Pursuing the Muse
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 47
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: < 100
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
tomlwi@hotmail.com
rehydraters@gmail.com
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Host
Tom Compton - Host and interviewer focused on songwriting and the creative paths musicians take to develop and record songs.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Sophie Gault - Songwriting As Therapy, Recording Live-to-tape, Creative Collaboration, Touring, Independent Music Challenges, And Developing Her Album Unhinged.
Nathan Evans Fox - Autobiographical Songwriting, Inventive Banjo Techniques, Contemporary Kentucky Country Music, Fatherhood And Grief, Hospital Chaplaincy, And The Realities Of An Independent Music Career.
Gordy Quist - Collaborative Songwriting, Shared Frontman Duties, Band Longevity, Independent Music Business, Recording During Lockdown, And The Evolution Of The Band Of Heathens.
Ed Jurdi - Collaborative Songwriting, Shared Frontman Duties, Band Longevity, Independent Music Business, Recording During Lockdown, And The Evolution Of The Band Of Heathens.
Warner Hodges - Songwriting And Guitar Style, Cowpunk And Americana, Touring, Sobriety, Collaborative Band Dynamics, And His Album Absolutely.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Theo Kandel
September 04, 2026
Welcome to Pursuing the Muse. Today, we're joined by singer songwriter Theo Kandel to talk about his wonderful new album, A Horse Named Friday. It is the follow up to his debut album Eating, Drinking and Being and Love and I'm happy to say there is no sophomore slump here. Stick around to hear how a stolen bowling ball sparked a ten-minute mockumentary film in addition to a great song. Learn how Sheryl Crow met Paul Simon to inspire his track "The Station,". Also find out why...
Nick Dittmeier & the Sawdusters
August 21, 2026
Welcome to Pursuing the Muse; today I’m catching up with Nick Dittmeier of Nick Dittmeier and the Saw Dusters, as well as, talking to bassist Shelley Anderson a bonafide Sawduster herself.Nick is a veteran of the show from season one who is currently on a "relentless" tour supporting his new album, Apparition, which has already taken the band from the Midwest to Europe and back again.Stick around as we discuss the mysterious internet-bot origin of his crazy album art, why Nick decided...
Thomas Csorba
August 07, 2026
Welcome back to Pursuing the Muse. Today, we sit down with Texas singer-songwriter Thomas Csorba. Based in Dallas, Csorba is a modern master of Americana who documents the emotional realities of domestic life and fatherhood on his brand new record, "Tender Country"Stay tuned as we discuss: Why his new album is already in my top four records of the year, his fascinating "Mirror versus Window" theory of artistry, and how getting a day job helped him finally redefine what it mean...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with Pursuing the Muse?
Pursuing the Muse is hosted by Tom Compton. Its publicly listed emails are tomlwi@hotmail.com and rehydraters@gmail.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 Pursuing the Muse?
The publicly listed emails for Pursuing the Muse: tomlwi@hotmail.com and rehydraters@gmail.com.
How many listeners does Pursuing the Muse have?
Podseeker estimates Pursuing the Muse reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for Pursuing the Muse?
Pursuing the Muse typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Active songwriters, recording artists, band leaders, multi-instrumentalists, and roots-music professionals with distinctive creative processes, meaningful touring or recording experience, or a substantial connection to Americana, country, or string-band music. Common among recent guests: Released albums or singles; Established touring careers; Long-running bands or music projects. Recent guests include Sophie Gault, Nathan Evans Fox, and Gordy Quist.
How hard is it to get booked on Pursuing the Muse?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does Pursuing the Muse cover?
Recent episodes cover Songwriting, Americana, Roots Music, Music Careers, and Recording. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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tomlwi@hotmail.com
rehydraters@gmail.com
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