Best Mocean Worker Podcasts (2025)

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Joe Alterman and Mocean Worker! 2:06:17

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20d ago2:06:17

2:06:17

Pianist Joe Alterman and bassist/producer Mocean Worker and I discuss a shared love of music and stories from funky soul jazz pianist Les McCann, plus Cinderella mice, meat skin restaurants, bluegrass festivals, three-ring circuses, gospel funk, and more! And we drop names like rain! Check out Joe Alterman and Mocean Worker! Websites: https://joeal…

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Stefan Redtenbacher! 1:59:35

6d ago1:59:35

1:59:35

Stefan Redtenbacher from Redtenbacher's Funkestra RETURNS for a new segment: 40 Minutes of Funk FURTHER, to discuss the latest news and info since his first visit to the show (Season One: Episode 9)! This time, we talk about Redtenbacher's Funkestra's 30-year anniversary, a new album release, funky flamingos, remixing Herb Alpert, shuttlecocks, and…

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Polyrhythmics! 1:43:20

13d ago1:43:20

1:43:20

Ben and Art from Polyrhythmics catch up with me about vibroslaps, the Northwest funk scene, space-echoed flute, kung fu imagery, baritone flutes, Go-Go music, and more! Check out Polyrhythmics! Websites: https://www.polyrhythmics.com/ | https://polyrhythmics.bandcamp.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/polyrhythmics/ 40 Minutes of Funk is an int…

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ELEVEN: Georgia Maq, Dillon Warnek, RIX 59:43

14d ago59:43

59:43

#167. Georgia Maq converses with The Devil and God, Dillon Warnek reflects upon recklessness, Jano & Luther Rix combine forces to remake a Dr. John classic. Ron shares new faves from Social Station, Andrew Bird + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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ELEVEN: Georgia Maq, Dillon Warnek, RIX 59:44

14d ago59:44

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#167. Georgia Maq converses with The Devil and God, Dillon Warnek reflects upon recklessness, Jano & Luther Rix combine forces to remake a Dr. John classic. Ron shares new faves from Social Station, Andrew Bird + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr…

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The Freedom Affair! 1:25:58

27d ago1:25:58

1:25:58

Paula and Dave from The Freedom Affair stop by to discuss Disney parodies, Isaac Hayes' car, the smell of old studio stuff, jazz lineages, iWatch commercials, Stevie Wonder's disapproval, and more! Check out The Freedom Affair! Website: https://thefreedomaffair.bandcamp.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomaffair/ | https://www.facebook…

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Skies of Venus! 1:06:08

1M ago1:06:08

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Skies of Venus front man Matt and I chat about punk bands, noodling at home, science fiction, one-chord vamps, Spotify warehouses, bossa nova grooves, and more! Check out Skies of Venus! Website: https://skiesofvenus.bandcamp.com/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/skiesofvenus/ 40 Minutes of Funk is an interview podcast focusing on Funk practitione…

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Michael B! 1:46:55

1M ago1:46:55

1:46:55

Season Three's opening episode flips the script and features host and producer Michael B in the hot seat! Special guest interviewer Stefan Redtenbacher (Redtenbacher's Funkestra) and Michael discuss Solid Gold dancing, marching band, the Funk Bomb, his funk journey and outlets, and what he did on his two-year vacation (from podcasting). Tune in for…

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ELEVEN: Madeline Kenney, Lynyn, In The Pines 56:16

2M ago56:16

56:16

#166. Madeline Kenney throws a marimba party, Lynyn moves to the rhythm of modular synths, In The Pines make their sunbeam dream a reality. Ron shares new faves from Dillon Warnek, Indigo De Souza + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca…

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166: Madeline Kenney, Lynyn, In The Pines 56:17

2M ago56:17

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#166. Madeline Kenney throws a marimba party, Lynyn moves to the rhythm of modular synths, In The Pines make their sunbeam dream a reality. Ron shares new faves from Dillon Warnek, Indigo De Souza + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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Season Three Starts Sept. 4! 1:01

2M ago1:01

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Season Three of the 40 Minutes of Funk podcast drops Thursday, September 4th, 2025! It's been more than TWO YEARS, but we are heading back SOON with all-new interviews and music from all over the globe. Catch up on past episodes from Seasons One and Two TODAY, and be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @40minutesoffunk to make sure you’re u…

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Helloween 29:59

2M ago29:59

29:59

#165. Singer Andi Deris talks with Ron about leaving Germany for the Canary Islands, idolizing KISS, trading his accordion for an electric guitar, celebrating 40 years of heavy metal in Helloween. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…

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Helloween 30:00

2M ago30:00

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#165. Singer Andi Deris talks with Ron about leaving Germany for the Canary Islands, idolizing KISS, trading his accordion for an electric guitar, celebrating 40 years of heavy metal in Helloween.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

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ELEVEN: Adam Wright, Stella and the Very Messed, Joe Alterman + Mocean Worker 50:40

3M ago50:40

50:40

#164. Adam Wright has an Austin-inspired fever dream, Stella and the Very Messed break up with the past, Joe Alterman + Mocean Worker pay tribute to a soul jazz legend. Ron shares new faves from Atsuko Chiba, POLICA + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.c…

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ELEVEN: Adam Wright, Stella and the Very Messed, Joe Alterman + Mocean Worker 50:39

3M ago50:39

50:39

#164. Adam Wright has an Austin-inspired fever dream, Stella and the Very Messed break up with the past, Joe Alterman + Mocean Worker pay tribute to a soul jazz legend. Ron shares new faves from Atsuko Chiba, POLICA + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Preoccupations 25:08

3M ago25:08

25:08

#163. Scott "Monty" Munro of Canadian post-punk band Preoccupations talks with Ron about the band's democratic DIY spirit, their Black Sabbath cover band, and their near-name change to Santa Claus Orchestra. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

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Preoccupations 25:09

3M ago25:09

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#163. Scott "Monty" Munro of Canadian post-punk band Preoccupations talks with Ron about the band's democratic DIY spirit, their Black Sabbath cover band, and their near-name change to Santa Claus Orchestra.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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ELEVEN: Paul McDonald, Phoebe Rings, Peter Salett 52:40

4M ago52:40

52:40

#162. Paul McDonald holds on to his loved ones, Phoebe Rings drifts towards bleeps and bloops, Peter Salett tunes down and tunes into the natural world. Ron shares new faves from Other Lives, Wombo + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…

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ELEVEN: Paul McDonald, Phoebe Rings, Peter Salett 52:39

4M ago52:39

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#162. Paul McDonald holds on to his loved ones, Phoebe Rings drifts towards bleeps and bloops, Peter Salett tunes down and tunes into the natural world. Ron shares new faves from Other Lives, Wombo + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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Soul Coughing 28:58

4M ago28:58

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#161. Memphis singer/songwriter Mike Doughty returns to talk with Ron about his commitment to creating on Patreon, the allure of A.I., and the reasons behind the Soul Coughing reunion he said would never happen. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…

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Soul Coughing 28:59

4M ago28:59

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#161. Memphis singer/songwriter Mike Doughty returns to talk with Ron about his commitment to creating on Patreon, the allure of A.I., and the reasons behind the Soul Coughing reunion he said would never happen.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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ELEVEN: The Last Revel, Real Estate, After Ours 54:06

5M ago54:06

54:06

#160. The Last Revel draws inspiration from an accident, Real Estate releases some rarities, After Ours finds the missing piece to her debut album, and Ron shares new faves from Indigo De Souza, Doobie + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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ELEVEN: The Last Revel, Real Estate, After Ours 54:07

5M ago54:07

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#160. The Last Revel draws inspiration from an accident, Real Estate releases some rarities, After Ours finds the missing piece to her debut album, and Ron shares new faves from Indigo De Souza, Doobie + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

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Poster Children 34:56

5M ago34:56

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#159. Ron talks with Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin of Illinois indie rock band Poster Children about their pioneering podcast, four decades of music making, riding the wave of Nirvana mania, and surviving the grunge-era feeding frenzy.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at h…

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Poster Children 34:55

5M ago34:55

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#159. Ron talks with Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin of Illinois indie rock band Poster Children about their pioneering podcast, four decades of music making, riding the wave of Nirvana mania, and surviving the grunge-era feeding frenzy. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at…

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ELEVEN: Larry Peace-Love Yes, SENNA, X-RL7 + AL1CE 51:41

6M ago51:41

51:41

#158. Larry Peace-Love Yes becomes present in his body, SENNA preaches songwriting patience, AL1CE and X-RL7 collab on an animated adventure, and Ron shares new faves from Ya I Feel Ya, Sparks, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califor…

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ELEVEN: Larry Peace-Love Yes, SENNA, X-RL7 + AL1CE 51:40

6M ago51:40

51:40

#158. Larry Peace-Love Yes becomes present in his body, SENNA preaches songwriting patience, AL1CE and X-RL7 collab on an animated adventure, and Ron shares new faves from Ya I Feel Ya, Sparks, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Calif…

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ELEVEN: Big Black Delta, Janet Devlin, Theodore 57:57

7M ago57:57

57:57

#157. Big Black Delta meditates on an era of uncertainty, Janet Devlin comes back to her senses, Theodore has musical orgasms, and Ron shares new faves from Courting, Alan Sparhawk, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac…

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ELEVEN: Big Black Delta, Janet Devlin, Theodore 57:58

7M ago57:58

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#157. Big Black Delta meditates on an era of uncertainty, Janet Devlin comes back to her senses, Theodore has musical orgasms, and Ron shares new faves from Courting, Alan Sparhawk, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy …

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Spurlin 21:31

7M ago21:31

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#156. Ron talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter Dillon Spurlin about a pure love of creating, our cold email courtship, growing up in a musical family, embracing baldness and The Beatles. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Spurlin 21:32

7M ago21:32

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#156. Ron talks with Minnesota singer/songwriter Dillon Spurlin about a pure love of creating, our cold email courtship, growing up in a musical family, embracing baldness and The Beatles.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…

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ELEVEN: Social Station, mclusky, Love In Reverse 53:16

8M ago53:16

53:16

#155. Social Station finally meets their record label, mclusky makes a comeback with a phallic opener, Love In Reverse stops so band members can move forward, and Ron shares new faves from Niis, Preoccupations, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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ELEVEN: Social Station, mclusky, Love In Reverse 53:17

8M ago53:17

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#155. Social Station finally meets their record label, mclusky makes a comeback with a phallic opener, Love In Reverse stops so band members can move forward, and Ron shares new faves from Niis, Preoccupations, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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Rob Mastrianni 23:19

8M ago23:19

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#154. Ron talks with NYC guitarist Rob Mastrianni about being banished to Catholic school, his Brooklyn roots, birds of prey, belly dancers, releasing his first-ever solo album. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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Rob Mastrianni 23:20

8M ago23:20

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#154. Ron talks with NYC guitarist Rob Mastrianni about being banished to Catholic school, his Brooklyn roots, birds of prey, belly dancers, releasing his first-ever solo album.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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ELEVEN: Shutdown, Gloin, Pray For Sound 52:10

9M ago52:10

52:10

#153. Shutdown celebrates 30 years of Brooklyn hardcore, Gloin gets dynamic, Pray For Sound bakes an album opener for two years, and Ron shares new faves from Boutique Feelings, Eidola + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…

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ELEVEN: Shutdown, Gloin, Pray For Sound 52:11

9M ago52:11

52:11

#153. Shutdown celebrates 30 years of Brooklyn hardcore, Gloin gets dynamic, Pray For Sound bakes an album opener for two years, and Ron shares new faves from Boutique Feelings, Eidola + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva…

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Paul Spring 33:07

10M ago33:07

33:07

#152. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Paul Spring about touring in a canoe, his bohemian ancestry, playing Sunny's Bar, pottery-related popularity, and why he'll likely never sign with a label.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…

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Paul Spring 33:06

10M ago33:06

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#152. Ron talks with singer/songwriter Paul Spring about touring in a canoe, his bohemian ancestry, playing Sunny's Bar, pottery-related popularity, and why he'll likely never sign with a label. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

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ELEVEN: Nona Invie, Ben Hazlewood, Bear Hands 56:23

10M ago56:23

56:23

#151. Nona Invie raises their vocal game, Ben Hazlewood is too loud for Tokyo, Bear Hands wreck cars in the desert, and Ron shares new faves from Paul Spring, Haley Heynderickx, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No…

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ELEVEN: Nona Invie, Ben Hazlewood, Bear Hands 56:24

10M ago56:24

56:24

#151. Nona Invie raises their vocal game, Ben Hazlewood is too loud for Tokyo, Bear Hands wreck cars in the desert, and Ron shares new faves from Paul Spring, Haley Heynderickx, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Noti…

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Ben Katzman's DeGreaser 30:51

11M ago30:51

30:51

#150. Ron talks with Miami guitarist Ben Katzman about competing on Survivor, teaching young people to shred, Jews who rock, why being yourself is the best recipe for success. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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Ben Katzman's DeGreaser 30:57

11M ago30:57

30:57

#150. Ron talks with Miami guitarist Ben Katzman about competing on Survivor, teaching young people to shred, Jews who rock, why being yourself is the best recipe for success.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http…

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ELEVEN: Bike Routes, Illiterate Light, Patrick Watson 51:47

11M ago51:47

51:47

#149. Bike Routes cruise through the streets of New Jersey, Illiterate Light push themselves towards Hollywood, Patrick Watson loses his voice and finds inspiration, and Ron shares new faves from Sinkane, Waxahatchee + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art1…

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ELEVEN: Bike Routes, Illiterate Light, Patrick Watson 51:48

11M ago51:48

51:48

#149. Bike Routes cruise through the streets of New Jersey, Illiterate Light push themselves towards Hollywood, Patrick Watson loses his voice and finds inspiration, and Ron shares new faves from Sinkane, Waxahatchee + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.…

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Sigur Ros 26:13

12M ago26:13

26:13

#148. Ron talks with Georg Holm of post-rock trio Sigur Ros about what being a musician really means, authenticity, embracing laziness, and finally making a record that sounds like Iceland. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac…

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148: Sigur Ros 26:14

12M ago26:14

26:14

#148. Ron talks with Georg Holm of post-rock trio Sigur Ros about what being a musician really means, authenticity, embracing laziness, and finally making a record that sounds like Iceland.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy …

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ELEVEN: Nitecap, OMBIIGIZI, Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart 58:51

1y ago58:51

58:51

#147. Nitecap mixes funk and synth-heavy soul to make a voice memo sound bananas, OMBIIGIZI puts Big Pharma on trial, Rebecca Haviland waxes nostalgic for late-night New York City, and Ron shares new faves from SPRINTS, Father John Misty, + more.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Po…

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ELEVEN: Nitecap, OMBIIGIZI, Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart 58:50

1y ago58:50

58:50

#147. Nitecap mixes funk and synth-heavy soul to make a voice memo sound bananas, OMBIIGIZI puts Big Pharma on trial, Rebecca Haviland waxes nostalgic for late-night New York City, and Ron shares new faves from SPRINTS, Father John Misty, + more. Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentminded See Privacy …

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United Record Pressing 24:26

1y ago24:26

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#146. Ron takes a tour of Nashville's United Record Pressing - the largest and longest-operating vinyl manufacturer in the US - and talks 75 years of music history with URP's Cam Sarrett.Sponsored by DistroKid. Get 30% off your membership at distrokid.com/vip/independentmindedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No…