World Cafe Words and Music Podcast
NPR
WXPN's live performance and interview program featuring music and conversation from a variety of important musicians
Episodes
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Dec 25, 2025 • 35min
Happy holidays from Old Crow Medicine Show
The Americana band join us to talk about their first-ever holiday album, OCMS Xmas.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 24, 2025 • 20min
Jake Shimabukuro rings in the holidays with 'Tis The Season'
The Hawaiian ukulele marvel is joined by Yo-Yo Ma and Michael McDonald on his new holiday album, Tis The Season.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 23, 2025 • 18min
Cut Copy on their latest album, 'Moments'
The Australian synth-pop band decamped to scenic Byron Bay to record their latest album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 22, 2025 • 53min
Kathleen Edwards on her latest album, 'Billionaire'
The Canadian singer-songwriter talks about working with Jason Isbell, plus Edwards performs songs from Billionaire live.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 18, 2025 • 19min
Saint Etienne go out with a big party on 'International'
The English pop band says their latest album will be their last.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 17, 2025 • 14min
Acadiana Music Showcase: Leyla McCalla & Louis Michot
The Louisiana musicians team up for a set that includes a Haitian folk classic.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 15, 2025 • 9min
Celebrating 50 years of Parliament's 'Mothership Connection'
The American funk band, led by George Clinton, made more than just music — they had a revolutionary vision including stage performance, art and more.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 12, 2025 • 34min
How Jeff Tweedy's sons gave 'Twilight Override' an extra layer of trust
The making of Tweedy's massive triple album was a family affair, with his sons providing percussion, vocals and synthesizer work to the record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 10, 2025 • 15min
Tune in to a mini-concert with Amy Millan
The Canadian indie rock musician performs music from her latest album, I Went to Find You.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Dec 9, 2025 • 38min
How living 'by the signs' led S.G. Goodman to her latest album
The Kentucky-born musician's latest album, Planting by the Signs, ruminates on the Appalachian traditions she grew up with.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
