THE WORLD ACCORDING TO POLKA

#201 Roller Skates
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The Chardon Polka Band explores roller skating with visits to the roller derby and an old-fashioned skating rink! Musical selections include skate-inspired tunes from the 1990s and disco era. Folk singer Christina Eltrevoog performs a classic roller song.

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The Chardon Polka Band roller skates to tunes from the 1990s and disco era.


#202 Simply Slavic
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The Chardon Band visits the Simply Slavic festival for music, food, libations and a look at folk traditions. Youngstown, Ohio, serves as the setting for the festival and performances. Rodina is a walking table who co-hosts the episode with bandleader Jake Kouwe.

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The Chardon Polka Band visits the Simply Slavic festival in Youngstown, Ohio.


#203 Paczki Party
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Bandleader Jake Kouwe learns about making paczki from the artisans at Rudy's Strudel & Bakery. The Chardon Polka Band serves up music to go with this authentic Polish dessert. Accordionists Paul and Kenny stop by to jam.

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Bandleader Jake Kouwe makes paczki with the artisans at Rudy’s Strudel & Bakery.


#204 Surf's Up
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The Chardon Polka Band performs beach and surf music with guests from the California coast. Bandleader Jake shows off beach britches and surf sandwiches. A monster from the deep terrorizes beachgoers.

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The Chardon Polka Band performs beach and surf music with guests from the California coast.


#205 Oldenburg Freudenfest
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The Chardon Polka Band visits the Hoosier state to perform at the “biggest little German fest in Indiana.” Music includes authentic German tunes, country and more. Toast the wiener dog competes in a heated race to the finish line.

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The Chardon Polka Band performs at “the biggest little German fest in Indiana.”


#206- Maple Syrup
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Bandleader Jake Kouwe travels to various maple syrup farms to learn about production techniques. The Chardon Polka Band records lively music at Suma Recording Studio. Bob Buzecan has a "spontaneous" syrup song to play on his accordion.

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Learn about maple syrup production with the Chardon Polka Band.