Welcome to Tales from the Green Room - Backstage conversations from popular music venues around the country curated by Mount Tam Media. Buckle up and listen in, as host Dennis Strazulo and Mount Tam Media founder, Tami Larson, dig up conversations with artists - before and after shows - in the exclusive confines of the green room. Barriers are down with stories abound! Tales from the Greenroom Special Edition (Sweetwater Music Hall's 50th Anniversary Series) Mount Tam Media is thrilled to la ...
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Exploring the journey of inspirational women in the music and film industry and other owned and/or operated businesses and non-profits, as their upward empowerment trajectory hits a crossroads with Roe V Wade.
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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outside the Box” These discussions aim to assist individuals in breaking free from the restrictive ideas and conventions we often find ourselves confin ...
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Daughters of Grateful Dead Legends (Garcia, Hunter, Kesey) + Betty Cantor-Jackson
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Ever wonder what it was like growing up as a true child in the Grateful Dead family? Trixie Garcia (Jerry’s daughter), Jess Hunter Keilt (daughter of lyricist Robert Hunter), and Merry Prankster/Author Ken Kesey’s daughter, Sunshine Kesey share fond stories of the circus atmosphere surrounding their upbringing. In a rare interview with these three …
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Behind the Scenes with Jackie Greene: Music, Family, and Secret Tales
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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene before his second of three sold-out shows at The Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA in February 2024. Joined by his wife, Kyle, who reveals some lesser-known stories and behind-the-scenes moments about their life together, Jackie muses about his music…
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Michael Franti backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival 2023
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Michael Franti, the amazing and crowd loving singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper. We sat down with Michael backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival, 2023. In honor of Mother’s Day we are releasing this now as in this interview, Michael reflects on his own Mother and how she influenced his life and music. Micha…
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Elliott Peck, the beloved and multi-talented San Francisco Bay Area singer/songwriter/guitarist visits with host Dennis Strazulo before her sold out “In The Pines” EP Release Party at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA. Elliott is both charming and authentic in sharing her thoughts and emotions before the show, while also reflecting on the pa…
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Wolf Jett founding members Jon Payne (drums) and Chris Jones (guitar/lead vocals) share their evolution from playing in their first band together (Scary Little Friends) leading to their soon-to-be released (March 8, 2024) second album, “Time Will Finally Come.” Their journey took an unexpected turn when they were hunkered down during COVID at Jon’s…
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Grateful Guitars (Part 3): 8/13/23 Benefit Concert- Featuring Dark Star Orchestra members: Rob Barraco, Dino English, Skip Vangelas + Stu Allen and John Kadlecik
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More interviews from the green room at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco during Grateful Guitars’ inaugural benefit concert with members of Dark Star Orchestra (DSO). Keyboard player, Rob Baracco details his his experiences playing piano and organ on original Grateful Dead gear; drummer Dino English gives a lesson on tone and shares detail…
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Grateful Guitars (Part 2): 8/13/23 Benefit Concert: Alex Jordan, Zach Nugent, Gary Lambert, Danny Eisenberg + Johnny “Mojo” Flores
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Backstage interviews during Grateful Guitars’ Inaugural Benefit Concert at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco: Music director and show participant Alex Jordan talks about herding the group of talented musicians playing at the show; Zach Nugent (Zach Nugent’s Dead Set) chats about his history of playing the famed guitars supplied by Grateful…
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Grateful Guitars (Part 1) - Andy Logan - Founder and President of Grateful Guitars
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Andy Logan, Founder/President of Grateful Guitars and owner/steward of the famed “Alligator” guitar which was once gifted to Jerry Garcia by Graham Nash, talks about sharing and gifting his amazing collection of instruments with prominent members of the jam band scene. Listen to the story of one of the community’s most beloved members as he talks a…
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Terrapin Crossroads- Sunday Daydream Vol 2 (Featuring Moonalice)-Part 1
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Terrapin Crossroads – Sunday Daydream Vol 2 (Featuring Moonalice) – Part 1 Join Tales From The Green Room backstage at the Terrapin Crossroads Sunday Daydream 2 music fest as they visit with members of Moonalice (John Molo, Barry Sless, Pete Sears, Lester Chambers, Dylan Chambers) and sit down with concert host Phil Lesh’s bass tech Brian Rashap an…
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Jerry's Middle Finger founder, Rodney Newman, reflects on Bill Walton's endorsing the band - as he did on on the Dan Le Betard show, revealing that discovering Jerry's Middle Finger at age 70 has given him " the chance of a full and complete life." Listen to the full episode for more surprises and green room fun with the entire band!…
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Take a ride with hosts Dennis Strazulo, Tami Larson, and “Augie” on their journey visiting with Jerry’s Middle Finger, the masterful band recreating the music of The Jerry Garcia Band. Broken up into three parts, the episode features band members talking about the origin of JMF, experiences playing at the famed Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley,…
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Backstage at the summit of Mount Tam at the Sidney B. Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre for the 7th annual Sound Summit 2023 interviewing band members from the days line up which included Lord Huron · Sierra Ferrell · Kevin Morby · Brokedown In Bakersfield · Vinyl with special guests and captivating moments only being in the Green Room can render! Epis…
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An inspirational conversation with Brenden Tacon, creator of the Latin Dead - the ambitious 11-piece band fusing the music of the Grateful Dead with Latin Jazz. Brenden details the 3+ year journey of making his dream a reality, the involvement of Dead music aficionado John Kadlecik with Latin legends and Grammy award winners, Oscar Hernandez and Pe…
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Chatting with Luther Dickinson & Jason Crosby
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A chat with Luther Dickinson of North Mississippi Allstars from the Greenroom at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA, reflecting on his first performance at that storied venue and the genesis of his entry into the world of Grateful Dead music; paired with our sit-down with Jason Crosby, musing about playing in the scene and his new record, “Gi…
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A playful, lively, and informative conversation with all members of Pink Talking Fish (Eric Gould, Zack Burwick, Cal Kehoe, Richard James) moments before their recent performance at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA. The boys delve into some of their favorite stories, including playing with George Porter, Jr, performing Phish kids shows, the…
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Katie Fox : Entrepreneur, Seasoned Risk-Taker and Co-Founder of Blooming Footprint Productions,
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Katie Fox shares challenges faced and overwhelming success achieved as a PR and Event Promoter in the music world by finding ways to navigate her way to the top of a male dominated industry. We spoke with Katie in anticipation of her next big festival gigs, Skull and Roses, April 19-23 in Ventura CA and SONIC BLOOM in Colorado, June 15-18. https://…
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Isabella Welch : Fashion Model and Resiliency Advocate
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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…
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Introducing Stefanie Atkinson Schwartz : Talented Multidisciplinary Artist & Co-Host of The Other Side of The Mountain
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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…
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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…
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Tiffany Shlain : Filmmaker, Author, Game Changer and The Founder of Webby Awards
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To see the HUMAN NATURE Exhibition, find out upcoming art tours in person and online and how to RSVP please go here-> (https://www.tiffanyshlain.com/humannature) Website : (https://www.tiffanyshlain.com/) Instagram :(https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyshlain/) YouTube : (https://www.youtube.com/user/connectedthefilm) Twitter : (https://twitter.com/ti…
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Candid Conversation with Tamara Klamner and Biasha Mitchell
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A candid discussion with Concert Producers, Tamara Klamner and Biasha Mitchell at the Days Between Festival 2022By Mount Tam Media
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Lively Roundtable Discussion with Lisa Malsberger, Halina Janusz, Sunshine Garcia Becker and Lisa Mackey
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An insightful and lively roundtable discussion with Lisa Malsberger, Halina Janusz, Sunshine Garcia Becker and Lisa Mackey at the Days Between Festival about woman navigating their way to equality in the music industryBy Mount Tam Media
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Chatting with Jay Lane, Samson Grisman & Dave Ellis in Sweetwater Music Hall
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Tales From The Green Room host, Dennis Strazulo, and Mount Tam Media founder, Tami Larson visit with Wolf Bros./Dead & Co. drummer Jay Lane, Samson Grisman (son of David Grisman), and renowned sax player, Dave Ellis in Sweetwater Music Hall’s green room as they share their memorable moments at the venue celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Lane and El…
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Famed Rock & Roll Photographer Jay Blakesberg
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Welcome to Tales from the Green Room - Backstage conversations from popular music venues around the country curated by Mount Tam Media. Buckle up and listen in, as host Dennis Strazulo and Mount Tam Media founder, Tami Larson, dig up conversations with artists - before and after shows - in the exclusive confines of the green room. Barriers are down…
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Mount Tam Media Presents : Tales from the Green Room - Sweetwater Music Hall
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Mount Tam Media is thrilled to launch its Tales From the Green Room Podcast with a special season of episodes celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the iconic Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, California. The roster of artists that have crowded onto the club's little stages, first at the original Sweetwater location two blocks away, and now at th…
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Lively Roundtable Discussion with Lisa Malsberger, Halina Janusz, Sunshine Garcia Becker and Lisa Mackey
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As Women's History Month comes to an end, we pay homage to the ladies with the re-release of an insightful and lively roundtable discussion with Lisa Marlsberger, Halina Janusz (Jerry's Middle Finger), Sunshine Garcia Becker (Furthur, Zach Nugent's Dead Set) and Lisa Mackey (Dark Star Orchestra) reflecting on the challenges of women navigating thei…
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