Sanctuary: The Power of Resonance and Ritual
SilkroadSanctuary: The Power of Resonance and Ritual, a new podcast hosted by Grammy Award-winning musician and Silkroad Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens. Sanctuary is produced in partnership with PRX and Silkroad.
As we mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, we reflect on the state of America today. Historically, people from all over have sought sanctuary in America. Across these different cultures, musi... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 10 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusicMusic History | |||
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In this episode of Sanctuary, host Rhiannon Giddens introduces us to Silkroad violinist and vocalist Mazz Swift to explore how improvisation can turn music into a true refuge. Mazz shares their journey of falling out of love with traditional classica... more
In this episode of Sanctuary, host Rhiannon Giddens begins our journey into the ways that music serves us as a vital tool for healing and community.
Musician Mauro Durante introduces us to the pizzica, a centuries-old trance tradition from Southern ... more
Sanctuary: The Power of Resonance and Ritual is a new podcast hosted by Grammy Award-winning musician and Silkroad Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens. Sanctuary is produced in partnership with PRX and Silkroad.
As we mark the nation’s 250th annivers... more
Our final episode brings us to Boston, MA where, at the turn of the 20th century, Black men and women worked as Pullman porters and maids – serving predominantly white travelers while reinforcing a hierarchy reminiscent of the Antebellum South. Wives... more
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- This is a fantastic podcast
I have to strongly disagree with the person who left a negative review about the New York episode. That episode was wonderful. In fact, all the episodes have been excellent so far. It is a great podcast!
Apple Podcasts5LanceDavis33366
United States2 years ago - This isn’t a podcast — It’s an auditory journey
What sets American Railroad apart is its deeply immersive storytelling. Each episode is a symphony of perspectives, featuring interviews with historians, artists, and descendants of the railroad workers who built the tracks that connected a burgeoning nation. The voices are diverse and authentic, painting a picture of the railroads not merely as industrial achievements but as conduits of culture, struggle, and resilience. The podcast also excels in its exploration of the Silkroad Ensemble's musi... more
Apple Podcasts5DrNYUUnited States2 years ago - Great
Interesting approach to history
Apple Podcasts5Carve625United States2 years ago - Illuminating series
I am a bit of a history nerd and always on the look out for quality podcasts that offer me the facts in a new and interesting way. This podcast did just that.
Apple Podcasts5Lil BlumeUnited States2 years ago - Beautiful podcast
I really love this podcast and am so grateful to have found it! I particularly enjoyed listening to the New York episode. The music was gorgeous and the story allowed me a peak into what life might have been like for some of my ancestors who came to New York from Ireland. Excellent storytelling!
Apple Podcasts5RobthedinoUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #29 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #134 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #231 |  United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  France/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #147 |  Germany/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #245 |  Australia/Music/Music Commentary |
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Focused on the rich tapestry of untold stories from diverse communities, this series explores the overlooked contributions of Indigenous, African American, and immigrant laborers in building America's railway systems. Each episode combines engaging storytelling and musical elements to investigate historical narratives surrounding the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, highlighting the experiences of groups such as Irish, Chinese, and Japanese laborers. Unique to this series is its approach of focusing on marginalized voices while interweaving music throughout the discussions, providing a multi-dimensional view of labor, culture, and resilience in American history.
By emphasizing personal stories and deep historical insights, t... more
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