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Southwest Review
Lilith Fair
Craig Finn
The Hold Steady
Feminism
Jessica Hopper
Rock Music
Minnesota
Music Scenes
Patterson Hood
Drive-By Truckers
Ann Powers
Jason P. Woodbury
Baseball
Faith
Storytelling
Southern Rock Opera
The Replacements
Exploding Trees and Airplane Screams
Music Festivals
Arizona

Elizabeth Nelson, singer-songwriter for the D.C.-based pub rock band the Paranoid Style and journalist for places like the New York Times Magazine, the Ringer, Pitchfork, the Washington Post, and Southwest Review sits down once a month with some of the most exciting musicians, writers, and artists for freewheeling conversations that include everything from touring stories to backstage gossip and b... more

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In episode five of Known Associates, a podcast brought to you by New Pony in affiliation with Southwest Review, the Paranoid Style frontwoman and cultural critic Elizabeth Nelson talks to Graham Parker, the legendary singer-songwriter, who released a... more

In episode five of Known Associates, a podcast brought to you by New Pony in affiliation with Southwest Review, the Paranoid Style singer-songwriter and cultural critic Elizabeth Nelson talks to Jason P. Woodbury, the beloved and highly respected wri... more

In episode four of Known Associates, a podcast brought to you by New Pony in affiliation with Southwest Review, the Paranoid Style singer-songwriter and cultural critic Elizabeth Nelson talks to Ann Powers—feminist, writer, editor, and beloved NPR co... more

In episode three of Known Associates, a podcast brought to you by New Pony in affiliation with Southwest Review, the Paranoid Style singer-songwriter and cultural critic Elizabeth Nelson talks to music writer, director and producer, author and femini... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Parker
Singer-songwriter, The Rumor/Solo artist
Episode: Episode 6: Graham Parker
Jason P. Woodbury
Singer-songwriter, music critic, and podcaster
Jason P. Woodbury and The Night Bird Singing Quartet
Episode: Episode 5: Jason P. Woodbury
Ann Powers
Decorated writer and NPR music team member, author and critic
NPR Music
Episode: Episode 4: Ann Powers
Jessica Hopper
Award-winning rock critic and feminist advocate, known for her work at publications such as Pitchfork and Elle.
Author of The Seminole 2015 Compendium and Night Moves
Episode: Episode 3: Jessica Hopper
Craig Finn
Frontman of The Hold Steady and a solo artist
The Hold Steady
Episode: Episode 1: Craig Finn

Host

Elizabeth Nelson
Host of Known Associates; journalist and critic with affiliations to Southwest Review, NPR Music, and New Pony

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Trenchant Insight

    It is candidly unfair how well-suited Elizabeth is for this. Who knew music podcasts weren’t required to be hosted by middle-aged white guys?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J T. R
    United States5 months ago
  • Absolutely love

    Elizabeth is such a great host — thoughtful, funny, engaging. Cannot wait for more interviews!! Love everything Southwest Review puts out. They do it RIGHT

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aps1971z
    United States8 months ago

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Episode 5: Jason P. Woodbury
Q: What inspired the album artwork and its Vintage Contemporaries homage?
The cover design was inspired by a Vintage Contemporaries aesthetic to signal literary aspirations and connect the record to a lineage of thoughtful writing. Woodbury collaborated with designer Darryl Norsen to recreate the look while aligning with Always Happening Records, aiming to entice listeners with a visual hint of the music's literary leaning.
Episode 5: Jason P. Woodbury
Q: How do you balance criticism and songwriting in your career?
Woodbury explains that criticism is analytical and songs are intuitive; both stem from a desire to express and explore how music opens hearts and minds. He emphasizes that over time he wants to position himself as an artist first, with criticism as a complementary discipline, and notes the two inform and enrich each other.
Episode 5: Jason P. Woodbury
Q: Why keep changing the band name and how does it affect your artistic identity?
The change is partly practical — to avoid confusion with other JPWs online — and partly artistic, signaling a shift to a name that centers the artist, while allowing the old material to be tagged properly. Woodbury sees it as a way to separate writer/podcaster identity from musician identity, but also acknowledges the collaborative complexity of branding a evolving project.
Episode 2: Patterson Hood
Q: What made you decide to stand by your principles in your music?
It would be disrespectful not to do it the way that feels appropriate to this sacred thing I've been gifted with.
Episode 2: Patterson Hood
Q: Can you explain the dynamic a little bit of what that partnership is like?
We were young and ambitious, and we could not be more different; we're polar opposites.

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A thoughtful, artist-centered interview series that pairs a savvy host with musicians, critics, and writers to explore creative process, regional culture, and the realities of making art today. Episodes often weave personal origin stories, landscapes, and literary or cinematic influences into discussions of songwriting, criticism, and independent production, offering candid anecdotes about collaboration, publishing, and the evolving media landscape. The show stands out for its intimate, character-driven conversations and a clear emphasis on place, memory, and the economics of art, making it a compelling listen for listeners who crave authentic storytelling and behind-the-scenes insights into creative careers.

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