Today's guest is Paul Pigat—award-winning guitarist, songwriter, arranger, bandleader, and guitar builder. A Gretsch-endorsed artist, Paul is internationally respected for his remarkable versatility, moving effortlessly between jazz, rockabilly, blues, country, swing, and roots music.

Best known as the frontman of Cousin Harley, Paul has toured extensively throughout North America and Europe and has built a reputation as one of Canada's most distinctive guitarists. In addition to his own projects—including The Smoking Jackets, Boxcar Campfire, and collaborations with artists such as Black Gardenia—he has recently turned his attention to building handcrafted guitars, bringing decades of musical experience into the workshop.

In this conversation, Paul shares stories from a lifetime in music, reflects on creativity, craftsmanship, collaboration, and the evolution of an artist's career. He also talks about the connection between making music and making instruments, and how each continues to inspire the other.

As always, Daphne asks Paul to share his own pearls of wisdom—insights and reflections to inspire listeners on their own creative journeys.

Learn More

Paul Pigat: https://paulpigat.com/

Like a Pearl Podcast: https://www.daphneroubini.ca/podcast

About Like a Pearl

Like a Pearl is hosted by Daphne Roubini, a jazz vocalist, songwriter, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur originally from London, England, now living in Vancouver, Canada.

Through conversations with artists, musicians, cultural leaders, and other inspiring guests, Like a Pearl explores the experiences, insights, and pearls of wisdom that shape a creative life.

Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or creative—or simply someone looking to live your life more creatively—Like a Pearl offers conversations that inspire curiosity, creativity, dedication, and the motivation to follow your own creative path.

I hope you enjoy the conversation and the pearls of wisdom shared along the way, and find inspiration for living your own life more creatively.

Credits

Host & Producer: Daphne Roubini

Original Artwork: Rich Katynski

Sound Engineering & Editing: Sheldon Zaharko

Theme Music: Instrumental version of There's Always Tomorrow by Daphne Roubini & Black Gardenia, from the album Whisky Scented Kisses.