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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 58 MIN

Special Guest- Mark Farner

from Treasure Island Discs · host Jeff Moffatt

Mark Farner, legendary frontman and guitarist of Grand Funk Railroad, joins host Jeff Moffatt for a lively and heartfelt conversation on Treasure Island Discs. From his Flint, Michigan roots to selling over 25 million records worldwide, Farner reflects on the family jam sessions that sparked his passion, the whimsical story behind the band’s famous cowbell, and the electrifying energy of their stadium-filling performances.With humor, wisdom, and humility, Mark shares how songwriting became his outlet for faith, belief, and messages of unity — timeless themes that continue to resonate today. A true American rock icon, Farner brings both nostalgia and fresh perspective to this unforgettable episode.Learn more at www.markfarner.com.Other artists mentioned in this episode: Grand Funk Railroad Humble Pie Alice Cooper Ursa Majors The Yardbirds Jeff Beck Rick Derringer Steve Cropper Howard Tate

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