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The renowned Old Testament scholar and archaeologist was also a noted collector of folk musical traditions. Here, he shares some stories and songs from his boyhood in Missouri.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The musician and historian shares with Studs his discovery of some of the folk music traditions of the people of John's Island, South Carolina.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The American folk singer and political activist shares a bit of her personal history and some insight into her songwriting inspirations. Studs asks about her songs "Tungsten," "The Albatross," "D.D.T.," and "Little Boxes."*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
Folk singer Odetta joins Studs to talk about her life and music, including her songs "Riding in My Car (Car Song)," "Gallows Pole," and "Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child," among others.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
Folk singer Mary Travers - of the group Peter, Paul & Mary - talks about some of the artists that inspired her, like Pete Seeger and The Weavers.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The folk singer and dulcimer player describes her upbringing in Kentucky, how she came to learn about Appalachian folk traditions, and the links between American, English, and Irish songs and hymns.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The folk singer, storyteller, poet, and labor organizer talks with Studs about hobo music, labor songs, and protest songs.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
The Irish actress joins Studs to reminisce about some of her favorite music, from childhood rhymes to traditional songs of Ireland to more contemporary pop hits.*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations