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    The Live Ukulele Podcast

    Join Brad Bordessa, a professional ukulele teacher and performer, for insightful deep-dives, interviews, and fun on The Live ʻUkulele Podcast! In these episodes you’ll explore important uke lessons, hear first-hand stories from the Hawaiʻi music scene, and get to know some of the biggest names in the ukulele community.

    With a background in Hawaiian music, Brad approaches the ukulele from the intuitive side. Through tips and tricks to improve your mentality surrounding music and the philosophy of the ukulele, he provides encouragement and permission to explore this four-stringed instrument in an organic way that works best for you.

    Guests from Hawaiʻi and abroad join in to share heartfelt and insightful off-the-cuff conversations on a huge range of topics.

    Tune in every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month for a new episode and be sure to subscribe.

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    Copyright: © 2024 The Live Ukulele Podcast

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    Latest Episodes:
    Huh? What? My Plan For Not Going Deaf as a Musician Apr 05, 2025
    Show notes

    Working musicians are often around loud sounds. Ukulele players not so much, but it can still have an impact on your hearing. In this episode I discuss some areas that I try to be cautious and provide some tips for saving your hearing.

    • Kingside: https://kingside808.com/
    • Andrew Talks to Awesome People hearing panel: https://www.youtube.com/live/KTJKsskbTxQ?si=sypX1ZYHpx8EA2UV


    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    TLUP Classic: Kelly Hyde Mar 15, 2025
    Show notes

    In this rebroadcast of one of my favorite podcast interviews, I speak to songwriter and baritone uke rhythm whiz, Kelly Hyde.

    • Kelly's site: https://www.kellyhydemusic.com/
    • Kelly's music on Bandcamp: https://kellyhyde.bandcamp.com/

    Plug In ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/plug-in/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Stories About Plugging In + New Uke Ebook Mar 01, 2025
    Show notes

    This episode celebrates the launch of my new ebook, Plug In! It's all about choosing the right gear and getting the settings right so you get the best sound out of your ukulele pickup. I share some stories from my evolution of understanding live sound and some of the best bloopers.

    Learn more about Plug In: https://liveukulele.com/store/plug-in/

    • Hualalai: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1213820/episodes/14563632
    • Point A: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/album/point-a
    • If Only: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/album/if-only
    • Eat You: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/track/eat-you
    • Kingside: https://kingside808.com/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Mim's Inside Scoop on Setups and the Ukulele Business Feb 15, 2025
    Show notes

    This month's guest runs one of the most well-regarded online ukulele shops in the USA. Mim has been a longtime proponent of providing a setup for every instrument sold. In this episode we peek behind the veil of the ukulele selling business and find out why she brings a fret-rocker to NAMM!

    https://mimsukes.com/

    Fretboard Mastery For Uke mini-series: https://liveukulele.com/register/fretboard-mini-series/

    Join my newsletter: https://liveukulele.com/signup/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    When to Give Up on Playing Something Feb 01, 2025
    Show notes

    We often get over-determined to practice and play something. When is a good time to let go? In this episode I try to answer the question: when should I give up on a chord, song, or technique?
    Live Ukulele store: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    Ukulele Story by Herb Ohta, Jr.: https://www.herbohtajr.com/index/merchandise/recordings/ukulele_story.php

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Jamming Under the Influence(r): Jiggy with Viggy Jan 18, 2025
    Show notes

    Victoria aka Jiggy with Viggy joins the podcast for a fun exploration of arranging songs for ukulele, what it's like to be a big deal on social media, and how "Vicky" became "Viggy"!
    Jiggy with Viggy: https://jiggywithviggy.com/
    @jiggywithviggy
    Viggy's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jiggywithviggy
    -Jake Shimabukuro "Eleanor Rigby": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1UM7CXjzXRA
    - James Hill "Viva La Vida": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIsvlEijJk8

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Out With the Old, In With the New - Uke Style! Jan 04, 2025
    Show notes

    Welcome to the first episode of season 6 of the Live Ukulele Podcast! This week I share some updates and dig into the concept of "killing your babies," letting go of things that are holding you back in your music.
    - Changelog: https://liveukulele.com/updates/
    - Baritone learning philosophy: https://liveukulele.com/baritone/learning-philosophy/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    2024: Is it Over Yet? A Live Ukulele Review Oct 19, 2024
    Show notes

    Recap of 2024 and the challenges, successes, and plans for the future.
    - Ways to support: https://liveukulele.com/support/
    - Easy songs database: https://liveukulele.com/songs/easy-ukulele-songs/
    - Workshop replays: https://liveukulele.com/store/#replays
    - Get a Zoom lesson with me: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Digesting my New Single: The Story and Arrangement Behind "Eat You" Oct 05, 2024
    Show notes

    This episode breaks down the meaning and arrangement of my new single, "Eat You." Hear the isolated multitracks and the story behind the humorous message.
    SHARE on FB: "Eat You" music video: https://www.facebook.com/61556463131359/videos/374799105684672
    - NEW Soloing Masterclass: https://liveukulele.com/store/soloing-masterclass/
    - Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    - LISTEN:

    • "Eat You" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/eat-you-feat-hualalai-keohuloa-single/1769103049
    • "Eat You" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1AVFkF1sv658smHtqcEu33
    • "Eat You" on Bandcamp: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/track/eat-you

    Dave Tucciarone: https://www.davetucciarone.com/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

    Kingside: Exploring Ensemble Playing with Brad's Band Sep 21, 2024
    Show notes

    In this episode, Brad is joined in the studio by the members of his band, Kingside: https://kingside808.com/. They talk about the process of creating interesting arrangements, playing as a unit, being selfless as a musician, and much more. A great listen for ukulele players who play or would like to play in a group.
    - Alan Ku: bass @alankuaudio
    - Brad Bordesa: ukulele @bradbordessa
    - Nick Rohfeld: drums @nickrohfeld
    - Ryan "Higgs" Higgins: guitar @higgsofficial
    ---
    Check out my new single, "Eat You"! Please like and share.
    - Music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pljkwN1jIvk OR https://www.facebook.com/61556463131359/videos/374799105684672
    - Bandcamp: https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/track/eat-you
    - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1nxTCt4q8eJ1QVnXQpDeFX
    Register for improvising basics Zoom workshop ($20): https://liveukulele.com/register/9-28-24-workshop/

    Support the show

    Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/
    Support the podcast:

    • Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5
    • Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/
    • Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to buy some gear! https://sweetwater.sjv.io/9WbER0.

    Gear I use to create this podcast: https://liveukulele.com/about/my-gear/#recording
    CREDITS
    - Hosted, produced, edited, and mixed by Brad Bordessa
    - Theme music by Brad Bordessa: "Fallout," "Eat You," and "Sister's Got a Gun" available on https://bradbordessa.bandcamp.com/

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