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How Pam and Pawpaw went Viral and Took Instagram by Storm. Andi Marie Tillman| MCP #146
On the season finale of the Morse Code Podcast, I talk with actor, comedian, musician, and self-proclaimed recovering Pentecostal Andi Marie Tillman about… well a lot of things. When someone shows up for the taping with pointy ears dressed like she escaped from the Renaissance Faire, you know it’s going to be an interesting hour.
If you haven’t caught Andi’s many viral improvs on Instagram and TikTok, I don’t know what your problem is. Her hilarious cast of characters - Pawpaw and Pam, Charlene and Nashferatu (there are loads more) - do that basically impossible thing: they make you stop scrolling. And watch. And laugh. And then you’re forwarding it on to someone who repeats the process. That’s why she has has a third of a million followers on IG.
I met Pam first, riffing her way through an IG reel. Heavy on the eyeshadow, smack-chewing gum, her mini-confessionals covered some broad territory - advice for staying married (“since everything that needs to be said has already got said”), reluctant gossip, candid admissions about candid emissions…
I’m not from Appalachia but somehow I recognized the types: the pentecostal teenage preacher with the drawn-on mustache, bright-lipped Bethany, sage of the church of Jesus with Signs Following, who fondles the hedonic stones and spouts wisdom sloshed around like stolen water from the baptismal.
These people are as lovable as they are funny. To see the extant of the impact they’ve had on Andi’s fans, you need only scroll the comments, which are sometimes as hilarious as the things the characters say.
Like a lot people, I saw something special, and followed. So imagine when a few weeks later I met Andi in person at my local water hole in East Nashville, sipping a mocktail. I was surprised to find a thoughtful, quiet person, more inclined to listen than talk. Which is a lot when it’s me you’re listening to.
A few weeks later she and her husband Brandon were in our front yard, playing songs around a campfire. We were neighbors and now we are friends. Life in East Nashville is like that.
To me, Andi is a consummate theater kid, and while I have some weird inclination for the stage, I was always intimidated by the theater types: those outgoing folks who seem to reflect all the light that shines on them, and then some.
For Andi, it was in the theater that she found her tribe, where she felt most at home. We open our conversation talking about that, about the earliest manifestations of Andi’s prodigious talent, and the unique way she’s gone about finding its outlet.
Over the course of the hour we get into relationships, horror films, transgression and its increased difficulty in an age of tolerance, sobriety (and not-sobriety), and we even play a couple of Andi’s Joni-influenced originals.
It was a joy to speak with someone so imaginative, and it was a fitting end to this wild first season of the Morse Code Podcast.
Over the course of 46 episodes we’ve had musicians, actors, directors, writers, photographers, comedians - creatives, all. We’ve each got our own thing we’re doing, but what ties this cast of characters together is that all of us are answering the calls to our own creative path, and doing it the best we can in the constantly changing landscape that is modern life. We wish you, and us, luck.
Be back for Season 2 in mid October!
The Morse Code Podcast is a weekly pod produced by Korby Lenker and Kyle Nachtigal featuring long form conversations with top shelf talents in music, film and writing.
Thematically, The MCP is based on a television pilot we created called MORSE CODE, currently on the film festival circuit. It's one several awards across more than a dozen festivals: Audience choice awards at the Nashville Film Festival and Berlin Short Film Festival, Best Pilot at the Ramsgate International Film Festival, Best Leading Actor for Korby Lenker at the NYC Television Festival, and more.
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Comedy Gold: Turning Acting Improv into Stand-Up Magic. Amber Autry | MCP #145
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I speak with a rising star in the comedy world, the hilarious and genuine Amber Autry. The before we taped I was in the audience at a sold-out set for Amber’s Summer/Fall residency at Zanie’s in Nashville. Her bits were so seamlessly interwoven with her improvised crowd work that the stitches were invisible - it was difficult to tell where the rehearsed part ended and the improv began. Randa an...
How to make and sell a multi-million dollar movie, indie style. Derek Dienner | MCP #144
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On the latest episode of the Morse Code Podcast I speak with Emmy-nominated filmmaker Derek Dienner on his wild journey producing the independently-funded feature film - “Brave the Dark” starring Jared Harris (Mad Men, Chernobyl) - surviving cancer in his 30s, and staying motivated in a highly unpredictable industry. Derek and I met at Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. He’d recently fin...
A young fiddler's take on the classic Irish jig.
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Natalya Kay of Celtic supergroup Gaelic Storm plays "Cliffs of Moher" live on the Morse Code Podcast. Natalya Kay - fiddle Korby Lenker - guitar Listen to the complete conversation with Natalya as she describes her meteoric rise from obscurity to playing the Hollywood Bowl with Paul McCartney. Episode 143 of the MCP ua-cam.com/video/Fmc-eWNZhw0/v-deo.html Recorded and filmed by Kyle Nachtigal T...
"While Your Heart Is Still Brand New." live performance by Alex Wong
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Alex Wong performs "While Your Heart Is Still Brand New" live in the Morse Code Podcast Studio. He wrote this song for his new daughter. Listen to the complete conversation of Episode 142 of the MCP: ua-cam.com/video/84CXdSUJ6W4/v-deo.html Alex Wong - guitar, vocals Korby Lenker - guitar Recorded and filmed by Kyle Nachtigal The Morse Code Podcast is a weekly pod produced by Korby Lenker and Ky...
When the girl next door plays the Hollywood Bowl with Sir Paul McCartney. Natalya Kay | MCP #143
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When the girl next door plays the Hollywood Bowl with Sir Paul McCartney. Natalya Kay | MCP #143
An artist I admire challenges me on the privilege of Non-Engagement. Alex Wong | MCP #142
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An artist I admire challenges me on the privilege of Non-Engagement. Alex Wong | MCP #142
Jump your motorcycle through a ring of fire and see what happens. Annie Williams | MCP #141
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Jump your motorcycle through a ring of fire and see what happens. Annie Williams | MCP #141
Annie Williams thanks for you for the password to your masterclass.
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Annie Williams thanks for you for the password to your masterclass.
A Disney Director’s advice to the Young and Hopeful. Spencer Glover | MCP #140
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A Disney Director’s advice to the Young and Hopeful. Spencer Glover | MCP #140
The Importance of Relationships in Your Career and Personal Life. Michael Weintrob | MCP #139
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The Importance of Relationships in Your Career and Personal Life. Michael Weintrob | MCP #139
A Debut Novelist’s Journey from Handwritten Drafts to Major Publication. Liz Riggs | MCP #138
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A Debut Novelist’s Journey from Handwritten Drafts to Major Publication. Liz Riggs | MCP #138
A Brief History of Things that Haven’t Happened Yet. Ryan Culwell | MCP #137
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A Brief History of Things that Haven’t Happened Yet. Ryan Culwell | MCP #137
Ryan Culwell plays Colorado Blues on the Morse Code Podcast
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Ryan Culwell plays Colorado Blues on the Morse Code Podcast
Ryan Culwell performs "Let's Go Crazy" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Ryan Culwell performs "Let's Go Crazy" live on the Morse Code Podcast
Creating Space as a Prerequisite for Imagination. Claire Gibson | MCP #136
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Creating Space as a Prerequisite for Imagination. Claire Gibson | MCP #136
Robert Ellis: On the Run
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Robert Ellis: On the Run
This Indie Music Insight Will Change Your Creative Process with Robert Ellis | MCP #135
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This Indie Music Insight Will Change Your Creative Process with Robert Ellis | MCP #135
Inside Anthony da Costa’s Creative Nashville Studio| MCP #134
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Inside Anthony da Costa’s Creative Nashville Studio| MCP #134
The Emotional Journey Behind "When You Get This Close" Anthony Da Costa
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The Emotional Journey Behind "When You Get This Close" Anthony Da Costa
Jeremy Lister performs "Dirt" on the Morse Code Podcast
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Jeremy Lister performs "Dirt" on the Morse Code Podcast
Andrew Combs performs his original song "The Ship" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Andrew Combs performs his original song "The Ship" live on the Morse Code Podcast
Andrew Combs performs his song "Anna Please" from his album Sundays live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Andrew Combs performs his song "Anna Please" from his album Sundays live on the Morse Code Podcast
Synch Songs, Sobriety and Ultra Marathons. Jeremy Lister | MCP #133
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Synch Songs, Sobriety and Ultra Marathons. Jeremy Lister | MCP #133
Bill Miller performs his original song "The Storm" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Bill Miller performs his original song "The Storm" live on the Morse Code Podcast
Bill Miller performs his original song "Native Prayer" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Bill Miller performs his original song "Native Prayer" live on the Morse Code Podcast
The Cavalry Isn’t Coming, You Are The Cavalry. Kali Bailey | MCP #132
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The Cavalry Isn’t Coming, You Are The Cavalry. Kali Bailey | MCP #132
Bill Miller performs his original song "Dark River" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Bill Miller performs his original song "Dark River" live on the Morse Code Podcast
Chris Eldridge's spirited performance of "Walking Cane Blues" live on Morse Code Podcast
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Chris Eldridge's spirited performance of "Walking Cane Blues" live on Morse Code Podcast
Robby Hecht performs "Old Radio" live on the Morse Code Podcast
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Robby Hecht performs "Old Radio" live on the Morse Code Podcast

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @MHicksMusic
    @MHicksMusic 5 днів тому

    Drew is a joy to work with and a tremendous talent.

  • @TheSwimby
    @TheSwimby 11 днів тому

    This is gold!

  • @67tooch
    @67tooch 20 днів тому

    True story! This technique is used some with people who’ve experienced trauma. Parts of us split off in order to protect during the times of trauma. Those parts need to learn to trust the present you. Listen to those voices. They are a part of you! Way to go gal!

    • @KorbyLenker
      @KorbyLenker 20 днів тому

      I thought it was a great way to tap into your wiser self in a moment of trauma. Gonna use it in my own life

  • @alexagentryx0
    @alexagentryx0 25 днів тому

    I feeeeel that. Just to easily spiraled. And I get so pissed once I realize I just allowed it.

  • @coondog209
    @coondog209 25 днів тому

    👏👏👏

  • @reidsmith9575
    @reidsmith9575 27 днів тому

    I've enjoyed Andi Marie's content. It's good to find your podcast as well. Thanks.

  • @noahvjackson
    @noahvjackson 29 днів тому

    1:09:00 The saying goes that if you forget history you’re doomed to repeat it, but that somewhat implies that people know history, and very few truly do. The statement should just be that history repeats itself, which Critter sort of alluded to.

  • @AutumnMFRager
    @AutumnMFRager Місяць тому

    Love listening to Andi 💙

  • @jennybernstein3514
    @jennybernstein3514 Місяць тому

    What a beautiful way of expressing how innocent and human and necessary failure is to our growth. I love how you are witnessing your daughter in the process of figuring things out🩷🩷🩷

  • @ShelleyAhleman
    @ShelleyAhleman Місяць тому

    Beautiful song in the background. What’s the song?

  • @AmberAutryComedy
    @AmberAutryComedy Місяць тому

    Loved this experience so much!! Great podcast

  • @AdamJohnSwenson
    @AdamJohnSwenson Місяць тому

    Great content. Subscribed. I found you through Maya de vitry and Anthony da costa Fretboard Journal podcast episode. I love Anthony's playing on maya's album The Only Moment and I've been trying to learn more since then. Thanks!

  • @Cicilo1983
    @Cicilo1983 Місяць тому

    Great podcast ! His story of sobriety is inspiring, hope he keeps it up. His "Happy Holidays Everyone" album is probably the best album of seasonal originals I've heard in a very long time. Hard to find his other solo work here in Canada, though.

  • @DanielWahlig
    @DanielWahlig Місяць тому

    Nice - always loved Gaelic Storm - saw them perform in Athens, GA many years ago - absolutely crushed it. Love how relaxed the posture is throughout the whole song - shows just how good you both are to make it look so easy.

  • @AmberAutryComedy
    @AmberAutryComedy Місяць тому

    Beautiful!!

  • @mahmodaakter234
    @mahmodaakter234 Місяць тому

    Hey Morse Code Podcast. Your youtube video content is really good. but views and subscribers are much lower. To increase subscribers and views, you need to do channel SEO meaning your videos are not fully SEO. SEO is not friendly to your title. The SEO score is very low. The main reason why videos go viral is because of video SEO and organic promotion. If you do SEO and promotion then lots of views and subscribers will come to your channel and you will be able to monetize your channel in a few days. I can help you. If you want. Thank you

  • @nonainai
    @nonainai 2 місяці тому

    Jason Wilson is Genuine.

  • @johncostigan6160
    @johncostigan6160 2 місяці тому

    I had the joyous experience of mixing Bill's show at U-Wi.-Parkside many years back, and I clearly remember having a fit as I was unable to make my lovely Lexicon reverb unit work at Bill's sound check. Patched backwards, easy fix, tons of reverb. ( "Taj Majal" 7 seconds long!) Bill simply said: "I think you got reverb, now..." All tension relieved. Flute a mile long.

  • @antoniovalerianoSotomayor
    @antoniovalerianoSotomayor 2 місяці тому

    What an interesting podcast. There are hundreds of crime songs in many genres. I am new to flatpicking & there is so much there. This guy brings a stunning tone to that guitar.

  • @MorseCodePodcast
    @MorseCodePodcast 2 місяці тому

    Singer-songwriter Robert Ellis

  • @bethmyers8463
    @bethmyers8463 2 місяці тому

    Best cheerleader everrrr. <3

  • @shineoncoffee4772
    @shineoncoffee4772 2 місяці тому

    58:43 - Exactly

  • @shineoncoffee4772
    @shineoncoffee4772 2 місяці тому

    Murder Ballads are fine, but don't play no drinking songs. :)

  • @DaveElke
    @DaveElke 3 місяці тому

    Great production and guests, wishing you all the best.

  • @DaveElke
    @DaveElke 3 місяці тому

    So good!

  • @KorbyLenker
    @KorbyLenker 3 місяці тому

    Great work Ryan!

  • @DartagnanMagic
    @DartagnanMagic 3 місяці тому

    Billy Wilder "If you have a problem with the third act, the real problem is in the first act."

  • @bigtone667
    @bigtone667 3 місяці тому

    I really enjoyed hearing the way he thinks about a song and it's candy moments.

  • @DaveElke
    @DaveElke 3 місяці тому

    wow, what a sweet performance and really great sound, kudos to the engineer.

  • @Dinglehoppers779
    @Dinglehoppers779 3 місяці тому

    It's amazing how hard governments have to work on brainwashing people, and so unfortunate how successful it often is. Because that shouldn't be a conflict, all those people went to murder foreigners because of racism and a need to keep money flowing to the worst bastards on the planet. They suck, they are bad people. It doesn't matter why they signed up or how nice they were to her as a kid, they volunteered to be paid murderers for the American Corporate class, that's objectively monstrous.

  • @Truthserum7
    @Truthserum7 3 місяці тому

    Go back to college and put the podcasts and pink hats away my average whites

  • @WilRockQ
    @WilRockQ 3 місяці тому

    Regarding the authoritarian discussion - please look into what Hitler did to his political opponents when he came into power. He had them imprisoned. He also obliterated free speech. Our current political leaders are pushing all of this.

  • @palsheldon6520
    @palsheldon6520 3 місяці тому

    Excellent....

  • @Appalachian_Hippie
    @Appalachian_Hippie 4 місяці тому

    Critter, how can we cater to one persons needs and take away from the art 99% of people enjoy? Little Sadie forever. Doc Watson forever. Despite anyone’s sensitivity.

  • @lohmei3913
    @lohmei3913 4 місяці тому

    It's difficult to pick a favorite in this body of work but if I had to, it will have to be Through the Night.. I do a keyed down campfire version that has won this artist even more fans..

  • @jilzer
    @jilzer 4 місяці тому

    Fantastic epi!!!! 💜

  • @DanielWahlig
    @DanielWahlig 4 місяці тому

    Another great performance - equally masterfully played and captured. Jealous of that falsetto - beautiful stuff.

  • @WetFeetSux913
    @WetFeetSux913 4 місяці тому

    True story. BB gun. Buddy and me pack patio. No was going to shoot it straight up. He corrected me a lil. Pulled the trigger. BB went straight up. About 4-5 seconds later, heard it ripping through the tree leaves above us. BB bounced right off the coffee table about 6" from where I shot it.

  • @blakake
    @blakake 4 місяці тому

    Theyll kill a man out at 700+ yards

  • @cyberdemigod
    @cyberdemigod 4 місяці тому

    There is a book I did a report on jn school called Swallowing Stones that has that kinda thing happening as the plot start

  • @Stoney514
    @Stoney514 4 місяці тому

    Came for Cody. Subscribed because tis a quality cast.

    • @MorseCodePodcast
      @MorseCodePodcast 4 місяці тому

      we baited you with cody's irresistible presence

    • @Stoney514
      @Stoney514 4 місяці тому

      @@MorseCodePodcast b-lined that bait.

  • @heatherglow9119
    @heatherglow9119 4 місяці тому

    The light is a code

  • @DanielWahlig
    @DanielWahlig 4 місяці тому

    Loved the melodic lines in the guitar - great playing both of you!

  • @travis8947
    @travis8947 4 місяці тому

    Don’t let that lady hear Banks of the Ohio 💃

  • @RichardGilbert2727
    @RichardGilbert2727 4 місяці тому

    Lovely interview and performance!

  • @cherylwalker6619
    @cherylwalker6619 4 місяці тому

    Love this podcast, this music and this talented young woman! Go Abigail Rose!!!!!

    • @MorseCodePodcast
      @MorseCodePodcast 4 місяці тому

      Wow thank you! Abigail was a great guest. Plenty more coming!

  • @stephenhornby
    @stephenhornby 4 місяці тому

    Validity of horror and the shadow self are all well and good but the issue that these blokes overlook is the gendered nature of the violence depicted in murder ballads. It’s always men killing women and it’s the male characters story we get to hear, all we know of little Sadie is that she is brutally murdered for no reason. It’s not murder that’s the issue but gender based domestic violence. That said I love Critter and think this is a great interview. He is obviously an open minded guy who values personal growth so I hope he continues to grapple with these issues and continues to be open to other perspectives, particularly those of his female fans.

  • @kpire6066
    @kpire6066 5 місяців тому

    Love hearing this story. I saw her around that time. Astounding to watch her live. ❤

  • @charlesmorgan4485
    @charlesmorgan4485 5 місяців тому

    u mean the cornflakes gurl

  • @Putchki
    @Putchki 5 місяців тому

    Bono is Irish though not english