Best Jacob Rodriguez Podcasts (2024)

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182. LIFERS -Jim DeRogatis 1:32:26

2h ago1:32:26

1:32:26

If you were at all worried that famed Chicago rock critic, SOUND OPINIONS co-host, and prickly pear-par excellence Jim DeRogatis might be mellowing with age — fear not! We’re here to assure you that Jim is is just as fearless and opinionated as ever. And it’s a delight. On this episode he talks about being transformed by Lester Bangs and The Velvet…

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181. LIFERS - The “Stick To The Music” Episode 1:03:12

3h ago1:03:12

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In these hopelessly divided times, is it possible to come together and talk about our differences while understanding and revelling in our commonalities? Uhhh… Nope. So instead we talk about tiny alligators, old jokes, vegans, keyboard warriors, and farting in the tub. Viva la diplomacy!!!By The LIFERS Podcast

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Danny Trejo 1:07:11

12d ago1:07:11

1:07:11

No introduction needed for the great Danny Trejo!By Popeye Ray

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180. LIFERS - Vic Bondi 1:30:49

7d ago1:30:49

1:30:49

Let’s get political! This week we’ve got punk rock legend Vic Bondi on the show to scare the hell out of us and talk about the specter of fascism in America. Fun stuff! We also talk about Vic’s band Articles Of Faith, his other band Jones Very, Howard Zinn, Microsoft, KFC, The Clash, Chicago punk rock, John Haggerty, Reed Mullins, Husker Du, Redshi…

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7-16-24 New Meadmakers Series – Stewart Jacobs 2:14:34

11h ago2:14:34

2:14:34

Tonight we'll be talking with newer meadmaker Stewart Jacobs. Stewart is in the Seattle area. We'll talk techniques, recipes and mead making in general.Stewart is an aerospace engineer in the Seattle area who has been making mead in 5 gallon batches since 2016. He has made at least a dozen unique batches with a variety of different additives since …

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179. LIFERS - Mike McIntyre 1:20:44

7d ago1:20:44

1:20:44

“A bartender is the aristocrat of the working class”. Douglas Coughlin said that. And he could’ve been talking about Mike McIntyre. Like all great bartenders, Mike is an iceberg: You look behind the bar and you see a guy with a sharp sense of humor and wicked way with a cocktail shaker — but underneath the water is a hustler with gravitas and a shi…

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South Central Gang Life to US Navy Master Chief | Raul R. Ramos 38:11

1d ago38:11

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This episode we interview Raul R. Ramos, author of "Ese to Master Jefe: From Street Gang Life in South Central Los Angeles to US Navy Master Chief". This is an inspiring story I think we can all learn from.By Popeye Ray

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178. LIFERS - Alex Jacobs 1:18:48

8d ago1:18:48

1:18:48

“An art house version of ‘Friday The 13th’ from Jason’s point of view” is the kind of brilliantly simple movie hook that makes every armchair director slap their forehead and shout “Why didn’t I think of that?!?” And from the moment he was given the script to Shudder’s very fun horror hit IN A VIOLENT NATURE, editor Alex Jacobs knew he had to work …

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Svetlana Ilieva Bliznakova On the band Sevi, Newest Album Genesis, New Single World That Doesn’t Fit 31:44

1M ago31:44

31:44

Joining the show for the first time is the lead vocalist Sevi Svetlana Ilieva Bliznakova chats with Edward about her career so far from going from a solo career to leading a rock band, Sevi newest album Genesis, Sevi newest single Single World That Doesn't Fit, First UK Tour for the group and much more. For more information about Edward go to: http…

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177. LIFERS - Dimitri Coats 1:23:43

15d ago1:23:43

1:23:43

This week we’re all about rockers and their movies. After Scott engages in some hemming and hawing over the threat of competing “pseudo-narrative” concert films, the guys welcome rock and roll movie director Dimitri Coats to the show to talk about his new OFF! flick: FREE LSD. We touch on the upcoming final OFF! shows and his first band Burning Bri…

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Daniel "Twitch" Franco 47:30

22d ago47:30

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Daniel has gone through a lot during his boxing including holding the IBF Feather Weight Title and also experiencing traumatic brain injury during a fight which lead to being in a coma for ten days. On this episode we talk about the high's and lows of his career and what he is doing now with his boxing gyms.…

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Manny Rodriguez On PFL, Being Involved In The MMA World, How Manny Got To Where He Is Today 49:16

1M ago49:16

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Joining the show for the first time is combat sports commentator Manny Rodriguez chats with Edward about his career so far, Working with PFL, The reaction of Manny's work, How Manny stays relevant, What goals does Manny has for the rest of 2024, Who does Manny want to collaborate with, Answering your questions and much more. For more information ab…

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Salina De La Renta On Mance Warner, The Return Of Konnan, Salina On Contra Unit & Jacob Fatu 46:33

1M ago46:33

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Today on this flashback episode Edward takes you back to 2019 where Edward is joined by Major League Wrestling star Salina de la Renta. Salina discusses Mance Warner and responds to his comments he made about Salina on the last episode of this show. Salina also discusses about the return of Konnan and if Salina has anything she wants to say to him …

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Mance Warner On His Relationship with Salina De La Renta, Mance Teaming With Konnan 19:29

1M ago19:29

19:29

Today on this flashback episode Edward takes you back to 2019 where Edward is joined by Major League Wrestling star Mance Warner. Mance discusses his dislikeness for Salina De La Renta and what Mance thinks of her goons. Mance also discusses about teaming up with Konnan to take out Salina goons to talking about how Salina used Mance to get rid of S…

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Dan Perch On Refereeing For MLW, Being Put Through A Table By Jacob Fatu, Getting Exposure In The UK 1:14:28

1M ago1:14:28

1:14:28

Today on this flashback episode Edward takes you back to 2019 where Edward is joined by professional wrestling referee Dan Perch. Perch tells us how the whole Major League Wrestling came up to be apart of the fusion tapings in Wisconsin. Perch discusses how the TV tapings went in Milwaukee, to being put through a table by Jacob Fatu. Also Perch tal…

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176. LIFERS - John Haggerty 1:23:06

23d ago1:23:06

1:23:06

Some have claimed that Freud thought the Irish were impervious to therapy. While we may never know if he actually said that — we know for goddamn sure that John Haggerty is impervious to any of Scott’s lines of questioning. But that’s okay. Like all great heroes, John’s stoicism belies a heart of gold beating with generosity, fairness, and a firm b…

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Richard Holliday On His Fellow Dynasty Members, Winning The MLW World Championship In The Next 6-12 Months, Learning Spanish 38:18

1M ago38:18

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Today on this flashback episode Edward takes you back to 2019 where he is joined by Major League Wrestling star Richard Holliday chats with Edward about his relationship with his fellow Dynasty members HammerStone & MJF, Richard didn't like the questions Edward was asking, to the upcoming MLW & The Crash show which is tomorrow and what Richard is l…

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6-18-24 Francisco Olachea, Elba Copado, Frederick Rodriguez and Andrés Torres, with surprise guest Raul de la Garza – Copa de Hidromiel Mexico 2:12:03

29d ago2:12:03

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Tonight at 9PM ET we'll be getting together with Francisco Olachea, Elba Copado, Frederick Rodriguez and Andrés Torres, with surprise guest Raul de la Garza. Francisco, Elba and Frederick are the organizers of the Copa Hidromiel México, a BJCP competition in Mexico City. Between them they've an impressive collection of education and experience. We …

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Pro Cutman Jacob Duran aka "Stitch" Duran and Mike Rodriguez 1:06:33

2M ago1:06:33

1:06:33

Mike Rodriguez joins me again, this time as cohost with Jacob Duran. These are two of the best cutmen in the business.By Popeye Ray

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175. LIFERS - DJ Scary Lady Sarah 1:16:40

1M ago1:16:40

1:16:40

This week on LIFERS we’re getting schooled on goth, punk, the ‘80s club scene, Diamanda Galas — shit, we’re getting schooled on EVERYTHING! We must be talking to Chicago legend DJ Scary Lady Sarah. Sarah just celebrated her 36th year as a professional DJ and producer of the longest running goth event in North America: NOCTURNA. Take that, whippersn…

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CBN Promotions | Alex Camponovo 1:03:42

1M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Today we have an interview with promoter/manager/friend, Alex Camponovo. Today we will talk about who he signs, how he signs them, when he knows to cut someone loose and about CBN Promotions. https://www.cbnpromotions.com/By Popeye Ray

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174. LIFERS - Angela Mullenhour 1:06:16

2M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

Angela Mullenhour’s voice is like a force of nature. And nature is kinda scary. Luckily, her band Sybris is the sort of band that can keep up with that force — loud, bold, and capable of summoning up hurricane squalls of melodic noise. After an extended haitus, the beloved Chicago band is back with their long-awaited third record “Gold On Hold” (se…

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173. LIFERS - Jonny Polonsky 2:01:34

2M ago2:01:34

2:01:34

It’s great to have an old friend on the show — and this week we’ve got Jonny Polonsky. Lucky you. This is a great episode where we talk to the great singer-songwriter-studio rat about moving to and prospering in LA, growing up as a backstage-teenaged Chicago presence, bossing around Rick Rubin, Mark Lanegan, playing on a Neil Diamond session, being…

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Manny Tapia 59:45

2M ago59:45

59:45

Manny Tapia joins us today on the podcast! Manny is the owner of Millennia MMA, has a 12-4 Pro MMA record, is a top 10 ranked fighter, WEC/UFC title contender, former King of the Cage World Champ, and has a black belt in BJJ.By Popeye Ray

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172. LIFERS - Big In Japan 1:04:18

2M ago1:04:18

1:04:18

Unleashed in the East! Gabe and Ben talk to Scott and Justine while they’re doing laundry in a hotel in Osaka before making their way to Monkey Island. Confused? You won’t be after you hear this episode featuring Japanese metal bars, overconfident deer, Hear ’N Aid, Bali belly, Japanese toilets, Louise Stratten, rainy neon umbrella nights, Facebook…

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5-21-24 Minnesota Mead Mafia – Josh, Josh, Al and Adam Talk Mead Techniques and Recipes 2:15:49

2M ago2:15:49

2:15:49

5-21-24 Tonight we're talking with Adam Bystrom, Josh Mahoney, Al Boyce and Josh Holbrook, members of the aptly-nicknamed 'Minnesota Mead Mafia'.Josh Holbrook has been home brewing for since 2011 and making mead since 2013. He discovered mead at his local homebrew club when a club member brought a bottle of an attempt at Curt Stock’s Triple Berry M…

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Lauren Ruth Ward On Her Recent Tour Across The UK & EU, Newest Album Self Electric, How To Top That 49:28

3M ago49:28

49:28

Joining the show for the first time is Alternative/Indie star Lauren Ruth Ward chats with Edward about her career so far, Lauren's latest tour across the UK & EU, The reaction of Lauren's newest album Self Electric, What projects Lauren is working on, What goals does Lauren has for the rest of 2024, Who does Laruen want to collaborate with and much…

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171. LIFERS - Bali High 53:06

3M ago53:06

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Scott is supposed to be on vacation in Bali, but Gabe and Ben are relentless. So they dragged him out of bed from half a world away to record this goddamn podcast! This week the guys talk about fine Balinese cinema, spice-averse Australians, Brittany Grinder, cat poop coffee, Steve Albini’s love of Costco, Susan Backlinie, Roger Corman, “One Handsh…

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Aura Davis On The Upcoming Gigs in London, Aura's Newest Music Video The Middle 39:57

3M ago39:57

39:57

Joining the show for the first time is Rock'n'Roll star Aura Davis chats with Edward about her career so far, Aura's upcoming gigs in London at the end of the month, The reaction of Aura's newest music video The Middle so far, Heading to Switzerland at the end of the year, What we can expect from Aura for the rest of 2024, Who does Aura want to col…

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Roberto Lavorini On His Theatre Acting, Upcoming Musical Show, Places To Visit In Italy 36:23

3M ago36:23

36:23

Joining the show for the first time is Theatre Actor Roberto Lavorini chats with Edward about his career so far, What made Roberto to get involved with the theatre, Roberto's upcoming Musical at Sale Nomads, Why Roberto chose to support Manchester City, Where Roberto would recommend to visit in Italy, The reaction of Roberto's work so far, Who does…

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President of Golden Boy Promotions | Eric Gomez 51:39

3M ago51:39

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President Eric Gomez plays a pivotal role overseeing day-to-day functions of all boxing related aspects and is responsible for organizing some of the most consequential fights of the modern boxing era.By Popeye Ray

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170. QUITTERS - Tim Edwards 1:19:47

3M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

On another edition of the QUITTERS Podcast: Tim Edwards used to be Local H’s booking agent until he decided enough was enough and he walked away from the entire industry. What would drive a person to throw away the good fortune to be working with Scott? Well, if there’s an answer — good luck trying to get it out of him. On our shortest interview ev…

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5-7-24 Christopher Clarke – Four Fires Meadery in Maumee, Ohio 2:28:08

2M ago2:28:08

2:28:08

5-7-24 Tonight at 9PM ET we will be talking with Christopher Clarke, Owner/Meadmaker at Four Fires Meadery and Head Brewer at HEAVY Beer Co. in Toledo, Ohio. Chris got into making mead after first getting into homebrewing. In late 2014 he took up homebrewing, a short half a year after first getting into craft beer. His brewing buddy at the time, Ma…

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Darnell Cole On The Upcoming UK Tour, Darnell's Newest Single Life On The Run 54:49

3M ago54:49

54:49

Joining the show for the first time is American Rock and Soul artist chats with Edward about his career so far, Darnell's latest single Life On The Run, The reaction of Life On The Run so far, Working with The Vibe, Darnell on the upcoming UK tour which features The Isle of Wright Festival, What we can expect from Darnell in 2024, Who does Darnell …

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Shane Callaghan On The Now UK Debut Album Too Hot To Handle, Bruce Springsteen Playing Their Songs 36:53

3M ago36:53

36:53

Joining the show for the first time is the lead vocalist of The Now UK Shane Callaghan chats with Edward about The Now UK debut album Too Hart To Handle, The reaction they have received so far, The story behind the cover art where the band are in jump suits, Bruce Springsteen playing their songs in the USA, Shane story behind his Tattoo and much mo…

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169. LIFERS - Scott Quist and Real Rock’n’Roll Movers 1:40:37

3M ago1:40:37

1:40:37

When the LIFERS Podcast moved offices and we needed movers — we wanted real movers, real service… real rock and roll. So we called the guys at REAL ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MOVERS. These guys delivered rock solid service. If you’re planning a move —residential, commercial, whatever— you gotta call the REAL ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MOVERS. Plus their boss man used to pla…

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Fabio D'Andrea Discusses His New Single Into The Clouds Featuring Renee Stewart, The upcoming album called 24 36:39

3M ago36:39

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Joining the show for the first time is an award winning pianist, composer, songwriter and producer Fabio D'Andrea chats with Edward about his career so far, Fabio's new single Into The Clouds Featuring Renee Stewart, The reaction of Into The Clouds so far, The upcoming album called 24, Working with Peter Andrea, Mel B and many others, What are Fabi…

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James Quinn Discusses The Consumer, Reaction To Check Mate, Working With Michael Cane, Rowdy Piper, Goals For 2024 1:04:31

3M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Joining the show for the first time is an award winning actor James Quinn chats with Edward about his career so far, James's new film he is staring in called The Consumer, The reaction of Check Mate, Working with some great people from the world of acting and wrestlers, Where does James sees himself in five years from now, What we can expect from J…

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168. LIFERS - Scott McCaughey 1:28:39

3M ago1:28:39

1:28:39

Behold the quintessential lifer in these matters: Scott McCaughey. Now this podcast is getting somewhere. Scott was a king of Seattle before it was cool while his band Young Fresh Fellows were roaming the untested wilds of the ‘80s college-rock countryside. This led to now-mythical tours with The Replacements and a crucial and long-standing musical…

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Beef Discusses The Different Promotions He Works for, Beef On His Name, Beef's Popularity, When Can We See Beef In The UK 53:12

3M ago53:12

53:12

Joining the show for the first time is professional wrestler Beef chats with Edward about his career so far, From working AAW, PPW, OVW and ROH, The reaction Beef has received, Who inspired Beef to get in the wrestling business and working out, Where does Beef sees himself in five years from now, What we can expect from Beef in 2024, Dream match fo…

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Alexander Hammerstone Discusses How He Got Into MLW, Hammerstone discusses Why His Hair Cut May Of Helped Him Get More Exposure 48:16

4M ago48:16

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Today on this flashback episode Edward takes you back to August 2019 where he is joined by the hottest wrestler in Major League Wrestling Alexander Hammerstone. Alexander Hammerstone discusses how he got into MLW to why he thinks by cutting his hair may of helped to get exposer to be apart of MLW. Hammerstone discusses about the Dynasty having all …

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167. LIFERS - Jake Burns 1:20:35

4M ago1:20:35

1:20:35

It’s legend time again around here at the LIFERS podcast. Of all the bands to emerge from the punk explosion of the late ‘70s, few were as adept at fusing melody and fury in quite the same way that the great Stiff Little Fingers were. Seminal in every way, SLF would go on to influence Naked Raygun, Green Day, and pretty much every punk band that ev…

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A Doctor's Perspective on Boxing | Third Man in the Ring 38:17

4M ago38:17

38:17

On this weeks episode we get a doctor's perspective on boxing.By Popeye Ray

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Kara Connolly We talk Topping Your Last Single, Kara expose some of the bad practices of the entertainment industry! 1:10:20

4M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

Joining the show today is singer, songwriter & Actress Kara Connolly chatting with Edward about music creation, topping the last single, revealing Kara future releases, What Kara is writing about currently, Kara's acting auditions, & Kara expose some of the bad practices of the entertainment industry! For more information about Edward go to: https:…

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Tora Dahle Aagård On Her Latest Single Sugar, Who Tora Wants To Collaborate With, Possible Album Coming In 2025 31:36

4M ago31:36

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Joining the show for the first time is singer/songwriter Tora Dahle Aagård chats with Edward about her latest single Sugar, Upcoming album scheduled for release in 2025, Who inspired Tora to become a singer, What we can expect from Tora in 2024, Who does Tora want to collaborate with in 2024 and much more. For more information about Edward go to: h…

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Jordan Castle On NJPW, Being Involded With NJPW Dojo Shows, Jordan On Moving From Boston To West Coast 1:00:37

4M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Joining the show for the first time is Broadcaster, Ring Announcer & Commentator Jordan Castle chats with Edward about his career so far, Being involved with the NJPW Dojo shows, What can we expect from Jordan in 2024, Jordan talks about his broadcast career which involves radio, Who inspired Jordan to be apart of the crazy world of Pro Wrestling, …

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166. LIFERS - Kii Arens 1:15:51

4M ago1:15:51

1:15:51

Twin-Cities ex-pat, L.A. transplant, and Local H’s album cover go-to guy in the ‘00s — Kii Arens joins us on the show this week. But as you’ll hear, all is not smooth and bump-free in podcasting land. Nevertheless, we managed to talk with our ol’ pal about huge boy bands in the UK, singing on KISS records, opening up for DIO as a mime, Jack The Rap…

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4-9-24 Bryce and Savannah at Fox and Raven Meadery 2:03:11

3M ago2:03:11

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Tonight we're talking with Bryce and Savannah, husband and wife owners of Fox and Raven Meadery in Carollton, Texas.Fox & Raven Mead is Savannah and Bryce, a husband and wife team, creating Meads inspired by the stories that enchant them. They met at a movie theater eighteen years ago where they worked (mainly for the perk of free movies). They are…

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Ronnie Riddle On New Album From Preacher Stone Called V, Upcoming UK Tour 19:51

4M ago19:51

19:51

Joining the show for the first time is the lead vocalist of Preacher Stone Ronnie Riddle chats with Edward about their new Album V came out today, Preacher Stone upcoming UK Tour with Tom Killner, What can we expect from the tour, Who inspired Ronnie to become a singer, Telling Edward some funny stories so far from his career, What are Preacher Sto…

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165. LIFERS - April F-f-f-foolin’ 1:37:59

4M ago1:37:59

1:37:59

Around here at the LIFERS Podcast — we kinda HATE April Fool’s Day. And now you people are gonna hear about it! PLUS: Taco Bell, “Rampage”, a mini-round of WHAT’S THE BEST: Lemonheads, Japanese “Alias” bootlegs, Un-punk Gabe, River vs. Rivers, Joe Flaherty, The Wisconsin Film Festival, “Tuff Turf” vs. Tuff TERFs, dumbbells, and we may or may not be…

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