<p>In this episode violinist James Sanders and I discuss ground breaking jazz violinist Stuff Smith.&nbsp;</p>

Ethan Philion and Irene Kitchings

There's nothing better than hearing creative people talk about subjects that inspire them. That's what climbing Nerd Mountain is all about. In each episode, we'll discuss a lesser-known musician or songwriter (my own personal Nerd Mountain) and then we'll ascend my guest's surprising hobby. So clip in and get ready to ascend Nerd Mountain!