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The Long Thread Podcast

Long Thread Media
Fiber Arts
Mushroom Dyeing
Natural Dyes
American Wool
Tapestry Weaving
Sustainable Practices
Sheep Shearing
Sustainable Farming
Textiles
Lichens
Foraging
Textile Industry
Sweet Georgia Yarns
School Of Sweet Georgia
Fibershed
Local Yarn Industry
Fiber Arts Education
Yarn Barn Of Kansas
Textile Dyeing Techniques
Weaving

The artists and artisans of the fiber world come to you in The Long Thread Podcast. Each episode features interviews with your favorite spinners, weavers, needleworkers, and fiber artists from across the globe. Get the inspiration, practical advice, and personal stories of experts as we follow the long thread.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes127Founded5 years ago
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LeisureHobbiesCrafts

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Sarah Pedlow was enjoying an artist’s residency in Budapest when a museum visit changed the course of her artwork and her career. In the Ethnographic Museum, displays of traditional clothing and dowry goods from Hungarian villages showed an extraord... more

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Most of us crafters know instinctively that working with yarn, fiber, and cloth makes life better. Believing that handwork is good for our well-being has sparked memes about knitting as “the new yoga” and sold tee shirts that read, “I knit so I don’t... more

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Anne’s Book Club is a new series of interviews with the authors of new fiber art books that I think Long Thread Podcast listeners will love. This episode features new books by Deb Essen, a frequent contributor to Handwoven and Little Looms.

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Some spinners and weavers picture the Schacht Spindle Company’s factory as a large-scale operation churning out equipment by the hundreds. After all, Schacht’s products are easily recognized in stores, studios, and guilds around the world. Others see... more

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Recent Guests

Nicole Nehrig
Clinical and research psychologist, passionate knitter
Episode: Nicole Nehrig, Crafter & Psychologist
Deb Essen
Weaving expert, author, and owner of DJE Handwovens
Schiffer Craft
Episode: Anne's Book Club: Swatch Critters & Profile Drafting for Handweavers by Deb Essen (Schiffer Craft)
Clara Parkes
Bestselling author and founder of Knitter's Review
Episode: Clara Parkes, Bestselling Author and Wool Promoter (classic)
Hazel Tindall
The world's fastest knitter from Shetland, known for her rich knitting traditions.
Episode: Hazel Tindall, World’s Fastest Knitter
Tamara White
Farmer and proprietress of Wing & A Prayer Farm, offering breed-specific yarns from her sheep.
Wing & A Prayer Farm
Episode: Tamara White, Wing & A Prayer Farm
Cecelia Campochiaro
Knit designer and author
Episode: Cecelia Campochiaro, Curious Knitter
Sara Bixler
Weaving designer, artist, and teacher, founder of Red Stone Glen
Red Stone Glen
Episode: Sara Bixler, Red Stone Glen
Tom Knisely
Beloved teacher and writer in the weaving community.
Episode: Tom Knisely, Generational Weaver
Robin Lynde
Owner of Meridian Jacobs and a hand weaver specializing in Jacob sheep
Meridian Jacobs
Episode: Robin Lynde, Meridian Jacobs

Host

Anne Mero
Host and co-founder of Long Thread Media, Anne Mero engages with guests to explore the intricate world of fiber arts through rich storytelling and expert insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • A must!

    Great Podcast, with fun, intelligent, interesting and unexpected speakers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SewLoveLife
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Every episode is well-made, enjoyable, and covers topics in-depth. You hear interviews with makers that are prominent and also obscure. I learn something new with every episode.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    maryd
    a month ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    Anne Merrow is really an amazing interviewer. Her guests are fascinating people doing interesting things but she is able to draw even more from them. She’s intelligent, curious and kind. I’m bingeing these podcasts now so I hope they keep going for a long time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StatchC
    United States2 months ago
  • Ann Merrow is a super interviewer, very receptive

    The show has a good pace, and easy to listen to the textile-related experts discuss their accomplishments in a casual atmosphere..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fwsue
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the show

    So many of the fiber podcasts I listened to are gone. Thanks for being here and producing interesting and informative programs. Keep it up!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ringadal
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There is a strong sentiment regarding the podcast's focus on sustainability, which resonates with the audience's values.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, engaging interviews that reveal the stories behind the art and the artists.
Many find the podcast highly informative and inspiring, often leading them to take up their own crafting projects.
The host is praised for her ability to facilitate deep conversations without overshadowing her guests.
Listeners often express gratitude for the podcast as a comforting companion during their crafting activities.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#3
United States/Leisure/Crafts
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#165
United States/Leisure
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#1
Canada/Leisure/Crafts
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Leisure/Crafts
Apple Podcasts
#101
Canada/Leisure
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#12
Australia/Leisure/Crafts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nicole Nehrig, Crafter & Psychologist
Q: How does textile work serve cultural and political expression?
Textiles have historically been a means for women to express their beliefs in ways that were not directly stated.
Nicole Nehrig, Crafter & Psychologist
Q: What are the psychological impacts of crafting?
Crafting provides grounding, satisfaction, and a sense of connection during difficult times.
Nicole Nehrig, Crafter & Psychologist
Q: Can you tell me about approaching women's work as a psychologist?
It's intertwined with my work as a knitter, focusing on how we make meaning in our lives.
Tamara White, Wing & A Prayer Farm
Q: What is it like for people to come and visit you?
Tamara focuses on providing valuable lessons about the natural world and fiber, aiming to leave visitors with inspiring experiences of interaction with the sheep and the farm's practices.
Tamara White, Wing & A Prayer Farm
Q: Can you tell me about Wing & A Prayer Farm?
Tamara describes the farm as a small fiber farm in Shaftesbury, Vermont, which she has developed over almost 40 years, starting with chickens and later adding sheep, particularly Shetlands.

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What is The Long Thread Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features in-depth conversations with skilled artists and artisans from the fiber arts community, exploring various crafting techniques such as knitting, weaving, and embroidery. Each episode highlights the personal stories and professional insights of guests, providing listeners with a rich tapestry of expertise, creativity, and cultural narratives related to fiber arts. The program is particularly unique in its dedication to sustainability practices within crafting, as well as its focus on both traditional and innovative techniques that inspire crafters of all levels. It offers a valuable resource for those passionate about fiber arts, connecting listeners with the stories behind the materials and the artisans who transform th... more

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1. Nicole Nehrig
2. Deb Essen
3. Clara Parkes
4. Hazel Tindall
5. Tamara White
6. Cecelia Campochiaro
7. Sara Bixler
8. Tom Knisely

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