Magnified Pod

In this episode, Andrew and John just keep returning. Producer and engineer Jeremy SH Griffith joins the pod to talk working with Five Iron Frenzy on "Engine" and the new record. Once again, we couldn't be more excited for this new record. Then, track by track of the 2015 EP "Between Pavement And Stars." Jeremy interview begins at 28:03, EP discussion begins at 1:26:00.

In this episode, Andrew and John welcome back some old friends.  Reese Roper and Scott Kerr return to talk Engine of a Million Plots, Between Pavement and Stars, and the new Five Iron Frenzy record they have in the works.

In this episode, Andrew and John battle dance. But first, some hot takes on La Croix. Plus, some very specific discussion of Kansas geography. And how well does John know B horror movies? Then, track by track of the 2013 record Engine of a Million Plots. Album discussion begins at 50:38.

In this episode Andrew and John get very real. This is a different kind of episode. After weeks or protests, demonstrations, and sustained pressure from activists, changes seem to be happening around the country. Andrew and John spend a good amount of time talking about the Black Lives Matter movement, white supremacy, systemic racism, and police reforms. From there, we play some listener music! You guys are very talented! Then we discuss the 2010 Asian Man Records released documentary, The Rise and Fall of Five Iron Frenzy. Documentary discussion begins at 1:47:54.

In this episode, Andrew and John interview Five Iron Frenzy bassist Scott Kerr! We talk Yellow Second, Five Iron reuniting, songwriting, faith, and a very stupid and challenging game just for Scott. Interview begins at 26:09.

In this episode, Andrew and John disagree. . .a lot. Arthur flashbacks galore in this ep. But first, how well does John know Canadian horror movies and the Guinness Book of World Records? Then track by track of the 2005 Yellow Second record "Altitude" by Five Iron Frenzy's Scott Kerr. Andrew and John really get into it. Album discussion begins at 55:15.

In this episode, Andrew and John are here for another action filled adventure. But first, some voicemail catch up. We have hot takes from listeners on Relient K, pink Starbursts, and Doug TenNapel. Also, what is Mr. Winkle? Then, the return of The Five, 2008 edition. Finally, track by the track of the Brave Saint Saturn conclusion of the Saturn Five Trilogy, Anti-Meridian. Album discussion begins at 1:34:32.

In this episode, Andrew and John journey to the eye of the mayonnaise taco. Reese Roper joins Magnified Pod to talk the pandemic, the new Five Iron Frenzy record (and maybe lyrics...), BS2, Roper, politics, and how his theology on homosexuality changed over the years. Plus, a special game just for Reese. Conversation with Reese begins at 5:42.

In this episode, Andrew and John cross over. But first, more joy. Also, who hates the Brave Saint Saturn "So Far From Home" album more than anyone? Then, Andrew and John join Sadie Hawkins Pod hosts Danny and Jess to discuss tea parties, FIF covers, Disney Channel original movies, and of course lots of Relient K and their songs "Five Iron Frenzy Is Either Dead Or Dying" (pop punk and ska, respectively). Sadie Hawkins Pod conversation begins at 43:15.

In this episode, Andrew and John continue their journey. But first, we introduce a joyful new segment. Also, how well does John know his Marvel superheroes? Then, Andrew and Shadow Producer Jason interview Tyson Paoletti, former 5 Minute Walk employee, and current director of marketing at Tooth and Nail records. We get some insight on how Brave Saint Saturn made the move from 5MW to T&N and the impact Christian bookstores had on music distribution. Then, Jason joins Andrew and John for a track by track of the second installment of the BS2 space trilogy, The Light Of Things Hoped For. Our conversation with Tyson begins at 45:13, and we roll from that into the album discussion.