Magnified Pod

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 19 - Neon Horse (Magnifright Pod #1)

In this episode, Andrew and John sin for the first time in years. Magnifright Pod is back! For the month of October, we will get extra spooky with coverage of bands that put us in the Halloween spirit. But first, some seasonal beverages and candy! Then, does Andrew have a ghost in his house? And which road will he take in the dark forest? Also, John retells his famous Hat Man story. If you haven't heard this true story before, listen to it with the lights off. Finally, track by track of the Neon Horse album "Haunted Horse: Songs Of Love, Defiance & Delusion." Album discussion begins at 56:50.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 18 - Morella’s Forest - Ultraphonic Hiss

In this episode, Andrew and John pop some wheelies. But first, Andrew recaps the Jimmy Eat World/Charly Bliss show. Also, listeners share about their experiences at the Five Iron show in Denver. And will John recap the Hat Man story for the impending spooky season? Then Jason from Unoriginal Vinyl joins us to talk Furnace Fest, the Dead Alive photo coffee table book, and the latest vinyl releases coming your way. Finally, a track by track discussion of the Morella's Forest album "Ultraphonic Hiss." Album discussion begins at 1:01:32. 

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 17 - Jason Ragan Interview!

In this episode, Andrew and John go the distance. This week on the pod, Jason Ragan (Craig's Brother, Too Bad Eugene) joins us to talk about the Santa Cruz punk scene, the early Tooth & Nail days, playing in Craig's Brother, and joining Too Bad Eugene on the road. Too Bad Eugene's "Distance" out September 14 and Craig's Brother's "Easily Won, Rarely Deserved" out November 11. Check out People of Punk Rock Records for pre-orders and other great bands!

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 16 - Joel Heng Hartse Interview!

In this episode, Andrew and John pray for rain. But first some voicemails about Aaron Lewis and Rage Against the Machine, the benefits of our rambling, and how Driver Eight and Morella's Forest are perfect and also not perfect. Then some listener music! Also, Andrew recaps the Minnesota State Fair and shares audio of a fair weird beer taste test. Finally, an interview with Joel Heng Hartse, author, academic, and lover all thing's 90's Christian rock. Check out his new book Dancing About Architecture Is a Reasonable Thing to Do: Writing about Music, Meaning, and the Ineffable. Interview begins at 43:45.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 15 - Morella’s Forest - Super Deluxe

In this episode, Andrew and John are superstars. But first, we talk about THC-infused seltzers and watching dolphins after taking an edible. Then, a discussion about who podcasts are for: the audience or the hosts. And should there be a Mag Pod format change? Also, Aaron Lewis (from Staind) has an awful country song that we have thoughts about. Finally, a track by track discussion of the Morella's Forest Tooth & Nail Records debut "Super Deluxe." Album discussion begins at 29:03.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 14 - Driver Eight - Watermelon

In this episode, Andrew and John spend some time getting this thing to go. After about an hour of pre-show audio issues, the dudes finally get recording. Apologies for the less-than-stellar audio this week. But first some voicemails about Driver Eight, silk shirts, and our coverage of more obscure bands this season. Then a track by track discussion of Watermelon, the only Driver Eight record. Album discussion begins at 22:56.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 13 - Ronnie Martin - From The Womb Of The Morning, The Dew Of Your Youth Will Be Yours

In this episode, Andrew and John unearth troves of antediluvian kind. But first, the dudes recount their most recent hang in Minneapolis at the Graveyard Club album release show. Then, an MxPx and Taylor Swift conTRAversy? Also Beyonce and Chris Carrabba take the podium for the Winners Circle. Finally, a track by track discussion of the new Ronnie Martin solo record From The Womb Of The Morning, The Dew Of Your Youth Will Be Yours. Album discussion begins at 52:20.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 12 - The Brothers Martin

In this episode, Andrew and John return. After an unexpectedly long break, your boys are back to fill you in on all the happenings in their lives. And some of them are real bummers. We have some solid additions to the Winner's Circle and the Loser's Lounge this episode. Then, a track by track discussion of the Jason and Ronnie Martin collaboration, the Brothers Martin. Album discussion begins at 58:15.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 11 - Bon Voyage (with special guests the Blue Collar Love Podcast!)

In this episode, Andrew and John know how you feel. But first, Andrew shares some very exciting news! Also, some voicemails about hardcore kids and Joy Electric, David Lynch, and an almost Starflyer 59 love story. Then, Sam and Aaron from the Blue Collar Love podcast join us to talk about Jason Martin, Bon Voyage, and all things Martin! Finally, a track by track discussion of the debut Bon Voyage record. Album discussion begins at 1:16:24.

It’s Hard To Find A Podcast - Episode 10 - Joy Electric - Robot Rock (with Matt Langston!)

In this episode, Andrew and John start the Mag Pod Disco Palace. But first, Matt Langston (Eleventyseven, Fantasy League) joins the pod to talk Joy Electric! We discuss first introductions to JE, his first synthesizer, and what exactly a mono synth is. Then, we dive head first into the berry patch and get super deep into the 1997 Joy Electric album "Robot Rock." Album discussion begins at 51:21.