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Brian Oake ShowEp 444 Doug Collins (Co-host!)Doug Collins came in to co-host the Brian Oake Show. Brian is out with an illness. Please send good vibes his way. We talked about the passing of the incredible Slim Dunlap. We also talked about the year that was 2024 and what Doug has coming up in 2025. Enjoy!2024-12-1955 minBrian Oake ShowEp 444 Doug Collins (Co-host!)Doug Collins came in to co-host the Brian Oake Show. Brian is out with an illness. Please send good vibes his way. We talked about the passing of the incredible Slim Dunlap. We also talked about the year that was 2024 and what Doug has coming up in 2025. Enjoy!2024-12-1955 min
Brian Oake Show409 Summer Vacation Stories & Sex Tips From Old Exhausted People!Brian, Colleen & Sean discuss their summer vacation stories and give sex tips...(this was voted on by Brian Oake Show group followers). Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-07-0947 minBrian Oake Show409 Summer Vacation Stories & Sex Tips From Old Exhausted People!Brian, Colleen & Sean discuss their summer vacation stories and give sex tips...(this was voted on by Brian Oake Show group followers). Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-07-0947 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 408 Holy Hannah!Every once in a while someone pops into this studio and floors all of us! Holy Hannah! world premiers her new song Fickle Wind on the Brian Oake Show. It is stellar! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-07-0453 minBrian Oake ShowEp 408 Holy Hannah!Every once in a while someone pops into this studio and floors all of us! Holy Hannah! world premiers her new song Fickle Wind on the Brian Oake Show. It is stellar! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-07-0453 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 403 Conspiracy TheoriesAliens! Bigfoot! The 1% and an international cabal of non-human biologics! Plandemic? All things conspiracy on todays Brian Oake Show! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-1859 minBrian Oake ShowEp 403 Conspiracy TheoriesAliens! Bigfoot! The 1% and an international cabal of non-human biologics! Plandemic? All things conspiracy on todays Brian Oake Show! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-1859 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 402 Bobby SullivanTodays guest is healer Bobby Sullivan! Brian talks with Bobby about all things supernatural. Sean's beloved dearly departed grandmother visits him in his dreams, and Bobby takes a look at Colleen's future! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-1353 minBrian Oake ShowEp 402 Bobby SullivanTodays guest is healer Bobby Sullivan! Brian talks with Bobby about all things supernatural. Sean's beloved dearly departed grandmother visits him in his dreams, and Bobby takes a look at Colleen's future! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-1353 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 400! Katy VernonEPISODE 400! And what better way to celebrate this auspicious milestone than having a chat with our guest Katy Vernon!Brian and Katy talk all things summer concerts around the Twin Cities, and Katy shows us her epic "Little Mouse on the Prairie" tableau. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-0651 minBrian Oake ShowEp 400! Katy VernonEPISODE 400! And what better way to celebrate this auspicious milestone than having a chat with our guest Katy Vernon!Brian and Katy talk all things summer concerts around the Twin Cities, and Katy shows us her epic "Little Mouse on the Prairie" tableau. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-0651 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 399 Summer!Summer Jamz! Today, Brian, Sean, and Colleen discuss their favorite summer hits, Sean admits to accomplishing an "aqua-dump" in Lake Harriet as a child, Colleen reveals her favorite swim position (doggy style) and Brian recounts the terror of a full body shave. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-0456 minBrian Oake ShowEp 399 Summer!Summer Jamz! Today, Brian, Sean, and Colleen discuss their favorite summer hits, Sean admits to accomplishing an "aqua-dump" in Lake Harriet as a child, Colleen reveals her favorite swim position (doggy style) and Brian recounts the terror of a full body shave. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-06-0456 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 397 DeathIt's the Death Show! Join Brian, Sean and Colleen as they talk about the one thing we all have in common. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-2852 minBrian Oake ShowEp 397 DeathIt's the Death Show! Join Brian, Sean and Colleen as they talk about the one thing we all have in common. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-2852 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 395 PROM!Brian is out today, so Sean and Colleen sit back and talk about Prom, school dances, young romance, fake I.D.s, underage hotel room shenanigans, and sexy speech impediments. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-2149 minBrian Oake ShowEp 395 PROM!Brian is out today, so Sean and Colleen sit back and talk about Prom, school dances, young romance, fake I.D.s, underage hotel room shenanigans, and sexy speech impediments. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-2149 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 393 Just the three of us!Brian, Sean, and Colleen discuss Lying at work, cake, and our best dating moves! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-141h 00Brian Oake ShowEp 393 Just the three of us!Brian, Sean, and Colleen discuss Lying at work, cake, and our best dating moves! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-05-141h 00
Brian Oake ShowEp 385 Colleen KruseExciting things happening at the Brian Oake Show. Welcome new crew member Colleen Kruse! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-04-1858 minBrian Oake ShowEp 385 Colleen KruseExciting things happening at the Brian Oake Show. Welcome new crew member Colleen Kruse! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2024-04-1858 min
Brian Oake Show357 Sarah MorrisA Brian Oake Show favorite, Sarah Morris joins us to talk about her upcoming Holiday extravaganza at The Hook & Ladder in Minneapolis on December 8th. Tickets are going fast, so buy yours today. We also talk Toilet Tunes, her sensational Youtube show and she plays a couple of songs from her albums. We loved that she brought her guitar and played and sang one for us as well. Enjoy!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-11-2952 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 336 Katy Vernon and Jenny Russ of ABBASolutelyFAB!Wheee! This episode features the return of Katy Vernon and The Brian Oake Show podcast debut of Jenny Russ. Together, these two firebrands are the beating heart and soaring voices of ABBAsolutely Fab, the premiere ABBA cover band in America. They have shows coming up at The MN State Fair. Go see them!! After you listen to this eoisode, of course... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-08-191h 09Brian Oake ShowEp 336 Katy Vernon and Jenny Russ of ABBASolutelyFAB!Wheee! This episode features the return of Katy Vernon and The Brian Oake Show podcast debut of Jenny Russ. Together, these two firebrands are the beating heart and soaring voices of ABBAsolutely Fab, the premiere ABBA cover band in America. They have shows coming up at The MN State Fair. Go see them!! After you listen to this eoisode, of course... Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-08-191h 09
Brian Oake Show294 - Zachary Scot JohnsonWhere do we begin? Zachary Scot Johnson has led a fascinating life, from recording a song-a-day for more than 3800 days on YouTube, to touring with Lisa Loeb, Shawn Colvin, Meatloaf "The Loaf" and so much more. Brian could've talked to Zach for hours. He was on to promote the 90s tribute show at The Turf Club on February 10th. There will be an all-star lineup there to perform your favorite hits of the 90s. Zach will be back on the show to tell more great stories! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising In...2023-01-311h 05Brian Oake Show294 - Zachary Scot JohnsonWhere do we begin? Zachary Scot Johnson has led a fascinating life, from recording a song-a-day for more than 3800 days on YouTube, to touring with Lisa Loeb, Shawn Colvin, Meatloaf "The Loaf" and so much more. Brian could've talked to Zach for hours. He was on to promote the 90s tribute show at The Turf Club on February 10th. There will be an all-star lineup there to perform your favorite hits of the 90s. Zach will be back on the show to tell more great stories! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising In...2023-01-311h 05
Brian Oake ShowEp 287 - Brian and Seanta ChristmasThis time, it's just Sean and me and a bushel of delicious holiday musical treats! We have nothing but gratitude for all of you, and we hope every single one of you gets to taste at least a little of the magic that this season promises.Stay warm. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-12-2355 minBrian Oake ShowEp 287 - Brian and Seanta ChristmasThis time, it's just Sean and me and a bushel of delicious holiday musical treats! We have nothing but gratitude for all of you, and we hope every single one of you gets to taste at least a little of the magic that this season promises.Stay warm. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-12-2355 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 267 - Brian & Sean Discuss Summer's DemiseJust the two of us! This time Sean and i cover the slow end to another Summer, the glories of yet another State Fair and wonder why we weren't better at being young. Ahhh, memories. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-08-2648 minBrian Oake ShowEp 267 - Brian & Sean Discuss Summer's DemiseJust the two of us! This time Sean and i cover the slow end to another Summer, the glories of yet another State Fair and wonder why we weren't better at being young. Ahhh, memories. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-08-2648 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 252 - Charlie MarsWe are joined by Brian's long-time friend Charlie Mars from rural Mississippi via Zoom. Charlie shares the world premier of three songs on the show! He also shares his zen lifestyle and the unfortunate demise of wild boar in his crosshairs. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-06-091h 04Brian Oake ShowEp 252 - Charlie MarsWe are joined by Brian's long-time friend Charlie Mars from rural Mississippi via Zoom. Charlie shares the world premier of three songs on the show! He also shares his zen lifestyle and the unfortunate demise of wild boar in his crosshairs. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-06-091h 04
Brian Oake ShowEp 246 Brian & Sean Discuss Rock & Roll HOF InducteesThis time, it's just Sean and me getting philosophical and talking about the 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class. That means deep dives on cool artists/bands and loads of sweet jams. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-05-0548 minBrian Oake ShowEp 246 Brian & Sean Discuss Rock & Roll HOF InducteesThis time, it's just Sean and me getting philosophical and talking about the 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class. That means deep dives on cool artists/bands and loads of sweet jams. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-05-0548 min
Brian Oake Show226 - Patrik TannerLong-time Twin Cities producer and musician Partik Tanner (Tina & The B-Sides, Martin Zellar, etc) makes his first ever visit to The Brian Oake Show. We talk about his youth in Sweden, his wonderful, unlikely path through the music scene and what the future may hold. We also hear two brand new tracks from his forthcoming album. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-02-1152 minBrian Oake Show226 - Patrik TannerLong-time Twin Cities producer and musician Partik Tanner (Tina & The B-Sides, Martin Zellar, etc) makes his first ever visit to The Brian Oake Show. We talk about his youth in Sweden, his wonderful, unlikely path through the music scene and what the future may hold. We also hear two brand new tracks from his forthcoming album. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-02-1152 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 224 - Rich Horton (Tragic Hands & Brian's old friend)This episode, we check in with a grizzled veteran of the NSCC (North Suburban Cultural Corridor), Rich Horton. The main man behind Mpls bands Marcus Noise and, most recently, Tragic Hands. There's some upcoming shows and a new album release. Listen and learn. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-02-0352 minBrian Oake ShowEp 224 - Rich Horton (Tragic Hands & Brian's old friend)This episode, we check in with a grizzled veteran of the NSCC (North Suburban Cultural Corridor), Rich Horton. The main man behind Mpls bands Marcus Noise and, most recently, Tragic Hands. There's some upcoming shows and a new album release. Listen and learn. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-02-0352 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 223 - Brian & Sean (Covid Lockdown #1)This time, it's the Covid Lockdown Playlist. Sean got COVID a couple weeks back, and I got it this past weekend. So, this week it's just Sean and me making a suitable playlist for late-January isolation. I also get some much-needed answers to very big questions like 'What the F*@!! is Wordle??'. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-01-281h 04Brian Oake ShowEp 223 - Brian & Sean (Covid Lockdown #1)This time, it's the Covid Lockdown Playlist. Sean got COVID a couple weeks back, and I got it this past weekend. So, this week it's just Sean and me making a suitable playlist for late-January isolation. I also get some much-needed answers to very big questions like 'What the F*@!! is Wordle??'. Enjoy! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-01-281h 04
Brian Oake ShowEp 215 - Brian & Sean/The Best Songs of 2021This time, Sean and I cover some of the best songs of 2021.Get vaxxed, wear your mask and let's try to do better in 2022. Happy New Year, all! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-12-3155 minBrian Oake ShowEp 215 - Brian & Sean/The Best Songs of 2021This time, Sean and I cover some of the best songs of 2021.Get vaxxed, wear your mask and let's try to do better in 2022. Happy New Year, all! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-12-3155 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 187 - Peter Borne (Unlocked Mission and old radio pal)Peter Borne is not only an old radio pal of Brian and Sean's, but he also started Live Band Karaoke at Gluek's back in the day. He was in several bands. He worked for years at KQRS in production. His latest venture (adventure?!) is Unlocked Mission. It's a 70 foot long, three story (36 feet high) traveling recording studio and performance venue. it has a charitable angle and so much more. unlockedmission.com for more. Great to see our old pal! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr...2021-09-171h 05Brian Oake ShowEp 187 - Peter Borne (Unlocked Mission and old radio pal)Peter Borne is not only an old radio pal of Brian and Sean's, but he also started Live Band Karaoke at Gluek's back in the day. He was in several bands. He worked for years at KQRS in production. His latest venture (adventure?!) is Unlocked Mission. It's a 70 foot long, three story (36 feet high) traveling recording studio and performance venue. it has a charitable angle and so much more. unlockedmission.com for more. Great to see our old pal! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr...2021-09-171h 05
Brian Oake ShowEp 176 - Brian and Sean talk Palmfest at Palmer's BarThis time, it's just me and Sean breaking down this weekend's PalmFest at Palmer's Bar on the West Bank. Black Widows, Monica LaPlante, Farewell Milwaukee, Romantica and more. Like music? You'll like this. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-07-3147 minBrian Oake ShowEp 176 - Brian and Sean talk Palmfest at Palmer's BarThis time, it's just me and Sean breaking down this weekend's PalmFest at Palmer's Bar on the West Bank. Black Widows, Monica LaPlante, Farewell Milwaukee, Romantica and more. Like music? You'll like this. Cheers! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2021-07-3147 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 174 - Ed CohenOur latest episode features, perhaps, the single most important benefactor of The Brian Oake Show. Ed Cohen (SmartStartMN) signed on as a primary supporter of the podcast before we even had our first episode in the can. Why? I believe that it's because he shares our values of loving this community and supporting live music in all its forms. He's articulate, informative and brings a couple of great music picks to this episode. Enjoy!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...2021-07-2500 minBrian Oake ShowEp 174 - Ed CohenOur latest episode features, perhaps, the single most important benefactor of The Brian Oake Show. Ed Cohen (SmartStartMN) signed on as a primary supporter of the podcast before we even had our first episode in the can. Why? I believe that it's because he shares our values of loving this community and supporting live music in all its forms. He's articulate, informative and brings a couple of great music picks to this episode. Enjoy!! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pr...2021-07-2500 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 156 - Lauren MacLeash (Longtime Program Director for Cities 97)This time we have the privilege of talking with one of my favorite people on Planet Earth. Lauren MacLeash (Cities97, BUZ'N) is not only a pioneering radio programmer, she made Cities97 into a station that came define just what community-focused radio could be. The Cities Sampler, Studio C, Oake on the Water and so much more. She's the best boss I ever had, and has some wonderful stories and insight to share. My heart is very full right now 2021-05-181h 17Brian Oake ShowEp 156 - Lauren MacLeash (Longtime Program Director for Cities 97)This time we have the privilege of talking with one of my favorite people on Planet Earth. Lauren MacLeash (Cities97, BUZ'N) is not only a pioneering radio programmer, she made Cities97 into a station that came define just what community-focused radio could be. The Cities Sampler, Studio C, Oake on the Water and so much more. She's the best boss I ever had, and has some wonderful stories and insight to share. My heart is very full right now 2021-05-181h 17
Brian Oake ShowEp 77 - Katy Vernon wins City Pages Best of "Acoustic Performer"Colleen Kruse and I are here filling in for Brian Oake. Katy Vernon is our guest and we discuss her selection as "The best acoustic performer of the Twin Cities" by City Pages. Colleen and I discuss sex and pot and micro-aggression.2020-07-301h 06
Brian Oake ShowEp 71 - Billy Morrisette (Dillinger 4)Lucky you! It's Ep 71 of the Brian Oake Show. Once again, Dillinger Four guitarist Billy Morrisette joins us for his monthly visit. Killer songs and a signature cocktail. Billy rules. Cheers!2020-07-081h 08
Brian Oake ShowEp 65 Henry Lake, (Formerly of KFAN, currently 9pm-1am at WCCO)A new episode Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2020-06-161h 16
Brian Oake ShowEp 62 - Billy MorrisetteA regular of The Brian Oake Show, Billy Morrisette makes yet another appearance to talk music, COVID, and our favorite beleaguered city, Minneapolis. He's a seasoned punk rocker with a huge heart. I love this guy.2020-06-0456 min
Brian Oake ShowEp 55 - Holy Hannah! (Hannah von der Hoff)Holy Hannah! Hannah von der Hoff joins the 55th episode of The Brian Oake Show from a lovely coastal town in western Mexico where she is currently quarantined (lucky!). We talk about life, music and her debut, self-titled full-length release. She's bright, positive and one hell of a musician. Enjoy, and cheers!2020-05-1258 min
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 49 - Ciaran Daly of The Stress of Her RegardCiaran Daly, formerly of The Idle Hands and currently front man for The Stress Of Her Regard, is a freaking delight. Warm, insightful and almost too clever. Almost. They also have a new record out, and it's fucking awesome. Listen at your own risk.2020-04-211h 03
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show Ep 48 - Eric Perkins (KARE 11, Perk at Play, Perk at Pod)Local Sportscaster Eric Perkins joins us to talk MN Sports, life in 'the biz', and what it means for our athletically-inclined kids to be away from the sports they love. This one is warm AND heart-wrenching, just like an after school special. Enjoy!2020-04-1654 min
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 47 - Yer Mom! Actually, our Moms: Colleen McCarthy & Judy OakeContinuing our 'Checking In' series, both Sean and I decide to check in with our moms...with fantastic results. They have both lived rich, wonderful lives thus far, and are both eloquent and hilarious. Please listen, and then actually call your mom. Soon. And if your mom's not here anymore, I'm sorry. If she is, you call her today.2020-04-141h 02Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 47 - Yer Mom! Actually, our Moms: Colleen McCarthy & Judy OakeContinuing our 'Checking In' series, both Sean and I decide to check in with our moms...with fantastic results. They have both lived rich, wonderful lives thus far, and are both eloquent and hilarious. Please listen, and then actually call your mom. Soon. And if your mom's not here anymore, I'm sorry. If she is, you call her today.2020-04-141h 02
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep. 46 - Mike & Ed (SmartSmartMN) & Colleen Kruse (Women's prison)This time we are joined by Ed Cohen and Mike Friedberg, both musicheads and the founders of SmartStartMN (the primary sponsor of this show, fyi). We are then joined by the almost impossibly witty Colleen Kruse. Plus, we play some truly killer songs. Cheers!2020-04-091h 16
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 45 - Cathy Wurzer (MPR News-TPT "Almanac")OMG, you guys! This episode we talk to multiple Emmy Award-winning host of Almanac on TPT 2 and the host of the regional portion of Morning Edition on MPR News, Cathy Wurzer. Dynamic, intelligent and as warm as a broadcaster could possibly be. She also likes good music. Such a gracious guest. My head is swimming. Enjoy!2020-04-071h 05
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 44 -Molly Maher & Billy MorrisetteEp 44, melon farmers!! Our 'Checking In' series continues! This time, we check in with Molly Maher. She's a singer, writer, player and has a brand new record out as of yesterday!! She also books all the talent at a couple of incredible local places, but, clearly, all that shit is on indefinite hold. What's that mean? Well, give a listen. We also talk to regular guest Billy Morrisette, guitar player for legendary Minnesota punk band Dillinger Four and also the meanest drink mixer currently alive. That's a compliment. Relax, listen and enjoy.2020-04-041h 04
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 43 - John Hammje (Busters) & Julius Collins (Greazy Meal & Dr. Mambo's Combo)This episode of the show, we talk to my favorite representative of our newest sponsor, (John know's secrets...), We also talk to one of the funkiest motherfuckers to ever come from the Midwest, Julius Collins. I promise this will make your day better.2020-04-041h 07
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 42 - Checking In #2 -Dwynell Roland & TD MischkeEpisode 42 of The Brian Oake Show is once again about 'Checking In' in this most uncertain age. This time we check in with Minneapolis rapper Dwynell Roland. We talk about cancelled tours and creativity in the age of 'shelter at home'. We also talk to legendary Twin Cities broadcaster, TD Mischke. He's an actual unicorn and a consistently brilliant conversationalist. I love both of these guys unconditionally.2020-03-271h 10Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 42 - Checking In #2 -Dwynell Roland & TD MischkeEpisode 42 of The Brian Oake Show is once again about 'Checking In' in this most uncertain age. This time we check in with Minneapolis rapper Dwynell Roland. We talk about cancelled tours and creativity in the age of 'shelter at home'. We also talk to legendary Twin Cities broadcaster, TD Mischke. He's an actual unicorn and a consistently brilliant conversationalist. I love both of these guys unconditionally.2020-03-271h 10
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Checking In: Katy Vernon & Jared BrewingtonHey. all. These are weird times, to be sure. Lockdown, no toilet paper, shelter in place, etc. To this end, we are going to start a 'Checking In' series. We are going to be checking in with A LOT of locals on how the world has changed and what our new reality looks like. On this episode, we check in with Minnesota musician Katy Vernon about cancelled gigs and live streaming events, and also restaurateur Jared Brewington about food service in the age of COVID19 and the plight of service industry professionals. Also, John Prine.2020-03-2655 min
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 40 Tim Mahoney & Aaron Meyerring (Electric Fetus)Episode 40! Wow!! Here we talk to Minnesota Music legend Tim Mahoney about music, the state of the world and his unquenchable desire to get lost in my beard. Our second guest is Aaron Meyerring, co-owner of legendary Minnesota record store The Electric Fetus.2020-03-191h 15
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 39 -John Cosgrove St. Patrick's Day!On this St. Patrick's Day, we are joined by one of our very favorite local Irishmen, John Cosgrove. Hilarious, insightful and never, ever at a loss for words. It turns out he grew up under the shadow of occupation in Ireland, football is zero fun due to coronavirus and Yanks ruined St. Patricks back in Ireland. Sounds about right. John is one of the most routinely interesting conversationalists you will ever meet. Just ask him ;)2020-03-171h 10
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 38 - Nate Dungan (Trailer Trash)Ep 38 features the inimitable Nate Dungan, member of Trailer Trash, talent buyer for the MN State Fair, and a generally fantastic human being. We talk Minneapolis Music, Lee's Liquor Lounge and The incredible legacy of The Great Minnesota Get Together. Plus, we hear a live song from his very first band, The Manboys. Cheers!2020-03-121h 05
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 37 - Dave Sinykin (KFAN Packer Preview Host)The Head Cheese, Dave Sinykin joins us for a lively conversation and some friendly sparring about the endless Packers/Viking rivalry. Also Molly Hatchet, The Boss and much more. This dude is wildly articulate. Please give it a listen.2020-03-101h 08
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 36 - Billy Morrisette 3 (Uh oh)This episode features an actual fucking unicorn. Billy Morrisette, guitarist for the legendary Minnesota band Dillinger Four makes his monthly appearance on the podcast. We talk about just how fucked up everything is, how there's never been a better time for punk rock, and Billy Picks some fucking sweet ass jams. Also, he brings his monthly signature brown liquor cocktail. I s this real life?2020-03-061h 12
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 35 - Mark MallmanNone other than legendary Minnesota music staple Mark Mallman joins the podcast this week. We cover so much ground! Life, loss, and inspiration. Hell, he even sternly calls me out before the end of the show over my choice of words, but don't worry...we sorted it all out. I am a 20+ year fanboy of his. AND!! we share his brand new single at the end of the podcast. Damn, I love doing this show.2020-03-051h 07
Brian Oake ShowThe Brian Oake Show - Ep 34 - Colleen Kruse (3)Ahhh, yes. Once again we are joined by the inimitable Colleen Kruse. She's a storyteller. She's sharper than you or me. She's also hilarious, erudite and absolutely fucking fearless. A perfect way to round out All Female February. If you like laughing and enjoy the smart, please listen to this.2020-02-281h 04
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 33 - Angie HeitzProfessional wine slinger, meat raffle enthusiast, lady about town and exceptional conversationalist Angie Heitz is the featured guest on this episode. She's articulate, engaging AND! she has a new venture this summer that is very, very exciting. Like wine? Listen to this episode.2020-02-2559 min
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 32 - Sarah MorrisAmazing! The inspiring, talented and generous Sarah Morris came by to talk about her new full length, All Mine (out 2/21), her crazy life as both mother and very active musician, and her popular YouTube series, Toilet Tunes. She also played a couple of gorgeous live songs from her new release, live in the studio. What a marvelous afternoon.2020-02-181h 09
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 31 - Jill Riley (Yes, The Current's Jill Riley)Damn. This episode we are joined by one of my all time favorite people. Former colleague, stalwart ally and my genuine friend, Jill Riley, stops by to talk about rural Minnesota, roller derby and her brilliant radio career. She's one of the very best.2020-02-171h 18
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 30 - Annie MackHoly wow!! Annie Mack is more than just a 'vocal powerhouse'! She is present, humble, tremendously honest and funny as fuck. I had heard good things, but she was even better than expected...and, very honestly, I wish I knew more people like her. Please listen, subscribe and share. Cheers!2020-02-121h 02
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 29 -Rabbi Zimmerman (Temple Israel)On this episode. we are joined by the incredible Rabbi Zimmerman of Temple Israel. Not only an important religious leader to the Twin Cities, she is a pioneer in her profession and an important advocate for Human Rights, in every regard. This is an insightful and fascinating discussion.2020-02-101h 19
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 28 - Sarah Stuhr (Minnesota Vixen)Sarah Stuhr is an offensive tackle for The MN Vixen women's football team. Sarah is a Minnesota lifer. Sarah works for Girls On The Run Twin Cities and Sarah is a FORCE! We loved their energy!2020-02-071h 06
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 27 - Anahita ChampionThis episode, we a joined by the very dynamic Anahita Champion. She is an award-winning event correspondent, on-air host, founder of Twin Cities Mobile Mommy, and an amazing empowerment leader of young girls throughout the Twin Cities. She also has a great YouTube series and is co-host of a local show that features a wide rang of POC and all kinds of great music. She's very smart, motivated and a very good conversationalist. A perfect start to All Female February!2020-02-061h 02
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 26 -Ben Lubeck at Brian Oake Show Patreon EventOn Thursday, January 30th, The Brian Oake Show had a Patreon member VIP event at Hook & Ladder in Minneapolis. The night was a huge success. As this is a live recording through a secondary recording device, it will give you the feel of the night, but please find Ben Lubeck's music on iTunes and Spotify under his name or Farewell Milwaukee to hear high quality recordings of their music. Thank you to everyone for coming! Patreon.com/thebrianoakeshow if you'd like to be at the future events.2020-01-311h 23Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 26 -Ben Lubeck at Brian Oake Show Patreon EventOn Thursday, January 30th, The Brian Oake Show had a Patreon member VIP event at Hook & Ladder in Minneapolis. The night was a huge success. As this is a live recording through a secondary recording device, it will give you the feel of the night, but please find Ben Lubeck's music on iTunes and Spotify under his name or Farewell Milwaukee to hear high quality recordings of their music. Thank you to everyone for coming! Patreon.com/thebrianoakeshow if you'd like to be at the future events.2020-01-311h 23
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 25 - Youa VangEp 25! A milestone!! Youa Vang, writer, booker of bands at MSP and all around acerbic music fan joins us for a lively and insightful conversation. She is kind and very, very funny. Also, she gets the fact that If your windshield wipers are on, YOUR FUCKING HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE ON!! Enjoy the show.2020-01-301h 13
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 24 - Paul CharchianThis episode, after a brief moment covering Billie Eilish's historic Grammy sweep, we dive deep with my dear friend Paul Charchian about instrumental music, and the possibly superfluous nature of lyrics in modern music. Paul is so articulate and so fucking smart. This is a must listen.2020-01-291h 19
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 23 - Bob Collins (former Current radio news dude)On this episode, we are joined by the inimitable Bob Collins. For 14 years. he joined Mary Lucia every weekday afternoon to cover the salient news of the day. We have a hilarious talk about his career in radio and journalism, our current (ahem) age of artifice and how some people actually love retirement and not working anymore. He's understated and whip smart.2020-01-251h 01
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 22 - Ben Lubeck (Farewell Milwaukee)We were lucky enough to be joined by one of the kindest, most talented Minnesota Musicians and Human Beings either Sean or I have ever met, Ben Lubeck (Farewell Milwaukee). He is the featured performer at our first every Patreon event ever, happening at Hook & Ladder Thurs, Jan 30th. Every early adopter of the podcast is getting invited to this inaugural event. Interested? Patreon.com/BrianOakeShow Cheers!!2020-01-241h 12
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake SHow - Ep 21 -Kiss The TigerCelebrated Minneapolis outfit Kiss The Tiger has a great story, and a new full length on the way...at some point. Want to hear the story? Want to hear a brand new song?? The I suggest listening and learning. Cheers!!2020-01-211h 03
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 20 - Lydia LizaHoly wow!! This is such an exceptional conversation with Lydia Liza. She is not only a great musician and songwriter, she has a truly inspirational story. At one point, the realness of her story has both Sean and me in tears. But it's not all heavy. We also laugh and share some great music from her new album Oh Boy (out on Jan 31). She's so present, so smart and a really great person to spend some time with. This was another really good one.2020-01-161h 18
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show- Ep 19 - Billy Morrissette (holy S)!On this episode, Billy Morrisette returns for his monthly residency. Lucky us. He brings another signature cocktail, more delicious insight and sets you Van Halen haters straight. There's loads of other cool stuff, as well. Just make sure you stick around until the end on this one. It gets juicy.2020-01-161h 11
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 18 - Jeffrey MorrisOn this episode we were joined by one of the coolest Humans that I have ever personally met. Jeffrey Morris is writer, director and production designer of the upcoming major motion picture Persephone. He's also an exemplary Human. I am very glad to know him. Pleas check out FutureDude.com2020-01-101h 06
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Ep 17 Jim and Terry WalshThis episode we are talking with two of the most badass Minnesotan Brothers, Terry and Jim Walsh. Musicians, raconteurs, philanthropists. Local fucking heroes... They have a major show, a full-blown Hoot!, coming up this Friday at The Parkway Theater (in S Mpls), to raise money for a impossibly important cause. Listen, share, donate, and amplify. Happy new year, all!!2020-01-071h 16
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 16 - Joyann ParkerTwin Cities vocal great Joyann Parker joins us to share her amazing voice, tell us all about the Kickstarter for the new album, and talk about how reinvention can come along when you least expect it. She's wonderful!2020-01-0355 min
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 15 - Jason FladagerOn this episode we say goodbye to The 7th Python. a Schoolhouse Rock icon, and a young female St Paul rapper who left us way too soon. We also talk to a founding member of legendary MN jam band The Big Wu, Jason Fladager. There might even be a couple of genuinely inspirational quotes to end the show and to begin the new year.2020-01-031h 10
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 14 - Dave AnaniaOn this episode, we check in with one of the most interesting MN musicians I've ever talked to, David Anania. He's plays with Greazy Meal, Dr. Mambo's Combo and is currently residing in Berlin and performing with The Blue Man Group!! He also once portayed the walnut in a troupe at Valleyfair. Don't sleep on this one.2019-12-271h 15
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 13 -Lizz "Coldplay" WinsteadThe legendary Lizz Winstead joins us to talk about her upcoming year-end wrap up shows at The Cedar, basic Human Dignity and her undying love of groundbreaking British group Coldplay. It's all yellow.2019-12-231h 18
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 12 - John "Feckin" CosgroveOn this episode, you'll hear three Irish bands you've probably never heard of before. We also spend a little time addressing 'The Troubles'. Our guest, John Cosgrove, would like to tell you 'Listen without prejudice'.2019-12-181h 08
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show - Eps 11 - Dwynell RolandTonight we talk to Dwynell Roland. He has a brand new record and an incredible story about the journey to get this thing out. The Holidays should be about friends, family and getting through hard times. Tonight's episode is definitely that. Cheers, all!!2019-12-171h 24
Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show- Eps 1 - Colleen KruseThe inaugural episode of The Brian Oake Show. Thank you to our guests, Colleen Kruse, (MN Comic Legend)! Thank you to Ed Cohen from SmartStartMN. They are our first sponsor. Check them out on the web.2019-11-131h 02Brian Oake ShowBrian Oake Show- Eps 1 - Colleen KruseThe inaugural episode of The Brian Oake Show. Thank you to our guests, Colleen Kruse, (MN Comic Legend)! Thank you to Ed Cohen from SmartStartMN. They are our first sponsor. Check them out on the web.2019-11-131h 02