Best Punknews.org Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 280: Less Than Impressed. 2:07:19

6h ago2:07:19

2:07:19

Tom's back from his estrogen filled beach vacation. Both the PTID guys saw fairly lackluster shows. There’s talk of record collecting, the joys of White Castle, upcoming gigs, and some great songs are played. With tracks from Didjits, Burntmill Ghosts, Raging Nathans, Adam and the Ants, Strung Out, Government Issue, and Angry Samoans.…

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Episode 256 - McCafferty's Bib 1:12:29

3h ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Alex Sanchez makes his debut on the show to talk about one of I Like Fun's most experimental tracks, "McCafferty's Bib." We talk about microtones, ring modulators, and hear one of the most insane remixes ever.By Greg Simpson

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Episode 279: The triumphant return of Rick Sims. 2:17:59

5d ago2:17:59

2:17:59

The man behind the Didjits, Gaza Strippers and more makes a second appearance. Those who heard the first one (ep17, way back when!) know this is not to be missed. These old friends discuss the upcoming Didjits Record Store Day release, and about 1000 other topics. With songs from Bloody Horror Punx, Didjits, and from one of his theater shows!…

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Episode 255 - Tiny Doctors 1:26:48

6d ago1:26:48

1:26:48

Tyler Colton of Goodbye Viking joins me to talk about a fan-favorite deep cut, "Tiny Doctors," which never even made it to the Dial-a-Song machine, finally being released on TMBG Unlimited. We ponder about how deep to read into the lyrics and whether this song should have been fleshed out and put on an album, and then we hear a crazy amount of cove…

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Episode 278 Bruddahs and Buzzers: the later albums 2:06:30

18d ago2:06:30

2:06:30

Everybody loves and celebrates early Ramones and Buzzcocks, but what about the later parts of their careers? Here Tom and Neil dive into the later albums from these legendary quartets. The first in the series of what will hopefully be a long running thread, reviewing later albums by classic bands! With songs by, of course, Ramones and Buzzcocks. ED…

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Episode 254 - The Poisonousness 1:25:55

19d ago1:25:55

1:25:55

Gabby Crouch is our guest this week to talk about the Robin Goldwasser-lead track "The Poisonousness," the closing song for The Escape Team. We talk about the lovely Hand Witch, ask "where are the guitars?" and discuss the importance of "woo woos."By Greg Simpson

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#649.97 - Kiss wins 1:09:27

14d ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Kiss sells the "essence" of the band and john is furious because he hates Kiss with a burning fury. Also, Scowl drops off a festival, Ramones release a picture disc, and Cocksparrer release a new album.By Punknews Podcast

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#649.86 - Em Moore Tells You What to Listen To (March 2024) 2:03:48

14d ago2:03:48

2:03:48

Em plays the hottest tracks from March for you philistines.By Punknews Podcast

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#649.85 - Sex Party 49:07

14d ago49:07

49:07

John and Em discuss the Puffy v. 50 cent feud, because this is Punknews. Also discussed- New Dog Party, the Johnny Ramone birthday Party, and OFF!'s Free LSD partyBy Punknews Podcast

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Episode 277: Dr. Strange. 1:44:50

21d ago1:44:50

1:44:50

It took a while, but the PTID guys finally caught up with the man with a PHD in PUNK. They talk about growing up a punk fan in Southern California in the early '80s. They discuss starting the distro that became a label and eventually a retail store. We also discuss his madcap Facebook Live shows Wednesdays and Fridays! With songs from The Dickies, …

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Episode 253 - Hearing Aid 2:06:36

26d ago2:06:36

2:06:36

Robert Writhe of The Writhers is here to talk about an often-overlooked Flood track, "Hearing Aid." We discuss the sample-heavy arrangement of the track, guest guitarist Arto Lindsay, and the controversial 2022/2023 tour version.By Greg Simpson

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Episode 276: Gigs, Gigs, Gigs! Part 2. 1:48:33

1M ago1:48:33

1:48:33

The PTID guys are back home after meeting up in the Windy City to see the Bouncing Souls. They talk about the shows, the people watching, record swapping and the sorry condition of Chicago. Tom finishes his long weekend with a goth experience of his own by dragging his wife to see Gary Numan. With songs by Bouncing Souls, Flatfoot 56, Front Line As…

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Episode 275: Gigs, Gigs, Gigs! Part 1. 1:23:47

1M ago1:23:47

1:23:47

This one comes live from Neil's kitchen, so forgive the echo! Neil goes goth with the Satanic doo-wop duo Twin Temple. The next day he goes record shopping with The Drowns and Dr. Disc and sees The Drowns play later that night. Tom spends a night among friends old and new pretending to be Irish watching The Tossers. With songs from Twin Temple, The…

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Episode 252 - Space Suit 1:33:31

1M ago1:33:31

1:33:31

Seth Hershman makes their TMBP debut to talk about the closer of Apollo 18, "Space Suit." We talk about how its origins are tied to the origin of the band, hear the song's original form under a different title, and hear live versions through the years, some more successful than others. Seth's friends plugs: Christine: patreon.com/ballardiangorse Ch…

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#649.8 - Teens in Trouble 1:30:14

1M ago1:30:14

1:30:14

Lizzie of Teens in Trouble drops by to talk about her cool new album. She sticks around for the news. Topics covered- the Circle Jerks/Descendents split EP, Scowl at SxSW, Weezer, and even more Sublime ranting by John.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 274: The Return of Mike Magrann from Channel 3! 1:56:06

2M ago1:56:06

1:56:06

Mike comes back to talk to the PTID guys about his excellent new book, "Miles Per Gallon". He never misses a beat as they grill him on the details of the 1983 tour that the book is based on. They catch up on Mike's plan for his next book and the year ahead for Channel 3. With songs by Misfits, 999, Kraut, DOA, Big Boys, Stretch Marks and CH3.…

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Episode 251 - Bread Hair 1:34:49

2M ago1:34:49

1:34:49

Continuing our streak of bizarre early songs, Lauren Davis returns to the show and brings along a friend, newcomer Matt Molaro. We talk about old synths, John C. Reilly, and try to figure out what the hell is up with this song.By Greg Simpson

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#649.7 - Nu-Sublime v. Sublime with Rome without Sublime 1:10:55

2M ago1:10:55

1:10:55

Sam, Em, and John talk Laura Jane Grace with Mikey Erg, Ween, John Lydon's spoke word, and Nu-Sublime vs. Sublime with Rome.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 273: Hold the Sublime! 2:18:10

2M ago2:18:10

2:18:10

Just the PTID guys for this one, but they cover a wide range of topics. From going to shows on school nights, to horny grandpa versus dementia grandpa for president, to Record Store Day 2024, and the massive No Values punk festival. The music ranges from pop punk to political hardcore, with songs by Poison Idea, Zoanoids, Space Age Zeros, Brigatta …

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Episode 250 - Mr. Klaw 1:46:23

2M ago1:46:23

1:46:23

On our 250th episode (!!!), music professor and co-author of the Flood 33 1/3 book, Alexander Reed, returns to the show to talk about another wild early song of the band. We talk about Linnell's guitar playing, Mr. Ed, and the importance of downbeat placement, as well as hearing it live and a surprising amount of covers.…

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#649.6 - David Lee Roth's Party v. Sammy Hagar's Party 1:00:25

2M ago1:00:25

1:00:25

John goes on a weird Dave Grohl rant. Also covered- Kate Clover, Scowl, Psywarfare, the Knee-His, and more!By Punknews Podcast

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#649.5 - Em Moore Tells You What to Listen To (February 2024) 1:50:04

2M ago1:50:04

1:50:04

Em Moore plays the tracks you need to hear from February!!!!By Punknews Podcast

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#649.4 - Em Moore tells you what to listen to (January 2024) 2:01:27

2M ago2:01:27

2:01:27

Em Moore plays the coolest tracks from January. Listen up, numbnuts!By Punknews Podcast

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#649.3 - Album Battle! 2:07:33

2M ago2:07:33

2:07:33

It's time for another album battle! In this episode, Em and John and each pick two albums the other has not heard before- one album that the listener will probably like... and one the listener might find challenging... WHO WINS THE ALBUM WAR?!!!!By Punknews Podcast

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#649.2 -Catch up strikes back 1:04:04

2M ago1:04:04

1:04:04

More ctach up. Deal with it.By Punknews Podcast

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#649.1 - Catch up continues 55:35

2M ago55:35

55:35

Here's another archival episode!By Punknews Podcast

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#649 - Archival Episode 45:29

2M ago45:29

45:29

This is an old archival episode. We are getting caught up!!!!By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 249 - Sally Boy Candy Bar 1:30:02

2M ago1:30:02

1:30:02

Cartoonist Kyle Carrozza is here to talk about one of the earliest, wildest TMBG songs, "Sally Boy Candy Bar," a Dial-a-Song track not officially released until the TMBGUnlimited series. We get an inside look at the world of cartooning from Kyle before we delve into possible meanings or lack of meanings with these lyrics, how the sonics of the trac…

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Episode 272: More Drowns! 1:27:03

2M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

The PTID guys welcome The Drowns' bassist/vocalist Andy Wylie. After a couple of fun visits from guitarist/vocalist Rev Peters, they finally talk to the band's other voice! They dig into The Drowns' fantastic new album Blacked Out, the band's creative process and nomadic lifestyle. With music by The Drowns of course!…

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#648.7 - Freestlye continues 1:02:11

2M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

The freestyle era of the podcast continues!By Punknews Podcast

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#648.69 - Gold Record 52:24

2M ago52:24

52:24

Sam, Em, and John talk the $800 third eye blind gold encrusted 5-inch record. Also discussed Bad Cop/Bad Cop, Melvins, and Nomeansno.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 271: St. Valentine's Day Massacre. 2:03:11

2M ago2:03:11

2:03:11

It's just your favorite platonic couple for this half assed Valentine's Day celebration. The PTID guys catch each other up on current events and upcoming shows. Neil plays punk love songs while Tom looks back in anger. Mercifully, Tender Tom is nowhere to be found. With music from The Pist, The Complicators, Death Ridge Boys, No Time, The Damned, B…

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Episode 270: Dickie Devil. 2:02:06

2M ago2:02:06

2:02:06

In this action packed episode, the PTID guys catch up with musician Dickie Devil of Dickie Devil & the Deviant. Or was it famed stuntman Ronin James? They talk about making music, making movies, making up fantasy worlds and trying to launch a sitcom with puppets! With songs from Action Man, Voodoo Death Cult and Dickie Devil & the Deviants. Never h…

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#648.68 - Sam and John freestyle 1:01:22

3M ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Sam and John ramble and jamble- Green Day is covered, the crazy amount of fests, and other random things, brah.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 269: Jerry A from Poison Idea. 1:23:26

3M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

On this action packed episode the PTID guys are thrilled to welcome solo artist, author and longtime Poison Idea frontman Jerry A Lang. They have a nice chat about Poison Idea as well as Jerry's various other musical projects. They also talk about his massive, three part auto biography, and promise to reconvene to discuss the book in more detail. W…

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Episode 248 - 200 Sbemails & Crystal Fortress 1:13:55

3M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

My Exquisite Dead Guys bandmate Jerome Hemersbach is here to talk about TMBG's collaborations with Homestar Runner, "200 Sbemails" and "Crystal Fortress." There is much Homestar fan service and voice impressions, and we commissioned the only Sbemails cover into existence.By Greg Simpson

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Episode 268 Jay Crimson. 1:27:22

3M ago1:27:22

1:27:22

In this episode the PTID guys catch up with Michigan musician and indie filmmaker Jay Crimson. They talk about his current band and his involvement with Troma Films. They even get into his earlier years as an indie wrestler. A lot of ground is covered. With music from Chemical Valley Mutants and No Class Assassins.…

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Episode 247 - Brontosaurus 2:01:49

3M ago2:01:49

2:01:49

Laura Eagle makes her debut on the show to talk about the Book hit "Brontosaurus." We discuss the actual dinosaur, Monty Python, and get call-ins to discuss the trans interpretation of the lyrics.By Greg Simpson

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#648.67 - Nerd talk 46:33

3M ago46:33

46:33

John and Em talk about Dr. Who, Star Trek: TNG, and comic books for some reason. There is some punk talk in there somewhere.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 267: Six Strings of Punk. 2:12:33

3M ago2:12:33

2:12:33

On this episode, the PTID guys steal an idea from satellite radio. They fight through 37 or 47 years of haze to pick six songs that really got them into punk. Not surprisingly, there's a ton of great music including a bunch of first wave classics and a couple early hardcore songs. With killer songs from Sex Pistols, Dead Boys, Ramones, The Boomtown…

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#648.66 - The '90s called, they want their headliners back 1:25:15

3M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

Em and John talk the No Doubt reunion, the Sublime reunion, and the RATM non-reunion! Also covered- the end of Pitchfork, new Hellcat singles, and more!By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 246 - Can You Find It? 1:32:53

3M ago1:32:53

1:32:53

Isabel Banks, our youngest guest to date at 16 years old, makes her debut on the podcast to talk about a song she's loved since she was little, "Can You Find It?" from Here Come the ABCs. We talk about her early fear of the John puppets, hear her and her dad do a cover, and discuss how this song doesn't have any right to be as heartstring-tugging a…

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Episode 266: Doc Rotten-er. 1:57:55

3M ago1:57:55

1:57:55

Against their better judgement, the PTID guys welcome back New Jersey's finest, Doc Rotten for the second time. It doesn't take long for the conversation to devolve to the point that it would make most truckers blush. Amid the chaos there's talk of buttholes, ladyboys and Adidas track suits. They also spin several tracks from Doc Rotten's excellent…

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#648.65 - Brooke's Bon Voyage Re-Cap 1:11:03

3M ago1:11:03

1:11:03

John Re-Caps the Froggy show and Em talks about Teens in Trouble and A.I.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 245 - Climbing the Walls 1:51:19

4M ago1:51:19

1:51:19

Fellow teacher Suzy VanSchenck joins me to talk about "Climbing the Walls", one of the biggest bangers from The Else. We talk shop as teachers, one of her kids joins in for a bit, and we hear a wide swath of covers.By Greg Simpson

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Episode 265: Opinions are like arseholes. 2:15:11

4M ago2:15:11

2:15:11

On this episode, the PTID guys go through a bunch of friend and listener top 10 lists. No one's feelings are spared as good taste is applauded and questionable picks are mocked. It's interesting to see the wide variety of favorites. It's also interesting to see how the podcast influences listeners, and how the opposite is also true. With songs by T…

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#648.64 - Em Moore Tells You What to Listen to (2023 Wrap Up) 5:45:54

4M ago5:45:54

5:45:54

Em Moore plays all of the coolest cuts from 2023!By Punknews Podcast

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#648.63 - Just rappin' 54:16

4M ago54:16

54:16

The freestyle era rolls on. Talkin' random punk news, dude.By Punknews Podcast

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Episode 264: 2023: the best of the rest. 2:03:23

4M ago2:03:23

2:03:23

The PTID guys continue their 2023 wrap up with the best of gigs, EPs and reissues. Tom knocked a bunch of bands off his bucket list, while Neil got to see one of his heroes wearing a Punk Till I Die T-shirt on stage! We also run down some notable musician deaths from 2023. With songs from Channel 3, Suzi Moon & Billy Hopeless, The Drowns, Bloodstai…