Droning On
PipingJimCasual conversations with pipers, drummers, and other bagpipe-adjacent folk.
---
Follow the show on Facebook/Instagram: @droning.on.podcast
www.facebook.com/DroningOnPodcast/
Write-in at:
Support the show on Patreon, just search, ”Droning On Podcast”, or by buying cool stuff at BagpipeSwag.com
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 160 | Founded | 6 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music InterviewsArtsMusicPerforming Arts | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
David Duncan returns to the show, this time to talk with us about his amazing invention: a pickup mic for the Great Highland Bagpipes!
Tune into this episode to hear James list a few of the many things he does not understand, and demonstrate several... more
Not unlike episode 128 last year, this episode is a rambly mess of a "road to competition" monologue over several months.
Also not unlike last year, I didn't end up competing... at one local festival...
But entirely unlike last year: I did manage t... more
Ever heard of the Uilleann Pipes? The Ninja Turtles? The Internet? PODCASTS?!? Patrick D'Arcy invented them all.
Tune into this episode to hear Jim mispronounce Patrick's surname with remarkable consistency...
Here are some links to things we talke... more
Rod returns, and this time: it's piratical.
Tune into this episode to hear the host promise (repeatedly) to make flattering edits, and then completely neglect doing so!
Here's the website that was mentioned in this podcast, "The Music of Robert Lou... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Reviews
- Please don’t stop droning on
Loving that the podcast is back. I really enjoy listening to these. Jim gets some great piping related guests and seems to really be able to get them to open up. Enthralling.
Apple Podcasts5Pushbikepiper
Australia2 years ago - Amazing
Just great stuff lads. Keep it up
Apple Podcasts5a_dumb_ox
United States2 years ago - You’ll learn things you never knew you never knew.
“There are worlds within worlds . . .”
-Magi Lune
Like within any genre, unless you take a peak inside, you will never know all the facets that you are missing. From the outside, the world of piping gets confused with historical reenactment, gimmicky fusion music, and catty, competition politics. But by listening to this podcast, you see that there is so much more to the world of piping and so much more to those who participate in this largely undiscovered world. Take a relaxing listen and disco... more
Apple Podcasts5lynngirl08United States4 years ago - The hosts audio is terrible
I really like to hear bagpipe podcasts.
Unfortunately I’ve listened to 10 or so podcasts of Droning on and every single episode there’s a huge difference in volume between the host and the guest.
I’ll give the show a few more tries and if the audio issue isn’t resolved, I’ll listen to other podcasts.
The thing is….. it’s not the material he discusses, that’s actually really good…it’s the fact that I have to play with my volume throughout the show so I can hear what’s being said.
And before a... more
Apple Podcasts2Danny P 9124United States4 years ago - Droning On
Interesting interviews!
Apple Podcasts5njbagpiperUnited States5 years ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  New Zealand/Music/Music Interviews |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About Droning On
What is Droning On about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Casual, in-depth conversations with bagpipers, drummers, and piping-adjacent musicians exploring tradition, performance, and creative crossover. Episodes spotlight high-skill players, educators, and multi-disciplinary artists who blend traditional Irish and Scottish piping with other genres, media, and contemporary culture. The show often weaves personal storytelling, gear talk, touring life, and the evolving piping community into approachable, entertaining discussions that appeal to listeners curious about craft, culture, and the people behind the scenes.
A notable strength is the breadth of guests, from orchestral horn players with piping roots to innovative cross-genre projects, plus a strong emphasis on practice, pedagogy, and media ou... more
Where can I find podcast stats for Droning On?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Droning On. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Droning On and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does Droning On get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Droning On, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for Droning On?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Droning On, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does Droning On have?
To see how many followers or subscribers Droning On has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to Droning On?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Droning On:
1. Piper's Dojo Audio Experience
2. Wetootwaag's Bagpipe and History Podcast
3. Enjoy Your Piping! With Gary West
4. Chanter And Banter!
5. Freakonomics Radio
How many episodes of Droning On are there?
Droning On launched 6 years ago and published 160 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact Droning On?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for Droning On?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Droning On from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Droning On?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Droning On. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on Droning On?
Recent guests on Droning On include:
1. David Duncan
2. Ross Morrill
3. Patrick D'Arcy
4. Rod Nevin
5. Conor Crimmins
6. Ben Jaber
7. Justin Howland
8. Jason Homelife
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.