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Basic Folk

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Basic Folk features honest conversations with folk musicians hosted by Cindy Howes and Lizzie No. We approach interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions. Since 2018, this podcast has dignified under the radar roots musicians by providing a platform that they might not otherwise have. You’ll hear interviews from Three-time Grammy-winning guitar gods like Molly Tuttle, Haitian American folk legends like Leyla McCalla and deep feelers like songwriter John Hiatt. Basic Folk is dedica ...
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This week's brief episode finds Brandon and Lorin reviewing the Netflix film and Oscar contender, Frankenstein. Directed by Guillermo del Toro, Mary Shelley's classic is retold with Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi in the lead roles. Elsewhere, we review the other potential Best Picture contenders and recap the latest season of The Vince Staples Show.…
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Sibling stars Luke and “Sassy” Scott O’Halloran swing by the kitchen while in the States to visit one of their favorite people – ME. We talk about Tall Poppy Syndrome, allergies, cat people, and whether I was bullied – or the bully. I make chicken and waffles, which blows ALL Aussie minds – and they blow MY mind with all their new friendships… J.Lo…
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Frazey Ford has always loved soul music. She fell in love with Otis Redding at age 11 and discovered people like Ann Peebles along the way, but it was Al Green that really knocked her out. She loved the layers, the expression, and especially his voice. She completely dove in and even started an Al Green cover band. Although she had been perfecting …
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I sit down with comedian Ryan Sickler. We talk about airplane fights, weight-loss drugs, car pies, self image, losing loved ones, leaps into manhood, his new special, and much more! Watch Ryan’s new special on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMGWVyM2NJo&t=3463s Follow Ryan:YT: https://www.youtube.com/@rsickler IG: https://www.instagra…
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This week, Josh Peck and Ben Soffer come over to eat some lamb lollipops and mashed cauliflower. We discuss fatherhood, loving our wives, and not drinking – just what you would expect from a couple of Good Guys.Check out Josh & Ben’s podcast, Good Guys - https://dearmedia.com/shows/good-guysFollowhttps://www.instagram.com/shuapeckhttps://www.instag…
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I sit down with singer/songwriter Margo Price. We talk about Dolly Parton, our favorite artists, meeting your heroes, and Margo plays “Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down”. Follow Margo: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@margoprice IG: https://www.instagram.com/missmargoprice Set sail with Fully Loaded at Sea here: https://bertkreischercruise.tbits.me/trk/kcRec …
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Randy and Jason Sklar are back in the kitchen with me to talk about twinning, trade schools, skin tags, and whether OJ was really guilty or not. And in honor of one of our favorite restaurants, Genghis Cohen, I am making Chinese / Jewish fusion food: kungpao chicken and pastrami fried rice. Plus, they call my dad to see if he's actually proud of me…
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In the eight years since The Barr Brothers last released an album, Andrew has been drumming with people like Feist, Mumford & Sons, and Broken Social Scene while Brad released a solo record and underwent incredible personal change. Brad made the huge decision to get sober, which he talks about candidly in our Basic Folk interview. Anything you read…
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I sit down with UFC & WWE legend Ronda Rousey. We talk about her training again, her graphic novel, WWE promos, cutting weight, her Mom, her first big check, becoming a champion, and much more! Buy Ronda's new debut graphic novel, Expecting The Unexpected here - https://amzn.to/48M4bJU Follow Ronda: https://www.instagram.com/rondarousey Come see me…
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My friends Sal Vulcano and Jay Larson come by the kitchen to talk about crowd work comedy, old man health, and quicksand p*rn – just to name a few. I make squid ink pasta and scallops while we figure out exactly HOW the squid ink is obtained… and Jay and I bully Sal into sticking his finger into boiling hot pasta sauce. Check out Jay’s special, Sou…
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I sit down on the road from the “Permission to Party” tour with comedians, Ian Fidance & Katherine Blanford. We talk about touring together, Ian's celibacy, dreams, addiction, working out together, my assistant Kyle, and much more! Follow Ian: https://www.instagram.com/ianimal69 Katherine: https://www.instagram.com/itskatherineblanford Come see me …
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Barstool’s very own John Feitelberg and Mikey Pavinelli swing by the kitchen to talk about their latest project–Les Mascots on YouTube. And between the acting, the directing, and the budget–it’s a homerun. Also a homerun? The NY Strip, French Fries, and Tableside Caesar I make ‘em.FollowJohn: https://www.instagram.com/feitelberg Mikey: https://www.…
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Asheville-based songwriter David Wilcox has been through some s-h-i-t. A difficult childhood in Northeast Ohio sent him seeking answers – mostly on his bicycle – in an attempt to get away. He has spent his lifetime leaning into his problems and digging into their roots at the source: his own heart. He decided to see what lessons his heart had been …
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I sit down with comedian, Todd Glass. We talk about the gifts he brought, childhood smells, The Event of a Lifetime, Paul Anka, and Todd sets the mood! Follow Todd: YT: https://www.youtube.com/user/thetoddglassshow IG: https://www.instagram.com/thetoddglassshow Get tickets to see “The Event of a Lifetime” Nov 7-16 at https://www.toddglass.com Come …
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It’s my favorite combination in the kitchen today–comedy and music. Radio legend Big Boy, Jeezy, and Eric Blake come by to eat oxtail and breakdown hip hop, hood movies, and my white boy energy. We also talk about Big Boy’s career, his weight loss and Jeezy’s residency in Vegas. Buy tickets to Big Boy’s Comedy Kings show at Yaamavá Theater on Decem…
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I sit down with Country Star, Zac Brown. We talk about his hustle, touring, spear fishing, his childhood, quitting motorcycles, becoming a leader, and more! Follow Zac: https://www.instagram.com/zacbrown https://www.instagram.com/zacbrownband Come see me on the Permission to Party World Tour! Go to https://www.bertbertbert.com/#tour2 for tickets --…
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Country star Chase Rice and former linebacker Brian Urlacher come by the kitchen to discuss playing football, having fans, and B&E. I stuff a Dutch oven FULL of food for a traditional Korean Army Stew and we create a business that’s bound to be a hit Follow Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaserice Brian: https://www.instagram.com/54urlacher Recip…
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Kathleen Edwards claims that she's now a pretty frequent crier after not crying for the first 30 years of her life. One reason for this change is the connectedness she has been feeling since leaving music and starting her coffee shop, Quitters. In our Basic Folk conversation, Edwards tears up talking about the cover of her new album 'Billionaire,' …
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I sit down with actor and comedian, Adam DeVine. We talk about The Righteous Gemstones, working with Danny McBride, Workaholics, pain reprocessing therapy, what’s next for Adam, and much more! Get tickets to Adam Devine, Anders Holm & Blake Anderson’s Cruise “This Cruise is Important” at https://www.thiscruiseisimportant.com Follow Adam IG: https:/…
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Cedric the Entertainer and Anthony Anderson bring their own BBQ to the kitchen today – from their joint AC Barbecue. And since there’s no outdoing THAT, I’m cookin’ up the Instagram-worthy sizzling cheese smash burger. We talk about The Cabin, what words white guys can use, and how Gege Kreischer went ballistic when she met Cedric. And I do my best…
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I sit down with Grammy award winning singer/songwriter, Lukas Nelson. We talk about having Willie Nelson as a Dad, getting sober, working on “A Star is Born”, great songwriters, and Lukas plays “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground” & “Pretty Much”. Follow Lukas IG: https://www.instagram.com/lukasnelsonofficial The Permission to Party World Tour st…
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Rob Lowe and Adam Ray swing by the kitchen and it’s as good as you’re hoping it is. Between the low country she-crab soup, the pork crackling, and the stories that Rob shares – it’s a dream come true. It doesn’t hurt that Adam pulls out some of his best impressions and Rob offers marital advice. Follow Rob: https://www.instagram.com/roblowe Adam: h…
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Legendary Massachusetts-born, California-based musician Peter Rowan is best known for his bluegrass roots. A practicing Buddhist, he did time in Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys as well as in the short-lived and epically important Old & In the Way with Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. However, his latest album 'Tales of the Free Mexican Airforce' celeb…
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I sit down with Emmy Award-winning TV presenter, restaurateur, and New York Times bestselling author, Guy Fieri. We talk about his impressive career, jewelry, his Dad’s impact on his life, Guy’s Burger Joint, and much more! Follow Guy IG: https://www.instagram.com/guyfieri The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18th! Go to https://www.…
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Neen Williams and Chef Phillip Frankland Lee swing by the kitchen to chat about their new podcast, Not a Damn Chance! And, as always with chefs, I like to cook to impress – so, a rockfish moilee curry over (not) cooked rice and some papadums is sure to wow them. We also talk about skateboarding, how to get a Michelin star, and of course – burgers. …
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I sit down with comedian, Jordan Jenson to talk about having 3 lesbian moms, B-2 Jets, putting our dog down, what kind of girlfriend she is, and much more! Follow Jordan IG: https://www.instagram.com/jordanjensenlolstop Check out her new special “Take Me With You” on Netflix! The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18th! Go to https://w…
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Chanel West Coast and her baby daddy, Dom Fenison stop by the kitchen for some conversation and cooking. But Dom’s not just a pretty face –he’s actually a cook with his own cookbook. So Bert’s whipping up some of his recipes, Picadillo (Picadomo) and guacamole, and getting the low down on Chanel’s music career, what it’s like to be a male model, an…
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This time on Basic Folk, we are checking in with country singer-songwriter and Color Me Country radio host Rissi Palmer and Americana country artist Miko Marks. The two close friends both came up as Black women in country music in the early part of the 21st century where they experienced gatekeepers and discrimination in the industry, but undeniabl…
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I sit down with actor, Rachael Harris. We talk about The Hangover, dating during menopause, hot bagging, what Meghan Markle is like, and much more! Follow Rachael IG: https://www.instagram.com/rachaelharris The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18th! Go to https://www.bertbertbert.com/#tour2 for tickets! ------------------------------…
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Social media stars Landon Bridges and Daddy Steve are comin’ by the kitchen and I’m blowin’ their minds with bone marrow and beef tenderloin. We talk about comedy, p*rn stars, and how to clean a cast iron pan. We also attempt a bone marrow shot, and I will say – DO NOT RECOMMEND. Follow Daddy Steve: https://www.instagram.com/daddysteve Landon: http…
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Maya de Vitry, Ethan Jodziewicz, Joel Timmons, and Shelby Means are on Basic Folk today talking about their new collaborations. Maya produced both Shelby and Joel's debut solo albums this year; Joel and Ethan play in Maya's band; and the two couples (Joel & Shelby are married and Ethan & Maya are partners) are all very close friends. They met in Na…
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I sit down with actor, Jerry O’Connell. We talk about “Stand By Me”, being married to Rebecca Romijn, life as a child star, his parents, raising kids, and much more! Follow Jerry IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrjerryoc The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18th! Go to https://www.bertbertbert.com/#tour2 for tickets! ------------------…
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Joel McHale and Grace Palmer come by the kitchen to chat about season 4 of their show, Animal Control. And, since Grace is vegetarian, I try my hand at Impossible Meat... news flash –the smell is aggressive. We also talk about the best way to drink Diet Coke, how much money I make and how awesome New Zealand is. Follow Joel: https://www.instagram.c…
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Bob Dylan once called Paul Brady a "secret hero" and meant it as a compliment. The Irish songwriting legend has not been bothered by the fact that his profile has not risen as high as some of his peers. Starting off in the world of traditional Irish music, Brady spent time in the hugely influential Irish group Planxty until they disbanded in 1975. …
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I sit down with comedian, Jeff Foxworthy to talk about doing Johnny Carson, The Blue Collar Comedy Tour, his in-laws, comedy writing, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, and much more! Follow Jeff YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JeffFoxworthyofficial IG: https://www.instagram.com/realjefffoxworthy The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18…
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This week, Brandon & Lorin discuss the absence of quality TV this past summer and if it's a growing trend. They also review the first two episodes of Alien: Earth and recap the latest headlines. Sources used for this article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-reviews/summer-tv-olympics-the-bear-presumed-innocent-evil-kamala-harris-donald-trum…
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With Bert away, LeeAnn’s stepping in to cook for Shane Torres + Katherine Blanford. She’s serving up some of her famous country cookin’ – just the way her grandmother did. And while she scratch-makes biscuits, she’s learning all about Shane + Katherine’s new podcast, life on the road with Bert, and how Katherine’s Uncle Pop came to be. Follow Shane…
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Originally from northern Minnesota, Joe K. Walsh grew up in Duluth and became enthralled with the mandolin (his primary focus, currently) after hearing the first David Grisman Quintet record. His dad got the young Joe his own mando. He ended up getting very serious about the instrument and found himself studying at Berklee College of Music in Bosto…
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I sit down in a jet with Whitney Cummings & Ms. Pat. Follow Whitney: https://www.instagram.com/whitneycummings Follow Ms. Pat: https://www.instagram.com/comediennemspat The Permission to Party World Tour starts September 18th! Go to https://www.bertbertbert.com/#tour2 for tickets! --------------------------------------------------- Sponsors: Butche…
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Bert’s out and LeeAnn is IN... along with a guest chef (Antonia Lofaso) and everyone’s favorite –Tiffany Haddish. Antonia’s making a summer pasta and a delicious ice cream sundae for the ladies while they talk about lady things, alpha men, and colonics. Follow Tiffany: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyhaddish Antonia: https://www.instagram.com/chef…
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Olive Klug and I (Cindy) recorded this interview in my closet while they were in Portland, Maine to play a show. They stayed along with their band Cori, Haley, and Payton and it was a real pleasure to be around them for a few days. You can tell that Olive is at their best around their band and it is a true collaboration on stage. Shoutout to the wh…
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I sit down with musician, John Driskell Hopkins. We talk about joining the Zac Brown Band, growing up in Georgia & Florida, early gigs, his experience with ALS, and John plays my favorite song of his! To help accelerate promising research, find a cure, and put an end to ALS once and for all, check out “Hop on a Cure” here: https://www.hoponacure.or…
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My former and current assistants, Andrew Hobson, Peter Juliano + Kyle Shaffer, come by the kitchen to relive some of their favorite memories of the road. We make our bus specialty, Snee-Sny-Snackers, out of all the Something’s Burning leftovers from the week and toast to the upcoming tour. It’s a roast of ME, some of the comedians that I travel wit…
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New bestie Gina Chavez speaks about her journey in music, her deep love for connecting with people, and the influence of her mixed cultural background on Basic Folk. Her parents are of Mexican and Swiss-German descent. Her father, although second generation Mexican-American, was not raised with Spanish language or any Mexican culture. Gina discusse…
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