Episodes
Finding His Solo Voice: A Chat with Tanner Lee Gray
Finding Your Voice: Tanner Lee Gray's Journey Through Music on Curious Goldfish In this episode of the 'Curious Goldfish' podcast, hosted by Jason English, we delve into the life and musical journey of Tanner Lee Gray. Recognizable as a member of the rising band Certainly So, Tanner shares candid insights on balancing band life with his solo caree...
Music as a Balm: A Chat With Sammi Accola Who is Finding Freedom in the Certainty of the Unknown
Journey of Faith and Music with Sammi Accola: Healing Through Song In this episode of 'Curious Goldfish,' host Jason English talks with Nashville-based singer-songwriter Sammi Accola. They delve into Sammi's personal journey of faith, her work with Thistle Farms, and how these experiences have influenced her songwriting. Sammi, who describes her m...
He's a Rockstar Priest: A Chat With John Francis O'Mara
Exploring 'Forbidden Hymns' with John Francis O'Mara: A Journey of Faith and Music | Curious Goldfish Podcast In this episode of Curious Goldfish, host Jason English sits down with John Francis O'Mara, an ordained Episcopalian priest with a Master of Divinity from Princeton University and a background in rock and roll. Fresh off the release of his...
A Chat With Lily Vakili: Assuming Competence & Embracing Change
Lily Vakili on Resilience, Music, and Life's Journeys | Curious Goldfish Podcast In this episode of the Curious Goldfish podcast, host Jason English sits down with musician Lily Vakili to explore themes of resilience, change, and the nature of existence. Vakili shares the inspiration behind her album 'Oceans of Kansas,' which was sparked by a visi...
Exploring Midlife & Music: A Chat with Matthew Perryman Jones
Exploring Midlife and Music with Matthew Perryman Jones | Curious Goldfish Podcast Join Jason English on the Curious Goldfish Podcast as he sits down with singer-songwriter Matthew Perryman Jones on a random back porch in Nashville. In this episode, they discuss the essence of midlife, uncovering hidden parts of oneself, and approaching life with ...
A Chat with The Band Loula: Swamp Grass Sound is Here to Stay
The Band Loula on Faith, Friendship, and Music: An In-Depth Chat In this episode of Curious Goldfish, host Jason English interviews Logan Simmons and Malachi Mills of The Band Loula. They discuss the band's origins, their unique sound called 'swamp grass,' and their North Georgia roots. The conversation delves into their friendship, faith journeys...
Jack Barksdale: "The Willing Kind," Live from 30A Songwriters Festival January 2025
@JackBarksdale , a young and rising musician from Fort Worth, Texas, performs an original Song "The Willing Kind," at the 30A Songwriters Festival in January 2025. 🎙️ Welcome to Curious Goldfish! Curious Goldfish is a podcast community where music and curiosity come together through meaningful conversations with the music makers of our world. Hos...
Is There Anything He Can't Do? A Chat with Hall of Fame Songwriter Marcus Hummon
Creative Renaissance: Marcus Hummon's Artistic Journey & Emily Dickinson Collaboration In this episode of the Curious Goldfish podcast, host Jason English engages in an enlightening conversation with Hall of Fame songwriter Marcus Hummon. Known for iconic country hits like 'Bless the Broken Road' (@RascalFlatts 'Cowboy Take Me Away,' (@TheChicks )...
A Chat with Great Lake Swimmers: 20 Years In, They're Not Just Surviving
Tony Dekker of Great Lake Swimmers Talks New Album, Songwriting, and Life on Tour | Curious Goldfish In this episode of Curious Goldfish, host Jason English sits down with Tony Dekker of Great Lake Swimmers to discuss the band's ninth album, Caught Light. Tony shares insights into the instinctive songwriting process, the unique recording environme...