Stereo Embers: The Podcast

"Emergency Whiskey” While it might be true that a shot of whiskey might calm the nerves during an emergency, the wiser choice is probably music. As we wade our way through a global pandemic, actor/musician Ed Helms and The Bluegrass Situation have put together a four-episode variety series called The Whiskey Sour Happy Hour. A seamless blend of comedy and music, the show is a heartening reminder that laughter and art have powerful healing qualities. In this conversation with BGS Executive Director Amy Reitnouer Jacobs, the ripple effect of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it’s impacted working musicians is discussed in great detail. Alex and Amy also chat about how musicians survive during times like these, how she and Helms built out the Whiskey Sour Happy Hour idea and what live music might look like in a post-pandemic world. Remember, all proceeds from the Whiskey Sour Happy Hour go to MusicCares’ COVID-19 Relief Fund and Direct Relief, benefitting musicians and first line responders impacted by the COVID-