Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/you-dont-suck-at-improv-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-146.167349/

It's only Aldrine and Kahai this week. The guys start off this different feeling podcast by explaining what people should do to prep Gift Ukuleles, so they're ready to be played? They also talk about other things to consider when gifting an ukulele, and the songs that newbies can start with. A question about Favorite Ukulele Websites leads to a discussion about Social Media, and the dream of Raising Chickens. Aldrine answers a question about using all vs some of your fingers for fingerpicking before opening a gift from "Sarah and Craig". When someone asks for a tutorial to the Europa improv, Aldrine and Kahai share their thoughts on how to learn improvising, and why you should stay positive on your music journey. The podcast ends talking about the new Solo and Play Along, and reminding people to get the Holiday Sweater while they can.

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-creator-of-the-best-low-g-strings-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-145.167265/

After Raving about a Particular Set of Strings, we finally get the chance to talk to the Creator of the "Best Low G Strings", Peace. Besides creating the legendary String Set, Peace is also the founder of the Insaeng Ukulele Schools. We pick Peace's brain to find out what it took to make "The Low G Strings", and what makes his Strings different. We also get to hear what he think about the Korean Ukulele Scene, and where he sees it going. It was great getting to talk to one of the people leading the Ukulele Charge in Korea.

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/ukulele-gift-guide-for-kids-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-144.167182/

What do you look for when you want to gift a Kid their 1st Uke? Aldrine and the guys share their do's and don'ts when buying someone their first ukulele. They also talk about what Ukulele Accessories to look out for, the difference between Geared and Friction Tuners, and if you should get a smaller ukulele for a child? A viewer ask when you can use the Sus Chords which leads to Aldrine explaining the difference between an Add9 Chord and a Dominant 9 Chord. The crew shares their O's on 14th frets vs 12th frets to the body ukuleles, and their opinions on cutaways. We can't end the podcast without talking about Thanksgiving Food! The guys also remind everyone that the Open Mic is this Thursday, and that the Podcast is up for another Ukies Award.

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-one-secret-to-tremolos-%E2%81%BD%E1%B5%96%CA%B3%E1%B5%83%E1%B6%9C%E1%B5%97%E2%81%B1%E1%B6%9C%E1%B5%89%E2%81%BE-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-143.167065/

Do you want the Secret to Perfect Tremolos? (It's practicing). Before revealing the BIG Secret, Aldrine explains what makes his signature Ukulele unique, and why he chose the different features of his Ukulele. The guys also talk about the Theoretical advantages to a Slotted Headstocks, and why they do not like the Stealth Tuners. Aldrine demonstrates the basics of Tremolos before the guys discuss the "Secrets" that Pro Players use to get "Fast" Tremolos. T-Flow himself asks for an explanation of the rhythm and left hand mutes Aldrine employed in past Jam performance of MMMBop. The crew answers questions about using strings for a different sized uke, and shaping/maintaining your nails before the podcast ends with UU sharing their pride in Shadowstrum, and being Thankful for the UU Community.

Video Podcast and Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/uke-songs-about-2-guys-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-142.166960/

The UU Guys perform their songs inspired by everyone's favorite 2 Ukulele Guys. Aldrine's song is inspired by 2 Ukulele Duos; Kahai uses Chords reminiscent of Kalei and Corey; and Aaron makes a new theme song for The Ukulele Site podcast. After showing their songs, the UU Crew pick a winner for the Songwriting Challenge. A Viewer asks for a specific sounding pickup suggestion for the Tahitian Ukulele. While another Viewer asks if it was really Aldrine who played the Uke on Hotel Transylvania? The Podcast ends with unveiling the Can't Stop the Drop Holiday Sweater, and looking forward to Thanksgiving Festivities.

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/proper-form-for-any-situation-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-141.166843/

The Real Magic Mike is back for another Ukulele Underground Podcast. Aldrine answers some questions from a previous podcast where viewers asked how to properly hold the Ukulele if they play a smaller size (Concert or Soprano), or how to play while standing. This leads to a discussion about particularly difficult to hold ukuleles, and where your strumming/fingerpicking hand placement should be if you don't play a conventional ukulele? The "Best Sounding" Ukulele is brought up again, and the question of if Aldrine has tried this ukulele with a High G is asked. The guys also talk about Aldrine's Up Strum with his Thumb, and #Answerin5 questions about chord names and Aldrine and Mike's signature hats. The podcast ends with Mike saying where you can find him (and Kyle), the guys thanking Vets for their service, and reminding everyone that the Song Challenge is due by Next Week.

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/the-next-generation-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-140.166767/ This Week, the guys get to talk to the Next Generation of Ukulele Player, and the Son of one of the UU founders, Mason. Mason comes ready to represent with his own Aldrine Guerrero accessories. We find out what first made Mason interested in learning Ukulele, what was his first song, and how Mason has been seriously practicing the Ukulele for the last year. Aldrine also reveals to Mason facts about his dad, Ryan's past music history. It was a blast to have Mason come hang out with the "Oldies".

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/ingredients-for-a-good-barre-chord-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-139.166661/

This podcast starts off with the UU Crew talking about where inspiration for Songwriting can come from. The squad explains how to follow a "Songwriting Recipe" or when to add your own Substitutions to the Recipe. The guys offer help to a UU Member with a particular chord, and give steps for anyone to break down barre chords or any challenging chords of their own. Continuing from last week, Aldrine shows off what he thinks is one of the Best Sounding Ukuleles he's played, and the team speculate on what makes it sound so good. The Podcast ends with a shout out to a special Bruddah and Aunty, a civic reminder, and a reminder that the live streams will be 1 hour earlier during daylight savings time.

Timestamps & Video Podcast: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/what-is-this-podcast-even-about-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-138.166539/

That's the question that the UU Crew are asking about themselves, "What is this Podcast Even About?" The Podcast starts off normal enough with a question about travelling with your Uke, and how to keep it safe? The guys offer their travel tips along with some case suggestions for additional Ukulele Safety. A viewer asks where is the Best Place to learn instrumental songs before the crew opens a special "Finger Licking" gift. A New Songwriting Challenge is set, but quickly get's derailed. The UU Team insert themselves into another Ukulele Podcast by offering an additional challenge to the UU Community. Before the podcast ends, the guys remind everyone this Friday is our Spooky Aloha Friday Jam, and give some shout-outs to new album releases from friends. Aldrine tops off the hour with a quick demo/teaser of the best sounding uke in his collection (while the podcast experiences sound problems in the last minute).

Video Podcast & Timestamps: https://forum.ukuleleunderground.com/threads/stop-your-uke-from-slipping-the-ukulele-underground-podcast-137.166434/

With Aaron rejoining the Podcast, it's back to being a 3 man show. The Podcast starts off with Songs that Uke Clubs should play, and "Local" songs that would make great Jam songs. A UU Member asks about fingerpicking with a 6 or 8 string ukulele, and another person shares how they heard Jake started with Rock and Roll music. The guys starts some Rumors, and Aldrine shares how Rumors had been spread about him. In a throwback to last week, we find out Aaron's Watched on Repeat Movie, and Guilty Pleasure Movie which leads to Aldrine sharing his most controversial Movie Take. Aldrine helps someone learn the Fly, gives tips for keeping your Uke from slipping, and explains what part of his finger he uses for Up Strums. The podcast ends with some good news, and a shout out to T-Flow.

Video Podcast and Timestamps:

https://ukuleleunderground.com/2024/10/mid-song-tuning-guilty-pleasure-movies-tuup136/

Learn how Aldrine tunes in the Middle of the Song, and What are the Guys Guilty Pleasure Movies. It’s just Aldrine and Kahai this week. The A and K Show talk about Low G for the last time when Aldrine answers why he doesn’t perform with a Low G, and what he would have to do to play a whole show with one. Aldrine gives an estimate to the amount of Ukuleles in his collection, and how many ukuleles are in his rotation for playing on a regular basis. On last week’s Jam, Aldrine tuned his Uke while Mid-Song, so a member asks how he tunes while playing? Someone asks if Aldrine has played a double low G like Taimane, and another viewer asks how many songs does Aldrine have in his repetoire? This kicks off the discussion of childhood TV shows/Cartoons, Favorite Movies we’ve watch multiple times, Bad Movies, and Unintentional Comedies.