Best Bradie Webb Podcasts (2025)

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26 - Andy and Josh: Song by Song 1:25:50

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"There's a certain level where Josh and I are the bosses, but musically, we're all equal." - Andy Maize Andy Maize and Josh Finlayson are two of the founding members of Skydiggers. Some 35 years into their musical journey, and on the eve of the release of the band's 20th studio offering, the 14-song Dreams and Second Chances, Josh and Andy offer a …

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25 - Noel Webb: Actual Intelligence 30:11

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"Always having an open door to the success of other people - that's what Andy and Josh do in Canada...it's so beautiful". — Noel Webb The longest serving drummer of Skydiggers, Noel Webb is celebrating 20 years with the band, and now considers them "family". He says playing with the band is like "having dinner together". Born in Birmingham, England…

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24 - Derrick Brady Is My Friend 36:08

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"With Andy and Josh, it was - 'you're part of the band'. I still remember one of the early shows, Andy said at the end of the show on the microphone - 'we are all Skydiggers'. That resonated with me. So, [they were not only] very welcoming, but they gave us a lot of latitude—everyone—to do what they needed to do". — Derrick Brady A mainstay of the …

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23 - Michael Johnston: Future Blue Jays Organist 39:48

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"It's lovely to think of being able to walk into a situation with 20 years of hindsight now...I really felt a part of it...I was able to bring my own ideas, right from the start" — Michael Johnston 20 years ago, keyboardist/songwriter Michael Johnston was—like so many of us—a Skydiggers fan. However, being a sideman in one of his favourite bands ha…

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22 - Aaron Comeau: Adding Colour 40:24

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"In Skydiggers, I can really be myself...there's a lot of trust" — Aaron Comeau Guitarist Aaron Comeau can't really pinpoint a time when he was officially in the band, but one day he got up to guest at the annual Christmas show, and—as he puts it—he "never left the stage". A multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter and producer in his own right, Co…

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Episode 54: The Ups and Downs Top Producers Can Go Through and How to Always Get Back on Track 29:08

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In this powerful episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Eddie Fooshang, Branch Manager & Loan Officer at Southwest Funding. Eddie shares his personal journey through the highs and lows of being a top-producing loan officer, and what it really takes to push through the tough times and bounce back stronger. Eddi…

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21 - Jessy Bell Smith: Jessy Chimes In 🎵 33:09

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"I'm so lucky. It's like a fever dream sometimes." — Jessy Bell Smith Singer-songwriter Jessy Bell Smith is ever grateful, and continually in awe of being a Skydigger. In this interview, Jessy's love and respect for her bandmates, her gratitude for the music, and her deep dedication to the songs comes shining through. For almost 20 years, Jessy has…

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Episode 53: Webinar: Tools to Use When Working with a Virtual Assistant ft. Gerard Arboleda 20:23

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In this exciting and insightful episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, to explore the essential tools every loan officer, real estate pro, and entrepreneur should be using when working with a virtual assistant. Gerard shares his expert knowledge on how to streamline y…

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Episode 52: How YourAppointmentGenie.com Books Realtor Appointments FOR YOU – with Gerard Arboleda 16:25

8M ago16:25

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In this special episode of Loan Officer Growth, the tables are turned! Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, takes the interviewer’s seat to ask host Richard Smith all about YourAppointmentGenie.com—the revolutionary service that books qualified Realtor® appointments for loan officers, so they can focus on closing deals instead of …

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Episode 51: Social Media Magic: How Chelsea Gardner Turns Small Businesses into Big Brands 24:16

8M ago24:16

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In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Chelsea Gardner, the dynamic Founder of Fully Aligned Marketing. Chelsea shares her journey from managing marketing for major healthcare corporations to launching her own agency, where she transforms small businesses into thriving brands through the power of social m…

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Episode 50: Winning at Homeownership: Brady Webb’s Guide to Smarter Mortgages 22:36

9M ago22:36

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In this milestone 50th episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with Brady Webb, President of American Mortgage Solutions, to discuss winning strategies for homeownership and smarter mortgage decisions. With over a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, Brady shares expert insights on securing the best financ…

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Episode 49: Work Less, Grow More: The Power of Virtual Assistants ft. Ginger Bell 33:24

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In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with the dynamic Ginger Bell, CEO of Go2Training. Ginger is a best-selling author, Emmy-winning producer, and a thought leader in leadership, educational marketing, and digital engagement. With over 25 years of experience, she has revolutionized professional b…

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Episode 48: Dave Brown: The Coach Behind $4 Billion in Success and Transformational Growth 35:38

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Welcome to another episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast! In Episode 48, host Richard Smith sits down with Dave Brown, Owner & CEO of Impact Training. With over 20,000 hours of coaching experience and a track record of leading teams to an astonishing $4 billion in closed loan production in just three years, Dave is a powerhouse in leadership a…

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Episode 47: Work Less: Grow More Webinar - How to Use Virtual Assistants to Streamline Your Mortgage Business 53:55

10M ago53:55

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In this special webinar episode of the Loan Officer Growth Podcast, host Richard Smith dives into the game-changing strategies for leveraging virtual assistants to streamline your mortgage business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the day-to-day tasks of your loan officer career, this episode is for you! Learn how to save time, reduce stress, an…

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Episode 46: The Value of Networking with Financial Advisors 22:31

10M ago22:31

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In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, host Richard Smith sits down with David E. Holland, Jr., President & Sr. Loan Officer of HMA Mortgage, to discuss the power of networking with financial advisors and its transformative impact on the mortgage business. With over 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry, David has bu…

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Episode 45: Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others 24:17

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Welcome to Episode 45 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, hosted by Richard Smith! This week, we’re diving into the inspiring journey of Scottie Campbell, Founder & CEO of Waymaker Mortgage Co.. In this episode titled “Flourish First: Thriving Through the Success of Others,” Scottie shares the philosophy and mission behind his company—delivering a …

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Episode 44: Podcast Leadership Matters with Co-Author Richard Smith 31:19

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In this exciting episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, the tables are turned! Your host, Richard Smith, steps into the guest seat as Irene Duford, Visionary Founder and Owner of Loan Team Training, takes the mic. Together, they dive into the inspiration, challenges, and lessons behind the newly released book, Leadership Matters. Get an exclus…

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20 - A Christmas Story 1:04:37

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In this special episode, you'll hear from all the current members of this beloved Canadian roots rock ensemble. In order of appearance, Andy Maize, Jessy Bell Smith, Noel Webb, Josh Finlayson, Derrick Brady, Aaron Comeau and Michael Johnston offer thoughts, highlights, and fond remembrances of the annual Skydiggers Christmas Show - a much-celebrate…

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Episode 43: Interview with Mortgage VA Lucille Ann 23:55

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In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, host Richard Smith sits down with Lucille Ann, a seasoned Mortgage Virtual Assistant from Remote Assistant Scout. Lucille Ann shares her expertise on how virtual assistants can help loan officers streamline their processes, boost productivity, and ultimately grow their businesses. With years of exper…

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Episode 42: Mortgage Virtual Assistant Success Interview 21:39

1y ago21:39

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In this episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Kristina Madrigal, a seasoned Virtual Assistant at Remote Assistant Scout, along with guest co-host Gerard Arboleda, the Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Together, they dive deep into how virtual assistants can play a pivotal role in growing your mortgage business. …

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Episode 41: Today, Gerard and Richard interview a real-life mortgage virtual assistant. 16:32

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Join us for Episode 41 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, where hosts Richard Smith and special guest host Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, sit down with Kim Carlo, a seasoned Virtual Assistant making waves in the mortgage industry. Kim shares his journey, the challenges he helps loan officers overcome, and why a Virtual Assi…

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19 - Jim Cuddy: Anywhere Else But Home 11:42

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A continuation of Episode 18 with Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo, this is a special live-off-the-floor recording session of Jim's song "Anywhere Else But Home" from his new solo album All The World Fades Away. Recorded by Tim Vesely at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studio. The band: Jim Cuddy: acoustic guitar, vocals Andy Maize: vocals Anne Lindsay: fiddle Jane G…

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18 - Jim Cuddy: Appreciating the Journey 1:09:53

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"Blue Rodeo...were at the vanguard of creating a national movement of roots music...that really captured peoples' imaginations in the late 80s early 90s, and continues to this day" — Andy Maize "The thing about community is that there are a lot of opportunities to give...[The] Christmas show from Skydiggers always feels like a gift... like [they're…

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Episode 40: How do I manage my Virtual Assistant? We answer this question and more.... 16:25

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In this exciting 40th episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Gerard shares his insights on managing virtual assistants effectively, addressing common challenges, and providing practical tips to ensure your remote team is as productive as possible. Con…

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17 - Ron Macey: Always a Skydigger 58:17

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"At the end of the day, that's all there is. It's friends and community, or else you're on a desert island all by yourself" — Ron Macey "Ronny came down [to The Spadina Hotel] to check us out. We did our set, and after, I said to Josh, "I don't give a sh•t how he plays, he looks so fantastic, he's in the band". — Andy Maize In the days of classifie…

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Episode 39: Adam Crosley shares how he helps coach Realtors and get leads from his heart to help! 32:06

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In this exciting episode of Loan Officer Growth, your host Richard Smith sits down with Adam Crosley, a dedicated Loan Officer at Crown Home Mortgage. Adam shares his unique approach to coaching realtors and generating leads by truly connecting from the heart. Adam Crosley is known for his commitment to helping real estate professionals succeed. Wi…

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16 - Josh Finlayson, Part 2: Collaborator / Consigliere 54:17

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Whether it's creating Skydiggers classics with his long-time musical compadre Andy Maize, co-writing songs with heavy-hitters in Nashville, or composing music for television, Josh Finlayson places a high value on being a collaborator. In Josh's words, "...no one has the best ideas always. Anyone can have the best idea at any given moment, and to re…

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15 - Josh Finlayson, Part 1: Under the Influences 37:48

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Before becoming a co-founder of Skydiggers, guitarist/singer/songwriter Josh Finlayson developed a deep love of folk, country and roots music. While listening with admiration to Doc Watson, Chet Atkins, Gordon Lightfoot, Ian and Sylvia Tyson and others on his Dad's record player (or in the family station wagon), his connection with the music bloome…

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Episode 38: What can I have my virtual assistant do for my mortgage business? 21:40

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Welcome to Episode 38 of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this exciting episode, your host Richard Smith sits down with Gerard Arboleda, Co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout. Join us as we dive into the world of virtual assistants and explore how they can revolutionize your mortgage business. Gerard shares his expertise on leveraging virtual ass…

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14 - Andy Maize: Goldslinger 55:33

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"… that is my story - incomplete, but mostly the truth. About 5 guys in a Honda, making music, making memories, with nothing to lose" — Andy Maize ("The Situation") With his new EP Goldslinger, Skydiggers co-founder Andy Maize is once again marking a milestone birthday with a triumphant solo release, and we find him hitting his groove, shaking his …

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Episode 37: Navigating Mortgage Complexity with Adriana Bates of Clear Mortgage LLC 24:15

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Tune in to this episode of the "Loan Officer Growth" podcast as we dive into the daily routines and industry strategies with Adriana Bates, Broker/Owner of Clear Mortgage LLC. Adriana shares her personal insights and professional tips on navigating the complex mortgage industry, discussing how her structured daily routine contributes significantly …

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Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley 25:58

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Episode 36: Inside the Strategy Room of Crown's Mortgage Master, Adam Crosley Welcome to another enriching episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this installment, we sit down with Adam Crosley, the insightful Regional Manager of Crown Home Mortgage. Dive deep with us into the strategies that drive success in today's mortgage landscape. Ada…

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Episode 35: Stability Speaks: Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate 29:08

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Episode 35: Stability Speaks - Brian Arnold on Empowering Communities through Real Estate Welcome to a new episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore innovative ways to grow your business and increase your success. This episode features Brian Arnold, a seasoned Mortgage Broker from Mpire Financial, who is passionate about empowering communiti…

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13 - Paul Langlois & Greg Ball: Guess What 1:06:50

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Since the early days of the band, Skydiggers have placed a high value on friends, fans, and collaborators. What started over 30 years ago as a few songs on a Monday night at Toronto's Spadina Hotel gradually bloomed, to become a vibrant and joyful community, rich with stories and songs, still thriving and growing today. In Season 3 of Employee of t…

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Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages 33:14

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Episode 34: Texas Loan Star: Eddie Skinner's Strategies for Smarter Mortgages Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Eddie Skinner, the broker and owner of Storehouse Mortgage. Eddie has carved a niche in the Texas real estate market with his straightforward and client-centered a…

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Episode 33: Learn How to Build a Thriving Business by Focusing on Niches 38:14

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Episode 33: Niche to Win It with Patrick Fitzgerald In this must-listen episode of the Loan Officer Growth podcast, join your host, Richard Smith, as we dive deep into the world of niche mortgage lending with Patrick Fitzgerald, a seasoned Senior Loan Officer at Academy Mortgage Corporation. Patrick, known as "The VA Loan Guy," brings his wealth of…

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Episode 32: What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for them? 22:59

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Join us on this enlightening episode of Loan Officer Growth, where we explore the dynamic role of Virtual Assistants (VAs) in revolutionizing the mortgage sector. Our special guest, Gerard Arboleda, the co-founder of Remote Assistant Scout, shares his invaluable insights on "What are Loan Officers having their VA's Do for them?" Discover how VAs ar…

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Episode 31: How to be a Mortgage Matchmaker in Today's Market 33:05

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Episode 31: How to be a Mortgage Matchmaker in Today's Market with Rick Koenig In this must-listen episode of Loan Officer Growth, we're thrilled to welcome Rick Koenig, a seasoned recruiter for Premier Lending and a partner at Mpire Financial. Not only does Rick bring a wealth of knowledge from the mortgage banking and brokerage world, but he's al…

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Episode 30: Pathways to Homeownership: Jeff Garber's Guide to Custom Mortgages 21:54

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🏠✨ Dive into the world of mortgages with Loan Officer Growth Episode 30! 🎙️💼 Join host Richard Smith and special guest Jeff Garber, a seasoned Mortgage Advisor from Crosscountry Mortgage, as they unlock the secrets to achieving homeownership. 🗝️🏡 In this episode, Jeff shares his expert insights on navigating the mortgage maze to find your perfect f…

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12 - Bide Your Time: "Je t'aime toujours, mon amour" 20:12

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"This is a celebration of the two of us making music together...for over 35 years". —Andy Maize "I'm very grateful that people will come and see us and that we've made a connection in the lives of an audience - what a gift that is". —Josh Finlayson Un peu française, un peu optimiste, the final track on Bide Your Time is a joyous Django Reinhart-mee…

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11 - Bide Your Time: "Whatever The Cost" 25:56

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"... it's about the cult of celebrity that we find ourselves in...people who are famous for being famous... one of those people was elected President of the United States." — Andy Maize "Whatever the Cost"—the 5th track on Bide Your Time—reveals a perspective partially ripped from the headlines, but also gleaned from a more panoramic look at societ…

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10 - Bide Your Time: "Keep It To Myself" 30:12

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"When you release [a song] it's no longer yours, so you put it out into the world, and it finds its own path..." —Andy Maize Private thoughts, public work: a contrast that many artists and performers encounter, and Andy Maize and Josh Finlayson are no exception. Their ability to step back from their own personal challenges and present an all-embrac…

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9 - Bide Your Time: "One Song at a Time" 29:40

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"...every time you get up on stage, you try to represent what you're doing, to the best of your abilities. You can have a sh*tty song or a sh*tty set, and then you can turn it around. That's one song at a time...night after night" —Andy Maize In this episode, Andy and Josh explain how they stay positive when things get challenging, and how the band…

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8 - Bide Your Time: "Just Another Lucky Day" 24:00

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At once current and timeless, "Just Another Lucky Day" calls out the behaviour of certain people in power and delves into the challenges faced by a divided society, while maintaining a deep warmth and strong melodic foundation. In this episode, Andy and Josh talk pandemic times, working with producer Chris Walla (Death Cab for Cutie), and creating …

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7 - Bide Your Time: "Employee of the Myth" 23:03

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Andy Maize and Josh Finlayson discuss the first track from their new EP, Bide Your Time. They talk about their approaches to 30 years of singing harmonies together, and how they arrived at a "kitchen-party-bluegrass-jam" style for this track. They also reflect on a long-ago tour in the Netherlands with a stungun-toting promoter named "Rudolph", and…

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6 - Hide Your Light: "Come to My Senses" 23:28

2y ago23:28

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Andy Maize and Josh Finlayson are masters of embracing change and evolution in the creative process. Track 6—“Come to My Senses”—is an example of their ability to keep moving forward, and making music that is fresh, relevant, but still authentic to who they are. In this episode, they reveal how a song written years ago, blossomed in the recording s…

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5 - Hide Your Light: "A Wednesday" 19:36

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“A Wednesday meant for broken hearts to mend…” In Episode 5, Andy and Josh discuss finding meaning in the loss of loved ones and the healing power of music. In addition to the interview, you'll also hear Andy and Josh perform two songs: "Anything For You” (Bittersweet Harmony 2003), and "A Wednesday" (Hide Your Light, 2023). Both tracks are recorde…

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4 - Hide Your Light: "Muscle Cars and Sissy Bars" 15:25

2y ago15:25

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In this episode we take a nostalgic look back to a time when everything was in front of us… to the innocence and adventure of youth… the endless days of summer and the endless possibilities of life ahead… “All the time you can’t get back… when time is all that you need…” In addition to the interview, you'll also hear Andy and Josh perform two songs…

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3 - Hide Your Light: "Hide Your Light" 21:01

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EP 3 - Hide Your Light, finds Jane, Josh and Andy shining a light on the EP's title track. In addition to the interview, you'll also hear Andy and Josh perform two songs: "Hide Your Light” (Hide Your Light, 2023), and "Horseshoe Bay" (Bittersweet Harmony, 2003). Both tracks are recorded by Tim Vesely, live-off-the-floor at the Woodshed Studio in To…

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2 - Hide Your Light: "My City is Gone" 19:28

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"Bit by bit, brick by brick, My city is gone..." Josh and Andy discuss the changes that have occurred in Toronto over the years and also touch upon Josh's time in London during the early '80s. In addition to the interview, you'll also hear Andy and Josh perform two songs: "Desmond's Hip City” (Desmond's Hip City, 1997), and "My City is Gone" (Hide …