"Rakin' that stuff out and givin' it to the cows," says David Dye, "that makes me feel really good"

The free downloads of World Cafe artists and newcomers celebrating the WXPN production's 20th anniversary may be welcome in some quarters, but in terms of lasting impact on our little planet, you'd have to give props to the return of program host David Dye to craft brewing, which he virtually invented. As recalled in this parody video, Dye was back with his old beer magic this weekend, cooking up a few vats of Broadcaster Brown Ale for the program's anniversary at Philadelphia Brewing Co.

Another gift to fans — a live two-hour anniversary concert today, (Oct. 30) 2 to 4 p.m., on XPN.org or WXPN's local signal in Philadelphia.  

Update:  Highlights of anniversary performances this weekend by John Hiatt, Dawes, Indigo Girls and Feist! will be heard on the broadcast Friday, Nov. 4.