FOLK SONGS & STORIES

The Calf of Man, just off the southern tip of the Isle of Man. There’s a decayed building there. And on its wall hangs a strange thing. A life preserver—round, red and white, worn by time. It made me…

Quest & Chorus is a six-part series where I share songs, stories, and places along with a game to make the adventure even more fun. This is the first episode in your quest.

A reminder to be present w…

Wanna hear a Harry Potter inspired cat song? Plus learn some facts about whether you should declaw your cat. Celebrate Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers’ 20th anniversary with this special podcast …

Make sure your cat is drinking water. Cats love to pounce. It’s another 20th anniversary celebration of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers as I share the story behind “Lord of the Pounce”.

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What happens when a kitty passes from this life to the next? It’s filled with milk and catnip and all the luxuries a cat could possibly enjoy. Hear the story of “Catnipping Green” as we celebrate 20 …

Can cats become zombies, outside of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary? Apparently, it happens in songs too. I’ll share the story behind “Furagone’s Wake” and another Cat Lovers Podcast episode. We’re celeb…

We’re celebrating the 20 year anniversary of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. I’ll share a story about “When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling”. You’ll find out how about how my first Kickstarter did 4 year…

2025 is the 20 year anniversary of the release of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. We’re resharing the Cat Lovers Podcast along with stories about the song that launched that album, “Wild Kitty”.…

The Celtic Spring Challenge is underway. I will tell you all about it. I’m heading back to Texas for Sherwood Forest Faire. Buy local and buy sustainable.

Music from Tami Curtis, Sassenach, Charlie O…

St Patrick’s Day is a week away. Listen to a fun concert of St Patrick’s Day music. Irish songs with my own unique twist.

This is Folk Songs & Stories #297

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St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. So it’s time to definitively answer the old question. Is it Saint Paddy‘s day or Saint Patty‘s day? Plus, I’ll give you 17 amazing Celtic bands that you should liste…

Today, you’ll learn about 17 things you can see and do in Wicklow, Ireland. Plus you’ll hear music from Eimear Arkins, The Ciderhouse Rebellion and Kyle Carey.

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Today, you’ll learn about 17 things to see and do in Wexford, Ireland. Just in time for my Celtic Invasion of Wexford that happens in June. I share one of the best ways to make effective climate chan…

Today, I’m talking about… 9 Celtic Folk bands you want to watch in 2025. We also talk about simple actions we can take to combat climate change and improve our local community.

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Here's a holiday gift. It’s a live concert from Dragon Con 2024.

This is Pub Songs & Stories #292

0:09 - Marc Gunn & Mikey Mason “Hero of Christmas” from Browncoat Christmas

2:26 - WELCOME TO PUB SON…

Can album pins save the music business? I’ll tell you what they’re all about, why all musicians should be selling them, and how to get started with them.

This is Pub Songs & Stories #291

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So you want to go to the Isle of Man? Can you spend a full week there and find enough to do? I’ll share with you 17 things you will enjoy on the Isle of Man. Plus, you’ll get some music from Ruth Keg…

Is there an Irish birthday song? There is now. It’s by Marc Gunn with the song “Happy Birthday From Ireland”.

Cedric of the Bedlam Bards hypnotizes with wit and charm. Then he shares how laughter is …

True love lost at sea. I share the story behind “Buttercup’s Lament” inspired by Princess Bride.

You'll learn why you should watch out for wild boar in Italy, see what happens when a juggler's props …

Have you ever read Lord of the Rings and noticed that each time the hobbits meet a new race along the road, it’s the OLDEST RACE EVER?! I wrote a song about that bragging.

There are a lot of famous m…