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The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, jus... more

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This episode was recorded on May 17th, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Paul Thorn, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman. bit.ly/4afWiMG⁠

This episode was recorded on April 3rd, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Chris Smither, Joan Shelley, Yarn, Calvin Arsenia, Hudost. ⁠https://bit.ly/4vsZEnH

We're firing up the Mountain Stage time machine once again to look back two decades to the year 2006. Host Kathy Mattea revisits sets from The Derek Trucks Band, Bettye LaVette, Soulive (featuring Reggie Watts), Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, and mor... more

This episode was recorded on March 22nd, 2026 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Patrick Watson, John Gorka, Anna Tivel, Shelby Means, and Liza Lo. bit.ly/4vsZEnH

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Paul Thorn
Singer-songwriter and performer, album Life Is Just a Vapor
Paul Thorn Band
Episode: 1,081 - Paul Thorn, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman
Ray Benson
Founder of Asleep at the Wheel, Texas swing musician
Asleep at the Wheel
Episode: 1,081 - Paul Thorn, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman
Sunny Sweeney
Country singer-songwriter, producer, and radio host
Sunny Sweeney
Episode: 1,081 - Paul Thorn, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman
Andy Friedman
Visual artist, writer, and musician with Bark Peelers
The Bark Peelers
Episode: 1,081 - Paul Thorn, Ray Benson, Sunny Sweeney, Andy Friedman
Calvin Arsenia
Singer, songwriter, harpist; founder/director of Greenwood Social Hall
Independent artist
Episode: 1,080 - Chris Smither, Joan Shelley, Yarn, Calvin Arsenia, Hudost
Joan Shelley
Singer-songwriter; Real Warmth album
Independent artist
Episode: 1,080 - Chris Smither, Joan Shelley, Yarn, Calvin Arsenia, Hudost
Chris Smither
Singer-songwriter; Oscar-nominated for short film appearance and All About the Bones album
Independent artist
Episode: 1,080 - Chris Smither, Joan Shelley, Yarn, Calvin Arsenia, Hudost
Grace Potter
Singer and keyboardist, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals
Grace Potter & the Nocturnals
Episode: Archive Special: 2006 Edition
Derek Trucks
Guitarist, Derek Trucks Band
The Derek Trucks Band
Episode: Archive Special: 2006 Edition

Hosts

Kathy Matea
Host of Mountain Stage with extensive ties to NPR, West Virginia Public Broadcasting, and multiple public media partners.
David Mayfield
Guest host and frequent emcee, known for guiding performances and introducing guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 489 ratings
  • Love it!

    This is absolutely one of my favorite podcasts. The music is fantastic each and every week.😃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gateaux Girl
    United States2 months ago
  • Mountain stage is sublime

    Amazing depth and variety of musical genres and musicians.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crabbiecreek
    United States2 months ago
  • Still going!

    I listened to MS on a local college radio station a few decades ago. I was happy to find that it’s still going and available on podcast. This is music you won’t hear anywhere else.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Remote Professor
    United States2 years ago
  • Mountain Stage Is Wonderful Music

    The Best Two Hours On Radio But The Podcast Is Better Bonus Songs Are The Best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earl From NY
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show to see live or hear in feed

    I went to Mountain Stage years ago and was very impressed, so I was excited to just learn that there was a podcast version. Check it out for an eclectic selection of music that ranges from Appalachian to zydeco.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zcrab1234
    United States5 years ago

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Fans value the intimate, story-driven concert experience and the host's storytelling.
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What is NPR's Mountain Stage about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A complete live-show recording focusing on performances that didn't make it to radio broadcasts, offering listeners a rare look at full finales and archival material. The episodes tend to feature a wide range of roots, Americana, folk, jazz, and indie acts, with host-led storytelling that weaves artist backstories, collaboration moments, and venue context into a cohesive concert experience. The show is notable for its emphasis on live, unedited performances, cross-genre billings, and longstanding partnerships with local NPR affiliates and music publishers, making it a rich deep-dive for fans and potential sponsors seeking authentic, artist-centered storytelling.

Listeners often come for the breadth of guests—from legendary folk to rising i... more

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8. Grace Potter

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