Best NEPA Scene Podcasts (2024)

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 49 - Keeping Irish music alive in Scranton with folk singer Mickey Spain 1:16:48

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In Episode 49, we sit down with Mickey Spain, an Irish folk singer/songwriter of Makem & Spain fame currently living and performing in Scranton, and his wife, Erin. He opens and closes the podcast with a few songs (and even throws a children’s song in the middle) before his upcoming shows at the Tomato Bar & Bistro in Pittston on March 3, Kilcoyne'…

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The Ballad of Roddy McCorley (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 3:09

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During the live recording of Episode 49 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Feb. 28, 2018 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, Irish folk singer/songwriter Mickey Spain opened and closed the show with a few acoustic songs.The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern Pennsylvania…

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I Wish I Was a Fish (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 1:40

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During the live recording of Episode 49 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Feb. 28, 2018 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, Irish folk singer/songwriter Mickey Spain opened and closed the show with a few acoustic songs.The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern Pennsylvania…

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Nancy Spain (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 2:43

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During the live recording of Episode 49 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Feb. 28, 2018 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, Irish folk singer/songwriter Mickey Spain opened and closed the show with a few acoustic songs.The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern Pennsylvania…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 48 - The absurdity of local theatre and millennial #vanlife with the NVE 1:20:36

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In Episode 48, we sit down with Casey Thomas and Kimmie Leff, members of the Scranton theatre group New Vintage Ensemble who wrote and star in “#vanlife,” a comedic play about the millennial van life trend that premiered at the Scranton Fringe Festival last year and comes to The Cooperage in Honesdale on Friday, March 2 and Saturday, March 3 at 8 p…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 46 - Creating punk rock music, comics, animation, and videos with Tedd Hazard 1:09:58

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In Episode 46, we sit down with Hazleton punk rock musician, animator, and comic creator Tedd Hazard of Hazard Studios, which produces the ongoing comic and animated series Krust Toons and music videos for bands like Condition Oakland, Azwel, The Twindows, Cardboard Homestead, Joe Billy, and Today, We Fight With Peace, among other projects. He also…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 44 - The dedication and popularity of Scranton pop rock band Nowhere Slow 1:05:44

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In Episode 44, we sit down with Rick Gillette, singer and guitarist for popular Scranton pop rock band Nowhere Slow before his two shows next weekend at The V-Spot in Scranton. The first is on Friday, Jan. 26 at 9 p.m., and the second is the Action for Jackson benefit for local musician Jackson Vee on Sunday, Jan. 28, an all-day event where they’ll…

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Interview with WWE Superstar Honky Tonk Man by NEPA Scene 13:42

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This phone interview with WWE Superstar Honky Tonk Man by NEPA Scene on Jan. 15, 2018 to promote his appearance at the Scranton Comedy Club on Jan. 18.By NEPA Scene

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 43 - The real ‘Polka King’ story with documentary filmmaker John Mikulak 1:10:01

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In Episode 43, we sit down with John Mikulak, an award-winning director, producer, and filmmaker living in Waverly who made the documentary “The Man Who Would Be Polka King,” which inspired the new movie “The Polka King” starring Jack Black that premieres on Netflix this Friday, Jan. 12. His original 2009 movie will also return to Netflix on Jan. 1…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 42 - Scranton folk rocker MiZ on his new album and outlook on life 57:44

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In Episode 42, we sit down with Scranton folk rock singer/songwriter Mike Mizwinski, whose new solo album, “A Year Ago Today,” will be released on Friday, Jan. 26, kicking off an album release tour that stops locally at the River Street Jazz Cafe in Plains, Sarah Street Grill in Stroudsburg, the Ardmore Music Hall in Ardmore, The Cooperage Project,…

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Heroes (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 3:55

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During the live recording of Episode 42 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Jan. 3, 2018 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, Scranton folk rock singer/songwriter Mike Mizwinski, better known as MiZ, closed the show with this acoustic version of his original song "Heroes," dedicated to the many great musicians we’ve lost over the…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 41 - Star Wars: The Last Jedi Holiday Special 1:30:05

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In Episode 41, we sit down with a panel of scruffy-looking nerf herders on the anniversary of Carrie Fisher’s death to record a special episode of the NEPA Scene Podcast - a Holiday Special, if you will. FilmBuffOnline editor Rich Drees, comedian Ted Hebert, NEPA Scene and Geek Art Photo photographer Jason Riedmiller, and singer/songwriter Connor L…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 40 - Touring guitarist Justin Mazer on cross-country music and travel 1:16:57

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In Episode 40, we sit down with Shavertown native Justin Mazer, guitarist for Gatos Blancos, Starbird, Ryan Montbleau, and many other bands over the years, including Tom Hamilton’s American Babies, Leroy Justice, and MiZ. His longtime Led Zeppelin tribute act Misty Mountain will reunite for two shows with special guests at the River Street Jazz Caf…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 39 - The importance and future of the NEPA Philharmonic and orchestral music 1:26:36

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In Episode 39, we sit down with Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic Friends Chelsea Rixner and Alex MacNamara, who are also board members, to clarify that the orchestra is far from finished, even after making the highly publicized decision to suspend their 2017-2018 season, and dispel any rumors that they’re not going to be performing or working…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 38 - Shots for Tots and raising money for art students in Wilkes-Barre 1:16:17

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In Episode 38, Brittany talks about her eighth annual Shots for Tots holiday party with her brother and co-organizer Bryan Boote. Shots for Tots will be held at Bart & Urby’s in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Dec. 16 from 7 p.m. until 2 a.m. with music by AJ Jump and Nick Driscoll, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, giveaways and, of course, copious amounts …

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 35 - Blues rock with Wilkes-Barre’s Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen 1:16:30

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In Episode 35, we sit down with Wilkes-Barre blues rock trio Dustin Douglas & The Electric Gentlemen before their upcoming Stevie Ray Vaughan Retrospective tribute show at the F.M. Kirby Center on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m.Before and during the interview, we drink crowlers of Block House Double Chocolate Bock by Pittsburgh Brewing Company, Atwater…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 34 - Playwriting, filmmaking, and reviewing movies in NEPA with Jeff Boam 1:16:07

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In Episode 34, we sit down with Jeff Boam, an award-winning playwright, filmmaker, founder of Richlier Moving Picture Company, and movie commentator for WBRE, “PA Live,” and WNEP, before the debut of his new boxing comedy, “Man on a Canvas,” at The Olde Brick Theatre in Scranton, opening Friday, Nov. 10 and running through Sunday, Nov. 19.Beer Boys…

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Fake Fight - Blacklist (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 4:33

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During the live recording of Episode 33 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Nov. 1, 2017 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, local folk funk band Fake Fight closed the show with this acoustic version of their original song “Blacklist.”The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeaster…

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Fake Fight - Obliged (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 3:15

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During the live recording of Episode 33 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Nov. 1, 2017 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, local folk funk band Fake Fight opened the show with this acoustic version of their original song “Obliged.”The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern …

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Fake Fight - Mood Ring (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 3:06

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During the live recording of Episode 33 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on Nov. 1, 2017 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, local folk funk band Fake Fight opened the show with this acoustic version of their original song “Mood Ring.”The award-winning podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeaster…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 33 - Real talk with new Wilkes-Barre folk funk band Fake Fight 1:10:40

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In Episode 33, we sit down with new Wilkes-Barre folk funk band Fake Fight, which features members of Half Dollar and solo artists Jordan Ramirez, Brendan Brisk, and Michael Stec with Stephen Stec. They play three original acoustic songs for us in the studio before their debut “Pete Horse” EP is released.Before and during the interview, we drink cr…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 31 - Smiling and spreading positivity with Chris Bohinski of NYC Smile 4 Me 1:10:14

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In Episode 31, we sit down with Wilkes-Barre Township native Chris Bohinski, known as “Boh the Smile Guy,” the founder of the upcoming Smile Day in Wilkes-Barre Township and creator of NYC Smile 4 Me, where he interviews celebrities like Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bette Midler, and Kristin Chenoweth and asks them, “What makes…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 29 - Scranton filmmaker Kenny Luck on 'Opioid Nation' and the drug epidemic 1:16:52

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In Episode 29, we sit down with Scranton author, teacher, and filmmaker Kenny Luck, who wrote and directed the viral short documentaries "Opioid Nation: The Making of an Epidemic" and "Half Empty: Life in America’s Unhappiest City," which both premiered exclusively on NEPA Scene.Before and during the interview, we drink crowlers of beer from three …

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 28 - MCR owner John Phillips on event design, NEPA music, & Breaking Benjamin 1:19:38

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In Episode 28, we sit down with John “Guido” Phillips, owner and designer of MCR Design Group, director of production for Heavy Grass, a former local musician, and a freelance tour manager, previously working with bands like Breaking Benjamin.Before and during the interview, we drink crowlers of Framboise by Fegley's Brew Works in Allentown and Bet…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 27 - Organizing and developing theatre with the Scranton Fringe Festival 1:15:34

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In Episode 27, we sit down with Scranton Fringe Festival co-founder and managing director Elizabeth Bohan and Fringe organizers and participants Simone Daniel and Laureen O'Handley to discuss this huge five-day festival returning to downtown Scranton on Wednesday, Sept. 27 through Sunday, Oct. 1.Before and during the interview, we drink some crowle…

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Developing and managing an artist panel - 2017 Electric City Music Conference 36:46

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This session revolves around the artist management aspect of the music industry. Panelists explain when and why an artist requires a manager, how to go about attracting a manager, what they should look for in a manager, and exactly what a manager does. This panel discussion featuring Chris Bianchi, Christian Wagner, Mark Woodbridge, and Eric Droegm…

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Booking from both sides panel - 2017 Electric City Music Conference 40:47

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This session features Will Beekman, the executive director of the F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre, one of the area’s most successful talent buyers, and Eva Alexiou-Reo, a veteran booking agent. The two discuss both sides of the “world of booking.” Attendees learn what talent buyers and booking agents truly look for in acts as well as proper techn…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 26 - Electric City Music Conference with Joe Caviston and Kenneth Norton 1:25:36

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In Episode 26, we have an extended chat with Joe Caviston of The Point After Show and Kenneth Norton, formerly of Graces Downfall and currently with The Sellout Soundtrack, who both founded the Electric City Music Conference and the Steamtown Music Awards, which return for their fourth year to 11 venues throughout the Scranton area on Thursday, Sep…

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How to succeed in the music industry (and life) panel - 2017 Electric City Music Conference 34:54

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Suzanne Paulinski, founder of The Rock/Star Advocate, and Rich Howells, founder and editor of NEPA Scene, tell their success stories in the music business, provide tips for musicians hoping to make it in the business and develop professional relationships, and share personal anecdotes about following their passions. This panel discussion was record…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 25 - Comedians Angelia Petrillo & Elliott Elliott & the ‘80s Comedy Show 1:15:29

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In Episode 25, we sit down with local comedians Angelia Petrillo and Elliott Elliott, who are hosting the Back to the ‘80s Comedy Show & Dance Party at The Keys in downtown Scranton this Saturday, Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. The show features comedians pretending it’s the 1980s, only referencing topics from that decade, along with an ‘80s dance party and liv…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 24 - Intelligent dance music and the Satellite Ranch Music & Arts Festival 1:08:57

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In Episode 24, we sit down with Ted Wampole (Wilkes-Barre DJ Newpy Hundo), Nate Miller, and Richard Roani of Funkstronaut Productions, who are organizing the first-ever Satellite Ranch Music & Arts Festival at Mountain Sky in Jermyn on Friday, Sept. 1 and Saturday, Sept. 2 with intelligent dance music, house, techno, dub, disco, hip-hop, electronic…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 23 - Acting in and working on Wilkes-Barre crime drama 'The Barre' 1:05:08

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In Episode 23, we chat with our own Brittany Boote about her experience as an actress and assistant director on “The Barre,” a new crime drama television series set and produced in Wilkes-Barre. We also planned to interview fellow local actor James Callahan, who played the role of Bryan on the show and is well-known in the local music scene, but he…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 22 - New Scranton doom/sludge metal band Dour 1:07:14

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In Episode 22, we sit down with four of the five members of the new Scranton doom/sludge metal band Dour.Beer Boys in Wilkes-Barre is hosting a Founders Brewing Company tap takeover next Wednesday, Aug. 23, so we drink some crowlers of three of the beers they’ll have on tap - Green Zebra, a gose-style ale brewed with watermelon and sea salt; All Da…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 21 - Organizing DIY community events in Scranton with Jess Meoni 1:01:32

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In Episode 21, we sit down with Jess Meoni, a graphic designer, writer, editor of Ruthless Zine, and organizer of The Bad Trip Psychedelic Show - a free concert on Saturday, Aug. 12 on Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton with Piece of Mind, Walau-eh, Signs & Wonders, Earthmouth, The Mysteries, Mind Choir, and High Noon – along with Grrrls Night …

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 20 - 'Break the Silence' on sexual violence and domestic abuse through art 1:03:40

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In Episode 20, we have a very important and emotional conversation with the creators of Break the Silence: Sexual Violence Awareness Art Exhibit - campaign coordinator Stephanie Santore and photographer Ashley Matthews of Simply Lush Portrait Boutique.Before and during the interview, we drink some crowlers provided by our sponsor, Beer Boys in Wilk…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 19 - Pushing the envelope with radio personality and DJ Freddie Fabbri 1:13:09

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In Episode 19, we hear some stories and opinions from the hilarious and outspoken Freddie Fabbri, a radio DJ and on-air personality on 98.5 KRZ, Froggy 101, WILK Newsradio, and Max 102 who also does stand-up comedy and even managed Breaking Benjamin in their early days.Before and during the interview, we drink some crowlers of Olly, Chasing the Dra…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Ep. 18 - Jam band-inspired artist/illustrator Patrick Kwiatkowski of Jeweled Moon 1:07:29

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In Episode 18, we chat with Moscow artist, illustrator, and Jeweled Moon owner Patrick Kwiatkowski.Before the interview, we drink some crowlers of Sunny Spot by Susquehanna Brewing Company in Pittston courtesy of our newest sponsor, Beer Boys in Wilkes-Barre, and this is a different version of the summertime grapefruit shandy that you can only get …

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 17 - Wilkes-Barre rock band Vine Street and the Sunset Sessions open mic 1:12:34

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In Episode 17, we sit down with all four members of Wilkes-Barre rock band Vine Street, who are hosting the new Sunset Sessions open mic at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre this Sunday, July 16.We begin by cracking open some crowlers of Chocolate Lobster by Dogfish Head Brewery in Delaware, courtesy of our newest sponsor, Beer Boys in Wilkes-Barre, and w…

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Vine Street - XOXO (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 5:26

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During the live recording of Episode 17 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on July 12, 2017 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, local rock band Vine Street closed the show with this acoustic version of their original song “XOXO.”The NEPA Scene Podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern Pennsylva…

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Silverstein interview at 2017 Vans Warped Tour in Scranton 8:33

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This interview was conducted by NEPA Scene at the Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 10, 2017. For more coverage, visit nepascene.com.By NEPA Scene

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Anti-Flag interview at 2017 Vans Warped Tour in Scranton 14:22

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This interview was conducted by NEPA Scene at the Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 10, 2017. For more coverage, visit nepascene.com.By NEPA Scene

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Valient Thorr interview at 2017 Vans Warped Tour in Scranton 15:41

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This interview was conducted by NEPA Scene at the Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 10, 2017. For more coverage, visit nepascene.com.By NEPA Scene

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GWAR interview at 2017 Vans Warped Tour in Scranton 2:53

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This interview was conducted by NEPA Scene at the Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 10, 2017. For more coverage, visit nepascene.com.By NEPA Scene

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Vine Street - Mad Mad Woman (live acoustic version on the NEPA Scene Podcast) 4:36

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During the live recording of Episode 17 of the NEPA Scene Podcast on July 12, 2017 at Coal Creative’s production studio in downtown Wilkes-Barre, local rock band Vine Street opened the show with this acoustic version of their original song “Mad Mad Woman.”The NEPA Scene Podcast covers arts, entertainment, and the issues that matter to Northeastern …

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Big D and the Kids Table interview at 2017 Vans Warped Tour in Scranton 13:16

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This interview was conducted by NEPA Scene at the Vans Warped Tour at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on July 10, 2017. For more coverage, visit nepascene.com.By NEPA Scene

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Drumming demonstration (live on the NEPA Scene Podcast) - Chris Langan 4:06

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Before we began Episode 16 of the NEPA Scene Podcast, Olyphant drummer Chris Langan improvised a drumming demonstration to set up our conversation. Langan is the drummer for LondonForce, Dani-elle, Grant Williams, Tribes, and other local bands as well as a drum teacher and the host of “Behind the Beat” on YouTube.During the podcast, we talk about w…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 16 - ‘Behind the Beat’ with Olyphant drummer and teacher Chris Langan 59:39

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In Episode 16, we sit down with Chris Langan, the drummer for LondonForce, Dani-elle, Grant Williams, Tribes, and other local bands as well as a drum teacher and the host of “Behind the Beat” on YouTube.After an improvised drumming demonstration, we drink some White Lightning by Full Pint Brewing Company in Pittsburgh courtesy of our new sponsor, B…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 15 - Nightlife, BeatTeks, and the music scene with DJ Hersh 1:00:21

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In Episode 15, Rich and Brittany are both out of town this week, leaving Johnny in charge to talk to his longtime friend Frank Hershberger, better known as DJ Hersh, who was named DJ/Electronic Act of the Year in the 2014 Steamtown Music Awards.After thumb wrestling to determine who will have to drink a Zima after the awful ‘90s malt beverage recen…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 14 - The music and friendships of Scranton metal band Behind the Grey 1:10:05

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In Episode 14, we sit down with all five members of Scranton metal band Behind the Grey, who won Album of the Year in the 2016 Steamtown Music Awards.We discuss their musical origins and how they’ve developed into their current incarnation; lineup changes, long friendships, and each member’s contributions to the band; the music business and the imp…

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NEPA Scene Podcast Episode 13 - Scranton theatre goes global with Conor O'Brien and Simone Daniel 1:14:31

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In Episode 13, we sit down with award-winning actors, writers, and New Vintage Ensemble members Conor O'Brien and Simone Daniel from Scranton.We talk about their darkly funny original play, "The Darling Core," coming to The Cooperage Project in Honesdale and 59E59 Theaters in New York City before going overseas to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in S…

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