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Oo..Nn...Ee....MoFUKA! IGSSTS Podcast is back this week with the missing link from last week! O.N.E. pulls up and sits with Squints to discuss his latest workload. From his new "Sound Check" EP thats available now to his latest feature on Struggle Jennings latest project entitle "Dope House." Then he reveals a few new plans he has for his run in 2026....new music....a new nonprofit organization and much more! Squints even lets him get his brag on for the New England Patriots since they made it back to the Super Bowl....smh. Enjoy!BIGS&P - SHOW AND PROVE ENTFOLLOW CHAD ON YOUTUBE NOW @ChadArmesTV MERCH AVAILABLE AT WWW.CHADARMESTV.COM for S&P MERCH
Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a nationwide class‑action lawsuit accusing Costco of falsely advertising that its rotisserie chicken contains “no preservatives.”
The Slamfest Soundcheck is the debate of a variety of music-related topics outside of the traditional Slamfest Podcast-themed episodes.Episode 22 - Add a year on the front-end or Back-end of a three-year period to create the better four-year period of music. Brad welcomes Slamfest crew member Craig, to debate this topic. The base three-year period is 1974-1976. Add 1973 or 1977? Music in this episode by:Tenacious DAerosmithVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the death of Virginia Oliver at age 105, who spent nearly 100 years working as a lobster harvester in Maine.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
International cooperation, digital skills and real-life learning define the European eTwinning platform, which has been part of Slovak schools for more than 20 years. To we explore how Europe's largest online community of schools connects teachers and students across borders through projects that develop key competences for life in the 21st century we speak with Katarína Hrbáňová, coordinator of eTwinning Slovakia, the National Support Organisation based at the University of Žilina, and Ivana Bršťáková, an English teacher at Business Academy Dudova in Bratislava, who presents her award-winning project Eco-Heritage: Cultures United for Nature. The project won third place in the Slovak National eTwinning Competition 2025 in the secondary school category and brought together students from Slovakia, Spain and Turkey to explore cultural heritage, environmental protection and eco-tourism. As always, the programme includes a new edition of our language corner, Slovak Sound Check.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Ahead of boarding the annual Miami Groove Cruise, Markus Schulz checks in with another weekly Global DJ Broadcast session. The show opens with a heartfelt dedication to dear friend Daxson, who recently underwent serious surgery to remove a tumor, featuring his track While We Wait. If you can spare a moment, please visit Dan's Instagram to read his story, and send your best wishes to him. Markus also showcases a new deeper take of his Dakota piece Faultline by Das Pharaoh, a Colorize showcase featuring Mees Salomé and Estiva, and material from Korolova, Hellmuth, Victor Ruiz, Adina Butar and more. There's a special nod to Washington DC's Soundcheck nightclub as it prepares to close its doors for good. ALAT provides the guestmix, including the new Coldharbour Black single Almadel Page 205, before Markus returns for an uptempo final 30 minutes to close. The Essentials with Markus Schulz 01. Daxson - While We Wait 02. Markus Schulz presents Dakota - Faultline (Das Pharaoh Remix) [Deeper Shades] 03. Misja Helsloot - Autres Directions 04. Sander Kleinenberg & Helsloot - My Lexicon [A Moment of Sunrise] 05. Sonickraft - Bohemia 06. Korolova & Switch Disco - Empty Skies 07. Argy & Omiki - DONA 08. Mees Salomé & Tyler Mann - Into the Light [In Bloom] 09. Estiva - Mirador 10. Hellmuth - Stockholm Syndrome 11. Victor Ruiz & Ignacio Arfeli - Ascend [Down the Rabbit Hole] 12. Mattia Saviolo - Parallel Dimension 13. Adina Butar - For You 14. Daniel Wanrooy - Gone 15. Adam Beyer - Close Your Eyes (Festival Edit) 16. F4T4L3RR0R x Arni x Anton Trian - 1000 17. New World Punx featuring Cara Salimando - Memories (Markus Schulz Remix) [Hall of Fame] ALAT 01. Tomaz vs. Filterheadz - Sunshine (ALAT & Cez Are Kane Remix) 02. ALAT - Almadel Page 205 03. Sound Players & ALAT - Impact 04. ALAT - Legion 05. Mike EFEX & ALAT - Minus One 06. nilsix & Adara - Falls Apart (ALAT Remix) 07. Sound Players - Call Me Tomorrow (ALAT Remix) The Final 30 18. Nemke - Stampedo 19. Craig Connelly - Superstar Avenue 20. Ørjan Nilsen - Go Fast (20 Year Anniversary Mix) 21. Teenage Mutants & Kos:mo - Need More (Rave Mix) 22. Markus Schulz, C-Systems & Ana Diaz - Nothing Without Me 23. Sarah de Warren - What U Like 24. Daxson featuring Andy Ruiz - Insomnia 25. Daniel Kandi - Made of Glass
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the 25th anniversary of the “Super Fans” sketches on Saturday Night Live.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
What happens when art confronts indifference, fear, and political inertia? We talk with Tomáš Eštok, founder of Spare Parts Theater, Bohdan Metenkanych, director of their upcoming production The Normal Heart, and Seán MacDiarmada, actor and co-host of Slovak Sound Check, about their unique English-language theatre in Slovakia and its strong social and political commentary. The conversation centres on The Normal Heart, Larry Kramer's powerful play about the AIDS crisis, and its renewed — and at times surprising — relevance in post-pandemic Slovakia. As always, the programme concludes with a new edition of our language corner, Slovak Sound Check.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the trend of carrying around books, puzzles, embroidery kits, and other non-digital entertainment in something being called an “analog bag.”
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including John Mellencamp announcing a concert tour with a trailer that stars Sean Penn.
Jon Hansen checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including each state’s favorite fast food chain.
Dean Richards, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including favorite moments from Nikki Glazer’s Golden Globe Awards monologue.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
To find out what the night sky has in store for us in 2026, we speak with Silvia Ďurišová, astronomer and astrophysicist at the Astronomical Institute of the Slovak Academy of Sciences. She explains what really happens when we see a “shooting star,” how international cooperation in meteor research works, what Slovakia contributes to global meteor science, and which sky highlights can be observed from Slovakia this year. In the latest episode of Slovak Sound Check, Veronika and Lubna explore common New Year's resolutions in Slovak.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the CES “Worst in Show” products.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including a Ben Johnson look-a-like contest.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
We revisit a discussion on sustainable urban transport in Slovakia. Experts from environmental policy, transport emissions, urban planning, and public transport explore how car-free initiatives can improve air quality, safety, and quality of life in Slovak towns and cities. The broadcast also features a brand-new episode of Slovak Sound Check, building on what listeners have learned over the past months and preparing us for a new chapter as the new year begins.
Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Listen to music from South African-born, UK-based cellist and vocalist Abel Selaocoe; Hot Psychedelic Gnawa Blues By French-Moroccan band Bab L' Bluz; guitarist, producer, bandleader Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas and his dramatic Latin pop 'Boleros Psicodélicos', featuring Grammy-winning Puerto Rican singer-songwriter iLe. Plus, composer and harpist Brandee Younger and her trio; and the Dublin-based brothers Ye Vagabonds with a preview of new songs for 2026.Set list: ARTIST: Adrian Quesada, with iLeWORK: Mentiras con Cariño [2:02]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Aug. 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The tune appears on Boleros PsicodélicosARTIST: Ye VagabondsWORK: The Flood [3:05]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast Nov. 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The album All Tied Together, comes out Jan. 30, 2026 | https://yevagabonds.bandcamp.com/album/all-tied-togetherARTIST: Bab L' BluzWORK: Imazighen [4:13]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, April 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The tune appears on SwakenARTIST: Abel SelaocoeWORK: Ka Bohaleng [3:13]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Feb. 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The tune appears Hymns of Bantu ARTIST: Adrian Quesada, with iLeWORK: Mentiras con Cariño [4:01]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Aug. 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The tune appears on Boleros PsicodélicosARTIST: Brandee Younger Trio WORK: BBL [5:26]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, July 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available. INFO: The tune appears on Gadabout Season
The last day of the celebratory weekend is upon us and a feeling of anxiety has come over our intrepid heroes. All of the prep work is coming together as the Misfits get ready for an intimate show after sound check.
Ein absolutes Novum! Erstmals wird eine Folge nicht aus den heiligen Hallen Oberbayerns oder aus einem Hotel aufgenommen, sondern aus dem Ally Pally – notfalls eben in zwei Teilen mit einem Soundcheck. Kein Wunder bei 16-Stunden-Schichten, ohne Party und Hotelbar! Da starrt man schon mal auf den Monitor und hört die Frage nicht. Während Flo kein Fan von abgesagten Interviews nach Niederlagen ist, muss der „kleine Arroganz-Anfall“ von Luke Littler analysiert werden. Und welche Pläne darf Elmar eigentlich für 2026 verraten? "Game on! Der Darts Podcast" ist eine Produktion der Podcastbande. Neue Folgen gibt's immer dienstags - überall, wo es Podcasts gibt
Hear music by Portuguese fado singer Carminho; Grammy-winning classical quartet Third Coast Percussion performing music written for them by the late Indian tabla master Zakir Hussain; and Ethiopian-born singer and bandleader Meklit's blend of jazz, pop, and soul. Also, music from Chicago-formed, New York-based American rock band Horsegirl; and the quartet Les Égarés, who are Ballaké Sissoko (kora) and Vincent Segal (cello) and Vincent Peirani (accordion) and Émile Parisien (sax). They combine chamber music, French chanson, West African folk, and jazz in a fluid and “wandering” mix of styles.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
As the year draws to a close, we look back at some of the most memorable moments from our Monday broadcasts. This special end-of-year edition brings together selected excerpts from interviews, reports, and stories that shaped the past months, reflecting on society, history, culture, and the conversations that mattered most. With New Year's Eve just around the corner, the programme also features a brand-new episode of Slovak Sound Check, exploring Slovak expressions, traditions, and customs connected to end-of-year celebrations and the welcoming of the year ahead.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
The Christmas season invites us to slow down, look around, and think of others. We take a closer look at charitable initiatives and nonprofit projects that aim to make Christmas a little brighter for people in Slovakia facing difficult life circumstances, whether through social disadvantage, exclusion, or vulnerability. Through conversations with Simona Stančeková, project coordinator of Vianočný zázrak, Katarína Barošová, media manager at Človek v ohrození behind the Skutočný darček project, Silvia Slobodová, co-founder of Koľko lásky sa zmestí do krabice od topánok?, and teacher Mária Macharová from Trenčín, we explore how these initiatives work, what motivates the people behind them, and why even small acts of generosity can have a lasting impact. In the newest episode of Slovak Sound Check, Veronika and Lubna invite you to celebrate Christmas Slovak-style. Learn essential Christmas vocabulary, explore Slovak traditions connected with “Štedrý deň” and “Štedrý večer” (Christmas Eve), discover what Slovaks eat, who brings the presents, and what traditions belong to the season.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
As Christmas approaches, the streets fill with sparkling lights, crowded shops, and people rushing by — some carrying bags of gifts, others hauling suitcases as they set off for the holidays. It's the season when most of us long to be home with our loved ones. But what happens when “home” is suddenly far away? Maybe you've recently moved abroad, or work and life commitments make traveling back impossible — especially with flight prices soaring at this time of year. In Slovakia, many foreigners will be spending Christmas here for the very first time. How should one cope with this new reality and with the homesickness that often feels strongest during what's known as the most magical season? We spoke with Simona Stopková, psychologist and Head of the Bratislava branch of IPčko (a free psychological counselling service), about navigating these emotions and finding a sense of peace during the holidays. With the holiday season just around the corner, the new episode of Slovak Sound Check dives into an essential toolkit of everyday and festive Slovak wishes.
Nicolette Paige, Rick Cole and Xavier Fleming have held a steady presence in the Kansas City music scene for more than 15 years. As a trio, they blend reggae, neo-soul and a warm, organic sound into what Paige calls “soulful, feel-good music” wherever they play — even inside a moving streetcar.
The Slamfest Soundcheck is the debate of a variety of music-related topics outside of the traditional Slamfest Podcast-themed episodes.Episode 21 - Mt. Rushmore - Debut Albums - All Genres - wsg. Slamfest Crew Member, Brad C.Music in this episode by:Tenacious DAerosmithVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
Human rights belong to all of us — regardless of nationality, gender, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. They include both essential protections, such as the right to life, and the rights that make our lives dignified and meaningful. Ahead of Human Rights Day (10 December), we take a closer look at how these rights are safeguarded at the European level with Michal Kučera, Head of the Slovak Legal Division at the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. Our conversation explores the Court's mission, how it protects rights across 46 member states, the types of cases that shape public debate, and what the system means for both Slovak citizens and foreigners living under Slovakia's jurisdiction. We also reflect on how human rights challenges have evolved since the European Convention on Human Rights was signed 75 years ago — and why it remains as relevant as ever today. And with winter arriving, the new episode of Slovak Sound Check brings you some fresh vocabulary connected with the changing seasons.
Kansas City jazz pianist Tim Whitmer is out with a new record for the second year in a row — and this time, he is hoping his music spreads holiday cheer. The album "Happy Holidays" features Whitmer's takes on timeless classics like "Jingle Bell Rock" and "Santa Claus is Coming to Town."
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
Nearly one in ten women in Slovakia experienced some form of psychological or physical violence in the past year. And while this is slightly below the global average of 14%, the number remains alarmingly high — with experts warning that the true scale is likely much greater, as many incidents go unreported. To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (25 November), we look at why gender-based violence persists, which societal factors fuel it, and what support systems exist in Slovakia today. We bring you expert perspectives from Zuzana Očenašová, psychologist and researcher) from the Institute for Research in Social Communication of Slovak Academy of Sciences; Andrej Kuruc, psychologist and long-time specialist on gender inequality; and Barbora Burajová from the Coordination and Methodology Centre for the Prevention of Violence Against Women. As always, the programme also includes a new episode of Slovak Sound Check — this time focusing on ordinal numbers in Slovak.
Listen to music from American musicians, the harpist Ashley Jackson and the Oklahoma-based Cherokee singer and songwriter Ken Pomeroy. Both sets come from our Soundcheck series of live performances and interviews, available as a twice-weekly podcast, wherever you get podcasts. With her clever guitar playing and powerful stories, Oklahoma-based Cherokee singer and songwriter Ken Pomeroy draws on brutal honesty and the songwriting skills she has honed since she was 11 years old. She's already found herself on the big screen and small when her song “Wall of Death” made its way onto the Twisters soundtrack, while Hulu's Reservation Dogs featured her soul-mining gem, “Cicadas.” Pomeroy touches on her Native American heritage (mentioning coyotes – a troubling omen) and somewhat painful, personal past, as she plays songs from her 2025 album Cruel Joke (Rounder Records), in-studio.Ken Pomeroy Set list: 1. Stranger 2. Days Getting Darker 3. Flannel CowboyThen, listen to harpist, soloist, collaborator (Harlem Chamber Players), educator, and arranger Ashley Jackson as she presents music from her 2025 album called Take Me To The Water (Decca Records). In the American spiritual tradition, water is a powerful metaphor for freedom and for moving from this life to the next. Jackson's record takes listeners on a watery journey through works by Debussy, the jazz harpist Alice Coltrane, blues, and some classic spirituals. As Jackson declares in a statement about the record, ”Water is something that we all need. It sustains us, it gives us life. Take Me to the Water reminds us we have a choice: we can let water be the thing that divides us, or, it can allow us to come together through our shared humanity.” She plays some of her arrangements of spirituals on a sculpted maple harp, in-studio.Ashley Jackson's Set list: 1. River Jordan 2. Deep River II 3. Take Me to the Water I
The Slamfest Soundcheck is the debate of a variety of music-related topics outside of the traditional Slamfest Podcast-themed episodes.Episode 20 - 1985 Albums pick 'em from multiple genres - Hard Rock, Hair Band, Rock and Heavy Metal albums wsg. Slamfest Crew Member, Brad C.Music in this episode by:Tenacious DAerosmithVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.com
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
Each year, Pink October unites the world in the fight against breast cancer — raising awareness, encouraging early diagnosis, and supporting everyone whose lives have been touched by the disease. In this special broadcast, we explore how awareness turns into action — and how personal stories can inspire real change. Zuzana Bardyová from the National Oncology Institute (NOI) shares how Slovakia is advancing prevention and early detection. From the non-profit OZ Amazonky, Zuzana Janovičová speaks about the power of community — how mutual support, technology, and empathy help women rebuild confidence and reconnect with life after diagnosis. And finally, Viera Lipčáková Lacová and Dr. Jaroslava Salman, co-authors of Nádej bez záruky (Hope Without Guarantee), bring deeply human stories of resilience — reminding us that hope, even without certainty, can be one of the strongest medicines of all. In Slovak Sound Check, we hop on board to explore public transport vocabulary in Slovak.
The Slamfest Soundcheck is the debate of a variety of music-related topics outside of the traditional Slamfest Podcast-themed episodes.Episode 19 - Taking a break from the topic themes this month…we are are paying tribute to the late, great Ace Frehley. Brad welcomes Gary Cap and Bill Elam to remember Ace and to each create their own 25-song dream Ace solo setlist.Music in this episode by:Tenacious DAerosmithVisit the Slamfest Podcast online at: https://slamfest-podcast.simplecast.comRequest to join the Slamfest Podcast private Facebook page here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/slamfestpodcastE-mail us at : slamfestpodcast@gmail.comVisit Bill Elam and A2Z Radio at:https://a2zradio.net/https://www.facebook.com/A2ZnetradioE-mail: owners@a2zradio.net
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
The eleventh episode of our Window to the World series takes us to the western Slovak town of Leopoldov and to the small village of Heinersbrück in eastern Germany. In this instalment, our colleagues Michal Herceg and Juraj Pavlovič explore how this rather unusual partnership began — and how cooperation between the two communities has continued to grow over the years, building lasting ties across borders. And later on, in our Slovak Sound Check segment, you'll have a chance to strengthen your language skills as we take a closer look at possessive pronouns — an essential part of everyday Slovak.
Have you ever dated someone you knew, logically, was a bad idea? A puppeteer twenty years your senior, perhaps?
Brothers Phil and Chris of the band 4 Normandy share how Andrew's music inspired them to play music together and how it keeps them connected even today. We talk about their own music at the beginning and how that came together, then transition into our conversation about the Andrew McMahon song we chose. You'll hear some of their own song, “Alive” within the episode, as well as in the outro. You can stream this song and others wherever you like. The Spotify link to their music is below. Song Audio: https://youtu.be/1OxW5c42o4s?si=Y_OQ-tccwnRCBWjW 4 Normandy on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DbbOzpdDqQ837KjYARGSf?si=tenrsQuQQ2-G4uRAr-yBmA Live in Los Angeles, 2008: https://youtu.be/u_9yl5yZ68E?si=dEzmGdvUtne_r1Gq Live at Sound Check, Pittsburgh, 2025: https://youtu.be/Dd6R2IkTRAE?si=LWdyQBuzGLu9C_CF Andrew discusses the song, 2009: https://youtu.be/YYc62PTjekA?si=iGtIxsAVEeFNIfWv 4 Normandy (Phil & Chris' former band) Starland Ballroom performance: https://youtu.be/ka186RIAS-s?si=nz8S7JB_7JSEk3Mf
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
In this round of Mysterious Slovakia, we travel to Košice, home to the St. Elizabeth's Cathedral — the largest church in Slovakia and the easternmost Gothic cathedral in Europe. Beyond its treasures and relics, the cathedral hides a dramatic story: the legend and legacy of the Urban Bell. Then, we celebrate the 20th episode of Slovak Sound Check — with reflections, recaps, and a look at how far our learners Sean and Lubna have come on their Slovak language journey.
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
RERUN: Anna Podmanická (19) and Tomáš Čermák (18) are two talented young scientists and global winners of the prestigious Earth Prize 2025. We delve into their innovative project PURA – a groundbreaking approach to water purification. The conversation explores the limitations of current purification methods, particularly the failure of the quaternary phase to remove antibiotic residues, a major contributor to the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. Anna and Tomáš explain how PURA combines photocatalysis and cold plasma technology to provide an effective and sustainable solution to this urgent global issue. The 8th episode of Slovak Sound Check focuses on the essential verb byť – to be.
I'm back with another 3 artists for you to listen to. The artists and songs featured in this episode are: Black Swan – The Fire and the Flame Risen Atlantis – Legacy Divine The Switch– Young Gun If you enjoy any of the songs played in these shows, please support the artists by buying their music and sharing their online links. You can also liven up your day by having our Soundcheck 'em out YouTube playlist turned up loud. Thanks for listening and please send any written comments and thoughts HERE.
The Soundcheck Podcast series offers up music from recent sessions, all revolving around The Blues –at the root of so much popular music, and where the roots have grown into other fruits worldwide. Listen to French-Moroccan band Bab L' Bluz and their hot psychedelic blues spiked with the Gnawa trance rhythms of northern Africa's Maghreb. There's the “Desert Blues” of West Africa in music by singer and guitarist Mdou Moctar from Niger. He and his band combine rock and psychedelia, call-and-response and accelerating threes, and fiery guitar playing for trancey and ecstatic results. Listen to Texas-raised singer, guitarist, and songwriter Ruthie Foster and her longtime bandmates who play some of their feel-good and hopeful blues. Hear the timeless sound of West Georgia Blues by singer and guitarist Jontavious Willis (along with the wicked tunings and his slide playing), in-studio. Plus, there's the groove and swagger of Yemen Blues, and their fusion of Moroccan trance, Arab and Bedouin folk, and Western funk and rock. The American singer-songwriter Fantastic Negrito plays some of his blues-stomp-and-roll music with roots in his family's past. Plus, hear the vintage soul and blues-rock sound of Memphis and Mississippi-rooted, Brooklyn native singer Bette Smith. Soundcheck Special, Sept. 2025 – “Blues Is the Roots” (First aired 9/20/25)ARTIST: Marco BeneventoWORK: Eagle Rock [1:02]RECORDING: TigerFaceSOURCE: Royal Potato FamilyINFO: https://marcobenevento.bandcamp.com/album/tigerfaceARTIST: Jontavious WillisWORK: Ghost Woman [5:52]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Nov. 2024SOURCE: This performance not commercially availableINFO: https://jontaviouswillis.comARTIST: Fantastic NegritoWORK: Son of a Broken Man [5:02]RECORDING: Live on Soundcheck, Oct. 2024SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://www.fantasticnegrito.com/ARTIST: Ruthie FosterWORK: Phenomenal Woman [7:00]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, March 2023SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://www.ruthiefoster.com/ARTIST: Mdou MoctarWORK: Imouhar [6:18]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, June 2024SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://www.mdoumoctar.com/ARTIST: Bab L' BluzWORK: Imazighen [4:15]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, April 2025SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://www.bablbluz.com/ARTIST: Yemen BluesWORK: Allenby [5:26]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Sept. 2024SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://yemenblues.com/ARTIST: Bette SmithWORK: Darkest Hour [3:35]RECORDING: Live for the Soundcheck Podcast, Aug. 2024SOURCE: This performance not commercially available.INFO: https://www.bettesmith.com
This episode was recorded prior to the shooting of Charlie Kirk in Utah, an act of violence we strongly condemn. Cliff recently launched the Soundcheck fund that offers micro-grants to liberal voices who need a leg-up – funding for liberal media is something Cliff and I have talked about for decades and now it's finally happening. Blueamp.co to support his work. We also talked about the latest Trump-Epstein document dump from the House Oversight Committee and whether the Republicans are deliberately undermining the Trump regime. And more! Meantime, make sure to support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Hunger Anthem.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mixing Music with Dee Kei | Audio Production, Technical Tips, & Mindset
Going on tour and need a rider that actually delivers? In this solo episode, Lu breaks down how to plan, pack, and execute reliable live sound on a world tour. Learn why your tech rider is a blueprint, not a wishlist, how to prioritize monitors and IEMs so the artist always hears a clear mix, and how to design sensible substitutions and backups for real-world venues. We cover FOH and monitor workflows, Dante-based recording to Nuendo Live for virtual soundchecks, adding crowd ambience mics to in-ears, carrying your own talkback, RTA mic, DI boxes, and the checklists that keep a team on time. We also get into mindset: punctuality, preparation, and owning mistakes. If you want fewer surprises and better shows, this is your playbook.What you'll learnHow to write a rider that venues can actually fulfillFOH and monitor roles when the artist runs IEMsSensible substitutions for consoles and wireless systemsWhy UPS power and gear redundancy save showsUsing Dante Virtual Soundcard and Nuendo Live for multitrack recordingVirtual soundcheck to build mixes before the band arrivesAmbience mic placement for more natural in-earsPacking the essentials: talkback, RTA, DI, cables, backups, show filesWhy organization and accountability beat “more gear” every timeSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT!SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBEJoin the ‘Mixing Music Podcast' Discord!HIRE DEE KEIHIRE LUHIRE JAMESFind Dee Kei and Lu on Social Media:Instagram: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLu @JamesParrishMixesTwitter: @DeeKeiMixes @MasteredbyLuThe Mixing Music Podcast is sponsored by Izotope, Antares (Auto Tune), Sweetwater, Plugin Boutique, Lauten Audio, Filepass, & CanvaThe Mixing Music Podcast is a video and audio series on the art of music production and post-production. Dee Kei, Lu, and James are professionals in the Los Angeles music industry having worked with names like Odetari, 6arelyhuman, Trey Songz, Keyshia Cole, Benny the Butcher, carolesdaughter, Crying City, Daphne Loves Derby, Natalie Jane, charlieonnafriday, bludnymph, Lay Bankz, Rico Nasty, Ayesha Erotica, ATEEZ, Dizzy Wright, Kanye West, Blackway, The Game, Dylan Espeseth, Tara Yummy, Asteria, Kets4eki, Shaquille O'Neal, Republic Records, Interscope Records, Arista Records, Position Music, Capital Records, Mercury Records, Universal Music Group, apg, Hive Music, Sony Music, and many others.This podcast is meant to be used for educational purposes only. This show is filmed and recorded at Dee Kei's private studio in North Hollywood, California. If you would like to sponsor the show, please email us at deekeimixes@gmail.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mixing-music-music-production-audio-engineering-and-music/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy