Best Nicholas Steele Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 265: White Kaps w/ K.C. Maddox 1:17:40

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Go follow my Instagram Support here White Kaps were a Southern California punk band known for their surf-punk energy, goofy humor, and rowdy live shows. They released several records through Fearless Records in the mid-’90s, standing out with songs that mixed skate culture, beach vibes, and tongue-in-cheek lyrics. While never a mainstream name, the…

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Ep. 264: Hunter Gatherer w/ Matthew Palmerlee 1:38:30

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Hunter Gatherer carved out a niche in Athens between approximately 1997 and 2004, folding into the post‑hardcore and emocore wave that was surging at that time. Their music drew equally from punk’s intensity and emo’s emotive melodies—yet with a poppier, hook-oriented bent, making their sound more accessible than one might expect from that blend. D…

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Ep. 263: As Tall As Lions w/ Julio Tavarez 1:32:46

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As Tall As Lions was an atmospheric indie rock band from Long Island, blending ethereal soundscapes with soulful vocals and intricate musicianship. Known for their emotionally rich lyrics and dynamic live performances, the band gained a devoted following with albums like You Can’t Take It With You. Though they disbanded in 2010, their music continu…

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Ep. 262: Houseboy w/ Brett Friesen & Ace Cowden 1:22:10

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Houseboy was a Chicago-based pop‑punk/emo outfit that emerged in the mid‑1990s, co-founded by Brett Friesen (drums) and Ace Cowden (vocals/guitar) along with Daniel Garcia and Thom Lemke discogs.com +7 last.fm +7 skatepunkers.fandom.com +7 . Known for their high‑energy live shows—often opening for acts like Guttermouth, Samiam, and Face to Face—the…

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Ep. 261: Moving Mountains w/ Greg Dunn & Nicholas Pizzolato 56:30

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Support the podcast for $1 on Patreon Follow on Instagram Moving Mountains is an American indie rock band known for blending post-rock ambiance with emo and post-hardcore intensity. Emerging from New York in 2005, they gained a devoted following with emotionally driven albums like Pneuma and Waves, praised for their cinematic soundscapes and intros…

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Ep. 260: Day at the Fair w/ Robert J. Heiner 1:56:50

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Day at the Fair was a New Jersey-based pop punk band that gained attention in the early 2000s with their emotionally charged lyrics and catchy, melodic hooks. Best known for their 2005 album The Rocking Chair Years, the band blended heartfelt storytelling with energetic, anthemic soundscapes. Though their time was brief, they left a lasting impress…

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Ep. 259: GOB w/ Steven Fairweather 59:14

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Go follow my IG @thiswasthescene Gob is a Canadian punk rock band formed in 1993 in Langley, British Columbia, known for their high-energy sound and catchy melodies. They gained mainstream success in the early 2000s with hits like “I Hear You Calling” and “Give Up the Grudge,” blending skate-punk vibes with alternative rock appeal. Gob's relentless…

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Ep. 258: Useless ID w/ Yotam Ben-Horin 1:26:51

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Click here for my patreonClick here to donate Useless ID is a punk rock band from Haifa, Israel, known for blending melodic hardcore with emotionally charged lyrics. Formed in 1994, they gained international attention after signing with Kung Fu Records and collaborating with bands like The Ataris and producing with Bill Stevenson of The Descendents…

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Ep. 257: American Steel w/ Scott Healy 1:36:53

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Click here to support the podcast American Steel is an influential punk rock band from Oakland, California, formed in 1995 by Rory Henderson and Ryan Massey. Known for blending melodic punk with elements of hardcore and folk influences, the group released notable albums like "Rogue's March" and "Jagged Thoughts" on Lookout! Records before moving to…

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Ep. 256: The Aquabats w/ Ricky Falomir 57:44

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Support the podcast by buying me a beer at my favorite vinyl shop The Aquabats are an American rock band formed in 1994 in Orange County, California, known for their distinctive superhero personas and costumes. They blend elements of ska, punk, and new wave music with humorous lyrics and theatrical live performances featuring staged fights against …

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Ep. 255: Two Week Notice Podcast w/ Dana Bollen 1:14:46

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Click for sponsorship rates starting as low as $20 Support through paypal for $1/month Dana Bollen is a podcaster, tour manager, merch guy, cow beller, and a ton more. You may have seen him around the country when he was selling merch for Story so Far, Piebald, UnEarth, This is a different format from a normal interview because it’s mostly us talki…

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Ep. 254: The Junior Varsity w/ Nick Dodson 1:30:58

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AD: Zink Modern Tattooing in Butler, NJ, 503 Main St. M-F 11-7 Sat 11-5 (walkins are welcome) is a cutting-edge tattoo studio that blends professional artistry with a punk rock spirit, boasting over 91 years of combined artist experience. With a roster of talented artists who have worked with members of bands like My Chemical Romance, Penfold, The …

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Ep. 253: REPOST Jejune w/ Joe Guevara 1:15:05

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This is a REPOST of Episode 203 with Joe from Jejune. Below is a recap of what we chatted about: Being roommates with the President of Geffin Records Dropping out of Berklee Rama from Big Wheel Staying in touch with Jim from Jimmy Eat World Will they ever have a reunion show The split with Jimmy Eat World His band I wish I The Actuality of Thought …

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Ep. 252: Assorted Jelly Beans w/ Wylie Johnson 1:13:58

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Assorted Jelly Beans was a high-energy ska-punk band from Riverside, California, known for their fast-paced, raw sound blending ska, punk, and hardcore influences. Formed in the mid-'90s, they gained recognition through their association with Kung Fu Records, co-founded by Joe Escalante of The Vandals, and their self-titled 1996 debut album became …

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Ep. 251: Sparta w/ Jim Ward 55:59

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Sparta is an American post-hardcore band from El Paso, Texas, formed in 2001 by former members of At the Drive-In, including Jim Ward. Known for their melodic yet aggressive sound, the band released influential albums like Wiretap Scars (2002) and Porcelain (2004), Threes (2006), Trust the River (2020), and their Self-Titled in 2020 blending intric…

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Ep. 250: Polar Bear Club w/ Jimmy Stadt 1:27:36

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Polar Bear Club was a post-hardcore/melodic punk band from upstate New York. They were active mostly from the mid-2000s to around 2015. Their sound was a mix of gruff, emotional vocals with melodic yet aggressive instrumentals. They released albums on Triple Crown Records, Bridge Nine Records and Rise Records. And toured with such bands as The Gasl…

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Ep. 249: Codeseven w/ Jon Tuttle 1:10:23

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Codeseven was an influential post-hardcore band from Winston-Salem, North Carolina. They started in the mid-1990s and evolved their sound significantly over time. Early in their career, they leaned heavily into metalcore, but as they progressed, their style shifted towards a more melodic, atmospheric post-hardcore sound, blending elements of rock a…

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Ep. 248: The Blood Brothers w/ Jordan Blilie 1:00:57

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The Blood Brothers were an American post-hardcore band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1997. Known for their chaotic, high-energy sound and distinctive dual-vocal style, they blended elements of punk, screamo, and experimental rock. Their music often featured frenetic rhythms, abrasive guitars, and cryptic, provocative lyrics. The band released s…

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Ep. 247: Panic Division w/ Colton Holliday 1:13:33

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Panic Division is an electronic rock band founded by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Colton Holliday in San Antonio, Texas. Known for blending electronic soundscapes with rock and pop influences, the band creates a polished, emotionally resonant sound. Their discography includes standout albums like Versus, Songs From the Glasshouse, and Touch, …

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Ep. 246: Further Seems Forever w/ Steve Kleisath 58:44

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Further Seems Forever is a kick ass fucking band from Florida. They’ve put out 4 albums, The Moon is Down and Penny Black with Chris Carrabba of Dashboard Confessional fame, How to start a fire with Jason Gleason, and Hide Nothing with Jon Bunch who was the singer of Sensefield. Thank you to Casey from Iodine Records for connecting me to Steve whom…

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Ep. 245: Arcade Academy w/ Sean Bergin 1:30:37

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Arcade Academy is my old band that I started after Lanemeyer. I decided to tell the story so I got one of my favorite dudes, Sean Bergin, on the Skype and this is what we chat about: Meeting Day At The Fair Joining Day At The Fair Getting kicked out of Day At The Fair Meeting each other at the Escape Engine house My first clothing line Destory Clot…

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Ep. 244: Minus The Bear w/ Erin Tate 1:28:23

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Minus the Bear was an American indie rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 2001, and comprising members of Botch, Kill Sadie, and Sharks Keep Moving. Their sound was described as "Pele-esque guitar-taps and electronics with sophisticated time signature composition.” They released six albums and four EPs. On July 17, 2018, the band announced t…