FOLK SONGS & STORIES
Folk Songs & Stories shares the heart of indie Celtic and folk music. Host Marc Gunn uncovers the stories behind songs and offers tips for sustainable living—perfect for fans of authentic, grassroots tales. All songs are used with permission of the artists and copyright holders.
Episodes
What happens when a kitty passes from this life to the next? It’s filled with milk and catnip and all the luxuries a cat could possibly enjoy. Hear the story of “Catnipping Green” as we celebrate 20 years of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #302
0:34 - Marc Gunn “Fiddler’s Green” from Irish Drinking Son...
Can cats become zombies, outside of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary? Apparently, it happens in songs too. I’ll share the story behind “Furagone’s Wake” and another Cat Lovers Podcast episode. We’re celebrating the 20 year anniversary of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #301
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We’re celebrating the 20 year anniversary of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. I’ll share a story about “When Kitty Eyes Are Smiling”. You’ll find out how about how my first Kickstarter did 4 years before Kickstarter existed. Plus, you’ll enjoy rockin 'traditional music from High Octane out of France.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #300
2025 is the 20 year anniversary of the release of Irish Drinking Songs for Cat Lovers. We’re resharing the Cat Lovers Podcast along with stories about the song that launched that album, “Wild Kitty”. You’ll also enjoy the music of Jesse Ferguson in this week’s show.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #299
WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES<...
The Celtic Spring Challenge is underway. I will tell you all about it. I’m heading back to Texas for Sherwood Forest Faire. Buy local and buy sustainable.
Music from Tami Curtis, Sassenach, Charlie O’Brien, Toby Bresnahan, Brobdingnagian Bards, plus Screeched Inn with yours truly.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #298
0:39 - Tami Curtis "Keep Our Fire Burning" from Cavort
4:43 - WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES
St Patrick’s Day is a week away. Listen to a fun concert of St Patrick’s Day music. Irish songs with my own unique twist.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #297
WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES
I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Celtic and Folk musician and also host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, an hour-lon...
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. So it’s time to definitively answer the old question. Is it Saint Paddy‘s day or Saint Patty‘s day? Plus, I’ll give you 17 amazing Celtic bands that you should listen to for St. Patrick’s Day. Music from Socks in the Frying Pan, Marc Gunn & Jesse Ferguson, and Blackwillow Starling.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #296
0:25 - Socks in the Frying Pan "Ireland's Struggle" from Waiting for Inspiration
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Today, you’ll learn about 17 things you can see and do in Wicklow, Ireland. Plus you’ll hear music from Eimear Arkins, The Ciderhouse Rebellion and Kyle Carey.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #295
0:14 - Eimear Arkins "Téir Abhaile Riú (Song)" from Here & There
3:47 - WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES
I am Marc Gunn. I’m a ...
Today, you’ll learn about 17 things to see and do in Wexford, Ireland. Just in time for my Celtic Invasion of Wexford that happens in June. I share one of the best ways to make effective climate change happen along with an easy personal change. And you’ll hear music from Kinnfolk, Tarren, and Erin Ruth.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #294
Today, I’m talking about… 9 Celtic Folk bands you want to watch in 2025. We also talk about simple actions we can take to combat climate change and improve our local community.
This is Folk Songs & Stories #293
0:17 - WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES
I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Celtic and Folk musician and host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you’re new to the show, please subscribe. You can do that PubSong.com or Just send an ema...
Here's a holiday gift. It’s a live concert from Dragon Con 2024.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #292
0:09 - Marc Gunn & Mikey Mason “Hero of Christmas” from Browncoat Christmas
2:26 - WELCOME TO PUB SONGS & STORIES
I am Marc Gunn. I’m a Celtic and Folk musician and host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. If you’re new to the show, please subscribe. You can do that PubSong.com or Just send me an email to follow@celtfather.
Today, I’m...
Can album pins save the music business? I’ll tell you what they’re all about, why all musicians should be selling them, and how to get started with them.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #291
0:13 - Marc Gunn “Blink” from Come Adventure With Me
- Listen to #277 Blink to learn more about the song
- Listen to In the Verse #2.1 Blink for more about the song
So you want to go to the Isle of Man? Can you spend a full week there and find enough to do? I’ll share with you 17 things you will enjoy on the Isle of Man. Plus, you’ll get some music from Ruth Keggin & Rachel Hair.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #290
0:14 - Marc Gunn “By Amazing Grace” from Come Adventure With Me
4:22 - WELCOME ...
Is there an Irish birthday song? There is now. It’s by Marc Gunn with the song “Happy Birthday From Ireland”.
Cedric of the Bedlam Bards hypnotizes with wit and charm. Then he shares how laughter is the best medicine, especially with something called Laughter Yoga.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #289
0:21 - Marc Gunn with Rimbo “My Love Is Like A Red Red Rose” from Soul of Harper and The Secret World of Celtic Rock
2:56 - WELCOME TO P...
True love lost at sea. I share the story behind “Buttercup’s Lament” inspired by Princess Bride.
You'll learn why you should watch out for wild boar in Italy, see what happens when a juggler's props don't arrive, and learn about the most-beautiful place in Europe. Hear a story about biking across Italy. I interviewed jugglers Paolo Garbanzo and Carl Asch about their Ren Adventures.
Plus, enjoy music from Scottish folk singer Ed Mil...
Have you ever read Lord of the Rings and noticed that each time the hobbits meet a new race along the road, it’s the OLDEST RACE EVER?! I wrote a song about that bragging.
There are a lot of famous male composers in history. Apryl Knight will introduce you to some of the incredible female composers that you may not have heard of.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #287
0:21 - Marc Gunn “The Lady of Setliff Manor” from Soul of Harper
2:41 ...
The modern image of the leprechaun is very different from the leprechaun of Irish legends. But times change and not everyone adapts as easily. That doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate both the new and the old as we explore the origins of my song “The Leprechaun.”
Ever dream of building your own castle and starting your own Renaissance festival? Dreams can come true. They did for George Appling of Sherwood Forest Faire.
This is Pub ...
Vince Conaway shares his top 3 places to see in Italy along with some travel tips, and stories of busking in Italy. Music from Vince Conaway, Brobdingnagian Bards, and Ironwood. And if you’re going to apologize, make it a good one. That’s what I did when I wrote the song “The Bridge” as an apology. It’s all part of a new series where I talk about my album Soul of a Harper.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #285
0:30 - Marc Gunn “Killiecr...
We’re taking a journey today as I share the story of how I found myself playing Sci Fi Drinking Songs at science fiction conventions around the nation.
This is Pub Songs & Stories #284
0:15 - Marc Gunn and Jesse Ferguson “Molly Malone” from Come Adventure With Me
Pain is hard to deal with. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. You can get through it with maybe a little help from Doctor Who. We talk about my song Redemption.
You can learn all about it today on Pub Songs & Stories #283
0:16 - Marc Gunn “By Amazing Grace” from Come Adventure With Me
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