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Bonnaroo 2024 Roundup with Roo Bus and Friends

Season 7, Episode 27 July 24, 2024 55m

The Camp Reddaroo Beer Exchange was one of our most anticipated events for Bonnaroo 2024, and this week we are featuring a conversation we had on the Roo Bus about it featuring some guests you are probably familiar with. Daniel, Evan Bonnaroo, Mitchell, Kevin, and EDM Kyle. Also joining us was Romy Bayhack, who works for the festival.

With Taco out of town this week, Barry and Bryan also talk about what's in store for the future of The What Podcast, and also look back at how the Bonnaroo Music and Arts festival has evolved in its 22-year history from being jam band heavy to what it has become today.

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Barry's Must-See Artists for Bonnaroo 2024

S07E19 May 22, 2024 1h 17m

This week on The What Podcast, Barry shares which acts are on his Bonnaroo 2024 don't-miss list and which will be "walk bys." He also explains why the Beer Exchange on Friday is at the top of his list of things to do. The guys go old school, really old school, as Barry shares photos of a 1916 Victrola he's refurbishing, while Lord Taco talks about an old iPod he's brought back to life. Read More

Lord Taco's Top Picks for Bonnaroo 2024 and This Year's Reddaroo Beer

S07E18 May 15, 2024 1h 43m

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Chatting with Our Bonnaroo 2024 Ticket Giveaway Winner

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Drumroll, please! The winner of The What Podcast's ticket giveaway has officially been announced - congratulations to Lucy Young! Throughout their exploration of the Bonnaroo 2024 lineup, Barry, Bryan, and Lord Taco asked listeners which artists they should check out prior to heading to the farm. Over 100 of you called in to make recommendations, and the gang wants to thank all of you for doing so! Of course, only one caller can take home the tickets, and this year it's San Antonio Roovian Lucy Young. Read More

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