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Simply Folk

Host Síle Shigley plays a wide selection of traditional and new folk music, including Americana, bluegrass, acoustic blues, Celtic, Nordic and frequent highlights from Wisconsin artists. You’ll also hear the voices of Jeff Durkee and Steve Gotcher, who share their folk music talents as rotating hosts.

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Music archives are limited by law to a two week life and must include a synchronized playlist. Archived shows are usually available by noon of the Monday following the Sunday broadcast.

Latest Episodes

  • St. Patrick’s Day & Rainy Blues

    Join Steve Gotcher this week for Irish gems from Karan Casey and Oisín Leech, some rainy blues, inspiration from Brandi Carlile and more!

    St. Patrick’s Day & Rainy Blues
  • March Request Show!

    It’s your turn to shine – tune in Sunday for a full evening of listener requests!

    March Request Show!
  • Welcome, March!

    This week we welcome March with music for spring celebrations including St. Patrick’s Day and the Kurdish festival of Nowruz, along with plenty of new releases to round out the evening.

    Welcome, March!
  • An Evening of Americana & Blues with Jeff Durkee

    This week Jeff Durkee brings you an eclectic mix of the best in folk, Americana and blues!

    An Evening of Americana & Blues with Jeff Durkee
  • A February Folk Feast with Steve Gotcher

    Join Steve Gotcher this week for a feast of the best in folk music, including favorites from the Wailin’ Jennys, a 1977 release from Brazilian composer Egberto Gismondi and some sweet harmonies from I’m With Her.

    A February Folk Feast with Steve Gotcher

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