Ep 197 Why Ska Still Matters: A Conversation with Aaron Carnes Author of "In Defense Of Ska."

Aaron Carnes joins the podcast to talk about his mission to reframe the conversation around ska music and his writing career. As a veteran journalist and former ska-punk drummer, Aaron brings firsthand knowledge and critical insight to his book, " In Defense of Ska." We discuss the genre's rich history, its cultural significance, and what it tells us about how we frame music history and some of the politics around it. We also talk about Aaron's new book centered around death and dealing with the inevitability of it. Whether you're a ska fan or a skeptic, this episode will make you rethink what you know.

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Ep 197 Why Ska Still Matters: A Conversation with Aaron Carnes Author of "In Defense Of Ska." is an episode from Business Stories for Small Business by Wonder Media // Daily Global News Observer.

This episode is 53:31 long.

This episode was published on Sep 13, 2025.

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