tribute to Mr. Prine – a Chicago postman turned modern-day troubadour.
Team Derringer is joined by Jeff Sweatman who spearheaded a tribute album to John Prine that featured over 20 artists’ interpretations of John Prine’s hits. The project culminated on October 23, 2022, with a fantastic...2023-03-1529 min
The Liverpool Connection PodcastSpecial Guest: MARK SWEATMAN - Author of 'A Labour of Love: The Craftsman of The Kop'Send us a textThe Liverpool Connection is an LFC podcast that aims to bring the story of our wonderful club to as many fans as possible around the world. The history, the passion, the music, the people, the City – we want to share perspectives on and off the pitch. We're delighted to have you here with us, be sure to Like and Subscribe with Notifications on for our latest podcast.🔊 Listen to The Liverpool Connection Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts: https://www.buzzsprout.com/785459📲 Follow The Liverpool Connection on Social M...2022-06-1048 min
Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 3 Episode 4 - Ayappa BiddandaHis title may be a mouthful, but it just exemplifies how many things Ayappa Biddanda can do, and do well, that he is Senior Director, Grass Roots & Video Promotion/Tour & Events Marketing at Concord, the largest truly independent music and theatrical rights company in the world. In an Industry Spotlight a few years ago, Ayappa told Play MPE some of his career highlights included: booking Matt Nathanson on The Howard Stern Show; booking Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats on The Grand Ole Opry; setting up an album event for Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers at the Rock & Roll...2021-09-1757 min
Southern Gospel NOWSouthern-Gospel-NOW--Episode-27News on Dustin Sweatman, The Dove Brothers, Jeff Stice, McKamey Legacy, Hoppers, Erwins, Collingsworth Family, Tribute Quartet, Nelons and Wilburn & Wilburn.2021-09-0107 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 3 Episode 3 - John HarperGreat to visit with John Harper, DJ extraordinaire from the Outer Banks, NC! You can hear him these days on radiofreeobx.com and he's got a thriving wedding DJ business at johnharperdj.com. He used to be heard right here in Charlottesville on 3WV and we chatted about what Cville was like a couple decades ago, how the landscape of AAA radio has changed since he got into it on the ground floor in the early 90s, his days as a kid radio pirate, what the best wedding reception songs are and why and who the best American band of...2021-08-2450 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 3 Episode 2 - Krystal RobbinsKrystal Robbins (VP of Radio Promotion for ANTI-/Epitaph Records) might just take the cake for the most coolest artists mentioned per capita so far on RFUS! We actually recorded this in late 2020, but the podcast guest booking agent (aka me) took a few months off in 2021. Now we're back into a new season in August of 2021! In her years at ANTI- alone, Krystal has worked with everyone from Neko Case to Mavis Staples, from M. Ward to Mike Ness & Social Distortion to Michael Franti & Spearhead. Krystal has worked on behalf of legends like Tom Waits and Joe Strummer as w...2021-08-0959 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 3 Episode 1 - Jack BartonAfter a hiatus following a brief Season Two, we're back in business on RFUS with Jack Barton! It was a privilege and an honor to speak with one of the true mavens of the AAA format, who comes at the industry from basically all sides (although I forgot to ask if he's ever played in a band!). Like so many affected by what Little Steven calls the Big Bang of Rock'n'Roll (The Beatles on Ed Sullivan), he got into radio in college which led to a career working in radio and retail in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New...2021-08-031h 01
TheSabre.com PodcastBack For Season TwoThe Virginia football team didn't get much love from the ACC media, who picked the Hoos to finish fifth in the ACC Coastal Division. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at that prediction and conference realignment chatter. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss Trey Murphy III as NBA Draft week has arrived, recruiting, and more. The show wraps up with a look at the 1982 UVA-VT football game and an odd made for TV twist. Let's get started with season two of TheSabre.com Podcast!2021-07-281h 00
TheSabre.com PodcastThat's A WrapThe Virginia baseball team's run to Omaha came up just short of a National Championship, but TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the comeback season and the UVA sports year as a whole. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss Trey Murphy III's draft stock, recruiting, and more. The show wraps up with a look at the upcoming Metallica tribute album.2021-07-011h 00
TheSabre.com PodcastNo Pressure, No DiamondsThe Virginia baseball team's comeback story this season has led to Omaha! The Cavaliers are back in the College World Series for the first time since 2015 thanks to a dramatic Super Regional win. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the series that secured the spot for the Hoos. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss some hot topics in UVA sports, including another individual National Champion. The show wraps up with look back at the UVA baseball team's season as a whole.2021-06-1656 min
TheSabre.com PodcastThe Super Hoos' Comeback SeasonThe Virginia baseball team rallied from a slow start to the season and a loss in its NCAA Tournament opener to make the Super Regional in Columbia. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the dramatic run to the round of 16. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss a hot streak for UVA football recruiting plus a big recruiting weekend for the basketball program. The show wraps up with a remix - Ortiz At The Bat.2021-06-1055 min
TheSabre.com PodcastReceiver Potential, National Championships, & Virginia BasketballAs the Virginia football team begins its summer preparation, TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look whether this year's receivers may be the best group yet under Bronco Mendenhall as well as the season ahead. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss the National Championships for men's lacrosse and women's tennis player Emma Navarro, whether Virginia basketball can survive the transfer portal era, and Val Ackerman heading to the Hall Of Fame.2021-06-0351 min
TheSabre.com PodcastSub PleaseVirginia has favored sub defenses with an extra defensive back like a 2-4-5 or a 3-3-5 for most of the Bronco Mendenhall era, something that's common in college football. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at some Cavaliers to monitor as potential hybrid players that make those schemes work. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss UVA recruiting. Plus in the "Turning The Tables" segment, Sweatman dives into a load management discussion and Hoos in the NBA.2021-05-1949 min
TheSabre.com PodcastVirginia Spring Game Thoughts + An Overseas AdditionThe Virginia football team wrapped up spring practice so TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at some things from the Spring Game for the Hoos. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss the latest commitment and the performance center upgrade for the UVA basketball program. Plus in the “Turning The Tables” segment, Sweatman rants about the NFL Draft.2021-05-0553 min
TheSabre.com PodcastThinking Ahead To The Spring GameThe Virginia football team wraps up spring practice with the Spring Game this weekend. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at some things to watch for the Hoos. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss UVA basketball. Plus in the “Turning The Tables” segment, Sweatman debates whether there should be a college football super league.2021-04-2852 min
TheSabre.com PodcastLanding Transfer TargetsAfter the Virginia basketball team faced a trio of announcements on transfers departing the program, the Hoos got good news from the portal recently. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at Armaan Franklin and Jayden Gardner joining the program. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss Trey Murphy III’s decision to enter the NBA Draft and look at the offensive line for the Virginia football team in spring practice. Plus in the “Turning The Tables” segment, Sweatman shared his latest thoughts on UVA hoops.2021-04-141h 01
TheSabre.com PodcastHey Portal!The Virginia basketball team’s season finished with another ACC Regular Season Championship, but three players have announced their intent to transfer and all three seniors have officially moved on in the weeks after the season too. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the hottest topic out there: the transfer portal. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the start of spring practice for the Virginia football team with a focus on Brennan Armstrong and the quarterbacks. Plus in the “Turning The Tables” segment, Sweatman shared a new madness song - One Sh...2021-04-0753 min
TheSabre.com PodcastDescend Into The MadnessThe Virginia basketball team’s season finished with an early exit in the NCAA Tournament. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look back at the Ohio game and season as a whole plus starts to look ahead to next year. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the secondary for the Virginia football team. Plus in the “Turning The Tables” segment, Sweatman opines on the madness that is March. Episode 33 is on deck. Let's go!2021-03-2552 min
TheSabre.com PodcastVirginia's Spot As Madness ReturnsThe Virginia basketball team earned a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament as March Madness returns. The Cavaliers are facing a coronavirus quarantine after bowing out of the ACC Tournament, but they remain hopeful that they’ll clear protocols in time to play Saturday. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the opening matchup with Ohio. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the rest of UVA’s pod that includes Creighton and UC Santa Barbara as well as the big picture for the bracket.2021-03-1548 min
TheSabre.com PodcastMost Wonderful TimeThe Virginia basketball team climbed to the top of the standings and claimed another ACC Regular Season Championship thanks to a win at Louisville. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the latest victory and the ACC Tournament bracket. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the quarterbacks for the Cavalier football team. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at female covers of original male songs in honor of national Women’s History Month. The playlist that inspired the segment is embedded below plus here’s an article that tack...2021-03-0854 min
TheSabre.com PodcastHeavy Is The HeadThe Virginia basketball team got back on track with a win against Miami and that finished off a strong year at the John Paul Jones Arena once again. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the latest win and the road ahead. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the running backs for the Cavalier football team. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at Kris Kristofferson, who announced his retirement recently. There are articles on the Kristofferson here, here, and here.Plus, don’t forget the special Joh...2021-03-0351 min
TheSabre.com PodcastNeed A Timeout?The Virginia basketball team lost a close game at Duke, but there was plenty to talk about from the one-point game. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at the contest with the Blue Devils.Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the outside linebackers for the Cavalier football team. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at Daft Punk, who announced their break up this week. Plus, don’t forget the special John Prine fundraiser album that Sweatman himself has spear-headed. To donate to the fundraiser and learn mor...2021-02-2454 min
TheSabre.com PodcastPreparing For UVA Basketball's Closing StretchThe Virginia basketball team took care of North Carolina, but stumbled at Florida State in recent ACC action. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a look at where things stand for the Hoos as they prepare for the closing stretch of the regular season.Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the inside linebackers for the Cavalier football team. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at Professor Longhair and New Orleans music. Plus, don’t forget the special John Prine fundraiser album that Sweatman himself has spear-headed. To donate to...2021-02-1742 min
TheSabre.com PodcastSuper Start At 9-1 + Super GroupsThe Virginia basketball team improved to 9-1 in the ACC with recent wins on the hardwood. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the 9-1 start in league play that has the Hoos alone at the top of the league standings for now.Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the upcoming hoops matchups plus what’s next for the Cavalier football team and the offensive line position. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at super groups. Plus, don’t forget the special John Prine fundraiser album...2021-02-0900 min
TheSabre.com PodcastA Clinic Before A RivalryThe Virginia basketball team kept its momentum going with victories against Georgia Tech and Syracuse. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the 7-0 start in ACC play that has the Hoos alone at the top of the league standings for now. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the upcoming hoops matchup with Virginia Tech plus what’s next for the Cavalier football team and the defensive line position. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at new Les Paul guitars. Plus, don’t forget the special John Prine...2021-01-271h 12
TheSabre.com PodcastAll The Best From ...The Virginia basketball team kept its momentum going and then some with a pair of explosive wins against Notre Dame and Clemson this past week. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the 5-0 start in ACC play that has the Hoos alone at the top of the league standings for now. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at what’s next for the Cavalier football team and the receiver position. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at a special John Prine fundraiser album that Sweatman himself has sp...2021-01-1957 min
TheSabre.com PodcastA Good ACC StartThe Virginia basketball team jumped out to a 3-0 start in ACC play with wins against Notre Dame, Wake Forest, and Boston College. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the good start and the Hoos’ play on the hardwood. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at what’s next for the Hoos in hoops and the future of the tight end position for the Virginia football team. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at the birthday weekend for Bowie and Elvis.2021-01-121h 10
TheSabre.com PodcastDid You Catch The Number On That Train?The Virginia basketball team stumbled in a showdown with No. 1 Gonzaga, but must regroup quickly as ACC play looms. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the loss and the Hoos’ play on the hardwood. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also recap the Virginia football season that saw the team win 5 games. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at train songs after the Zags’ locomotive smashed into UVA.2020-12-301h 10Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 2 Episode 3 - Jesse BarnettThis week, we're thrilled to be joined by a veteran of AAA radio promotion, Jesse Barnett! We talked about a wide array of topics, from how he started in the music biz at A&M Records during the heyday of Sheryl Crow, Blues Traveler & The Gin Blossoms, to how he started his own company in 2005. We of course delved into what the "Emerson Mafia" is all about, and how after graduating college, he actually was a TV ad copywriter briefly for a well-known firm in L.A. It was cool to reminisce about how...2020-12-241h 36
TheSabre.com PodcastThat Didn't Go As PlannedThe Virginia football team wrapped up its season with a disappointing loss to rival Virginia Tech. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the loss and the Hoos’ choice to skip bowl season. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also discuss UVA recruiting. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at new holiday music.2020-12-1650 min
TheSabre.com PodcastA Rival + A NemesisThe Virginia football team kept its recent winning streak going with Senior Day win against Boston College. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at that victory. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down a big week ahead for UVA sports as the football team faces in-state rival Virginia Tech, while the basketball team takes on nemesis Michigan State. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at year end music lists.2020-12-081h 21Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 2 Episode 2 - Keith "The Rev" CoesAlthough he's a native Minnesotan and therefore a Vikings fan, Keith "The Rev" Coes is a true Tennessee Titan of the radio industry and AAA format in particular. He was there in the very early stages of Nashville's Lightning 100, and as their Assistant Program Director and Music Director, he's shaped one of the best & most decorated commercial stations in the country for the better part of 30 years. He's amassed countless industry adventures from not only living in Music City, but regularly attending SXSW, Bonnaroo, Non-Com, Boulder & Americana Fest. After we recorded this podcast, I became aware...2020-12-081h 05
TheSabre.com PodcastLots Of ChoicesThe Virginia football team’s trip to Florida State ended up in a late scratch so the Hoos are 4-4 entering their final scheduled home game. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the upcoming contest with Boston College. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman break down the start of UVA basketball season too, including the surprising loss to San Francisco. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at nominations and snubs for The Grammys.2020-12-011h 02
TheSabre.com PodcastThankful For Charles Snowden & MoreThe Virginia football team won its third straight game on Saturday and now is back to 4-4 on the season. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the victory against Abilene Christian and Charles Snowden’s season-ending injury. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman break down the upcoming contest with Florida State and the expected start of UVA basketball season too. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at good Thanksgiving playlist songs.2020-11-251h 01
TheSabre.com PodcastMost LikelyThe Virginia football team stayed on the winning track Saturday with a victory against Louisville so TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at the latest game. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman break down recruiting and UVA basketball “most likely” superlatives too. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at the new AC/DC album.2020-11-171h 02
TheSabre.com PodcastPutting The Lead In Lead GuardsThe Virginia football team ended up with an unexpected bye week so TheSabre.com Podcast focuses on a midseason report as the Hoos prepare for the stretch run. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the lead guard position for the UVA basketball team and the impact of junior Kihei Clark. The show wraps up with a music segment looking at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Class of 2020 plus a snub with local ties.2020-11-1159 min
TheSabre.com PodcastBe BetterThe Virginia football team snapped out of a month-long tailspin to grab a win on the final day of October, taking down North Carolina 44-41 at Scott Stadium. TheSabre.com Podcast takes a closer look at how the Hoos got back to the winner’s circle. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman break down the upcoming contest with Louisville too. There’s also an extended segment on UVA basketball and the wing position for this season. The show wraps up with a music segment split between live concert movies and the top songs of 1995 ... in h...2020-11-031h 08Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 2 Episode 1 - Josh NicotraJosh Nicotra is GM of Brushfire Records & the manager of Fruition, Tauk, and TK & The Holy Know-Nothings. He's a (mostly) NY sports fan (with 1 Boston exception), although he lives in LA, and has since he starting working with Jack Johnson & Brushfire in 2005. He's had quite a career in the music biz and lets us know how he & the bands he works with are trying to make it through 2020.2020-11-0300 min
TheSabre.com PodcastOctober Struggles, Post Possibilities, And Full MoonsThe Virginia football team’s October struggle continued with a loss at Miami. That marked the fourth straight loss for the Hoos.. TheSabre.com Podcast breaks down the rough month to date. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the upcoming contest with North Carolina. There’s also an extended segment on UVA basketball and the post player possibilities for this season. The show wraps up with a music segment focused on the moon in celebration of two full months this month.2020-10-271h 07
TheSabre.com PodcastIt's Good To Be KingThe Virginia football team stumbled at Wake Forest and fell into a three-game losing streak as a result. TheSabre.com Podcast looks back at the loss to the Demon Deacons and the recent struggles.Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the upcoming contest with Miami. There’s also an extended segment on UVA basketball, a reminder of why “it’s good to be king.” This episode discusses that line from the Tom Petty Wildflowers album, which has been re-released, in the music segment.2020-10-201h 05
TheSabre.com PodcastWhy Worry?The Virginia football team struggled against NC State and dropped a 38-21 decision at Scott Stadium, which ended a nine-game home winning streak for the Hoos. TheSabre.com Podcast dives into the tough outing against the Wolfpack. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the upcoming contest with Wake Forest. The Demon Deacons had a bye last week and are among the nation’s leaders in turnover margin - should that worry UVA fans? This episode discusses that and the music segment gives a tribute to Eddie Van Halen and Johnny Nash.2020-10-131h 19
TheSabre.com PodcastStarting Slow Like Rocky BalboaThe Virginia football team had a better showing than the ACC Championship Game, but the road trip to No. 1 Clemson still ended up in the loss column. TheSabre.com Podcast dives into how the Hoos looked against the Tigers. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the upcoming contest with NC State and whether UVA should be concerned about starting slow and having to rally like Rocky Balboa each week? This episode's music segment looks at some of the Billboard Music Award nominees. 2020-10-061h 05
TheSabre.com PodcastThe Lake Placid TheoryFootball season finally got underway in Charlottesville as Virginia grabbed an opening game win against Duke. TheSabre.com Podcast looks at the season opener and the Hoos’ fourth quarter rally to win 38-20. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also break down the upcoming contest at Clemson where the nation’s No. 1 ranked team awaits. The Tigers cruised to a 62-17 win in the ACC Championship Game last year against UVA so is there hope with the Lake Placid theory? The episode wraps up with the music segment focused on Rolling Stones’ updated top 500 albums...2020-09-2957 min
TheSabre.com PodcastFinally, It's Kickoff WeekFinally, it’s time for kickoff for the Virginia football team, who is scheduled to face Duke on Saturday at Scott Stadium. With the Blue Devils on deck, TheSabre.com Podcast looks at the first official UVA depth chart plus some challenges that Duke could present for the Hoos’ season opener. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look the new start date for college basketball season and who they’d like to see Virginia draw in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge. The episode wraps up with the music segment focused on vinyl record sales surpas...2020-09-221h 02
TheSabre.com PodcastWhere Do We Go From Here?The Virginia football team's season opener changed again so Duke is now on deck. Sabre Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman talk about that news, the preseason ACC football predictions, Taine Murray's commitment to UVA basketball, and more. TheSabre.com Podcast wraps up with the music segment focused on Cobra Kai and Zebra.2020-09-161h 00Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 7 - Melanie ShrawderThe sonic territory covered in the latest RFUS is pretty remarkable, as we could only do with Melanie Shrawder who worked for the Songlines radio promo company for 14 years & prior to that KUT in Austin, TX and WYEP in her native Pittsburgh. We started out talking Pirates & Steelers & Penguins, went straight into her love of Phil Collins & Genesis, touched on her youthful appreciation of everything from Journey to Juice Newton (bolstered by the Columbia House & BMG Record Clubs). We talked about her tenure booking acts like Spoon & Gary Clark Jr. for their 1st radio sessions, booking Blackalicious for a live s...2020-09-131h 30
TheSabre.com PodcastStars & SleepersKickoff for the Virginia-Virginia Tech rivalry game is almost here so TheSabre.com Podcast takes an early look at the Hokies plus breaks down the UVA football team's potential stars and sleepers at each position. Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman also look at the possibilities for the Wahoo hoops team and the latest basketball recruiting news. The episode wraps up with the music segment and 90's soundtracks.2020-09-101h 19
TheSabre.com PodcastIt's Hard To Hide HimOn this episode of TheSabre.com Podcast, Editor Kris Wright, Associate Editor Chris Horne, and host Jeff Sweatman look at some of the potential contributors for this year’s team that made offseason strength gains, the tight end position with Grant Misch and Tony Poljan, and the yearly Tony Bennett to the NBA article fodder that appears in the national media. Plus a rainy day music discussion.2020-09-0157 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 6 - Nick AttawayNick Attaway is VP of Radio Promotion at BMG and was recently named one of the "Top 5 Indie Promo Execs in the Streaming Age" by Billboard. I've known him going back to my 1st Bonnaroo trip in 2006 and (as you'll soon discover why) I knew I had to have him on one of my initial episodes of the podcast! Sit back, relax, and enjoy many tales of record biz grandeur, as only Nick could tell them! I tried to label each segment better, based on the topics discussed...hope that helps! P.s. this episode has some salty language, PG-13 at...2020-08-281h 18
TheSabre.com PodcastA QB Leader + More Football HeadlinesTheSabre.com Podcast returns to talk about the current leader in the Virginia football team's quarterback race, the latest jersey number picks, the outlook for the defensive backs, and more. Host Jeff Sweatman, Sabre Editor Kris Wright, and Sabre Associate Editor Chris Horne also talk some UVA basketball. The music segment looks at musical offspring as a tribute to the late Justin Townes Earle.2020-08-2651 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 5 - Brian Corona & Steve NiceOh man...so many stories, so little time! You could listen to the ALBUM versions of Lazy Eye & Paranoid Android 6 times each in the time it takes to listen...sorry, that's an inside joke you'll only get if you listen to this week's fascinating & fun discussion with Brian Corona (National Director of Promotion for Atlantic Records) and Steve Nice (of Nice Management & Consulting). We talk about their beginnings in the radio & record biz, and how they worked together at Capitol Records, where they helped break both Radiohead & Coldplay in the U.S...2020-08-211h 09
TheSabre.com PodcastThe No. 1 Pick Goes To ...On this episode, the Virginia football team held the first round of its annual jersey number draft and Richard Burney went first so we talk about the early picks. Plus, we look at the receivers and give a quick update on basketball recruiting. Things wrap up with a discussion on local Central Virginia music. TheSabre.com's new podcast continues as Editor Kris Wright and Associate Editor Chris Horne join host Jeff Sweatman to talk about the Hoos.2020-08-1850 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 4 - Jen DauntGreat to have Jen Daunt of Dauntless Promotion on the pod this week! She calls what she does “adult tastemaker radio promotion,” and she's got great stories for us about working with everyone from the Black Keys to Sharon Van Etten, Alt-J and Courtney Barnett when they were all brand new artists and more recently beabadoobee, plus the impending comeback records for Bright Eyes & Kathleen Edwards. Jen is one of the best in the biz, enjoy!2020-08-1434 min
TheSabre.com PodcastThe Hoonicorn ReturnsOn this episode, Jay Huff announced that he is staying for his final year with the Virginia men's basketball team so we took a long look at what the return of the Hoonicorn means for the Wahoos. Plus, a look at the updated UVA football schedule, the latest grad transfer, and a discussion on sports related songs and artists in our music segment. TheSabre.com's new podcast continues as Editor Kris Wright and Associate Editor Chris Horne join host Jeff Sweatman to talk about the Hoos.2020-08-0449 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 3 - KeeferWhat if the radio hero you grew up listening to ended up giving you your 1st full-time job? That was the case in the mid-90s with me & the one & only Keefer, now based in Colorado at the legendary KBCO. Great to catch up with him & talk about what got him into radio in the 1st place, the late 80s emergence of AAA as a national format, his moves from IL to MO to CO, the summer he was the official Radio Bonnaroo backstage interviewer, producing star-studded Studio C sessions, dipping his toes in the non-com radio world, returning to BC...2020-07-3146 min
TheSabre.com PodcastRun It BackOn this episode, the Virginia football team might rely on running backs more as it switches quarterbacks, basketball recruiting continues virtually, and a discussion on Peter Green and Fleetwood Mac in our music segment. TheSabre.com's new podcast continues as Editor Kris Wright and Associate Editor Chris Horne join host Jeff Sweatman to talk about the Hoos.2020-07-281h 03Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 2 - Jacyln PiermariniI first met Jaclyn Piermarini at Bonnaroo 2006 and by the end of that year, we both found ourselves working at the same radio station in Charlottesville, where we worked together for several years. After years in print, commercial & non-commercial radio (music and news), and some TV work as well, she's now part of the great podcast team behind Small Town, Big Crime, which got a nice plug from Buzzfeed back in March. We talked about what putting together a true crime podcast entails, what it was like broadcasting from backstage at Bonnaroo, the important role radio played...2020-07-2248 min
TheSabre.com PodcastIf You're 6'8" & VersatileOn this episode, versatile athletes are helping the UVA men's basketball and football programs, a recent recruiting surge, and "before they made it big" in our music segment. TheSabre.com's new podcast continues as Editor Kris Wright and Associate Editor Chris Horne join host Jeff Sweatman to talk about the Hoos.2020-07-211h 03Radio Friendly Unit Shifters!Season 1 Episode 1 - Brad SavageRFUS gets underway with a guy I've known for almost 20 years, who hired me to come to Charlotesville, VA 13 years ago, where my life changed in so many amazing ways. He's a radio AND industry savant, the one & only Brad Savage! He calls Akron, OH home now and gives us insight on the differences between commercial & non-commercial AAA radio, some new tunes he's digging & how he booked The Pixies AND Avett Brothers (both of whom rarely do in-studio sessions) to play at his Ohio station!2020-07-1637 minRadio Friendly Unit Shifters!The Best...Is Yet...To Come!RFUS takes you behind the scenes of the radio & records biz, as Jeff Sweatman chats with often unsung greats, most of whom he's known for 15+ years, so there are plenty of amazing stories & artists in the ever-shifting music world!2020-07-1600 min
TheSabre.com PodcastThe DebutTheSabre.com debuts its own podcast as Editor Kris Wright and Associate Editor Chris Horne join host Jeff Sweatman to talk about the Hoos. On this episode: football practice protocols, scheduling, some names to watch, and the time Paul McCartney played a record store.2020-07-141h 02