RECENT EPISODES
StrongWriter – Episode 318 “LAURA PURSELL – Miles Of Christmas Memories With Laura”
And now for a musical holiday treat… A chance to sit down and talk with my featured guest who is also a dear friend and listen to her newest Christmas CD! LAURA PURSELL is a
StrongWriter – Episode 317 “JOHN McCUTCHEON – The Hammer, The Heart, and a Field Of Stars”
In today’s episode, I get the pleasure of a return visit from renowned folk musician JOHN McCUTCHEON. Together, we dive into John’s illustrious career spanning over five decades. Mr. McCutcheon, known for his soulful storytelling
StrongWriter – Episode 316 “IAIN MATTHEWS – Songwriting Is Like (A Virus)”
Full radio broadcast featuring longtime singer-songwriter IAIN MATTHEWS (Fairport Convention, Plainsong, Matthew’s Southern Comfort) about his life, career, and the release of his latest studio album “How Much Is Enough” Dean Olson StrongWriter On the
StrongWriter – Episode 315 “SCOTT COLSON – A Man Called Slaw”
Full Interview with singer songwriter Scott Colson, known professionally as SLAW. He and I discuss his life and music career, including his debut album “Here I Come” released in late 2024. Dean Olson StrongWriter On
StrongWriter – Episode 312 “3 PAIRS OF BOOTS (ANDREW STERN & LAURA ARIAS) – Boot Scootin’ Conversation
Today, I returned to San Francisco for a THIRD visit with a wonderful pair of guests. Professionally, the married duo of ANDREW STERN and LAURA ARIAS calls themselves 3 PAIRS OF BOOTS, and their fourth
StrongWriter – Episode 311 “JM STEVENS – Nowhere To Land Interview”
In today’s episode, I sat down with talented singer-songwriter-music producer JM STEVENS from Austin, Texas. We discussed his new album ‘Nowhere to Land,’ premiering his single ‘Cherry Sunburst,’ and delve into the trials and triumphs
StrongWriter – Episode 310 “STEPHANIE SAMMONS – My Journey Of Time, Evolution, and Songwriting”
This episode of the Strongwriter on the Radio series features an in-depth interview with Americana artist Stephanie Sammons. The conversation unfolds as Dean dives into Stephanie’s latest album ‘Time and Evolution,’ her journey as an
StrongWriter – Episode 309 “ADRIAN SUTHERLAND – We’re Like Diamonds Made From The Sun”
Today’s episode finds me conducting an insightful interview with ADRIAN SUTHERLAND, a singer-songwriter with deep Cree roots from Northern Ontario, Canada. Adrian shares about his upbringing in a remote Cree community and his journey to
StrongWriter – Episode 308 “TIM EASTON – Finding Your Way and Bangin’ The Drum”
Full Interview with singer-songwriter TIM EASTON featuring tracks from his 2024 album ‘Find Your Way’. Tim performs an acoustic version of “Arkansas Twisted Heat” and gives personal accounts of his life and songwriting. Dean Olson
StrongWriter – Episode 294 “MAIA SHARP – Reckless Thoughts For Kind People”
In today’s episode, a favorite singer-songwriter returns to the show and brings a familiar friend. MAIA SHARP, with her dog Louie hanging out in the room, discusses her latest album RECKLESS THOUGHTS. Along the way,
StrongWriter – Episode 293 “CINDY ALEXANDER – The Fire Is Back, And It’s About To Get Messy”
One of my all-time favorite guests returns for another beautiful conversation. Recording artist and songwriter CINDY ALEXANDER always brings forth a thoughtful and positive outlook when she visits my show… and of course, she shares
StrongWriter – Episode 291 “BETH BOMBARA – It All Goes Up On My Birthday”
Full Interview with singer-songwriter BETH BOMBARA. This St. Louis-based recording artist released her latest album ‘IT ALL GOES UP’ on her birthday, and I wanted to celebrate and share the music. Beth and I also
StrongWriter – Episode 290 “WILLIE HEATH NEAL & KIRA ANNALISE (THE WAYMORES) – The Waymores Are The Magic”
Full interview with Willie Heath Neal and Kira Annalise – the husband & wife duo billed as The Waymores. Their newest album GREENER PASTURES is available now… Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen
StrongWriter – Episode 289 “KENNETH ROY with DANIEL RYMAN – My Appointment With The Doctor and The Chairman”
My interview with Northern California based singer-songwriter-performer KENNETH ROY. He is joined with his collaborator, producer and fellow multi-instrumentalist DANIEL “Doctor” RYMAN. We discuss Kenneth’s current singles from his album “CHAIRMAN” The title track is
StrongWriter – Episode 282 “IAN JONES – We Slow Down, But Our Dreams Speed Up”
Seattle-based musician and songwriter IAN JONES returns to the show. A year and a half has passed since his latest album ‘THE EVERGREENS’ was released, and now we get to catch up with a brand
StrongWriter – Episode 281 ”KEITH THOMAS – Passion and a Good Work Ethic Can Create Success”
Full interview with songwriter and record producer KEITH THOMAS (Amy Grant – BeBe & CeCe Winans – Vanessa Williams) [Originally recorded 02-07-23) Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen to Keith’s Interview with Dean!
StrongWriter – Episode 280 “BEAU NAIR – Two Words: Watch Me!”
Full interview with outlaw country artist and songwriter BEAU NAIR [originally recorded 02-06-23] Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen to Beau Nair’s Interview with Dean! * StrongWriter On the Radio · StrongWriter On
StrongWriter – Episode 279 ”MARK MILOVATS – It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of My Life”
This December’s only holiday themed episode gave me the opportunity to have an in-depth talk with a traditional stage entertainer, MARK MILOVATS. Dubbed “America’s Premier Showman,” this Pittsburgh native has devoted his career to uplifting
StrongWriter – Episode 277 DOUG “COSMO” CLIFFORD – There’s California Gold In Cosmo’s Vault”
Today marks the third visit of legendary Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame drummer DOUG “COSMO” CLIFFORD – a.k.a. founding member of Creedence Clearwater Revival – to my show. At the tender age of seventy-seven,
StrongWriter – Episode 276 ”CONNIE HAN – Giving Voice To the Original Muse and the Masterpiece”
Enjoy this video version of my long-form interview with jazz pianist and composer, CONNIE HAN. This Los Angeles based artist is so much more than just another brilliant piano player. Connie is smart, a sci-fi
StrongWriter – Episode 275 ”MICHAEL LOCKWOOD – Lions and Ghosts and Dreams, Oh My!”
Today’s episode features one of those guests that I truly enjoy – personally and artistically. As I explored the musical journey of MICHAEL LOCKWOOD, I felt as if he was sharing an old scrapbook that
StrongWriter – Episode 274 “3 PAIRS OF BOOTS (ANDREW STERN & LAURA ARIAS) – The Power Of Mighty Love
Today, I returned to San Francisco for a second visit with a wonderful pair of guests. Professionally, the married duo of ANDREW STERN and LAURA ARIAS calls themselves 3 PAIRS OF BOOTS, and their third
StrongWriter – Episode 267 ”CHRIS HADDOX – Musical Tales Of West Virginia”
Full interview with West Virginia singer-songwriter CHRIS HADDOX {Originally aired 02-15-22] Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen to Chris Haddox’s Interview with Dean! * Featured Guest: CHRIS HADDOX Photos courtesy of ChrisHaddox.com ABOUT
StrongWriter – Episode 266 “WILLIE HEATH NEAL & KIRA ANNALISE (THE WAYMORES) – Willie and Kira’s Stone Sessions Of Love and Music”
The Waymores Interview…. Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen to Willie & Kira’s Interview with Dean! * Featured Guest: WILLIE HEATH NEAL & KIRA ANNALISE of The WAYMORES Photos courtesy of TheWaymores.com ABOUT
StrongWriter – Episode 265 ”RAIN PERRY – Gotta Talk About The Money And Other Issues”
California singer-songwriter Rain Perry sat down in her semi-mobile studio space.and took some quality time to chat with me. Her current album is a socially conscious collection of well crafted tunes, called “A White Album”
StrongWriter – Episode 264 ”CARLA WILLIAMS – It’s Carpenters Once More”
Today’s episode gave me the opportunity to visit with a lovely lady country singer whose fairytale career started when she was just into her early thirties. CARLA WILLIAMS was raised in Mobile, Alabama and now
StrongWriter – Episode 263 “JEFF FOWLER – Christmas Songs Of My Heart”
Today’s latest episode is “Just In Time For Christmas” and features my interview with singer-songwriter JEFF FOWLER. He is based in Los Angeles and creates tunes with his bandmate friends that range from heartfelt to
StrongWriter – Episode 261 “DAVID BECK & DEES STRIBLING – Welcoming The Tejano Weekend Warriors”
My interview with DAVID BECK and DEES STRIBLING of the Austin, Texas band DAVID BECK’S TEJANO WEEKEND Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio *Watch and Listen to David’s Interview with Dean! * Featured Guest: DAVID
StrongWriter – Episode 258 “IAN JONES – My Love Of Music Is Evergreen”
My interview with Seattle-based musician and songwriter IAN JONES. Lots of fun conversation swirling around his latest album ‘THE EVERGREENS’ available October 2021. Ian also performs a live version of “Hallelujah” for the show! Enjoy
StrongWriter – Episode 257 “WALLIS – I Can Dance Through Another Day”
Follow up interview with 16 year old singer-songwriter WALLIS SCHRIVER who, in 2020, launched her debut holiday single “Lonely Christmas” which went viral. We talked about her life growing up and singing with her two
StrongWriter – Episode 256 “BOB GENTRY – Fortune Favors The Fifty”
I LOVE when one of my guests returns to have another conversation about making music and whatever else comes up. In this episode, I get to visit again with my buddy BOB GENTRY who has
StrongWriter – Episode 254 “BEAU COOPER (THE VEGABONDS) – We Found Our Interstate, And It Has Five Lanes”
Full episode featuring BEAU COOPER, keyboardist and songwriter for the Nashville based “Alt Southern Rock” band THE VEGABONDS. Featuring music from their current album SINNERS AND SAINTS. Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen
StrongWriter – Episode 253 “DOUG “COSMO” CLIFFORD – Cosmo’s Vault Uncovers The Wright Stuff”
it was a true pleasure to feature the return of legendary Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame drummer DOUG “COSMO” CLIFFORD – a.k.a. founding member of Creedence Clearwater Revival – to my show. Having just
StrongWriter – Episode 249 “WILLA AMAI – Music And Family Can Brighten Up Our Mental Health”
Full episode with WILLA AMAI, a 16 year old singer songwriter with a new album called “I Can Go To Bed Whenever” [Originally broadcast 06-09-21] Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Listen to Willa’s
StrongWriter – Episode 247 “REBECCA LOEBE – Go Get The Tiger By The Toe (And Don’t Let Go)”
Today’s episode is what I like to consider a sequel to the 2018 interview I had with a bright and shiny singer-songwriter living in Austin, Texas. REBECCA LOEBE is back with a big smile and
StrongWriter – Episode 244 “MATT EASTON – The Art Of Untethering From Reality And Remaining Grounded”
Today’s episode features the very enjoyable afternoon I spent with MATT EASTON, a creative musician and songwriter who is the main face and voice of the Berkeley, California band called THE JENNY THING. I particularly
StrongWriter – Episode 243 “JAMES DiGIROLAMO – When The Music Work Is There, You Do It”
Today’s episode is a snapshot of the great time I had visiting with musician and songwriter JAMES DiGIROLAMO. He is yet another example that there exist some wonderful creative artists based in Nashville that are
StrongWriter – Episode 240 “BOB MALONE – The Minute I Start Playing, The Self-Doubt Goes Away”
Full Interview with musician, songwriter, “Keyboard Wizard” BOB MALONE about his music life and newest record “Good People” available May 21, 2021. Bob talks about the making of a music video for the title track
StrongWriter – Episode 232 “MARTHA BOLTON – Dear Martha: Thanks For The Memory”
Interview with author MARTHA BOLTON Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio * Watch and Listen to Martha’s Interview with Dean! * Featured Guest: MARTHA BOLTON Photos courtesy of MarthaBolton.com ABOUT MARTHA BOLTON Martha Bolton is
Dean Olson Hollywood Interview – Episode 233 “RUTA LEE – Cheek To Cheek: We’re Kissing Ass And Taking Names!”
Today is another special edition celebrity interview with an actress who immersed herself in the magic that is Hollywood, and now she is showing her heartfelt gratitude. RUTA LEE did this by compiling her memoirs
StrongWriter – Episode 231 “CINDY ALEXANDER – Music Is The Key To My Happiness”
In today’s episode, I feature a guest who not only is a talented songwriter, but a woman I consider a friend. Of all the guests that I have interviewed over the years, CINDY ALEXANDER is
StrongWriter – Episode 230 “MAIA SHARP – Gas Station Coffee Happens (But It’ll Be All Right)”
Today’s episode features an absolutely wonderful woman who has instantly become one of my favorite guests. She is MAIA SHARP, a talented recording artist with beautiful songwriting chops that have been getting noticed by other
StrongWriter – Episode 226 “3 PAIRS OF BOOTS (ANDREW STERN & LAURA ARIAS) – In It For The Long Ride”
Today, I wrapped up the year 2020 with a wonderful pair of guests. In fact, this married duo of ANDREW STERN and LAURA ARIAS adds up to 3 PAIRS OF BOOTS! Despite a pervasive echoing
StrongWriter – Episode 225 “JULES SHEAR – A Slower And Steady Afternoon With Jules”
In today’s episode, I am honored to feature imaginative and experimental singer/songwriter JULES SHEAR. Jules has recorded about 20 albums, and this fall, he released “Slower,” a more laid-back piano driven collection of songs. He
StrongWriter – Episode 224 “JACK TEMPCHIN – Rewriting The Fate Of The Gingerbread Man”
Today’s episode is fun all around, because I got to feature the return of legendary songwriter JACK TEMPCHIN, this time in living color. He is one of those musical artists who epitomizes the Southern California
StrongWriter – Episode 223 “WALLIS – Christmas Isn’t So Lonely Now”
Interview with 15 year old singer-songwriter WALLIS and her dad Gene Schriver. We talked about her life growing up and singing with her two sisters, and the creation and launch of her viral holiday song
StrongWriter – Episode 222 “LUKE LeBLANC – When Luke Paints His Masterpiece”
Maybe you’ll recognize the title of today’s episode as sounding like a Bob Dylan song. Well, stay tuned… It was time spent well when I interviewed LUKE LeBLANC, a twenty-five year old singer-songwriter from Minneapolis,
StrongWriter – Episode 221 “CASS CLAYTON – Play Nice, Play Hard, Play Loud”
It was a true pleasure to spend an afternoon talking about songwriting (and other subjects) with a woman who is the face of the band that bears her name – CASS CLAYTON. This Boulder, Colorado-based
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