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Lessons With Marcel presents a fully animated sci-fi romp around outerspace with a 1930’s cartoon aesthetic! Marcel Ardans is joined by Hayes Griffin and whatever special guests they find while exploring the Appalachian Supercluster in this genre bending bluegrass podcast. Standby for a new transmission!
Meet The Crew

Marcel
Marcel, the namesake of Podcast With Marcel, is the assumed pilot of the Anteek. Once fisherman for the Monroe Corp., he is now a bluegrasstronaut turned runaway space bandit.

Hayes
Hayes, the co-host of Podcast With Marcel, is the engineer aboard the ship. Once fisherman for the Monroe Corp., he is now a bluegrasstronaut turned runaway space bandit.

J.D.
JD is a bartender bot that Marcel introduced to Hayes. He helped Hayes and Marcel steal a Monroe Corporation fishing vessel to escape Titan and travel the Appalachian Supercluster.

Anteek
Anteek is the loose-cannon sentient computer aboard the ship. Anteek was dormant until recently due to the boys never watching the orientation VHS for the ship.
Season One
In this transmission we discuss how hippies almost saved bluegrass during the folk revival. Hayes shares his Robert Plant story and we discuss modal fiddle tunes that are out of this world. Don’t miss this cosmic collision of bluegrass and space!
In this transmission we discuss how one forgotten singer influenced the future of bluegrass, country, and jazz. The boys discuss the etymology of “mash” and Hayes shares some of his favorite “backstepping” guitar exercises. Don’t miss this stellar fusion of bluegrass and intergalactic vibes!
In this transmission, we unveil the enigmatic tale of being cursed by a jazz wizard, explore the captivating twists of Hayes’ David Grier story. And amidst our musical musings, we find ourselves asking: where are we shoving that pig’s foot? Join us for a bewitching blend of bluegrass, jazz wizardry, and a curious quest for porcine placement!
In this transmission, we traverse the cosmic soundscape of murder ballads, weaving together the fateful murder of Stringbean, the history of these haunting songs, and the chilling saga of Roy Lee Centers. Join us on this interstellar voyage through bluegrass and murder ballads, where cosmic echoes blend with terrestrial melodies in eerie harmony.
In this transmission, explore a technological marvel as we unveil the history behind Tex Logan’s Christmas Times A-Comin’, a track that resonates across the Appalachian Supercluster… for better or worse. Experience Marcel’s cosmic misadventure as he gets snowed out of a gig. Feel the mystical allure of the diminished Christmas chord as we embark on a galactic exploration of the intersection between Christmas Classics and the cosmic unknown.
In this transmission, we unveil the cosmic controversy surrounding Gibson Guitars, revealing their alleged theft of their most iconic designs. Further unraveling this galactic intrigue, we also explore the unconventional tale of Leo Fender, who some claim had a hand in the demise of western swing music. Join us for this otherworldly journey through the cosmic chords and stolen constellations of musical history!
In this transmission, we explore the enchanting allure of bluegrass love songs, delving into the intricate interplay between emotional melodies and celestial lyrics. Among the tales of Bill Monroe’s journey, we uncover the legacy of his most memorable mistress, a muse who traversed the galactic expanse of bluegrass history. Join us for a stellar exploration of love and cosmic connection within the vibrant tapestry of bluegrass music!
In this transmission, we traverse the storied paths of Midwestern bluegrass, spotlighting the Osborne Brothers’ cosmic resonance within the region’s deep musical tapestry. Amidst the vast plains of Winfield, Kansas, we encounter the enigmatic Walnut Valley National Guitar Flatpicking Championships, a nexus where astral improvisations reverberate across the heartland’s soul. Join us for a journey through the harmonious intersection of tradition, innovation, and the endless skies of Midwestern bluegrass history!
In this transmission, we embark on a sonic odyssey through realms of bluegrass debauchery, where fiddles sing tales of hedonistic reverie. Amidst the Bohemian hills of the Czech Republic, we unearth clandestine roots, where moonshine-fueled jams echo through the galactic corridors of musical history. Join us for a journey where tradition collides with revelry with special guest Jack Devereux!
In this transmission, we delve into the turbulent orbits of bluegrass legends, where Jimmy Martin’s inebriated escapades at the Grand Ole Opry ignite like cosmic supernovas, leading to unforgettable brawls beneath the starry Nashville sky. Amidst this galactic turmoil, we uncover the fiery tale of Bill Monroe’s mandolin, shattered by a vengeful fire poker, its celestial melodies momentarily silenced. Join us as we navigate these stellar collisions, exploring the chaotic and vibrant constellations of bluegrass history!
Season Two
In this transmission, we hitch a ride aboard a passing space train where the fearless Daniel Patrick steers us into the orbit of his new mandolin album. Among the twinkling stars, Patrick shares tales of the all-star mandolinists who joined him and his travels across the galactic super highway. Join us as we journey through Daniel’s celestial jam session, where tradition meets innovation on a cosmic scale!
In this transmission, we descend into the eerie depths of bluegrass lore, where swampy ballads weave tales of the Näcken — a spectral fiddler luring souls to dark waters under a Scandinavian night sky. Within this shadowy realm, we unearth the mystical craft of bluegrass black magic, where rattlesnake tails rattle out spells and summon spectral harmonies from the bayou mist. Join us as we wade through this haunted galaxy of folklore and fiddle, exploring the arcane enchantments of bluegrass myth and mystery!