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Hear Ye, Hear Ye is a Texas-Style Renaissance Podcast featuring exclusive interviews with staff, vendors, and actors.
Scottish and Irish folk songs combined with the Lord of the Rings music and a wee bit o’Celtic fun. The Brobdingnagian Bards (pronounced brob-din-nahg-EE-en) were The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo from Austin, Texas. Their unique brand of folk music on the autoharp, recorder, and mandolin made them one of the most-popular Celtic music groups online where they continue to give away thousands of free Celtic MP3 downloads daily. From 1999 to 2008, the Brobdingnagian Bards performed coas ...
The King speaks Wit our new Assistant Marketing Director Cathryn Yarbrough and and the new horticulturalist, Cheyenne Griffin. They share their plans to bring new vision to TRF and help bring it into its 50th year. The King Huzzah!By The King
Everyone is talking about AI with sites like ChatGPT, Midjourney, and DALL-E. What does the future hold? We may be just musicians but we started CompuBards, a musical computer repair business, because Andrew knows a lot about computers and has a curious mind. Marc knows a lot about marketing and follows trends. We’re gonna share our take on artific…
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The Edwards; Reaping What was Sown at TRF, Father to son.
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The King speaks with Judge and Christine about being a food vendor at TRF. Mr Edwards brought Coach's Catering came to TRF nearly 5 decades ago, today his son, Judge, continues growing his families' legacy into the 21st century.By TRF KIng
Do groundhogs taste better than than those that do not? We talk a wee bit bit about the movie. We also dig deep into the "Do Virgins Taste Better Medley". We can't help but compare what is funny now versus what used to be funny. It’s all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #74 THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissa…
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Rhonni and Phil: Caught doing a Good Job, again!
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The King speaks with Rhonni and Perry vendors at TRF. Phil and Rhonni worked across the country designing, building booths for other folks until they started their own business and designed and built own their booths and businesses. Throughout it all, their dedication and diligence has consistently brought notice for the excellent job they do, in w…
Christmas time in Texas is a very different experience from traditional motifs. Perhaps you too can relate to some of these things. We talk about the song from our Christmas EP. It’s all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #73 THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditional Irish and Scot…
What are your Top 5 Brobdingnagian Bards songs that you play during your Dunegons & Dragons Campaign? We conducted a ranked-choice voting poll. We also discuss Andrew’s new CD, The Irish Bard. It’s all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #72. THANK YOU NAGIANS! Brobdingnagian Bards are The Original Celtic Renaissance music duo. They take traditiona…
Today the King speaks with the owner of HAAK Winery, the official wine sponsor of the Texas Renaissance Festival. Kyle shares his history and how he got into wine making. He also shares secrets and techniques in wine production. You will also discover how to enjoy a wine tasting at Odin's Table located near TRF's lake and Arena.…
It’s a modern fairy tale based on a great book by Robert Munsch. The Paperbag Princess turns the classic knight saves the princess story on its end. Find out how the song was written on the next Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #71. WELCOME List of Banned Books from Secret Society of Books Find out more about Dragon Con when you become a Patron. What s…
We're taking a flashback look and listen to A Fairy Story" on this new episode of the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast show #70. Is this song still PC? WELCOME Dragon Con New merch Marc’s New Kickstarter for Come Adventure With Me What song would you like to hear us talk about? UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee: SEP 1-5: Dragon Con, Atlanta, GA SEP 10-11 She…
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Camping at TRF's Fields of New Market 2022
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The King speaks with the Manager of the Fields of New Market, Travis Higginbotham and his Assistant Manager Rachael Weber. They share all the information you will need to make reservations and camp at, the Fields of New Market, the Texas Renaissance Festival's official campground. They go over a variety of camping options offered, as well as all th…
Seven sisters turn to stone in solidarity for true love. It’s a new song in the works on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #69. BARDIC CHAT CIRCLE Discussion of Album Pins Gen Con confirmed Andrew’s New CD Evening at Bree New Lord of the Rings Series UPCOMING SHOWS Andrew McKee, The Irish Bard AUG 4-7: Gen Con, Indianapolis, IN SEP 1-5: Dragon Con, …
The King is joined by Box Office Manager, Tegan Dunnican, who informs us all about everything - Tickets! You will find out the in and outs of acquiring your tickets to the Texas Renaissance Festival. She also shares tips on how you can save money on your tickets. There are some special ticket offers for our Teachers, Military and First Responders, …
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Rising up from the Ashes, meet Matt and Andree Basse
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The King meets with Matt and Andree Basse to discuss how they became part of the Texas Renaissance Festival. How one visit set Matt on the path to managing and eventually owning two major food areas at TRF. She shares how he and Andree met, married and made two families one. They attribute their success to there family, friends, and one big beast o…
We were considering what songs we should include on our next album, Another Faire to Remember. Our most-popular songs are our originals. In this show, we brainstorm ideas for two new songs that we will write and share with you over the next few months. Another Faire to Remember continues our celebration of Renaissance festivals much like our hit CD…
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TRF's Travelling Queen Rocks, Spikes, Fights, and MORE
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On this episode, TRF's Queen Quintessence joins the King on, Hear ye, hear ye; A TX-style Renaissance Podcast, to share her story about becoming the Queen of the Texas Renaissance Festival for over two decades. She talks about her beginnings in New Mexico and hw she ended up working around the globe. Mother, athlete, geologist software specialist, …
The King speaks with Thomas Nuendel who has been playing on the Renaissance circuit for nearly three decades. A self proclaimed hired "gun", of the musician sort, Thomas has played throughout the country from Broadway to Texas, his skills are always in demand. Thomas shares his personal story growing up in a musical family singing Christian and fol…
How long is a Brobdingnagian Minute? It's between here aaaaand here... You'll have watch and listen to find out for sure. Get an ETD for Andrew's, not one but two, CDs. Find out why Marc is so happy with his brand new CD. The Brobdingnagian Bards are going back to Sherwood Forest Faire in April. But will Andrew actually be able to make a Bards show…
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Merriment and Marry-ment: Weddings at TRF | Episode 43
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The King is joined by TRF’s wedding and event coordinators, Christina Garcia and Kaylyn Wilson, to talk about proposals, weddings, birthday parties, and all other fun events that take place every weekend of our festival season. This week, we discuss the ins and outs of the entire process for those of you looking to celebrate your special day with u…
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2021 was fun, what's new in 22'| Episode 42
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We’re joined by Lady Darla Smith, our TRF Craft, and Vending Coordinator, as we put a bow on 2021 and get started on our 2022 festival season! Darla shares how new renaissance artists, craftspeople and vendors can get involved at the 2022 Texas Renaissance Festival. In this podcast, the following tales are told by Darla and the King: TRF 2021’s rec…
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A Toast to The Season and Happy Holidays! | Episode 41
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We’re joined by Billy Billy Von Billy, a star performer in our Mud Show, to reflect on another amazing festival season at the Texas Renaissance Festival. Our 48th annual festival was bigger than ever, and we have so many amazing events to recap, people to shoutout, and news to share! In this episode, the following tales are told by Billy and the Ki…
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The Man Behind Museums and Games! | Episode 40
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We’re joined by Tom Godrey, owner of Tomcat Games LLC and manager of our many games and rides at the Texas Renaissance Festival. Tom talks with us about the history he has working with games at TRF, the work that he and his wife dedicate to our Todd Mission volunteer fire department, and the future of games and rides during our current festival sea…
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Slayer's Castle and Secrets from Holly-what! | Episode 39
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We’re joined by George Giordano, owner of Slayer’s Castle and IMDB-credited special effects and stuntman. George talks with us about his many adventures in the film industry, his journey from Hollywood to Texas, and the many props and oddities he delights patrons with every year at TRF. In this episode, the following tales are told by George: Attra…
What does it take to go from a no name band to a “legend”? You probably won’t find out in this episode. But you will hear about the Bards new CD, catch up on how Dragon Con and Gen Con went. Learn about Andrew’s promise to release two new CDs before the end of the year. And why Marc’s calendar is even more full than usual. Best of all, join our Nag…
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American Sign Language (ASL) | Episode 38
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The King interviews the American Sign Language (ASL) organization.By Texas Renaissance Festival
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Oktoberfest and TRF's Themed Weekends | Episode 37
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This week, we’re joined by Alan Ward, Brewmaster and owner of Brigadoon Brewery, and Lauren Croft, assistant to the General Manager of TRF. Alan and Lauren delight us with their personal tales of joining our renaissance festival family as well as give us lots to look forward to when TRF begins on October 9th! In this episode, the following tales ar…
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Artists, Crafters, and Vendors | Episode 36
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This week, we’re joined by our TRF Craft and Vending Coordinator, Darla Smith. Darla tells us about her renaissance journey from Colorado to Texas, her purchase of a rescue elephant, and her exciting news about our upcoming job fair on September 11th. In this episode, the following tales are told: Getting her start in the Colorado Renaissance Festi…
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Putting the Texas in Renaissance Festival: Meet the Imhoffs | Episode 35
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Some songs just get stuck in your head. It can be a joyous experience or torture. Marc Gunn and Andrew McKee explore some of those songs. We also announce the next CD that is coming. We talk about reunion shows and another Bog Off. It's all on the Brobdingnagian Bards Podcast #65. WHAT'S NEW BROBDINGNAGIAN BARDS NEWS * Chipmunk Bog-Off * Songs that…
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La Fiesta, Polonia, The Red Lion, y Mas | Episode 34
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This week on Hear Ye Hear Ye, the King is joined by Ligia Giles and her daughter, Sharon Szpak, owners and operators of the La Fiesta food section, the Red Lion Restaurant, and the Polonia Pub. Ligia and Sharon share with us stories of their humble beginnings and their extraordinary growth during their time with TRF. In this episode, the following …
This week on Hear Ye Hear Ye, the King is joined by Charles Prince, owner of Merchant Prince Inc, who has been involved at TRF for the past 25 years in food and entertainment. Charles comes from a long family history of passionate hospitality and restaurant workers and today he shares about his history with the festival, his variety of offerings, a…
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It's Getting Hot (But Our Tickets Are Hotter) | Episode 32
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This week on Hear Ye Hear Ye, the King is joined by Angela Staha, TRF’s Head Costumer, as they discuss Angela’s journey from the army to TRF, the many challenges of costuming, and Texas Renaissance Festival’s own themed costume contest. In this episode, the following tales are told: Taking the journey from the army to TRF Developing a variety of sk…
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Memorial Day on Crystal Mountain | Episode 31
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This week on Hear Ye Hear Ye, the King is joined by Larry Murley, author, artisan, and American veteran. With the help of his wife, Larry has been able to open Crystal Mountain, a Texas Renaissance Festival booth that sells oils and incense, as well as share his stories from the Vietnam war with the world through his several books. In this episode,…
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Ambassadors, ASL, and All Things Volunteering | Episode 30
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This week on Hear Ye Hear Ye!, the King is joined by Tiffany McArthur, Coordinator of the Ambassador Program, and Brandy Cabe, Ambassador and ASL Volunteer. These two lovely ladies talk about joining our incredible ambassador program and the amazing events they get to be a part of. In this episode, the following tales are told: Changing our marketi…
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A Very Cunning Plan with Bard Coins... or Ducats
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Marc and Andrew catch up with each other in Texas where they performed together at Sherwood Forest Faire. They talk about the faire, masks, and vinyl records. Andrew explains what cryptocurrency is and why it sucks. Plus, start a very cunning plan to release an EP later this year. It's all in show #64. How Sherwood is going Team Moderna Mask wearin…
Marc grills Andrew about what kind of precautions Sherwood Forest Faire is taking during the continued spread of COVID-19. Learn what's new with the Bards. And we pick some fun show titles. Are you missing the visual gags in this episode? Join the Nagians Only Club on Patreon. It's just $5 per month. Your support gives life to a poor, hungry bard. …
