Best Dawn Carpenter Podcasts (2025)

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Birch Sap, Sailing and Boggy Marathons 1:22:51

1h ago1:22:51

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Tennants of Elgin is a family quarrying business that has been operating out of the North East of Scotland for fifty years. They have had numerous impressive contracts across Europe, but have recently begun some work that’s a little closer to home – providing the granite for Aberdeen’s Union Street works. Mark went along to meet with Director Gavin…

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Susan Werner on Defining Hard Work, Paid Vacations, and Relaxing as Indie Musician, ep. 307 46:29

7h ago46:29

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The dynamic songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Susan Werner talks to us onboard the Cayamo cruise, which she describes as a "paid vacation." Reflecting on her upbringing on a working farm, Susan discusses the hard work that shaped her, but also how she’s learning to embrace rest and relaxation. With humor and insight, she navigates the balance be…

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Lessons from Heart Surgery - with Greg & Dawn Hollamon 28:59

3d ago28:59

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What happens when life throws you into a storm you never saw coming? In this powerful episode, Greg and Dawn Hollamon open up about the unexpected journey they faced last year when Greg underwent open heart surgery. From the initial diagnosis to the long days of recovery, they walk us through the lessons they learned—and how their faith anchored th…

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The Poetry Path at Corbenic Camphill Community in Perthshire 18:12

1d ago18:12

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Mark Stephen visits the poetry path at Corbenic with its founder Jon PlunkettBy BBC Radio Scotland

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S4E9 Writer/Director David Prior ("The Empty Man") 2:07:15

4d ago2:07:15

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Well, we’ve been gone for a lot longer than anticipated listeners and I’ve missed you! Thankfully it’s been for a good reason. I’ve been off making some movies. There will be more news on that to come but let’s just say that for fans of this podcast, these projects are right up your alley. We have a whole slew of horror masters and soon to be stars…

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Episode #301 - Witchcraft(1988) 44:25

6d ago44:25

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16 of these Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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Wildfires, Mounth Roads and East Lothian Hedgehogs 1:22:53

5d ago1:22:53

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The Elsick Mounth is an ancient trackway, linking the River Dee to the Mearns, and is one of the routes featured in the new Scotsways guide on hill tracks. Mark and Rachel both met up with Colin Young, a Scotsways volunteer, who guided them along part of the route to point out some of the important historical and archaeological sites that can be se…

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Jon Muq: Uganda, Cruise Ship Food and His Googly-Eyed Guitar, ep. 306 34:55

7d ago34:55

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Originally from the village of Mutungo, Uganda (near the country's capital of Kampala), Jon Muq's journey to his current life of touring with an Austin, Texas home-base has been unconventional. Onboard the Cayamo cruise earlier this year, we talked to Jon about his childhood experiences, including fetching water with friends and "We Are the World,"…

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Lorraine McCall - the Trailblazing Adventurer on the Scottish Hills 22:36

9d ago22:36

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Lorraine McCall from the Highlands has overcome cancer three times in recent years. She has previously climbed all of Scotland's 221 Corbetts and 282 Munros.By BBC Radio Scotland

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What the Cross Means to Me - with Jerry Campbell 30:16

11d ago30:16

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Robert and Bill sit down with Jerry Campbell to reflect on the personal significance of the cross of Christ. For Jerry, the cross isn’t just a symbol—it’s a daily reminder of hope, forgiveness, and the sacrificial love that changed everything. Jerry shares from his own life experiences, opening up about the m…

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Episode #300 - The Brides Wore Blood(1972) 59:29

13d ago59:29

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Bob Favorites bozongas Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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Inchindown Echo, Edinburgh's Herbarium and the 120 Mile Postie's Path 1:24:03

14d ago1:24:03

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The Scottish Crannog Centre on the banks of Loch Tay is a bustling model Iron Age village, filled with various craftspeople to demonstrate ancient crafts and technologies. Mark went along to find out how the site has grown over the past few years, and how the construction of the crannog over the water is coming along. Jenny Graham follows the Posti…

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Ani DiFranco & Carsie Blanton: Menopause, The Wild Child, and Naps to fight Capitalism, ep. 305 43:44

14d ago43:44

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Basic Folk is making trouble at sea with Ani DiFranco and Carsie Blanton! Hosts Lizzie and Cindy had the opportunity to speak with the two like-minded radical songwriters aboard the 2025 edition of Cayamo, a roots music cruise. Our conversation kicks off with Ani sharing her transformative experience performing as Persephone in the Broadway show 'H…

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TNA : Ep47 Prom Night (1980) 44:44

18d ago44:44

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Send us a text Another episode where Tony and Adam jive talk (Bee Gees ref) about a horror film. Lots of fun to be had with this brand new episode. A film that one critic called halloween to a disco beat and another critic likened it to Carrie to a disco beat and another critic likened it to Halloween 2 to a disco beat and then another critic liken…

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The Dawn Chorus with Ian Broadbent 22:55

17d ago22:55

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Helen Needham meets with bird recorder Ian Broadbent to capture the April dawn chorusBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Talking Lads to Leaders with Sawyer, Asher, and Jace Carpenter 30:26

18d ago30:26

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In this episode, we sit down with three impressive young men — Sawyer, Asher, and Jace Carpenter — who are actively involved in the Lads to Leaders program. These 11- and 12-year-old brothers share how the program has shaped their faith, strengthened their skills, and brought them closer together as a family. From speech and song leading to puppets…

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Episode #299 - Deadbeat at Dawn (1988) 1:02:53

20d ago1:02:53

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Fuck your noise Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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Tattie Tastic Light Fantastic 1:23:53

21d ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Potato Enthusiast Bob Donald talks to Rachel about a community growing project in Aberdeen which has led to libraries in the north east handing out seeds and seed tatties. Mark speaks with volunteers from a walking group in Govan, who share their personal experiences with homelessness and social hardship. They’re now involved in an innovative proje…

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Loudon Wainwright III: Oversharing, Family Ties, and Musical Legacy, ep. 304 46:20

21d ago46:20

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The legendary Loudon Wainwright III, whose career has spanned over five decades, is known for his deeply personal songwriting and sharp wit – and oversharing. The patriarch of the Wainwright folk dynasty (which includes Rufus, Martha, their late mother Kate McGarrigle, as well as Lucy and her mother Suzzy Roche), Loudon reflects on the balance betw…

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Walking and Motherhood with Writer Kerri Andrews 26:03

24d ago26:03

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Kerri Andrews is the author of Pathfinding - On Walking, Motherhood and Freedom. She describes her own traumatic experience with pregnancy, birth and motherhood and draws on examples of other female writers and their experiences over the centuries. She also discusses the history of women and walking and her desire for a more communal child rearing …

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God is Faithful in the Valleys - with Rick Hepler 29:11

25d ago29:11

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In this heartfelt episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, we sit down with Rick Hepler, a faithful Christian, husband, and caretaker, who shares his powerful testimony of walking through life’s valleys. Rick opens up about his wife, Debbie’s, ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease and the challenges and blessings of serving as her full-time caret…

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Episode #298 - The Rejuvenator(1988) 1:02:36

27d ago1:02:36

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Remember to take your vitamins Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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A North East Lido, Badger Behaviour and a Coral Beach 1:21:49

28d ago1:21:49

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Lambhill, in the North of Glasgow, is home to a thriving community hub, built out of an old stable block on the edge of the Forth and Clyde canal. Mark went along to visit their community garden, and find out more about what goes on there. Rachel is on the banks of Loch Lomond to find out about the issues of litter along the busy stretch of the A82…

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Olivia Ellen Lloyd: West Virginia to Brooklyn, Finding Ground in Water, ep. 303 1:01:14

28d ago1:01:14

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Olivia Ellen Lloyd's latest album, 'Do It Myself,' sees the West Virginia-born Brooklyn-based songwriter reflecting on the powerful imagery of water. She shares how it has been a source of grounding and calmness in her life, from childhood memories spent on the Potomac River to her current love for the ocean, these elements have shaped her artistic…

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A Fresh Focus on Adaptive Skiing in Scotland 21:25

1M ago21:25

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A shortage of volunteers means some clubs have struggled to restart following the Covid pandemic in 2020. Campaigners say more needs to be done to raise awareness of the issue.By BBC Radio Scotland

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Biofluorescence Walks, Reindeer in Aviemore, and Glasgow Central Mosque 1:24:22

1M ago1:24:22

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The Cairngorm Funicular Railway is back up and running after some extensive structural works. Mark took a trip up to the snow-covered peak with the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Cairngorm Mountain Scotland Limited, Tim Hurst, to find out what impact the funicular has for the mountain resort. Farmers and land managers are working together in Mo…

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Bonnie "Prince" Billy On Making Nashville Musical Magic, ep. 302 1:04:32

1M ago1:04:32

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Will Oldham, also known as Bonnie "Prince" Billy, has led an illustrious, sometimes mysterious career which has spanned decades and genres. Hailing from and still living in Lexington, KY, in our Basic Folk conversation Will reflects on his journey from a young artist struggling to find his place in the music world to a seasoned musician who embrace…

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Celebrating the Imperfections in Wood with Artist and Maker Duke Christie 19:49

1M ago19:49

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Mark Stephen visits Duke Christie at his studio in MorayBy BBC Radio Scotland

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What is Peace and How Do I Get It? - with Taylor Bell 29:13

1M ago29:13

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What is peace, and how can we experience it in our daily lives? In this episode, Robert Hatfield and Bill Wade sit down with Taylor Bell, a deacon for the Henderson church of Christ and a licensed counselor, to explore the biblical and practical aspects of peace. They discuss the difference between worldly peace and the peace that comes from God, c…

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Episode #297 - The Carpenter(1988) 54:00

1M ago54:00

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Condoms = Classy Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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The March of the Frogs, Heavy Lifting Stones and Boat Building 1:22:42

1M ago1:22:42

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Many landowners across Scotland are engaging with large scale restoration projects. One such project, spanning 80 thousand acres, is Wildland, in the Scottish Highlands. They have a 200 year vision to help the land heal, grow and thrive, and Rachel is there to find out more about the project, and perhaps even spot some of birds of prey who are thri…

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Rose Cousins & Edie Carey: Bast Friendship, Music, and the Art of Spatula-ing Life, ep. 301 1:25:31

1M ago1:25:31

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Rose Cousins and Edie Carey's friendship has blossomed for over two decades. On the occasion of Rose releasing her new album, 'Conditions of Love - Vol 1,' the pair appear on Basic Folk to discuss the new music. They reflect on their early days and their first meeting as well as the ways they’ve influenced each other's careers and personal growth. …

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Wild Swimming with Greg and Jules 28:40

2M ago28:40

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The actors have become regular wild swimmers in recent years. In their latest BBC Scotland TV series, they visit some of Scotland's islands and try out a whole host of different dipping spots in remote and rugged locations.By BBC Radio Scotland

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People Are People All Around the World with Connie Pritchard 28:35

2M ago28:35

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In this episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, Bill Wade and Robert Hatfield sit down with Connie Pritchard, a seasoned traveler and devoted servant in mission work. Having visited numerous countries on mission trips, Connie shares powerful lessons she’s learned about faith, culture, and the universal need for Christ. Through heartfelt stories an…

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Episode #296 - Hollow Gate(1988) 1:00:46

2M ago1:00:46

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Rustle those cows, boy Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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Bracklinn Falls, Needle Felting and The Cabrach Distillery 1:24:06

2M ago1:24:06

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Golf courses are often criticised for their lack of biodiversity, but at The Plock, near Kyle of Lochalsh, a community project is reclaiming the local golf course and giving it back to the wild. Mark met up with the local ranger, Heather Beaton, to find out more about this rewilding initiative. A new award-winning footbridge has been built at Brack…

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Sierra Hull: Mandolin Magic and Small Town Roots, ep. 300 1:06:40

2M ago1:06:40

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When mandolinist Sierra Hull was little, her dad told her she was really good "for a ten year old." The older Hull knew Sierra had a fiery passion for the instrument and he knew exactly how to motivate his daughter. He went on to say that if she wanted to go to jams and porch-play for the rest of her life, she'd learned enough. He gave her realisti…

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Preserving Antarctica's Heritage Buildings with Conservation Carpenter Graham Gillie 21:57

2M ago21:57

21:57

Mark Stephen hears from Graham Gillie about his extraordinary working life in AntarcticaBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Welcome to Sharing Life Changing Lives! 29:15

2M ago29:15

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Sharing Life, Changing Lives, a new podcast from the Henderson church of Christ! Join hosts Robert Hatfield and Bill Wade as they sit down with two of our elders, Mark Barber and Paul Johnson. Together, they share stories of faith, hope, and love, while offering a glimpse into the heart of leadership at Henderson…

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Basic Folk Presents: Folk Files: Shady Grove 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Editor’s note: Basic Folk is pleased to introduce our listeners to one of our favorite podcasts by sharing an episode in our feed! Folk Files is a podcast hosted by Olivia Harding that seeks to uncover the mysteries of folk music through the ages and dive deep into the tangled history of murder ballads, sea shanties, rebel songs, and other music th…

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Kingfishers, a Gunpowder Mill and a Halifax Bomber Relic 1:25:23

2M ago1:25:23

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Mark visits the Montrose Air Station Museum to hear about a new addition to their collection, part of a Halifax Bomber, which crashed in the Angus glens in 1944. Shan Brewis tells us the story behind the plane crash, and how the piece of wreckage came to be discovered exactly 80 years after the tragedy. Red Squirrels in Scotland are often under thr…

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Gary Louris talks to Mark Erelli on Songwriting, Late in Life Love, and Technology, ep. 299 1:01:02

2M ago1:01:02

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You probably know Gary Louris as the leader of The Jayhawks – or as they refer to themselves, “a band from Minnesota.” The Jayhawks are pioneers of roots rock, alt-country, and Americana. Whatever you wanna call it, they’ve been making records where rock, pop, country, and other forms of American roots music overlap since the mid-1980s. But Louris’…

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Wildlife on the Water of Leith 24:37

2M ago24:37

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During the Covid lockdown, Tom Kelly decided to stroll along the Water of Leith Walkway every single day and take photographs of the wildlife in the area. The photographer from Edinburgh has always had a keen interest in nature and he wanted to explore what was living in his own neighbourhood. The result is a huge collection of photographs showcasi…

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TNA : EP 46 The Exorcist : Believer (2023) 45:34

2M ago45:34

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Send us a text Think the Monkees (pop group that was made to try and replicate the Beatles success in.. look just ask someone over 40!) said it best in their hit song I’m a believer “…Seems the more I gave, the less I got. What's the use in tryin'? All you get is pain….(chorus)…Disappointment haunted all my dreams” We talk about this “horror film” …

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Episode #295 - Eyes of a Stranger(1981) 46:38

2M ago46:38

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Petty antagonistic phone calls are our favorite. Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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A Soutar's Shop, Jigsaws and Gorillas 1:22:05

2M ago1:22:05

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Winchburgh in West Lothian is expanding rapidly, with several new housing developments underway. At the heart of these new developments is the 85 acre Authcaldie Park, where Mark visits a group of volunteers who are building a new centre piece for the area – a model cathedral made entirely out of willow. RSPB Loch Leven has recently hosted the Conv…

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Lilly Hiatt: Driving Tunes and Life Lessons, ep. 297 44:50

2M ago44:50

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Singer-songwriter Lilly Hiatt has an interesting way of working melodies and a down to earth way of telling stories about her life and about how she sees the world. All of her albums have cool, crunchy guitar parts that take folk songwriting to a new rockin' level. On her new album 'Forever,' Hiatt's diverse influences are woven into songs that tou…

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The Glasgow Seed Library with Rowan Lear 23:39

2M ago23:39

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Helen Needham meets seed librarian Rowan LearBy BBC Radio Scotland

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Bonus Mary Sue Twohy: From Folk Roots to Radio Waves 41:12

2M ago41:12

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SiriusXM's folk radio programmer Mary Sue Twohy has not had a straight career path, but it's certainly been adventurous. Mary Sue, who is about to be inducted into the Folk DJ Hall of Fame, has held many different jobs over her life, most notably as a touring singer songwriter and as a beloved folk radio programmer, host and active community member…

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Episode #294 - American Hunter(1988) 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Gimme the cream Intro and Outro Music by Corpus Earthling: https://corpusearthling.bandcamp.com/By W&A

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