A Knoxville native, Todd began working at WUOT in 2006 as jazz coordinator now serves as music director and host of Studio 865/Flipside, Improvisations and Changing Course. Todd's newest podcast is Improvisations to Go. Todd got his start in radio at WUTK, where he served as both news and music director while earning his undergraduate degree in journalism at UT. He later earned a master’s degree in education, also at UT. Recently, Todd was inducted into the East Tennessee Writer's Hall of Fame.
Kris Davis talks to Todd Steed about her upcoming performances at the Big Ears Festival and the joys and challenges of having freedom in the band context. She will be performing with Julian Lage and Dave Holland at this year's festival.
Jakob Bro talks with Todd Steed about his upcoming performances at the Big Ears Festival. He explains why he is known as the anti-guitar hero and explores the joys of collaboration.