Catch a Pocket Podcast

From Columbus, Ohio to Wichita, KS. Dennis is a positive vibration in our music community. We are really lucky to have him in Wichita. Kind, smart, supportive and talented etc. He's played music, with driving leads for a lot of bands throughout the years. Currently with The Stinghounds, MHM, & Pop & The Boys. I put the tune, "Walk Right Back" by The Stringhounds at the end of this episode.

You can find Dennis here:

Personal Webpage:dennis hardin: About

Bandcamp:The Stringhounds | The StringhoundsBlake Mclemore - string bass
Steve Hatfield - drums
Bill Dye - steel guitar
Dustin Arbuckle - harmonica
Kelly Werts - pennywhistle, accordion
Jeremy Blaes - bones
Richard Crowson - 5 string banjoKansas Commerce:MHM - Kansas Commerce

Wichita born catholic boy to long haul trucker, Doug has seen some things. I truly enjoyed our conversation and learning more of what makes a music promoter. Doug Daze Production is helping bring the music to the people of Wichita.  I  tip my hat to anyone who is trying to coordinate the masses.  It’s not a lucrative calling, especially in Wichita, but it is a passion project that enriches us all. This makes Doug the perfect guest for my podcast.  Please enjoy Doug’s story and I hope it inspires some of you to go to a show and support your favorite bands or discover your new favorite performers.  

Doug Daze Productions, LLC. next show is at Rosie’s venue, 140 S Kansas Ave, Wichita, KS, United States, 67211,  August 28, 2026. check it out.  $20 donation recommended to keep the bands coming. As always, support your local bands and bars and keep Wichita creative!

follow Doug :

https://www.dougdazeproductions.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/dougdazeproductions

Rosie's outdoor venue:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575316062787

Hey Friends,

Ben Hatcher is a singer-songwriter based out of Wichita, KS. He is a wonderful, supportive, local artists that is honing his craft and developing a presence in the surrounding area. He is going places. Thanks for listening, please like and subscribe. Email me at: [email protected]

John R Fletcher - 4/11/47-9/23/24

What can I say about my dad that you might not know.  Well, who the hell knows anybody really.  We only truly know ourselves if we are smart enough to be honest with ourselves.  Like it or not, I have a lot of my dad’s traits and mannerisms.  I’m proud of that. Dad was an amazing man. Being born from a hardworking, smart folks that had determination and wherewithal, never particularly wealthy but honest and good people. Kansans through and through.

Links:

Land Rush Museum in Ark City:

https://www.visitarkcity.org/cherokee-strip-land-rush-museum

Hey Friends,

Curt Clonts, is an Artist that mainly paints. He was born here in Wichita, has served in the Marines, lived in cities from here to New Orleans and then some. He is a great supporter of art and isn't afraid in making his opinion known. He backs his support with his writing and creativity. I am honored to bring you his own voice here on my podcast.

You can find more on Curt here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curt.clonts/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curt-clonts-53477492

Reuben Saunders Gallery: https://www.reubensaundersgallery.com/artists/curt-clonts/

Hi Friends,

Episode 51, Michael Apinyakul of Shoeshine Blue. We are fortunate to have a singer songwriter of this caliber in Wichita. If you want to see a quality performer find out where Shoeshine Blue is playing and go there.

You can find Shoeshine Blue here:

Bandcamp - https://shoeshineblue.bandcamp.com/music

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/shoeshineblue

Hi Friends,

I had the opportunity to interview, Jamie Briggeman. She is an excellent singer, wonderful mother, all around talent in painting, and a great person to top it all off. Thanks for joining us today and I hope you catch a pocket you can be proud of. Thanks for the music Jamie.!

You can find Jamie here:

The Briggemans Art : https://www.thebriggemansart.com/

Buy Jamie's book: In My Beans:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jamie-Briggeman/author/B091BVW17Z?ref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

Jamie's Art IG:

https://www.instagram.com/jamiebriggemanart/

Briggeman's Art Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/thebriggemansart/

Herd of the Huntress Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/therealJ9/

Jamie's TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/discover/jamie-janine-briggeman

Hi Friends,

My next guest is: Grant Boesen. Grant is a singer, songwriter, artist extraordinaire. He plays many instruments and his voice is his most unique asset. What a pleasure it was meeting Grant. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

Find Grant and his band: Pretend Friend here.

Band Camp: https://pretendfriendmusic.bandcamp.com/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=pretend%20friend

https://www.facebook.com/groups/602361481429635/

IG:

https://www.instagram.com/pretendfriendmusic/

Hey Friends,

From Illinois, to Wichita, to Boston, Bill is an artist that has made Wichita an interest to folks all over the world. His talent in writing, painting, music, and jovial banter is top notch. I learned so much interviewing Bill. You can meet him for yourself at the Oldtown Farm and Art Market on Saturdays in Wichita, KS.

Buy Bill's Music Here:

https://almostreadyrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-embarrassment-ep

https://music.amazon.com/albums/B08B5DZ6HC?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_Yy0pnZ1UkshBVXPsJYyTWAiHy

Buy Bill's Art and Prints Here:

https://www.goffrier.com/

Find him on Facebook here:

https://www.facebook.com/billgoffrierstudio/

Well, Hi Friends.

I know it has been a long while since I posted an episode. I have missed it more than I could have imagined. Tonight's guest is, Rhea Sewell. She is a staple to the rock music scene. She is fearless, strong, and immensely talented. Rhea had brain surgery this year and is learning her craft all over again. With the help of her bandmates, wonderful friends and fans like me. She will be hitting the stage and the drums very soon.

Thank you Rhea, for catching a pocket with me.

Questions? email me at: [email protected]