Svavar Knútur has released six solo albums beginning in 2009 with "Kvöldvaka (Songs by the Fire)". In 2010, he presented "Amma (Songs for my Grandmother)" and in 2012 his "Ölduslóð (Way of Waves)". In 2015 "Brot (The Breaking)" was released. In September 2018 Knútur released the album "Ahoy! Side A" via Dimma and Nordic Notes. A story of new beginn…

Soul rock singer-songwriter Buggy Jive has always made music while in hiding, quietly uploading songs and music videos from a basement studio somewhere in Upstate New York. Equal parts Zeppelin and D’Angelo and Prince and Joni in sound and sensibility, his lyrics often mine the literature of the past to make sense of the present – from Ellison to M…

Keegan McInroe is a writer, musician. and international touring artist based in Fort Worth, Texas. Keeping in spirit with his predecessor troubadouring minstrels, Keegan has spent the better part of the last two decades traversing the roads, wildernesses, and cities of the Old World and New, weaving the resulting experiences and observations togeth…

One listen to Adrian Sutherland and you’ll know he’s unlike anyone else. Born and raised in Canada’s Far North, the roots-rocker-with-heart from Attawapiskat First Nation has the voice of a songbird, a boatload of talent, and an ocean of muses from the waters of James Bay. His melding of folk, rock, roots, and blues draws inspiration from his north…

Mirabelle Skipworth is an alt-folk singer-songwriter from Pittsburgh PA. Her folk-inspired melodies and lyrics combined with a tinge of alt-rock influence makes for a dynamic, emotionally-intense experience. She occasionally draws on her own experiences, books, concepts, and other people’s stories. Her new EP, The Morning’s Malaise released in Marc…

These sessions were recorded during the last week in February at the Folk Alliance International Conference held in Montreal. Bob Johnson and Julie Derrick are your hosts. Dan Navarro’s long and eclectic resume includes “songwriter,” “recording artist,” “singer”, “voice actor”, “producer”, “road warrior” and “arts advocate” in its extensive range o…

Singer Songwriter Julie Derrick is co-host. Heidi Holton is a Nashville-based Americana provocateur who shines a soft light on the glitter and grit that collects in the farthest corners of the human experience. With a road-worn Gibson guitar and a voice dripping with the heat of the Mississippi Delta, Holton conjures a sonic landscape that flickers…

The Vibes and Verses Podcast features live sessions with musicians recorded at the Folk International Alliance Conference held in Montreal. Bob Johnson and co-host singer-songwriter Julie Derrick guide you through the sessions. The Pairs are an internationally touring band of celebrated songwriters greet every stage with a genuine, quirky presence …

Second Saturday Magazine Vibes and Verses Podcast: Bob Johnson and Singer-Songwriter Julie Derrick host singer songwriter sessions recorded at the Folk Alliance International Montreal in February of 2025. Melisande and Spenser LaJoye join this session. Mélisande is a singer-musician based in Beloeil (QC). After releasing four [électrotrad] albums s…

Aacia Hussain & Bob Johnson have an intriguing inside look at what makes a comedy mastermind, and how success is measured with comedy heavyweight, Vir Das, as he reflects on his near sold out American tour, new Netflix special, and hardships from the past.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Radio Uninvited hosts Brice Noble and Ariel Ray welcome critically acclaimed documentary filmmaker and New York Times best selling author Joe Cross to discuss nutrition, food culture, and how a plant based diet and juicing saved his life.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN"s Ariel Ray and Brice Noble talk about the evolving landscape of California Politics with Michael Maxsenti, one of the founding members of the California Common Sense Party.By Aacia Hussain

Aacia Hussain, Brice Noble and Ariel Ray go deep into the political hotbed with the one and only Jimmy Dore - asking unpleasant questions, tackling topics currently enraging the country, and peddling into Jimmy’s deep thoughts for dark humored therapy, as needed.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Radio Uninivited hosts Brice Noble and Ariel Ray welcome business owner, high school teacher and celebrity cook Matt Groark to discuss his inspiring story about a local BBQ enthusiast rising up to national cooking fame under the tutelage of Gordon Ramsey.By Aacia Hussain

Special guest host Paul J. Sisler II talks with Dr Matt Meyer - Secretary General to the International Peace Research Association (IPRA) about his work with the United Nations and the challenges of organizing global efforts to improve people's living conditions.By Aacia Hussain

Dr. Patricia Leavy, a standout award-winning novelist, arts advocate, and internationally recognized leader in research design and arts-based research shares her journey in understanding joy, isolation, love, and hope through her latest novel, Hollyland, and the inspiration behind it.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Brice Noble and Ariel Ray welcome professor Dr. Gregory Sadler to discuss his career in the teachings of Western Philosophy - from his beginnings educating inmates in the prison systems of Indiana thru his rise to global popularity on YouTube and social media.By Aacia Hussain

30 Year investigative researcher Chuck Zukowski joins the WPKN Radio Uninvited crew ; Aacia Hussain, Brice Noble, Ariel Ray and Bob Johnson, to discuss the business of UFO research and numerous compelling paranormal experiences.By Aacia Hussain

Aacia Hussain and Bob Johnson share a deep discussion with Kate Zernike, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist and New York Times Correspondant on her book, The Exceptions: Nancy Hopkins, MIT, and the Fight for Women in Science. Kate shares her account of breaking the original story of gender discrimination while examining the significant accomplishmen…

Noted author, public speaker and professor of philosophy Dr. Massimo Pigliucci joins - Brice Noble, Ariel Ray and Bob Johnson to talk about evolutionary biology , Stoic philosophy and everything in between.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Radio Uninvited hosts Brice Noble, Ariel Ray and Bob Johnson welcome noted Dutch video game designer and entrepreneur Henk Rogers to discuss his rise to notoriety and a life changing event that turned him towards environmental activism.By Aacia Hussain

James Strole, Co-founder and Co-director of People Unlimited, and the Director of the Coalition for Radical Life Extension join Brice Noble, Ariel Ray, and Bob Johnson to discuss the current science , psychology, and concepts behind human immortality.By Aacia Hussain

Afshan Hussain, Founder of Pregnancy Safe Cosmetics, shares her life's work uncovering how common ingredients in every day consumables from essential oils to everything else on the back of a bottle’s ingredient list may be drastically impacting sperm count and fertility.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Radio Uninvited hosts Brice Noble and Ariel Ray welcome Mike Haracz (aka Chef Mike) to talk about his journey from an aspiring Chicago musician to McDonalds corporate chef and eventual culinary lead for Univar Solutions and the role social media played at every step of his career rise.By Aacia Hussain

Alberto Daniel Hill, the first hacker ever sent to prison in his home country of Uruguay, joins WPKN's - Aacia Hussain, Brice Noble and Ariel Ray to discuss his fascinating story about a cyber-security specialist trying to regain his life after being falsely convicted of a crime he did not commit.By Aacia Hussain

Award winning filmmaker Ching Juhl shares her personal story of a successful career in the arts which eventually led to an award winning documentary - My Yang Gang Diary. WPKN's Radio Uninvited team - Bob Johnson, Ariel Ray, Aacia Hussain and Brice Noble sit down with Ching to discuss her journey.By Aacia Hussain

Brice Noble and Bob Johnson welcome Chef Andrew Gruel to discuss his culinary media career, challenges in building a great food brand, and the future of the food industry.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Radio Uninvited hosts Brice Noble and Bob Johnson welcome noted Stoic author Donald J. Robertson to discuss psychology, philosophy, Roman history and how understanding the life of Marcus Aurelius can help us lead better lives today.By Aacia Hussain

Important episode exploring the budding Iranian revolution. Brice Noble and Ariel Ray are joined by geo-political consultant Pyotr Kurzin and Iranian citizen Decado for a unique inside-out explanation on the history of Iranian politics and an in depth analysis of the current uprising.By Aacia Hussain

HANGRY is everywhere. Delivered with pulsing honesty, delightful quips, and earnest reflection – we learn, we see, we understand HANGRY, as Mike Evans tells it. It is bulldogged pursuit, honesty, and crankiness. From cover to cover, we are endeared, impressed, and hopeful as Mike weaves us through each challenge he faced from starting the company i…

Former executive editor of The Huffington Post and founder of Brooklyn Story Lab Lance Gould joins Aacia Hussain and Brice Noble to talk about the global environmentalist movement, the United Nations, and building peace through social good storytelling. https://www.brooklynstorylab.net/By Aacia Hussain

Zuby explores the power of perspective, from growing up in Saudi Arabia, his pursuit into music, and his rise into global impact, media, mentorship - and gives us insight into his journey in making a positive impact in his own way, what he had to tell Joe Rogan, witnessing his own virality, and more.…

Popular internet satirist Chris McNeil (aka Reflog_18 on Twitter) joins WPKN's Aacia Hussain and Brice Noble to discuss Cleveland Sports and Chris's personal rise to fame on social media.By Aacia Hussain

Legendary ESPN sports radio personality Tony Bruno (and producer Miss Robin Austin) join WPKN's RADIO UNINVITED hosts Aacia Hussain and Brice Noble to discuss Tony's storied career and the evolution of the radio industry over the last 40 years.By Aacia Hussain

We talk to Andrew Yang about his reasons for starting the Forward Party, what surprises him, and what keeps him going.By Aacia Hussain

Radio & TV Icon Mark Thompson talks with the crew about his journey into media, American Idol, and his on air shake ups with Brice Noble.By Aacia Hussain

WPKN's Brice Noble and Ariel Ray welcome Paul J Sisler, author of the Red Herring Effect. Paul provides a detailed examination of systemic inequalities , government policy, taxation and offers groundbreaking ideas on how to best combat some our nations biggest problems.By Aacia Hussain