Last week was Harriet Tubman Day in the United States. Harriet Tubman was a former slave who led dozens of other slaves to freedom using the Underground Railroad. In this episode we talk about some of the songs they used both as hidden messages as well as songs of hope….
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Three Tune Tuesday
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Family
Inspired by a death in the family, Boneapart and Yulia discuss the concept of ‘family,’ love, and mourning. Of course, they end on a humourous note. Lyrics Keep on the Sunny Side One little boy, one little girl, Planting herbs on the floor. I take my job, to grow the…
Three Tune Tuesday
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Ragtime
Ragtime is the music style of the week. We’re continuing to celebrate Black History Month with a discussion of ragtime, it’s origins, and it’s influence on jazz. And, of course, three vintage tunes.
Three Tune Tuesday
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Early Blues Women
It’s Black History Month. Here at Blind Skeleton we’re celebrating with a discussion about three early female blues trailblazers, including the first ever recording of a blues song by not just a woman, but a black woman! Lyrics Crazy Blues I can’t sleep at night I can’t eat a…
The Evolution of Moving Pictures
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The Art of Cinematography
Visual Storytelling and Technological Innovations Cinematography is the visual heartbeat of filmmaking, shaping how stories are told and experienced. From the earliest silent films to the rich, immersive visuals of modern cinema, cinematographers have continually pushed the boundaries of their craft. In the early days of film, limited technology forced…