Best Licky Podcasts (2024)

Over the past 40 years, Lou Barlow's body of work--with bands like Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh, and as a solo artist--has immensely impacted Joe's life. Lou tells Joe about growing up in the chaotic 1970s; his early love of pop radio; the enormous influence the Ramones had on his life; hearing his early songs on college radio; sleep hygiene; and his incl…

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Start of Summer with Elfin and Licky Jr. 8:05

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Start of Summer with Elfin and Licky Jr.

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BNS: Dave Elitch 2: Self Awareness Boogaloo 28:10

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Dave Elitch returns for a bonus episode to discuss his new course, Staying Out of Your Own Way. At its best, learning to play an instrument can be the catalyst for self exploration. Joe and Dave share a curiosity about the nature of learning, and Dave--who has taught many of the best working drummers--talks about the impetus to create his new cours…

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RIP: Steve Albini (Roland) 49:03

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Steve Albini died yesterday, May 7, at the age of 61. Here's Joe's conversation with Steve from 2017. Originally intended to be a gag episode featuring Roland (the drum machine used in Steve's band, Big Black), this turned into an earnest conversation documenting Steve's evolution from sharp-witted provocateur to sharp-witted empath. With thousands…

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309: King Coffey (Butthole Surfers) 1:05:54

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King Coffey tells Joe about: growing up in a single-parent, Christian household; his 40+ year tenure with Butthole Surfers; his interest in Buddhism; and caring for his husband, who suffered from dementia.

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308: Guy Picciotto (Fugazi, Rites of Spring, Happy Go Licky, etc.) 1:15:23

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Guy Picciotto's work in Fugazi and Rites of Spring had an immeasurable impact on Joe's life. As a producer, Guy has helped artists such as Blonde Redhead, Vic Chestnut, and The Blood Brothers reach new heights. In an uncharacterisically candid conversation, Guy tells Joe about his childhood, his artistic trajectory, and his most recent project as a…

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307: Jim White (Dirty Three, Xylouris White, etc.) 1:03:31

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For over thirty years, Jim White has been the drummer of choice for many of the most compelling songwriters working. Now, with assitance from producer Guy Picciotto, he's created his first solo album, All Hits: Memories.

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Audrey Tells Two Stories from School 5:07

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Audrey Tells Two Stories from School

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Planning Smelly 4 and a Case of the Wanna-Do-Everythings 11:39

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Planning Smelly 4 and a Case of the Wanna-Do-Everythings Smelly - https://youtu.be/yM9WOmi4Vl4?feature=shared Smelly 2 - https://youtu.be/jdfqpKVxwkQ?feature=shared Smelly 3 - https://youtu.be/EIZxEJponRk

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Animal Life - The Plush Play 11:03

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Animal Life - The Plush PlayBy Drew

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Aubrey’s Flying Bus Dream 7:18

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Aubrey’s Flying Bus Dream

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Of Wood Mice, Arctic Foxes, and Normal Foxes 7:13

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Of Wood Mice, Arctic Foxes, and Normal FoxesBy Drew

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306: Teresa Esguerra (Prism Bitch, Built to Spill) 50:16

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The latest incarnation of Built to Spill will undoubtedly be remembered as one of that band's most potent lineups in its 30+ year career. Teresa Esguerra's heavy groove and lyrical rhythmic conception are a crucial part of the equation. She tells Joe about Prism Bitch, Built to Spill, and her career as an occupational therapist.…

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305: Marnie Stern 59:10

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The Trap Set is back, and so is Marnie Stern. Marnie burst onto the NYC rock scene in 2007--seemingly out of nowhere--with a unique blend of virtuosic guitar; surreal, beautifully yearning lyrcs; and a "sheets of sound" vocal delivery. Joe met Marnie in 2012 and toured with her behind Stern's 2013 album, The Chronicles of Marnia. It was on this tou…

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Creative-Tonies and Fuzzy’s Two Month Trek 12:57

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Creative-Tonies and Fuzzy’s Two Month TrekBy Drew

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The Ghost of Superman Saves Emily Dickinson 9:17

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The Ghost of Superman Saves Emily DickinsonBy Drew

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Cats Take Over, and What it Means to be a Globetrotter 11:33

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Drew and his 7-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Of Munchkins and Frogs and the Fly Reversal 14:46

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Drew and his 7-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Auntie Em’s Froggy Voice, Marries Brendan 6:36

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.

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In the Backyard with a Snake Story 7:00

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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The Making Things More Interesting Show 10:34

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Threat of Danger and Underdog Interest 7:53

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Threat of Danger and Underdog InterestBy Drew

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Misfit Pots and 4 Interesting Things 5:15

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Misfit Pots and 4 Interesting ThingsBy Drew

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Somewhere Over the Axolotl Fortress 14:02

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Somewhere Over the Axolotl FortressBy Drew

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July 4th in the Garage 8:40

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July 4th in the Garage

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Our First Produced Show! 11:42

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Oh Georgie! And Tea for the Fish 12:20

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Let's Play Solid Wood Cribbage 10:47

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Pez, and Why Candy Toys are Usually Gross 9:33

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Pez, and Why Candy Toys are Usually GrossBy Drew

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How to Catch a Leprechaun 18:17

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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Pluto the Demoted Dwarf Planet 14:01

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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RIP: Jeremiah Green 35:39

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Jeremiah Green, drummer for Modest Mouse, passed away 12/31/2022 of cancer. This is a re-post of our conversation from 2017. We at The Trap Set are sending love to Jeremiah's family, bandmates, and many friends around the world.

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The Missing Ear Chunk and How to Not Get Burgled 18:57

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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304: Patricia Brennan 45:37

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Patricia Brennan is an improvisatory mallet percussionist who as been hailed as one of the instrument's new leaders. As a sidewoman, she's worked with artists such as Mary Halvorson, Matt Mitchell, and John Hollenbeck. Her solo debut, Maquishti, released by Valley of Search Records was included on the New York Times 10 best Jazz albums of 2021. Thi…

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RIP: Viola Smith 42:50

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This week, we're revisiting our 2017 conversation with the fantastic Viola Smith, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 107. We'll be back next week with a new episode.

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The Story of Mochi, the Teriyaki Kitten 16:59

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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303: Nate Smith 50:08

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Over the last two decades, Nate Smith has emerged as one of his generation's most innovative drummers. His unique style marries a deep, earthy sense of time with cerebral adventurousness. Nate has backed artists such as Pat Metheny, Dave Holland, and Brittany Howard; and in recent years he has come into his own as a composer and bandleader. This ep…

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302: Rick Allen (Def Leppard) 48:41

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Rick Allen's driving, tuneful style propelled Def Leppard to massive popularity during the 80s and early 90s. The band recently released its twelfth studio album, Diamond Star Halos. Rick met with Joe in Beverly Hills to discuss his forty year career, and the life that informed it.

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RIP: Mimi Parker (Low) 37:26

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Mimi Parker--best known as drummer, vocalist, and co-founder of the band Low--passed away on November 5th after a battle with cancer. Here is Joe's conversation with Mimi, originally released in June, 2017.

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RIP: DH Peligro (Dead Kennedys) 31:48

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DH Peligro, best known as the drummer of Dead Kennedys, died in an accidental fall at his home in Los Angeles on 10/28/2022. Here is Joe's conversation with DH, originally released in November, 2015.

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Kirby, 30, in a Cheese Land 10:58

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Drew and his six-year-old daughter Audrey share their childhoods with each other.By Drew

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301: Questlove 1:30:28

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We return from hiatus with Academy Award-winning filmmaker, author, and entrepreneur Questlove, in what Questlove calls, “the best, most open interview I’ve ever given in my life." Joe and Questlove discuss mental health, race, religion, vulnerability, self love, the hip hop ethos (“Hustle, survive. Hustle, survive.”), J Dilla, and more!…

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300: Joe Wong Interviewed by Jon Wurster 1:13:35

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After a pandemic-induced hiatus, The Trap Set is back for Episode 300. Following the tradition of our previous centennial episodes, Joe is interviewed by a former guest--this time Jon Wurster (Bob Mould, Superchunk, The Mountain Goats, The Best Show). We at The Trap Set would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all of our guests and you--our li…