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World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

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Philadelphia
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Jazz
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Acadiana Music Showcase
Hip Hop
Montreal
African Diaspora
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World Cafe
Rome
Music Production
Grief
Cajun Music
New Orleans
Zydeco
Benjamin Booker
Southern Avenue
Saint Etienne

WXPN's live performance and interview program featuring music and conversation from a variety of important musicians

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Nicholas Carpenter has spent the last decade crafting deeply personal songs that balance humor, vulnerability and heart.

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The band talks about pulling from a deeper emotional well on 'LP4,' plus American Football performs live.

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Chicago's “premier queer country crooner” on his debut album.

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The lead vocalist of the Louisiana band Seratones joins us for the final installment of the Acadiana Music Showcase.

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Recent Guests

Nicholas Carpenter
Musician known as Medium Build
Medium Build
Episode: Tune in to a mini-concert with Medium Build
Steve Holmes
Member of American Football
American Football
Episode: American Football never meant to pioneer 'midwest emo.' Their new LP is far from it.
Steve Lamos
Member of American Football
American Football
Episode: American Football never meant to pioneer 'midwest emo.' Their new LP is far from it.
Nate Kinsella
Member of American Football
American Football
Episode: American Football never meant to pioneer 'midwest emo.' Their new LP is far from it.
Mike Kinsella
Member of American Football
American Football
Episode: American Football never meant to pioneer 'midwest emo.' Their new LP is far from it.
Andrew Sa
Queer country artist and songwriter
Independent/Artist
Episode: Andrew Sa expands the cowboy myth on 'American Rough'
AJ Haynes
Frontwoman of Seratones
Seratones
Episode: Acadiana Music Showcase: A.J. Haynes
Arlo Parks
Musician and artist
Independent artist releasing Ambiguous Desire
Episode: Arlo Parks leaves it all on the dance floor on 'Ambiguous Desire'
Devon Gilfillian
Musician, performer on Time Will Tell
Time Will Tell (Album)
Episode: Tune in to a mini-concert with Devon Gilfillian

Hosts

Kaleo
Host of World Cafe and related programs; renowned spokesperson for in-depth musical storytelling.
Reina Duras
Host of World Cafe; key interviewer with a focus on artist background and context.
Marina Duras
Contributor/host with emphasis on music discussions and live performances.
Rina Duras
Host on select episodes, featured in conversations and performances.
Stephen Kaleo
Guest/host contributor known for interview segments and music discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 474 ratings
  • Steve Forbert

    Please do a segment on Steve Forbert and also Sam Roberts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shannon rebekkah
    Canada3 months ago
  • Good podcast but misleading name

    Decent podcast, great host and good music but the name “world” is completely misleading as it only focuses on wealthy western nations in US, UK, Europe primarily. We desperately need a high quality world music podcast, somewhere, somehow hint hint;)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    iwakeupdreaming
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love this!

    Look forward to each new show as I’ve been introduced to so many artists I now follow. Hosts are great interviewers as well. Keep on🎶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gypsydjango
    United States3 years ago
  • corny hosts

    the musical guests are great but sound stifled in conversation with the awkward/vanilla hosts, who have the least personality of anyone in podcasting. it’s occasionally funny to listen to their canned Q&A routine with artists but it’s mostly like listening to someone read you their music history homework at a party. just hard to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ParkerBatterson
    United States4 years ago
  • Great content!

    Love this podcast and the view into music and musicians it offers. Awesome hosts, diverse guests, and always a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Philly soph
    United States5 years ago

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Some reviews note ideal host chemistry and varied guest quality.
Audience often praises the depth of musician insights and production details.
Listeners value deep artist storytelling and high-quality live performances.

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

Apple Podcasts
#155
United States/Music
Apple Podcasts
#183
India/Music
Apple Podcasts
#193
New Zealand/Music
Apple Podcasts
#213
Norway/Music
Apple Podcasts
#229
Israel/Music
Apple Podcasts
#232
South Korea/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Andrew Sa expands the cowboy myth on 'American Rough'
Q: What role did Lavender Country and Patrick Haggerty play in your development as an artist?
Sa describes Lavender Country as a pivotal influence and a mentorship source, highlighting Haggerty's humility, activism, and storytelling as a beacon that helped Sa see a path for queer voices in country music.
How fatherhood rewired JJerome87's creative brain
Q: What would you say about The Protagonist in Brush Me Like a Horse?
The song started with a sense of an unsettled metamorphosis in a friend, and I used that as an analogy to describe someone slowly turning into a horse, creating a surreal, dreamlike narrative that remains provocative and emotionally charged while remaining cryptic.
How fatherhood rewired JJerome87's creative brain
Q: Beautiful. You became a dad a few years ago, and you said that it was a profound event, even bigger than you expected. What were your expectations of fatherhood before you had your daughter?
I expected it to be relentless and a full-time occupation, shaped by the experiences of other fathers, but the daily realities—like sleep deprivation and the deep, overwhelming love—surprised me with how profoundly they would redefine my priorities and identity.
30 years of A Tribe Called Quest's 'Beats, Rhymes and Life'
Q: How was Beats, Rhymes and Life received when it was released in 1996, and how is it viewed today?
Initially, the album received mixed reviews and listeners wondered what direction the group was taking, but over time it has been reassessed as a bold, influential shift that expanded the Tribe's musical palette and inspired future artists.
Mon Rovîa traces his path from Liberia to the U.S. on 'Bloodline'
Q: Why did you choose to pivot toward a more folk-leaning sound and storytelling?
He explains the switch was about authenticity and confidence, blending his African-American heritage with folk traditions to tell his own story more honestly, using the ukulele as a conduit.

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This program blends intimate artist interviews with live performances, often showcasing a wide range of contemporary musicians and their creative processes. Episodes frequently explore how art persists in a tech-enabled world, the chemistry of bands and live collaboration, and the storytelling behind new records or projects. Listeners can expect candid conversations, studio anecdotes, and a mix of studio sessions and mini-concerts that highlight both craft and performance, making it appealing for fans of in-depth artist storytelling and high-quality live music.

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1. Nicholas Carpenter
2. Steve Holmes
3. Steve Lamos
4. Nate Kinsella
5. Mike Kinsella
6. Andrew Sa
7. AJ Haynes
8. Arlo Parks

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