The Smiling Banjo Podcast

Smiling Banjo Podcast

Watch the latest episode above, or watch them all of the released episodes on Spotify or Youtube.

The Philadelphia Folksong Society is strumming up some excitement with the debut of the Smiling Banjo Podcast, hosted by Philadelphila’s own Emily Drinker. The Smiling Banjo Podcast is a backstage pass to the 2024 Fest, shining a spotlight on the 14 main stage artists with their live music performances and interviews from the 2024 Philly Folk Festival. The podcast is available on Spotify and YouTube, with new episodes rolling out on the second and fourth Sunday until the next Philadelphia Folk Festival. If you’re feeling a little nostalgic for Fest, experience the magic of the Philly Folk Festival all year with the new Smiling Banjo podcast!

Performer Episode Release Dates:

  • A.J. Lee & Blue Summit – 12/22
  • John Oates – 1/12
  • Michael and David Doucet and BeauSoleil – 1/26
  • Alexis P. Suter – 2/9
  • Shanna in a Dress – 2/23
  • The Secret Sisters – 3/9
  • Alice Howe and Freebo – 3/23
  • Dom Flemons – 4/13
  • John Gallagher, Jr. – 4/27
  • Cathy Fink, Marcy Marxer, Chao Tian – 5/11
  • Angelique Francis – 5/25
  • John Flynn – 6/8
  • Tony Trischka – 6/22
  • Lenny Kaye – 7/13

Thank You to Our Volunteers:

  • Host: Emily Drinker
  • Producers: Eric Ring & Barry Sagotsky
  • Project Adviser: Michael Braunfeld
  • Videographer: Barry Sagotsky
  • Editor: Trish Hurley Callahan
  • Digital Content Manager: Six Sugzdinis