Purdy Pickers Podcast
Purdy Pickers Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Purdy Pickers — a podcast dedicated to female artists in Bluegrass, Folk and Americana.Our aim with this podcast is to increase visibility and recognition for women's contribution to shaping and keeping these traditional genres alive and thriving. On each episode we pick one female musician to focus on — pioneer or newcomer, renowned star or underdog; we'll give them all a platform. Tune in for deep dives, feminism, interviews and existential ramblings with Carol B. Rebbel and Kikki Géron.Help us fill this music landscape with appreciation as we shine a light on brave women who stand up for female representativity on stages everywhere.Follow us on social media @purdypickers for news on upcoming episodes and extra content!Produced by Carol B. RebbelIntro song: "Herby's Reel" by Bashed Potatoes - All rights reserved Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers themes such as female representation in music, the struggles and successes of female artists, and the evolution of traditional genres. Episodes delve into the life and music of specific artists like Sierra Ferrell, analyzing their journeys and impact on the scene while intertwining discussions about feminism and creative freedom.

Welcome to Purdy Pickers — a podcast dedicated to female artists in Bluegrass, Folk and Americana.
Our aim with this podcast is to increase visibility and recognition for women’s contribution to shaping and keeping these traditional genres alive and thriving. On each episode we pick one female musician to focus on — pioneer or newcomer, renowned star or underdog; we’ll give them all a platform. Tune in for deep dives, feminism, interviews and existential ramblings with Carol B. Rebbel and Kikki Géron.
Help us fill this music landscape with appreciation as we shine a light on brave women who stand up for female representativity on stages everywhere.
Follow us on social media @purdypickers for news on upcoming episodes and extra content!
Produced by Carol B. Rebbel
Intro song: “Herby’s Reel” by Bashed Potatoes – All rights reserved
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this interview, Carol sits down with Courtney Hartman, one of the most gifted female guitarists in the folk and bluegrass world. Courtney is a flatpicker at heart, lining her melodies with graceful vocals of thoughtfully written words.
She speaks of life in seasons; and how growth, stillness and change shape both her personal journey and her relationship with music. On this episode, she shares deep insight into how she experiences music in an inspiring look at what it means to live a musical life with intention.
Throughout this conversation, we discuss her formative years, old and new albums, collaborations with some of the biggest names in folk and bluegrass, creative freedom and inspiring figures.
This episode is an invitation to listen closely: to the strings, the stories, and the seasons in between.
Follow us on social media @purdypickers for news on upcoming episodes and extra content!
Created and produced by Carol B. Rebbel (2025)
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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