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Off the Record features interviews with local and national musicians as aired on WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2.

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#172
Friday · 41 min
Manta Ray - WKNC Interviews
Local upcoming band, Manta Ray, chats with Kendall about changing identities as a band, their newly released single ("Breathless"), and Raleigh's house show scene. View the episode transcript. Off The Record is a podcast produced by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2, student-run radio from NC State University. Like what you hear? Consider supporting it with a gift to the WKNC Enhancement Fund. Visit our podcast page to hear more and follow us on all social media platforms @WKNC881. Thanks for listening.
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#171
October 5 · 36 min
Ritwick Ghosh - WKNC Interviews
Dr. Ritwick Ghosh, an assistant professor at NC State, shares the inspiration behind his award-winning photograph in the Envisioning Research Competition, showing the importance of visually creative ways to communicate research. He delves into his journey working in environmental policy globally and talks about climate change today. His photograph is linked [here] (https://envisioning.research.ncsu.edu/2026-winners/) View the episode transcript. Off The Record is a podcast produced by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2, student-run radio from NC State University. Like what you hear? Consider supporting it with a gift to the WKNC Enhancement Fund. Visit our podcast page to hear more and follow us on all social media platforms @WKNC881. Thanks for listening.
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#170
September 21 · 46 min
Nelward - WKNC Interviews
WKNC's Slim Chino (Quinn Eyman) speaks with Nelward, an Atlanta-based art-pop artist mainly about his new album 'Stone Bogus'. View the episode transcript. Off The Record is a podcast produced by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2, student-run radio from NC State University. Like what you hear? Consider supporting it with a gift to the WKNC Enhancement Fund. Visit our podcast page to hear more and follow us on all social media platforms @WKNC881. Thanks for listening.
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#169
July 17 · 33 min
Tanner York - WKNC Interviews
The Martyroshka spoke with Tanner York, an upcoming artist from North Carolina, about his newest release, being Welcome to the Shower. They discussed the creative process behind this album, as well as Tanner York's artistic influences, in addition to questions about his prior shows and upcoming multi-state tour. Tanner York will be performing in North Carolina on July 23rd in Durham, NC at the Fuzzy Needle, in addition to July 24th at Static Age in Asheville, NC.
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#168
March 2 · 32 min
Diamond Forde - WKNC Interviews
WKNC's slacker interviews Dr. Diamond Forde, poet and professor of Creative Writing at NC State University, about performance, her creative process and the inspiration behind her newest collection, "The Book of Alice."
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#167
Nov 25, 2025 · 38 min
Ajena - WKNC Interviews
In this episode of Off The Record, Lachlan Vester interviews Ajena, a Raleigh-based band.
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#166
Nov 14, 2025 · 12 min
Constance Old - WKNC Interviews
Constance Old is an Eco-Artist based in Connecticut spanning 2D graphic practices to 3D weaving and fiber based work utilizing 'consumer detritus', so mostly plastic. Her work calls attention to the vast surplus of packaging materials excreted by our current industrial landscape yet makes them beautiful and re-enlivened. Her recent work based in trash pick ups featuring knots of lobster trap ropes curated by the oceans vortex highlights the beauty of our natural systems and our complex relationship with them, ultimately calling to action environmental awareness. As North Carolinians who steward lands from mountains to marshes, Constance's work calls attention to the enriching opportunity for artists and community members based in clean up initiatives and creativity weaved into our daily lives by how we chose to capture and portraiture ourselves.
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#165
Oct 27, 2025 · 13 min
Lilly Flower - WKNC Interviews
NC band Lilly Flower talks their discography, evolution, collaboration and curated soundscape of inspirations. Blending punk, electronic, and ambient styles Lilly Flower is amping up the Raleigh scene after live shows at Chanel Beads and Hopscotch music festival and are brewing up new music as their bands sound grows together.
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#163
Oct 10, 2025 · 18 min
Sophia Stel - WKNC Interviews
Sophia Stel reflects on her discography, sonic worlds and creative process; commenting on the factors that led to the projects and their sounds. Her work in deeply intertwined with personal experience referencing and building worlds off of her own intertwined with heartbreaks and personal renaissances. Inspired by pop and alternative pop, Stel blends genre and practices to create jams across the board.
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#164
Oct 9, 2025 · 59 min
Kitty Craft - WKNC Interviews
Pando met with Pamela Valfer of Kitty Craft to discuss her triumphant return to the Flower Patch, how she's been preparing for her East Coast tour, and what fans can expect for future Kitty Craft projects.
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#162
Sep 30, 2025 · 27 min
BRICK - WKNC Interviews
Lachlan Vester presents an interview with Raleigh hardcore outfit BRICK following their show at the Merwin house and leading up to their performance at Locals only.
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#161
Sep 10, 2025 · 15 min
shinyhunt - WKNC Interviews
An interview with Copenhagen's shinyhunt about their project and sound.
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#160
Aug 25, 2025 · 23 min
Saved by the 90s - WKNC Interviews
DJ Sharkbite interviews Alex Rossiter and Nat Esten from Saved by the 90s ahead of their performance at Packapalooza. The band, based in New York City, has been together since 2010, performing a mix of 90s music. The band encourages fans to dress in 90s attire and aims to bring high energy to every show.
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#159
Aug 19, 2025 · 13 min
Looking into the sound design behind Opal99's Hell Squad 2: Fresh Meat
Evie Dallmann interviews Carter Bentley and Connor Smith about their sound design for the film "Hell Squad 2: Fresh Meat." Carter, who invited Connor to join the team, highlights the extensive work involved in the sequel. Connor shares his excitement about incorporating his own music into the film, including songs he made for other projects. They discuss the synth-focused score, inspired by John Carpenter, and the use of a clock tower melody. Connor emphasizes the importance of respecting and sampling from various influences, aiming to create a unique and culturally relevant soundtrack. The conversation also touches on the balance between horror and humor in the film.
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#158
Jul 9, 2025 · 13 min
Slow Crush - WKNC Interviews
Singer of Belgium-based 'Slow Crush' Isa talks about the band, shoegaze and metal.
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#157
Jun 5, 2025 · 24 min
Amelia Leonard - WKNC Interviews
WKNC's Valerie Gorham interviews Amelia Leonard, an indie folk artist from Durham, North Carolina. Amelia discusses her musical journey, starting with her first album "Lionhearted," inspired by her father's encouragement and her love for folk music. Her second album, "Prego Brego," is named after a scene from "The Lord of the Rings" that resonated with her. Amelia's songwriting is a therapeutic outlet, often reflecting her personal experiences.
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#156
Jun 4, 2025 · 20 min
No Joy - WKNC Interviews
No Joy's Jasamine White-Gluz talks her new album with collaborator 'Fire-Toolz', 'Bugland', its references to nature and art forms like fashion and film as well as the band's discography overall including albums 'More Faithful', 'Wait To Pleasure', 'Drool Sucker' 'Creep and 'Motherhood'.
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#155
May 16, 2025 · 25 min
Benton - WKNC Interviews
Interview with Benton about sound design and scoring as well as set design and jazz.
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#154
Apr 18, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Poinsettia - WKNC Interviews
Poinsettia discuss their songs and their personal reflections on life, nostalgia, and societal issues. They highlight the themes of "New Cure" and "Accident," which explore the human condition of seeking happiness and the transient nature of success. The band also touches on the impact of environmental issues and societal shifts.
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#153
Apr 3, 2025 · 33 min
Lawn Enforcement - WKNC Interviews
Lawn Enforcement is a Wilmington-based alternative rock band. WKNC caught up with their lead singer, Max, on their latest projects and their creative process.
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