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Iin this final episode in Season 5, Liz speaks with Laura Orshaw, vocalist, fiddle player and Artist In Residence at the Joe Val Festival presented by The Boston Bluegrass Union. They discuss Laura’s musical journey, educational activities, inspirations, experience as a woman in bluegrass… and plans for the big festival! Enjoy. Mentioned in this Episode: Laura Orshaw / @fiddlin_laura Jen Larson Boston Bluegrass Union Dark Shadow Recording Events of Note: Joe Val Festival – February 12th – 15th Bruce Molsky @Westchester Bluegrass Club RESCHEDULED for February 15th Music in this Episode: “Seeing the Best of You” – Laura Orshaw and The Slocan Ramblers “Red Bandana” – Laura Orshaw and the Slocan Ramblers Help us have Brooklyn *officially* declared “The Bluegrass Borough” by NYC government! Click here to sign our petition …. Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones We exclusively play fiddles from Brad Robinson Fiddles and Linden Frederick Violins contact [email protected] / visit bluegrassblyn.com / follow @bluegrassbklyn Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

The Man … The Banjo … The YouTube Sensation! Mike gets to chat with Jim Pankey, an award-winning, cross genre banjo master and skilled educator. Listen in on the origin story of the now-famous 10-lesson banjo course for beginners that has started countess hopefuls on the course to banjo playing. Mike and Jim go in depth into how Jim tailors his teaching to how folks actually learn. Then, Liz and Mike re-cap their experience at the recent JAM-uary Weekend at the Ashokan Center, hosted by Austin Scelzo. Enjoy!  Mentioned in this Episode: Jim Pankey / @wildjimbo Jim’s YouTube banjo lessons Jalopy Theatre The Ashokan Center Austin Scelzo Bruno Bruzzese Events of Note: Bruce Molsky @Westchester Bluegrass Club RESCHEDULED for February 15th Old-Time Square Dance @ Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, Sunday February 15th SUBJECT TO SNOW DELAY Music in this Episode: “Old Chattanooga” – Jim Pankey and the Hamilton County Ramblers “She Left Me Standing on the Mountain” – Jim Pankey and the Hamilton County Ramblers Help us have Brooklyn *officially* declared “The Bluegrass Borough” by NYC government! Click here to sign our petition …. Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones We exclusively play fiddles from Brad Robinson Fiddles and Linen Frederick Violins contact [email protected] / visit bluegrassblyn.com / follow @bluegrassbklyn Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike and Rick chop it up and talk about everything from podcasting to bluegrass musicians to museums to pickin' on the porch to ... NASCAR racing! Rick is the multifaceted host of 'The Rick Dollar Podcast Show' which brings interviews and insight into the world of bluegrass and it Apalachian roots. Enjoy this informal and informative discussion. Mentioned in this Episode: Rick Dollar Show Podcast / @rickdollarshowpodcast Junior Appalachian Musicians Gruhn Guitars Billy Strings Dan Tyminski Mountain Grass Unit Music in this Episode: “Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings “Cherokee Shuffle” – Trish Plays Bass with Becky Buller Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved  

Finally! Liz completes her Della Mae interview set with this fascinating conversation with Celia Woodsmith. Be prepared for a frank and personal discussion about her musical journey, joining Della Mae – and washboards! Plus, Mike and Liz celebrate bluegrass Grammy nominees with some music and some fun facts. Enjoy! Mentioned in this Episode: Celia Woodsmith / @celia.woodsmith Della Mae / @heyheydellamae Jalopy Theatre and School of Music Bluegrass by the Bridge Open Jam @ Delia’s Lounge Lucinda’s Music Bar Bluegrass Jams Near Me Events of Note: Della Mae @ Jalopy Theatre of Music, January 28th Jam-uary Wernick Bluegrass Weekend @ The Ashokan Center, January 16th – 18th Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th Music in this Episode: “Family Tree” – Della Mae “Kern County Breakdown” – Carter & Cleveland “Outrun” – The SteelDrivers “Headlight” – Della Mae Help us have Brooklyn *officially* declared the Bluegrass Borough … click here to sign our petition Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved  

Liz talks with Grammy-nominated master fiddler and Old-Time music legend Bruce Molsky. Listen in to get his take on personal interpretations of musical traditions from around the globe. Though best known for his work on the fiddle, Bruce is a multi-instrumentalist, including banjo and guitar, as well as an accomplished vocalist. We really loved getting to meet Bruce, we’re sure you will too. Enjoy! Mentioned in this Episode: Bruce Molsky  / @bruce_molsky Darol Anger / @darolangerfiddler Berklee College of Music Events of Note: Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th Bruce & Darol’s Great Bid Fiddle Hang – North Adams MA, June 14th – 18th Music in this Episode: “Last of Calahan” – Bruce Molsky “Piney Mountain” – Bruce Molsky Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Something special in this episode – Mike gets to talk with Carl Ray Williams, a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist. Listen in as Carl tells of his long and winding road to success as a recording artist in the music business, a story of perseverance, faith, hard work, and a bit of luck! Plus, Liz and Mike and another Jam Talk, where they discuss how to prepare to bring a new song to a jam. Have fun! Mentioned in this Episode: Carl Ray Williams / @officialcarlray Carl Ray’s Black Country Music Radio “Coming Home” on Spotify David Sussman Glenn Spivak Events of Note: Bruce Molsky @ Westchester Bluegrass Club –January 18th Andy’s Ramble @ Jalopy Theatre - January 18th Della Mae @ Jalopy Theatre – January 28th Jam Jersey @ Mahwah Doubletree Inn – March 20th – 22nd Jam-Uary @ The Ashokan Center -  January 16th – 18th Music in this Episode: “Mountainview Missionary Baptist Church” – Carl Ray “Get on Board” – Carl Ray Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Liz has an in-depth discussion with Avril Smith – lead guitar player in Della Mae – and they cover a lot of fascinating ground. Learn about Avril’s musical journey, her joining Della Mae, as well as her ‘other life’ working as an organizer and activist in the labor movement. And … what do our favorite A-list musicians do when they’re hanging around at home? Join the fun! Mentioned in this Episode: Avril Smith / @avrilplaysguitar Kimber Ludiker / @kimberludiker Alison Brown / @alisononbanjo Della Mae / @heyheydellamae Della Mae at Jalopy Theater – January 28th “Magic Accident” to be released on January 23rd Music in this Episode: “Magic Accident” – Della Mae “16 Tons” – Della Mae, Avril Smith, Alison Brown Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

You’ve been listening to some great music at the start of our episodes … but in 30 second clips! As a bonus, we’re posting the full-length versions of our introduction music for Season 4 and a bit beyond. Enjoy! Selected Episode Introduction Music: ‘Outrun the Rain’ – Jason Carter, Michael Cleveland, Vince Gill, Jaelee Roberts “Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings 5 String Wake-Up Call” – Shelby Means ‘Coal Black Water’ – Missy Raines & Allegheny “Stoney Lonesome” – Andy Statman and Ricky Skaggs “Bienvenue” – Le Vent du Nord “Orphan Annie” – Nate Sabat on ‘Bass Fiddler’ “I’ve Endured” – Michael Daves from ‘Early Morning Sun’ “Gone Home” – Gene Yellin and the Sentimentals “Second Fiddle Blues” – Austin Scelzo and Vickie Vaughn “Outrun” – The SteelDrivers “The Rabbit Hole’ – Rick Faris “Where the Soul of Man Never Dies” – Rick Snell and the Six Deadly Venoms “Girl’s Breakdown” –  Alison Brown “You’ve Rambled Too Long” – Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band ‘Fisher’s Hornpipe’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike and Liz reflect on the first year of the Bluegrass BKLYN podcast. They reflect on the most interesting, informative, and surprising episodes. It’s a short episode, but fun … so enjoy and join us in looking forward to 2026 filled with the music we love! Mentions in this Episode: The Sonic Planet Radio Ear Trumpet Labs / @eartrumpetlabs Selected Episode Introduction Music: ‘Outrun the Rain’ – Jason Carter, Michael Cleveland, Vince Gill, Jaelee Roberts “Big Ball in Brooklyn” – Damn Tall Buildings 5 String Wake-Up Call” – Shelby Means ‘Coal Black Water’ – Missy Raines & Allegheny “Stoney Lonesome” – Andy Statman and Ricky Skaggs “Bienvenue” – Le Vent du Nord “Orphan Annie” – Nate Sabat on ‘Bass Fiddler’ “I’ve Endured” – Michael Daves from ‘Early Morning Sun’ “Gone Home” – Gene Yellin and the Sentimentals “Second Fiddle” – Austin Scelzo and Vickie Vaughn “Outrun” – The SteelDrivers “Rabbit Hole’ – Rick Faris “Where the Soul of Man Never Dies” – Rick Snell and the Six Deadly Venoms “Girl’s Breakdown” –  Alison Brown “You’ve Rambled Too Long” – Martha Spencer and the Wonderland Country Band ‘Fisher’s Hornpipe’ – Emory Lester & Mark Johnson Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA © Copyright 2026 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Join Liz and get to know Tammy Rogers King, the dynamic fiddle player of The SteelDrivers. You’ll hear twin interviews; one conducted by Della Mae band leader and fiddler Kimber Ludiker and the other by Liz. They delve into every aspect of Tammy’s career - starting in a family band, formation of The SteelDrivers, songwriting, life on the road, being a woman in bluegrass … and winning a Grammy. Enjoy! d Mentions in this Episode: Tammy Rogers King The SteelDrivers “Outrun” on Sun Records Kimber Ludiker Della Mae The Ashokan Center / @ashokancenter   Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): “Outrun” – The SteelDrivers “When the Last Teardrop Falls” – The SteelDrivers Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved  

Mike is joined by three experienced music educators – Austin Scelzo, Matt Curley, and Liz Wolfe  -in a panel discussion covering all aspects of teaching and learning music. We get some surprising takes on the value of music theory, music education in public schools … and, why Mike took up the bassoon in junior high school! Listen in on this fun, informal and informative discussion. Enjoy!   Mentions in this Episode: Austin Scelzo / @austinscelzo Matt Curley / @matthew_curley The Wernick Method Summer Music Camps or Kids and Teems Grants and Scholarships for Kids and Traditional Musicians Bluegrass Jams Near Me Events of Note: Jam-uary Weekend, The Ashokan Center – January 16-18 Austin’s Fiddle Heaven – Pamona Beach FL March 13 - 15 Creative Strings Academy Retreat – Asheville NC June – July 2026   Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): “Second Fiddle Blues” – Austin Scelzo with Vickie Vaughn   “Where Do We Go From Here” – Austin Scelzo, On the Trail Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved  

Mike gets to talk with Altlanta-born / Brooklyn’s own Michael Daves. The noted Bluegrass master vocalist, guitar virtuoso, and educator catches us up on all his latest doings – everything from recording EPs, to leading his Artistworks bluegrass vocal school … to Wild Geraniums! Also, Liz shares her wisdom on the role of singing in jams – and why you can sing just fine even if you don’t think so. Enjoy!   Mentions in this Episode: Michael Daves @michael.daves Wild Geranium Records / @wildgeraniumrecords “Early Morning Sun” Alex Hargreaves / @alexhargreaves.music Eric Alvar / @erikalvar Jacob Jolliff / @jacob.jolliff Bluegrass Jams Near Me Jalopy Theatre / @jalopybrooklyn Artistworks School of Bluegrass Vocals Events of Note: Flatfoot Flatbush, December 21st New Year’s Winter Camp at the Ashokan Center, December 29th – January 1st 2026 Andy’s Ramble at Jalopy Theater, January 18th 2026 Della Mae at Jalopy Theater, January 28th 2026   Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): “I’ve Endured” – Michael Daves from ‘Early Morning Sun’ “Can’t Get There From Here” – Michael Daves from the upcoming release ‘Fables’ Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Join Mike on his four-day journey to Hell … Fiddle Hell. This unique musical experience offers dozens and dozens of workshops with top-tier artists, non-stop jamming, a dozen music genres. Meet the organizers, teachers, vendors, music, and players who make this event so special. Enjoy! Mentions in this Episode: David Reiner Fiddle Hell with information on Fiddle Hell On-Line Bruce Molsky Darol Anger Bruce & Darol’s Great Big Fiddle Hang, North Adams MA – June 14th – 16th 2026 Cat Slaboda Linden Frederick and his violins Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike and Liz get to hear two first-hand accounts of the birth of the bluegrass movement in New York, and how it grew and evolved over the years. Bluegrass singer and guitarist Gene Yellin was right there when our favorite music took root in iconic Washington Square Park. Fiddler Alan Kaufman tells us his journey through that historic time … only this time with knishes! Enjoy this fascinating piece of our musical history, told by those who lived it.    Mentions in this Episode: Gene Yellin / [email protected] Hudson Vally Bluegrass Association Alan Kaufman / [email protected] “Yodeling” with Jimmy Fallon and Brad Pitt Events of Note: Flatfoot Flatbush, December 21st New Year’s Winter Camp at the Ashokan Center, December 29th – January 1st 2026 Andy’s Ramble at Jalopy Theater, January 18th 2026 Della Mae at Jalopy Theater, January 28th 2026   Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): “Gone Home” – The Sentimentals: Gene Yellin, Phyllis Elkind, Trip Henderson “Busted” Gene Yellin & Andy Statman “I Heard the Bluebirds Sing” – Gene Yellin and Phylis Elkind Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved

Mike sits down with Olivier Demers, fiddler  - or violineur - of Le Vent du Nord and learns about the Quebecois style of roots music. Hear about the history of musical migration, fiddle tuning, touring with life balance … and foot tapping! Enjoy this fun and fascinating episode – and maybe add a new genre of music to your play list. Mentions in this Episode: Le Vent du Nord / @leventdunordquebec ‘Voisinages’ album on Spotify La Bottine Souriante Music in this Episode (in order of Appearance): “Bienvenue” – Le Vent du Nord “Salut Réjéan” – Le Vent du Nord “Fleur Radieuse” – Le Vent du Nord  “Du Nord au Sud’ – Le Vent du Nord Powered by Ear Trumpet Labs microphones Listen to Bluegrass BKLYN on The Sonic Planet Radio Saturday @ 9AM Eastern Bluegrass BKLYN is a Professional Member of the IBMA contact [email protected] follow @bluegrassbklyn / Bluegrass BKLYN group © Copyright 2025 Bluegrass BKLYN LLC, all rights reserved