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Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
05 The Carnal and the Crane
A medeval song for the Christmas period: Today I will look at the ballads The Carnal and the Crane, King Pharim, and King Herod and the Cock all of which concern the mythical beginnings of the early life of Jesus of Nazareth. I will look at their known printing history, sing samples of the different versions and end with a full performance of the ballad
2025-12-24
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
04 My Bonny Bonny Boy
Today I will look at two English songs My Bonny, Bonny Boy and The Grey Hawk that share a similar theme of lost love
2025-12-12
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
03 Edward and The Two Brothers
There are two British ballads that are often confused with each other. These ballads are Edward and The Two Brothers. I will also look at Lord Randall which often shares some verses with the Edward ballad and I will include the American ballad known as The Rolling of the Stones which is often linked to the Two Brothers
2025-11-28
20 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
02 Hares on the Mountain
Today I will look at two English songs Hares on the Mountain and The Furze Field that share a similar theme of sexual desire disguised as countryside theme. I will look at their printing history, sing samples of the different versions and end with a full performance of one of the songss
2025-11-14
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
01 The Daemon Lover aka The House Carpenters Wife
The Deamon Lover or The House Carpenter’s Wife Today I will look at the balld known Deamon Lover or The House Carpenter’s Wife. I will look at the publishing history, sing samples of the song and end on a complete performance of the balladThe ballad tells of a young married woman who is visited by a previous love who had once been he intended husband, She is seduced away from her husband and child by promises of wealth
2025-10-31
18 min
The Daily Whatever
The Daily Whatever, August 13: The Quadruple Fuck and a Little (Legal) Hope
Huge thanks to Sophia Kelly Grace and Melissa Corrigan, she/her for joining us in our last Restream for an amazing conversation.Thank you R.V. Hughes , Lisa Jensen , Brandon Ellrich , Carol Ann Power , OldHenCharlie , cynmac , Dale Scaringi , Damon Kenner , Dana DuBois , Dan Houghton , David Caffrey , Gatto Sospetto , IncredibleHulka , julie elder , Karen Marie Shelton , Kimberly Finix , Kostadenos Priskos , Kothar Lai , Jo , The Momster 🧷 , Lawrence Winnerman , Margaret , Mandy Ohman , MorganX , Peter William Murphy , Polly Walker Blakemore , Rachel Hendricks , Musings on Interesting Times , Richard Hogan, MD, PhD(2), DBA , Robin Wilding , Sacha Cohen , Julie Price Carpenter , Nick Paro , Soso , Wendy🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈🌈 , Tom Young , Victor Cardenas
2025-08-13
1h 02
The Daily Whatever
The Daily Whatever, Aug 12: Falling in Love Through My Thumbs, Part 1
Today Dana DuBois shared her latest—a story from several years ago about falling for someone online, and the hopes and tribulations found therein. Check it out here:Thank you R.V. Hughes , Lisa Jensen , Brandon Ellrich , Carol Ann Power , OldHenCharlie , cynmac , Dale Scaringi , Damon Kenner , Dana DuBois , Dan Houghton , David Caffrey , Gatto Sospetto , IncredibleHulka , julie elder , Karen Marie Shelton , Kimberly Finix , Kostadenos Priskos , Kothar Lai , Jo , The Momster 🧷 , Lawrence Winnerman , Margaret , Mandy Ohman , MorganX , Peter William Murphy , Polly Walker Blakemore , Rachel Hendricks , Musings on Interesting Times , Richard Hogan, MD, PhD(2), DBA , Robin Wilding , Sacha Cohen , Julie Price...
2025-08-12
1h 06
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
21 Barbara Allen
Today podcast examines the popular ballad Barbara Allen. I will look at the publishing history, sing samples of the songs and end on a complete performance of one of the songs.A young man falls in love with Barbara Allen, but she does not return his love and makes scornful remarks about him. He pines away and dies. Barbara Allen realises that she loved him and she too pines away and dies.
2025-06-13
15 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
20 Riddles Wisely Expounded
Today I will look at the ballads which contain riddles within their central theme. I will look at the publishing history, sing samples of the songs and end on a complete performance of one of the songs
2025-05-30
22 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
19 Lady Elspat
Today I will look at the ballad known Lady Elspat Lady Elspat plans to elope with her love William, but her brother's page informs Elspat’s mother. The mother takes William to court on a charge of breaking into the castle stealing her jewels.
2025-04-18
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
18 The Broken Token
In today’s podcast we’ll take a look at songs in which lovers are parted and eventually return after some years. These are often referred to as broken token songs
2025-04-05
18 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
17 The Wife of Usher's Well
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Wife of Usher’s Well. A mother sends her sons across the sea to school, only to find later that they had died. She grieves their loss, cursing the winds and sea for their return. They do return, as physical ghosts, and convince her to let them rest in peace
2025-03-21
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
16 British Man Of War
Today I will look at the Victorian song British Man of War and its sequel Susan’s Adventures in a British Man of War. A sailor is walking with his true love Susan. When she asks him not to venture into danger; the sailor tells her he must go and fight the Chinese for the honour of the country. He tears his handkerchief into two and presents her with one of the halves as link to his love. As he is rowed off towards his ship she waves her handkerchief.
2025-03-07
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
15 The Three Ravens & The Twa Corbies
Today I will look at the song known as Three Ravens and the reworked version known as TheTwa Corbies. The ballad tells of a discussion between three ravens that see a dead knight whose body is protected from predators by his hounds and hawks
2025-02-21
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
14 Green Mossy Banks of the Lea
An American from Philadelphia is wandering around Europe; he wanders into England. He meets a young woman and falls in love with her, asks her father’s permission to marry her and settles down on the Green Mossy Banks of the Lea
2025-02-07
12 min
Stoury Time
Epipsode 61: The Callous DaoBoys (Maddie Caffrey)
In this weeks episode, Jon is joined by new friend Maddie Caffrey of The Callous DaoBoys. Maddie joins the show to talk music, share what the writing process is like, share stories, and much more! Be sure to support The Callous Daoboys on tour and pick up some merch! The Callous DaoBoys https://solo.to/thecallousdaoboys?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZY9OuquyKaLo6E1QlZvtdTHjaCn1qqjzgm80wOajisy0r5Orf8fPT4GVc_aem_rajCpJD7bSLGB7bkYPpnIA https://thecallousdaoboys.com https://www.instagram.com/thecallousdaoboys/ Maddie Caffrey https...
2024-11-19
1h 23
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
12 The Lass of Roch Royal
Today I will look at the ballad known as The Lass of Roch Royal it is also known as Lord Gregory and The Maid of Aughrim. I will look at the songs and publishing history, sing samples of the songs and end on a complete performance of one of the songs
2024-06-28
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
12 Sweet William/Father Father Build Me A Boat/A sailors Life
In today’s podcast I will look at the song Sweet William also known under several other titles including Father, Build Me A Boat, A Sailor’s Life, and Early, Early in the Spring.I will look at the known background to the song, its printing history and development.I will sing samples of the tune linked to the song and end with a full performance.
2024-06-14
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
11 The Moon Shines Bright
Today’s podcast looks at the seasonal carol The Moon Shines Bright also known as The Bellman’s Song. I will look at the background to the carol, its publishing history, and sing samples of the carol and end on a complete performance of a version of the carol
2024-05-03
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
10 The Broom of the Cowdenknowes
In today’s podcast I will look at the two separate songs that we know as The Broom of the Cowdenknowes. I will look at the songs and publishing history, show the difference between the songs and sing samples of the songs and end on a complete performance of one of the songs
2024-04-19
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
9 The Death of Admiral Benbow
In today’s podcast I will look at the background to the death of Admiral John Benbow in 1702 and why he was celebrated in songs that are still sung today. I will sing samples of the songs and end on a full performance.
2024-04-05
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
8 Katherine Jaffrey / The Green Wedding /Lochinvar
Today’s podcast looks at the Scottish ballad Katherine Jaffrey, its English equivalent known as The Green Wedding and the reworked poem Lochinvar. I will look at their publishing history, show the difference and sing samples of the songs and end on a complete performance of one of the songs
2024-03-22
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
7 High Germany / The Kings Command / Wars of Germany
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad High Germany along with two other songs that have similar themes - The True Lovers and The Wars of Germany. I will look at its background and printing history, sing samples of the different tunes and versions I will end on a full performance.
2024-03-01
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
5 The Silkie of Sule Skerry
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Great Silkie of Sule Skerry often referred to as The Silkie or The Norway Maid. I will look at its background and printing history. Sing samples of the different tunes and versions, and end on a full performance
2024-02-09
15 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
5 The Foggy Dew
Today’s podcast looks at the song The Foggy Dew, a tale of seduction and lasting love. I will look at what we know about its origin, its variations and printing history. I will sing samples of the song tunes and end on a full performance
2024-01-26
22 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
4 The Death of Queen Jane
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad Death of Queen Jane. I will look at its background and printing history Sing samples of the different tunes and versions and end on a full performance. The ballad tells of the death of Jane Seymour, the third wife of Henry VIII of England and I explore the probable truth and the political spin of that time.
2024-01-12
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
3 Sweet Williams Ghost
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad Sweet William’s Ghost. I will look at its background and printing history. Sing samples of the different tunes and versions, and end on a full performance All the podcasts can be found on the website: caffreymcgurkmadge.com
2023-12-31
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
20 A Ship in Distress
In today’s podcast I will look at the maritime song A Ship in Distress and two associated songs The Silk Merchant’s Daughter and Little Billee. I will explore its background and printing history, sing versions of the song and end on a full performance
2023-12-27
16 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
2 The Three Butchers
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Three Butchers, a tale of robbers, an heroic butcher and a traitorous woman. I will look at its background and printing history Sing samples of the different versions and end on a full performance
2023-12-08
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
1 Clerk Saunders
In today’s podcast I will look at the Scottish ballad Clerk Saunders. I will show just what is known about the ballad and note its publishing history. I will sing samples of the known tunes and end on a full performance of the ballad.
2023-11-24
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
24 John of Hazelgreen and Jock of Hazeldene
In today’s podcast I will look at the Scottish song John of Hazelgreen and its related song Jock of Hazeldene. I will look at its known background and printing history. Sing samples of the different versions and end on a full performance
2023-09-22
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
23 Sheep Crook and Black Dog
In today’s podcast I will look at the song Sheep Crook and Black Dog also known as My Flora and I and Spread the Green Branches. I will look at its known background and printing history. Sing samples of the different versions and end on a full performance.
2023-09-08
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Female Highwayman aka Sovay Sovay
I today’s podcast I will look at the song The Female Highwayman also known as Sovay and Sylvia. I will explore its background and printing history, sing versions of the song and end on a full performance.
2023-08-25
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
21 Oxford City aka Poison in a Glass of Wine
In today’s podcast I will look at the song Oxford City also known as Jealousy and Poison in a Glass of Wine. I will show just what is known about the ballad and note its publishing history. I will sing samples of the known tunes and end on a full performance of the ballad.
2023-08-11
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
20 A Ship in Distress
In today’s podcast I will look at the maritime song A Ship in Distress and two associated songs The Silk Merchant’s Daughter and Little Billee. I will explore its background and printing history, sing versions of the song and end on a full performance
2023-07-28
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
19 The Grey Cock and other similar night visiting songs
In today’s podcast I will look at night visiting songs that have a similar internal structure that is used to carry the narrative. I will look at their origins, where known, the printing history and sing samples of the tunes and text. I will end on a full performance of one of the songs
2023-07-14
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
18 Famous Flower of Serving Men
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Famous Flower of Serving-Men. A romantic tale of a young widow who changes her identity, and becomes a male servant to a king. When her true identity is discovered the king takes her for his bride. I will look at the ballads origin, its printing history and sing tunes linked to the ballad. I will end on a fill performance of the ballad.
2023-06-30
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
17 Bogies Bonnie Belle and Adieu to Bogieside
In today podcast I will look at the popular Scottish song Bogie’s Bonny Belle. I will look at its origin, its publishing history and sing some samples of the song. I will end the podcast with a look at the poem turned song Adieu to Bogieside
2023-06-16
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
16 Seventeen Come Sunday
In today’s podcast I will look at the song Seventeen Come Sunday, a song of seduction by a soldier and a willing maiden.
2023-05-05
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
15 Bold General Wolfe
In today’s podcast I will look at the songs relating to General James Wolfe and the background to Battle of Quebec of 12 & 13 September 1759. I will look at the printing history of the songs, sing some samples of the songs and end on a full performance.
2023-04-21
19 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
14 The Corpus Christi Carol aka Over Yonder's A Park and All Bells of Paradise
In today’s podcast I will be looking at one of the oldest noted traditional songs The Corpus Christi Carol. I will look at its background, its printing history and sing tunes associated with the song and end on a full performance of the song
2023-04-07
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
12 Will of Winsbury aka Tom Baber
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad Willie of Winsbury also known as Tom Barbery in the English and Irish versions. This is a song of seduction of a wealthy heiress by a servant man, which has a happy ending
2023-03-24
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
12 The Lowlands of Holland
In today’s podcast I will look at the song The Lowlands of Holland, a tale of parted lovers, a shipwreck and loss. I will explore its background and printing history. Sing samples of the tunes associated with the song and end on a full performance.
2023-03-10
14 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
11 Death and the Lady
Today I will be exploring the ballad Death and the Lady which tells of a meeting and conversation between Death and a wealthy lady. Death tells her she does not have long to live, the lady tries to buy more time. Death is not interested in wealth and the lady meets her fate.I will look at its background and printing history. I will sing some examples of tunes associated with the ballad and end on a complete performance.
2023-02-24
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
10 Rambleaway
Today I will be examining the song Rambleaway. A song of a seducer and his encounter with a young woman he meets at a fair. I will look at the known printing history, sing some song examples and end on a full performance of the song
2023-02-10
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
9 The Captains Apprentice/ Captain James/ Andrew Rose
Today’s podcast looks at the ballad The Captain’s Apprentice and includes other songs about the mistreatment of sailors. I will look at the background to the songs, the printing history and sing some of the tunes linked to the songs. I will end the podcast with a full performance of one of the songs.
2023-01-27
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
8 Mary Hamilton
In today’s podcast I will look at the ballad Mary Hamilton also known as The Four Marys. I will look at the background to the ballad and show its printing history.I will sing tunes linked to the Ballad and end on a full performance of the ballad
2023-01-13
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
7 The Cherry Tree Carol
Today’s podcast looks at the popular Christian folk carol The Cherry Tree Carol and will include the lesser-known carol As Joseph was A-Walking. A tale of cherries, a marital tiff and supernatural intervention. I will sing samples of the tunes associated with the songs and end on a full performance
2022-12-30
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
6 Bedlam ballads aka Through Moorfields
I will look at the songs that have the Bedlam asylum as its main location. I will examine the background to the songs and look at the printing history.
2022-12-16
15 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
5 The Unquiet Grave aka Cold Blows the Wind
In today’s podcast we have a tale of love that continues after death, until the lover’s ghost returns to ask for peace within the grave. I will sing excerpts of the tunes and end in a full performance
2022-12-02
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
4 The Flash Lad & Wild and Wicked Youth
A young man tells of his life as a robber and highwayman and his eventual capture, trial, and his farewell. I will look at their known printing history and examine some of the references that are contained in the song. Examine the various versions, sing samples of the tunes and end on a full performance of the song.
2022-11-18
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
3 Tam Lin
Series 2 #3 Tam Lin This ballad must be the epitome of the classic British ballads with its tale of seduction, elfin magic, rescue, and final curses from an angry Elfin Queen. Along the way I will sing samples of the tunes associated with the ballad and look at its background, printing history and the folklore behind the narrative.
2022-11-04
24 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
2 The Maid Freed From the Gallows
A condemned person stands on the gallows platform awaiting execution. He asks his relative for help but it is refused. Finally the lover brings a fee or a pardon.The podcast explains the background to the song. Song versions are sung to provide samples of the different tunes associated with the song. It ends with a full performance.
2022-10-21
14 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
1 The Elfin Knight
A story of would-be seduction and impossible tasks. A look at the background and associated songs with sung examples, and a final performance by Caffrey McGurk Madge.
2022-10-07
17 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
23 Lady Maisry
23 Lady Maisry and other songs often linked to this ballad – Bonnie Susie Cleland and Mother Mother Make My Bed. A song of pregnancy, family feud and murder
2022-08-19
19 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
22 The Streams of Lovely Nancy
22 The Streams of Lovely Nancy, also known as Come All You Little Streamers and, The Streams of Nantsian. A cryptic love song reflecting on lost love and an idealised dwelling
2022-08-12
13 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
21 The Cruel Ship's Carpenter
21 The Cruel Ship's Carpenter: A tale of murder, a sea voyage and ultimate revenge. Along the way I will sing excerpts of the various ballad tunes and look at it known history
2022-08-05
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
20 The False Bride
False Bride, a song of regret sung by the rejected suitor. Along the way I will sing some samples of tune and look at the background and printing history.The final song is performed by Nick Dow
2022-07-29
14 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
19 William Taylor
2022-07-22
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
18 The Outlandish Knight
A tale of a seducer and serial killer of young women, his eventual downfall at the hands of a clever plucky heroine, and end with a conversation with a parrot.Along the way I will sing tunes that are linked into the different versions of the ballad, and look at its background and printing history
2022-07-15
14 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
18 The Seeds of Love & The Sprig of Thyme
The Seeds of Love and The Sprig of Thyme, both have similar themes using flower motifs as symbols of their disappointed love. Over the years the songs have become intertwined. I will show both songs as separate entities and look at their possible history. Then show how they have become joined as if they were one song.I will sing examples of various tunes linked to the songs and finish with a performance of the song
2022-07-08
19 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
16 Lamkin
A tale revenge by a cheated mason, murder and execution. Looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performance of the song. Further information: Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside).
2022-07-01
16 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
15 False Lover Won Back
A tale of a young and pregnant woman whose lover decides to ride off instead of marrying her. I will look at its history and sing samples of tunes and finish on a performance of a full version of the ballad.
2022-06-24
10 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
14 English version of Geordie
A song of imprisonment, appeal and sadness. Discusses the background to the English version of Geordie, with sung examples of the tunes used for the song ending with a full performance sung by Ed McGurk accompanied by Robin Madge.
2022-06-17
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
13 Geordie - Scottish version
A tale of imprisonment, a plucky wife and a ransom paid for freedomThis song is also known as The Lady of Gight or Gight's Lady.I sing tunes related to the ballad and look at its background and varying scenarios
2022-06-10
16 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
12 Reynardine
A song of an outsider who seduces a young girl, I will also look at the Irish variation written by Dr George Sigerson The podcast ends with a performance by Jane and Amanda Threlfall sing the English version collected by Percy Merrick.
2022-06-03
15 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
11 The Broomfield Wager
A ballad of would-be seduction foiled by herbal magic. It includes talking animals and an unsavory suitor. The end performance is by Nick Dow, accompanied by Nigel Cantor on violin.
2022-05-27
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Trees they Do Grow High
A song of an arranged marriage. I will sing some of the tunes associated with the song and look at its background and publishing history
2022-05-20
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
9. Two Sisters aka The Cruel Sister
A dark tale of jealousy and thoughtless murder and in early versions, supernatural revenge. I also look at the ballad The Berkshire Tragedy which is often mistakenly linked to the The Two Sisters ballad.As well as tracing the known history of the song I sing samples of the different tunes associated to the ballad and finish on a full performance.
2022-05-13
18 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Murdered Servantman
A ballad of two lovers, deadly murder, and a ghostly visit. I will also look at a later rewrite of the ballad The Constant Farmer's Son.I will sing samples of the tunes and end on a full performance of Bruton Town sung by Nick Caffrey and accompanied on guitar by Nick Dow
2022-05-06
13 min
Switch Leader Podcast
Switch Fights Human Trafficking
This week Josh sits down with Nick Domescik and Kaitlyn Caffrey to talk about the last half of our series "What Difference Do I Make?". We also talk in more details about the upcoming "Switch Fights Human Trafficking Night" at Switch. Be sure to listen and be prepared this week.
2022-05-02
22 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
7 Salisbury Plain
A song of seduction, highwaymen and capture with great tune.
2022-04-29
08 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Two Magicians
Today's podcast is The Two Magicians, a ballad of seduction involving magic and shape changing. A look at its known history with sung samples of the tunes and a final full performance from Caffrey, McGurk, Madge
2022-04-22
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Braes of Yarrow aka The Dowy Dens of Yarrow
A tale of a family feud against the hero, his murder, and its effect on his true love.
2022-04-15
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Bold Fisherman
The Bold Fisherman (aka Flowing Down the Tide). This song can be seen as a broken token song or an allegory of early Christian symbols. I will explore some of the theories linked to this song, sing tune examples and end with a live performance from Amanda and Jane Threlfall accompanied by Roger Edwards and Martin Ellison.
2022-04-08
12 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
The Cruel Mother
A singers view of the song The Cuel Mother, A tale of an unmarried mother, murder, and remorse , looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performance of the song. Further information: Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside). #nickcaffrey #folkmusic #traditionalmusic #cruelmother #fineflowersinthevalley #maidandthepalmer #broadside #cecilsharp #irishtradition #ghost www.caffreymcgurkmadge.com
2022-04-01
14 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
Banks of Green Willow
A singer's view of the song Banks of Green Willow, looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performance of the song. Further information: Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside). Guest performer: Nick Dow #nickcaffrey #folkmusic #traditionalmusic #Banksofgreenwillow #Bonnieannire #broadside #cecilsharp #gavingrieg #baringgould #supernatural #nickdow www.caffreymcgurkmadge.com
2022-03-25
11 min
Nick Caffrey a singer's view on traditional songs
Polly Vaughan
A singers view of the song Polly Vaughan/Molly Bawn, a song of accidental death, remorse, and a ghostly visit; looking at its background, origin and the various versions and tunes with sung examples. It will end with a full performace of the song.Further information:Broadside: a published song sold on the streets - usually one-sided page (hence broadside).#nickcaffrey #folkmusic #traditionalmusic #pollyvaughan #mollybawn #broadside #cecilsharp #irishtradition #ghost #harrycox #martincarthywww.caffreymcgurkmadge.com
2022-03-18
10 min
The Do Good Project
15. The Toughest Battles Are for the Strongest Warriors
Nick Price found out he had a brain tumor at the age of 15. Dozens of surgeons and doctors had told him it was impossible to operate on, and that he only had years left to live. This seemingly life-altering news kicked Nick’s spirit into high gear; he decided he wasn’t going to accept defeat. Now 21 years old, Nick takes us back to that time and tells us how he was determined to fight for himself, so that he could in turn fight for others. The Nick Price Foundation was formed to help families struggling financially and e...
2021-02-23
51 min
The Nickolas Natali Show
A Resilient Mindset W/ Justin Caffrey Eps. 75
Justin has had 7+ multi-million dollar companies, Yes - over 7 separate multi-million dollar companies. He’s studying in the prestigious School of Psychology at University College Dublin and the program is in collaboration with Oxford University in the UK. Justin is a Certified Investment Fund Director with expert knowledge of the financial markets, complex financial instruments, financial accounting and business analysis. He’s attended Yamabushi Master Training deep in the Shonai Mountains of Japan which only a handful of Westerners have completed. He’s a Psychotherapy Coach who works with some of the greatest minds in business, pro-sports and politics helping...
2021-02-20
1h 32
The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast
Mick Garris' The Stand Miniseries Rewatch Pt. 4
Our gift to you! In anticipation of CBS All Access' The Stand, which debuts Thursday, December 17th, we decided to unlock our four-part rewatch of Mick Garris' original 1994 miniseries. If you recall, we ran the first episode, but ran the three other eps in our Patreon, The Barrens. Now, it's all here for you... So, join Losers Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Dan Caffrey, and Dan Pfleegor as they finally reach Las Vegas, Nevada. Together, they discuss Stu's great fall, the return of Nick Andros, the mah-velous hand of god, and that ludicrous ending at the hospital.
2020-12-04
1h 40