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The New Music Business with Ari Herstand1 Billion Streams of Children's Music Completely DIYThis week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Dave and JJ Heller to discuss building a completely independent music business for a niche audience of moms. JJ Heller is a Nashville-based Christian folk-pop singer-songwriter known for her gentle voice, heartfelt lyrics, and monthly single releases that have earned her over a billion streams. Rising to prominence with the 2008 hit “Your Hands,” Heller has since built a devoted fanbase through her lullaby-themed I Dream of You album series and relatable songs about faith, family, and mental health. Alongside her husband and creative partner Dave Heller, she cont...2025-08-061h 13

The New Music Business with Ari HerstandHow Outside Lands Music Festival Keeps Its MagicThis week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Rick Farman. Farman is an experienced entrepreneur, co-founder, and executive at Superfly, the event production company behind Bonnaroo and San Francisco’s Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival. With roots dating back to Superfly’s founding in 1996, Farman has overseen event operations, business development, and strategic partnerships that have shaped some of the country’s most iconic festivals . As a key architect of Outside Lands since its launch in 2008, he helped build the festival’s signature blend of music, sustainability, and Bay Area culture, emphasizing local food, art, and ecol...2025-07-3057 min

The New Music Business with Ari HerstandShould AI Artists Have Fans, Custom Music For SyncThis week on the New Music Business podcast, Ari sits down with Jess Furman—a creative executive, Emmy-nominated composer, and music industry leader whose work spans TV, film, Web3, and beyond. Named one of Billboard’s Top 40 Industry-Shaping Executives, Jess blends creative vision with business savvy. She founded Sound Revolver (now part of Big Noise Music Group), where she led award-winning music campaigns and earned Tellys, Clios, and RIAA Gold certifications. Her credits include Moonlight, Westworld, My Little Pony: Pony Life, Littlest Pet Shop, and campaigns for brands like Ralph Lauren. As a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Jess’s music has be...2025-07-231h 32

Direct SupportCOME BE A GUEST on this podcast! Friday 1/28 for our Live marathon extravaganzaTopic: Direct Support Live Marathon ExtravaganzaTime: Jan 28, 2022 11:00 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/77285847610?pwd=M8GVpF4Zu9ies9-nuKny3a-0-jY-3Y.1Meeting ID: 772 8584 7610Passcode: Cg76sB 2022-01-2701 min

Therapy in a NutshellQ & A About Anxiety with Bob and Brad and Therapy in a NutshellOh my goodness, I got to speak with Bob Schrupp from Bob and Brad (the famous YouTube Physical Therapists), and he asked me a bunch of questions about how to accept and manage anxiety. We talked about willingness, anxiety in the body, acceptance of anxiety, how avoidance makes anxiety worse, and lots more. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed talking with Bob! Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional for $65/week. Try it now for 10% off: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health c...2021-10-111h 00

Direct Support59. "Good Time Honey": Arms Akimbo's new single pairs nicely with a breakup.Talking about our new single from the songwriting, producing, recording and music video. Enjoy!"Good Time Honey"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-09-1732 min

Direct Support58. Ben Cato (dim/The Dangerous Summer)My boy Ben is here! Wow we became buds on the road touring together in 2019 and I missed this Atlanta legend dearly. We discuss sobriety, the humbling experience of being in a big hometown band that doesn't make it, the intricacies of writing the best drum parts, and how Ben put together his new band dim. Enjoy!dim/The Dangerous SummerFeatured Song: "piece it together"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-08-171h 35

Direct Support57. Conor Murphy (Foxing)Holy cow! New Foxing record rips and this conversation is a perfect companion piece to enjoy the record with. Conor and I talk about the difficult yet necessary task of promoting a record, Dungeons and Dragons, and the brilliance of two different Andys (Shauf and Hull). Enjoy!FoxingFeatured Song: "Draw Down the Moon"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-08-101h 33

Direct Support56. New Arms Akimbo song 'It Takes (Pilot)' is out and I want you to share it with one friendTitle says it all y'all. thanks for the support I love ya!It Takes (Pilot) by Arms AkimboThanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-07-2733 min

Direct Support55. Arms Akimbo: A band or a TV show?We've got a brand new single coming out this Friday. It's the first of 12 new songs that we will be releasing roughly over the next year. I know this is wild but I want to let you in. I want to tell you about the album, share concepts we've only talked about behind closed doors as a band. I want to show you ideas we've been coming up with and are STILL working on as we go on this journey. It'd mean the world if you pre-saved the song and tuned in to episode one of our concept tv...2021-07-2026 min

Direct Support54. Jay Garcia (Royaljag)Here's to old friends! I met the Royaljag boys Jay and his twin brother Roland back when I was in high school and before either of us started our bands. This chat was a long time coming and we get into all sorts of stuff. Jay and I discuss our mutual love for basketball, what it’s like to be in a band with your twin brother and we even delve into the story of us meeting 10 frickin years ago. Enjoy!RoyaljagSong Featured (PREMIER): :Part TimeThanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any sub...2021-07-131h 23

Direct Support53. Kerry Alexander (Bad Bad Hats)Bad Bad Hats are Minneapolis rippers! I've been a big fan for ages, so it was a delight to chat with our guest Kerry. We talked primarily about food network but also managed to sneak in some music conversation including touring with your husband, cool ways to engage fans on Patreon and impressing your landscaper with your music. Enjoy!Bad Bad HatsSong Performed: "Wide Right"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail...2021-07-061h 25

Direct Support52. Tommy Siegel (Jukebox the Ghost)What a renaissance man! Tommy is a songwriter, guitarist, cartoonist, author extraordinaire! A man of many talents, and a sincere and humble demeanor. I had a blast chatting with Tommy and I'm sure you'll love this one. Catch Jukebox on tour this September. Enjoy!Tommy Siegel / Jukebox the GhostSong Performed: "20th Century"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-06-221h 34

Direct Support51. Josh Hogan (The Mowgli's/Modern Original)Dang this is a giggly episode. Josh and I catch up and talk about how absurd the career of a musician is. We discuss his new project, Modern Original, and most importantly we have very fun stories about John C. Reilly, Patrick Stump and Johnny Depp. Enjoy!Modern Original / The Mowgli'sSong Featured: "Turn It Around"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-06-151h 41

Direct SupportEPISODE 50! Colin Boppell (Arms Akimbo): What do you do when your bandmate moves across the country?Spoiler: I do not answer the question in this headline. But we do talk about it a little. More importantly, we celebrate episode 50 of the podcast by sitting down with our favorite bassist, life-mate, Colin Boppell. Thanks for everything, and enjoy!Colin Boppell/Arms AkimboSong Performed: "August"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-06-081h 32

Direct Support49. Sam Plecker (Vista Kicks)Got big love for today's guest. Vista Kicks and Arms Akimbo have had a loving little relationship for a few years now so this episode has been a long time coming. Sam recently ventured off on his own to track an EP for the first time. The quarantine kept him up North in a little community called Pulga and it gave him the freedom to make this little record. I truly love it and we discuss each song on the record, his creative process and how to focus on artistry above industry. Enjoy!Sam Plecker / Vista Kicks 2021-06-011h 36

Direct Support48. Worn-TinWarner is the greatest! You may very well be familiar with his track "Sensitivity", but I hope this episode shows you what a light, fun, energetic ball of creativity lives within this man! We talk loss, living on the road, making creativity fun, comedy, navigating LA and childhood. great times this episode. Enjoy!Worn-TinSong Featured: "Beatrice"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpod...2021-05-251h 55

Direct Support47. Solo Episode #3Solo episode where I pose you some questions. Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there! New Dizzy Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ2eeu3HsSM Email: dswithps@gmail.com Instagram: @directsupportpod Twitter: @dswithps 2021-05-1821 min

Direct Support46. John Gomez (TWIN XL)This episode was a long time coming! I had John Gomez from TWIN XL join me. I wrote the Holloson EP with John and his brother Stephen (whose episode is also available. I learned so much doing that project I knew I had to have each of them on the show. We really dug into songwriting, production and collaboration on this episode. And it's a real short one, you'll cruise through it. Enjoy!TWIN XLSong Featured: "Slow Heart"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram...2021-05-111h 08

Direct Support45. MichiganderJason Singer (aka Michigander) is a badass. He's a killer songwriter and a sweet fella and we had a great time chatting this week! We talk about insecurities as an artist, our mutual obsession with Pete Holmes, his weight loss journey and the moments that make you stop and appreciate that people truly connect with your music. You're gonna love this one. Enjoy!MichiganderSong Performed: "Together"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.com...2021-05-041h 35

Direct Support44. Ryan Winnen (COIN) - Celebrating 1 Year of Direct Support!Happy Birthday to us! And what better way to ring it in than with one of my favorite bands, COIN! Ryan has been an amazing man for me to get to know over the past few months and it's high time you meet him. Ryan is an incredible drummer, painter, and student of life. His outlook is refreshing, whether it's his experience with music, a health crisis turned into a fascination with the strength of the human body, or a fun little anecdote about meeting The Killers. Thanks for sticking with us all year. Here's a treat to pay...2021-04-271h 36

Direct Support43. Briston Maroney (Re-release)Big re-release! We got a sweet and talented man Briston Maroney on this week in celebration of his new album, "Sunflower"! Briston was one of our first guests and this is one of my favorite conversations. If you're a new listener, welcome and enjoy!Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonBriston MaroneySongs Performed: "Fool's Gold" / "Freakin' Out on the Interstate"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with...2021-04-131h 43

Welcome to GeekdomBatman: Under the Red HoodPeter Schrupp joins the podcast to chat about Batman: Under the Red Hood. We dive into the voice cast, the movie's use of villains, and more. Batman: Under the Red Hood - Amazon and HBO MaxCheck out Direct Support and Arms Akimbo.Recommendations: Batman: Gotham by Gaslight and The Batman.Follow Deanna Chapman on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast on Twitter.Follow the podcast on Instagram. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ 2021-04-0634 min

Direct Support42. Vacation ManorCheck it! I have both Nathan and Cole from Vacation Manor joining me this week and it was a delight. We mostly talk about hydration and the struggles of having the smallest bladder on tour, but somewhere in there we cover songwriting, band responsibilities and patience as a musician. Enjoy!Vacation ManorSong Featured: "You"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-04-061h 41

Direct Support41. StarbuckGo Lions! In Hoc! My dear boy Lucas Starbuck and I get into it this week. Everything comes up from how our romantic relationships interweave, to a very intense music job interview process to the story of a viral video game job gone wrong. Enjoy!StarbuckSong Featured: "Wasted on Love"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-03-301h 44

Direct Support40. Taylor Hecocks (King Shelter)My absolute dawg joins us this week! Taylor and I have known each other for ages, playing tons of shows and generally circling each other's orbit for half a decade now. I've loved King Shelter's music forever and I'm stoked to have the opportunity to present these fellas to another platform. We break it all down from songs to projects to the music industry and how much we miss a good ol' live show. Enjoy!King ShelterSong Performed: Bag of BonesThanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport"...2021-03-231h 30

Direct Support39. Lauren Luiz (WILD/girlhouse)Guys this was a really fun one. Lauren is an amazing songwriter. She can work in any genre and has a great sense of creativity. Not only does she front multiple successful projects, she's acted in a Tony nominated revival of "Spring Awakening". But she's also good people and we had an awesome and inspiring talk. Enjoy!WILD / girlhouseSong Performed: the fatalistThanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.com 2021-03-161h 36

Direct Support38. Brad Garcia (Locket/Like Pacific)Brad and I are big time buds from tour! It's always fun to revisit old memories, especially with someone who experienced them from a slightly different lens than you. Brad sings in the band Locket and he has so many fun little approaches to music, film, journalism and everything artistic. This one was a blast. Enjoy!Locket / Like PacificSong Featured: HunnieThanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.com 2021-03-091h 53

Dissens#114 Pariser Kommune: Was bleibt 150 Jahre danach?Die Autor*innen Antje Schrupp und Florian Grams über die 72 Tage der Kommune Alle Infos zum Dissens Podcast www.dissenspodcast.de Mach Dissens möglich und werde Mitglied! Infos auf http://www.dissenspodcast.de oder auf Steady +++ Antje Schrupp ist Politikwissenschaftlerin und Ideengeschichtlerin, sie arbeitet als freie Autorin. Florian Grams ist Historiker, Autor und Behindertenrechtsaktivist. +++ Dissens verlost ein Exemplar "Die Pariser Kommune" von Florian Grams unter allen Fördermitgliedern und denen, die es bis zur nächsten Folge werden. Infos zum Buch hier +++ Weit...2021-03-031h 25

Direct Support37. Solo Episode #2Me being overly vulnerable for 18 minutes...we'll be back to the regular program next week. Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2021-03-0220 min

Direct Support36. Fellow HollowThat's right. It's a full band name in the episode title. No parentheses or anything because we got the whole band with us. Ohio-based band, Fellow Hollow features Drew, Luke and new member Michael and they released a new album called Violet Paper Wings. It's sweet, melodic, understated and real nice so we talk about that and some other stuff. Also Michael reminded me how good the show 'Barry' is...I might rewatch that. Enjoy!Fellow HollowSong Performed: "Dog fence weeds"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!Arms Akimbo...2021-02-231h 32

Direct Support35. Mark DiamondHowdy! And welcome back for another episode. We've got Seattle native, Mark Diamond joining us to hash out why labels don't think golf is sexy, why it's important to write like there's no tomorrow, and that if there's a girl who doesn't worship you then you gotta MARRY that girl (remember that "Rude" song by MAGIC?...k anyway...Enjoy!Mark Diamond Song Performed: "Heartbreak Money"Thanks to our partners at Bandzoogle.com! Use promo code "directsupport" to get 15% off any subscription today!My Music: Arms Akimbo / HollosonEmail: dswithps@g...2021-02-161h 42

Direct Support34. Kelcey Ayer (Local Natives)We're back babyyyyy! Season 2 kicks off with none other than Kelcey Ayer from one of the greatest indie bands of my lifetime, Local Natives. Kelcey is a sweet man with a killer voice. He's a kind plant-loving boy who just wants to make goofs and tunes. Kelcey is the host of a brand new comedy podcast that you should check out right now (link right below). Enjoy! Local Natives / Jaws of Love. / The Kelcey Ayer TV Show on RadioSong Featured: "You & I" Song Performed: "Direct Support"Thanks to our partners at...2021-02-091h 39

Direct Support33. 2020 Holiday Spectacular - Santa Claus Ain't Coming To Town? (Featuring Dave Caploe of Hate Drugs)What a year it's been! We wanted to do a proper send-off here at Direct Support, so I solicited the help of former guest and Hate Drugs frontman, Dave Caploe to help me host the Holiday Spectacular. We use the opportunity to showcase Christmas songs from all of our guests who've released anything even mildly wintery and we goof off a whole bunch. I also end the show with an unreleased Holiday cover of my own. For real though - I can't thank y'all enough. Hosting this show has been a super special experience for me and I can't...2020-12-221h 55

Direct Support32. Charlie HickeySo here's a lovely human who was nice enough to join me on election day (whoops) to chat about his music. Charlie Hickey is an incredible, super young songwriter who's been collaborating with Phoebe Bridgers and her drummer Marshall Vore for a few years now. He just released his first single, "No Good At Lying" and it's a ripper! We spend a while predicting Spotify trends and having Charlie explain to me why tiktok is excellent. Enjoy!Charlie HickeySong Performed: "No Good at Lying" Email: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpod 2020-12-151h 29

Direct Support31. Evan Mathews (Tomahawk Baby/MALIA)weeoo weeoo! Bromance alert! My guest this week is the sweet soul, Evan "E.T." Mathews a.k.a. Tomahawk Baby. I love this guy so much. We met working together a while back and instantly fell in love, bonding over music, comedy, art and hating our job. We talk about interning for Syd, making music with his two younger twin brothers, being a transplant from the South to LA, working with his long-time collaborator, MALIA and more. Thanks for the support with last week's episode. I'm feeling the love. Enjoy the show!Tomahawk Baby / MALIA 2020-12-071h 55

Direct Support30. Nathan Stocker (Hippo Campus)Celebrating episode 30 with a member of one of my favorite bands of all time. Hippo Campus legend, Nathan Stocker is also a songwriter for his project Brotherkenzie, as well as a member of the group, Baby Boys. We talk about all the different ways music can pour out into different projects. We talk about how we both did our first tour with The Mowgli's and discussed the fluidity of genre with very little success. Enjoy! Hippo Campus / Brotherkenzie / Baby Boys Songs Featured: "OVERGIVER" / "No Poms - Demo" Email: dswithps@gmail.comIns...2020-12-011h 31

Direct Support29. Chris Rasmussen (Laureline)Chris Rasmussen of Laureline joins this week! Laureline is a killer indie pop outfit with a dreamy LP called "Wash". We start by diving into songwriting but inevitably end up talking comedy the whole episode and I spill coffee everywhere. Enjoy!LaurelineSong Performed: "Everything Ends Up Ending"Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-11-241h 40

Direct Support28. Dave Monks (Tokyo Police Club)Loooooove chatting with heroes. Dave is Canadian indie rock royalty. And though he denies being part of the "money club", there's no denying his influence on practically any indie band over the past 10 years. We talked through each of his records, discussed what makes one a "nerd", how to discern between what songs belong to what projects and the ever fluctuating relationships of a band. And though we spoke for a while, I really felt we only scratched the surface. Enjoy! Featured songs; “Go Broke” / “Ready to Win”Tokyo Police Club / Dave Monks / maxDirect Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps...2020-11-171h 42

Direct Support27. Kyle Morton (Typhoon)Dude....what an episode. I really felt a kindness and a kinship with our guest this week. Kyle Morton is the frontman of orchestral-indie rock band, Typhoon. Kyle is a pensive and fun guy. We dip between grandiose pontification, comedy fandom and eventually songwriting and touring. Enjoy!Typhoon / Kyle MortonSong Featured: "Welcome to the Endgame" Song Performed: "CPR"Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-11-102h 02

Direct SupportGO VOTENo show this week, but hey thanks so much for checking in!2020-11-0300 min

Direct Support26. Nick Zawisa (Breakup Shoes)Hey there! You should listen to Breakup Shoes :) Their singer Nick is my guest this week and they rip. We talk tour, religious upheaval, and being addicted to TV and Spotify numbers. Enjoy!Breakup ShoesSong Performed: "Monswoon"Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-10-271h 39

Direct Support25. Joe Vann (From Indian Lakes)Our guest this week is Joey Vannucchi. He fronts From Indian Lakes, he's got new solo projects sprouting up everywhere and he's been a big inspiration of mine for years so this is a fun one. Joe's a calming presence, and he shares a lot of insight into how to carry yourself as a DIY musician, what it takes to make sure you recreate yourself with every release and also the benefits of getting back to his roots in Yosemite after living in New York. Enjoy!From Indian Lakes / Joe Vann / DidesSongs Featured: "Shuffle...2020-10-201h 12

Direct Support24. Special Episode: "Dizzy" by Arms AkimboHi there! My band Arms Akimbo released a brand new single. It's called "Dizzy" and I'm real proud of it. This episode is a lil' behind the scenes on the songwriting and crafting of how a song is made in my particular band, from the steps it took me to write it, to the orchestration my band used to build it and the production collaboration with our friend and producer, Brian Rosemeyer. Enjoy!Song Featured: "Dizzy"Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps...2020-10-1337 min

Direct Support23. PetalOur guest today is Kiley Lotz AKA Petal. We had a pretty amazing talk. Intense at times since this was back a few months and our eyes were newly opened to some injustices that have been going on for...ever. We talk a lot about the state of the world, the state of the music industry and how the quarantine affects our personal relationships with artistry. We also reminisce on hitting the road together. Enjoy!Songs Featured: "Better Than You" / "I'm Sorry"Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-10-062h 01

Direct Support22. Parker Gispert (The Whigs)Dude....what? This guys like, my bud now and that makes me happy. My guest today has been a personal influence and legend of mine for about 12 years. His name is Parker Gispert and he fronts The Whigs. He's toured with other amazing acts like Kings of Leon, The Black Keys, Drive-By Truckers and a ton more. He's played a bunch of Late Night sets including ones with Dave Letterman. The bulk of our talk however is in reference to a time when he and his band took a chance on me at a show in San Diego and...2020-09-291h 49

Direct Support21. Mini TreesLexi Vega from Mini Trees joins us this week for our 20th episode! We talk Animal Crossing, IG Live exhaustion and the importance of being a Warped kid. Enjoy!Songs Featured: Slip Away / Steady MeYellow House Session (Featuring this version of Steady Me--------------Direct Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-09-221h 34

Direct Support20. Jordie SaenzJordie Saenz is a real sweet pea. He Zooms in this week from Nashville to talk about love, quantom physics, producing for himself versus others, touring with Copeland and his love for Trader Joe's. Enjoy!Jordie Saenz / Love You Later / LakewalksSongs Performed: Make Gold / Water UnderneathDirect Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsCheck out my band: Arms Akimbo 2020-09-151h 45

Direct Support19. Ryan Green & Ryan Sulken (Harbour)Cincinnati's greatest band Harbour joins us for our first ever chat with multiple band members! We got both Ryan's from Harbour today to share their experience with singing and drumming in the same band, while also gushing about how much we all miss each other. I've made a lot of memories with these fellas and I had to share their love and energy with you all! We debate whether my band or their band has a harder hitting drummer, the perils of bumping into a buddy from high school while working at Target, and how good of a band...2020-09-081h 45

Direct Support18. Solo Episode #1Hey! Here's a little bonus, solo episode. No guest, just me jabbering and playing a few tracks (some released, some not). Enjoy!Arms AkimboSongs Performed: Make My Bed / Cruel Lovers / Better Now / PaycheckDirect Support PlaylistEmail: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithps 2020-09-0139 min

Direct Support17. Max Green (Inspired & the Sleep)My buddy Max is on today! First we accidentally didn't record a chunk of the episode. Then we reminisced on how much I learned from him trying to be a musician growing up in Carlsbad. Then he tells me he was a dungeon master. Then we talk about all 1 million of his projects. Listen to Inspired's new album NOW! Enjoy!List of Max's projects (that I can remember):Inspired & the Sleep / Bend Zones / URCHN / Tan Sister Radio Songs Performed: First Time / Right Place Right TimeDon't forget to subscribe! Write a 5...2020-08-251h 33

Direct Support16. BlushhBlushh joins me for episode 15! My friend Shab explains to me how she used sheer will and friendship to launch a music career. I've worked with Shab since she put shows together with her company Beating Lights. Since then she started her cathartic band Blushh. In this chat we talk basketball with bands, photography vs music, traveling often and the plight of moving home. Enjoy!Songs Performed: "July" / "Too Dark"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.com 2020-08-181h 21

Direct Support15. Jake TittleJake Tittle joined us riiiiiiight before the quarantine started to talk about being the worship version of Conor Oberst. He also blesses us with his mellow positivity as we discuss writing process, touring, and we continue the trend of not understanding why Wilco is amazing until recently. Songs Performed: "Gas Works" / "To Be Seen"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsAnd check out my band's new acoustic pe...2020-08-111h 06

Direct Support14. Stephen Gomez (TWIN XL)Stephen Gomez (TWIN XL, The Summer Set) joins us today to talk about everything from forming his high school band, to producing music for artists including myself, to starting his awesome current project TWIN XL. We have an awesome time reminiscing on recording together, harping on the identity associated with being in a band, discussing The 1975's new record, and the importance of simplicity when producing. Enjoy!Song Featured: "Problematic"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.com 2020-08-041h 43

Direct Support13. Derek TedHoly cow. It's our most mentioned guest yet, Derek Ted. We talk about everything, from comparing ourselves to Crayons, Skittles and Pokemon, using shrooms to get through quarantine and how we come from the same planet. This episode is filled with tour memories and love. Enjoy!Derek Ted New Single: "Otherwise" Songs Performed: "Better Than U Think" / "With the Roses"Tour Tape 2017Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email: dswithps@gmail.comInstagram: @di...2020-07-282h 11

Direct Support12. A.O. GerberOur guest today is A.O. Gerber! Unreal songwriter and person! Olivia and I had such a fun, open chat about everything from the concept of fantasy, to the difficulty of finding yourself in LA, to the expectation of perfectionism in women and the ability to weave between a solo project and backing just about every band in Los Angeles. In this episode we go track by track and talk about her new record Another Place to Need which is now available everywhere through Hand in Hive/Copper Mouth Records. Enjoy!A.O. GerberSong...2020-07-212h 05

Direct Support11. Dave Caploe (Hate Drugs)Episode 10! We made it to double digits! What better way to celebrate than to have a true friend, tour mate and talent on. Our guest today is Dave Caploe from Hate Drugs. We have a short episode so we WILL be back soon with a part two. But we got into some fun, digging around tour memories, discussing band dynamics, talking about writing to service the song (not the self), and celebrating the band milestone that comes with being together for 5 years. Enjoy!Hate Drugs Song Featured: Night II (Divine Providence)Song Performed: "H...2020-07-1445 min

Direct Support10. Briston MaroneySuch an honor to have Tennesseean, Briston Maroney with us this week! Briston is an unbelievable songwriter with a super powerful voice, both literally and with his writing. But that doesn't mean we don't get goofy in this episode. We discuss everything from our love for sports films (even though we aren't athletes) to his comedic side project, Briston Maroney But Different. We go on to share a dirty little secret about Wilco, what it's like to collaborate freely and openly, and the fear of entering a VR-based universe. When we finally get serious we talk about the silver...2020-07-071h 42

Direct Support9. Beauty QueenWelcome to episode 8 with Katie Kai AKA Beauty Queen! She's a killer songwriter and it was an awesome opportunity to basically do a post-show rundown with her since this was right after the sold-out Echo show she played with Runnner. We discuss what it was like for her to work with the band Tennis as producers for her latest releases and the desire to make rock n' roll more theatrical. Katie runs me down her history of living in Maui, Baltimore, SF, Oakland and now LA. After we talk odd jobs (including an incident where she was a guinea...2020-06-3053 min

Direct Support8. Scott Stone (The Jacks)We're back! Happy to be bringing the show back with a real sweet man. Scott Stone, the bassist from The Jacks joins us this week to compare drummers, explain the burden of being the band business boy, and share the experience of being in a band with your best friend since 3rd grade. We cannot ignore that The Jacks are the hottest band of boys I know but Scott recuses himself from the role. We sing our praises of Runnner, Vista Kicks, Harbour, The Hate Drugs and we cover a love for roc docs. Lastly we discuss his experience...2020-06-231h 51

Direct Support7. Sky McKee (Super Whatevr)Sky McKee's a straight up icon. I caught up with the Super Whatevr frontman over Zoom, and we talked about jumping genres from emo to pop, writing about divorce, depression and lost faith, and feeling too big for the local scene but too small for the big leagues. Sky runs us through marketing tips, being "Tiktok" famous and crafting eras of a career. Enjoy!Super WhatevrSongs Performed: "better." / "Someone Somewhere Somehow""Ellenda" Acoustic VideoDon't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe...2020-05-261h 25

Direct Support6. Nick Thomas (The Spill Canvas)Can you believe it? Nick Thomas of The Spill Canvas joins us for our first virtual call! Nick is so humble, flattering, honest and a delight to talk to. We discuss coping with writing during COVID, mental health, aliens, and the relationship with the term "emo". We also dive into aliens, drug addiction and how humor helps survival, and Nick shares a wild story where Bright Eyes commandeered their show once. Good times. Great fella. The Spill CanvasSong Performed: "Parallels and Money"Song Featured: "Mercy" - All proceeds going to MusiCares COVID-19 R...2020-05-192h 11

Direct Support5. Special Episode: "Ellenda" by Arms AkimboWelcome to the first bonus episode of Direct Support! Here, the show changes format as we dive much deeper into a specific song. And what better than to dissect my band's new release "Ellenda". I have in-depth discussions with my three bandmates Chris Kalil, Colin Boppell and Matthew Sutton about different aspects of the song and then I go through it with our producer Brian Rosemeyer as well. Enjoy!New Arms Akimbo Single: "Ellenda"Don't forget to subscribe! Write a 5-star review! Share the podcast with a friend! Stay safe out there!Email...2020-05-1542 min

Direct Support4. Andy Warren (The Mowgli's)Folks! We got a drummer on our hands! Please welcome Andy Warren from The Mowgli's! Andy and I talk about loving nerdy things like movies, improv and comedy. We talk about what it's like to be "the new guy" in a band he's been in for 7 years, how he joined at the perfect time, and he comes to the realization that he's a "professional musician" while we sit and chat. We talk about using art as an outlet in different forms besides music, including his passion for drawing which he turned to in a time of grief, and his...2020-05-121h 10

Direct Support3. Noah Weinman (Runnner)Noah Weinman, frontman of the band Runnner joins me for the first episode of the show that was ever recorded...ever! He talks about playing in 10 bands, how writing is a daily habit and gaining the confidence to present your music in a heavy-handed way. He's also the only person I know who writes songs title first and we discuss the importance of song titles in the streaming era, why he sings with a twang and how incredible Bon Iver is. Other topics include the difficulties of choosing a single, approaching songs in the studio versus on a stage...2020-05-051h 51

Direct Support2. Field MedicEpisode 2 with Kevin Patrick Sullivan AKA Field Medic! We talk about the benefits of sobriety, healthy living and not smoking. We also talk about how Kev strives to be Emo Buddha by "keeping it chill". We discuss his different personas, what it takes to date a cougar and balancing silliness and emo-ness in a song. After discussing his exciting rise opening for other bands like The Neighbourhood, Bad Suns, Remo Drive and Beach Bunny, we talk about why he wishes he was a Soundcloud rapper and why he hopes to get his scream back. Finally, we discuss astral projection...2020-04-282h 03

Direct Support1. Chris Kalil (Arms Akimbo)My bandmate Chris Kalil kicks off the podcast (duh)! We talk about his new solo record "Always Feel the Same", released under the moniker Saint Christopher. We also talk about living together, not being friends at first, the power of encouraging conversations, learning how to play together, losing religion and how that can affect familial relationships, COVID-19, writing differently for different projects, and of course Jimi Hendrix-based conspiracies. Songs Performed: "Pop Shit" (Arms Akimbo) and "If You Come Home" (Saint Christopher), Both Unreleased.Arms AkimboSaint ChristopherDon't forget to subscribe! W...2020-04-271h 21

Direct SupportIntroducing: Direct SupportHi! I'm Peter Schrupp. I sing in the band Arms Akimbo and this is my show! Come here every week to hear me interview and hang out with my a different one of my friends in the music world. To stay up to date, subscribe now and follow me on the socials below!Instagram: @directsupportpodTwitter: @dswithpsEmail: dswithps@gmail.com 2020-04-2400 min

WorldArts SessionsWorldArts Sessions EP 5: Arms Akimbo - featured WorldArts artist of the week.WorldArts Sessions Episode 5: Arms Akimbo Arms Akimbo is an emerging indie rock band from Los Angeles, California. Band members Peter Schrupp, Christopher Kalil, Colin Boppell, and Matt Sutton met while studying at Loyola Marymount University. Each having an eclectic musical background, they came together in 2015 to form Arms Akimbo. Since then, they have opened for WALK THE MOON, Strangers You Know, and Kat Dahlia. They sold out The Study in Hollywood, played The Roxy, The Viper Room, The Constellation Room, and their single "Michigan" has 200,000 streams on Spotify. Become a member at WorldArts.com for f...2016-09-2214 min

Wir. Müssen RedenWeltfrauenWMR (einfach mal klar kommen)Es war einer der epischeren unserer Podcasts. Also angemessen zum Weltfrauentag. Und das lag – mal wieder – vor allem an unserer wunderbaren Gästin. Die wir, das ist mir auch erst hinterher aufgefallen, wieder nicht ausreichend vorgestellt haben: Helga Hansen, @hanhaiwen auf Twitter, Netzaktivistin und Feministin, schreibt auf Mädchenmannschaft und in in ihrem eigenen Blog. Shame on our Sozialkompetenz! Hier die Themen: iPad 3 Adressbuch-hochgelade und Privacy Moral Panic. (Gutjahr über Adresshändler, Felix Schwenzel über das Datenschutzparadox.) Facebook vs. Twitter (mspro über Facebook, Twitters neues Geschäftsmodell, Peter Glasers Schwanzhund, Wikigeeks über Facebook (ca. min. 1:16:20) If This Than That...2012-03-093h 13