The podcast episodes provided discuss how artists have pioneered the blending of genres, creating new musical styles by fusing elements from various traditions.

For example, the episode "Fairport Convention Founding Member Richard Thompson" describes how British singer-guitarist Richard Thompson helped develop a new genre that blended rock with the traditional music of the British Isles.

Similarly, the episode "On her new record, Empress Of asks for your consideration (with Empress Of)" discusses how the artist Empress Of created an "almost genreless record" that combines pop, electronic, Latin, and experimental sounds.