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Simply Folk with Sile Shigley

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.

Schedule

NPR News & Music, The Ideas Network, Sundays, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Sile Shigley

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

  • May Request Show

    This month’s request show is packed full of listener favorites! Join in for an eclectic mix of your selections for Mother’s Day, May and more.

    May Request Show
  • Winding Rivers, Winding Trails

    Tune in for an evening of songs celebrating rivers, trails and the great outdoors!

    Winding Rivers, Winding Trails
  • Music for Bealtaine & Spring

    Join in for an evening of sweet songs and tunes to celebrate Bealtaine, May Day and the blossoming spring!

    Music for Bealtaine & Spring
  • Fresh Americana with Jeff Durkee

    This week Jeff Durkee brings you an eclectic mix of the best in folk & Americana, with new music from Ocie Elliot & Katie Powderly, favorites from Greg Brown and […]

    Fresh Americana with Jeff Durkee
  • April Request Show!

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

    April Request Show!

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