![Talkin’ Blues](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72.jpg)
My love of music has led me to document music and the musicians. I am fascinated by the creative process behind the songs and performances. These are my conversations with those who live in music. If you have any questions or comments, please email at talkinblues@mac.com. Thanks for listening! Mako
Episodes
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 359 - Gretchen Menn](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 359 - Gretchen Menn
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
Saturday Jun 10, 2023
A conversation with American guitarist, educator and composer - Gretchen Menn (solo artist, Zepparella) - www.gretchenmenn.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 358 - John Fohl](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday May 27, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 358 - John Fohl
Saturday May 27, 2023
Saturday May 27, 2023
A conversation with New Orleans guitarist, singer and songwriter - John Fohl (solo artist, Dr. John, Cherry Poppin' Daddies).
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 357 - Michael Shrieve](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday May 20, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 357 - Michael Shrieve
Saturday May 20, 2023
Saturday May 20, 2023
A conversation with American drummer, percussionist, and composer - MIchael Shrieve (Santana, Automatic Man, Go, HSAS, solo artist) - http://www.michaelshrieve.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 356 - Paul Pigat](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday May 13, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 356 - Paul Pigat
Saturday May 13, 2023
Saturday May 13, 2023
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 355 - Angela Petrilli](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 355 - Angela Petrilli
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
A conversation with L.A. singer, songwriter and guitarist - Angela Petrilli (Angela Petrilli and The Players, Roses & Cigarettes) - https://www.angelapetrillimusic.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 354 - Duke Robillard](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 354 - Duke Robillard
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
Saturday Mar 25, 2023
A conversation with American guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, Duke Robillard (solo artist, Roomful of Blues, The Fabulous Thunderbirds) - https://www.dukerobillard.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 353 - Erin McCallum](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 353 - Erin McCallum
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
Saturday Mar 11, 2023
A conversation with Canadian singer/songwriter, Erin McCallum - http://www.erinmccallum.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 352 - Tommy Aldridge](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 352 - Tommy Aldridge
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
Saturday Mar 04, 2023
A conversation with American heavy metal and hard rock drummer - Tommy Aldridge (Black Oak Arkansas, Pat Travers Band, Ozzy Osbourne, Gary Moore, Whitesnake, Ted Nugent, and Iconic).
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 351 - Chris Frye](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Feb 25, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 351 - Chris Frye
Saturday Feb 25, 2023
Saturday Feb 25, 2023
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 350 - Shane Guse](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 350 - Shane Guse
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
A conversation with the recipient of seven Canadian Country Music Awards in the musician categories, a CCMA Musicians Hall of Honour inductee in 2018 and the founding member and leader of the Canadian Roots group, The Western Swing Authority - Shane Guse - https://thewesternswingauthority.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 349 - Brooke Blackburn](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 349 - Brooke Blackburn
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist, Brooke Blackburn (Blackburn Brothers & Bentley Collective) - http://www.blackburnbrothersmusic.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 348 - Charlie Huhn](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 03, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 348 - Charlie Huhn
Friday Feb 03, 2023
Friday Feb 03, 2023
A conversation with singer, songwriter and guitarist, Charlie Huhn (Foghat, Victory, Humble Pie, Gary Moore and Ted Nugent).
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 347 - Joseph Yanuziello](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 27, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 347 - Joseph Yanuziello
Friday Jan 27, 2023
Friday Jan 27, 2023
A conversation with Canadian Luthier - Joseph Yanuziello - https://www.yanuziello.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 346 - Dinuk Wijeratne](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 346 - Dinuk Wijeratne
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
A conversation with award-winning composer, pianist, conductor and educator - Dinuk Wijeratne - https://www.dinukwijeratne.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 345 - Michael Bridge](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 13, 2023
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 345 - Michael Bridge
Friday Jan 13, 2023
Friday Jan 13, 2023
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 344 - Joe Filisko](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 30, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 344 - Joe Filisko
Friday Dec 30, 2022
Friday Dec 30, 2022
A conversation with master harp player, teacher, custom harmonica pioneer, researcher and historian, Joe Filisko - https://www.filiskostore.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 343 - Peter D. Harper](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 343 - Peter D. Harper
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
A conversation with Award winning Australian singer/ songwriter/ virtuoso harmonica player/ didgeridoo performer - Peter D. Harper - https://harper.biz/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 342 - Joel Ivany](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 342 - Joel Ivany
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
A conversation with Canadian stage director and artistic director of Against the Grain Theatre, artistic director of Edmonton Opera and Program Director for Opera at the Banff Centre, Joel Ivany - www.atgtheatre.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 341 - Terry Wilkins](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 09, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 341 - Terry Wilkins
Friday Dec 09, 2022
Friday Dec 09, 2022
A conversation with Australian-born Canadian bassist, composer and producer - Terry Wilkins (Sinner's Choir, Raoul & The Big Time, David Wilcox & The Teddy Bears and Rough Trade).
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 340 - Mike Kappus](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 340 - Mike Kappus
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
A conversation with Blues Hall of Fame Inductee, founder of the Rosebud Agency, booking agent, manager and Grammy winning record producer - Mike Kappus -http://www.rosebudus.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 339 - Shane Theriot](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Nov 25, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 339 - Shane Theriot
Friday Nov 25, 2022
Friday Nov 25, 2022
A conversation with American guitarist, composer, and producer - Shane Theriot - https://www.shanetheriot.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 338 - Pouya Hamidi](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 338 - Pouya Hamidi
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Friday Nov 18, 2022
A conversation with music composer, Juno-nominated sound engineer, and co-founder of Ladom Ensemble, Pouya Hamidi - https://pouyahamidi.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 337 - J.T. Lauritsen](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 337 - J.T. Lauritsen
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Friday Nov 11, 2022
A conversation with Norwegian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist - J.T. Lauritsen - https://www.jtlauritsen.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 336 - Carlos del Junco](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 336 - Carlos del Junco
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
A conversation with singer, songwriter and harmonica player, Carlos del Junco - https://www.carlosdeljunco.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 335 - Scott Sharrard](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Oct 28, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 335 - Scott Sharrard
Friday Oct 28, 2022
Friday Oct 28, 2022
A conversation with singer/songwriter, lead guitarist and bandleader for the late Gregg Allman and newest member of the legendary Rock and Roll band, Little Feat - Scott Sharrard - https://www.scottsharrard.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 334 - Dr. Laura Carbone](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 334 - Dr. Laura Carbone
Friday Oct 07, 2022
Friday Oct 07, 2022
A conversation with Blues photographer (writer, promoter and a doctor who specializes in Nephrology) - Dr. Laura Carbone - http://www.drlauraphotography.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 333 - Miss Emily](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Sep 30, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 333 - Miss Emily
Friday Sep 30, 2022
Friday Sep 30, 2022
A conversation with Juno nominated, Maple Blues Award winner, Singer/Songwriter - Miss Emily - https://themissemily.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 332 - Devin Moore](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 332 - Devin Moore
Friday Sep 23, 2022
Friday Sep 23, 2022
A conversation with the co-founder and creative director of Opus Illuminate and the violist for the Isidore String Quartet, Devin Moore. The Isidore String Quartet recently won 1st prize at the 14th Banff International String Quartet Competition - https://www.isidorestringquartet.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 331 - Alan Cross](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 331 - Alan Cross
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
A conversation with Canadian radio broadcaster, podcaster and writer, Alan Cross - www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 330 - Steve Smith](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Sep 10, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 330 - Steve Smith
Saturday Sep 10, 2022
Saturday Sep 10, 2022
A conversation with the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Steve Smith (Vital Information, Journey, Steps Ahead) - http://www.vitalinformation.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 329 - Big Ben Richardson](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 329 - Big Ben Richardson
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
Sunday Sep 04, 2022
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 328 - Ted Peters](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 328 - Ted Peters
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 327 - Jeff Paris](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 327 - Jeff Paris
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
A conversation with songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Jeff Paris (solo artist, Coco Montoya, Keb'Mo).
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 326 - Franck Goldwasser](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 326 - Franck Goldwasser
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
A conversation with Paris-born, West Coast blues guitarist, Franck L. Goldwasser (solo artist, The Goldwasser/Rannenberg/Wade Trio, Mannish Boys) - https://francklgoldwasser.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 325 - Mike Massé](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 325 - Mike Massé
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
A conversation with performer of epic acoustic classic rock, Mike Massé - https://mikemasse.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 324 - Dave Hodge](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 324 - Dave Hodge
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
A conversation with an Award-winning sportscaster and an avid music fan, Dave Hodge.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 323 - Andrew Galloway & Bruce Greenaway](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Jul 23, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 323 - Andrew Galloway & Bruce Greenaway
Saturday Jul 23, 2022
Saturday Jul 23, 2022
A conversation with the president of Electro-Fi Records, Andrew Galloway (www.electrofi.com) and graphic designer, Bruce Greenaway.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 322 - Jason Lee Mckinney](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 322 - Jason Lee Mckinney
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
A conversation with Nashville based Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician, Jason Lee McKinney - https://www.jasonleemckinneyband.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 321 - Joe Bouchard](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 321 - Joe Bouchard
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
A conversation with musician, singer/songwriter and producer - Joe Bouchard (Blue Oyster Cult, solo artist, Blue Coupe & Bouchard Brothers) - joebouchard.com.
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 320 - Chicago Slim](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 320 - Chicago Slim
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
A conversation with Bluesman/DJ/Producer - Chicago Slim, aka Dr. Daniel Ivankovich. Dr. Ivankovich is also a trauma/spine surgeon, who heads OnePatient – Global Health Initiative, a nonprofit that specializes in musculoskeletal health and wellness and serves residents of underserved communities throughout Chicago - https://chicagoslim.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 319 - Kai Strauss](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jun 23, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 319 - Kai Strauss
Thursday Jun 23, 2022
Thursday Jun 23, 2022
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 318 - Jim Pugh](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jun 17, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 318 - Jim Pugh
Friday Jun 17, 2022
Friday Jun 17, 2022
A conversation with keyboardist (Etta James, Elvin Bishop & Robert Cray), producer and executive director of Little Village Foundation, Jim Pugh - http://littlevillagefoundation.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 317 - Joseph Johnson](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 317 - Joseph Johnson
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
Thursday Jun 09, 2022
A conversation with the Principal cellist of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, soloist and educator, Joseph Johnson - https://www.joecello.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 316 - Amy Sky](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jun 02, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 316 - Amy Sky
Thursday Jun 02, 2022
Thursday Jun 02, 2022
A conversation with Canadian singer-songwriter, record producer, theatre actress, and television host, Amy Sky - amysky.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 315 - Dave Weld](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Monday May 23, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 315 - Dave Weld
Monday May 23, 2022
Monday May 23, 2022
A conversation with Chicago blues musician and Delmark recording artist, Dave Weld - https://www.daveweld.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 314 - Gary Cain](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 19, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 314 - Gary Cain
Thursday May 19, 2022
Thursday May 19, 2022
A conversation with Canadian-born guitarist, singer and songwriter (currently based in Austin, Texas) - Gary Cain - www.garycainband.com
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 313 - Mighty Mike Schermer](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 12, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 313 - Mighty Mike Schermer
Thursday May 12, 2022
Thursday May 12, 2022
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 312 - Toronzo Cannon](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 05, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 312 - Toronzo Cannon
Thursday May 05, 2022
Thursday May 05, 2022
A conversation with American electric blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter - Toronzo Cannon - https://www.toronzocannon.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 311 - Pete Schmidt](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast episode 311 - Pete Schmidt
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
A conversation with Canadian guitarist based out of Lima, Peru and co-founder of Pete Schmidt Guitar Accessories - Pete Schmidt - https://peteschmidt.com/
![Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 310 - Mike Nagoda](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/84342/TBPODCAST72_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Talkin’ Blues Podcast Episode 310 - Mike Nagoda
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
A conversation with Blues and Roots musician, independent recording artist and Double Slide Guitarist, Mike Nagoda -https://www.mikenagoda.com