Connor McGouran Interview

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"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…

5 years ago 44:34

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This week Jon and Dylan sit down with (virtually) Irish Guitar Virtuoso Conor McGouran of the Enigma Division - an Ireland Based Progressive/Cinematic Metal band that is doing some exciting things. Be sure to check out the project in the links below. Enigma Division: Neon Mirage - https://bit.ly/2YVEgd2 After Glow - https://bit.ly/2V0U4dE Facebook: https://bit.ly/3egeBT2 STA Socials: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe FB: https://bit.ly/2YeENYt Ista:https://bit.ly/37KXzd7

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Connor McGouran Interview

Sharpen That Axe

published 5 years ago

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107 episodes

#Music #Sharpen That Axe #A Podcast Dedicated to Sharpening Your Skills as a Guitar Player

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And Now: Ska! 40:07

4 years ago40:07

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In a new mini episode segment, we are going to explore sub-genres and how they affect guitar playing and guitar based music. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Techniques For Speed 40:56

4 years ago40:56

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This week Jon and Dylan sit down to talk about techniques for building speed: the importance of developing ligado technique, left and right and co-ordination and more. Be sure to check out our Patreon page for more info on exercises and examples. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Octavers, Pitch Shifters And Whammy 21:38

4 years ago21:38

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From the start in 1993 Digitech's Whammy pedal changed the way people thought about pitch shifting effects. Jon and Dylan breakdown the different kinds, key pedals and some ideas on what to listen to in order to get a feel for what each effect does All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Great Guitar Albums No. 1 59:05

4 years ago59:05

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To launch a new segment Dylan and Jon pick two legendary guitar albums and talk about why they are a must have for any guitar player. Stay tuned for the next one. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Amp Sims And VSTS 31:34

4 years ago31:34

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In this mini episode Dylan and Jon explore the wide world of amp sims and vst's. We only scratch the surface. Let us know your experiences with them! All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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You Hate It - Steve Lukather 52:27

4 years ago52:27

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It's time for one of our favorite segments: You Hate It! It's Jon turn to talk about one of his favorite guitarists - Steve Lukather and attempts to convince Dylan that Yacht Rock is better than you think! All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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The Reverb Episode 19:56

4 years ago19:56

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Ambient, ephemeral, shimmering....it's all about that Reverb baby! Jon and Dylan chat about reverb and it's uses. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Lo - Fi: Why It's Actually Great 39:28

4 years ago39:28

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Jon and Dylan do a dive into the internet phenomenon of Lo-fi music and why it is actually great for guitar music, jazz and interesting chord progressions. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Delay Mini Episode 24:06

4 years ago24:06

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So here we are...it's come to this an entire episode dedicated to the Edge....well not really. It's our episode on delay effects. This important effect has changed the way we play the guitar and it deserves an episode all on it's own. All the socials TeeSpring: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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The Prince Episode 59:32

4 years ago59:32

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And......We're back! In case you were wondering, we have been on hiatus for awhile. So after taking some time to re-consider our approach we have a new episode for you! In one of our favorite formats , Dylan is going to convince Jon why Prince is an amazing guitarist. TeeSprings: https://teespring.com/stores/sharpen-that-axe Patreon: www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe…779600132187413/ Twitter: twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Distortion Vs OverDrive 19:14

4 years ago19:14

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Jon and Dylan talk about the differences between Distortion and Overdrive pedals. All the socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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The Lazy Guitarist Inverview 45:04

4 years ago45:04

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The Lazy Guitarist stops by to talk about how to maximize your time with minimal effort. Check out his website below: https://www.thelazyguitarist.com/ All the socials: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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What's the deal with Arpeggios? 18:57

4 years ago18:57

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In this episode we talk arpeggios. Dylan makes some dad jokes and we demystify the dark arts of arpeggios. Be sure to check out our Patreon page where we will be posting arpeggios exercises through out the next week. See the links below! All the socials Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Nili Brosh is BACK! 47:16

4 years ago47:16

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NIli Brosh is back and has some great insights on enjoying playing! Nili's Music: Nilibrosh.com All of the STA socials: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SharpenThatAxe Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharpenthataxepod/?hl=en FB: https://www.facebook.com/Sharpen-That-Axe-Podcast-779600132187413/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharpenThatAxe?lang=en email: sharpenthataxe@gmail.com…

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Sweep Picking 26:49

4 years ago26:49