Best Guitar Instruction Podcasts (2025)

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Canadian Rockers, AOR conspiracy and moustaches! 59:23

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11d ago59:23

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss little know Canadian rockers. Whether AOR is the victim of a vast industry wide conspiracy and ask is it ever OK for a guitarist to have a moustache. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Episode 1: Wassup Wassup?! 12:00

16d ago12:00

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We’re Going to Learn Guitar…Eventually In this debut episode, host Carver Monk introduces himself and the story behind this podcast: a journey that began with one G chord from his dad and evolved into a lifelong exploration across genres, techniques, and tones. From jazz ensembles to death metal dive bars, Carver’s path has never been linear — and …

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Episode 0: Welcome 3:12

26d ago3:12

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In this short intro, host Carver Monk shares what Learn Guitar…Eventually is all about: an intentional, accessible, and structured podcast for new and returning guitarists who want to build real musical freedom. Whether you’re just picking up the instrument or rebuilding from the basics, this journey starts with clarity, patience, and purpose. If y…

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AOR in the modern age? 56:27

1M ago56:27

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Send us a text In the latest episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we discuss whether AOR style Rock still has a place in the modern age. We talk the killer new album by Giant and share our thoughts on what makes a great guitar player. Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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The Grunge Conspiracy 52:44

2M ago52:44

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we move into the conspiracy podcast space with the notion that big pharma and the record labels conspired to have grunge take over music. We also talk about whether it is possible to market bands made up of older players, or is it all just Dad Rock? Subscribe today wherever you …

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I believe the children are our future, give them guitars and let them lead the way! 59:32

2M ago59:32

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore reasons to be upbeat about the future of guitar! Also we get an update on the passion of the Andrew! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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075 Louise Ball, LPGA 35:20

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When upscale guitars go import, does it hurt the brand? 1:01:48

3M ago1:01:48

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we ask what it does to the image of a high-end guitar builder when it starts making less expensive import models. Also, Ryan shares a personal story of a student's horrible decision! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!…

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074: Baxter Clement, Casino Guitars 37:33

3M ago37:33

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The Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area of North Carolina is a burgeoning music destination. And no one has a better pulse of the local music scene and its potential like Baxter Clement, owner of Casino Guitars in downtown Southern Pines. Clement has spent most of his life in the music industry and has traveled the world to perform.But, Southe…

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073: Tim Russell, Executive Director of the Sunrise Theater 33:25

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Tim Russell is the new executive director of the Sunrise Theater in downtown Southern Pines. His path to the stage at the Sunrise spans the globe from Australia to Hong Kong to Europe as a corporate executive. All along the way, he's always been a huge music fan and part-time musician. He's been a resident of Moore County for about 10 years, and wh…

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Do we really want our favorite bands to evolve? 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we ask whether or not we really want our favorite bands to evolve as their career goes on, or should they stay the same? We also explore what it means when someone says an artist isn't relevant! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!…

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Growing up in the 80's guitar arms race! 1:02:42

3M ago1:02:42

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Send us a text On this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we talk about the 80's guitar arms race and discuss you tube click bait that you need to avoid! Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Season Final - Understanding Chord Progressions with the Number System 20:55

4M ago20:55

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Send us a text In this SEASON FINALE of Fret Friends, I leave you with a cliff hanger! No, not really. I'll be back though. Season 2 is being planned as we speak! Today's episode is all about the understanding of chord progressions, specifically by using the number system. Thank you to all those who have listened from all around the world - you're …

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Rich Kaz on playing bass, music retail and the future of music! 1:08:15

4M ago1:08:15

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Send us a text On this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we welcome special guest Rich Kaz to discuss bass playing, his history in music and the future of music retail. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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How To Get Out Of A Rut 16:44

4M ago16:44

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my the topic of how to get out of a rut. This is life! We all get stuck once in a while. Enjoy these example and try to keep an open mind. These will help. :) Sit back and enjoy! Thank you all! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apg…

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Tariff's, Fender guitar prices and your local music store! 55:35

4M ago55:35

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Send us a text On this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss how the Tariff's will affect guitar prices and the pressure that will put on local music stores and on giants like Fender. Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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72: Joe Grant 32:36

4M ago32:36

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71: Dr. Savannah Gardner, The Movement Foundry 36:09

4M ago36:09

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Golf doesn’t just bring people from all over the world to experience our world-class, Top 100 courses— it also attracts a variety of businesses connected to the golf industry.One of those is Dr. Savannah Gardner, a board-certified chiropractic physician and owner of The Movement Foundry in Southern Pines. Originally from Jupiter, FL, Dr. Gardner is…

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The Power of Ear Training - Dominant 7 + Major 7 chords - what are they? 14:23

4M ago14:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we continue our mini segment 'The Power of Ear Training' with the next step - Dominant 7 + Major 7 chords! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, hearing the difference is as important as actually playing the different chords! Let's go! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apg…

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Top 2 Acoustic Versions of Hits! 27:08

5M ago27:08

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my Top 2 Acoustic Versions of Hits! Not live lounge, no. Not covers from other people, no. By the bands themselves! Sit back and enjoy! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If …

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I am not ready for wheelchair Ozzy! 1:15:12

5M ago1:15:12

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we discuss whether or not we want to see Ozzy fronting Black Sabbath in a wheelchair. That and a whole lot more on this episode! Subscribe today, wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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70: David Hyatt 31:37

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The Power of Ear Training - How to tell the difference between a Major and Minor chord 16:24

5M ago16:24

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we begin our mini segment 'The Power of Ear Training' with the first step - how to tell the difference between a Major and Minor chord! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, hearing the difference is as important as actually playing the different chords! Support the show Subscribe & Conn…

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Common Guitar Mistakes 8:52

5M ago8:52

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into my experiences with students and the common mistakes they make whilst learning guitar. More importantly, I explain the answers to these! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If…

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Super Bowl halftime show and the Grammys' Oh my! 1:10:09

5M ago1:10:09

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore how to deal with it when modern culture leaves you behind, and what to make of popular music today! Subscribe today wherever you get your Podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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69: Tom Stewart 38:13

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Instagram Q+A! I Answer YOUR questions 11:23

5M ago11:23

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, I answer YOUR questions! Thank you to all the questions I received for this episode via Instagram. You made this episode happen! Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail [email protected] If you enjoyed this epi…

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How To Improvise A Guitar Solo / Soloing Improvisation Tips! 12:18

5M ago12:18

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into the popular topic of improvisation through guitar soloing! There’s no "right" or "wrong" when it comes to improvising, just different ways of creating musical ideas. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk M…

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68: Greg Ohlendorf, Golf Adventurer 40:30

6M ago40:30

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Millions of people love to play golf, but there is arguably no one more passionate about playing golf on as many courses as possible than Greg Ohlendorf. And we're are not just talking any golf courses. Ohlendorf is the second person to play Golf Magazine's World Top 100 Courses and Golfweek's Top 100 Modern and Classic Golf Courses. He's also play…

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A Typical Guitar Practice Routine 13:10

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into what a typical guitar practice routine could look like! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, how you practice is just as important as what you practice. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk…

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Is the rise of the tick tock star the end of bands as we know it? 1:04:00

6M ago1:04:00

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore whether solo success on Tick Tock will lead to the end of people forming bands. We also remember the late great John Sykes and his amazing music. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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How To Practice Guitar 10:39

6M ago10:39

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Send us a text In this episode of Fret Friends, we dive into the essential topic of effective guitar practice. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, how you practice is just as important as what you practice. Support the show Subscribe & Connect: Instagram @apguitarguru TikTok @apguitarguru YouTube @apguitartv Web apguitar.co.uk Mail …

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67: Scott Peacock, Director of Marketing, VisitNC 37:43

6M ago37:43

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North Carolina ranks as the fifth most-visited state in the U.S., welcoming approximately 43 million visitors in 2023. The state's tourism efforts are driven by VisitNC, part of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. Scott Peacock, the Director of Marketing for VisitNC, works alongside state tourism director Wit Tuttell and the Vis…

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66: Joe Steadman, Director of Instruction, CCNC 42:47

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From the battlefield of Iraq and Afghanistan to the plush confines of The Country Club of North Carolina, Joe Steadman has quite the story to tell. Throughout it all, the one common denominator and glue that has kept him going is the game of golf. From his youth growing up in upstate New York to his current role as the director of instruction at CC…

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65: Cassy Tully, Golf Artist and Philanthropist 31:32

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Cassy Tully could be considered the female version of LeRoy Neiman. Her artwork celebrates the style, captures the memories, and preserves the legacies of majestic golf courses, prestigious properties, and private patrons. Her championship golf art includes works for the USGA, PGA of America, Veteran Golfers Association, and the Arnold Palmer Found…

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Great Guitar tones that only exist on the record! 1:00:54

6M ago1:00:54

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore sought after guitar tones that only exist on the records. Is it a fruitless task to try to get that VH1 tone? Find out here! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Why the Satanic Panic was so important! 1:26:56

7M ago1:26:56

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we explore why the Satanic panic of the late eighties was so important to Rock and Metal. Ryan also shares what it meant to him as a young rocker. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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064: Hakim Isler, The Black MacGyver 42:21

7M ago42:21

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Survivalist, Ninja, the Black MacGyver! His name is Hakim Isler, the nation's premier professional African-American survival expert. He is most notably recognized for his appearances on Discovery Channel's Naked & Afraid, Naked & Afraid XL, and FOX's Kicking & Screaming. A man of many skills, Hakim is a decorated combat war veteran, Ninja sixth deg…

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King Diamond concert review and the state of USA Rock! 1:27:21

7M ago1:27:21

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast Ryan gives an in depth review of the recent King Diamond concert tour. Also we discuss why Europe, South America and Japan get all of the cool shows. Can the USA get back in the game? Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!…

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Is being a flake a part of being a musician? 1:03:25

8M ago1:03:25

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we ask whether being a flake is just part of being a musician, or just plain unprofessional! Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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What Guitar Hero would make the best president? 1:18:03

8M ago1:18:03

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast we take our politics to the literal woodshed and discuss what guitar heroes would make the best presidents! Would we be better off under president George Lynch or President DeMartini? What is better a Jake E Lee/ Zakk Wylde ticket or a Schon/Lukather ticket? We discuss! Subscrib…

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Can an Artist keep any sort of mystique in an over sharing world? 1:08:32

9M ago1:08:32

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential Podcast, we explore whether or not the current era of ultra engagement with fans is good for either the artist or the fan. Would it be better to keep some things out of the public eye? We discuss. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!…

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The view of a Drummer/Producer with Tom Frost 1:46:14

9M ago1:46:14

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast, we go behind the scenes of a pro Drummer and Producer as we talk to Tom Frost about his experience in the music scene. We go deep into the keys of a producer's ear, and talk about what the future holds for Rock music!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe

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Send us a text In this episode of the Rock Guitar Confidential podcast we explore what happens when a band hits its commercial zenith and then proceeds to crash and burn creatively (I'm looking at you Metallica!). Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!By Scott Allen and Ryan Bowe