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Witchpolice Radio

Witchpolice Radio

Acclaimed Manitoba-centric music interview podcast. Hosted by Winnipeg journalist and massive record nerd Sam Thompson. Music talk radio, broadcasting from 2012 "til forever. DIY or die.

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00:42:24

WR719: Mira Black

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/29

You can’t keep a Winnipegger away from the city for too long! Although she hasn’t been able to perform in town since the pandemic, Mira Blackis making a return with an intimate new show, “Journey of Ashes”, on Sept. 18.Check out this conversation about the show — which blends music and spoken word — finding a new outlet on TikTok, and so much more. Want to hear more Mira? Catch her on episode 247 (Sept. 2017) and on the Acoustically Inclined episode (379, May

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00:41:07

WR718: Greg Rekus

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/25

It's the hardest working man in punk rock!There are a few people who have an all-purpose “pass” to come on the podcast anytime they have something to talk about, and one of those is folk-punk die-hard Greg Rekus.Greg is about to embark on (another) lengthy tour, kicking off with a local show at Blue Note Park on Sept. 7.We talked about his neverending adventures on the road, performing solo vs. full band, busting out of a pandemic-affected writer’s block, and much more. Want to

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00:41:07

WR718: Greg Rekus

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/25

It's the hardest working man in punk rock!There are a few people who have an all-purpose “pass” to come on the podcast anytime they have something to talk about, and one of those is folk-punk die-hard Greg Rekus.Greg is about to embark on (another) lengthy tour, kicking off with a local show at Blue Note Park on Sept. 7.We talked about his neverending adventures on the road, performing solo vs. full band, busting out of a pandemic-affected writer’s block, and much more. Want to

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00:37:58

WR717: Jerry Sereda

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/22

On this episode: a chat with award-winning Manitoba country singer Jerry Sereda!While we did talk about his new single, “Backroad Therapy” (eventually), it’s a wide-ranging conversation about crossovers between country, hip-hop, pop and beyond, being vulnerable on stage, and so much more. Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon! You can help out for as little as $1 a month if you like the show and want to throw some change in the guitar case! You can also

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00:37:58

WR717: Jerry Sereda

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/22

On this episode: a chat with award-winning Manitoba country singer Jerry Sereda!While we did talk about his new single, “Backroad Therapy” (eventually), it’s a wide-ranging conversation about crossovers between country, hip-hop, pop and beyond, being vulnerable on stage, and so much more. Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon! You can help out for as little as $1 a month if you like the show and want to throw some change in the guitar case! You can also throw a

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00:41:22

WR716: Amanda Forest

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/19

Clarinetist and experimental/improvisational artist Amanda Forest is on the show!We talked about her new improvisational electronic project, ‘Paintchip Prompts’ (it’s rad, you should check it out), the clarinet not being the “dusty old relic” I thought it was, delving into electronic sounds during the pandemic, and much more! Now with improved audio! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon, including our newest patron, bitbitbitband! You can help out for as

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00:41:22

WR716: Amanda Forest

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/19

Clarinetist and experimental/improvisational artist Amanda Forest is on the show!We talked about her new improvisational electronic project, ‘Paintchip Prompts’ (it’s rad, you should check it out), the clarinet not being the “dusty old relic” I thought it was, delving into electronic sounds during the pandemic, and much more! Now with improved audio! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon, including our newest patron, bitbitbitband! You can help out

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00:45:37

WR715: Antonio and Giovanna Mazza

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2022/08/15

We go deep into a supernaturally-inspired electro-prog concept album on this episode, talking 'Luana Moth' with its creator, Antonio Mazzaand his sister, Giovanna Mazza,who sings on the record.It's a fun one, and the record is abolutely deadly. Tune in for a conversation about everything from the importance of interludes, to the daunting task of (maybe one day) performing such a complex piece of music live. Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon! You can help out for as little as

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00:45:37

WR715: Antonio and Giovanna Mazza

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/15

We go deep into a supernaturally-inspired electro-prog concept album on this episode, talking 'Luana Moth' with its creator, Antonio Mazza and his sister, Giovanna Mazza, who sings on the record.It's a fun one, and the record is abolutely deadly. Tune in for a conversation about everything from the importance of interludes, to the daunting task of (maybe one day) performing such a complex piece of music live. Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon! You can

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00:43:20

WR714: Tod Hughes

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2022/08/11

Great conversation with singer-songwriter Tod Hughes, about coming back to Winnipeg after decades in Calgary, turning Park Alleysinto a thriving music venue/bowling alley despite the challenges of the pandemic, playing with Slow Train Homeand much more! This episode brought to you by our pals atDevine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon, like our newest patrons, Tod Hughes (hey, whaddaya know?)

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00:43:20

WR714: Tod Hughes

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/11

Great conversation with singer-songwriter Tod Hughes, about coming back to Winnipeg after decades in Calgary, turning Park Alleys into a thriving music venue/bowling alley despite the challenges of the pandemic, playing with Slow Train Home and much more! This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon, like our newest patrons, Tod

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00:30:00

WR713: Dog Pops

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/08

The guests on this episode, Dog Pops, are a new band that emerged from local (sorta) indie supergroup Marshall & Some Buddies.They’re getting set to play their first show and just released a very bird-heavy EP.We talked songs about food and animals (mostly written on the toilet), recurring dog themes, not taking yourself too seriously, the debut record, avoiding social media, and much more. This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company, who have brand new

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00:30:00

WR713: Dog Pops

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/08

The guests on this episode, Dog Pops, are a new band that emerged from local (sorta) indie supergroup Marshall & Some Buddies.They’re getting set to play their first show and just released a very bird-heavy EP.We talked songs about food and animals (mostly written on the toilet), recurring dog themes, not taking yourself too seriously, the debut record, avoiding social media, and much more. This episode brought to you by our pals atDevine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch

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00:45:28

WR712: Vav Jungle

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/04

By popular demand… it's a conversation with a true Winnipeg original: groovy electronic pop and visual artist Eve Rice, a/k/a Vav Jungle! On this episode, we talk circuit bending, organ music, early DIY live shows, DJBeekeeni, and much more! This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast on Patreon, like our newest patron, Jeremy Jackiew (who will

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00:45:28

WR712: Vav Jungle

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/04

By popular demand… it's a conversation with a true Winnipeg original: groovy electronic pop and visual artistEve Rice, a/k/a Vav Jungle! On this episode, we talk circuit bending, organ music, early DIY live shows, DJBeekeeni, and much more! This episode brought to you by our pals atDevine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon, like our newest patron, Jeremy Jackiew (who will get an on-air

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00:57:59

WR711: The Quiffs

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/01

There are no local bands I love more than the short-lived but glorious garage punk foursome The Quiffs.They haven’t been active in about 15 years, but I was able to get all four members back together for a podcast!We talked about learning their instruments as they went along, their outstanding — and not available anywhere online — album, the story behind “Mutant Legs”, and much more!Peppered throughout the interview (and in a big ol' chunk at the end) is their entire

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00:57:59

WR711: The Quiffs

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/08/01

There are no local bands I love more than the short-lived but glorious garage punk foursome The Quiffs.They haven’t been active in about 15 years, but I was able to get all four members back together for a podcast!We talked about learning their instruments as they went along, their outstanding — and not available anywhere online — album, the story behind “Mutant Legs”, and much more!Peppered throughout the interview (and in a big ol' chunk at the end) is their entire recorded

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00:37:48

WR710: Poodle Paddle

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/07/28

I had a great conversation with 'punk/indie/twee/screaming/who knows' duo Poodle Paddle, about finding the sweet spot between heavy and soft, playing house shows, changing their vibe (and number of band members!) from show to show, and the power of DIY.Stay tuned. Very cool new band. I dig. You will too. This episode brought to you by our pals atDevine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the podcast onPatreon, like

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00:37:48

WR710: Poodle Paddle

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/07/28

I had a great conversation with 'punk/indie/twee/screaming/who knows' duo Poodle Paddle, about finding the sweet spot between heavy and soft, playing house shows, changing their vibe (and number of band members!) from show to show, and the power of DIY.Stay tuned. Very cool new band. I dig. You will too. This episode brought to you by our pals at Devine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for that! Huge thanks to everyone who supports the

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00:36:07

WR709: Turn the Gun

Witchpolice Radio ·

2022/07/25

I caught up with Winnipeg rap mainstays Yy and The Gumshoe Strut to talk about their upcoming concept record as Turn the Gun, the two decades since they first came on the scene with the Milch & Allegra EP, and much more! Need more Yy? Hear him on episodes 657 (2022), 466 (2020), and 042 (2013). Need more Gumshoe Strut? Hear him on episodes 510 (2020) and 120 (2015). This episode brought to you by our pals atDevine Shirt Company, who have brand new Witchpolice merch in the works! Watch for

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