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The Needle BarWear Your Heart Out with Jonny CapeciJonny Capeci of Nightly hangs out & talks about the band's humble beginnings, the intentionality of their song writing, and accuses us (us!) of not loving Coldplay.2024-01-171h 30
The Needle BarA Tattoo is Worth 1000 WordsIf, as Einstein said, adversity introduces a man to himself, Mike Hazen is getting to know himself well. Facing scrutiny and pressure unknown to most in his role as General Manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks; and as a widower with 4 young men to raise, Mike shares insights about his professional and personal journey with an honest, and inspiring perspective.2023-05-081h 18
The Needle BarNot All Who Wander...Travis Ross of The Lost Cove Co. and Old Town Ink join the boys. Travis talks about his rise in tattooing and the obstacles he's overcome to get there.2023-05-0849 min
The Needle Bar"You Only Get One Lap" with Jimmy ButtonJimmy Button was a professional Motocross rider in parts of 3 decades. Then his career came to a tragic end because of a spinal injury suffered on the track. But his impact on the world of motorsports and his fellow athletes was far from over. 2023-01-031h 15
The Needle BarThe Inimitable Shaun TFrom his success as a fitness trainer and choreographer to his honest and open approach to living his life on his terms, Shaun T is one of a kind. Shaun stops by The Needle Bar and comes out to Bubba and Matt. We talk to Shaun about his love of Julie Andrews, his and Scott's journey into parenthood, and an array of other topics. 2022-04-041h 07
The Needle BarManifestThe first time Darin Gillies sat down in Bubba's chair there's no way he was expecting it to have the kind of impact on him that it did. Tattoo? Sure. But a realignment of mindset that he's carried with him ever since? Probably not. Join us as we talk to Darin, one of the more introspective guests we've ever hosted, about his life in and out of professional baseball.2022-01-311h 28
The Needle BarA Naked Twister Story : Fall For UsWait, it's gotta be your bull. John Vesely of Secondhand Serenade wastes 1 of his 22 hours in town talking to us. Bud Light Seltzers were involved. 2021-12-151h 07
The Needle BarName 2 songs!Anna Hartman can't name 2 Janis Joplin songs--but fortunately she doesn't really need to be able to. As owner and operator of MovementREV, Anna is a one-woman show providing holistic, osteopathic athletic training to professional athletes. She also fills us in on how the colors used in tattoos can provoke a response from the body, how she educates and heals her athletes along those lines, and what fruit she would be if she were a fruit.2021-11-0750 min
The Needle BarThe Man Behind the MaskTuffy Gosewich played professional baseball at the highest level for years as a catcher with multiple MLB organizations. In 2020 he made the transition to a more civilian life. Hear about his personal and professional journey on this episode of The Needle Bar. 2021-10-081h 06
The Needle BarLittle Bro, Big BroBubba's big bro, DJ Tambe, has one of the most impressive resumes in the world of tattooing. He also has an extremely unique journey and history of overcoming adversity on his path to becoming a 2-time InkMaster champion and judge. And a very strong opinion about clams on pizza. 2021-08-1650 min
The Needle BarWeed MoneyRyan Walker owns 5 marijuana dispensaries in Oregon and a bar/restaurant in Arizona. Prior to getting tattooed by Bubba in June of 2020 he sat down with us and talked it. Does anyone even remember Covid-19? Because that was happening at the time too...take a trip down memory lane with this episode from June of 2020.2021-07-111h 08
The Needle BarNerd Alert!Justin Allen of House of V, maven of augmented reality and innovative in-person experiences stops in and chats about his evolution in art and technology. His resume includes work with companies like Interscope Records, Nat Geo, & GoPro, just to name a few. Justin has been a jack of many trades since his upbringing in Deming, NM. He shares his experiences in ranching, stand-up comedy, art & tech in this conversation. BYO White Claws.2021-06-271h 12
The Needle BarNot All Heroes Wear CapesEveryday heroes. Dr. Jake Mace has been an ER resident at County Hospital in Phoenix for the last 3 years. At the age of 29 he's also a former firefighter. With the utmost respect and humility we welcome Jake to The Needle Bar & break down his journey, the significance of his tattoo, and galvanize our appreciation for the heroes who make a difference with their vocation.2021-06-141h 01
The Needle BarMission. Exodus.10 years ago Chase Anderson and his wife left the Mormon faith. In what is most likely part 1 of multiple stops at The Needle Bar, Chase comes in and shares what it is like to grow up Mormon, marry in the church, and make the decision to leave. And YES, he tells us about Mormon undies...2021-05-301h 18
The Needle BarMitch Reum at The Needle BarMitch Reum came through in January of 2021 and hung out with his big bro and Bubba. And further proves why he is deservedly the favorite.2021-04-111h 03
The Needle BarChase Irwin at The Needle BarIn April of 2020 Chase Irwin stopped by for a couple beers and it turned into a couple hours on the mics. 2021-04-111h 57
The Needle BarAll That GlittersChris Teff, one of the most interesting people we've met, stops by on his way to Mexico to check on his gold and silver mines...just another Saturday at The Needle Bar.2021-03-2948 min
The Needle BarTenpenny For Your ThoughtsSinger / songwriter Mitchell Tenpenny stops by The Needle Bar. 2021-03-0855 min
The Needle BarA Case of the MondaysAfter taking the holidays off Matt and Bubba return with a vengeance...sort of. We recap some of 2020, look forward to 2021, and desperately wish our brains start to work gooder more fastly.2021-02-0149 min
The Needle BarGrowing Up IrwinBubba's dad, Craig, and brother, Chase, stop by and some spirited discussion ensues about what it was like growing up. 2020-12-171h 15
The Needle BarThis One's For The GirlsDaddy / Daughter day at The Needle Bar! Imogene and Mia join Bubba and Matt to chat about what's going on in their worlds of school, Netflix, boys, pets, and a slew of other items. Imogene and Bubba perform an acoustic version of "Shallow."2020-10-0953 min
The Needle BarIt Was Destin-yBubba gets engaged-- as only he can. Dancing with the Stars Season 29 early favorites. The WAP meets the HAD collabo. 2020-09-2637 min
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Jana Kramer & Mike CaussinJana, Mike, and Bubba are in a throuple. Jana loves black c*******k. Recorded outside on Mike & Jana's patio in Nashville in June 2020.2020-08-311h 05
The Needle BarSnow Days & Catfishing at The Needle BarBubba and Matt talk snow days, catfishing, and tattooing Kane Brown and Jason Aldean on Bubba's recent trip to Nashville.2020-08-1048 min
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Brett YoungBubba and Matt head out to Brett Young's in Nashville. We talk about Brett's career journey, how it was influenced by his wife, Taylor, and the origin of his friendship with Bubba.2020-07-271h 09
The Needle BarFlying Solo with Bub Rub & TugBubba & Matt talk about Bubba's first flying experience, Ghislaine Maxwell, back-to-back tattoo days, facials, and a host of other topics.2020-07-2056 min
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Matt FerrantiMatt Ferranti, solo artist and guitarist for Brett Young, stops by Branded Tattoo in Nashville, hangs out, and serenades us with his dulcet tones.2020-07-1348 min
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Jasen RauchJasen Rauch of Breaking Benjamin stops by Branded Tattoo Co in Nashville & we chop it up about his journey from Christian to Modern Rock, behind-the-scenes stories about life on the road, staying relevant for 2 decades in music, and general badassery...2020-07-061h 07
The Needle Bar"Life Life No Regrets"-- At The Needle Bar with Jonny WoganBubba and Matt are joined by Phoenix Tattoo legend Jonny Wogan. Hilarity ensues...2020-06-151h 16
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Gabe KnutsonMatt nepotistically invites his cousin, pro basketball player and CPA Gabe Knutson on the show. It's more fun than it sounds. But really, it's more fun than it sounds.2020-06-081h 14
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Garrison Burgess & Tyler ApplebeeGarrison Burgess of The Band CAMINO hangs out while he's in town & talks about his journey and the band's evolution and rise. Bubba's nephew Tyler keeps it (under) 100 (words).2020-06-021h 02
The Needle BarAt The Needle Bar with Taylor Decker and Matt MillerDetroit Lions starting left tackle, Taylor Decker, stops by and hangs out before getting tattooed. Dirt biker Matt Miller just wants to be the pride of something.2020-05-251h 37
The Needle BarAt the Needle Bar with Jonny GomesWorld Series champ Jonny Gomes drops in and cracks us up with his hilarious sense of humor and stories.2020-05-201h 25
The Needle BarBDE-- Big Dad Energy with Wes Hogan and Nick MillerInkMaster contestant Wes Hogan and former NFL wideout / return man Nick Miller stop by the Needle Bar.2020-05-201h 23
The Needle BarWelcome to the Needle BarBubba and Matt introduce themselves and the show.2020-05-1842 min