The Celtfather Experience

We just got back late from a trip to the Llyn Peninsula and dinner at the The Old Boathouse on Red Wharf Bay (not to be confused with Red Dwarf). It was AWESOME. I had lamb shanks and mussels. I'm Stuffed! I can barely move, let alone record another podcast. So I'm gonna share with you the interview I did with Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. Our entire group is still talking about how fantastic the trip was yesterday. I can't wait to meet them again. You can find out all about them at http://www.swan-dyer.co.uk. You can find out all about Celtic Invasion Vacations at http://celticinvasion.com

I ran out of bandwidth for this podcast. So I upgraded to the pro plan for SoundCloud. That's awesome news for you because it means you get this Awesome podcast featuring one tune and one song by Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer. In a few days, you'll also get an interview with another song by this amazing duo. You can find them and get their albums from their website at http://www.swan-dyer.co.uk Don't you wish you were on one of my Celtic Invasion Vacations. Subscribe at http://www.celticinvasion.com

We visited Llaberis, Wales today. It was an exciting ADVENTURE. And I mean that on many, many levels. From the mountain climbs and waterfalls to the mead tasting before heading to Cae Mabon and looking death in the face on the side of a mountain. It was one helluva day as you'll hear from the exciting story of the day. You too can join me on a Celtic Invasion Vacation as we invade Ireland in 2015. Visit http://www.celticinvasion.com/ and sign up to the mailing list to find out more.

We went to Caernarfon today and saw the castle. Wow! If you ever get a chance to go there. DO! it's fantastic for a "ruin". After a stop in Holyhead at the lighthouse and dinner on the marina, we came back. I played a set of music. But as usual, I thought I'd tease a little music, especially since I haven't shared ANY music from my new Kickstarter--Sci Fi Drinking Songs. The album is currently $600 away from my second financial stretch goal with 12 days left. So enjoy a few live versions of some of the songs that will be on the album. http://marcgunn.com/kickstarter/ The show is sponsored by Celtic Invasion Vacations. Find out where we are going next year at http://celticinvasion.com/

Today we had a brilliant Welsh historian and guide named Gwilym Morus. Right before the day came to an end and he played us an amazing concert, I sat down to interview Gwilym. He also shared a stunning Welsh love ballad. Find out more at http://welshmythology.com Brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations. http://celticinvasion.com

Day one of the Celtic Invasion Vacations. We're at our cottage tired and got try out some Welsh whisky. It's pretty dang good. We visited Conwy today. Had a wonderful dinner at Dylan's Restaurant in Menai Bridge. Fun, tiring day. Tomorrow, we meet our Welsh bard. Today's show is brought to you by Celtic Invasion Vacations. You know you wish you were here. http://celticinvasion.com

I arrived in Manchester where my Celtic Invasion of Wales will begin. This is a brief introductory show to get you ready for daily episodes of our adventures in Wales. The show is sponsored by Hotels.com. If you're looking to travel anywhere around the world and need a hotel, then sign up for Hotels.com. You can support the podcast by using this URL http://marcgunn.com/hotels

I will be in Wales next weeks, so I thought I should do a wee bit o'promotion for some of my upcoming shows that will happen when I get back in town, including a house concert hosted by the Irish Society of North Alabama. I'll be in their Maggie McGuinness Pub. You can now reserve your space at the concert right here: http://marcgunn.brownpapertickets.com/ My Kickstarter is $283 away from reaching its first financial stretch goal. You will get a 4-page booklet with additional details about the album if I reach the goal. You can make a pledge at http://marcgunn.com/kickstarter/ Find this show on my website at http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek016/ Today’s show is sponsored by Hotels.com. Wherever you travel around the world, you can book a hotel at discounted rates. Book ten hotels and get one night free. Hotels.com saved my butt this week when I realized I forgot to book my hotel in Dublin at the end of my Wales trip. Show them some love and sign up to book your own hotel vacation. http://www.marcgunn.com/hotels/

"I never heard about this album". That's the comment I got from someone on Facebook this week. So I thought I should dedicate today's podcast to talking about the Kickstarter for my next album Sci Fi Drinking Songs. Come to think of it, I should do an entire show talking about all the songs... I'll aim for that for this Thursday. In the meantime, I am super blown away and ever grateful to everyone who has already pledged money towards my next CD Sci Fi Drinking Songs. The album is already 165% funded. Now I need to start thinking about stretch goals. Hmm... Any thoughts? You can make a pledge at http://marcgunn.com/kickstarter/ Find this show on my website at http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek015/ Today's show is sponsored by Hotels.com. Wherever you travel around the world, you can book a hotel at discounted rates. Book ten hotels and get one night free. http://www.marcgunn.com/hotels/

I am excited to offer my first ever Celtic Geek interview. I would love to offer more such interviews. In the meantime, listen to Laramie Williams as he talks to The Stubby Shillelaghs. http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek014

This past weekend, I flew to Denver, Colorado for an exciting return to StarFest. It's been three years since last I was there. Once again, the weekend was filled with some awesome fun. I share a wee bit of the excitement in this week's Celtic Geek. http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek013 Today’s show is sponsored by Lunarpages. If you’re looking for a premium web host, you can get started at one low price. Go to http://marcgunn.com/lunarpages and get a Starter Web Hosting package if you’re new to creating website or even starting your own podcast.

Dark smile Smooth and cool Like a Browncoat Awaiting a duel Drink Monahan's Mudder's Milk This week I take a brief look at my favorite TV show ever--Firefly. Two years after the show was canceled, a podcast emerged from the rubble and kept the spirit and passion for the show alive and growing. It was called The Signal. Every time I listened to the show, I had to watch the TV show or movie again. It kept my love for Firefly alive. Ten years since it began, the podcast is coming to an end... NOOOOOOO!!!!!!! See the complete shownotes at http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek012 Today's show is brought to you by Firefly Drinking Songs. What other songs might've been heard in that little town of Canton? The album was recorded live by the Bedlam Bards and Marc Gunn. Find out details at http://marcgunn.com/fireflydrinkingsongs

When I was a kid, I believed I could use the Force from Star Wars. I never could move objects with my mind, but my idealistic belief I could accomplish anything. As Dr Emmett Brown said, "If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything". I believe that wholeheartedly. It is one of the reasons I am a full-time musician today. Read the full shownotes at http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek011 Today's show is sponsored by Lunarpages. If you're looking for a premium web host, you can get started at one low price. Go to http://marcgunn.com/lunarpages and get a Starter Web Hosting package if you're new to creating website or even starting your own podcast.

We had a lovely time this weekend in New Orleans. We walked through a field of wildflowers. We ate amazing food. We spent a relaxing Easter with friends. Today’s show is brought to you by Audible. Get a free audiobook download when you join today. Then listen to thousands of titles. If you need a suggestion then check out Brothers in Arms by Lois McMaster Bujold. It's awesome. Find details at marcgunn.com/audible Visit http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek010 for the latest show

It's tough being an introvert in an extroverted world. Do you enjoy my music? Are you an introvert or extrovert? How does a musician make a name for oneself as an introvert? These are some of the questions I hope to answer into today's episode of The Celtic Geek. http://marcgunn.com/celticgeek009 Today's episode is sponsored by Audible. Get a 30-day free trial and a free audiobook download when you join Audible at http://marcgunn.com/audible