UkeStuff Podcast

UkeStuff Podcast episodes:

• 06.18.2024

  Episode 42 – Some Questions About Ukulele Education

  Earlier in 2024, host Chris Russell was asked some questions about ukulele education, and he chose to record those thoughts in a longer format rather than to attempt to respond on YouTube. He has been busy (see Episode 43), and did...

  
• 01.07.2024

  Episode 41 – A Visit with Melanie Doane

  Melanie Doane is quietly one of the most influential people in the world of the ukulele. Daughter of J. Chalmers Doane (the educator who introduced a systematic ukulele program that spread throughout Canada), Melanie has had a rich career...

  
• 12.10.2023

  Episode 40 – A Visit with David Gray

  In this episode, host Chris Russell visits with music educator and YouTube creator, David Gray. David is a primary music educator in the United Kingdom who has been creating wonderful resources on YouTube, and also is an associate of...

  
• 11.05.2023

  Episode 39 – A Visit with Aaron and Nicole Keim (The Quiet American and Beansprout Musical Instruments)

  Host Chris Russell has the opportunity to visit with Aaron and Nicole Keim from The Quiet American (their performing group) and Beansprout Musical Instruments (Their instrument company). Aaron and Nicole were raised in Wisconsin, slowly landed in the world of folk...

  
• 10.01.2023

  Episode 38 – A Visit with Mike McQueen (The Uke Republic)

  In this podcast, host Chris Russell visits with Mike McQueen, the owner of The Uke Republic in Austell, Georgia (a suburb of Atlanta). The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including the history of The Uke Republic, some perspective from...

  
• 09.10.2023

  Episode 37 – A Visit with Pete McCarty

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, we visit with Pete McCarty, the world’s greatest ukulele song leader. Pete lives in Memphis, Tennessee, and helped to found the Memphis Ukulele Flash Mob. Pete has led song/jam sessions throughout the world,...

  
• 08.12.2023

  Episode 36 – Daniel Ho (Part 2 – Education Issues)

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with Daniel Ho for the second of two podcasts, and the focus is more on education topics. Daniel is an ‘ukulele virtuoso, slack key guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, singer-songwriter, producer,...

  
• 07.15.2023

  Episode 35 – Daniel Ho (Part 1)

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with Daniel Ho for the first of two podcasts. Daniel is an ‘ukulele virtuoso, slack key guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger, singer-songwriter, producer, audio engineer, and record company owner. He...

  
• 01.27.2023

  Episode 34 – Best Practice with Left Handed Ukulele Players

  Today was a day where I ended up discussing left handed ukulele playing as a teacher twice. First, at the Georgia Music Educators Association, and the later on Facebook. So I am clear, I allow my left handed...

  
• 01.01.2022

  Episode 33 – UKEtopia! A visit with Jim Beloff – Part 2

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with one of the main catalysts for the current “Third Wave” of the ukulele, Jim Beloff. Jim has created 36 music books, three other books on ukulele, twelve...

  
• 12.25.2021

  Episode 32 – UKEtopia! A visit with Jim Beloff – Part 1

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with one of the main catalysts for the current “Third Wave” of the ukulele, Jim Beloff. Jim has created 36 music books, three other books on ukulele, twelve...

  
• 11.04.2021

  Episode 31 – A visit with Uncle Rod Higuchi – Part 2

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with ukulele teacher and player Uncle Rod Higuchi. Rod was originally from Hawaii before coming to the mainland United States for college and then a career as a...

  
• 09.02.2021

  Episode 30 – A visit with Uncle Rod Higuchi – Part 1

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell visits with ukulele teacher and player Uncle Rod Higuchi. Rod was originally from Hawaii before coming to the mainland United States for college and then a career as a...

  
• 08.04.2021

  Episode 29 – A visit with Spencer Gay, creator of ukeeducation.org

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, Chris Russell visits with Spencer Gay, creator of the resources at ukeeducation.org. The episode discusses Spencer’s journey to the ukulele, his experience with the James Hill Ukulele Initiative, his ukulele brand (Barefoot Ukuleles),...

  
• 07.22.2021

  Episode 28 – An Interview with Matt Cantlon from Aloha City Ukuleles

  In this episode, Chris Russell (host) interviews Matt Cantlon from Aloha City Ukes, a ukulele specialist store located in the Chicago Area. You can find Aloha City Ukes at: http://www.alohacityukes.com ************************************************ You are invited to visit the UkeStuff blog/website, ukestuff.info (a free resource). ...

  
• 02.28.2021

  Episode 27 – Playing a 3D Printed Ukulele for the First Time and YouTube Channel Recommendations

  In edition of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell discusses a wide range of topics while stringing up a 3D Printed Ukulele for the first time. The index of topics is: 00:00 Introduction 00:45 3D printed travel ukuleles 04:39 Flight...

  
• 06.21.2020

  Episode 26 – (Insider Info)How Much I’m Making on YouTube After One Month of Monetization

  After 11 months, 1000 subscribers, and 4000 total view hours, my ukulele channel was finally able to be monetized. This is a summary of how things went that first month–which gives you a great perspective on how hard it...

  
• 05.17.2020

  Episode 25 – Meet the Creators of the Ukulele Play Along Videos

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, Chris Russell (host) visits with five of the creators of ukulele play along videos: Kris Gilbert, Andy Ramos, Daniel Simmons, Wesley Stevenson, and Rachel Webley. Daniel Simmons: youtube.com/danielsimmons Andy Ramos: youtube.com/andyramos Rachel Webley: youtube.com/ukulaliensukuleleclub, youtube.com/ukulelewales http://ukulele.wales...

  
• 03.18.2020

  It’s been a while! (Episode 24)

  In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, Chris Russell (host) discusses a number of things including why it has been a while since a podcast was published, different ways to market a channel or website with apparel and accessories, and...

  
• 01.08.2020

  The “UkeStuff” I received for Christmas

  Episode 23 of the UkeStuff Podcast In this podcast (video and audio available) I discuss the ukulele-related items that I received this Christmas. Video created (and audio exported) on the iPad Pro using Luma Fusion.  Motion video background from https://www.motionbolt.com  Check out the...

  
• 11.02.2019

  Following the 2019 Wisconsin Music Education Conference

  The UkeStuff Podcast, Episode 21! After the 2019 Wisconsin Music Education Conference – November 2019 Welcome to the 22nd Episode of the UkeStuff Podcast! Links: Peripole: http://www.peripole.com Luna Guitars (and Ukuleles): lunaguitars.com Enya: enya-music.com Jowoom Smart Tuner: http://www.jowoom.com Ukefarm Fonts: http://www.ukefarm.com Baritone Resources: -baritoneukulele.net ...

  
• 10.07.2019

  Thoughts from Fall 2019

  The UkeStuff Podcast, Episode 21! In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Chris Russell, a music educator who has integrated ukulele into his teaching, discusses a number of topics–basically an opportunity to catch up on a number of things that...

  
• 07.24.2019

  Back from Summer NAMM 2019

  UkeStuff Podcast Episode 20! In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, Chris talks about his ukulele observations from Summer NAMM 2019. The video podcast on YouTube includes some additional pictures of some of the things that he saw. Check out the...

  
• 07.12.2019

  A Visit with the Ukulele Sisters!

  Ukestuff Podcast Episode 19! In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, Chris visits with the Ukulele Sisters, authors of the 21 Ukulele Song Series and the Ukulele for All method book. The Ukulele Sisters have provided a special page where...

  
• 07.02.2019

  July 2019 – Channel News

  Episode 18 of the newly renamed UkeStuff Podcast! In this episode of the UkeStuff Podcast, host Christopher J. Russell, Ph.D. discusses the new name change to the podcast, talks about several new products that he will be reviewing soon, discusses the...

  
• 06.10.2019

  On the Road to Nashville

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 17! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell talks about some of the recent changes in his life (ukulele related) as well as changes to the video play alongs–some in...

  
• 03.30.2019

  A Visit with Rachel Webley

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 16! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Podcast, Chris Russell visits with Rachel Webley, a content creator in Wales, U.K. Rachel makes the Ukulaliens videos, originally as a part of providing content for...

  
• 03.13.2019

  A Visit with Dr. Jill Reese

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 15! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris visits with Dr. Jill Reese, professor at SUNY Fredonia, and creator of the Ukulele Video Play Along genre. Dr. Reese also runs...

  
• 03.05.2019

  A Visit with Andy Ramos at TMEA

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 14! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris visits with Andy Ramos at the end of the day on Friday of the TMEA convention–in very poor lighting conditions. Andy and...

  
• 02.22.2019

  A Visit with Kris Gilbert at TMEA

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 13! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell talks with Kris Gilbert, another music educator and creator of play along videos.  Kris follows the approach of Little Kids Rock, and...

  
• 01.01.2019

  Plans for the New Year

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 12! 2018 in review and plans for 2019. Ukulele: Bonanza Tenor Ameoba (Aspen/Black Walnut) Strap: Ukuleles from UkeStraps (Facebook) Tuner:  Jowoom T2 Smart Tuner Song: Always Keep A Ukulele In Your Trunk (Casper Babypants) Have a great 2019! Audio Link: https://archive.org/download/UVPP001Intro/UkuleleVideoPlayAlongPodcastEpisode0012.m4a Want to...

  
• 12.03.2018

  Christmas Gifts for the Ukulele Player

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 11! This is the first annual holiday gift guide! Special guest: Luke Russell Music: The Chorus of Jingle Bells (J. Pierpont) Ukulele: KoAloha Concert Ukulele (2004) See the video of the Podcast at: https://youtu.be/tFj12JvH-e8 See the full post of the...

  
• 11.26.2018

  You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch!

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 10! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris opens the podcast with “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and then discusses the latest Holiday Ukulele Play Alongs available for GCEA and...

  
• 11.26.2018

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast – Episode 0010

  In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris opens the podcast with “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and then discusses the latest Holiday Ukulele Play Alongs available for GCEA and DGBE ukuleles. Featured in this video...

  
• 08.31.2018

  Outdoor Ukuleles in the Classroom

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 9! In this episode of the podcast, Chris discusses the positives and negatives of the Outdoor Ukulele as a school instrument. His program recently bought 71 Outdoor Ukuleles, so you know that he is favorable...

  
• 07.24.2018

  A First Video Podcast

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 8! In this podcast, Dr. Russell discusses (and plays) his new Ohana CK-70-8 ukulele, talks about his process of starting to make play along videos for baritone ukulele (Eight songs available as of 7/24/18), his...

  
• 06.16.2018

  Got GOTOHs?

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 7! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell begins the episode by playing his Martin S1 and singing “You’ve Got a Friend In Me.”  Topics in this episode include upgrading...

  
• 06.16.2018

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast – Episode 0007

  In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell begins the episode by playing his Martin S1 and singing “You’ve Got a Friend In Me.”  Topics in this episode include upgrading tuners (Gotoh UPT), his inexpensive Sawtooth...

  
• 04.23.2018

  Practice Tracks for Choir

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 6! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell (host) plays his Enya EUR-X1 “camp” ukulele for an intro, and then talks about new Play Along videos made by educators throughout...

  
• 04.05.2018

  Someone to Lava

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 5! Recorded April 4, 2018 In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris Russell plays his only baritone ukulele, a Lanikai LU21-B that was a “Gambler’s Special” from eBay.  Some new strings (all...

  
• 03.24.2018

  Left Handed Ukuleles

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 4! In this Podcast, Chris Russell plays his Tenor Outdoor Ukulele, recently restrung with the new Aquila Sugar strings.  Other topics of discussion include recent additions to the Ukulele Video Play Along library, including many...

  
• 03.11.2018

  Using Technology to Replicate Yourself In Your Classroom

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 3! In this episode, Chris Russell plays the Populele, and discusses his most recent videos, including a potential full series on how to play specific chords to be used in larger presentations.  He also mentions...

  
• 03.07.2018

  Thoughts about Outdoor Ukuleles in the School Environment

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 2! In this episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris discusses the positives and negatives of the Outdoor Ukulele as a school instrument. In the discussion he does not mention that they...

  
• 03.05.2018

  A First Podcast on Ukulele Video Play Alongs

  Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast Episode 1! In this first episode of the Ukulele Video Play Along Podcast, Chris discusses why he has adopted ukuleles in his teaching position, how he found Ukulele Video Play Alongs, and his process of creating...