EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 1H 3M

How to Read the Room

from In Tune with Tradition - Perspectives on Session Etiquette in Irish Traditional Music

In this episode Tara Connaghan talks with Emmy-Winning TV host, Mickela Mallozzi, about her love for Ireland and Irish music and how she has learned to 'read the room' through her years of presenting the 'Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi' TV series.Discover how to respectfully participate in Irish sessions and the importance of cultural understanding, cultural nuances and the joy of musical exchange.This episode is part of the Podcasthon - a charity event uniting podcasters worldwide to raise awareness for local charities.https://podcasthon.org/My chosen charity:Donegal Flights and Cancer Serviceshttps://ionadnp.ie/donegal-cancer-flights/?lang=enDonate to Donegal Flights and Cancer Services:https://ionadnp.ie/donations/tabhair-sintiuis/Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi' TV serieshttps://www.travelbarefeet.com/Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi is available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/travelbarefeetPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/cw/SessionEtiquettewww.sessionetiquette.comIn tune with Tradition: The Private Session Experience:www.sessionetiquette.com/retreatVote for the podcast at the NYC Podcasting Awards:https://www.silver-nyc.com/nycpodcastawards/voteChapters:00:00 Introduction to Irish Session Culture01:33 Michaela's Connection to Irish Music and Culture05:24 What Does an Irish Traditional Music Session Mean?10:03 How to Approach a Session as a Newcomer13:44 Cultural Nuances and Respect in Irish Sessions18:43 Learning the Language and Nuances of Irish Music23:12 Reading the Room and Understanding Session Dynamics27:43 Handling Requests and Song Selection Etiquette32:43 The Significance of Silence and Respect in Sessions37:18 The Emotional and Dynamic Range of Irish Music42:16 The Role of Community and Generations in Sessions46:26 Advice for Respectful Participation and Observation51:17 Final Thoughts on Cultural Respect and ConnectionRecording, Editing, Mastering: Tara ConnaghanGuest editor: Anita Alvarez Santos Creative Virtual Assistant www.SolaraSage.usKeywordsIrish music, music sessions, Mickela Mallozzi, traditional music, musicians, music community, session etiquette, music culture, travel bare feet, Irish American

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