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Podioslave Podcast

Nerdery Productions

Podioslave Podcast is a podcast for music nerds. Episodes range from commentary on the current music climate (touring, music business, etc), deep dives on specifics bands and albums, and interviews with folks from all walks of the music industry. We nerd out on seeing live music, collecting music, and studying the music industry. No genre is off limits; however, you'll likely hear us discussing rock, hip hop, metal, etc. #nerdery

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  • S1 · E336
    Monday · 51 min

    Ep 336: A Conversation with Paul and Michael of Smash Mouth

    In episode 336 of the podcast, we’re joined by Michael Klooster (keyboard), and Paul De Lisle (bass) of Smash Mouth. We dig into the early days, Michael joining the band just as they are taking off, their continued love of making music, and their catchy as hell new album, ‘Mercury Comet’, out now. We truly love being able to talk to people like Paul and Michael, musicians and music nerds just like us. Enjoy! Follow Smash Mouth here: Web / Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Michael Instagram Paul Instagram Photo Credit: Cindy Hayes (Instagram) Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web / Instagram / X / TikTok / Threads We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / YouTube / Email Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok

  • S1 · E335
    August 17 · 49 min

    Ep 335: A Conversation with Eric Stenman of The Barbarians of California

    In episode 335 of the podcast, we’re joined by Eric Stenman, guitarist of The Barbarians of California. We dig into Eric’s come up in the early 90’s Sacramento scene, his extensive production career, how TBoC started, touring with Deftones and GNR, and their shredical new record, ‘Megatons’, out this coming Friday August 21st. Eric was the perfect Podioslave guest. Tons of nerdery, tons of riffage, and everything in between. The Barbarians of Podioslave! Follow Eric and The Barbarians of California here: Web / Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Photo Credit: Paul Salzman Web / Instagram Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl, follow them here: Web / Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / YouTube / Email Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok

  • S1 · E334
    August 10 · 51 min

    Ep 334: A Conversation with Taylor and Clark of Rufio 

    In episode 334 of the podcast, we’re joined by Clark Domae (guitar), and Taylor Albaugh (bass) of the band Rufio. We dig into their comeback, what it’s like starting the creative process over in a vastly different music industry, 25 years of ‘Perhaps, I Suppose…’, not touring (despite our best persuasive efforts), and their sick new EP, ‘From the Outside’, out now on Double Helix/Double Felix Records. We love Rufio, and we’re stoked to bring you this convo. Maybe we can talk them into a one night only show in Maine! Follow Clark, Taylor, and Rufio here: Instagram / TikTok Clark IG Taylor IG Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / Threads / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / YouTube / Email Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok

  • S1 · E333
    August 3 · 1 hr 28 min

    Ep 333: A Conversation with Kevin Hart of Public Opinion

    In episode 333 of the podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Hart, vocalist (and more) of Public Opinion. We dig into Public Opinion’s beginnings, early show memories, touring the country, the pressure of LP 2, and their excellent new record ‘The Curse of Public Opinion’, out August 7th 2026 on SideOneDummy Records. This was an amazing convo, one that felt like catching up with an old friend surrounding their creative endeavors. We really think you’ll dig it. Follow Kevin and Public Opinion here: Web Instagram / X / Threads / TikTok Photo Credit: Darin Harger Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / Youtube / Email Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok

  • S1 · E332
    July 27 · 1 hr 9 min

    Ep 332: A Conversation with Cody DeLong of Sound Rink on Touring, VIP & Fan Engagement

    In episode 332 of the podcast we’re joined by Cody DeLong, CEO and co-founder of the VIP experience platform Sound Rink. We dig into Cody’s start working in the music industry as a photographer, booking shows, and the creation of Sound Rink with his partner Scott Lee, ways artists can maximize VIP experiences for fans, and so much more. This was a real fun inside look at the behind the scenes of touring in music, and ways our favorite bands can sustain themselves on the road and continue to make the music we all love. Enjoy! Follow Cody and Sound Rink here: Instagram / TikTok Cody Instagram Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web / Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / YouTube / Email Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok

  • S1 · E331
    July 20 · 44 min

    Ep 331: A Conversation with Izzy De Leon of Wayside

    In episode 331 of the podcast, we’re joined by Izzy De Leon, bassist of the Australian band Wayside. We dig into Australia being one of the coolest places on earth, Izzy joining the band, working with Memory Music and Will Yip, touring the world, and much more. This convo was a real fun one, and Wayside is one of our favorite newer bands out today. Enjoy! Follow Izzy and Wayside here: Web Instagram / X / Threads / TikTok Izzy Instagram Photo Credit: Ash Betton Podcast theme created by Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X /TikTok / Threads We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web / Youtube / Email Instagram / Threads / X /TikTok

  • S1 · E330
    July 13 · 55 min

    Ep 330: A Conversation with Tom May of The Menzingers

    In episode 330 of the podcast, we’re joined by Tom May, vocalist/guitarist of The Menzingers. We dig into The Menzingers two decades creating music together, their writing process, the community they’ve built surrounding the band, and their excellent new album, ‘Everything I Ever Saw’, out July 17, 2026 on Epitaph Records. This was a really fun convo, and one we’ve wanted to do since the start of the podcast. Long live The Menzingers! Follow Tom and The Menzingers here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Tom Instagram Photo Credit: Matt Christine - Instagram Podcast theme created by: Nomar Slevik and Donnie Golden Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok / Threads We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E329
    July 6 · 28 min

    Ep 329: A Conversation with Dez Fafara (DevilDriver, Coal Chamber)

    In episode 329 of the podcast we’re joined by metal legend Dez Fafara, vocalist of DevilDriver/Coal Chamber. We dig into Dez’s many years of experience in the metal world, how that informs his creative process, his mindset when writing DevilDriver material, and their excellent new album, ‘Strike And Kill’, out July 10, 2026 on Napalm Records. Dez is metal royalty, and this convo absolutely slaps. Enjoy! Follow Dez and DevilDriver here: Web Instagram / X / Threads Dez IG Photo Credit: Stephanie Cabral Web Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E328
    June 29 · 58 min

    Ep 328: The Mailbag Returns! (2026 Edition)

    In episode 328 of the podcast, we bring back the mailbag. We answer questions from you, the music nerds/podheads that check in with us regularly. What’s an album whose art fits the music perfectly? What are some of our favorite podcast inside jokes? What band from the last 10 years would 16 year old us absolutely love? We tackle these and a bunch more this week. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E327
    June 21 · 1 hr 9 min

    Ep 327: A (New) Conversation with Seth and Sean of Trawl

    In episode 327 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Sean Matthews (vocals) and Seth McClellan (bass) of the Portland, Maine funk metal band, Trawl. We catch up with the boys on all things Trawl since the last time we had them on. Playing shows across 2025, writing and recording new music, what the writing process looks like now 8 years as a band, and how their new single ‘Strigoi’ came to be, which releases this coming Friday, June 26th. We start the episode with a twist on an old favorite - Band Name: Real or Fake? We think you’ll enjoy this new and improved version! Photo Credit: Mickaël Follow Trawl here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok / Threads Podcast theme performed by Trawl. We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E326
    June 15 · 53 min

    Ep 326: Bandvantage II (Band Names That Elevate the Band)

    In episode 326 of the podcast, we run back our early “Bandvantage” prompt. We each come with band names that elevate the band. Band name “cheat codes”, if you will. What makes a band name awesome? Some band names are iconic, and in some cases they elevate the band’s vibe, aesthetic, and all around aura. What are some of your band name “cheat codes”? Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E325
    June 8 · 44 min

    Ep 325: A Conversation with Jared Watson of Dirty Heads

    In episode 325 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jared Watson, vocalist of Dirty Heads. We dig into the bands writing process, being open to creativity, what it’s like being a band at this stage of their career, and their excellent new album ‘7 Seas’, out June 12th on Better Noise Music. Jared is a real one, and we had a blast chopping it up with him about all kinds of different things in terms of music. You’ll dig this one! Photo Credit: Raeanne Prescott Follow Dirty Heads here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok Jared Instagram Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web Instagram / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email

  • S1 · E324
    June 1 · 46 min

    Ep 324: A Conversation with Travis Shettel of Piebald

    In episode 324 of the podcast, we’re joined by Travis Shettel, vocalist and guitarist of the Massachusetts band Piebald. We dig into Piebald’s decision to put together a new full length LP, how they went about writing and recording, the positive memories a lot of people have with their music, and their excellent new album ‘Tales For the Rages’, out June 12th on Iodine Recordings. We really enjoyed chatting with Travis, having been fans of Piebald for 2+ decades. We even get a little lore about an old album towards the end of the convo, so stick around! Photo Credit: Atom Splitter PR/Piebald Follow Piebald here: Web Instagram / X Travis Shettel Instagram Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E323
    May 25 · 59 min

    Ep 323: A (New) Conversation with Nick Wheeler of The All-American Rejects

    In episode 323 of the podcast, we’re running it back with Nick Wheeler, lead guitarist of the Oklahoma band The All-American Rejects. We catch up with Nick in all that’s gone on in the Rejects world since we last had him on in 2021: touring in 2023, how covering Harvey Danger’s ‘Flagpole Sitta’ led to writing new songs, the House Party Tour, and their excellent new album ‘Sandbox’, which is out everywhere now. Nick is super genuine, and such a great hang. Long live The Rejects! Photo Credit: Andy Knight Follow The All-American Rejects here: Web IG / X / TikTok SUMMON the Rejects Nick Wheeler Instagram Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG / X / TikTok We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG / Threads / X / TikTok Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E322
    May 18 · 1 hr 6 min

    Ep 322: A Conversation with A Static Lullaby

    In episode 322 of the podcast, we’re joined by…..4 members of A Static Lullaby (Joe Brown, Dan Arnold, Kyler Gillam, and Nick Jones). Damn! We dig into the story behind their recent reforming, the changing landscape they find themselves in as a band in 2026, and a look back at ‘…And Don’t Forget to Breathe’, as well as their recent release of a live recording of that classic record, out now on Smartpunk Records. This was a fun one, and a first for us having FOUR band members join us for a conversation. We’re excited for what A Static Lullaby has in store for us in 2026 and beyond. Photo Credit: A Static Lullaby/Atom Splitter PR Follow A Static Lullaby here: Web Instagram TikTok Check out their podcast, Good Guys Bad Band here Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web Instagram Threads X TikTok Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E321
    May 11 · 1 hr 11 min

    Ep 321: A New Conversation with Joey Chiaramonte of Koyo

    In episode 321 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Joey Chiaramonte, front man of the Long Island band Koyo. We dig into Koyo’s recent busy touring schedule, the different worlds they fit into musically, and the writing and recording of their epic new album, ‘Barely Here’, out now on Pure Noise Records. Joey rules, Koyo rules, and we think you’ll dig both this convo and the new album. Go peep both! Photo Credit: Big Tuna (IG: @flashed_by_tuna) Follow Joey and Koyo here: Web Joey IG: @joeychiaramonte Koyo IG/X/TikTok: @koyolihc Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E320
    May 4 · 1 hr 1 min

    Ep 320: 25 Years of Jimmy Eat World - Bleed American

    In episode 320 of the podcast, we take a look back at 25 years of Jimmy Eat World’s breakthrough album, ‘Bleed American’. We dig into our early memories of the record, its nod to Americana, the massive singles, its time and place in music, and so much more. This album holds so many core memories for us, and we are stoked to share all of those with you here. “Good, goodbye. Good, goodnight.” Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E319
    April 27 · 45 min

    Ep 319: A Look Back at Our Lady Peace - Clumsy

    In episode 319 of the podcast, we take a trip back to 1997 and give Our Lady Peace’s ‘Clumsy’ the Podioslave treatment. We dig into our early memories of the record, its unreal singles, their distinct sound, and song subject matter. This is an all timer for us, and one loaded with memories. We start the episode discussing the musical landscape in the late 90’s, and what it meant to “make it” back then. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E318
    April 20 · 51 min

    Ep 318: A Conversation with Alex and Marty of Sparks the Rescue

    In episode 318 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alex Roy (vocals) and Marty McMorrow (vocals) of Sparks the Rescue. We dig into all kinds of news surrounding the Sparks camp: new music, headlining the State Theatre in Portland, ME last fall, and their upcoming tour next month spanning the northeast. Lots happening for our boys from Maine! We love being able to bring you these conversations, and we especially love highlighting the great music that comes from our home state. Long live Sparks the Rescue! Photo Credit: Sam Nappi (IG: @Sammnappi) Follow Sparks the Rescue here: Links to Upcoming Shows Sparks IG/X: @sparkstherescue Sparks TikTok: @sparks.the.rescue Marty IG: @amessyman Alex IG: @sparksthealex Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

  • S1 · E317
    April 13 · 48 min

    Ep 317: Last Track Magic II (Great Album Closers)

    In episode 317 of the podcast, we bring back an old favorite, ‘Last Track Magic’. These are songs that land the plane of a record, ones that the only position they could have been was the last track. We each bring a few songs to the table, and we don’t know the others choices until we unveil them on the pod. We span the 80’s to nearly present day, and there are some all time bangers in this episode. What makes a great closing track for you? Hit us up! Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hear this episode! Support the Podioslave family by rating, subscribing, sharing, storying we, tweeting, etc — you get the vibe. Peace, love, and Podioslave Check us out here: Web IG/Threads/X/TikTok: @Podioslave Youtube Email: Podioslavepodcast@gmail.com

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