Best Xerx Podcasts (2024)

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eTown - Mipso - Jake Xerxes Fussell - Steve Weiss 58:52

4h ago58:52

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This week's eTown show features musical guests Mipso and Jake Xerxes Fussell. Mipso's enchanting blend of folk, bluegrass, and indie-rock promises to carry you away on a melodic journey, their harmonies weaving tales of heartache and hope. Jake Xerxes Fussell adds a soulful touch with his deep-rooted Southern sound, effortlessly channeling the spir…

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eTown Time Capsule - Allison Russell - Parker Millsap 58:52

2h ago58:52

58:52

Join us at eTown this week as we revisit a show taped at The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas featuring musical guests Allison Russell and Parker Millsap. Allison Russell's career has exploded in the last few years–she's received three Grammy nominations and has won several International awards including the Juno Award from her home country of Ca…

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eTown Time Capsule - Calexico - S.G. Goodman 58:52

1d ago58:52

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Join us as we revisit a show recorded at The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas featuring musical guests–Calexico and S.G. Goodman. Veterans of the Tucson, Arizona scene, Calexico blends indie-rock, Americana, and Tejano flavors into a unique brand of musical stew. A relative newcomer from Kentucky, S.G. Goodman performs heartfelt country-tinged ro…

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Brad Stoddard on Enhancing Mental Health Care: Insights and Innovations 31:54

2h ago31:54

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**Episode: Enhancing Patient Experience and Creating a Positive Culture** **Overview:** In this episode, Brad Stoddard joins Mark Leeds on "Health Matters" to discuss the significance of providing exceptional patient care in mental health services. Brad, the owner of Sunrise Mental Health, shares insights into creating a welcoming environment for p…

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eTown - Gregory Alan Isakov - Leif Vollebekk - Justin Levy 58:52

14d ago58:52

58:52

This week's very special episode of eTown features the mesmerizing melodies of Gregory Alan Isakov as well as the soulful lyrics of Leif Vollebekk. Nick also dives deep with Justin Levy, the Executive Director of Conscious Alliance, in a heartfelt conversation about feeding people in need. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to…

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eTown Time Capsule - Shovels And Rope - Nic Clark - Jim Pugh 58:52

3h ago58:52

58:52

Joining us at eTown this week are Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent of the dynamic duo, Shovels & Rope. Rounding out the musical portion of the show is the Denver bluesman, Nic Clark. Also, Nick sits down with Jim Pugh, keyboardist extraordinaire to discuss Little Village, a non-profit record company that Jim founded. That's all this week on eTown!…

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eTown Time Capsule - The Ballroom Thieves - Ron Sexsmith - Dr. Mikki McComb Kobza 58:52

5d ago58:52

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Martin Earley and Calin Peters are The Ballroom Thieves and, this week, they travel to eTown to share the bill with Canadian songsmith, Ron Sexsmith. Also on the show, Nick discusses sharks and the environmental impact of pollution on our waters with Dr. Mikki McComb-Kobza, Chief Scientist and Executive Director of the Ocean First Institute. That's…

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eTown - Hurray For The Riff Raff - Peter One - The Green Grad Buffs 58:52

12d ago58:52

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This week, we're welcoming Hurray For The Riff Raff to eTown Hall! This show features a special acoustic duo version of the group consisting of Alynda Segarra and accompanying guitarist Johnny Wilson. Sharing the stage is Peter One, originally from Africa and now located in Nashville. Nick also has a sit down with members of the Green Grad Buffs wh…

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eTown Time Capsule - Earth Day Special 58:52

1M ago58:52

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This week, we revisit the 2020 “Earth Day” Special, a collection from the archives that’s so nice, we’re running it thrice. So join us for lots of music and conversations between eTown Host Nick Forster and inspiring activists like Jane Goodall and even the founder of Earth Day, the late Senator Gaylord Nelson – all from the eTown archives. Where e…

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eTown Time Capsule - The Lil Smokies - Emily Scott Robinson - Christina Carlson 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

It's early Spring in Boulder, Colorado where we welcome The Lil Smokies from Montana and Emily Scott Robinson from Telluride to eTown Hall. The Lil Smokies have graduated from 'up and coming' to 'fully arrived' - they showcase their hyper-melodic brand of song-strong Bluegrass music. Emily Scott Robinson shares the stage with her sultry voice and p…

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eTown Time Capsule - City And Colour - mmeadows - Jon Goldstein 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Canadian Dallas Green is City and Colour. His buddy, Matt Kelly joins him onstage at eTown Hall to perform some amazingly soulful tunes. New Yorkers Kristin Slipp and Cole Kamen-Green are mmeadows. This husband and wife duo display their unique brand of electronica featuring Kristin's dynamic and soaring vocals. Jon Goldstein is a Senior Director a…

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eTown On The Road - Bentonville - James McMurtry with BettySoo - Erin Rae - Paul E. Scott 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Welcome back to another eTown On The Road (from The Momentary in Bentonville, AR)! This week features musical guests James McMurtry and BettySoo from Austin, and Erin Rae from Nashville. Nick also has a visit with Paul E. Scott of HAAM (Health Alliance for Austin Musicians) to discuss the benefits of supporting musicians for the social well-being o…

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eTown Time Capsule - Band Of Heathens - Jaime Wyatt - Aaron Miripol 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

This week, we head home to eTown Hall and welcome back The Band Of Heathens from Austin, Texas. Making her first visit to the eTown stage is outlaw Country phenom Jaime Wyatt from Nashville, Tennessee. Nick also has a sit down with Aaron Miripol, President and CEO of the Urban Land Conservancy to discuss the benefits of neighborhood preservation. T…

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eTown On The Road - Bentonville - Langhorne Slim - Greyhounds - Grady Spann 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Hop on the bus with us as we take to the road to visit The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas. This week, we're putting on a show with the inimitable Langhorne Slim from Nashville and with the super funky Greyhounds from Austin. Nick also has a chat with Grady Spann, CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust, to discuss nature conservation. That's a…

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eTown Time Capsule - Red Rocks - Wilco - Margo Price 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown, we're revisiting a special roadshow taped in 2022 at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado. We have alternative rock band Wilco (lead by Jeff Tweedy) and outlaw country singer-songwriter Margo Price. Along with some incredible music from the two, the episode also includes Nick Forster's chats with Jeff and Margo backstage…

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eTown Time Capsule - Daniel Rodriguez - Dead Horses - Matt Richtel 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

Join us as we revisit the first live taping in eTown Hall for over two years after the shutdown! This show features local hero Daniel Rodriguez, of Elephant Revival fame, as well as Sarah Voss and Daniel Wolff of the band Dead Horses. Nick also sits down with Matt Richtel, author of An Elegant Defense: The Extraordinary Science of the Immunity Syst…

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eTown On The Road - The Ogden Theatre - Hiss Golden Messenger - Adeem The Artist 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

Join us as eTown goes on the road to the historic Ogden Theatre in Denver, Colorado to catch a show featuring two musical guests from the American South whose music reflects their experience living there. Hiss Golden Messenger is an Americana band from North Carolina led by M.C. Taylor and Adeem The Artist is a non-binary country music artist from …

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eTown Time Capsule - Allen Stone - Nikki Lane 58:52

3M ago58:52

58:52

We travel back to 2020 this week to welcome neo-soul and modern R&B artist Allen Stone and Nashville-based American country and rock singer-songwriter Nikki Lane to eTown! Nick also has a conversation with Marc Barasch, Executive Director of the Green World Campaign, to discuss how a regenerative agricultural revolution could be a solution to rever…

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eTown On The Road - Macky Auditorium - Rufus Wainwright - Madison Cunningham PT 2 58:52

4M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown, we have Part Two of our special on-the-road show from Macky Auditorium in Boulder, Colorado featuring Rufus Wainwright and Madison Cunningham! Madison and Rufus perform more wonderful songs on their own, and also a few magical tunes together! Nick also has a sit-down with author and climate activist Margaret Klein Salamon, Ph.D.…

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eTown On The Road - Macky Auditorium - Rufus Wainwright - Madison Cunningham PT 1 58:52

4M ago58:52

58:52

eTown travels just up the hill to Macky Auditorium on the CU Boulder campus to present a magical show featuring two brilliant award-winning musical artists: Rufus Wainwright and Madison Cunningham! Rufus has won two Juno awards and been nominated for several Grammy awards while Madison won the Grammy for Best Folk Album in 2023. It is our great ple…

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eTown Time Capsule - Patrick Watson - Basia Bulat 58:52

4M ago58:52

58:52

This week’s “back by popular demand” program features Canadian singer-songwriter Patrick Watson, who grew up in Montreal; people often compare his art-music sensibilities with those of Rufus Wainwright or Gregory Alan Isakov. Also joining us is another Canadian singer-songwriter (and returning eTown visitor) Basia Bulat. Basia shares songs from a r…

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eTown Time Capsule - Lost Legends of Bluegrass and Acoustic Music 58:52

4M ago58:52

58:52

We have a very special show for you this week! We dive into our archives once more to feature four Lost Legends of Bluegrass and Acoustic music. We will hear music and conversation from musical pioneers Doc Watson, John Hartford, Ralph Stanley, and Earl Scruggs. Nick Forster will also share some personal insight and stories from his shared experien…

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eTown Time Capsule - Aoife O’Donovan - Che Apalache Part 2 58:52

5M ago58:52

58:52

For part two of a two-part show, we’re joined by eTown veteran Aoife O’Donovan of the Grammy Award-winning band “I’m With Her.” Aoife returns to eTown for a very special performance with collaborator Jeremy Kittel, who co-produced and arranged Aoife’s first new studio recording in four years. Aoife and Jeremy are also joined by members of The Free …

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eTown Time Capsule - Aoife O’Donovan - Che Apalache Part 1 58:52

5M ago58:52

58:52

In this week’s two part airing, we’re joined by eTown veteran Aoife O’Donovan of the Grammy Award-winning band “I’m With Her.” Aoife returns to eTown for a very special performance with collaborator Jeremy Kittel, who co-produced and arranged Aoife’s first new studio recording in four years. Aoife and Jeremy are also joined by members of the Free R…

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eTown Time Capsule - Capitol Sun Rays - John Long - Laura Stachel (We Care Solar) 58:52

5M ago58:52

58:52

This week we revisit a show from 2020 featuring the rootsy super group Capitol Sun Rays. The group is made up by the talented Luther Dickinson, Amy Helm, Grahame Lesh along with the three core members of a real eTown favorite, Birds of Chicago: Allison Russell, JT Nero, and Drew Lindsay. We also welcome eTown friend and bluesman John Long, who beca…

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eTown - Holiday Show 2023 58:52

5M ago58:52

58:52

Join us as eTown celebrates the season with a new compilation show of holiday music gathered from our archives. It features artists such as: The Blind Boys of Alabama, Sarah McLachlan, Dan Fogelberg, Tim O'Brien, The Indigo Girls, and more! That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio se…

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eTown Time Capsule - The Lil Smokies - Jack Broadbent 58:52

6M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown, we're headed back in time once more! This show from 2020 features tough-to-pin-down bluegrass-influenced band The Lil' Smokies and English singer-songwriter Jack Broadbent. Nick also has a chat with a young indigenous climate activist Xiye Bastida. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews…

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Division, Desecration, Dedication 20:07

6M ago20:07

20:07

On the occasion of the third night of Hanukkah, Fr. Pat talks about the divisions God built into creation, about the consecration and desecration of sacred space, and about dedication of God's temple and of ourselves.By Fr. Patrick Reardon and Ancient Faith Radio

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eTown Time Capsule - Railroad Earth - Matt Andersen 58:52

6M ago58:52

58:52

Join us as we check out another show from the eTown archives! This week, we're featuring progressive bluegrass-influenced Americana band Railroad Earth and blues powerhouse Matt Andersen. Our interview guest for the week is the President of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, Bill Bennet, who chats with Nick about providing financial assistance to struggl…

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eTown On The Road - Red Rocks - Big Thief - Lucinda Williams 58:52

6M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown, we’re featuring indie-folk-rock band Big Thief and legendary Americana singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams, live from Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, CO. While the theatre of Red Rocks is dramatic in and of itself, this year’s show was electric–-storms brewed overhead before, during, and after. Paired with incredible music fr…

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eTown Time Capsule - Valerie June - Mick Flannery 58:52

6M ago58:52

58:52

We dig into our archives this week to present a show from 2020 featuring musical artists Valerie June and Mick Flannery. Also, Ann Rolfes from Louisiana Bucket Brigade reveals the ins and outs of petrochemical pollution in her region. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions…

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eTown - The War And Treaty - Dom Flemons 58:52

7M ago58:52

58:52

This week at eTown, we present musical guests The War and Treaty, comprised of husband and wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, along with "The American Songster" himself, Dom Flemons. Nick also has a chat with Mack Bailey, founder and executive director of Music Therapy of the Rockies, who discusses the role of music in healing trauma. …

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eTown Time Capsule - Christone ”Kingfish” Ingram - Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms 58:52

7M ago58:52

58:52

This week we continue our dive into the archives with a show that features musical guests Christone "Kingfish" Ingram from Clarksdale, Mississippi, and Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms from Portland, Oregon. Nick also sits down with Nona Yehia, co-founder and CEO of Vertical Harvest to discuss the virtues of vertical greenhouse farming. That's all this …

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Touched by Another Human Being 22:40

7M ago22:40

22:40

Fr. Pat reflects upon the encounter between Jesus and the woman with the chronic bleeding who touched the hem of His robe.By Fr. Patrick Reardon and Ancient Faith Radio

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eTown Time Capsule - Ron Pope - Pieta Brown 58:52

7M ago58:52

58:52

We travel back in time yet again to revisit a show from 2019 featuring musical guests Ron Pope and Pieta Brown. Nick also has an amazing chat with wildlife educator Martin Tyner and his Golden Eagle buddy Scout! That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions, and more! Be a part o…

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eTown Time Capsule - Patty Griffin - John Smith 58:52

7M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown we dig into the archives to listen to a show from 2019 featuring American singer-songwriter Patty Griffin and British singer-songwriter John Smith. Nick also has a chat with Dr. Jordan Kassalow about providing eye care to the needy. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings…

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eTown - Bruce Cockburn - Abraham Alexander - Part Two 58:52

7M ago58:52

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This week on eTown we present Part Two of a special eTown Show featuring the wily veteran Bruce Cockburn and the wide-eyed neophyte Abraham Alexander. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions, and more! Be a part of the audience at our next recording: https://www.etown.org/e…

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eTown - Bruce Cockburn - Abraham Alexander - Part One 58:52

8M ago58:52

58:52

This week on eTown we present Part One of a special eTown Show featuring the wily veteran Bruce Cockburn and the wide-eyed neophyte Abraham Alexander. Nick also has an intriguing chat with author Kelsey Freeman. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions, and more! Be a part o…

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eTown Time Capsule - Strand Of Oaks - Anna Burch 58:52

8M ago58:52

58:52

Join us at eTown Hall as we revisit a show from 2019 featuring tattooed teddy bear Timothy Showalter--who goes by the stage name Strand Of Oaks, and singer-songwriter Anna Burch. Nick also interviews Murray Fisher of the Billion Oyster Project about the importance of oysters for clean water and storm mitigation. That's all this week on eTown! Visit…

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eTown Time Capsule - The Infamous Stringdusters - Molly Tuttle 58:52

8M ago58:52

58:52

This week we travel back to 2019 to revisit an acoustic-ish and bluegrass-esque show featuring The Infamous Stringdusters and Molly Tuttle. Nick also has a chat with Maria Rose Belding about the value of donating food and paying employees a living wage. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordin…

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A Matter of Daily Concern 21:05

8M ago21:05

21:05

On the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Fr. Pat reminds us that the Cross ought to be the lens through which we examine every question and regard every problem; it is what gives godly shape to the Christian life.By Fr. Patrick Reardon and Ancient Faith Radio

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eTown - Bahamas - Jess Williamson 58:52

8M ago58:52

58:52

This week, Afie Jurvanen (who goes by the stage name Bahamas)--a great singer-songwriter from Nova Scotia, Canada visits us at eTown. Joining him, from Los Angeles by way of Marfa, Texas, comes Jess Williamson--a wonderful country-flavored singer-songwriter. Also, Nick sits down with Rod Moraga to discuss the complexities of wildfires and home prot…

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eTown Time Capsule - Anders Osborne - Chatham County Line PT2 59:00

9M ago59:00

59:00

This week on eTown we present Part Two (of Two) of a very special show from 2019 featuring Anders Osborne and Chatham County Line and making a surprise appearance are the amazing McIntosh County Shouters! That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channel to see artist interviews, live recordings, studio sessions, and more! Be a part of the a…

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eTown Time Capsule - Anders Osborne - Chatham County Line PT 1 59:03

9M ago59:03

59:03

This week on eTown we present Part One (of Two) of a very special show from 2019 featuring Swedish export to The Big Easy, Anders Osborne, and from North Carolina, Chatham County Line. Nick also has a sit-down with Gary Fine to discuss how reading and writing helps rehabilitate prison inmates. That's all this week on eTown! Visit our Youtube Channe…

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eTown - Peter Rowan - AJ Lee and Blue Summit 59:04

9M ago59:04

59:04

Bluegrass legend Peter Rowan joins Nick, Helen, and the Etones at eTown this week to play some classic tunes as well as more recent originals. Also on stage are the young, and super-talented, AJ Lee and Blue Summit who represent the healthy and vibrant future of Bluegrass Music. In addition, Nick spends some extra time chatting with Peter as he sha…

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A Vocation Both Common and Special 15:39

10M ago15:39

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There’s a sense in which The Vocation of Mary was the most special and the most common. In this homily given on the Feast of the Dormition in 2010, Fr. Pat considers these two vocations of our Lord's Mother.By Fr. Patrick Reardon and Ancient Faith Radio

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eTown Time Capsule - Citizen Cope - Anna Tivel 59:04

9M ago59:04

59:04

Joining us for this week’s popular re-airing is singer/songwriter extraordinaire Citizen Cope, known for his unique and exquisite fusion of blues, soul, and hip-hop. We also welcome Portland-based singer/songwriter Anna Tivel, who is widely recognized for her lyrics-driven folk and Americana style. Plus, Nick talks with Mark Dibner, co-founder of K…

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eTown Time Capsule - The Milk Carton Kids - Rose Cousins 59:02

10M ago59:02

59:02

We dig into the archives this week to revisit a dynamic show featuring comedic characters and hidden treasures. The Milk Carton Kids balance their humorous banter with dark folk music, while Rose Cousins shines like gold with her distinctive voice and songwriting. Nick also chats with Roz Babener, who shares the story of Community Warehouse, a furn…

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eTown On The Road: Bentonville - Allison Russell - Parker Millsap 59:06

10M ago59:06

59:06

Nick, Helen, and the crew head back to The Momentary in Bentonville, Arkansas to tape a very special show featuring musical guests Allison Russell and Parker Millsap. Allison Russell's career has exploded in the last few years - she received three Grammy nominations and has won several International awards including the Juno Award from her home cou…

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eTown Time Capsule - Rising Appalachia - Ramy Essam 59:06

10M ago59:06

59:06

This week we revisit a dynamic show featuring two musical acts that are countercultural icons in their own ways and in separate countries. American born sisters Leah Song and Chloe Smith and their band Rising Appalachia share their unique brand of "Hillbilly World Music" and chat about how they promote the slow movement in their touring practices. …

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