PodBand PipeCast

New massed bands music just dropped and let's just say, there's a lot to unpack here.

It's our first contest in two years and we are EXHAUSTED!

It's 2022 and we're back at the Phoenix Highland Games after two years of a pandemic! There were so many things we all missed about the highland games, but don't just take our word for it. Hear from attendees at the games about what they missed in this special episode. Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Great Highland Bagpipes are required… except when they're not.

Who else loves reading pipe band contest rules?

In honor of our 100th episode, we're naming 100 pipe band things!

It's our first episode of 2022 and it's coming in hot!

Honk if you love the holidays!

We celebrated our podcast's 2nd birthday with pipe band themed party games, starting with the Cost is Correct!

It's down to the final 8! Tune in to find out which tartan will be crowned our PodBand PipeCast favorite!Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Have you ever thought, "that's a pretty tartan, I wish our band wore that"? In this episode we build a bracket of 16 tartans that we think would be great choices for pipe bands. Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

BitLife is a game where you make decisions in a simulated life, so of course we had to choose to be a drummer! Unfortunately… Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Licensed physical therapist Alex Randall evaluates a tenor drummer and bass drummer and provides simple stretches every piper and drummer can do to help improve posture. Let's get moving!

Is your playing posture hurting you?

What better way to celebrate Halloween than watching a spooky Scottish movie? Warning: this one is rated R, probably mostly for that questionable kilt/jacket combo worn by Christopher Lee, and also copious amounts of nudity. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Michael McClanathan discusses how his Arizona imports shop became one of North America's most popular rental stores for highlandwear. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Michael McClanathan discusses going from Motor City and playing in the Chrysler Pipe Band to being a piper for hire in Scottsdale.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the third part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the second part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the first part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We have a non-pipe bander choose an instrument based solely off of its less-than-desirable qualities. There's a lot to unpack here. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We make bagpipes out of trash bags!Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We see if artificial intelligence can help us write a pipe band blog post, learn about some historic pipe band figures, and talk about how great our podcast is.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Our top 10 pipe band things. But for both of us, so that's more like 20 things.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Listen as we pitch you a few of our ***100% ORIGINAL*** ideas for pipe band films.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

In this "just for fun" episode we rescue some bagpiping goats as Spyro the Dragon. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

WUSPBA Desert Branch Treasurer Erica Lue discusses lessons learned from hosting the branch's first online solo contest. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Dianne Nunez and Alex Lemoine continue the discussion about the filming of the Mesa Caledonian Pipe Band's pandemic project video.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Dianne Nunez and Alex Lemoine discuss the filming of the Mesa Caledonian Pipe Band's pandemic project video. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Kevin Conquest and Mike McKee discuss how they made the arrangement and audio track for the band's Gael pandemic project. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We read Yahoo Answers posts about bagpipes, most of which are absolutely not helpful.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We review several portrayals of bagpipes in popular media and whether they follow negative stereotypes or if they are positive and encouraging. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Piper and math aficionado Alasdair Martin tackles an age-old question: “If bagpipes only have nine notes, how many different bagpipe tunes are possible?”Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Piper Alasdair Martin joins us to discuss how he got started piping, what keeps him motivated, and one unfortunate trip to Burbank. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We asked artificial intelligence to narrate a highland games, a solo practice session, and a band rehearsal.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Famed American painter Bob Ross had a lot of good life advice, and some of it can be applied to pipe band. We share some inspiration from the Joy of Painting host while we encourage you to play your instrument!Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Cailey is going to be a mom! We reached out to our listeners for tips and advice about being a pipe band parent.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Angus Burke explains how the Piping Society got started and why it ended up being different (and even better) than he expected. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Angus Burke discusses his piping career and the piping experiences he brought with him to the Bloomington Piping Society.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Len Wood discusses what he's learned after a long career of teaching piping. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Len Wood tells us about his piping career and the building years of the Phoenix Pipe Band.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Rod Bain discusses his experiences teaching and what he likes about bass drumming.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Rod Bain, bass drummer for Phoenix Pipe Band, discusses his career drumming for various bands in the western United States and what it was like performing in the Lorient Interceltic Festival.Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Drummer Todd Norris discusses how drum set drumming has influenced his pipe band snare drumming, and vice versa. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Snare drummer Todd Norris discusses his career and how a broken thumb led to him becoming a drum sergeant. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We summarize some tips for getting disciplined and back on track with practicing. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

The Crew continues discussing improvements to pipe banding and the history of Mountain Dew. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

The Crew discusses more ways to improve pipe banding. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

We discuss ways to make pipe band events better, while tasting 14 different flavors of Mountain Dew. Happy New Year!Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou

Once upon a time, there was a pipe band...Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCastLike us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCastEmail us: PodBandPipeCast@gmail.comProduced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou