There’s a late-winter chill in the air here in Two Cat Nation but this episode is guaranteed to warm things up- we’re featuring guitarist, singer, and songwriter Paul Colombino! Paul talks about his career in music performing, writing, and teaching, and we hear several of his songs including a number from his upcoming album. Paul also reveals the old-school secret to making a stellar tomato sauce. You’re in for a treat- be sure to give it a listen!

Performed by Paul Colombino:

Kottke by Paul Colombino

Winter Sky by Paul Colombino

Cold Moon by Paul Colombino

To hear more of Paul’s music visit paulcolombino.com

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What are we talking about? Check out this week’s episode featuring our good friend Sophia Lopardo to find out! Sophia is an environmental scientist who recently completed a project involving grasses, forbs, and bees. She fills us in on the details of her study and how she got started in a career in science. Sophia also reveals the secrets of making an unbelievably delicious pear tart! And we debut a new segment- Two Cat Kitchen Tips- where culinary pros in the know offer tips and techniques to make your time in the kitchen even better. First up- everyone’s favorite Armenian grandma! All this and more in this exciting episode- be sure to check it out!

Performed by The Coconotes:

Rhythm of a Restless Night by R. McKinney, © Two Cat Music

Somebody Told Me by Brandon Flowers, Dave Brent Keuning, Mark August Stoermer, and Ronnie Jr. Vannucci, © Universal Music Publishing Group

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We’re super excited to welcome Ferns and Fiddleheads to the Kitchen! Tess McGowan and Issa Arango-Tobon are an indie-folk duo performing their original music in the Providence, RI area. In this episode they fill us in on their latest musical exploits including the release of their two new EP’s! We recorded this episode in late summer 2025 and by the time it drops both EP’s will be available so be sure to check them out (fernsandfiddleheads.bandcamp.com). Tess and Issa also give us some inside tips on making Birria Tacos, and reveal the secret (almost) to aunt Sherry’s scones. Be sure to join us for this awesome episode!

Performed by Ferns and Fiddleheads:

Scenic Route by Tess McGowan

Colorado in Spring by Tess McGowan

Gave In by Issa Arango-Tobon

Performed by The Coconotes:

Leaving on a Jet Plane by John Denver, © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

Check out Ferns and Fiddleheads’ EPs Scenic Route and Long Midnight Drive at fernsandfiddleheads.bandcamp.com

Instagram: @ferns.and.fiddleheads

Tik Tok: @ferns.fiddleheads

Learn more about The Proving Ground studio: @theprovinggroundri; theprovingground.studio

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