Tapping the Flow

Tapping the Flow Podcast | Episode with Jan Pulsford – Synth Legend & Woodbridge Ambient Music Festival FounderThis week on Tapping the Flow, I’m thrilled to chat with the incredible Jan Pulsford, founder of the Woodbridge Ambient Music Festival. 🎶✨We dive into her fascinating journey from playing synths with iconic artists like the Thompson Twins and Cyndi Lauper (with whom she co-wrote and produced), to her latest creative venture, Silent Dinners.Jan shares invaluable industry insights, tips for nurturing your creative flow, and stories from a vibrant life in music. Whether you’re a musician, producer, or creative soul, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical wisdom.Let’s get tapping and flow together! 🎹🌿

Season 3 Premiere: A Long-Awaited Conversation with Garvan Gallagher 🌿🎶
I’m delighted to launch season 3 of Tapping the Flow with a special episode recorded on a sunny May day in 2025, featuring the extraordinary musician Garvan Gallagher.
From collaborations with Irish icon Mary Black to orchestral works with RTÉ Concert Orchestra, and composing over 200 songs for the beloved RTÉ children’s series Bosco, Garvan’s journey is a celebration of music’s power to connect, inspire, and sustain the soul’s journey on this wild, beautiful planet.
Join us as we dive back into the flow—spontaneous, alive, and full of heart.
✨ New episode drops tomorrow at 8 PM on YouTube! [Link in show notes]
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Join me for an unforgettable episode of Tapping the Flow as I sit down with Dublin-born, NYC-seasoned singer-songwriter Mark Geary in the tranquil setting of his garden.This intimate conversation dives deep into the heart of Mark’s songwriting craft, his remarkable journey from the vibrant East Village music scene to his forest cottage in Co. Kildare, and the stories that have shaped his soul-stirring music. Expect humorous anecdotes, reflections on performing, and insights into his creative process that birthed albums like Ghosts (named 2005 Album of the Year by Irish Voice) and his latest, In The Time Of Locusts (2024). With a career spanning six studio albums, global tours, and performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center, Mark’s tales are as captivating as his melodies. Tune in for a blend of wit, wisdom, and musical magic!

This week, I sit down with legendary Irish musician, guitarist, songwriter, singer, and radio host, Fiachna Ó Braonáin—a true gem of a person. From touring the world with Hothouse Flowers to crafting iconic songs like Ghosts and Don’t Go, Fiachna opens up about his journey through the Gaelscoil system, where Irish music thrived as the Boomtown Rats shook the scene. We also dive into world affairs, sharing our hopes for making a real difference. And, of course, there’s plenty of Irish music to soak in!Show some love for Fiachna Ó Braonáin and his captivating story! Subscribe for more inspiring music podcast episodes and explore Fiachna’s work via the links below:Visit Fiachna Ó Braonáin: https://fiachnaobraonain.com/Bandcamp : https://fiachnaobraonain.bandcamp.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/fiachnaobraonain/Visit Hothouse Flowers’ official website: https://hothouseflowers.comThank you for Tapping the Flow.#IrishMusic #HothouseFlowers #FiachnaOBraonain #MusicPodcast #Songwriting #irishculture

I sat dow to chat with Scottish bassist Ben Ellis who holds the low end together for the likes of Iggy Pop, Marc Almond, Swervedriver and many more. We had a fantastic chat about what it takes to get where you want to get to and how to navigate the ups and downs of the game. Ben also went straight after the challenge of coming up with a song for the show and graces the tape with his vocals for the first time with his own material. Its a wonderful moment and really holds a candle to the canvas as some fresh paint falls to dry in a new form. For anyone interested in the world of session playing whist also retaining a sense of your own style this is the chat for you. Ben is a total pro and a lovely fella to hang out with. Thanks for tapping the flow.