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Big Mo Pod Show 010 – “Music Changes Context”
Another edition of the weekly podcast rolls out with your hosts John and Noah discussing deep cut blues from John’s most recent show. This week’s songs cover a wide range of topics and eras, with one track in particular by Blues Traveler sparking a conversation about how the power of music can change the tone …
Big Mo Pod Show 008 – “Blues In The Schools”
On this special episode John goes solo and tells the story of how Kirkwood’s Blues In The Schools program got started, as well as the how’s and why’s of its production. Listen in to discover where the program came from and why its important to Iowa’s blues community!
Big Mo Pod Show 009 – “Do What You Love And Do It Well”
In another special episode this week John interviews local music legend Dan “DJ” Johnson, a musical polymath who’s dabbled in songwriting, bass playing, and signing over a fifty year career that’s still ongoing! Tune in to this episode to learn a little about how he plays and the ethos that goes behind his performances.
Big Mo Pod 007 – “Subverting Expectations”
This week John and Noah delve into the depths of John’s mind, discussing a sampling of songs he chose for Friday’s blues show. The five tracks cover a wide range of blues tones, including some down home beats from the Lone Star State! Songs featured in this episode: Jimmie Vaughn – “baby, Please Come Home” …
Big Mo Pod Show 006- “Funky Fruit”
In this week’s installment of the Big Mo Pod Show Noah and John discuss some of the artists featured in Friday’s show, covering a little of each one’s history and why John chose to play those tunes. This episode features a few artists that take a departure from John’s usual selections, including Big Sam’s Funky …
Big Mo Pod Show 005 “Let Love Triumph”
In this week’s installment of the Big Mo Pod Show John and Noah discuss a selection of songs and the artists that made them from this Friday’s show, including works by Swamp Cabbage, Jackie Venson, and Son Seals. The music they cover inspires a range of conversation topics, like the need to forgive those around …
Big Mo Pod Show 004 – “A Taste for Kingsnake”
John and producer Noah discuss a smattering of songs from the April 19th, 2024 show, with songs from Kenney Neal, The Derek Trucks Band, and many more! Learn a little about each artist and why John decided to play their tracks on this week’s episode! Songs featured in the episode: Ronnie Baker Brooks – “Twine …