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LONELIER THAN GOD020: "If You are to Bloom" feat. Ray Harkins (Taken, Mikoto, Bloodguilt, 100 Words or Less Podcast)Joining me today is RAY HARKINS, vocalist of the Southern California melodic hardcore bands TAKEN, MIKOTO, &, most recently, BLOODGUILT.Taken burned brightly from the late ‘90s until 2004, releasing one LP & 2 EPs on Goodfellow Records. They’ve since added a demos & b-sides compilation, a collected version of the first 3 records, & a 2018 EP titled With Regard To, on Other People Records. Links below.Ray’s also run the DIY music & culture podcast, 100 WORDS OR LESS, for the better part of a decade, with over 670 episodes in the archive. He’s interviewed everyone from Ken Andrews & Page Hami...
2025-08-281h 15
Adult EducationFinding New Passion In Music With Ray HarkinsI've been trying for a long time to find an excuse to have this guest back on the show. I'm excited to welcome back singer and podcaster Ray Harkins. He's the host of the '100 Words Or Less' podcast and he's the frontman of the new hardcore band Bloodguilt. Bloodguilt kind of popped up out of nowhere. I just started seeing Ray posting about it on social media one day and I was shocked. But the music is great. It has a sense of urgency and it feels like it needs to be heard. In...
2025-05-2338 min
The Hardcore TherapistThe Hardcore Therapist 78- Ray Harkins (100 Words or Less, Taken, Bloodguilt)Send us a textOn this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I am thrilled to welcome Ray Harkins. Ray is the host of the influential podcast 100 Words or Less, where he dives deep into the stories of musicians, artists, and creatives. Beyond the podcasting world, Ray is also the lead singer for the melodic hardcore band Taken. We'll explore his journey through music, the evolution of the hardcore scene, and the intersection of mental health and creativity. Check out Ray's new band Bloodguilt!@xpurposex@100wordspodcast@takenband@bloodguilt_hc
2025-03-281h 08
Machine Shop Tech TalkFrom Customer Complaints to Career Wins: The CI Playbook with Ray HarkinsWhat if your biggest frustrations at work are actually career gold?In this episode of Machine Shop Tech Talk, Arthur Field sits down with Ray Harkins (GM @ Lexington Technologies, educator to 95K+ manufacturing pros) to crack the code on:🔧 How customer complaint led to 120K in savings (and a promotion)🔥 Why hiding mistakes is the #1 career killer in manufacturing📊 The “ugly data” hack that makes you irreplaceableRay shares:“Your customer complaints aren’t problems – they’re free consulting reports.”“Documenting failures isn’t about blame – it’s building a portf...
2025-03-1326 min
Media RoundtableAd Infinitum: S2E4 - Scary Ads with Nathalie Chicha and Ray HarkinsIf you get too cute, too kitschy with it, that could turn people off in the wrong way where they actively dislike the brand.”
Ray Harkins, Senior Account Executive, Wondery
The world’s only podcast solely dedicated to audio ads is back! Presenting Ad Infinitum Season 2, Episode 4 - "Scary Ads."
Context is everything for ads, but what do you do when the podcast is fiction? How do you put your ad in the middle of a story and not feel like an uninvited guest? Ad wizard and Host Stew Redwine (VP, Creative Services, Oxford Road) welcomes scripted podcast experts, Nathalie Chic...
2024-05-2956 min
One Step Beyond: The Cadence Leadership PodcastCrafting Connection with Ray Harkins of 100 Words or LessOn this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Ray Harkins, host of 100 Words or Less Podcast. This episode dives deep into the value of sharing in a way that creates connection. Aram and Ray discuss what it takes to be a vehicle for a person to tell their story. This conversation explores podcasts as the modern fanzine. Ray describes learning the craft of podcasting during the early days and continuing to create meaningful work over the last decade. On this episode, Aram and Ray discuss what it means to relentlessly pursue opportunities. ON THIS EPISODE WE […]
2024-01-101h 57
One Step Beyond: The Cadence Leadership PodcastCrafting Connection with Ray Harkins of 100 Words or LessOn this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Ray Harkins, host of 100 Words or Less Podcast. This episode dives deep into the value of sharing in a way that creates connection. Aram and Ray discuss what it takes to be a vehicle for a person to tell their story.
This conversation explores podcasts as the modern fanzine. Ray describes learning the craft of podcasting during the early days and continuing to create meaningful work over the last decade.
On this episode, Aram and Ray discuss what it means to relentlessly pursue opportunities.
ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK...
2024-01-101h 57
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastBONUS EPISODE - Live from Outbreak: Jem from SpeedThis is a bonus episode from a live recording I did at the Outbreak Festival in the UK with Jem, the vocalist of Speed. This episode was released on the Outbreak Official Podcast feed a few weeks back, but I wanted to encourage listeners of 100 Words to come on over and follow this show. We will be posting more live chats and other artist on artist interviews of people who are involved in the festival. Here's more detail below ----- In our first live installment from the festival, we are honored to welcome Jem from...
2023-08-0428 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastBest of 2022 w/ Jeremy Bolm, Joey Cahill and Ray HarkinsOur favorite time of the year in which we get to reflect on our favorite music of this past year of our lord, 2022. I gather my buds Jeremy Bolm (Touche Amore, Secret Voice Records, The First Ever Podcast) and Joey Cahill (Wanna Hear It Records, 6131 Records) to discuss our music listening habits and count down to our favorite records of the year. Listen to all our records here on Spotify! Buy Podcast Merch Here Theme Song by Tapestry Gold Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube Rockabilia sells you officially li...
2022-12-211h 59
The Keep It Posi PodcastEpisode 99 - Ray Harkins (iHeartMedia/100 Words Or Less/Taken)The guest for episode 99 of The Keep It Posi Podcast is Ray Harkins. During the day, Ray works at iHeartMedia. Outside of iHeart, Ray is the host of ‘100 Words or Less: The Podcast’ and also sings in melodic hardcore band, Taken. In this episode, we talked about the jobs he has had throughout his career, the podcast, his band, growing up in Southern California, and so much more! This was a really fun one and one of my favorite episodes to date.
This week, The Posi Spotlight is focused on PETA. PETA was founded in 1980 and is dedic...
2022-11-281h 01
Podcast Advertising PlaybookPodcast Advertising Advice From Ray Harkins at iHeartRadioI have always admired Ray Harkins's career in podcasting. He started out at Midroll, the posterchild company for podcasting. Then he moved to Stitcher and is now the West Coast Lead Podcast Strategist for iHeartRadio. I really wanted to dive deep into the growth and evolution of podcast advertising with Ray because he has been pivoting in the industry for so many years, staying in tune with dynamic and programmatic developments. We talk about the major changes he has seen over the years, as well as what development is coming. We collectively gush over our love of...
2022-02-1632 min
Adult EducationRay Harkins from 100 Words Or LessIf you're anything like me you listen to podcasts and end up having follow up questions or comments for the guests and hosts. I'll be sitting in my car thinking, "Wait....I want to know more about that!" This episode is giving me an opportunity to ask those questions.Today I'm catching up with Ray Harkins. He's the singer for the hardcore band Taken but also the host of one of my favorite podcasts, 100 Words Or Less. It was a pleasure to catch up with Ray and to chat about the hardcore and heavy music scene for...
2021-09-2455 min
@JoelCupcake LiveJoelCupcake Live with Ray Harkins from 100 Words or Less Podcast, Taken & iHEARTRadio (Episode 48)@JoelCupcake Live with Ray Harkins from 100 Words or Less Podcast, Taken & iHEARTRadio (Episode 48) Oh boy Episode 48 is here and I am humbled to have a living legend on the show, Ray Harkins! Ray has run Peta 2, worked for Century Media, used to own / set up Sound & Fury Festival has done consultant work for No Sleep Records and is currently an artist manager at Tandem Management, the host of 100 Word or Less Podcast and head of podcast development at iHEARTRadio. Ray and I go WAY back so we talk having po...
2021-07-061h 36
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastTop Podcasts of 2020 w/ Deanna ChapmanRay’s List: Classics The Daily /Filmcast Bill Simmons Podcast Reply All Best of 2020 Rabbit Hole Whistleblower Wind of Change Behind the Police Dying For Sex Honorable Mentions Sway Gamblers Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas Deanna’s podcasts:Welcome to GeekdomChat SemataryTop 5:Servant of PodAccording to NeedThe Bloody Disgusting Podcast21st Century SpielbergThe Old Man and the Three
2021-01-071h 09
Dare to Know: Interviews with Quality and Reliability Thought Leaders | Hosted by Tim RodgersDTK Ray Harkins Business LeaderRay Harkins Business Leader
Tim interviews Ray about professional development, which is the focus of The Manufacturing Academy.
Ray Harkins is a senior manufacturing professional with over 25 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, quality management, and business analytics. He's written extensively for national trade publications, and he founded The Manufacturing Academy where he's taught over 11,000 students on the topics of quality engineering, business finance, and career management.
In this episode, Tim and Ray discuss:
What is The Manufacturing Academy and how it got started
The evolution of continuing education for m...
2020-09-2400 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastSteve Von Till from Neurosis8 years of discussions and in my wildest dreams I never thought I'd be able to have on Steve Von Till from Neurosis but, here we are. I am extremely proud to share this detailed and insightful discussion with one of the founding members of Neurosis on top of his extremely compelling solo material. We discuss his profession as a teacher, preservation and unintended influence. Thank you for your years of support, I couldn't do it without you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-091h 35
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastRob Fish from Every Scar Has A Story, Resurrection and 108I have the pleasure of welcoming on an incredibly influential vocalist within our scene, Rob Fish. He sang for bands like 108, Resurrection, The Judas Factor and more recently, Every Scar Has a Story. It's a blistering EP that everyone should check out immediately. Rob has been incredibly open throughout his musical life so turning over some new leaves is what I tried to focus on and we spoke of trauma, figuring out what to do with your life and intensity. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener...
2020-09-021h 24
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastNate Rebolledo from XibalbaNate Rebolledo from Xibalba is on the podcast today! We tried to make this happen a few years ago, but now...it's all happening. Nate and I discuss his life as a firefighter (he is no longer), serving his community through hardcore and finally, his career in live production/touring. It was a compelling discussion that I of course, urge you to check out.Support Gared O'Donnell and his battle with cancer. Donate now! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
2020-08-261h 13
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastAdam Klopp from Choir BoyYOU HAVE TO LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE. Sorry for yelling, but I love this chat and more importantly the record that Adam released under his moniker, Choir Boy. We discuss his upbringing in Ohio, the cyclical nature of music and performing live after creating something in isolation. Let me be clear, this is one of my favorite LP's of this year so you need to check it out.Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio...
2020-08-191h 09
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastMadison Watkins from Year of the Knife and Candy CorpseI don't think I will ever get tired of a solid metal core record, and Year of The Knife have released exactly that with Internal Incarceration so in turn, I had to have Madison Watkins from the band on the podcast. Madison and I discuss life in Delaware, straight edge and running a small business (with her amazing Candy Corpse brand). It was an absolute pleasure having her on so sit back and enjoy.Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https...
2020-08-121h 11
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastBrian McTernan from Battery/Be Well and a producerI know it may seem like I said this a lot, but this episode is a huge one for me. Brian McTernan is the vocalist from Battery, guitarist from Ashes and more recently, Be Well and his art has definitely impacted me in a deep way. He's also an incredibly prolific producer as well helping bands like Texas Is The Reason, Bane, Thrice and many more create some of their most important records. We go LONG with so many things like depression, touring Europe and being the "it" producer and the pressure that comes with it. This conversation went...
2020-08-051h 47
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastCorey Coffman from GleemerGleemer is a band you HAVE to hear. I fell in love with them when they released "Anymore" and even more so with "Down Through." I had to have Corey Coffman from the band on the podcast to pick his brain and find out more about life in Colorado, recording bands and the process of making music. It's metaphysical, it's fun and above all...a great new band you need to check out. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
2020-07-291h 06
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastRuss Rankin from Good RiddanceIt's a big one today with the vocalist from Good Riddance, Russ Rankin! Good Riddance has always loomed large within the punk and hardcore community, so it was a pleasure to have Russ on to discuss the idea of "being too punk to be hardcore," the music business and of course, animal rights. It's a wide ranging chat and we of course mention hockey as well. Thanks for listening!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee...
2020-07-221h 04
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastDan Sandshaw from Equal Vision RecordsMy good friend Dan Sandshaw from Equal Vision Records is on the show today. He's been with the label for over 15 + years and has been instrumental in signing some of your favorite bands in independent music. We dig into life in upstate NY, big music moments and being the center of attention. Thanks for listening!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19...
2020-07-151h 11
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastIndependent Venues Are At Risk - Discussion w/ Stephen Chilton from Save Our StagesThis is one of my most important episodes of the show. Please listen and support ALL of our local venues across the country that are at real risk from returning. I had my friend Stephen Chilton from Phoenix, Arizona who has been booking shows for many years and is part of the National Independent Venue Association. We discuss their campaign called #SaveOurStages and what he's learned through his years of promoting shows.Please visit Saveourstages.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-07-1343 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastBest of 2005 with Jeremy Bolm (Touche Amore) and Joey Cahill (6131 Records)Another deep dive into our best of lists from the past, but this time it's 2005! We dive into each of our respective lists and find out if they hold up or not (short answer, some do...while we have some pretty glaring omissions). Sit back, relax and enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
2020-07-081h 18
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastCasey Crescenzo from The Dear HunterToday we have Casey Crescenzo from The Dear Hunter on the program. He's an incredibly prolific and compelling musician that has spent a majority of his life involved in independent music not only in this band but also with his previous band, The Receiving End of Sirens. We get deep into our mutual appreciation for nu-metal, ambition and his early touring life. A must listen!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for...
2020-07-011h 10
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastHenry Cox from Boston ManorWe have Henry Cox, vocalist from Boston Manor, on the show this week. They release their newest LP in early May and what a weird time to not be able to tour! Henry and I discussed being raised in the UK, changing sounds within your band and larger than life musical acts. Enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...
2020-06-241h 13
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastToby Morrell from EmeryFellow podcasters unite! I have Toby Morrell from Emery and the Bad Christian Podcast hanging out this week. We go very deep on his late exposure to subculture, trying new things and his southern upbringing. He's a good friend and we had a very relaxed conversation during this time at home. Emery has just released a new record as well called "White Line Fever" that you need to listen to, NOW. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https...
2020-06-171h 07
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastWill Putney from End/Fit For An AutopsyHope you are all being safe and making your voice heard in whatever capacity you feel comfortable with. We have Will Putney from End/Fit For an Autopsy coming onto the podcast today to discuss his life in New Jersey, bioengineering and managing creativity. It's quite a ride that Will has been on, so I appreciate his willingness to discuss so openly. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...
2020-06-101h 18
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastNo New Episode This WeekI just can't do it this week. Please be safe and take care of yourself/everyone around you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-06-0302 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastMatt Honeycutt from Kublai Khan TXLet's get heavy. Matt Honeycutt from Kublai Khan TX is on the show this week and we dive deep into preconceived notions of what the band is, Texas living and slow growth. I had no idea we'd be rolling our sleeves up and getting as real as we did in this discussion, but here it is. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-271h 11
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastJB Brubaker from August Burns RedShredder alert! We have JB Brubaker from August Burns Red on the show this week discussing the process of meeting your heroes, defying expectations and longevity. I always appreciate when people are excited to come on the show and even more appreciative when they open themselves up as JB did. Sit back, relax and enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19...
2020-05-201h 10
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastNick Storch, booking agentToday we have one of the best booking agents in the game, Nick Storch from Artist Group International, on the show this week. We recorded this episode before the pandemic ground the music industry to a halt, but Nick's story is compelling nonetheless. We discuss him finding his way to booking, personal taste and how that affects who he works with and the music industry at large. Sit back, relax and enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork...
2020-05-121h 05
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastSam Ciaramitaro from DrainDrain seems to be everywhere and now we get to know Sam Ciaramitaro (the vocalist) a lot better. Sam and I had a fun conversation about growing up in San Pedro, hustle and why he never likes to wear pants. Let's do this!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-05-061h 03
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastJustine Jones from Employed To Serve/Holy Roar RecordsJustine Jones is the vocalist from Employed To Serve and works at an incredible label called Holy Roar Records and of course is our guest this week. We get in depth with nu-metal, being married to a band mate and life in England. Quite a pleasant chat and one that I hope you enjoy.Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...
2020-04-291h 10
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastNick Disalvo from ElderElder is one of my favorite bands around right now and I had the privilege to chat with Nick Disalvo from the band. If you are a fan of anything metal/progressive/doom/stoner you will fall in love with what the band has going on. We discuss Nick's life being raised in the suburbs, his experience being an exchange student and sticking to his DIY roots. Enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your order. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio...
2020-04-221h 05
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastJesse Korman from The Number 12 Looks Like YouHope you are staying INSIDE and safe! We have another great discussion to bring you this week to keep you company (or distracted). Jesse Korman is the vocalist from The Number 12 Looks Like You, a tech/art/metal/whatever you want to call them band. I remember trying to sign the band when I was working at Century Media Records and Jesse always had a very distinct vision for the band, which I admired. We discuss his early life, the hustle it takes to keep a band around and pursuing his creative outlets. Enjoy!Visit Rockabilia and...
2020-04-151h 09
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastCasey Cavaliere from The Wonder YearsWe are back! Thanks for your patience over these past two weeks while we retooled our back end stuff but here we are to keep you company over these long days. My guest this week is Casey Cavaliere from The Wonder Years. I am a huge fan of his band and we got connected over email and I decided, he's perfect for the pod! We discuss aging gracefully as a band in this scene, big moments and longevity. Hope you are being safe wherever you are.Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of...
2020-04-081h 18100 Words Or Less: The PodcastBONUS EPISODE - Quarantine Talk w/ Joey Cahill (6131 Records)In this weeks BONUS episode, I have my good friend Joey Cahill from 6131 Records on the show to discuss how this new reality is affecting him, his label and we discuss the implications to the music industry as a whole and where that could leave the insanely busy 2020 fall touring/festival schedule. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-04-0149 min
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastRiley Gale from Power TripHappy Quarantining wherever you may be! Hopefully you are staying healthy, safe and inside. Please welcome Riley Gale to the show this week, who is the vocalist for the almighty Power Trip. We discuss his relationship with touring, the music business (and his complicated feelings on it) as well as competition between bands. As usual, it's a wide ranging conversation that I am glad we contained. Enjoy and support all of the touring bands that have recently had to cancel their upcoming tour dates for the foreseeable future. Our music community is reeling and we need to help where we...
2020-03-181h 15
100 Words Or Less: The PodcastAndy Othling from Lowercase Noises (live from NAMM w/ Gator Cases)I had a great experience recording my first "live" podcast at the NAMM Conference back in January of 2020 with my good friend Andy Othling from Lowercase Noises at the Gator Cases booth. We get in deep with his struggles and bond over anxiety, depression and how that has affected the creation of his music and more. This conversation made me feel less alone and I hope it has the same affect on you. Thanks for listening! Gator Cases has a ton of great podcasting equipment, check it out! Visit Rockabilia and use the code PC100WORDS for 15% off of your...
2020-03-1146 min