Best Alex Cheek Podcasts (2026)

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0478: Clay Aiken 1:19:59

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"Measure Of A Man"The North Carolina-born Clay Aiken rose to fame on the strength of his record breaking appearance on American Idol, but if you just think of him in terms of that show, you're not getting the full picture. At all. With seven albums under his belt, the golden-voiced Aiken has sold close to ten million albums worldwide, was the first…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0477: David Lowery (Camper Van Beethoven, Cracker) 1:18:37

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“Merry Christmas, Emily”David Lowery does so many things, his CV needs a sequel. He's a professor, a mathematician, a writer, a musician, a producer and an entrepreneur. He's also the singer of two of my all-time favorite bands: Cracker and Camper Van Beethoven. Let's start with the former. Lowery formed Camper Van Beethoven when he was a student a…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0476: Adam Czeisler and Rich Credo (Sweet Water) 1:11:58

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"Shine On"Formed in Seattle in the late '80s, Sweet Water got their start under the moniker SGM. Comprised of childhood friends from the private Bush School, which we talk about a lot in this episode, SGM played with Nirvana and The Melvins and their 1988 Aggression album was produced by Jack Endino and was lauded by Sub Pop's Bruce Pavitt. A thras…

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Sherrone Moore is slower than a parked car 1:23:52

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In this episode of the Gameplan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller, along with guest JT Barrett of Texan Live , delve into the recent controversy surrounding Sherrone Moore, the former head coach of Michigan football. They discuss the bizarre circumstances leading to his firing, including inappropriate relationships and questionable dec…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0475: Michael Bluestein (Foreigner) 58:55

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"When It Comes To Love"The Massachusetts-born Michael Bluestein got a quick run out of the musical gates and started studying classical piano by age nine, so it's no surprise that the young prodigy's trajectory found him studying at Berklee College of Music. With his B.A. under his belt, Bluestein headed west and wound up in San Francisco, where he…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0474: Rebecca Foon (Esmerine, Set Fire To Flames, A Silver Mt. Zion) 58:27

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"Black Butterflies"The Vancouver-raised Rebecca Foon grew up with parents who were artists and activists, so it's no surprise that she became an artist and an activist herself. Let's start with the artist part. The Juno-award winning cellist, singer and composer Rebecca Foon has been in so many bands it's hard to keep track, so this is a partial li…

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Lane Kiffin turned College Football into an episode of Flavor of Love 1:09:04

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In this episode of the Gameplan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin, Kennedy Miller, and Lamar Gafford discuss Lane Kiffin's controversial move from Ole Miss to LSU. They delve into the implications of Kiffin's departure on Ole Miss and the expectations for his tenure at LSU. The conversation shifts to the College Football Playoff, evaluating the chances o…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0473: Neil Scott (Adult Leisure) 58:21

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"The Things You Don't Know Yet"I seem to care more about the band Adult Leisure than my own adult leisure and there's a good reason for that. The Bristol outfit Adult Leisure are one of the most exciting indie pop bands around. Formed in 2020, Adult Leisure have put out a succession of catchy singles and EPs like The Weekend Ritual which have all l…

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"Shedeur Sanders: The Future Face of the Cleveland Browns?" 59:34

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In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, host Alex Goodwin and guest John Hickman from LockedOnTexans discuss the current state of the Houston Texans, analyzing their recent performance, their excellent defensive strengths, and their chance to make the playoffs. They also delve into the Shedeur Sanders first NFL start, QB development , and the upc…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0472: James Diamond Williams (The Ohio Players) 52:30

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"Love Rollercoaster"To say the Ohio Players are one of the greatest funk bands of all time kind of falls short of the mark. The Ohio Players are, quite simply, one of the greatest bands of all time. The Dayton R&B outfit got their start in 1959 as the Ohio Untouchables and their leader Robert Ward was like a funk version of Jim Morrison--brilliant …

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0471: Chip Kinman (The Dils, Rank and File, Blackbird) 1:01:05

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"Forever Shining"In 1976 brothers Tony and Chip Kinman founded the legendary Carlsbad punk band The Dills, who in just four short years crammed their music CV with highlights. Before they disbanded in 1980, The Dils had recorded classics like "Class War" and Mr. Big" opened for the Clash and appeared in Cheech and Chong's Up In Smoke. The Kinmans w…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0470: Seán Griffin (The Ruffians) 1:00:45

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"Rocks Off"The Connecticut-born singer songwriter Sean Griffin has helmed the Irish punk outfit The Ruffians for close to thirty years. With three great albums under their belts, the band has played shows with everyone from Shane MacGowan to Black 47 and in the process, they've garnered a reputation for being one of the best live acts around. Sean'…

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The LSU Coaching Search is a DISASTER, NBA Gambling Scandal Fallout and more 1:13:00

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In this episode of the Gameplan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller discuss the recent NFL trade deadline, focusing on the Dallas Cowboys' acquisitions and their implications for the team's season. They analyze the Cowboys' struggles, particularly on defense, and the impact of coaching decisions. The conversation shifts to New York Jets'…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0469: Tom Cheek (Kilkenny Cats) 1:17:02

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"Hammer + Echo"Getting their start in the early '80s, the Kilkenny Cats were one of the most fascinating bands at a time when there were a lot of fascinating bands around. Formed by the North Carolina born Tom Cheek, who had relocated to Athens, Georgia for college, the Kilkenny Cats played a dark and moody blend of post-punk and psychedelia that s…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0468: Steve Wynn (The Dream Syndicate, The Baseball Project) 1:17:11

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"Medicine Show"Over the course of nearly ten winning studio albums, four fabulous live records and a handful of EPS, the Dream Syndicate are one of those bands thatnail the cover off the ball every single time. Formed in 1981 and reactivated in 2012 after nearly three decades apart, as far as I'm concerned, The Dream Syndicate areHall of Famers, fu…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0467: Ben Arnold (US Rails, Pistol For Ringo) 53:08

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"Anywhere But Here"Ben Arnold is a busy dude. The Philadelphia-raised musician not only has two bands--Pistol For Ringo and U.S. Rails--his solo career is in full swing and his new solo album XL finds the singer/songwriter never sounding better.His three endeavors keep him on the road but Arnold is a happy guy when he's on any highway anywhere in t…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0466: Alison Shearer (Red Baraat) 53:31

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"In The Garden"The New York-born saxophonist/composer Alison Shearer's new album In The Garden is one of the most dynamic, stirring and altogether thrilling albums of the year. The follow up to her View From Above album, which was a moving tribute to her father John Shearer, the legendary civil rights-era photojournalist, In The Garden is a delicio…

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James Franklin FIRED reaction, Red River Rivalry recap, and UNC is a disaster under Bill Belichick. 1:17:04

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In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller discuss the recent firing of James Franklin from Penn State, analyzing the implications for the college football landscape. They delve into the state of coaching in college football, and the potential future coaching prospects for Penn State. They also react to the Red …

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0465: Al Nicol 43:37

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"Only Hoping"There's real magic in the work of Al Nicol. There's also real magic that guided the work of Al Nicol but we'll get to that in a second. The Canadian-born singer/songwriter writes some of the most affecting compositions around. His lyrics are contemplative and thoughtful, his voice has a bold and breezy command and his pastoral composit…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0464: Steve Porcaro (Toto) 1:14:39

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"The Very Day"If you're wondering if the Connecticut-born Grammyt Award winning keyboardist and composer grew up with music in the house, the answer is yes--his father Joe Porcaro was a renowned jazz drummer who played with everyone from Sinatra to Stan Getz to Madonna. He also played on hundreds of film and television scores including The Wild Bun…

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Stereo Embers The Podcas 0463t: Matt Piucci (Rain Parade) 1:01:13

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"Crashing Dream" Like many aspiring artists of all kinds, the New York-born singer/guitarist Matt Piucci found himself in Los Angeles in the early '80s with his college pal David Roback playing in the bandthey formed. That band was Rain Parade and they hit the ground running--a stirring blend of 60s jangle and dark post-punk rhythms, Rain Parade pu…

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The Raven's Defense is CHEEKS, What's Wrong with the Houston Texans, Daniel Jones and more 1:07:41

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In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller discuss the surprising performances of various NFL teams, focusing on the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans as major disappointments this season. They also highlight the Indianapolis Colts' unexpected success and delve into the competitive landscape of SEC football. T…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0462: Tim Freund (Legal Reins) 1:29:07

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"Wait For Fire Burning"Formed in Oakland in 1985, Legal Reins were comprised of singer/guitarist Danny Benatar, bassist Eden Unger and drummer Tim Freund. They tore up the Bay Area scene, playing show after show and cementing themselves as one of the best live bands around. This is a band who did the work, got in the reps and eclipsed the Gladwelli…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0461: Sandy Smallens (Too Much Joy, Surface Wound) 1:12:31

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"Futility"It's true--the last time I saw Sandy Smallens was in the spring of 1989 when his band Too Much Joy came to the campus radio station to play on my weekly show. The band were incredibly cool and I've never forgotten that they took the time to traipse into the East Bay hills to get to my school and how nice they were. They even played an unr…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0460: Eric D. Johnson (Fruit Bats, Bonny Light Horseman) 1:09:41

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"Baby Man"The Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Eric D. Johnson has one of the most consistently wonderful bodies of work you'll ever run to in this lifetime. From his 2001 debut Echolocation to albums like The Ruminant Band, Tripper, Gold Past Life, A River Running To Your Heart to his brand new one Baby Man, Johnson's discography has no dips and…

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Has the KC Chiefs championship window CLOSED ? 58:22

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In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller discuss the current state of various college football and NFL teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs, Texas Longhorns, Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Florida Gators, and Colorado Buffaloes. They analyze each team's performance, potential playoff implications, and …

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0459: Mick Wilson (Moderate Lovers, Soap Star Joe) 1:03:31

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"Crayon Shades"Formed out of the ashes of the late great Australian band Soap Star Joe, the Moderate Lovers are a three-piece outfit from Sydney whose debut EP Crayon Shades is refreshing and swoonworthy blast of indie pop. Fronted by Mick Wilson and rounded out by Saul Foster and Adam Taylor, the Moderate Lovers got going sometime in 2024 and sinc…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast: 0458 David Archuleta 35:16

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"Earthly Delights"The earthly pleasures of the temporal world are fine food, expensive wine, monetary wealth,a long list of friends and raves that last for days. The Miami-born David Archuleta is no stranger to earthly delights--with almost tenalbums to his name that have yielded millions of sales and countless multi-platinum hits all over the glob…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0457: Tamar Berk 1:17:14

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"OCD"The Ohio-bornTamar Berk first showed up on my radar in the mid-90s when she sang for the iChicago outfit Starball. Starball were a really great band and they worked with everyone from Material Issue to Steve Albini and their Holstein Park record remains one of my favorite records of the '90s. Tamar's solo output now numbers five fabulous album…

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Ep. 52 - "48 Hours in Vegas: Backstreet Boys, The Sphere & Mom Travel Magic with Dorothy on TV" 49:16

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It's the grand finale of Season One of Tickets to Travel Podcast, and we end with Fan Travel Stories! For Episode 52, we head to Las Vegas with Greenwich, CT mom and former TV personality Dorothy Cascerceri-Simone—known to many as Dorothy on TV. Dorothy shares how a group of moms pulled off a 48-hour escape to catch the Backstreet Boys opening nigh…

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NFL Season Preview| Can Travis Hunter hold up ?, Shadeur Sanders, Can the Ravens get over the hump? 57:47

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Listener note: This episode was recorded prior to the Dallas Cowboys trading Micah Parsons, and the Browns trading Kenny Pickett. In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller dive into the excitement of the NFL season, discussing the Baltimore Ravens' chances of making it to the Super Bowl, Lamar Jackson's playoff…

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EMERGENCY POD!! Micah Parsons trade reactions and analysis 40:56

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In this episode of the Gameplan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin and Kennedy Miller discuss the recent trade of Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers. They delve into the emotional reactions of fans, the implications of the trade for both teams, and the broader context of Jerry Jones' management style. The conversation also touc…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0456: Ron Sexsmith 1:23:40

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"Hangover Terrace"The Ontario-born Ron Sexsmith is one of the great musical treasures on this weird and troubled planet. And we need him now more than ever. Over the course of his decorated career, the three-time Juno award-winning singer/songwriter has put out close to twenty winning albums and here's a quick note about that--his discography is pe…

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Ep. 51 - "Beyond Burnout: Rewriting Success in Events, Travel, and Hospitality with Mike Messeroff" 49:03

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Episode 51 – Beyond Burnout: Rewriting Success in Events, Travel, and Hospitality with Mike Messeroff The events, travel, and hospitality industries are built on curating joy for others—but what happens when the professionals behind the experiences run out of joy themselves? In this episode, we sit down with Mike Messeroff, a former JetBlue leader …

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Is Kalen DeBoer Gonna Get Bricks Put Through His Windows? 54:50

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In this episode of the Game Plan Podcast, hosts Alex Goodwin, Kennedy Miller, and LaMar Gafford dive into the upcoming college football season, discussing the Texas Longhorns' championship aspirations, the impact of Bill Belichick at North Carolina, and which coaches are on the hot seat. They also make predictions for the season and debate who will…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0455: Peter Morén (Peter Bjorn and John, SunYears) 1:15:00

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"The Song Forlorn"Perhaps best known as the Peter portion of the Swedish outfit Peter Bjorn and John, Peter Morén and his band have put out close to ten albums of catchy indie rock that's yielded worldwide hits like "Young Folks," tours around the globe, international television ads and TV and movie placements in everything from Gossip Girl to Band…

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Ep. 50 – "Why OTAs Missed the Concert: The Untapped $10B Ticketing Opportunity with Eric Taraby" 54:59

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Ep. 50 – Why OTAs Missed the Concert: The Untapped $10B Ticketing Opportunity with Eric Taraby For a decade, the travel and ticketing industries have circled each other without truly connecting. In this milestone 50th episode of Tickets to Travel: The Business of Travel Experiences, host Mario Bauduin sits down with ticketing technologist and consu…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0454: Will Dailey 1:21:47

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"Boys Talking"Yes, it's true that Will Dailey's seventh album, Boys Talking is not technically out. I mean, it is and it isn't. Hold that thought because we're going to circle back to it. The Boston-born Will Dailey is one of the most affecting, soulful and moving singers you'll ever hear. His back catalog, which features records like Goodbye Red B…

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Ep. 49 – Fiji, Festivals & the Future of Travel with Steve Pirie-Nally 39:45

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Ep. 49 – Fiji, Festivals & the Future of Travel with Steve Pirie-Nally What does it take to turn a trip into a life-changing experience? Steve Pirie-Nally has the answer. From staging Diplo's unforgettable Antarctica performance to reimagining Gen Z spring breaks in Fiji, Steve has spent his career blending culture, entertainment, and purpose in wa…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0453: Ryan Walsh (Hallelujah The Hills) 45:16

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"Deck"Over the course of their nearly-fifteen album career, Hallelujah The Hills have established themselves as one of the most unpredictable, inventive and fascinating bands on the planet. Hard to pick favorites in their discography because every album is unbelievable--there's 2012's No One Knows What Happens Next or 2013's Portrait Of The Artist …

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Ep. 48 - "Expedia OG's Talk Online Travel origins, Ticketing & Vegas Demand with Daniel Wathen" 50:03

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Ep. 48 – Expedia OGs Talk Online Travel Origins, Ticketing & Vegas Demand with Daniel Wathen What do Las Vegas call centers, hotel sort order manipulation, and Taylor Swift ticket chaos have in common? They're all part of the wild evolution of travel and ticketing—seen through the eyes of industry veteran Daniel Wathen. In this episode, Daniel join…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0452: Ilan Rubin (Foo Fighters, Nine Inch Nails) 24:19

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"Bonus Episode"Okay, so this was recorded before Ilan Rubin was named as the new drummer for the Foo Fighters, but this is a cool chat and if you aren't familiar with his work with Nine Inch Nails and Angels and Airwaves and The New Regime, this is a great catch-up on his career. He's a really nice guy and a great drummer and in case you missed thi…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0451: Freedy Johnston 1:07:53

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"Can You Fly"Yes, Freedy Johnston did his California Thing and it was immortalized on his 1992 album Can You Fly. When you're an artist you can go one of two ways: east or west and he Kansas-born singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston went east, landing in New York after college. Firmly planted in the 212, Johnston worked odd jobs and wrote songs and af…

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Ep. 47 – "Ticketing Chaos Explained: Bots, Brokers & Bold Claims with Joel Schwartz" 46:53

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Ep. 47 – Ticketing Chaos Explained: Bots, Brokers & Bold Claims with Joel Schwartz What do Donald Trump, Kid Rock, and a 200% ticket guarantee have in common? They're all part of the chaotic, misunderstood world of live event ticketing—and veteran ticket broker, founding member of the National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB) and attorney, Joel…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0450: Chip Z'nuff (Enuff Z'nuff, Adler's Appetite) 1:03:41

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"Xtra Cherries"An aspiring baseball player with a solid fastball, the Illinois-born Chip Znuff put down the glove in favor of the bass and he left home at 17 going west with his punk rock band D-Generation. The D Generation story is told best by Chip himself, so I'll leave that one to him, and I'll cover what happened after that band broke up. Lick…

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Ep. 46 - "The Summer 2025 Download: What Every Experience Pro Needs to Know" 26:17

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From concert-fueled economies to cybersecurity chaos and legal bombshells shaking the venue world—this July was anything but quiet. In this episode, we break down the biggest current events impacting travel, ticketing, and live experiences right now. Whether you're planning Q3 campaigns, pitching new partnerships, or just trying to stay ahead of wh…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0449: Bill See (Divine Weeks) 1:13:42

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"Bow To No One"Southern California native Bill See got his start in the pop band The Need, which, by the mid-'80s had morphed into Divine Weeks. With a groundswell of critical acclaim powering their mighty boat, the band put out instant classics like Never Get Used To It and Through And Through, which came out on Steve Wynn of the Dream Syndicate's…

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Ep. 45 - "Save Money, Party Smarter: How Discotech Blends Nightlife, Travel & Tech with Ian Chen" 38:26

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In this episode of Tickets to Travel, Mario is joined by Ian Chen, CEO & co-founder of Discotech, the platform that lets users "save money, party smarter." Ian shares the story behind Discotech's rise from a frustrating Vegas club experience to becoming a powerhouse for nightlife, festivals, and travel experiences—now with over 1.9 million app down…

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Stereo Embers The Podcast 0448: Dave Wolfenden (Red Lorry Yellow Lorry, Rose Of Avalanche) 1:13:18

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"Strange Kind Of Paradise"Formed in Leeds at the dawn of the '80s, Red Lorry Yellow Lorry were weaned on the MC5 and Wire, but their brooding melodies and dark and churning instrumentation gotthem lumped in with the Goth scene. Their 1985 debut Talk About The Weather went to #3 on the NME indie chart and to this day remains an undisputed classic. W…

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Ep. 44 - "Travel Media Reinvented: Inside Lost In Travel's Strategy with Jon Skogmo" 45:26

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Episode 44 – Travel Media Reinvented: Inside Lost In Travel's Strategy with Jon Skogmo What happens when the mind behind viral sensations like Pizza Rat and FailArmy turns his attention to travel media? In this episode, we sit down with Jon Skogmo, founder of Lost In Travel and former CEO of viral media powerhouse Jukin Media, to explore how he's s…