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Hello Mum Land, and welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!For the String Band division, the decade of the 90's belonged to the Jos. A. Ferko String Band. On this episode, we're speaking with Lou Speziale who is taking us behind the scenes to tell us about these classic themes, and the people who created and performed them. We also have a few MUMHEADS who called in to share their Mum Memories. And, of course, you'll hear some good ol' String Band music. Get ready for a great one. And, thanks for tuning in. You're going to enjoy this one quite a bit. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Fralinger String Band - "Auld Lang Syne"Broomall String Band - 1974 New Year's Day Medley, "The Sound Of Music"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1992 New Year's Day Medley, "An Original One-Man, Second-Hand Band"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1993 New Year's Day Medley, "Barnyard Boogie"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1994 New Year's Day Medley, "Sing, Sing, Swing"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1995 New Year's Day Medley, "How The West Was Fun"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1996 New Year's Day Medley, "Ferko Plays The Palace"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1997 New Year's Day Medley, "Fish Schtick"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1998 New Year's Day Medley, "Choo, Choo, Ch'Boogie"

It's another Sunday in Mum Land, and we all know what that means......SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS!Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. On the episode, we're shows 31-40 on our Top 40 String Band Themes Of All-Time Countdown (*in our opinion). So, lace up those Golden Slippers, raise your umbrellas, and get ready to strut on another Mum Sunday, with MUMHEADS! Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Polish American String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Dr. Hi-Tech, And His Robot Ramble"Quaker City String Band - 1999 New Year's Day Medley, "Reflections Of Old Moscow"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1994 New Year's Day Medley, "Sing, Sing, Swing"Harrowgate String Band - 1976 New Year's Day Medley, "Movin' On, U.S.A."Fralinger String Band - 1987 New Year's Day Medley, "Copa Banana"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Silly Symfunny"Fralinger String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Flickers"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "Golden Memories Of The Bowery"Fralinger String Band - 1984 New Year's Day Medley, "Jokers Are Wild"Quaker City String Band - 1991 New Year's Day Medley, "The Hills Are Alive"

Merry Christmas, Mumheads!On this episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're celebrating the holidays in Mum style. And, we were able to get a special guest host all the way from the North Pole to help us out!Tune in and enjoy all your favorite holiday classics, performed by your favorite Mummers and String Bands. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:John Wernega - "White Christmas"John Wernega - "It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year"String Band All-Stars - "It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas"String Band All-Stars - "Toyland"Polish American String Band - 1981 New Year's Day Medley, "Toyland Comes Alive"Avalon String Band -- 2005 New Year's Day Medley, "Avalon's Arctic Adventure"String Band All-Stars - "These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things"Polish American String Band - "Christmas Bells"Greater Overbrook String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Medley, "Season's Greetings"Mummers Chorus - "Jingle Bells"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Jingle Bells" (A 1948 Recording)Quaker City String Band - "Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer"Quaker City String Band - 2017 New Year's Day Medley, "Winter Is Coming"Polish American String Band - "Jingle Bells Polka"String Band All-Stars - "Mele Kalikimaka"String Band All-Stars - "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town"String Band All-Stars - "Oh Come, All Ye Faithful"Quaker City String Band - "Winter Wonderland"String Band All-Stars - "Merry Christmas, Darling"String Band All-Stars - "Sleigh Ride"String Band All-Stars - "Need A Little Christmas"Polish American String Band - "Christmas Time"Quaker City String Band - 1989 New Year's Day Medley, "There's No Business, Like Snow Business"String Band All-Stars - "Winter/Alabama Jubilee"

Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. On this episode, we’re strutting along with the comics, and Jimmy Meehan, President of the Two Street Stompers! You’ll learn about Jimmy’s forty-years in Mummery, all with the Two Street Stompers, going all the way back to when he started parading at the age of five. We also open up about the current state of the Mummers, the public perception, the perceptions Mummer divisions have of one another; and discuss ideas and thoughts to help better those relationships.Trust us when we tell you, this is not an episode to miss! Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Aqua String Band - “You’re Nobody, ’Til Somebody Loves You”

It's another Sunday in Mum Land, and we all know what that means......SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS!Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. On this episode, we're bringing you shows 21-30 in our Top 40 String Band Themes Of All-Time Countdown (*in our opinion). So, just like any other Sunday, lace up those Golden Slippers, raise your umbrellas, and get ready to strut, with MUMHEADS!Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Polish American String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "The Sorcerer's Ball"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Medley, "Hobo Hi-Jinx"Quaker City String Band - 2002 New Year's Day Medley, "Frightful Finale"Fralinger String Band - 1983 New Year's Day Medley, "Fralinger's Ragtime Band"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1997 New Year's Day Medley, "Fish Schtick"Fralinger String Band - 1994 New Year's Day Medley, "Goin' For The Gold"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1978 New Year's Day Medley, "Those Glorious MGM Musicals"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "When I Grow Too Old To Dream"Fralinger String Band - 2007 New Year's Day Medley, "One In Spirit"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1993 New Year's Day Medley, "Barnyard Boogie"Quaker City String Band - 1987 New Year's Day Medley, "Desert Daze"

On this episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're discussing the evolution of the role of the String Band Captain. A once prestigious position bestowed upon a long-term, dedicated member who possessed a great deal of leadership ability, is now given to the younger legs able to keep up with the demand of high-energy choreography. We break down the changes in the role of the captain by decade, as well as the correlations between the changes in the captain's performance and the effect it's had on the changes in the band's performance.Also, we're taking a look at a few old newspaper clippings describing the beginning of the Palmyra String Band. Some Mummer history you're going to enjoy. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Quaker City String Band: "And They Called It Dixieland"Fralinger String Band: "Take The "A" Train"Jos. A. Ferko String Band: "After You've Gone"Greater Kensington String Band: "When The Lilacs Bloom Again"South Philadelphia String Band: 1988 New Year's Day Medley, "Hot, Native Nights"

It's another Sunday in Mum Land, and we all know what that means...SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS!Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. On this episode, we're bringing you part two of our Top Forty Countdown of Best String Band Shows of All-Time (In Our Opinion). It's time to lace up those golden slippers, raise those umbrellas to the sky, and get ready to strut with MUMHEADS! Enjoy some great shows of the past.Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1988 New Year's Day Medley, "Raggs-Time"Fralinger String Band - 1980 New Year's Day Medley, "Showtime At The O.K. Corral"Quaker City String Band - 1988 New Year's Day Medley, "The Last Wound-Up"Woodland String Band - 1990 New Year's Day Medley, "L'Chiam"Quaker City String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "The Scarecrows' Hay Day"Greater Kensington String Band - 1984 New Year's Day Medley, "Swashbuckling Showmen"Polish American String Band - 1984 New Year's Day Medley, "Barroom Shenanigans"Quaker City String Band - 2000 New Year's Day Medley, "Circus Momus"Greater Overbrook String Band - 1973 New Year's Day Medley, "Ballroom Reflections"Fralinger String Band - 1992 New Year's Day Medley, "Fralinger Has No Reservations"

Welcome to MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!On this episode, we're discussing the thoughts of those in the Mum world on how to improve the Mummers Parade for Mummers and fans alike. We're also diving into the world of sponsorships, and how they could increase the attractiveness of the Mummers Parade to the public. We've also got some of your favorite Mum tunes lined up and ready to go! Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Fralinger String Band - "Close To You"String Band All-Stars - "There'll Be Some Changes Made"Quaker City String Band - "Anytime"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "The Whole World Is Singing My Song/Shout!"Polish American String Band - "42nd Street"Hegeman String Band - 1989 New Year's Day Medley, "Gyspy In My Soul"

Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!As we all know, SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS; and we're kicking off our Top Forty Countdown of best String Band shows. This episode features themes one through ten on our list. As we do every Sunday, lace up those golden slippers, raise those umbrellas, and get ready to strut, with MUMHEADS! Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Fralinger String Band - 1985 NYD Medley, “Halleluja!…Ol’ Man River”Polish American String Band - 1981 NYD Medley, “Toyland Comes Alive”Harrowgate String Band - 1977 NYD Medley, “Trip The Light Fantastic”Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1998 NYD Medley, “Choo! Choo! Ch’Boogie!”Greater Kensington String Band - 1988 NYD Medley, “Go For Baroque”Fralinger String Band - 1978 NYD Medley, “Odyssey In Rhythm”Avalon String Band - 1986 NYD Medley, “Avalon’s Mardi Gras Review”Polish American String Band - 1979 NYD Medley, “Galactic Encounters”Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1989 NYD Medley, “At The Strutters’ Ball”Quaker City String Band - 2019 NYD Medley, “Last, But Naught Least”

Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!On this episode, we're talking about the String Band Stimulus Package, a concept designed to re-ignite the level of competition amongst all bands; allowing for all string bands to fight for the top prize on New Year's Day!We're also featuring our first installment of "Mum Wars", where host Jeff Kirby will be taking on John Wernega of the Fralinger String Band in debating the most underrated string band shows of all-time. We also want to give a shout out to three businesses who have donated goods to our String Band raffle; Taxes by Heather, Sisu Physical Therapy, and Core 3 Brewery. More details about these businesses and their contributions to our fundraiser can be heard on this episode. If your business would like to donate goods for our raffle to help us raise funds for the String Bands, please email mumheadsthepodcast@gmail.com. Your donations will be greatly appreciated.If you would like to enter our raffle, chances are just $5 each. Please enter by visiting GoFundMe.com, and searching for Mummers Hat Fundraiser. Or, simply visit the MUMHEADS Facebook page for more information. Please follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Aqua String Band - "My Heart Stood Still"Avalon String Band - 1984 New Year's Day Medley, "The Artistry Of Ellington"Fralinger String Band - "Sophisticated Swing"Polish American String Band - 1975 New Year's Day Medley, "Sound Of The Fifties"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Shout"Palmyra-South Jersey String Band - 1990 New Year's Day Medley, "Palmyra-South Jersey Goes To The Dogs"

Hello Mumheads! We have a special episode lined up for you. One you won't want to miss! On this episode, we're talking Mums with music arranger John Wernega of the Fralinger String Band. John is responsible for arranging the scores for Fralinger's eight in a row championship run, as well as a number of other incredible productions, including Fralinger's championships in 2013 and 2015. Get behind the music by tuning into this episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!Musical selections featured in this episode: Fralinger String Band - 2007 NYD Medley, "One In Spirit"Fralinger String Band - 2002 NYD Medley, "A Festival Of Knights"Fralinger String Band - 2003 NYD Medley, "Starship Fralinger"Fralinger String Band - 2005 NYD Medley, "Gypsy For-tunes"Fralinger String Band - 2008 NYD Medley, "Grab Your Partner, Spin Them 'Round, Fralinger Is Westward Bound"Fralinger String Band - 2011 NYD Medley, "At The Golden Gate Of Kiev

It's another Mum Sunday, and we all know SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS! Tune in for another Sunday episode of some of your favorite Mummers String Band music, as well as a lineup of this week's episodes to come. Tie up those Golden Slippers, lift your umbrellas, and get ready to strut with MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast! Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Greater Overbrook String Band - "Sing A Happy Song"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Seventy-Six Trombones"Fralinger String Band - "Beatles Medley"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Hey, Look Me Over"Greater Kensington String Band - "Chicago"Trilby String Band - 1977 New Year's Day Medley, "Las Vegas On Broad Street"Fralinger String Band - "Sing, Sing, Sing"Woodland String Band - "String Band Jamboree"Greater Kensington String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "At The Hobo Ball"Quaker City String Band - "It's Not Where You Start, It's Where You Finish"Hegeman String Band - 1971 New Year's Day Medley, "Rhythm And Beauty"

Welcome to another episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!On this episode, we're talking Mums with President of the Aqua String Band, and Financial Secretary of the String Band Association, Michael Riddle. We'll hear about how Mike got into Mummery, the roles he's held, how the Aqua String Band has managed to grow and improve year after year; as well as 100 years of the Aqua String Band!Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "That Old Gang Of Mine"Fralinger String Band - "You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile"Quaker City String Band - "Looking At The World Through Rose Colored Glasses"Aqua String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "Out Of This World"

It's another Mum Sunday in Mum Land. And as we know, Sundays Are For The Mums!Lace up those golden slippers, raise those umbrellas, and get ready to strut with MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"String Band All-Stars - "The Music Goes Round And Round"South Philadelphia String Band - "Everything Is Peaches Down In Georgia"Greater Kensington String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "Redskin's Romp"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Button Up Your Overcoat"Quaker City String Band - "More And More"Fralinger String Band - 1978 New Year's Day Medley, "Odyssey In Rhythm"South Philadelphia String Band - "Ja-Da"Polish American String Band - "Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie"Greater Overbrook String Band - "Comedian's Gallop"Fralinger String Band - "Band Stand Boogie"Quaker City String Band - 1978 New Year's Medley, "Kaleidoscope Of Color"

On this episode of MUMHEADS, The Original Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're taking a look at the current state of the Mummers and how the Fancy Brigades could be our hope for longevity and a strong future.Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Aqua String Band - "If I Didn't Care"Fralinger String Band - "Don't Be That Way"Greater Overbrook String Band - "Time On My Hands"String Band All-Stars - "Someday, You'll Be Sorry"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Over The Waves"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Little Girl"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1980 New Year's Day Medley, "Tin Pan Alley"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Back In Your Own Backyard"

Join us, on MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, for another episode of Sundays Are For The Mums!Every Sunday, enjoy a lineup of some of your favorite Philadelphia Mummers String Band music. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "It's A Good Day"Fralinger String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "Halftime USA!"Fralinger String Band - "Applause"Greater Kensington String Band - "Powder Your Face With Sunshine"Greater Overbrook String Band - "Smile, Darn Ya, Smile!"Hegeman String Band - "Anything Goes"Polish American String Band - 1972 New Year's Day Medley, "Casino Musicale"Fralinger String Band - "Somebody's Done Somebody Wrong Song"Quaker City String Band - "Yes! We Have No Bananas"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Silly Symfunny"

In this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're talking to the president of the Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association, and Vice President of the Quaker City String Band, Sam Regalbuto. We'll discuss Sam's Mum history, his outlook on the parade, the String Band Association Telethon on November 14th, 2020, and more!We'll also touch on what we're missing about Mummery, as a New Year's Day without a Mummers Parade approaches. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Trilby String Band - "Somebody Stole My Girl/Who?"Quaker City String Band - "Won't You Come Home, Bill Bailey?"Polish American String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Dr. Hi-Tech, And His Robot Ramble"

Happy Halloween, Mum Land! On this episode, enjoy a virtual Haunted Halloween Mummers Parade, to celebrate the season. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram - @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured on this episode:Quaker City String Band - 2002 New Year's Day Medley, "Frightful Finale"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Just One Of Those Things"Quaker City String Band - "Close Encounters"Quaker City String Band - 1995 New Year's Day Medley, "Take Us To Your Leader"Quaker City String Band - "Out Of Nowhere"String Band All-Stars - "Grandpa’s Spells"Aqua String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Aqua's Land Of Enchantment"Hegeman String Band - 1984 New Year's Day Medley, "Dante’s Dancing Inferno"Broomall String Band - 1991 New Year's Day Medley, "Every Witch Way"Palmyra String Band - 1977 New Year's Day Medley, "Trick Or Treat On Broad Street"Polish American String Band - 1982 New Year's Day Medley, "Sorcerers Ball"Uptown String Band - "Moon Dance"Fralinger String Band - "Thriller"Fralinger String Band - 2013 New Year's Day Medley, "Back From The Dead"South Jersey String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Dressed To Thrill"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "How You Gonna Keep 'Em Down On The Farm"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Wedding Of The Painted Doll"Avalon String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Sky’s The Limit"Avalon String Band - "Can You Read My Mind"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 2016 New Year's Day Medley, "Field Of Screams" Fralinger String Band - 1989 New Year's Day Medley, "Stage Fright"

It's another Sunday in MumLand, and we all know what that means...Sundays Are For The Mums! So, put on your golden slippers, raise an umbrella, and get ready to strut up Broad Street, with MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast. Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastGet your Mum Gear at shop.spreadshirt.com/mumshopMusical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Polish American String Band - "Annie From 2nd Street"Aqua String Band - 1983 New Year's Day Medley, "Over The Road With Aqua"Fralinger String Band - "Let Me Sing, And I'm Happy"Woodland String Band - "Hello, My Baby"Avalon String Band - 1973 New Year's Day Medley, "Election Of American President"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "I'm Just Wild About Harry"Durning String Band - 1977 New Year's Day Medley, "Midnight In Moscow"Quaker City String Band - "I've Got A Lovely Bunch Of Coconuts"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Medley, "Hobo Hi-Jinx"Greater Kensington String Band - "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down"Fralinger String Band - 2007 New Year's Day Medley, "One In Spirit"

In this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're breaking down considerations when choosing the right theme for your club. On paper, you want to provide your membership with the opportunity to compete before you even hand out music, or get members on their feet to drill. We're talking effect, emotion, layering, costuming, presenting that "something different", and more!We've also got your Mum Trivia, Mum History, and Mum Tunes. You'll want to turn the volume up for this episode's theme music!Follow us on social media!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured in this episode:Durning String Band - "There's A Tavern In The Town"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Don't Rain On My Parade"Fralinger String Band - "What I Did For Love"Quaker City String Band - 2019 New Year's Day Medley, "Last, But Naut Least"

It's another Sunday in MumLand. And, SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS!This year, there will be no string bands parading on Broad Street in the Columbus Day Parade, so we're here to do our best to take care of your fix. We have Mum favorites lined up and ready to go, holiday style!Grab your umbrella, slide into your golden slippers, and GET READY TO STRUT, on MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast!Follow us!Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured on this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Fralinger String Band - 1970 New Year's Day Medley, "Italian Melodies, Old and New"Woodland String Band - 1978 New Year's Day Medley, "Viva Italia"Quaker City String Band - "That's Amore"Greater Kensington String Band - 1980 New Year's Day Medley, "Vini, Vidi, Vici"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Three Coins In The Fountain"Trilby String Band - 1978 New Year's Day Medley, "Bavarian Festival"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Aneme E Core"Avalon String Band - 1974 New Year's Day Medley, "Italian Musical Memories"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Oh, Marie"Woodland String Band - 1965 New Year's Day Medley, "Florentine Festival"

It's Sunday in MumLand, and that means one thing...SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS!Lift that umbrella high and get ready to strut to some of your favorite Mum tunes, the Fall edition. And be sure to get your SUNDAYS ARE FOR THE MUMS merchandise at shop.spreadshirt.com/mumshop. 50% of the profits go to benefit your Philadelphia Mummers String Bands! Follow MUMHEADS on social media:Facebook: Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastMusical selections featured on this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"South Philadelphia String Band - "Sweet Cider Time"Quaker City String Band - "Shine On Harvest Moon"Fralinger String Band - "You Are My Sunshine"Greater Kensington String Band - "Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo"Fralinger String Band - 1989 New Year's Day Medley, "Stage Fright"Quaker City String Band - "Autumn Leaves"Quaker City String Band - "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah!"South Philadelphia String Band - 1981 New Year's Day Medley, "Scarecrows First Musical Ensemble"South Philadelphia String Band - "Bye, Bye, Blackbird"

In Mummery, there's always a story to tell. Some stories are born inside a Mummer clubhouse, some stories come to be when on a long road trip, and some stories impact the entire Mummers community. On this episode, we're talking to Pat Walton, captain of the Jersey String Band, and Alex Walton, banjo player with the Jersey String Band; about their time in Mummery, their thoughts on our great hobby, and the process it took to transition from the Broomall String Band, to the Jersey String Band. It's episodes like this that are the reason we created MUMHEADS, and it's surely an episode you don't want to miss. Musical selections featured on this episode:Fralinger String Band - "The Sound of Philadelphia"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "I Don't Mind"

Its' Mum Season. It's Sunday. And that means just one thing, here on MUMHEADS...Sundays Are For The Mums!We've got another Mum Sunday episode packed with some of your Mum tune favorites. So, grab your scrapple, put on your golden slippers, and pick up your umbrella. IT'S TIME TO MUM!Musical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - “Happy Days (Are Here Again)”Jos. A. Ferko String Band - “It’s A Good Day”Quaker City String Band - “It’s Not Where You Start, It’s Where You Finish”Broomall String Band - “Who’s In The Strawberry Patch With Sally”Greater Overbrook String Band - “Enough To Go Around”Greater Kensington String Band - “Sleep"Fralinger String Band - “Gonna Fly Now”Jos. A. Ferko String Band - “Hands Across The Sea”Uptown String Band - 1978 New Year’s Day Medley, “Be A Clown”Quaker City String Band - “Wait ’Til The Sun Shines, Nelly”Quaker City String Band - 1985 New Year’s Day Medley, “Scarecrows’ Hay Day”Quaker City String Band - “Oh! What A Beautiful Morning”

HELLO MUMHEADS!On this episode, our TENTH EPISODE!, we're talking Mum Sunday foods, interviewing Mike Luciany, captain of the Jos. A. Ferko String Band, giving you some Mum trivia and Mum history, as well as some GREAT Mum tunes to enjoy!It's a Mum Tune Tuesday, so sit back and enjoy another episode of MUMHEADS!Follow us on social media:Facebook.com/mumheadsInstagram @mumheadsthepodcastSign up for the Jos. A. Ferko String Band Cornhole Tournament fundraiser by sending your team's $50 entry fee via Venmo to username JosephAFerkoStringBand. The event is on Sunday, September 27th, at 1pm, and promises to be a great time. So, if you're looking to get a Mum Sunday in, sign up, play, support the club, and enjoy a fun afternoon!Featured musical selections on this episode:Polish American String Band - "Soupy Island Oberek"South Philadelphia String Band - "Sweet Cider Time"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Harvest of Sunshine"Fralinger String Band - "In The Mood/Woodchopper's Ball"Greater Kensington String Band - 1976 New Year's Day Routine Medley, "State Fair"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Routine Medley, "Mime Time"

It's Sunday again, and we all know what that means! On this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we've got some of your Mum favorites lined up and ready to go!Grab your eggs, grab your bacon, put on your golden slippers, and get your umbrellas out...it's time for some happy string band music!Musical selections featured in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Aqua String Band - "I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Old Man Sunshine"Fralinger String Band - "Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown"Durning String Band - "Wonderland By Night"Greater Kensington String Band - "The Old Piano Roll Blues"Polish American String Band - "Peanuts Polka"Fralinger String Band - "You Light Up My Life"South Philadelphia String Band - 1983 New Year's Day Medley, "Undersea Odyssey" South Philadelphia String Band - "Minnie The Mermaid"Greater Overbrook String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Ragtime Revelry"

In this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we're talking Mummers Parade promotion. We're talking not just one great day for the Mummers and Mummer fans. We're pitching an entire Mummers Week, from December 26th thru New Year's Day. And, Philadelphia's WMMR nighttime radio host, and Mumhead himself, Jacky Bam Bam makes his debut on MUMHEADS!We'll also have some Mum trivia, Mum history, and Mum tunes! It's time to get the world excited about the Philadelphia Mummers. Musical selections found on this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"Palmyra String Band - "Here's Love In Your Eyes"Hegeman String Band - "Mummers Reel"Fralinger String Band - "West Side Story Medley"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - 1978 New Year's Day Medley, "Those Glorious MGM Musicals"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "When I Grow Too Old To Dream"

Parade or no parade, Mum Season is HERE! On this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, enjoy another Mum Sunday with the happy string band music you love. Featured musical selections in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Happy Days (Are Here Again)"South Philadelphia String Band - "That Old Feeling"Woodland String Band - "If You Knew Suzie"Greater Overbrook String Band - "Brasilia"Greater Kensington String Band - "Half A Six-Pence"Fralinger String Band - "Lovin' You"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - "Moonlight, The Stars, And You"Fralinger String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Hallelujah! Old Man River"Avalon String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "Avalon's Mardi Gras Revue"

In this episode of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we begin our discussion on the topic of judging in the Philadelphia Mummers Parade. This episode focuses on the elevated seating of the judges and the effects it has on productions, scoring, and the overall wellness of the parade. Featured musical selections in this episode:Polish American String Band - Front Page RagSouth Philadelphia String Band - Coney Island BabyWoodland String Band - 1990 New Year's Day Medley, "L'chiam"Jos. A. Ferko String Band - Bright EyesQuaker City String Band - 1966 New Year's Day Medley, "Prince of India"

It's another MUMHEADS Sunday! On this episode, we feature some of your favorite String Band tunes. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the holiday weekend with some happy music. Musical selections featured on this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - Happy Days (Are Here Again)Fralinger String Band - More Than A WomanDurning String Band - Don't Be A Baby, BabyJos. A. Ferko String Band - Good-Bye, My Lady LoveQuaker City String Band - In The Good Old, Bad Old DaysAqua String Band - By The Time I Get To PhoenixWoodland String Band - Play A Simple MelodyPolish American String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Medley, "Carnival, From Rome, To Paris, To RioGreater Kensington String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Medley, "Oz Odyssey"

On Episode 4 of MUMHEADS, we're going to discuss the pros and cons of props in the Philadelphia Mummers Parade. Some say there's too much, some say there's not enough. It's a battle for a creative edge in front of the judges. We'll give you our take, as well as provide some Mum Trivia, Mum History, and play some Mum Tunes. We'll also take a trip down Mummery Lane to discuss a great long-time Mummer, Mr. Bill Weisser. Tune and get to know the Philadelphia Mummers a little better!Musical selections featured in this episode:Fralinger String Band - It's A Great Wide Wonderful World Ferko String Band - WhisperingAqua String Band - ShineFralinger String Band - Teddy Bears PicnicGarden State String Band - 1986 New Year's Day Medley, "A Look At String Bands Yesterday, Today, And Tomorrow"

Welcome to Episode 3 of MUMHEADS, A Philadelphia Mummers Podcast! In this episode, MUMHEAD Sunday, we're playing some of your favorite old time Mum music, with a couple of New Year's Day routines included! Sit back, and enjoy your Mumday Sunday, with MUMHEAD Sunday!Please continue to share our podcast with your social media friends. You can find us on Facebook at Facebook.com/mumheads. Featured music in this episode:Jos. A. Ferko String Band - Happy Days Are Here AgainJos. A. Ferko String Band - Plenty of Money and YouPolish American String Band - Dear WorldSouth Philadelphia String Band - Blue SkiesUptown String Band - Liberty BellFralinger String Band -Beethoven's FifthBroomall String Band - Once in my LifeAqua String Band - 1985 New Year's Day Routine Medley, "Salts, Gobs, and Gals"Quaker City String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Routine Medley, "On Fire With Rhythm"

On this episode of MUMHEADS, a Philadelphia Mummers Podcast, we'll discuss alternatives to the parade format, share stories, trivia and history; as well as play a few of your favorite Mum Tunes!Featured music on this Podcast includes:Greater Kensington String Band - He's The WizardFerko String Band - Just One Of Those ThingsPolish American String Band - 1979 New Year's Day Theme Medley, Galactic EncountersPlease follow us on Facebook at Facebook.com/mumheads

In our first podcast, we'll introduce you to our mission, as well as share some memories and listen to a few Mum tunes. This episode's featured music includes:Fralinger String Band - Satin DollJos. A. Ferko String Band - Thoroughly Modern MilllieHegeman String Band - 1986 Routine Medley, "Roar 20's Roar"