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Basement Kids60: MATT FREY | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 60I have Matt Frey on the pod, he was the drummer of local bands Calico Drive and Stand By Me. He is runs his own renovation business Attica Homes and is a Father to two girls. We catch up and reminisce about playing shows together in the music scene, tell some tour stories, the difference between raising boy vs girls, how he got hard into marathons and lots more.
2025-04-281h 56Basement Kids59: ALEX GARCIA of Mayday Parade | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 59A fellow guitarist joins me on the pod this week. Alex Garcia of emo pop punk band Mayday Parade. We chat about the early days of the band, how Alex dropped out of College to do the band full time, how we tried to imitate our favorite guitarists growing up, his controversial take on Ronnie Radke as well as their new album "Sweet" coming out April 18th!
2025-04-1453 minBasement Kids58: PATRICK MONIZ | Basememt Kids Podcast | EP 58Patrick Moniz hops on the podcast with me. he is my brother from another mother! we have been friends for a long time and he used to play drums in our band Letters To Elise. This was fun because it was just us being ourselves, being idiots and telling stories about growing up with each other. lots of fun and laughs!
2025-03-311h 07Basement Kids57: GEENA FONTANELLA | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 57Pop Punk Rocker "Geena Fontanella" joins me on the podcast. We chat about her music career, releasing her album "Y2K" in 2024 with great songs like "Dylan's Dad" and "Normal Life" and also dropping new music like "Fightin' For My Life". we also talk about her time being a contestant on American Idol and what kind of experience that was and lots more with our views on music these days.
2025-03-241h 12Basement Kids56: KATERINA NICOLE | Basement Kids Podcast| EP 56Katerina Nicole joins me on the podcast. She is a musician who recently just released her Debut EP "Serene In Violent Oceans" where she showcases her heavier side and it kills! We talk about her early beginnings, what made her want to try and experiment with a heavier sound, all the fun things that come with planning a EP release, some concert stories from her younger days and way more.
2025-03-1743 minBasement Kids55: BEN JORGENSEN of Armor For Sleep | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 55Ben Jorgensen of Armor For Sleep joines me on the podcast to chat about growing up as a drummer and always being in a band since the 4th grade, the beginning of the band, the emo scene, how much fun the E.N.D cruise was, the 20th Anniversary Tour of "What To Do When You Are Dead" and more!
2025-03-1051 minBasement Kids54: JOHN MAIELLO of Dead Bars | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 54John Maiello of Seattle Punk band "Dead Bars" joins me on the podcast. we chat about his early days in New Jersey and how he eventually made his way to Seattle and how the punk scene is there. We also chat about their new songs and album coming out soon and more. John also shares a funny story about the band that includes a Punk rock Legend!
2025-03-0343 minBasement Kids53: DOOBIE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 53Rapper turned Rocker "Doobie" joins me on the podcast. We chat about his early days getting into music rapping and making beats for other artists, going on tour with Jellyroll, making the transition from Rap to Rock while already in high popularity, seeing bands play 2 second songs and much more!
2025-02-2454 minBasement Kids52: NICK MALYCHUK | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 52I have my bud Nick Malychuk back on the podcast. He has been in Photography world for a long time but has just recently decided to bet on himself and start his own company MediaSicks (M6). We chat about his new venture with working at many music concerts and local wresting shows and even getting the opportunity to shoot photos and videos for the WWE. We also chat about growing up, getting into fights at concerts and way more.
2025-02-171h 25Basement Kids51: LARRY SOLIMAN of My American Heart | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 51This episode is a "Deep Cut" in emo music, if you know you know. I had the pleasure of chatting with the vocalist of one of my favorite bands from the early 2000s, Larry Soliman of MY AMERICAN HEART! We talk about what it was like growing up in Sam Diego, how he got into music and eventually joined MAH, Our thoughts on Social media, what him and the other members are doing now and way more.
2025-02-101h 14Basement Kids50: SHAUN PONIEWOZIK of Gloom/Repulse Reprise | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 50I have an old friend on from Metal bands Gloom and Repulse Reprise "Shaun Poniewozik". We reminisce about the old days in the music scene in Edmonton, how we met, an idea for a local documentary, how Sum 41 was a massive influence to us and way way more.
2025-02-031h 14Basement Kids49: JOE COCCIMIGLIO of Autumn Kings | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 49I have a fun chat with Joe Coccimiglio of rock band Autumn Kings. We talk about our guilty pleasures in music, artists/genres we just don't really get, the early days of music for us and way more.
2025-01-2749 minBasement Kids48: THOMAS IAN NICHOLAS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 48I had the pleasure of chatting with actor/musician Thomas Ian Nicholas. Many know him from his films "Rookie Of The Year" and of course the "American Pie" Franchise. He's also tours with his band, the "Thomas Nicholas Band". We talk about how he got into acting and music at a young age, the history of his band from the beginning to know, his recording experiences and much more.
2025-01-2058 minBasement Kids47: TITUS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 47I chat with New Jersey pop punk artist TITUS. We talk how he started in music moving around in different genres and how he ended up with Pop Punk. We also get deep, talking about grief, mental health, when to know it's time to start taking care of your self and taking a step back and way more.
2025-01-131h 13Basement Kids46: CONE MCCASLIN of Sum 41 | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 46I definitely fanboy out a bit in this great episode with the one and only CONE MCCASLIN from Canadian Pop-Punk band SUM 41! We chat about the early days of the band and what it was like growing up in their hometown of Ajax, Ontario. We also talk about their final tour they are on, the feelings of the band ending, share some some pretty cool stories and lots more.
2025-01-0657 minBasement Kids45: PISTOLS AT DAWN | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 45I that with the guys from Rock band Pistols at Dawn! We chat while they are currently on the road playing some shows. we discuss the touring they have done and some memorable shows they have had, how excited they are to get a new album out with a new sound to the band, the influences that got them into music, we also rank fast food chains and debate where the best fries come from!
2024-12-3051 minBasement Kids44: CHAINED SAINT | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 44I got to chat with an awesome metal band called Chained Saint. They are a group of 18/19 year olds from South Florida that are keeping the 80's Trash Metal vibe alive! They have their new Album out "Blindside" which was produced by William Duvall of Alice In Chains. We talk about their first experience in a recording studio and how badly they want to go back in, how it was recording on analog, how much they have accomplished at such a young age and what else they have planned for the future of the band!
2024-12-2349 minBasement Kids43: RICK CAMPANELLI | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 43I got to chat with my favourite Much Music VJ growing up! RICK CAMPANELLI or as some refer to him as RICK THE TEMP.We talk about his time at Much Music, how he got on the show and the great memories there, his transition to ET Canada all the way to where he is now as the afternoon host for CIDC-FM in Toronto. We also talk about our shared love for music, how important it is for our mental health and much more.
2024-12-0235 minBasement Kids42: ANDI JANE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 42I get nostalgic and catch up with a regular on this podcast ANDI JANE, she is a Tattooist at Fountain Head Tattoos in Edmonton, AB. We chat about her having a child, the family moving back to Edmonton, her going back to her old stomping ground at Fountain Head. We also have some laughs about the new tattoo trends, how much we dislike the new slang kids are using and way more.
2024-11-2557 minBasement Kids41: DELTA SWEET aka Patrick Kordyback | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 41I chat and get nostalgic with my buddy Patrick Kordyback aka DELTA SWEET! Some know him from being the lead singer of Edmonton Pop Rock band Stereos, well, now he's tackling being a solo country artist! We talk about his long love for country he's had and how long he's been working at doing this, the pros and cons of promoting on social media and how it makes us feel like old men! How fun and important music videos can still be, the release of his new single "Outta Money, Outta Mind", plans f...
2024-11-1147 minBasement Kids40: GEORGE STROUMBOULOPOULOS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 40Hello Childhood! I get Nostalgic with a special guest from all of our pasts. Canada's own "George Stroumboulopoulos". He was a former VJ at Much Music, hosted his own talk show, he currently has his own show at Apple Music and The Strombo Show on YouTube, he has also received the Order of Canada. He tells stories about growing up in Toronto, how he got into radio and how it led into Much Music and his own talk show. We reminisce about music growing up, the Much days, how important community i...
2024-11-041h 33Basement KidsJARET REDDICK of Bowling For Soup | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 39I got to chat with the Lead Singer/Guitarist of Legendary Pop-Punk band Bowling For Soup JARET REDDICK! it was a blast talking with this man, someone I spent a lot of my high school days listening to. We talk about what it was like growing up in Texas, the evolution of his musical influences growing up. We also get into what it's like balancing family life and touring with the band these days, their 20th Anniversary Tour for their album "A Hangover You Don't Deserve" and way more!Be sure to c...
2024-10-0752 minBasement KidsDOUGIE MEIDL | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 38I get nostalgic with my cousin from up north, Dougie Meidl. We talk about Warp Tour coming back and how our music growing up is considered "Dad Rock" now and how old it makes us feel. His experience with the wild fires that happened in the NWT in 2023, how he started streaming playing video games on Twitch and where that has led him.Support the show
2024-09-301h 00Basement KidsJAMES DAVIES | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 37I get nostalgic with James Davies about the music scene we were a part of in Edmonton. Lots of "name drops" in this episode that had us remembering some good stories from back in the day. some good laughs going down memory lane with the lead singer of THE BARKELLS. Do you remember any of the names dropped in this episode?P.S. At the time of this recording beloved Ben Sir had just passed, would just like to dedicate this episode to him, the scene misses you.Support the show
2024-09-161h 02Basement KidsNORTHVALE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 36I get Nostalgic about music with the boys from Pop-Punk New Jersey band NORTHVALE. We chat about their new single "Better When I Can ft. palettes" as well as their plans for their new album and the recording process for it, and the best and worst parts of being in a band.Support the show
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Keepin it Real Estate with Chris & CollinFrom Real Estate Mogul to Maui Creative Director: Alex's Journey!
Join us on an inspiring journey with Alex, a former multifamily real estate investor turned full-time creator. After years of globetrotting, building a real estate empire, and rubbing shoulders with industry giants like Brandon Turner, Alex now calls Maui home as the creative director for Better Life. Get ready for some real estate insights, world travels, and a glimpse into Alex's multifaceted life!
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2023-11-221h 04Basement KidsSPENCER LOVE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 35Spencer Love is the founder of Love Wrestling and we have a great chat about how LW got started and how much work goes into it and also how much fun it is, we also get nostalgic about growing up with Gameboys, Pokémon, Beyblades, and lots more with lots of laughs!
2023-05-151h 01Basement KidsMAGGIE SCHNEIDER of Glimmers | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 34Maggie Schneider from pop punk band GLIMMERS joins me and we have fun talking about growing up with Warp Tour, her favourite albums (She's got a pretty interesting one), touring with the band, a funny story about her first meeting Avril Lavigne, how crazy ticket prices have become and way more!
2023-05-081h 03Basement KidsPETE NGUYEN | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 33Pete Nguyen is back! We catch up and talk about all the changes that have happened with Sea Change since the last time we got together.We also chat about the music scene these days and start to go down a rabbit hole of conspiracy theories, cults, what makes a good cult leader and way more you will just laugh at!This episode is dedicated to Ben Sir. RIP
2023-05-021h 22Basement KidsVANCE BANZO | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 32Actor, writer and comedian Vance Banzo is back! We have lots of laughs discussing social media, movies and TV shows, his nominations for his show Tall Boyz and what he's been up to since the show ended. We also reminisce about the past when we were in high school and what the new generation of teenagers is like.
2023-04-251h 05Basement KidsCHELSEA BIRD | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 31Chelsea Bird has her own radio show on 630 CHED and is the In Game Host at the Edmonton Oiler games at Rogers Place.Chelsea and I have a blast talking about what growing up was like and getting nostalgic about a lot of things from our past. We also talk about being parents and all the fun things that come with that, her experiences in radio, doing the Miss Universe Canada and being on Big Brother Canada and how much fun it is to host the Edmonton Oiler games, especially the Play Offs! Go Oilers Go!Listen...
2023-04-181h 15Basement KidsWAKEEM COURTOREILLE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 30Wakeem Courtoreille, more commonly known in Edmonton, AB as the man that got stuck in the Talus Dome.We chat about the incident and how his side is much more different from what the media has portrayed and what people are assuming.Please check this episode out to hear from the Legend himself and hear his side of the story on what happened!Note: Please avoid climbing the dome as I'm sure no-one wants this to happen again, if you do a search over the years many people have climbed it and taken pictures, its a...
2023-04-1656 minBasement KidsJUSTIN CARTMELL of Mint Club | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 29Justin Cartmell is the Guitarist from Edmonton Pop-Punk band Mint Club. Justin and I reminisce about the days of us playing in a band together and why it ended, him joining Mint Club and all the stuff they have been up to, how much of a hockey freak he is and lots more you can laugh with us at!
2023-04-111h 07Basement KidsDANIEL JOHNSON | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 28Daniel Johnson (The Always Running) is back! It's been a minute and with no surprise Daniel has had a lot happen over the last year, so he's got some stories.We chat about all the crazy things that have happened to him the last year, how his current endeavour over in Arizona is going and how being a farm kid has really helped with who he is today and his views of the world.Always a good time chatting with this man, can only imagine the kind of stories he will have next time. This episode i...
2023-04-041h 50Basement KidsSXNTRY aka Jared Kay | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 27I get to have a real fun conversation and some laughs with Jared Kay of SXNTRY ( Ex-Magnolia Park Member) about music, how important TikTok was to growing the band and getting more eyes on them, what it was like touring and playing shows with bands he grew up listening to, a funny story about first meeting one of the members from Neck Deep and what its like being "Band Dad's".We also talk about his new project SXNTRY, the new direction he's taking and when you can expect to hear the first single!
2023-03-2853 minBasement KidsKATE HALLET | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 26I got to have a fun talk and learn more about Sherwood Park, AB's own Kate Hallet who stars in the Oscar Winning film "Women Talking".We discuss how she got into acting and landed the role, her experience working on the film, how important music can be for your mental health, our shared love for The Last of Us and way more!
2023-03-141h 07Basement KidsBEN SHARPE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 25I get nostalgic with a funny friend Ben Sharpe.We talk about gym bros and etiquette, what it's like to be a dad, being older and still learning new slang from the youth and telling some funny stories from our past.
2023-03-071h 07Basement KidsBRAD BREMNER of Calling All Captains | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 24I get to nostalgic with Brad Bremner from pop punk band CALLING ALL CAPTAINS, he's also that emo band guy from TIKTOK! We have lots of laughs and fun talking about music, how our bodies are getting older, how obsessed he became with tiktok and way more. I also give him a great idea for changing his username on his socials (You're Welcome Brad!)
2023-02-281h 07Basement KidsKEITH CARROLL & CHRIS STROZ of Northvale | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 23I get nostalgic with Keith Carroll (lead singer) and Chris Stroz (guitarist) from New Jersey pop-punk band "Northvale".We talk about their plans for a new album and what shows are like now since covid, all the stupid things we did when we were young like "letting people's boats float down rivers!", how our generation could be the last nostalgic generation, crazy things we have seen and way more.
2023-02-211h 04Basement KidsNATE WILLIAMS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 22I get to chat and be nostalgic with Nate Williams "The Dirty Barber". Any musician in Edmonton back in the day would know him from his clothing company and the production company he started for putting on local shows.We chat about all the different routes he went before he got into being a barber, what it was like being the youngest of four kids, his late experience in drinking, music, things that make us feel old and tons of other funny stories.
2023-02-1456 minBasement KidsANDI JANE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 21ANDI JANE IS BACK!! She is a blast to hang and talk with and has lots of great stories.We chat about what it was like growing up in Fort McMurray, things that make us feel old, reminiscing about music and video games growing up, the shows we watched as children that wouldn't fly today, winter camping and much much more.Lots of laughs and good stories.
2023-02-071h 10Basement KidsKRISTIAN BASARABA & BRETT BAUMBACK of The Rad Dads Show | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 20I get to meet and get nostalgic with a couple of really cool dads, Kristian Basaraba and Brett Baumback from Edmonton's The Rad Dads Show.We chat about how Rad Dads started and what they do, our love for music, "Toddler Mosh Pits" (Yes, I know), what it's like being a dad, some stories from growing up, how concerts should end at 8pm and way more!Please check out The Rad Dads Show, support the podcast which has some awesome guests that are also Rad Dads! and be sure to check out some all ages shows they...
2023-01-241h 25Basement KidsJUSTIN KUEBER | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 19Film maker and Co-founder of Guerrilla Motion Pictures; Justin Kueber returns and we get nostalgic about growing up, music and the joys of shopping for CD's, going to shows at "Red's", now Ed's, the crazy prices at arenas, finishing his current docu-series and other exciting projects he is currently doing.
2023-01-1749 minBasement KidsJOSH LITTLECHILDS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 18I get nostalgic with an old friend Josh Littlechilds. We talk about him moving and living in Halifax, the music scene today compared to the past, our high school experience, parties and lots more. Lots of laughs and good stories!
2023-01-1048 minBasement KidsJUSTIN WIESINGER | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 17Justin Wiesinger is a musician in Edmonton pushing out some great songs!We chat about his journey in life and music and all the new things he has planned!
2022-05-171h 01Basement KidsGENE PRINCIPE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 16IT'S PLAYOFF TIME!So it's perfect for my next guest, sportscaster for the Edmonton Oilers and "Pun King" Gene Principe!He's been in sportscasting for a long time and was nice enough to chat about his journey into it, his role as a sportscaster and his thoughts on how the oilers have done this season!
2022-05-0341 minBasement KidsMIKE SCHLOSSER | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 15Got to chat with Mike Schlosser, a "Music Maker" at Velveteen Music. He does it all, engineer, mix, produce, perform, you name it.Not to mention being a JUNO nominee. We have lots of laughs and talk about how he got started and his experience in the business as well as a 2028 Grammy prediction.
2022-04-2657 minBasement KidsCAITLIN FULTON & BLAIR LEBSACK of restaurant RGE RD | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 14I got to chat with Chef Blair Lebsack and Caitlin Fulton who opened their restaurant RGE RD in Edmonton, AB in 2013. They focus on wood cookery and whole animal butchery creating amazing and delicious dishes for all to enjoy. They have also been named the Top Restaurant in various magazines and websites year after year. I suggest you book a reservation now and go if you haven't yet.
2022-04-1959 minBasement KidsJORDAN JONES | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 13Jordan Jones is a Pop Artist out of Edmonton who has played in many groups in the past but decided to go the solo route and I'd say it was the right decision. He's super talented and has been releasing great tunes such as "Stumble" the latest release with the help of great producers at Velveteen MusicWe have lots of fun chatting about music, check it out!! And check him out wherever you listen to your music!!
2022-04-121h 05Basement KidsADAM BROWN | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 12Adam Brown is a JUNO Winner, Liberal Candidate and has his MBA. He has lots of stories and has lived a life.
2022-04-051h 12Basement KidsANDREW PACKER | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 11Andrew Packer is a Stand Up Comedian and Content Creator from Toronto. Having toured, played festivals and competed in comedy competitions he has also gained a large following on tiktok and Instagram with his content such as "Man News" combining amassed +500k . We have a fun chat about how he got into comedy, the things he learned, how he came up with "Man News" and much more!
2022-03-2952 minBasement KidsJACK MICHAELS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 10I got to chat with Jack Michaels! The voice of the Edmonton Oilers! It was a great chat with how he got into broadcasting, the Oilers and much more.
2022-03-2226 minBasement KidsBRAD SIMONS | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 9Brad Simons went from a gigging musician for various bands to starting his own studio and developing it into much more.A smart and great guy, WHO LOVES MATH!
2022-03-151h 29Basement KidsLAYNE MITCHELL | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 8Layne Mitchell is the afternoon host at Sonic 102.9and has been in the industry for over 20 years. Crazy!He talks about working in radio, music and shares some personal stories about his life. He is an amazing and fun human being and I'm happy I got to meet and chat with him.
2022-03-011h 31Basement KidsJUSTIN KUEBER | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 7Justin Kueber went from making his own Jackass type videos in school to Co-founding Guerrilla Motion Pictures directing and making short films, music videos, and finishing a documentary on the Sex Trade in Edmonton.
2022-02-151h 51Basement KidsANDI JANE | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 6Andi Jane went from dropping out of art school to becoming a very talented and high indemand Tattooist and Fine Artist wherever she goes with her 20 year career.I ask her lots of questions regarding the tattoo world, so if you are into tattoos, wanna hear some good stories and have some laughs check it out.
2022-02-011h 41Basement KidsDANIEL JOHNSON | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 5Daniel Johnson went from Farm Boy wanting to be Elvis to being in a JUNO nominated Pop band touring all over Canada and the US to starting his own business,making bold investment moves and living his best life.
2022-01-181h 41Basement KidsPETE NGUYEN | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 4Got to chat with my buddy Pete Nguyen who is a Partner and Chief Brand Officer of Sea Change Brewing Co.Pete went from drawing comics as a kid to becoming a muralist and Partner at Sea Change Brewing Co.
2022-01-041h 33Basement KidsPATRICK KORDYBACK | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 3Pat Kordyback is the lead vocalist and songwriter for JUNO nominated, Multi-Platinum Canadian Pop band STEREOS. We talk about the Stereos comeback, new album and upcoming tour as well as his journey to this point.I love this handsome man and always have a blast chatting with him, so please check this one out and share with everyone you know!!
2021-12-1450 minBasement KidsNICK MALYCHUK | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 2This time I chatted with my good buddy Nick Malychuk who plays bass in Edmonton Alt Rock/Pop Punk band Calling All Captains! He tells how he got started in music, how Calling All Captains formed, their record deal, opening for The Offspring, touring, and releasing their new album "Slowly Getting Better" out now by the way!He's got great stories, I love this man and am happy to see him and the boys succeed more and more with what they do.
2021-11-231h 14Basement KidsVANCE BANZO | Basement Kids Podcast | EP 1VANCE BANZOHe is a Saulteaux/Cree Actor/Writer/Comedian who has starred in films such as "The Amazing 25th Year of Mitzy Bearclaw" and the critically acclaimed "Indian Horse", he also writes and stars in the CBC sketch comedy "Tallboyz".This is his story on how he got to where he is today.
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