This episode of Flock Talk, we’re joined by Ricki Blakesberg—photographer, archivist, and lifelong member of the jam band community—for a conversation about music, memory, and growing up inside the scene.

Ricki shares what it was like being raised around live music and photography, including her relationship with her father, legendary Grateful Dead photographer Jay Blakesberg, and how she’s carved out her own creative path while carrying a well-known last name. We dive into her work preserving cultural history through photography and archiving, the stories behind the images, and why documentation is an act of care.

From navigating womanhood and safety in a male-dominated music world to reflections on community, identity, and what the next generation of the jam scene can carry forward, Ricki brings honesty, perspective, and intention to a conversation about legacy—not just what we inherit, but what we choose to protect.

Find Ricki:
Instagram: lil_rix, Retro Blakesberg, Retro Photo Archive
rockoutbooks.com
blakesberg.com

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Music Credit: "Starving" - Octosound

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This episode, NYC-based bassist, performer, and creative force Sarah Elaz joins us to talk about her journey from professional dance to the jam scene, picking up the bass during the pandemic, and building projects like Boojum, Bearly Dead, Bushwick’s Dead, and SEAP (Sarah Elaz’s Almost Phish).

We dig into creative identity, imposter syndrome, stage presence, and the art of “being cringe” online. Sarah shares how fashion fuels her performance, how TikTok became part of her expression, and what it’s like navigating the scene as a woman on stage.

She also opens up about her advocacy work and the women who’ve inspired her to show up fully, on stage and off.

A conversation about performance, projection, and permission: to be bold, to be weird, to be seen.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence.

Where to find Sarah:

Sarah

• Instagram
• Tik-Tok
• Linktree

Boojum

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• Spotify
• Bandcamp
• Linktree

Bearly Dead

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• X

Bushwick's Dead

• Instagram
• Linktree

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Music Credit: "Starving" - Octosound

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This episode on Flock Talk, we’re joined by Alexandra Jenna—creator of her namesake blog (originally Tour Wife, Tour Life) and one of the early voices documenting women’s experiences in the jam scene—for a conversation that spans love, music, and self-discovery.

Alexandra shares her origin story in the jam scene, what it was really like being married to someone in a touring band, and the lessons she learned navigating life on the road. We dive into the early days of influencer culture (before it had a name), her experience building a brand in a male-dominated scene, and how her passion for style and self-expression has shaped her path.

From memories of Goose’s early breakout moments to reflections on personal growth, safety, and finding joy in being a fan again, Alex opens up with honesty and humor about the many roles she’s played in the scene—and where she’s headed next.

Check out her blog here https://www.alexandrajenna.com/

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Music Credit: "Starving" - Octosound

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