The 'Punks In Pubs is like no other, stepping away from the standard studio interview. Liam takes the chat to the local pub and invites his guest to have a natter over a pint! The show features in-depth and candid conversations with a wide range of guests from the punk rock community from musicians, actors, comedians, politicians and other creatives. The podcast also aims to promote and push unsigned punk artists by providing free sponsorship on the podcast and across its socials. If you wou ...
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Home of Metal presents 'At The Mermaid'. The Mermaid was a large, dilapidated pub in Sparkhill, a working-class neighbourhood three miles south of Birmingham city centre. The laid-back landlords welcomed teenage punks, hippies and rockers to play weirdo music in the upstairs room, charging very little money for very bad cider. The Mermaid became a hub of DIY music scene in the 1980s, with £1 gigs, punk all-dayers, 'zine and tape swapping. It was also a site of political education for many, a ...
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2000trees 2024 Special (Meryl Streek, Loose Articles, Carsick, and Problem Patterns.)
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Welcome to our special episode at 2000trees, where we conduct four interviews with four fantastic bands (in order of appearance) Meryl Streek, Loose Articles, Carsick, and Problem Patterns. Thanks to Avem for sponsoring this episode. For more information about the band, click this link. A special thank you to 2000trees for hosting us. You can get e…
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It's a special episode of Punks in Pubs! On the back of the last episode with Matthew Medney, a comic book writer and the former CEO of the Heavy Metal franchise, Liam revisits his 2015 BBC radio documentary, "White Men In Capes." Originally pitched with a more provocative title! The documentary explores the diversity, or lack thereof, within the c…
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Matthew Medney (Comic Book writer and former CEO of Heavy Metal Magazine CEO)
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We're back from our Mexico trip and delving into the realms of comics and sci-fi in our latest episode featuring Matthew Medney, former CEO of the iconic Heavy Metal franchise! We discuss his tenure at the helm of this legendary brand, as well as his current endeavour, "Mutant Cats," with Gungnir. Our conversation delves into his enthusiasm for cre…
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Nick Edwards - Britain's Got Talent
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This week on Punks In Pubs, we're in a bar in St Albans with Nick Edwards! Nick's not just a familiar face (and voice – over 13 million YouTube views!). He's a man Liam knows well, so well that he was Nick's Best Man! Join us as we delve into Nick's musical journey, from mosh pits in Luton to the dazzling lights of Britain's Got Talent. You can wat…
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Liam sits down with the extraordinary Ali Smith, author, photographer, and former bass player of the indie avant-garde punks Speedball Baby. From a pub in North London, Liam and Ali dive deep into her new book "The Ballad of Speedball Baby." This riveting book chronicles Ali's wild ride through the punk scene, from rebellious beginnings in New York…
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In this festive episode of the Punks in Pubs Podcast, host Liam Bird takes a nostalgic trip back to 2018, revisiting Episode 29 with special guest Dave King, the mastermind behind Flogging Molly. As the holiday spirit fills the air, Liam and Dave unwrap stories about Punk Rock, reminisce about Dave's musical hero Ronnie Drew of The Dubliners, and d…
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PIP Revisit: Johnny Christmas ( Reel Big Fish )
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In this special Christmas episode, join Liam on a journey back to December 2017 as he revisits Episode 3 of Punks in Pubs. In this throwback, Liam sits down with Johnny Christmas, the talented trumpet player of the iconic ska band Reel Big Fish. Dive into the candid conversation where they discuss the challenges Reel Big Fish faced, teetering on th…
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Our guest for this episode is Dr. Nishant Joshi, is a remarkable figure. By day, he's a dedicated doctor, and by night, he's the frontman of the punk rock band Kill The Icon. But that's just the beginning of his story. Dr. Nishant Joshi fearlessly called out the UK government for their handling of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVI…
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Join your host, Liam Bird, as he navigates the heatwaves and existential crises of our time. In this episode, Liam sits down with Dylan Slocum, the singer, guitarist, and songwriter from the incredible Spanish Love Songs. Recorded in a hot and sweaty London bar, their conversation covers various topics, from magazine epitaphs to alcoholism, venue s…
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Get ready to dive into the heart and soul of punk culture with our latest episode! We sit down with Chris Wigmore, a passionate force behind the collective of "Punk: Rage & Revolution." exhibition in Leicester' This extraordinary showcase goes beyond punk history, from its '70s origins while also shining a spotlight on Leicester's local punk scene …
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Live 2000 Trees panel discussion special on 'Gatekeeping.'
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In this episode, recorded live at the 2000 Trees Festival, we shine a spotlight on the issue of gatekeeping in the music scene. On the panel to participate in the conversation are BEX, a fearless punk artist; Jule Konrad, an agent from FMLY Agency, an agency fostering a diverse roster and Leah Stanhope, from the unique band Congratulations. Togethe…
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Our final episode looks at the lasting impact of The Mermaid, and its effects on people's lives. What it meant to be an outsider, and the power to be gained from finding your people. To create this podcast, we interviewed people who were part of the Mermaid scene, including Justin Broadrick (Napalm Death, Godflesh, Final), Nicholas Bullen (Napalm D…
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We are back with a bang Edward Colver! Colver was more than just a photographer; he was a witness to a cultural revolution, capturing pivotal moments that would shape music history forever. In this episode, we explore the unique path that led Colver from the peace and love of the hippy era to the raw energy, sometimes violent but always rebellious …
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In this episode we hear about the iconic gigs at The Mermaid - it's seen by many as the birthplace of grindcore - and there was lots of other noise being made in this pub in Sparkhill too. Napalm Death were regulars on the stage, but, it seems, they weren't responsible for the loudest gig ever to be played on that corner of the Stratford Road... To…
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In this episode we learn more about The Mermaid - how it was a hub for some groups - and the political background of 1980s Birmingham. The Mermaid was a hub for alternative thinking aswell as music, and is seen by many as the birthplace of grindcore. To create this podcast, we interviewed people who were part of the Mermaid scene, including Justin …
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In this episode we're introduced to The Mermaid, a large dilapidated pub in Sparkhill, in Birmingham. In the 1980s it was a hub for alternative music, and is seen by many as the birthplace of grindcore. To create this podcast, we interviewed people who were part of the Mermaid scene, including Justin Broadrick (Napalm Death, Godflesh, Final), Nicho…
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Home of Metal presents 'At The Mermaid'. The Mermaid was a large, dilapidated pub in Sparkhill, a working-class neighbourhood three miles south of Birmingham city centre. The laid-back landlords welcomed teenage punks, hippies and rockers to play weirdo music in the upstairs room, charging very little money for very bad cider. The Mermaid became a …
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Our guest for this episode is Pkew Pkew Pkew Singer/songwriter and Bass player Mike Warne. You can find more if Pkew x3 is playing near you via this link. Also, Liam gives an update on where the fuck he has been. Ukraine Punck Act Cardinal Birds sponsor the podcast. Go pick up a copy of their new single '3 Loaded Guns' via this link Thank you to Fi…
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We are at the home of one of the biggest music festivals... Reading... But not at Reading Festival! We are in a warehouse 15 minutes from Reading Train station. Inside that warehouse are Dane White and Dom Gemski, co-founders of Phantom Brewing Co. In this episode, I speak to Dane and Dom about their upcoming pop-punk festival, ' Hop Punk Festival'…
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Our first guest of 23 is guitarist and songwriter Zach Blair of Rise Against. We talk about growing up in small towns, being straight edge in a band troubled by drugs (GWAR) and, of course, we talk about Rise Against. Check out Zach's podcast Anti-Heroes, Rise Against new(ish) EP Nowhere Generation 2. Thank you so much to Phantom Brewing Co for spo…
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Happy Christmas... The best gift you can give is a rate and review xxx See you in 23 x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Julian Cashwan Pratt & Harlan Steed - Show Me The Body
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Our guest for this episode is two thirds of New York's own 'Show Me The Body', Julian Cashwan Pratt and Harlan Steed. New album, Trouble the Water, is available now. Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it. Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the pod…
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Our guest for this episode is PhilanthroPunks - Ali Keane. PhilanthroPunks takes place @ Moor Beer Vaults on Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, and Sunday 20th November - Tickets start at just £5, Click this link to get your tickets All money raised will go to the homeless charity Glass Door Thank you to Maggot House for sponsoring this episode. Follow th…
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The best podcast that your mates dont know about yet is back... and we are in a pub! Our guest for this episoed of the podcast is Jack Wilson. Vocals, guitars of Hastings own punk rock band Kid Kapichi. Kid Kapichi new album 'Here's What You Could Have Won' is availble NOW! Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate …
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2000 Trees Special: Rolo Tomassi, Puppy, Muncie Girls
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The sun was out, and the beer flowed as we took the podcast on the road to the 2000 Trees Festival. We sat down and spoke with Lande Hekt (Muncie Girls) James Spence and Chris Cayford (Rolo Tomassi) Jock Norton and Billy Howard Price (Puppy) We also talk to the Samaritans festival team about the need for mental health support at music events. Thank…
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Chris Cresswell (The Flatliners and Hot Water Music)
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Chris is back for his second go-around. We speak new album 'New Ruin' (pre-order a copy), leaving Rise and going back to Fat, COVID, being back on the road and Stand Up comedy, plus much more. Thank you to Ukrainian punks Cardinal Birds for sponsoring this podcast episode. Go pick up a digital copy of their new track 'Uke Line' via Bandcamp. Follow…
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Yes, I know we are late… In this episode, we have TikTok pop-punk star and multi-talented musician Cappy AKA HummusVacuum. We talk Punk Rock, ADHD, Dyslexia, The Flatliners, comedian Bo Burnham, performing stand up and TikTok algorithm and burnout. You can check out Cappy's TikTok page via this link and check out his bands, The Grievance Club and T…
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In this month's episode, Liam speaks about the new punk documentary 'Wake Up Punk' by director Nigel Askew. Liam speaks to Nigel about his relationship with the documentary's main protagonists, Joe Corre and Vivienne Westwood, and why he felt he needed to capture Joe burning an alleged £5M worth of Punk memorabilia! As well as the documentary, Nige…
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Ukrainian Punk band Cardinal Birds are our guests for this special episode. Dee, Max and Vlad are all still in Ukraine and living with the reality of war; because of the Russian invasion, we couldn't conduct a 'normal' interview because of the fear of rocked attacks so this interview will sound a little different. Together with the charitable organ…
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Liam speaks to The Damned bassist Paul Gray. They talk about being on the road with the Ramons. Playing Bass on Andrew Ridley formally of WHAM rock album, finding peace in the garden and of course, we talk about joining The Damned, leaving and re-joining again. Paul opens up about living with Tinnitus and how putting down his bass because of hearin…
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Rob Rushing (Punk Rock Saves Lives)
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Liam speaks to Punk Rock Saves Lives co-founder Rob Rushing in this episode. Punk Rock Saves Lives is a non for profit charity that works within the punk rock community and focuses on Health and Wellness (with an emphasis on mental health), human rights, and equality. You can find out more about their work via this link. Take Aim Fire for sponsorin…
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Spider Stacy - The Pogues - Christmas Special
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"It was Christmas Eve babe, In the drunk tank, An old man said to me, won't see another one." It's Christmas, so Punks In Pubs brings to you one of the men who created THE greatest Christmas songs of all time... Spider Stacy ! Liam and Spider talk Christmas, that song, If they know it's Christmas in Africa and all things punk rock + More Thank you,…
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It's the man, the myth, the legend Mike Park! Liam and Mike caught up and had a chat via Zoom on November 18th Liam and Mike talk about his band works with Skankin Pickle and Bruce Lee Band while also talking about Asian Man alumni Alkaline Trio, Polysics. They also talk about race, violence and a woman pissing on some dude's face! This months spon…
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Dave Hause is in the building (virtually) Liam and Dave caught up and had a chat on October 21st, before Dave's new album ''Blood Harmony'' was released. You can pick up a copy via this link. Liam and Dave talk solo work, The Loved Ones, Fat Wreck Chords, Philadelphia and singing the national anthems and more. This months sponsor is Last Generation…
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Martyn Jacques ( The Tiger Lillies )
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This month's episode sees Liam go off the beaten path of 'Punk Rock' into the bizarro world of 'Brechtian Punk Cabaret' with the forefather of the genre Martyn Jacques, the ringmaster of The Tiger Lillies. Record face to face (at a safe distance) at Wiltons Music Hall on September 25th, 2021 This month's sponsor is a Po-Lice, Go pick up their new a…
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After over six months away, Liam and Punks In Pubs are back! Liam's first guest after his hiatus is the originator of UK punk podcasts; Matt Stocks! Matt's podcast Life In Stocks is currently 235 episodes deep, having spoken to Punk Rock royalty like NOFX's Fat Mike, Sex Pistols' John Lydon, Rage Against The Machine's Tom Morello and Black Flag's K…
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Charlie "Chubby Charles" Manning-Walker (Chubby and the Gang)
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Episode 72 sees Liam speak to Chubby and the Gang lead vocalist Charlie Manning-Walker, AKA: Chubby Charles. Liam and Charlie discuss album number 2, rebelling against "Punk Rock" and discovering a home in Hardcore as well as revelling his recent diagnosis of diabetes! Thank you to Gab De La Vega for sponsoring this weeks episode; you can find more…
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Kellie Nowell (The Nowell Family Foundation)
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Episode 71 sees Liam speaking to Kellie Nowell, sister of the late great Bradley Nowell, singer of the legendary 90's reggae ska-punk band - Sublime. Kellie is now the spearhead of the 'Nowell Family Foundation' that provides addiction recovery services to the music community. The foundation is currently raising funds to open 'Bradley's House', a s…
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Kristen Santos Bixby (Mable Syndrome)
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We are back with something a little different! A collaboration episode with ourselves and the fantastic Mable Syndrome. Expect chat on interviewing technics, rough interviews and a shit ton of punk rock references! Thank you to What Makes Sense for sponsoring this episode, give yourself and smile and watch the video for there new track 'Groundhog D…
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Steve Ignorant is our festive guest for episode 69 Steve's discuss his loathing for Christmas song as well Christmas dinner… He's the perfect guest. Away from Christmas, Steve reveals he was nearly in the global hit The Crown, we discuss how a punk sparked a fire inside him. We, of course, talk Crass, his time in the band as well as feeling loss on…
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Episode 68: Jake Kolatis (The Casualties)
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Jake Kolatis is our guest, and he's a great one. We discuss the idea of "selling out" in punk, Jakes love for food, having a pint in the oldest pub in the UK and Liam ask Jake why he's relaunched his label Charged Records during a global pandemic! We, of course, talk The Casualties, early days, highlights and looking forward. Liam also felt it was …
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Mate! It's a good one! Jon Snodgrass is our guest for Episode 67. Jon has been part of the punk scene since 93 with his band Armchair Martin, but it's his solo work that has found him an army of support. His albums contain a who's who of punk royalty from Tim McIlrath (Rise Against), Joey Cape (Lagwagon, Bad Astronaut), Stephen Egerton (Descendents…
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We are back to where it all began! Pat Thetic was the first EVER guest on Punks In Pubs, and he's back to speak politics. To wrap up this series of episodes focusing on the US elections, Liam and Pat speak about the Electoral College System (a system the country uses to elect their president). Pat explains why it's important to vote for Biden. Liam…
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Episode 2 of our series looking towards the US Election see's Liam speak to Melquiades (Mel) Gagarin. Mel ran as a socialist democrat against an establish Democrat for Congrats for NY's District 6 early this year, and we discuss that race, witch Mel sadly lost. We talk about the future of the Democratic party under a Biden win as well as what happe…
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We are back with punk & politics in mind! Over the next week, we'll be speaking to three people from the world of punk and politics to discuss the upcoming US election. Americans! You can find out your voting locations and options via this link We start this trio of episodes talking to former political operative in the inner circles of California's…
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Episode 63 sees Liam speaking to Sven Brux who is an OG Punk and also Head of stadium operations and Fans at the German Football Club F.C. St. Pauli. Expect chat about Sven upbringing in the Germany city of Cologne as a young punk and the trouble that came with his music and lifestyle choice, How he moved north to Hamburg and his role in turning th…
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This week sees Liam staring down the camera of his laptop at former Less Than Jake drummer and lyricist, Vinnie Fiorello. Vinnie speaks about his new comic book and music hybrid projects called The Inevitables featuring members from Westbound Train, Big D and the Kids Table, Reel Big Fish, The Interrupters, Jeff Rosenstock's Band and Nightmare for …
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Liam is looking down his laptop speaking to former Public Image Ltd drummer Martin Atkins. You may also know Martin from his work with Ministry, Nine Inch Nails and Pig Face. All bands touched on in this episodes. But you might not know that Martin is also a lecture, going around the world talking about the music industry, and he talks about just t…
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Episode 60: Josh Buckley (Punk Rock Classrooms )
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We are back in the classroom! Episode 60 sees Liam speaking with Josh Buckley. A Teacher from Mesa, Arizona who has taken the decision to bring his Punk Rock ethics and belives into his classroom! Expect circle pits and slam dancing* *Metaphorically. Make sure you check out Punk Rock Classrooms that Josh co-host with Mike Earnshaw. www.punkrockclas…
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Episode 59: Stacey Dee (Bad Cop Bad Cop)
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Liam is chatting with Bad Cop Bad Cop's Stacey Dee. You can expect chat about the new album 'The Ride' and the decision to release the album when you can't tour off it! Liam and Stacey talk about growing up around drug use and how they both excelled in the performing arts. Stacey and Liam also talk about a person that bonds them together, Stacey's …
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