In this episode, Liz takes you along to the iconic Podunk Bluegrass Festival in Goshen, Connecticut — a beloved gathering that’s been bringing world-class bluegrass to New England since 1996. From the delicious food options to the late-night jams echoing through the campgrounds, Podunk is pure bluegrass magic. Liz chats with one of the festival’s food vendors about feeding hungry pickers, visits the Housatonic Stage for a listen to the Hosmer Mountain Boys,a family-style band that keeps the local tradition alive, and stops by the Litchfield Stage to talk with festival organizer Jeff Horton. You’ll also hear her interview with The Rock Hearts, whose hard-driving traditional sound and tight harmonies have made them New England favorites. Stick around till the end for some late-night jamming and behind-the-scenes festival moments you won’t want to miss! https://podunkbluegrass.com

Rock Hearts - Joe Deetz (banjo), Alex MacLeod (guitar & lead vocals), Billy Thibodeau (mandolin, vocals), Rick Brodsky (bass), Austin Scelzo (fiddle, baritone vocals) https://rockheartsbluegrass.com   

Stillwater - Trip Nickel (guitar), Yoni Musher (mandolin), Kiera Luu (double bass), George Horvat (fiddle), Jack Pasternak (dobro) https://stillwaterband.com