Melony Dodson, Matthew Motley, Carter Moore and Todd Steed break down the highlights, the joys, the surprises and the possible philosophical ramifications of Big Ears 2025. Highlights? Regrets? It's all here.

Kris Davis returns to Knoxville for the Big Ears Festival with her trio. Todd Steed finds out what's in store. Her new recording, Run the Gauntlet, is a staff favorite.

Béla Fleck has become something of a fixture at the Big Ears festival and each appearance is something new. In this interview with Todd Steed he talks about his approach to playing Big Ears and how his new trio is finding their groove.

Melony Dodson, Matthew Motley, Carter Moore and Todd Steed break down their top picks for Big Ears 2025. Get the strategies on how to plan, where to eat, and how to keep your walking shoes in top operating condition. If you are overwhelmed by the choices, this podcast should be your next stop.

Jenny Scheinman returns to Big Ears with a new ensemble. She discusses playing the festival and her new recording, the glorious and spacious All Species Parade.

Dino Nassios joins Studio 865 for a breakdown on the the amazing music of Pet Sounds by the Beach Boys. He shares his favorite tracks and talks about the influence of this record on own music, including his new live album.

Louis Gauci stopped by WUOT to share information about the upcoming Violins of Hope concerts and gallery exhibition. More information here.

Author Brain Griffin visited Studio 865 to discuss and read from his new book of poetry, Single Lens Reflex. The work is based upon his experience of the 2008 mass shooting at the Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church.

Anat Cohen talks with Todd Steed about her upcoming concert with the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra on March 4th at the Bijou Theatre.

Artist Atsei Cooper discusses her work and connection to Homelands: Connecting to mounds through Native Art.