Basic Folk

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cindy@thebluegrasssituation.com

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Michaela Anne: Loving the Mundane in the Middle of the Chaos, ep. 353

October 01, 2026

Michaela Anne grew up in a military family that moved a lot: Washington, Michigan, California, Virginia, and Italy. She and her family are currently in the middle of a huge, long move. It seems like there are always SO MANY THINGS going on with Michaela in her family and career.One of the constants growing up was listening to music and learning to play. In the mid-2000s, she studied at the New School in New York City, where she met her future husband, musical partner and co-host of their show...

Jimbo Mathus: still singing for Rosetta & Squirrel Nut Zippering, ep. 352

September 17, 2026

Jimbo Mathus grew up in a house full of musicians, and by the time he was 8 years old, he was sitting in on family jam sessions. He dropped out of college, joined the Merchant Marines and eventually settled in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He formed The Squirrel Nut Zippers in 1993, which experienced massive success in the mid- to late ‘90s. The band was swept into the short-lived swing music revival, alongside The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and movies like The Mask and Swin...

Rachel McCartney's Return to Music, Being a Horse Girl, & Accidentally Snubbing David Gray, ep. 351

September 03, 2026

For 17 years, Rachel McCartney had set aside a music career and all the anxiety and uncertainty that came along with it. She was in her mid-30s and wanted a family and some stability. Once she started a new life as an ICU nurse and mother to two young children, her musical career and the momentum she had created over the past three decades in New England and Western Pennsylvania didn't much cross her mind.I met Rachel when I was 18 years old while at Emerson College. It was the year 2000 ...

Americana Podcast · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Basic Folk?

Basic Folk is hosted by Cindy Howes and Lizzie No. Its publicly listed email is cindy@thebluegrasssituation.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Basic Folk?

The publicly listed email for Basic Folk: cindy@thebluegrasssituation.com.

How many listeners does Basic Folk have?

Podseeker estimates Basic Folk reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Basic Folk?

Basic Folk typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Working or established folk, bluegrass, acoustic, blues, or Americana musicians and songwriters; producers, collaborators, and music creators with a distinctive artistic story, notable body of work, or new release are suitable. The show also welcomes artists whose perspectives broaden representation in roots music. Common among recent guests: Released albums or other substantial recorded work; Established touring or performing career; Recognized songwriting, production, or musicianship. Recent guests include Jimbo Mathus, Rachel McCartney, and Keb' Mo'.

How hard is it to get booked on Basic Folk?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Basic Folk cover?

Recent episodes cover Music, Folk Music, Songwriting, Bluegrass, and Americana. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.