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The AP Sports PodcastPath To Assistant Producer With Alex Crofts: Dealing With COVID, Masters Degree & Continuous ResilienceFancy running an event for 80,000 spectators whilst on national / international television?
Planning, producing and executing live sporting events which directly affect the spectatorships experience?
You NEED to listen to this episode with Alex Crofts, an assistant producer and the Sports Presentation Group.
Sports Media graduate who has built his career from a content production element to now helping produce some exceptionally high profile events which you would have seen or even experienced.
2 years in and I bet he did not think he wou...2024-03-2849 minThe AP Sports PodcastInternships: The Buckinghamshire Providing Essential Industry Experiences & Life Lessons For Charlie EppsIs Golf management something you want to get into?
Do you want to know how to run a sports club?
Interested in hospitality?
If the answer is YES to any of the above, then you need to check out our latest episode! We spoke with Charlie Epps, a marketing undergraduate at Bournemouth University with a passion for golf, who gave an amazing overview of his internship with the Buckinghamshire Golf Club.
Real and honest insight into the world of ‘personal service’ within a golf club. What exa...2024-02-2059 minThe AP Sports PodcastPit Stops & Press Passes: Nick Golding's Journey From Volunteering To Freelance Journalism“Adapt and Overcome” are the key words echoed in this episode with Nick Golding, an FIA accredited journalist for Formula E and a regular writer in his spare time for Formula 1 and other motorsports.
This weeks episode is our last of our Journalism Focused Month! We have ended it with a cracker!
If you are aspiring to be a journalist / content writer within sports and media then this is perfect for you. Some hard truths and amazing insight into how to get started.
Starting out wh...2024-01-231h 07The AP Sports PodcastSports Journalism: Internship At The Sun With Ellie GrantHERE WE GO Fabrizio Romano - if you know sport and sports journalists or writers then that name would ring a bell?
Do you want to be a journalist? Follow and cover some of the biggest sporting athletes / events in the world?
Think you could be the next Fabrizio Romano?
Live sporting event reporting? Publishing content on some of the biggest events and sporting talking points of the year?
We spoke to Ellie Grant who has just completed her 6 months Sports Journalism Internship at The Sun. As usual we got into deep...2024-01-1449 minThe AP Sports Podcast"DON’T THINK, JUST DO" - How Elliot Got Into Sports Journalism"DON’T THINK, JUST DO!" - Simple right?
New Year means New episodes, and for the next week we are focusing on the world of 'Sports Journalism'. First off we have Elliot Yates!
If you are a sports content fan then I am sure you already watch or follow fan-accounts of your beloved team or athlete.
Or..
Do you have a passion for journalism or creating content on your favourite sports? You NEED to listen to Elliot Yates
Currently at Whisp...2024-01-0757 minThe AP Sports PodcastThe Final Chapter? Chris Reflects On Our 2023As we bid farewell to 2023, join us in this special episode – the last of the year. It's been a rollercoaster as always.
In this solo episode, Chris takes the mic to delve into the lessons learned during our ongoing journey in the podcasting world. From navigating the highs to overcoming the lows, this episode is a candid exploration of growth, resilience, and the essence of embracing the podcasting adventure.
As we wrap up another year of content creation, we’d like to give a shout out to you, the list...2023-12-1659 minThe AP Sports PodcastChris's Journey From Intern To Now Talent Director In 2 Years🎙️ Episode Alert: Celebrating Success and Learning Journeys with Chris! 🚀
In a remarkable journey, our Co-Host Chris has climbed the ranks at The Gold Studios, evolving from an intern in January 2022 to the esteemed positions of Talent Director and Head of Commercial Partnerships by December 2023. Join us as we delve into Chris's path, marked by seizing opportunities, building a successful team, and achieving significant milestones, including securing several brand deals and introducing YouTube Ad integration opportunities.
Discover the keys to success from Chris's experiences:
😬 Embrace the journey, don't fear failure, but learn from every fall.
📖 Acknowledge that learning extends far beyond the classroom...2023-12-1057 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife Update: Chris & His Family Officially Leave Hong Kong After 20 Years"Being in Hong Kong for that long really helped create the way I am now..." Chris shares his experience of growing up in Hong Kong and the day-to-day life of working / living half-way across the world. It is similar but completely different to UK city life! Some fantastic advice and tips to relocating and what to potentially expect. Insightful knowledge on the similarities and differences between the two cities, countries and life as a whole.Sometimes it can be hard to understand how those who are relocating and maybe this may make you th...2023-11-2237 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife Update: What Have We Been Up Too? Our Summer 2023 RecapIsn’t it so important to rest, relax and recharge? Sometimes it is good to reflect and share some of the more outside of the podcast things. This is exactly what this episode is! After a quiet few weeks both Chris and Callum talk through what they did over the summer. After all of your hard work whether you are studying or working full-time it is so rewarding to take a break and unwind. Trying to stay away from all of those emails and messages that usually you would work through. Trusting in your team / colleagues to ste...2023-10-1736 minThe AP Sports PodcastFrom University Student To Head of Medical At Wimborne FC With Billy ColemanInterested in sports therapy and working in professional / semi-professional sport? Do you see yourself working with the next generation of athletes? Not sure where to begin? If the above applies then check this episode out! We chat with Billy Coleman, who has worked at AFC Bournemouth part-time as an ‘Casual Academy Sports Therapist/ Physiotherapist’ for two years whilst studying at Bournemouth University. Billy is now Head of Medical at Wimborne Football Club. Billy gives a fantastic insight into what makes a great sports therapist and the qualities needed to succeed.What to expect...2023-09-1753 minThe AP Sports PodcastBECOMING A GOLF CONTENT CREATOR !??! We speak to golf creator Tom Ballington!THIS WEEK we're very excited to bring you the next episode, it is a part 1 with the next part being released very shortly so stay tuned!! Delighted to bring Tom Ballington to the AP Sports Podcast. Tom has over 100,000 + Tik Tok subscribers and is already bringing new content to social media with his channel ‘Tom Ballington Golf’ and ‘Sliced Bread Golf’. Hear how Tom picked up the camera and how he decided to take a few passions and turned it into a career which he loves! ‘You are going to hate the first bit of content you release’...2023-07-1630 minThe AP Sports PodcastS&C Placement Year At The Welsh Rugby Union & Ospreys Rugby Team with Ben DawsonHave you ever considered a career within coaching? Have you ever wondered what it is like to work within a professional elite national team? Is strength and conditioning a career you are looking at right now? Our next episode will answer all of the questions above as the AP Sports Podcast chats with Ben Dawson. Ben is currently coming to the end of his placement with Welsh Rugby Union but we spoke to him around 5 months into his strength and conditioning placement. This episode is truly eye opening as Ben covers: Where his passion for...2023-05-1045 minThe AP Sports PodcastPublic Speaking?!?! We Went Back To Our Old University To Speak To Current StudentsIt has been a few weeks since Chris and Callum went back to their old stomping grounds at Bournemouth University to give a motivational and targeted talk with a group of the final year students. An overall fantastic experience to go back to our universities to give some insight, hints, tips and tricks to current students regarding strategic thinking and what to expect once you leave the university environment. Our talk involves how we prepared for the talk in-front of 50+ lecturers and students. General feelings around presenting to an audience, our initial nervousness and how we man...2023-03-2749 minThe AP Sports PodcastOur 1st Year Of Podcasting : The Honest TruthThis episode is a special one due to it being the ONE year anniversary of both Chris and Callum starting from scratch with little to no experience within podcasting. SPOILER ALERT - Podcasting is hard!It’s a special one due to this episode being the first video recorded episode with the help of OSR Studios as we reflect on the first year of podcasting. The peaks and troughs of podcasting and the multiple facets on how to execute a podcast. A big thank you to everyone who have supported us throughout the la...2023-03-2037 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife Update : Chris Gets Promoted To Talent Manager After Just 7 Months At The Gold StudiosThat's right another 'Life Update' episode, a series where we keep you all updated on both Chris and Callum's individual career journeys!A little late on the release of this, but it's official that Chris was promoted at The Gold Studio’s.. From a 2 month Intern, then becoming a Talent Executive for 7 months, Chris is now an official Talent Manager and Lead for Global PartnershipsA crazy journey but a lot to unpack, so we sit-down and have an open and honest discussions about Chris's exciting future/next steps.We discuss:H...2023-02-2431 minThe AP Sports PodcastSam Bennett's Hampshire FA Business & Marketing InternshipBefore coming back to Bournemouth University for his final year studying Sports Management , Sam enrolled on Hampshire FA’s internship program, specifically working in the business and marketing team.In this episode Sam shares he journey starting from trying gain a placement opportunity, to what he learn through his year and everything in-between.Some example key topics were:⁃How Sam actually go the internship (it’s not as typical as you think)⁃How was the process of getting onto the internship program⁃What he actually did as a day to day and how it progressed...2023-02-1037 minThe AP Sports PodcastBONUS : Throwback To Our Qatar FIFA World Cup ChatterRemember the Qatar FIFA World Cup ?Well back in November we had a candid chat about our thoughts on the whole tournament. A very chilled out and on the stop chat. Thing we chat about include:What we thought the tournament was like during the winter timeWhere we watched some of the games and what that was likeDiscussed some of the crazy upsetsTried to guess who would win the whole tournament, (listen to see if we were right)And much much more.Yes it's not a typical episode from us, but...2023-02-1022 minThe AP Sports PodcastChris Attends The Exclusive F1 Arcade Launch PartyDo you feel daunted by the prospect of a networking event? Unsure how to approach someone at these events and what to say in front of celebrities and sporting heroes?Well in this episode we explore the grand opening event at the F1 Arcade, networking tips and general information on the first F1 Arcade in LondonFor context, Chris was invited to the event via one of his clients and it turned out to be a huge opportunity to network and keep building your contacts and own personal brand. Chris met the likes o...2023-02-0622 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife Update : Chris Gains His First Full-Time Role As Talent Executive At The Gold StudiosWe are back with some huge news, from our very own Chris Smith who has an exciting update for all of us! Since graduating back in 2021 Chris was on the hunt to work in talent management, with the goal of being an agent further down the line in his career. Chris volunteered and interned for several individuals and business, but most recently was interning at The Gold Studios which started in January 2022.Then fast forward into the year to April this year, Chris gained a full time role as talent executive at ‘The Gold Studios’, a tal...2022-10-1856 min
The AP Sports PodcastAnnouncement - Partnering With The Player Care Group & Get £40 Off Their Course!STOP SCROLLING.. A Certificate & You Can Get £40 Off! We have an Announcement!! - We are extremely excited to announce that we are partnering with ‘The Player Care Group’ founded by Hugo ScheckerThat’s right, we are here to provide you insight into a whole new world in football and sports in general which is player care. Have you ever heard of it? With the player care job market booming and further opportunities being presented, it felt it was right to help get the word out!. What’s the best way to help? It’s of course working with...2022-09-2707 minThe AP Sports Podcast**AP JOB ALERT** Commercial Strategy Executive @ OctagonNEWS… The AP Sports Podcast is debuting a new type of content that we are looking to roll out every so often. Callum and Chris will be discussing new job roles / internships every so often which will be aimed at entry level to 3/4 years experience. The is all to help you ensure you don't miss out on some great career opportunities that are out there!The idea is to give you: Brand new roles, coming to you direct in which you can then listen / apply forThis will showcase roles that you may have never known existed bef...2022-07-2215 minThe AP Sports PodcastReflecting on how we felt when completing our university degreesCALLING ALL SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY GRADUATES & STUDENTS.... WE UNDERSTAND YOU! 🎓If you're a student finishing university it's around that time of year where you are finding out your results or grades! Which is why Callum and Chris decided to take a step back, look back and reflect on how they felt coming to the end of university this time last year and moving into the big world.... Yes we did feel anxious and slightly nervous so don't worry! In this episode, we reflect on:Our own thoughts/feelings this time last year to when we ha...2022-07-2143 minThe AP Sports PodcastUtilising the 'underdog' platform LinkedIn & adopting the 'learning mentality' with Sam ListerWe welcome Sam Lister to The AP Sports Podcast on this episode. He is an editor, content producer and huge advocate for social media, in particular LinkedIn to build your own personal brand from across the pond in America! A fantastic episode for those out there who are looking to utilise or doubting LinkedIn and social media to bolster their opportunities and build their connections. Key things we discuss: How Sam initially got into producing content and creating videos The importance of LinkedIn - how to utilise this ‘underdog’ platform. How LinkedIn helped Sam with oppo...2022-07-0744 minThe AP Sports PodcastA recap of key trends and takeaways we gained from our episodes... so far!Join Chris and Callum for their insights on how the last couple of months have gone and see what else they have in store. A great overview of the journey so far with references to previous episodes to continue to de-fog the mist surrounding a career within sport! ------------------------------------------------So YOU DO NOT miss out, remember to follow us on all our socials through the links below!InstagramPodcast LinkedInChris Smith LinkedInCallum Amos LinkedIn To help make this the best possible p...2022-06-0821 minThe AP Sports PodcastAn Introduction Into The Horse Racing Industry By Dan Skelton Racing’s Head Of CommunicationsAnd... they're off 🏇🏼🏇🏼🏇🏼 In this episode we learn about Tiggy Vale-Titterton's journey into the working within the tight-nit horse racing community, what life it’s like in the industry and her advice for helping students/graduates get into the world of horse racing.Here are some of the things covered:Specialist colleges, such as Hartpury University 📚Starting a side hustle / small business from a hobby 📷Moving to one of the best horse-racing trainers in the UK 🏇🏼Networking within the horse racing community 📱Insight into being a Head Of Communication early into her career 📈A big thank you to Tiggy for jumping on a cal...2022-05-1934 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife As A : Event Operations Coordinator In The BSI Speedway Team At IMGJoin us when we meet Evelina Belevich to discuss her previous role with IMG as an Event Operations Coordinator!! Evelina is currently at the ‘W Series' but we are going to explore her previous role with the IMG where she stayed for 2.5 years. This role accelerated (pardon the pun) her sports career and has led her to where she is now. Join us in scaling back to Evelina’s first role within sport and see if a career within events management is for you! Topics covered: How did Evelina manage to secure a role with IM...2022-04-2556 minThe AP Sports PodcastBeing Proactive At University : Interning At Maidenhead United Football Club Whilst Studying Football Business & Marketing At UCFBWhilst at university we were never advised, guided, or told about how vital an internship is, no matter how big or small. We both hold your hands up and say we wish we did something whilst at university or even before then, so we could of been better prepared for getting the roles we wanted after university! However is it possible? This episode we spoke to Joseph Panons, a current second year marketing student at UCFB who is at the same time working for Maidenhead United Football Club as a media assistant. We ask Joseph the classic q...2022-03-2242 minThe AP Sports PodcastIndustry Insight : Introduction Into Data & Research With Octagon’s Junior Research Manager - Who You Work With, What Skills You Need To Succeed & The Opportunities It Can Lead ToIt's a little bit of a different episode this time around. Callum and Chris get Toby Pimlott, Octagon's young sole Junior Research Manager who has previously worked in data/research role at Creative Arts Agency (CAA), Manchester United and The DP World Tour... overall it's not a bad list to have under your belt..Toby shares the importance of data + research, such as how it contributes to deciding suitable sponsorship deals and providing direct performance results on how activations perform etc. Other topics include:👉🏾 Who the data and research team collaborate with👉🏾 The essential skills you ne...2022-03-0135 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife As A : Sponsorship Sales Coordinator At The DP World Tour With Alec ScottThe DP World is one the global professional golf tours which attracts the best players around the world, the biggest celebrities for Pro-Am's and attracting some of the biggest brands and sponsors, an area we focused on in this episode. In this episode we talked to Alec Scott, the DP World Tour's sole sponsorship sale coordinator within the tour's sales team. Specifically Chris & Callum asked Alec about life at the tour, how he ended up there, the purpose of his role and what skills he needs to do his jobs well. Alec even provided some advice for a...2022-01-2441 minThe AP Sports PodcastLife Update : Chris Completes His Internship At The European TourThis week is the first episode of our "Life Update" Series, our way of keeping The AP Sports Podcast relatable by giving you insight into our young career journeys. On this first episode of this series we focus on Co-Host Chris Smith and his internship in the 'Partnerships Management Team' at The European Tour. We cover everything from how Chris found the role, the interview process, what the role consisted of, if he got extended or not, and of course the great stories which have come from his brief time. If you have any questions on Chris's...2021-10-2736 minThe AP Sports PodcastThe Start Of The Journey : An Introduction To What This Podcast Is All AboutWelcome Aspiring Professionals... Join Us On The Journey.. Chris and Callum dive deep into their thought process on why they created The AP Sports Podcast, whilst also explaining what content is to be expected and why. After this episode you'll be fully aware of what's to come so you can prepare for the relatable and relevant content, helping you break into or become a better professional in the sports industry.Follow us on our socials including Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn via the link below:https://linktr.ee/TheAPSportsPodcast------------------------------------------------2021-10-2036 minThe AP Sports PodcastA Brief Welcome To The AP Sports PodcastA quick hello and introduction to The AP Sports.... official episodes coming this week! ------------------------------------------------So YOU DO NOT miss out, remember to follow us on all our socials through the links below!InstagramPodcast LinkedInChris Smith LinkedInCallum Amos LinkedIn To help make this the best possible podcast for you, feel free to share your feedback, thoughts and any areas you want us to look into. Use the email below!Email : ap.sportspodcast@outlook.comWe are here for you!2021-10-0301 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 131 - The Offspring (Dexter Holland & Noodles)Smash. Punk legends, original pranksters and certified geniuses, The Offspring, are our guests on Episode 131 of Sappenin' Podcast! The dynamic duo of Dexter Holland and Noodles (not his real name) take time to share some laughs and insights into nearly four decades of unbelievable shenanigans. In this conversation, we discuss the bands new album 'Let The Bad Times Roll', how it took them nine years to feel comfortable with it, the rise and fall of punk rock, important tips from their touring nightmares, unexpected hobbies, drunken show disasters vs emergency pee breaks, their impact on music today, helping return...2021-05-2854 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 130 - Colin Doran (Hundred Reasons / They Fell From The Sky)Crush This World. Music lecturer, inspirational vocalist and top chap, Colin Doran, is our guest on Episode 130 of Sappenin' Podcast! In the early 2000's, Hundred Reasons established themselves as a key figure to the British alternative rock revival, creating a cult community and albums that would go on to inspire a generation of bands. After some time away from the stage, Colin is back fronting a new project in "They Fell From The Sky", with drummer Jason Bowld (Pitchshifter / Bullet For My Valentine). Throughout this conversation we discuss everything from the bands formation to Doran's work as a music...2021-05-211h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 129 - Patrick Miranda (Movements)Skin To Skin. New-wave emo lyricist, Patrick Miranda, is our guest on Episode 129 of Sappenin' Podcast! Since their inception in 2015, Movements have become a household name in the alternative music scenes, providing their own mixture of emo, pop punk, post-hardcore and spoken word influences. In this conversation, Pat opens up on the bands return with latest album 'No Good Left To Give', their early success vs growing up, what is was like having multiple major record labels trying to sign them after their first show, completing a tattoo apprenticeship in lockdown, finally getting the courage to write songs about...2021-05-141h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 126 - Travis Clark (We The Kings)Check Yes, Sappenin'. Songwriting hit master, devoted father and big hair enthusiast, Travis Clark, is our guest on Episode 126 of Sappenin' Podcast! The We The Kings vocalist takes a nostalgic trip as we celebrate the bands 15th year anniversary, his involvement behind so many of pop-punks biggest songs and some unbelievable life experiences. In this conversation we discuses the bands new SAGA EP, how every track is inspired by a previous WTK era, getting shut down by the police in the early days, being able to spend more quality time with his daughters, writing for other artists like Avril...2021-04-231h 19
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 125 - While She Sleeps #2 | Sleeps Society | (Sean Long & Mat Welsh)Sleeps Society. DIY, punk-rock and independent music blueprints, While She Sleeps are our guests on Episode 125 of Sappenin' Podcast! Guitarwizards, Sean Long and Mat Welsh celebrate the release day of their new album with insights into their fan funded community, songwriting secrets and why they're taking it on themselves to change the industry for good. In this conversation, we learn what makes them the most hard working band on the planet, how they're trying to put value back into music, being able to employee their crew during the pandemic, record label vs management pro's and cons, unexpected workloads, providing...2021-04-161h 32
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 124 - Holding Absence (Lucas Woodland & Scott Carey)This Is Holding Absence. Best friends, songwriting brothers and Welsh dreamers, Lucas Woodland and Scott Carey, are our guests on Episode 124 of Sappenin' Podcast! In preparation for the band's second studio album 'The Greatest Mistake Of My Life' being released on April 16th 2021, we get an honest, inspirational and very chaotic look, into their new reimagined era. In this conversation we dive into the struggles of starting over, line up hiccups, their mission to change music fashion, ditching their famous black and white filters, growing up together, songwriting secrets, working with producer Dan Weller (Young Guns, Enter Shiakri, Dream...2021-04-091h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 123 - The Blackout: 'Hope' | 10th Anniversary (Gavin Butler, James 'Bob' Davies & Jason Perry)Ambition Is Critical. On April 4th 2011, The Blackout released their crowd funded, critically acclaimed and emotionally cherished record, 'Hope, that lead to arguably their most successful period as a band. As this weekend marks it's tenth year anniversary, we invited Sappenin' Podcast favourites, Gavin Butler, James 'Bob' Davies and producing royalty, Jason Perry (A, McFly, Kids In Glass Houses), to celebrate it's legacy, reminisce and uncover some ridiculous secrets from an important era to those involved, along with a fans (Morgan) prospective, for Episode 123. In this conversation, not only do all five of us give our own insights into H...2021-04-021h 30
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 122 - Electric Century (Mikey Way & David Debiak)Alive. Two of alternative music's biggest influences: Mikey Way (My Chemical Romance) and David Debiak (Sleep Station), aka Electric Century, are our guests on Episode 122 of Sappenin' Podcast! This is something special, the pair never do interviews and we're told THIS is the first time, they've ever done anything like this together and honestly, it might be one of our most passionate, mind blowing and insightful podcasts yet. In this conversation we dive into the world of Electric Century with their new studio album, graphic novel and world of characters, as we look back at how both their careers...2021-03-261h 30
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 121 - Sophie K (Music Journalist / Kerrang! Radio / On Wednesdays We Wear Black)Presenting Change. Inspirational music personality, Kerrang! Radio host and total badass, Sophie K, is our guests on Episode 121 of Sappenin' Podcast! The rock journalism queen takes us on a journey through her career, voicing rebellion and a unique look into a different side of the music industry. Dive into her experiences from working with BBC Radio 1, Scuzz TV and Team Rock to launching her 'On Wednesdays We Wear Black' podcast with Alyx Holcombe and Yasmine Summan, starting off as a kids celebrity in Uganda, being possessed by the evils of metal, fighting for equality across the field, her best...2021-03-191h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 120 - Chris Carrabba (Dashboard Confessional)Screaming Infidelities. Emo god, influential songwriter and the beautiful human that is, Chris Carrabba, is our guest on Episode 120 of Sappenin' Podcast! Now celebrating over two decades of Dashboard Confessional, our emo lord and savior takes time to not only look back at his legendary career, but his new passion for life, music and the scene that's embraced him. In this conversation we discuss Chris' recovery from his horrible motorcycle accident last summer, having to re-learn guitar, readjusting his priorities, connecting with people through music, sitting on a secret album, the innocence of his early records, Further Seems Forever...2021-03-121h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 119 - Liam Cromby (We Are The Ocean)Confessions. After two years of requests from listeners, Liam Cromby, is finally our guest on Episode 119 of Sappenin' Podcast! For the first time ever, Liam opens up on the end of We Are The Ocean, life after the band, his darkest struggles and recently finding a new spiritual awakening, where he's the happiest we've ever seen him. Since WATO last show in 2017, it's been a painful experience for the singer songwriter to look back at his previous role, but after some time away from the spotlight, new circumstances and reconnecting with old friends, Liam is now ready to open...2021-03-051h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 118 - Aaron Pauley (Of Mice & Men / Jamie's Elsewhere)Timeless. Of Mice & Men vocalist, bassist and now producer, Aaron Pauley, is our guest on Episode 118 of Sappenin' Podcast! Celebrate the release of their new EP, as we dive into tales from the bands storybook career and how they're changing the game from a music distribution standpoint. Experience insights into their evolution, using 2021 as a whole year of new music, signing to SharpTone Records, producing all this material, learning from the biggest rock producers, his side project Jamie's Elsewhere, dealing with friends who thinks he's rich, eating candy for breakfast, an amazing Dave Grohl story and a very deep...2021-02-261h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 117 - Press To MECO (Luke Caley, Lewis Williams & Jake Crawford)EXCLUSIVE! The new era of Press To MECO starts here, on Episode 117 of Sappenin' Podcast! Luke Caley, Lewis Williams and new recruit Jake Crawford are our guests for a very special, world premier, conversation to announce the release of their highly anticipated third studio album Transmute on June 11th 2021 via Marshall Records. Get ready to experience honest and indepth insights into these new songs, recording in an old English castle, their brotherhood relationship with friend of the podcast, Machine The Producer, an introduction to Jake, struggling to keep him secret, the bands lowest points, almost breaking up, new influences, 2000...2021-02-191h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 116 - Dave Lombardo (Slayer / Misfits / Suicidal Tendencies / Mr. Bungle)Raining Blood. Drum icon, metal legend and rhythm master, Dave Lombardo, is our guest on Episode 116 of Sappenin' Podcast! He's been behind the kit to countless influential bands and now he's on with us? What a mad sentence. As a founding member of Slayer, Lombardo has spent the last four decades changing the game for drummers in every genre. Now a member of Misfits, Suicidal Tendencies, Mr. Bungle and many more, we discuss his living hero status, effect on metal, staying motivated, what separates all his projects, favorite Slayer moments from his twenty-two year stint with the band, the t...2021-02-121h 05
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 115 - Matt Willis (Busted)Dawson's Geek. King of the Jungle, badass bassist and wonderful human, Matt Willis, is our guest on Episode 115 of Sappenin' Podcast! Busted's resident punk opens up a catalog of insane stories as we dive into his two decades under the mainstream media spotlight. Experience exclusive insights into his new homeschooling regime, the bands current status, reunion and original break up, his dark time away from music, transitioning into the world of acting, TV presenting and podcasting, the whole McBusted experience, his relationship with McFly, that 2006 solo record, other secret projects, trouble with a Back To The Future DeLorean, eating...2021-02-051h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 114 - Trenton Woodley (Hands Like Houses)Music To Make You Feel Something. Australian spiritual vocalist, Trenton Woodley, is our guest on Episode 114 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Hands Like Houses songwriter joins us as we dive into the mind behind one of the most genre adaptable bands of recent times. Experience secrets into their last decade on the road, channeling summer beach vibes on their recent self titled EP, a story about Gordon Ramsey nobody was expecting, writing songs for sports events like WWE, Rugby league and Aussie rules, the importance of supportive fans that build a Patreon community, insane impacts of meeting his musical heros...2021-01-291h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 113 - Chris DeMakes (Less Than Jake)Blast From The Past. Ska Punk legend, comedic showman and inspirational workaholic, Chris DeMakes, is our guest on Episode 113 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Less Than Jake vocalist smothers us with his fun loving energy, as we uncover thirty years worth of outstanding tour memories. Experience hilarious insights into the bands ska vs punk roots, celebrating the release of his new book, tracking down some iconic photos from his time on the road, changing the bands dynamics on new album Silver Linings, the art songwriting, Warped Tour records, making custom tracks for his fans, silly accents, outranges costumes, his party...2021-01-221h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 112 - Max Helyer (You Me At Six)SUCKERPUNCH. You Me At Six guitar hero, songwriting addict and loveable human, Max Helyer, is our guest on Episode 112 of Sappenin' Podcast! With YMAS new album released TODAY, we thought we'd invite the cheeky chap on to celebrate the bands new era, ridiculous achievements and fifteenth year anniversary. Get all the gossip on new music, absolute wild scenes from recoding in Thailand, the night out that scares him forever, mashing genres, growing up in the tour spotlight since pre-pubity, what early records like Take Off Your Colours, Hold Me Down and Sinners Never Sleep mean to fans, that night...2021-01-151h 30
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 111 - Fred Mascherino (The Color Fred / Ex-Taking Back Sunday)Where You Want To Be. One of emo's most influential songwriters, Fred Mascherino, is our guest on Episode 111 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Color Fred vocalist and Ex-Taking Back Sunday guitarist takes time to provide honest conversations on his two decades in the scene and the legacy he's created for all the bands you're obsessed with today. Throughout this episode we experience insights into his love for writing, new music for The Color Fred, starting his own YouTube channel, working with other artists, how he almost joined Dashboard Confessional, a beautiful tribute to his hero Eddie Van Halen, living the...2021-01-081h 41
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 110 - Mark Trotter (Lonely The Brave)The Hope List. It's a Sappy New Year and humble songwriting soul, Mark Trotter, is our guest on Episode 110 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Lonely The Brave guitarist helps us bring in 2021 with a bunch of truly honest conversations from one of our most anticipated acts of the year. After going through a lot of changes behind the scenes, one of Europe's most established touring bands are back and we've got all the gossip on what's going on! Get ready to experience honest secrets on everything from their comeback album to changing vocalists, the fresh impact of working with Jack...2021-01-011h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 109 - Dave Hill (Slade)Merry Xmas Everybody! Are you hanging up a stoking on your wall? Certified music icon, Dave Hill of Slade is our guest on Episode 109 of Sappenin' Podcast! One of the godfathers of rock n roll, guitar ledged and the brains behind the greatest festive track ever, is with us as a special jolly holiday treat. Experience over fifty years of industry secrets, mind boggling stories and music history theories from a real rock hero. Dive into the bands insane back catalog of number one hits, how they first started to gain momentum, their impact on today's music with everyone...2020-12-251h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 108 - Buddy Nielsen (Senses Fail)Still Searching. Senses Fail founding member, music enthusiast and emo lyrical genius, Buddy Nielsen, is our guest on Episode 108 of Sappenin' Podcast! Despite not being able to tour, 2020 has been a insane year for the voice of a generation, so we thought we'd invite him on to talk all about it! Get ready to experience honest stories behind the bands lasting legacy in the emo and post-hardcore scenes, containing to move forward, being locked away in the studio working on a new record, Christmas obsessions, covering The Misfits with Saves The Day, the high and lows over the last...2020-12-181h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 107 - Craig Mabbitt (Escape The Fate / The Dead Rabbitts)Invincible. Gothic metalcore vocal superstar, Craig Mabbitt, is our guest on Episode 107 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Escape The Fate frontman has had a life changing year both personally and professionally in 2020 and we're super stoked to have him on to tell us all about it. Not only do we uncover unique secrets on the bands new album Chemical Warfare but get super honest conversations about his journey to sobriety, after almost two decades of embracing the stereotypical rock and roll touring lifestyle. Throughout the episode we dive into everything from his darkest days on the road, the pressure of m...2020-12-111h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 106 - Max Cavalera (Soulfly / Killer Be Killed / Nailbomb / Ex-Sepultura)Reluctant Hero. Heavy metal god, riff legend and inspirational mastermind, Max Cavalera, is our guest on Episode 106 of Sappenin' Podcast! The brilliant mind behind genre defying bands Soulfly, Sepultura, Nailbomb and more takes a trip down memory lane to reflect on his near 40 years of insane life experiences and the return of metals craziest super group Killer Be Killed. Get ready for truly mind blowing stories on how the KBK project started with members of The Dillinger Escape Plan, Mastodon, and Converge, his undisputed passion got music, touching tales from his time with Lemmy, Corey Taylor and Fred Durst...2020-12-041h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 105 - Atreyu (Brandon Saller & Porter McKnight)Save Us. Inspirational, metal-core, party animals, Atreyu, are our guests on Episode 105 of Sappenin' Podcast! After two decades of voicing a whole movement, Brandon Saller and Portor McKnight join us to talk the bands new era, line up shift and hilarious road stories. Get ready to experience true secrets on their new dynamic, Alex Varkatzas departure, working on the next album, returning to John Feldmann, Brandon's decision to step away the drums, new recruit Kyle Rosa, extremely motivational situations, their touching experiences with Chester Bennington and Chris Cornell, getting actual scares from playing with Iron Maiden, their short hiatus...2020-11-271h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 104 - Second Anniversary Special with Charlie Simpson (Busted / Fightstar)A Present For Everyone. It's our second year anniversary and songwriting genius, Charlie Simpson, is back to help us celebrate on a very special Episode 104 of Sappenin Podcast! The Busted, Fightstar and solo vocalist helps us reflect, laugh and pokes fun at us, as we uncover exclusive secrets on his first new solo material in almost half a decade! Experience wild stories behind his new single I See You, starting his own independent record label, what that means for him as a musician going forward, signing other artists, building a studio during time in lockdown, strange Busted situations, updates o...2020-11-201h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 103 - Ryan Seaman (I Don't Know How But They Found Me)Razzmatazz. Diverse drumming icon, musical chameleon and larger than life personality, Ryan Seaman, is our guest on Episode 103 of Sappenin' Podcast! If you like podcasts with ridiculous stories, then THIS is the one for you. Ryan has been a hired figurehead over the last two decades, playing with a bunch of scene defying artists from Falling In Reverse to Jeffree Star. Aiden, I Am Ghost and millions of session work, but you might know him now from creating groovy beats with his best friend (and friend of the podcast) Dallon Weekes in I Don't Know How But They Found...2020-11-131h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 102 - Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox)Holy Roller. The awesome, talented and badass Courtney LaPlante is our guest on Episode 102 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Spiritbox vocalist opens up on a series of topics including the bands recent success, taking the metal world by storm over the last year and the impact of signing a new lucrative deal with Rise Records. Experience exclusive insights into everything from starting this as a project with husband Mike Stringer, their time together in Iwrestledabearonce, working on her vocal techniques, needing surgery, the actual ins and outs of a record deal, confidence trouble, dealing with negative and sexist comments as...2020-11-061h 25
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 101 - Moon Valjean (Goldfinger / Greek Fire / Ex-Story Of The Year)Until The Day I Die. Motivational music genius, Moon Valjean, is our guest on Episode 101 of Sappenin' Podcast! For the last two decades Moon has been a crucial part to our alternative emo scene having key roles in bands such as Story Of The Year, Greek Fire and now Goldfinger, not to mention hosting a highly popular radio podcast The Rizz Show in the states. In this conversation we experience every chapter of his life from his fifteen year stint in Story Of The Year, their early game changing records like Page Avenue to his 2018 departure, the passion of...2020-10-301h 39
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 100 - Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro)Mon The Biff. The beautiful mind, body and soul of alternative music, Simon Neil, is our guest on Episode 100 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Biffy Clyro vocal and guitar magician is with us to celebrate our new triple digit era with heartfelt conversations, unbelievable stories and a serious look back at the bands iconic career. Experience exclusive secrets on every chapter of the Biffy book from starting off at toilet venues in Merthyr Tyidfil to headlining the biggest festivals in the world like Download, Reading & Leeds and Isle Of White, his genius songwriting, the unxpected secret cult legacy of their...2020-10-231h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 99 - John Feldmann (Goldfinger / Producer)Superman. Goldfinger icon, producing royalty and musical mastermind, John Feldmann, is our guest on Episode 99 of Sappenin' Podcast! The godfather to the emo scene celebrates our last double digit episode with a bag full of inane stories, day to day insights and caffeine filled madness. Experience what his hectic schedule is really like as we divulge in songwriting secrets, living next door to Travis Barker, exclusive news on new Goldfinger music, their current supergroup line up, his whole introduction to the punk rock world, the early ska days, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, how he discovered The Used, saving Bert...2020-10-161h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 98 - Simon Young (Journalist / Author)Die Laughing. Music journalist, published author and Geordie banter extraordinaire, Simon Young, is our guest on Episode 98 of Sappenin' Podcast! This certified workaholic has a CV full of whirlwinds situations, stories and job titles that even your grandmother would be impressed with. With the release of his new and debut book 'So Much For The Thirty Year Plan: Therapy? The Authorised Biography' available now, Simon dives into his relationship his relationship with the Irish metal titans and talks to us about his wacky carrier. Hear tales from his fifteen years as part of the Kerrang! team, traveling with and...2020-10-091h 19
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 97 - Saxl Rose (Neck Deep / Wiz Khalifa / State Champs)Play Smart. Multi talented, saxophone genius and collaboration enthusiast, Saxl Rose, is our guest on Episode 97 of Sappenin' Podcast! The positive and inspirational son of a gun is a figure you MUST of seen jump up everywhere in the alternative, pop punk and rap music scenes over recent years, featuring on tracks, touring and performing with a host of incredible names including: Paramore, Wiz Khalifa, Neck Deep, State Champs, The Used, Chris Brown, Beartooth, Bobby V, Stand Atlantic, Kellin Quinn, Halfnoise, Miss May I and so many more! Get to know the man behind the sax as we find...2020-10-021h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 96 - Machine The Producer (Lamb Of God / Fall Out Boy / Every Time I Die / Four Year Strong / Hed PE)Gutter Phenomenon. Music producing, mixing and mastering icon, Machine, is our guest on Episode 96 of Sappenin' Podcast! If you're a regular listener of ours, you've heard countless stories about this true industry legend, but now we finally get to experience his creative mind for ourselves. Machine is a regarded as one of the most prestige and important figures in our scene and the man behind the desk and success to so many of our favorite bands, albums and singles from a variety of rock sub genres. With a discography of working with bands such as: Fall Out Boy, Every T...2020-09-251h 29
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 95 - Mikaila Delgado (Yours Truly)Self Care. Lyrical sweetheart and punk rock queen, Mikaila Delgado, is our guest on Episode 95 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Yours Truly vocalist celebrates the release day of their debut studio album with us as we get into some serious and silly conversations. We've heard SO MUCH about this band (and how cool Mikaila is) over the last year that we thought this was the perfect opportunity to get to know her and the bands biggest secrets. Dive into insights behind the records crustal mental health themes, addressing topics like self worth, grief, anxiety and imposer syndrome, growing up on...2020-09-1856 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 94 - Hassle Records: 15th Year Anniversary (Wez & Mease)Cutting Our Teeth. One of Europe's most important labels, Hassle Records, are our guests on Episode 94 of Sappenin' Podcast! As the record label celebrates its 15th year anniversary, founder Wez and project manager Mease join us for a chance to pick their brains about our favourite releases and a round table dissuasion about what really goes on behind the scenes. Hear about their involvement with bands like Alkaline Trio, We Are The Ocean, Frank Iero, Canterbury, Alexisonfire, Cancer Bats, Lonely The Brave, Casey, Four Year Strong and more to what life is really like as an independent label, industry...2020-09-111h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 93 - Four Year Strong (Alan Day & Dan O'Connor)Brain Pain. Massachusetts bearded punk legends, Four Year Strong are our guests on Episode 93 of Sappenin' Podcast! Alan Day and Dan O'Connor take a chaotic and laughable trip down memory lane with us as they open up on pretty much everything FYS ever. Get stories on their bizarre lockdown adventures, coming to terms with a new normal, digesting the reaction to their new album, why they're so proud of these songs, the legacy of their classic albums Rise Or Die Trying and Enemy of the World, silly song titles and movie references, artwork inspirations, producers and songwriting, how the...2020-09-041h 32
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 92 - Aaron Gillespie (Underoath)Erase Me. The absolute iconic drummer, vocalist and songwriter that is Aaron Gillespie is our guest on Episode 92 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Underoath creative visionary joins us for a set of honest, funny and in-depth conversations on his astonishing career as we cover everything from the bands impact to their genre defying sound, revisiting cult favorite records for The Observatory live streams, the reasoning for originally leaving and eventually rejoining, secretly recording new music, personal life in lockdown, the recent birth of his second child, cooking, religion, writing for other artists, his side project The Almost and much more...2020-08-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 91 - Ryan Potter (The Hunna)I Wanna Know. Indie turned emo punk visionary Ryan Potter is our guest on Episode 91 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Hunna vocalist opens up on the bands incredible journey of highs and lows as they finally have the platform to express themselves. Experience their new era as he discusses their reimagined sound and heavy attitudes, record label heartache, evolving with freedom on new album 'I'd Rather Die Than Let You In', explicit backstage politics, almost breaking up to now working with a collection of his childhood heroes in Fall Out Boy, Blink-182, Twenty One Pilots and My Chemical Romance, personal...2020-08-2156 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 88 - In Hearts Wake (Jake Taylor & Kyle Erich)Worldwide Suicide. Australian metalcore environmentalists In Hearts Wake are our guests on Episode 88 of Sappenin' Podcast! Jake Taylor and Kyle Erich take time to showcase how they're trying to save the planet with all the eco-friendly efforts they are taking with their new album Kaliyuga and how the music industry can do their part, mixed with some insanely random conversations. Yes this is a random and educational at the same time. Listen to the four of us talk carbon footprints, plants, recycled vinyl, heavy riffs, Australian rap, didgeridoos, a lockdown wedding, Trump, Wetherspoons, football, nuclear weapons, awful puns, unique t...2020-07-311h 27
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 87 - Neck Deep #2: Neck Deeper (Ben Barlow & Seb Barlow)All Distortions Are Intentional. Britain's finest pop punk exports Neck Deep are our guests on Episode 87 of Sappenin' Podcast! Ben Barlow returns with his brother Seb Barlow for a series of celebrations to commemorate the release day of their new album (and this time it's deeper... Neck Deeper). Listen to a host of insight, banter and chaos as the four of us discuss the band's slight change in sound, dealing with massive pressure behind the scenes, how Seb finally became a official member after being involved since day one, his established producing career, an update on the whole FUCK...2020-07-241h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 86 - Knuckle Puck (Joe Taylor & Nick Casasanto)Breathe. Chicago emo punk force, Knuckle Puck are our guests on Episode 86 of Sappenin' Podcast! Joe Taylor and Nick Casasanto take a step into the weird and wonderful world of Sappenin' as they open up on their new alum 20/20, their reputation as one of the pop punk scenes most friendly figures, collaborating with Derek from Mayday Parade, finding themselves in similar situations as their musical idols, early demos, breaking down on tour, unsuspected show situations, their favorite conspiracies, The Beatles, Avril Lavigne, the future and more! Lovely and uplifting conversations from a bunch of rad humans. Turn it up...2020-07-171h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 85 - Will Gould (Creeper)Sex, Death & The Infinite Void. Punk's gothic cult leader Will Gould is our guest on Episode 85 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Creeper vocalist draws back the curtains on the bands theatrics, characters and concepts that’s made them the rock titans they are today, in a very artistic conversation that shows their true identity. Get honest insights into their year away from the spotlight, new music, chasing the runaway American dream, unexpected inspirations, creating a real and passionate cult fan base, dramatic image changes, songwriting, mental health, the future and more! Plus find out how we almost got former guest Han...2020-07-101h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 84 - State Champs (Derek DiScanio & Tyler Szalkowski)The Finer Things. International pop punk sweethearts, State Champs are our guests on Episode 84 of Sappenin' Podcast! Derek Discanio and Tyler Szalkowski celebrate the bands tenth year anniversary with a host of candid conversations as we reminisce their journey to becoming one of this generations most influential acts. Uncover unique and untold stories from countless world tours to their first ever practice, becoming the songwriting machines they are today, collaborating with Simple Plan, All Time Low and Blink-182, revisiting their acoustic side with the new Unplugged EP, undergoing speech therapy, chicken nuggets and so much more! We really hit...2020-07-031h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 83 - Bury Tomorrow (Daniel Winter-Bates & Davyd Winter-Bates)The Union of Crowns. British metalcore champions Bury Tomorrow are our guests on Episode 83 of Sappenin' Podcast! Brothers Daniel and Davyd Winter-Bates provide touching yet hilarious conversations on everything from their new album Cannibal to their inspirational work as part of the NHS, all while building a passionate community with their fans. Experience insights into their most angry and honest material to date, mental health stigmas, creating safe spaces, growing as a band during the MySpace era, weird backstage scenarios, freaking out to their idols, twitch streaming, their own independent clothing company, tour injuries, tips for looking after yourself...2020-06-261h 37
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 82 - Northlane (Marcus Bridge & Josh Smith)Quantum Flux. Australian metal-core giants, Northlane are our guests on Episode 82 of Sappenin' Podcast! Marcus Bridge and Josh Smith join us for an episode full of wild stories and deep conversations. Get all the gossip on their new single 'Enemy of The Night', taking the band to the next level with latest record 'Alien', extremely personal lyrics, taking business risks, unbelievable and candid ideas for a post pandemic tour, pure Aussie mannerisms, strange rumors, and so much more including... cricket! Oooh yes, we cover everything! One of the alternative scenes real titans at the moment and we had a...2020-06-191h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 81 - Ben Bruce (Asking Alexandria)Like A House On Fire. Alternative metal guitar wizard Ben Bruce is our guest on Episode 81 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Asking Alexandria visionary joins us for a host of wild and silly conversations on an insane career of riffs, breakdowns, acting and more! Get exclusive gossip and secrets on the bands new album with insights into their evolution of songwriting, working with Matt Good as a producer, the early days, having Danny Worship return on vocals, strange YouTube comments, starting his acting career with American Satan (featuring Andy Black), it’s upcoming spin off series ‘Paradise City’, meeting unexpected movie...2020-06-121h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 80 - Jordan Pundik (New Found Glory)Greatest of all Time. The uncrowned king of pop-punk Jordan Pundik is our guest on Episode 80 of Sappenin' Podcast! New Found Glory's lyrical genius shares a host of laugh and creative conversations not only about their upcoming album Forever + Ever x Infinity but his love and new business adventure in coffee, becoming a qualified tattooist, wild ink stories, drawing talents, the bands insane 23 year journey, unexpected influences, their roots, basketball obsessions, predicting the future, cool merch, being a father in quarantine, Back To The Future, some of the BEST IDEAS EVER and many more shenanigans. Recording this was an...2020-06-051h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 79 - Dance Gavin Dance (Tilian Pearson & Jon Mess)We Own The Night. Experimental emo cult icons, Dance Gavin Dance are our guests on Episode 79 of Sappenin' Podcast! Vocal duo Jon Mess and Tilian Pearson open up on the bands new album Afterburner with candid conversations on their evolution, creating artistic and cartoon worlds, always pushing genres boundaries, fart joke lyrics and some absolutely wild life experiences including strange fan interactions, on stage cringe moments and their favorite hallucinogenic drug stories. Yes! We get into EVERYTHING! Take a trip inside their minds and receive the most honest insight into one of the scenes most influential bands yet. Turn...2020-05-291h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 77 - Matt Good (Producer / From First To Last)Make War. Emo guitar wizard, songwriting genius and producing icon, Matt Good is our guest on Episode 77 of Sappenin’ Podcast! Dive into exclusive insights on all his crazy workings and projects with never told before stories on From First To Last with clarity on their current status, all the gossip and reflection from their 2017 original line up reunion with Skrillex, the time Wes Borland from Limp Bizkit joined the band and even answers to those heavy rumors on new music, all while picking his brain on how he’s made countless incredible records behind the mixing desk with the like...2020-05-151h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 76 - Hyro The HeroGhetto Ambiance. Hip-Hop turned metal mastermind, Hyro The Hero is our guest on Episode 76 of Sappenin' Podcast! Experience exclusive insights into his wild career from creating cover remixes in quarantine to secrets on his next album, crazy feature ideas, his early emo mix-tapes, how he first decided to try and blend the two genres, creating a connection to preform with everyone from Asking Alexandra to Wu-Tang Clan, his mind blowing job of babysitting a rock icons child, breaking records and his feature on 'Higher and Higher' by The Blackout with his side of how it happened, the aftermath that...2020-05-081h 00
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 75 - Matthew Leone (Madina Lake)Playing with Fire. Artistic mastermind, music genius and wholesome soul, Matthew Leone is our guest on Episode 75 of Sappenin Podcast! The Madina Lake bassist celebrates the bands return with secrets behind their first new single in nine years verses their emotional career journey. Experience exclusive insights on their current status, working on a new EP, what changed between their break up and reunion, hidden concepts and connections between every record, creative side projects, the determent River People fan base, becoming a part time British citizen, his charity work, dealing with Covid-19 quarantine, wild tour stories and so much more...2020-05-011h 13
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 74 - Bert McCracken (The Used)Heartwork. The voice to an entire emo generation, Bert McCracken is our guest on Episode 74 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Used vocalist celebrates the release of the bands new album with exclusive and candid conversations on creating a positive artistic release, the bands legacy and evolution, his relationship with long time producer John Feldmann, sneaking onto tour buses, the truth on the original line up, mad features and secret songs he's lent his voice to, creating his own brand of weed, misunderstandings of the past, who would play him in a movie, dealing with Covid-19, the most insane experiences, reminiscing...2020-04-241h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 73 - Thomas Ian Nicholas (Actor / Musician)Frat Party! Hollywood movie star, feel good musician and overall gentleman Thomas Ian Nicholas is our guest on Episode 73 of Sappenin' Podcast. The lead to numerous cult classic films including the American Pie franchise, Rookie of the Year and Walt Before Mickey opens up in a wonderful, honest and funny conversation about his mad career, the movie business and his ‘Thomas Nicholas Band’. Dive into exclusive news on new material, his latest single iWant, never straying from his two loves, The Dangerous Summer, his latest project Adverse with Mickey Rourke, comic-con experiences, whisky, sheep, Stifflers Mom, working with charity and so...2020-04-171h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 72 - Luke Johnson (Lowlives / Lostprophets)Burn Forever. Hard hitting drum machine, beautiful soul and amazing human, Luke Johnson is our guest on Episode 72 of Sappenin' Podcast! The man behind the kit to some absolutely insane and important bands in the alternative rock scene gives us a look into his crazy career with exclusive news on his new band Lowlives, starting up No Devotion and why he decided to leave, making contacts in the early days with Beat Union, Amen, session drumming, teching for AFI, Panic! At The Disco and Alexisonfire, being a father, his Brummie / Cockney / Californian accent, mad auditions and so much more...2020-04-101h 35
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 71 - Hawthorne Heights (JT Woodruff & Matt Ridenour)Sappenin' is for Lovers. Emo gatekeepers, Hawthorne Heights are our guests on Episode 71 of Sappenin' Podcast! JT Woodruff and Matt Ridenour unleash an honestly brutal, funny and refreshing look into their lives on the road over the last two decades. Celebrate the 15th anniversary of their debut studio album 'The Silence of Black and White' with amazing stories on how the record was made and their feelings towards it now, overcoming jaded moments, seeing their audience grow up and connecting with a whole new generation of fans, embracing emo nostalgia, their plans for having time off at home, hilarious...2020-04-031h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 70 - Caleb Shomo (Beartooth)Disease. The multi talented, musical in-cyclopedia that is Caleb Shomo is our guest on Episode 70 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Beartooth frontman invites us into the bands tour bus for a mind blowing conversation on all things music, life and happiness. Hear Caleb take time to reflect on the bands rise over their last three records, how this project started as almost a joke, his former band Attack Attack! (US), catching the songwriting bug with writing, recording and producing EVERYTHING, his mix-tape list of his own collaborations, names he's almost worked with, mad John Feldman stories, worst criticism, getting bullied...2020-03-271h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 69 - Alex Sim-Wise (OnlyFans / Get Your Bits Out)In the words of Bill and Ted...Sixty-nine dudes! Alternative modeling superstar, author, presenter and sexy consultant, Alex Sim-Wise is our guest on Episode 69 of Sappenin' Podcast. As one of the top creators on OnlyFans, we get invited to find out how "working in the sexy world" really is with her self help website and workshop books in "Get Your Bits Out", strange requests and celebrity DM's, experiences and journeys working for Front Magazine, MTV and BBC Radio 1, being a mother in her industry, time in the music scene, going big on her mad wedding, favourite taboo smells, sexy...2020-03-201h 50
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 68 - Joel Birch (The Amity Affliction)Misery. Joel Birch from The Amity Affliction is our guest on Episode 68 of Sappenin' Podcast! Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week!Follow Us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpodInstagram: @sappeninpod Special thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:Join the Sappenin' Podcast Community: Patreon.com/Sappenin.Dayna Lasnover, Kylie Wheeler, John Price, Emma Barber, Janelle Caston, Liam Connolly, Paul Hirschfield, Nathan Crawshaw, Scarlet Charlton, Kelly Irwin, Drew Styles, Sam Ledgerwood, Mitch Perry, Becca Vaughan, Caden DenOudst...2020-03-131h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 67 - John O'Callaghan (The Maine)You Are OK. Flamboyant alternative emo songwriter, John O'Callaghan is our guest on Episode 67 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Maine vocalist takes time to dive into the world of their 8123 community by playing us top secret demos of new music, their evolution of sound in recent albums, trying to create an experience, the old MySpace days, keeping up with pop culture, Greta Thunberg, trying to keep everything independent, his upcoming wedding, updates on their drummer Pat's new born baby, letting fans interpret his lyrics, causing chaos for The Blackout on Warped Tour in 2009, getting twitter trolled by Adam Lazzara from...2020-03-061h 01
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 66 - Loathe (Kadeem France & Feisal El-Khazragi)I Let It in and It Took Everything. British metal titans Loathe are our guest on Episode 66 of Sappenin' Podcast! Kadeem and Feisal take time to reflect on the surreal period that has been the release of their second studio album. Experience their reactions to seeing the record blow up online, how the songs were made, having their idols in Deftones, Architects and Good Charlotte post their approval, changing as people, secret family member features, coming to terms with life on the road, working with Ryan Richards from Funeral For A Friend, shocking elements of the industry, snare drums...2020-02-281h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 65 - Shane Told (Silverstein / Lead Singer Syndrome)A Beautiful Place to Drown. One of the most inspirational emo vocalists, songwriters and talkers of our generation, Shane Told is our guest on Episode 65 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Silverstein frontman celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the band with a hilarious, love filled and passionate conversation about their growth, all the secrets behind their new album, it's list of guest collaborations, how the emo scene has evolved, Discovering The Waterfront, his love for Morgans puns, some of the best road stories we've ever heard, THAT Hollywood Undead tour with The Blackout, his podcasting world, vocalist problems, 2000 Trees, life and...2020-02-211h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 64 - Michael "Padge" Paget (Bullet For My Valentine)Hearts Burst Into Fire. Heavy metal riff master and hilarious Welsh gentleman, Michael "Padge" Paget is our guest on Episode 64 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Bullet For My Valentine guitarist gives us an exclusive insight into the bands next chapter as they take time off following their unstoppable touring cycle of latest record Gravity for our Valentines Day special (see how well planned out we are). Get new takes on some of Bullets craziest achievements over the last fifteen years including new ideas, The Poison, inspiring a generation of guitarists, bizarre fan meetings, line up changes, hanging out with everyone...2020-02-141h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 63 - Jordan Buckley (Every Time I Die)New Junk Aesthetic. Hardcore guitar virtuoso and beautiful artist, Jordan Buckley is our guest on Episode 63 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Every Time I Die axemen opened up backstage at Manchester, UK as we get an exclusive insights into working on their new studio album with riff and songwriting ideas, recording with producer Will Putney, the lasting legacy of Low Teens, how ETID has evolved over the years, their crazy touring schedules, going on the road with While She Sleeps, finding yoga and meditation, his paintings, the future and so much more! What a wonderful human, prepare for a look...2020-02-071h 02
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 62 - While She Sleeps (Lawrence Taylor & Mat Welsh)Silence Speaks. Punk metals finest While She Sleeps are our guests on Episode 62 of Sappenin' Podcast! Loz and Mat take time to reflect on the bands biggest run of shows to date after selling out Brixton and Manchester Academy and open up on their famous DIY mindset that's taken them to the next level. Experience hilarious and insightful conversations about their passion for changing the music industry, how they decided to make their own warehouse as a work base, new music plans, So What?, connecting with their audience, not taking anything for granted, riffs, new influences, tour injuries, sharing...2020-01-311h 28