Oct. 12, 2025 pt. 1: tribute to John Prentice

Disclaimer: This show isn't for everyone. It's a raw and emotional reaction to finding out that a dear friend is no longer with us. It's unlike any episode I would generally put out, but important enough to be honest and real about. Listener discretion is advised. 

John Prentice was a longtime volunteer at UMFM, hosting Planet Mainstage for many years, and Folkus and The World Beat Show prior to that. He's been active in the film and television industries and has lent his passion and support to just about every arts and culture endeavour in town. He was a volunteer at the Winnipeg Folk Festival for most of its 50 years and a regular supporter and attendee of other festivals. 

John was also a dear friend and someone I respected, admired, and looked up to for around 35 years.

Every song played on this episode was pulled from his playlists between 2005 and 2010. I'll continue going through those and put together a proper tribute later, but this was important enough to do in the moment, despite how difficult it was.

Great thanks to Nicole for helping me get through. Love and condolences go out to John's wife Lynn, his family, and countless friends. 

playlist: https://wp.me/p1lizT-hlH