CJSW radio host Paula Fayerman profiles James Blood Ulmer, a bona fide original who has produced some of planet’s most interesting, idiosyncratic and funky music, featuring his signature harmolodic guitar style and poignant, relevant lyrics.

Folk Festival volunteer Eric Rosenbaum focuses on Jesse Winchester, one of the late twentieth century’s premier tunesmiths.

CJSW Program Director Myke Atkinson showcases some of the local artists appearing at the 2008 Calgary Folk Music Festival: Beija Flor, Robert Mulder, Widow Maker and the Consonant C.

Folk Festival Artistic Director Kerry Clarke brings you the music of 4 old-time artists: Sparrow Quartet, Duhks, Be Good Tanyas, Outlaw Social and Carolina Chocolate Drops

Folk Festival Artistic Director Kerry Clarke brings you the music of 4 independent minded Canadian female artists: Basia Bulat, Wendy McNeil, Claire Jenkins, Julie Doiron

This episode features Mark Berube and the Patriotic Few discussing the genius of Paul Simon, musical colonialism and the end of the world. Also features selections from his latest album What the Boat Gave the River. Produced by Kenna Burima

Kenna Burima profiles the festival's upcoming presentation of Buzz Job! with interviews with Cal Cavendish, Kris Demeanor and David van Belle, and musical excerpts from the show.