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From Ashokan Farewell to Touch Grass: Carrying the Legacy | Ruth Ungar & Mike Merenda | Ep 6
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November 6, 2025
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56:43Now PlayingIn part two of this Real Unity conversation, host @siennamaeheath continues exploring what it means to embody a free state of mind through music with musicians Ruth Ungar—daughter of legendary fiddler Jay Ungar, composer of The Ashokan Farewell—and her husband Mike Merenda of @TheMammals. Together, they discuss the family dynamics that shape their artistic community, the lasting influence of Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger, and the lyrical depth behind their songs, including “Rolling Stone Refugee.”
For more information on The Mammals, check out their website: themammals.love
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