Folk Songs & Stories #302: Catnipping Green

Folk Songs & Stories #302: Catnipping Green

What happens when a kitty passes from this life to the next? It’s filled with milk and catnip and all the luxuries a cat could possibly enjoy. Hear the story of “Catnipping Green” as we celebrate 20 years of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. This is Folk Songs & Stories #302 0:34 – Marc […]

Folk Songs & Stories #301: Furagone’s Wake: Zombie Cats and One Wild Party

Folk Songs & Stories #301: Furagone’s Wake: Zombie Cats and One Wild Party

Can cats become zombies, outside of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary? Apparently, it happens in songs too. I’ll share the story behind “Furagone’s Wake” and another Cat Lovers Podcast episode. We’re celebrating the 20 year anniversary of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. This is Folk Songs & Stories #301 0:34 – Marc Gunn “Finnegan’s Wake” […]

Folk Songs & Stories #300: When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling

Folk Songs & Stories #300: When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling

We’re celebrating the 20 year anniversary of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. I’ll share a story about “When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling”. You’ll find out how about how my first Kickstarter did 4 years before Kickstarter existed. Plus, you’ll enjoy rockin ‘traditional music from High Octane out of France. This is Folk Songs & […]

Folk Songs & Stories #299: Wild Kitty Turns 20: Paws, Pints, & Parodies

Folk Songs & Stories #299: Wild Kitty Turns 20: Paws, Pints, & Parodies

2025 is the 20 year anniversary of the release of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. We’re resharing the Cat Lovers Podcast along with stories about the song that launched that album, “Wild Kitty”. You’ll also enjoy the music of Jesse Ferguson in this week’s show. This is Folk Songs & Stories #299 WELCOME TO […]

Folk Songs & Stories #297: Irish Songs for St. Patrick’s Day

St Patrick’s Day is a week away. Listen to a fun concert of St Patrick’s Day music. Irish songs with my own unique twist. This is Folk Songs & Stories #297 WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Celtic and Folk musician and also host of the Irish & Celtic […]

Folk Songs & Stories #296: “St. Paddy’s Day” or “St. Patty’s Day”?

Folk Songs & Stories #296: “St. Paddy’s Day” or “St. Patty’s Day”?

St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. So it’s time to definitively answer the old question. Is it Saint Paddy‘s day or Saint Patty‘s day? Plus, I’ll give you 17 amazing Celtic bands that you should listen to for St. Patrick’s Day. Music from Socks in the Frying Pan, Marc Gunn & Jesse Ferguson, and Blackwillow […]

Folk Songs & Stories #295: 17 Things To See & Do in Wicklow, Ireland

Folk Songs & Stories #295: 17 Things To See & Do in Wicklow, Ireland

Today, you’ll learn about 17 things you can see and do in Wicklow, Ireland. Plus you’ll hear music from Eimear Arkins, The Ciderhouse Rebellion and Kyle Carey. This is Folk Songs & Stories #295 0:14 – Eimear Arkins “Téir Abhaile Riú (Song)” from Here & There 3:47 – WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES I […]

Folk Songs & Stories #294: 17 Things to See and Do in Wexford, Ireland

Folk Songs & Stories #294: 17 Things to See and Do in Wexford, Ireland

Today, you’ll learn about 17 things to see and do in Wexford, Ireland. Just in time for my Celtic Invasion of Wexford that happens in June. I share one of the best ways to make effective climate change happen along with an easy personal change. And you’ll hear music from Kinnfolk, Tarren, and Erin Ruth. […]

Folk Songs & Stories #293: Top Celtic Folk Bands of 2025 to Watch

Folk Songs & Stories #293: Top Celtic Folk Bands of 2025 to Watch

Today, I’m talking about… 9 Celtic Folk bands you want to watch in 2025. We also talk about simple actions we can take to combat climate change and improve our local community. This is Folk Songs & Stories #293 0:17 – WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Celtic and […]