Best Blaggards Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 300: Gobbledy Girl 41:25

1h ago41:25

41:25

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mdtzBXwrGIg Episode 300 was recorded over this past weekend when we played two days at STEAMPUNK NOVEMBER, a festival in Venus, Texas, just south of Dallas-Fort Worth. We talk about the importance of set lists, what makes a good one, and when they should be changed on the fly. Interspersed throughout …

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Episode 299: The Next Tier of Slappage 27:05

7d ago27:05

27:05

Episode 299 was recorded on the way to Whispering Grove Faire in Kirbyville. We mostly talk about Halloween, and share stories from Halloweens past. ALSO: we have news about IRELAND TOUR 2025... full itinerary should be coming sometime this week. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:54 — Halloween stories 00:21:35 — Ireland 2025 news Show dates Blaggards.com Fac…

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Episode 298: Irish Music Being Tased 28:56

14d ago28:56

28:56

Episode 298 was recorded at Sweet Eugene's House of Java in College Station, shortly after we did our live tv spot at KBTX in Bryan. Highlights from our interview with Alex Egan at KBTX are included here, along with our performance of "PLFM" at the end of the episode. We also talk about things that "trigger" us (or at least piss us off), as well wh…

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Episode 297: The Turbo Tango 21:03

21d ago21:03

21:03

SlapperCast Episode 297: "The Turbo Tango" This episode was recorded Monday evening, with topics ranging from what cell phones do to our brains to our excitement about the (nearly completed) newly remodeled recording studio at Patrick's house in Huntsville. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twi…

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Episode 296: Slap in, Slap on 17:13

28d ago17:13

17:13

SlapperCast Episode 296: "Slap in, Slap on" Here's another one recorded in bits, with Chad driving home from our gig in Huntsville, Patrick on vacation, and Turbo on his back patio at home. This week, Patrick gave us these questions: What's the BIGGEST drawback of being in a band Pick one thing you'd change about yourself Name an olympic sport you …

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Episode 295: Mexterisk 18:21

1M ago18:21

18:21

SlapperCast Episode 295: "Mexterisk" This one was recorded in bits this past weekend as we drove to and from our gigs. Patrick tasked us with answering these questions: Q: Favorite smell Q: Favorite food Q: Favorite exercise Q: Favorite waste of time Q: Do you believe in life after love Chad also tells a story about two cocktail glasses getting sma…

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Episode 294: Imminent Peril 23:10

1M ago23:10

23:10

SlapperCast Episode 294: "Imminent Peril" This one was recorded in the lobby of the Nox Hotel in Galway during our 2024 Ireland tour. We recap the tour, frustrations and triumphs at the shows, the crowd reactions, all the wonderful people we have with us and the people we've met along the way, and Patrick gushes about his recent phone conversations…

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Episode 293: 1-800-CALL-SMALLS 22:35

2M ago22:35

22:35

This is a partial repost of Episode 4, where Patrick talks about what is was like growing up in Ireland, and returniing many years later to perform there with Blaggards. Blaggards in Dublin: Whiskey in the Jar (March 2010): https://youtu.be/g16z5LKb7L8?si=QR12BbuKdWW3x93f Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTu…

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Episode 292: Better Dead Than Red 12:56

2M ago12:56

12:56

SlapperCast Episode 292: "Better Dead Than Red" This one was recorded in bits this past Friday night as we all drove separately to College Station. Main topic in this episode: what advice do we give that we don't follow? Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join B…

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Episode 291: Musicians Don't Get Paid Enough 23:22

2M ago23:22

23:22

SlapperCast Episode 291: Musicians Don't Get Paid Enough We recorded this one shortly after leaving Lake Havasu City where we played a string of three shows over the weekend, two of which were outdoor gigs. One of those was in EXTREME heat conditions, which leads us into a discussion of how musicians really don't get paid enough for the kind of wor…

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Episode 290: Sidetrackable 25:06

2M ago25:06

25:06

This one was recorded in bits, mostly on August 16 as we drove to our gig at Gracie's in Bastrop, TX. Patrick drove separately that day, so he recorded a bit by himself earlier this evening to round this episode out. Topics include why we settled on our chosen instruments, and how our different personalities blend to form a whole band. Had some aud…

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Episode 289: Disarmed Guards 20:31

3M ago20:31

20:31

This was recorded a couple weeks ago as we drove home from Hot Springs, Arkansas, after playing shows there and in Little Rock. The topics iinclude ideal places to live, among other things. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus p…

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Episode 288: SnackerCast 33:34

3M ago33:34

33:34

Episode 288 was recorded during our drive up to Little Rock a couple weeks ago. In this one, we talk mostly about food. Enjoy! Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives.…

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Episode 287: Monkey-Bum Hot 55:26

3M ago55:26

55:26

This one was recorded a couple weeks ago on the road to and from our shows in Beaumont and Brenham with our friend, multi-instrumentalist FRANK SARTAIN. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:12 — Before Beaumont - Paddy, Turbo & Frank 00:07:58 — King for a day, what would you take away 00:11:27 — What habit would you remove 00:19:46 — After Beaumont - Chad 00:23:…

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Episode 286: Jay Day 5.0 1:09:05

3M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

This one was recorded right after leaving the Hoellen residence in Yutan, Nebraska, where we played a show for our friend Jay's 50th birthday bash, "Jay Day". We recap the tour, showering love and praise on our Omaha extended famiily, and eventually wind up talking about food again. Surprise!BUT FIRST we have PART 2 of our in-person conversation wi…

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Episode 285: Sassy Slapper Sunday 46:53

4M ago46:53

46:53

SlapperCast Episode 285: "Sassy Slapper Sunday" You asked for more SassyCast and so it shall be...A week ago Sunday, we joined all the members of the SASSANACHS in Matt Werner's basement pub in Hesston, Kansas, right after we'd all played a really fun show at Emma Creek Barn. This is just PART ONE of a longer discussion. 00:00:00 — VanCast Pt 1 - I…

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Episode 284: Maximum Peril 58:39

4M ago58:39

58:39

Here's a very highly-caffeinated episode, recorded in the van shortly after we hit the road for Weston, Missouri at 10 PM last Thursday night. After that is a brief recap of our second night at O'Malley's in Weston, recorded right after leaving the pub. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter…

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Episode 283: Conjoined Slap 26:31

4M ago26:31

26:31

This week we welcome back our friends THE SASSANACHS (https://sassanachsmusic.com/), who just released four new songs. This is PART TWO of our conversation, this time focusing on musical influences, fantasy gigs and dream gigs. We will playing with them at Emma Creek Barn in Hesston, Kansas on Sunday, July 21: https://blaggards.com/2024/07/blaggard…

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Episode 282: Porky-Pigging It 52:11

4M ago52:11

52:11

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WBIXuhSDqG8 This week we welcome back our friends THE SASSANACHS, who just released four new songs. This is PART ONE of our conversation with them about their new songs and their influences. ALSO we will be playing with them THIS ONE - The Sassanachs https://youtu.be/5_SNKNo9iQA?si=c5rozVDcq6p9nZNk CO…

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Episode 281: The Mighty GENE REID 47:31

4M ago47:31

47:31

Meet our good friend the GENE REID, award-winning songwriter and guitarist. We'll be playing with Gene at Hibernia Irish Tavern in Little Rock on August 9! "The Ghost of Orval Faubus" https://vimeo.com/user197839203 Gene Reid Band on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7padcBRGhbGEihjAOEWjPc Gene Reid Band on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com…

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Episode 280: Film It When You Open It 42:14

5M ago42:14

42:14

This week we talk about pervasive nerddom and why Chad had to start a separate podcast to scratch that itch. Also: Patrick hates selfies, Chad can't remember any song titles, and Turbo gives music listening advice for, shall we say... special occasions. (Video of Patrick's solo show courtesy of Lisa Gabhart Smith) 00:00:00 — Turbo's Waffle House Be…

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Episode 279: My Boyfriend Ate the Car 1:08:09

5M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AuA1mwWYXNc?si=uMQAcxsGyFZSINXQ This one was recorded last week on the porch at Patriick's lake house while we were taking a break from rehearsal. We talk about gigs gone wrong, gigs gone right and other strange tales from the many, many years we've been in this band. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:06:49 — Gigs gone wrong 00…

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Episode 278: Blueberry Jagger 57:45

5M ago57:45

57:45

This week, we continue the conversation we started in Episode 276 about the Greatest Frontman of ALL Time... what does that actually mean? ALSO: stage fright and nervousness before shows. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:05:16 — What makes a great frontman? 00:15:30 — More on working on vocal harmonies 00:20:31 — How important is STAGE BANTER for a front person…

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Episode 277: Raw Kangaroo 46:35

5M ago46:35

46:35

This week we we learn more about our friend, the brilliant FRANK SARTAIN, who has been playing keyboards and trumpet with us for the past few weeks. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes,…

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Episode 276: F★ck the Ability 55:09

6M ago55:09

55:09

Here's one we recorded on May 17 while driving up to Dallas for our show at the Wounded Ostrich, and also a bit on the way back. On the menu this week: What are listening to lately? Is DAVID LEE ROTH the greatest front man of all time? Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become …

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Episode 275: Leg Day 18:59

6M ago18:59

18:59

SlapperCast Episode 275: "Leg Day" A tough question... who's the better band, HORSLIPS or THIN LIZZY? 00:00:00 — Intro 00:01:44 — Horslips or Thin Lizzy? 00:07:58 — Recapping our rehearsal 00:09:09 — Show updates 00:10:57 — Leg day Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Pa…

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Episode 274: Frank the Tank 19:47

6M ago19:47

19:47

SlapperCast Episode 274: "Frank the Tank" This week we introduce you to our friend FRANK SARTAIN, the mysterious special musical guest we've been teasing for the past few weeks. Frank joined us on keyboards and trumpet this past Friday at the Grand Stafford Theater in Bryan and did a GREAT job. Thanks to Greg Fugate, we have footage from the show a…

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Episode 273: Touch the Cloak 20:20

6M ago20:20

20:20

SlapperCast Episode 273: "Touch the Cloak" Patrick and Chad recorded this one separately while driving out to a private party gig in Richmond. We also talk about crawfish, a traffic jam story from a 2011 tour, a few follow-up thoughts on last week's show in College Station, and finally a dead singer joke from Patrick at the end. We tease a secret s…

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Episode 272: Bleating Hearts 21:36

7M ago21:36

21:36

SlapperCast Episode 272: "Bleating Hearts" This is another driving-separately episode, this time on the road to College Station, where after soundcheck we spent a few minutes chatting with owner Chris Steele on the back patio of O'Bannon's. Paddy also shares some tips on yoga exercises to help with singing. 00:02:53 — Patrick's yoga tips 00:06:16 —…

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Episode 271: IRELAND TOUR 2024 38:01

7M ago38:01

38:01

SlapperCast Episode 271: "Sell Hard, Buy Soft" JOIN US in IRELAND September 2024: https://blaggards.com/ireland/ This one was recorded on the way home from McKinney after the Lone Star Celtic Festival, which unfortunately lost a whole day to rain, but recovered nicely the next day with absolutely perfect weather. We also welcome back Dennis from Do…

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Episode 270: Extra Slap on the Back 22:32

7M ago22:32

22:32

SlapperCast Episode 270: "Extra Slap on the Back" This one recorded last night after Patrick returned from Philadelphia, where he attended the funeral of his much beloved brother-in-law Tim Mohan. There's so much to be said about Tim that I don't think we can articulate yet, but Patrick does his best to do so here. We then steer into more lighthear…

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Episode 269: Blueberry Doormats 13:43

7M ago13:43

13:43

This one was recorded in bits as we drove ourselves separately to Beaumont and Brenham, intercut with clips from a performance of "Suspicious Minds" filmed with Turbo's 360 camera. Patrick first shares a conspiracy theory about the donut incident from last week's episode (https://youtu.be/KChkUuC4vKw?si=cic7RrrNlVemIjBF&t=163) We then catch Chad ha…

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Episode 268: Hot Rod Blaggard 34:21

7M ago34:21

34:21

SlapperCast Episode 268: "Hot Rod Blaggard" This one was recorded on the road to and from Little Rock this past Friday. We talk about: our new Sensaphonic custom molded in-ear monitors, an amazing BLAGGARDS HOT ROD built by our friends the Haley Brothers in Little Rock, Arkansas, and yes... the Deviant Donut Debate continues. ALSO: Turbo's endorsem…

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Episode 267: The Hairy and the Bald 1:09:32

8M ago1:09:32

1:09:32

This week we catch up with Chris Steele of O'Bannon's Taphouse, Michael Logan of the Sherman Celtic Festival, and Doug & Susan Berry of the Lonestar Celtic Festival and Highland Games. https://www.obannonstaphouse.com/ https://www.blackwaterbrew.com/ https://www.bernhardtwinery.com/ https://www.shermancelticfest.com/ https://lonestarceltic.org/ 00:…

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Episode 266: Gasoline and Shame 28:30

8M ago28:30

28:30

SlapperCast Episode 266: "Gasoline and Shame" Paddy, Turbo and Chad recap Paddy's Day weekend at Legacy Hall in Plano, TX, and of course the big day at O'Bannon's Taphouse in College Station. MASSIVE THANKS to Laurie Valenzi, Greg Fugate, Kate Scott, and Jacquelyn Herendeen for providing video. 00:00:00 — Aggie crowd screaming "BLAGGARDS" 00:00:37 …

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Episode 265: Slapfree 17:53

8M ago17:53

17:53

SlapperCast Episode 265: "Slapfree" As we set out on a 27-hour drive home to Houston, we deliver a recap of our two-week tour through Arizona, Nevada, and California. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tr…

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Episode 264: Wonkity 30:43

8M ago30:43

30:43

SlapperCast Episode 264: "Wonkity" This week: Paddy, Heide and Chad address the question: are we happy with our music careers right now? What would we have done differently with our careers if we could go back in time? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H6u_YICCjvo 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:45 — Blaggards peak season / a gig takes a day 0…

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Episode 263: Straight Flace 35:15

9M ago35:15

35:15

SlapperCast Episode 263: "Straight Flace" Recorded while driving home from a Mardi Gras gig in Galveston where Turbo almost got run over by a car during the show. Also: Westward tour dates, Billy Joel, gig disasters, tall tales and fake accents. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:25 — Turbo's close call 00:03:02 — Paddy's technical problems 00:03:25 — West Coa…

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Episode 262: Choppy on the Inside 43:04

9M ago43:04

43:04

SlapperCast Episode 262: "Choppy on the Inside" While taking a break from rehearsal, Blaggards discuss backing tracks, direct sound gear, Stratocasters and in-ear monitors. 00:00:04 — Intro 00:02:02 — Tour Updates 00:04:30 — Should bands use backing tracks? 00:09:17 — Patrick's tire story 00:11:16 — More on backing tracks 00:13:18 — Direct gear and…

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Episode 261: Nostradamus on Bass 15:35

9M ago15:35

15:35

SlapperCast Episode 261: "Nostradamus on Bass" This is a short but very complex episode. An unusual situation required us to drive to an out-of-town gig in three different vehicles. Patrick, Chad and Turbo recorded segments individually while driving, and our friend Greg Fugate provided footage of the live show at Logon Cafe. Unfolding throughout t…

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Episode 260: Overslapped 36:06

9M ago36:06

36:06

SlapperCast Episode 260: "Overslapped" This is our TWO-HUNDREDTH video episode of SlapperCast! We started with Episode 60 during the shutdowns in 2020... we wouldn't be able to keep doing this without loyal viewers like YOU, so thank you all so much for tuning in every week. This week we catch up with Heide and talk about franchise bands, bands wit…

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Episode 259: Dock Curious 49:46

10M ago49:46

49:46

SlapperCast Episode 259: "Dock Curious" PART ONE: Patrick and Chad continue our conversations about Elvis, Phil Lynott and Thin LIzzy. We imagine what might have been if Philo and Elvis had collaborated, and also talk about Lizzy guitarist Brian Robertson ("Robbo"), who was only 17 years old when Phil Lynott hired him as the first replacement for E…

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Episode 258: A Thong Made of Broken Glass 52:09

10M ago52:09

52:09

SlapperCast Episode 258: "A Thong Made of Broken Glass" This week we're talking about Thin Lizzy's ninth studio album, "Black Rose: A Rock Legend". 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:36 — Thin Lizzy and "Black Rose" 00:01:47 — Favorite songs off the album 00:10:33 — Gary Moore 00:15:17 — Gary's impersonation of Phil 00:16:15 — Producer Tony Visconti 00:18:56 —…

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Episode 257: A Little Less Conversation 43:37

10M ago43:37

43:37

Here is our ELVIS episode. How we first became aware of him, why we love him, his music, his sense of humor, favorite songs, the movies, the impersonators, and his legacy. Like with Thin Lizzy and the Pogues, this is only the beginning of what is sure to be an ongoing conversation about one of our biggest heroes. Find the audio-only podcast on Appl…

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Episode 256: Soul-Bearing Stuff 58:01

10M ago58:01

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This week we focus on one of our biggest influences as a band... THIN LIZZY. Also a little bit about the recent bombshell interview with comedian Kat Williams. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:47 — Gary Moore 00:03:59 — Patrick's early memories of Thin Lizzy 00:05:14 — Lynott's lyrics 00:06:07 — Lynott's free time style of singing 00:12:15 — Thank you Woody …

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Episode 255: Constipated Satan 51:58

11M ago51:58

51:58

This one was recorded on the road to our last two gigs of 2023 in Little Rock and Brenham. It also happened to be Turbo's birthday. Interspersed throughout are some great moments of us listening to "The Lonely Goatherd" from THE SOUND OF MUSIC as we were driving back to Texas late at night. 00:00:00 — Intro 00:00:17 — Turbo's birthday 00:00:49 — Al…

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Episode 254: Fresh Batch of Soap 39:02

11M ago39:02

39:02

This one was recorded en route to our gig at Kelly's Irish Pub in Austin, and again on the way home, with Patrick daughter's Tara running camera and joining in the conversation. Towards the end of the first segment we encountered a torrential downpour that got so loud we had to stop recording. It was still raining when we arrived at Kelly's, and th…

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Episode 253: A Good Kick in the Face 48:07

11M ago48:07

48:07

This week, continuing our tribute to the late great Shane MacGowan, we talk about our favorite songs by the Pogues plus a few of Shane's solo numbers with the Popes. 00:00:00 — Intro / Happy Christmas 00:01:37 — Shane's passing 00:04:48 — Shane as an Irish immigrant 00:06:19 — Broad Majestic Shannon 00:09:07 — Old Main Drag 00:10:15 — Bottle of Smo…

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Episode 252: Havasu or Bust 57:33

11M ago57:33

57:33

A full recap of our recent visit to Arizona, where we played shows in Chandler, Lake Havasu and Bullhead City. Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate an…

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Episode 251: Rest in Peace, Shane 54:52

11M ago54:52

54:52

SlapperCast Episode 251: "Rest in Peace, Shane" This episode was recorded during our 20 hour drive out to Arizona, when we found out about the passing of the legendary Shane MacGowan, lead singer and primary songwriter of the Pogues. There can be little doubt that without Shane, Blaggards would not exist. 00:00:00 — Intro and what we're up to on th…

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