The inspiration for Wild Rust goes back to Nov. 2019 when husband & wife Mark Gusick and Margo Gusick became deeply moved by the stories of early American folk/country groups. This was their motivation to start the band. Then Covid happened. Fortunately, the shutdowns didn't hinder their sound's development, as they would regularly meet up with friends and future bandmates to jam for hours.

Remember what it was like to be an awkward teenager? And remember how some things haven't really changed that much for you since then? Join proud dork Janet Varney as she explores the highs and lows of the bygone years with some of her favorite women as they talk their way through the terrible teens into adult-lescence. Warning: This Podcast Contains Sincerity.

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