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Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast

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Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast is a biweekly series featuring Catskills culture, history, sustainability, local interviews, literature, and the arts. Shows are hosted by Brett Barry and produced by Silver Hollow Audio, in the heart of the Catskills. Subscribe and experience what reviewers have called “delightfully informative” storytelling with “great production quality.” Voted “Best Regional Po... more

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🎙️ Neighbors on the Front Lines: Margaretville FD and the Spirit of Catskills Volunteerism

Episode Description: In this episode of Kaatscast, we head to Margaretville, New York, where volunteer firefighters train for blitz attacks—a high-volume wat... more

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In 1985, Bob Steuding published The Last of the Handmade Dams: The Story of the Ashokan Reservoir, a historically rich account of the building of the Ashokan Reservoir—and the lives displaced in its wake. Forty years later, the book remains a corners... more

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Ken Posner is an ultrarunner, barefoot hiker, and challenge-seeker whose latest book, Chasing the Grid, chronicles his quest to summit 35 Catskill high peaks in every month—a challenge known as “The Grid.” That’s 420 climbs, through every season, in ... more

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In this episode, Brett hits the trail with longtime Catskill 3500 Club member (and current president) Michael Bongar for a hike to Southwest Hunter Mountain—one of the club’s required peaks and a rite of passage for aspiring members.

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Recent Guests

Bob Steuding
Author of The Last of the Handmade Dams
Purple Mountain Press
Episode: The Last of the Handmade Dams Turns 40: Bob Steuding Reflects
Michael Bongar
President of the Catskill 3500 Club
Catskill 3500 Club
Episode: Joining the Journey: a Catskill 3500 Club Hike with Michael Bongar 🥾
Ryan Trapani
Director of Forest Services, expert in forestry education and services
Catskill Forest Association
Episode: Rooted in the Catskills: Tree Advice from the CFA
Casey Kelbaugh
Photographer and founder of Casey Kelbaugh Associates
Casey Kelbaugh Associates
Episode: Walking the Long Path: From Manhattan to the Catskills
Dana Cudmore
Author and historian
Episode: Dana Cudmore Digs into the History of Howe Caverns and Cave Country
Drewski Landsman
Captain of the Hamden 9 vintage baseball club
Hamden 9
Episode: 1825! Baseball ⚾️ Hamden 🗞️ and a Page in History
Jenny Bloodgood
Wildlife veterinarian at the Cornell Wildlife Health Lab
Cornell Wildlife Health Lab
Episode: Bobcats and Bird Flu: Research Insights Emerging from Cornell
Haley Turner
Graduate student in the Department of Natural Resources and Environment at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: Bobcats and Bird Flu: Research Insights Emerging from Cornell
Noah Eckstein
Editor-in-Chief of The Overlook, a nonprofit news outlet.
The Overlook
Episode: The Overlook: Community Journalism for 6 Catskills Towns 🗞️

Host

Brett Barry
Host and creator, Brett Barry, brings insightful storytelling and a deep love for the Catskills to every episode, exploring the region's culture, nature, and community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Local Lore and More

    Discovering all the history and wonders of the Catskills has been a pleasure of our family. Discovering the Kaatskill Katcast has brought even more joy and learning about the history and modern day Catskills refion. I highly recommend you tune in to each and every episode to learn about the richness of Catskills living and learn another wonderful nugget about this place our family now calls home. Tune in and enjoy!! -Karen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chichester Honey
    United Statesa year ago
  • Plattekill episode

    If you’ve ever been to Plattekill, or are interested in independent ski areas, unique places or just podcasts that make you smile, you’ll enjoy the Plattekill episode. Great overview of a special ski area.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DylanWilco
    United States2 years ago
  • Indigenous Catskills

    This was wonderful! Utterly fascinating and informative. Loved learning more about the Lenape, the “original peoples,” who populated our hills. I feel the Lenape presence on this mountain every day, in the mists rising from the West Branch of the Delaware, the bluestone boulders, the streams, where I have found Lenape arrowheads. Justin has animated the history of the Lenape, giving us such insight into their language and land practices, especially our forests, which still their unique care. A M... more

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    5
    Catskill Critter
    United States2 years ago
  • LOVE THIS PODCAST!

    I’ve had a little place in the Catskills for two decades and this podcast has taught me so much more than I ever knew (or knew I wanted to know!) Thank you! Sound quality is the best!

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    5
    Anne NJ
    United States2 years ago
  • Tour de Force!

    Brava Kim! Bravo Brett! Wonderfully read by Kim, and the production by Brett is superb. A terrific collaboration that makes a truly excellent book such a great listen. Wish there were more than five stars!

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    5
    Catskill Critter
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback often emphasizes how the podcast enriches listeners' understanding of local heritage, outdoor adventures, and sustainability efforts.
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The Last of the Handmade Dams Turns 40: Bob Steuding Reflects
Q: Was it that proximity that inspired you to start researching the story of the building of the Ashokan Reservoir?
Bob reflects that his interest in the reservoir stemmed from his childhood experiences and his wife's encouragement to write about it.
The Last of the Handmade Dams Turns 40: Bob Steuding Reflects
Q: Did you grow up here, and what's your relationship to the Catskills and to the reservoir specifically?
Bob shares that he grew up in Kingston, spent a lot of time in the Catskills, and after living elsewhere, he and his wife decided to return and settle in the area, emphasizing the importance of belonging.
Joining the Journey: a Catskill 3500 Club Hike with Michael Bongar 🥾
Q: What's the process after completing the challenge?
You submit your list of climbs to become a full member, which includes receiving a number and a patch.
Joining the Journey: a Catskill 3500 Club Hike with Michael Bongar 🥾
Q: How does someone start hiking through the club?
You start by registering online, paying a fee, and keeping track of the required peaks.
Joining the Journey: a Catskill 3500 Club Hike with Michael Bongar 🥾
Q: How does the Club feel about the DEC's management plan for hiking trails?
The Club supports the DEC 100%.

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Recent guests on Kaatscast: the Catskills Podcast include:

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2. Michael Bongar
3. Ryan Trapani
4. Casey Kelbaugh
5. Dana Cudmore
6. Drewski Landsman
7. Jenny Bloodgood
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