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PodBand PipeCast
by Alex Lemoine
Welcome to PodBand PipeCast, the premier pipe band podcast! We're a podcast about pipe band and pipe band culture.
Episodes
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EPISODE 105 - The New Massed Bands?
New massed bands music just dropped and let's just say, there’s a lot to unpack here. 💼 Listen as we work through our mixed feelings and end up at our conclusion. Which is, spoiler alert: we support this decision. 👍 Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes:...
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EPISODE 104 - Welcome Back
It's our first contest in two years and we are EXHAUSTED! 😴 Find out if it was as much fun as we remembered! Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 103 - We Missed You
It's 2022 and we're back at the Phoenix Highland Games after two years of a pandemic! There were so many things we all missed about the highland games, but don't just take our word for it. Hear from attendees at the games about what they missed in this special episode. Support us Patreon to see…
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EPISODE 102 - Rules Rule
Great Highland Bagpipes are required… except when they’re not. 🤔 And tenor drums aren’t required… unless you want to win Best Bass Section. This week we’re reading some more RSPBA rules and requirements and having some fun along the way! Disclaimer: We may be misunderstanding some of these… or…
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EPISODE 101 - RSPB-YAY!
Who else loves reading pipe band contest rules? 😇 In this episode we take a look at some interesting rules from the mother of all pipe band associations, the RSPBA, and how they compare to our home association. Disclaimer: We may be misunderstanding some of these… or are we? Support us Patreon…
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EPISODE 100 - 100 Things
In honor of our 100th episode, we're naming 100 pipe band things! 💯 Did your favorite things make the list? Or your least favorite? Only one way to find out! Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 99 - Hot Takes
It's our first episode of 2022 and it's coming in hot! 🔥 We're starting off the year with some controversial hot takes: wild opinions that may actually make sense. Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 98 - Christmas Parking Lot Special
Honk if you love the holidays! 🎄🕎🕯 This Christmas Parking Lot Special will be our last one of the year. Here we recap a Christmas concert our band performed, remind you of our famous Dew Year challenge, and talk about our wishes for the new year. Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and we will…
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EPISODE 97 - THE COST IS CORRECT
We celebrated our podcast's 2nd birthday with pipe band themed party games, starting with the Cost is Correct! 💰 Can you guess the typical amount of currency required for purchase of these pipe band supplies? See more footage from our birthday celebration on our Patreon! Support us Patreon to…
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EPISODE 96 - Tournament of Tartans: Great 8
It's down to the final 8! Tune in to find out which tartan will be crowned our PodBand PipeCast favorite! Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 95 - Tournament of Tartans: Sweet 16
Have you ever thought, "that's a pretty tartan, I wish our band wore that"? In this episode we build a bracket of 16 tartans that we think would be great choices for pipe bands. Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on...
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EPISODE 94 - It's A Wonderful (Bit)Life
BitLife is a game where you make decisions in a simulated life, so of course we had to choose to be a drummer! Unfortunately… Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email…
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EPISODE 93 - Getting Physical: Part Two
Licensed physical therapist Alex Randall evaluates a tenor drummer and bass drummer and provides simple stretches every piper and drummer can do to help improve posture. Let's get moving! 🙆♀️ Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes…
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EPISODE 92 - Getting Physical: Part One
Is your playing posture hurting you? 🤕 Licensed physical therapist Alex Randall evaluates a piper and snare drummer and discusses ways to help make piping and drumming more ergonomic. Support us Patreon to see the video version of all our episodes: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us...
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EPISODE 91 - The Wicker Man
What better way to celebrate Halloween than watching a spooky Scottish movie? Warning: this one is rated R, probably mostly for that questionable kilt/jacket combo worn by Christopher Lee, and also copious amounts of nudity. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode:...
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EPISODE 90 - Imports and Kilt Rentals
Michael McClanathan discusses how his Arizona imports shop became one of North America's most popular rental stores for highlandwear. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast…
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EPISODE 89 - Michael McClanathan
Michael McClanathan discusses going from Motor City and playing in the Chrysler Pipe Band to being a piper for hire in Scottsdale. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email…
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EPISODE 88 - Cut: Turnips for Dessert
We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the third part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 87 - Cut: Lamb and Oats
We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the second part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 86 - Cut: An Irn Bru Appetizer
We have 30 minutes and a box of random Scottish foods. This is the first part of a three-part series where we cook a meal out of some odd, but familiar, ingredients. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 85 - Baggage
We have a non-pipe bander choose an instrument based solely off of its less-than-desirable qualities. There's a lot to unpack here. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email...
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EPISODE 84 - Trash Pipes
We make bagpipes out of trash bags! Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 83 - Artificial Unintelligence
We see if artificial intelligence can help us write a pipe band blog post, learn about some historic pipe band figures, and talk about how great our podcast is. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 82 - Pipe Band Top 10
Our top 10 pipe band things. But for both of us, so that's more like 20 things. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 81 - Movie Pitches
Listen as we pitch you a few of our ***100% ORIGINAL*** ideas for pipe band films. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 80 - Bagpiping Goats
In this "just for fun" episode we rescue some bagpiping goats as Spyro the Dragon. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 79 - Beat Saber
Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9F1yloHBDiLiRznrO9BCBQyou
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EPISODE 78 - Online Contest
WUSPBA Desert Branch Treasurer Erica Lue discusses lessons learned from hosting the branch's first online solo contest. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 77 - Underwater Drumming
Dianne Nunez and Alex Lemoine continue the discussion about the filming of the Mesa Caledonian Pipe Band's pandemic project video. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email…
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EPISODE 76 - Cowboys and Bagpipes
Dianne Nunez and Alex Lemoine discuss the filming of the Mesa Caledonian Pipe Band's pandemic project video. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 75 - The Gael
Kevin Conquest and Mike McKee discuss how they made the arrangement and audio track for the band's Gael pandemic project. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 74 - Finally, Some Answers
We read Yahoo Answers posts about bagpipes, most of which are absolutely not helpful. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited...
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EPISODE 73 - Bagpipes In Media
We review several portrayals of bagpipes in popular media and whether they follow negative stereotypes or if they are positive and encouraging. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 72 - Bagpipe Math
Piper and math aficionado Alasdair Martin tackles an age-old question: “If bagpipes only have nine notes, how many different bagpipe tunes are possible?” Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook:...
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EPISODE 71 - The Piper Mathematican
Piper Alasdair Martin joins us to discuss how he got started piping, what keeps him motivated, and one unfortunate trip to Burbank. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email...
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EPISODE 70 - AI Pipe Band
We asked artificial intelligence to narrate a highland games, a solo practice session, and a band rehearsal. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 69 - Happy Accidents
Famed American painter Bob Ross had a lot of good life advice, and some of it can be applied to pipe band. We share some inspiration from the Joy of Painting host while we encourage you to play your instrument! Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode:...
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EPISODE 68 - Pipe Band Parenting
Cailey is going to be a mom! We reached out to our listeners for tips and advice about being a pipe band parent. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 67 - Piping Society
Angus Burke explains how the Piping Society got started and why it ended up being different (and even better) than he expected. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 66 - Making a Piper
Angus Burke discusses his piping career and the piping experiences he brought with him to the Bloomington Piping Society. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 65 - The Piping Teacher
Len Wood discusses what he's learned after a long career of teaching piping. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 64 - Len Wood
Len Wood tells us about his piping career and the building years of the Phoenix Pipe Band. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected]...
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EPISODE 63 - Back to Bass-ics
Rod Bain discusses his experiences teaching and what he likes about bass drumming. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 62 - BOOM BOOM
Rod Bain, bass drummer for Phoenix Pipe Band, discusses his career drumming for various bands in the western United States and what it was like performing in the Lorient Interceltic Festival. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like...
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EPISODE 61 - We're All Set
Drummer Todd Norris discusses how drum set drumming has influenced his pipe band snare drumming, and vice versa. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 60 - Big Bonnets and Broken Thumbs
Snare drummer Todd Norris discusses his career and how a broken thumb led to him becoming a drum sergeant. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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EPISODE 59 - Get Disciplined
We summarize some tips for getting disciplined and back on track with practicing. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 58 - Too Much Dew
The Crew continues discussing improvements to pipe banding and the history of Mountain Dew. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected]...
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EPISODE 57 - Dew Ideas
The Crew discusses more ways to improve pipe banding. Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us: [email protected] Produced/edited by:...
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EPISODE 56 - Pipe Bands 2021
We discuss ways to make pipe band events better, while tasting 14 different flavors of Mountain Dew. Happy New Year! Support us Patreon to see the video version of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/PodBandPipeCast Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/PodBandPipeCast Email us:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to PodBand PipeCast, the premier pipe band podcast! We're a podcast about pipe band and pipe band culture.
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Alex Lemoine
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Welcome to PodBand PipeCast, the premier pipe band podcast! We're a podcast about pipe band and pipe band culture.
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