NPR's Mountain Stage

NPR's Mountain Stage

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The Mountain Stage Podcast is the complete recording of the entire live show. It features songs that were cut from the radio broadcast, and it is the only place you can hear the full finale song. New episodes become available about 10 days after the premiere broadcast date. We have Spring and Fall seasons of new broadcasts, so if you heard a recent show but don’t see it at the top of the feed, just scroll back a few weeks or use the search function to find a specific artist.
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1,035 - Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn

NPR's Mountain StageJun 25, 2024
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02:22:57
1,046 - Blitzen Trapper, Low Cut Connie, Town Mountain, and Humbird

1,046 - Blitzen Trapper, Low Cut Connie, Town Mountain, and Humbird

This episode was recorded on November 10th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Blitzen Trapper, Low Cut Connie, Town Mountain, and Humbird. https://bit.ly/4gv55LG

Dec 23, 202402:18:32
1,045 - Brother Elsey, Jenny Owen Youngs, Matt Pond PA, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, and Jeremy Short

1,045 - Brother Elsey, Jenny Owen Youngs, Matt Pond PA, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, and Jeremy Short

This episode was recorded on November 3rd, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Brother Elsey, Jenny Owen Youngs, Matt Pond PA, Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms, and Jeremy Short. http://bit.ly/3Pl761n

Dec 17, 202402:24:11
1,044 - Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, Will Hoge, Alex Cuba, MALINDA, and Sarah Siskind
Nov 18, 202402:24:26
1,043 - JD Simo & Luther Dickinson, Paul Kelly, Kyle Tuttle Band, John Craigie, and Wayne Graham

1,043 - JD Simo & Luther Dickinson, Paul Kelly, Kyle Tuttle Band, John Craigie, and Wayne Graham

This episode was recorded on October 20th, 2024 at Joan C. Edwards PAC in Huntington, WV. The lineup includes JD Simo & Luther Dickinson, Paul Kelly, Kyle Tuttle Band, John Craigie, and Wayne Graham. http://bit.ly/3AIaZcS

Nov 13, 202402:31:58
1,042 - Kyshona, American Patchwork Quartet, The Brother Brothers, and Stephanie Lambring

1,042 - Kyshona, American Patchwork Quartet, The Brother Brothers, and Stephanie Lambring

This episode was recorded on October 6th, 2024 at Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, WV. The lineup includes Kyshona, American Patchwork Quartet, The Brother Brothers, and Stephanie Lambring. https://bit.ly/4fjALTN

Nov 05, 202402:17:43
1,041 - Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett

1,041 - Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett

This episode was recorded on September 21st, 2024 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Todd Snider, Amy Helm, Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors, and Randall Bramblett. https://bit.ly/48tV4vl

Oct 30, 202402:21:46
1,040 - Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Swamp Dogg, and Tim Heidecker

1,040 - Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Swamp Dogg, and Tim Heidecker

This episode was recorded on September 20th, 2024 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Madi Diaz, Judith Owen, The Dead Tongues, Swamp Dogg, and Tim Heidecker. https://bit.ly/3YvWUs7

Oct 22, 202402:26:46
1,039 - Joe Pug, Jobi Riccio, Carrie Newcomer, Curtis McMurtry, and The Local Honeys

1,039 - Joe Pug, Jobi Riccio, Carrie Newcomer, Curtis McMurtry, and The Local Honeys

This episode was recorded on August 25th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Joe Pug, Jobi Riccio, Carrie Newcomer, Curtis McMurtry, and The Local Honeys. https://bit.ly/4dJSWAq

Oct 15, 202402:22:56
1,038 - Paul Thorn, Raul Midón, Wood Box Heroes, Eden Brent, and Jett Holden

1,038 - Paul Thorn, Raul Midón, Wood Box Heroes, Eden Brent, and Jett Holden

This episode was recorded on August 18th, 2024 at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center. The lineup includes Paul Thorn, Raul Midón, Wood Box Heroes, Eden Brent, and Jett Holden. https://bit.ly/4dJSWAq

Oct 08, 202402:22:14
1,037 - Maggie Rose, The Brothers Comatose, Kelsey Waldon, Myron Elkins, and Fantastic Cat

1,037 - Maggie Rose, The Brothers Comatose, Kelsey Waldon, Myron Elkins, and Fantastic Cat

This episode was recorded on June 23rd, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Maggie Rose, The Brothers Comatose, Kelsey Waldon, Myron Elkins, and Fantastic Cat. https://bit.ly/3zGG3Js

Oct 01, 202402:23:44
1,036 - John R. Miller, Cris Jacobs, Lindsay Lou, Jeffrey Martin, and Margo Cilker

1,036 - John R. Miller, Cris Jacobs, Lindsay Lou, Jeffrey Martin, and Margo Cilker

This episode was recorded on June 16th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes John R. Miller, Cris Jacobs, Lindsay Lou, Jeffrey Martin, and Margo Cilker. https://bit.ly/3THMOkX

Sep 24, 202402:28:36
1,035 - Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn

1,035 - Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn

This episode was recorded on May 19th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Southern Avenue, Driftwood, Elvie Shane, Melissa Ferrick, and Jeff Plankenhorn. https://bit.ly/3xyjyVZ

Jun 25, 202402:22:57
1,034- Suzy Bogguss, Stephane Wrembel, Mama's Broke, Denitia, and Goldpine

1,034- Suzy Bogguss, Stephane Wrembel, Mama's Broke, Denitia, and Goldpine

This episode was recorded on May 12th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Suzy Bogguss, Stephane Wrembel, Mama's Broke, Denitia, and Goldpine. https://bit.ly/4c3Wei5

Jun 18, 202402:26:22
1,033- Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mars, Fellow Pynins, The Wandering Hearts, and Rebecca Porter

1,033- Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mars, Fellow Pynins, The Wandering Hearts, and Rebecca Porter

This episode was recorded on April 28th, 2024 at WVU's Canaday Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Ruthie Foster, Charlie Mars, Fellow Pynins, The Wandering Hearts, Rebecca Porter, and guest host David Mayfield. https://bit.ly/4aMlc3Z

Jun 04, 202402:41:27
1,032- Bettye LaVette, Keller Williams, Kim Richey, The Langan Band, Megan Jean's Secret Family

1,032- Bettye LaVette, Keller Williams, Kim Richey, The Langan Band, Megan Jean's Secret Family

This episode was recorded on April 21st, 2024 at Ohio Univeristy's Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio. The lineup includes Bettye LaVette, Keller Williams, Kim Richey, The Langan Band, Megan Jean's Secret Family. https://bit.ly/4aGU9H9

May 30, 202402:33:43
1,031-Duke Robillard Band, Cedric Burnside, Sam Weber, Las Cafeteras, and The Black Feathers

1,031-Duke Robillard Band, Cedric Burnside, Sam Weber, Las Cafeteras, and The Black Feathers

This episode was recorded on March 24th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Duke Robillard Band, Cedric Burnside, Sam Weber, Las Cafeteras, and The Black Feathers. https://bit.ly/3UoAENn

May 28, 202402:29:44
1,030 - Nothin' Fancy, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Rory Block, Ed Snodderly, and Meredith Moon

1,030 - Nothin' Fancy, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Rory Block, Ed Snodderly, and Meredith Moon

This episode was recorded on March 17th, 2024 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Nothin' Fancy, Missy Raines & Allegheny, Rory Block, Ed Snodderly, and Meredith Moon.  https://bit.ly/3xMupLZ

Apr 23, 202402:17:40
1,029 - Tim O'Brien Band, Karan Casey, Dirk & Amelia Powell, and Tin Men

1,029 - Tim O'Brien Band, Karan Casey, Dirk & Amelia Powell, and Tin Men

This episode was recorded on March 10th, 2024 at WVU's Canaday Creative Arts Center. The lineup includes Tim O'Brien Band, Karan Casey, Dirk & Amelia Powell, and Tin Men. https://bit.ly/3W4bOF7

Apr 18, 202401:52:23
1,028- Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet, Bruce Cockburn, and The Lucky Valentines

1,028- Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet, Bruce Cockburn, and The Lucky Valentines

This episode was recorded on February 1st, 2024 at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California. The lineup includes Colin Hay, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Chuck Prophet & The Make Out Quartet, Bruce Cockburn, and The Lucky Valentines. https://bit.ly/3vCxWf8

Apr 09, 202402:39:44
1,027 - The Steel Wheels, Leslie Mendelson, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, Upstate, and Peter One

1,027 - The Steel Wheels, Leslie Mendelson, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, Upstate, and Peter One

This episode was recorded on January 14th, 2024 at West Virginia Uinversity's Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes The Steel Wheels, Leslie Mendelson, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, Upstate, and Peter One.  https://bit.ly/3J5W2BK

Apr 02, 202402:30:42
1,026 - James McMurtry, Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche, John Doyle & Mick McAuley, Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, Tommy Prine, and Marc Harshman

1,026 - James McMurtry, Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche, John Doyle & Mick McAuley, Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, Tommy Prine, and Marc Harshman

This episode was recorded on December 3rd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes James McMurtry, Suzzy Roche & Lucy Wainwright Roche, John Doyle & Mick McAuley, Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White, Tommy Prine, and Marc Harshman. https://bit.ly/4aBn4Ns

Apr 01, 202402:47:46
1,025- Joan Osborne, Nellie McKay, David Mayfield, Todd Burge, and Jake Kohn

1,025- Joan Osborne, Nellie McKay, David Mayfield, Todd Burge, and Jake Kohn

This episode was recorded on December 3rd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Joan Osborne, Nellie McKay, David Mayfield, Todd Burge, and Jake Kohn.  https://bit.ly/494ksGD

Mar 26, 202402:21:14
"Funny You Should Sing That" Special

"Funny You Should Sing That" Special

‘Funny You Should Sing That’ is a special episode featuring odd and unusual takes on familiar subjects. This compilation features performances by Randy Newman, Todd Snider, Julia Sweeney, Jeff Daniels, The Roches, Jill Sobule, and many more as they tackle the topics of love, sex, religion, politics, general absurdity, and possibly the most sordid of all… a career in the music business. 

Jan 09, 202401:55:13
1,023 - Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe

1,023 - Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe

This episode was recorded on October 15th, 2023 at the WVU Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Vince Herman Band, Roy Book Binder, Teddy Thompson & Jenni Muldaur, Kat Wright, and Larry & Joe.

https://bit.ly/46I8v8s

Nov 28, 202302:25:32
1,022 - Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater

1,022 - Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater

This episode was recorded on October 1st, 2023 at the Moss Arts Center in Blacksburg, VA. The lineup includes Hot Tuna, Mick Flannery, Viv & Riley, William Lee Ellis, and Kaia Kater.

https://bit.ly/3GapGo7

Nov 21, 202302:27:39
1,021 - Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist

1,021 - Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist

This episode was recorded on September 24rd, 2023 at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN. The lineup includes Jason Isbell, Hailey Whitters, The Band of Heathens, Tracy Nelson, and Adeem the Artist. 

Nov 14, 202302:22:36
1,020 - Steve Earle, Elizabeth Cook, Sam Bush, Sarah Lee Guthrie, and Chris Pierce
Nov 07, 202302:24:46
1,019 - Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, Jerry Douglas, Jason Carter and Friends, The Watson Twins, and Davisson Brothers Band

1,019 - Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, Jerry Douglas, Jason Carter and Friends, The Watson Twins, and Davisson Brothers Band

This episode was recorded on August 27th, 2023 at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg, WV. The lineup includes Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, Jerry Douglas, Jason Carter and Friends, The Watson Twins, and Davisson Brothers Band. https://bit.ly/46Zn3l2

Nov 01, 202302:24:45
1,018 - Booker T. Jones, Chris Smither, Karla Bonoff, Steve Poltz, and Amber Rubarth

1,018 - Booker T. Jones, Chris Smither, Karla Bonoff, Steve Poltz, and Amber Rubarth

This episode was recorded on August 6th, 2023 at the Green Music Center in Rohnert Park, California. The lineup includes Booker T. Jones, Chris Smither, Karla Bonoff, Steve Poltz, and Amber Rubarth. https://bit.ly/3MfEMvQ

Oct 24, 202302:46:30
1,017 - John Pizzarelli, Maria Muldaur, Jennifer Hartswick Band, Melissa Carper, and Gabriel Royal
Oct 17, 202302:42:30
1,016 - Donna the Buffalo, Alisa Amador, David Jacobs-Strain & Bob Beach, Jon Byrd, and David Childers & The Serpents

1,016 - Donna the Buffalo, Alisa Amador, David Jacobs-Strain & Bob Beach, Jon Byrd, and David Childers & The Serpents

This episode was recorded on June 18th, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Donna the Buffalo, Alisa Amador, David Jacobs-Strain & Bob Beach, Jon Byrd, and David Childers & The Serpents. https://bit.ly/45nWQuB

Oct 11, 202302:27:43
1,015 - Drive-By Truckers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Eilen Jewell, Jake Blount & Nic Gareiss, and Tomberlin
Oct 03, 202302:31:53
1,014 - Amy Ray Band, The Lone Bellow, Alison Brown, Tony Furtado, and Villages

1,014 - Amy Ray Band, The Lone Bellow, Alison Brown, Tony Furtado, and Villages

This episode was recorded on May 7th, 2023 at Peoples Bank Theatre in Marietta, Ohio. The lineup includes Amy Ray Band, The Lone Bellow, Alison Brown, Tony Furtado, and Villages. https://bit.ly/3rvL9UY

Sep 27, 202302:31:60
1,013 - Wilco, Guy Davis, Peter Case, and Garrison Starr
Sep 19, 202302:27:29
Covers Special

Covers Special

We touch on the songs of Bob Dylan with performances by The Band, Chris Smither, Jimmy LaFave, and The Derek Trucks Band. The songs of Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter are done by Joan Osborne, Catherine Russell, and Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams. Brandi Carlile does Leonard Cohen and Mary Black covers Joni Mitchell. You'll also hear various interpretations of Springsteen, Zevon, The Beatles and more. https://buff.ly/3PfQKrn

Sep 12, 202301:55:25
"Festival Favorites" special
Jun 06, 202302:03:42
1,012 - Robbie Fulks, The Gibson Brothers, Jaimee Harris, Anna Tivel, and Nicholas Jamerson

1,012 - Robbie Fulks, The Gibson Brothers, Jaimee Harris, Anna Tivel, and Nicholas Jamerson

This episode was recorded on April 16th, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Robbie Fulks, The Gibson Brothers, Jaimee Harris, Anna Tivel, and Nicholas Jamerson. https://bit.ly/3WHNQhb

May 30, 202302:22:38
1,011- Calexico, Steve Forbert, David Wax Museum, David Huckfelt, and Anna Mieke

1,011- Calexico, Steve Forbert, David Wax Museum, David Huckfelt, and Anna Mieke

This episode was recorded on April 2nd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Calexico, Steve Forbert, David Wax Museum, David Huckfelt, and Anna Mieke. https://bit.ly/3MPRZwa

May 23, 202302:27:47
1,010-The High Kings, Tom Paxton, Catherine Russell, The Don Juans, and Kindred Valley

1,010-The High Kings, Tom Paxton, Catherine Russell, The Don Juans, and Kindred Valley

This episode was recorded on March 26thth, 2023, at Keith Albee Theater in Huntington, WV. The lineup includes The High Kings, Tom Paxton, Catherine Russell, The Don Juans, and Kindred Valley. https://bit.ly/3OgUOHR

May 16, 202302:29:06
#1,009 - Darlingside, Altan, Royal Wood, Rachael Sage, and Dear Darling
May 10, 202302:15:44
1,008 - Lizz Wright, Glen Phillips, Chuck Prophet & Mission Express, Bailen, and The Beths

1,008 - Lizz Wright, Glen Phillips, Chuck Prophet & Mission Express, Bailen, and The Beths

This episode was recorded on March 5th, 2023, at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Lizz Wright, Glen Phillips, Chuck Prophet & Mission Express, Bailen, and The Beths. https://bit.ly/3LM5s7F

May 02, 202302:33:36
1,007- David Bromberg Quintet, Peter Rowan, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, The High Hawks, and Nora Brown & Stephanie Coleman

1,007- David Bromberg Quintet, Peter Rowan, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, The High Hawks, and Nora Brown & Stephanie Coleman

This episode was recorded on February 24th, 2023, at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC. The lineup includes David Bromberg Quintet, Peter Rowan, Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams, The High Hawks, and Nora Brown & Stephanie Coleman. https://bit.ly/3V9xU6z

Apr 25, 202302:33:17
1,006 - Victoria Victoria feat. Charlie Hunter, Cass McCombs, Scott Mulvahill, Juliana Riolino, and Steady Holiday

1,006 - Victoria Victoria feat. Charlie Hunter, Cass McCombs, Scott Mulvahill, Juliana Riolino, and Steady Holiday

This episode was recorded on January 22nd, 2023 at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Victoria Victoria feat. Charlie Hunter, Cass McCombs, Scott Mulvahill, Juliana Riolino, and Steady Holiday. https://bit.ly/3KUVrnk

Apr 18, 202302:06:27
1,005 - Tim O’Brien Band, David Mayfield Parade, Dirty Grass Players, Philip Bowen, and Lauren Calve

1,005 - Tim O’Brien Band, David Mayfield Parade, Dirty Grass Players, Philip Bowen, and Lauren Calve

This episode was recorded on January 8th, 2023, at the Culture Center Theater in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Tim O’Brien Band, David Mayfield Parade, Dirty Grass Players, Philip Bowen, and Lauren Calve. https://bit.ly/3KwaEL1

Apr 11, 202302:17:32
1,004 - Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart, The Brother Brothers, Alice Howe with Freebo, The Bing Brothers feat. Jake Krack, and poet Marc Harshman

1,004 - Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart, The Brother Brothers, Alice Howe with Freebo, The Bing Brothers feat. Jake Krack, and poet Marc Harshman

Our 39th-anniversary episode was recorded on December 18th, 2022, in Charleston, WV. The lineup includes Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart, The Brother Brothers, Alice Howe with Freebo, The Bing Brothers feat. Jake Krack, and poet Marc Harshman. https://bit.ly/3ZIBPrV

Apr 04, 202302:25:20
"Love" Special

"Love" Special

As love slowly fills the air, Mountain Stage is heading into February with a very special episode, curated by our artistic director Larry Groce, with help from the Mountain Stage team of producers. The show is presented in four parts: “Isn’t Love Great,” “You Get It All,” “The Same Love That Makes You Laugh”, and “I Know Love Is All I Need.” We hear live performances from Robert Cray Band, Rhiannon Giddens, The Band, Adia Victoria, Emmylou Harris, Los Lobos, Joy Oladokun, Joan Osborne and more. https://bit.ly/414sxbF

Feb 13, 202301:55:24
1,003 - Rosanne Cash, Loudon Wainwright III, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, and Ali McGuirk

1,003 - Rosanne Cash, Loudon Wainwright III, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, and Ali McGuirk

This episode was recorded on December 4th, 2022, at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. MA. The lineup includes Rosanne Cash, Loudon Wainwright III, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, and Ali McGuirk. Podcast support is provided by Diversified Energy. https://bit.ly/40fqyAQ

Jan 30, 202302:35:53
1,002 - The War and Treaty, The Commonheart, The Nth Power, The A’s, and Deni Bonet
Jan 12, 202302:24:18
From 2014: Del McCoury Band, The Travelin' McCourys feat. Keller Williams, Susan Werner, and more

From 2014: Del McCoury Band, The Travelin' McCourys feat. Keller Williams, Susan Werner, and more

This encore episode was originally recorded in 2014 in Charleston, WV. The show features The Del McCoury Band, The Travelin' McCourys feat. Keller Williams, Susan Werner, Mandolin Orange (Watchhouse), Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnnie Irion. Podcast support is provided by Diversified Energy. https://bit.ly/3Bh34QO
Dec 07, 202201:55:16
1,001- John Fullbright, Willi Carlisle, Matt the Electrician, Jesse Milnes & Emily Miller, and more

1,001- John Fullbright, Willi Carlisle, Matt the Electrician, Jesse Milnes & Emily Miller, and more

This episode was recorded on October 23rd, 2022, in Pittsburg, KS. The lineup includes John Fullbright, Willi Carlisle, Matt the Electrician, Jesse Milnes & Emily Miller, and Martha Scanlan & Jon Neufeld. Podcast support is provided by Diversified Energy.https://bit.ly/3ONK2qJ
Nov 29, 202202:27:60