Podcasts about Soundcheck

Slovakia's labour market is entering a period of profound change. An ageing population, labour shortages, migration, new technologies and artificial intelligence are reshaping the way we work, while the country's traditional economic model is coming under increasing pressure. In this interview, Monika Uhlerová, President of the Confederation of Trade Unions of the Slovak Republic, discusses some of the biggest challenges facing Slovakia's workforce — from demographic change and the future of pensions to skills, labour migration and the changing expectations of younger workers. She also explores how workplaces, employers and social-security systems will need to adapt to a rapidly evolving world of work. In the latest episode of Slovak Sound Check, we cool down with one of summer's greatest pleasures: ice cream! Learn useful Slovak phrases for ordering at an ice-cream shop, from choosing a cone or a cup to asking for scoops and your favourite flavours.

The London band Public Service Broadcasting makes music out of history: the space race, the UK mining industry, and now, the final flight of Amelia Earhart, have all been turned into albums. Public Service Broadcasting plays live. Then, hear Em Spel, the folk-rock singer from Chicago, also known as Emma Hospelhorn, a classical flutist who is a member of Chicago's experimental chamber music collective Ensemble Dal Niente. When she steps into the universe of her solo project, Em Spel, she writes and sings surreal, beguiling songs that fall somewhere in between dream pop, art rock, and folk music. Em Spel also plays live for this best of Soundcheck.  Public Service Broadcasting set list: 1. Electra 2. Arabian Flight. 3. Go! Em Spel set list: 1. The Poet 2. Sea Wall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The third edition of our summer series HerStories from the Capital: Remarkable Women of Bratislava shines a light on three extraordinary women whose lives were shaped by courage, creativity and a deep connection to Bratislava. Together with Bratislava tour guides Ľubomíra Černáková and Katarína Blšták Čatlošová, we meet Hana Gregorová, one of Slovakia's earliest and most outspoken advocates of women's rights and education; Alžbeta Güntherová-Mayerová, a pioneering art historian who helped preserve Slovakia's cultural heritage; and Beatrix “Trixi” Čelková, an anti-fascist resistance fighter whose courageous work in Bratislava contributed to the Allied bombing of the Apollo refinery during the Second World War. In the latest colourful episode of Slovak Sound Check, we explore the names of common colours and learn how to describe different shades.

Sometimes music takes us back or far into the future. Other times, time and travel are at the very core of the music we listen to. On this edition of Soundcheck, the (mostly) Havana-based band Orquesta Akokán takes us on a musical time travel through the classic Cuban dance sounds of the mid-20th century, live from our studio. After a substantial dose of mambo, cha-cha-chá, rumba, salsa, and more, Dallas-born and now New York-based singer-songwriter Hannah Jadagu studies the themes of time and travel in her dreamy alt-pop songs, which contain layered vocals that are as light as air.  Orquesta Akokán's Setlist: 1.Con Licencia 2.Pan con Tibiri 3.Caracoles 4.Suave Suave Hannah Jadagu's Setlist: 1.Give Me Time 2.Normal Today 3.My Love Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andreas Müller oder Torsten Groß nehmen mit ihren Gästen jede Woche vier brandneue Alben unter die Lupe – mit Hintergründen, persönlichen Eindrücken und Empfehlungen. Soundcheck - für alle, die Musik auch verstehen wollen.

Dominican-Italian singer-songwriter YEИDRY has been around for over a decade, and in the span of her rich music career that's lived many lives, she compiled highly personal songs, some of which would eventually end up on her debut album coming out this Fall. She called it “Como Agua”, which translates to “Like Water”, aptly summarizing not only YEИDRY's way of making music, but also her way of life. In the process, she learned to go with the flow, taking her notebook filled with scribbled lyrics into the studio each day and getting comfortable with the cathartic moments of translating her experiences into music. Twice an immigrant with loved ones living all over the world, she hasn't quite figured out where home is yet; she has found a sanctuary in her art instead.  Having already sustained through many years of her “expensive” music career, YEИDRY likens herself to the mythological character of Icarus, flying too close to the sun. “I'm going to fall at some point if I keep wanting more,” she says, but all that fear disappears as soon as she starts singing her delicate melodies for this edition of Soundcheck. - Sırma Munyar Setlist: 1.Amapolas 2.Mala Mia 3.Espejo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how watermelon might be good for reducing blood pressure, Travis Kelce’s thoughts on his and Taylor Swift’s wedding, and the complaints about the new Buffalo Bills stadium.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a potential sequel to the John Hughes film, The Breakfast Club, a new memoir regarding the members of Tears for Fears, and the four things to avoid in the evening to lower the risk of a stroke.

Plum Day comes but once a year, and as it turned out this year it was on Tuesday 4th."But what is Plum Day" I hear you cry, well that is the day that Ant and I settle ourselves in the garden at Hogarth Towers, pick the ripened plums off the tree, and generally talk bollocks.It started a couple of years ago, post a Cropredy performance with Trevor, and has now become a bit of a thing. And this year's crop are juicy, and sweet, but we had to get in quick because they have also peaked a little early. Premature you might say.Anyway it gave us a chance to pick over the bones of Pompeii (assuming that isn't too inappropriate as a phrase) and record a couple of episodes of TCD in person.First up is Soundcheck, the Choir and Andy G...h xTCD Merch StoreBecome Purple and support the showThe Invisible Man Volume 1: 1991-1997The Invisible Man Volume2: 1998-2014FacebookInstagramWebsite

Grammy-nominated jazz and R&B ensemble, Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science, are back with their sophomore album, Trip the Night Fantastic, after a seven-year-long break. In line with their debut record, Waiting Game, the group has a new batch of songs dealing with a wide range of social justice issues, voiced in melodies and spoken words. “Once you open your eyes to any social issue, so many others go hand in hand, because they overlap. There are all these intersections, so I can't really do anything without thinking about gender justice or even racial justice, because those are two huge parts of my identity,” says the bandleader Terri Lyne Carrington, whose day job as the founder and artistic director of Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice undoubtedly highlights the source material for the album. But, at the end of the day, Trip the Night Fantastic is a communal effort, with each member sparking the flame for a new creation which then becomes enriched with the input of guest artists such as Arooj Aftab, Brandee Younger, and Tarriona ‘Tank' Ball. And though those artists are missing from this Soundcheck session, most of the Social Science band is present, with Terri Lyne Carrington on drums, Matthew Stevens on guitar, Morgan Guerin on bass, joined by guest vocalists Christie Dashiell and Ian Michael, who also plays our piano. - Sırma Munyar (Photo of Terri Lyne Carrington by Meredith Truax) Setlist: 1.Autonomy Song 2.Children's Song 3.Solidarity Song Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

According to the European Innovation Scoreboard 2025, Slovakia's innovation performance stands at just 62.6% of the EU average. The challenge is often not a lack of ideas, but getting them to customers, investors and international markets. New incubator Halif Hatch aims to help bridge that gap by connecting startups and emerging talent with real market opportunities. Launching in Bratislava, the project is owned by UAE-based Tahaluf and led in Slovakia by Swiss company Innixus. We spoke with CEO Simon Reiniche, Head of Operations Alexandra Procházková and Head of Marketing Barbora Cisáriková about why Bratislava, and why now. In the latest episode of Slovak Sound Check, we expand our Slovak fruit vocabulary beyond the market basics.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including new sewing classes for teenagers, a bag of urine being passed around during Lollapalooza, and the unfortunate closing of Hackney’s on Lake in Glenview after more than 70 years.

Welcome to the WASABI edition of Soundcheck! No, not the spicy green paste that comes with your sushi order. We're talking about the collaborative project formed by the London-born indie rock band Art Brut and their New York counterpart, We Are Scientists, known as We Are Scientists Art Brut International. Though they released a collaborative record in 2019, each band visited our studios at separate moments in time. But how could we not combine their sessions into one when they all spoke so fondly of each other? Join us, as we revisit their recent live performances and interviews with our host, John Schaefer. We Are Scientists' Setlist: 1. Please Don't Say It 2. Dead Letters 3. What You Want Is Gone Art Brut's Setlist: 1. Formed a Band 2. Emily Kane Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a new musical based on the works of rock group Heart, the IHSA expanding High School football playoffs by 50%, and Mary sounds her opinion on how schools invite students back from summer earlier and earlier each year.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the University of Akron’s “Offensive Coordinator of the Game” promo, a Florida steakhouse introduces a nude 5-course dinner every first Monday of the month, and Shania Twain’s pre- and post-show rituals.

Brooklyn-based guitarist and composer Yasser Tejada & the group Palotré combine African-rooted Dominican traditional folk styles and fuse them with R&B, church gospel, funk, jazz, and rock into a celebration of Afro-Dominican culture. On this edition of Soundcheck from 2019, they play some songs from their record, Kijombo, in-studio.  Watch the video of the session here.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the relaunch of the social media platform MySpace, Shania Twain discusses a potential biopic, and the birth of a new royal.

The late South African pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim (aka "Dollar Brand") had a notable career, helped early on by Duke Ellington, and  acknowledged later by Nelson Mandela, who called Ibrahim “our Mozart.” In 2019, Abdullah Ibrahim became a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, and he released an album titled The Balance, (which was his 70th or 71st LP, and that's not including his work as a sideman, which might push the total album credits to over 100!). The Balance is full of "lush horn lines, lilting melodies, and uplifting chord progressions, characteristic of Abdullah's own particular brand of Township Jazz," and on this episode of Soundcheck, which was recorded in August 2019, Abdullah Ibrahim performs some solo piano works, in-studio.  Setlist: 1.Dreamtime 2.Nisa 3.The Balance Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the Jesse White Tumblers moving on in America’s Got Talent, Bob and Kevin rejoice over the next ‘Moment in Heat-story,” and Kevin asks, “what’s with” the placement of display toilets in hardware stores?

On this episode of Soundcheck, a great band bids farewell after a monumental career that lasted more than a quarter of a century. American avant-garde group The Bad Plus spent long years fusing instrumental jazz with rock music, with each member playing their seemingly traditional instruments to their fullest extent in unexpected ways. They perform some tunes from their final record, “Complex Emotions” and reflect on their creative journey. Also, Ethiopia-born, California-based singer Meklit joins us with live renditions of some songs from her album, “A Piece of Infinity,” singing in her native tongue of Amharic and taking inspiration from the Golden Age of Ethiopian pop music. Meklit's Setlist: 1. Ambassel 2. Tizita The Bad Plus' Setlist: 1. Casa Ben 2. Carrier   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Patti Smith’s meeting with Pope Leo XIV, Macaulay Culkin stating that he’s in the early stages of a new Home Alone sequel, and Collin, doing his best to fill Mary’s shoes, asks, “what’s with” restaurants’ online menus.

After almost a decade-long wait, the Grammy-nominated alt-country artist Tift Merritt returns with her new record Sugar, in which she sings, “I didn't really want to be here tonight / I don't need you looking at me / I don't like the light bright.” Is a romantic love story the inspiration behind these words? Or is it the music industry itself, which is, as Merritt puts it, the ultimate “bad boyfriend”. “This was a little song that was negotiating how I could come back and stay grounded in my own world that I've built off-stage,” she explains. And that world recently got a lot bigger. Merritt, alongside her partners, restored a historic boutique hotel in Raleigh, North Carolina, now called, The Gables. “I wanted to build a place where I wanted to hang out,” she says, as she expresses her hope that her neighborhood will feel the same way. For a songwriter who feeds on every day singing at the kitchen table and the strange but lovable characters of the South, a communal space may just become the breeding ground for new stories to tell through music.  Until those songs come to light, we have an entire album to keep us company, and Merritt's solo performance for this episode of Soundcheck is just the primer we needed. (- Sırma Munyar) Setlist: 1. Everyday Singing 2. Sugar 3. Finest Feelings Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the sequel series of Clueless coming to Paramount+, a Shohei Ohtani trading card that sold for $11 million, and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new cooking show.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Kevin’s most recent Moment in Heat-story, the country music stars that oppose AI data centers, and a story of a man in Montana who walked 10 miles down a mountain after impaling himself on his hiking stick.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how LeBron James might be commuting from New York City to Philadelphia via helicopter for his games, the issues when it comes to seeing The Odyssey the “proper” way, and a story of a man in New Zealand who defecated on the ground during […]

Chamber pop duo Gracie and Rachel, formed by keyboardist Gracie Coates and violinist Rachel Ruggles, spent many years playing music together, living together, and even growing up together during their high school years. But when time came to work on their new album, they couldn't write in the same room. Instead, they each turned their attention inward, reflecting on their emotions separately. The result was two batches of songs that undeniably belonged together, in their fourth record titled If We Could, Would We. Gracie and Rachel bring their confessional lyrics, ethereal vocals, dreamy soundscapes drenched in strings, guitars, and synths, back to our studio: this time with Asher Kurtz on guitar and Connor Parks on drums, for this edition of Soundcheck. (- Sırma Munyar) Setlist: 1. Leaving Home Is Going Home 2. Green Light 3. Caroline 4. Myself Again Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the second episode of our summer series HerStories from the Capital: Remarkable Women of Bratislava, Bratislava tour guides Ľubomíra Černáková and Katarína Blšták Čatlošová introduce three more extraordinary women whose lives were closely connected with the Slovak capital. We meet Princess Stéphanie of Belgium, the last owner of the Rusovce Manor House, pioneering photographer and anti-fascist Irena Blühová, who studied at the legendary Bauhaus in Dessau, and celebrated Slovak writer Margita Figuli. In the 50th episode of Slovak Sound Check, Veronika is joined by Lubna and Seán to reflect on their Slovak-learning journey and look back at episodes 41 to 49, revisiting topics from adjectives and summer plans to useful vocabulary and grammar tips.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a hotdog birthday cake being made by Oscar Mayer, a man in Italy who was sentenced to the highest prison for running a Roman theater scam, and the popcorn bucket trend has gotten too expensive.

Latin music culture has produced countless artists who amplify decades of traditions and stories through their unique point of view. Two of those artists are Julieta Venegas and Marilina Bertoldi, who have both earned numerous Latin Grammy nominations in recent years. Singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas, who collaborated with superstar Bad Bunny on “Lo Siento BB:/,” is a multi-instrumentalist whose artistry encapsulates pop, rock, and regional Mexican music. And Argentine rock 'n' roll icon Marilina Bertoldi's creativity contains multitudes, as her retro electric guitar solos pierce through a wall of glitchy and sampled sounds. As you listen to both artists' performances from our studios, you'll be transported to a small seaside town in the summer in one moment, and a sweaty nightclub in the next. Julieta Venegas's Setlist: 1. La Línea 2. Tiempos Dorados 3. Oleada  Marilina Bertoldi's Setlist: 1. Pucho 2. La Casa de A  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

*Episode contains 30% more protein* Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a warm-up jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain that sold for $89,000, a description of a “human refrigerator,” and Mary asks, “what’s with” protein being in everything?

Multi-instrumentalist Zoh Amba is widely known in the avant-garde jazz world for their remarkable talent as a saxophonist. Having cemented their reputation as a natural improviser, they now turn their attention to seemingly new territory that is really a homecoming: gritty, Appalachian folk-rock music. In their debut singer-songwriter record, titled Eyes Full, Zoh Amba studies the culture of their hometown of Kingsport, Tennessee, picking up the guitar as a main instrument for the first time. With every voice-cracking cry, Zoh Amba embodies the troubles of hardworking small-town people, telling their stories in musical settings that are not sophisticated, but raw and authentic instead. The same spirit of mirroring the struggles of others can be vividly heard in this edition of Soundcheck, as Zoh Amba performs some of their aching new songs live with their band. (- Sırma Munyar) Setlist: 1. Weed Eating 2. Eyes Full 3. Runnin' Bet 4. Southern Soil 5. Dead End Street (Photo of Zoh Amba by A.J. Morales) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the 22nd anniversary of Mark Buehrle’s perfect game, scrutiny behind the historical accuracy of the 2026 iteration of Little House on the Prairie, and studies show that people who walk faster than the average person are 50% less likely to develop cognitive impairment.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Charlie Woods’ performance at the U.S. Junior Amateur golf playoffs, the current average price for movie tickets, and a brief chat about Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Aaron Rodgers reconnecting with his family, Brad Paisley revealing information on the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding, and a woman who gave birth to identical quadruplets.

On July 21, we mark 146 years since the birth of Milan Rastislav Štefánik — a remarkable astronomer, aviator, military leader, and diplomat who played a crucial role in the founding of Czechoslovakia. Born in 1880, Štefánik lived a life that bridged science and statecraft, sky and soil, ambition and sacrifice. Today, we speak with renowned Slovak historian Michal Kšiňan, author of the first scientific monograph on Štefánik, “Milan Rastislav Štefánik: The Man Who Talked to the Stars,” to explore story, public image, and some of the myths that still surround this important figure even today. In the 50th episode of Slovak Sound Check, Veronika is joined by Lubna and Seán to reflect on their Slovak-learning journey and look back at episodes 41 to 49, revisiting topics from adjectives and summer plans to useful vocabulary and grammar tips.

Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Wrigley Field becoming the first MLB ballpark to be a certified autism center, the top 5 grocery stores for gluten-free shoppers, and their thoughts on the World Cup Halftime Show.

New York's history as a city of immigrants has had a huge impact on music. Six-time Grammy-winning pianist Arturo O'Farrill follows in the footsteps of his father, Chico O'Farrill, a pioneer of the Afro-Cuban jazz that developed in NY in the 1940s. Now, Arturo O'Farrill often collaborates with his own sons, trumpeter Adam O'Farrill and drummer Zack O'Farrill, in both Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra and The O'Farrill Family Band. The latter group comes together to play music from all three generations in our studio. After that, another New York-based musician, clarinetist Michael Winograd and his all-star band, recreates a pivotal moment in the history of klezmer and jazz music, honoring the traditions of an earlier group of musical immigrants, the Jewish people of Eastern Europe.   O'Farrill Family Band Set list: 1. Chico O'Farrill: Pura Emocion 2. Arturo O'Farrill: Alisonia 3. Adam O'Farrill: The Man From the Sea Michael Winograd & All-Star Band Set list: 1. Tipsy 2. Silkene Pajamas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's podcast focused on one of the most common frustrations for beginner guitarists: slow chord changes. We explored why chord transitions often plateau your progress and, most importantly, offered practical strategies to fix the problem. Key Topics & TakeawaysWhy Chord Changes Can Plateau Your ProgressSlow chord changes can halt your learning momentum. This episode explores why this happens and reassures listeners that it rarely comes down to lack of talent—often, it's about how you practice.Upcoming Live Workshop AnnouncementA live “Faster Chord Changes” workshop is scheduled for June 26th at 9 PM GMT, offering live demonstrations, Q&A, and actionable exercises for improving chord transitions.Practice Studio UpdateIntroduction to Practice Studio, a new tool to track practice habits, song progress, and playing milestones, streamlining learning and identifying weak spots.The Central Concept: Efficient Movement Over SpeedOne concept discussed was that chord change speed is primarily about minimizing unnecessary finger movement. Practice efficiency and accuracy lead to increased speed as a natural byproduct.Five Most Common Mistakes Slowing Down Chord ChangesPracticing Too FastTrying to play at the speed of the original song leads to repeated mistakes. Prioritize accuracy; slow, deliberate practice will reach your goals faster.Lifting Fingers Too Far from the FretboardExcessive finger height wastes movement and makes changes less efficient. Reduce the distance your fingers travel for smoother, faster chord transitions.Ignoring Anchor Fingers or Common TonesMany chord changes share “anchor” fingers that don't need to move, or can simply slide to their new spot. Identify and utilize these pivots. Examples include moving between E minor, A minor, and C with minimal finger lifting.Practicing Songs Instead of Isolating Problem ChordsWorking through whole songs can be inefficient if the struggle is with a specific transition. Isolate and target your trouble spots directly.Ignoring Sound QualityFast changes that result in muted or buzzing strings are unhelpful. Always focus on getting a clean, clear chord sound before increasing your speed.The Shape, Sound, and Speed SystemA key theme that emerged was the “Shape, Sound, Speed” method for building reliable chord changes:Shape: Build the chord accurately, focusing on correct finger placement.Sound: Check each string individually for buzzes or mutes, adjusting until each note is clean.Speed: Gradually add movement, using a metronome and increasing tempo only after consistent accuracy.Practical routine:Minutes 1–2: Build the chord shapes with no rush.Minutes 3–4: Check and adjust for clean sound.Minute 5: Practice the transition with a metronome, focusing on fluid movement, not haste.Weekly ChallengePick your most difficult chord change and dedicate just five minutes a day using the “Shape, Sound, Speed” method. Track and share your progress through the community or podcast feedback channels.Episode RecapSeveral points were raised, including a summary of the five core mistakes and the step-by-step improvement method. Efficiency, isolated practice, attention to sound, and a mindful approach were highlighted as the best ways to make reliable progress.Resources & AnnouncementsFaster Chord Changes Workshop: June 26th, free for members or just $1 for a 2-week trial; more info through the Beginner Guitar Academy community.Practice Studio Walkthrough Video: Coming early next week for all members.Contact & Feedback: Share your experiences or seek help via the bgapodcast.com website or community channels.Remember: Faster chord changes come from moving smarter, not faster. Keep practicing, focus on efficient movement, and celebrate your progress!

Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how only a select number of movie theaters will be showing Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey in IMAX 70mm, a new television series based on the Friday the 13th franchise, and Mary asks “what’s with” the coverage of Taylor […]

Jazz-funk brass band EMEFE didn't plan on getting back together after their indefinite hiatus in 2016. Everyone involved with the project at the time, including founding member and drummer Miles Francis, went on to pursue other musical endeavors, until one of their 2015 album tracks, titled “Sun Spat,” began to gain some traction online years later. “We never heard from anybody from Spotify or any of these companies. It truly felt like people listening,” says Francis, highlighting this rare experience at a time when artists fought for attention like never before. After millions of streams, fan covers of the song emerged and EMEFE couldn't ignore the buzz anymore. Shortly after their reunion, they recorded a new album, aptly titled Forward. Now, they're back on the road as a 10-piece band, with Doug Berns on bass, Jake Pinto on keys, Jas Walton on tenor sax, Lynn Ligammari on baritone sax, Jackie Coleman on trumpet, Aani Kisslinger on trombone, Alden Harris-McCoy and Tony Jarvis on guitars, and Javier Ramos on congas and shekere. We managed to fit them all into our studio to bring you their special performance of afrobeat-infused EMEFE songs, old and new, for this edition of Soundcheck. (- Sırma Munyar) Setlist: 1. Stutter 2. Sun Spat 3. The Dirt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a new album from Willie Nelson, an interesting license plate name, and Kevin reveals whether Medieval Times still holds up or not.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a high school student who graduated with a 11.99 GPA, a trailer for the movie, I Play Rocky, and people are heading back to the movie theaters.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Christopher Nolan’s filming process for The Odyssey, new food items at Costco, and Flava Flav’s SHE weekend to celebrate the women athletes of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the worst states to live in in the United States, The Rolling Stones’ new album cover, and Americans answer whether or not they think they can score a penalty kick in the World Cup.

Economist and historian Andrej Svorenčík of the University of Mannheim once pointed out that in Bratislava, for every street named after a woman, there are roughly twenty-five named after men. The new summer monthly series HerStories from the Capital: Remarkable Women of Bratislava explores the lives of women whose names are far less visible on the city's streets despite their remarkable contributions to society. In the first edition, our guides Ľubomíra Černáková and Katarína Blšták Čatlošová will introduce us to the founder of the first kindergarten in the Habsburg Monarchy, the first professional Slovak actress, and an internationally renowned microbiologist nicknamed the “Queen of Yeasts.” As always, the programme concludes with a new edition of our language corner, Slovak Sound Check.

What makes certain musical moments memorable? In the case of the Canadian indie rock band The New Pornographers, it's a quarter of a century filled with inventive arrangements, power pop melodies, and striking lyrics that feel both abstract and relatable. And in the case of Portuguese fado singer Carminho, it's a single, show-stopping moment in the film “Poor Things,” where all the action stops as she sings an aching song from atop a balcony. On this edition of Soundcheck, The New Pornographers play some tracks from their latest record “The Former Site Of,” while Carminho breathes new life into songs from her album, titled “Eu Vou Morrer de Amor ou Resistir: ‘I'll die of love, or I'll resist.'” The New Pornographers' setlist: 1. Votive 2. Spooky Action 3. The Former Site Of // The New Pornographers are playing live dates in North American through October 2026 Carminho's setlist: 1. Canção à ausente 2. Lá vai Lisboa // Carminho is playing live dates in Europe now through fall of 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a reboot to the movie, Free Willy, an artist turning trash from around Madison Square Garden into art, and Mary’s husband asks, “what's with” emission testing?

Saxophonist Isaiah Collier spent most of his lifetime playing his instrument religiously. He looked up to his idol John Coltrane so much that he performed several tribute concerts in his name. But the young jazz composer is ready to take on new creative challenges with his upcoming EP, JOY. What kind of new challenges? Well, he showed up at our studio without his saxophone, for one.  On this episode of Soundcheck, Collier plays our piano and sings his soulful new songs with his band: with Davis Whitfield on keys, Conway Campbell on bass, and Tim Regis on drums. Collier's compositions are deeply personal, but they carry the spirit of communal celebration, which becomes most apparent in these exuberant, dynamic, and spontaneous performances. (- Sırma Munyar) 1. Where I'm Loved 2. When the Dust Settles 3. Joy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Music can be a serious business. But no one says, “I work music.” You play music. In this episode, discover two very different musical acts who understand the significance of having a playful streak. First, we welcome three best friends who formed the indie rock band Horsegirl when they were still in high school in Chicago; they play a couple of songs from their sophomore album, “Phonetics On and On.” Later, New Orleans-born, three-time Grammy-winning jazz pianist and composer Sullivan Fortner makes good use of our piano, performing some of his original music as well as a piece by Chopin in a way only he can. Horsegirl Set list: 1. Where'd You Go 2. Switch Over 3. 2468 Sullivan Fortner Set list: 1. Grandpa's Spells (Jelly Roll Morton) 2. It's A Game 3. Chopin's Valse Du Petit Chien Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

That's what Trish gets for waking up in Vegas... Tana went missing amidst a medical emergency before their Las Vegas live show, and it was nearly a disaster. Plus, we're jealous of everyone who cruised with JoJo Siwa on the high seas. And Ned Fulmer continues his humiliation ritual by trying stand up comedy, while Jeffree Star reignites his feud with frenemy Kat Von D.