416 - Q&A: Answering Reddit Questions (Dojo Conversations Episode 86)

It’s another Q&A mailbag episode! But this time, we’re answering the many questions of the Reddit r/bagpipes community, who seem to be on to us checking them out… This week, Andrew and Jim answer questions ranging from technical difficulties with transitioning from practice chanters to full bagpipes to managing bagpipe posture problems for women (though they’d rather have someone with more personal experience to dive into that further!), as well as maintaining hide bags and the historical quirks of bagpipe accessories like the Glengarry pom. Topics we cover this week: 00:00 Reddit Mailbag: Frustrations with Bagpipes 02:23 Solutions and Advice for Bagpipe Challenges 09:33 Discussion on Bag Covers and Maintenance 14:10 Fun and Lighthearted Bagpipe Queries 15:46 Addressing Unique Challenges for Female Pipers 18:07 Conclusion and Sign-Off