Cranky it Up!

It’s a folksy, bluesy blend  of music and musings. Indulge in a delicious mix of cool tunes including listeners’ requests.  All served with steaming side orders of cultural commentary and inspiration

And Amy Beth welcomes  James Fearnley, a member of the fantastic band Cranky George, for a creative conversation about inspiration, aspiration and the music biz. And we sample the group’s infectious and unique blues-folk-rock hybrid sound.

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The Big Story

"This is a GREAT show! Its a crazy good flashback to old school free form radio!! Amy Beth is a DJ/host who knows her stuff about music, books, politics, movies etc. Good guests, too. Unpredictable, warm and funny. This is appointment radio at its best!"- Stitcher review 

As we fall into our third season, a cool array of guests will help us weave that intriguing mosaic of voices from the arts, pop culture, personal growth and justice. 

And there's creative inspiration. And the free-form radio magic that just emanates organically- hot topics, music and cultural commentary. And thanks to the 24/7 social media matrix, our conversation is inclusive and never-ending. We ask you to chime in live or anytime that works for you. 

And feel free to use that chime to ring us up about a story or topic that means something to you; something you think other folks would like to learn about and talk about. 

Tell us what's what. Use the #BigStory calling card on Twitter. Or reach out via this blog, Facebook or email at the website. Guest suggestions welcome too. 

Listen when you want: live most Tuesdays & Fridays at noon. And be on the listen for special late afternoon editions on PopNet. Of course the beauty of the on demand deal: you can listen whenever & wherever you want! 

And I'm excited to announce new outlets. Listen via BTR, Stitcher ( portable with the app), Net Now, i-tunes, Tune-in and select shows featured on the new PopNet and the Arts Radio Network! 

All podcasts can also be accessed via our website. 

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big. 

Stay tuned! 

aba 

Summer Hours

Cure for the Summertime Blues? Great music, conversation and lazy days in the sun and sand. With that in mind: you'll hear fewer new editions of The Amy Beth Arkawy Show in July and August. But the shows we do offer will feature wonderful  convos with authors, musicians and other luminaries.

And our Summer Encore Series will revisit some of our favorite conversations and fab music specials. Still hankering to weigh in on the topics of the day? Fret not: we'll serve up a few of our popular coffee klatch editions, taking on the sizzling stories in the news and the crazy pop culture sideshow. Of course the conversation never stops at our 24/7 Twitter feed. So chime in on anything and everything when it's convenient for you @abwrites. Or stop by our website.




And stay tuned for a very busy and exciting Fall season.

What's your story? If you're ready to share it on The MediaBytes award winning show dubbed "an entertaining, empowering tour de force" reach out at the websitte. 

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big.

aba

Spring Awakenings

While Mama Nature clings to her arctic charms, most of us are ready to turn the page on that long, cold lonely winter. Perhaps we can will the seasonal shift with a re-airing of our popular Spring Awakenings Special on Friday, March 27.

And take a peek at who'll be warming up the airwaves this Spring....

March 31: Author Peggy Hanson talks about her mystery novel Deadline Yemen

April 7: Author Lorraine Devon Wilke discusses her comic novel Hysterical Love

April 10: fan favorite Dr. Daniela Schreier  takes on  psychological angles of today's hot justice stories.

April 14: Mystery author Jennifer Vido chats Murder By The Minutes. Plus: Taxing tunes!

April 17: We salute the Rock 'n' Roll hall of Fame Class of 2015 & Wish List for Next Year.

April 21; Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Stephen Kurkjian discusses his true crime book Master Thieves 

April 24: Poetic License: In honor of national Poetry Month we weave a musical mosaic of literary
references.

April 28: Author Kathryn Leigh Scott discusses her novel Jinxed. 

We're still booking for May & June, but here's a sneak peak:

May 1 : Dr. Susan Ball, author Voices From The Band 

*May 13: Meet new folk duo March to May & sample their tunes. * Note Special evening show: 8:30  PM

Got a story to share? We're always looking for authors, filmmakers, theater folks, musicians, social commentators, etc. And if you're a loquacious free thinker who likes to dish TV, movies, hot topics in the news you might be a good fit for an upcoming Coffee Klatch. Be in touch and we'll talk.

It's been great to re-connect with so many 'old' fans and forge partnerships with so many new voices. Your kind words of encouragement. mean so much.

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big.

And stay tuned

aba

The Grateful Bounty 2014

With such a great response to last year's first annual Grateful Bounty, we are getting ready to serve up another cornucopia of delicious holiday treats.  Our next music special  featuring your requests and dedications will air live Friday November 21 and be available thereafter for podcast throughout the Holiday Season-and beyond!

Send your requests-songs do not have to be Thanksgiving tunes ( only a few of those in the pop culture cupboard), but songs that bring you sheer joy, inspiration, grace and gratitude. Sound familiar? It should to anyone who listens regularly and has dipped into the creative well with us on our Inspiration to Action Challenge.

Dedications, affirmations and notes of gratitude are also welcome.

Please send your requests here or at twitter @abwrites Use the #GratefulBounty.

All requests need to be received by Tuesday, November 18, so Trudi, Aurora and the TCS crew can load all the goodies into our Thanksgiving oven.

And  our seasonal celebration continues with Jolly Holidaze 2014, airing in December. So get set to indulge in a  feast of seasonal confections.

I know I have my own grateful bounty to share this year. This show, the enthusiastic response from a loyal and growing audience, and our awards from Media Bytes and Arts Wire, rank among my favorites. So thank you for being part of the success of this little ( not so) under the radar-over-the radio-rainbow experiment.

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big.

aba

June's Croon

Okay, I admit it: if I wasn't imbued with Lucy Ricardo's musical talents I'd be a singer-songwriter. Readers and audiences know that my books and plays come with built-in soundtracks and listeners know that no matter how much I enjoy the talk show host part of my radio gig, my inner DJ has to come out to play. So no surprise I enjoy chatting with musicians. Serendipitously we have a slew on the June schedule. We'll also meet a few intriguing authors, take on hot topics in our free-flow pop culture convo, spur each other along with creative nudges and enjoy some fab music, too.

Take a peek at who's stopping by this month:

June 6: Author & social commentator Daniel Haight discusses social media fall-out from Santa Barbara killings

June 9: New Country artist Morgan Riley unveils her debut single & chats inspiration & influence.

June 13: indie Country star Doug Briney returns with new songs and stories

June 16: Singer-Songwriter Craig Morrison

June 23 Mystery author Steve Shortt

6/27: Eileen Rockefeller discusses her memoir Being A Rockefeller

6/30: International Kickin' Country Two Punch: Irish Country star Pete Kennedy returns & meet Swedish Country artist Hicks

Oh, if you have a story to share or need help telling yours, reach out to The Amy Beth Arkawy Show.

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big.

aba

May Daze

As Spring fever finally sets in we're excited to note our little show continues to garner attention. Along with our Media Bytes award, we have racked up another Top Pick from ArtsWire. We're so delighted our show featuring the wonderful Tony Cointreau, whose moving memoir Ethel Merman, Mother Teresa And Me recounts his remarkable life with humor, compassion and courage, was singled out. Tony is a fab guest and his book is worth the read!

Now, on with the show... Here are our merry May offerings:

May 2: Musician Jerry Boutet talks career, influences and shares his unique sound. 

May 9: Former Rock DJ Jo Maeder ( The Rock 'n' Roll Madam) discusses her moving memoir When I Married My Mother. Plus our Mother's Day send-up. 

May 12: Phil Stanford, Watergate Call Girl author talks new theories surrounding the notorious political scandal. 

May 19: Mystery author Julie Seedorf returns to unveil her latest Granny book. And talks about hunger in America. 

May 30: Musician Ed Roman shares his passionate sounds and talks inspiration. 

And a sneak peek at June: It's Music Month as we introduce several rising singer-songwriters and visit with a pair of fan favorites. You'll also meet a new mystery author! Plus our Summer Song special, featuring listener requests and dedications. Send them in via the website or on Twitter @abwrites #SummerSongs by Friday, 6/13. 

By the way, we're always looking for compelling storytellers. So if you have one to share, reach out to the The Amy Beth Arkawy Show. 

Drive safe. Play nice. Dream big. 

aba