Shaped by Sound
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<p>NC musical artists share the stories behind their songs in an intimate conversation with host James Mieczkowski. They discuss their creative journey and process, plus what makes the North Carolina music scene so special. The podcast and accompanying studio performances are filmed at PBS North Carolina’s studios in Research Triangle Park.</p><p></p><p>Made possible through support from Come Hear NC, a program of the N.C. Music Office within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.</p>
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2/3/2025
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- What is Shaped by Sound?
<p>NC musical artists share the stories behind their songs in an intimate conversation with host James Mieczkowski. They discuss their creative journey and process, plus what makes the North Carolina music scene so special. The podcast and accompanying studio performances are filmed at PBS North Carolina’s studios in Research Triangle Park.</p><p></p><p>Made possible through support from Come Hear NC, a program of the N.C. Music Office within the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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