The next episode of the String Band Sessions podcast is the first in our new series "Concept to Creation." Host Jim Donio will be interviewing representatives from all 14 String Bands to go behind-the-scenes and get a preview of their progress on planning and developing their concepts for the 2026 Mummers Parade. This week we chat with Duffy String Band Captain Jake Kudrick about their music store theme, and Aqua String Band's Drill Master & Production Manager Ed Maminski and Assistant Production Manager Brennan Flaherty about their Irish highlands of enchantment theme. Watch for future episodes in the weeks ahead, share with your friends and let us know your thoughts in the comments.