Season 1

June 14, 2025

238 - Mastering the G Chord: Shapes, Songs, Progressions, and Common Struggles

Episode Overview: This week, Paul dives into one of the most fundamental and beloved guitar chords, the G chord! Whether you're picking up the guitar for the first time or looking to solidify your chord-changing skills, this ...

June 7, 2025

237 - Escaping the YouTube Rabbit Hole – Why Structure Beats Random Guitar Lessons

Episode Summary: This week, host Paul Andrews dives deep into the world of learning guitar on YouTube—exploring the pros and cons, the pitfalls of unstructured learning, and why having a step-by-step plan is the key to real p...

May 29, 2025

236 - Challenge Week Four Recap: Lead Guitar and Improvisation

In this episode, Paul Andrews wraps up the Beginner Guitar Academy’s “Learn to Play Five Minutes a Day in May” challenge by recapping week four, focused on lead guitar skills. Paul guides listeners through key lessons from th...

May 22, 2025

235 - Challenge Week Three Recap: Mastering Strumming and Rhythm

In this episode, Paul Andrews recaps week three of the “5 Minutes a Day in May Guitar Challenge,” focusing on strumming and rhythm, key skills for any beginner (and even more advanced) guitarists. Paul breaks down the daily l...

May 16, 2025

234 - Challenge Week Two Recap: Chords & Confident Changes

Episode Overview In this episode, Paul Andrews recaps week two of the "Learn to Play Five Minutes a Day in May" challenge. If you're participating, congratulations—you're halfway through! Not involved yet? No worries, you can...

May 8, 2025

233 - Challenge Week One Recap: Master Your Picking

Episode Overview: In this special episode, Paul Andrews recaps the first week of the “Five Minutes a Day Guitar Challenge,” which is designed to help beginner guitarists practice daily and build strong foundational skills. Wh...

May 1, 2025

232 - How Malte Became the First to Conquer All 5 BGA Levels

In this inspiring episode, Paul Andrews sits down with Malte, the very first student to complete all five levels of the Beginner Guitar Academy program. Malte shares his unique guitar journey, the ups and downs of learning th...

April 25, 2025

231 - From E Minor to Barre Chords: A Beginner’s Guide to Guitar Chords

**Episode Summary:** Feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of guitar chords to learn? Not sure which chords to start with, when to attempt barre chords, or how to tackle power chords and sevens? In this episode, Paul Andrew...

April 18, 2025

230 - How Allegra Mastered All 5 Guitar Levels: Tips, Struggles, and Success from a Graduate

Host: Paul Andrews Guest: Allegra Condon (Beginner Guitar Academy’s 2nd Graduate) Episode Summary Paul welcomes the first guest on the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast: Allegra Condon. Allegra is only the second person to comp...

April 11, 2025

229 - What I Wish I Knew When I Started Playing Guitar

Ever wondered what experienced guitar players wish they'd known when they first started? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast, we're turning the microphone over to our community members to share their invalu...

April 4, 2025

228 - Major Seven Chords Demystified: Progressions, Songs, and Playing Tips

Are you ready to add some dreamy, atmospheric sounds to your guitar playing? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving into the world of major seven chords – those lovely, romantic-sounding harmonie...

March 29, 2025

227 - Getting the Right Gear to Master the Metal Sound on Guitar

Are you ready to crank up the volume and dive into the world of metal guitar gear? In this final episode of our Metal March series, we're exploring the essential equipment to help you achieve that iconic metal sound. From cho...

March 21, 2025

226 - Learn To Play 5 Metal Riffs

Are you ready to crank up the volume and dive into some iconic metal riffs? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're continuing our metal-themed March with a workshop on five must-learn metal riffs that w...

March 13, 2025

225 - Getting Started with Metal Guitar Techniques: A Beginner's Guide

Are you ready to unleash your inner metal guitarist? In this electrifying episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving deep into the world of metal guitar techniques as part of our thrilling Metal March series...

March 8, 2025

224 - The Birth of Metal: How It All Began

Are you ready to embark on a sonic journey through the history of metal music? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're kicking off our March metal series with a deep dive into the genre's roots and evolu...

Feb. 28, 2025

223 - Transform Your Guitar Skills: 5 Habits to Adopt Today

Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're exploring five essential practice habits that will set you up for long-term success. These are the hab...

Feb. 22, 2025

222 - Simplifying F Major From Beginner to Barre Chord Master

In this week's episode of the podcast, we're diving deep into mastering one of the most challenging chords for beginner guitarists: the F major bar chord. We'll discuss why the F major bar chord is tricky, introduce some simpler alternative shapes, and go over essential techniques for building the …

Feb. 14, 2025

221 - Highlights from NAMM Show: New Guitars, Effects, Amps

In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving into the world of NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) and exploring the coolest guitars, effects, and amps that were showcased last month.

Feb. 7, 2025

220 - Lucille, Blackie, and Trigger: The Stories Behind Iconic Guitars

Get ready to strum along with some of the most legendary guitars in music history! In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're taking a musical journey through the stories behind iconic guitars and the famou...

Jan. 31, 2025

219 - Levelling Up Your Jamming Skills

Are you ready to take your guitar jamming skills to the next level? In this final episode of our five-part series on jamming, we're wrapping up with essential tips and strategies to help you progress from beginner to advanced...

Jan. 23, 2025

218 - 5 Easy Songs Perfect for Beginner Jams

Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving into five easy songs that are perfect for beginner jams. Whether you're just starting out or lo...

Jan. 18, 2025

217 - How to Jam with Others: Tips for Your First Jam Session

Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode of the Beginner Guitar Academy podcast, we're diving into the exciting world of jamming with other musicians. Whether you're a complete novice or ha...

Jan. 10, 2025

216 - How to Jam by Yourself: Tools and Techniques

Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of solo jamming - a crucial skill for every guitarist, whether you're a beginner or have been strumming for years....

Jan. 4, 2025

215 - Why Jamming is Essential for Guitarists

In this episode, Paul kicks off January with a special theme focused on jamming for guitarists. He discusses the importance of jamming and its benefits for guitar players of all levels, especially beginners. Throughout January, the Beginner Guitar Academy Podcast will explore various aspects of jam…