The Jam with Jonathan Shank

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Tom Hamilton Jun 03, 2025

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This week, Jonathan sits down with Tom Hamilton (Brothers Past, American Babies, Ghost Light, Joe Russo's Almost Dead, Bill Kreutzmann's Billy & the Kids, and Electron).

Jonathan and Tom talk about the Philly Jam scene, jamming with Carlos Santana, and his electronic music influences, among many other fun topics.

Taper's Choice + Mike Greenhaus May 27, 2025

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This week Jonathan sits down with Mike Greenhaus, Editor-in-Chief of Relix magazine, and the members of Taper's Choice, a band of amazing musicians that is pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a jamband.

Benmont Tench May 20, 2025

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This week, Jonathan sits down with the legendary Benmont Tench, founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

Roger Steffens May 13, 2025

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This week, Jonathan sits down with Roger Steffens, the actor, author, lecturer, editor, reggae archivist, photographer, and producer. He and Jonathan talk about his huge reggae archive, including the world's largest collection of Bob Marley material, the music world, and more.

Peter Shaprio + Grahame Lesh May 06, 2025

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This week Jonathan sits down with Peter Shapiro and Grahame Lesh for a deep dive into the jam music scene, Phil Lesh and the Grateful Dead's legacy, and a lot more!

Cory Wong Apr 29, 2025

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In this episode, we find Jonathan in conversation with Cory Wong. They talk about Cory's work with Vulfpeck, his history of playing, creativity, and so much more.

Check out this playlist inspired by Cory's appearance on the show.

Eric Krasno and Dawes Apr 22, 2025

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Welcome back to The Jam! The podcast’s new season premieres with Jonathan talking with acclaimed California rock band Dawes and Grammy winner Eric Krasno, with everyone reflecting on their deep and diverse music influences as well rebuilding their homes, lives, community, and creative spirit after the devastating LA wildfires.

Greyboy Jam: Robert Walter and Karl Denson Nov 12, 2024

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Robert Walter and Karl Denson have been playing together in the Greyboy Allstars since the 1990s. From jazz clubs to jamband afterparties to their careers as sidemen for Roger Waters and The Rolling Stones, they've seen it all. Here, they speak with Jonathan about the early days of the GBAs, learning to play in front of hippie crowds, and how the music brings them back together over and over.

Cosmic Country Jam: Daniel Donato Oct 29, 2024

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Jonathan's guest this week is up and coming phenom Daniel Donato. Daniel has been gigging since he was a young man busking on Broadway in Nashville, putting in the hours playing night after night at famed honky tonk Robert's. Listen to Daniel and Jonathan chat about country, the Grateful Dead, funk, and how he blends it all into a special brew he calls "Cosmic Country."

Karina Jam: Karina Rykman Oct 22, 2024

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Jonathan is joined by Karina Rykman this week! Karina talks about coming up in the NYC music scene, making her latest album with Trey Anastasio, her favorite bass players, and so much more!

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