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Our November episode includes original music from Steve Hickman, recorded live in our studio! We also learn more about the upcoming Children's Auction, Rick reminds us of "intent", Jeff moves to town, Jim talks about bird migration, and Dave has some reflections. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, and iTunes? We [...]
Our October episode includes original music from Dan Withered, who was a protege of the late Slats Klug, who is featured on Dan's album. The show also includes information about the "Macbeth - A Comedy" play at the Brown County Playhouse, the latest from the Humane Society, and news from The Art Guild. Jim Eagleman [...]
Our September episode includes original music from The Whetstine Family Band, recorded live in our studio! The show also includes information about the upcoming Bigfoot Conference, the "Living Art Colony" project at Pioneer Village, an interview with Aesop Birkemeyer about his National History victory, we hear about the ongoing Songwriter Showdown at the Playhouse, and [...]
Our August episode includes music from Tomas Lozano on the hurdy-gurdy! We also have new pieces about Chamberfest, Woodpeckers, the art of Patricia Rhoden Bartels, living with ants, dreams, and more! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, and iTunes? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly [...]
Our July episode includes original music from Brown County's newest rock-and-roll band, Sustayn! We also have new stories about Pickleball, St. Vincent Depaul's services, and new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Dave Seastrom. Deb Bowden and Rick Fettig both share some patriotic essays, and Gunther Flum has a new poem about his cat. Did you know [...]
Our June episode includes live music from local duo Soul Travelers, information on a summer lunch program for kids, a tribute to Father's Day, rock and roll history from Bob McCutcheon, and new essays from Jim Eagleman and Dave Seastrom. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, and iTunes? We are Volunteer [...]
Our May episode includes original music from JC Clements, with three songs from her new album! We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, and Dave Seastrom, along with information from the recycling center, the PACES project, and the Hoosier Hills Scenic Byway. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, and iTunes? We [...]
In our March episode, we remember our friend Robbie Bowden who passed away last month. Robbie was a cherished music community member who helped make it what it is today and is deeply missed by all of us. We will reflect on his music and appearances on our show, including interviews, music from the String [...]
Our March episode includes original music from Gene Fugate and we play three songs recorded live in our studio. We also have news about the upcoming eclipse, an exciting 2024 season at The Playhouse, and stories about wood, blacksmithing, philanthropy, and the love of dogs. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on [...]
Our February episode features an interview with singer/songwriter Sharianne Whetstine along with four of her songs we recorded live in the studio. Will Scott has an exciting lineup of shows for this season at four local venues. Rick Fettig shares his new piece called I Am, and Jim Eagleman talks about Thoreau and Walden in [...]
In our January episode, we remember our friend Danny Harden, who passed away in December. Danny was a well-known banjo player and treasured member of our community, and in his honor, we are replaying our 2017 interview with him and his bluegrass band "Hamilton Creek". This month includes two "Ordinary People" segments remembering the life [...]
Our December episode includes a new series called Ordinary People, which interviews local folks about Brown County history. Folks from Centerstone talk about the new 988 helpline, we feature a new radio theater piece called "It's About Time", and Sam and Josh from Bonafide Bites catering talk about their work at the Music Center. Jim [...]
Our November episode features an interview with local poet Andrew Hubbard along with one of his poems. Kurt Eagleman joins us again to talk about the murals he has painted, and his father Jim tells us about "Jays and Crows" in his piece Nature Ramblings. Both Sarah and Dave offer essays on critters that fly, [...]
The 2023 Halloween Special has plenty of spooky stories about things that go bump in the night! We have two paranormal researchers, a new radio theater piece, and true stories of local hauntings. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify and iTunes? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can [...]
Our October episode includes original music from both Christie Lenée and Bryce Mullins, who will be playing at the Brown County Playhouse on November 4th. We also have interviews with Tom Preston, Sallyann Murphy, and Robb Besosa, along with essays from Jim Eagleman and Dave Seastrom. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast [...]
Our September episode includes original music from Saige Malaya recorded live in the studio. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Lucy Schultz, along with interviews with Sallyann Murphey, Tess Keen, and Vivian Wolf. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify and iTunes? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and [...]
Our August episode is a redux of last month's "Pirate Show", which many of our listeners missed due to the storms and power outages that plagued the area during the original broadcast. The show includes live music performed by local pirate William Franklin and his band Gunsway. Christie Crandall tells us about local pirate radio [...]
Our July episode is all about pirates! The show includes live music performed by local pirate William Franklin and his band Gunsway. Christie Crandall tells us about local pirate radio stations of the 1970s, and Donna Slack tells us about an upcoming event about invasive species. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, Chuck [...]
Our June episode includes original music from country music singer and Brown County native Rylee Nicholson. Dave interviews Lucy Schultz about the new "Art Farm" endeavor, Brian Smiley talks to us about his career in comedy, and Steve Grubs tells us about honey bees. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, Sarah Lyttle, and [...]
Our May episode includes original music from Father Kentucky. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, Rick Fettig, and Dave Seastrom, along with an interview about the tick-spread disease Alpha Gal Syndrome. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly [...]
Our April episode is part of the Spring Fund Drive at WFHB! We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution ensures this program stays on the air. The show includes original music from Tim Tryon, new essays and interviews from Dave, Sarah, Pam, and Jim, along [...]
Our March episode includes music from Albert Nolting and Ruben Guthrie that we recorded live in our studio. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, Sarah Lyttle, and Dave Seastrom. We also pull two favorites from the archive with a poem from Carol Marks and an essay on spiders from Katie Cogler. Did you [...]
Our February episode features music from Ruben Guthrie and Albert Nolting, live in our studio! We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Sarah Lyttle, and Dave Seastrom. Pam and Rick interview Cindy Steele, and Dave interviews Kurt Eagleman. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community [...]
Happy New Year! Our New-Year's Day episode includes music from the Top Hat Blues Revue, recorded live in our studio! We also have interviews with local artists and essays to ring in the new year! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support [...]
Our December episode includes original music from Benjamin Fuson that we recorded live in our studio. We also share new stories from our friends Jim Eagleman and Jeff Tryon, as well as interviews with the Brown County Playhouse about their new season. Sarah Lyttle shares an essay and an interview about the recent fire at [...]
Our November episode includes original music from The Hammer & The Hatchet and their album Shake Off The Cold. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Jeff Tryon, along with a radio theater piece from the "Unusual Suspects" from the Firehouse Follies. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We [...]
It's time for spooky stories and scary songs, and our Halloween Special has that and more! We have two brand-new radio theater pieces as well as songs and stories from two Brown County Favorites. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us [...]
Our October episode includes original music from Coot Crabtree, who is joined by Barry Elkins and Aiden Blankenship. We also have new pieces from Jeff Tryon, Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, And Rick Fettig, along with a radio theater piece called "The Devil's In The Details" by Chuck Wills, Hondo Thompson, and Tom Preston. Did you [...]
Our September episode features fingerstyle guitar performances from the recent Indiana State Fingerstyle Guitar Festival. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman, and interviews with Jeff Tryon and Lisa Hall. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org [...]
Welcome to Episode 125! Thanks to summer vacations, we are going to replay some "best of" pieces out of the archive. You'll hear songs from old friends and stories that come straight from the heart. Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you "live" in September! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast [...]
Our July episode includes original music from Dave Sisson and we also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Dave Seastrom, along with an interview with Rachel Perry and information on the Indiana State Fingerstyle Guitar Festival. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you [...]
Our June episode features music from the Slats Klug memorial concert as well as an interview with his widow, Jane Mitchell. The Unusual Suspects bring us a new episode of original radio theater, and Jim Eagleman, Maggie Sullivan, and the guys from Inside Outdoors all join us to talk about nature. Did you know you [...]
Our May episode includes music from John and Terri Whitcomb as "The Married Band of Two", as well as The Hammer & The Hatchet. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Rick Fettig, along with a radio theater piece from the "Unusual Suspects" from the Firehouse Follies. Stori Snider from the Brown County [...]
Our April episode is part of the WFHB Fund Drive - -we hope that if you enjoy our show you will support the public radio station that makes it all possible! Your contribution at WFHB.org ensures this program stays on the air. This month we have Native American music from Mel Hoefling, a new radio [...]
Our March episode includes original music from Stant & Moore, as well as new pieces from Jim Eagleman and The Unusual Suspects from the Firehouse Follies. We also pull one from the archive with Vera Grubbs' poem "Chicken House". Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, [...]
Our February episode includes original music from Dave Bartlett as he and Dave Seastrom remember Bob Adair. We also have new pieces from Jim Eagleman and Sarah Lyttle, along with a radio theater piece from the "Unusual Suspects" from the Firehouse Follies. We also pull one from the archive with Vera Grubbs interviewing artist Jon [...]
Happy New Year from the Brown county Hour crew! We are celebrating January 2022 by jumping in the way-back machine and revisiting one of our favorite episodes from the past. We hope you enjoy episode 58 from new year's day 2017. From Nashville to Gnawbone, Helmsburg to Hindustan, and all points in between, we wish you [...]
Our December episode includes John and Terri Whitcomb singing Christmas music live in the studio! We're also joined by Jim Eagleman, Hondo Thompson and Jackie Board, the Director of the Bloomington Symphony, and more! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us [...]
Our November episode features a tribute to blues musician Governor Davis, with some of his songs and an interview a few of his friends. We also have two interviews with folks from Brown County Playhouse productions! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can [...]
Our Halloween Special features our full-length interview with Paranormal Investigator Matthew Jackson of www.paraholics.com, and he tells us of his latest adventures including: A skeleton he retrieved from the Knights of Pythias. Investigating Fox Hollow Farms, home of serial killer Herb Baumeister. An experience with Henry Dixon, who was murdered in Tunnelton IN, in 1908. [...]
Our October episode includes scary Halloween stories, local interviews, a guest appearance by Vera Grubbs, and more music from Steve Plessinger's new album! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution insures this program stay on [...]
Our September episode we feature Steve Plessinger's new album Time Wasted, the whole crew interviews Vera Grubbs, and we remember our dear friend Doris Embry. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution insures this program [...]
Our August episode includes Bob Cheevers and his original music, and a preview of his new international musical collaboration! We also talk to Christian Webb of the Brown County Music Center, and the producers of Chamberfest Brown County. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and [...]
Our July episode includes Jan Bell and her original music, live in our studio! Plus an interview with she and her partner Will Scott about Hillfolk Music Series! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution [...]
In this special episode, we remember our friend Slats Klug. Slats was a local music legend, known for his series of songs about our beloved Brown County. He generously offered his music as the theme to our show. We were honored to host a gathering of his friends to talk about their time making music [...]
Our May episode features Rainwater Studios and their "Best Of The Stream" CD, featuring music from Matthew Marcelle, Michael Moulder, and Steve Plessenger. Community Happenings: John Franz Celebration and Tribute Peaceful Valley Heritage Arts Week Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can [...]
Our April episode features Rev and Breezy Peyton, and their new album "Dance Songs for Hard Times. They talk about the making of this new album during global pandemic, and play 3 brand new songs from the album, which releases on April 9th. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are [...]
Our March episode includes original music from The Acre Brothers, The Hammer & The Hatchet, and Kenan Rainwater - all recorded at home over the last few months! We also have Jeff Tryon, Jim Eagleman, an innovative new local business, and much more! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are [...]
Our February episode celebrates the 65th birthday of The Port Hole Inn, near Lake Lemon. Jim Lemon interviews owner Joel Kohen about the music and history of the venue. We feature musicians that have played there, including JC Clements Band, King Bee & The Stingers, Tim Tryon, and Evan Twitty. Did you know you can [...]
Our January episode includes a tributes to two friends recently lost - John Franz and Doc Brester. John was a revered local musician, and Doc Brester was a beloved veterinarian. We also have pieces from Jeff Tryon, Nature Ramblings with Jim Eagleman, and more. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We [...]
Our December episode includes a tribute to our friend Mel Chance, who passed away a few weeks ago. Mel was a local musician and educator, and we feature our 2013 interview along with his music. We also usher in the Christmas season with holiday poems and songs from Slats Klug. Did you know you can [...]
Our November episode features a live music from local band FCR, recorded at Hondo Thompson's famous House Concert Series. They play some of their favorites from CSNY and The Beatles. We embrace fall with changing leaves... and lots of visitors coming to town! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and [...]
As if 2020 isn't scary enough, It's time for the ghosts and goblins to come out of the hills and hollers of Brown County! For this special we have a few things that go bump in the night:. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, [...]
Our October episode has original music from some local favorites: The Hammer & The Hatchet, Chris Wolf, Joe Bollinger, and John Whitcomb! We begin our Halloween month with spooky stories from our paranormal investigator friends, Matthew Jackson, and Chris McDaniel. Be sure to tune in later this month for our Halloween Special podcast! Did you [...]
Our September episode includes Rich Hardesty and his original music, including a previously unreleased song "Peaceful Vinyl! We also than the Brown County Community Foundation for their support of our show and the whole community.. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support [...]
Our August episode includes The Brazilionaires with their original Latin jazz music. We also include our remote recording and interviews from the recent Solidarity Rally in downtown Nashville. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution [...]
Welcome to Episode 100! We have been proud to serve Brown County for 10 years and triple-digit episodes! This show is a retrospective of our favorites, all the way back to 2010. We hope you love it as much as we do. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? [...]
Our June episode features pieces recorded in our remote studios, as well as music from Shannon Harris and Barry Elkins that we recorded in January! Susan Clearwater talks about the herb Bone Set, and Jim Eagleman talks about birds. Sasquatch is back with his new show "Ask Squatch". Did you know you can subscribe to [...]
Spring has sprung in Brown County! We've got some very special guests this month, along with music from Rev Peyton and The Big Damn Band, courtesy of our new music sponsor Rainwater Studios! Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you [...]
Our April episode includes The Hammer & The Hatchet with their new album Road May Flood, soon available on vinyl! This is fund drive month for WFHB, so each of our crew bring their own thoughts on the importance of community radio. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and [...]
This is a special music presentation of The Woodshed Sessions on Brown County Hour. We have recorded so many talented musicians over the years, we want to take this opportunity to share them with you. All of these songs are recorded LIVE in our studio, and you'll never hear these cuts anywhere else. This episode [...]
Our March episode features Opal Fly & KAPOW! with their new album "DIG IT", along with great community guests. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on Spotify, iTunes, and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution insures this program stay on [...]
Our February episode includes songwriter Joel Curtis and his original music, live in our studio! Settle in with your radio friends for an hour from the hills and hollars.... Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at [...]
Happy New Year from the hills and hollers of southern Indiana! We feature original music from several local artists this month - Cari Ray, Chris Dollar, and The Hammer & The Hatchet - along with stories and interviews from authors and local experts on a variety of topics. Did you know you can subscribe to [...]
Our December episode includes Chris Wolf and his original music, live in our studio, plus a preview of his new album Butt Seriously Folk! Susan Clearwater brings a different persepctive on illness, and Jim Eagleman talks Turkey. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community [...]
It's our Halloween broadcast, and we share 3 spooky songs from local artists. Chuck Also interviews Paranormal Investigator Matthew Jackson, of www.paraholics.com Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us directly at WFHB.org . Your contribution insures this program [...]
It’s time for the ghosts and goblins to come out of the hills and hollers of Brown County! For this special we have a few things that go bump in the night: Chuck Wills interviews Paranormal Investigator Matthew Jackson of www.paraholics.com Hondo Thompson reads “What’s He Building In There?” Kara Barnard talks about her experience […]
John Whitcomb is our musical guest, with a selection of music featuring James Whitcomb Riley poetry. He plays three of his original songs live in the studio. Frank Jones reads Brown County legend "Taley Po", and Laura Edmonds joins us from The Raptor Center. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes [...]
Zeltin Kay joins us live in the studio as our September musical guest. We recorded him playing both guitar and dulcimer. Brown County Story Slam continues, with our July winner Jessica Bussert. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support [...]
JC Clements is musical guest for August, and we recorded her band live at The Brown County Inn! Brown County Story Slam continues, with our June winner David Denman. Did you know you can subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher? We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your [...]
Will Scott plays live in studio. Story slam winner ASH with his story of fathers, football, and fungus. And more…
Kade Puckett plays guitar live in studio! Hondo Thompson wins of our 1st Brown County Story Slam! And more…
The opiate addiction crisis is a serious topic in our community. We dedicate this show to those that are making a difference.
Kenan Rainwater, along with Barry Elkins, are live in the studio this month. They talk about The Stream from Rainwater Studios, as well as the band Split Rail opening for Travis Tritt. It is Spring Fund Drive for WFHB, so you will hear more about that along with our usual cast of characters. We are […]
We welcome the Amanda Webb band, live in the studio, fresh off the road from the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Along with our usual cast of characters, our guests include a local artist, an herbalist, and poet. We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your donation at WFHB.org Our […]
Happy February and welcome! Rick Clayton joins us as our musical guest, as part of The Late Show band. He brings their new album Sha La La, as well as lots of fun stories! Cari Ray reports in from Texas hill country, and Susan Clearwater shares her new book. Gather ’round the radio with your […]
Happy New Year from your friends at The Brown County Hour! Jason Blankenship and Dave Sharp bring live music to the show, as well as cuts from The Blankenship band’s brand new album “Justified”! Our crew has plenty of New-Year’s wishes to offer you, so gather ’round the radio with your friends and settle in […]
As we move from fall into winter, we gather around the fire with friends to bring you our December show. We have The Night Owl Country Band as our musical guests, sharing 3 songs live in the studio, as well as their new album! We’ve got plenty of our usual characters too, so gather ’round […]
Brown County has been painted in the beautiful colors of fall, and we have Chris Dollar with two albums and a live recording right in our studio! So gather ’round the radio with your friends and settle in for an hour of pure Brown County goodness. You can catch more of Chris Dollar’s live songs […]
It’s Autumn in Brown County, and we celebrate the season with true ghost stories! We even have a song about zombies, so gather ’round the radio with your friends for this spook-tacular show. We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your donation at WFHB.org Our show includes: Dave and Rick […]
Fall is right around the corner, which means this is our Fall Fundraiser Show! We will be *LIVE* on WFHB at our usual times, so our web show will be slightly shorter than usual. As always, we appreciate our listeners and fans, and appreciate your financial support at www.WFHB.org It’s a critical time for funding […]
The heat is on, as we enjoy the last of summer before the kids go back to school. Sit with us on the front porch as we welcome some friends to join in for the next hour… We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your donation at WFHB.org Our show […]
This month is a celebration of Brown County Legends and national recording artists, The Stringbean String Band. We had Robbie Bowden and Dave Gore in the studio to share their stories and songs. We take a look back with them through the 1970’s music scene… and all the way back to the story of how […]
To celebrate our 75th episode, we present our “Best Of” show, spanning the last 8 years! We are truly grateful for the marvelous guests we’ve had, as well as our audience. We hope you enjoy this look back with the friends and characters that make Brown County such a special place. We couldn’t fit it […]
With the change in weather we’re celebrating with great music from Cari Ray, an Old Guitar Story with Tim Grimm, and the usual cast of characters. We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your donation at WFHB.org Our guests this month include: Cari Ray is our musical guest, featuring her […]
This is The Spring Fund Drive for WFHB, and the live broadcast of this show includes our team live on the air asking for your support of the radio station. We are Volunteer Powered Community Radio, and you can support us with your donation at WFHB.org Our guests this month include: We are honored to […]
Spring is right around the corner, so say goodbye to cabin fever with your old friends at the Brown County Hour! This month should warm you right up… The one and only Frank Jones is our musical guest this month, introducing his new album Lined In Sycamore! We feature 3 brand new songs of his. […]
Shake off those winter blues and sit for a spell with your radio show friends. We have some great guests to entertain you as we settle for another episode…. Rev Peyton of the big Damn Band is our musical guest! He and Cari talk about folk instruments and viral videos We feature 3 of Rev’s […]
Welcome to 2018 and our 70th show! We have some great guests to entertain you as we settle for another episode…. Robby Bowden and Carolyn Dutton are our musical guest! These two share their amazing musical history as well as 3 songs live in the studio! Jeff Tryon educates us on the absurdity of his […]
We welcome you to gather around the radio as we draw 2017 to a close. We have some great guests to entertain you as we settle for another episode…. Joe Bolinger of The Lean and The Plenty is our musical guest! He shares 3 songs from their new album, live in the studio! Bill Miller […]
Autumn and the beautifully painted hillsides are slowly changing toward winter. Make sure your wood pile stacked and settle in with your old Brown County friends for another episode…. Bigfoot Yancey is our musical guest! they share great stories and 3 songs. Vera interviews Phil Sims about purple martin birds. BETA joins us to talk […]
We kick off the WFHB fall fundraiser with our October episode! We thank you for being a supporter of our show and public radio. You can show your support with your financial contribution at http://wfhb.org In this episode: We interview Kara Barnard about Weed Patch Music, and the Indiana State Fingerstyle guitar Festival. We feature […]
Summer is quickly tuning to Autumn in Brown County, also known as Pumpkin Spice season! The Brown County Hour crew are all locating their boots and sweaters in preparation for Leaf Season. Steve Plessinger and Mike Stogdill from The Warm Bloods join us with some great original music! The History Center is hosting a Quilt Show! […]
It’s the peak of summer here in Brown County, so escape the heat and humidity and sit for a spell with the radio show gang! We reacquaint with a lot of old friends this month, so grab a glass of cold lemonade and stretch out in a hammock with us for the next hour. This […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB Happy Independence Day Brown County! The radio show gang is back with a show packed with music and wildlife. We make the acquaintance of our new feathered friend, Simon […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, June 4, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB The month of June brings hikers, bikers, kayakers, and all manner of folks to the hills of Brown County. As we’re getting ready to bait a hook and enjoy […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB Spring is in full swing in Brown County! This episode brings in old and new friends as we talk about hiking trails, great music, and the excitement that spring […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB We kick off the WFHB spring fundraiser with our April episode! We thank you for being a supporter of our show and public radio. You can show your support […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB We March into an early spring with some old friends that stop in for a visit! We’re glad to have Mike Bubie back with us, as well as Celtica making […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, February 5, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: The radio show crew welcomes you to February! We have a great episode to help get you through the shorter winter days. […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Happy New Year! From Nashville to Gnawbone, Helmsburg to Hindustan, and all points in between, we wish you a joyful […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: December is here, and we have songs and talk of Christmas Trees as we enter the holiday season. In this […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, November 6, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: November is here, and as the leaves fall in Brown County we are also coming to the end of election […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB October is the time for the beauty of Brown County to show in its full splendor! With our hills covered in fall colors, we welcome autumn with bonfires and […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Chuck Wills, and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, September 4, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: This episode kicks off the WFHB Fall Fund Drive! The format is a little different, made up of four shorter […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: After 7 years, 52 episodes, a couple of major fundraisers, managing a burgeoning website and more all-night engineering sessions than he can […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Vera Grubbs and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: We’re doing something a little different this time around — issuing our first-ever retrospective, covering all six years of the show’s existence. After an […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig, Jeff Foster and Chuck Wills. First aired Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: original vocal trio Hoosier Darling (Ginger Curry, Sarah Flint & Suzette Weakley), interview and music. Jeff Tryon with another “My Brown County” – The […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig, Jeff Foster and Chuck Wills. First aired Sunday, May 1, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest: singer-songwriter Kenan Rainwater, interview and music. Amanda Webb and Anne Hawk tell us about their upcoming ‘Musica Terra’ Arts In The Park […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Rick Fettig, and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest: singer-songwriter John Whitcomb, interview and music. Artist Joe Henderson interviewed by Vera Grubbs. Community Resource Center David Bartlett delivers an update on […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Rick Fettig, Vera Grubbs and Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we feature Celtic music from local band, Celtica (including an exclusive sneak listen to […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Rick Fettig, Vera Grubbs and Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Singer-songwriter Travers Marks delivers 3 original songs recorded live in the BCH studio, along with an interview. Patricia Krahnke discusses the BC Gay-Straight […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Rick Fettig and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, January 3, 2016 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: Chuck Wills & Braeden Brown, interview and live-in-studio music. Elders Project: Sam Fritch, interview by Dave Seastrom. Carol Morgan, Dick & Lori […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Rick Fettig and Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: Kara Barnard, Cari Ray and Chuck Wills perform holiday tunes (recorded live in our studio), and bring us up to speed on […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest: Forest Gras – interview plus music from his new CD, Stones N Bones Vera Grubbs interviews artist Martha Sechler. Pam Raider […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Cari Ray, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs and Rick Fettig. First aired Sunday, October 4, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest: Bob Lucas – extended interview, and live-in-studio music featuring Bob’s unique fretless gourd banjo. Jeff Tryon returns with another My Brown […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig, with guest host Cari Ray. First aired Sunday, September 6, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: WFHB Fall Fund Drive Special. Musical guests: Slip Me 5 – old-time swingabilly, interview and songs. Rachel Perry with the tale of […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig, Jeff Foster, with guest host Cari Ray. First aired Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: The Boxcar Annies (Heather Elkins, Gabrielle Steenburger and Barry Elkins) Interviews with arborist Rick Patrick and author Ruth […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig and Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: Lucky & The Kid (aka Picker Dan Bilger and Barry Elkins) Vera Grubbs interviews artist Darren Redman Pam Raider interviews Keith Bradway of […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig, Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, June 6, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: Amanda & Brian Webb Anabel Hopkins tells us about the Partake Film Festival Alan Birkmeyer shares info about the Relay For Life event Jeff […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Paulette Justice. First aired Sunday, May 3, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests: The Hammer & The Hatchett Jeff Tryon launches his new series, “My Brown County” Vera Grubbs interviews artist Monique Cagle of Sleepy Cat Studio Singer/songwriter […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, April 5, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests the Rusted String Swindlers Singer/songwriter Cari Ray returns with another “For a Song” Poetry by Carol Marks and BCH Poet Laureate, Gunther Flumm […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest Tammera Lane of CELTICA — interview and songs from Labyrinth Walk. Cari Ray returns with another For A Song, exploring the creative processes involved in songwriting. […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, February 1, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guests Hamilton Creek perform LIVE in BCH Studio B — interview and songs. Cari Ray returns with another For A Song, wherein she explores the […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, January 4, 2015 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest David Bartlett talks about his recent CD, Lead Your Life By A Song, produced by Jeff Foster, and we hear […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, December 7, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest Kenan Rainwater talks about his recent CD, As The River Flows, produced by the Reverend Peyton, and we hear selected […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, November 2, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest Lauren Robert with a discussion of living the big life in NYC, returning to Brown County, her experiences as a […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom, Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Rick Fettig & Jeff Foster. First aired Sunday, October 5, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Our special WFHB Fall Fund-drive episode, featuring: Metal worker Brad Cox discusses the dedication of the new Teen BETA sculpture A tall […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Bob Gustin, former editor of the Columbus Republic, discusses his perspective on the current state of journalism We talk to two young local participants in the National History […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, August 3, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Bees in Indiana: a roundtable discussion with Chuck Wills Essay by Jeff Tryon: “Our Brown County” Larry Pejeau, CEO of the Brown County Community Foundation John Mills, […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Cheeky Rose. First aired Sunday, July 6, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Chuck Wills and Kara Barnard bring us up to date on the Indiana State Fingerstyle Guitar Competition S.G. Stratigus delivers Ron Dye’s adaptation of the Frank Hohenberger […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Cheeky Rose. First aired Sunday, May 5, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB (Spring Fund Drive Special) ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Jim Schultz of the Salt Creek Preservation Project gives us an update on developments Bill Miller shares his memories of Brown County, including a […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB (Spring Fund Drive Special) ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Wildlife field recording engineer Geoff Keller talking about the impact of excessive logging on the ecosystem Taylor Roberts, one of the students from Brown […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, April 6, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB (Spring Fund Drive Special) ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: In Memory of BC elder Hank Swain: essay by Pam Raider Hank Swain with his story, Scuprats Poems by Chris Curtin, Rick Fettig, […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, March 2, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Vera Grubbs interviews artist Mary Pendergrass WoodWatch segment: a report on a Meet Your Legislators meeting at the County Building regarding the DNR logging plan Rich Reardin talks […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, February 2, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Vera Grubbs interviews Artist Michele Pollock of Lost Lake Studio Charlie Cole continues his commentary on Yellowwood logging Dave Seastrom – essay on Groundhog Day Bill Land – […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Vera Grubbs. First aired Sunday, January 5, 2014 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Vera Grubbs’ interview with BC artist Patricia Rhoden Bartels a Brown County story from Tramp Starr poems by Chris Curtin and Gunther Flumm Brown County State Park naturalist […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom and Lee Edgren. First aired Sunday, December 1, 2013 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Ian McCabe with a taste of It’s a Wonderful Life, being performed till December 16th at the Brown County Playhouse Vera Grubbs’ interview with BC artist Anne Ryan […]
Hosted by Vera Grubbs and Dave Seastrom. First aired Sunday, November 3, 2013 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Interview #2 and music by the Reverend Peyton and the Big Damn Band Jon Kay returns with a poem by Indiana poet James Whitcomb Riley Sally Ann Murphy […]
Hosted by Dave Seastrom. First aired Sunday, October 6, 2013 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: This episode was specifically structured to fit in with WFHB’s 2013 Fall Fund Drive. While the show is a bit shorter in length than usual, it’s not short on exciting content, […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce & Dave Seastrom. “Things that Go Thump in the Woods” First aired Sunday, September 1, 2013 at 9 AM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical Guest: violinist Carolyn Dutton Jeff Tryon as Tramp Star Poem by Gunther Flumm New contributor Peggy Daily, local author of […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce & Dave Seastrom. First aired Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: BCH Producer Jeff Foster introduces Mr. Michael Potts, teacher of the honored “We the People” State and National champions from Brown County Jr. High School “Agripuncturist” Mike Bube […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce. First aired Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Agriculture expert Mike Bube, sharing important gardening tips Bird Snyder with his timely expertise on mushroom hunting Brown County born musician Forest Gras James Connor, Brown County sculptor Doug Harden providing us with […]
Hosted by Rick Fettig and Janice Pearce. First aired Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Operators are standing by to take your order for a Brown County love potion Director of Traditional Arts Indiana Jon Kay shares historic Hoosier poetry Local elder Hank […]
Hosted by Pam Raider, Vera Grubbs, Janice Pearce, Rick Fettig and Susan Showalter. First aired Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical guest: Slats Klug, whose music has graced every episode of the Brown County Hour since the beginning of the show, drops […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce and Rick Fettig. First aired Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: We go on-location at the Outhouse Races for the fast and the furious and the pungent scent of victory A skit from our recent live variety show recreates […]
Hosted by Lee Edgren, Fenella Flinn, Frank Jones & Geoff Thompson. First aired Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Exclusive interview with Muriel Anderson at the 1st Annual Indiana Fingerstyle Guitar Competition, with Jeff Foster Various highlights from the 2012 Brown County Fair: […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce and Rick Fettig. First aired Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: BCH celebrates Earth Day, opening with George Clegg learning all about geodes from Don Crumb County elder Hank Swain tells about the day Salt Creek flowed backwards, and […]
Hosted by Janice Pearce and Susan Showalter. First aired Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical Guests: Maria, Molly and Jerome of The Sanderson Family Band, Susan Showalter reporting History: Portia Sperry’s letter to her grandchildren, Julia Pearson reporting Brown County High School […]
Hosted by the BCH Crew. First aired Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Musical Guests: Kurt & Marge Young, and the Brown County Carolers Woodworker Tom Tedrowe Nature: Brown County Moonwalkers Mike Kelley, Steve Conard and Jackie Watson Do-It-Yourself Brown County Style: A farcical […]
Hosted by Janice Pierce. First aired Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Brown County icon John Franz reminisces on his long career as Nashville’s resident busker. Interview by Susan W Showalter. Walking With Nature by Kaylee Witt with Ross Britton & Vicki Miretski – […]
Hosted by Lee Edgren And Keith Kelly. First aired Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: Indiana folklorist, musician and long-time Brown County resident Jon Kay, interview by Pam Raider & Susan Showalter John Mills, potter and bee enthusiast, accompanied by Tony Gaudin, interview […]
Hosted by the BCH Crew. First aired Saturday, June 18, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: History Segment with Julia Pearson and the Historical Players: Pete Sebert and Larry Taylor Steve Miller returns with another story, this time about his grandfather, artist Dale Bessire Bruce Clegg […]
Hosted by Keith Kelly. First aired Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB. ☆ In this episode of the Brown County Hour: The acoustic music of Deborah and Jonathan Hutchison (interview by Rick Fettig) Native American activists Kevin and Jeannine Johnson discuss living in harmony on the Earth (interview by Susan Showalter) Julia Pearson […]
Episode #4 of the Brown County Hour, first aired Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 5 PM on WFHB.
Episode #3 of the Brown County Hour, first aired Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 5 PM on WFHB.
Episode #2 of the Brown County Hour, first aired Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 5 PM on WFHB.
The debut episode of the Brown County Hour, first aired Saturday, July 24, 2010 at 12 noon on WFHB.
