A tradition unlike any other... A Very Pop Punk Christmas Special! In 2023, the boys decided to mimic their favorite washed up pop punk artists - unable to produce new content, but always good for a hometown holiday show! "May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door" Neck Deep: "Decem…

So this is Christmas, and what have the boys done?Kean Bean got a new lady friend, and Mikey Boy got a son! In keeping with tradition, we bring to you, our beloved posse, the 2022 installment of "A Very Pop Punk Christmas Special." And in keeping with tradition, we bring it to you fashionably late, like the true pop punkers we are! As we wrap anoth…

Welcome back to Part 2, and the exciting conclusion of Mike and Keanan's true crime careers! With "The Click" mystery put to bed, the boys turn their attention to other cold cases from Good Charlotte's self-titled album. Amnesia: Where was the HFStival actually held? Mysterious Creature: Who is Satan's daughter? Star-Crossed Love: Is "Change" reall…

In the past, our fearless hosts have contemplated abandoning pop punk and diving into the dubious world of true crime. Well, this week they summon some courage and do just that! Join Mike and Keanan for this two-part miniseries as they get to the bottom of the mysterious disappearance of Good Charlotte's song, "The Click," off their self-titled alb…

Ugh, it's been a week and Mike's epidermis is STILL infected?! What could it be, an ingrown hair or something? He has a hot date with Abbey tomorrow, should he cancel? Haha, just kidding ya'll! Mike doesn't go on dates. But the infection is real. Let's rub some lotion on it and dive into Part 2 of this Sum 41 classic! Favorite songs:Keanan - Over M…

Hey posse, when was your last infection? They don’t make ‘em like they used to, that’s for sure. Mike's son had an ear infection just last week. Poor guy. Mike took him to the doctor and you know what he said? He said, “Hey doc, does this look infected?” And the doctor said, “That’s my favorite Sum 41 album! How did you know?!” And then he gave Mik…

Part 1 was good, right?! Did we whet your appetite? Keep you wanting more? Well we're back this week to bring you Part 2 of Blink 182's Take Off Your Pants and Jacket - the episode so nice, we did it twice! Favorite songs: Keanan - Online Songs Mike - Stay Together for the Kids "The Rock Show" Music Video "Stay Together for the Kids" Music Video Pa…

Season 3 baybay! Welcome back to our rock show, posse. Did you miss us? In honor of the BIGGEST pop punk reunion of the century (talking about us, obvi), we channel our inner Mark, Tom, and Travis to explore Blink 182's 2001 masterpiece, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket. We know what you're thinking - you're a little overdressed for the occasion. Go …

Well, well, well... who do we have here? The boys are FINALLY back for Season 3 and reveal exactly what they've been up to for the past several months and what's to come in the months ahead. Concerts, jobs, babies, and a Blink reunion!? Woah boy, it's good to be back! Blink-182 "Edging" Music Video Blink-182 Tour Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/po…

Oh no! Mike is feeling sad this holiday season. Will Keanan be able to cheer him up using the power of pop punk Christmas music?! The future of the podcast hangs in the balance. Tune into this very special edition of the PPP to see what happens! SNL - December to Remember How Mike and Keanan reacted when they got their N64s Toys R Us Super Toy Run …

Hum Hallelujah, it’s the Season 2 finale! Thnks fr th mmrs, Posse. Even though they weren’t so great... sike! As a special reward for sticking with us, Keanan came through on his promise and snagged olympic gold medalist and pop punk enthusiast TESSA GOBBO-ZIMMERMAN! Together we explore every nook and cranny of Fall Out Boy’s third LP, Infinity on …

It's the penultimate episode of Season 2... say it ain't so! Join us for some teenage breakups, surfing, and air guitar as we take a fond look back at Weezer’s 1994 debut, colorfully nicknamed the Blue Album. Find out how little we knew about alcohol at age 12 and how interested we are in Dungeons & Dragons at age 30. So, what are you waiting for? …

Episode Notes You’ve been very naughty pop punk posse! But fortunately this week we have a confessional, a Dashboard Confessional! Grab your tissues and let the tears stream as we discuss A Mark, a Mission, a Brand, a Scar with longtime friend of the show and devoted patron TOMMY LINDEMAN. Tommy was kind enough to bring both his unique wit and also…

Episode Notes This week we're joined by a handful of guests... of the monster variety! Though Halloween may be over, we can't escape the creepy creatures in Hellogoodbye's album, Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! Despite the terrifying title, the only thing scary about this episode is lead singer Forrest Kline's dysfunctional relationships. Bab…

Episode Notes Boo! Did we scare you? We’re just preparing you for this week’s special Halloweeeen episode: My Chemical Romance’s The Black Parade. Hop on this haunted hayride and join us for a spo0o0oky adventure featuring war, sickness, death, and hell. You know, the key ingredients for good family fun! Favorite Songs:Keanan - TeenagersMike - Famo…

Episode Notes Hot off our Avril Lavigne episode, we remain in the Great White North to visit her ex-hubby Deryck Whibley and his Sum 41 bandmates. Don’t expect to hear too many bubblegum pop songs this week as we explore the band’s third installment, Chuck. What major life event inspired this darker, heavier sound? Only one way to find out… Favorit…

Episode Notes After some much needed R&R, the boys are officially back! Join us for the long-awaited season two reboot - Avril Lavigne’s smash hit album, Let Go. It’s hard to believe Avril was only 17 when this album dropped in mid-2002, but it’s truly one for the ages. Is she the ultimate pop punk princess? Listen and decide for yourself! Favorite…

Were you expecting Avril Lavigne? From Sarasota to England, it's been a summer. In addition to catching you up on the summer action, we have an extensive Hella Mega Tour recap. Check out the bands' sets below! Weezer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hec9C0sOEHU Fall Out Boy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8QXFJI8PXg Green Day - https://www.yout…

Mike found his old Tumblr and with it a post from 2010 which listed the ten albums that changed his young life up until that point. Listen to find out what they are! Make your own list! Let's compare! Lists are fun! Manchester Orchestra | Brand New | Kevin Devine covers Neutral Milk Hotel's "Holland, 1945"- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okJzuCa2K…

Hey! This isn't the Avril Lavigne episode! Time to hit the brakes on this break! Mike flies solo and gets into a few pressing topics. What he’s listening to, what he’s looking forward to, and what’s been going on the past two months! Bomb the Music Industry: "Side Projects Are Never Successful" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4FxiYbqs7M Now Playin…

Episode Notes Local legends, hometown heroes, whatever you want to call them… that’s what The Starting Line is for us! We bring on our season one contest winner and TSL superfan PATRICE MULHERN to revisit the Philly band's debut album, Say It Like You Mean It. How many songs are about one specific girl (Karina!)? Place your bets! Favorite Songs -Pa…

Episode Notes Gunter glieben glauchen globen. You know what that means… it’s The Offspring week! Through their album Americana, the California punk rockers give their own state of the union address and the state is, uh, not great? We do our patriotic duty and explore what’s changed since 1998 (stealing VCRs) and what hasn’t (the man keepin’ you dow…

Episode Notes Before Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness and Jack's Mannequin, there was a little piano band called Something Corporate that took the music industry by storm. With a sound that transcended the typical pop punk mold, but themes that stayed close to the genre's roots, it was a band that appealed to the wider masses (and we consult our fa…

Episode Notes Welcome back, posse, to our glorious 20th episode! In celebration of this incredible feat we will be exploring New Found Glory's 2004 album, Catalyst. Why does this album remind Mike of middle school nosebleeds? And why did Keanan feel the need to buy it twice? Only one way to find out! Favorite Songs -Keanan: This DisasterMike: Failu…

Episode Notes If you haven't heard Sugarcult’s 2001 album Start Static, what are you waiting for? It’s time to drink the kool-aid and join this cult once and for all! There's a reason it was basically the Van Wilder soundtrack... it's the epitome of the 2000s pop punk sound. One taste of this sweet, sugary treat and you'll be "Bouncing Off the Wall…

Episode Notes The guys had a few come to Jesus moments this week as they explored pop punk of the Christian variety: Relient K’s album, Mmhmm. Cancel your weekly therapy session... the only therapy you'll need are the self-reflective, introspective lyrics of Matt Thiessen and his pop punk brethren. Feeling useless? Fear not! Let this episode be you…

Episode Notes Everyone remain calm! There's no reason to start a Riot! In our long overdue Paramore episode, we discuss the band's second album which catapulted them to stardom. Join us as we review some all-timers and gush over our all-time crush (crushcrush)... Hayley Williams! Favorite Songs--Keanan: crushcrushcrushMike: For a Pessimist, I'm Pre…

Episode Notes Cue that Thin Lizzy song because the boys are back in town baybay! We missed you dearly, pop punk posse. And as a thank you for the continued support we are starting this season with a bang, Fall Out Boy's album From Under the Cork Tree. Will Season 2 be our sophomore slump or comeback of the year? You decide! Favorite Songs:Keanan: O…

Episode Notes Who doesn't love a Christmas special?! Get into the holiday spirit with us as we discuss some of our favorite pop punk holiday tunes. Cozy up to the fire, sit back, relax, and remember that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Merry Christmas you filthy animals! Mike's holiday pop punk playlist: http…

Episode 15 and our Season 1 finale is a tasty treat! We are joined by KEVIN MAIDA, lead guitarist of Knuckle Puck, to discuss one of his favorite albums of all time: Blink 182's Untitled (or Self-Titled or Blink-182 depending on who you ask... argue amongst yourselves). Did he go all Gordon Bombay from D2 and try to big league us? No way, because d…

You can't just yell "Panic!" at the disco. That's like yelling "Bomb!" at the airport. Do these Sin City bad boys care? Not a groomsbride's chance in hell! Come one come all as we discuss an album that covers everything from alcoholism to adultery and touches on every novel Chuck Palahniuk has ever written. We swear to shake it up if you swear to l…

Is this our spo0o0okiest episode yet? You bet! Break out your finest black attire and darkest makeup because this week we join My Chemical Romance and reflect on life, death, and killing one thousand evil men in order to fulfill a pact with the devil. You know, classic components of the human experience! You really need to listen to this episode...…

This week we discuss our favorite pop punk band from Califor… uh wait Jacksonville, Florida? Whatever brah, waves are waves! We are joined by rocket scientist in training and host of the Paper Boys podcast, CHARLIE KELLY, who helps us dissect the ultimate summer album - Ocean Avenue! Will he have chemistry with Keanan and Mike, or is this an experi…

We hear Arizona is beautiful this time of year, and these guys would know! Join us as we DEVOUR the succulent sounds of Jimmy Eat World's Bleed American. Jim Adkins and the fellas have a few thoughts on American society, relationships, and just being yourself! We're on our feet, we're on the floor, we're good to go. Now all we need is just to hear …

It's 2002 in suburban Philadelphia. They may not realize it yet, but three bratty 12-year-olds are about to discover an album that will change their lives forever: Good Charlotte's The Young and the Hopeless. On this episode we are joined by professional musician and recording artist, former guitarist of the Gummi Bear Warriors, and friend of the p…

Let’s set the scene — late 2002 in Stillwater Oklahoma an 18-year-old, blue eyed, shaggy haired (male model?) Tyson Ritter is inspired to compose an album following a rollercoaster relationship ride. Though sad, his heartbreak spawned a pop punk album for the ages with instruments and sounds rarely heard within the genre. This one is filled with up…

Was this the album that started the pop punk revolution? Debate away. For these two hosts it was the foundation upon which their fandom was built. Having sold twenty million copies to date, there’s a good chance you know a few of these songs. Listen to find out which ones were forbidden for 7-year-old Keanan! Favorite songs:Keanan: Basket CaseMike:…

With Labor Day behind us, we can finally rest. We no longer have to stay awake through summer like we own the heat. This week we travel back to the year 2001 in Long Island where Jesse Lacey from Brand New is busy being cheated on, dumped, and ditched. And yes, this is the album that inspired the infamous feud with Taking Back Sunday. Where do you …

The history books never make it past World War II, but we all remember how the war raged on in Long Island at the turn of the 21st century. This week Adam Lazzara, John Nolan, and their Taking Back Sunday brethren have been called out in ways "as subtle as a brick in the small of your back" and they don’t intend to "take it lying down" (if you know…

Old school Fall Out Boy, does it get any better than that? These guys love their hometown of Chicago and they don’t care who knows! In Ep. 5 of the Proj we explore the difference between space camp and science camp, 2000s pop punk fashion, real world FOB feuds (there are plenty!), and… peeping toms? Oh boy… Favorite Songs:Keanan - “Grand Theft Autu…

If you need some “Motivation” to listen to Episode 4 sometime this “Summer,” how about we won’t give you a “Fat Lip,” nerd! Jk, we’re actually friendly sometimes. Sum 41 was undoubtedly the most covered artist by our middle school band, the Gummi Bear Warriors. Their emphasis on underage partying and anti-conformity nearly convinced our principal t…

Welcome to episode 3! We're still trying to hit those nasally high notes like Jordan does. Join us as we discuss death, forgetting your significant other's birthday, and our 8th grade memory book. You won't believe what Keanan's favorite color is! Don't worry- we talk about Mark Hoppus on this ep as well. Favorite song: Keanan - "Forget My Name" Mi…

Welcome back to episode 2, our sophomore installment! Simple Plan were the kings of middle school angst, and they remind us why being 12-years old was the freakin worst. Back then nobody understood you and it was you against the world! What bizarre connection do they have to Blink 182? And which day was Mike’s “worst day ever?” Tune in to find out.…

Consider this our debut EP, a bit rough around the edges but what it lacks in polish it makes up for in energy and fun! Blink 182 takes us on a journey filled with suburban aggression, unrequited love, and growing up. Oh and don’t forget about aliens and dysentery. Can you guess which band member makes his first appearance on this album? Come find …

Welcome to The Pop Punk Project! We'll see you next week with our first episode- Blink 182's Enema of the State. Get in touch!Twitter: @poppunkprojectInstagram: @poppunkprojectpoppunkproj@gmail.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.