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Walls of Time: Bluegrass Podcast

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Bluegrass
Larry Sparks
Industrial Strength Bluegrass
Fred Bartenstein
Clinch Mountain Boys
Carlton Haney
Bluegrass Festival
Face In the Crowd
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Field recorded interviews with the best in bluegrass. Hosted by Daniel Mullins.

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Larry Sparks is truly one of one. We return to the Sparks home in eastern Indiana for the second half of our conversation with the "Youngest of the Old Timers".

We chat with Larry about some of his biggest songs and albums, and we learn about why he... more

There is no one like Larry Sparks. A member of the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, he is a large part of the "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" story. As we dive into the history of southwestern Ohio bluegrass, we visited with Larry Sparks at his home in ... more

In this second episode of our "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" season of Walls of Time, we pick back up with Fred Bartenstein at his home in Yellow Springs, OH. Fred was about to share "the quintessential Carlton Haney story" (trust us, you have to he... more

In this inaugural episode of our "Industrial Strength Bluegrass" season of Walls of Time, we sit down with Fred Bartenstein at his home in Yellow Springs, OH. Fred is one of the editors of the book Industrial Strength Bluegrass: Southwestern Ohio's M... more

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Recent Guests

Larry Sparks
Renowned bluegrass singer with a career spanning decades
Lonesome Ramblers / Bluegrass Hall of Fame
Episode: S4 E4. Larry Sparks: Natural Thing To Do (Part 2)
Fred Bartenstein
Bluegrass scholar, promoter, and author
Independent/Bluegrass scholarly work
Episode: S4 E2. Fred Bartenstein: Bluegrass Guru (Part 2)

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Daniel Mullins
Host of Walls of Time Bluegrass Podcast (seasoned interviewer and promoter of bluegrass history and culture)

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Excellent

    Great bluegrass podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Climbtosafety
    United States6 years ago
  • 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    The Best bluegrass podcast period.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    austin21932
    United States6 years ago
  • Waiting for new

    These are great interviews. Please do some more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonroeJunkie
    United States6 years ago
  • Absolutely Fantastic Podcast

    I’m so sad, because after hearing about you from another amazing Podcast, “Grasstalk Radio” Several week’s ago, i’m all out of previous Podcasts, and now have to wait for season 2.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mando Newbie
    United States7 years ago
  • Glad to find this!

    Daniel does an excellent job of bringing up thoughtful and interesting topics with really great guests. His knowledge of the bluegrass genre is obvious. Post production, editing and sound quality of this podcast are excellent. Highly recommended for the bluegrass lover!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deepdanw
    United States7 years ago

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S4 E4. Larry Sparks: Natural Thing To Do (Part 2)
Q: Is there truth to the idea that you considered following the Nashville route, and why did you decide against it?
He explains that he went to Nashville to see what could be done but realized he would have to change to fit the Nashville click, and decided to stay true to his own sound and path rather than conform.
S4 E1. Fred Bartenstein: Bluegrass Guru (Part 1)
Q: When did you first become aware of the bluegrass scene in southwestern Ohio and its uniqueness?
Fred describes discovering the region's significance during the late 1960s through connections with Joe Isaacs, Frank Wakefield, and the Dayton bar scene, and emphasizes how the area's migration and radio exposure shaped its distinct bluegrass identity.

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What is Walls of Time: Bluegrass Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Shows focus on deep dives into bluegrass history, artists, industry, and festivals, with an emphasis on authenticity, regional scenes, and the long arc of the genre. Episodes blend personal narratives, archival context, and thoughtful questions to pull out craft, business realities, and cultural heritage, making it useful for listeners who want both knowledge and behind-the-scenes perspectives. A notable strength is the sustained emphasis on historical context, industry evolution, and mentorship across generations, plus strong production quality and a clear passion for the music.

Potential listeners who enjoy in-depth interviews with legendary figures, scholarly takes on the genre, and stories about festivals, libraries, and regional scene... more

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