Aug 19, 20261h 16m
"You have to hold on to hope." — Juliet Marillier Dutch folk singer Sophie Janna was 14 when she read Daughter of the Forest. Twenty-four years later she finally gets to ask its author the questions she's been carrying...
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Musicians interview inspirational people as inspiration for a new song.
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Who hosts Podsongs?
Podsongs is hosted by Jack Stafford. The show has published 194 episodes to date.
What has Podsongs covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Juliet Marillier on nature magic, druidry and the doubt that never leaves w/Sophie Janna" (19 August 2026, 76 minutes), "Joel McHale's Untold Dave Grohl Story, Secret 5AM Ritual & More | Lowland Hum | Podsongs #173)" (14 July 2026, 91 minutes), and "Peter Rollins on the Tyranny of Happiness | The New Division (John Kunkel)" (17 June 2026, 104 minutes).
How often does Podsongs publish?
Podsongs publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 102 minutes across 194 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Podsongs?
Booking probability for Podsongs is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Podsongs requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Podsongs's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Podsongs?
The strongest fits for Podsongs are Music & Recording. Podsongs has a music audience.
About the host
Jack Stafford hosts Podsongs, a music podcast with 194 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Joel McHale's Untold Dave Grohl Story, Secret 5AM Ritual & More | Lowland Hum | Podsongs #173)
Jul 14, 20261h 31mJoel McHale reveals his secret 5am pre-flight ritual, the secret to his marriage, and a Dave Grohl story he's never told — plus, hidden in this hour, the confession that becomes Lowland Hum's new song "Tarantula" on...
Jun 17, 20261h 44m"You're in despair. You just don't know you're in despair." — Peter Rollins On this episode of Podsongs, John Kunkel of The New Division takes the guest-host chair to interview Northern Irish writer, philosopher and...
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Explorer who investigated Zombies warns against modern despair - Wade Davis & William Crighton
May 19, 20261h 36mAustralian singer-songwriter William Crighton joins host Jack Stafford for a remarkable conversation with legendary explorer, anthropologist and ethnobotanist Wade Davis — bestselling author of The Serpent and the...
Apr 22, 20261h 37mChad Kultgen — novelist, screenwriter, co-creator of Game of Roses (a.k.a. Bachelor Clues), co-host of Dudesy, and host of YouTube's The Necessary Conversation — joins Podsongs for a 90-minute interview with guest host...
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Mar 18, 20261h 12mSongwriter Leroy Stagger speaks with writer Alistair McIntosh about the mental-health strain many experienced during COVID, the need for community, and how the “pause” helped Leroy slow down, reconnect with...
Feb 11, 20261h 55mIn this episode of Podsongs, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Valerie June sits down with world-renowned mindfulness teacher and author Jon Kabat-Zinn, founder of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).Together...
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Alastair Campbell on Mental Health, Politics and Finding Strength Through Music w/Allman Brown
Jan 14, 20261h 40mAlastair Campbell joins host Jack Stafford and musician Allman Brown for a rare and deeply human conversation on Podsongs. Known for his central role in New Labour and his openness about mental health, Campbell...
Dec 3, 20251h 47mJay Malinowski (Bedouin Soundclash) meets renowned Irish philosopher Richard Kearney for an extraordinary conversation on anatheism, spirituality, doubt, imagination, and the power of music.This Podsongs episode blends...
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Forager & MeatEater writer Jenna Rozelle on Wild Food, Hunting & Poetry (w/ Griffin William Sherry)
Nov 19, 20251h 45mCan you optimise this text for wild foraging: Musician Griffin William Sherry on Hunting, Foraging, and Creative Writing with Jenna Rozelle | Pod Songs Interview In this episode of Pod Songs, host Jack Stafford brings...
Oct 22, 202556 minIn this 14th 'Track by Track' episode of Podsongs, host Jack Stafford, and musicians Maurizio Sanicola and Luigi Falcione reflect on their inspiring musical journey across the last 12 episodes. They discuss...
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BIG WALL TALK: Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll on Music, Creativity & Rock Climbing with Quentin Dujardin
Sep 17, 20251h 42mBelgian guitarist Quentin Dujardin joins pro climber Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll on Podsongs to explore the link between music, creativity, and the art of rock climbing. From life lessons on Greenland’s big walls to...
Aug 13, 20252h 15mIn this special episode of Podsongs, musician Ceschi Ramos sits down with award-winning writer Ocean Vuong (On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, Night Sky with Exit Wounds) for a raw, deeply personal conversation about art...
- Jul 9, 20252h 38m
In this deeply reflective episode of Podsongs, musical duo Samana (www.samanaroad.com) — Rebecca Rose Harris and Franklin Mockett — engage in a soulful and thought-provoking dialogue with award-winning poet and novelist...
- Jun 18, 20251h 51m
In this thought-provoking episode of Pod Songs , host Jack Stafford sits down with Icelandic singer-songwriter Svavar Knútur and Neil and Sarah from the YouTube channel Leftist Cooks for a wide-ranging conversation on...
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Cheryl Strayed & May Erlewine on Tiny Beautiful Things, Music, and the Power of Vulnerability
May 14, 20252h 1mIn this emotional and inspiring episode of Podsongs, host Jack Stafford brings together acclaimed author Cheryl Strayed (Tiny Beautiful Things, Wild) and beloved indie folk musician May Erlewine for a rare conversation...
Apr 16, 20251h 38mJoin us in this heartwarming episode of Podsongs where musician Reverend Peyton interviews the legendary American actor and director LeVar Burton. From the transformative impact of 'Roots' and 'Reading Rainbow' to his...
Mar 12, 20251h 29mIn this episode of Podsongs, acclaimed musician Raul Midon ( https://www.raulmidon.com/) sits down with legendary radio producer Thomas Lopez to explore the art of audio storytelling. And to get inspiration for a brand...
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Johann Hari Discusses Depression, Anxiety, and Mental Health | Music Interview with Corey Kilgannon
Feb 12, 20251h 42mIn this episode of Podsongs , musician Corey Kilgannon interviews acclaimed journalist and author Johann Hari to explore the deeper causes of depression and anxiety. Drawing from Johann’s groundbreaking book Lost...
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Exploring Ancient Mysteries, Psychedelics, and Civilizations with Graham Hancock and Guy Keltner
Jan 15, 20251h 40mGet ready for a journey into Ancient Mysteries and the world of Psychedelics, all in the search for inspiration for a new song. Guy Keltner of the band Acid Tongue sits down with renowned author and researcher Graham...
Recent guests
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Peter Rollins
Communion, Community, and the Transformative Power of Doubt
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Chad Kultgen
comedian, writer, Game of Roses
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Jon Kabat-Zinn
World-Renowned Author, Scientist, and Meditation Teacher, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society
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Valerie June
Grammy-nominated artist, songwriter, and poet
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