This episode is inspired by my old car that just keeps going. With some DIY adjustments, you can get the very best out of even a crappy ukulele. I discuss changing strings, adjusting the saddle height, and adjusting the nut height, along with a couple other little tips.

• Tie bridge/slot headstock restringing video: https://youtu.be/mUbvUMxhSEA?si=Veid7MXceNJFgHpj
• Thru-bridge/normal peg headstock restringing video: https://youtu.be/x7G74Gyj57Y?si=WFVgAhbNRujcuPc1
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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

In this episode I chat with Marc Gallagher in the UK about writing songs on the ukulele, teaching kids, and how being honest and open is necessary and important, even if it sometimes gets you in trouble. He's a real deal working musician who's transparent perspective is refreshing. I very much enjoyed this interview and hope you do too.

• Marc's website: https://www.marcgallaghermusic.com/
• Marc's Bandcamp: https://marcgallaghermusic.bandcamp.com/

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

Welcome to 2026! In this episode I share some insight on how playing simple things one way or another drastically changes the sound of the music. We'll listen to some practical examples so you can start hearing the possibilities in your own playing.

• TOOL in Honolulu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmrRkcuhPJk
• "Black Hole Sun" baritone playthru: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dqEiHg2Fm0
• Moises.ai: https://moises.ai/

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

In this season finale episode I share some updates about my work and a realization about character in ukulele styles.

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• Step By Step: Single String Picking (GCEA & DGBE versions): https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

Maia is an instrumental ukulele virtuoso from Oʻahu who accompanies her playing with a wonder singing voice! She DJs dance parties and incorporates the uke into EDM genres.

In this episode we chat about artistry and forging a fresh path.

This interview is from earlier in the year. Check out @maiashizue for the latest on Maia's journey!

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

In this episode I sit down with Dizzi Diamond to talk about music, freestyling, beauty, and her 8-string baritone ukulele.

• Dizzi's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DizziDiamond1212
• Brad @ Slack Key Show: https://www.showclix.com/event/brad-kevin-shem-sept10-2025
• "Pandanus" baritone TAB: https://liveukulele.gumroad.com/l/mbuiwv

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

Join me for some thoughts on ukulele week and how the uke isn't Portuguese, what it's like to have nervous students, and why "perfect" kinda sucks.

• Step By Step picking ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/
• Dagan & Da Kine Sound: https://www.instagram.com/da_kine_sound/
• Kingside: https://www.youtube.com/@Kingside808
• Private lessons with Brad: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/

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CREDITS
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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

A quick reflection on dancing around the other musicians you play with. Push, pull, be dynamic!

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- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

Here's the conversation with one of my main mentors that we're all been waiting for! Truly just scratching the surface of the stories this amazing man can tell from his life. If you enjoy Uncle's stories, check out his hilarious books, A Hawaiian Life and A Hawaiian Life Vol. 2.

• Uncle George's website: https://kahumoku.com/
• Slack Key Show website: https://slackkeyshow.com/
• The Ukulele Podcast (not to be confused with this podcast!): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ukulele-podcast/id1651224228
• Anthony Fluke: https://www.instagram.com/mauianthonymusic/?hl=en

• Left Hand Technique course: https://liveukulele.com/store/left-hand-technique-video-course/
• Step By Step: Single String Ukulele Picking ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/

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CREDITS
- Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

In this episode I talk to next-generation slack key/ukulele player, Keʻala Lindsey, about learning by osmosis, Hawaiian immersion, and songs that don't land well with local boys.

Keʻala's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ke.alamokihana/

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Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording

CREDITS
- Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
- Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/