Best The Fader Podcasts (2024)

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Songs of the Summer, Day Five: Honorable Mentions & The Overall Winner 41:08

14h ago41:08

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Alex Robert Ross is joined by Cady Siregar, Raphael Helfand, and Sandra Song for a run through the songs that didn't make the bracket but couldn't be ignored, before Vivian Medithi, Jordan Darville, and David Renshaw rejoin the pod to hammer out the winner of our Final Four. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Songs of the Summer, Day Four: Brat 34:19

3h ago34:19

34:19

We pick the last of our Final Four from the Brat Regional, the quadrant dedicated to the runaway trend of the past few months: bright green, self-confident, totally unbothered. Charli XCX started it, but it doesn’t have to be pop music — it’s a state of mind more than a sound. Alex Robert Ross is joined by Brat experts Sandra Song, Hannah Sung, and…

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Songs of the Summer, Day Three: Touch Grass 30:26

1h ago30:26

30:26

Today we look at the Touch Grass regional. This is warm weather music, the tracks that should be drifting out of Bluetooth speakers in a park at 6 p.m. Alex Robert Ross is joined by Raphael Helfand and Jordan Darville to make the case for songs by Ravyn Lenae & Ty Dolla $ign, Quavo & Lana Del Rey, Amaarae, and more. Learn more about your ad choices…

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Songs of the Summer, Day Two: Slacker 31:07

9h ago31:07

31:07

With one song already in the Final Four, we take on the Slacker Regional. This is your soundtrack for waking up at noon, throwing on a shirt you haven’t washed in two weeks, and avoiding getting a summer job. Alex Robert Ross, Cady Siregar, David Renshaw, and Hannah Sung break down tracks from MJ Lenderman, Peggy Gou, and Porter Robinson. We also p…

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Songs of the Summer, Day One: Main Stage 36:09

1d ago36:09

36:09

On the first day of The FADER's Songs of the Summer Week, presented by Splice, we look at the Main Stage corner of the bracket — the songs you couldn't avoid this year, whether you liked it or not. We look at Chappell Roan's rise, Kendrick Lamar's devastating blows to Drake, and Asake and Central Cee's algorithm-busing collaboration. Learn more abo…

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John Jesenky and Sarah Fader Crack The Inspector Gadget Code 47:25

1M ago47:25

47:25

Composer John Jesensky and I talk about music, Inspector Gadget, Thomas Newman, piano, and more!Composer/conductor JOHN JESENSKY earned his B.M. in Music Composition from the HarttSchool of Music under the tutelage of composer Stephen Gryc, as well as leading wind ensembleconductor Glen Adsit. John was awarded his M.M. in Film Composition from New …

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Episode 14 | Great TV Theme Songs 23:13

10M ago23:13

23:13

Vibe with us on the "funnest" episode yet, where we break down the illest TV show theme songs ever! We're spilling the tea on the tunes that became instant bops and shaped our small screen obsessions. From iconic beats that set the mood to tracks that turned TV into a full-on experience, join the conversation as we sing about the cultural and lasti…

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A. Savage 34:17

10M ago34:17

34:17

A. Savage sits down with The FADER's Alex Robert Ross to discuss his recent move to Paris, the struggle of making art in New York, the challenge of writing timeless music, and his new solo album Several Songs About Fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Episode 13 | DAW WARS 21:54

11M ago21:54

21:54

In this electrifying podcast episode, we dive into the epic battleground of DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations) used by music producers worldwide. As the music production landscape evolves, so do the fervent and savage defenders of their chosen DAWs. Join us as we explore the relentless loyalty and passion of users for software like Ableton Live, Log…

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Armand Hammer 38:33

11M ago38:33

38:33

billy woods and E L U C I D of Armand Hammer join Alex Robert Ross to talk about their new album We Buy Diabetic Test Strips, process, and legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Episode 12 | OLIVIER ANTHONY, POPULAR SONGS + UNPOPULAR LYRICS 1:00:48

11M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

In a world where music is the soundtrack of our lives, we often find ourselves grooving to the beat of songs with lyrics that challenge our morals and beliefs. Join Post Fader on this thought-provoking conversation through the world of popular music as we explore the captivating allure of controversial lyrics. From Oliver Anthony to Jazmine Sulliva…

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Episode 11 | DO YOU NEED TRAUMA TO WRITE GREAT SONGS??? 27:12

11M ago27:12

27:12

We collectively have thousands of projects with writers and producers and thousands of hours of experience writing with so many different types of songwriters and artists. But do the greats NEED trauma to write great music? In this emotionally charged episode, we delve deep into the enigmatic relationship between trauma and songwriting. Clef, Jordy…

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James Blake 27:59

12M ago27:59

27:59

James Blake sits down with The FADER's Arielle Lana LeJarde for a conversation about the differences between DJs and comedians, the recipe for a good dance party, and the problem with parasocial relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Speedy Ortiz 39:38

1y ago39:38

39:38

Speedy Ortiz’s Sadie Dupuis tells The FADER’s Walden Green about the books, musical partnerships, life changes, and premium TV actresses that helped shape the final form of her band’s new album, ‘Rabbit Rabbit.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Jaboukie 40:31

1y ago40:31

40:31

Comedian cum rapper-producer Jaboukie Young-White tells The FADER’s David Renshaw what he wants to explore through his music, sheds light on his influences, opens up about the trepidation he felt making a record in the first place, and discusses the similarities between music and stand-up comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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Never Give Your Real Name to a Pizza Place With Daniel Aegan 46:21

1y ago46:21

46:21

Join me and my guest author Daniel Aegan as we discuss the downfall of the artist formerly known as Twitter and how to steal a pizza. Daniel is a dark humorist, writer and tarot reader. Find him at www.danielaegan.comBy Sarah Fader

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Mick Jenkins 35:07

1y ago35:07

35:07

Mick Jenkins tells FADER contributor Dylan Green about leaving his old label, the true meaning of independence, the state of hip-hop in its 50th year, and how his new album, ‘The Patience,’ defines the next chapter of his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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The Connector's Advantage With Michelle Tillis Lederman 31:46

1y ago31:46

31:46

In this episode, Michelle Tillis Lederman talks about her book, The Connector's Advantage. What does it mean to have a mindset of abundance? How can one be conscientious and maintain fulfilling relationships? Learn how being generous is good for you and the person who receives your gifts. Here's more about Michelle:Michelle is an accomplished speak…

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Injury Reserve/By Storm 39:47

1y ago39:47

39:47

Nathaniel Ritchie and Parker Corey join The FADER’s David Renshaw to discuss the metaphorical passing of the torch from Injury Reserve to By Storm, expand on the process of making their new music, and look back at the previous decade of their work together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Angry Noodle With Bryanna Gary 37:58

1y ago37:58

37:58

Join me as I talk with the lovely Bryanna Gary, creator of The Angry Noodle blog! Bryanna is a neurospicy rockstar who creates "silly little guys." She's a streamer, gamer and a badass. She is an alumna of NYU's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where I also went. We love Bryanna, who also goes by Brie or Brioche. Here's more about The Angry…

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Bambii 40:24

1y ago40:24

40:24

Bambii tells The FADER’s Jordan Darville about how DJing informed her music, gatekeeping in electronic music, and the pleasure of showing the world stylistic connections that are too often overlooked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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John Wilson 30:11

1y ago30:11

30:11

Documentary filmmaker John Wilson joins The FADER’s David Renshaw to discuss the third and final season of his HBO series How To, premiering this Friday on Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Life After Death - Surviving Suicide With RIchard Brockman MD 55:07

1y ago55:07

55:07

Richard Brockman MD lost his mother to suicide when he was only 7 years old. Since that day he has been trying to put the pieces of his life back together. In his book Life After Death - Surviving Suicide, Dr. Brockman describes his journey of loss and healing. Richard Brockman, MD, is a clinical professor in the department of psychiatry at Columbi…

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Paris Texas 31:53

1y ago31:53

31:53

A few days before the release of their new album Mid Air, hip-hop duo Paris Texas talk to FADER contributor Dylan Green about movies, how every Paris Texas project is a timestamp, the pros and cons of the pop-punk revival, artist vs. listener perceptions of their music, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Sexy ADHD Talk With August McLaughlin 1:10:27

1y ago1:10:27

1:10:27

Join me and August McLaughlin, as we talk about ADHD things and the Adderall shortage! I love August because we have such similar brains. She talks freely about female sexuality at Girl Boner Radio and she's an amazing writer. Also, we ran around without shirts and our parents told us that wasn't okay. Here's more about the lovely August:August is …

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Goonies, Podcasting and Anxiety With Casey Ryan 44:37

1y ago44:37

44:37

Canadian podcaster, Casey Ryan, is a movie savant. I tried to stump him by finding movies he hadn't seen, but alas I failed. Until next time, Ryan. Casey and I talk about movies his podcast On The Cutting Room Floor, anxiety and much much more.By Sarah Fader

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Have You Seen a Ghost? With Jennifer Maddox-Byrd 25:07

1y ago25:07

25:07

Ghosting can be painful. When you're ghosted, you don't know why the person stopped talking to you. Whether you're the ghoster or the ghostee, this phenomenon impacts us. Jennifer Maddox-Byrd, LCSW and I sit down to talk about the concept of cutting someone out of your life.By Sarah Fader

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Talking AI With an IT Guy With Charles Maddox-Byrd 25:32

1y ago25:32

25:32

Charles Maddox-Byrd is an IT professional with over a decade of experience in the field. He is certified in AWS Solutions and has a CompTIA Security Plus. He is an AI enthusiast and is here to tell us what the cool robots are up to these days.By Sarah Fader

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Alaska Reid 36:52

1y ago36:52

36:52

In advance of her album ‘Disenchantment,’ Alaska Reid talks to The FADER’s Walden Green about the pains of growing up, the poetry of Ray Young Bear, and pushing beyond her creative safe zone to end up somewhere thrilling and new. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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ANOHNI 30:33

1y ago30:33

30:33

In advance of her gorgeous new album, ‘My Back Was a Bridge For You To Cross,’ multimedia artist and activist ANOHNI discusses motherhood, volcanoes, and the false dichotomy between darkness and light with The FADER’s Raphael Helfand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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The Metalcore-Loving News Anchor With Reed Gregory 30:08

1y ago30:08

30:08

Join me as I sit down with Reed Gregory, the metalcore-loving journalist. I found Reed on TikTok, where he shares his love for Motionless in White, I Prevail and many other badass bands. He shares fun transition videos where he transforms from a fun tattooed dude to a professional anchor using different post-hardcore songs. In this episode we talk …

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Lucinda Williams 31:19

1y ago31:19

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In advance of her new album, ‘Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart,’ rock-country icon Lucinda Williams talks to FADER contributor Holly Devon, reflecting on her career and describing music as her one true love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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RXKNephew & DJ Rude One 30:03

1y ago30:03

30:03

The Rochester rap phenom and celebrated Brooklyn-via-Chicago producer join The FADER’s Timmhotep Aku to discuss the unexpected creative partnership that led to their new joint album, ‘The ONEderful Nephew.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Bitches Be Podcasting 33:31

1y ago33:31

33:31

Join me as I have a lovely conversation with Mel B. and Jackie D. Owners of BDA Publishing, and hosts of Read, Watch, or DNF, and DNF Happy Hour podcasts! We discuss The Yellow Wallpaper, Xennials, ADHD, books and much much more!Mel B. here, the CEO (whatever that means). I’m a workaholic who enjoys naps, books, and cows. I was born in NYC, and now…

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Coach Shanita Inspires Us to Be Victorious With Shanita Liu 30:37

1y ago30:37

30:37

Coach Shanita (Shanita Liu) is truly a magical person. She's a mother and life transformer. Join me as ai sit down with her and talk about how she empowers women to be their authentic selves Shanita Liu, MPA, CPC is a mom of three warriors, veteran spouse, salsa dancer, and Fulbright Scholar. She created Coach Shanita, Inc. so that she could use he…

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Heartache and Blink182 With Image Intent 37:39

1y ago37:39

37:39

Join me as I talk with the Image Intent bois (Brandon Shay, Omar Estrada and Alejandro Gomez) about the meaning behind their song "Heartache." Some might say that the song goes through the five stages of grief. Unrelated - I got tickets to see Blink 182 in Austin and I found an old book about them in my dad's apartment in Brooklyn. Listen up to hea…

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Growth Molecules With Emilia D'Anzica 28:42

1y ago28:42

28:42

Join me as I talk with Emilia D'Anzica, Founder and Managing Director of Growth Molecules. We discuss women in tech, mental health issues in the customer success industry, work/life balance (as if there is one when you're a mom), and more!Emilia M. D’Anzica is the Founder and Managing Director of Growth Molecules, a management consulting firm focus…

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Reframing the Snow Queen With Jocelyn Davis 38:24

1y ago38:24

38:24

Join me as I sit down with Jocelyn Davis, author of many books on leadership including her latest, Insubordinate where she dissects 12 female business archetypes and reframes them. A self-identified snow queen, Jocelyn is cool, collected and brilliant. Here's more about her:Jocelyn Davis is an internationally known author and speaker and the former…

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11 Laws of Likability With Michelle Tillis Lederman 28:42

1y ago28:42

28:42

Michelle Tillis Lederman is a people expert who inspires organizations and individuals to build real relationships and get real results. Having worked with organizations large and small, she’s identified the common struggle… it’s people challenges. Michelle began her journey to training and speaking when she became disheartened by the lack of leade…

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Jayda G 33:01

1y ago33:01

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In conversation with The FADER’s Arielle Lana LeJarde, Jayda G discusses the difference between observing crowds and observing animals, tips on curating the perfect DJ set, and how learning about her family has taught her about herself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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Hydrosurfing With Arctiva and Vic Peroni 22:27

1y ago22:27

22:27

Join me as I sit down with Vic Peroni, COO of Arctiva, a natural skincare company. Here's more about Arctiva:Their products have: clinically proven ingredients• Key vitamins, botanicals, and essential oils• Free of steroids, fragrance, sulfates, and parabens• No testing on animalsEnhanced with HYDROSURF™Arctiva is the only product line on the marke…

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Heart, Soul and Pen With Robin Finn 31:32

1y ago31:32

31:32

Join me as I sit down with Robin Finn, writer, teacher and creator of the Heart, Soul, Pen.,® writer's workshop. Robin is a mother of special needs kids and knows the challenges of parenting neurodivergent children. About Robin Finn:Robin Finn, MA, MPH, is an award-winning writer, teacher, and coach, and the founder and creator of Heart. Soul. Pen.…

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He'll Be Waiting in The Perfect Neighborhood With Liz Alterman Podcast 30:24

1y ago30:24

30:24

Join me as I have a fun conversation with author, Liz Alterman about her YA suspense novel He'll Be Waiting and all her amazing projects. Liz is a powerhouse Aries writer, mama and cat lover. Liz Alterman is the author of a domestic suspense novel, The Perfect Neighborhood, a young adult thriller, He’ll Be Waiting, and a memoir, SadSacked. Her work…

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Mansplainers and a Not-So-Nice Jewish Girl From Brooklyn With Aliza Worthington 41:57

1y ago41:57

41:57

Join me as I interview the brutally honest, funny, and talented Aliza Worthington. Her first name is pronounced Uh-lee-zuh, which rhymes with the leaning tower of Pisa. Don't you forget it, either...like I did. We discuss mansplainers, old school blogging, BlogHer, New York and more!"Accountability journalism, advocacy for marginalized folks, harmr…

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OCD and Dating With James Gummer 33:29

1y ago33:29

33:29

In this episode, James Gummer and I talk about how OCD impacts our romantic relationships among other things. It's hard when the grocery store doesn't have that specific brand of vegan sausage that you want and you have to stand there for 45 minutes trying to figure out what to do!James Gummer has no idea what’s going on and is learning to be okay …

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Episode 10 | GREAT MUSIC PRODUCTION IS ... 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

50:24

What is great music production? What makes a great music producer? How do you start? Where should you focus? Do you have to know music pedagogy? An in-depth discussion of the many different styles of music production including the good, the bad and even the annoyingly cliche ones. We'll discuss a few of our favorites producers as well.…

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Protomartyr 43:03

1+ y ago43:03

43:03

In advance of Protomartyr’s sixth album, ‘Formal Growth in the Desert,’ frontman and lyricist Joe Casey joined The FADER’s Raphael Helfand to discuss wild tigers, the Detroit Tigers, love, late capitalism, stage fright, weak ankles, and grief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 9 | I ALMOST QUIT MUSIC WHEN ... 48:36

1+ y ago48:36

48:36

It hasn't always been candy and roses. And sometimes we've come very close to giving it all up; music that is. Our personal experiences are shared for the first time about how we almost gave up our life-long dreams and aspirations because of traumatic events.By Blackstock Music Group

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Arlo Parks 38:03

1+ y ago38:03

38:03

The FADER’s David Renshaw catches up with Arlo Parks to discuss the many ways her life has changed since Collapsed In Sunbeams, the movies that helped inspire her new album My Soft Machine, and avoiding burnout on tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The FADER

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The Image/Intent Boys Talk Music and Jelly Donuts 34:46

1+ y ago34:46

34:46

The boys from SLC metalcore band Image/Intent join me to talk music and donuts! Secrets are revealed as well as embarrassing nicknames!Omar Estrada (vocalist), Alejandro Gomez (guitar) and Jake Burgess (drums) are hilarious and talented AND have an upcoming show in Orem, Utah on Friday 5/26/23. Tickets are available at https://www.theboardwalksound…

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