Best Mount Tam Media Podcasts (2025)

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Jonathan McHugh: From College Radio to Music Supervision — Mixing Sound, Film, and the Next Generation - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 4) 30:36

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In this episode of Tales From The Green Room, recorded backstage at the 2025 High Sierra Music Festival, the hosts sit down with veteran film producer, director, and music supervisor, Jonathan McHugh. Jonathan shares his experiences growing up in New Orleans, starting in college radio at WTUL, and his journey through the music and film industries l…

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Karina Rykman: Joy Rides, Bass Lines, and Finding Her Voice Within Improv Vibes - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 3) 40:08

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In this episode of Tales From The Green Room, recorded backstage at the 2025 High Sierra Music Festival, host Dennis Strazulo sits down with hardcore New Yorker and bad-ass bass player, Karina Rykman. Karina shares her experiences growing up in a highly intellectual family, her early start in punk bands at the age of 12, and her journey through var…

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Amy Helm – Legacy, Recovery, and the Midnight Ramble - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 3) 40:31

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Fresh from bringing the spirit of the Midnight Ramble to the High Sierra Music Festival stage, Amy Helm sits down with the hosts for a moving and unflinching conversation about family, recovery, and carrying forward a legacy. Recorded backstage among the festival magic, this episode blends raw honesty with deep musical history. Listen to Amy open u…

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Chaparelle - "Eroticana": Finding a Lane, Creating a World - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 2) 28:18

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In this episode of Tales From the Green Room, the hosts welcome Chaparelle, the Texas-based pop, folk and classic-country band created by Zella Day, Jesse Woods, and Beau Bedford. The trio discuss their unique musical lane, inspired by a blend of romance, personal experiences, and a mutual affinity for original music, which has earned them a dedica…

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Andy Frasco's Evolution & Festival Tales - High Sierra Music Festival (Part 1) 29:09

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Fresh off a wild set at the legendary High Sierra Music Festival, Andy Frasco - bandleader, podcaster, and all-around force of nature - kicks back with the hosts for a candid, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation recorded right on the Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrounds. Andy opens up about: The magic of High Sierra and why community and family matte…

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Joe Marcinek w/ Rick King (Dead Funk Summit) + Jeremy Hoenig (Melvin Seals & JGB) - Behind The Scenes at JazzFest (Part 4) 48:49

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In this episode, Tales From The Green Room presents their conversations with Joe Marcinek and Jeremy Hoenig recorded before their respective performances during Jazz Fest 2025 in New Orleans – featuring two musicians swimming in the same music circles in the San Francisco Bay Area and nationally - and both connected with Melvin Seals! Marcinek join…

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Sunshine Garcia Becker: The Evolution of "American Beauties" and Women in Music 32:50

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In this episode, hosts Dennis Strazulo and Tami Larson explore the journey of Sunshine Garcia Becker (Furthur, Sunshine Garcia Band) on her mission to curate an all-female Grateful Dead tribute band, with the purpose of expanding the involvement of women as key players in the live music scene. Sunshine is joined on the show by drummer Anna Elva (Sm…

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"Danny's Live Dead" - Curating Chemistry and Community with Danny Luehring 48:29

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In this episode of Tales From The Green Room - mixed with joyous reflection, levity, and emotion - drummer extraordinaire Danny Luehring discusses the origins and evolution of Danny's Live Dead, a weekly Grateful Dead show hosted by him every Wednesday at Peri’s Tavern in Fairfax, California. Danny shares insights into how the show started after th…

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Zachary Richard - Canadian Star, Louisiana Native - on Music, Cajun Culture, and Heritage - Behind The Scenes at JazzFest (Part 3) 38:26

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In this episode of 'Tales from the Green Room,' the hosts engage in an enlightening conversation - and history lesson - with singer-songwriter, Cajun culture activists, and International recording artist, Zachary Richard. Richard first reflects on his deep ties with Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA - playing and hanging with Huey Lewis and …

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A Deep Dive with Holly Bowling: From Classical Roots to Jam Band Sensation 50:38

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Super-creative, virtuoso pianist, Holly Bowling joins the show in the first-ever podcast recorded in The Green Room at Garcia’s Chicago. Holly shares the etiology of her genre-crossing and improvisational style in between her two incredible debut appearances at this spectacular venue - playing the music of Phish and The Grateful Dead on solo piano!…

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NOLA's River Eckert, Jake Eckert & Shaggy Davis (ft. Luther Dickinson) - Musical Legacy and Culinary Traditions -Behind The Scenes at JazzFest (Part2) 50:29

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In this engaging episode restaurateur, music promoter, and local legend Chris 'Shaggy' Davis welcomes Tales From The Green Room and listeners to Day 2 of the 10th annual NOLA Crawfish Festival, a celebration that marries New Orleans' rich musical heritage with its vibrant culinary culture held at The Broadside New Orleans. The episode features an i…

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"The Rumble" with Guest Co-Host, Wally Ingram - Behind The Scenes at JazzFest (Part 1) 1:16:52

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Join hosts Tami Larson and Dennis Strazulo as they dive into the vibrant atmosphere of JazzFest 2025, with this episode recorded at The Broadside in New Orleans during the 10th Annual Crawfish Festival. In this episode, the first of several generated from JazzFest, the focus is on the experiences of the captivating, modern New Orleans funk band, Th…

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Inside Spafford: Name Origins, Musical Journey, and Growing Legacy 40:24

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In this episode of 'Tales from the Green Room,' we welcome the band Spafford in the green room at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA to discuss their origins, musical influences, and journey. The conversation covers the genesis of their unique band name, evolving from 'Officious Tortfeasor' to 'Spafford,' inspired by a close friend. Members, …

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Tommy Castro And The Painkillers 24:00

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Celebrating 50 Years+ of Sweetwater Music Hall with Tommy Castro! Tales From The Green Room redux! In Mount Tam Media's first drop of it's “one from the vault” series of never released episodes -recorded during Sweetwater Music Hall's 50th Anniversary celebration in Nov. 2022 - host Dennis Strazulo sits down with legendary blues musician, Tommy Cas…

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Max Flansburg and Chris English (Sam Grisman Project) Backstage at Terrapin Sunday Daydream Vol. 4 37:51

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Reed Mathis Unveils the Rhythm and Spirit of True Musical Creativity 55:14

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In an insightful discussion on the "Tales from the Green Room" podcast, Reed Mathis provides host Dennis Strazulo and listeners with a detailed preview of his upcoming podcast series “The Gifts of Improvising” which debuts January 29, 2024 on the Osiris Media Podcast Network. Reed opens the door to a new, profound exploration of the role and challe…

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SPECIAL EPISODE: In Honor and Memory of Austin de Lone - Sweetwater Music Hall and Pub Rock Music Legend 48:33

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The Journey and Legacy of Sweetwater's Uncelebrated Icon - An Interview with the late Austin de Lone In this interview, which took place in October 2022 before Mount Tam Media launched its Tales From The Green Room podcast, Austin de Lone sits down with host Dennis Strazulo to discuss his rich musical journey and his pivotal involvement with Sweetw…

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In-Depth with Jack Barton: Grateful Guitars and Beyond 1:04:23

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Link to Tales From The Green Room Episode 27 Photography Gallery In this bonus episode of Tales from the Green Room, hosts Dennis Strazulo and Tami Larson interview Jack Barton of Jack Barton Entertainment, discussing the behind the scenes operations running Grateful Guitars Foundation. Jack delves into his involvement with Grateful Guitars, sharin…

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Grateful Guitars 8/13/24 Benefit: Backstage with Dennis McNally, David Hidalgo, Sam Grisman, Steve Berlin, Jill Simmons and Bella Rayne + Jack Barton and Alex Jordan 1:40:58

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Link to Tales From The Green Room Episode 27 Photography Gallery In this episode of Tales From The Green Room, Mount Tam Media takes listeners backstage at the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco during the Grateful Guitars Foundation Second Annual Benefit. Grateful Dead historian Dennis McNally shares some of his experiences with Jerry Garc…

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Jeff Mattson, Dark Star Orchestra: Reflections on the Grateful Dead, Phil Lesh, and Iconic Guitars 42:37

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Tales from the Green Room hits the road with its debut visit to the iconic Capitol Theater in Port Chester, New York, sitting down backstage with Dark Star Orchestra lead guitarist, Jeff Mattson! Recorded in between DSO’s first two shows since the passing of Phil Lesh, Jeff reflects on his memorable interactions with Phil and how the band prepared …

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Terrapin Crossroads’ Sunday Daydream Vol. 3: Stanley Jordan, Greg Loiacono, and Jerry Saracini Reflect on Terrapin, Music and Legacy 1:40:58

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In this very special episode of Tales from the Green Room - recorded backstage at Terrapin Crossroads’ Sunday Daydream Vol. 3 in San Rafael, CA on July 21, 2024, on what turned out to be the late Phil Lesh’s final performance - hosts Dennis Strazulo and Tami Larson sit down with legendary musician Stanley Jordan, Greg Loiacono (Greg Loiacano and St…

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Steve Kimock: Reflections and Revelations on Zero’s 40th Anniversary 59:49

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Steve Kimock: Reflections and Revelations on Zero’s 40th Anniversary In this special episode of Tales From The Green Room, Steve Kimock shares his insights and experiences backstage at the Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, celebrating the 40th anniversary of his band, Zero. The conversation, recorded less than two weeks after Phil Lesh’s passing, delves …

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Tales from the Green Room: Backstage with Steely Dead at Guild Theatre & Dead Set on the Bay 1:20:54

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In this episode of Tales from the Green Room, hosted by Dennis Strazulo and Tami Larson of Mount Tam Media, listeners get an exclusive look into conversations with members of Steely Dead backstage at the renowned Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, CA. The episode features lively discussions with band members Dave A'Bear, Matt A'Bear, Chris Sheldon, and D…

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Bearly Dead at Sweetwater Music Hall 48:45

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In this episode of 'Tales From the Green Room,' the hosts welcome guest co-host Paul McCaffrey ("Paulie Mac") - formerly of the 'Murph & Mac' morning sports radio show on KNBR - for an engaging and wide-ranging conversation with members of Boston-based band, Bearly Dead, Nick Swift, Michael "Butzy" Butler, and founder Tyler Brooks. Recorded backsta…

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Mother Hips' Journey: Past, Present, and "California Current" 33:23

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Mother Hips' Journey: Past, Present, and California Current Join Greg Loiacono and Tim Bluhm of The Mother Hips in the latest episode of 'Tales from the Green Room' as they discuss their journey, starting from the early days in Marin County to the release of their latest album, California Current. Recorded at The Junction in Mill Valley, CA, this e…

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Sound Summit 2024 - Grace Bowers, Lech Wierzynski (California Honeydrops), and James Wallace (Skyway Man) 1:18:00

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Hosts Dennis Strazulo and Tami Larson sit down backstage with a divergent group of talent at Sound Summit 2024, the annual music festival atop majestic Mt. Tamalpais across the Bay from San Francisco. Fresh off her releasing her debut album, Wine on Venus, and her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, rising Nashville star and Gibson Guitar endorsed phe…

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Mill Valley Music Festival - Meet the Headliners: Margo Price, Anders Beck (Greensky Bluegrass) and Eric Johnson (Fruit Bats) 1:02:28

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Listen in as Tales From The Green Room corrals three star power artists from the 2024 Mill Valley Music Festival! Margo Price joins the green room conversation after her festival performance and moments before her late night exclusive show at Sweetwater Music Hall later that evening - musing on demystifying psilocybin, her journey to “California So…

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Daughters of Grateful Dead Legends (Garcia, Hunter, Kesey) + Betty Cantor-Jackson 55:32

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Ever wonder what it was like growing up as a true child in the Grateful Dead family? Trixie Garcia (Jerry’s daughter), Jess Hunter Keilt (daughter of lyricist Robert Hunter), and Merry Prankster/Author Ken Kesey’s daughter, Sunshine Kesey share fond stories of the circus atmosphere surrounding their upbringing. In a rare interview with these three …

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Behind the Scenes with Jackie Greene: Music, Family, and Secret Tales 55:20

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We had the pleasure of sitting down with Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene before his second of three sold-out shows at The Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA in February 2024. Joined by his wife, Kyle, who reveals some lesser-known stories and behind-the-scenes moments about their life together, Jackie muses about his music…

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Michael Franti backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival 2023 21:40

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Michael Franti, the amazing and crowd loving singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper. We sat down with Michael backstage at the Mill Valley Music Festival, 2023. In honor of Mother’s Day we are releasing this now as in this interview, Michael reflects on his own Mother and how she influenced his life and music. Micha…

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Elliott Peck and Friends 1:02:32

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Elliott Peck, the beloved and multi-talented San Francisco Bay Area singer/songwriter/guitarist visits with host Dennis Strazulo before her sold out “In The Pines” EP Release Party at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA. Elliott is both charming and authentic in sharing her thoughts and emotions before the show, while also reflecting on the pa…

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Wolf Jett 51:09

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Wolf Jett founding members Jon Payne (drums) and Chris Jones (guitar/lead vocals) share their evolution from playing in their first band together (Scary Little Friends) leading to their soon-to-be released (March 8, 2024) second album, “Time Will Finally Come.” Their journey took an unexpected turn when they were hunkered down during COVID at Jon’s…

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Grateful Guitars (Part 3): 8/13/23 Benefit Concert- Featuring Dark Star Orchestra members: Rob Barraco, Dino English, Skip Vangelas + Stu Allen and John Kadlecik 1:25:47

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More interviews from the green room at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco during Grateful Guitars’ inaugural benefit concert with members of Dark Star Orchestra (DSO). Keyboard player, Rob Baracco details his his experiences playing piano and organ on original Grateful Dead gear; drummer Dino English gives a lesson on tone and shares detail…

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Grateful Guitars (Part 2): 8/13/23 Benefit Concert: Alex Jordan, Zach Nugent, Gary Lambert, Danny Eisenberg + Johnny “Mojo” Flores 1:22:43

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Backstage interviews during Grateful Guitars’ Inaugural Benefit Concert at Great American Music Hall in San Francisco: Music director and show participant Alex Jordan talks about herding the group of talented musicians playing at the show; Zach Nugent (Zach Nugent’s Dead Set) chats about his history of playing the famed guitars supplied by Grateful…

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Grateful Guitars (Part 1) - Andy Logan - Founder and President of Grateful Guitars 1:53:14

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Andy Logan, Founder/President of Grateful Guitars and owner/steward of the famed “Alligator” guitar which was once gifted to Jerry Garcia by Graham Nash, talks about sharing and gifting his amazing collection of instruments with prominent members of the jam band scene. Listen to the story of one of the community’s most beloved members as he talks a…

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Terrapin Crossroads- Sunday Daydream Vol 2 (Featuring Moonalice)-Part 1 1:15:02

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Terrapin Crossroads – Sunday Daydream Vol 2 (Featuring Moonalice) – Part 1 Join Tales From The Green Room backstage at the Terrapin Crossroads Sunday Daydream 2 music fest as they visit with members of Moonalice (John Molo, Barry Sless, Pete Sears, Lester Chambers, Dylan Chambers) and sit down with concert host Phil Lesh’s bass tech Brian Rashap an…

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Jerry's Middle Finger Trailer 2:02

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Jerry's Middle Finger founder, Rodney Newman, reflects on Bill Walton's endorsing the band - as he did on on the Dan Le Betard show, revealing that discovering Jerry's Middle Finger at age 70 has given him " the chance of a full and complete life." Listen to the full episode for more surprises and green room fun with the entire band!…

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Jerry's Middle Finger 1:26:22

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Take a ride with hosts Dennis Strazulo, Tami Larson, and “Augie” on their journey visiting with Jerry’s Middle Finger, the masterful band recreating the music of The Jerry Garcia Band. Broken up into three parts, the episode features band members talking about the origin of JMF, experiences playing at the famed Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley,…

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Sound Summit 2023 1:02:07

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Backstage at the summit of Mount Tam at the Sidney B. Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre for the 7th annual Sound Summit 2023 interviewing band members from the days line up which included Lord Huron · Sierra Ferrell · Kevin Morby · Brokedown In Bakersfield · Vinyl with special guests and captivating moments only being in the Green Room can render! Epis…

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Chatting with Brenden of The Latin Dead 30:03

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An inspirational conversation with Brenden Tacon, creator of the Latin Dead - the ambitious 11-piece band fusing the music of the Grateful Dead with Latin Jazz. Brenden details the 3+ year journey of making his dream a reality, the involvement of Dead music aficionado John Kadlecik with Latin legends and Grammy award winners, Oscar Hernandez and Pe…

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Chatting with Luther Dickinson & Jason Crosby 48:59

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A chat with Luther Dickinson of North Mississippi Allstars from the Greenroom at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA, reflecting on his first performance at that storied venue and the genesis of his entry into the world of Grateful Dead music; paired with our sit-down with Jason Crosby, musing about playing in the scene and his new record, “Gi…

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Pink Talking Fish Interview 38:31

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A playful, lively, and informative conversation with all members of Pink Talking Fish (Eric Gould, Zack Burwick, Cal Kehoe, Richard James) moments before their recent performance at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley, CA. The boys delve into some of their favorite stories, including playing with George Porter, Jr, performing Phish kids shows, the…

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Katie Fox : Entrepreneur, Seasoned Risk-Taker and Co-Founder of Blooming Footprint Productions, 50:11

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Katie Fox shares challenges faced and overwhelming success achieved as a PR and Event Promoter in the music world by finding ways to navigate her way to the top of a male dominated industry. We spoke with Katie in anticipation of her next big festival gigs, Skull and Roses, April 19-23 in Ventura CA and SONIC BLOOM in Colorado, June 15-18. https://…

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Isabella Welch : Fashion Model and Resiliency Advocate 55:42

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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…

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Introducing Stefanie Atkinson Schwartz : Talented Multidisciplinary Artist & Co-Host of The Other Side of The Mountain 18:12

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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…

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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain 0:46

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Welcome to The Other Side of The Mountain as we delve into the lives of individuals who have undergone exceptional, sometimes heroic and other times painful experiences and have discovered inner peace by embracing new, unconventional perspectives and an expanded understanding of the world. They all have one thing in common-the live-they live “Outsi…

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Tiffany Shlain : Filmmaker, Author, Game Changer and The Founder of Webby Awards 57:32

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To see the HUMAN NATURE Exhibition, find out upcoming art tours in person and online and how to RSVP please go here-> (https://www.tiffanyshlain.com/humannature) Website : (https://www.tiffanyshlain.com/) Instagram :(https://www.instagram.com/tiffanyshlain/) YouTube : (https://www.youtube.com/user/connectedthefilm) Twitter : (https://twitter.com/ti…

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Candid Conversation with Tamara Klamner and Biasha Mitchell 49:00

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A candid discussion with Concert Producers, Tamara Klamner and Biasha Mitchell at the Days Between Festival 2022By Mount Tam Media

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Lively Roundtable Discussion with Lisa Malsberger, Halina Janusz, Sunshine Garcia Becker and Lisa Mackey 56:02

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An insightful and lively roundtable discussion with Lisa Malsberger, Halina Janusz, Sunshine Garcia Becker and Lisa Mackey at the Days Between Festival about woman navigating their way to equality in the music industryBy Mount Tam Media

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Chatting with Jay Lane, Samson Grisman & Dave Ellis in Sweetwater Music Hall 28:30

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Tales From The Green Room host, Dennis Strazulo, and Mount Tam Media founder, Tami Larson visit with Wolf Bros./Dead & Co. drummer Jay Lane, Samson Grisman (son of David Grisman), and renowned sax player, Dave Ellis in Sweetwater Music Hall’s green room as they share their memorable moments at the venue celebrating its 50th Anniversary. Lane and El…