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#51 Does Your Pickguard Kill Your Tone? Hayes Griffin Weighs In
Jun 23, 2026
42m 35s
#50 Four Chords to Solo Concerts: Malin Foxdal's Octave Mandolin Journey
May 19, 2026
49m 53s
# 49 Karl Tirén: Composing, Band Leadership & Overcoming Injury
Apr 21, 2026
51m 56s
#48 The Making Of Bingsjö Lilla Långdans
Mar 10, 2026
36m 04s
#47 Deconstructing a Classic: When You Wish Upon a Star
Feb 10, 2026
17m 49s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 6/23/26 | #51 Does Your Pickguard Kill Your Tone? Hayes Griffin Weighs In | Join Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin as they discuss gear essentials, touring adventures, and what happens when you remove a pickguard from your mandolin. Hayes shares his inspiring experience at Blue Ridge Guitar Camp with flat-picking heroes and his recent European tour backing Beppe Gambetta in Italy. Discover the community's favorite cleaning products—including the legendary Fast Fret string cleaner—and debate the pickguard question: does it really affect your tone? Plus, ... | 42m 35s | ||||||
| 5/19/26 | #50 Four Chords to Solo Concerts: Malin Foxdal's Octave Mandolin Journey | Join Magnus Zetterlund as he welcomes Swedish artist Malin Foxdal to discuss her journey with the octave mandolin, from knowing just four chords to performing solo concerts. Malin shares insights on her two new ensembles—one rooted in Swedish and Celtic folk, another exploring improvised poetry and jazz. Discover her philosophy of learning through doing, the liberating power of stage improvisation, and how the octave mandolin became her creative voice. Plus, hear live performances of "Ingens ... | 49m 53s | ||||||
| 4/21/26 | # 49 Karl Tirén: Composing, Band Leadership & Overcoming Injury | Join Magnus Zetterlund as he sits down with Swedish mandolin player, bandleader, and composer Karl Tirén to discuss his innovative Atlas project—a unique trio featuring mandolin, trombone, and double bass. Karl shares his compositional process, the journey from injury to inspiration with the tune "At Last," and how he practices through playing rather than drilling scales. Links: Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Connect with Karl Tirén: Instagram: @kar... | 51m 56s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | #48 The Making Of Bingsjö Lilla Långdans | Go behind the scenes as Magnus Zeterlund breaks down his latest release, "Bingsjö Lilla Långdans"—a traditional Swedish tune reimagined on electric octave mandolin and guitar. Discover how he adapted the melody, layered harmonies across different octaves, and programmed drums in Logic Pro. Magnus shares his workflow for multitracking, why he chose certain tones, and the three biggest lessons learned: separating instrument sounds, editing drums at the event level, and deciding track length ear... | 36m 04s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | #47 Deconstructing a Classic: When You Wish Upon a Star | In this episode: Magnus Zetterlund takes a deep dive into his unique mandolin arrangement of the 1940 Disney classic. Using an AI-generated technical overview as a jumping-off point, he explores the intersection of music theory, instrument physics, and emotional delivery. Technical Key Points Covered: The "Spice" of the A7#5: Why Magnus used an augmented dominant chord to create tension and Sophistication in the A-section.Harmonic Sophistication: A breakdown of the Dm7(b5) to G7 (ii-V-I) prog... | 17m 49s | ||||||
| 1/13/26 | #46 Pick Slanting Breakthroughs & Practice Priorities for 2026 | Join Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin as they wrap up 2025 and dive into the real work happening in practice rooms across the mandolin community. In this candid conversation, Magnus and Hayes get technical about pick slanting and escape motions—the breakthrough technique that's transforming their playing after decades of double-escaping. They also tackle practical questions from the community about practice routines, gear choices, and how to stay motivated on your musical journey. Whether ... | 49m 56s | ||||||
| 9/16/25 | #45 Your best practice advices | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What are the best practice advice or helpful tips you have learned?Did you attend any good concerts this summer?Magnus biggest take aways from the workshops at Grenna Bluegrass Festival with Tristan ScrogginsMagnus’s new video lesson for pinky power.Hayes’ new video for Northfield Signal Electric Guitar.Hayes’ new Bulas two-point mandolin. Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more epi... | 50m 19s | ||||||
| 8/19/25 | #44 How to find a good teacher? | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: When getting started, were you mostly self-taught or did you take lessons?What got you to pick up the mandolin the first time?Magnus is sharing videos of himself testing out the entire mandolin family: mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin, and mandocello.Hayes is sharing info and details about his new beginner course “Play Bluegrass Guitar in 30 days”. Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for... | 43m 27s | ||||||
| 7/29/25 | #43 Getting the most out of workshops with Tristan Scroggins | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund interviews one of the young mandolin stars in the bluegrass scene, Tristan Scroggins. He is a musician based in Nashville, and we recorded this episode while he’s on tour with Missy Raines’ band. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: Being on the roadWomen in bluegrass music Learning from other instruments like banjo and fiddleHow to get the most out of camps and worksh... | 1h 01m 30s | ||||||
| 7/1/25 | #42 // Should you play the electric mandolin? | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What are your thoughts about the electric mandolin?Hayes’s new video lesson about The OTHER mandolin scale you need to knowWhat is the most stupid comment you got when you said you play the mandolin?Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Jonathan Mann, Electric Mandolins http://www.manndolins.com/ Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast | 31m 23s | ||||||
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| 6/3/25 | #41 Learning a new instrument | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: Learning a new instrument.5 Tips for Jam SessionsThe great online resource for learning the bass guitar, Study Bass by Andrew PouskaThings to consider when purchasing an instrument.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Study Bass, Andrew Pouska https://www.studybass.com/ Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast | 40m 53s | ||||||
| 5/6/25 | #40 Learning for the long term with David Betcher | In this podcast episode, I(Magnus Zetterlund) am chatting with my student, David Betcher, from Michigan, USA. A few of the subjects we touched upon are: Taking one step back to take two steps ahead.Learning to play the mandolin as an adult differs from learning to play as a kid.Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast If you want personal guidance from Magnus, you can follow this link to book an intro call: https://www.mandolinsecrets.com/apply | 20m 26s | ||||||
| 4/8/25 | #39 How to use the entire fretboard | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: What is your biggest struggle when it comes to fretboard knowledge?How do you visualize scales on the mandolin and guitar? Boxes, finger patterns, etc. Is there a book you’ve read that was valuable for your music playing?Magnus’s new video lesson shows a hero lick from Sierra Hull.The upcoming Fretboard Success program, in April 2025. Hayes’s one string guitar solo.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the sho... | 36m 53s | ||||||
| 3/4/25 | #38 Where do you find inspiration? | In this month’s episode, Magnus Zetterlund and Hayes Griffin are discussing: Where do you find the songs/tunes that inspire you?Do you have music goals for 2025?Magnus’s new YouTube video where he shows his pedal board with mandolin effects. Hayes’s new metal guitar arrangement of Big Sciota.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast | 30m 42s | ||||||
| 1/28/25 | #37 Finding your own style with Radim Zenkl | In this month’s episode, Magnus interviews one of the most innovative mandolin players on the world, Radim Zenkl, from the Czech Republic. He plays a variety of styles and genres and has a career in both USA and Europe. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: Finding your own styleBeing influenced about different music genresBeing a professional musician + Much moreHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. The websit... | 35m 00s | ||||||
| 12/23/24 | #36 Holiday greetings and gear talk | In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund are discussing: What music-related items are on your holiday wish list this year?Does your mood affect your music playing or practice?Are you joining the Mandolin Player’s Holiday Challenge?Magnus’s new three-part arrangement of We Wish You A Merry ChristmasHayes’s guitar arrangements of We Wish You A Merry Christmas Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show: Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcas... | 35m 20s | ||||||
| 11/26/24 | #35 Play by tabs/notation vs by ear | In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund are discussing: The 5th anniversary of Mandolin Secrets Academy. How to use the powerful back-chaining technique while memorizing music. Playing baroque music on the mandolin while highlighting Magnus’s new classical mandolin lesson “The prelude from Bach’s 1st Cello Suite”. We asked our community: Do you mostly play by tabs, notation, or by ear?Do you mostly play by tabs, notation, by ear, or by eye and ear?Do you attend music camp... | 33m 41s | ||||||
| 10/29/24 | #34 How to succeed with contest playing | In this podcast episode, Hayes Griffin and Magnus Zetterlund discuss the interesting subject of contest playing. Why do it? How to apply? What to focus on? It's not only a general discussion; they also look deeper at Hayes's successful adventure when he placed 2nd at Walnut Valley Festival, National Flat-Picking Championships, Winfield, KS, in September 2024. We are highlighting: The good reasons to attend a contestWhat makes a good contest repertoireHow to craft a winning arrangementHa... | 43m 19s | ||||||
| 10/1/24 | #33 Show up for the mandolin every day with Patricia Cleary | Magnus interviews mandolin player Patricia Cleary from Seattle in this month's episode. She's a member of Mandolin Secrets Academy and talks about her way of keeping focus and showing up for the mandolin daily with Magnus's guidance. It's inspiring to listen to her interesting view on the mandolin as a great depressant and anti-anxiety. "You can't be angry or sad playing the mandolin; it evokes so much joy!" Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast If yo... | 22m 14s | ||||||
| 9/3/24 | #32 Play good bluegrass breaks with Hayes Griffin | This month’s episode was recorded in a car, and Magnus and Hayes are having a discussion about: Hayes’s visit to Swedenthe Grenna Bluegrass FestivalLeading workshops for players at different levelsPlaying good bluegrass breaksThe art of slow and steady progress making+ Much moreHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Grenna Bluegrass Festival https://www.grennabluegrass.se/ | 35m 36s | ||||||
| 8/6/24 | #31 Being a multi-instrumentalist with Ondra Kozák | In this month’s episode, Magnus interviews one of Europe’s top bluegrass musicians, Ondra Kozák, from the Czech Republic. He plays mandolin, guitar, fiddle/violin, dobro, bass, etc. The episode is full of good tips from a professional music maker, and there is an exciting discussion about: - Being a multi-instrumentalist - The bluegrass scene in the Czech Republic - Being a professional musician - + Much more Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show: The website of Ondra Ko... | 34m 04s | ||||||
| 7/9/24 | #30 What is your favorite instrument shop and why? | In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: What is the best low-cost or "budget" instrument you've played?What is your favorite instrument shop and why?Do you perform any mandolin maintenance/repair yourself or take it to a luthier?Magnus's new lesson for the fiddle tune Red Haired Boy with some Adam Steffey Hero Licks.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast | 39m 46s | ||||||
| 6/11/24 | #29 What’s your favorite practice app? | In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: How do you visualize scales on the mandolin and guitar? Boxes, finger patterns, etc. Anyone have a favorite app they use for practice?Magnus’s new lesson release for I’ve found a new babyHayes’ guitar tube amps and the digital alternatives.Magnus’s shares a story when he became the national TV guitarist. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast | 30m 27s | ||||||
| 5/14/24 | #28 Do you know how to learn a song by ear? | In this month’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: Do you use a tone-guard for your mandolin? Why or why not?Do you know how to learn a song by ear? If so, how did you acquire this skill?Magnus’s new lesson release for the Martin Taylor Jazz lickGuitar Club: Mickey Abraham Chromatic Connecting LinesHere are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Martin Taylor Jazz Lick for Mandolin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l... | 31m 19s | ||||||
| 4/16/24 | #27 What is one of the most frustrating things you’ve had to overcome in music? | In this week’s episode, Magnus and Hayes are discussing: What is one of the most frustrating things you’ve had to overcome in music and how did you do it?What does your practice routine look like right now?What type of pick do you prefer and why?Magnus's new lesson for Swedish fiddle-tune Hultkläppens Am Polska.Here are the weblinks mentioned in the show. Visit our website for more episodes: https://mandolinsecrets.com/podcast Troy Grady https://troygrady.com/ | 36m 37s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.