With your host and best friend, Scrappy McGowan
A set of music from New Orleans, a tribute set to Nick Drake, and some more great tunes – yes, Scrappy's back! If you missed him, let Scrappy know. Request lines are always open. The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 126 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
After nearly 13 years on the air, we've come to the 10th edition of Under The Covers, the all-covers edition of Broadcasting From Home. For edition number 10 we're doing a look back at the best covers from over the years. For those who are keeping score, this show marks the third podcast for the... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 125: Best of Under The Covers appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Let's be honest: Scrappy is a bit out of control on this week's show. Luckily the music is still spot on with a set inspired by the movie “High Fidelity” and much more. Don't forget to tune into the next podcast when Scrappy celebrates Under The Covers Vol 10 with a special best of covers... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 124 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy's back from Ireland and ready to share three sets of fine music with you. Set one brings the energy. set two is your free-form mix. set three is sublime music. Your pal Scraooy thinks he might up his podcast output from the (pitiful four per year he's been averaging. Look for another show coming... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 123 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
For those counting, it's been 231 days since the last podcast. Why so long you ask? The honest truth is that Scrappy's gotten lazy in his retirement. This week's show features new music from Yo La Tengo, LCD Soundsystem, as well as some tracks from great movies. So welcome Scrappy back, and don't be angry,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 122 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
It's time for everyone's favorite edition of Broadcasting From Home – that's right, it's time for the ninth edition of under the covers! Scrappy plays all cover songs, all show long, some are transcendent, some are humorous, and some are downright weird. Snuggle up with Scrappy under the covers while you still have time –... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 121: Under The Covers Vol 9 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Yet again it's been months since Scrappy's last podcast. The simple answer to the long delay is that Scrappy has been very busy lately. Sitting in the hot tub and listening to audiobooks takes a lot of time and energy, so go easy on your old retired pal Scrappy. This week's show features all the... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 120 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
A very happy Thanksgiving from your old pail Scrappy! He returns just four days after the last podcast with the fourth edition of his Thanksgiving drugs and alcohol podcast. That's right, today's podcast features songs of indulgence and overstepped boundaries, kind of like Thanksgiving itself. Crank up today's podcast while you're finishing up Grandma Irene's... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 119: Drugs and Alchohol Vol. 4 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrapy always has the best intentions, he wants to get new podcasts out as often as possible, but then, and of course, but yeah – you get it. What matters now is not that it's been months since the last podcast but that this one is here and ready to delight and entertain you. Featuring... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 118 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Deep in Covid-encrusted Florida, Scrappy's back with a podcast filled with oodles of delightful tunes, new and old alike. Fearful of the unvaccinated, he's ready to run for the border with his two little feet. This week's show features new tracks from Big Thief, Wet Leg, Lord Huron, as well as a covers tribute to... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 117 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Two podcasts in two weeks, Scrappy's happy to be back in the groove with some more summer-y tunes and so much more (including the cover of the week). Yes, you can't stop talking about him, talking about him, talking about him, the Scrappy that you adore. Scrappy's glad you feel that way! The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 116 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy wanted y'all to focus on getting vaccinated, so he took a four-month hiatus so that you could focus on your health and not get distracted by the podcast. Now that you're vaccinated, welcome back to Scrappy land, where the music is flowing. This week's show features, well – a little of this, a little... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 115 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Yes, Scrappy is aware that International Women’s Day occurred a month ago, but you see, well, umm, he meant to get the podcast recorded in early March, and then, well you see, umm, okay, he didn’t get it recorded and posted on time. Now that he’s all embarrassed about being late with the second edition... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 114: International Woman’s Day Vol. 2 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
In the deep midwinter Scrappy does his best to warm your heart, soul, and ears with three themed sets that he hopes will put a smile on your face, or maybe a tear in your eye. This week’s show features themed sets about winter, a trip to visit some of Ireland’s great new singer-songwriters, and... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 113 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Hey kids, it’s time for the annual covers podcast! That’s right, Scrappy’s playing all covers – all show long! So let the ills of the world take a back seat as you sit by the speaker and warm your heart and soul with some cover tune goodness with your old friend Scrappy. The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 112: Under The Covers Vol. 8 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
It’s time to put 2020 in the rearview mirror and to start 2021 with a sense of hope for better times. Scrappy’s doing his best to keep his eyes looking forward with a set that celebrates 2021 and all that we want it to bring. Today’s show is chock filled with theme sets that are... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 111 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy says goodbye to the terrible year that was 2020, but not with a musical look back, but rather with a raised middle finger. In addition to thumbing his nose at 2020, Scrappy also provides some peppy, upbeat trademark tunes. Oh, and he also dedicates at set to his newly born granddaughter! The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 110 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy knows that last week was the right time to celebrate the Biden/Harris victory with some celebratory music, but he was off in New Orleans, well, celebrating. But it’s never too late to revel in the beginning of the end of the darkest period in American history since the Civil War. This week’s podcast features... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 109: Celebration! appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
If you were hoping for one of Scrappy’s trademark disco and funk-filled dance extravaganzas, sorry to tell you that show 108 is filled with lots of fantastic singer-songwriters and thoughtful goodness perfect for a week when we all need to just calm the hell down. This week’s show features songs from Karen Dalton, Ronnie Lane,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 108 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy’s back with this third retrospective podcast featuring some favorite tunes from the first ten years of the show. Featuring tracks from Aretha Franklin, Martin Sexton, Ed Summerfield, Mr. Rogers, Cab Calloway, Little Feat, this show closes out the first ten years as Scrappy starts looking forward once again. The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 107 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Deep in the darkness of the new Studio P, Scrappy’s back for another celebration of 10 years of Podcast glory! That’s right, two Sundays, two celebrations. This week’s show features favorites from the past 104 broadcasts including music from Sylvan Esso, Slim Gaillard, Betty LaVette, Yo La Tengo, The Jackson 5, and much more. So... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 106 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Holy cow, has it been a decade already? My how time flies. Scrappy celebrates 10 years of broadcast glory by looking back and playing some favorite songsx from past podcasts. This week’s show features music from Laura Mvula, Midlake, Big Star, Car Seat Headrest, Damien Jurado, and much more. Come along with Scrappy as he... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 105 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Let’s play two! That’s right, it’s a doubleheader podcast Sunday – back to back shows from your old pal Scrappy. Following on the heels of the special interview with Marv Foley, Scrappy knocks out another podcast for your listening pleasure. This afternoon’s show includes music from Sparks, The Walker Brothers, The Lounge Lizards, Junior Kimbrough,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 104 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
The Scrappy and Marv show is back! A mere 33 years after the last time they shared the mic together in Indiana, Scrappy and his old friend Marv Foley are back with their trademark mix of Hoosier hospitality. In today’s long-awaited podcast, Marv shares memories of his days in the big leagues including his history-making... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 103 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
To be completely honest, Scrappy was not planning on doing a podcast today. If he had his druthers he’d be in New Orleans getting some cajun punk Chinese takeout from Red’s Chinese, but Hurricane Hannah blowing across the Gulf Coast prevented that. Oh well, NOLA’s loss is your podcast gain. This week’s show features lots... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 102 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Like everyone else, Scrappy is hanging on for dear life feeling like he’s living in three different movies at once, which he addresses in song. Scrappy also opens up to discuss something scary he’s coping with. Don’t worry, it’s not all hot and heavy, he’ll make sure you have some fun along the way! This... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 101 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Rather than doing a celebration of the first 100 shows, instead, for podcast 100 Scrappy decided to address what’s going on in America with the African American community and the sense of anger and sadness that’s occurred after the murder of George Flloyd. This week’s podcast features artists who speak truth to power and features... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 100 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
On this week’s show, Scrappy plays music from some all-time favorite artists and albums. Long time listeners won’t be surprised by the choice of artists on this week’s show as Scrappy counts down to podcast number 100! Show 99 features music from the likes of Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake, Van Morrison, Sandy Denny, Jonathan Richman,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 99: All-Time Favorites appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
With everyone stuck at home for the time being, Scrappy starts the podcast with a set of songs about being homebound. Yeah, this is tough and we can’t wait to get back to normal,and Scrappy’s doing his best to keep you all entertained. This week’s show featuring music from the likes of Of Pinegrove, LCD... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 98 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
So much going on in the world, so much stress, so many people disappearing, sp Scrappy tries it to keep focused on the music. Starting off with a set about writers and books, Scrappy then gets into the thick of the crisis musically. This week’s podcast features music from the likes of Belle and Sebastian,... The post Podcast 97 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
It’s amazing how the world has changed completely since the last podcast. Hopes for spring quickly turned into sheltering in place for many folks as we anxiously wait to see what comes next. If you’re like Scrappy, you try to take solace in things that bring joy – things like music. Scrappy’s got your back... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 96 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
For International Women’s Day Scrappy’s curated an all-female show for your listening pleasure. It was tough going through a long list of great female artists and paring it down for a tight hour of great music, but Scrappy’s hoping he pulled it off. This week’s celebration of International Women’s Day features music from Sheila Chandra,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 95: International Women’s Day appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy knows that most of what he plays for you is music you’ve never heard before, so this week he’s decided to play all hits, all podcast long. That’s right, you’re going to know ALL the songs on this week’s podcast! The first all hits BFH podcast features songs from Rod Stewart, Outkast, Prince, The... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 94: Radio Hits appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
In the midst of winter, Scrappy starts off today’s podcast with some easy-breezy songs that will make you think it’s summertime. He also plays a set of songs about his favorite method of transportation – trains. This week’s podcast features music from Joe Ely, Link Wray, Jens Lekman, Arborist, Glenn Campbell, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 93 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
The rumors are true, Scrappy’s got the mobile rig all fired up as he starts off the show broadcasting from Jolly Old England. Maybe he wasn’t able to keep Harry and Meagan from leaving the royals behind, but he WAS able to put together another hour of freeform musical goodness. This week’s podcast features music... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 92 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Hey! The second podcast of the new decade is here and Scrappy has lots of new music for you, including his pick for best artist for the last decade. So tune up your old Spacely Sprockets for music from the likes of Moondog, Sinéad O’Connor, Racid Taha, Alvvays, Jonathan Richman, Townes Van Zandt, and much... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 91 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
You all know that Scrappy likes his symmetry, well it’s a lucky coincidence that Podcast number 90 comes as the last podcast of the decade, with podcast 100 coming down the pike, hopefully during 2020. This week’s podcast features music from the likes of Jimmy Durante, Spoon, The Rolling Stones, Radiohead, Buddy Fo & His... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 90 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Your first night of Hanukkah gift is here – that’s right, Scrappy’s brought you a brand new podcast featuring songs to get you through these long winter nights. This week’s post-solstice, first night of Hanukkah podcast features music from Khruangbin, Mel Tormé, Mura Masa and slowthai, Arial Pink, Smog, The Impressions, Chet Atkins and Dolly... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 89 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
With the temperatures dropping, it’s time once again for the fan-favorite Under The Covers Podcast. That’s right, in the seventh installment, it’s all covers, all show long! The seventh covers podcast features songs from the likes of The Ramones, The Waterboys, Ethan Hawe, Phoebe Bridgers, Dave Van Ronk, Mrs. Miller, and much more. With winter... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 88 – Under The Covers 7 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Thanksgiving is nearly here and that means it’s time for the third edition of the Broadcasting From Home Drugs and Alcohol Podcast! That’s right, Scrappy’s got your back as you head into the harrowing holiday season with a Podcast meant to make Thanksgiving tolerable. This year’s fan-favorite drugs and alcohol podcast features music from the... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 87: Drugs and Alcohol 3 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy admits that it’s been a long time since the last podcast, but he has a good excuse – he’s been screwing up U.S. foreign policy in Turkey. On the heels of his diplomacy fail, he’s back in studio P with an end of summer set (yeah, he knows it’s almost winter) along with lots... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 86 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy’s back with a mea culpa set, along with a set of brand spanking new tunes, and he looks back at a historical event that shaped Scrappy’s childhood. Featuring songs from the likes of Wilco, Meshell Ndegeocello, Mary Lambert, Gil Scott-Heron, The Samples, the Chairman of the Board, and many more, this week’s podcast lets... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 85 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Three podcasts in three weeks, imagine that. It’s just like the old days when you could count on Scrappy to crank out a new podcast each and every week. Let’s see if he can sustain the pace. Let’s be honest, the odds are not in his favor. But that’s okay, there will be another podcast... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 84 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
It’s so damn hot down in Florida that the only thing Scrappy can do to stay cool is to hang out in the studio with studio dog Cordelia, and to produce another podcast for y’all (see, Scrappy’s a southerner now). Podcast 83 features the music of the late, great João Gilberto, Phoebe Bridgers, Chris Issak,... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 83 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Summertime is upon us, the solstice is past, Gay Pride month is almost over, and with July 4th right around the corner, your friend Scrappy is back with some uptempo summer-y music for your listening pleasure. This week’s podcast features music from Fleet Foxes. Willie Nelson, Dr. John, Pet Shop Boys, Arcade Fire, Uncle Tupelo... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 82 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Scrappy’s back after a technical glitch that prevented folks from listening to last month’s covers podcast. Don’t worry, all is fixed, and hey, now you’ve got TWO new podcasts to listen to! This week’s podcast features music from the likes of Laura Mvula, The National, Greg Brown, Pete Seeger, The Ramones, and many more. So... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 81 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
It’s time again for the ever popular Under The Covers podcast, where it’s all covers, all show long. Normally the covers podcast comes just when it’s starting to get frosty out, but even with spring in the air there are still chilly nights where you want to burrow under the covers (like Cordelia the Bulldog).... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 80: Under The Covers Vol. 6 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Three months to the day since the last podcast and Scrappy’s back. He’s got no excuse other than pure laziness and the fact he’s been busy exploring the deep South and eating as much soul food and biscuits and gravy as he humanly possible without causing permanent damage. But not to worry, Scrappy’s here with... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 79 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
We’re right on the eve of 2019 and Scrappy returns with an all-new podcast from the all-new studio P down in Pensacola, FL. That’s right, Scrappy’s once again got new digs. This week’s podcast features music from the likes of Joe Cocker, Damien Jurado, Karen Dalton, Dr. John, Joan Jett, and much more. So come... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 78 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
Yup, it’s been a while, a long while. Scrappy’s annual summer hiatus went a little long this year. But don’t worry he’s back with his trademark mix of freeform musical joy. Oh, and there’s news – big news – lots of it, so make sure you tune it to be in the know. This week’s... The post Broadcasting From Home Podcast 77 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.
We’re coming to the end of Scrappy’s summer hiatus, and while we wait for a new podcast from Scrappy, here’s an oldie but goodie from November 2010. This week’s vintage podcast features Aretha Franklin (how could it not?), Tom Waits, Ben Kweller, Coleman Hawkins, the wonderful Ed Summerfield, and many, many more. So kick back... The post Rebroadcast: Podcast 11 appeared first on Broadcasting From Home.