Best Basketcase Podcasts (2024)

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EP 87. A Momentary Lapse of Talent 27:56

2d ago27:56

27:56

Join us as we delve into the transformative year of 1987 in this episode of The New Dad Rock. We'll explore the iconic albums and unforgettable moments that defined the music scene. From U2’s monumental The Joshua Tree to INXS’s Kick and The Cure’s Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, this year was a watershed moment for rock and pop. We'll reminisce about w…

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EP 86. Looking For a Heartbeat 25:05

14d ago25:05

25:05

Join us on this musical journey back to 1986, where the year in music was as diverse and dynamic as ever. From Don Johnson's surprising foray into music with his album Heartbeat to the rising star of Shaboozey, and the electrifying sounds of Mdou Moctar, we've got it all covered. We delve into the era when metal got a major overhaul with iconic alb…

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EP 85. A Brian, an Athlete, a Basketcase, a Princess and a Criminal 29:28

21d ago29:28

29:28

In this nostalgic dive into 1985, we are joined by special guest Brian Reiss, who you might remember from Episode 14, Van Halen vs. Van Hagar. Together, we explore a year where movie soundtracks spawned hits, metal got more extreme, thrash took over, and flea markets took over rollerskating rinks. Singles and solo artists dominated the airwaves, wi…

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Season 5, Episode 6 - Walking Away 1:14:04

1M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! We are running out of cast members! This week, the couch sessions continue, we say goodbye to Matt and Stassy, Leanne relives result day trauma, and Jane finds a new favourite character in Magda. Want to get straight to us talking about the show? Start at 23:45 Find us on In…

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EP 84. Relax, Don't Do It! 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

In Episode 84 of The New Dad Rock, Steve and Keith dive into the eclectic musical landscape of 1984, a year that saw the rise of both heavy metal and synth-pop, along with the emergence of future indie rock legends. They kick things off with a discussion about the latest music from bands like 21 Pilots, Imagine Dragons, Arab Strap, Oranssi Pazuzu, …

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EP 83. Bang Your Head 27:23

2M ago27:23

27:23

In Episode 83 of The New Dad Rock, Keith and Steve transport listeners back to the dynamic musical landscape of 1983, a year that saw the rise of metal, the advent of iconic pop, and the beginnings of alternative rock. They dive into the headbanging world of Iron Maiden's "Piece of Mind" and Quiet Riot's chart-topping "Metal Health," which drove me…

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Season 5, Episode 5 - Working for the Man 1:04:48

2M ago1:04:48

1:04:48

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Too much change for us - Bolton has been brutally cut from the credits, the Bordinos are leaving, Leo Fine is back and we have a new character. Also, fake cameras and oh no, Stassy and Matt round 2. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High? Send us an em…

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EP 82. I've Got Pac-Man Fever 27:14

2M ago27:14

27:14

In this thrilling episode of The New Dad Rock, Keith and Steve travel back to 1982, a year marked by eclectic musical milestones and cultural shifts. The iconic musical "Cats" begins its 18-year run on Broadway, becoming a defining cultural moment of the decade. Meanwhile, the end of the 70s is marked by ABBA's final original single "Under Attack,"…

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Season 5, Episode 4 - Fight for your Right 1:09:16

3M ago1:09:16

1:09:16

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! School's out and it's time to party! Unless the school takes your party fund and buys computers. We discuss new characters, Bolton's beach bash and awkward formal stories. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High? Send us an email to read out on the show…

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Jory Reid / Disc Golf Basket Case 1:29:18

3M ago1:29:18

1:29:18

Jory Reid from Jory’s Fly Dyes is done—he announced in March 2024 his intention to complete his FINAL 100 dyes, before closing his accounts and stepping away. We sat down to chronicle what he’s leaving behind, to help the next generation of disc dyers (and their clients) interact more positively and create more meaningfully. If you're interested in…

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EP 81. Believe It or Not I'm Walking on Air 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

1981 - A Year of Musical Transformations Join Keith and Steve in this electrifying episode of The New Dad Rock as they travel back to 1981, a year that saw monumental shifts and unforgettable moments in the music world. Here’s what’s in store: Petitioning for Justice: The hosts kick off the episode with a heartfelt petition to restore the Tony Awar…

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Season 5, Episode 3 - My Boyfriend's Back 39:32

3M ago39:32

39:32

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! It's the first day of exams, and Con has defied citizenship and marriage laws! We discuss Hartley being in its own time-space continuum, the power of crystals, and the fact that Ronnie is running the school single-handedly. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heart…

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EP 80. We Don't Need No Education 22:02

3M ago22:02

22:02

The New Dad Rock is back, and this time, we're diving headfirst into the vibrant soundscape of the 1980s. After a brief hiatus, Keith and Steve return to catch up on everything from the recent ski season to the latest music discoveries. In this much-anticipated return, the dads share their thoughts on the books they've devoured, including Thurston …

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Season 5, Episode 2 - Basketcase 50:42

3M ago50:42

50:42

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! As teachers, we're used to exam stress, but Charlie takes it up a level. We also ponder lava lamps as study aides, consider minesweeper as a good break strategy, and wonder how much caffeine Charlie's heart can take. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak H…

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Season 5, Episode 1 - Hanging on the Telephone 1:16:57

4M ago1:16:57

1:16:57

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! We're back! And snarkier than ever! We welcome back Gary and say bye to him and Dyson, get concerned about the building standards of footpaths in Hartley, wonder why Ronnie is setting up computers in a burnt out shell, and judge Stassy's poetry. Want to have your say about t…

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Season 4, Episode 28 - Season Four Awards 35:16

6M ago35:16

35:16

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! This week, we recap all the fabulousness that was season four. We discuss your (and our) votes for best couple, fave storylines, and a few bonus categories. And we try to figure out if there are any teachers left to even vote for! We'll be posting scenes for the next few wee…

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Season 4 Cold Opens 10:16

7M ago10:16

10:16

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! It's ten minutes of the absolute crazy we put at the start of the video! Vote in our end of season awards! Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High? Send us an email to read out on the show about your favourite parts of this season: snarkbreakhigh@gmail.…

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Mindfulness / Immersive 42:54

7M ago42:54

42:54

Mindfulness Special! Keep score without tanking your mental game, bounce back after a bad first round without rage quitting, and increase your brain body connection. Listener Sends: Brooks Mischel + Andrew Ahrendt, Ph.D. This is a Basket Case first! Andrew, an actual, professional clinical and sports psychologist gives his input on how mindfulness …

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Brent Purple Oliver / Disc Golf Mindfulness Coach 37:31

7M ago37:31

37:31

Our first interview with a mental game professional! Purple is a disc golf mindfulness coach who's worked with the likes of Kona Panis. Hear his process, learn more about mindfulness, and how it can increase your enjoyment of the game, and decrease the suffering surrounding it. Connect with Purple on his website, instagram, or twitter. If you're in…

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Season 4, Episode 26 - Sabotage 1:14:22

7M ago1:14:22

1:14:22

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! We're back! And Danni's gone (in the briefest send off ever)! We discuss the best muck up day ideas, Charlie's horrendous idea, and why teenagers shouldn't be left alone to organise activities Vote in our end of season awards! Want to have your say about the happenings on He…

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Ron Converse Jr. / Immersive 24:02

7M ago24:02

24:02

Is young & fearless better than seasoned & safe? Optimize risk for better course management and adapt to a changing game. MERCH!! If you're interested in advertising on the show, or want to become a Fanatic for bonus content and ad-free bonus episodes, visit our Patreon. SOURCES: Prelude quote is from John Wooden, Legendary American Basketball Coac…

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Ron Converse Jr. / Disc Golf Basket Case 30:23

8M ago30:23

30:23

3X World Champ who faced down legends like Ken Climo—becoming 1,000 rated at 39, then MAINTAINED that rating for 20+ years. His game has adapted but his ESSENTIAL 4-part fieldwork routine remained constant. Connect with RonCon on Instagram @conversejr If you're interested in advertising on the show, or want to become a Fanatic for bonus content or …

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Chantel Budinsky / Immersive 26:40

8M ago26:40

26:40

Chantel's Immersive covers how to emotionally recover from poor outcomes and enjoy the game. Plus listener send from Phoenix FPO player Sarah Isaac telling a story of an opponent playing mind games. MERCH!! If you're interested in advertising on the show, or want to become a Fanatic for bonus content and ad-free bonus episodes, visit our Patreon. S…

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Season 4, Episode 25b - Runaway Part 2 (ft Sebastian Goldspink) 1:01:39

8M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! We continue chatting with Sebastian Goldspink, asking him ridiculous questions about the prop master, discuss the income of cults, and how Kat has suddenly become awesome. This is the second of a two part episode. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High…

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Chantel Budinsky / Disc Golf Basket Case 30:43

8M ago30:43

30:43

Chantel (Miss Frisbees) was a basket case this season with her confidence. Hear how she's grown from camera nerves at her first amateur worlds to taking down her very first DGPT win in 2023. Connect with Chantel on Instagram @missfrisbees, Youtube or stop by her website. If you're interested in advertising on the show, or want to become a Fanatic f…

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Season 4, Episode 25a - Runaway (ft Sebastian Goldspink) 55:56

9M ago55:56

55:56

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! It's Charlie! This week we are joined by Sebastian Goldspink, to discuss Charlie being very Naive, Ada Nicodemou's favourite film, and the legend that is Nico. This is episode one of two parts. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High? Send us an email t…

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Paul Ulibarri / Immersive 24:14

9M ago24:14

24:14

In Uli's Immersive, we’ll take a deep dive into early life traumas in high-performing athletes and how it impacts performance and it's connection to flow states. PLUS, an exclusive listener send from Pete Ulibarri telling his stories of Paul growing up, and his own mental game stories and strategies. MERCH!! If you're interested in advertising on t…

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EP 79. Escaping the 1970s 25:47

9M ago25:47

25:47

In our final episode of the 1970s we begin by acknowledging some "new" music from The Beatles and an upstart band that goes by the name of The Rolling Stones. Any discussion of 1979 must begin by acknowledging Disco Demolition night. Top artists like Donna Summer were still topping the charts, but was Disco already dead? Keith takes one for the tea…

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Paul Ulibarri / Disc Golf Basket Case 47:17

9M ago47:17

47:17

Uli was a basket case this season trying to square injury with his confidence and high expectations to win. Hear tips from his sports psychology coaching with legend Bob Rotella, and his theory on childhood traumas and flow states. Connect with Paul on Instagram @1uli, or stop by his Discraft page. If you're interested in advertising on the show, o…

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Season 4, Episode 24 - Let's Go Bowling 1:06:25

9M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Everyone shut up - Michael Caton's here! We discuss Bolton's Uncle Barney, Declan starting his villain era, and Leanne vs Jane in who's worse: Stassy or Kat? Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High? Send us an email to read out on the show about your fa…

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EP 78. Did the Village People Play at CBGBs? 24:55

9M ago24:55

24:55

Get ready to embark on a sonic journey through the influential year of 1978 with "The New Dad Rock." Join your guides, Keith and Steve, as they dive into the diverse sounds that defined the musical landscape of '78, from rock anthems to the infectious beats of disco that swept the nation. In this episode, Keith and Steve celebrate the timeless clas…

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Season 4, Episode 23 - Poetic Justice 1:16:53

10M ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Roses are red, violets are cool, adults shouldn't become students next to teenagers at school! This week, we discuss the pointlessness of Max not liking orders then driving directly into a school, Bolton's poetry, and the hygiene of passing round nose studs. Want to have you…

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EP 77. Heads Talking '77 26:53

10M ago26:53

26:53

Keith and Steve are back to take you on a groovy time travel to the electric year of 1977 on The New Dad Rock. Join the dynamic duo as they explore the sonic landscape of a year that rocked, rebelled, and danced its way into the history books. In the heart of the '70s, 1977 was a monumental year in the world of music, and the hosts are here to guid…

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EP 76. Bicentennials Are for Modern Lovers 23:22

10M ago23:22

23:22

In the heart of America's Bicentennial celebration, 1976 marked a pivotal year in the world of music. On this thrilling episode of The New Dad Rock, Keith and Steve transport you back to the sonic wonderland of '76, where the clash of classic rock and emerging genres created an unforgettable musical landscape. While traditional classic rock acts co…

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Season 4, Episode 22 - London Calling 1:18:42

10M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! It's official, Matt is our new favourite character. We basically watched the punching scene over and over, continue to declare Danni the biggest mouth at Hartley, and feel bad for Charlie who only has the ferals to hang out with. Find us on Instagram @snarkbreakhigh Logo Art…

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EP 75. 1975, Not The 1975 23:05

10M ago23:05

23:05

In this groovy episode The New Dad Rock explores the timeless music of 1975, a year that marked the pinnacle of classic rock and hinted at exciting new directions. 1975 was the classic rockest of all classic rock years. The genre had shed its rough edges, polished its sound to a glossy shine, and delivered some of the most iconic albums in rock his…

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EP 66. Buried in a Pet Cemetery 26:30

10M ago26:30

26:30

Welcome to a spine-tingling, eerie, and spooktacular Halloween special of The New Dad Rock podcast! Hosted by Keith and Steve, this episode is all about the art of crafting the perfect Halloween playlist for your ghoulish gathering. Dive into a world of macabre melodies, sinister classics, and haunting harmonies as Steve shares his insights on crea…

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Season 4, Episode 21 - Apocalypse Please 1:03:17

10M ago1:03:17

1:03:17

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Okay, so Stassy is starting a cult, and taking Bolton with her. We get Ronnie's review of Allie's book, find out Tom is becoming Dyson's favourite, and continue to get disturbed about the fact that we are liking this version of Matt. Want to have your say about the happening…

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EP 74. Krautrock Uber Alles 23:49

11M ago23:49

23:49

Krautrock above all! Join Keith and Steve as they journey back to the musical landscape of 1974, a year that saw the birth of iconic albums and the peak of a groundbreaking genre known as Krautrock. But before that, learn how Usher inspired the Afghan Whigs to reform in 2013 Krautrock's experimental spirit left an indelible mark on the world of mus…

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EP 73. Birth of a Queen 24:52

11M ago24:52

24:52

"I'm 50 and I Can Kick and Stretch" Join Keith and Steve in this milestone episode as Keith celebrates his 50th birthday with a pool party that screams '70s nostalgia. But the party doesn't stop there; the duo takes you on a musical time warp back to 1973, a year that birthed some of the most iconic albums and bands in rock history. From Pink Floyd…

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Season 4, Episode 20 - Vogue 1:08:08

11M ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Bolton or Stassy - you decide who's the better model. Also, we catch up with Declan's 'old friend' Lara, admire Charlie's glow up, and find we are starting to like Matt. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbreak High, or just ask us a random question so we get…

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EP 72. Glam Rockers in Space 23:52

11M ago23:52

23:52

Get ready for a far-out episode that's guaranteed to leave you with stardust in your eyes and a killer soundtrack for your next space adventure! In this intergalactic installment of "The New Dad Rock," Keith and Steve embark on a cosmic journey through the glittering cosmos of Glam Rock as they explore the genesis of space rock in the era between t…

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EP 70. From King Gizzard to the Lizard King 26:58

11M ago26:58

26:58

Join The New Dad Rock for an epic journey back in time as they delve into the unforgettable music of 1970 - the year that laid the foundation for what would become "The New Dad Rock." In this nostalgic episode, Keith and Steve explore the iconic sounds of legends like Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles, The Velvet Underground, The Grateful Dead, The Doors, …

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Season 4, Episode 19 - Moneytalks 1:00:55

11M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! So Rocco is back and he brought his dimples! He also brought Leo Fine and money problems. We discuss Helen's dismissal of Matt in the house, Kat's avoidance of Charlie, and the absolute desecration of Declan's reputation. Want to have your say about the happenings on Heartbr…

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EP 70. Rebirth of Cool 25:05

12M ago25:05

25:05

After a much-anticipated hiatus, The Dads are back in action and ready to rock the podcast world! But that's not all – they're shaking things up with a fresh rebranding twist and some high-tech AI assistance. Join the dynamic duo, Steve and Keith-bot, as they embark on an exciting new chapter of The New Dad Rock. In this lively episode, they dive i…

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Season 4, Episode 18 - The Distance 52:19

12M ago52:19

52:19

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Guys, it's happening, we are getting an extra curricular activity that has continued over more than one episode!!!! We watch Charlie make very stupid choices, Jane gets suspicious of Stassy's interest in supporting Matt and we try and figure out how publishing timelines work…

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Season 4, Episode 17 - Bright Future in Sales 1:09:37

1y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Since when can teachers make students do compulsory assignments after school at the Shark Pool? We enjoy Bolton's communing with rocks, get annoyed by Kat being ridiculous, and are surprised by Allie's sudden interest in fashion. Want to have your say about the happenings on…

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Season 4, Episode 16 - Digital Love 1:11:35

1y ago1:11:35

1:11:35

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Okay, did schools in 1996 actually make students pay their internet bills? We discuss the arrival of Charlie, our first catfish of the season, Danni's apparently close relationship with her neighbours that never existed before, Bolton actually mentioning his relationship a w…

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Season 4, Episode 15 - Cherry Pie 1:12:05

1y ago1:12:05

1:12:05

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Jane is suspicious about the new teacher. Simon Baker (Denny) has arrived, and he is giving her real Sam Robinson vibes. We discuss food pranking, the early years of catfishing with Katerina, and Dyson taking on the patriarchy Want to have your say about the happenings on He…

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Season 4, Episode 14 - Free Your Mind 58:24

1y ago58:24

58:24

Feel free to send us a text message - Questions, comments, your own snark! Okay, so we're still tense from how uncomfortable it was to watch this episode. Bolton gets a girlfriend... and she's gone. Allie gets increasingly paranoid, Katerina stays pretty unproblematic, and an '...and everybody clapped' classroom scene that could have been a r/thath…

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