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My love of music has led me to document music and the musicians. I am fascinated by the creative process behind the songs and performances. These are my conversations with those who live in music. If you have any questions or comments, please email at talkinblues@mac.com. Thanks for listening! Mako

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Latest Episodes

A conversation with Arizona Blues/Rock singer, songwriter and guitarist - Brandon Teskey  (Teskey, Under the Sun) - www.teskeyband.com

A conversation with Creative Director, Storyteller and Cellist, Daniel Hamin Go - www.danielhamingo.com

A conversation with American electric blues saxophonist, singer, songwriter and record producer - Terry Hanck (solo artist, Elvin Bishop) - www.terryhanck.net

A conversation with French-English Canadian singer, guitarist, songwriter and host of the "Sour Notes" podcast, Roxanne Potvin - www.roxannepotvin.com

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Roxanne Potvin
Musician, podcast editor, and perfumery student
Episode: Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 460 - Roxanne Potvin
Benny Turner
Blues musician and leader of his band
Episode: Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 454 - Sallie Bengtson

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Mako
Host of the Talkin' Blues podcast, who has a deep passion for music and the creative processes behind it. Mako often shares insights from musicians, giving a platform for their stories and experiences in the music industry.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Really enjoying it so far.

    Just got introduced to the show. Really enjoyed the Gene Hardy interview—could be a whole Part II episode with him. Great stories, and insight. Looking forward to delving into other shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RustedChrome
    Canada5 years ago
  • Audio Weak

    Audio level seems too low! Turn up the volume so you can be heard!

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    2
    Bluesman_29154
    United States9 years ago

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Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 462 - Daniel Hamin Go
Q: Is there any way of you knowing why after trying out or submitting your name and video to different competitions that you finally got accepted?
Go suggests that he wasn't good enough before and that the level of the Nomburg competition was lower than others, allowing him to perform his best pieces without required selections.
Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 461 - Terry Hanck
Q: What is the greatest thing you learn from playing music?
Playing music helped me become a person that communicates with others.
Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 461 - Terry Hanck
Q: How did your relationship with your saxophone evolve?
It's always something you have to take care of, learning how important maintenance is.
Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 461 - Terry Hanck
Q: At what point did you decide you want to be a musician?
It was around that time when I was really paying a lot more attention to music.
Talkin' Blues Podcast Episode 454 - Sallie Bengtson
Q: Did you always plan to publish the book yourself? Were you going to shop it around, or how did that work?
I wasn't sure. I assumed that I would use CD Baby, which led to Book Baby to publish the book ourselves.

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This podcast offers in-depth interviews with a variety of musicians and music industry professionals, exploring their personal stories, creative processes, and the influences that shape their work. It covers a wide range of genres, with a particular focus on blues, highlighting both well-known figures and emerging talent. Episodes often feature discussions about the challenges artists face, their journeys in the music world, and the importance of community and collaboration in creative endeavors. The engaging nature of these conversations provides listeners with a unique insight into the lives of those who dedicate themselves to music, making it a compelling listen for any music enthusiast.

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Talkin’ Blues launched 10 years ago and published 468 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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