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"Flop Eared Mule": A Wild History

On this episode we dig into the surprising story behind the classic fiddle tune “Flop Eared Mule.” A musical journey far beyond Appalachia, tracing the tune’s roots through the 19th-century schottische dance craze, from Detroit dance halls back to Central Europe—and possibly even further east into Carpathian and Ukrainian folk traditions. Along the way, we’ll explore historic recordings, the story behind one legendary American fiddler’s session, and compare melodies from Ireland, England, and Eastern Europe that all echo the tune we know today. This may be the wildest origin story covered yet—so stick around and see how a beloved American fiddle tune might connect to music from halfway around the world.