WTTS In Conversation

SNUG owner Jim Arnoldt shares about the Irvington pub's annual showcase of Irish whiskey, as well as their premiere Brand Expo tasting event. Snug Whiskey Fest Brand Expo tickets WTTS In Conversation is sponsored by  Mad Hatter Shows in Greenwood

Big thanks to Ben Miller for the work that the  Mud Creek Conservancy  is doing, including the acquisition of the  Blue Heron Nature Preserve. Please consider contributing to the  necessary infrastructure improvements!  Donations will be matched if they reach their goal of $50,000 by June 1st. Join them for their  Earth Day Celebration  at  Sargent Road Nature Park  this Saturday, April 25... WTTS...

Matt Pelsor talks with John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants about their upcoming series of shows at the Vogue (April 24-26) , and about the unique way they’ve interacted with fans since the late 80s through their “Dial-A-Song" service.  Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

Matt Pelsor talks with Warren Haynes about the musical possibilities, dynamics, and evolution of a good jam, plus an update on the Hurrican Helene recovery back home in North Carolina ahead of an April 8 Gov’t Mule show at Brown County Music Center Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

Matt Pelsor talks with Nancy ahead of Heart's March 15th show at Fishers Event Center. They talk about her sister Ann’s comeback from cancer, the acoustic guitar showiness of “Crazy On You,” and the story of her beloved guitar being stolen (and later returned) at a show last year in Atlantic City.  Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and cel...

Matt Pelsor welcomes back Dave Pirner to talk about the band’s most recent album, Slowly but Shirley , and its resemblance to legacy Soul Asylum records. Dave remarks on songwriting, fan interpretation, and touring in this chat ahead of his ⁠April 8 acoustic show at Hendricks Live in Plainfield.⁠ Big thanks to ⁠Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center⁠ , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebr...

Matt Pelsor revisits a conversation from 2021 about recording Lord Huron’s Long Lost album and how the band endured the pandemic by connecting directly to fans with their acclaimed live streams.  Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center, bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

Following the announcement of her upcoming Super Bowl performance of “America the Beautiful,” Brandi Carlile sits down with Matt Pelsor to discuss what the moment means to her, her newly announced shows at Washington’s Gorge Amphitheatre, and her latest album, Returning to Myself . The conversation also includes a poignant reflection on her 2021 memoir, Broken Horses . Big thanks to Mad Hatter Sho...

Sierra Hull is nominated for four Grammys this year. In 2025 she released her sixth studio album A Tip Toe High Wire to the acclaim of her peers. In this chat, she talks with Matt Pelsor about the album, other recognition she’s gotten for her mandolin playing, and her forthcoming tour with the Milk Carton Kids, which will bring her to Brown County Music Center on February 17th. Big thanks to Mad H...

Taylor Meier of Caamp shares a chat with Matt Pelsor about recording the song “Officer of Love,” as well as the guitar he got as part of the band’s deal with Mom + Pop Music. He also shares about the band’s commitment to sustainability, and his artistic endeavors outside of music. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engag...

In this episode, Matt Pelsor shares another conversation with two guys who have been involved with the band War since their beginnings in the late 60s. Founding member Lonnie Jordan and producer/manager Jerry Goldstein discuss their Christmas song “(Yes, it’s) Christmas,” and recall time spent recording and editing at the legendary Sound City Studios. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Cente...

This time around, we go back to a talk Dave Lindquist had with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell in 2021. They spoke about the band’s Indiana connections and lyrical references, plus some talk about his band The Dirty Knobs, as well as his stint with Fleetwood Mac. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking...

Matt Pelsor spoke with Zombies founder Rod Argent in October 2023 about the rock & roll megastar who had their 1964 hit She’s Not There in his personal jukebox, as well as his feelings about the term “psych rock,” and how the band is doing in its modern form. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwoo...

Matt Pelsor talked with the banjo virtuoso ahead of a holiday show on November 28th at Brown County Music Center based on the Béla Fleck and The Flecktones 2008 album Jingle All The Way. He talks about welcoming back old members, the use of Tuvan throat singers on the album and the tour, and shares a remembrance of dear friend and collaborator Chick Corea who passed in 2021.  Big thanks to Mad Hat...

Recently featured at the Austin City Limits music festival, Bebe Stockwell is a rising voice in soulful Americana/Folk music. She talked with Matt Pelsor this past summer about her EP Driving Backwards. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

In this previously unreleased talk recorded in July 2024, Lisa Loeb talks with Matt Pelsor about the 30th anniversary of her song “Stay,” as well as her collaboration with the band The Hollow Trees in her two-decade foray into the world of family-friendly music. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood...

In this previously unreleased talk recorded in 2022, Matt Pelsor talks with the drummer about studio recording, gear, and the memorable session of a Spoon classic. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringing live comedy, movie screenings, and celebrity speaking engagements to Greenwood, Indiana.

Matt Pelsor chats with singer Holly Laessig who, along with Jess Wolfe, fronts the band Lucius who are known for their vibrant theatrical performances in addition to their impressive musicianship. Holly spoke about the new self-titled album which was produced by drummer Dan Molad; and about working with Adam Granduciel of The War On Drugs on both his song “I Don’t Live Here Anymore,” and on the Lu...

The Doobie Brothers released the new album Walk This Road back in June, and Matt Pelsor enjoyed it, so this chance to talk with Tom Johnston was very special indeed. They talked about the title track featuring Mavis Staples, plus a song he wrote called “Here To Stay” and more.  The Doobies play Ruoff Music Center on Saturday, September 13th. Big thanks to Mad Hatter Shows and Event Center , bringi...

The bestselling author of Raw Dog: The Naked Truth About Hot Dogs talks with Matt Pelsor about her book, and her upcoming performance(s) in Indy at the end of the month. Jamie performs August 30th at the Let's Fest Comedy Festival in Indy. For discounted tickets, check out Circle City Savings. WTTS In Conversation is powered by ⁠Mad Hatter Shows

Matt Pelsor chats with Eggy drummer Alex Bailey and keyboardist/vocalist Dani Battat about the band’s rising momentum, and what it’s like being invited to share the stage with jam scene legends like String Cheese Incident, Widespread Panic, and more. Eggy joins Moe. on Saturday, August 16th for Rock the Ruins at Holliday Park WTTS In Conversation is powered by Mad Hatter Shows

The Toto frontman talks about his famous father, film score composer John Williams; as well as his work as a studio vocalist, plus remarks on legendary keyboardist Greg Phillinganes’ return to the band, and what it’s like playing in Southern California when founding member David Paich can rejoin Toto on stage. Toto plays Ruoff Music Center with Christopher Cross and Men at Work on August 6th

Matt Pelsor talks with Tony Scalzo of Fastball about their huge hit “Out of My Head” as well as what it’s been like touring with Barenaked Ladies on their Last Summer on Earth tour. He also shares about the experience of writing and recording their recent Sonic Ranch album, and visiting Indy for the US Olympic Swim Trials last year. Fastball joins Sugar Ray and Barenaked Ladies on Sunday, July 20t...

Singer-Songwriter Jesse Welles has captured the world's attention with his viral "Under The Powerlines" videos, which has introduced him to a fanbase ready to hear what else he has to say. In this chat, he talks to Matt Pelsor about his influences, both musical and literary; and about his newfound friendship with famous fan Dave Matthews.

The frontman caught up with morning host Matt Pelsor about their first LP in over a decade, Butter Miracle: The Complete Sweets; as well as his favorite reads, and his latest musical rabbit hole. Counting Crows will play Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on Saturday, June 14th