CG055: Bilbo Baggins Interview at ALEP 3

Every three years, much like Brigadoon, a small hobbit village arises from the mist in central Kentucky. I just got back and was able to snag an interview with one of the founders of ALEP, A Long Expected Party, the ultimate gathering of Lord of the Rings fans on the planet. Our very own Bilbo […]

CG054: Quiet Hobbits, Black 47 New CD, Celtic Christmas

I’m on the road to ALEP, The hobbit gathering in Central Kentucky. As I listen to some podcasts and CDs right, I got inspired to put out my own show and talk about some of the stuff that’s happening. Today’s show is sponsored by Audible. Get a free audiobook and a 30-day free trial at […]

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #175: 2 Hours of Celtic Music

Irish Celtic music from Brian O h’Uiginn, Ed Miller, Ciana, Kyle Carey, Black Market Haggis, Smithfield Fair, Sweetfire, Cianan, Atlantic Wave, The Pederick-Hutson Guitar Duo, The Bilge Pumps, Kailyarders, 3 Pints Gone, Fiddlinda: Linda Relph, Wild Colonial Bhoys, Bad Haggis, Beth Patterson, Emerald Rose, Derek Young, Trip McCool, Erin’s Guild, Tullamore, O’hanleigh, The Brazen Heads, […]

Pet Loving Experience / CG053

Last night, I had a very successful show of cat songs. About forty people showed up to celebrate our joint love of cats. I talk about that as well as some more riveting news that will have you on the edge of your seat anticipating cool new projects. Today’s show is brought to you by […]

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #174: Talk Like a Pirate Day

Irish Celtic music in show #174 celebrating Talking Like a Pirate Day with Allan Yn Y Fan, Kennedy’s Kitchen, Bourbon & Shamrocks, Captain Black Jack, Empty Hats, Rambling Sailors, Trinity River Whalers, SlipJig, Bob Conroy, The Gothard Sisters, The Kreellers, Heather Dale, Callanach, Bill Grogan’s Goat, The Shanties. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe […]

CG052: Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day

Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day may’ve once been associated with Arthur’s Day, and getting drunk on Guinness. I like to think of it as another reminder that Celtic music, dance, art, and culture are alive and growing throughout the world. I hope you will join me in celebrating Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day. Turn on […]

CG051: Celtic Music Emergency

I was looking at Google Trends today. I found that “Celtic music” has declined dramatically in popularity since 2008. So in today’s podcast, I not only talk about what happened, but also how we can change the trend and create a spike in popularity. Today’s show is sponsored by the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. […]

Irish & Celtic Music Podcast #173: Sherwood Celtic Music Festival

Irish Celtic music from The Rogues, Flashpoint, Socks in the Frying Pan, Shillelagh!,y Acoustalyn, Abby Green, Bedlam Bards, Ashley Davis, Chambless & Muse, Saxon Moon, Cleghorn, Blaggards, Faire to Middlin. www.celticmusicpodcast.com If you enjoy this show, then subscribe to our Celtic Music Magazine. This is our free newsletter and your guide to the latest Celtic […]

CG050: Sci Fi Drinking Songs Official Release

Sci Fi Drinking Songs is officially on sale. Go buy a copy OR post a review if you already own it. It’s on all the major digital distribution websites. celticmusic.org/SciFiDrinkingSongs Today’s show was sponsored by the Celtic Invasion of Donegal, Ireland at celticinvasion.com This Week’s Celtic Geek News My favorite albums I’ve released. You can find them […]

Celtfather #49: What Is Patreon?

What is Patreon? And how can you get involved supporting a musician and podcaster like me? Celtfather Music & Travel #49. I originally recorded this in 2014 for my Celtfather podcast. It was a bit out of date. I decided to update it for 2021. In this episode, I explain the two different types of […]