Brian Oake is a Minneapolis radio icon. This is a show about music, popular culture, interesting characters, irreverence and laughter, not always in that order.

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Kii Arens joins us to promote is upcoming amazing rock poster Art-A-Whirl show in Northeast Minneapolis on May 17th. He also picks some righteous tunes. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 388 Kii Arens (Flipp and phenomenal artist)

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Rachel Ries of Her Crooked Heart and Kith &amp; Kin Chorus joined us today to talk about building community through song, and their upcoming two show set at the Cedar on May 4th (insert your Star Wars joke here). Get your tickets today before they sell out! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 387 Rachel Ries of Kith & Kin Chorus

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This go &#39;round, it&#39;s Chris Mozena and Jesse Brodd, two of the big wheels behind the wonderful S Mpls non-profit music venue, The Hook &amp; Ladder. We talk about the excellent Under The Canopy series AND! our new collaboration to provide our Patreon members with some excellent opportunities in 2024. Listen and learn. Also, enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 386 Chris & Jesse from The Hook & Ladder

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Exciting things happening at the Brian Oake Show. Welcome new crew member Colleen Kruse! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 385 Colleen Kruse

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Helm Matthews, Minnesota Cover Band Music Maven, joins us to talk music and an amazing upcoming all day, outdoor concert/fundraiser for The Food Group. A cool event for a crucial cause coming up in early May at Grumpy&#39;s NE. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 384 Helm Matthews

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She&#39;s back! Courtney Yasmineh has a brand new full-length album on the way. We talk all about Life&#39;s ever-evolving craziness and she premieres three songs of the new rord LIVE in the SmartStartMN Studio. Good luck in Nashville, Courtney!! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 383 Courtney Yasmineh

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Finally! My long-time friend and the Twin Cities premiere live DJ, Jake Rudh, stops by the SmartStartMN studio. We talk life, our mutual ove of music and some sweet upcoming gigs he has on the calendar, up to and including the 23rd Anniversary Celebration of his legendary Transmission Club Night happening at First Ave this Friday. Jake is one of my favorites. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 382 Jake Rudh

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It&#39;s spooky time! Darkness Dave Schrader has spent decades immersed in the research of the supernatural and unexplained. He shows no signs of stopping. A seasoned broadcasting vet and an exceptional storyteller. Listen...if you dare... Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 381 Darkness Dave Schrader

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This time, it&#39;s Dan Schwartz and Steve Roehm, one half of The Neighborhood Quartet. The have a great new self-titled album coming out on Record Store Day (4/20) and a big album release show happening at The Parkway on 4/28. They both bring a wealth of talent and experience to the music and this interview. Enjoy! #feeltheprairie Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 380 The Neighborhood Quartet

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It&#39;s the return of John Cosgrove! Our favorite trivia maven, and Irish ex-pat. Here we are trotting him out again to celebrate Ireland and St Patrick&#39;s Day. Always a lively conversation with this one. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 379 John Cosgrove

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Mark Devaraj and Margaret Hegg. Between the two of them they play in about a quarter of a million bands, including the Pixies Tribute band Trompe Le Monde. Big show coming up this weekend! Listen, learn, laugh, love. Cheers! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 378 Mark Devaraj & Margaret Hegg

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There&#39;s no one else like him. This episode features the very welcome return of Mark Mallman. He&#39;s got an incredible evening featuring the Goth Music Songbook coming up next week at the Parkway. He remains so bright, so invested. One of my favorite people to talk to ever. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 377 Mark Mallman

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And he&#39;s back! Colin Bracewell is a really good guy, and that smile! He&#39;s got a new EP on the way and a special release show at The Fine Line on the 14th. He also has loads of other shows on the way this summer. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 376 Colin Bracewell

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Recently, there&#39;s been a bit of social media upheaval about the fact that most bands who perform at Minneapolis Parks arent compensated for their efforts. So who better to talk to than Molly Murray, who spent more than a decade booking these gigs. It&#39;s a multi-faceted, nuanced conversation and here we begin t scratch the surface. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 375 Molly Murray

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Guess who&#39;s back for their 8th visit to the podcast? It&#39;s Katy Vernon! She has a brand new band, Favourite Girl, and they have a big show this weekend at The Big Turn Music Festival in Red Wing. She&#39;s also booking some very cool bands/artists for shows this summer! Cheers, and enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 374 Katy Vernon

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This time, it&#39;s local rapper and poet extraordinaire, Desdamona! She&#39;s got a great gig this weekend at The Big Turn Music Fest in Red Wing! She&#39;s also a tireless advocate for the spoken word in it&#39;s many forms. This is good banter, and some excellent music. Cheers! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 373 Desdamona

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Christy Costello has created an incredible new album. You need to stop what you&#39;re doing and buy this! https://christycostello.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-dark-digital She shared several great stories about her complex life and the process of birthing this album. She&#39;ll be doing an album release party at Dusty&#39;s on Friday, 2/9 and a show at 7th street entry on 2/17. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 372 Christy Costello

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What a treat! Beth Gusenius, founder and director of Rock And Roll Kids Choir, stops by to talk about the amazing work she does with young kids to get them into music. She&#39;s also an opera singer and picked out some tasty jams that the kids perform. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 371 Beth Gusenius

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It&#39;s the return of Ed Cohen (SmartStartMN). Ed is not only a rock solid Human Being, he&#39;s also a deep music fan. This time, we talk all about the R.E.M. &#39;Murmur&#39; tribute coming up soon at First Ave. If you like R.E.M. this is a good listen. Cheers! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 370 Ed Cohen (SmartStartMN)

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Local singer-songwriter John Louis has a brand new CD. He also has a big release party at The Hook and Ladder tomorrow night. He&#39;s quite talented. Enjoy the music and get the intel! Cheers!! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations'>https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 369 John Louis

Brian Oake is a Minneapolis radio icon.  This is a show about music, popular culture, interesting characters, irreverence, laughter and brown liquor, not always in that order.