Episodes

  • Episode 37 - Ross Bellenoit
    May 6 2026

    Songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and so much more, Ross Bellenoit draws from a lot of musical wells. Jazz, rock, pop, classical and just about every other genre out there. Ross does a casual backstroke through the musical waters that would drown so many others. I guess when you take a kid, who at age 12, both conducted an orchestral piece for a regional symphony and also played the entire guitar part from Pink Floyd's "Comfortably Numb" at his elementary school talent show, his future skies would be limitless. And they are. One of Philly's most in-demand musicians, both live and in the studio, Ross Bellenoit has done it all. And yet, his future musical to-do list is vast. Join us for a trip from the past, present and future with "Little Rolling Thunder." It's quite the journey.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 36 - Glenn Barratt
    Apr 29 2026

    Glenn Barratt knew at a very young age what his life's calling was going to be. And he also knew that he possessed the drive and determination to make it happen. Come hell or high water. So now, the award-winning engineer, producer, musician and owner of Morningstar Studios has maintained that drive and determination for nearly five decades and has left his indelible mark on the music industry. Join us for Part One of his fascinating musical journey.

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    55 mins
  • Episode 35 - Joe Mass
    Apr 14 2026

    Joe Mass makes it look easy. Multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, songwriter, studio-musician and the voice of Neil Young in "Broken Arrow," the tribute to the music of Neil Young, he can definitely do it all. But make no mistake about it, he's put in the time and effort to achieve that level of musicianship despite its effortless appearance. Join us on this remarkable journey of an accomplished musician who has made his mark and continues to make his mark on the music scene, but through it all, manages to maintain his humbleness and likability.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 34 - E.J. Simpson
    Apr 7 2026

    E.J. Simpson is all about versatility. He plays multiple instruments, fronts his all original band, You Purple Virgin; does his own interpretation of the musical Jesus Christ Superstar; as well as performing with well-known bands, Beru Revue, Boris Garcia and others. And if that weren't enough, he also teaches multiple instruments to students, as he says "from ages 6 to 96." And somehow he still finds the time to write and record his own albums of originals. "December" is the soon to be released follow-up to "Fabulous Fantasy." Which is aptly named based on his life, which can at times seem like a fabulous fantasy. Is E.J. Simpson versatile? Why yes. Yes he is.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Episode 33 - Rodney Whittenberg
    Apr 1 2026

    At a very young age, Rodney Whittenberg had already decided what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. While accompanying his father on a visit to a local musician's house; a man who was going to transcribe a song his father had written; Rodney saw the vast array of instruments on the wall, the reel-to-reel recorder and accompanying equipment, and he was hooked. And of course, the rest is history. Multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, singer-songwriter, filmmaker, performer and owner/operator of Melodyvision Studios, Rodney Whittenberg took the dream of that six-year old boy who accompanied his dad that day and turned the dream into his real-life story. And what an amazing story it is.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Episode 32 - John Flynn
    Mar 10 2026

    Some people talk the talk and some people walk the walk. John Flynn definitely walks the walk. Singer/songwriter and activist, both his life and his music originate from a point of truth and compassion. He speaks for the voiceless and his message, whether musical or in life, comes from the. heart. A social justice troubadour whose words speak loudly and clearly. And when he's not singing, he can be found working directly with the incarcerated to make their transition to freedom or with children whose lives have been affected by AIDS/HIV. A remarkable man. And a remarkable story.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Episode 31 - Larry Ahearn
    Mar 3 2026

    Larry Ahearn spent eleven years working at the Main Point, Philadelphia's legendary music venue that hosted some of the top names in popular music from 1964 to 1981. With artists like Bruce Springsteen, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot and so many others, playing the small coffeehouse before they had hit the big time. Join host Glenn Barratt with Larry as they shares the colorful stories onstage and behind the scenes at the venue. A musical trip back in time with an incredible cast of characters.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Episode 30 - Ben Arnold
    Feb 14 2026

    Ben Arnold has been a constant force in the Philadelphia music scene since the early 90's. His standard of excellence as a singer-songwriter and a live performer has remained consistent, even as the industry has changed around him. He's established himself as a solo artist, band member, multi-instrumentalist, producer and educator. In this conversation, we talk about his newly-released album; his music career; his songwriting; his stories from life on the road and the journey that brought him to where he is today. He's lived and traveled to so many places and each of those places has left its mark on him. As a person and as a performer.

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    1 hr and 10 mins