The Live Ukulele Podcast

By Brad Bordessa

Join Brad Bordessa, a professional ukulele teacher and performer, for insightful deep-dives, interviews, and fun on The Live ʻUkulele Podcast! In these episodes you'll explore important uke lessons

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How many episodes does The Live Ukulele Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 111 episodes available.

The Live Ukulele Podcast episodes:

November 06, 2021Jeff Peterson Interview - Ukulele Phrasing and Technique Lesson
Jeff brings his expertise to the podcast for a mini lesson on fingering technique, dynamics, tone, and more.

Watch a video of Jeff's examples: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsjBHYg5Z98

Ukulele Corner: https://ukulelecorner.com/
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Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
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54min
October 16, 2021Joel Blechinger Interview - Strings and Setup
A detailed conversation about creating an ukulele string company and the most important parts of a setup from one of the industry's best uke techs.

Uke Logic: https://theukulelesite.com/accessories/strings/ukelogic-strings.html
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
1h 2min
October 02, 2021Going Beyond the Song: Stories and Background
The importance of learning the history and lineage of the songs you play on the ukulele. By knowing the backgrounds and stories you'll be more connected to the music you play.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
31min
September 18, 2021Max Angel Interview - Hawaiian Language & Lifestyle
How Hawaiian ukulele musicians find relevance in the beauty around them. Also a crash course on pronouncing Hawaiian words.

Max's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxangel808/
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
48min
September 04, 2021Mentoring Ukulele Students
The benefits of mentoring for ukulele students and tips for how to becomes an every day mentor to uplift others.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
30min
August 21, 2021How to Learn a Song on Ukulele: My Process
A guided tour of how I work my way through learning a new song on ukulele. Tips for memorizing chords, Hawaiian lyrics, and how to create your own style.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
43min
August 07, 20216 Ways to Get Yourself Out of a Learning Rut
How to refresh your ukulele playing and find inspiration when you're feeling stale. In this episode I explore several on- and off-instrument ideas to help jumpstart your interest in music.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
41min
July 18, 2021Isaac Wang Interview - The Origins of Live ʻUkulele
Interview with Live ʻUkulele's co-creator! Isaac shares some stories about our early days in music along with some great tips from a slack key guitar background.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
50min
July 03, 2021Tools to Help You Learn Ukulele Easier
An exploration of some recommendations for tools and assets that will help your ukulele study and make it more efficient.
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
39min
June 19, 2021John Nash Interview - Finding a Voice As an Artist and Teacher
Innovative ukulele player and JHUI-certified instructor, John Nash, sits down with me to talk about teaching, playing with banjos, artistry, and the ukulele's limitations.

John's teaching site: https://ukuleleinspired.com/
Support the show
Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

Support the podcast:

Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5

Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/

Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

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/
...more
1h 11min

FAQs about The Live Ukulele Podcast:

How many episodes does The Live Ukulele Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 111 episodes available.

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