Two Good Ears Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin a s he talks Today with Jesse James DeConto , songwriter, storyteller, journalist, and the creative force behind The Pinkerton Raid. Jesse's songs are rooted in the places we come from, the people we love, the struggles we endure, and the hope that keeps us moving forward. Through his music, he explores history, family, community, and the questions that...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with singer/songwriter Teni Rane , an Americana and folk artist from Chattanooga, Tennessee, whose music explores themes of identity, belonging, home, and the winding paths we take through life. Her songs blend thoughtful storytelling with a distinctive voice that's earned praise for both its honesty and emotional depth. Beyond music, she&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with singer/songwriter Lyal Strickland. Lyal is one of those artists who feels like he grew straight out of the soil he writes about. He’s a singer songwriter with a knack for telling the truth in a way that sneaks up on you—plainspoken, thoughtful, and always carrying a little bit of that Ozarks grit. His music has this lived in quality, like co...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Mark Winchester , a bassist and songwriter who’s been part of more great music than most folks realize at first glance. You know him from Lester, Winchester, McKendree , but his résumé stretches way beyond that—he’s toured with Emmylou Harris , held down the low end for Brian Setzer , and built a career on rock solid playing and real musical...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with the husband and wife singer-songwriter duo of Tibbs and Obermiller . Hillary and Steve Obermiller are a real couple-to-couple kind of project—two people writing from the inside out, with tight vocal and guitar harmonies that hit you right in the chest, and songs that don’t shy away from the messy parts of being human. They’ve got that folksy...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Jenny Reynolds . Austin singer-songwriter Jenny brings a mix of grit, grace, and hard-earned wisdom to every conversation. Guided by her mantra “Work hard, be nice, keep moving,” she’s spent years crafting thoughtful songs, collaborating with celebrated artists, and performing on some of folk music’s most beloved stages. In this episode, she...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Justin and Victoria Khoury of the band Burn The Breeze . Burn The Breeze’s Justin and Victoria Khoury bring a mix of sharp songwriting, real chemistry, and down to earth personality to every conversation. As both musicians and hosts of a popular YouTube reaction show, they approach music with curiosity, honesty, and a genuine love for the cr...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he sits down with Derrick and Jodi Mears of March to August , a nationally touring Americana, Alt-Country, Folk and Bluegrass duo based in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. Known for their heartfelt songwriting, rich vocal harmonies, and authentic acoustic sound, the husband-and-wife team has built a loyal following through relentless touring and music th...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he presents a conversation with the late, great singer-songwriter, and keyboardist Bobby Whitlock . This interview is hosted by Jason Wilber . A deep dive music conversation recorded in 2014 in Austin, Texas with Bobby Whitlock — co founder of Derek and the Dominos, soulful vocalist, multi instrumentalist, and storied collaborator with icons from his earl...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Scott Sean White.  Scott Sean White is an Americana songwriter and storyteller from Texas, drawn to songs about faith, love, mental health, and the hard-earned wisdom of adult life. He’s written for and alongside major country artists, while his own performances bring intimate, life-won narratives to listening rooms and small stages. His mus...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Nick Stefanacci, Blending classical training with fearless versatility, saxophonist and producer Nick Stefanacci has performed worldwide alongside artists across rock, jazz, hip hop, and Motown. With seven solo projects and a new album arriving soon, he continues to shape a bold, expressive musical voice rooted in passion and purpose. SPOTIF...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Adam Brodsky . A podcast inspired by the unapologetic voice of Adam Brodsky, the folk/punk troubadour who turned sharp wit and fearless honesty into an art form. We dig into songwriting, storytelling, and the beautifully messy truth behind independent music, being political, and carrying on a folk tradition of interpreting, challenging, and...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Matthew Payne . Matthew Payne is a singer‑songwriter from Dripping Springs, just outside Austin — a place with a name as memorable as the music he’s been making. Matthew first turned heads with his EP Coyote Howling Blues, and his new album Better Times goes even deeper. These songs are personal and unvarnished, drawn from real chapters of h...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Rich Reardin as he talks with Colin Keenan - a Los Angeles–based singer songwriter and Berklee College of Music graduate known for his dark, literate, and atmospheric approach to songwriting. His work blends emotional tension, sharp lyricism, and a cinematic sense of mood, earning him the nickname “The Minister of Sinister.” After early years in Connecticut bands and col...

Send us Fan Mail Mourning Coffee is the goth/folk project of singer/songwriter Christian Diana , whose work centers on the idea of “pain awakening” — transforming personal struggle into something resonant, honest, and beautifully crafted. His songs blend shadowed atmospheres with intimate storytelling, creating a space where vulnerability becomes connection. In this episode, Christian talks about...

Send us Fan Mail Join TGE host Rich Reardin , joined by Paula Boggs - songwriter, bandleader, and the creative engine behind the Paula Boggs Band . For nearly twenty years she’s shaped a sound she calls “soulgrass,” blending Americana storytelling with bluegrass, blues, and soul. Her path — Army officer, attorney, and now full time musician — gives her songs a depth and honesty all her own. We’re...

Send us Fan Mail TGE host Rich Reardin as he talks with Pianist and composer Joachim Horsley for a deep dive into his genre blending approach to music — from re-imagining classical works through global rhythms to composing for film and the concert stage. In this conversation, he opens up about creativity, collaboration, and the craft behind his uniquely cinematic sound creating new works for film...

Send us Fan Mail Host Rich Reardin talks with bassist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and bio-scientific consultant, Terry Kok . Today I’m talking with someone who’s been quietly shaping a whole corner of Midwestern counterculture for decades. Terry Kok is a bassist, a composer, and a builder of worlds — literally. He helped pioneer Lothlorien, an off-the-grid and self-sustaining community and ca...

Send us Fan Mail TGE Episode 341  features singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Martha Groves Perry and legendary guitarist/producer Pat Thrall. From Martha’s raw, genre-blending songwriting to Pat’s decades of work with artists like Asia, Pat Travers, Glenn Hughes, Tina Turner, and Meat Loaf, this conversation explores the intersection of artistry, performance, and studio craft.  PLAYLIST...

Send us Fan Mail Join TGE host Rich Reardin as he talks with siblings Michael and Margo Timmins of Cowboy Junkies. A quiet, intimate conversation with the artists behind one of Canada’s most enduring and influential bands. Cowboy Junkies—built around siblings Margo, Michael, and Peter Timmins with longtime bassist Alan Anton—rose from Toronto’s indie scene to worldwide acclaim with their haunting,...

Send us Fan Mail We recently lost American music icon Chip Taylor , the songwriter behind “Angel of the Morning,” “Wild Thing,” and hundreds of other classics. In this episode, we share clips from a 2011 interview we recorded at his Manhattan apartment, where Chip reflected on his early life, many songs he wrote for others, his solo songs and album Yonkers, New York , and the experiences that shap...

Send us Fan Mail Sam Bergquist is a Boston-based singer/songwriter whose work has always lived at the crossroads of Americana and the Folk tradition with sharp, contemporary observation. He came up through the city’s music scene with a voice that’s direct, thoughtful, and unafraid to wrestle with the real stuff—justice, doubt, the contradictions of everyday life. Over the years he’s played everywh...

Send us Fan Mail Join TGE host Rich Reardin as he talks with Kansas based singer/songwriter Sky Smeed . Rooted in the heart of rural Kansas, Sky Smeed brings humor, heart, and hard earned wisdom to every conversation. This podcast dives into the stories behind his songs—tales of small town life, big feelings, and the winding road of an independent musician. Warm, genuine, and always a little misch...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode host Rich Reardin talks with Grant Peeples. Grant is one of those rare songwriters whose life story hums underneath every line he sings. He’s got that sharp, clear eyed way of looking at the world, but it’s shaped by years far outside the usual music industry orbit—including more than a decade living on a tiny island off the coast of Nicaragua, where the pace of li...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode host Rich Reardin talks with Dave Miller , who is a veteran Americana singer-songwriter-storyteller based in Arkansas, whose five decade musical journey reflects deep roots in both the South and the Southwest. Recording with the acclaimed Howlin’ Dog Records, his work blends lived experience, rich storytelling, and a timeless roots sound. DAVE MILLER WEBSITE DAVE M...