Hear Seven Hours of Women Making Electronic Music (1938–2014)
The episode surveys the history of women in electronic music from the early 20th century to the present, spotlighting pioneers such as Clara Rockmore (theremin virtuoso), Johanna Beyer (author of the first electronic composition by a woman, 1938), Bebe and Louis Baran (early U.S. studio innovators), Daphne Oram (BBC Radiophonic Workshop founder), Delia Derbyshire (iconic BBC composer of the Doctor Who theme), and later figures like Els Marie Pod, Pauline Oliver, and others. Through brief audio excerpts and anecdotes, the hosts illustrate each artist’s technical innovations, creative approaches, and the social obstacles they faced, noting how the studio environment gave women a unique entry point into composition. The discussion underscores the often‑overlooked contributions of these women and the recent archival efforts that are bringing their work back into public awareness.
Kim Gordon Was Always an Artist First
In this episode of The Art Angle, Kim Gordon discusses her multifaceted practice as an artist first, highlighting her simultaneous solo exhibition "Count Your Chickens," the group show "Full Folded Group" she co‑curated, and the release of her new album...
Across the Horizon Ep. 60: Big Ears 2026
In this special Across the Horizon episode, host Bob Holmes spotlights the lineup for the festival’s Big Ears showcase, featuring conversations with key artists such as pedal‑steel pioneer Chuck Johnson, virtuoso guitarist Hayden Pettigrew, Nashville steel player Luke Schneider, and...