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Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #125 - Michael Gaither talks Krampus with Jamie CoffisJamie talks shop with fellow musician and KPIG DJ Michael Gaither in this one. Let's call it a belated Christmas episode. Michael chats about the origins of Krampus (the friendly Christmas demon) and some in-costume appearances he has lined up for the month. Live tunes include the sketchy holiday songs "The Krampus Comes Out Tonight," "No More Tequila For Santa," and new one, "Tens of Dollars." Subscribe to the series in Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube.
2025-12-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #119 - Silverada with Jamie CoffisMike Harmeier and Zach Moulton of the band Silverada drop into the sty to chat with Jamie Coffis before their show at Moe's Alley later that evening. Includes a live version of their tune - and a KPIG favorite - "Anywhere But Here."
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2024-09-1800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #99 - John Craigie with Jamie CoffisLongtime KPIG favorite John Craigie chats on the phone with Jamie Coffis about his new record, "Pagan Church" and lays out his tour plans for the year.
2024-02-2100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #93 - Lacy J Dalton with Jamie CoffisLongtime Santa Cruz (and KPIG) favorite Lacy J Dalton chats on the phone with Jamie for a recent episode of Neighborhood Night and previews the huge cast of friends she's gathering for an upcoming benefit at Moe's Alley.
2024-01-2223 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #84 - Keith Greeninger and Nina Gerber with Jamie CoffisFrom an afternoon, in-sty session, Keith Greeninger and Nina Gerber talk and play live in the studio.
2023-10-2020 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #83 - Carolyn Sills and Gerard Egan with Jamie CoffisTwo of our local favorites, Carolyn Sills and Gerard Egan of The Carolyn Sills Combo, chat live-in-the-sty with Jamie about their brand new record, "On the Draw." This episode includes three tracks from the new record, including "Dixon Ticonderoga," "Done Wonders," and "Sam McGee."
2023-10-1827 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #82 - Mark Adams with Jamie CoffisCentral Coast songwriter Mark Adams chats with Jamie on a recent Neighborhood Night about his new album "California Bound."
2023-10-1100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #81 - AJ Lee with Jamie CoffisAJ Lee drops by the sty to chat with Jamie and play a few tunes, including "Scattered to the Wind" and a way-cool cover of "Me and Bobby McGee"
2023-10-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #80 - Laurence Juber with Jamie CoffisLegendary guitar player Laurence Juber chats on the phone with Jamie about his current tour with John Jorgensen, where they play "Rubber Soul" and "Band On the Run" track by track.
2023-09-1800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #79: Scott Cooper with Jamie CoffisLocal pal Scott Cooper returns to Neighborhood Night, chats with Jamie Coffis, and plays a few tunes from his new record, "Fun Guy."
2023-09-1400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #78: Molly Tuttle with Jamie CoffisThe grammy-award winning Molly Tuttle talks with Jamie about her latest record, "City of Gold," and how it felt winning the 2023 Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album.
2023-09-1400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #77 - Eric Fidel (of The Fab Four) with Mark MooneyFrom a recent "Neighborhood Night," Mark Mooney chats with Eric Fidel of the Beatles tribute band "The Fab Four".
2023-09-1300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #75 - Lukas Nelson with Jamie CoffisLukas Nelson chats with Jamie Coffis by phone about this new record, "Sticks and Stones". NOTE: This is a rather short episode. Lukas was calling in immediately after the Maui fires, and their call was cut short. If you'd like to learn how to help out the Maui fire victims, you'll find a list of resources and agencies where you can contribute to at Aloha-thon for Maui.
2023-08-0900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #78 - James McMurtry and Betty Soo with Mark MooneyThe great James McMurtry along with songwriter Betty Soo join Mark in the studio for an interivew and live music before a show in Menlo Park later that evening. Episode includes studio cuts of McMurtrey's "Saint Mary of the Woods" and "Red Dress," along with live version of "Blackberry Winter" and "Canola Fields," and Betty Soo plays "Henry and Me" off her upcoming record.
2023-08-0200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #76 - Willy Watson with Jamie CoffisJamie Coffis chats on a recent "Neighborhood Night" with Willy Watson. Willy was one of the founding members of Old Crow Medicine Show and is now out on the road (with a band again) in support of his second solo record, Folk Singer Vol. 2.
2023-07-1800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #74 - Nina Gerber with Jamie CoffisGuitar hero Nina Gerber chats with Jamie Coffis on a recent episode of Neighborhood Night.
2023-07-1300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #72: Ed Jurdi of The Band of Heathens with Jamie CoffisJamie chats with Ed Jurdi of Band of Heathens about their new record, "Simple Things".
2023-07-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #73 - Ryan Humbert of The Shootouts with Mark MooneyRyan Humbert of The Shootouts chats with Mark Mooney on "Neighborhood Night" about the band's latest album, "Stampede."
2023-07-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #71 - Eilen Jewell with Jamie CoffisEilen Jewell, one of the pig's absolute favorite artists, chats with Jamie Coffis on a recent Neighborhood Night about the writing behind her brand new record, "Get Behind the Wheel"
2023-06-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #69 - Roy Rogers with Mark MooneySlide guitar wizard - and longtime favorite artist here at the pig - Roy Rogers chats on the phone with Mark Mooney on the eve of The Redwood Mountain Faire weekend.
2023-06-1200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #70 - John Cruz with Mark MooneyMark chats by phone with Hawaiian singer-songwriter John Cruz
2023-05-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #67 - Ben Morrison (of The Brothers Comatose) with Jamie CoffisBen Morrison of The Brothers Comatose chats on the phone with Jamie Coffis about an upcoming two-night run at Moe's Alley in Santa Cruz.
2023-05-1700 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #68 - Matt Anderson with Jamie Coffis.bandAward-winning Canadian blues musician Matt Anderson talks to Jamie about his latest record and what it was like to recenlty tour Canada, playing "31 shows in 40 days."
2023-05-1200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #63 - Adrea Castiano with Jamie CoffisFormer Santa Cruz songwriter Adrea Castiano - now living in Nashville - drops into the sty to play a few live tunes and chat with Jamie. This includes live version of Adrea's songs "Angel" and "One-Way Flight."
2023-05-0800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #66 - Keith Greeninger and Kellen Coffis with host Jamie CoffisTo promote their big show at The Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz last May, Keith Greeninger and Kellen Coffis appeared - and played live - on Neighborhood Night with Jamie Coffis. You have another chance to see Keith play with The Coffis Brothers band in August. Details at www.santacruzmountainsol.com.
2023-05-0400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #62 - Slaid Cleaves with Ramblin' Ror'Austin songwriter chats with Jamie (via phone) before a recent show here in Santa Cruz and gives the details that led to his latest record, "Together Through the Dark".
2023-04-2800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #65 - Gary Blackburn with Jamie CoffisLocal songwriter Gary Blackburn plays live in the sty and chat with Jamie on a recent episode of "Neighborhood Night". Includes live versions of "Daddy's Boy," "Because of Youiu," and "Red Ford Galaxy" from Gary's new EP.
2023-04-2600 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #64 - Jesse Daniel with Jamie CoffisOur good pal Jesse Daniel - and reigning champion for most appearances on Neighborhood Night - chat with Jamie on the phone, from the road.
2023-04-1200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #61 - Taylor Rae with Jamie CoffisLocal favorite - now living in Austin - Taylor Rae returns to the scene of the sty - to chat with Jamie about her show that week at Moe's Alley and play some new tunes including "Clone," The Airport Song," and "That's Not Mine."
2023-04-1200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #59 - Laura T. Lewis and Ryan Avellone with Jamie CoffisLaura T. Lewis and Ryan Avellone chat and play live on Neighborhood Night with Jamie Coffis
2023-04-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #60 - Larry Graff and Matt Hartle with Jamie CoffisLarry Graff and Matt Hartle of Painted Mandolin talks with Jamie Coffis about their band's new record and how the pandemic spawned a lot of creativity and new songs. This episode includes three studio tracks off the new record, including "Shine On," "Bird Dreams," and "Mather".
2023-04-0344 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #57- Darling West with Jamie CoffisJamie Coffis chats buy phone with Mari and Tor of Darling West. This episode includes the studio track "Light Ahead" off their newest record, "Cosmos"
2023-03-2200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #58 - Lindsey Wall with Jamie CoffisLocal songwriter Lindsey Wall drops in to play live in the sty on Neighborhood Night with host Jamie Coffis. This episode includes three live tunes, including "Daughter" and "Egret"
2023-03-2000 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #56 - Mark Erelli with Ramblin' RorRamblin' Ror' chats with songwriter Mark Erelli (phoning in from a wintery Boston) about his new release, "Lay Your Darkness Down". This episode includes the CD cut of "The Man I Am" from the new record.
2023-03-1500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #55 - Alex Lucero with Jamie CoffisLocal songwriter Alex Lucero hangs and plays LIVE IN THE STY and chats with Jamie Coffis on Neighborhood Night.
2023-03-0900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #53 - Michael MacArthur with Jamie CoffisFrom a recent Neighborhood Night, Jamie chats with songwriter Michael MacArthuer about his newest CD, "Milky Stars". This episode includes the studio cut of "Lady Luck".
2023-02-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #51 - Mike Beck with Jamie CoffisJamie chats on the phone with songwriter Mike Beck, calling in from Montana. Mike is a longtime favorite here on the pig - and also a former resident whom we still claim as one of our own.They chat about his recent appearance at the Elko Nevada Cowboy and Poetry gathering, along with the story behind Mike's latest single, "Woman In the Wave," which has become an instant KPIG favorite.
Mike also talks in depth about the influence of the late Ian Tyson (whom we just lost) and how he's literally cowboy'd and traveled, taking care of...
2023-02-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #52 - Miko Marks with Jamie CoffisFrom a recent Neighborhood Night, Jamie chats with former bay area resident Miko Marks about her newest record, "Feel Like Going Home".
2023-02-1500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #54 - Greg Loicano with Jamie CoffisGreg Loicano of The Mother Hips chats with Jamie Coffis on Neighborhood Night about his band's new record, "Looking At Long Days".
2023-02-0900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #48 - Aaron Flanders of The Burnt Pines with Jamie CoffisVia phone from another neighborhood (Mass), Jamie chat with Aaron Flanders of The Burnt Pines on a recent Neighborhood Night. They chat about the band's new record, "Don't Look Down". They chat about how the new album came about, recorded during the pandemic, and how the band's is uniquely spread out, geographically.
2023-01-3100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #50 - Rory Lynch with Jamie CoffisLocal songwriter Rory Lynch plays LIVE IN THE STUDIO on a recent episode of Neighborhood Night. He plays tunes from his new record, "High On the Well," and chats with host Jamie Coffis
2023-01-2500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #49 - Chuck Brodsky with Jamie CoffisOne of our fav artists - and former Santa Cruz resident now residing in Ashville NC - Chuck Brodsky chats with Jamie about his new record, "Gravity Wings," and his very first time really out on the road since 2020. This interview concludes with the title track from the new record.
2023-01-0400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #47 - Amy Ray with Jamie Coffis on NNAmy Ray of The Indigo Girls talks with Jamie Coffis about her new solo release, "If It All Goes South."
2022-11-3000 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #44 - Sunny Sweeney with Jamie CoffisSongwriter Sunny Sweeney joins Jamie by phone for a recent episode of "Neighborhood Night" as she literally just stepped offstage to talk about her new record, "Married Alone". Jamie opens this episode with two songs from the new record, "Easy As Hello" and "Someday You'll Call My Name". Sunny will be out here on the west coast with stops at Felton Music Hall, the Siren (Moro Bay) and Sweetwater Music Hall (Mill Valley) in December. Be sure to catch her live and learn more in this cool interview with Jamie!
2022-11-1600 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #45 - Dayan Kai with Kiana LeeDayan Kai, longtime pal of the pig, sits in with Kiana during "Out to Lunch," picks a few tunes, and talks about his shows that weekend in the Monterey Bay Area.
2022-11-1100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #43 - Jim Lewin & Diana Z with Michael GaitherFrom a recent edition of "Neighborhood Night," local favorite Jim Lewin drops by with singer/songwriter Diana Z to share a few tunes and talk about their upcoming duo shows.
This episode's live tunes include a take on Mary McCaslin's "Bramble and the Rose," Jim's tune "Key to Happiness," and a cover of Bob Dylan's "Never Say Goodbye".
2022-10-1900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #42 - James McMurtry with Mark MooneyLongtime KPIG favorite James McMurtry drops by the sty on his way to a show later that night at The Rio Theater. James chats with Mark Mooney and plays "If It Don't Bleed" and "Jackie" off his latest, "The Horses and the Hounds". This episode also includes the studio track "60 Acress" off James' record "Live in Aught Three".
2022-10-1400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #41 - Janiva Magness with Michael GaitherGuest host Michael Gaither welcomes award-winning blues singer https://www.janivamagness.com/ to a recent episode of Neighborhood Night. Janiva talks about briefly "spinning" during early 2020...and then promptly getting back into the studio to record "Hard to Kill" (her 16th record!) and then promptly hitting the road to get back on tour.
2022-07-0600 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #40 - Ramblin' Jack Elliot with Sleepy John SandigeLegendary folk icon "Ramblin'" Jack Elliot visits "Sleepy" John Sandige on KPIG's live music show, "Please Stand By". Jack reminisces about touring Europe in the early days, and his daughter mentions the mastered (and online) release of the film "The Ballad of Ramblin' Jack".
John then fast forwards as we hear some great stories about Jack's time with songwriter Guy Clark. This episode also includes the CD cuts of Guy Clark's "Ramblin' Jack and Mahan" and Jack covering "Me and Billy the Kid".
Jack concludes by throwing in an improvised tune advertising his Santa Cruz...
2022-05-2200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #36 - Keith Greeninger with Mark MooneyLocal favorite Keith Greeninger shares thoughts behind his veteran's tribute tune, "22 Angels" (and performs it live on the pig) and chats about the upcoming "Felton Still Remembers" Veteran's Day Celebration at Hallcrest Vineyards in Felton.
2021-11-0500 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #29 - Indigenous with Ramblin' Ror'Another afternoon ramble to the past: Ramblin' Ror' interviews Mato Nanji of Indigenous as he dropped by the sty in 2010 to showcase some tunes off his (then) new acoustic release, appropriately titled "The Acoustic Sessions".
2021-03-1000 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #23 - Jesse Daniel with Jamie CoffisJamie Coffis talks with former local songwriter Jesse Daniel. Jesse's currently in Texas, though we still claim him as one of our own. The two musicians talk about the impact that 2020 has had on touring (there isn't any) and new record releases (there haven't been any, but that's starting to change). They also look forward to what might be in store next year as new types of live shows (drive-in concerts, etc.) and other creative events become the norm. Jesse's latest record is "Rolling On," available at jessedanielmusic.com.
2020-11-1119 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #24 - Ramblin Ror Interviews the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile PilotsThis week, the official Oscar Meyer Weinermobile rolled through Santa Cruz, spreading joy, fun, and weinermobile whistles. Here's a fun chat that Ramblin' Ror' had with the vehicles pilots, Mayochip Molly and Sauce Spence.
They said it was "bunderful" to be at the pig, and as Ror' said best, KPIG "relished" the opportunity to speak with them.
2020-11-1100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #22 - Brennan Leigh with Jamie Coffis on "Neighborhood Night"Jamie Coffis talks by phone with Brennan Leigh, a new artist here at the pig - and we're quite fond of. Her songs have been recorded by Lee Ann Womack, Rodney Crowell, Sunny Sweeney, Charley Crockett, and many others. As renowned for her musicianship as for her writing, it's easy to see how Leigh caught the ear of greats like Guy Clark, who colorfully endorsed her flatpicking: "Brennen Leigh plays guitar like a motherf******," and David Olney, who described her writing as "tender, violent, sentimental, foolish and wise.
Her new record, "Prarie Love Letter," was produced by R...
2020-11-1100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #25 - Sadler Vaden with Jamie Coffis on Neighborhood NightA recent "Neighborhood Night" session with host Jamie Coffis and guitar wizard and songwriter Sadler Vaden. Probably best "heard" to KPIG audiences as a member of Jason Isbell's band, Vaden is a dynamite songwriter in his own right...as you'll soon hear.
2020-11-0400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #21 - Visual Artist Jann Hayworth (designer of "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album cover) with John SandigeJann Haworth is an American Pop artist. A pioneer of soft sculpture, she is one of the founders of Pop Art in the 1960s and is well-known as the co-creator of The Beatles' "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" album cover. Her art work has been exhibited in major museums around the world and is included in the permanent collections of institutions such as the Tate Modern, the Walker Art Center, and the Smithsonian Institution.
In this 2017 phone interview, "Sleepy" John Sandige talks with Jann about the Beatles' specific suggestions for people on the cover and her ar...
2020-10-2744 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #19 - Michael Franti with Jamie CoffisKPIG favorite Michael Franti does a very socially distanced episode of Neighborhood Night with Jamie Coffis. Michael was literally calling from an island (Bali) to chat with Jamie about his new album, "Work Hard & Play Nice" and talked about what it's been like to be quarantined with his wife and family for the past several months. (Due to COVID19, his summer tour - as well as flights to/from the island - have been put on hold).
Michael describes how his most positive songs have come from "his darkest places" and how he's learned to embrace livestreaming a...
2020-08-1100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #18 - Tom Russell with Laura Ellen HopperAnother pigcast flashback this time out. A vintage interview with our founder Laura Ellen Hopper and KPIG (and KFAT) favorite - AND ex-DJ Tom Russell. Tom plays "Who's Gonna Build Your Wall" and "Blue Wing" live in the sty.
2020-07-2911 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #17 - The Greencards with Laura Ellen HopperThis new episode features a vintage interview between our founder, the late Laura Ellen Hopper with KPIG favorite, The Greencards. The band stopped by the sty while on tour - and while enjoying a rare day off - to chat with Laura Ellen and play some tunes from their then-new release, 2007's "Viridian".
2020-06-0900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #16 - Mitchell Drosin, John Prine's Former Road/Business Manager, with John SandigeWe lost John Prine, the legendary songwriting icon, treasure, legend - choose your favorite appropriate superlative - on April 7th, 2020. In this special interview, KPIG's "Sleepy" John Sandige does an in-depth interview with Mitchell Drosin, who was John Prine's Road and Business manager for nearly 30 years.
This extended "Pigs In a Podcast" episode contains exclusive stories and annecdotes, along with the CD tracks to "Fish and Whistle," "Long Train," "Let's Talk Dirty In Hawaiian," and "Saddle In the Rain". Please enjoy this special insight into Prine's career, and a very appreciative THANK YOU to Mitchell for sharing his...
2020-05-1248 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #12 - Moshe Vilozny and David Holodiloff with Jamie CoffisThis week's episode of "Pigs In a Podcast" is an exceptionally fine visit on a recent "Neighborhood Night" between Jamie Coffis and two of our local musicians: Moshe Vilozny and David Holodiloff. Moshe and David share three new, unreleased tunes, "Taller," "Wishing Well," and "Be Free". They also turn the tables on Jamie Coffis for a bit and interview *him* about The Coffis Brothers upcoming record. This one's a warm visit between three musicians, talking shop and sharing tunes.
2020-02-2636 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #6 - James Durbin with Laurie RobertsAmerican Idol finalist, rocker, and local dude done good James Durbin drops by the sty during "Out to Lunch" to talk about his Americana project, "Hometown Revival" and play a couple of tunes from his upcoming record.
2020-02-1027 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #5 - Mira Goto with Michael GaitherSanta Cruz local Mira Goto (who spends a good half of her time in Nashville these days) talks about how important live radio still is in getting new music out into the world. AND we hear the debut of Mira's new single, "Nobody Warned Me," right here on the pig.
2020-02-0314 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #10 - Dayan Kai with Laurie RobertsA visit with KPIG local favorite Dayan Kai. (Well, TECHNICALLY he lives in Maui these days, but he grew up here, so we still claim him as one of our own.) Dayan stopped by during a recent mainland visit to chat with Laurie Roberts about life in Hawaii and to play a couple of tunes from his new solo release, "To Be Free". Listen in to hear the title track and "Bank Robber Blues". Always a fun time with Dayan!
2020-01-3023 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #14 - Scott Cooper with Michael GaitherLocal guitar slinger and songwriter Scott Cooper sits in with guest-host Michael Gaither on "Neighborhood Night". Michael and Scott reminisce about their early days when they both wrote for the Santa Cruz Sentinel newspaper, then settle in to talk shop. Scott chats about how he writes songs about "places" and "characters," and plays "Warren Zevon" (a tribute to the great songwriter, "Tulsa Bound," and a new one, "Call My Name".
2020-01-2226 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #2 - Taylor Rae and Lindsay Wall with Jamie CoffisTaylor Rae and Lindsay Wall join host Jamie Coffis on his weekly show "Neighborhood Night," for a chat about life after leaving Santa Cruz (Taylor is in Austin TX these days) and some of the interesting aspects about booking shows in December.
2020-01-2030 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #7 - AJ Lee and Blue Summit with Jamie CoffisLocal favorite, award-winning AJ Lee and her stellar band Blue Summit appear on "Neighborhood Night" with Jamie Coffis, and talk about how their rehearsal space in a rented house became the impromptu studio where they recorded their debut record, "Like I Used To".
2019-12-0929 min
The Songs and Stories PodcastSongs and Stories #189: “Me and My New Best Friends on KPIG Radio”Here’s a fun bonus episode for the month. KPIG Radio has always been very kind to me. They’ve played my music, had me on the air to promote my shows, and most recently (in March of this year), I officially joined the crew. I’m a fill-in DJ (with lots of opps to fill in), and I’m maintaining their web site and social media content. Life is good.
Recently, me and most of my New Best Friends band were guests on “Please Stand By,” their live Sunday morning show. We were on to remind folks about...
2019-11-2128 min
The Songs and Stories PodcastSongs and Stories #189: “Me and My New Best Friends on KPIG Radio”Browse and listen to the entire podcast archive at AnchorFM.com. Here’s a fun bonus episode for the month. KPIG Radio has always been very kind to me. They’ve played my music, had me on the air to promote my shows,…
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2019-11-2100 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #3 - Mark Stuart with Laurie RobertsIt's a special "Out to Lunch" as Laurie Roberts interviews Mark Stuart, from the San Diego-based outfit The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash.
2019-11-0821 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #15 - Kimberly Ford with Laurie RobertsPOSTED ON 5/5/20: Singer/Songwriter Kimberly Ford visits Laurie Roberts during "Out to Lunch" for a special preview of her Joni Mitchell tribute show - and it happened to be on Joni's birthday!
2019-11-0720 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #8 - Todd Snider with Laurie RobertsLongtime KPIG favorite Todd Snider visits Laurie Roberts for a sitdown about the 2019 World Series (which segues into a chat about his basball song "America's Favorite Pastime,") his latest record, "Cash Cabin Sessions Vol. 3," and how he ended up writing his ballad, "D.B. Cooper," which he plays live on the air.
2019-10-2424 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #1 - Jesse Dayton with Michael GaitherAustin guitar slinger/songwriter Jesse Dayton stopped by the sty after a Moe's Alley show - and en route to SLO - to chat with Michael Gaither. Jesse is the real deal. He started sneaking into bars and playing guitar professionally at age 15. Waylon Jennings saw him on a local Nashville station (true story) and had a limo pick him up and take him on the road.
He's toured and recorded with Waylon, Willie, and Charlie Pride, to name a few. A KPIG favorite, Jesse's latest record is "Mix Tape, Vol. 1," a tribute to '70s songwriters.
2019-08-3024 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #9 - Christie McCarthy with Michael GaitherLocal songwriter Christie McCarthy recaps her recent show at Kuumbwa Jazz Center, plays a few tunes live, and then recaps what went into her latest album, "Big Picture," recorded at Keith Greeninger's Wind River Studios.
2019-07-2122 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #30 - Sharon Allen and Jimmy Norris with Jamie CoffisGoing way back to one of Jamie Coffis' first Neighborhood Night interviews, here's a long, fun chat with longtime local favorites: Singer and Songwriter Sharon Allen and the Santa Cruz goto drummer, Jimmy Norris. Great conversation with music shop talk from three close music pals.
2019-05-2400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #4 - James McMurtry with Laurie RobertsKPIG favorite James McMurtry visits Laurie Roberts to talk about fine wine and fine swine music, and play a couple of tunes live during "Out to Lunch".
2019-04-0418 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #28 - Carolyn Sills, Gerard Egan, Sunshine Jackson AND Cowboy with Jamie CoffisLooking back on this way cool Neighborhood Night special, Jamie Coffis talks with Carolyn Sills, Gerard Egan and Sunshine Jackson of The Carolyn Sills Combo. (Cowboy the dog makes a quiet, cameo appearance.)
This was recorded back when Carolyn and Gerard were hosting their fabulous "House of Twang" show here at the pig, so there's lots of chat about how they came to love western swing - and adopted the "Sphaghetti Western Swing" moniker for their own music.
This episode of "Pigs In a Podcast" features live performances of "Rotary Phone" and "Even Villains Once...
2019-03-1200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #39 - Chris Webster and Nina Gerber with Ramblin' Ror'Longtime favorites Chris Webster and Nina Gerber chat with Ramblin' and play a few tunes in this 2018 appearance. Fun fact: Chris and her band Mumbo Gumbo were one of the very first bands to play "live in the sty". This set includes live takes on the songs "You Just Have to Laugh" and "Wild Ride"
2018-10-1700 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #33 - Eliza Gilkyson and Nina Gerber with Ramblin' Ror'Eliza Gilkyson and Nina Gerber chat with Ramblin' Ror' before a show at Michael's on Main. Includes live performances of "Looking Glass" and "Conservation," and the CD cut of "Runaway Train".
2018-10-0300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #34 - Kinky Friedman with Ramblin' Ror'The one and only Kinky Friedman makes a rare appearance on the pig. He was on a short, ten-show tour, for his (at the time) new CD, "Circus of Life". This interview includes the CD track "Sold American".
2018-04-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #38 - The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash with Ramblin' Ror'Mark Stuart and The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash drop into the sty (circa 2018) before their first-ever show at Michael's on Main. Mark talks about the origin of the band's name and how the man in black himself dug the idea and ended up inviting them over to record their first album at his studio! Includes live versions of the songs "Austin Night," "No Honky Tonks," and "440 Horses" (which was a Cash favorite).
2018-04-1900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #32 - The Beach Boys Al Jardin with Ramblin' Ror'We pick this one up mid-conversation with The Beach Boys' Al Jardin and Ramblin' Ror' talking about Al's 2018 storytelling tour that covers hits, deep cuts, and history behind some of the songs. They also talk about how Al discovered and eventually settled into the Big Sur region of the Central Coast.
2018-04-0600 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #31 - Fred Eaglesmith and Tiff Gin with Ramblin' Ror'Longtime KPIG favorite Fred Eaglesmith and his wife Tif Ginn talk about Fred's latest release "Standard" and play a few tunes live in the sty before their duo show at Kuumbwa in Santa Cruz.
2018-02-1400 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #35 - Laura Love with Ramblin' Ror'Laura Love visits the sty (appropriately enough, on Valentine's Day in 2018) and plays two tunes from her latest record, "She Loved Red".
2018-02-1400 minThe Songs and Stories PodcastMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #172: Michael Gaither and Steve Kritzer on KPIG RadioMichael Gaither and Steve Kritzer play from their new CDs, “Hey Karma” and “Right Where I’m Supposed to Be” live on KPIG radio. Details at http://www.michaelgaither.com.
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2017-12-0837 min
Michael Gaither - Songs and StoriesMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #172: Michael Gaither and Steve Kritzer on KPIG RadioMichael Gaither and Steve Kritzer play from their new CDs, “Hey Karma” and “Right Where I’m Supposed to Be” live on KPIG radio.
2017-12-0800 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #37 - Tony FurtadoRamblin' visit with guitar and banjo player extraordinairre Tony Furtado as he brings his acoustic trio into the sty. Tony was in town to play Michael's on Main that night, circa September 2017.
2017-09-0100 minThe Songs and Stories PodcastMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #151: KPIG Recap and Upcoming PodcastsA chance to hear Michael himself interviewed for a change. Includes live performances of "Hang It Up" and "Where'd the Time Go?" played live on KPIG Radio". Details at http://www.michaelgaither.com.
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2015-10-3022 minMichael Gaither - Songs and StoriesMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #151: KPIG Recap and Upcoming PodcastsA chance to hear Michael himself interviewed for a change. Includes live performances of "Hang It Up" and "Where'd the Time Go?" played live on KPIG Radio". Details at http://www.michaelgaither.com.
2015-10-3000 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #46 - Mary McCaslin and Rich Shea with Sleepy John SandigeGoing back into the archives for this one. Here's a vintage "Please Stand By" featuring Rick Shea and the late Mary McCaslin from 2012 with "Sleepy" John Sandige. Live tunes include a cover of Larry Murray's "Mama Lou" and a take on Mary's song "The Bramble and The Rose".
2012-01-2200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #28 - The Waifs with Ramblin' Ror'Long-time KPIG favorites from down under, The Waifs, visited the sty in this flashback to 2010. They were in town to play the Rio Theatre after a short hiatus and chatted with Ramblin' Ror' about what they did in their downtime (started families) and then broke out several new tunes live on the air. Great stuff from a great band.
2010-06-2300 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #20 - Rodney Crowell with Mark MooneyRodney Crowell has been a staple of KPIG, dating back to the pre-days of KFAT radio. He stopped by the sty in August of 2019 before his show that night at the Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz. Rodney chats with Mark Mooney about his current record, "Texas," which evolved into a who's who of "gang's all here" lineups featuring guest stars including Ringo Starr, Willie Nelson, and Billy Gibbons.
He talks about how important the station has been for Americana music, and plays a few tunes live during the interview. One of our absolute favorites. You'll soon hear w...
2009-08-0200 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #26 - Laura Ellen Hopper tribute at 2007 Americana Music AssociationIn this very special "Pigs In a Podcast," we go back to the 2007 Americana Music Festival and listen in on a tribute to our founder, Laura Ellen Hopper.
You'll learn why Laura Ellen was amazing and humble where the American format was back in 2007, hear a few recorded thoughts from Laura Ellen herself, and then sit back to listen to KPIG favorite Todd Snider talk about his close friend Laura and play one of her favorite songs. It's touching and a great reminder of our radio roots.
2007-11-0100 minMusic Sumo Podcast on GigaDial PublicThe Trespassers on KPIG Radio - Jan. 14, 2007Featured Artist: The Trespassers
This bonus podcast is brought to you by The Trespassers. They recently played live on KPIG radio on "Sleepy" John's show, "Please Stand By," to promote some of their upcoming shows.
Check out their website at www.thetrespassers.com to keep updated with new shows since they are always playing somewhere!
Also check out KPIG Radio at www.kpig.com, or on the radio at:
107.5 FM - Santa Cruz & Monterey Bay Area, CA
94.9 FM - San Luis Obispo, CA
1510 AM - Piedmont, CA (Greater San Francisco Bay Area)
Thanks "Sleepy" John!
2007-10-0600 minMichael Gaither - Songs and StoriesMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #2: The Band Plays on KPIGHere's a look (listen, actually) at how the band came together, as well as some audio from our recent appearance on KPIG radio. Read the show notes and listen to more podcasts like this one at http://www.michaelgaither.com.
2007-03-0500 minThe Songs and Stories PodcastMichael Gaither - Songs and Stories #2: The Band Plays on KPIGIn Songs and Stories episode #2, I talk about our band and how we sort of formed by accident (a happy accident). You'll also hear what folk musicians sound like at 10:00 am on a Sunday morning as I play highlights from our recent appearance on "Please Stand By", a live weekly show on KPIG radio out of Freedom, California. Please visit this podcast at http://www.michaelgaither.com/
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2007-03-0515 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #13 - Kevin Welch with Laura Ellen HopperAnother wonderful vintage interivew this week. Our founder, the late Laura Ellen Hopper, chats with KPIG favorite Kevin Welch on the weekend's eve of the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festical, circa 2006. Kevin played Don Quioxte's Music Hall that night, then joined with trio-mates Kieran Kane and Fats Kaplan for the festival that weekend.
Listen in, as Kevin plays live versions of "Killing Myself" and "Flycatcher Jack and The Whipporwhill's Song". The show concludes with the CD version of "Life Down Here On Earth".
2006-10-0516 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #29 - Chris Smither with Laura Ellen HopperAnother "Pigs in a Podcast" vintage flashback, as we listen to Laura Ellen Hopper chatting with Chris Smither. Chris was in town for a show at Kuumba, and chatted about this then-new release, "Leave the Light On". He played the title track along with another now-favorite pig tune, "Origin of Species".
2006-09-1900 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #27 - Ray Wiley Hubbard with Laura Ellen HopperA special vintage interview this time out, as our founder the late Laura Ellen Hopper interviews longtime KPIG favorite Ray Wiley Hubbard. Ray talks about playing Monterey Live (which was a brand new venue at the time) and plays "Snake Farm," accompanied by his son "Mud Puddle". This was likely the first time that iconic KPIG tune was first played live here at the station.
2006-05-0600 min
Pigs in a PodcastEpisode #11 - Slaid Cleaves with Laura Ellen HopperA very special vintage interview this week: Our founder, the late Laura Ellen Hopper, interviews Austin songwriter Slaid Cleaves while he was doing a west coast tour for his pet project, "Unsung". This is a record full of songs all written by close pals of Slaid.
This sitdown with Laura Ellen also features live performances of "Devil's Lullaby" written by bandmate Michael O'Connor, and "Drinkin' Days," a Slaid original (and a favorite here at KPIG).
2006-05-0513 min