Best Lazerbeak Podcasts (2024)

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Alice Bag - Blueprint with dj diA 1:20:18

10M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

We talk about Alice Bag's 2018 solo album "Blueprint" with dj diA, a queer activist, DJ, and Alice Bag megafan. Support the show via Patreon and receive bonus audio from each episode. Bonus audio from this episode includes an even deeper dive in Alice Bag's discography and body of work. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on…

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Madonna - Erotica with Matt Shiverdecker 1:07:40

11M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

DJ and longtime friend of Barb's Matt Shiverdecker teaches us how to **uhh** as we discuss Madonna's 1992 album Erotica. Support the show via Patreon and receive bonus audio from each episode. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Nirvana - In Utero with Chris Riemenschneider 1:04:00

11M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Teenage angst pays off well, as we experience the "moderate rock" of Nirvana's third and final album In Utero with author and Star Tribune music journalist Chris Riemenschneider. Content Warning: Nirvana's song "R*pe Me" is on this album, and it's impossible to overlook the loss of Kurt Cobain by suicide. Support the show via Patreon and receive bo…

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Led Zeppelin - House of the Holy with Craig Denny 1:15:15

12M ago1:15:15

1:15:15

Where's that confounded bridge? Walk a while with us as we search near and over the hills and far away, talking about Led Zeppelin's 1973 classic, "Houses of The Holy." Support the show via Patreon and receive bonus audio from each episode. Bonus topics from this episode includes thunderstorms, and what songs scared the shit out of us. Show notes a…

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Talking Heads - Little Creatures with Maggie Faris 53:16

1y ago53:16

53:16

The world is moving and we're right there with it as we talk about 1985's Little Creatures with comedian and snowplow driver Maggie Faris. Support the show via Patreon and receive exclusive content. Past bonus audio posts have included such topics as Dykes On Bikes, the end of secret songs, and what it's like to see yourself in a documentary about …

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Annie Lennox - Diva with Anika Paris 1:24:06

1y ago1:24:06

1:24:06

Walk on broken glass with us through Annie Lennox's solo debut Diva, with songwriter Anika Paris. Support the show via Patreon. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Luther Vandross - Power of Love with Lazerbeak 1:06:55

1y ago1:06:55

1:06:55

Feel the fire of the power of love as producer Lazerbeak joins Barb and Augustus to talk about the 1991 Luther Vandross album Power of Love. Support the show via Patreon. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Indigo Girls - Self Titled with Nancy Lyons 1:16:48

2y ago1:16:48

1:16:48

We get closer to fine with Nancy Lyons as we chat about Indigo Girls' 1989 self-titled major label debut. Support the show via Patreon. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Bronski Beat - The Age of Consent with Ross Raihala 1:06:28

2y ago1:06:28

1:06:28

"Run away, turn away, run away" with us as we discuss 1984's The Age of Consent with St. Paul Pioneer Press reporter Ross Raihala, as our pride month continues. Support the show via Patreon. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Culture Club - This Time: The First Four Years with Patric Richardson 1:38:08

2y ago1:38:08

1:38:08

Do you really want to hurt us? Patric Richardson returns for our season two debut to chat about Culture Club's first retrospective, This Time: The First Four Years, released in 1987. Support the show via Patreon. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.…

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Surprise Soundtrack Special 45:15

2+ y ago45:15

45:15

It's a clip show... with a twist! We surprised our guests by asking them what is their favorite movie soundtrack. We got some surprising answers, including an unexpected threepeat. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Slayer - Reign in Blood with Josh Stifter 1:05:06

2+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

You have no choice of life or death as filmmaker Josh Stifter joins us to talk about Slayer's half-hour 1986 speed metal gauntlet-drop, "Reign In Blood." Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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The Stooges - Fun House with Dan Schlissel 58:57

2+ y ago58:57

58:57

Dan Schlissel calls us from the funhouse to talk about The Stooges 1970 primal blues-rock scorcher "Fun House." Spoiler alert: I feel alright. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Olivia Newton-John - Greatest Hits Vol. 2 with Patric Richardson 1:14:58

2+ y ago1:14:58

1:14:58

We get physical with laundry evangelist and Olivia Newton-John superfan Patric Richardson, as we talk about ONJ's 1982 Greatest Hits Vol. 2. Will we find Xanadu? Listen and find out. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Clueless Soundtrack with Brandi Brown 1:01:36

2+ y ago1:01:36

1:01:36

As if! We talk with comedian Brandi Brown about the Clueless Soundtrack, in all its mid-90s glory. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more.By Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins

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Silversun Pickups - Carnavas with Alex Rice 1:03:46

3y ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Writer and entrepreneur Alex Rice takes us on a track by track listen through "Carnavas," the 2006 debut studio album by nu gaze band Silversun Pickups. Alex mines his insights from interviewing the band members for the "fanzine" that his company Bandbox released. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, an…

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Ministry - The Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Taste with Chris Harris 1:05:50

3y ago1:05:50

1:05:50

Chris Harris takes a break from directing his forthcoming documentary "The History Of Industrial Music: The Chicago Way" to talk about a Ministry's seminal Chicago industrial album, The Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Taste. Grab this giant's hand, and let's talk about this masterpiece. (This episode was recorded before Ministry announced their new alb…

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A Tribe Called Quest - The Low End Theory with Don Greene 57:30

3y ago57:30

57:30

Don Greene, aka DJ Greenery takes us on a ride to the boulevard of Linden as we talk about 1991's alternative hip hop classic "The Low End Theory" by A Tribe Called Quest. So bust out your pager and load it up with some fresh Duracells. Content Warning: One of the songs on the album is called "The Infamous Date Rape" and touches on said subject. Sh…

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Travis - The Man Who with Jeremy Messersmith 1:02:46

3y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Singer, songwriter, and acoustic guitar owner Jeremy Messersmith join Barb and Augustus to create a safe space for sad feelings, as we talk about Travis's 2000 classic, The Man Who. Also, Jeremy sings a song about dinosaurs. Content Warning: One of the songs we discuss contains themes of domestic assault. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod…

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Coil - ...And The Ambulance Died In His Arms with Walt Dizzo 56:30

3y ago56:30

56:30

Longtime radio DJ Walt Dizzo joins us to talk about ...And The Ambulance Died In His Arms, the final official album from Coil, recorded live at All Tomorrow's Parties. But first, a brief diversion into Cincinnati's famous skyline chili. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Chili recipes not included…

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Radiohead - The Bends with Erik Thompson 47:40

3y ago47:40

47:40

Barb, Augustus, and music journalist Erik Thompson talk about Radiohead's 1995 sophomore effort "The Bends." Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/By Barb Abney, Augustus Watkins, Erik Thompson

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They Might Be Giants - Flood with Miss Shannan 46:29

3y ago46:29

46:29

Radio personality/podcaster/comedian/speaker/writer/voice over artist/auctioneer Miss Shannan joins Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins to talk about They Might Be Giants' 1990 classic, Flood. Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/ Find us on social media: Twitter: @tied_pod IG: tied_to_the_tracks_pod FB: TiedToTheTracksPod Email: tiedtothetr…

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Pet Shop Boys - Behaviour with Ross Raihala 46:23

3y ago46:23

46:23

Augustus and Barb talk about Pet Shop Boys' 1990 album Behaviour with journalist Ross Raihala. Happy Pride Month! Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/By Barb Abney, Augustus Watkins, Ross Raihala

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PJ Harvey - "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea" with Mark Mallman 52:52

3y ago52:52

52:52

Musician and author Mark Mallman join hosts Barb Abney and Augustus Watkins to talk about PJ Harvey's 2000 album "Stories from the City, Stories from the Sea" Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/By Barb Abney, Augustus Watkins, Mark Mallman

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Prince - "Sign O' The Times" (Disc 2) with Andrea Swensson 30:55

3y ago30:55

30:55

Barb, Augustus, and Prince researcher Andrea Swensson dive into the second half of Prince's 1987 double album "Sign O' The Times." Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/By Barb Abney, Augustus Watkins, Andrea Swensson

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Prince - "Sign O' The Times" (Disc 1) with Andrea Swensson 36:01

3y ago36:01

36:01

Barb, Augustus, and Prince researcher Andrea Swensson discuss disc 1 of Prince's expansive 1987 double album, "Sign O' The Times" Show notes are available at https://ttttpod.com/By Barb Abney, Augustus Watkins, Andrea Swensson

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Welcome to Tied to the Tracks 6:14

3y ago6:14

6:14

A music podcast saluting your favorite albums from old classics to fresh sensations. Each episode, radio DJ and voice actor Barb Abney and musician Augustus Watkins meet with a special guest to revisit and pay tribute to a great album from side one track one to the final chord.

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Episode 4: Thomas Easley 29:51

4y ago29:51

29:51

This month's guest is Thomas Easley, an educator, musician, rapper. We talk about his song 'Hip Hip Forestry' and diversifying the environmental movement. Get 'Hip Hop Forestry': https://rashadeasley.com/album/882905/hip-hop-forestryBy Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Episode 22: Night Stone is 2 Buds Making Heaters 45:32

4y ago45:32

45:32

This month's episode features ICETEP, who is half of Night Stone. Lazerbeak and ICETEP just released their debut self titled album. The trio talked about what's been entertaining them during quarantine, the pressure to be creative, and way more.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 3: Jes Rosenberg 34:27

4y ago34:27

34:27

Our guest this episode is Jes Rosenberg, a yoga instructor and mediation guide. We talk about the benefits of meditation as the art of sound to evoke listening, and Jes will lead us through a guided 15-minute meditation practice.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Episode 21: A Social Distance Hang 54:10

4y ago54:10

54:10

In this month's episode, Beak and Jeyca went live on instagram to catch up during quarantine. They talked crying, the Jersey Shore, sleeping in the garage, and what having a podcast has taught them.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 20: All of the Things with Justin Vernon 1:35:37

4y ago1:35:37

1:35:37

This month's guest is the legend, soon-to-be indie rock's first billionaire, Justin Vernon of Bon Iver. Vernon talked Jeyca and Beak through his musical history which spans multiple states, albums, and bands. Vernon also flips the script and asks Beak a few questions.By Lazerbeak

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Minisode: Bagosenim 2:51

4y ago2:51

2:51

It's Earth Week! This minisode features the poem "Bagosenim" by Katy Kozhimannil.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Minisode: Fireflies 2:22

4y ago2:22

2:22

This week's minisode features the poem "Fireflies" by Robyne Robinson.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Minisode: Bedtime Stories of the Khmer Americans 7:11

4y ago7:11

7:11

Each week leading up to our Earth Day storytelling slam, we will feature a story or poem from our EYEWITNESS book. Our first story is from Liz Lat, a student at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Episode 19: Live with Dave Simonett 1:28:26

4y ago1:28:26

1:28:26

During a special Monday edition of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak," Beak and Jeyca were joined by Dave Simonett of Trampled by Turtles and Deadman Winter. They discussed Dave's the path that led Dave to be a musician. The duo was also joined by Longshot to premiere the music video for "Parades."By Lazerbeak

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Episode 2: slenderbodies 42:47

4y ago42:47

42:47

This month's guest is Benji from slenderbodies. We dive into the natural landscapes that inspire his music, and some of the challenges of talking about climate change in the public eye.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Tuesdays with Lazerbeak Podcast - Episode 18: The Importance of Tumblr with Nadi from Gully Boys 56:32

4+ y ago56:32

56:32

This month's episode of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak" features Nadi from the band Gully Boys. Nadi and Jeyca explain the importance of the Tumblr fandom scene. Nadi and Beak also get into their hard seltzer rankings.By Doomtree

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Episode 18: The Importance of Tumblr with Nadi from Gully Boys 56:32

4+ y ago56:32

56:32

This month's episode of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak" features Nadi from the band Gully Boys. Nadi and Jeyca explain the importance of the Tumblr fandom scene. Nadi and Beak also get into their hard seltzer rankings.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 17: Heart Bones Goes Deep on Mental Health and Touring 1:09:00

4+ y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

On this month's episode of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak," Beak and Jeyca are joined by Sean Tillman (Har Mar Superstar) and Sabrina Ellis (A Giant Dog/Sweet Spirit). The duo just dropped their newest album "Hot Dish." They open up about mental health, touring, and what really goes into forming a new duo.…

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Episode 16: Beak and Jeyca Fly Solo 35:43

4+ y ago35:43

35:43

This month we're kicking it old school with an episode of just Jeyca and Lazerbeak. The duo talks Superbowl halftime show, Grammy's and Lazerbeak's idea for a hard seltzer.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 15: The Origins of Channy from Poliça 1:07:55

4+ y ago1:07:55

1:07:55

In this month's episode of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak," Beak and Jeyca are joined by Channy Leaneagh of Poliça. Channy's road into music was far from linear and even involved a stint in Cambodia. The three get into her history and a discussion of how cool Channy looks in snow pants.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 14: Live with P.O.S 1:19:47

4+ y ago1:19:47

1:19:47

In this live recording of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak," they're joined by the incredible P.O.S. Beak and Stef talk about their early rivalry which eventually became a beautiful bromance. Wellness Minneapolis also returns to perform live acupuncture on Jeyca, Beak, and Stef. Plus, live performances by P.O.S (and Jeyca???).…

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Episode 1: Lazerbeak 51:38

4+ y ago51:38

51:38

Our guest this month is Lazerbeak, a Minneapolis-based musician and producer. He shares his experience developing his climate story, his own deep dive into mindfulness and mental health, and how he brings climate conversations into his daily life.By Climate Generation: A Will Steger Legacy

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Episode 13: 2019 Year in Review 50:13

4+ y ago50:13

50:13

Goodbye 2019 and hello 2020! In the first episode of the new year Beak and Jeyca run down their top 5 favorite albums of the year and they run down the Doomtree year in review. Plus, insider info about what's coming in 2020 from Doomtree and the podcast.By Lazerbeak

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Episode 12: Sophia Eris and the Year of Saying Yes 1:04:54

4+ y ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Sophia Eris has had a crazy year to say the least. She toured the world with Lizzo, hosted an early morning show (even while touring), and dropped original music on a regular basis. Sophia joined Beak and Jeyca in studio to chat about the craziness that saying yes has brought her and how 2020 is the year of saying no to some things.…

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Band Together Teaser 1:22

4+ y ago1:22

1:22

By Climate Generation

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Episode 11: The Making of "Sound the Bells" 56:02

4+ y ago56:02

56:02

In this month's episode of Tuesdays with Lazerbeak, Jeyca and Beak are joined by Sarah Hicks, principal conductor of Live at Orchestra Hall, and Andy Thompson, a Twin Cities composer extraordinaire. They give the behind the scenes of how Dessa's collaboration with the Minnesota Orchestra came to be. Plus, Sarah's dog Pinkerton makes an appearance a…

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Episode 10: Live with Greg Grease 1:21:23

4+ y ago1:21:23

1:21:23

This month’s live episode of “Tuesdays with Lazerbeak” features the legendary Greg Grease. You know him from groups astralblak as well as his solo albums. You may not know about his love for MxPx. Beak and Jeyca were also joined by Megan Rae and Christin Crabtree of the Domestic Abuse Project to talk about what we can do to support their work and s…

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Episode 9: Lazerbeak Geeks out with Craig Finn 1:14:54

5y ago1:14:54

1:14:54

In the 9th (not 10th) episode of "Tuesdays with Lazerbeak," Jeyca and Beak are joined by Craig Finn of The Hold Steady. Craig walks through his musical history and meeting a young Lazerbeak when he was in his indie band.By Lazerbeak

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