Backtracks
Robert Cochran & Michael Cockram

Backtracks

No. of episodes
7
Latest episode
2026-01-20

Where can you listen?

Deep in the roots of American music, there are artists whose influence and talent have been largely overlooked or forgotten. In the Backtracks podcast, folklore scholar Professor Robert Cochran and musician Michael Cockram explore the music and lives of these under-appreciated pioneers.

Backtracks is a non-profit, educational podcast produced in association with the Ozark Folkways Fayetteville Folk School, a community music space.

Contact us with comments, questions and information at:

[email protected]

Intro: Susan Shore

Intro music: Rent House Stomp by Big Bill Broonzy

ozarkfolkways.org.

Episodes

Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of Backtracks?

There are 7 episodes avaiable of Backtracks.

What is Backtracks about?

We have categorized Backtracks as:

  • Music
  • Music History

Where can you listen to Backtracks?

Backtracks is available, among others places, on:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podtail
  • Google Podcasts

When did Backtracks start?

The first episode of Backtracks that we have available was released 21 July 2025.

Who creates the podcast Backtracks?

Backtracks is produced and created by Robert Cochran & Michael Cockram.