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EP203 Saffire The Uppity Blues Women

Saffire The Uppity Blues Women- A look back at a very unique act consisting of three amazing musicians


EP202 Joe Louis Walker

A performing artist for over 6 decades, Joe Louis Walker is one who is due some recognition.


Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo Ojibwe word of the day is Zagime – “Mosquito”

Today Nanaboozhoo tells the story of the mosquito man. Here are some Ojibwe words and phrases you can learn by listening here.
Zagime – “Mosquito”
Zagimekaa – “There are many mosquitos.”
Niwiiniimoshenh – “My Sweetheart”
Gakina awiya – “Everybody”
Miigwech bizendawiiyeg – “Thank you for listening”
Gigawabamin miinawaa – “I will see you again”


Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo Ojibwe word of the day is “waasamoowidaabaan” or “car”

This week’s useful Ojibwe phrases are good for when you’re driving in your “waasamoowidaabaan” or “car”.

Bekaa – “Slow down”
Weweiibi’ – “Hurry up”
Mishoomis – “Grandpa”
Gi-giiwanaadizi-ina? – “Are you crazy?”
miigwech bizendaawiiyag – “thank you for listening”


Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo Ojibwe Words of the Day: “Miskwaadesi” is Turtle and “Waabooz” is Rabbit

This week on Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo we hear the story of the turtle and the rabbit race. Slow and steady wins the race with a twist at the end from Nanaboozhoo. Here is a list of the Ojibwe words we learn today.
Turtle – “Miskwaadesi”
Rabbit – “Waabooz”
Bear – “Makwa”
Squirrel – “Ajidamoo”
Fox – “Waagosh”
Manoomin – “Wild Rice”


Theatre du Mississippi: And Then There Were None

The cast of Theatre du Mississippi’s production of And Then There Were None stop by.
Original air date: 05/09/22.


Boats & Bluegrass ’21: Kind Country

Tonight on The Live Feed we’re heading back to the Boats and Bluegrass festival to hear from Kind Country. Playing their own blend of cosmic americana, folk and jam grass; the band aims to create a little musical bliss in every performance. Now, stick around to hear Kind Country LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2021 on The Live Feed.
Original air date: 04/29/22.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Boats & Bluegrass ’21: Chicken Wire Empire

Tonight on The Live Feed we’re heading back to the Boats and Bluegrass festival to hear from Wisconsin based band, Chicken Wire Empire. The group started out as a traditional Bluegrass band but over time began to expand into jam band music where they discovered their new sound. They have traveled across the world bringing their energetic and unique sound with them wherever they go. Now, stick around to hear Chicken Wire Empire LIVE from Boats and Bluegrass 2021 on The Live Feed.
Original air date: 04/15/22.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Boats & Bluegrass ’21: Dead Horses

Tonight on The Live Feed we’re heading back to the Boats and Bluegrass festival to hear from folk band, Dead Horses. The Duo from Milwaukee describes themselves as a not a band in a traditional sense but, performs through an intimate and folk-inspired conversation. I’m Katelyn Steuer, kick back and relax as we take you back to the Boats and Bluegrass festival for Dead Horses LIVE, tonight on The Live Feed
Original air date: 04/08/22.
The Sound is written and produced by KQAL 89.5FM on the campus of Winona State University.
The Sound is made possible by a grant from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.


Boozhoo Nanaboozhoo: Word of the Day is June – “Ode’imini-giizis” meaning Strawberry Moon

Nanaboozhoo and Natasha entertain us with Chuck Berry songs and stories from The Land of the Lost to teach us the word of the day. “Ode’imini-giizis” meaning Strawberry Moon, the Ojibwe word for June.


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