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Bourbon & Beyond 2026 Recap From Two Festival Veterans

October 07, 2026

Two festival veterans break down Bourbon & Beyond 2026 in Louisville: the crowd, the hotels, the VIP setup, the beer prices, and the weather.Barry and Russ are joined by our senior and junior correspondents, Trevin Bernarding and David Champion, who go to several festivals every year. They review the festival from the gate to the stage, then compare it with the rest of the circuit and look ahead to 2027.In this episode:- What Bourbon & Beyond is like: an older crowd, lots of guitars, ...

The Musician Who Plays Mushrooms

September 30, 2026

How do you play a mushroom? This week we're joined by Tarun Nayar of Modern Biology, a Vancouver-based musician who uses bioelectric signals from mushrooms, plants, and other living organisms to create music. Using custom-built devices and synthesizers, Tarun translates biological activity into musical information, creating performances that blend science, technology, improvisation, and art.We talk about how he discovered plant and mushroom sonification during the pandemic, the history of...

We Got Evacuated at Shaky Knees 2026

September 23, 2026

The rain and heat at Shaky Knees 2026 did not stop Russ from having a good time in Atlanta! We catch up live from the hotel on Saturday morning and then the full recap in this episode: the heat, the lineup, and the Saturday storm and evacuation.Hear about notable performances from Turnstile, Fontaines D.C., Geese, LCD Soundsystem, and Gorillaz who closed the fest out Sunday night, plus what it was like riding out the evacuation in downtown Atlanta.Then we're joined by Scott Miller, one of...

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The What Podcast is hosted by Barry Courter and Bryan Stone. Its publicly listed email is comments@thewhatpodcast.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 The What Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The What Podcast: comments@thewhatpodcast.com.

How many listeners does The What Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The What Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The What Podcast?

The What Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Festival organizers, promoters, civic or tourism officials, and music-industry professionals with direct knowledge of festival operations, local economic impact, or distinctive behind-the-scenes experiences. Common among recent guests: Created or organized notable music festivals or related events; Held civic, tourism, or community leadership roles connected to festivals; Built recognized expertise in live music or festival operations. Recent guests include Ryan French and David Bruce.

How hard is it to get booked on The What Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The What Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Music, Music Festivals, Live Music, Festival Production, and Camping Festivals. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.