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HORROR 101 with Dr. ACEp 80 - HITCHCOCK’S PSYCHO LEGACY: FROM SHOWER SCENE TO BATES MOTELPSYCHO (1960) d. Alfred Hitchcock (USA) PSYCHO II (1983) d. Richard Franklin (USA) PSYCHO III (1986) d. Anthony Perkins (USA) PSYCHO IV: THE BEGINNING (1990) d. Mick Garris (USA) PSYCHO (1998) d. Gus Van Sant (USA) Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho is not just a film; it’s an institution in the world of cinema, one that redefined the horror genre forever. Based on Robert Bloch’s 1959 novel, audiences were introduced to Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), a seemingly mild-mannered motel owner with a dark and twisted secret. The film's groundbreaking narrative, shocking twists, and chilling atmosphere have influenced film...
2025-02-141h 40
HORROR 101 with Dr. ACEp 68 - UNWRAPPING THE MUMMY!!! (1932, 1959, 1999)THE MUMMY (1932) d. Karl Freund (USA) THE MUMMY (1959) d. Terence Fisher (UK) THE MUMMY (1999) d. Stephen Sommers (USA) One of the most enduring classic horror archetypes, The Mummy has appeared on film almost since the inception of cinema, with numerous silent efforts preceding Universal's landmark production in 1932 starring Boris Karloff. Since then, there have been a surprising number of sequels, reboots, updates, and variations on the classic Egyptian monster and its accompanying curse. Tonight, in the spirit of unwrapping strange gifts and disturbing family heirlooms, we tackle three of the best-known versions of...
2024-12-131h 14
Silicon Slopes | The Entrepreneur Capital of the WorldKickstart Fund General Partner & Founder Gavin ChristensenIn this episode, we dive deep into the world of tech events, the impact of AI on startups, and the unique entrepreneurial culture in Utah. Join us as we discuss:The lifecycle of successful events and how they can sow the seeds of their own destruction.The psychology of events post-pandemic and the shift towards more curated, one-to-one connections.The role of AI in startups and how it's transforming the landscape of software development.The future of SaaS versus AI agents and what it means for businesses.The importance of building a network and...
2024-11-181h 10
HORROR 101 with Dr. ACEp 38 - IT FOLLOWS / THE BABADOOK: THE CLASS OF 2014IT FOLLOWS (2014) d. David Robert Mitchell (USA) THE BABADOOK (2014) d. Jennifer Kent (Australia) 10 years ago, a pair of horror films exploded onto the scene, both from independent writer/directors not known for genre fare, both displaying exceptional visual confidence and storytelling skills, and both layered with multiple levels of metaphor and symbolism spicing their genuinely unnerving and clean mythologies. Critics and audiences celebrated this one-two punch of intellectually stimulating and emotionally gut-wrenching fright flicks, subtly shifting the terror landscape forever. Set in a suburban Detroit teenage wasteland of an indeterminate era, Robert David Mitchell’s I...
2024-07-051h 16
2024-05-021h 05
Perfect Pitch by KickstartKickstart's Founding Story: A Conversation with Gavin Christensen, Alex Soffe, and Dalton Wright, Kickstart’s Founding PartnersCan VCs be founders too? We’re talking with Kickstart’s founding partners to understand how Kickstart…was kickstarted. Join us in today’s conversation with investors Gavin Christensen, Alex Soffe, and Dalton Wright of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West), as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: The slow grind of Kickstart's everyday life in the early days Why no one took Utah VCs seriously and why that has changed Low points in Kickstart’s history and h...
2024-02-061h 21
HORROR 101 with Dr. ACEp 3 - THE TERROR (1963) / TARGETS (1968) BORIS KARLOFF DOUBLE FEATURE!!!THE TERROR (1963) d. Roger Corman (and others) (USA) TARGETS (1968) d. Peter Bogdanovich (USA) 1963’s THE TERROR, celebrating its 60th anniversary, is a legendary curiosity item from producer/director Roger Corman, more famous for its origins than the finished product. According to legend, when Corman wrapped shooting on The Raven ahead of schedule, he took advantage of Boris Karloff’s two extra contracted days to slap together this tale of a reclusive baron with a dark secret. With the sets for the previous film being torn down around the actors’ ears, Corman and others shot all of...
2024-02-0150 min
California Liberty ProjectEpisode 60: Lance Christensen of California Policy CenterIn this episode, I was joined by Lance Christensen of the California Policy Center. Lance is a public-policy specialist with 20 years of experience in and around Sacramento, and he is currently VP of Education Policy & Government Affairs for CPC. We discussed the current status of several notorious bills that have been passed out of the legislature and are currently sitting on Governor Newsom's desk. (Late-breaking news: Gavin Newson just announced earlier today that he will NOT sign AB 957. HUGE WIN!) We also talked about the parental-notification movement in California and the hurdles that we are facing in advancing the...
2023-09-231h 09
Bold of You to SayPushing the Legal Weed ButtonIn this episode Alex and Gavin discuss Tennessee Ernie "I See Both Sides" Ford, drugs, and Back to the Future.Podcast website: https://redcircle.com/shows/bold-of-you-to-sayLeave a review on Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/bold-of-you-to-say-1462323Podcast clips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFY0pg922py2OA1PhzS6dVQMerch: http://tee.pub/lic/a5VKPbBwJu4Patreon: Patreon.com/AlexMyersDiscord: https://discord.gg/kqhec7r8ytAlex's socials:Instagram: https://www...
2023-09-151h 44Perfect Pitch by KickstartDon't Be Outgrown by Your Startup: A Conversation with Dave Grow, CEO of Lucid SoftwareWe talk a lot about how to grow your startup on this show. But once you’ve mastered the startup part, how do you ensure you don’t get left behind as a leader? Join us in today’s conversation with Dave Grow, CEO of Lucid Software, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: Why Dave was compelled to apologize to the first person he managed at Lucid Software H...
2023-08-2939 min
Local MotionLocal Motion: A peek into nontraditional classroomsOn this Local Motion, we'll take a peek into a few nontraditional classrooms in Montrose, Colorado. You’ll hear from Suzy Conty of Miss Suzy’s Educational Services before we turn to Keely Vaughn of the Outer Range outdoor campus. Finally, we’ll sit down with Jack Christensen, the incoming principal of Black Canyon High School. Black Canyon just celebrated its first graduating class last month.
2023-06-0826 min
When the Pandemic Came to TownEpisode 6 - Organizations Part 1This episode explores the importance of community organizations during the pandemic.
Guests include Mary Tabor, Terry Gavin, Kelley Petralia, and Phill Kittredge.
2023-02-2344 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartSurviving Layoffs: A Conversation with PJ O’Neil, Nomad’s Co-Founder & CEOAmong the difficult things founders have to face, layoffs may be the worst. We sat down with a CEO who draws back the curtain on a difficult but often necessary part of startup life. Join us in today's conversation with PJ O'Neil, Co-Founder and CEO of Elements, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we'll talk about: What makes Denver and the Mountain West ripe ground for founders Why PJ's cold...
2023-02-1439 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartBuilding Success, One “No” at a Time: A Conversation with Reese Harper, Elements’ CEOFounder journeys are never the same. Today we’re talking with someone who started their career as a musician, had a layover as a financial advisor, and is now a founder of a startup that is currently raising in one of the toughest fundraising environments we’ve seen. Join us in today’s conversation with Reese Harper, CEO of Elements, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: How Reese’s content...
2023-01-2528 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 207 - The Blackout: Reunion Exclusive with Gavin Butler & Rhys LewisWasn't It, Was It? The Blackout are back (woohoo) and to celebrate, we have the exclusive reunion interview on Episode 207 of Sappenin' Podcast! Gavin Butler and Rhys Lewis tell us why we can finally have nice things, honest secrets behind the bands return and announcing Download Festival 2023. In this conversation, we discuss how things lead to a comeback, moving on from their original break up in 2015, unknown rehearsals, past offers to reunite, honouring the songs memories, the bands status, future shows vs new music, why Download is such a sentimental place for them, fan tattoos, life away from music...
2022-11-111h 17Perfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on Founder-Market Fit with Jeron PaulWhen a venture capitalist invests in a startup, they’re investing in more than just the company. A strong founder-market fit is vital. And few understand that better than today’s guest. As a serial entrepreneur, he’s focused his attention on leadership and has broken the mold for what makes a successful CEO. Join us in today’s conversation with Jeron Paul, Founder and CEO of Spiff, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll ta...
2022-09-0623 min
LaborUnionNews.com's Labor Relations RadioLabor Relations Radio, Ep. 34—CPC's Lance Christensen on California's FAST Act and other Golden State developmentsShare this episode of LaborUnionNews.com's Labor Relations Radio with your colleagues.In this Labor Day Weekend episode of Labor Relations Radio, Lance Christensen Vice President, Education Policy & Government Affairs of the California Policy Center rejoins host Peter List to discuss the FAST Act (AB257)—a bill that will fundamentally transform the fast-food industry in California (and perhaps elsewhere)—the California legislature’s hypocritical failure to allow its staffers to unionize, as well as other legislative issues in Gavin Newsom’s “pay-to-play” California.Related Links:* The California Book of Exoduses* Californ...
2022-09-021h 02Perfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on Inciting Change with John MunroAs a founder, you're facing constant pressure to perform. Whether it's to your employees or your investors, you have a lot to prove. Now, imagine you're hired as a CEO for a startup that's had not one, not two, but five separate CEOs. This week, we're talking with someone who has filled those very shoes and has taken a struggling startup to one that's been acquired by a major enterprise. Join us in today’s conversation with John Munro, CEO of Chargeback, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain We...
2022-06-0925 min
Major Spoilers Comic Book PodcastGideon Falls Volume 1Stay away from the giant cockroach in Gideon Falls! We talk Star Wars, Star Wars, and Star Wars! We review Little Monsters #4 and The Closet #1 from Image Comics, and Potions Inc. #1 from Mad Cave Studios.Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future!Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF)NEWShttps://variety.com/2022/tv/news/mandalorian-star-wars-celebration-pedro-pascal-jon-favreau-dave-filoni-1235280587/...
2022-06-011h 13MajorSpoilers+Gideon Falls Volume 1Stay away from the giant cockroach in Gideon Falls! We talk Star Wars, Star Wars, and Star Wars! We review Little Monsters #4 and The Closet #1 from Image Comics, and Potions Inc. #1 from Mad Cave Studios.
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2022-06-011h 13Perfect Pitch by KickstartSPECIAL EPISODE: Insights on Overcoming Personal Trials with Gavin ChristensenEntrepreneurs are expected to do it all. Run a company, develop great relationships with their investors, keep up with their personal life… all while needing to keep yourself together. But—like everyone else—founders struggle with their own personal battles. Today we’re talking with someone familiar. Someone who has overcome major challenges and reached success. Join us in today’s conversation with investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) for a special episode of Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: Gavin’s diagnosis of Addison’s D...
2022-04-1319 min
chelseafancastChelsea FanCast Preview Show #801Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to discuss a superb win against Liverpool and look ahead to Monday's match against Everton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us report back on Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Liverpool. Unbeaten since his arrival is it time to take Tuchel seriously? We also discuss the re-emergence of Andreas Christensen; ask whether balls over the top to Werner is the key to scoring more goals and bemoan VAR ruining football.Everton's Official Statistician, Gavin Buckland, joins us for the...
2022-02-041h 17
Portfolio PitchGavin Christensen and The Importance of Playing the Long GameAs a military kid and curious adult, Gavin Christensen found himself in many places before settling back into Utah around 2007, where he had the idea of a firm that catered towards the mountain west region. After a rocky start, Kickstart is now the most active investor in Utah. On today's episode, Gavin sits down with Emily to discuss Kickstarts funds, why storytelling is crucial to a successful pitch deck, and the importance of playing the long game.
2022-01-1341 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on Restarting Startups with Dave Hersh: A Conversation with Mobilize Founder & CEOUnicorn. If you’re an entrepreneur you’ve probably heard that term before. It’s a coveted title for companies valued at over $1B and it’s safe to say every founder dreams of hitting that status. But can that level of success actually work against you? Join us in today’s conversation with Dave Hersh, CEO of Mobilize and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) to bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: Why it’s dangerous for startups t...
2021-12-2124 min
BRAND NEW with GAVIN#11 Anthony Wagner, Founder of Fiori GolfAn up and coming golf casual wear brand from Ventura, California.
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2021-12-1332 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp. 10 "Old School Bao, New School Buns" with Jimmy Watson, Founder of Bun BoizFamiliar with Bao Buns? Jimmy is bringing them to market with a new personality as he tests flavors such as buffalo chicken and cheeseburger, mixing the traditional Asian dish with American attitude. Check out Bun Boiz, restaurant located in Provo, Utah.
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2021-12-0630 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.9 "Utah Bug Boys Balling Out" with Josh Nilsen, Founder of The Grit MarketingAfter being named one of Utah's "startups to watch", Josh Nilsen joins the Brand New podcast to share how the Grit was started and how they are growing a salesforce that can't be beat. Tune in to hear their unique story, successes, and plans for the future of door to door pest control.
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2021-11-2941 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on When to Bootstrap and When to Raise with Josh Nielsen; A Conversation with Zencastr’s Founder & CEOSo many founders sacrifice to be able to get their startups off the ground, but not many of them move to Thailand to be able to make it happen. Today we’re talking with Josh Nielsen, Founder & CEO of Zencastr, a successful podcasting platform, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) to bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we talk about: Josh’s scrappy journey of bootstrapping his startup in Thailand How to know if you’re ready for fundra...
2021-11-2317 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.8 “Riding A Need, Like A Wave: North Shore Vacation Rental Cleaning” with Lyric Clarke, Founder of Lemon Home CleaningAfter moving to Hawaii to finish school, Lyric and his wife Bricelyn decided that there was a massive need on the North Shore for an Airbnb rental cleaning company. They then founded "Lemon Home Cleaning", learned how to scale it, and have expanded their operations massively over the last year. Tune in to hear their story and advice!
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2021-11-2228 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.7 "Always Racing, Motocross to Digital Media Marketing" with Nicholas Reed, Founder of 253 MediaIn concluding his professional motocross career, Nicholas Reed decided to turn his digital media marketing company "253 Media" from side-hustle to all-or-nothing! Follow @253media and @nreed253 to connect.
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2021-11-1532 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.6 "Day-Trading College Students Create A Community For Investors" with Griffin Tomas & Ben Or-chen, Founding Members of OBR Investing Fin-MediaHear how OBR Investing strategically took to social media and other outlets to build a community of day-traders ready to take on old fashioned traditional methods of trading!
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2021-11-0834 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.5 "The King of Bed Time Stories" with Danny Naylor, Founder of StorierDanny hopes to decrease childhood screen time by offering more options in audio-entertainment for kids. The Storier app has a catalog of stories, podcasts, and other entertainment that the whole family will enjoy! Find them on the app store and enjoy a month free!
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2021-11-0128 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.4 "The Hometown Side-Hustle Making Headlines" - Little Dipper Bananas with Amber & Scott BaylonInterested in booking The Little Dipper? Follow their instagram at @lildipbananas for more information!
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2021-10-2830 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.3 "Silicon Slopes Startup Doing All The Heavy Lifting" - WeLift with Luke NafradaAfter winning 250k of funding for his startup at Silicon Slopes Summit, WeLift co-founder Luke Nafrada comes on Brand New with Gavin to talk about how the company was started. To support the company, find more information at its page @getwelift or online at getwelift.com.
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2021-10-2527 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.2 “Pioneering Professional Rugby in America” - Utah Warriors Rugby with Calvin WhitingFollow @calv_w and @utahwarriorsrugby for updates on league schedule and upcoming events!
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2021-10-2130 min
BRAND NEW with GAVINEp.1 "A Storytelling Startup Inspiring Student-Athletes Across The Nation" - UNTOLD ATHLETES David BallTune in to @UntoldAthletes on instagram to hear more inspiring stories of student-athletes overcoming adversity! Follow, Share, & Subscribe for future episodes of the "Brand New" Podcast!
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2021-10-1828 minchelseafancastChelsea FanCast Preview Show #801Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to discuss a superb win against Liverpool and look ahead to Monday's match against Everton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us report back on Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Liverpool. Unbeaten since his arrival is it time to take Tuchel seriously? We also discuss the re-emergence of Andreas Christensen; ask whether balls over the top to Werner is the key to scoring more goals and bemoan VAR ruining football.Everton's Official Statistician, Gavin Buckland, joins us for the...
2021-10-121h 18Perfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on a Startup’s First Year with Chris HickenThe first year of a startup’s life is crucial–and life or death decisions seem to be made on a daily basis. Whether it be fundraising, hiring, or simply getting people to care, you have a lot to juggle and today, we’re talking with a founder who can speak to it all. Join us in today’s conversation with Chris Hicken, founder and CEO of ‘nuffsaid and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk...
2021-10-0627 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartLessons on Entrepreneurial Adaptability with Rachel Hofstetter, Chatbooks CMOTo be a successful entrepreneur, you have to be adaptable. Sometimes so adaptable, that you’re completely rewriting the story of your company. To give insight on how you can remain motivated through it all, we’re talking with Rachel Hofstetter, CMO at Chatbooks, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) as we bring you both sides of a Perfect Pitch. In this episode, we’ll talk about: Adapting to new opportunities during career transitions Why quality over quantity is more important in a profes...
2021-09-2122 min
Latter-day Saint MBA PodcastGavin ChristensenGavin Christensen is the founding visionary at Kickstart Fund. In 2008, he recognized the need for both leadership and seed-stage capital in the region, so he launched Kickstart to fill this gap. Starting a seed-stage firm away from the coasts amidst the Great Recession was not easy, to say the least. But this experience means Gavin understands what it’s like to see a vision for the future that few others do, and he knows what it takes to make that vision a reality. His guidance to founders is born of first-hand experience and a desire to build not just a...
2021-09-1542 minchelseafancastChelsea FanCast Preview Show #801Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to discuss a superb win against Liverpool and look ahead to Monday's match against Everton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us report back on Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Liverpool. Unbeaten since his arrival is it time to take Tuchel seriously? We also discuss the re-emergence of Andreas Christensen; ask whether balls over the top to Werner is the key to scoring more goals and bemoan VAR ruining football.Everton's Official Statistician, Gavin Buckland, joins us for the...
2021-06-301h 18Perfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on Unique Category Fit with Verl Allen, Claravine CEOWhile all startups hope to be unique enough to stand out from the crowd, there are often multiple startups within the same category. What if your company doesn’t fit into a standard category? What if your mission is so unique you have to trailblaze your own path in the startup world? To get a better idea of how one niche company successfully did this and grew from seed money into a Series A–all within 20 months–join us in our conversation with Claravine’s CEO and founder, Verl Allen, and investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for star...
2021-06-0219 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartInsights On CEO Transitions with Matthew Hoffman & Jeremy WarrenIt’s common knowledge that entrepreneurs put in long nights and sacrifice basically everything for the benefit of their companies. But here’s a curveball for you: if the success of your business meant stepping down as CEO...could you do it? Today we're talking to Matt Hoffman, the founder and former CEO of Monarx who stepped away to make room for growth and Jeremy Warren, the current CEO. They'll be joined by investor Gavin Christensen of Kickstart (a VC firm for startups in Utah, Colorado, and the Mountain West) to bring you both sides of a perfect pitch. In t...
2021-05-1329 minPerfect Pitch by KickstartInsights on Strong Customer Connections and Awesome Employee Experiences with Vanessa and Nate Quigley, Co-Founders of ChatbooksWhat does it take to be a success in the startup world? One quick google search and you're immediately aware that there are a lot of cooks in that kitchen. But there are some ingredients everyone can agree on. A healthy dose of purpose–the loftier the better–close connection to your customers and an awesome employee experience are necessary elements for growth and greatness. In this episode, we're talking with two founders who've found that magic sauce. Vanessa and Nate Quigley, co-founders of Chatbooks, a Utah-based social startup, will join us along with venture capital investor Gavin Christensen to b...
2021-04-0631 min
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
Chelsea FanCastChelsea FanCast Preview Show #801Stamford Chidge is joined by Jonathan Kydd and Mark Worrall to discuss a superb win against Liverpool and look ahead to Monday's match against Everton.Adam Newson from Football.London joins us report back on Chelsea's 1-0 win away to Liverpool. Unbeaten since his arrival is it time to take Tuchel seriously? We also discuss the re-emergence of Andreas Christensen; ask whether balls over the top to Werner is the key to scoring more goals and bemoan VAR ruining football.Everton's Official Statistician, Gavin Buckland, joins us for the 'Opposition View' to discuss...
2021-03-051h 17Perfect Pitch by KickstartResilience Insights with Rob Nelson, Grow Founder and CEOIf there’s ever a setting where resilience is imperative, it’s a startup. But the combination of uncertainty, lack of control, and the intense pace of a startup can also often have a direct correlation to increased stress, which can in turn negatively impact resilience. It’s tempting to think the solution is to just to work harder. But is that really the best way to develop resilience? Today, we’ll talk with Founder Rob Nelson and investor Gavin Christensen to bring you both sides of a perfect pitch. This episode will explore: Signs that an investor looks fo...
2020-12-1823 min
The New EntrepreneurKickstart's Gavin Christensen talks to the new entrepreneurs about VC firms, pitching, and growing a seed fund.This episode with Gavin Christensen is centered mainly around the investment space in entrepreneurship and business. Seed funds, VC firms, and pitching are the major points that we touch on. We dive deep into each aspect of this particular business with strategies and lessons for young/new entrepreneurs to take away. Hope you future investors enjoy this one!
2020-09-2948 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. 90 - Bonnie Fraser (Stand Atlantic)Pink Elephant. Australia's emo vibe queen Bonnie Fraser is our guest on Episode 90 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Stand Atlantic vocalist returns for her own dedicated episode to not only tell us everything going on with the band and their journey, but her own personal stories of her life, love and insane career. Buckle up for a wholesome, deep and chaotic series of conversations on the most random elements you can ever imagine as we celebrate the release of their sophomore studio album, Skinny Dipping reaching 25 million streams worldwide, the pressure she puts on herself, what dark secrets she's actually...
2020-08-141h 04
Dad ConversationsEpisode 10 - Gavin Christensen (Venture Capital)Today we are joined by Gavin Christensen, Founder and Managing Partner of Kickstart Fund (Venture Capital), Adjunct Professor, Board Member, Father of 2What is Venture Capital? What is a seed fund?Starting his own VC fund in the middle of the Great RecessionThe benefits and challenges of working in a small, growing businessBarely skating by (career, family, life) in the early years of entrepreneurshipWhat founders have that others don't What motivates successful founders (hint: not just money)What has changed in the i...
2020-08-1200 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. 78 - Benjamin Langford-Biss (Bleak Soul / Ex-As It Is)Existential Meditation. Benjamin Langford-Biss is our guest on Epiosde 78 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Ex-As It Is songwriter and guitarist celebrates his return to the music world with us as he unleashes the release of his new project Bleak Soul. Making his second appearance on the podcast, we discover exclusive insights into his debut solo album with honest conversation on these songs, his time away from the spotlight, finally fulfilling a childhood dream, going competently independent, weird influences, how he almost gave up on music all together and more including everything As It Is from why he decided to leave...
2020-05-221h 01
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
Conservative One: Pandemic UnmaskedDr Gavin Ashenden on the pandemic, the Church and religious freedom - Part 2
2020-04-1836 min
Conservative One: Defending Traditions and FreedomDr Gavin Ashenden - Part 2In this final part of the second two-part episode of Conservative One, the podcast defending Traditions and Freedom, host George Christensen (Australian Member of Parliament) interviews the former chaplain to the Queen, Dr Gavin Ashenden, about the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic, the Church and religious freedom.
2020-04-1836 min
Conservative One: Defending Traditions and FreedomDr Gavin Ashenden - Part 1In this two-part episode of Conservative One, the podcast defending Traditions and Freedom, host George Christensen (Australian Member of Parliament) interviews the former chaplain to the Queen, Dr Gavin Ashenden, about the Wuhan coronavirus pandemic, the Church and religious freedom.
2020-04-1831 minConservative One: Pandemic UnmaskedDr Gavin Ashenden on the pandemic, the Church and religious freedom - Part 1
2020-04-1831 min
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
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 61 - Milk Teeth (Becky Blomfield & Em Foster)Owning Your Okayness. Everybody's favorite punk rock mates Milk Teeth are our guests on Episode 61 of Sappenin' Podcast! Becky and Em give us all the gossip and exclusive news behind their upcoming Self-Titled studio album in a real lovely conversation of hilarious laughing fits, mad rants and real band life stories. Get all the insight on the new songs and their evolution as a band as they open the door on everything from weird personal obsessions to keeping the grunge vibe alive, going back to their raw recording roots, unexpected talents, paying rent, Watford football club, ASMR, Elton John...
2020-01-241h 05
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithBonus. 1 - Matt Riddle (WWE)The Bro That Runs The Show. WWE wrestling superstar and former UFC fighter Matt Riddle features on this special bonus episode of Sappenin' Podcast! As the road to sports entertainments biggest night of the year, WreslteMania fast approaches with the Royal Rumble, the nerdy wrestling fans inside of us wanted to share this brilliant, funny and insightful mini-conversation we had with one of the best wrestlers on the planet today. The original bro steps inside the podcast cage with us to lay the raw smackdown on a number of highlights in his career including his move to NXT from...
2020-01-2121 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 60 - YONAKA (Theresa Jarvis & Alex Crosby)Don't Wait 'Till Tomorrow. Fired up alternative rockstars, Yonaka are our guests on Episode 60 of Sappenin' Podcast! Theresa and Alex invite us to a backstage look into their groundbreaking past twelve months with the release of their debut studio album, breaking genre boundaries, being accepted by a mixture of fans, strange gifts, how their lyrics have helped a lot of people they meet on the road, boxing obsessions, tour fails, horror film inspirations, a new found love for cooking, collaborations, new music, plans for 2020 and more! A pure, insightful and relaxed conversation from a band taking over. Turn it...
2020-01-1751 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 59 - Chris Conley (Saves The Day)Can't Slow Down. Emo songwriting sweetheart, lyricist and frontman Chris Conley is our guest on Episode 59 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Saves The Day vocalist joins us for a mind blowing and life opening conversation as he celebrates the twentieth year anniversary of one of the bands most iconic albums Through Being Cool. Experience exclusive insights on how the record was made, the stories behind the songs, it's impact today, having a personal thank you from Fall Out Boy, appreciating it's legacy and so much more. Get a unique look into the mind of one of the most important figures...
2020-01-101h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 58 - The Faim (Josh Raven & Stephen Beerkens)State of Mind. Australian songwriting geniuses The Faim are our guests on Episode 58 of Sappenin' Podcast! Josh Raven and Stephen Beerkens celebrate the new year as our first guests of 2020 with lovely, humble and comedy gold conversations about their long awaited debut album and the real insights of backstage life on tour. Get honest answers to the questions everybody is too afraid to ask, from their favorite household items to must have bathroom utensils and the value of clean underwear. No lies, just facts! You'll be blown away with all that and more as we uncover new secrets behind...
2020-01-031h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 57 - WSTR (Sammy Clifford, Boots & Alex Tobijanski)Identity Crisis. The incredibly funny, pure and gentle, pop-punk powerhouse WSTR are our guests on Episode 57 of Sappenin' Podcast! Sammy, Boots and Alex take a session of band therapy in this deep, humble and no holds barred conversation. Experience the band dive into their career and future plans by exposing their own individual thoughts and feelings to each other for the first time. Things got real very quickly, this is the ultimate fly on the wall approach to a band meeting. Hear everything from hilarious tour story to secrets behind new single Filthy, their struggles to communicate their feeling...
2019-12-271h 54
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 56 - SHVPES (Griffin Dickinson & Harry Jennings)Renegades. Genre defying army SHVPES feature on Episode 56 of Sappenin' Podcast! Griffin Dickinson and Harry Jennings stop by for an indepth and wholesome conversation with us on the bands journey of bizarre career moments, explaining the whole V situation, their most creative period after releasing recent album More Than, and Acoustic EP and new single One Man Army, real struggles they've experienced in the industry, mixing influences, playing with everyone from Bullet For My Valentine to Trivium and Sleeping With Sirens, keyboard hate, love their plans for 2020 and a whole lot more including Griffins time stepping in on vocals...
2019-12-201h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 55 - Luke Prebble (Canterbury / Tom Jenkins)Heavy In The Day. Episode 55 of Sappenin' Podcast features the hauntingly beautiful vocal and bass tones of Luke Prebble! Get ready for a emotional trip down memory lane with love, laughs and deep conversations reminisce everything Canterbury and how he found his rekindled love for music after working with friend of the podcast Tom Jenkins on his new album Misery In Comfort. Experience the honest truth behind the bands break up, fondest memories and struggles to his reaction of their debut album Thank You now celebrating its tenth year anniversary, interactions with Billy Talent and Robert Plant, their legacy...
2019-12-131h 12
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 54 - Stuart Richardson (No Devotion / Lostprophets)Permanent Sunlight. Musical superman and generally beautiful human Stuart Richardson is our guest on Episode 54 of Sappenin' Podcast! Get ready for a tidal wave of emotions. The iconic Welsh bassist opens up on the fun and dark sides of his unpredictable career and personal life for the first time. Experience insights into his producing studio in Florida, updates on a possible new No Devotion record, touring the world with Thursday, his brotherhood with Geoff Rickly, opening up for My Chemical Romance at their L.A reunion show, meeting Sean for the first time, unbelievable achievements, old Welsh stories from...
2019-12-061h 44
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 53 - Dallon Weekes (I Don't Know How But They Found Me / Ex-Panic! At The Disco)Christmas Drag. Power-Pop throwback sweetheart Dallon Weekes is our guest on Episode 53 of Sappenin' Podcast! The I Don't Know How But They Found Me vocalist starts the festive spirits early and gives us an exclusive look into his magic career of songwriting. Get an insight into everything from the bands new Christmas EP and working on their debut studio album to spending almost a decade as a member of Panic! At The Disco and his evolution as a musician. Nothing if off the table! With deep rants and convocations about weird European food, clowns, his love for Twenty One...
2019-11-2941 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 26 - The Blackout (The Best In Town - 10th Year Anniversary with Snoz, Gavin & Bob)Top of the World. Get ready... It's a long one! To celebrate the 10th year anniversary (to the date) of the release of The Best In Town by The Blackout, Sean and Morgan are joined by Gavin Butler, James "Bob" Davies and first time guest Gareth "Snoz" Lawrence for a special look back on all their memories, thoughts and favourite moments from the album, the recording process, touring cycle, the evolution of the band and more on Episode 26 of Sappenin' Podcast. Hear the honest tales on how these songs were written, changing the game for everyone involved, working with...
2019-05-242h 00
Meat & Potatoes PodcastKickstart Seed Fund Managing Director Gavin ChristensenThis episode's guest is Kickstart Seed Fund founder and managing director Gavin Christensen. Gavin is an entrepreneurial VC with a passion for investing and building Utah. In 2008, Gavin worked with the Utah ecosystem to found Kickstart Seed Fund to fill this gap. Starting a seed stage firm focused on Utah during the Great Recession was not easy, but Kickstart is now one of the most active investors in Utah at the seed stage with 85+ investments. Gavin recently appeared at one of our Silicon Slopes Live events, which is where this conversation was recorded.
2018-04-0937 min
Pocket Knife NewsPKN-65-IT Floats!<img src="https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/ee/e5/62/aaron-ryan4301/1400x1400_12365338.jpg" alt="itunes pic" /><br />Aaron, Homer, and David are back! This week the boys dive into some movie reviews, news, and rumors!
-The beauty of technical difficulties once the show starts
-Aaron won't be left out of a joke
-A comprehensive IT Review
-The Purge 4 announced- the first Purge
-Gavin O’Connor in talks for Suicide Squad 2
-Patty Jenkins officially signs on for Wonder Woman 2
-Joker origin movie sets sights on Leonardo DiCaprio
-A contrevorsial discussion on Leo
-JJ Abrams...
2017-09-141h 05
The McYapAndFries Movie PodcastBadass Keanu is BackEven the poster is Badass!
On this week's podcast Gavin & Iain enthuse about the latest Keanu Reeves action flick John Wick, and discuss a host of recent trailers (not an awful lot of other news)
Gavin also reviews "The Inbetweeners 2", while Iain reviews a double dose of mystery in "The Maze Runner" and "The Signal", as well as sharing his experience of the Singapore Toys Games and Comic Convention.
Here's the show notes for what we discussed in this week's show:
First image from "Powers" TV show
The AWESOME trailer for "John Wick" starring Keanu Reeves
Interesting trailer for "Young...
2014-09-191h 28McYap and Fries Movie News and Review PodcastBadass Keanu is BackEven the poster is Badass!
On this week’s podcast Gavin & Iain enthuse about the latest Keanu Reeves action flick John Wick, and discuss a host of recent trailers (not an awful lot of other news)
Gavin also reviews “The Inbetweeners 2”, while Iain reviews a double dose of mystery in “The Maze Runner” and “The Signal”, as well as sharing his experience of the Singapore Toys Games and Comic Convention.
Here’s the show notes for what we discussed in this week’s show:
First image from “Powers” TV show
The AWESOME trailer fo...
2014-09-191h 28