Best Jason Mojica Podcasts (2024)

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Johnny Berger of Jake's Pizza 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

1:10:30

We dive into the world of Chicago pizza, the perils of small business ownership, family drama, family trauma, and what constitutes a good tip for a delivery driver with Johnny Berger, author of a zine on these very topics called Jake's Pizza: 40 Years in the Pizza Business, and Other Stories. Jake's Pizza also happens to be the name of the pizza jo…

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Noah and Reza from Uni Boys 56:49

3M ago56:49

56:49

In this episode, Eric goes rogue and interviews a band from WAY after the 1970s, otherwise known as "now." Noah and Reza from the Uni Boys talk about their band, plans, cleaning products, records, and other topics. Follow Uni Boys (and co.) Uni Boys The Lemon Twigs Billy Tibbals Band ⁠ Follow The Modernist ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Medium⁠ …

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Time Entry Reservations at Mount Rainier National Park 25:43

1y ago25:43

25:43

#023 - In this episode I describe the new "time entry reservation" system being proposed to start in Mount Rainier National Park as early as summer 2024. Please make sure your voice is heard by adding your comment during the open comment period that ends June 11th. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpinegeek.com/e…

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Fifi from Firestarter 27:21

1+ y ago27:21

27:21

This episode we take you to one of the most unique places on earth - Poor Cow. You may know the owner from such hit bands as Teengenerate, American Soul Spiders, The Tweezers, and Firestarter. If you’re interested, skip the shinkansen and don’t feel bad about temples. The Modernist Society Podcast validates that Poor Cow is not only a legitimate pa…

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Robert Whiting 55:29

2+ y ago55:29

55:29

We chat with Robert Whiting, author of Chrysanthemum and the Bat, You Gotta Have Wa,Tokyo Underworld and Tokyo Junkie. Robert moved to Tokyo in 1962 as part of the U.S. Occupational Forces and has lived there on and off ever since. He believes Tokyo may current the best city on Earth, and his enthusiasm is infectious. But it wasn't always that way.…

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Bayard Winthrop of American Giant 1:01:29

3y ago1:01:29

1:01:29

We catch up with Bayard Winthrop. He’s the founder and CEO of American Giant, a San Francisco-based clothing company that specializes in a) making stuff really well, and b) making it in the USA. American Giant has been going for about 10 years now, but before that Bayard ran Chrome, Freeboard, Atlas Snowshoe, and in the heady days of the dot com bo…

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Jeff Pezzati of Naked Raygun 1:04:58

3+ y ago1:04:58

1:04:58

We hang out with Jeff Pezzati, singer of Chicago punk legends Naked Raygun and talk about all of the things: AC/DC, UFO, Big Black, comic books, Philip Jose Farmer, HVAC, Condor, and the forthcoming Naked Raygun studio album. Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Medium

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Holiday Day Drinking and Record Playing with Daryle Macoicha 1:37:00

3+ y ago1:37:00

1:37:00

We spend a delightful afternoon day drinking and playing our favorite holiday songs with founder of the OG Washinngton DC chapter of The Modernnist Society, Daryle Macoicha (AKA DJ D-Mac). Obscure tracks played and discussed! Arguments had! Digressions... digressed! This is how all Zoom meetings should be. Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Medi…

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Kevin Kelly of Wired (and so much more) 58:05

3+ y ago58:05

58:05

We talk with Kevin Kelly, founder of Wired magazine, former publisher and editor of the Whole Earth Catalogs, and co-founder of the Hackers’ Conference. Instead of talking to Kevin about AI, AR, or any of the other technological forces that are shaping our future, we take him back to 1988 to revisit one of his lesser-known books: Signal: Communicat…

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Fastest Known Times with Jason Hardrath 35:00

3+ y ago35:00

35:00

#022 - Jason Hardrath is a physical education teacher at Bonanza Elementary and a mountaineer known for tackling difficult mountaineering challenges in record times. He has a goal to complete 100 of these "fastest known times", or FKTs, and it over 3/4th of the way there. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpinegee…

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Mike Rogers of The Rotters 1:01:11

3+ y ago1:01:11

1:01:11

We tune in Tokyo and talk to Mike Rogers, lead singer of 1970s LA punk band The Rotters and host of the aptly named Mike Rogers Show. Mike is also running JIFF–the Japan Indies Film Festival Online–which is the first online film festival in Japanese history and takes place Nov. 16 and 17, 2020. It’s The Modernist Society trifecta of Japan, punk, an…

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High Routes and Traverses with Kyle McCrohan 30:10

3+ y ago30:10

30:10

#021 - Kyle McCrohan is the author and namesake behind the blog ClimberKyle.com. In this episode, we discuss what inspired Kyle to start his blog, why he is drawn to high routes and traverses, and what we would like to see for the future of hiking technology. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpinegeek.com/episode…

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PNW Peak Baggers with Bill Goodgion 32:56

4y ago32:56

32:56

#020 - Bill Goodgion is the creator and admin of the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Peak Baggers, a community of hikers, scramblers and climbers that pursue fulfillment on the summits of big mountains. Learn why he started the group and how he draws inspiration from the victories of its members, both large and small. To access the links and show notes for…

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Reflections on Rainier 33:36

4y ago33:36

33:36

#019 - On August 8, 2020, fellow climbers Karen Wallace, Catrina Kindahl-Ross and myself climbed Mount Rainier via the Disappointment Cleaver route. This was the first successful summit for each of us and had been a multi-year goal for us. In this episode, we reflect on our experience and offer our thoughts and advice for any who may be considering…

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The Goblins 20:55

4y ago20:55

20:55

We talk to The Phantom Creeper and Dom Nation of legendary masked Chicago rock band, The Goblins. Will their secret identities finally be revealed? To be honest... no. But you'll want to tune in for this short but sweet chat with these American icons. Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Medium

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CalTopo Founder Matt Jacobs 32:34

4y ago32:34

32:34

#018 - Matt Jacobs is the creator of the acclaimed website CalTopo.com and its search-and-rescue-oriented sister site, SARTopo.com. This week I sit down with Matt to discuss the origins of these tools, thoughts on some of its unique features, and where the platform is going. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpine…

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Jake Austen and Joe Losurdo 54:32

4y ago54:32

54:32

We talk to a couple of Chicago countercultural heroes: Jake Austen and Joe Losurdo. Jake is best known for his long-running Roctober zine and Chic-a-gogo public access program. Joe is a hardcore legend, having sung and played bass for Life Sentence in the late 80s and with his frankly his wife Cristina runs Regressive Films, which brought us the wo…

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Trails Less Traveled with Craig Romano 50:46

4y ago50:46

50:46

#017 - Craig Romano is an award-winning author and co-author of over 20 trail guides covering Washington state. We discuss two of his upcoming releases, Urban Trails: Vancouver, Washington, and Day Hiking the North Cascades 2nd Edition, and he shares his tips and tricks for finding solitude on trails that are increasingly overcrowded. To access the…

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Mountain Guiding During a Pandemic 48:52

4y ago48:52

48:52

#016 - Glen Young, climbing programs director for Miyar Adventures, describes how COVID-19 has impacted the guiding industry, and how Miyar Adventures is resuming guided trips under new precautions. He also discusses the creation of Karma Project, a non-profit that helps people living in remote Himalayan villages improve their lives by creating sus…

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Outdoor Leadership Styles with Sam Sanders 1:00:00

4y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

#015 - Sam Sanders discusses leadership in the outdoors. Weaving together material from NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) and even the book, "5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman, she presents a framework to help current and aspiring leaders be more empathetic and responsive to the needs of their group. To access the links and show notes for t…

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Outdoor Element with Mike Mojica 42:56

4y ago42:56

42:56

#014 - Mike Mojica is the owner and lead product designer for Outdoor Element, a gear manufacturer based out of Denver, Colorado. A proud member of the Pueblo Nation, Laguna Tribe, his Native name is “Bodaway” which means “fire maker”. That theme carries into the entire Outdoor Element product line of gear designed to help you create fire—one of th…

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Basic Conditioning for Mountain Fitness with Ian Lauder 41:50

4y ago41:50

41:50

#013 - Ian Lauder is a climb leader with the Everett branch of the Mountaineers. Along with his wife, Rodica, the pair tackle remote summits all across the Pacific Northwest. In this episode, Ian discusses conditioning for mountaineering, how he went from a haphazard approach to a purposeful plan, and the impact that had on his fitness and mountain…

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Global Adventures with Cheryl Talbert 52:17

4y ago52:17

52:17

#012 - Cheryl Talbert is a true example of the servant leader. She is the chair of the Foothills branch of the Mountaineers in Seattle, WA, and chairs or co-chairs a number of committees within the club, including hiking, backpacking, and the Global Adventures program. In this episode, Cheryl and I discuss her experience leading over 25 internation…

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Michael Bradley of The Undertones 50:13

4y ago50:13

50:13

We talk with Michael Bradley of The Undertones about what it's like being in ONE OF THE BEST BANDS EVER, what Bono did for Ireland, and that time they covered a Skrewdriver song. Michael is also the host of The Mickey Bradley Record Show on BBC Radio Ulster, and the author of Teenage Kicks: My Life as an Undertone. Follow us! Twitter Instagram Face…

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3 Strategies to Enhance Mental Wellness 23:22

4y ago23:22

23:22

#011 - The coronavirus pandemic has affected us all in some way. The most universal impact has been a deleterious effect on people's sense of well-being and mental health. Over the past couple months I struggled with anxiety and a desire to disconnect from reality. In this episode, I share a few simple tools and techniques I employed to help me sti…

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Frank Davis of Bushwick Grill Club 1:10:10

4y ago1:10:10

1:10:10

In episode ATE of The Modernist Society, we talk about cooking with puns, punk rock, and post coronavirus food culture with recipe zinester Frank Davis of Bushwick Grill Club. Follow us! Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_modernist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themodernistsociety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernistdotcom/ Medium: …

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Coronavirus Potluck with special guests 2:07:39

4y ago2:07:39

2:07:39

It's an all-star cast in this special episode in which we ring up past Modernist Society guests and other folks around the world to talk about how the coronavirus pandemic is shaking out where they live and what lies ahead. Also... they help us pick songs for an accompanying playlist. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll kiss five bucks goodbye. GUESTS…

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Breaking Halos with Katjarina Hurt 51:32

4+ y ago51:32

51:32

#010 - Katjarina Hurt is a climber, leader and educator in the Mountaineers. The loss of a close friend in a 2018 climbing accident set her on a mission to identify and combat the human factors that are too-commonly the cause of accidents among well-trained individuals. She presents a seminar called Breaking the Halo, and has published a book by th…

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Giving Effective Feedback 20:39

4+ y ago20:39

20:39

#009 - Whether at work or at play, giving effective feedback is a challenge. As outdoor leaders and educators, we are often tasked with giving feedback to those new to a potentially risky activity... and not all of the feedback is always good! In this week's episode, we delve into the elements of giving effective feedback. To access the links and s…

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Fall on Cannon Mountain with Ryan Cairnes 54:48

4+ y ago54:48

54:48

#008 - Ryan Cairnes is a mountaineer, former engineer and survivor. In November 2019 he suffered a fall while descending from Cannon Mountain, a seldom-visited peak in Washington's Enchantments area near Leavenworth. Broken and alone for days, learn how he survived his ordeal, what he wishes he'd done differently and how it has changed the way he e…

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Thru-hiking the PCT with Hadley 'KanHike' Krenkel 47:06

4+ y ago47:06

47:06

#007 - Hadley 'KanHike' Krenkel is a lifelong hiker, backpacker, and climber who thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in 2016. Learn what motivated him to begin the journey, the struggles he faced both on and off the trail, and how he has channeled his experience into giving back. Hear about the many people he crossed paths with along the way, …

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Shane Bugbee on The Joys of Satanism 1:21:27

4+ y ago1:21:27

1:21:27

By Jason Mojica, Eric Ottens

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What's on Your Scary List? with Stephen Johnson 53:50

4+ y ago53:50

53:50

#006 - Stephen Johnson has been adventuring outside since he was a kid, but one day, after bailing from a famous Washington rock scramble, he decided he needed to know more. After taking the Mountaineers Alpine Scrambling course, he decided to complete 24 scrambles in 24 weeks. In this episode, I chat with Stephen about how he found fulfillment in …

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FATMAP Co-founder Misha Gopaul 50:51

4+ y ago50:51

50:51

#005 - Misha Gopaul is the co-founder of the 3D adventuring platform, FATMAP. In this interview, Misha and I discuss the origins of FATMAP, its rapid evolutions, and what new features users have to look forward to in the near future. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpinegeek.com/episode5…

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Explorer's Grand Slam with Lei Wang 42:57

4+ y ago42:57

42:57

#004 - Meet Lei Wang, an accomplished mountaineer, author and public speaker who was the first Asian American and the first Chinese woman to reach the highest summits on each of the seven continents, as well as the North and South poles. It's called the "Explorer's Grand Slam", and few have achieved this incredible feat of determination, focus and …

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Yoga for the Trail with Lori Heath 44:07

4+ y ago44:07

44:07

#003 - Certified Yoga instructor and alpine enthusiast Lori Heath talks about the importance of yoga practice to complement your outdoor fitness routine, and how you can experience greater mindfulness and awareness in the alpine through this ancient practice. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit: https://alpinegeek.com/episode…

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Summits on the Air with Chris Caviezel 53:10

4+ y ago53:10

53:10

#002 - Learn about Summits on the Air (SOTA) a hobby originating the UK that combines passion for the mountains with amateur radio. Chris Caviezel is an experienced leader for the Mountaineers and a SOTA enthusiast, and we discuss how he got in the hobby, how it works, and how you can get started. To access the links and show notes for this episode…

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Welcome to the Alpine Geek! 22:56

4+ y ago22:56

22:56

#001 - Thanks for tuning in to first ever episode of the Alpine Geek Podcast! In this episode I talk a little about who I am, why I created this podcast and give a preview of the kinds of amazing guests and topics you can expect from not only the podcast, but the website, moving forward. If you'd like to get the show notes for this episode, includi…

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Tim Kinsella and Jenny Pulse of GOOD FUCK 59:34

4+ y ago59:34

59:34

We talk about records that sound like they're broken, hangover cures, booking your own fuckin' life, the creative wellspring that is the desert, and musical firsts with Tim Kinsella and Jenny Pulse of the totally accessible electronic rock duo, GOOD FUCK.Follow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_modernistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themoder…

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Steven Svymbersky of Quimby's 1:12:42

4+ y ago1:12:42

1:12:42

We talk zines and DIY everything with Steven Svymbersky, founder of the OG Quimby's Queer Store in Chicago and current proprietor of Quimby's Bookstore NYC.Follow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_modernistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themodernistsocietyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernistdotcom/Medium: https://medium.com/themo…

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Anna Fifield of The Washington Post 1:12:27

4+ y ago1:12:27

1:12:27

We talk about Anna's adventures in China, North Korea, Japan and beyond. Oh, and of course... juggalos. Follow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_modernistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themodernistsocietyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernistdotcom/Medium: https://medium.com/themodernist/…

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Thomas Morton 1:15:54

5y ago1:15:54

1:15:54

We talk rock biographies, spy planes, the pros and cons of waking up Rip Van Winkle, with Thomas "Baby Balls" Morton. Follow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_modernistFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/themodernistsocietyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernistdotcom/Medium: https://medium.com/themodernist/…

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Jake Adelstein of Tokyo Vice 1:26:14

5y ago1:26:14

1:26:14

Jason and Eric talk journalism, the yakuza, and international living with investigative reporter and "Tokyo Vice" author, Jake Adelstein.By Jason Mojica, Eric Ottens

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