Transmissions
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Weekly interviews with musicians, artists, authors, and filmmakers presented by Aquarium Drunkard.
Episodes
- All One Song :: Simon Joyner on "After The Gold Rush"
On the Transmissions podcast, host Tyler Wilcox interviews musician Simon Joyner. Joyner discusses his favorite Neil Young song, "After The Gold Rush," and his upcoming album "Tough Love."
- All One Song :: Micah Nelson on "Change Your Mind"
Micah Nelson joins the All One Song podcast to discuss Neil Young's song "Change Your Mind." He also shares insights into his collaborations with Neil Young, his musical project Particle Kid, and his new platform called The Flow.
- All Song Song :: Scott Bunn on "Boom Boom Boom"
Host Tyler Wilcox and writer Scott Bunn discuss the Neil Young song "Boom Boom Boom," the original Crazy Horse version featured on the album Toast. They explore the song's history and its connection to "She’s A Healer" from the 2002 album…
- All One Song :: James Jackson Toth on "Thrasher"
Host Tyler Wilcox interviews songwriter James Jackson Toth about the Neil Young song "Thrasher" for the All One Song podcast. They discuss the song's imagery, themes, and influence on Toth's own career.
- All One Song :: Brigid Mae Power on "Albuquerque"
Brigid Mae Power joins the Transmissions podcast to analyze Neil Young’s 1975 song "Albuquerque" from the album Tonight's the Night. The discussion explores the themes and musical contours of this Ditch Era recording.
- All One Song :: Ira Kaplan (Yo La Tengo) on "Big Crime"
Ira Kaplan of Yo La Tengo joins the All One Song podcast to discuss Neil Young's song "Big Crime," which the band previously covered during their Hanukkah run. The episode explores the track's lyrical themes and the band's long-standing co…
- Transmissions at Big Ears: Thurston Moore & Kramer
Tyler Wilcox interviews musicians Thurston Moore and Kramer about their collaborative album, They Came Like Swallows - Seven Requiems for the Children of Gaza. The discussion also covers their history and their upcoming performance at the…
- Transmissions :: Cochemea
Saxophonist and bandleader Cochemea Gastelum discusses his latest album, Ancestros Futuros, and his career as a musician in this season finale of Transmissions. The conversation explores his Indigenous roots, diverse musical collaborations…
- Transmissions :: Mike Ayers (The Untold Story of '90s Jam Bands)
Author Mike Ayers joins the Transmissions podcast to discuss his book, Sharing in the Groove: The Untold Story of the '90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene that Followed, covering artists ranging from Phish and Widespread Panic to the acid…
- Transmissions :: Steve Wynn (The Dream Syndicate)
Steve Wynn of The Dream Syndicate joins host Jason P. Woodbury on Transmissions to discuss the 40th anniversary reissue of the band's 1984 album, Medicine Show. The conversation covers the album's production, songwriting, and the band's hi…
- Transmissions :: Steve Von Till
Musician Steve Von Till joins Transmissions to discuss his varied musical projects, his work as an educator, and his latest solo album, Alone in the World of Wounds. The conversation also explores themes of nature, his advocacy work, and h…
- Transmissions :: Kate Pierson (The B-52s)
Kate Pierson of The B-52s joins Transmissions to discuss her career, her band's connection to Devo, and her recent cover of Patti Smith’s “People Have The Power!” The conversation also touches on the band's queer icon status and the legacy…
- Transmissions :: Gary Lachman
Writer and musician Gary Lachman joins Transmissions to discuss his memoir, Touched By the Presence. The conversation covers his early years, his time playing bass in Blondie, his career in punk rock, and his later work focusing on conscio…
- Transmissions :: DM Hotep (Sun Ra Arkestra)
Sun Ra Arkestra guitarist DM Hotep joins Transmissions to discuss the band's ongoing mission, Sun Ra's legacy, and the release of 'Marshall Allen’s Ghost Horizons,' a collection of live performances featuring Marshall Allen and various gue…
- Transmissions :: Emmylou Harris
Host Jason P. Woodbury interviews singer Emmylou Harris on the podcast Transmissions. They discuss her career and the re-release of her 1998 live album, Spyboy.
- Transmissions :: Pam Grossman
In this episode of Transmissions, host Pam Grossman discusses the relationship between magic and art, and how creativity can be approached as a collaborative force. The conversation also explores the work of artists like Joanna Brouk and L…
- Preview: Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
Jad Abumrad presents this preview of the podcast series exploring the life, music, and political influence of Fela Kuti and the creation of Afrobeat. The series features interviews with family, friends, and various public figures, examinin…
- Transmissions :: The Cosmic Tones Research Trio
The Cosmic Tones Research Trio speaks with Transmissions about their self-titled album, musical influences from artists like Sun Ra, and the spiritual concepts found in the writings of Hazrat Inayat Khan. They explore the idea of music as…
- Transmissions :: The Autumn Defense
In this episode of Transmissions, John Stirratt and Pat Sansone of The Autumn Defense discuss their new album, Here and Nowhere. The conversation covers their work in Wilco, their musical influences, and performing live with Jody Stephens…
- Transmissions :: Dan Wriggins (Friendship)
Dan Wriggins of the band Friendship joins Transmissions to discuss his music, the band's latest album Caveman Wakes Up, and his 2024 poetry book, Prince of Grass. The conversation also explores their shared appreciation for the poet James…
- Transmissions :: Joan Shelley (2025)
Singer-songwriter Joan Shelley discusses her new album, Real Warmth, on this episode of Transmissions. She covers the creative process behind the record and discusses her move to Michigan with her family.
- Transmissions :: Jens Lekman
Jason P. Woodbury interviews songwriter Jens Lekman about his new album and novel, Songs for Other People’s Weddings. They discuss his career, his work as a wedding singer, his blog, and the process of re-recording classic albums.
- Transmissions :: Marissa Nadler
Musician Marissa Nadler joins the Transmissions podcast to discuss her 10th album, New Radiations, as well as her artistic process, cinema, day jobs, and her work within the heavy metal genre.
- Transmissions :: Bret McKenzie (Flight of the Conchords)
Songwriter, actor, and composer Bret McKenzie discusses his career, from his early days in a New Zealand reggae band and Flight of the Conchords to his solo work, including recent albums Songs Without Jokes and Freak Out City.
- All One Song :: Jason P. Woodbury on "When Your Lonely Heart Breaks"
In the final episode of All One Song, host Jason P. Woodbury discusses Neil Young’s 1987 song "When Your Lonely Heart Breaks" from the album Life. The conversation explores the history and reception of the track, touching on David Briggs'…
- All One Song :: Ethan Miller on "Music Arcade"
Musician Ethan Miller joins the All One Song podcast to discuss his favorite Neil Young song, the 1996 acoustic track "Music Arcade." The episode also covers Miller's musical projects, including Comets on Fire, Howlin Rain, and his label S…
- All One Song :: Jesse Jarnow on "Sedan Delivery"
Writer and broadcaster Jesse Jarnow joins the Transmissions podcast to discuss the Neil Young song "Sedan Delivery" from the 1979 album Rust Never Sleeps. The conversation explores the song's development history from the 1975 Zuma sessions…
- All One Song :: Rosali on "I Don't Want To Talk About It"
Rosali Middleman joins the All One Song podcast to discuss Danny Whitten's "I Don't Want To Talk About It," a song featured on Crazy Horse's 1970 debut album. They explore the song's legacy and the Crazy Horse influence on Rosali's recent…
- All One Song :: Ilyas Ahmed on "Arc"
Musician Ilyas Ahmed joins the All One Song podcast to discuss Neil Young's 1991 avant-garde noise project, Arc. The episode explores the history of the record, its connection to the tour with Sonic Youth, and the broader musical perspecti…
- All One Song :: Steve Shelley (Sonic Youth) on "Vampire Blues"
In this episode of All One Song, Sonic Youth drummer Steve Shelley discusses his favorite Neil Young song, "Vampire Blues." The conversation also covers his experiences touring with Neil Young & Crazy Horse in 1991 and his current musical…
- All One Song :: Meg Baird and Charlie Saufley on "Interstate"
Meg Baird and Charlie Saufley join the podcast to discuss Neil Young's song "Interstate." They explore the history of the track, including its recording sessions and release journey through the Neil Young archives.
- All One Song :: Jeff Parker on "The Needle and the Damage Done"
Jeff Parker, guitarist for Tortoise, joins the All One Song podcast to discuss his appreciation for Neil Young's "The Needle and the Damage Done." The conversation explores Young's influence on Parker's own approach to acoustic guitar.
- Transmissions :: Bureau of Lost Culture
Host Jason P. Woodbury speaks with musician, writer, and Bureau of Lost Culture host Stephen Coates in this bonus episode of Transmissions. The conversation explores the themes and production of Coates' own podcast series.
- All One Song :: Chris Forsyth on "Lookout Joe"
In this episode of All One Song, guitarist Chris Forsyth discusses the Neil Young track "Lookout Joe" from the 1975 album Tonight’s the Night. Forsyth highlights the song's dark, "Ditch-era" aesthetic and its significance in Neil Young's d…
- All One Song :: Steve Gunn on "Will To Love"
In the premiere episode of All One Song, musician Steve Gunn joins host Tyler Wilcox to discuss the Neil Young song 'Will To Love.' The conversation explores the unique history of the 1977 track and its place within Young's discography.
- All One Song: A Neil Young Podcast (Trailer)
Tyler Wilcox presents All One Song, a podcast exploring the music and lore of Neil Young through in-depth discussions about individual songs. Featuring a variety of musicians and writers, the show arrives this summer as part of the Aquariu…
- Transmissions :: Justin Gage (2025)
Justin Gage, founder of Aquarium Drunkard, joins host Jason P. Woodbury to discuss the website's 20-year history. The conversation covers the evolution of the platform from a personal blog to a respected media outlet and the importance of…
- Transmissions :: Damien Jurado
Host Jason P. Woodbury presents a wide-ranging, two-hour conversation with singer-songwriter Damien Jurado recorded in 2022. The discussion covers Jurado’s career, his collaborations with Richard Swift, and his creative process.
- Transmissions :: Deerfhoof
Satomi Matsuzaki and Greg Saunier of Deerhoof join host Jason P. Woodbury to discuss their album Noble and Godlike in Ruin, covering topics including politics, art, food, and Star Trek.
- Transmissions :: Dean Wareham
Dean Wareham discusses his new album, "That's the Price of Loving Me," and his collaboration with producer Kramer on this episode of Transmissions. He also talks about his career, influences like Lou Reed, and working with director Noah Ba…
- Transmissions :: Yuka Honda
Musician Yuka Honda discusses her career, including her work with Cibo Matto and her Eucademix project, in this episode of Transmissions. She also reflects on her collaborations and her contribution to the Across the Horizon series.
- Transmissions :: William Tyler (2025)
Guitarist William Tyler joins the Transmissions podcast to discuss his new album, Time Indefinite. He and the host engage in a wide-ranging conversation touching on music, addiction, climate change, and satire.
- Transmissions :: Jeff Bridges
Actor and musician Jeff Bridges joins Transmissions to discuss his archival record, Slow Magic, 1977-1978. The conversation covers the release's origins as well as his interests in film, music, art, and countercultural figures such as Buck…
- Transmissions :: Joe Pera (2025)
Comedian, writer, and actor Joe Pera returns to the Transmissions podcast to discuss his career, his work on Joe Pera Talks With You, and his podcast, Drifting Off With Joe Pera. The conversation covers diverse topics including science fic…
- Transmissions :: Mekons
Jon Langford and Sally Timms of The Mekons discuss their 26th album, Horror, on this episode of Transmissions. The conversation covers the band's history, the political themes of the new record, and various cultural influences.
- Transmissions :: The Weather Station (2025)
Tamara Lindeman of The Weather Station joins host Jason Woodbury to discuss her 2025 album, Humanhood, and the concepts of humanity and existential dread explored in her music, particularly within the track "Neon Signs."
- Transmissions :: Lonnie Holley
Artist Lonnie Holley and his manager Matt Arnett discuss Holley's artistic background, career, and his album Tonky. The conversation covers Holley's history with found-object sculpture, his personal experiences, and the collaborative proce…
- Transmissions :: Lucy Sante
Writer Lucy Sante joins the podcast to discuss her memoir, I Heard Her Call My Name: A Memoir of Transition, and her broader body of work. The episode also features guest Scott Bunn, who discusses Sante's writing and the guitar sculptures…
- Transmissions :: Steve Lillywhite
Producer Steve Lillywhite joins host Jason Woodbury on Transmissions to discuss his career, production approach, and his work with artists including U2, Dave Matthews Band, and The Killers. The conversation covers key albums like The Joshu…
- Transmissions :: Jazz Is Dead (Ali Shaheed Muhammad & Adrian Younge)
Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Adrian Younge discuss their Jazz Is Dead project, the importance of musical history, and their collaborative process in this episode of Transmissions. The duo also share insights into their backgrounds and ongoing…