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You Dig?

Video versions: https://www.youtube.com/@YouDigPodYou Dig? is a long-form podcast featuring candid, easygoing conversations with creative voices across music, art, and culture—exploring creativity, craft, and the stories behind the work. A good time is had by all—guaranteed..

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25:32

You Dig? Sampler Platter– Ryan Davidson

You Dig? ·

2026/04/09

You Dig? Sampler Platter – The Music of Ryan DavidsonWhat happens when a master jazz guitarist turns his attention to country music?On his latest release, Country, Ryan Davidson explores the genre not just as a style—but as a series of musical landscapes, each with its own voice and identity.In this Sampler Platter, we feature selections from Country, including:“Headache Country”“Old West Country”“Bar Room Brawl”All compositions by Ryan Davidson.Personnel for "Country"Ryan Davidson-Guitar, Composer,

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32:00

The Sampler Platter: Eric Jacobson

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2026/04/05

🎧 You Dig? Sampler Platter — The Music of Eric Jacobson This episode features music from acclaimed trumpeter Eric Jacobson, showcasing his work as a bandleader and collaborator across multiple recordings. “Let’s take a moment and listen—this is where the conversation meets the music.” Featured Tracks: • “Survival” — Heading Home (Origin Records) Trumpet: Eric Jacobson Tenor Sax: Geof Bradfield Piano: Bruce Barth Bass: Dennis Carroll Drums: George Fludas • “Three of a Kind” — Heading Home (Origin

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56:46

Eric Jacobson — Making a Living in Jazz, Persistence,...

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2026/04/04

In this first installment of the Rising Stars series, Steve Wiest sits down with trumpeter, composer, and entrepreneur Eric Jacobson for an honest and inspiring conversation about building a life in jazz.Eric shares how he has created a sustainable career performing hard bop, releasing original music, teaching, and promoting his work—all while staying true to the music and continuing to grow as an artist.The conversation explores the real question many musicians ask: Is it possible to make a living

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64:02

Jeff Hamilton — Groove, Stories & the Meaning of Music

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2026/03/26

In this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary drummer Jeff Hamilton for a relaxed, front-porch conversation about music, swing, and a life spent at the highest level of jazz.From performing with Ray Brown, Oscar Peterson, and Ella Fitzgerald, to insights on groove, big band drumming, and artistic discipline, Jeff shares stories, humor, and deep wisdom from decades on the bandstand.This is a conversation about music — but also about purpose, dedication, and joy.A good time is had

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59:28

Denis DiBlasio — Maynard Stories, Jazz Wisdom & Life...

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2026/03/18

🎙️ YOU DIG? with Steve Wiest Episode: Denis DiBlasio — Maynard Stories, Jazz Wisdom & Life LessonsIn this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary saxophonist, composer, and educator Denis DiBlasio for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation about music, mentorship, and life on the road.From unforgettable stories with Maynard Ferguson to encounters with jazz icons like Sonny Rollins, Count Basie, and Art Blakey, Denis shares insights that go far beyond music — touching

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65:49

Jeff Coffin — Creativity, Collaboration & the Music Life

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2026/03/11

In this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary saxophonist and composer Jeff Coffin for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, collaboration, and the lifelong journey of music.Jeff is known for his work with Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, the Dave Matthews Band, and his own genre-bending ensemble Mu’tet. He has also released more than two dozen albums as a leader and teaches at Vanderbilt University, mentoring the next generation of musicians.Steve and Jeff discuss:• The

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68:50

Ingrid Jensen — Sound, Creativity & The Jazz Life |...

You Dig? ·

2026/03/08

Steve Wiest sits down with acclaimed trumpet artist Ingrid Jensen for a deep conversation about creativity, orchestration, mentorship, and life in jazz. They discuss Ingrid’s album Landings, influences including Kenny Wheeler and Miles Davis, stories about Clark Terry and George Coleman, and the creative process behind improvisation and composition. A relaxed and insightful conversation about the music and the community that surrounds it. Thanks for listening to You Dig?Hosted by Steve

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27:34

The Sampler Platter: Ingrid Jensen

You Dig? ·

2026/03/07

Welcome to The Sampler Platter, a feature from You Dig? where Steve Wiest highlights the music of upcoming guests on the show.In this episode we explore the remarkable trumpet artistry of Ingrid Jensen, one of the leading voices in modern jazz. Known for her work with the Maria Schneider Orchestra, Darcy James Argue’s Secret Society, and the all-star group Artemis, Jensen’s playing blends lyricism, storytelling, and fearless musical exploration.This sampler focuses on selections from her Newvelle

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47:09

John Clayton

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2026/02/25

YOU DIG? with Steve Wiest Episode: John Clayton — Bass, Arranging, Mentorship & The Music LifeIn this episode of You Dig?, Steve Wiest sits down with legendary bassist, composer, arranger, educator, and bandleader John Clayton for a deep and relaxed conversation about music, creativity, mentorship, and life inside the jazz community.From arts education and raising the next generation of musicians, to working with Paul McCartney and arranging for Diana Krall, this episode explores the mindset,

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33:55

The League of Extraordinarily Caffeinated Gentlemen #1

You Dig? ·

2026/02/18

Pull up a chair, grab your beverage of choice, and welcome to the inaugural gathering of The League of Extraordinarily Caffeinated Gentlemen.In this high-octane roundtable edition of You Dig?, Steve Wiest is joined by:• Glenn Kostur – saxophonist, composer, and longtime collaborator of Maynard Ferguson (Big Bop Nouveau) • Art Bouton – Director & Founder of the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) • Tom Matta – composer and bass trombone professor at DePaul UniversityWhat follows is equal

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16:58

The Sampler Platter: John Clayton

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2026/02/06

FOR VIDEO VERSIONS: You Dig? YouTube/ @youdigpodWelcome to the John Clayton SAMPLER PLATTER! Here I will present some of the music that we discuss on John's episode of "You Dig?" What I'll be playing: 1. How Insensitive 2. The Jones Brothers and here is where you can pick up the albums that these pieces are from: Diana Krall Featuring The Clayton Hamilton Jazz Orchestra "From This Moment On" https://bit.ly/4tsjwY3. The Clayton Hamilton Jazz Orchestra "And So It Goes" https://bit.ly/4a0cXUP John's

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43:54

Bob Mintzer

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2026/01/29

You can see the4 VIDEO version of this episode here: https://www.youtube.com/@YouDigPodPlease click LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to help us grow the You Dig? podcast adventure! About this episode: The great Bob Mintzer stops by and we have a blast talking about his mighty oeuvre in general, and specifically his newest release "Bob Mintzer and WDR Big Band Cologne "Soundscapes" Plus Bob takes the "Dig You Inquisition!" A good time was SHO NUFF had by all — deep stories, laughs, and serious jazz

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32:43

The Sampler Platter: BOB MINTZER

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2026/01/27

Welcome to the Bob Mintzer SAMPLER PLATTER! Here I will present the music that we discuss on Bob's episode of You Dig? (Plus some extras) What I'll be playing: 1. A Reprieve 2. Montuno 3. New Look 4. EBE Bop and here is where you can pick up the albums that these pieces are from: Bob Mintzer and WDR Big Band Cologne "Sundscapes" (A Reprieve, Montuno, New Look) https://bobmintzermusic.com/blog/new-... Steve Wiest and the Eclectric Band Concerto for Folded Space"

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50:17

Frank Greene

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2026/01/18

The first show of 2026 with the NEW NAME! It's You Dig? with special guest FRANK GREENE!! LINKS FROM THE SHOW: Frank's Site: http://www.frankdavidgreene.com/ Frank Greene Bio: https://www.adams-music.com/en/artist... One of Frank's Current "Go-To" album s: Caleb Hudson "Nothing Less" https://calebhudson.bandcamp.com/albu... Frank Discography: https://www.discogs.com/artist/136301...

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2:44

New Year...NEW NAME!

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2026/01/14

Happy New Year Y'all! LOTS of cool things in store this year...including a STORE, you dig?! and HEY, "You Dig?" is now our new name. Imma STICK with this one folks because this opens things up completely for the entire community of creative souls in our cray-cray village of love.Yep, this means, trombonists (of course) ALL instrumentalists, ALL genres, and also...other areas of creative endeavor! I'll be bringing you all kinds of interesting people that have one thing in common...they are INSANE

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101:06

Blue Lou Marini

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2025/12/31

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O49knZBe3YA&t=1340sOur final show of 2025 with our special guest Blue Lou Marini! Blue has played with EVERYONE and has one of our music's most stellar resumes as both performer and composer. We had a great time on the show, and I think you will too!Here are some of the things we referenced:LUÍS COLOMA & BLUE LOU MARINI"We Like to Groove" Lluís Coloma - Piano Blue Lou Marini - Tenor Sax, Flute & Clarinet Kid Carlos - Guitar Manolo. Germán -

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122:16

Paul McKee Returns!

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2025/10/24

Video Version Can Be Found Here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv8yhsfJuFzth_3JaGx6sc561I_kFZMAYIn this episode, I bring back my dear friend Paul McKee to go deep into his composition and arranging persona which has generated some of the most enjoyable and iconic works in the modern large jazz ensemble cannon of today.We go into SO much, in fact , that I've generated a helpful time stamp outline below so that you can surf around and snack on all the goodness at your leisure. Below the time

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86:32

Brad Leali

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2025/08/30

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLv8yhsfJuFzth_3JaGx6sc561I_kFZMAYOn this episode, I welcome my dear friend Brad Leali. One of the most important alto saxophonists on the scene today, Brad has a long and stellar resume as a leader, educator (Currently Professor of Jazz Saxophone at UNT), and stints with Harry Connick Jr, The Count Basie Orchestra, The Kennedy Center Honors, and currently Lyle Lovett and His Large Band. One of the nicest guys on planet Earth (or beyond), Brad and

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19:29

Unpacking Concerto for Folded Space

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2025/08/08

Here is a special edition of WIESTWORLD! In this episode, we discuss everything about my epic project, CONCERTO FOR FOLDED SPACE. It's been ten years since this sci-fi novel/CD recording combo with an ALL-STAR cast came out, and I wanted to unpack it for everyone.So buckle in and enjoy a galactic soirée of the fourth degree!_________________Purchase a digital download of the CD: https://steve-wiest.com/albums/#foldedGet the book AND the digital download:

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81:55

Gregg Bissonette

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2025/07/26

https://steve-wiest.com/ TThe great Gregg Bissonette joins me for a soirée-DELUXE of high octane joyfully fun, shenanigans, stories, and wisdom! Join us as we discuss all things Bisso and check out some of Gregg's great music as well. It's a hoot AND a nanny! _____________________ Links for stuff discussed on this episode: Gregg's Website: https://greggbissonette.co/ Gregg's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCT8Zj5o-nCxJpG99yq3hviw Matt Bissonette's Site: https://mattbissonette.com/

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