Best Blaggards Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 345: Buy a Tuner 30:21

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SlapperCast Episode 345: "Buy a Tuner" This week we’re looking back at our earliest band rehearsals—Turbo's garage days when the neighbors hated it, the cops would shut them down, and they were cranking everything to 10. Chad recalls the endless nights of tuning with his high school band Elemental Penguin, and Patrick admits his first band never go…

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Episode 344: Aggie Tightrope 18:17

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SlapperCast Episode 344: "Aggie Tightrope" Due to some connectivity problems and logistical challenges, this one was recorded in several different bits. We talk about the live album we recently recorded at O'Bannon's in College Station, and talk a bit about our recent gig at Barrow Brewing in Salado, TX. Hope to see y'all at the shows this week! We…

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Episode 343: Calories Don't Count on the Road 28:11

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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ooEr72ikd5E As you'll hear, this one was recorded right as we pulled away from Murphy's Pub in Seattle, our last date on the tour… and thus began our 36 hour drive home. ALSO we have the second half of our interview with John and Matt Werner of the Sassanachs. Check out last's week episode if you miss…

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Episode 342: Stadium Show in a Shoebox 43:00

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SlapperCast Episode 342: "Stadium Show in a Shoebox" This episode was recorded in two bits. The first is a vancast segment recorded on Monday, August 18th, as we drove from Montana to Oregon, shortly after dropping Frank off at the airport. The second segment is a SassyCast recorded in Omaha a week earlier with our good friends Matt and John Werner…

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Episode 341: Sympathy Eighty 47:41

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SlapperCast Episode 341: "Sympathy Eighty" We have a special guest this week: our dear friend JAY HOELLEN, whom we've talked about many times in the past (most recently last week in Episode 340). We had a great chat with Jay right before we headed to our gig at Buck's Bar & Grill in Venice, NE. The opening segment was recorded a few days later with…

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Episode 340: Mister Snooze 26:37

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SlapperCast Episode 340: "Mister Snooze" This one was recorded a week ago as we traveled from Weston to Omaha. We share stories about the legendary Jeff Quinn and the deep roots we’ve grown in Omaha because of him. Along the way we recap our weekend at O’Malley’s Pub, and the strange circumstances that lead to us wondering whether or not Patrick wa…

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Episode 339: The Most Important Date of the Year 35:23

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SlapperCast Episode 339: "The Most Important Date of the Year" Episode 339 one was recorded during the first two days of a nearly three-week tour. First as we drove to Wichita, KS, for our gig at Barleycorn's, and then the next day (Paddy's birthday), as we drove to Weston, MO. We marvel at how little this band complains, and share our favorite and…

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Episode 338: Elmo with a @#$%& 34:29

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This one was recorded on the road to Nacogdoches for our first-ever gig at Fredonia Brewery (which was a GREAT time, by the way). We talk about our recent show at the Continental Club Houston, and the professional photo shoot we did recently with Krystiee Lee. ALSO: Turbo's recent victory in court. Krystiee Lee Photography https://www.krystieeleeph…

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Episode 337: Free Stewie 31:34

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SlapperCast Episode 337: "Free Stewie" This one was recorded on the road to Beaumont with our special guest star: Turbo's eldest son Kaiden (a.k.a. Stewie). On the docket this week: arguing about ice cream, songs we should cover… PLUS if we had 20 minutes to play for the world… what songs would we choose? 00:00:00 — Intro 00:02:13 — Ice Cream Argum…

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Episode 336: Dripping Hard 36:01

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This one was recorded during the drive home from Weston, MO. We talk about stage fright—how it still hits hard, how we deal with it, and how the nerves never fully go away. 00:00 — First segment 10:11 — Paddy's Pet Peeve Piece 13:27 — Playing after Bill Kirchen 15:55 — Stage Fright 25:46 — Blaggards overture? 28:49 — Great coffee shop in Leavenwort…

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Episode 335: Won't Get Fueled Again 48:04

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This one was recorded shortly after we hit the road for Weston, Missouri, in the wee hours of Friday morning. Discussed: awkward doctor visits, failed dietary choices, massage preferences, and the Continental Club Houston's 25th Anniversary. Rick Gillis: https://rickgillis.com Prodigious Saps: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJaU6rw754l-Z0HQ4SB3gw…

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Episode 334: One-Thousand Three Hundred and Forty-Four I-Don't-Give-a-Damn Percent 27:00

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SlapperCast Episode 334: "One-Thousand Three Hundred and Forty-Four I-Don't-Give-a-Damn Percent" Episode 334 was recorded right after rehearsal this past Thursday. Weird story of the week: Turbo almost getting run over by his own truck. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become…

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Episode 333: You Can’t Spell Rock Without Rick 59:06

3M ago59:06

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SlapperCast Episode 333: "You Can’t Spell Rock Without Rick" Our dear friend Rick Gillis joins us to talk résumés, self-worth, and his latest brainchild: a book called “Your Work Does Not Speak for Itself — YOU Do.” We talk about Houston, hard hats, job boards, performance reviews, and why calling someone on the phone is now considered an act of wi…

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Episode 332: Lightning Round 44:36

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SlapperCast Episode 332: "Lightning Round" A spontaneous and very fun episode recorded in Turbo's office this past Thursday afternoon right after the three of us had lunch together. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast c…

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Episode 331: Rain on my Parade 42:45

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Episode 331 was recorded remotely on Father's Day while a thunderstorm was roaring through the Houston area. And yes, it gets silly. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclu…

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Episode 330: Blagzilian 31:37

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SlapperCast Episode 330: "Blagzilian" This one was recorded on the deck out at the Huntsvegas Woodshed, right before our rehearsal last week. Patrick shares a pet peeve about crap drivers, and tells us about his recent colonoscopy/endoscopy. We also talk about our upcoming IRELAND TOUR in October. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follo…

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Episode 329: Bro-Free Day 30:48

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SlapperCast Episode 329: "Bro-Free Day" This one was recorded during our long drive home from Pennsylvania after a brief string of gigs in Asheville NC, Rockville MD, and Prospect Park, PA. Total success thanks to three terrific venues and our extended Blaggards family, and we even invented a new beverage called "SlapperCaff". Show dates Blaggards.…

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Episode 328: NC17 38:44

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Episode 328 was recorded this past Thursday morning as we drove up to Asheville, North Carolina. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review Slapp…

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Episode 327: Sweet F*** All 30:07

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Episode 327 was recorded on Saturday, May 10, as we drove home from the Nacogdoches Scottish Festival. We discuss, amongst other silly things, face tattoos: if we had one, what would it be and where on our face would it go? Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Joi…

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Episode 326: U-Turn of America 42:50

5M ago42:50

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SlapperCast Episode 326: "U-Turn of America" Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fL4M71Y6CpQ Episode 326 was recorded on Sunday, May 4, as we drove home from Beaumont where we played an early evening show at Logon Cafe. There, as part of our soundcheck we recorded two takes of "Rainy Night in Soho" by the Pogues, parts of which appear i…

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Episode 325: Paddy Fields 22:58

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SlapperCast Episode 325: "Paddy Fields" Episode 325 was recorded en route to Brenham on Saturday, May 3. We reminisce about the old days before smoking bans were passed in many major metropolitan areas, and Turbo tells us about his vacation in Bora Bora. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitte…

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Episode 324: Slap On Down the Road 21:45

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SlapperCast Episode 324: "Slap On Down the Road" Episode 324 was recorded on Saturday, April 19, as we drove to Bastrop for our gig at Gracie's. On the agenda today: almonds or cashews, what Blaggards song made the biggest first impression on us, and a few other typically silly topics FEATURING: Tara Devlin on camera. Show dates Blaggards.com Faceb…

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Episode 323: Hand Me the Vaseline and a Screw 38:48

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Episode 323 was recorded on the porch in Huntsvegas, right before rehearsal. Somewhat different camera set-up than usual, as you'll notice. Up until this point, Patrick and Turbo had a crazy day which you'll hear all about. PLUS: getting electrocuted, camping, etc. You know, the usual stuff. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/316KHcP5u…

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Episode 322: Masturdating Advice 39:21

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SlapperCast Episode 322: "Masturdating Advice" Episode 322 was recorded this past Friday morning, one of the first remote recordings we've done in awhile. We reflect on how far we've come with SlapperCast, our individual senses of humor, how audiences respond to Patrick's dark humor, parenting teenagers, plus a little tease about future Ireland tou…

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Episode 321: Fourteen Ts 25:20

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SlapperCast Episode 321: "Fourteen Ts" Episode 321 was recorded on Friday March 28 as we drove up to Weston, MO. Another odd selection of topics, including worst haircuts we ever had. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RIUDawzq2SE Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram…

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Episode 320: Extra Romeo 27:58

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Episode 320 was recorded on March 23 while driving home after playing Saturday and Sunday at the Sherman Celtic Festival. Saturday was noteworthy for being the first time ever that Blaggards played without Chad there, as he was attending his brother's wedding in Austin. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube…

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Episode 319: Eastbound and Round 44:00

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Episode 319 was recorded on Paddy's Day shortly after leaving Cork & Barrel in Round Rock, the final date in a 5-day string of gigs. We were exhausted by this point, so the topic selection eventually becomes… well, pretty bizarre. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Pat…

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Episode 318: Deer-Free 24:50

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SlapperCast Episode 318: "Deer-Free" Episode 318 was recorded in the van right after our annual marathon Paddy's Day gig at O'Bannon's in College Station. What a day! What a night! By the way, Episode 318 is coming out on… you guessed it, 3/18. Help support the McKinley Family after the Stillwater fire https://gofund.me/d64c0132 Show dates Blaggard…

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Episode 317: Salted Caramel Pretzel Froyo 22:24

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This one was recorded this past Saturday while we drove up to Mineral Wells, TX, to play at the brand new Blind Pig General Store & Speakeasy. We talk about our favorite restaurants and if there was a dish named after us what would it be. JOIN US IN IRELAND: https://blaggards.com/ireland/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on s…

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Episode 316: Lit and High and Don't Give a Care 11:44

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Episode 316 was recorded Saturday March 1st at Karbach Brewing in Houston, TX, shortly before our show there as part of Circle of Barhaven's Folklore Festival. This is a GREAT ren faire-themed event held at Karbach annually, and you don't want to miss it next time! Many thanks to Tara Devlin for running camera on this episode and selling LOADs of m…

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Episode 315: Sweet Home Alabaster 33:35

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This one was recorded on the way home from Beaumont last night, at the tail end of a busy three-gig weekend. JOIN US IN IRELAND: https://blaggards.com/ireland/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, r…

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Episode 314: Thumb Model 28:32

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This one was recorded right after a two-night engagement at O'Malley's Pub in Weston, MO. Among the topics discussed: vocal warm-up exercises and what would we do if Blaggards broke up. JOIN US IN IRELAND: https://blaggards.com/ireland/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become…

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Episode 313: Palette Cleanser 24:13

8M ago24:13

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SlapperCast Episode 313: "Palette Cleanser" Episode 313 was recorded last Thursday while we drove up to Weston, MO, for our two-night engagement at O'Malley's Pub. Be warned... this conversation gets weird. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Pa…

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Episode 312: God of Travel 30:05

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SlapperCast Episode 312: "God of Travel" This week we're joined by Dennis O'Carroll of Doc's Irish Tours to talk about this year's Ireland tour, preceded by an additional segment we recorded while taking a break from rehearsal. Ireland tour itinerary and sign-up info : https://blaggards.com/ireland/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Fol…

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Episode 311: Red Sox Field 23:57

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This episode was recorded this past Wednesday right before rehearsal. We talk about guitars, beards and snow. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zaE_K00kWgI The guitar you see Patrick playing in this video could be YOURS! JOIN US at Logon Cafe in Beaumont on SUNDAY FEBRUARY 23 for a fundraiser to support the growth and development of W…

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Episode 310: O.G. Fester 41:13

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SlapperCast Episode 310: "O.G. Fester" This one was recorded last Wednesday at the Woodshed right before rehearsal. This is a typically rambly conversation where we tell stories from past gigs, and somehow wind up talking about what celebrities we think we resemble. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Fac…

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Episode 309: Horsestory 29:06

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SlapperCast Episode 309: Horsestory This week, Paddy asks us the question: what was the last thing you changed your mind about? DISCUSSED: Bob Dylan, Rush, Horslips, et al JOIN US IN IRELAND: https://blaggards.com/ireland/ Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join…

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Episode 308: Full-Time Manscaper 17:34

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This one was recorded in the van during our short Arizona tour as we drove from Lake Havasu City to Bullhead City. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rat…

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Episode 307: Tap-Free Zone 20:35

9M ago20:35

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This was recorded right after rehearsal on December 20th, and a small bit of it appeared at the beginning of last week's episode. This time we mainly talk about plans & predictions for 2025. HAPPY NEW YEAR, Y'ALL! Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggard…

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Episode 306: Blagmas Highlights 29:23

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Here some highlights from our Christmas radio show for the WHIP. You can listen to the whole show on backlandradio.com on Christmas Eve at 3 PM CST and Christmas Day at 1 PM CST and hear the entire program with all the songs we talk about it (well, most of them, anyway). Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTub…

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Episode 305: In For a Penny, In For a Pounding 24:14

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Recorded up in Hunstvegas last week during a break on a long rehearsal day. We talk about our favorite band moments from the past year and what we're looking forward to in 2025. Coming soon for Patreon: an early release of Episode 306 which will include the full, uncut conversation from the special BLAGGMAS Christmas show we recorded for THE WHIP R…

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Episode 304: Many Thoughts, One Mouth 35:21

10M ago35:21

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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yPwDg-6c6R8 This week talk about songwriting, recording, working out arrangements on stage, and Turbo talks about the podcast he guested on recently. Listen to Turbo's guest spot on the Olives and Pimentos Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/25arGNYifnznLhamOUzDrb Show dates Blaggards.com Facebo…

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Episode 303: Reslaption 11:07

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SlapperCast Episode 303: "Reslaption" Recorded in bits the day before we return to KBTX in Bryan, TX, to pre-record a new arrangement of our song "Everyday is Christmas (Since You're Gone)". Camera work in Patrick segment by Conor Devlin. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Beco…

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Episode 302: Rebel Soul 34:35

10M ago34:35

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This one was recorded on Sunday November 17, shortly after leaving Urbana, Illinois, where we played a show at Rose Bowl Tavern for the Celebration of Life for Lonesome Larry Williams, the legendary DJ of the Whip Radio (formerly WWHP based out of Farmer City, IL). Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Face…

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Episode 301: Trapped in the Closet 39:26

10M ago39:26

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SlapperCast Episode 301: "Locked in the Closet" This one was recorded on the road up to Hot Springs, Arkansas, the first show date on a three-gig mini tour that also included Normal and Urbana, Illinois. This week we address the question: creativity fade with age? 00:00:00 — Intro and gig updates 00:06:43 — Does creativity fade with age? 00:26:23 —…

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Episode 300: Gobbledy Girl 41:25

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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mdtzBXwrGIg Episode 300 was recorded over this past weekend when we played two days at STEAMPUNK NOVEMBER, a festival in Venus, Texas, just south of Dallas-Fort Worth. We talk about the importance of set lists, what makes a good one, and when they should be changed on the fly. Interspersed throughout …

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Episode 299: The Next Tier of Slappage 27:05

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Episode 299 was recorded on the way to Whispering Grove Faire in Kirbyville. We mostly talk about Halloween, and share stories from Halloweens past. ALSO: we have news about IRELAND TOUR 2025... full itinerary should be coming sometime this week. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:54 — Halloween stories 00:21:35 — Ireland 2025 news Show dates Blaggards.com Fac…

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Episode 298: Irish Music Being Tased 28:56

11M ago28:56

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Episode 298 was recorded at Sweet Eugene's House of Java in College Station, shortly after we did our live tv spot at KBTX in Bryan. Highlights from our interview with Alex Egan at KBTX are included here, along with our performance of "PLFM" at the end of the episode. We also talk about things that "trigger" us (or at least piss us off), as well wh…

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Episode 297: The Turbo Tango 21:03

11M ago21:03

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SlapperCast Episode 297: "The Turbo Tango" This episode was recorded Monday evening, with topics ranging from what cell phones do to our brains to our excitement about the (nearly completed) newly remodeled recording studio at Patrick's house in Huntsville. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twi…

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Episode 296: Slap in, Slap on 17:13

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SlapperCast Episode 296: "Slap in, Slap on" Here's another one recorded in bits, with Chad driving home from our gig in Huntsville, Patrick on vacation, and Turbo on his back patio at home. This week, Patrick gave us these questions: What's the BIGGEST drawback of being in a band Pick one thing you'd change about yourself Name an olympic sport you …