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“I came to this podcast when it first began knowing very little about bluegrass. But my knowledge and appreciation has expanded exponentially thanks to the Toy Heart podcast and Tom’s amazing interview style and his conversations with bluegrass legends.”
Biomom3 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/05/24
“Tom is doing a great service to bluegrass and old time fans with this podcast. Really amazing stuff. Keep it up!”
NorthernBluegrass via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/17/24
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“This is my new favorite podcast. I love the guests and interviews as they delve into the art and soul of bluegrass music. I’m an old time and bluegrass musician and appreciate the range of artists and discussions Tom Power is able to facilitate. He is a great interviewer, sensitive and...”Read full review »
Andrew Behla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“I follow just about every bluegrass podcast that I can find. This one is not only my favorite bluegrass podcast, it’s one of the best music podcasts I’ve heard.
Tom is such a great interviewer. He obviously knows his subjects, he’ll ask a question and then he sits back while his subjects tell...”Read full review »
RCCpudge via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Enjoyed so much! Been a Laurie Lewis fan for years. Loved hearing her story.”
Susiekay49 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/24
“I don’t know how you do it, I can’t always see where you’re going, but you really make the most of these interviews.
As a border guy ( Calais, Me./ St. Stephen, N. B.) I can appreciate the intimate sense of sitting across a kitchen table and conversing. Thank you, WD”
the other Dell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/23
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“Tony Rice is my all time musical hero, influence and a constant source of inspiration and elevation in times of need 🎶💯❤️
Coming from an Irish Traditional Flute player that’s a big feckin deal.
You’ve no idea how much your podcast has meant to me as I listened so intently to these incredibly...”Read full review »
lowflute via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/23
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“Came for the Tony Rice tributes, stayed for the quality, knowledge and humour. I want more!!!”
redjay66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/21/22
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“What a great podcast. To be honest, I was a bit skeptical coming in but the Tony Rice tributes were just so good. Now I am going back to S1 and working my way through it. I already can’t wait for Season 2!”
The Real J-Lo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/24/21
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“Hearing in-depth interviews with these wonderful musicians has been a joy. Looking forward to the rest of the tributes to Tony Rice.”
vegan wendolin via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/23/21
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“I’m very impressed. This is a totally professional podcast with high production values and solid hosting. The conversation runs deep and is enhanced with occasional, well-placed sound clips that really contribute context and texture. It’s as nicely done as anything on NPR, which is a high...”Read full review »
JWSkills via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/21
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“My only complaint is that I wish the Tony Rice episode had been given an explicit rating or had some beeps over all the f-bombs, so I hadn’t shared it with my dad, who’s a Baptist minister.”
KentuckyTravis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/21
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“I’m not the world’s greatest bluegrass fan but I would listen to Tom Power read the phone book. He’s a great host and puts his heart in every interview he does.”
Milfhouse709 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/24/21
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“I don’t know much about bluegrass but I like music and I could listen to Tom Power interview a turnip. This pod has got me looking through YouTube for old bluegrass videos and looking up banjo references. I love everything about it and can’t wait for the next season.”
goldenlauriemi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/21
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“I’ve become a new fan of so many amazing musicians. Extremely well done and entertaining!”
fsfreds7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/21/20
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“This is an amazing show. Please interview Nancy Blake!”
Kentucky Johnson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/20
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“Love this one (the whole season). Looking forward to next season.”
PKWebb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/20
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“I went for a walk and decided to listen to a podcast about bluegrass and found the Jerry Douglas interview. Time to go for another long walk! What a treat. So much fun to hear how everyone is connected. Great comfortable interview with bluegrass interspersed. Thank you!”
Srseaman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/20
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“Tom is knowledgeable about bluegrass and asks great questions. Love this podcast!”
picks and pucks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/20
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“I’m not a huge bluegrass fan but I’ve become a big fan of this podcast. The mix of music history and Tom Power’s genuinely warm and generous interviewing style make this feel like a shared conversation between friends. I can’t wait to hear more episodes.”
HilldownFish via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/28/20
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“I’ve enjoyed them all.”
jwcopley3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/20
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“As entertaining and informative a podcast as can be found on the subject of bluegrass! Great work, keep 'em coming!”Read full review »
#%**##! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/20
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“I am actually at a loss for word on how amazing this entire series is. Each one of these artists has had a huge impact me, and to hear Tom's casual style mixed with hos absolute passion and deep knoweldge was a pure delight. Would it be weird if I mentioned that the Bela, Alisson and Douglas...”Read full review »
bigshinytone via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/15/20
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“Each interview unfolds like an intricate story. They’re informative, entertaining, sometimes funny, and deeply rooted in the music. It’s an hard magic trick to pull off, but one that the Toy Heart crew does with each episode.”
LumpfishLookingForLove via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/20
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“Listening in Ireland and love it excellent podcast”
Mando Mad via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
06/02/20
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“Each of the episodes have been enjoyable but the Allison Brown interview was exceptional. It was a delight to hear her story.”
Gerry Grider via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/16/20
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“Not many podcasts on the topic of bluegrass. Even fewer with such a competent host. Tom not only knows how to conduct and interview, he also loves the music and it shows. Plus, he interviews the biggest names in the genre. Just great all around, keep it up!”
MrLcky via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/20
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“Your podcast the best new thing to come along since Mando & Beer for sure. Keep it up Tom.”
Mando Newbie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/20
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“Yes! Thank you for delving into a entertaining passion project reminiscent of “deep roots”
Excited to listen in and get learned up!”
Apt.5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/18/20
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“Keep the great interviews coming. This seems well thought out and is entertaining for the bluegrasser like me.”
MonroeJunkie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/20
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“Really enjoying this series! Tom Power is definitely the right person to be digging into these stories—the right balance of Canadian outsider and serious student of bluegrass.”
dfsheffield via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/23/20
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“Very cool interview with one of the great influencers in Bluegrass music. Always other questions that I may have asked, but Tom is starting to dig deep....”
stringbass1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/20
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“On Q, you get a glimpse of your musical personality. This solidifies the fact that we could talk over a pint for hours about the music we love! This is a podcast I will look forward to in the future. Thank you for your knowledge, warmth and insight into one of the most vibrant and charismatic...”Read full review »
Maritime Brian via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/15/20
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“Bluegrass music is simply awesome, but the stories really are a part of that oral tradition too. Thank you so much Tom for taking the time to catch these people and their stories. So inspiring. Your skill as an interviewer is a real gift. So glad you’re on CBC radio and so glad you’re taking...”Read full review »
Boom Chuck Club via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/10/20
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“If you love bluegrass this is the best thing. So much knowledge, insider stories, people you love talking about their lives and memories. Thank you!!”
taysykes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/20
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“Love this!!! Finally a long form interview with one of the greats”
Hfffut via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/05/20
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