The Tools of Rhythm: Exploring Drum Sticks & Beaters
From heavy wooden beaters to padded mallets, this episode explores how cultures around the world shape rhythm through the tools they strike with.
January 23, 2026
Endangered Taiwanese Drumming Traditions (Featuring the Beiguan Practice)
In today’s podcast episode, we dive deep into endangered drumming traditions in Taiwan, specifically the Beiguan tradition, and explore both causes and efforts for preservation.
December 20, 2025
Exploring Mayan Culture with Professor Kasey D. Morgan (Part 2)
Hi Everyone. This is Part 2 of our interview with Professor Kasey D. Morgan of Lehigh University. She was previously a PhD candidate in anthropology at UPenn. In this episode, we explore Mayan culture and their drums, specifically the Tunkul (also known as the Teponaztli).
November 15, 2025
























