Ben Fanning & Zach Schultz

Americana Curious

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The podcast that unearths hidden Americana gems, shares untold stories from legends, and proves music still has the power to move us all. If you believe Americana music can transform the world, you’re in the right place. Too many overlook its raw beauty and power to connect, heal, and inspire. We spotlight the artists carrying that torch — unsung heroes writing the soundtrack to something bigger. Each week, hosts Ben Fanning and Zach Schultz bring you intimate, entertaining conversations with artists changing the world one song at a time — like Old Crow Medicine Show, Drew Holcomb & The Neighb...

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Ben Fanning & Zach Schultz

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Music

Latest episode

Oct 21, 2026

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Episodes

American Aquarium's BJ Barham - Burners and Heart Breakers 16.07.2024

Burners and Heart Breakers American Aquarium's BJ Barham, prolific songwriter, legendary live performer, and fierce band leader, shares a powerful and inspirational message in his interview on Americana Curious. The band formed in 2006 in Raleigh, North Carolina, and BJ derived the band's name from the Wilco song, “I am trying to break your heart”.  They’ve released 9 studio albums including...

Leon Majcen - Gulfcoast Guitar, Flyrods, and Heartfelt Lyrics 09.07.2024

Gulf Coast Guitar, Flyrods, and Heartfelt Lyrics While Leon Majcen grew up on the Gulf Coast of Florida, he’s the son of Bosnian war refugees who fled their homeland in search of a better life for their children. From a young age, Leon was drawn to the power of storytelling through music, particularly the work of artists like Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, Bob Dylan, and Guy Clark. He played local...

Jack McKeon - Life's Soundtrack. No Judgement. No Preaching. 01.07.2024

Music with No Judgement or Preaching. Jack McKeon's, A Nashville-based singer-songwriter with an honest, plainspoken vocal, an eclectic-roots sound and a knack for bringing crystalline characters to life without the moral judgement. You''ll hear how he crafts such incredible music grounded in the power of observation, humanity, and connection First inspired by literary music icons from Hank Willia...

Jordan Foley - The Growl of Americana 25.06.2024

A Growl that You'll Never Forget Jordan Foley is a singer-songwriter in the folk-Americana realm based in Orlando, Fl. Jordan packs a punch with his growling voice and heavy-hand acoustic rhythm and can be found playing all over the Central Florida area and beyond!  Jordan’s music has been described by Creative Loafing as “a special brand of Americana for admires of bands like American Aquari...

Palmyra's Sasha Landon - Lush Harmony & Brilliant Song Writing 17.06.2024

Palmyra - Do You Like Lush Harmony & Brilliant Song Writing? Then this is your band! Get inspired by Palmyra's Sasha Landon, who shares the incredible stories by their songs and what fuels their music mission. It's high-energy Americana at it's finest1 A trio that also includes Teddy Chipouras and Mānoa Bell, all hailing from Virginia.= One things for sure... Palmyra's star is rising...

Jack Browning - The Picasso of Americana 11.06.2024

The Picasso of Americana Jack Browning is a phenomenal musician, songwriter, and painter, whose work captures the essence of Americana legends. Hailing from the UK, Browning was captivated by Americana music and has never looked back. In his late teens, he toured and played alongside music icons such as Jeff Beck, Joss Stone, and Gregory Porter. Now, he's released his debut album, "Red Eye Radio,"...

Mason Via - From Old Crow Medicine Show to Solo Success 02.06.2024

Grammy-nominated Mason Via has had an incredible journey that includes touring for years with Old Crow Medicine Show as its youngest member. He's also released his original album New Horizons that’s taken Americana scene by storm, and he's listed by NPR as one of the top 10 bluegrass artists thriving in modern Nashville. You can also find his songwriting on Molly Tuttle’s Grammy-winning album, Gol...

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