Embark on a captivating journey with Sample Mining, a podcast that, like the crate digging producers of hip-hop, will mine for the greatest examples of sampling in music history. Uncover the deep ties and enticing stories behind some of hip-hop’s greatest songs through the lens of the samples used in them. Gems Only!
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Signup to Generate a PitchEmbark on a captivating journey with Sample Mining, a podcast that, like the crate digging producers of hip-hop, will mine for the greatest examples of sampling in music history. Uncover the deep ties and enticing stories behind some of hip-hop’s greatest songs through the lens of the samples used in them. Gems Only!
Sample Mining is hosted by Rob Bailey. The show has published 12 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Best of 2025" (30 December 2025, 24 minutes), "Best of 2024" (27 December 2024, 27 minutes), and "S1E10 - Bonus: Genetic Sample Test" (17 July 2024, 31 minutes).
Sample Mining publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 12 episodes.
Booking probability for Sample Mining is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Sample Mining requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Sample Mining's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for Sample Mining are Music & Recording. Sample Mining has a music audience.
Rob Bailey hosts Sample Mining, a music podcast with 12 episodes published.
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Episode #12
We're back to discuss the best albums and hottest samples of 2025! Join us and then let us know what your favorite moments in music were from the year. Further explore the songs discussed this season by listening to the...
Episode #11
<p>In this special one off episode, we'll explore the best in music from 2024. From the top albums, songs, and concerts, to of course, the best samples, we'll explore it all. Listen in and then comment to let us know...
Episode #10
<p>In this bonus episode I’ll be quizzing my wife and kids on some samples to see if they can guess them. We’ll explore multiple genres including hip-hop, rock, pop, and what I believe is the first ever sample used in a...
Episode #9
<p>The final episode of season 1 is dedicated to one of hip hop’s greatest producers, The RZA! We’re going to run through the samples used in several tracks throughout his production discography in the Chip Samples...
Episode #8
<p>Our listener request episode this week features a more technically complex sample from a vastly underrated producer. In fact, it’s so intricate it’s practically impossible to decipher by listening alone. Join us for...
<p>In this week’s episode we’ll explore a song that ties one of hip-hop’s all time great producers, with one of the best indie record labels putting out music today! Join us to see how common philosophies between the...
Episode #6
<p>The theme of the second iteration of Chip Samples is Carbon Copy. This time around we’ll examine six different samples that heavily leverage several different elements from the original track. You’ll be surprised to...
Episode #5
<p>With experience ranging from touring with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Blink-182, Childish Gambino and Bon Iver, to DJing in college and playing several instruments growing up, Phil Riehl is one of the most...
Episode #4
<p>In today’s episode we’ll examine the sample used in one of hip-hop’s greatest diss tracks, as well as discuss some of the prominent beefs and evolution of diss tracks throughout hip-hop’s existence. Join us to learn...
Episode #3
<p>This week’s episode is themed Hip Hop 50 and will highlight a sample from every decade of hip hop’s existence, from the 70’s to today! We won’t go into great detail on any one sample, but instead keep it at a high...
Episode #2
<p>In today’s episode of Sample Mining, we’ll explore a track from the 2010’s that wouldn’t exist without the dream of a movie director more than 20 years prior. Join us to see how a movie director, and his film, led to...
Episode #1
<p>In the first ever episode of Sample Mining, we’ll explore a 90’s gangsta rap sample that traces its roots all the way back to the mid-1800’s. Join us to see just how deep these ties go!</p> <p> </p> <p>Further...
Sample Mining
<p>Sample Mining is coming this spring! Follow now, and join us every Wednesday for new episodes throughout Season 1 as we explore some of the greatest examples of sampling in music history. Gems Only!</p>
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