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Going Off TrackGoing Off Track promo30 second promotional spot for podcast2022-01-1100 min
Going Off Track#390 - 2022 Optimist ClubWe're kicking off 2022 with our second annual "Optimist Club" special. First up: Benny's old pal and spiritual alignment aid, Professor Neel. Also on board, the talented solo-artist, Kayleigh Goldsworthy and we cap it off with a VERY special guest.2022-01-062h 02
Going Off Track#389 - Greg BarnettThe Menzinger's guitarist/vocalist, Greg Barnett visits us this week to talk about his new solo album that he wasn't going to do unless the band approved. We also rank the Lefty Guitarist Hall of Fame and find out about sketchy bungie jumping in Poland.2021-11-241h 44
Going Off Track#388 - Dave KnudsonMinus The Bear (and Botch) guitarist, Dave Knudson joined us to talk about a naked-Botch show witnessed by teenage Benny, home studio techniques, silly porn names and his 9yr. old's beat making attempts.2021-11-101h 33
Going Off Track#387 - Dave McWaneBig D and the Kids Table frontman, Dave McWane joins us this week with guest-host, Jeff Rosenstock to explain why ska and heavy metal are similar genres. We also get into why Covid was the "artist's gift" for him and some tips for young bands.2021-10-271h 46
Going Off Track#386 - Dan OzziMusic author/journalist Dan Ozzi joined us from his LA treehouse to discuss his new book, "Sellout" about major labels going after punk rock. We also got into Dan's penchant for ball-busting and his thing for the Vice IT guy.2021-10-202h 03
Going Off Track#385 - Chris McLaneChris McLane of South Carolina hardcore band, Stretch Arm Strong came on this week to chill us out with his cool, southern vibe and tell us fun stories like seeing Black Flag in 1984 as a 12 year old kid.2021-10-131h 45
Going Off Track#384 - Aaron CarnesAuthor of "In Defense of Ska", Aaron Carnes joined us this week to talk about his awesome, fun, and easy-read of a book that even the ska-uninterested will find worth checking out.2021-10-061h 34
Going Off Track#383 - Ian PerkinsGuitarist, roadie, amazing human, Ian Perkins of The Gaslight Anthem and Horrible Crowes, came on this week to throw a LOT of laughs our way. We try hard to figure out his over-arching interest in people and hatred of social media.2021-09-292h 21
Going Off Track#382 - Kevin DyeKevin Dye sings and plays guitar for indie-band, Gates but he's also an experienced, sought-after music producer and engineer. He talks to us about how those two things are permanently interwoven as well as getting his start with the legendary Levon Helm.2021-09-222h 05
Going Off Track#381 - Steve CaballeroPioneering, skateboard legend, Steve Caballero got on with us this week to discuss his new band, Urethane, the history of skateboarding and his place in it, and getting busted by his first girlfriend's parents, bare-assed and mid-coitus.2021-09-151h 40
Going Off Track#380 - Jack CurryThis week Benny gets to geek out on sports with Yankees Baseball expert, Jack Curry of the YES Network and NY Times. Don' worry, Jack is a HUGE music fan and the discussion is deep and endearing... and often sports-like.2021-08-251h 37
Going Off Track#379 - CatbiteBrit and Tim from the ska-band, Catbite join us this week from Philly to talk about the trials of the van and some truly wacky Covid experiences that they refused to let keep them down. Also dog-bites vs cat-bites... very informative.2021-08-181h 31
Going Off TrackFrank Turner Throw-backSo... summer vacation and Benny's busy recording career has caught us without a fresh episode for you this week. So instead, please allow us to point you back thru time to this fun episode that not only features Benny in one of his early hosting appearances, but also the always-delightful, Vanessa Bayer, guest-hosting. Oh yeah, Frank Turner is also in there somewhere. Enjoy.2021-08-111h 12
Going Off Track#378 - Joe GittlemanThe Mighty Mighty Bosstones guitarist/songwriter Joe Gittleman joins us this week to discuss the early days of the band and the old Boston hardcore scene. We also hear a lot of praise for Fishbone, Rancid and Joe Strummer.2021-08-041h 52
Going Off Track#377 - Adam TurlaMurder by Death frontman, Adam Turla checked in with us from Louisville to relay a real, Irish ghost story. He talks about what it was like playing a live show in a cave during a flash flood and a haunted hotel. Oh yeah, he also wields a dream-hammer.2021-07-281h 52
Going Off Track#376 - James BowmanAgainst Me! guitarist, James Bowman joined us to talk about moving to New Jersey, being a punk-kid in south Florida and Bowman Audio Endeavors, his awesome guitar-pedal company that's definitely the coolest Covid induced project ever.2021-07-211h 49
Going Off Track#375 - Mikey ErgLovable, singer-songwriter Mikey Erg, frontman for The Ergs!, drummer for Worriers, talks about working with legendary producer Steve Albini on his latest album. He also used to do remixes of Bon Jovi in his dad's recording studio when he was eight!2021-07-141h 37
Going Off Track#374 - Brad CliffordRenown guitar-tech Brad Clifford of Sincebyman and Poison The Well joins us for our 3rd installment of "Road Dogs" with guest-host Jared Hart (Mercy Union) to discuss the do's and don'ts of rocking live and how Brad's mom is the real-life Marge Simpson.2021-07-071h 48
Going Off Track#373 - Jesse LeachMetalcore vocalist, Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage talked with us shortly after having his first real, wild night out in NYC in a year and a half. He relays the humbling realization that his health impacts many more people than just himself now.2021-06-301h 50
Going Off Track#372 - Mike ParkSka, punk vocalist and record label owner, Mike Park of Skankin' Pickle, The Chinkees, The Bruce Lee Band and Asian Man Records talks with Benny about convincing his traditional parents that music was a worthwhile pursuit and smoking weed with Tupac.2021-06-231h 29
Going Off Track#371 - Benny and BradThis week we flipped it and took questions from our listeners. That's right, just Benny and Brad getting up close and personal with their own thoughts and ideas. Elevators, ska, getting lost in the woods... and that sweet, hot first love, aaah.2021-06-161h 31
Going Off Track#370 - Emil AmosEnigmatic singer/songwriter Emil Amos checked in with us from down under to get real. Quarantining in the luxurious comfort of a 5 star Sydney hotel while working on a new album, he talks life, death and looking sideways at the party.2021-06-092h 16
Going Off Track#369 - KississippiIndie/pop sensation, Zoe Reynold aka Kississippi spent some time with us discussing hallucinogenics, ghosts, possum vs raccoon and the excellence of Bartees Strange.2021-06-021h 22
Going Off Track#368 - Chris GethardComedian, Chris Gethard came on the show to dive deep with Benny into the Jersey indie-rock scene of their youth. He also gives big praise to Jeff Rosenstock, talks a little basketball and explains how many times he's cried at a Spiderman movie.2021-05-262h 15
Going Off Track#367 - Riley BreckenridgeThrice drummer, Riley Breckenridge joins us this week to discuss baseball, including having NWA as his walkup music. There's also something about "The Devil's Dick", cheesy record producers and a bunch of praise for Hot Water Music.2021-05-191h 50
Going Off Track#366 - Torsten ZornMars Rover, robot-builder, Torsten Zorn was instrumental in the 2020 mission to the red planet but he also played guitar in Benny's first band! An actual rocket-scientist, motorcycle-racer, mountain-climber... wonder if we'll have anything to talk about?2021-05-121h 47
Going Off Track#365 - Road-Dogs: Scott Anna & Ian PerkinsFor the 2nd installment of our Road Dogs® series, we got Scott Anna, who's done time with Alkaline Trio and The Gaslight Anthem. As an added bonus, we had guest-host, Ian Perkins of Gaslight and The Horrible Crowes on board too! Big tales get told!2021-05-051h 49
Going Off Track#364 - Toby MorseLegendary NYC hardcore band H2O's dynamic frontman, Toby Morse joins us to discuss his colorful history like his first arrival in NYC as a teen, rolling right into a CBGBs matinee. There's also hanging with Tupac and appearing in a House of Pain video.2021-04-281h 42
Going Off Track#363 - RatboysRatboys, Julia Steiner and Dave Sagan joined us from Kentucky and Chicago to discuss not being able to tour their awesome last record, "Printer's Devil" with Wilco. We also got into the pizza debate and praised Walt Whitman.2021-04-211h 38
Going Off Track#362 - Space CadetThe Explosions's, Matt Hock and David Walsh's new band, Space Cadet is not what you might expect, but it's awesome. They check in to talk about recording the album with Pete from The Bouncing Souls, and tell us what they've been up to for the last decade.2021-04-141h 36
Going Off Track#361 - Steve SladkowskiAwesome-rockband, PUP guitarist, Steve Sladkowski checked in from hometown Toronto to talk sports, Wilco and the future of music mediums. There's also a wonderful story about chillin' with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers in Louisville.2021-04-071h 40
Going Off Track#360 - Brian GorsegnerNight Birds frontman and authentic punk, Brian Gorsegner joined us to discuss all things punk-rock including talking your way out of a "police situation" and… sneaking in to a Weird Al Yankovic convention with Mikey Erg?2021-03-311h 43
Going Off Track#359 - Matty O'Brien and Dave HauseDave Hause guest-hosts fellow road-dog, Matty O'Brien who came up with The Bouncing Souls, living in the historic, Jersey band-house then touring with Sick Of It All and The Mighty Mighty Bosstones where he partook in the outrageous stories related here.2021-03-241h 37
Going Off Track#358 - Josh GondelmanThe nicest guy in comedy, Josh Gondelman took a break from HIS awesome podcast, Make My Day as well as his day job at Desus & Mero to fill us in on Boston vs Brooklyn, George Costanza vs Road House's Dalton and of course, roast beef culture.2021-03-171h 54
Going Off Track#357 - Cory BrananMemphis-born and Mississippi-raised, alt-country rocker and a legend on guitar, Cory Branan checked in to straighten us out on the biggest misconceptions of the south. We also discuss his love for John Prine, Randy Newman and B-horror movies.2021-03-101h 36
Going Off Track#356 - Noël WellsActor/comedian Noël Wells came on to tell us about her encounters with real ghosts and a childhood desire to run away and live in a giant pair of boots. Favorite guest host, Jeff Rosenstock validates her as a "real punk" while discussing her new album.2021-03-031h 43
Going Off Track#355 - Doc CoyleHeavy metal guitarist for Bad Wolves and God Forbid, Doc Coyle schooled us good on politics, cold showers and Jersey hard rock history. He also told us all about playing in the Metallica wedding band and his own Ex-Man podcast.2021-02-242h 07
Going Off Track#354 - John O'CallaghanThe Maine frontman, John O’Callaghan aka John The Ghost in his solo project, checked in from sunny Phoenix to tell us what it is with that Arizona air that keeps bands happy. We also discussed baseball, loving your parents and pandemic pitbull puppies.2021-02-171h 25
Going Off Track#353 - Brendan KellyThe Lawrence Arms vocalist, Brendan Kelly checked in from America's windy city to regale us with tales, from his fcked-upbringing to amazing recording studios. Listen well, young punks, to the man who is too punk rock for Warped Tour. Fo' real.2021-02-101h 53
Going Off Track#352 - Jake BrennanDisgraceland podcast's Jake Brennan is a genius. Why? He combined true-crime and music to make an amazing show! But he's got some real music cred to back it up including playing in Boston hardcore band, Cast Iron Hike. Of course we get into all of it.2021-02-031h 10
Going Off Track#351 - Lande HektLande Hekt of Muncie Girls has a new solo album that celebrates her coming out to the world. We had a delightful conversation with her about the album that she played all the instruments on, as well as her debilitating claustrophobia and sugar addiction.2021-01-271h 29
Going Off Track#69 with Jason ShevchukJason Shevchuk, singer for Kid Dynamite and None More Black discusses his struggle with stage fright, the journey from fan to frontman and horror movies.2021-01-251h 08
Going Off Track#350 - Dave & Tim HauseRock-Americana, true brothers in arms, Dave and Tim Hause have an amazing respect and love for each other and they use it to make great music together. They're also old pals of Benny's and the resulting conversation is just a delight.2021-01-201h 58
Going Off Track#349 - Tom MayThe Menzingers have been guests just once before but come up so often that they certainly feel like GOT family. Vocalist/guitarist Tom May kept that vibe alive with a homey conversation about UFOs, Philly and New Years resolutions (which he loves).2021-01-131h 39
Going Off Track#348 - 2021 Optimist ClubFor our first show of 2021 we gathered three of Benny's spirit animals - Dr. Neel, Roger Harvey and Aunt Judy for their unique, optimistic look at the year ahead. We also got a few lessons from the year we left behind and some epic New Year's Eve stories.2021-01-062h 18
Going Off Track#347 - Zach LindJimmy Eat World drummer, Zach Lind is a seriously grounded individual - his whole band is! It's part of the secret of their success. We get into that as well as growing up in a conservative household and some beer-snobbery as well.2020-12-301h 52
Going Off Track#346 - Geoff RicklyEmo-screamer and post-hardcore band, Thursday frontman, Geoff Rickly is one of the most intelligent, sincere, old pals of the show. He checks in to discuss good vs evil, Jeff Rosenstock, and take us from the stray cats of Brooklyn to the growling, neighborhood dogs of Iowa.2020-12-231h 44
Going Off Track#345 - Domenic PalermoSlowcore/indie-rock band Nothing's Domenic Palermo gives us one of the most interesting and varied conversations in a while. From the low-down on listening to Hot97 in prison, to out-drinking all other bands in the studio, this is one you won't forget.2020-12-161h 45
Going Off Track#344 - Chris ShiflettFoo Fighter and alt-country artist, Chris Shiflett checked in to talk about his early days roadying for Wax and working at Fat Wreck Chords before joining No Use For A Name. We also get current with his new record and his "Walking The Floor" podcast.2020-12-092h 00
Going Off Track#343 - Andrew NeufeldHardcore screamer, Andrew Neufeld of Comeback Kid is yet another hard-rocking Canadian sweetheart. He regales us with stories of transporting exceptional sausage and being shown "24 Hour Party People" in a Serbian jail.2020-12-021h 47
Going Off Track#342 - Jon SnodgrassIndie/alt-singer/songwriter Jon Snodgrass has collaborated with everybody, from The Descendents and Lagwagon to Chuck Ragan. Our awesome convo with him goes just as many places, from writing jingles for friends to Warren Zevon and baseball.2020-11-251h 39
Going Off Track#341 - Chris CresswellPunk/ska band, The Flatliners frontman, Chris Cresswell misses the road but also feels guilty about the amount of fun he had staying home this summer. We also talk songwriting, playing in Hot Water Music and pre-Canadians burning down the White House.2020-11-181h 57
Going Off Track#340 - Kate and Jon HiltzKate and Jon Hiltz - you may not know who they are (yet) but these two have been instrumental in the Jersey music scene, from inspiring little Benny to nurturing, and managing The Bouncing Souls, these two are brother and sister punk-rock matriarchs.2020-11-111h 54
Going Off Track#339 - Chris Farren and Jeff RosenstockChris Farren and Jeff Rosenstock, together known sometimes as Antarctigo Vespucci (usually with Benny on drums) are two long-standing, "friends of the Offtrack family" and they came on to throw some laughs and keep us company during election day.2020-11-041h 56
Going Off Track#338 - Scott VogelFounding member of heavy-hardcore band Terror, Scott Vogel has also been in a whole bunch of other, seriously legit bands that you know. This week we get into everything from therapy to Madball to cutting your own hair.2020-10-281h 37
Going Off Track#337 - Tim BarryAvail frontman, punk-folkster Tim Barry checked in from lovely Richmond, VA to talk about his early metal days, adult dorms and a recent, massive LSD trip that ended up involving 2am chats with his publisher and accountant.2020-10-211h 32
Going Off Track#336 - Jennie CotterillBad Cop/Bad Cop is a badass, punk-rock band and this week their singer-guitarist, Jennie Cotterill tuned in to give us the low-down on the band and then take us off-track into baking, guitars, sculpture, and the evil Mrs. Hammond.2020-10-141h 35
Going Off Track#335 - Jean-Paul GasterClutch drummer, Jean-Paul Gaster is the backbone of his group but he's also a big Miles Davis fan and has great advice on working with stone. At the end of the day though, it's just fun to listen to Benny bro' down with a fellow time-keeper.2020-10-071h 13
Going Off Track#334 - Bryan KienlenBryan Kienlen, bassist for The Bouncing Souls and tattoo artist, talks about the Jersey punk band's earliest incarnations, and adventures, in high school thru to the newest, and cutest, addition to his family.2020-09-301h 24
Going Off Track#333 - Jeremy BolmTouché Amoré frontman, Jeremy Bolm is a hardcore-punk master who loves vinyl records and believes in aliens. Hear us discuss all that, Alaska and how his grandpa was pals with Bob Hope.2020-09-231h 50
Going Off Track#332 - Syd ButlerThere's a few punk musicians out there with successful record labels but Syd Butler may be the nicest of them all. Hear stories like his first band with Ian MacKaye's sister and freezing in the Seth Meyers studio where he plays bass in the 8G band.2020-09-161h 19
Going Off Track#331 - Michael KellyMichael Kelly intimidated Benny, who couldn't shake his House of Cards character, Doug Stamper. But guess what? He's not only a great film and TV actor, but a great guy as well. He's also... a guitar player! It's a great conversation, enjoy.2020-09-101h 25
Going Off Track#330 - Joe SibJoe Sib is many things, punk-rock frontman for Wax and 22 Jacks, record label owner (SideOneDummy) and standup comedian. We discuss all of it, from growing up as an awkward skater kid with a big head, to turning life's little tragedies into laughs.2020-09-032h 13
Going Off Track#329 - Tim McIlrathRise Against frontman, Tim McIlrath is a modern day icon of punk rock and it was a delight to hear some of his origin stories and insights on life. His "best-of-Chicago" list is solid info too, even though he refused commit on a pizza spot.2020-08-281h 55
Going Off Track#328 - Bartees StangeBrilliant young songwriter and producer, Bartees Strange makes compelling, vital music. He's got a lot to talk about as well, like growing up an outcast in Oklahoma then finally finding identity in an all-black neighborhood in Crown Heights, Brooklyn.2020-08-191h 37
Going Off Track#327 - War On WomenHardcore punk band, War On Women shred on stage and walk the walk offstage where they take real action on some of the big social issues that come up in their songs. From feminism to angry skinheads, this is a fun and enlightening chat with Shawna and Sue.2020-08-121h 40
Going Off Track#326 - Brian McTernanPunk-rock producer and hardcore-frontman for Battery, Brian McTernan has a lot to talk about, including some memorable experiences with Benny. We talk straight-edge, worst-band-in-the-studio stories and his new band, Be Well, along the way.2020-08-061h 51
Going Off Track#325 - Fat MikeFat Mike of NoFX is always going off track and he pulls no punches with us on this week's episode. There's plenty of raging punk rock mania but he also manages to get pretty introspective at one point... then quickly returns with a "fuck Radiohead".2020-07-291h 43
Going Off Track#324 - Chuck RaganThe mythical Chuck Ragan of Hot Water Music gets our heads straight this week with tales of fishing, brawling and reveling in the glory of nature while staying respectful of it's fury.2020-07-221h 25
Going Off Track#323 - Matt CaughthranPunk-rock pro, Matt Caughthran of The Bronx misses all the stupid little shit of being on the road and with his fans. Among other road-stories is a stunner involving Fletcher from Pennywise in Australia with a deadly bottle of vodka. Don't miss it.2020-07-152h 06
Going Off Track#322 - Jesse MalinA NYC musical treasure, singer songwriter, Jesse Malin could also be called the Zelig of rock and roll. He's seen a few decades and incarnations but is as vital as ever. He's also a great guy to talk to, which we definitely enjoyed doing, so listen up.2020-07-081h 29
Going Off Track#321 - Laura StevensonSinger/songwriter, Laura Stevenson who is basically 'Offtrack family' joins us after giving birth in quarantine to bring hope while discussing Benny Goodman, Blink 182 and surviving an avalanche in western Canada. Oh yeah... "banana" is her safe word.2020-07-011h 36
Going Off Track#320 - Jared HartSinger/songwriter Jared Hart of Mercy Union and The Scandals, gets down with fellow Mercy-member Benny, discussing Tiki bars, pink flamingo crimes and baseball. But things really kick into gear when Jared starts talking about his hometown, the amazing Bayonne, NJ!2020-06-251h 52
Going Off Track#319 - Sean BonnetteSean Bonnette of folksy-punkband, AJJ comes on board this week to discuss serious social change. Don't worry, that's only the first half. We also get to his favorite skate spots, Chris Farren on mushrooms, and Ben's cousin, the nun.2020-06-171h 28
Going Off Track#282 - Jonah MatrangaJonah Matranga of New End Original and onelinedrawing talks about being one of the very first people to fully embrace crowd funding and NOT taking the big bucks to license his music to Coke.2017-11-221h 27
Going Off Track#253 - Josh BayerJosh Bayer discusses pursuing comics as a career, his time as a fake psychic and meeting Henry Rollins.2017-05-031h 18
Going Off Track#225 - Vinnie CaruanaThe punk/post-hardcore singer talks with Jonah and guest host Benny Horowitz (The Gaslight Anthem) about his new solo album, the nature of individuality and surviving as a full-time musician living in Brooklyn.2016-09-141h 29
Going Off Track#215 - Jensen KarpWith our favorite guest host, Vanessa Bayer (SNL), the producer and former rapper talks about how he turned down a suitcase full of cash, and his new book, “Kanye West Owes Me $300”.2016-07-061h 22
Going Off Track#202 - Jonah and BennyOur guest bailed and it was April Fools Day, so Jonah and frequent guest host Benny Horowitz (The Gaslight Anthem, Bottomfeeder) decided to interview each other. They discuss current sports controversies, the upcoming presidential election and the proper airport etiquette for 2016. Crack a tallboy and listen up.2016-04-061h 56
Going Off Track#196 - Steve PedullaThe guitarist for Thursday talks about his time in the band and his second career working on reality TV shows. Jonah manages to take if off track towards The Singularity, Godspeed and YouTube.2016-02-241h 10
Going Off Track#186 - Frank TurnerThe singer-songwriter, with guest hosts Vanessa Bayer, (Saturday Night Live) and Benny Horowitz (The Gaslight Anthem) discusses reality television, the class system in Europe, the brilliance of the Counting Crows and what it was like opening for the Offspring armed solely with an acoustic guitar.2015-12-091h 24
Going Off Track#168 - Live at Union Hall #5Vanessa Bayer (SNL, Trainwreck), Blake Schwarzenbach (Jawbreaker, Jets To Brazil), Christopher Norris (a.k.a. Steak Mountain) and yoga guru Eddie Stern join the G.O.T. hosts for a live podcast taping at Union Hall, Brooklyn. BONUS: Blake performs at the end!2015-08-051h 32
Going Off Track#163 Chris #2Anti-Flag bassist Chris #2 talks about using major-label money to build a studio and donate to DIY venues in their hometown of Pittsburgh and how Jonah unintentionally helped facilitate their posthumous collaboration with Woody Guthrie.2015-06-2459 min
Going Off Track#152 - Andrew McMahonAndrew McMahon In The Wilderness' namesake talks about battling cancer with fellow survivor and guest host, Vanessa Bayer, of Saturday Night Live.2015-04-081h 09
Going Off Track#132 - The BayersOur own host, Jonah Bayer, puts his parents behind the microphones for this very special episode. The Bayers talk about raising Jonah and his SNL star - sister, Vanessa and then reveal a few long hidden secrets about their own pasts.2014-11-051h 05
Going Off Track#124 - Steven Van PattenThe vampire horror author and professional stage manager tells where the bodies are buried and gives the lowdown on what it's like to have your day job be just as cool as your dream job.2014-09-101h 13
Going Off Track#121 - TanlinesElectro dance rock duo Tanlines along with guest co-host, Vanessa Bayer, discuss their music, Jesse's podcast No Effects, and all things TGIF.2014-08-131h 13
Going Off Track#100 Live at Union HallWe recorded our momentous 100th episode in front of a live audience at Union Hall, Brooklyn with Janeane Garofalo, Vanessa Bayer, Laura Stevenson, Chris Farren and Benny Horowitz. Then Laura and Chris performed a song each!2014-03-191h 54
Going Off Track#89 with Paul PopeAlternative comic book writer/artist, Paul Pope does some serious geeking out with Steven on comics, music, zombies and the Vincent Price cookbook.2014-01-011h 13
Going Off Track#80 with Lukas PrevinLukas Previn, bass player for Raffi, Gloria Estefan, Scissor Sisters and Thursday, discusses his musical journey, growing up with a famous family and he and Jonah's shared neurosis.2013-10-301h 04
Going Off Track#45 with Ron RichardsRon Richards, founder of highly influential comic book website iFanboy, stops by Going Off Track to talk zines, his time as hardcore kid, college days with our own Jonah, and how he's always making things happen, like a comic book convention.2013-03-011h 00
Going Off Track#40 with Samm LevineActor/Comedian Samm Levine talks Freaks and Geeks, his love for films, his love for podcasts about films, and a fun tale about juggling. All this plus guest host, the incomparable guest-host Vanessa Bayer.2013-01-241h 01
Going Off Track#37 with Janeane GarofaloThis week on Going Off Track our we are joined by legendary actress and comedian Janeane Garofalo as well as guest host Vanessa Bayer for a truly amazing podcast that covers Garofalo's career highlights such as Reality Bites and Wet Hot American Summer and everything in between.2013-01-041h 16
Going Off Track#30 Hurricane SandyAn extremely personal episode of Going Off Track in which Steven, Jonah and Brad talk about their experiences during Hurricane Sandy. From falling trees to ambulance rides, this candid conversation gives a glimpse into what life is like for us outside of the podcast.2012-11-161h 00
Going Off Track#28 with Geoff RicklyThursday frontman Geoff Rickly talks about his current solo project, the bus accident he experience during Warped Tour and writing for Penthouse Forum. He and Jonah open up about their band, United Nations and Rickly describes booking shows for legendary DIY punk acts in his New Jersey basement in the 90's.2012-10-261h 03
Going Off Track#23 with Juliya ChernetskyJuliya Chernetsky aka Mistress Juliya is an old friend of Steven's who has repeatedly punched him in the groin. She hosted the groundbreaking metal show Uranium on Fuse, covers the Mayhem tour but did you know she was a competitive ballroom dancer? No you did not. Here's a tale of her getting into a fight with a mannequin.2012-09-211h 12
Going Off Track#18 with Jim ShearerJim Shearer, host of VH1's Top Twenty Countdown stops by Going Off Track to regale us with his tales of getting on MTV2, love for music, and his history with Steven. If you ever wanted to know what it's like to be a VJ then this is the episode for you. We break that noise DOWN.2012-08-171h 16
Going Off Track#17 with Jonah MatrangaSinger/songwriter, Jonah Matranga, of Far and onelinedrawing, talks about playing the major label game for all it's worth, trying to write hit songs, and how he felt when he heard that his two greatest idols of all time, Eddie Vedder and Neil Young were sharing his bands' CD's with each other.2012-08-101h 17
Going Off Track#5 with Vanessa BayerSaturday Night Live cast member Vanessa Bayer came by Going Off Track to discuss her comedy career, why bears are so cute and what it was like growing up with Jonah. You might even here her impersonate one of the Monkees along the way if you're lucky.2012-05-111h 25