World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

WXPN's live performance and interview program featuring music and conversation from a variety of important musicians

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June 16, 2025 17 mins
In his new book, World Cafe correspondent John Morrison digs into how the Philadelphia group updated the old-school R&B vocal group archetype for the hip-hop generation.

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The Los Angeles-based musician performs songs from her latest album, Erotica Veronica.

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The singer-songwriter went viral in 2024 with her queer ballad, "Sailor Song." Her debut album, At The Beach, In Every Life, builds a world beyond her hit.

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The North Carolina singer-songwriter joins us to talk about her debut album, Florilegium.

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The Drive-By Truckers co-founder talks about his latest solo album, Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams.

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The Texas singer-songwriter reflects on reconnecting with his musical spirit after losing his teenage son.

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Musician and climate activist Tamara Lindeman talks about the Canadian folk band's latest record, Humanhood.

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The singer-songwriter talks about her latest record, Earthstar Mountain.

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May 22, 2025 12 mins
Led by the late Christopher Stafford, this Cajun band became a staple of the Lafayette music scene.

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World Cafe correspondent John Morrison digs into the U.K. artist's Angels With Dirty Faces.

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Both raised in the South, the duo tapped into a familiar sound for Send a Prayer My Way.

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Booker examines racism, gun violence and the dark side of human nature on his first album in eight years.

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The songwriter talks about writing chart-toppers for stars like Sabrina Carpenter, plus releasing her own, self-titled album.

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For his experimental jazz album, Cline teamed up with saxophonist Ingrid Laubrock, drummer Tom Rainey and double-bassist Chris Lightcap.

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The mandolin sensation talks about releasing her first independent record, plus an in-studio performance.

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The producer and multi-instrumentalist's latest record explores hip hop and jazz in Brazil.

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The Polish rock band talks about their latest project, Mourners.

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The Chicago singer-songwriter performs songs from his latest album, Return To Zero.

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The English musician talks about making her latest album, Patterns in Repeat.

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Plus, the Virigina trio perform songs from their latest record.

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