98: Plum + Guiding Light

98: Plum + Guiding Light

Author: see/saw August 25, 2026 Duration: 1:25:12

Nina’s voice is compromised once again, but this time, it’s Alan Schilke’s fault. That’s right, she’s back from Cedar Point, where a surprise literally fell into her lap during one of many rollercoaster rides. Nina gets to the Sweeping Promises gig. Evan’s drinkin’ huckleberry soda. We talk about Plum, Guiding Light, Black Marble, Xanny Stars, Clean Slate, and Que Lindo.

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