Marty's Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Square dance callers and leaders share stories that will be sure to entertain you. It is easy to enjoy hearing the behind the scenes life of your favorite dance leaders. It is free and certainly fills the void while we are not able to dance. Stay well. Marty
Getting to know Hunter was fun. I am sure you will enjoy his stories of his family. Pay close attention to the one concerning his mother. No more clues, you will have to listen to find out the rest.
Rick Hampton from central California owns several record labels. Rick would love to call for your club.
Listen to Rick's ideas about the Callerlab SSD program. You may be surprised what he thinks. Yeah or Nay?
Please forward this podcast to your square dance friends.
Happy listening,
Marty Northru
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The National Square Dance Committee has gone "whole hog, all in" to make sure that you will enjoy the 71st. National Square Dance convention. Carolyn and John Cook share some very funny stories from their stellar square dance career.
Show your appreciation by registering for the NSDC. The most wanted hotels are filling fast, so do not delay. Register today. Please let John know you heard the podcast and could not resist the temptation of attending the 71st NSDC,
Please share this link with all of your square dance friends.
Marty
Dick Otis from Virginia shares his history and his predictions for the future of square dancing.
Enjoy and share with at least 200 of your closest square dance friends.
Thanks,
Marty
Mike Seastrom shares his insights for the future of square dancing. This episode is a must listen.
Jeremy Butler shares a favorite activity that he does when he is not calling. Jeremy graciously granted me an interview at the 70th National Square Dance Convention in Jackson, MS.
What a close knit family callers are with one another. Listen as Jeremy explains how true this statement is. Enjoy and share with your friends.
More podcasts were promised at the national. I cannot wait to record the up and coming sessions.
Stay dancing,
Marty
Glinda & Dan Torvik highlight some of the special events for the upcoming 70th National Square Dance Convention in Jackson, MS. To register search 70th National Square Dance Convention. See you there!!!
Tom and Bill share stories of being on the road. Please listen to the end of this podcast. It will become totally clear why they are great friends.
Share this with your friends and family. Be safe, Marty
Bill Harrison brings his many years of calling experience to light during this podcast. As a Callerlab Board of Governors member, Bill shares ideas and insight on how to restart square dancing.
Pass it along.
Bo Bierley flips interview as host and interviews Marty Northrup.
Listen to Marty and Bo compare how they started calling and their vision for the future.
Wes Dyer is almost as famous as the other Kentucky Colonel. He has had a nickname for many years. Listen to find out what it is?
Thanks for your support and please spread the message that I am back podcasting.
As always I am open to suggestions from you for topics of interest to square dancers. You have my email.
Marty
You need to listen to Shane's no nonsense view on how to bring fun back into square dancing. When you see Shane check to see if he is wearing Blue Suede Shoes.
Larada Horner-Miller was asked to write the authorized biography of Marshall Flippo.
Listen, relax, and enjoy.
Jerry Junck tells a few stories about his dear friend, Marshall Flippo. Listen to the end to hear Jerry's optimistic view of what the future holds for square dancing.
Mike shares his vision of hope that square dancing will come back in the near future. Who influenced Mike early on? You will need to listen and find out. Do you know what Mike is doing to keep busy during his down time? Once again, listen and find out.
To contact Mike go to AZCaller@gmail.com. I think that was right. Going from memory.
Will the real Ted Lizotte please stand up? This is the correct interview with Ted Lizotte.
As owner and producer of Throw Back Tunes, Ted uses some of the most up to date music for square dancing anywhere. If you have not attended a Ted Lizotte dance, I urge you to do so.
Marty
Get to know Betsy and Roy Gotta in this two on one interview. Wait a minute, did that give them an advantage? Listen and see.
Spread the word.
Marty
If one thing Tony O is known for is showmanship. It is apparent here that he knows how to entertain an audience. This podcast is no exception.
Wade stated that he has tried to keep his personal life separate from his square dance career. In a momentary lapse of this self-imposed rules, Wade entertains us with some wonderful stories. A serious moment near the end he ties his family to the front lines of the terrible virus that we are facing. Stay home, stay strong, and we will get through this.
Enjoy this break from our hard times!!
Marty
Ken Ritucci, Callerlab Chairman of the Board, will entertain you. Be sure to listen all the way for a couple of great stories. You will hear where in the world Ken has traveled. It may "Floor You" it. You will get this reference once you hear the podcast. Stay safe, Marty
John Flippo shares stories of Marshall Flippo. John tells about "Flip's" early days and about his love of square dancing. Enjoy!!
Tom Miller shares some behind the scenes stories. Your sides will ache from the laughter. In a few serious moments, Tom urges us all to bring back the fun!!
Enjoy,
Marty
Lilith shares so much that it is impossible to list. A picture-perfect role model of a very busy educator, mother, and square dance partner.
It was a real honor and pleasure to spend nearly an hour in this one on one interview. Priceless.
Two of North Carolina's premier callers will entertain you from the caller's lounge. A surprise participant happens to walk in during the conversation. Not knowing we were recording, it was amazing that we were indirectly talking about her. Listen to Mrs. Kennedy briefly adds a new dimension to the podcast!!!
What could be better than attending a dance with either Gary Shoemake or Ken Bower? How about a podcast with them together!! There are no words that can prepare you for the obvious chemistry between these two calling superstars. Hold on and enjoy this rare opportunity to hear their perspective on square dancing today and stories of the past. This podcast was done at the 68th National Square Dance Convention in Atlanta, GA.
Thank you Gary and Ken.
If you do not hear the passion in Jerry Story's voice as he talks about dancer retention and recruitment, you should really listen to the podcast again.
Jerry Story graciously gave of his time at the National Square Dance Convention in Atlanta.
Thank you, Jerry.
Steve Kopman shares some exciting news relating to his family and several other topics are covered. See a side of Steve that is rarely seen.
Stay to the very end for incredible updates.
Special thank you to Elmer Shieffield and ESP records for granting me permission to feature the opening singing call clip of Steve and his daughter Amanda.
Enjoy and check your email for future podcast launches.
Marty Northrup, Host of Our Dance