Best Chris Franz Podcasts (2024)

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RAIN LIKE THE SOUND OF TRAINS "S/T" / Full Band Interview 3:34:22

6d ago3:34:22

3:34:22

This first Rain Like The Sound Of Trains 7" really made an impact when it first came out. It was a supergroup of sorts and caused some unlikely controversy in the punk scene. The message and sound of this group has aged incredibly well. Jeff Kaplan is bank in the copilot chair to discuss the record and the band's legacy. Then we're joined by Pete C…

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Matthew Ritchie 1:11:17

10d ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Matthew Ritchie is a music, culture and sports writer who is also a contributor at Pitchfork and has written stories for GQ, Chicago Reader, Rolling Stone, Passion of The Weiss, and others. In this episode we try our damndest to focus on one body of work and cannonball directly into Mach-Hommy's #RICHAXXHATIAN album which Matthew reviewed for Pitch…

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Vivian Medithi 1:13:32

18d ago1:13:32

1:13:32

Vivian Medithi is resident rap corrrespondent at The FADER who has bylines at Pitchfork, NoBells, HipHopDX, Los Angeles Review of Books and more. We talk about Milwaukee rapper Myaap whose excellent song "MLK" and new project produced by Nedarb of Gothboy Click fame is a hidden gem (for now). We break down the details of Atlanta rapper Slimesito an…

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Jayson Buford 55:11

1M ago55:11

55:11

Jayson Buford is a journalist from Harlem, NY covering culture, music, and sports who has written for publications like Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Vanity Fair, Stereogum, and more. He joins us today to talk about our beloved Knicks and all things endemic to the greatest city in the world. Our expert analysis leads us to the conclusion that Donté DiV…

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SLANT 6 "What Kind Of Monster" EP 1:28:04

1M ago1:28:04

1:28:04

Yet another unslanted opinion on yet another new band for Dischord this episode. Slant 6's introductory release, What Kind Of Monster. Greg Polard (Where It Went, Somthin' To Du) joins me for a look under the hood of this machine. Combustion ensues.By Brian and Greg

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Franz De Los Reyes 56:07

1M ago56:07

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Franz De Los Reyes is a music executive and Senior Vice President of Marketing at SALXCO (The Weeknd, Nav, Metro Boomin and more) who has previously held positions at three major labels including Def Jam, Epic and Warner Records. He shares how he broke into the music industry by being the squeeky wheel and building lasting relationships along with …

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HOLY ROLLERS "Watching The Grass Grow" / Marc Lambiotte and Chris Bopst 2:21:52

2M ago2:21:52

2:21:52

This show we drop the needle on Holy Rollers mach two, specifically the "Watching The Grass Grow/ Toy" 7". In the copilot seat today is the prolific and illustrious Greg Polard (Where It Went and Somethin' To Du podcasts). Later in the episode we are joined by guitarist/singer Marc Lambiotte and bassist Chris Bopst! Come and knock on our door...…

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Alphonse Pierre 1:15:53

2M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

Alphonse Pierre is a music critic and journalist at Pitchfork. He joins us from home base in Canarsie, Brooklyn where an ice cream truck soundtracks our conversation about the Knicks and the 76ers round 1 playoff bloodbath. We talk about Ice Spice's timely verse on Cash Cobaine's "Fisherr" remix and how an independently released song can get ratche…

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Yash 32:09

2M ago32:09

32:09

Fresh off of Coachella weekend and his day of birth Yash is back with a solo pod talking about the rare sites that the annual festival has to offer with takes on performances by Lana Del Rey, Peso Pluma, Lil Uzi Vert, Justice's return and more. He also gets into the lame rap "beef(s)" of the moment and the dominoe effect Kendrick's "Like That" vers…

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Blue Lock 1:16:58

2M ago1:16:58

1:16:58

This episode, Basil (@itsbasiltime) and Bill (@wbforeman999) join me to talk about soccer anime, which is Blue Lock. Join the unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the OSMCast discord. Used with permission. Listen Show notes: 0:30 - We talk about Blue Lock Next time is I dunno. How does one watch anime without Crunchyroll, definitely not a monopoly-li…

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Sowmya Krishnamurthy 1:36:03

3M ago1:36:03

1:36:03

Sowmya Krishnamurthy is an accomplished journalist based in New York, originally from Michigan. She is the author of ‘Fashion Killa: How Hip Hop Revolutionized High Fashion,’ available now from Simon and Schuster / Gallery Books. Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, XXL, Essence, Complex, Highsnobiety, Playboy, The Village Voice, and Time. …

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SCREAM "No More Censorship" / Franz Stahl 3:37:38

3M ago3:37:38

3:37:38

To conclude our Scream streak, longtime cohost Jeff Kaplan returns for a chat about their first non-Dischord album, No More Censorship. This episode is the first Patron-selected episode. Every five shows, we will do a special Patron's Choice episode (and no, it doesn't need to be a Dischord or DC band). It was pure kismet that one of the very first…

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Claire Bogle 1:08:54

3M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Claire Bogle is a music manager, entrepreneur, and hypnotherapist from New Mexico with exquisite taste. She is the co-founder of Scoremore Productions which is responsible for throwing the first-ever tours and shows for artists like Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, J. Cole, Wiz Khalifa, and more. We talk about her rise to success behind the scenes drive…

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SCREAM "Fumble" 1:45:51

3M ago1:45:51

1:45:51

As we near the end of our run of Scream releases, Scott Sheridan and I talk about the stand-alone Fumble album. Was it ahead omits time? Dated? Another classic or a misstep? Listen and find out.By Brian and Jeff

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Peter A. Berry 58:55

3M ago58:55

58:55

Back at it with Peter A. Berry, writer and editor at large who has bylines in XXL, COMPLEX, Pitchfork, Okayplayer and more. We talk about how we connected via my reaction to an Uncle Murda video clip that Peter put a wild spin on and how it lead to this unique episode diving into one album that has made a significant impact this year already which …

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 284 Kieran Brown corrected 59:03

4M ago59:03

59:03

Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 284 Kieran Brown Caribbean Catamaran and Revive water Systems My name is Kieran Bown, and I’ve spent the last 15 years immersed in the marine industry. My journey began as a dive instructor, traveling the world and cultivating a deep appreciation for the ocean. Subsequently, I transitioned into becoming a yacht …

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 284 Kieran Brown 59:03

4M ago59:03

59:03

Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 284 Kieran Brown Caribbean Catamaran and Revive water Systems My name is Kieran Bown, and I’ve spent the last 15 years immersed in the marine industry. My journey began as a dive instructor, traveling the world and cultivating a deep appreciation for the ocean. Subsequently, I transitioned into becoming a yacht …

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Chris Atlas 50:18

4M ago50:18

50:18

Chris Atlas is more than meets the eye. An extra popped episode with the accomplished music executive and Bronx-native who tells us about his earliest hip-hop memories running around NYC including a life-changing performance from Public Enemy at a small club in the meatpacking district. We dive into his first opportunity in the music industry as an…

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SCREAM "Banging The Drum/Fumble" 2:13:11

4M ago2:13:11

2:13:11

Continuing our Scream month with the CD compilation of Banging The Drum and Fumble. This episode I'm joined by the illustrious Ben Merlis and growling Greg Polard to geek out on the Scream team and also discuss the debatable merits of their last album before 2023.By Brian and Jeff

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CAL-A of Free Bread Intl. 1:20:47

4M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

CAL-A is a Grammy Award-winning producer, artist manager, and DJ from the Bay Area who owns and operates Free Bread Intl., a company helping brands and businesses create experiences to benefit their communities and the kids in them. He breaks down his contribution to Killer Mike's album 'Michael' which received three Grammy's including Rap Album of…

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Sailing With Norman Jewison 26:56

4M ago26:56

26:56

Sailing with Norman Jewison: A Memorable Adventure I want to share some memories I have about my time sailing with Norman Jewison. Norman Jewison was a remarkable man whose life and achievements left an indelible mark on me and those around him. Though my interactions with Norman Jewison, and his at the time girlfriend, Lynn St David were primarily…

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Yash 51:13

4M ago51:13

51:13

Yash is back with another solo episode in the thick of Super Bowl Weekend, the Waste Management Phoenix Open and Kanye's 'VULTURES 1' album release. He unveils how Usher is just another guy in the bathroom, breaks down uncleared samples and estate-beefs elicited by Ye's album combined with the intricacies behind its second-rate distribution and pro…

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SCREAM Still Screaming/This Side Up CD 1:54:30

5M ago1:54:30

1:54:30

Greg Polard joins me this episode to discuss the first Scream CD, chock full of over 30 tracks! The conversation was infinitely fun and insightful. Listen in as we talk about why this is an all time classic and why it's important that Scream are Still Screaming to this day.By Brian and Jeff

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Scott Jawson & Sam Hadelman of Dark Matter Media 1:29:23

5M ago1:29:23

1:29:23

Scott Jawson and Sam Hadelman of Dark Matter Media are music publicists making big moves in NY. We talk about NFT Stars, Universal Music Group being at odds with TikTok, and how their clients' music playing from Nissan's and Honda's in the street is proof that things are going well. They shine light on the impetus for Dark Matter Media to emerge in…

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Jade Gomez 1:30:17

5M ago1:30:17

1:30:17

Back from his annual golf trip in Florida, Yash is joined by freelance writer Jade Gomez for a new heatrock where they break down the potent influence New Jersey has had on them (and music) for better or worse. We get into the ominous news announced by Condé Nast a few weeks back that Pitchfork is being absorbed by GQ, and the implications on music…

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Sailing in Sicily and Tunisia with Andrew Vic Summer 2023 pt 3 1:09:44

5M ago1:09:44

1:09:44

Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 282 Andrew Vic 2023 pt 3 and crew positions for the Spring sailing season in the Caribbean In this episode, I disclose that all my upcoming spring sailing season in the Caribbean available crew positions have been filled. Fut if you are interested in getting on the list of futer sailing adventures just write ma …

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FUGAZI "Instrument" 2:57:08

5M ago2:57:08

2:57:08

Well, as a wise man once said, another one bites the dust... This was a unique addition to the catalog, in that it's probably the first and last documentary film on Dischord. Ben Merlis took the copilot chair for this wild ride. We laughed, we cried, we scratched our heads in confusion (and much more)! Enjoy…

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Top Anime of 2023 2:35:50

5M ago2:35:50

2:35:50

Iowa State legends Brock Purdy and David Montgomery are in the NFC Championship game against each other, and I am here for this. Anyway. Chris (@gokuffy) and Helen (@wanderindreamr) join me (@taiikumenco) to talk through our favorite anime of 2023, including also rans and some manga talk. Join the unofficial Taiiku Podcast discord, the OSMCast disc…

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Sailing in Sicily and Tunisia with Andrew Vic Summer 2023 pt 2 54:08

5M ago54:08

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 281 Andrew Vic 2023 pt 2 and crew positions for the Spring sailing season in the Caribbean In this episode, I kick things off by discussing my upcoming spring sailing season in the Caribbean and the available crew positions. If you’re interested in joining me, please send an email to franz1 at the provided websi…

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Geng PTP / King Vision Ultra 2:10:25

5M ago2:10:25

2:10:25

Geng PTP who also goes by King Vision Ultra is a native New Yorker and a man of many hats whose album 'Shook World' came out last year. On this extendo-clip episode Yash attempts to uncover a healthy dose of his repertoire; from smoothies to fitness and field recordings to music production, art and design. We nerd out on unmistakable producer tags …

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Sailing in Sicily and Tunisia with Andrew Vic Summer 2023 pt 1 1:06:32

6M ago1:06:32

1:06:32

Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 280 Andrew Vic 2023 pt 1 Sicily This is an interview with Andrew Vic where we talk about his 2023 summer sail from Sicily to Tunisia and back Links to Vics Google Earth kmz files are below http://www.sailgeja.com/geja2023.kmz Vics Photos are here: http://www.sailgeja.com/lat38-2023/ Lots of information here! And…

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2024 Kick-Off with Yash 43:45

6M ago43:45

43:45

After a short break and trip to the east coast for the holidays, Helio-Tropes returns for the new year with a special solo mission episode with its host Yash. On the first show of 2024, Yash talks about Ken Carson and the Opium crew, PETA targets at the airport, Cam'ron's watchful eye, the new Mission Impossible movie, Dave Chappelle's recent speci…

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Anime Secret Santa 2023: Pole Princess; The Great Adventure of Horus, Prince of the Sun; Franz Kafka’s A Country Doctor; Time of Eve; and Heavenly Delusion 1:13:29

6M ago1:13:29

1:13:29

A Merry Christmas to every for this edition of Anime Secret Santa, and for those that don't celebrate or don't wish to celebrate, a happy holiday or, at the very least, have a good day to you. It's Anime Secret Santa time again! We've got some anime, and we watched a subset of that anime. Chris (@gokuffy) and Patz (@PatzPrime) join me (@taiikumenco…

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 279 Jack Andrys 2023 1:04:31

6M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Jack Andrys 2023 As usual when I start talking to Jack Andrys the time just slips away. Here is a link to some of Jack’s photos. https://photos.app.goo.gl/QqBZESKH9B6ZUPZ66 Noforeignland link https://www.noforeignland.com/boat/vesna?sid=5145363304415232&tc=1593473376635 If you have suggestions for future episodes please write me a note Please Consi…

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HOOVER "Sidecar Freddie - Cable" / Joe McRedmond 3:31:19

6M ago3:31:19

3:31:19

This episode is about the Dischord half-release that brings a new band into the fold, Hoover. They were innovators and harbingers of much to come for the sonics of the 90s punk scene. Does this episode or my conversation with guitarist/vocalist, Joe McRedmond (absolutely the nicest guy I've interviewed this year), change my old bias against the ban…

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Stephanie Gotch of Partners And Associates Agency 1:16:05

6M ago1:16:05

1:16:05

Just in time for the holidays, a special episode of HT with Stephanie Gotch whose agency Partners And Associates handles marketing, creative direction, comms and pr for musicians, brands, businesses and more. We talk about Art Basel being the Spring Break of the industry and her experience in Miami with her client Westside Gunn. She breaks down wha…

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Timmhotep Aku 1:25:40

6M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

This week we are joined by none other than the Brookyln-bred, undefeated artists' champion and one-man media giant Timmhotep Aku. We talk about the musical spark that set him on a life-long journey, Video Music Box, the lessons that De La Soul taught us and the mark they made on generations in their wake — including your favorite rappers wearing De…

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CIRCUS LUPUS "Solid Brass" / Full Band Interview 3:01:59

7M ago3:01:59

3:01:59

This episode Scott Sheridan and I are joined by Sonny Kay (Angel Hair/VSS) to discuss the gnarled beauty of Solid Brass, one of the albums most deserving of being reissued. Later in the show I gather all the members together to attempt a serious discussion ( I was almost successful).By Brian and Jeff

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Frazier Tharpe 1:01:55

7M ago1:01:55

1:01:55

This week we're standing on big business with Frazier Tharpe, senior editor at GQ who recently relocated to Los Angeles from New York. We talk about him hitting the ground running immediately, attending multiple live shows across the city of Angels as soon as he touched down. We get into the recent story he wrote profiling Offset for GQ’s Man of Th…

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Jason Goldwatch 1:11:20

7M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

Jason Goldwatch is a film director and creative director from San Francisco based in Los Angeles also known for shooting music videos and documentaries. We talk about his recent short film ‘Death Valley’ with DJ Muggs, the accompanying film to the ‘Soul Assassin’s 3: Death Valley’ album. In between Jason’s bong rips he explains how the only way to …

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Evan Auerbach of Up North Trips 1:05:29

7M ago1:05:29

1:05:29

This week Evan Auerbach of Up North Trips joins us to talk about the new book he co-authored with Daniel Isenberg titled ‘Do Remember! The Golden Era of NYC Hip-Hop Mixtapes’ out now on Rizzoli. We start from the earliest days of mixtape culture and make our way to the present. Along the way we highlight DJ's and pioneers like Brucie B, the impact …

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Basquash 1:14:16

7M ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Can't wait for the Chicago White Sox to continue to be a depressing team to follow in 2024. At least there's the Seattle Mariners! *reads that the Mariners aren't going after big name free agents despite over $100m in wiggle room before the first luxury tax threshold* It's like I never left Chicago! Anyway. This episode, Chris (@gokuffy), Ink (@ink…

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Dominique Maldonado 1:20:17

7M ago1:20:17

1:20:17

Dominique Maldonado is a music manager living in Puerto Rico. We get into her Florida roots in the music biz and how she went from throwing shows locally as a promoter to booking some of most buzzing artists at the time like Travis Scott and Chance The Rapper for her Leaders of The New Cool concert series in New York, Atlanta and beyond. She breaks…

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Roger Gengo of Masked Gorilla 1:27:17

8M ago1:27:17

1:27:17

This week we are coming to you from Masked Gorilla Headquarters in Highland Park, Los Angeles with Roger Gengo, founder of Masked Gorilla and Masked Records. We talk about him being an early adopter of SoundCloud as a tool for discovering emerging artists, turning a blog into a record label and festival, as we trace the unglamorous steps in between…

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LUNGFISH "Rainbows From Atoms" 2:12:15

8M ago2:12:15

2:12:15

As you'll most likely hear, it can be hard to find words to express all the nuance and depth of meaning a favorite piece of art elicits in you. This is a perfect case in point. This album has soundtracked many years of my life, and continues to do so. With that caveat, I hope you enjoy this conversation. I always know it'll be a good episode when S…

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Uncle Paulie 1:06:41

8M ago1:06:41

1:06:41

This week one of Queens finest Uncle Paulie and I take it back to the galaxy from the comfort of our homes in Los Angeles. We talk about his connection to Queens rappers, how he got his name, taking 3rd place at the Malibu Chili Cookoff, Ruff Ryders' Drag-On, Uncle Paulie's Deli and clothing brand inspirations, the famed Cherry Valley TCS sandwich,…

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Dana Meyerson of Biz 3 Publicity 1:04:02

8M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

On this week's episode Dana Meyerson of Biz 3 Publicity joins us to discuss the media landscape past and present. We talk about my first experience at Lego Land, both iconic and awkward magazine covers she's booked over the years, conversational pitching, tastemakers vs gatekeepers, advance album promo cd's, Aphex Twin's fart trend on TikTok, desig…

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 278 Chris Ryba of S/Y Olivia Grace 58:15

8M ago58:15

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Sailing in the Mediterranean Episode 278 Chris Ryba of S/Y Olivia Grace This is from the great website Chris put together to record this voyage: https://oliviagrace.travel.blog/home-page/ This voyage began in 2015 when I sent Joy a text message: “Just an idea… what do you think of taking a 6-month sabbatical?” I also sent a link to Sailing Totem (h…

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JAWBOX / TAR "Static" / J Robbins / John Mohr / Mike Gitter 3:23:43

8M ago3:23:43

3:23:43

This episode was a lot of fun. Two bands, two songs called Static and three interviews! Ben Merlis makes a triumphant return to the cohost hotseat and we chop it up about so many things on the way to the matter at hand. J Robbins (Jawbox) returns once again, John Mohr (Tar) goes deep on the history and Mike Gitter (xXx Fanzine) takes us home with t…

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Reilly Herrera of Learn To Forget 1:11:56

8M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Reilly Herrera is a clothing designer, graphic designer, musician and the founder of clothing brand Learn To Forget. We talk about his punk roots growing up in Fullerton, CA, the chaos of COMPLEXCON, his brand's evolution, his band Night Verses' new album, post-sneaker culture, our graffiti past-lives, and much more.…

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