Podcasts about Bluegrass

Bluegrass guitar hero Bryan Sutton joins us this week to talk about his brand-new album, From Roots to Branches, Vol. 1 ( Mountain Home Music Company). The album features Sutton in a duo setting with a bevy of friends, including Tommy Emmanuel, Billy Strings, Joe Bonamassa, Sierra Hull, the late Doc Watson, and others. As you'll hear, the performances range from straight bluegrass to a rather rocking tune with Billy Strings. We also talk about his Blue Ridge Guitar Camp, session work, the joys of downsizing your guitar collection, and the secret studio weapon known as the Epiphone Seville (who knew?). We even brainstorm on a rather hilarious Fretboard Summit golf tournament.   https://www.bryansutton.com https://www.blueridgeguitarcamp.com Subscribe to the Fretboard Journal's quarterly print magazine. Issue 60 is now mailing:  https://shop.fretboardjournal.com/products/fretboard-journal-annual-subscription We are brought to you by Peghead Nation: https://www.pegheadnation.com  (Get your first month free or $20 off any annual subscription with the promo code FRETBOARD at checkout). Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar: https://mmguitarbar.com

My guest this week is 5 time Grammy award winning engineer, mixer and producer Sean Sullivan.Sean has worked with dozens of artists, including Sturgill Simpson, Tyler Childers, The Steeldrivers, The Del McCoury Band, Michael Cleveland, Andrew Marlin, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway and Mighty Poplar.We chat about his route into recording and how he only came to love string band music when he started working on it. Sean also talks about what he learned in his time at The Butcher Shoppe Studio, owned by John Prine and producer David Ferguson, and his current studio, The Tractor Shed.We also talk about what's really important in music, Sean's approach to working with artists and why, sometimes, the best sounding records just aren't the best records.Follow Sean on Instagram or check out www.seansullivanaudio.com to keep up to date with what he's working on. You can find out more about The Tractor Shed at www.tractorshedstudio.com Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

Bluegrass singer Rhonda Vincent remembers her friend, Dolly Parton. And recounts the many times she got the chance to share a stage with her idol. As Ottawa announces a slew of retaliatory tariffs on American products, jobs minister Patty Hajdu tells us what her government can offer Canadian workers caught in the middle of an escalating trade war.Canadians hoping to do their part are still striving to buy local, but the lawyer behind a proposed class action lawsuit says the maple leaf is sometimes slapped on products that aren't Canadian at all. A small business owner in Ontario who imports aluminum building products from the U.S. says he understands why everyone is upset, but he wants Canada back at the negotiating table. Renowned queer lawyer barbara findlay may have spelled her name in lower case, but she lived her life in all-caps — and wasn't afraid to fight for the rights of gay, lesbian and trans Canadians. A Wisconsin cat has a certified record-breaking 29 toes...and we'll dig into the archives to hear from a feline that said 'hold my catnip' — when it came out with four ears. As It Happens, the Tuesday edition, Radio that always gives you time to paws and reflect.

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My guest this week is Lindsay Lou.I chatted with Lindsay a while back, about her record Queen of Time. This time we're talking about her brand new record Bluegrass Women. Lindsay reveals how the project came about and why she wanted to make a record celebrating the contributions of women to bluegrass. We talk about the musicians on the record - including Sarah Jarosz, Sierra Hull, Molly Tuttle, Laurie Lewis and Alison Brown - and why mentorship and multi-generational music making are so important.Lindsay also discusses the origin of some of the songs on the record, many of which will be familiar to regular listeners to bluegrass, but not everyone will realise they were written by women (I certainly didn't).We also chat about the importance of vocal harmony and how Bluegrass Women was a natural progression from Queen of Time and its predecessor Southland.Here's some info on where to buy or stream Bluegrass WomenYou can check out the harmony singing lessons mentioned on Lindsay's Patreon page. Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

On this week's show, we pour one out for Kavinsky and Glen Hansard, catch up on a smokin' boatload o' singles that have been piling up over the past several weeks, and spin fresh tracks from Boards of Canada, Mitch Easter, The Womack Sisters, Tom Waits, and the long-awaited collab of Steve Earle & Los Lobos.All this & much, much less! Debts No Honest Man Can Pay started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

Mark Rader was the lead vocalist and guitarist of The Traditional Grass, one of the foremost bluegrass bands on the festival circuit in the 80's and 90's. In this episode of Walls of Time, Mark shares great tales from the road, tells us what Kathy Bates film inspired one of the band's biggest hits, and discusses the band's decision to get off the road in 1995. He also lets us know what bands in today's bluegrass scene really fire him up!   Let's return to Mark's dining room table for Part Two of our conversation with Daniel's "Uncle" Mark Rader.   This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

It's just Tim and Josh this week on The Hometown Bluegrass Show, and we've got some exciting news to share!We officially announce the Bluegrass at the Dam Music Camp, coming February 5–7, 2027, at beautiful Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park. We talk about what inspired the camp, what you can expect, and why we think it's going to be a special weekend of learning, picking, jamming, and bluegrass fellowship.And, of course, it wouldn't be The Hometown Bluegrass Show without some live music! Josh grabs the guitar and plays the bluegrass classic “Long Journey Home.”

Welcome to this month's Bluegrass Briefing, a monthly series of episodes taking a look at what's going on in the world of bluegrass.Here are the links to stuff mentioned in this episode.News and announcements - church street news Bluegrass Album Band reissueBlue Waters BluegrassDawg at 80 videosReleases (The Grass is New)Lindsay Lou - Bluegrass WomenMike Marshall Sings BluegrassKen and Brad Kolodner - Hand's CoveNew Acoustic Collective - Double CourseScroll on BuddyTelluride documentaryOther bitsFull list of interviewsCollings GuitarsHappy picking.Matt Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

This week we feature Santa Cruz Guitar Company owner Richard Hoover and talk with him about reaching the 50th anniversary of building Santa Cruz guitars.  We will talk about how Richard became interested in building guitars, the early days of the Santa Cruz Guitar Company and what he has planned for the company moving forward into the future.

The Traditional Grass was one of the premiere bluegrass bands of the '80s and 90s. Originating in the Miami Valley, they developed a strong reputation and a national following, releasing four albums for Rebel Records before disbanding in 1995. Daniel sits down to chat with the band's guitarist and lead vocalist, Mark Rader, who formed The Traditional Grass alongside Daniel's papaw and dad: Paul "Moon Mullins and Joe Mullins. Gathered around his dining room table, Mark shares stories about growing up in Middletown and coming of age in southwestern Ohio during such an exciting time for the region's bluegrass scene. He recounts how The Traditional Grass was founded in 1983 and breaks down the excitement behind writing one of their signature songs, "The Blues Are Still The Blues." Mark is a great storyteller and is a lover of roots music. We get him to break down some his favorites artists, from Larry Sparks to Lonnie Mack! Enjoy Part 1 of our conversation with Mark Rader. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

Drought can leave horse owners facing tough decisions. Do you keep grazing what's left? Feed more hay? Hope for rain? Or could some of the things you're hoping to get by with, make your pasture take even longer to recover? On this episode of the Beyond the Barn podcast, host Katy Starr chats with returning guest expert and a listener favorite, Dr. Krishona Martinson, Equine Extension Specialist at the University of Minnesota, about protecting pastures and feeding horses during a drought including: Why one common pasture mistake can impact recovery long after the drought ends When feeding more quality hay is actually the smartest management decision The simple measurement that tells you whether your pasture is ready for horses or other livestock to get back to grazing From knowing when to pull horses off pasture to understanding why brown grass isn't always what is seems, Dr. Martinson shares practical, research-backed strategies that can help you make confident decisions when pasture becomes limited and keep a strong Forage Foundation for your animals, even in a drought.

Bryan and Lance recap Raw and talk... Bluegrass music?

This week we feature flatpicking guitar master Russ Barenberg and talk with him about his long career performing and recording with the acoustic guitar.  We will follow his career from his early days in Pennsylvania, then moving to his days in New York and Boston and then his making the move to Nashville.  We'll talk about some of the bands that Russ performed with along the way, including Country Cooking, Fiddle Fever and the trio with Jerry Douglas and Edgar Meyer.  We'll also talk about the solo projects that he has released over the years, and more.

Episode Notes This past week marked the conclusion of a 29-plus year run for Renee Shaw at Kentucky Educational Television (KET)...I was blessed to chat with Renee back in 2024...and we're flashing back to our visit on this week's "Blabbin'"!! Renee's fair and balanced hosting made her a perfect fit for KET staples such as "Kentucky Tonight" and "Connections", along with the "Kentucky Edition" news program which she launched a few years ago. How did she land at KET in 1997? What are some of the many highlights from her network tenure, including interviews she conducted and relationships she formed? Answers to these and other questions you may have are awaiting you in the Commonwealth Time Capsule. So take in a brand new brain buster, and join me in celebrating Renee Shaw's well deserved retirement by reliving her reflections from two years ago on "Blabbin' In the Bluegrass"!! Find out more at https://blabbin-in-the-bluegrassblabbi.pinecast.co

Send us Fan MailIt was back to the Warped Tour for Bakotunes! July 25 & 26, 2026 in Long Beach, CA. Sun, fun, music, brews and homies! In this episode: Interviews and music with Kenny Feinstein and John Seltzer of bluegrass punk outfit Water Tower! Meet the fellas and check out some music! PLUS - I meet up with the longtime Bakersfield homie, Chris "Krees" Borbon, drummer for LA skinhead revivalists - The Aggrolites! Chris opens up about his latest adventures, recording and touring, doing graphic work and more. Episode contains the songs: "Drink Smoke", Water Tower & Mike Herrera; "Sunflower", Water Tower; "When I Come Around", Water Tower; "Musical Muse", "He Used To Be My Baby", Jackie Mendez; "Pharaoh's Dreams", Hepcat; "Boots On The Terrace", The Aggrolites.Fair Use DisclaimerThis podcast features audio clips for purposes of [criticism, comment, and review], as protected under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act. This use constitutes a "fair use" of copyrighted material. The original tracks remain the sole property of their respective copyright owners.Support the showSponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and workers' compensation law firm. Subscribe to Bakotunes at all podcast outlets and follow our socials!Instagram / More LinksContact: mattomunoz@gmail.com

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be playing music by The Mark Trammell Quartet, Carroll Roberson, Liberty Quartet, The Childress Family, Mark Lowry, Resound Quartet, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/73415940/download.mp3       Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. Gordan Mote - The First Song   02. The Kingsmen - They Don't know   03. Tribute Quartet - Today, Tomorrow, and Forever   04. The Mark Trammell Quartet - This Old House   05. Brian Free & Assurance - You Must Have Met Him   06. Jeff & Sheri Easter - A Good Old Gospel Song   07. The Hyssongs - Good News Savior   08. Carroll Roberson - Delight Thyself In The Lord   09. Liberty Quartet - Scars And All   10. The Childress Family - My Savior First Of all   11. The Booth Brothers - Now I Have Everything   12. Mark Lowry - This Too Shall Pass   13. Justified Quartet - Another Saint Just Made It home   14. The Mark Dubbeld Family - Ain't Looking For Trouble   15. Our Mystery Artist Of The Week - Climbing Up The Mountain   16. Resound Quartet - Then And There   17. The Gaither Vocal Band - Child Of The King   18. Mark bishop - Summer Watermelon   19. Kenny Evans - Live Like People Matter   20. The Hoppers - Jerusalem   21. The Kingdom Heirs - I Know I'm Going There   22. Gold City - In The Middle   Carrol and Donna Roberson – Happy Trails

On the latest episode of The Road Home podcast, Ethan was joined by friend Noel Coakley. A brilliant and kind psychotherapist and Dharma teacher, Noel has a style as a spiritual thinker and teacher all his own. They discussed his journey into working with the mind, his interest in relational mindfulness and psychology, how The Beastie Boys got him into the Dharma, and what it's like to teach Buddhist meditation at a Bluegrass festival. Ethan also tried to rope Noel into Ethan's controversial theory that Siddhartha Gautama demonstrated the path of awakening for an individual with an avoidant attachment style. Finally, we discussed Noel's teaching work and his new book, Wake Up Sleepy Buddha. (Last year, with your subscriptions, we were able to release more episodes than any previous year. This was only possible with your support. Please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber here.) Noel Coakley has more than thirty years of experience as a meditation practitioner and dharma teacher, primarily within the Yungdrung Bön and Tibetan Buddhist traditions. For the past fourteen years, he has also worked as a licensed psychotherapist, integrating contemplative practice with contemporary Western psychology. His work focuses on making authentic Buddhist teachings approachable without diminishing their depth, helping people find a clear and welcoming path beyond introductory mindfulness. Through meditation retreats, classes, clinical work, and now his book Wake Up Sleepy Buddha, Noel bridges traditional Buddhist wisdom with modern life through direct experience, practical application, and plainspoken language. Learn more at: www.wakeupsleepybuddha.com/about (Episode available wherever you get your "pods," Apple, Ethan's Website, Substack and every other pod place). (Last year, with your subscriptions, we were able to release more episodes than any previous year. This was only possible with your support. Please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber here.) Show Notes and More cool resources: The quote which titles this podcast is from an interview between Wes Nisker and Psychologist Jack Engler. Check out our sponsor platform, A Mindful World! A new free video course from Ethan on Metta (lovingkindness) meditation is now available at this link. Sign up for our Fall retreat at the Garrison Institute at this link. Sign up for the August online visualization meditation workshop here. Paid subscribers to The Road Home will receive occasional extras like guided meditations, extra podcast episodes and more! The Thursday Meditation Group happens each week at 8am ET on Thursdays, and guided audio meditations are released monthly. Another bonus podcast for paid subscribers discussed the obstacle of resistance to meditation practice, and Ethan also offered instruction in Metta meditation toward yourself. These are all available to paid subscribers. You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, etc). You can now order personally signed copies of Ethan's books at his website. You can also subscribe to The Road Home podcast wherever you get your pods (Apple, Ethan's Website, Substack and every other pod place).

Larry Sparks is truly one of one. We return to the Sparks home in eastern Indiana for the second half of our conversation with the "Youngest of the Old Timers". We chat with Larry about some of his biggest songs and albums, and we learn about why he turned down some opportunities in the late-80's. He also opens up about his faith and the love of his life, Pam Sparks. Enjoy Part 2 of our conversation with Larry Sparks. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

This week we feature mandolin player and builder David Harvey.  Dave has recently retired from working at Gibson and we take a look back at his career as both a performer and instrument builder.  Dave talks about his father, mandolinist Dorsey Harvey, and about performing with artist like Red Allen, Larry Sparks, Claire Lynch, Larry Cordle, the Moody Blues and more. 

To celebrate Punch Brothers' new record, The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers, I'm reposting a fascinating conversation I had with Brittany Haas after she joined the band.This is the first Punch album with Brittany in the line-up so I thought it would be fun to listen back and hear how she joined the band and what her first shows were like.I'd interviewed Gabe Witcher a few days after he played his final shows with Punch Brothers at Telluride and, almost exactly a year later to the day, I spoke with Brittany to chat about joining the band as his replacement. Brittany had just played with Punch Brothers at Telluride, so there was a lovely symmetry to it.At the start I mention the episode I recorded with Brittany and her sister Natalie when they released their duo record Haas.  Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

Text us about this show.It's been three years since The Gentlemen Grifters have been on Into The Music, but it seems that time has served them well. Shaun Swanson (fiddle, vocals) and Mike Goodwin (guitar, vocals) have added Chris LaLonde (mandolin, vocals) and Jake Gilderson-Duwe (bass) to the line up and boy howdy are they making some great music! Their new project, Chest of Lead, is set to drop on August 12 and it's their best batch of songs yet. We discuss the new album, the bonuses they've tossed in, but we focus on four of the brand new songs—one of them a special mix just for this show! These bluegrass boys have never sounded so good, so take a load off and enjoy this show.All songs used with the permission of The Gentlemen Grifters. Just ask 'em."Alice" and "Devil Rides Shotgun (the ITM mix)" performed by The Gentlemen Grifterswritten by Mike Goodwin℗ 2026 The Gentlemen Grifters."Chest of Lead" and "Could Sure Use The Money" performed by The Gentlemen Grifterswritten by Shaun Swanson℗ 2026 The Gentlemen Grifters.Melody Audiology LLCAudiology services for all. Specializing in music industry professionals and hearing conservation.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showVisit Into The Music at https://intothemusicpodcast.com!Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/intothemusic E-mail us at intothemusic@newprojectx.comYouTubeFacebookInstagramINTO THE MUSIC is a production of Project X Productions.Host/producer: Rob MarnochaVoiceovers: Brad BordiniRecording, engineering, and post production: Rob MarnochaOpening theme: "Aerostar" by Los Straitjackets* (℗2013 Yep Roc Records)Closing theme: "Close to Champaign" by Los Straitjackets* (℗1999 Yep Roc Records)*Used with permission of Eddie Angel of Los StraitjacketsThis podcast copyright ©2026 by Project X Productions. All rights reserved....

"Diplomacy isn't just for diplomats." That's according to the bluegrass band, the Henhouse Prowlers. The band has traveled to more than two dozen nations through its non-profit arm, the Bluegrass Ambassadors. The goal is to use the common language of music to promote cross-cultural collaborations, breakdown misconceptions and misunderstandings, and create a more empathetic world. As the band passes through Rochester, they join us on "Connections" to discuss the impact of their work and to play some music. In studio: Ben Wright, banjo and vocals for the Henhouse Prowlers Jon Goldfine, upright bass and vocals for the Henhouse Prowlers Jake Howard, mandolin and vocals for the Henhouse Prowlers Chris Dollar, guitar and vocals for the Henhouse Prowlers ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

What does it mean to carry both grief and joy on the same road home? Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk reflects on a solo drive down Route 66 this summer — and what 19 months of grief have taught her about memory as something we tend, together.Rev. Dr. Nicole Kirk traces a single road trip into a reflection on grief, home, and belonging. Drawing on John Steinbeck's "Mother Road," a poem by Joy Harjo, the history of Tulsa's Council Oak, and stories from members of this congregation, she makes the case that memory isn't something we carry alone — it's something a community holds with us.KEY THEMES:What do we choose to remember — and what do we let go?Can grief and joy travel the same road?What does it mean to "guard" a memory on purpose?How does a community help each other remember?Where is home, if it's a direction and not a place?CHAPTERS:0:00 Introduction and road trip context1:05 Measuring distance between Oklahoma cities2:30 Route 66's 100th anniversary and Tulsa's role3:26 Steinbeck's "Mother Road" from The Grapes of Wrath5:28 Grief, 19 months after her husband's death6:50 Joy Harjo's poem "Remember"9:19 The Council Oak and Muscogee history12:10 A conversation about guarding memories13:35 A memory her son gave back to her15:00 Bluegrass music and collective memory17:07 Closing reflection and blessingSUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: @allsoulsunitarianGIVE A DONATION TO HELP US SPREAD THIS LOVE BEYOND BELIEF: https://www.allsoulschurch.org/GIVE or text AllSoulsTulsa to 73256LET'S CONNECT:Facebook: /allsoulstulsaInstagram: /allsoulstulsaAll Souls Church Website: https://www.allsoulschurch.org

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be counting down their pick of the top 10 Southern Gospel songs for the month of July including music by The Browns, The Binion's,  The Jordan Family Band, John Charles Taggart, Steve Ladd, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/73195367/download.mp3   Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. The Ferguson Family - It Could've Been Me   02. The LeFevre Quartet - Revival   03. Tim Livingston - Forever In Heaven   04. The Whisnant's - It's Only By The Blood   05. The Hyssong's - Cause For Celebration   06. The Browns - Put A Little Love In Your Heart   07. Jonathan Wilburn - Grace Is Sufficient   08. The Down East Boys - Preach Jesus   09. The Binion's - Healing In This House   10. The Collingsworth Family - When He Carries Me Away   11. The Inspirations - Sea Of Forgetfulness   12. Brian Free & Assurance - Behind My Praise   13. The Jordan Family Band - God Is There   14. Our mystery artist of the week -  After Calvary   15. Greater Vision - If These Walls Could Talk   16. Peach Goldman - Expecting A Mountain   17. John Charles Taggart - Don't Forget To Thank The Lord   18. Tim Lovelace - Limousine-Ride Of A Life- Time   19. Southbound - Nothing   20. The Mark Trammell Quartet - Run To The Door   21. The Kingdom Heirs - The Last Big Thing   22. Tribute Quartet - And Then   Outro – Carrol and Donna Roberson – Happy Trails      

There is no one like Larry Sparks. A member of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, he is a large part of the "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" story. As we dive into the history of southwestern Ohio bluegrass, we visited with Larry Sparks at his home in eastern Indiana. Larry Sparks talks growing up in the Miami Valley and vividly recalls the first time he sang in church as youngster. We learn about his time with The Stanley Brothers, about him being asked to join Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys, and what made him strike out on his own to form Larry Sparks & The Lonesome Ramblers. (He also bemoans the retirement of his flip phone.) Enjoy Part 1 of our conversation with Larry Sparks. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

One of the greatest things about roots music in general, and bluegrass specifically, is that it continually brings in new generations of players to the fold. These young artists cut their teeth on the classics of the genre and then, very often, branch out into new directions, pushing the boundaries of the form, and inventing new styles while reinvigorating the overall framework of the music they love. Ettore Buzzini only recently graduated from high school, but you might never guess that from listening to his new album Blue Blue Blue. I chanced upon his performance in my new hometown of Charlotte, NC, which is adjacent to Ettore's home in Mooresville. At the show, I was intrigued with his faithful renditions of traditional bluegrass numbers contrasted with his classical music-leaning originals, coupled with grassy versions of hits by artists like Pharrell Williams and The Beatles. While working on an upcoming episode on the band Scythian this week, I noticed that Ettore was opening for them in Galax, VA this weekend, so I thought, why not have an opening podcast for the opening band, so to speak? Here is the result, a conversation with the banjo phenomenon who is on the Patuxent Records label, which helped bring in established stars like Danny Paisley, Mark Schatz and Michael Cleveland alongside him to play on his forthcoming album Blue Blue Blue. Ettore Buzzini (center) and his band performing at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Charlotte, NC, June 20, 2026. Photo: Daniel Coston From Traditional To Transcendant All At Once - Ettore Buzzini Joe Kendrick Download Songs heard in this episode: “Flowers” by Ettore Buzzini, from Blue Blue Blue“The Birth of Eros” by Ettore Buzzini, performed live at Bela Fleck's Banjo Concert at the Blue Ridge Banjo Camp at Brevard Music Center, Brevard, NC in 2025, excerpt“Dear Old Dixie” by Ettore Buzzini, from Blue Blue Blue Thank you for being here! We encourage you to follow this series wherever you listen to podcasts, and to share it with a friend. We are especially grateful for top ratings and your reviews. You can follow this series on social media: @southstories on Instagram, at Southern Songs and Stories on Facebook, and you can view these episodes and a lot more on my YouTube channel, at the handle JoeKendrickNC. We can also send you newsletters via Substack, where you can read the scripts of these podcasts, and get updates on what we are doing and planning in our quest to explore and celebrate the unfolding history and culture of music rooted in the American South, and going beyond to the styles and artists that it inspired and informed. This is Southern Songs and Stories, where our quest is to explore and celebrate the unfolding history and culture of music rooted in the American South, and going beyond to the styles and artists that it inspired and informed. - Joe Kendrick

This week we feature fiddler Craig Duncan.  We talk with Craig about his many instructional books and his recordings covering a variety of genres of fiddle music.  We will also talk about the performance work that he does in Nashville, his approach to teaching fiddle and some of the now famous fiddle students that he has taught over the years.

[REBROADCAST FROM October 20, 2025] Both Steve Martin and Alison Brown share a love of the banjo. Videos of the two playing together have gone viral online, and Martin's banjo videos during the pandemic were particularly comforting to many. Brown and Martin talk about their album, Safe Sensible and Sane, and perform live in the studio. Album art courtesy of the musicians Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest this week is Jerry Douglas and we're celebrating the reissue of Boone Creek's first album.Boone Creek has a fascinating story behind it, which we covered in last week's interview with Scott Billington, who put together the reissue for Craft Recordings.In this episode I chat with Jerry about the place Boone Creek had in his career, his memories of the original sessions and what the band were trying to achieve, what it was like to hear the lost tracks for the first time in 50 years and how playing in Boone Creek helped shape the musician he is today.As always, Jerry was warm, funny, generous and full of fascinating insights. It's always a treat when I get to chat with him.You can buy Boone Creek from Craft Recordings on vinyl, CD or digital downloadFollow Craft on Instagram or Facebook to keep up to date with new reissues of classic roots music. Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records from Jack White, The Rolling Stones, Brother Wallace & Jalen Ngonda.All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

This week on The Gospel Jubilee Chip & Denny will be playing music by The Taylors, Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call, The Ball Brothers, The Sound, The Cathedrals, The Paynes, The Jay Stone Singers, and their mystery artist of the week.   Here are all of the ways you can listen to the Gospel Jubilee On your Echo device say, Alexa, play the Gospel Jubilee on Apple podcast. For a direct download go to: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/73076045/download.mp3   Ocean Waves Radio ... every Wednesday at 5:00 PM Eastern time., www.OceanWavesRadio.com   Thursday afternoons at 4:00 PM and Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM  EST on Southern Branch Bluegrass Radio, www.sbbradio.org   Playlist:   Artists |Song Title   01. Gold City - Stepping out, stepping in   02. The Taylors, Peace, love, joy   03. The Erwins - Taste and see   04. The Batchelor Family - I'm building an ark   05. Debra Perry & Jaidyns Call - Caught up   06. The Kingsmen - I will   07. 11th Hour - Yes & amen   08. Karen Peck & New River - All about yes   09. Zane & Donna King - From the basement to the altar   10. The Ball Brothers - Mercy tree   11. Joseph Habedank - Why me   12. The Nelons - Come morning   13. The Crabb Family - Through the fire   14. The Sound - City of joy   15. Our mystery artist of the week - Anthem Song 98   16. Scotty Inman - Trade places   17. The Cathedrals - Songs we used to sing   18. Mark Bishop - Living on the wrong planet   19. The Collingsworth Family ( Feat. Olivia Collingsworth) - Two or three   20. Tim Livingston - Walk the same road   21. The Paynes - Jailhouse rock   22. The Jay Stone Singers - Faith starts walking   23. Gerald Crabb - When it's my time   24. The Gaither Vocal Band - Oh, what a time  

This special LIVE REMOTE BROADCAST of CASCADE OF HISTORY originated from a community bluegrass jam inside the historic Mikkelsen Barn in Walla Walla County near Waitsburg, Washington. Along with a lot of live music, interview guests include HERITAGE BARN HERO Kristin Darrow, who restored the circa 1920 barn and an adjoining grain elevator with support from the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation's Heritage Barn Grant Program, which is administered by the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation; and Touchet Valley Acoustic Music Project (TVAMP) founder Kate Hockersmith, a longtime Waitsburg resident (and musician) who began organizing community bluegrass performances many years ago. More than a dozen members of the regular bluegrass jam took part in the live performance, and most of are introduced during the program. Special thanks to Kristin Darrow and Kate Hockersmith for the warm welcome and for allowing us to share this magical community event with CASCADE OF HISTORY listeners; to CASCADE OF HISTORY Field Producer & Roving Correspondent Ken Zick for his invaluable assistance throughout the broadcast; and to Mitch Etter of SPACE 101.1 FM for running the board back at the station (a live remote broadcast from a rural Palouse wheat farm meant a few glitches along the way). The deadline to apply for the next round of Heritage Barn Grants is Autumn 2027. Link for more information: https://dahp.wa.gov/historic-registers/heritage-barn-register/heritage-barn-grants Links to more information as well as images related to most topics discussed on the show are often available at the CASCADE OF HISTORY Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/cascadeofhistory This live remote broadcast was presented from 7:00 to 9:00pm Pacific Time on Friday, July 17, 2026. CASCADE OF HISTORY is broadcast LIVE most Sunday nights at 8pm Pacific Time via flagship station SPACE 101.1 FM in Seattle and gallantly streams everywhere via www.space101fm.org. The radio station broadcasts from studios at historic Magnuson Park – located in the former Master-at-Arms' quarters in the old Sand Point Naval Air Station - on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle. Subscribe to the CASCADE OF HISTORY podcast via most podcast platforms and never miss regular weekly episodes of Sunday night broadcasts as well as frequent bonus episodes. "LIKE" the Cascade of History Facebook page and get updates and other stories throughout the week, and advance notice of live remote broadcasts taking place in your part of the Old Oregon Country.

"Lethal and sublethal effects of novaluron, a novel insect growth regulator, on annual bluegrass weevil, Listronotus maculicollis Kirby, lifestages in turfgrass" with Benjamin A McGraw. Today we'll be talking to Dr. Benjamin McGraw. Annual bluegrass weevil or ABW is a pest that preys on golf course turf. Novaluron is a new pesticide that may be able to help control ABW, but how does it work and at which life stages is it most effective? In this episode, Benjamin joins me to discuss his work studying novaluron. If you would like more information about this topic, this episode's paper is available here: https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.70042 This paper is always freely available. Contact us at podcast@sciencesocieties.org or on Twitter @FieldLabEarth if you have comments, questions, or suggestions for show topics, and if you want more content like this don't forget to subscribe. If you'd like to see old episodes or sign up for our newsletter, you can do so here: https://fieldlabearth.libsyn.com/. If you would like to reach out to Ben, you can find him here: bam53@psu.edu Resources Penn State Turf: https://plantscience.psu.edu/research/centers/turf Penn State Turf X: https://x.com/psuplantscience Penn State Turf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psuplantscience/ CEU Quiz: https://web.sciencesocieties.org/Learning-Center/Courses/Course-Detail?productid=%7bBFDA7038-5981-F111-AB0E-70A8A59D1B85%7d  Transcripts: Coming soon Field, Lab, Earth is Copyrighted by the American Society of Agronomy, Crop Science Society of America, and Soil Science Society of America.

In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright sit down with Nathan Chase Plummer and Zaid Plummer to explore the story behind Guardian Mansion — a bold cross-country move, a historic restoration, and a shared vision rooted in partnership, creativity, and purpose.Together, they reflect on how a simple dream of restoring historic spaces evolved into a life-changing journey. Nate and Zaid share how they discovered the Kentucky property, what it felt like stepping into the mansion for the first time, and how the process of renovation mirrors deeper themes of identity, resilience, and co-creation. This episode dives into the emotional realities behind chasing big dreams — the hard days, the unexpected beauty, and the profound connection that comes from building something meaningful together.Timestamps:[00:00:18] Introducing Nate and Zaid Plummer and the story of Guardian Mansion[00:01:05] Early dreams of restoration and historic properties[00:05:17] First conversations about buying and restoring old buildings[00:09:51] Working through challenges together and trusting the vision[00:12:54] Discovering historic architecture styles and the “Second Empire” home[00:15:54] Traveling to Kentucky and arriving at the Bluegrass region[00:17:43] Turning into the driveway — the first emotional moment seeing the mansion[00:26:40] The deeper meaning behind restoring a historic space[00:38:15] Creative vision, storytelling, and preserving history[00:52:20] The realities of renovation and learning as you go[01:04:30] What Guardian Mansion represents todayNoteable Quotes:“I would love to buy it and renovate it and restore it.” – Nate Plummer [05:17]“The houses we were drawn to were the antebellums or the Greek revivals — like this house, a second empire.” – Nate Plummer [12:54]“Sometimes we have really hard days. But, we work.” – Zaid Plummer [10:08]“We flew into Lexington airport where my family for years had lived and done the horse business.” – Nate Plummer [16:03]“A dream together...” – Zaid Plummer [01:14:43]Relevant links:Follow the adventure here: Guardian Mansion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guardianmansion/https://www.tiktok.com/@guardianmansionGuardian Mansion YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuardianMansionAlso, listen to Nate's story;  coming out at 30, business & authorship, meeting Zaid — the big wedding, and manifestation of the Guardian: here! Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions

This week we feature clawgrass banjo player Mark Johnson who was one of this year's inductees to the American Banjo Museum Hall of Fame. Mark talks to us about his clawgrass style of banjo, his relationship with Tony Rice and the Rice Brothers, winning the Steve Martin Banjo Prize and his work with Emory Lester.

Andrea Canning sits down with Blayne Alexander to discuss her episode “The Bluegrass Mystery.” In October 2019, Glenn Jackson reported his wife, Ella, missing. The next day, her adult son, Phillip, did the same. After interviewing Glenn, Phillip, and Ella's ex-husband and close friend, Jason Hans, investigators focused on Glenn, based on his odd behavior and Ella's own words. Test results confirmed their thinking, and police arrested Glenn. But just before trial, a discovery changed everything. Blayne shares an exclusive clip with one of Ella's friends, who remembers her as a devoted mother to her young son, Alex. Blayne and Andrea also discuss the surprising and touching outcome for Alex after his mother's death. Plus, we answer your questions from social media. Have a question for Talking Dateline? DM us @DatelineNBC or leave a voicemail at (212) 413-5252. Your question could be featured in an upcoming episode. Listen to the full episode of “The Bluegrass Mystery”: https://swap.fm/l/thebluegrassmystery If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org Learn more about the unsolved case of Irina Hans: https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/video/the-unsolved-shooting-of-irina-hans-266495045534 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The One With Mutton Chops And An Aggressively Flirtatious Acoustic Guitar Serenade At The Dog Park! AKA The Bluegrass Mystery!   Official Description from NBCU: The disappearance of a loving Kentucky mom leads police to question the three men closest to her; for the first time the lead investigator speaks out about the case. Blayne Alexander reports.   If you have information on Irina Hans' murder, call The Prince George County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.   Want more of K and K! Check them out on: Pink Shade! Live, Laugh, Larceny! Crime Seen!   Check out our merch at https://adatewithdateline.dashery.com/! We donate all of our proceeds to a different charity every month, including those benefiting human rights, LGBTQIA support, solving cold cases, homeless and shelter animals, domestic violence survivors, disaster relief, cancer research, and more.      Check out our Patreon or Supercast and get instant access to over 80 bonus full length true crime episodes, our monthly livestreams, ad free episodes, Karen Read All About It episodes, and MORE! patreon.com/datedateline datedateline.supercast.com Or gift a Patreon subscription to a friend! https://www.patreon.com/datedateline/gift Kimberly's Etsy Shop: www.etsy.com/shop/StitchesBeKrazy   Shopping with our sponsors is an easy way to support our show!   Right now, save 25% on your first order at zazzle.com. Go make something Zamazing. You're not buying a gift. You're making one with Zazzle!   Make your summer wardrobe feel easier with Quince. Go to quince.com/DATEDATELINE for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too!   It's time to get your own personal stylist with DailyLook. Head to DailyLook.com to take your style quiz and use code DATEDATELINE for 50% off your first order.   Clean up this summer with Homeaglow! Go to https://homeaglow.com/DatelineSummer to get your first 3 hours of cleaning for only $19. Thanks so much to Homeaglow for sponsoring this episode!    Snack smarter with IQBar! Right now, IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners twenty percent off all IQBAR products—including the Ultimate sampler pack—plus FREE shipping. To get your twenty percent off, text DATELINE to sixty-four thousand. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details.   To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com   Or go to:  https://advertising.libsyn.com/ADatewithDateline

My guest this week is Scott Billington.Scott is a Grammy winning record producer, an author, a record company exec and a musician. But what we're chatting about in this episode is a fascinating story about a pivotal string band album and it's journey to being reissued with extra tracks that went missing for decades.The record in question is Boone Creek's debut album Boone Creek, from the band Jerry Douglas and Ricky Skaggs formed after they left J.D. Crowe and the New South.Scott talks about how the album was recorded and how, at the time, Rounder felt it was too progressive, and asked the band to go back into the studio and record some additional tracks. After the album was released, the original tapes went missing and Rounder were keen not to reissue it on CD or streaming services until they'd been found. As a result, the record disappeared from circulation for years.We talk about how the tapes were finally unearthed, what state they were in, the process used to retrieve what was on them and how Boone Creek was finally reissued by Craft Recordings.We also chat about Scott's long career with Rounder Records and his current role with Craft Recordings, working on several key projects, including the Doc Watson A Life's Work box set. This was a fascinating conversation about a fascinating project, as well as Scott's long association with outstanding American roots music.Next week's episode will feature an interview with Jerry Douglas about Boone Creek, his memories of that band and what it was like hearing the reissued tracks everyone thought had been lost for good.You can buy Boone Creek from Craft Recordings on vinyl, CD or digital downloadFollow Craft on Instagram or Facebook to keep up to date with new reissues of classic roots music.For more info on Scott, including links to buy his book Making Tracks: A Record Producer's Southern Roots Music Journey, check out www.scottbillington.comMatt Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

The disappearance of a loving mom and wife leads police to question the three men closest to her. Blayne Alexander reports.   Blayne Alexander and Andrea Canning go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in 'Talking Dateline': https://swap.fm/l/talkingdatelinethebluegrassmystery Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this second episode of our "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" season of Walls of Time, we pick back up with Fred Bartenstein at his home in Yellow Springs, OH. Fred was about to share "the quintessential Carlton Haney story" (trust us, you have to hear it!). Fred also discusses working in New York City with the Greenbriar Boys and the time he spent in the Big Apple with Joe & Lily Isaacs. He also shares fascinating stories about his publications on Joe Wilson and Uncle Josh Graves. Fred's "bluegrass spotlights" analysis of the genre will change the way you view our musical genre, and of course, we chat more about "Industrial Strength Bluegrass." Enjoy Part 2 of our conversation with Fred Bartenstein, who truly is a "bluegrass guru.". This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

On this week's show, we spend quality time with new records by Low Cut Connie & River Shook, spin fresh tracks from Billy Strings, U2 & Phoebe Bridgers, and celebrate 25 years of The White Stripes' White Blood Cells. All this & much, much less!Debts No Honest Man Can Pay is a curated collection of musical eclectica & other noodle stories. The show started in 2003 at WHFR-FM (Dearborn, MI), moved to WGWG-FM (Boiling Springs, NC) in 2006 & Plaza Midwood Community Radio (Charlotte, NC) in 2012, with a brief pit-stop at WLFM-FM (Appleton, WI) in 2004.

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 & Blue Summit who represent the healthy and vibrant future of Bluegrass Music. In addition, Nick spends some extra time chatting with Peter as he shares stories from his nearly sixty years in the business and on the road.   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/etown-hall/all-events/ Your support helps us bring concerts, tapings and conversations to audiences while fostering connection through music, ideas and community. If you'd like to support eTown's mission to educate, entertain and inspire a diverse audience through music and conversation, please consider a donation: https://www.etown.org/get-involved/donate-orig/.

In this inaugural episode of our "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" season of Walls of Time, we sit down with Fred Bartenstein at his home in Yellow Springs, OH. Fred is one of the editors of the book Industrial Strength Bluegrass: Southwestern Ohio's Musical Legacy for University of Illinois Press, so he had to be our first guest this season. We start off our conversation, by learning what exactly is "industrial strength bluegrass", where did the title originate, and why does it refer to bluegrass music connected to the Dayton/Cincinnati region. Fred truly is a "bluegrass guru." His multi-faceted career in this music began as a teenager. For six decades, he has worn many hats, including guitar player, radio broadcaster, newspaper editor, scholar, festival emcee, author, educator, and more. His work in bluegrass began in a big way as a young man, becoming the right hand man for Carlton Haney, known as the "P.T. Barnum of Bluegrass Music", and he tells us all about it! (Yes -- I ask about Pythagoras.) Enjoy Part 1 of our conversation with Fred Bartenstein. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: -- Greene County Public Library: greenelibrary.info -- Samson's Haircare: samsonshaircare.com (Use code BLUEGRASS to save 10%.) 

Season 4 is almost here! Catch this exclusive sneak peek of our first "themed" season of Walls of Time: Bluegrass Podcast. We will be diving deep into the stories of "industrial strength bluegrass", learning more about southwestern Ohio's impact on bluegrass history. This special season of Walls of Time is brought to you by the Greene County Public Libraries of Greene County, OH. Learn more at greenelibrary.info

Welcome to the Bluegrass Briefing for July 2026, your monthly look at what's going on in the world of bluegrass and beyond.Here are the links to stuff mentioned in this episode.News and Announcements (Church Street News)McCoury & Douglas Family Pickin PartyBéla Fleck's My Bluegrass Heart tourReleases (The Grass is New)Natalie & Brittany Haas - North NodeNoaBass - Late BloomerVoices: A Folk OperaScroll on BuddyPunch Brothers - Found in a Frozen FogOther bitsFull list of interviewsCollings GuitarsHappy picking.Matt Support the show===Thanks to Bryan Sutton for his wonderful theme tune to Bluegrass Jam Along (and to Justin Moses for playing the fiddle!)Bluegrass Jam Along is proud to be sponsored by Collings Guitars and Mandolins and Token premium guitar picks- Sign up to get updates on new episodes - Free fiddle tune chord sheets- Here's a list of all the Bluegrass Jam Along interviews- Follow Bluegrass Jam Along for regular updates:InstagramFacebook- Review us on Apple Podcasts

On January 26th, 1977, twenty-four year old Melanie Flynn walked out from her Lexington, Kentucky job, climbed into her red, Ford Elite and drove off into the unknown.  She has never been seen again.  Immediately in the aftermath of her disappearance her father, former state senator Bobby Flynn, reached out a friend and police officer for help.  He didn't expect the response he received.The Police weren't all that interested or concerned.  They brushed aside the family's worries and assured them that Melanie had likely gone off with friends and would come back sometime soon.  It wasn't until ten days later, when the missing woman's car was found, that a detective was finally assigned to the case.  The initial investigation was described as poorly conducted and carried out by detectives who seemed indifferent to the plight of the Flynn's.  When they received tips that the missing woman was seen in Florida they took that statements at face value and announced the case was closed.It remained that way until a cop, the very one Bobby had reached out to, sat for a controversial interview where he blasted the victim, called her a slew of insults and then issued his belief that she'd run off on her own and didn't need to be found.  This interview would unlock a door that revealed the dark indications of a grander conspiracy in which Melanie may have found herself caught.Part 2 will be releasing Friday, June 5th, 2026.FollowTEPod.comFollow Trace Evidence on Social MediaTwitter --- Instagram --- TikTok --- YouTube --- Like Facebook Page --- Join Facebook Group --- Threads --- Like MeWe Page --- Join MeWe Group --- BlueskySuppport Trace EvidencePatreon --- Paypal --- Cash App --- Buy Me A CoffeeTrace Evidence Merch ShopsTeePublic --- ShopTEPod --- SpreadshopAll Other LinksOfficial Trace Evidence Website --- LinkTreeMusic Courtesy of:"Lost Time"  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Chasing Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Galactic Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#truecrimepodcast #unsolvedmysteries #coldcase #coldcaseinvestigation #murder #murdermystery #missingperson #missingpersons #truecrimecommunity #mysterypodcast #truecrime #coldcasefiles #truecrimestories #crimelovers #truecrimeaddict #truecrimejunkie #crimescene #justiceforall #missing #crimesquad #podcastcommunity #sleuthsunite #darkhistories #criminalmindset #detective #detectivediaries #forensics #forensicfiles #crimestories #crimepodcast #traceevidence #traceevidencepodcast #criminalinvestigation #justiceforvictims #detectivework #truecrimediscussion #podcastfamily #listenandsolve #crimefans #listentotraceevidence #uncoverthetruth #podcastrecommendations #podcastlove #podcastlife #truecrimeobsessed #followtheclues #cluefinders #podcastaddict #unsolvedmurders #unsolveddisappearances #detectiveatheart #jointheinvestigation #disappearance #vanishing #abduction #gonemissing #upandvanished #pacheco #stevenpacheco #podcasting #crimetalk #crimeanalysis #theories #melanieflynn #bobbyflynn #dougflynn #billcanan #henryvance #drewthornton #cocainebear #cocaine #trafficking #escobar #medellin #lexington #kentucky #kentuckyunsolvedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trace-evidence--3207798/support.

In part 2 we examine the greater conspiracy surrounding the Vanishing of Melanie Flynn.  Lexington Police Officer Bill Canan, who claimed to be using Melanie as a confidential informant for his undercover work in the drug scene is fired from his job for a multitude of reasons related to insubordination.  Canan denies any involvement in Melanie's disappearance or in any illegal activities.  However, his partner, Drew Thornton, dies while flying a plane carrying two hundred pounds of cocaine into the United States from Columbia.In the early 1990's, former reporter Sally Denton releases a book entitled “The Bluegrass Conspiracy.” The book goes on to expose a massive drug and arm trafficking operation being carried out between South America and the US with local police as well as several federal agents working hand-in-hand with Pablo Escobar's Medellin cartel.  In addition to trafficking, there are cases of witness intimidation, theft, assault and even murder.  Canan is eventually arrested, charged and convicted of cocaine trafficking.  During his trial, several witnesses claim he was directly responsible for Melanie's disappearance and murder.FollowTEPod.comFollow Trace Evidence on Social MediaTwitter --- Instagram --- TikTok --- YouTube --- Like Facebook Page --- Join Facebook Group --- Threads --- Like MeWe Page --- Join MeWe Group --- BlueskySuppport Trace EvidencePatreon --- Paypal --- Cash App --- Buy Me A CoffeeTrace Evidence Merch ShopsTeePublic --- ShopTEPod --- SpreadshopAll Other LinksOfficial Trace Evidence Website --- LinkTreeMusic Courtesy of:"Lost Time"  Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Chasing Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/"Galactic Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#truecrimepodcast #unsolvedmysteries #coldcase #coldcaseinvestigation #murder #murdermystery #missingperson #missingpersons #truecrimecommunity #mysterypodcast #truecrime #coldcasefiles #truecrimestories #crimelovers #truecrimeaddict #truecrimejunkie #crimescene #justiceforall #missing #crimesquad #podcastcommunity #sleuthsunite #darkhistories #criminalmindset #detective #detectivediaries #forensics #forensicfiles #crimestories #crimepodcast #traceevidence #traceevidencepodcast #criminalinvestigation #justiceforvictims #detectivework #truecrimediscussion #podcastfamily #listenandsolve #crimefans #listentotraceevidence #uncoverthetruth #podcastrecommendations #podcastlove #podcastlife #truecrimeobsessed #followtheclues #cluefinders #podcastaddict #unsolvedmurders #unsolveddisappearances #detectiveatheart #jointheinvestigation #disappearance #vanishing #abduction #gonemissing #upandvanished #pacheco #stevenpacheco #podcasting #crimetalk #crimeanalysis #theories #melanieflynn #bobbyflynn #dougflynn #billcanan #henryvance #drewthornton #cocainebear #cocaine #trafficking #escobar #medellin #lexington #kentucky #kentuckyunsolvedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trace-evidence--3207798/support.