Rhymefest: American Rapper, Writer, Community Organizer, and Explorer
In this week’s episode John meets with American rapper and prolific creator, Che “Rhymefest” Smith to discuss Hip-Hop, his upcoming album, and Hollywo...
World Music Foundation Podcast
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The goal of this show is simple: opening minds through Music! We bring you interviews with world-renowned musicians from every part of the globe, as well as our own explorations of musical styles, instruments, and artists. If you believe, like us, that open ears = open minds, then come with us into broader horizons!
Wu Fei: Genre-bending Composer, Guzheng Virtuoso & Vocalist From Beijing
Wu Fei describes herself as an ancient soul trapped in a feisty woman's body. Hailing from Beijing, China, Wu Fei is a multi-talented musician and com...
Louis York: American Griots, Weirdo Workshop Founders, and Multi-GRAMMY Nominated Musicians
This week's episode takes us to Nashville, TN, USA where John visits Weirdo Workshop, the music label and creative headquarters for our guests, Louis ...
Roberto Fonseca: Cuban Pianist, Composer, and Bandleader
Self-proclaimed "crazy, romantic musician", Roberto Fonseca, speaks with John about his recently released 9th solo album, Yesun, along with the life e...
Femi Kuti: Afrobeat Legend And Concerned Citizen Of The World
As a renowned Afrobeat and Jazz musician with four GRAMMY nominations, Femi Kuti is well-respected around the world for opening minds through the powe...
Goat Picnic: Hill Country Music of North Mississippi
John travels down to Coldwater, MS for the 69th Annual Goat Picnic in honor of fife & drum legend, Otha Turner. What started off as something else, en...
Mei-Ann Chen: Award-Winning Taiwanese-American Conductor & Music Director
Praised for her dynamic, passionate conducting style, Taiwanese-American conductor Mei-Ann Chen is acclaimed for infusing orchestras with energy, enth...
Mile of Music Festival Part 2: Afro-Cuban, Mariachi, Ghanaian Drumming, and Menominee Flute Interviews & Workshops
Last week, we spoke with Brian & Leila Pertl, and members of the Music Education Team, who have helped design the Mile of Music Festival, especially t...
Mile of Music Festival Part 1: Cultivating An Inclusive View Of Local Music
We were delighted to discover the Mile Of Music Festival, which curates international music workshops alongside concerts of Americana and Folk music. ...
Jess Sah Bi & Peter One: Ivory Coast Guitar & Vocal Duo
Jess Sah Bi & Peter One, musicians from Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa, recall hearing the harmonies and guitars of Simon and Garfunkel and Cat Stevens ...