WNYC, New York Public Radio, brings you Soundcheck, the arts and culture program hosted by John Schaefer, who engages guests and listeners in lively, inquisitive conversations with established and rising figures in New York City's creative arts scene. Guests come from all disciplines, including pop, indie rock, jazz, urban, world and classical music, technology, cultural affairs, TV and film. Recent episodes have included features on Michael Jackson,Crosby Stills & Nash, the Assad Brothers, Rackett, The Replacements, and James Brown.
Soundcheck
Claim This Podcastby WNYC Studios
4.5(149 reviews)
330 episodes
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YouTube93
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WNYC, New York Public Radio, brings you Soundcheck, the arts and culture program hosted by John Schaefer, who engages guests and listeners in lively, inquisitive conversations with established and rising figures in New York City's creative arts scene. Guests come from all disciplines, including pop, indie rock, jazz, urban, world and classical music, technology, cultural affairs, TV and film. Recent episodes have included features on Michael Jackson,Crosby Stills & Nash, the Assad Brothers, Rackett, The Replacements, and James Brown.
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Publishing Since
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Recent Episodes
July 2, 2026
Guitarist Marisa Anderson Studies UnAmerican Folk Music, In-Studio
Guitarist Marisa Anderson explores microtonality and folk music traditions in an in-studio performance for Soundcheck.
June 29, 2026
Pianist and Story Collector Lara Downes Celebrates America @250, In-Studio
Pianist Lara Downes shares her multimedia "The Declaration Project" and "Hold These Truths" album, celebrating America @250 with in-studio performances and collected stories.
June 27, 2026
Best of Soundcheck: Tank and the Bangas, Rodney Crowell
Host John Doe interviews acclaimed musicians Tank and the Bangas and Rodney Crowell, sharing their most memorable live performances and insights.
330 total episodes available with 174 transcripts
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