Episodes

Aug. 31, 2025

Asheville Singer Songwriter David Wilcox talks about "The Way I Tell The Story"

Asheville-based Singer/Songwriter David Wilcox joins me to discuss his new album, “The Way I Tell The Story,” the inspiration behind the deep #lyrics + meaning behind many of the project’s songs. David is joined by major talent including Al Carty (Rob Thomas, Christina Aguilera), Bashiri Johnson (Michael Jackson, Sting, Madonna), Bill Berg (drummer on Bob Dylan’s “Blood on the Tracks”) + others. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/su...
Aug. 17, 2025

Author Mark Brend talks about his new book about cult hero David Ackles

Author Mark Brend joins me to talk about his latest book called “Down River: In Search of David Ackles.” Singer/Songwriter/Musician David Ackles is a forgotten cult hero/singer/songwriter/musician. Ackles put out four albums in the late 1960s/early 1970s and suddenly vanished from the music scene. We talk about the book, Ackles and contemporaries like Elton John and Phil Collins. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Aug. 10, 2025

Ross Thorn, Minnesota Singer-Songwriter talks new album + more!

Minnesota-based Singer/Songwriter/Musician Ross Thorn joins me on the podcast to talk about his new album, “Fitting In,” Minnesota music, artists + more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
July 27, 2025

Musician Brayden Baird wants to know, “Lord, why do you do these things to me?”

Brayden Baird is a producer/studio genius who also creates his own albums. His latest is titled, “Lord, why do you do these things to me?” This talented Brooklyn-based artist joins me to talk about the new project, performing and unique stories about his childhood + especially, his dad.Stay tuned throughout our riveting chat! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
July 20, 2025

Jazz Pianist Aimee Nolte

Aimee Nolte is a jazz pianist, singer and teacher. She joins me to talk about performing, teaching music, songwriting, recording and more. Check out this conversation with the talented, hard-working California-based artist. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
July 6, 2025

Comedian/Author JT Habersaat

JT Habersaat, known as the Godfather of Punk Rock Comedy, has spent decades innovating within the comedy scene. Beyond stand-up, he's authored several books, with his newest release being "Doing Time: Comedians Talk Stand-Up." This collection features conversations with notable comedians such as Patton Oswalt, Bobcat Goldthwait, Todd Glass, Brian Posehn,"Weird Al" Yankovic + many more. This episode explores Habersaat's experiences touring and the insights shared by the comedians featured in his ...
June 29, 2025

Lawrence Gowan from Styx

Lawrence Gowan, Styx's keyboardist extraordinaire, returns to the podcast! We'll dive into the "Brotherhood of Rock Tour," their latest album "Circling From Above," and his experiences with the band. Join us for a lively discussion featuring great music, touring partners Don Felder and Kevin Cronin, eclectic Oregon lodging, Cleveland's WMMS, and much more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
June 16, 2025

Kevin Hanson from The Fractals

Kevin Hanson, an accomplished singer-songwriter-musician, was a member of Huffamoose, a 1990s alt-rock band that played Woodstock '94 and "Late Night with Conan O'Brien." Since then, he's been busy with The Fractals, an alternative-indie-rock powerhouse quartet. The band's new 4-song EP is titled "Rescue." We discuss this project, the early days of Huffamoose, and more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
May 26, 2025

Bob Dylan maven talks about his latest book, ‘Decade of Dissent’

Author Sean Egan joins me to talk about his latest book which discusses Singer/Songwriter/Musician Bob Dylan’s impact from the mid-1960s through the mid-1970s. We take a deep dive into the impact of classic Dylan works including Highway 61 Revisited, Blonde On Blonde, Blood On The Tracks and more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
May 19, 2025

Firefall's Jock Bartley returns to talk about "Friends & Family 2"

The band Firefall scored huge hits with “You Are The Woman,” “Just Remember I Love You,” “Strange Way,” + “Cinderella.” I speak with original member Jock Bartley about their major success + latest album, “Friends & Family 2,” which features their own takes on Fleetwood Mac, the Beach Boys, Eddie Money, Kenny Loggins + more! Join us we go down music's Memory Lane. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
May 4, 2025

Singer-Songwriter-Musician Ron Sowell

West Virginia is proud to have so much talent within its borders including Singer-Songwriter Ron Sowell. Ron talks with me on my podcast to talk about his new album “Dance Till The Music Stops,” as well as his work on NPR’s “Mountain Stage.” Join us as we delve into a variety of music including Samba, Tex-Mex, Creole, Barbershop + more styles that appear on the new album. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
April 20, 2025

The HercuLeons featuring Andrea Zonn and John Cowan

Andrea Zonn and John Cowan have been making music for decades. Whether John is performing with the Doobie Brothers or Andrea playing with James Taylor, both keep busy with their own projects. The two joined forces to create The HercuLeons. Andrea and John join me to talk about their debut album which featuresMichael McDonald + others. We have a great chat about their project as well as their time with performers including Alison Krauss. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c...
April 6, 2025

The Wildwoods

The Nebraska-based folk Americana trio known as The Wildwoods join me on my #podcast to talk about their new album, “Dear Meadowlark,” an homage to their home state. In this episode, Noah + Chloe Gose speak with me about writing, producing, recording + life on the road. Check it out! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
March 22, 2025

Andy James, Flamenco/Jazz Vocalist/Dancer/Artist

Andy James is a Flamenco/Jazz Vocalist, Dancer + Artist. Andy joins me to talk about her time growing up in Melbourne, Australia, recording, touring + more! Her new album, "Happy People" was released on March 7, 2025. Get the album wherever you get music and on her website. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
March 9, 2025

A.J. Croce talks "Heart of the Eternal"

Singer/Songwriter/Musician A.J. Croce joins me again on the podcast This time, we talk about his new album, “Heart of the Eternal,”touring with this project, his band includingDavid Barard (Dr. John), Gary Mallaber (Van Morrison), James Pennebaker (Delbert McClinton) + more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
March 2, 2025

Brendan James, Singer-Songwriter-Musician

Singer-Songwriter Brendan James joins me to talk about touring, his latest album “Chasing Light,” connecting with nature + more! The Charleston, SC-based artist speaks with me while on the road.Check it out! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Feb. 16, 2025

Theresa Oschmann, The Mailbox Maven

Theresa Oschmann always possessed an entrepreneurial spirit. For over two decades, Theresa channeled that energy into a successful business known as The Mailbox Maven. Join me as I delve into another business owner episode on my #podcast,”TFTC with Bob Nebel,” where I speak with leaders like Theresa + artists, creators + more from across the globe! Join us for an inspiring talk about how to reinvent yourself, find confidence in leading + growing! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www....
Jan. 26, 2025

LA-based band, Final Gravity

The band Final Gravity joins me on my latest #podcast #episode to talk about their latest project, “Stormchaser,” the band’s formation, touring + more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Jan. 5, 2025

Singer-Songwriter John McCutcheon's "Field of Stars"

Singer-Songwriter John McCutcheon joins me again on the #podcast to #talk about his 45th album, “Field of Stars,” + remembering Jimmy Carter and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Dec. 8, 2024

Pure Prairie League's Mike Reilly

I speak with Pure Prairie League’s Mike Reilly about the legendary band’s catalog including their iconic hit, “Amie,” as well as their new album, “Back On Track,” which is receiving massive critical praise. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Dec. 1, 2024

Lynn Hesse, Author

Lynn Hesse is a law enforcement officer turned author. Lynn joins me to talk about her body of work in addition to her latest novel, “The Underground Chameleon: an android against authoritarianism.” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Nov. 24, 2024

Author Jonathan Lerner

Author Jonathan Lerner joins me to talk about his latest book, “Performance Anxiety,” a memoir focusing on his life growing up in the 1960s as a teen/young adult who was just discovering himself and a turbulent world. Lerner discusses his time going from helping to found The Weather Underground, becoming an adult far too soon, a complex family + much more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Nov. 3, 2024

Singer-Songwriter-Musician Slaw

Singer-Songwriter-Musician Slaw joins me on my podcast to talk about his album, "Here I Come." Slaw graduated from Georgia Tech in Atlanta, created several businesses, but knew during all of that, he wanted to write, perform and record original songs. His wish came true with this new album. We talk about the long road to this new release and more. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.
Oct. 20, 2024

Iain Matthews

He has had scores of hit singles over a span of years including, “Shake It.” I speak with Singer/Songwriter/Musician Iain Matthews about his massive discography + his latest album, “How Much Is Enough?” Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tftc-with-bob-nebel--4703586/support.