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The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People (A Podcast About Acoustic Instruments, Music, & Artists)

The Acoustic Shoppe

"The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People" podcast, brought to you by The Acoustic Shoppe and hosted by the talented Chapman brothers: John, Jeremy, and Jason. Formerly known as The Chapmans, they"ve settled in Springfield, MO, opening an all-acoustic music store. Now, they invite you to join their weekly podcast where they engage in captivating conversations with renowned artists, manufacturers, and personalities from the music industry, and explore their favorite subjects - Acoustic Instruments, &

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01:25:05

Mo and Emily Pitney Stop by the Shoppe! | TAS Knows...

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2026/10/02

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51:30

Backstage with Bluegrass Legend Larry Stephenson! |...

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2026/09/27

We are live from the 2026 Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival sitting down with one of the most iconic high tenor voices in the history of bluegrass!In this special on-location episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, the Chapmans set up shop backstage to chat with bluegrass legend and multi-time IBMA Vocalist of the Year, Larry Stephenson!With over 30 years leading The Larry Stephenson Band and decades of performing at the highest level, Larry shares incredible stories from his career, his deep

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01:35:20

Bob Taylor & Greg Deering: A Legacy of Craftsmanship...

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2026/09/20

Two absolute legends, one incredible conversation! You do not want to miss this rare look into acoustic history.In this very special episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, the Chapmans are joined by two titans of the acoustic instrument world: Bob Taylor (founder of Taylor Guitars) and Greg Deering (founder of Deering Banjos)!Beyond building two of the most iconic, industry-leading brands in acoustic music, Bob and Greg share a deep, decades-long friendship that goes all the way back to their

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01:03:28

The Queen of Bluegrass: Rhonda Vincent! | TAS Knows -...

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2026/09/14

We packed up the podcast gear and took the show on the road to sit down with the undeniable Queen of Bluegrass! Welcome to a very special, live on-location episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, recorded right in the heart of the 2026 Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival! The Chapmans had the absolute honor of sitting down backstage with bluegrass royalty, Rhonda Vincent. We talk about everything from the incredible energy of the Starvy Creek crowd to the dedication it takes to maintain a lifelong

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01:06:02

Corralling the Chapmans: Life as the TAS GM | Austin...

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2026/09/14

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at one of the premier acoustic guitar stores in the country? We dive into how Austin joined the team, what a day in the life of a guitar store GM looks like, and some of the wild, unscripted moments that happen behind the scenes that you never get to see on camera. If you've ever wanted to get to know the team behind the videos or wondered how a high-end acoustic shop operates from the inside, you won't want to miss this one! 🔗Join the Dread-Not

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01:42:49

The Cleverlys Family Tree with Paul Harris | The...

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2026/09/14

In one of our funniest episodes yet, the Chapmans sit down with Paul Harris, the mastermind and frontman behind the legendary faux-family bluegrass band, The Cleverlys! We swap some wild stories from the road, share a ton of laughs, and dive deep into the actual origin story of the group. Paul breaks down exactly how he came up with the concept of "Digger Cleverly," the genius behind their iconic pop-turned-bluegrass covers, and the process of bringing together the right musicians to pull off such a

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01:12:47

How We Grew The Acoustic Shoppe Channel | The...

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2026/06/07

Is it strange to write a description about my own episode? - Yes!Today on The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, we talk to our very own content producer - Hinkley! Hinks has been the content producer for the Acoustic Shoppe for 5 years and seen the entire growth of the channel. We go converse on the channel, it's challenges, her background, and how we grew this incredible community, mostly thanks to all of y'all. 🔗Join the Dread-Not Underground! A global acoustic community -

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56:18

Why We Don't Carry Your Favorite Brand | TAS Knows...

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2026/05/31

In this episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, we are pulling back the curtain on the music retail industry. We're getting candid about the brands we can't carry due to dealership restrictions, competitor pushback, and industry politics. But when one door closes, another opens! We explain how these roadblocks forced us to look elsewhere, leading us to discover the incredible brands that bloomed very special bonds. Ultimately, our core mission is—and always will be—finding the absolute best

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01:28:13

Stories from a Banjo Legend | TAS Knows Alan Munde!

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2026/05/17

On this episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People podcast, the Chapmans are incredibly honored to sit down with the one and only Alan Munde! Alan is a local legend and a national treasure. We dive deep into his unique approach to the banjo, what it was like teaching the next generation of pickers at South Plains College, and swap some of our favorite stories from the road. Whether you are a dedicated banjo player or just a huge fan of bluegrass history, you are going to love this conversation!

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55:07

2026 Will Be The "Year of the Mandolin" | Acoustic...

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2026/05/10

In this episode of The Acoustic Shoppe Knows People, the Chapmans are back from an exhausting but incredible trip to MerleFest. We share some crazy stories from the road—including Jeremy's midnight encounter with a deer and John's foot getting crushed by a booth cart.Then, we dive deep into the recent shakeups in the acoustic world. We discuss the current gap in the mid-tier mandolin market, the rumors surrounding former Northfield employees starting a new company called CooStar, and why The

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50:35

The Truth About Guitar Store Discounts & MAP Pricing...

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2026/04/05

Have you ever walked into a guitar store and expected a discount right off the bat? If so, you definitely aren't alone! In this episode of the Acoustic Shoppe Knows People podcast, we pull back the curtain on the music retail industry to talk about a slightly controversial topic: discounts and haggling. We dive deep into the history of MSRP vs. MAP pricing, the "race to the bottom", big box stores, and why we, as a family business, choose not to discount our instruments. We explain what you are

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01:37:47

Jeff Daniels: From 'Dumb & Dumber' to Fingerstyle...

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2026/03/29

InthisepisodeofTheAcousticShoppeKnowsPeople,theguyssitdownforanin-depthconversationwithacclaimedactorandmusicianJeffDaniels.Jeffsharesfascinatingstoriesfromhis50-yearcareer,theparallelsbetweenactingandsongwriting,andhisdeepconnectiontoacousticmusic.Healsogivesusalookathisimpressiveguitarcollection,includinghiscustomMartinsignaturemodelandaveryspecialGibsonJ-45signedbyGeorgeHarrison.Joinusforalegendarysit-downwithJeffDaniels!Knownforhisiconicrolesonscreenandstage,Jeffisalsoanaccomplishedsongwriterandf

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47:07

How Boucher Crafts the Most Sought-After Acoustic...

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2026/03/23

Ever wonder what goes into building some of the most sought-after boutique acoustic guitars in the world? Today on the podcast, we are incredibly honored to sit down with Guillaume and James from the renowned Boucher Guitars! Flying in from Quebec, Canada, Guillaume and James take us behind the scenes of the Boucher workshop. We dive deep into how it all started, their legendary supply of Appalachian Adirondack Spruce, and what exactly gives a Boucher guitar its signature powerhouse tone. Whether

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01:31:05

The Fellowship of Acoustics: A Cultural Exchange

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2026/03/14

Welcome to another episode! This time, John, Jason, and Jeremy are joined by Coen and Milo from The Fellowship of the Acoustics, streaming all the way from the Netherlands.In this episode, the guys bridge the gap between Springfield, Missouri, and the European acoustic scene to talk shop, swap wild retail stories, and do a little bit of John's famous "market research". They discuss how independent stores can stand out against online goliaths by building a trusting community and prioritizing proper

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01:16:59

TAS Knows Lessons With Marcel! Talking Bluegrass,...

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2026/03/09

If you have ever searched for flatpicking lessons on YouTube, you already know our next guest! Today on the Acoustic Shoppe Knows People podcast, we are hanging out with Marcel Ardans from the incredibly popular channel, Lessons With Marcel. We dive deep into his journey of building a massive bluegrass educational platform, discuss the nuances of Tony Rice's style, geek out over acoustic guitar tone, and share plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you are a seasoned flatpicker or just love

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01:20:15

From Cruise Ships to Foo Fighters: A Chat with Ashby...

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2026/02/21

What do "Brown Eyed Girl" on a Caribbean cruise and the Foo Fighters have in common? Ashby Frank joins the podcast to reminisce about growing up as the son of a District Attorney in the heart of North Carolina's picking culture, and how a Christmas wish for an electric guitar accidentally launched a mandolin career. We dive into his work with the Earls of Leicester, his songwriting process, and why he’s ready to face the "rage-bait" of the bluegrass world with his newest single.

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