The Live Ukulele Podcast

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  Hurricane Update + Donation Link 10.09.2026 12min

  HURRICANE RELIEF FUND: https://www.gofundme.com/f/hurricane-relief-fund-2026Kōkua Kaʻū livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/6eeqfSbPuR0?si=EaQ5e8NwKg09gVP0Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store...
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  Focusing on the Right Things Makes You Learn Faster 01.08.2026 28min

  We spend so much time focusing on the minutia of ukulele that sometimes we forget the simple aspects that really make music sing. In this episode I talk about getting the important facets dialed in really well before going off in the weeds. - Hawaiian Songs For ʻUkulele: https://liveukulele.com/store/hawaiian-songs/ Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the pod...
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  Practice, Woodshed, Grind: Tips for Maximizing Your Efforts & Time 04.07.2026 41min

  Practicing ʻukulele is the most critical part of playing to get right. All of your work here compounds into your skills. Just practicing any ol' way can work, but you're often leaving progress on the table. Here are some actionable tips to help you improve your productivity in the woodshed and get more musical skill along with your ʻukulele chops. Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukul...
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  Funkulele and the Soul of Uke with Vince Esquire 03.06.2026 49min

  In this episode I talk to Maui's own, Vince Esquire! He's one of the most original-sounding ukulele players you'll run across and he lends his shredding skills to an all-ukulele band, Kanekoa. We chat about learning on tour with big name artists, the hustle of music, and playing soulful ukulele. Funkulele album: https://open.spotify.com/album/1biKk7u5cw3p5AfhdSWv1JKanekoa: https://www.kanekoasounds.com/Fender Smolder pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/enEo4j (affiliate link)Support the show Joi...
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  How to Be the Most Annoying Ukulele Player Possible! 02.05.2026 43min

  These things make me want to pull my hair out! Let's explore them together and learn what *not* to do to become better, more insightful ukulele players. Whether letting your ego get out of control, playing over the top of everything, over-shyness, staying glued to your sheet music, or asking too many questions, these things are some of the top ways to become the world's most annoying ukulele player! Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new ...
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  Jessica Maeve: Normalizing the Ukulele 04.04.2026 43min

  In this episode I chat with Jessica Maeve, a singer, songwriter, and ukulele player hard at work forging a path in music. Our conversation takes us from singing tips to gigging with the ukulele as a main instrument where it's not expected. Jessica's website: https://www.jessicamaeve.com/Jessica's Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/06LzkhEMItktSTIvLkzYxISupport the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https...
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  DIY Mods to Get More Out of Your Ukulele 07.03.2026 42min

  This episode is inspired by my old car that just keeps going. With some DIY adjustments, you can get the very best out of even a crappy ukulele. I discuss changing strings, adjusting the saddle height, and adjusting the nut height, along with a couple other little tips. Tie bridge/slot headstock restringing video: https://youtu.be/mUbvUMxhSEA?si=Veid7MXceNJFgHpjThru-bridge/normal peg headstock restringing video: https://youtu.be/x7G74Gyj57Y?si=WFVgAhbNRujcuPc1 Support the show Join my newslet...
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  Marc Gallagher Got the UU Facebook Page Deleted 07.02.2026 1h

  In this episode I chat with Marc Gallagher in the UK about writing songs on the ukulele, teaching kids, and how being honest and open is necessary and important, even if it sometimes gets you in trouble. He's a real deal working musician who's transparent perspective is refreshing. I very much enjoyed this interview and hope you do too. Marc's website: https://www.marcgallaghermusic.com/Marc's Bandcamp: https://marcgallaghermusic.bandcamp.com/ Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free a...
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  The Details That Make Uke Songs Sound Larger Than Life 03.01.2026 45min

  Welcome to 2026! In this episode I share some insight on how playing simple things one way or another drastically changes the sound of the music. We'll listen to some practical examples so you can start hearing the possibilities in your own playing. TOOL in Honolulu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmrRkcuhPJk"Black Hole Sun" baritone playthru: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dqEiHg2Fm0Moises.ai: https://moises.ai/ Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get upd...
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  Building Character With Your Ukulele 01.11.2025 35min

  In this season finale episode I share some updates about my work and a realization about character in ukulele styles. Become a member: https://liveukulele.com/register/member/Step By Step: Single String Picking (GCEA & DGBE versions): https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the podcast: Become a supporting me...
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  Maia Mayeshiro: Dance Scene Ukulele! 04.10.2025 43min

  Maia is an instrumental ukulele virtuoso from Oʻahu who accompanies her playing with a wonder singing voice! She DJs dance parties and incorporates the uke into EDM genres. In this episode we chat about artistry and forging a fresh path. This interview is from earlier in the year. Check out @maiashizue for the latest on Maia's journey! Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/sign...
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  Dizzi Diamond on Originality and the Craft of Uke 06.09.2025 1h 47min

  In this episode I sit down with Dizzi Diamond to talk about music, freestyling, beauty, and her 8-string baritone ukulele. Dizzi's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DizziDiamond1212Brad @ Slack Key Show: https://www.showclix.com/event/brad-kevin-shem-sept10-2025"Pandanus" baritone TAB: https://liveukulele.gumroad.com/l/mbuiwv Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Supp...
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  Uke Day Judgement - With Autotune! 23.08.2025 36min

  Join me for some thoughts on ukulele week and how the uke isn't Portuguese, what it's like to have nervous students, and why "perfect" kinda sucks. Step By Step picking ebook: https://liveukulele.com/store/step-by-step-picking/Dagan & Da Kine Sound: https://www.instagram.com/da_kine_sound/Kingside: https://www.youtube.com/@Kingside808Private lessons with Brad: https://liveukulele.com/store/one-on-one-lessons/ Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get update...
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  The Dance of the Ukulele 02.08.2025 15min

  A quick reflection on dancing around the other musicians you play with. Push, pull, be dynamic! Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupon=SUPPORT5Buy video lessons or a book: https://liveukulele.com/store/ Use my Sweetwater affiliate link next time you need to b...
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  The Renaissance Man: Uncle George Kahumoku, Jr. 19.07.2025 1h 13min

  Here's the conversation with one of my main mentors that we're all been waiting for! Truly just scratching the surface of the stories this amazing man can tell from his life. If you enjoy Uncle's stories, check out his hilarious books, A Hawaiian Life and A Hawaiian Life Vol. 2. Uncle George's website: https://kahumoku.com/Slack Key Show website: https://slackkeyshow.com/The Ukulele Podcast (not to be confused with this podcast!): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ukulele-podcast...
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  "I Really Don't Like That Song, Dude!" - Keʻala Lindsey 06.07.2025 48min

  In this episode I talk to next-generation slack key/ukulele player, Keʻala Lindsey, about learning by osmosis, Hawaiian immersion, and songs that don't land well with local boys. Keʻala's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ke.alamokihana/ Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting...
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  TLUP Classic: Isaac Wang & the Live Ukulele Origin Story 21.06.2025 1h 1min

  This episode throws back to season 2, episode 14 when I talked to my friend, Isaac Wang, about the beginning of our music careers and the website. I also share an update on the George Kahumoku Slack Key & Ukulele Workshop. Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons and access to exclusive resources: https://liveukulele.com/signup/ Support the podcast: Become a supporting member: https://liveukulele.com/register/supporting-member/?coupo...
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  "Kōkeʻe" - Kani Ka Pila Classics: ʻŌlelo Breakdown 07.06.2025 48min

  Pronouncing the Hawaiian language correctly is one of the many important ways foreigners should respect the people, place, and culture of Hawaiʻi. In this episode, I walk through the basic pronunciation of Reverend Dennis Kamakahi's classic song, "Kōkeʻe." Follow along with the words here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XsKAZqHEMVpDwDKFnSXGCxOFxJEwqwIb/view This Kani Ka Pila Classics series on The Live ʻUkulele Podcast aims to provide malihini a better understanding of the lyrics to popular...
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  The #1 Goal for Every Uke Player: Serving the Music 03.05.2025 28min

  Many people get caught up in the latest ukulele technique or strum they're learning and automatically add it to every song. This is a surefire way to make every song boring and cliche. It's important to step back and observe the overall effect of your musical choices as a critical listener. In this episode I share some thoughts on looking past your ego to serve music in the best way possible. Support the show Join my newsletter! It's free and I won't spam you. Get updates on new lessons...
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  Singing Expression & Lesson with Joey Bradley 19.04.2025 55min

  Singing is a wonderful way to accompany your ukulele playing. Anyone can use it to create more diverse arrangements and connect better to the expression of their music. In this episode I sit down with my friend, Joey Bradley, for a discussion and lesson on singing. Joey is a great singer and shares some tips that benefit all of us ukulele players who are less comfortable with our voices. I sing often on stage, but I wouldn't call myself a comfortable singer. Joey shares some tips and cr...