Scene Mom Says: Media Wars - Public Broadcasting and Voice of America

2025-05-08

Time: ~35 min. It’s Episode 57! This week is a mix of cool indie tunes (shoutout to Kongos and a bunch of others!), music news, we continue my series on planning a show announcement in the marketing tip, and a really moving story about a violin made by a prisoner during WWII. Plus, a quick reminder to support your favorite artists by buying their music and merch, and a heads-up about a sale in the Scene Mom Says shop. As always, good music and some thought-provoking stuff! LINKS: SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER! Get your merch! Thank you ...

Time: ~35 min.

It’s Episode 57! This week is a mix of cool indie tunes (shoutout to Kongos and a bunch of others!), music news, we continue my series on planning a show announcement in the marketing tip, and a really moving story about a violin made by a prisoner during WWII. Plus, a quick reminder to support your favorite artists by buying their music and merch, and a heads-up about a sale in the Scene Mom Says shop. As always, good music and some thought-provoking stuff!

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Get your merch! Thank you for supporting the show and indie artists

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MUSIC:

Kongos - Hey I Don't Know

Rachael Plays Guitar - Silly Thoughts

Morgan Alyse - Misty Mountains

Dorsten - Tangerine