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Sunday Feb 02, 2020
Sunday Feb 02, 2020
In this episode, Andrew and John have solidarity. Plus, a special surprise guest: Jason from Unoriginal Vinyl stops by to chat! Then a very nu game for John. Also, Y2K, hanging chads, Tech Decks, and other year 2000 topics. Then, track by track of the eclectic record All The Hype That Money Can Buy. Album and band discussion begins at 1:18:46.
Sunday Jan 26, 2020
Sunday Jan 26, 2020
In this episode, Andrew and John waste tape. Plus, special guest, Andrew's brother Bryan Nelson-Phelan stops by to talk Cornerstone 99, Northwest Chicago suburban hot spots, and having the Sixth Sense ruined by a college professor. Plus voicemails and a quiz about everyone's favorite 1999 musical trend: Nu Metal. Then, track by track of the Five Iron Frenzy live album "Proof That The Youth Are Revolting." Album and band discussion begins at 1:10:30.
Sunday Jan 19, 2020
Sunday Jan 19, 2020
In this episode, Andrew and John have an evil plan. But it mostly involves wasting everyone's time talking about ska. Before that though, they listen to some voicemails from some familiar friends. Also, in The Five, they talk Titanic, Seinfeld, and faith struggles. 1998 was a hell of a year for our boys. Then, track by track of the 1998 EP "Quantity is Job 1." Album and band discussion begins at 49:37.
Sunday Jan 12, 2020
Sunday Jan 12, 2020
In this episode, Andrew and John are given superpowers...to talk forever, in our newest episode ever! They talk starting high school, first girlfriends, and other things happening in 1998. John gets his ska band knowledge put to the test once again! Also, they share their top 10 albums of 2019! THEN, track by track of the 1998 classic Our Newest Album Ever. Album and band discussion begins at 1:13:23.
Sunday Jan 05, 2020
Sunday Jan 05, 2020
And we're BACK! In this inaugural episode of Our Newest Podcast Ever, Andrew and John begin the long journey of covering every Five Iron Frenzy record. But before that, they introduce a new segment called The Five and John gets quizzed on his ska knowledge (ska-ledge, if you will). Then, a track by track breakdown of the debut full length, Upbeats And Beatdowns. Band and album discussion begins at 1:03:08.
Monday Aug 05, 2019
Monday Aug 05, 2019
In this episode, Andrew and John wrap things up. After a long summer hiatus, Andrew and John are back to tie up some loose ends. They listen to some voicemails from their last episode and tackle some contrAWversies from their interview with Chris McGrath from Much the Same. Also, how was that lineup from AudioFeed Festival? Never heard of it? No one has. But they discovered a pretty dope band while recording. Then they break down their thoughts on the latest MxPx cover, Franco Un-American by NOFX. Finally, what's next for the pod? Coming soon...Our Newest Podcast Ever, a deep dive into the discography of Five Iron Frenzy, including side projects. Please join us for the Second Season.
Monday Jun 17, 2019
Monday Jun 17, 2019
In this episode, Andrew and John are anything but the same. In fact, they interview Chris McGrath, the lead singer of Chicago punk rock band Much the Same. Chris joins Andrew and John in Magnified Studios East to talk fantasy novels, early musical influences, noteworthy European and Canadian punk bands, how a solo ukulele song ended up on a punk record, having dialogue even when you disagree, Chris’s faith and what a kingdom of God on earth might mean. And, of course, his thoughts on Red vs. Pink Starbursts. New record "Everything Is Fine" out July 26, 2019. Latest single "Snake In The Grass" available for download and streaming.
Monday May 27, 2019
Monday May 27, 2019
In this episode, Andrew and John discuss crown molding. But first they discuss 80's and 90's Pace Picante Sauce commercials. Andrew gives a recap of the War on Women/Bad Cop Bad Cop/Direct Hit!/Smoking Popes show he attended. John liberally uses sound effects on his phone. They talk future shows they're attending. Andrew shares his thoughts on Pete Holmes's new book "Comedy Sex God." THEN! John's wife Jenny joins the pod as they enjoy the series finale episode of "Fixer Upper" starring Mike and Holli Herrera. Watch along as they give a running commentary and talk HGTV pet peeves, wainscoting, shiplap, dream houses, and what makes something "chic."
Monday Apr 29, 2019
Monday Apr 29, 2019
In this episode, Andrew and John are friends forever. They take a chance and it pays off big time. Find out how they spent a recent Thursday night and how it relates to Andrew's first album ever, Michael W. Smith's "The First Decade: 1983-1993." We can't spoil it, you just need to listen! Also, Andrew experiences a minor disaster while recording.
Monday Apr 15, 2019
Monday Apr 15, 2019
In this episode, Andrew and John return from the punk rawk show! For those that missed it, MxPx played two shows in Chicago with Five Iron Frenzy. Andrew and John recap the epic weekend which included partying with Mag Pod Nation, getting tattoos, and hanging with MxPx and Five Iron. They break down the MxPx sets from both shows plus additional conversations with members of Mag Pod Nation. Also, Starbursts make yet another appearance in this ep.