Episode 209 - The Fender Electric XII with Anand Wilder

Brooklyn-based musician Anand Wilder spent many years in the band Yeasayer. Now, he’s got a new solo album out. It’s called I Don’t Know My Words, and we love it. We got on the horn with Anand to discuss the record, and all kinds of other things, including the Fender Electric XII guitar. By the time it came out, not only was the electric folk boom petering out, but Rickenbacker had long since claimed the 12-string market, when they gave the second instrument they ever made to some dude named George Harrison. Enjoy!

Beverages!

Podcasting is thirsty work; it’s crucial that everyone involved stay hydrated. The following fine beverages contributed to the success of this episode: Special Guest Anand Wilder came prepared with some seriously strong Ahmad Ceylon Tea. This week, Ed again enjoyed water. This time it was in a can, lovingly, uh, canned by the fine folk at Rambler. John went way out of his comfort zone, and tried his hand at some seriously nasty canned banana bubble tea. He took a nap and now he's fine...

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