Crafty Rogues

What a load of Moloney's!

It is the last Crafty Rogues episode for a while, so it felt appropriate to visit a place with a new beginning.  What was once Irish on Grand, is now Moloney's Irish Imports on Grand Avenue in St Paul.  Prior to officially opening, the conversation with new owners, Emma and James covered everything you need to know about opening a new business.  They also have great taste in music!  Check them out after you listen to their story here.  It will motivate you to head east to St Paul!  

Orchestrating with guster!

Mark Smith has been playing music since he was a wee lad in St Paul.  Now he is in bands and orchestras!  Many strings to his bows and he shares some stories that have lead him to great venues and playing with great artists over the years.  Merged with a couple of solid tune choices, grab a craft beer and enjoy!

Clueless to be kind.

Steve Brown, lead singer with rock legends, Johnny Clueless, visited the Crafty Rogues emporium to share stories of rock n' roll, spiritual experiences and kindness.  He still finds time to write songs, co-host a podcast called "The Kindness Chronicles" and work as well!  How does he do it?  Listen and find out.  The tunes he picked are pretty stellar too.  Maybe he does have a clue...

Shelagh take a bow...

Shelagh Geraghty Mullen showed up this week with a beautiful fresh loaf of sourdough and a batch of stories and yarns that would warm the coldest heart.  From graphic design to cooking for friends to taking visitors to Ireland to all the cool places, Shelagh has taken it all in and is now ready to spill the beans.  Feast on that.

Monaster...Voice!

On the road again this week to DT Minneapolis and into O'Donvovan's Irish pub to chat with the force that is Dermot Cowley.  From the village of Monasterboice in Co. Louth to the mean streets of NYC to the even meaner boulevards of Minneapolis, Dermot has been bobbing and weaving his way through life in the world of hospitality.  He also has a strong sense of connection to the homeland and this all adds up to a great chat.  Stick the kettle on or pour yourself a strong one.  This one is a keeper...