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John Flynn: A new year, New Beginnings
On today’s episode, we interview the great John Flynn. He’s a folk songwriter who sings about social justice, and then walks the walk. He’s...

Why 'Hey Jude' is a song for the season
Aaron didn’t think much of “Hey Jude” when he first heard it, but in this episode of the Nathans & Roncast, he looks at...

"Men and Rivers": Craig Bickhardt's reflection on our relationship with nature
In this bonus episode, Craig Bickhardt tells the story behind his song “Men and Rivers,” which he wrote about a flood in Nashville. It’s...

Talking "This Old House" with Craig Bickhardt
In this episode we talk with Craig Bickhardt about his poignant song “This Old House,” which he co-wrote with fellow Pennsylvanian and Hall of...

Giving thanks for Craig Bickhardt and his songcraft
We were fortunate to spend a morning sitting in front of microphones at the Pennsylvania home of Craig Bickhardt, one of our favorite songwriters,...

Live from Chicago, Elexa Dawson's "Blacksnake"
Here’s one more single from our live recording of this podcast at the Folk Alliance Region Midwest conference in September. This song is “Blacksnake,”...