Chad Henry came over to the studio earlier this year to chat about life and his music. Find out how he found his bandmates, playing covers in Central Park, his Oklahoma day and what brought him to the west coast. Most importantly, experience the moment we became best friends over our mutual love and respect for Roger Clyne. We quote lyrics from a Peacemakers song (Lemons):

"Bring on the change
let's keep it simple now
don't confuse your wants with your needs.
Believe in Love,
Forsake your greed,
And give away what you want to receive."

These words are displayed on my classroom door. I hope that students and staff read them often as they pass.

Chad's band doesn't play that often, so be sure to check them out on 5/16 at the Shakedown with Seattle's Jaws of Brooklyn and Bellingham's Asa Menlove. They are recording at Spare Records in Anacortes (and you can too! Find them at Sparerecords.com).
Follow The Setbacks on IG (@ ChadHenrySetbacks) and their website: pnwsetbacks.com

Enjoy your week, be of use, and go do something hard.

Love music? Go to Washingtonesrecords.com and score some sweet merch, cool tunes and support locals following their passion.

Also, if you love music, go see some rad live music at the Arcadian Public House.

Love my intro song and my logo? Check out Clay Work. He is incredibly talented. He also hosts Trivia at Lyman Tavern on Tuesdays, and at District Brewing on Wednesdays.

My kid and I like to draw and write. Check out all of our books and merch here: www.linktr.ee/lizduffy

Disclaimer: Skagit Storytellers is a personal podcast and any views and opinions belong only to the host (or guests) and do not represent views and opinions of people, institutions or organizations that the host (or guests) may or may not be associated with in professional or personal capacity unless explicitly stated.

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Jennifer Dalton was a colleague of mine until she resigned from her position to set sail around North and South America to conduct research. From their website, oneislandoneocean.com:

The Around the Americas Expedition is a 14-month voyage, starting in May 2025, that will circumnavigate North and South America aboard the 48-foot sailboat, One Ocean.

The mission focuses on scientific research, education, and community outreach to raise awareness about ocean health. Building on Captain Mark Schrader’s original 2009–2010 journey, the expedition will compare oceanic changes over the past 15 years.

Check out their site to donate, connect live and learn more about their journey. This podcast was fun to record with Jennifer, and I am so thankful that she trusted me to publish part of her amazing life story. If you can glean anything from this episode, I hope it's that you pause and reflect today on the direction your life is going.

Enjoy your week, be of use, and go do something hard.

Love music? Go to Washingtonesrecords.com and score some sweet merch, cool tunes and support locals following their passion.

Also, if you love music, go see some rad live music at the Arcadian Public House.

Love my intro song and my logo? Check out Clay Work. He is incredibly talented. He also hosts Trivia at Lyman Tavern on Tuesdays, and at District Brewing on Wednesdays.

My kid and I like to draw and write. Check out all of our books and merch here: www.linktr.ee/lizduffy

Disclaimer: Skagit Storytellers is a personal podcast and any views and opinions belong only to the host (or guests) and do not represent views and opinions of people, institutions or organizations that the host (or guests) may or may not be associated with in professional or personal capacity unless explicitly stated.

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Andy Brown visited my studio two weeks ago. It's rare to have an episode get published after two weeks (especially with 15 recordings in the queue), but that's one word to describe my guest: rare! No one can hold a candle to Andy Brown and the incredible projects he's been apart of, The amount of stories he brings to the table is endless. Learn about his parents, musical journey and hear us speak from the heart about our local music scene. Find Andy at a show (probably helping set up, do sound or pack up, even if he's not playing) and tell him how much you appreciate his contribution to our community. Follow The Enthusiasts to see where his current band is playing next.

Enjoy your week, be of use, and go do something hard.

Love music? Go to Washingtonesrecords.com and score some sweet merch, cool tunes and support locals following their passion.

Also, if you love music, go see some rad live music at the Arcadian Public House.

Love my intro song and my logo? Check out Clay Work. He is incredibly talented. He also hosts Trivia at Lyman Tavern on Tuesdays, and at District Brewing on Wednesdays.

My kid and I like to draw and write. Check out all of our books and merch here: www.linktr.ee/lizduffy

Disclaimer: Skagit Storytellers is a personal podcast and any views and opinions belong only to the host (or guests) and do not represent views and opinions of people, institutions or organizations that the host (or guests) may or may not be associated with in professional or personal capacity unless explicitly stated.

Support us on PayPal!