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The Skating SessionEpisode 12 - 2025 Grand Prix Assignments! Pairs & Dance DiscussionIn Episode 12 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu continue their analysis of the 2025–2026 Grand Prix assignments, this time focusing on pairs and ice dance. They examine the impact of high-profile comebacks from Olympic champions Sui & Han, as well as the Shibutanis and Fournier-Beaudry & Cizeron, and what those returns mean for the current competitive hierarchy.They walk through each Grand Prix event, noting how assignments reflect federation strategy, Olympic positioning, and emerging rivalries. The discussion covers everything from internal national battles in the U.S. and Canada to the evolving dance field now disrupted by re...2025-06-0757 min
The Skating SessionEpisode 11 - 2025-26 Grand Prix Assignments! Men & Women DiscussionIn Episode 11 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu dive deep into the 2025–2026 Grand Prix assignments for men and women. They walk through the ISU grids event by event, analyzing key matchups, surprise omissions, and the stakes for Olympic qualification. From comeback skaters like Sui and Han to high-stakes U.S. men's rivalries and the crowded Japanese women's field, they break down what to expect across each Grand Prix stop.They explore the implications of the ISU's assignment rules, the strategic use of TBD slots, and how federations may be angling for second spots or ho...2025-06-0755 min
The Skating SessionEpisode 10 - 2026 World Championships TicketPortal Experience (UHG!)In Episode 10 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu share their chaotic experience securing tickets to the 2026 World Figure Skating Championships in Prague. From middle-of-the-night login attempts and error messages to frantic screen refreshes and surprise Apple Pay saves, they walk through the highs and lows of navigating Ticketportal.This special episode is a candid look at what it's like to be a hardcore figure skating fan, from strategizing ticket sections to deciphering buggy interfaces and reflecting on how ticketing compares to previous events like Boston Worlds. It's an honest, behind-the-scenes perspective on the dedication...2025-06-0725 min
The Skating SessionEpisode 9 - Rhythm Dance '26 Rules & Music Ideas, Sui & Han Return!In Episode 9 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu explore the new rhythm dance requirements for the 2026 Olympic season, centered on a '90s dance party' theme. They break down the removal of compulsory patterns for seniors, the shift toward vibes-based judging, and the implications for technical merit in ice dance. They discuss the allowance of AI-generated music and debate whether it undermines the intent of the theme.The episode opens with major news about a likely comeback from Olympic champions Sui and Han. Tony and Thomas discuss what their return would mean for Olympic...2025-06-071h 11
The Skating SessionEpisode 8 - Russian Olympic Neutral Athlete Selection, Olympic Qualifying CompetitionIn Episode 8 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu unpack the announcement of eligible neutral athletes for the 2026 Winter Olympics, with a focus on Russian and Belarusian figure skaters who cleared the IOC screening process. They explore what the absence of Russian pairs and ice dance teams means for Olympic qualification, assess the chances of approved skaters like Adeliia Petrosian and Petr Gumennik, and explain how this impacts the final Olympic spots across disciplines.The episode covers the broader implications for competitive fairness, fan reactions, and political dynamics in the sport. Tony and Thomas also...2025-06-071h 25
The Skating SessionEpisode 7 - Ice Dance Comebacks! Shibutanis Return, Fournier-Beaudry & Cizeron Team Up!In Episode 7 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu dive into the shock return of Olympic bronze medalists Maia and Alex Shibutani, who have announced a comeback after seven years away from competition. They break down the potential impact on the domestic and international ice dance field, evaluate the strengths and challenges of returning elite athletes, and discuss what this means for Olympic selection.The episode also explores the return of Guillaume Cizeron with new partner Laurence Fournier-Beaudry, historical comebacks in ice dance, and what recent changes in choreography, scoring, and judging trends signal for...2025-06-071h 34
The Skating SessionEpisode 6 - 2025 World Team Trophy Day 3 Recap (Pairs Free, Women Free, Event Closing Thoughts)In Episode 6 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu wrap up their coverage of the 2025 World Team Trophy and reflect on the conclusion of the figure skating season. They offer insight on the final day’s events, including the women's free skate and the pairs free skate, and evaluate standout moments, scoring controversies, and the impact of skater fatigue.They discuss team strategies, Olympic implications, and program trends across the field, while maintaining their usual balance of technical analysis and sharp commentary. Tony & Thomas also preview off-season plans for the channel, including historical video uploads, te...2025-06-071h 19
The Skating SessionEpisode 5 - 2025 World Team Trophy Day 2 Recap (Pairs Short, Free Dance, Men Free)In Episode 5 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu recap Day Two of the 2025 World Team Trophy, featuring the pairs short program, free dance, and men’s free skate. They reflect on standout performances, surprising scores, and the overall energy of the event as the season winds down.The episode covers athlete fatigue, evolving team dynamics, and the ebb and flow of program quality across disciplines. With their usual insight and humor, the hosts explore what Day Two reveals about where the sport stands and where it's headed.Expect rulebook nerdiness, behind-the-scenes commentary, an...2025-06-071h 43
The Skating SessionEpisode 4 - 2025 World Team Trophy Day 1 Recap (Rhythm Dance, Men Short, Women Short)In Episode 4 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu dive into Day One of the 2025 World Team Trophy in Japan. They explore highlights, unexpected performances, and intriguing storylines emerging as top skaters like Jason Brown, Ilia Malinin, Kaori Sakamoto, and new world champion Alysa Liu take to the ice. They discuss the atmosphere of the competition, evaluate standout moments and technical decisions, and provide sharp analysis of scoring trends and judges' calls.Expect rulebook nerdiness, behind-the-scenes commentary, and sharp, unapologetic takes on the state of the sport.2025-06-071h 42
The Skating SessionEpisode 3 - 2025 World Championships Recap - Mens Event; Rule Change DiscussionsIn the final episode of The Skating Session's 2025 Worlds trilogy, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu break down the men's competition and then launch into a comprehensive discussion on what figure skating needs to fix—structurally, competitively, and aesthetically. From Ilia Malinin’s dominance and artistry gap to the rise of Mikhail Shaidorov, Yuma Kagiyama’s generational brilliance, and the redemption of Kevin Aymoz, this is an unfiltered analysis of every standout (and shortfall).Then the second half of the episode shifts: GOE inflation, flawed choreographic elements, why the “Q” call is "not real," what to do with death spir...2025-06-072h 21
The Skating SessionEpisode 2 - 2025 World Championships Recap - Pairs & Ice Dance EventsIn Episode 2 of The Skating Session, Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu take a comprehensive look at the pairs and ice dance events at the 2025 World Figure Skating Championships. They unpack the medal races, choreographic trends, and evolving judging standards, offering sharp, rule-informed commentary on everything from Miura/Kihara’s controversial win and Hase/Volodin’s rising dominance to the emotional impact of Smart/Díaz and the choreographic excellence of Turkkila/Versluis. For ice dance, Tony and Thomas critique the effect of choreographic elements, the rhythm dance rule changes, and what they see as declining clarity in compe...2025-06-071h 19
The Skating SessionEpisode 1 2025 World Championships Recap - Women's Event, Boston & OrganizationIn the debut episode of The Skating Session, hosts Tony Wheeler and Thomas Vu—Millennial superfans of the sport since the '90s—break down their experience attending the 2025 World Figure Skating Championships in Boston. They discuss the event’s logistics, fan engagement, organizational highs and lows, and innovative changes to presentation and format. Then, they dive into the women’s competition: performances, programs, rule changes, judging, and standout skaters like Alysa Liu, Kaori Sakamoto, Amber Glenn, and Wakaba Higuchi. Expect rulebook nerdiness, behind-the-scenes commentary, and sharp, unapologetic takes on the state of the sport.2025-06-0758 min
History & Factoids about todayApril 13-Peach Cobbler, Scrabble, Duct Tape, Thomas Jefferson, Butch Cassidy, Peabo Bryson, Rick Schroder (2024)National Peach Cobbler day. Entertainment in 1961. National Scrabble day, 1st elephant in America, Apollo 13 had some trouble. Todays birthdays - Thomas Jefferson, Butch Cassidy, Vesta Stout, Don Adams, Tony Dow, Al Green, Peabo Bryson, Rick Schroder, Aaron Lewis, Lou Bega. John Archibald Wheeler died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Saturday night - Bay City RollersPeach Cobbler - ?Blue moon - The MarcelsDon't worry - Marty RobbinsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Duct tape - The War ZoneLe...2025-04-1314 min
Tony Davenport's Jazz SessionThe Jazz Session No.400, ft. John Abercrombie, Dave Holland and Jack DeJohnette, from 1978The Jazz Session No.400 from RaidersBroadcast.com as aired in February 2025, featuring the amazing and atmospheric 1978 album “Gateway 2”, from John Abercrombie, Dave Holland, Jack DeJohnette. TRACK LISTING: One for Gil - Stan Tracey Octet; Bachelor Sam - Kenny Wheeler, w. John Dankworth; Morning Mist - Ahmad Jamal; Manolete - Weather Report; Blue - John Abercrombie, Dave Holland, Jack DeJohnette; Reminiscence - John Abercrombie, Dave Holland, Jack DeJohnette; 595 - Ron Carter; Armando's Bossa - Cal Tjader; Skoobeedoobee - Wood Herman's Big New Herd; Watusa - Sun Ra and His Arkestra; Ruptura - Mama Tera; A Day in the Life - Jeff...2025-02-032h 00
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 316 - Learning to Wrestle with Mark Andrews (Junior)Breaking Kayfabe!!! Professional wrestling champion, pop-punk bassist and podcast alumni, Mark Andrews, is our guest on Episode 316 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The former WWE superstar returns for an exclusive lesson on opening his own New Wave Wrestling Academy, new Junior music and turning down major contract offers. In this conversation, Mandrews explains the process behind launching his own school, trainee learning curves, fundamentals vs phycology, extreme table spots, teaching praise from Mercedes Moné (Sasha Banks), reflecting on NXT UK closure, winning gold in TNA, almost becoming All Elite, meeting Tony Khan, the strength of the British independent scene, punk rock men...2024-12-131h 25
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 315 - Story Of The Year (Dan Marsala & Josh Wills)Tear Me to Pieces. St. Louis scene staples, emo anthem hitmakers and stage diving maniacs, Story Of The Year, are our guests on Episode 315 of Sappenin' Podcast! Dan Marsala and Josh Wills take time out of the bands first UK tour since the 2010s, to expose secrets on the bands evolving legacy, untold rivalries and folklore party moments. In this conversation, Dan and Josh open up on their surprise European absence, package offers vs finance dynamics, unwritten rules, how it all almost ended, near break-up moments, real life jobs, cultural impact of Page Avenue, early day beef with Yellowcard...2024-12-061h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 314 - Alex Davies (Elliot Minor)Parallel Worlds. Elliot Minor are back for the first time in a decade! Vocalist, Alex Davies, exclusively talks to us on Episode 314 of Sappenin' Podcast, about the bands surprise reunion, writing new music and touring plans for 2025. In this conversation, Alex opens up on the bands long and confusing hiatus, why now is the best time to test the waters, selling out KOKO London in 10mins, constant fan demand to reunite, how their self-titled debut album turned into a cult classic, 2008 hazy days, industry headaches, needing post-band therapy, exploring alternative musical projects, co-writing with other artists vs scoring films...2024-11-291h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 313 - William Ryan Key (Yellowcard)Childhood Eyes. Yellowcard vocalist, Star Wars aficionado and never ageing emo, William Ryan Key, is our guest on Episode 313 of Sappenin' Podcast! The mayor of Ocean Avenue reflects on the bands unexpected second chance, unlocking a new mental health mindset and legally secret projects. In this conversation, Ryan Key opens up on his own personal journey back to the fold, rediscovering their pop-punk roots, mending friendships vs forgiving past traumas, playing their biggest international venues, new pressures, real life sacrifices, meditation vs mindfulness, new music plans, why his solo projects helped creative healing, scoring films with Ryan Mendez as...2024-11-221h 19
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 312 - Dave "Brownsound" Baksh (Sum 41)Does This Look Infected? Modern guitar hero, Sum 41 original and diehard Newcastle United supporter, Dave Baksh, is our guest on Episode 312 of Sappenin' Podcast! As the bands worldwide farewell tour continues to pursue, 'Brownsound' takes time away from their final European run, to talk his own perspectives on the end, personal closure moments and influencing a whole generation of guitar solos. In this conversation, Baksh opens up on why the break up might seem more emotional for him, unique parallels to first leaving in 2006, his second decade within the fold, member dynamics vs stubborn Canadian kindness, Deryck Whibley memoir...2024-11-151h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 311 - Tay Jardine (We Are The In Crowd)Exits and Entrances. We Are The In Crowd weird kid, pop-punk Sainte and beanie fashion icon, Tay Jardine, is our guest on Episode 311 of Sappenin' Podcast! The singer songwriter exclusively answers the rumour mill on the bands When We Were Young festival reunion, returning to the scene with a new solo projects and very personal life confessions. In this conversation, Jardine opens up on WATIC future status, finally feeling closure, audience nostalgia, releasing music under her own name for the first time, hiding behind the Sainte character, extremely personal lyrics, her coming out moment, industry battles, moving to Nashville...2024-11-081h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 310 - Matt Good #2 (From First To Last / Producer)Dear Diary. From First To Last founder, all-star record producer and ultimate rare Pokemon card collector, Matt Good, is our guest on Episode 310 of Sappenin' Podcast. The scremo vs post-hardcore king returns to unveil unanswered questions on the bands surprise return, new music vs lineup figures and fighting for their legacy. In this conversation, Matt opens up on FFTL future live status, response to new tracks 'Genius' and 'REV', the real reason why Sonny Moore aka Skrillex isn't involved in this incarnation, experiencing a fresh generation of listeners, not being asked to play When We Were Young Festival, their...2024-11-011h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 309 - Cone McCaslin (Sum 41)In Too Deep. As Sum 41 prepare to embark on their final ever UK/European run, longstanding bassist Cone McCaslin takes time away from the bands worldwide farewell tour, to reflect on their pop-culture vs punk-rock legacy, processing an emotional breakup and life after music, on Episode 309 of Sappenin' Podcast. In this conversation, Cone shares secrets on the decision to end things on their own terms, spending twenty-five years traveling the globe, taking time to appreciate every last show, extreme highs vs industry lows, his brotherhood relationship with Deryck Whibley, honest reactions to reading his new memoir and intense media...2024-10-251h 09
Nighttime on Still WatersThe Long Village (Villages and tribes)Send us a textTonight, we are hunkered down awaiting another storm. So, come and join us for a cosy night as we reflect on the fairly unique nature of canal-life and the community that it supports, with thanks to Wayne (NB Spudley) for drawing attention to a great new canal-based charity and some wise words from Rich (by Bike & Boat). Journal entry: 16th October, Wednesday“October drips onwards.The towpath washed with mud And brushed silvers Wet with fallen leaf And windfall twigs Gre...2024-10-2038 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 308 - Busted vs McFly (Charlie Simpson & Danny Jones)Thunderbirds Are Go!!! The pop-punk battle of the century, Busted vs McFly. Who wins? With both bands announcing a two-month co-arena tour for September/October 2025, Charlie Simpson and Danny Jones, return to Episode 308 of Sappenin' Podcast together, for an exclusive joint podcast interview, as we dissect their intertwined history, show secrets and a love for custard cream biscuits. Recorded at McFly HQ studios in London, Charlie and Danny answer untold mysteries behind the announcement, why it's the perfect time to do this, throwing wrestling type shade at one another, member brotherhoods, always being compared to each other, fighting pop...2024-10-1850 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 307 - Jeremy Bolm (Touchè Amorè)Spiral In A Straight Line. Hardcore music figurehead, passion poet lyricist and rare vinyl collector, Jeremy Bolm, is our guest on Episode 307 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The Touché Amoré vocalist celebrates the bands new album with retrospective secrets on their scene legacy, running his own record label (Secret Voice) and punk touring necessities. In this conversation, Bolm opens up on modern industry algorithms, spending his free time highlighting other artists, Touché underground impact, not falling into hiatus traps, embracing each others hobbies, hunting down vinyls in very show city, his most valued purchase, almost opening his own store, signing Drug Churc...2024-10-111h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 306 - Pixie LottAll About Tonight. Pop princess, blockbuster actress and Dolce & Gabbana model, Pixie Lott, is our guest on Episode 306 of Sappenin' Podcast! The British pop-culture figure, exposes secrets on her first new album in a decade, reinventing her sound and finally taking control of her own career narrative. In this conversation, Pixie opens up on going independent for first time vs taking a bet on herself, wanting to channel inner classic folk-rock influences, recoding in Encino, bursting into mainstream fame from a young age, music industry nightmares, getting used for producer hit singles vs writing for other artists, live band...2024-10-0459 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 305 - KT Tunstall vs Andy Burrows (Razorlight)Suddenly I See. KT Tunstall and Andy Burrows (Razorlight) team up for their first ever duo interview, as our guests on Episode 305 of Sappenin’ Podcast! Individually responsible for a whole collection of radio singalong megahits, the 2000’s indie-rock poster children talk songwriting, friendship and leaving their individual marks on the music industry. In this unique podcast, Tunstall & Burrows share secrets on joining forces to tour and write, supporting Texas in the UK’s biggest arenas, forgetting to rehearse, unexpected chaos, nostalgia trends, spotlight fame, accent slang, embarrassing confessions, pioneering the loop pedal, that famous Jools Holland performance, composing the new Cl...2024-09-271h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 304 - Kids In Glass Houses (Aled Phillips & Iain Mahanty)Give Me What I Want. Best breakup band of 2014, comeback kings and emo-pop key change fanatics, Kids In Glass Houses, are our guests on Episode 304 of Sappenin' Podcast! Aled Phillips and Iain Mahanty put their money where their mouth is, for an exclusive in-depth conversation, on the bands surprise reunion, original hesitation and their recharged 'Pink Flamingo' era. In this podcast, Aled and Iain spill dirt on returning to the KIGH Life, Slam Dunk comeback nerves, how it almost happened much earlier, emo nostalgia, time away from the scene, boring adulthood, sheepishly flirting with new music, album honesty, Smart...2024-09-201h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 303 - Tom Jenkins | Live @ 2000 Trees Festival 2024Misery in Comfort. Wales' folk-country-emo triple threat, Straight Lines frontman and renowned sheep shearer, Tom Jenkins, is our guest on Episode 303 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded live on stage at 2000 Trees Festival 2024, the hauntingly moving songwriter serenades a capacity crowd tent, with personal confessions on his solo artist journey, happiness hacks and the podcasts first ever singalong performance. In this conversation, Jenkins opens up to the audience on Welsh valley work ethics, music vs farming schedules, festival soil compaction, his love letter verse to Brain Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem), confusing last names, the art of birthing sheep, guitar hunting in...2024-09-131h 05
Nighttime on Still WatersIt turned a bit wet (Afloat in Hiroshige's rain storm)Send us a textJoin us tonight as Erica a wends ‘snailward’ home through a heavy rain storm - recorded, aptly enough, during another heavy rain storm! Hear also about our adventures with a drowning pigeon.Journal entry:3rd September, Tuesday“Cruising through a Hiroshige Woodblock print; Sudden Shower over Shin-Ohashi Bridge. Even the reeds look like bamboo.A heron pilots us home.” Episode Information:During this episode I read a short poem by Issa and re...2024-09-0851 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 302 - Johnny Christ (Avenged Sevenfold / Drinks with Johnny)A Little Piece of Heaven. Avenged Sevenfold bassist, podcast chatterbox and goth mixologist, Johnny Christ, is our guest on Episode 302 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Drinks with Johnny host shares unholy confessions on the bands meteoric rise, stupid industry fights and cementing themselves to festival headliner status. In this conversation, Johnny laughs off public misconceptions of being the shy A7X member, secret podcast stress, the art of storytelling, unfiltered tour adventures, reminiscing the twenty-first anniversary of Waking The Fallen, producer trust vs songwriting concepts, brotherhood arguments, party fails, accidentally spending $20,000 on wine, early shows with Metallica, My Chemical Romance...2024-09-061h 30
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 301 - Louis Posen (Hopeless Records)The Illusion of Safety. Hopeless Records CEO, founder and president, Louis Posen, is our guest on Episode 301 of Sappenin' Podcast! As Hopeless celebrate it's thirtieth anniversary, the distributing boss behind some of the scenes most iconic albums, breaks his media silence on the labels legacy, day-to-day workloads and music industry myths. In this conversation, Posen reminisces on how he accidentally started the label, his time filming music videos, early calls with Green Day, setting up a touring Hopeless exhibit, having to buy back old memorabilia, vinyl vs streaming, cease-and-desist letters, wild publicity ideas, unhinged house gigs, pizza delivery research...2024-08-301h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 300 - Lowlives (Luke Johnson & Lee Downer)Freaking Out! Loud rock purests, individual scene veterans and best friends, LOWLIVES, are our guests, on Episode 300 of Sappenin' Podcast! Drummer, Luke Johnson and vocal guitarist, Lee Downer, trade unfiltered and honest insights on music industry mechanics, earning their touring strips and starting from scratch, after decades on stage. In this conversation, Luke and Lee open up on the bands long-awaited debut album, explain a independent bands real finances, wages vs crew costs, their time in Lostprophets vs The Defiled, literately having to turn their amps up to eleven, heartbreaking mime artists, embarrassing secrets, parking fails, scary paperwork adventures...2024-08-231h 24
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 299 - Bryan Danielson (All Elite Wrestling)G.O.A.T! The best technical wrestler in the world, creator of the yes movement and environmental warrior, Bryan Danielson, is our guest on Episode 299 of Sappenin' Podcast! The American Dragon shares secrets on All Elite Wrestling's history making return to Wembley Stadium, his game changing impact on the sport and facing retirement. In this conversation, FKA Daniel Bryan, opens on his mindset headlining AEW 'All In: London', putting his career at stake, early matches in caravans vs parking lots, wanting to piledrive us into concrete, his musical influences, growing up in the Seattle 90's grunge scene, unexpected m...2024-08-1654 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 298 - Cameron Hurley (We Are The In Crowd / Avril Lavigne)Weird Kids! We Are The In Crowd founder, Avril Lavigne live guitarist and the internets number one Blink-182 stan, Cameron Hurley, is our guest on Episode 298 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The touring musician exclusively talk secrets on the WATIC hiatus, having Avril as a boss and his viral New.Wav covers project. Throughout this conversation, Hurley opens up on the bands longterm status, reuniting for Slam Dunk vs When We Were Young Festivals, sentimental moments, tough backstage boiling points, relearning old albums, unreleased tracks, working on Tay Jardine's solo project (Saint), classic tour highlights, getting the Lavigne job, how different the...2024-08-091h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 297 - Aaron Bruno (AWOLNATION)Megalithic Symphony. Dimond selling recording artist, pop-culture songwriter and unapologetic hardcore kid, Aaron Bruno, is our guest on Episode 297 of Sappenin' Podcast! The AWOLNATION mastermind talks secrets behind the bands infiltrated legacy on the mainstream, navigating through industry loopholes and life experiences away from music. In this conversation, Aaron admits exclusive stories on why his next album "The Phantom Five" could be his last, starting a new trash-metal project called "The Barbarians of California", random tour bus tattoos, the internet impact of songs like "Sail" and "Run", unplugging a vending machine to play a gig, grinding his teeth on...2024-08-021h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 296 - Chuck Comeau (Simple Plan)What's New Scooby Doo? Concept lyric theorist, pop-punk drum machine and certified scene diehard, Chuck Comeau, is our guest on Episode 296 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Simple Plan co-founder reveals surprising secrets from the bands 25th anniversary, their mega-hit back catalogue and having a fresh prospective on life in music. In this conversation, Comeau opens up on their most unexpected pop vs punk misconceptions, bursting into the limelight as teenagers, nurturing newer artists, always challenging Pierre with song ideas, his visionary role within the group, the importance of thinking from the fans opinion, living out his frontman dreams at every...2024-07-261h 07
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 295 - 2000Trees Festival 2024 (Better Lovers, Nova Twins, Hot Mulligan, Lauran Hibberd, Spanish Love Songs, The Nightmares, Fangs Out)We love TREES! Our favourite community driven, chilled weekend and independent festival, 2000Trees, always make us feel special. Sappenin' Podcast returned to Upcote Farm, for another round of sunshine, alternative music and the chance to reunite with old friends. Episode 295 features all our backstage gossip, infiltrating stages and chaotic guest moments, as we talk with artists for more behind the scenes adventures. Listen to exclusive conversations with Better Lovers (Greg Puciato & Jordan Buckley), Nova Twins (Amy Love & Georgia South), Hot Mulligan (Chris Freeman), indie princess Lauran Hibberd, Spanish Love Songs (Dylan Slocum), The Nightmares (Adam Parslow & Benjamin Mainwaring), Fangs...2024-07-191h 38
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 294 - Dani Luna (TNA Wrestling)Subculture. Punk rock wrestler, suplex machine and strength defying powerhouse, Dani Luna, is our guest on Episode 294 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Total Nonstop Action knockout breaks kayfabe with secrets behind winning championships, alternative music influences and the sports rebellious attitude. In this conversation, Luna reflects on signing with TNA vs making a name on the independent scene, her punk upbringing, hanging out with Lars Frederiksen (Rancid), life on the road, dealing with injuries, trusting strangers to beat her up, weird compliments, her time in WWE, why their UK developmental system didn't workout, lessons from Shawn Michaels, how to be...2024-07-121h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 293 - Black Stone Cherry (Chris Robertson & Ben Wells)The Human Condition. Kentucky spirit animals, rock 'n' roll runaways and Mary Jane enthusiasts, Black Stone Cherry, are our guests on Episode 293 of Sappenin' Podcast! Chris Robertson and Ben Wells blurt secrets on the bands brotherhood, longevity and wacky tour adventures. Recorded backstage at Download Festival, the guitar and vocal duo open up on their relationship with Donington Park, giggle worthy memories, measuring success vs industry respect, southern upbringings, first gateway records, blending their country and soulful blues roots, building a setlist of radio hit singalongs, vocal surgery, riff tricks, unique fan discoveries, that one WWE video game, experiencing...2024-07-0539 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 292 - How To Get Your Music On Radio with Alyx Holcombe & Alex Baker | Live @ Download Festival 2024Live On Air! Broadcast royalties, new music advocates and rad humans, Alyx Holcombe (BBC Radio 1) and Alex Baker (Kerrang! Radio), are our guests on Episode 292 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded live on stage at Download Festival 2024, these radio legends team up, to reveal insightful advice for aspiring musicians, how to get played on international stations and wacky examples of industry breakthroughs. In this conversation, Holcombe and Baker walk us through their day to day radio responsibilities, searching for fresh blood, what really gets their attention, production vs imagery, copycat bands, authenticity, song icks, CD scratches, weird messages, publicity stunts, golfball...2024-06-281h 06
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 291 - Download Festival 2024 (Parkway Drive, Hoobastank, Alexisonfire, Dream State, Atreyu, RØRY)SCREAM DOWNLOAD! Whenever we return Download Festival, it feels like home. To celebrate the twenty-first edition of the worlds premiere rock music weekends, Sappenin' Podcast was invited back to Donington Park, to capture the events legendary spirt, larger than life atmosphere and latest backstage secrets, from bands across all stages. Listen to conversations with secret set shockers Parkway Drive (Winston McCall), Hoobastank (Doug Robb) reminiscing 'The Reason' album anniversaries, Alexisonfire (Wade MacNeil) on starting his new touring club: 'The Only Emo Night Ever', Dream State (Jessie Powell & Aled Evans) embrace unexpected set reactions, Atreyu (Brandon Saller & Travis Miguel) laugh...2024-06-211h 25
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 290 - Brendan B. Brown (Wheatus)Lemonade. Wannabe gangster, pop-culture songwriter and the original teenage dirtbag, Brendan B. Brown, is our guest on Episode 290 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Wheatus poet reflects on completely dedicating his life to live music, independent band structures and the evolving legacy behind one of the biggest songs, ever! In this conversation, Triple B explains secrets on his constant touring mentality, playing without setlists, experiencing a purely unique career, petty industry battles, important pier friendships, Iron Maiden bike rides, dirtbag covers, the songs larger than life impact, embracing it's core, jetlag struggles, singing with Alice Cooper, hidden gems, learning solar spreed...2024-06-141h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 289 - Mikey Chapman (Mallory Knox)Asymmetry. Mallory Knox are back, with their original line up, for the first time in six years! After a hiatus from the spotlight, vocalist Mikey Chapman, reveals all, as our guest on Episode 289 of Sappenin' Podcast! Recorded moments after their comeback performances at Slam Dunk Festival 2024, Mikey takes time to reflect on the bands surprise reunion, mending bridges and experiences he never thought he'd relive. In this conversation, we capture raw emotions by discussing a number of catalysts for his return to the fold, stepping away in 2018, life away from music, mental health importance, the stress of industry demands...2024-06-0746 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 288 - Slam Dunk Festival 2024 (L.S. Dunes, Funeral For A Friend, State Champs, As Everything Unfolds, The Blackout)SLAM DUNK DA FUNK! In what has become Sappenin' Podcast tradition, we begin our summer festival recordings with a trip to Slam Dunk 2024! In this special episode, we capture our chaotic adventures in Hatfield and Leeds, documenting the events nostalgic vibe, backstage gossip and latest stories from some old friends. Listen to conversations with L.S. Dunes (Frank Iero, Tucker Rule and Anthony Green), as they fantasise more about McPlants, State Champs (Derek DiScanio and Tyler Szalkowski), to celebrate 'The Finer Things' tenth anniversary, Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence), on stepping in on Funeral For A Friend vocal duties, As...2024-05-311h 22
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 287 - Taylor AcornEverything Sucks!? Shapeshifting genre songstress, emo adrenaline hub and certified depressant, Taylor Acorn, is our guest on Episode 287 of Sappenin' Podcast! The situationship vs mental health lyric mindreader, reflects on her country to pop-punk journey, taking major risks and selling out international tours as an independent artist. In this conversation, Taylor opens on building confidence in alternative scenes, almost walking away from music completely, squishing the term 'industry plant', sisterhood friendships with Cassadee Pope, real important life advice, viral TikTok covers, soundtracking strangers weddings, internet threats, secret tattoos, screaming the word 'fuck' too many times in her songs, her...2024-05-241h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 286 - Serj Tankian (System Of A Down)SUGAR! Inspirational poet, political activist and your nu-metal inner monologue, Serj Tankian, is our guest on Episode 286 of Sappenin' Podcast! The System Of A Down vocalist reveals his true pastime activities, as we uncover the stories you won't read in his memoir, unique songwriting accents and celebrating the bands thirtieth anniversary. In this conversation, Serj opens on SOAD current status vs their appearance at Sick New World, deep-cut set ideas, writing his book 'Down With The System', learning more about himself, activism frustrations, vocal techniques, overcoming wild crowds, Slayer fan bottle attacks, industry confessions, the nu-metal boom period, nostalgia...2024-05-1754 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 285 - Slipknot Production Coordinator (Simon Robinson)Duality! Production coordinator, Slipknot touring crew member and former zoo keeper, Simon Robinson, is our guest on Episode 285 of Sappenin’ Podcast! In this special conversation, we receive all access passes into life on the road with the worlds biggest metal band, his unique job responsibilities and looking after a team of rabid masked maniacs. Simon opens up industry secrets on the teams structure, backstage antics, hardcore spreadsheets, how many people the band actually hire, production set up, beer keg storage units, scary flame disasters, costume preparation, tracking down random rider requests, each members own show dynamics, new drummer excitement, fe...2024-05-101h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 284 - Brian Fallon (The Gaslight Anthem)American Slang. New Jersey music royalty, blue collar songwriter and storytelling wordsmith, Brian Fallon, is our guest on Episode 284 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Gaslight Anthem vocalist corrects folklore on the bands overdue reunion, local punk scene learning curves and shares and hour of unbelievable adventures. In this conversation, Fallon opens up his new lease on touring life, collecting important lyric tattoos, living up to Jersey Shore references, Bruce Springsteens favourite pizza, latest album History Books, his worst festival fails, secret love for nu-metal, sexy manager offers, the magic in NJ songwriting, advice from Jon Bon Jovi vs The Goo...2024-05-031h 08
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 283 - AJ Perdomo (The Dangerous Summer)Reach For The Sun. Vintage song shop, outerbody lyrical genius and the life of any party, AJ Perdomo, is our guest on Episode 283 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The Dangerous Summer vocalist/bassist returns with unapologetic secrets on the bands adult era, fighting for a space in the scene and a very emotional return to Slam Dunk UK. In this conversation, Perdomo opens up on the festivals namecheck on the track ‘Goodbye’, mainstream emo moments, the reality of fatherhood, raising his daughter on Taylor Swift, new album ‘Gravity’, overcoming a messy hiatus, living the typical ‘rock star’ life on their first run, appreciat...2024-04-261h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 282 - Ash Costello (New Years Day)Half Black Heart. Queen of the goths, theatrical vocalist and paranormal expert, Ash Costello, is our guest on Episode 282 of Sappenin' Podcast! The New Years Day founder, tackles some of her biggest misconceptions, songwriting secrets and spooktacular life blessings. In this conversation, Costello opens up by giving us a tour of her new house, insights into travel necessities, thirteen foot skeleton stories, the burden of sitting on new music, unexpected influences, writing sessions at Gerard Way (My Chemical Romance) house, their forbidden song, Warped Tour mishaps, embarrassing Spinal Tap moments, playing abandoned swamps, wondering why Rob Zombie is so...2024-04-191h 08History & Factoids about todayApril 13-Peach Cobbler, Scrabble, Duct Tape, Thomas Jefferson, Butch Cassidy, Peabo Bryson, Rick SchroderNational Peach Cobbler day. Entertainment in 1961. National Scrabble day, 1st elephant in America, Apollo 13 had some trouble. Todays birthdays - Thomas Jefferson, Butch Cassidy, Vesta Stout, Don Adams, Tony Dow, Al Green, Peabo Bryson, Rick Schroder, Aaron Lewis, Lou Bega. John Archibald Wheeler died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard http://defleppard.com/Saturday night - Bay City RollersPeach Cobbler - ?Blue moon - The MarcelsDon't worry - Marty RobbinsBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent http://50cent.com/Duct tape - The War ZoneLe...2024-04-1314 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 281 - Omar Abidi (Fightstar)Palahniuk's Laughter. Drum machine, decorated actor and industry master of trades, Omar Abidi, is our guest on Episode 281 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Fightstar rhythm master, exclusively reflects on the bands 'one night only' return at Wembley Arena, twentieth anniversary celebrations and a career of unbelievable moments. In this conversation, Omar pulls back the curtain on breaking their hiatus, current status vs future plans, late night Charlie Simpson phone calls, wild crowd reactions, setlist antics, life away from music, backstage retrials, a cheeky request from Ed Sheeran, secret offers, classic tour stories, getting hit by a raw fish, worst gigs...2024-04-121h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 280 - VUKOVI (Janine Shilstone & Hamish Reilly)La Di Da. Weirdo cult leaders, Scottish mosh connoisseurs and award show record breakers, VUKOVI, are our guests on Episode 280 of Sappenin' Podcast! Janine Shilstone and Hamish Reilly take a break from their secret songwriting retreat, to share exclusive insights on the bands next chapter, fighting self doubt and how one walking fridge changed their whole live reputation. In this conversation, the duo let slip details on new music, creative pressure, the bands strange causal growth, not fitting into any sub-genre scenes, mental health struggles, visual art, signing to Sharptone Records, industry nightmares, burst of complete mayhem, Glasgow nights...2024-04-051h 14
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 279 - Sean Mackin (Yellowcard)Ocean Avenue. Violin visionary, pop-punk hitmaker and golf obsessed business dad, Sean Mackin, is our guest on Episode 279 of Sappenin' Podcast! Yellowcard source of positive energy, candidly shares his unique perspectives on representing an unorthodox instrument for the scene, the bands unexpected second chance and celebrating life with us, on board the Emo's Not Dead Cruise. In this conversation, Mackin reflects on a year of reunion shows, feeling a new humbled appreciation, his time away from music, getting a big corporate job, the evolution of emo, squishing old rival beef, the backflip crew, why he feels he 'got lucky...2024-03-291h 03
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 278 - Trivium vs Bullet For My Valentine (Matt Heafy & Matt Tuck) | The Poisoned Ascendancy TourThe Poisoned Ascendancy. Two generational juggernauts behind modern heavy metal music, Bullet For My Valentine and Trivium, will be hitting the road together in 2025, to celebrate the twentieth anniversaries of their breakthrough records, The Poison and Ascendancy, throughout UK arenas. Vocal legends, Matt Tuck and Matt Heafy, are our guests on Episode 278 of Sappenin' Podcast, to talk secrets on the tours inception, album legacies and how fate has always intertwined both bands. In this conversation, the superstar duo open on their two-decade friendship, dealing with similar industry struggles, nostalgic memories, why 2005 was a strange time in alternative scenes, writing...2024-03-221h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 277 - Emo's Not Dead Cruise 2024 (Senses Fail, Mayday Parade, Story Of The Year, Madina Lake, Johnnie Guilbert, Dave Pearson)Set Sail on the Cry-Tanic! After recording episodes at major venues, festivals and even dodgy carparks, Sappenin' Podcast was invited to embark on the Emo's Not Dead Cruise 2024, from Miami, Florida to The Great Stirrup Clay, Bahamas, as the events official podcast partners, to embrace our widest emo dreams, interact with certified scene legends and bring extra chaos to the boat. For Episode 277, we gathered a vast collection of artists, influences and management, across the line-up, to capture the vibe, atmosphere and life at sea. Listen to conversations with Senses Fail (Buddy Nielsen), Mayday Parade (Derek Sanders & Jeremy Lenzo), S...2024-03-152h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 276 - The Download Festival Booking Team (Jenny Cotter & Dannika Webber)AAA Passes! Two unsung heroes behind the UK's premier rock seance, Download Festival, Jenny Cotter and Dannika Webber, are our guests on Episode 276 of Sappenin' Podcast! The booking team best-friends, pull back the curtain on their day-to-day responsibilities, the festivals 2024 lineup and what it really takes to bring your favourite bands to the iconic grounds of Donington Park. The Rolling Stone award winners, let us in on their secret booking process, how headliners dictate every step, special attractions like Busted, Limp Bizkit and Sum 41's final UK festival appearance, organising the campsites village, earning Andy Copping's trust, parts of...2024-03-081h 22
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithE.N.D. Cruise: John Vesely (Secondhand Serenade)A Twist In My Story. Pop-culture songwriter, emo captain and beer pong champion, John Vesely, is our guest on a special Emo's Not Dead Cruise, bonus episode, of Sappenin' Podcast. The voice behind Secondhand Serenade, shares passionate insights into his genre defying career, taking a step back from the spotlight and how his hit single "Fall For You" transformed from the ultimate love song to the internets biggest meme. In this conversation, John opens up on deciding to play on the boat, his relationship with Matt Cutshall, filming the 'Felt Emo, Might Delete Later' video, taking on drink challenges...2024-03-0642 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 275 - The Blackout: 'Wasn't It, Was It?' Tour 2024This is why we CAN have nice things! February 2024 saw The Blackout reunite for their first full tour together as a band, for NINE years. After a week of emotional, heartwarming and eventful shows, Sean and Morgan dissect their own counterbalance viewpoints, as we discuss crowd reactions, behind the scenes injuries, travel nightmares, cry worthy fan stories, podcast stickers, emo reunions, what's next and more! Turn it! Find out Sappenin' this week!Follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpod.Instagram: @sappeninpod.Special thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:...2024-03-0159 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 274 - Daniel Franzese (Mean Girls)He doesn’t even go here!? Your favourite bestie turned sassy comedian and pop-culture icon, Daniel Franzese, is our guest on Episode 274 of Sappenin' Podcast! Loved by millions for his role as 'Damian Leigh' in Mean Girls (2004), the blockbuster actor explains how finding stand-up changed his life, sexuality vs religion struggles and being a face of change for LGBTQ+ characters in mainstream films. In this conversations, Danny reflects on the movies twentieth anniversary, it's most quotable lines, impact on alternative scenes, becoming a strangers safe escape, attending the musical movies premier, dealing with fame, money misconceptions, the recent acting st...2024-02-231h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 273 - Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.)Youth of a Nation. Nu-metal treasure, rap lyric storyteller and charity foundation president, Sonny Sandoval, is our guest on Episode 273 of Sappenin' Podcast! Ready or not, the P.O.D. vocalist unleashes secrets on the bands multi-genre legacy, sacrificing for his art and changing his local community. In this conversation, Sonny reflects on how his hometown of San Diego dedicated an official day to his charity work, representing SoCal in everything they do, the Payable on Death mentality, thirtieth anniversary realisations, spiritual vs music inspirations, the nu-metal boom period, relationships with KoRn and Limp Bizkit, nostalgic hindsight, never going...2024-02-161h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 272 - Dead Pony (Anna Shields & Blair Crichton)Ignore This!? Scottish nu-rock innovators, professional tap water critics and the fabricated lovechild of Nelly Furtado vs Limp Bizkit, Dead Pony, are our guests on Episode 272 of Sappenin' Podcast! Anna Shields and Blair Crichton break the pre-tour ice, as they prepare to hit the road with The Blackout next week, while admitting secret confessions behind their debut album, hyping new audiences and paranormal bounding experiences. In this conversation, the vocal vs guitar duo open their excitement on touring with Sean, living up to their own live reputation, mixing genre audiences, being inspired by iconic movies, why it's important to...2024-02-091h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 271 - Vinnie Caruana (The Movielife / I Am The Avalanche)Face or Kneecaps? Self-proclaimed ageing frontman, pop-punks vocal blueprint and your favourite emo best friend, Vinnie Caruana, is our guest on Episode 271 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Movielife, I Am The Avalanche and solo creative, takes a honest look back on inspiring a generation of delinquent songwriters, never taking life for granted and experiencing two decades of childhood dreams. In this conversation, VC opens up on mentally balancing all his projects, why they were never meant to coexist, The Movielife original break-up vs nostalgic growth, celebrating twenty-one years of 'Forty Hour Train Back To Penn', starting to produce younger artists...2024-02-021h 17
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 270 - Gareth Davies (Funeral For A Friend: 2002-2008)Tales Don't Tell Themselves. Ex-Funeral For A Friend bassist, American dreaming Welshman and Gucci fashion consultant, Gareth Davies, is our guest on Episode 270 of Sappenin' Podcast! After stepping away from the bands major label line-up in 2008, Gareth had completely removed himself from music. In October 2023, he returned to the stage, for the first time in fifteen years, to play one last song with FFAF, surprising fans, at their home-town arena show in Cardiff, Wales. In this conversation, the handsome bass face exclusively reflects on the events leading to this one-off return, his original departure, unbelievable tour memories, closure and...2024-01-261h 30
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 269 - Ben Barlow (Neck Deep)Wishful Thinking. Generic pop-punk champions, stage dive connoisseur and obsessed alien conspiracist, Ben Barlow, is our guest on Episode 269 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Neck Deep vocalist, returns solo for the first time, as we celebrate the release of the bands new self-titled album, planning a wedding and having the last laugh on classic memes. In this conversation, Barlow opens up on his overcoming battles with imposter syndrome vs embracing their legacy, the scenes nostalgic resurgence, self-deprecating jokes, taking musical risks, quitting their Los Angeles recording sessions, producer trust vs convincing Seb to take control, label offer contacts, fighting self-worth...2024-01-191h 14
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 268 - Tristan Thomas (Florence Black)Bed of Nails. Welsh valley native, shredding guitar wizard and all around tidy boyo, Tristan Thomas, is our guest on Episode 268 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Florence Black vocalist exclusively celebrates the release of the bands new single, by reflecting on their start in Merthyr Tydfil, breaking boundaries at classic rock festivals and getting endorsed by all their metal heroes. In this conversation, Tristan explains how preparing their second album has changed the groups mentality, industry success vs maintaining friendships, originally preforming together as kids, being handpicked by Corey Taylor (Slipknot) to tour europe, learning tricks as local roadies, driving...2024-01-121h 04
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 267 - RØRY (Roxanne Emery)Anti-Repressant. Sadcore lyric diarist, bestselling ADHD author and goal dreamcatcher, RØRY, is our guest on Episode 267 of Sappenin' Podcast! After many years in the music industry, writing radio hits with other artists, Roxanne Emery, reflects on how perching a random wig, connected her with a generation of misunderstood emo's, simultaneously hosting a platform for people to understand their ADHD struggles and why age should never hold back your dreams. For our first podcast of 2024, we take a special look at Røry vs Roxanne career, how her two public personalities separate each other, learning curves, makeshift tampons, self co...2024-01-051h 15
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 266 - Honey Revenge (Devin Papadol & Donny Lloyd)Retrovision! Personality driven, genre blending, funky sass emos, Honey Revenge, are our guests on Episode 266 of Sappenin’ Podcast! Devin Papadol and Donny Lloyd, reflect on a breakthrough year, as one of the scenes most exciting artists, first time achievements and fighting for change. In this conversation, the Los Angeles duo open up on their unique friendship dynamic vs creative expressions, candy colour visuals, how the bands short existence has connected with outcasts, fan safe spaces vs artists communities, soundtracking peoples first concert experiences, stage banter, failed projects, gross industry stereotypes, kindly annoying almost all their idols, touring with The Us...2023-12-2947 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 265 - Mark Tremonti (Alter Bridge / Creed)Metalingus. Unstoppable hit machine, heavy guitar icon and generational talent, Mark Tremonti, is our guest on Episode 265 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Alter Bridge riff master spills secrets on some festive family traditions, the unexpected Creed reunion and combining charity fundraisers with his love for Frank Sinatra. In this conversation, Tremonti reflects on soundtracking multiple music genre changes, being in a place where all his projects can finally co-exist, reconciling with Scott Stapp, the power of internet memes vs celebrating nostalgia, unfinished records, the one rule Alter Bridge have promised not to break, ski slope solos, creating his own guitar...2023-12-221h 09
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 264 - Bert McCracken #2 (The Used)The Taste of Ink. Emo poster child, poetic lyric messiah and fingerless clove trendsetter, Bert McCracken, returns to Episode 264 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The Used icon exclusively spills untold details on a top secret project, the bands ever evolving legacy and never turning his back on alternative music. In this conversation, Bert let's slip information on a life changing achievement, waving the flag for misunderstood freaks, mental health setbacks vs fan transparency, living in Australia, taking a tattoo artist on the road, vape tricks, appreciating a new level of love for the band, emo's highs and lows, never fooling fans wit...2023-12-1555 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 263 - SideQuest | McFly vs LostAlone (Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter & Steven Battelle)Gods of Rock & Roll! The team of hot McFly duo Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and LostAlone riffmaster, Steven Battelle, exclusively talk about their new songwriting and production collective, SideQuest, on Episode 263 of Sappenin' Podcast! In this unique conversation, the trio open up for the first time on their mission to create with new artists, how both McFly and LostAlone come from a background of being misunderstood, forming brotherhoods during the #PowerToPlay recording sessions, passing knowledge to younger musicians, seeing people like NoahFinnce and LOU release music they worked on together, their love for staying creative, lyric vs melody hacks...2023-12-081h 23
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 262 - Tom Higgenson (Plain White T's)Every Second Counts. The voice behind everyones favourite love song, playful lyric specialist and banksy art superfan, Tom Higgenson, is our guest on Episode 262 of Sappenin' Podcast! Plane White T's resident hitmaker dives into the bands pop-culture legacy, being an emo vs acoustic gateway and the unexpected success of 'Hey There Delilah'. In this conversation, Higgenson opens up secrets on the bands new self-titled alb, appreciating nostalgia, never fitting into a genre box, awkward interactions, having one of the biggest singalongs ever, fame vs stability, their iCarley moment, touring Walmart parking lots, writing for Sponge-Bob-Square-Pants, mega money pens, being...2023-12-011h 16
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 261 - Steph O'Sullivan (Greywind)In Autumn. Irish emo queen, yellow jacket icon and sad Manchester United diehard, Steph O’Sullivan, is our guest on Episode 261 of Sappenin’ Podcast! The Greywind vocalist unleashes bottled up confessions on music industry trauma, sibling songwriting and controlling their own narrative. In this conversation, Steph opens up on the bands fresh start vs their rollercoaster journey, secret label nightmares, why their debut album Afterthoughts (2017) was never celebrated probably, awful agent comments, not being allowed to tour, finally recording new music, overcoming self doubt, Fred Durst praise, blowing up on TiKTok, hair-dye therapy, being compared as the female Gerard Way...2023-11-241h 15
Nighttime on Still WatersThe Battered Landscapes of our EdensSend us a textAutumn is a good time for contemplation and a place by the fireside encourages reflection. Recently I have been revisiting the journals of Thomas Merton and, with the help of John Moriarty, I have found myself relearning some valuable lessons. The Edens of our flourishing are sometimes not quite what we dream them to be. Journal entry:15th November, Wednesday"Across the fields, A train clatters it's way to Birmingham. The lit carriages flickering like A procession of glow worms Through the hedg...2023-11-1942 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 260 - Daryl Palumbo (Glassjaw / Head Automatica)Worship and Tribute. Dream guest alert! The voice of a generation and post-hardcore fashion icon, Daryl Palumbo, is with us, as we celebrate our fifth anniversary of Sappenin' Podcast on Episode 260. The Glassjaw and Head Automatica vocal god breaks his media silence, for a candid look into his inspirational career, lowkey lifestyle and creative secrets. In this conversation, Palumbo reflects on 'everything you ever want to know' about Glassjaw vs their thirtieth birthday, how meeting Justin Beck changed his life, dealing with unwanted praise, being the catalyst to a whole sub-genre of fresh bands, that unique vocal accent, why...2023-11-171h 18
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 259 - Connor Ball (The Vamps / LUNARS)Just My Type. Emo McLovin pop-star, multifaceted instrumentalist and general good egg, Connor Ball, is our guest on Episode 259 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Vamps bassist unleashes secrets on the bands major misconceptions, his new punk side project and chicken shop catering. In this conversation, we discuss the birth of LUNARS, expressing pop-punk influences, constantly battling boyband stereotypes, guitar riffs vs bass solos, the pressure of taking on full frontman responsibilities, growing up in mainstream spotlights, recording with Busted vs writing with Blink-182, wild tour adventures, mental health reflection, watching Papa Roach play a pizza place, full circle achievements, home...2023-11-1058 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 258 - Nick Wheeler (The All-American Rejects)Dirty Little Secrets. Distorted guitar nerd, Nashville songwriting producer and diagnosed coffee addict, Nickolas Wheeler, is our guest on Episode 258 of Sappenin' Podcast! The All-American Rejects co-founder spills exclusive updates on the bands status, opening his own studio and creating endless accidental memories. In this conversation, Nick unleashes fresh prospectives on AAR unexpected comeback, touring for the first time in almost a decade, feeling happier than ever vs why they technically never announced a hiatus, his brotherhood relationship with Tyson Ritter, songwriting mishaps, falling into the major label schedule machine, creating for Cassadee Pope vs other artists, building WheelHouse...2023-11-031h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 257 - NOAHFINNCE (Noah Adams)Underachievers. Transgender emo activist, YouTube delight and self proclaimed My Chemical Romance fanfic stan, NOAHFINNCE, is our guest on Episode 257 of Sappenin' Podcast! After spending most of his childhood 'growing up on the internet', the sarcastic pop-punk scumbag talks through his musical journey, challenging preconceptions and connecting with a whole generation of people, finding themselves. In this conversation, Noah Adams, opens up on how life really is a bit batshit, wanting to create safe spaces for trans and LGBTQ+ moshers, touring with ADHD, his old Frank Iero fan accounts, tacking lyrics as a storytelling diary, naughty memes, new music...2023-10-271h 12Nighttime on Still WatersThe Rebellious Light of Beauty (The last dandelion of summer)Send us a textIt is easy to feel overwhelmed by the global events of the last couple of weeks. Following the battering of Storm Babet, this week’s episode offers a space for us to reflect on a world that can be often violent and far from perfect. Journal entry:13th October, Friday“Battered by the winds of the world I stop to watch the free-flight of rooks Diving from an oak into the full force Of a westerly gale.Gothic wings outspread, The...2023-10-2242 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 256 - John Nolan (Taking Back Sunday)Amphetamine Smiles. Sarcastic jokester, vocal melody geek and New York Mets celebrity pitcher, John Nolan, is our guest on Episode 256 of Sappenin' Podcast. The original Taking Back Sunday guitarist, riffs through the bands new album '152' with secrets on why the number is a secret code and overcoming insecure prospectives on their legacy. In this conversation, Nolan reflects on his shy exterior vs songwriting risks, early backyard shows, the spotlight of that famous Long Island emo scene, Tell All Your Friends chaos vs his 2010 TBS return, opinions on the records he didn't write, Straylight Run highs, accidentally breaking...2023-10-201h 02
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 255 - Loveless (Julian Comeau & Dylan Tirapelli-Jamail)Worst Case Scenario. TikTok melody lunatics, unhinged best friends and your latest music obsession, Loveless, are our guests on Episode 255 of Sappenin' Podcast! Julian Comeau + Dylan Tirapelli-Jamail unleash chaos with unfiltered secrets on the bands internet success, cult level fanbase and mixing emotional songs with hyperactive personalities. In this conversation, we reflect on their rise to fame vs time in other projects, energy drink shenanigans, 'Picasso' lyrics, the balloon clean up crew, production budgets, imaginary elephants, GlassJaw appreciation, wild stage injuries, hilarious crowd reactions from not playing covers, awkward celebrities, emo memes, having a pig named after them, sneaky...2023-10-1347 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 254 - Funeral For A Friend: 'Casually Dressed and Deep In Conversation' | 20th Anniversary with Ryan Richards & Darran SmithMoments Forever Faded. October 13th 2003, Funeral For A Friend released their debut studio album, 'Casually Dressed and Deep In Conversation', cementing themselves as one of emo, post-hardcore and melodic metal scenes, most influential bands. On this exclusive podcast, Ryan Richards and Darran Smith, return to celebrate the records 20th anniversary tour, by discussing its legacy, life changing impact and blueprint on their career. Embrace nostalgia with secrets behind the songs, what hit's were almost left off, why they lied to major labels, taste of bird milk, early gigs throughout the South Wales valleys vs taking on America, the time...2023-10-061h 22
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 253 - Telle Smith (The Word Alive)Slow Burn. Metalcore mosh maniac, abstract art painter and concerned tour dad, Telle Smith, is our guest on Episode 253 of Sappenin’ Podcast. The Word Alive vocalist unleashes unfiltered secrets on the bands ‘Hard Reset’ evolution, unforgiving stage injuries and the scariest ghost town, you never want to visit. In this conversation, we dissect career changing advice from scene legends, having a fresh prospective on TWA identity, unexpected line up changes, basketball slam dunks, the tour he sang for Underøath, mental health reflections, Limp Bizkit vs Wes Borland art DMs, Greeley Estates, the weirdest gig set up, spending time with Th...2023-09-291h 20
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 252 - Steph Carter (Ex-Gallows / Marshall Amplification)Kill The Rhythm. Hardcore-punk advocate, heavy riff maniac and Marshall Amplifications 'Head of Education', Steph Carter, is our guest on Episode 252 of Sappenin' Podcast. The Ex-Gallows guitarist, takes a trip down memory lane, with honest insights into the bands brutal legacy, finding peace and why Marshall is far more than a famous amp company. In this conversation, we discuss Steph's career trajectory through various sides of the music industry, departing Gallows in 2013, Frank Carter’s brotherly love, mental health setbacks vs mending relationships, wagamama fistfights, helping Marshall to educate new artists, old record deal nightmares, accidentally writing 40+ songs in a...2023-09-221h 28
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 251 - Cassadee Pope (Hey Monday)Take You Home. Pop-punk vs country music queen, winner of The Voice USA and Grammy nominated badass, Cassadee Pope, is our guest on Episode 251 of Sappenin' Podcast! After hearing us discuss the rise of Hey Monday through Emo's Mainstream Explosion with Chris Payne, the multi-genre star returns to share secrets on re-embracing her dark roots, absurd industry battles and influencing a generation of songwriters. In this conversation, Cassadee opens up on walking away from her country albums to relive new emo dreams, reconnecting with her younger self, why every chapter of her career is like a personal landmark, the...2023-09-151h 26Nighttime on Still WatersHome thoughts of a Pilgrim (Chasing the wind)Send us a textIt's a hot sultry night in the late eve of summer. Join us tonight as we spend time with the gentle words and wisdom of a friend of mine. Journal entry: 6th September, Wednesday“This evening The wool of traveller’s joy has caught afire With the westward Apricot sun. And look at how the nettles glow Translucent with the touch Of unspeakable wonder.” Episode Information:In this episode I read Chasing the...2023-09-1032 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 250 - The Noble Art of Lucas Woodland (Holding Absence)Crooked Melodies. The emo-ist nerd with the emo-ist lungs, aka, your Harry Styles of rock, Lucas Woodland, is our guest on Episode 250 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Holding Absence vocalist returns to celebrate our newest milestone, with confessions on the bands evolution, scene secrets and being overwhelmed by his wholesome engagement reveal. In this conversation, we discuss 'The Noble Art Of Self Destruction', growing into adulthood always on the road, pressure of fulfilling early praise, charming proposals vs wedding plans, reacting to his original influences of Funeral For A Friend, Kids In Glass Houses and The Blackout all reforming, record...2023-09-081h 11
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 249 - Hot Milk #3 (Hannah Mee & Jim Shaw)Welcome to the Horror Show. Mischievous emo kids, turned troublemaking power duo, Hot Milk, are our guests on Episode 249 of Sappenin' Podcast! Hannah Mee and Jim Shaw return to celebrate the release of their debut album 'A Call To The Void', reaching dream milestones and even more uncontrollable, naughty but nice, madness. In this conversation, we discuss the bands sense of self worth, always being their unapologetic selves, scaring the likes of Mark Hoppus, Dave Grohl and Lars Ulrich, oversharing reactions, allergy tests, the headache of key changes, swivel chair lyrics, wanting to produce other artists, pushing music boundaries...2023-09-011h 07Nighttime on Still WatersAs long as the rain talks (I will listen)Send us a textRain has a quality to touch us both physically and emotionally. Thomas Merton and Tristan Gooley are two very different people, but both offer insights into the language of rain and what we can learn through listening to it. Journal entry:24th August, Thursday "We drop down the hill To field-edge and thistledown smoke. A moorhen scatters at our approach Leaving only a fading trace in the water. Maggie methodically sniffs the undergrowth While I search for gold in the clouds...2023-08-2736 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 248 - Ruby Soho (All Elite Wrestling)Destination Unknown. Rancid's favourite wrestler, runaway rebel and certified badass, Ruby Soho, is our guest on Episode 248 of Sappenin' Podcast! The punk-rock fanatic shares secrets on All Elite Wrestling's history making takeover at Wembley Stadium, causing backstage chaos and why music vs wrestling is the perfect marriage. In this conversation, Ruby opens up on her emo roots, why All In: London is being built as the biggest event ever, industry parallels, how Lars Frederiksen gave her the Soho name and entrance song, buying her own farm, fainting in-front of Joan Jett, who in the AEW locker-room would make a...2023-08-251h 06
The Wheeler CentreIntroducing Spring Fling: Above and Beyond (Oct 2-14)Hear from our Head of Programming, Veronica Sullivan, as she reflects on last year’s successful Spring Fling, and shares what’s in store for audiences this year. In 2023 the Wheeler Centre’s Spring Fling is going Above and Beyond: looking further, delving deeper, and asking bigger questions with outstanding thinkers who are reshaping our world and envisioning extraordinary futures. Across 24 captivating events from 2 to 14 October, hear from international guests Hernan Diaz (Trust), musician and artist Lonnie Holley, Rebecca Makkai (I Have Some Questions for You), Caroline O’Donoghue (The Rachel Project and host of the hit...2023-08-1805 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 247 - Dylan Slocum (Spanish Love Songs)Brave Faces Everyone. Sarcastically sad songwriter, moustache model and spokesman for self destruction (as a sensible career choice), Dylan Slocum, is our guest on Episode 247 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Spanish Love Songs vocalist dives into the bands cult connection, tenth anniversary and how music was always his guilty dream. In this conversation, we unleash secrets on their new album 'No Joy' vs how the songs taste, incorrect assumptions behind miserable lyrics, why they will never be a social media trend, if being married to a bandmate is a blessing or a curse, word of mouth reputation, travel memes, earning...2023-08-181h 10
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 246 - Emo's Mainstream Explosion with Chris PayneWhere Are Your Boys Tonight? Throughout 1999-2008, the underground sub-culture of emo music, began taking over the mainstream spotlight. After various fluctuations in popularity, the scenes influence, impact and nostalgia, is in demand more than ever, twenty years on. Chris Payne, author, journalist and emo historian, is our guest on Episode 246 of Sappenin' Podcast, talking his new book, celebrating the magic captured in that time period and our favourite everyday emo nuances. In this conversation, we discuss the terms origin vs first boom, how bands like Thursday, Jimmy Eat World and The Get Up Kids set the foundations for...2023-08-111h 21
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 232 - Hot Mulligan (Tades Sanville & Chris Freeman)Shhhh! Golf Is On. Number one hot new band, meme makers and winners of funny song titles, Hot Mulligan, are our guests on Episode 232 of Sappenin' Podcast! Vocal duo Nathan 'Tades' Sanville and Chris Freeman introduce us to their world of unhinged chaos, stepping out of comfort zones and confusing Mark Hoppus (Blink-182). In this conversation, Tades and Chris discuss travel nightmares, war hammer, new music, shooting a wrestling music video, creating their own HM championship belt, how their song names broke the internet, recovering from awful shows, growing up in Michigan, $1200 milk, getting an apology from Tony Hawk...2023-05-051h 03
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 212 - Pierce The Veil (Vic Fuentes, Jaime Preciado & Tony Perry)King For A Day. Hardcore-emo clan, Pierce The Veil, are our guests on Episode 212 of Sappenin' Podcast! Vic Fuentes, Jaime Preciado and Tony Perry talk secrets behind their new era, beauty of nostalgia and getting booed on their first tours. In this conversation, the band take a trip down memory lane to their first time in the UK with The Blackout (2007), still using old inside jokes, winning over fans their whole career, new album 'Jaws Of Life', needing an anger translator, classic show pranks vs nerf guns injuries, weddings, Vic's work with the Living The Dream Foundation, When We...2022-12-161h 02
Last WordGeoff Crowther, Isamu Akasaki, June Newton, Les McKeown (pictured)Matthew Bannister on:Geoff Crowther, the global traveller, writer and map maker whose work helped to build the success of the Lonely Planet guide books.Isamu Akasaki, the Nobel prize winning physicist whose discoveries paved the way for LED lighting.June Newton, who was a successful portrait photographer using the name Alice Springs to avoid comparisons with her husband and fellow photographer Helmut Newton.Les McKeown, the front man of the Scottish boy band The Bay City Rollers. At their height the band provoked the same hysteria from fans as the...2021-04-3028 min
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean SmithEP. 73 - Thomas Ian Nicholas (Actor / Musician)Frat Party! Hollywood movie star, feel good musician and overall gentleman Thomas Ian Nicholas is our guest on Episode 73 of Sappenin' Podcast. The lead to numerous cult classic films including the American Pie franchise, Rookie of the Year and Walt Before Mickey opens up in a wonderful, honest and funny conversation about his mad career, the movie business and his ‘Thomas Nicholas Band’. Dive into exclusive news on new material, his latest single iWant, never straying from his two loves, The Dangerous Summer, his latest project Adverse with Mickey Rourke, comic-con experiences, whisky, sheep, Stifflers Mom, working with charity and so...2020-04-171h 09
Crazy Juicy Love with Jimmy Allen48-The US Limited Retreat with Greg Wheeler and Lena Khavinson | How couples can find their way back to love!The US Limited Treat is a powerful private all inclusive couples retreat that helps you realize new levels of love, trust, connection, and joy in your relationship and live. As a couples coaching team, we are passionate about dynamically transforming your relationship beyond your wildest dreams.
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The Early Music ShowThomas CoryateCatherine Bott talks to Tony Wheeler, co-founder of Lonely Planet about the extraordinary travels of Thomas Coryate. Coryate was an English eccentric who as well as being credited with introducing the table fork and the umbrella to England, journeyed to Venice and back mainly on foot, and whose travel writings provide music historians with invaluable details of the activities of the Venetian school.First broadcast in July 2011.2011-07-1024 min