Best Sean Lusk Podcasts (2025)

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Garrett Klahn from Texas Is The Reason 1:11:56

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5d ago1:11:56

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We sat down with Garrett Klahn from Texas Is the Reason for a conversation that goes way beyond the band. We talked about growing up in the Buffalo hardcore scene, hanging out at Home of the Hits and why that record store meant so much, and how nostalgia creeps in when you look back on music that shaped your life. Garrett opened up about his early …

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Drew Ringo from Sleepytime Trio 1:10:42

12d ago1:10:42

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On this episode, I sit down with Drew Ringo from Sleepytime Trio to dig into the stories and experiences that shaped his life in music. We talk about what it was like to grow up around Washington, D.C. in the 1980s, a scene that set the tone for so much of what came later. Drew shares memories from an ambitious five-month tour that pushed the band …

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Scott Winegard from Texas Is The Reason 1:11:45

19d ago1:11:45

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In this episode we sit down with Scott Winegard, bassist of the seminal post-hardcore band Texas Is The Reason. Emerging from New York City’s 90s underground, the band carved out a legacy with their melodic sensibilities, introspective lyrics, and their enduring influence on the emo/post-hardcore movement. Scott reflects on those years with a mix o…

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Geert Van Der Velde from Shai Hulud 1:04:17

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In this episode, we sit down with Geert Van Der Velde, best known for his time fronting the influential hardcore band Shai Hulud. Geert shares insights from his journey in the world of heavy music, reflecting on the band’s lasting impact and the philosophies that have shaped his life and art. From exploring nihilism and the role it’s played in his …

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Ryan Kirby from Fit For A King 1:12:02

1M ago1:12:02

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In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Kirby, frontman of Texas-based metalcore heavyweights, Fit For A King. Since their formation in 2007, the band has carved out a place at the forefront of modern metalcore with their crushing riffs, soaring choruses, and relentless touring schedule. Ryan opens up about how the genre has evolved over the last de…

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Tim Williams from Vision of Disorder 1:06:08

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In this episode, we sit down with Tim Williams, frontman of the groundbreaking Long Island band Vision of Disorder. We dig into the band's rise from local legends to Ozzfest veterans, the intensity of their early shows, and the moments that made VOD a pillar of heavy music in the late '90s and early 2000s. Tim also opens up about life outside the s…

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Taylor McLam from Orange 9mm & Fountainhead 1:05:22

2M ago1:05:22

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In this episode, we sit down with Taylor McLam—guitarist of the influential post-hardcore band Orange 9mm and creative force behind Fountainhead—to trace a career that bridges underground grit and mainstream polish. Taylor shares vivid memories from the heyday of Warped Tour in the '90s, when Orange 9mm brought their explosive energy to a new gener…

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Aaron Dalbec from Bane, Be Well and Only Crime 1:03:29

2M ago1:03:29

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In this episode, we’re joined by Aaron Dalbec of Bane for a thoughtful conversation about growing up in the suburbs, staying true to yourself, and finding purpose beyond the band that defined so much of your life. Aaron opens up about carving out an identity outside of Bane, how the hardcore ethos still guides him, and why doing what you love—regar…

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Mark Rose from Spitalfield 1:08:08

2M ago1:08:08

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In this episode, we sit down with Mark Rose, frontman of beloved Chicago rock band Spitalfield, for a deep dive into the legacy of the band, the evolution of the scene, and his continued passion for making music. Rising out of the early 2000s emo and pop-punk surge, Spitalfield became a cornerstone of the Chicago music community—earning a loyal fan…

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Q&gAy No.26 | I Can Explain Podcast EP.260 42:21

2M ago42:21

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Q&gAy No.26 | I Can Explain Podcast EP.260 by Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Ken Susi, Fishman Music, ex-Unearth 1:08:39

2M ago1:08:39

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In this episode, we sit down with Ken Susi—guitarist for metalcore pioneers Unearth and a key force behind the scenes at Fishman Music—for a conversation that pulls no punches. Ken talks about what it’s like to never quite fit the mold, how being a loud mouth has both helped and hurt him over the years, and why he wouldn’t have it any other way. Fr…

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Jimmy Stadt from Polar Bear Club 1:12:15

3M ago1:12:15

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In this episode, we’re joined by Jimmy Stadt, frontman of the beloved post-hardcore band Polar Bear Club, for a conversation that traces the band’s journey from the heart of Rochester, NY to stages around the world. Jimmy reflects on the band’s whirlwind early days—how they started fast, caught unexpected momentum, and found themselves navigating a…

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The Real Writing Process of James Goodhand 47:58

3M ago47:58

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Tom Pepperdine interviews author, James Goodhand, about his writing process. James explains how important human psychology is to his books, why inspiration doesn't always equate to quality, and the great advice he got from his childhood drum teacher. James's Instagram is here: https://www.instagram.com/james.goodhand/ And you can find more informat…

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Troy Lusk from Tour Peachy 1:09:27

3M ago1:09:27

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In this episode, we’re joined by Troy Lusk, the founder and booking agent behind Tour Peachy, a boutique agency that’s redefining what it means to stay independent in the live music world. Troy walks us through his journey from fan to agent—breaking into the business the hard way, learning by doing, and eventually launching his own agency with a cl…

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Jensen Ward from Iron Lung, Innumerable Forms, Gehenna and much more 1:18:52

3M ago1:18:52

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In this episode, we talk with Jensen Ward, guitarist/vocalist of the legendary powerviolence duo Iron Lung, about the band’s uncompromising path through the underground music world. Since forming in the early 2000s, Iron Lung has built a reputation for their blistering sound, minimalist lineup, and relentless work ethic—carving out a space where in…

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AI Is Gay | I Can Explain Podcast EP.259 46:04

3M ago46:04

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AI Is Gay | I Can Explain Podcast EP.259 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Aaron Marsh from Copeland 1:13:57

3M ago1:13:57

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In this episode, we’re joined by Aaron Marsh from the beloved indie/emo band Copeland for a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation. Aaron reflects on the band’s evolution, from their early days crafting sweeping, emotional records to becoming a mainstay in the scene known for their lush arrangements and deeply personal lyrics. He opens up about t…

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Maik Weichert from Heaven Shall Burn 1:12:38

3M ago1:12:38

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In this episode, we sit down with Maik Weichert, guitarist and founding member of the legendary German metal band Heaven Shall Burn, for a powerful conversation about longevity in extreme music, the stark contrasts between touring in the US and Europe, and the band's enduring commitment to veganism and activism. Maik shares insights from over two d…

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It’s Giving Biphobia | I Can Explain Podcast EP.258 50:16

3M ago50:16

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It’s Giving Biphobia | I Can Explain Podcast EP.258 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Dan Campbell from The Wonder Years 1:08:09

4M ago1:08:09

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In this episode, Dan Campbell from The Wonder Years joins for a thoughtful, laid-back conversation about the band’s evolution over the years. He reflects on the idea of “passing the torch” — supporting younger artists and recognizing how the scene has shifted since TWY first got started. Dan also dives into the emotional weight of playing live show…

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The Real Writing Process of Caitlin Rozakis 1:16:19

4M ago1:16:19

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Tom Pepperdine interviews The New York Times bestselling author, Caitlin Rozakis, about her writing process. Caitlin explains how she uses outlines for character arcs as well as the plot before she starts drafting, how her world building can sometimes change elements of the story, and why she needed to use her child's construction paper to solve a …

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Luke Bentham from The Dirty Nil 1:10:44

4M ago1:10:44

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In this episode, we’re joined by Luke Bentham, the magnetic frontman of The Dirty Nil, for a conversation that captures the raw spirit and driving force behind one of Canada’s most electrifying rock bands. Luke opens up about life on the road, the band’s unshakable chemistry, and how their no-compromise approach keeps their sound sharp and their pe…

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Relationship Update | I Can Explain Podcast EP.257 50:25

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Relationship Update | I Can Explain Podcast EP.257 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Nick Brooks from It Dies Today & Frozen Ground 1:07:00

4M ago1:07:00

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Today, I’m joined by Nick Brooks, the vocalist of It Dies Today and Frozen Ground. The band played a major role in shaping the early 2000s metalcore scene, with albums like The Caitiff Choir becoming staples of the genre. Nick’s voice and energy helped define their sound and we spent a lot of time together on the road in the early 2000's so it was …

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Rocky Votolato from Suzzallo and Waxwing 1:00:06

4M ago1:00:06

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For over two decades, Rocky Votolato has been a defining voice in the indie-folk and emo scenes, known for his raw lyricism, haunting melodies, and a body of work that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant. Now, the Seattle-based songwriter is entering a bold new chapter with Suzzallo, a collaborative project that marks a departure from h…

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Optics | I Can Explain Podcast EP.256 52:45

4M ago52:45

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Optics | I Can Explain Podcast EP.256 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Ryan Hughes from Bleed 1:16:24

5M ago1:16:24

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Is 90's alt rock mixed with nu-metal your thing? It should be and if you are looking for that fix, that's where Bleed comes in. I fell in love with these guys about a year or so ago when the algorithm lords blessed me and been curious about them ever since. Fortunately, my curiosity was satiated when I had this conversation with Ryan from said band…

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The Real Writing Process of Mark Stay 1:05:47

5M ago1:05:47

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Tom Pepperdine interviews author, screenwriter, and award-winning podcaster, Mark Stay, about his writing process. Mark talks about having a central dramatic argument to each story, how he develops realistic characters, and going through the five stages of grief when receiving feedback. Mark's books can be found here: https://markstaywrites.com/boo…

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Scott Hobart from Giants Chair 1:02:14

5M ago1:02:14

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We all know midwest emo, but do we all know Giants Chair? If you don't, let this be a sign that you need to familiarize yourself now! The awesome label Spartan Records have re-released their seminal LP "Red & Clear" that's been out of print for years and to celebrate that, I have Scott Hobart who is the vocalist and guitarist of the band. We get in…

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Billy Werner from Saetia and Hot Cross 1:15:30

5M ago1:15:30

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A tried and true screamo hero of mine, Billy Werner is on the podcast this week. He is the lead vocalist from the reunited Saetia and also sang for Hot Cross. He's a true gem of a human and happy to bring you this conversation in which we discuss his formative time at NYU, ABC No Rio and playing with Men's Recovery Project. Saetia is releasing thei…

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Well You Asked No.18 | I Can Explain Podcast EP.255 39:29

5M ago39:29

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Well You Asked No.18 | I Can Explain Podcast EP.255 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Marshall Lichtenwaldt from The Warriors 1:09:31

5M ago1:09:31

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SET THE STAGE, we have Marshall from The Warriors hanging out with us today on the show. The Warriors are from Tehachapi, CA and started playing together in 2002. They quickly captured the attention of many with their interesting blend of Rage Against the Machine meets 108 style hardcore and were extremely active throughout most of the 2000's. The …

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Sean Ingram from Idle Heirs and Coalesce 1:18:42

6M ago1:18:42

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Sean Ingram from Idle Heirs and Coalesce has made his triumphant return to the show almost 10 years later, and for good reason....his new band! You must listen to Idle Heirs if you haven't already as it's a beast of an LP and expands on Sean's vocal range in some incredible ways. We discuss new beginnings, old friends and being pushed to be creativ…

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Patrick Piccolo from Caged View and Embrace the End 1:08:39

6M ago1:08:39

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I am thrilled to welcome an old friend of mine to the show this week, Patrick Piccolo from Caged View. Caged View is his new band that is really exceptional and about to release their debut EP on GGT Records (pre-order that!). Pat has been involved in punk and hardcore for many years and sang for bands like Beneath the Ashes and Embrace the End, bo…

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The Real Writing Process of Eliza Chan 43:50

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Tom Pepperdine interviews the #1 Sunday Times-bestselling author, Eliza Chan, about her writing process. Eliza explains how her frustration with tradition folklore and mythology inspires her writing, what she enjoyed about writing her first sequel, and how her appetite affects her writing. Eliza's website is here: https://www.elizachan.co.uk/ Her I…

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Matt Karll from Gridiron 1:05:08

6M ago1:05:08

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The best thing to come from Philly since the Eagles championship this year in football? Possibly, but I think Matt the vocalist of Gridiron would have to disagree as his beloved Eagles are the most special thing about the city. Joking aside, I am thrilled to welcome Matt on the podcast as he sings for PA hardcore band, Gridiron who are on the verge…

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Couples We Like | I Can Explain Podcast EP.254 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson 40:07

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Couples We Like | I Can Explain Podcast EP.254 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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George Hirsch from Staticlone and Blacklisted 1:04:37

6M ago1:04:37

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George Hirsch. He's the frontperson of Blacklisted and his newest project, Staticlone is something you need to reckon with. I had him on the show many years ago and it provided a very thought provoking conversation and this time around is no different. He's a very introspective and thoughtful interview subject and we cover a ton of ground including…

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No One Wants To Be Gay Anymore | I Can Explain Podcast EP.253 45:41

6M ago45:41

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No One Wants To Be Gay Anymore | I Can Explain Podcast EP.253 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Joe House from Outlander 1:11:49

6M ago1:11:49

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THIS NEEDS TO BE ONE OF YOUR NEW FAVORITE BANDS, OUTLANDER. Now that we have that out of the way, we welcome Joe House who plays guitar and sings in one of the best bummer rock bands out there. I had to get to know the band a bit more, so I invited him on the podcast and we did just that. We dug into the UK metalcore scene, how they write 8 minute …

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Podcasters Podcasting | I Can Explain Podcast EP.252 46:12

7M ago46:12

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Podcasters Podcasting | I Can Explain Podcast EP.252 By Sean Lusk and Breanne Williamson Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/i-can-explain/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Sean Lusk & Breanne Williamson

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Dennis Remsing from Outspoken & Minus Numbers 1:17:45

7M ago1:17:45

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There's nothing more satisfying for me personally to welcome a guest on the show who's musical output I was impacted by at an early age and between Outspoken and the label he ran called Conversion Records, did just that. Dennis Remsing played drums for Outspoken and just started a new band called Minus Numbers with ex-bandmates in Drift Again. We d…

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The Real Writing Process of M. R. Carey 45:56

7M ago45:56

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Tom Pepperdine interviews best selling author, M. R. Carey, about his writing process. Mike explains which habits from his comic writing career proved to benefit his novel writing, how Once Was Willem was written during a procrastination period, and the one element of his process many other writers would consider psychopathic. Mike's social media a…

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Casey Watson from Yaphet Koto, Look Back and Laugh, The Old Firm Casuals 1:14:48

7M ago1:14:48

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We have a damn fine episode today with one of the Bay Area greats, Mr Casey Watson. He's been a mainstay in the punk/hardcore scene in Northern California by playing in bands like Yaphet Koto, Look Back and Laugh, The Old Firm Casuals and filled in with bands like Cro-Mags and Good Clean Fun. Simply put, the dude has done A LOT and I was excited to…

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Cosmo Vidussi from Contention 1:10:58

7M ago1:10:58

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South Florida Straight Edge Metal is fully represented this week in the shape of Cosmo Vidussi from Contention. They released one of my favorite records from last year called "Artillery From Heaven" that is influenced by all of the late 90's stuff we all love, but updates it so it's not only a trip down nostalgia lane. Cosmo was a great chat about …

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Josh James from Stick To Your Guns 1:09:06

7M ago1:09:06

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Today we have the epitome of a "lifer" in the form of Josh James, the guitarist from Stick To Your Guns. He's also played in a ton of other bands like Evergreen Terrace, Casey Jones, 18 Visions and much more but he's on today to speak about his time in STYG as well as dig into Fat Wreck Chords punk, thriving in chaos and removing ego from what your…

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BONUS EPISODE - Pat Flynn @ Outbreak Festival 38:19

7M ago38:19

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THIS IS A BONUS EPISODE FROM THE OUTBREAK PODCAST. YOU SHOULD FOLLOW AND LISTEN TO IT BECAUSE YOU LIKE 100 WORDS...OR EVEN IF YOU DON'T YOU MAY LIKE THE VIBE OF THAT MORE. One of the more inspiring front people in hardcore, Pat Flynn, is on the show this week. He sings for Fiddlehead and Have Heart. We discuss his dream "community center" idea as w…

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Dwid and Aaron from Integrity (Live @ New England Metal & Hardcore Festival) 46:04

8M ago46:04

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Two dudes, one legendary band...Integrity. I was incredibly happy to welcome Dwid and Aaron from the incredibly important, vital and influential band when they made their appearance at New England Metal and Hardcore Festival this past year. We discussed a lot of things throughout the bands history including the inception of the skull logo, their re…

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The Real Writing Process of Trip Galey 57:17

8M ago57:17

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Tom Pepperdine interviews award winning author, Trip Galey, about his writing process. Trip discusses how he discovered the most important part of learning to write, his experience of writing a novel as part of his PhD, and the benefits of dating a professional proofreader. You can get information on all of Trip's work here: https://tripgaley.com/ …

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Brenden Murphy from Counterparts & End 1:17:23

8M ago1:17:23

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Returning to the podcast for the first time in over 7 years, we have the internet's best friend Brenden Murphy from Counterparts and End. He's a lovely chat and it was great catching up with him about the bands new EP, K-Pop and what's lamer - Zyn or Vaping? All jokes aside, this is a great episode and we dig into all the things. Listen to the Offi…