Mudcat's Frequently Asked Questions {FAQ} isn't the easiest read for a newbie of for a person whose been around the block for a little while.

I remember wondering about the origin & meaning of the name "Mudcat" was when I was new here, some 2 !/2 years ago.

Here's the answer to that question as found [after a considerable amount of searching] in Mudcat FAQ in or after this post:

Subject: Definitions and Terminology
From: Night Owl - PM
Date: 18 Apr 00 - 01:40 PM

"Define "mudcat"

mud cat any of several catfishes capable of living in Muddy Waters.
Source: Webster's New World College Dictionary

Catfish and Muddy Waters are inextricably connected to the Blues. Max started the place as a blues site, but generously invited us folkies to join him. "

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