Back On The Grind

Blending Genres & Exploring Existential Death In Small Town Georgia w/ Chris Casey #70

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Pepe talks with Chris Casey—an innovative voice blending alternative rap with grungy rock music.

Chris takes us on a musical journey from basement shows of local hardcore, screamo, and punk bands in the Savannah Georgia DIY scene and how it influenced his approach to creating authentic music of his own. He dives into the challenges of blending genres, and his lyrical themes of death, and existential reflection. Chris explains how he uses his songs to serve as a form of connection, especially for queer & trans communities or anyone facing mental health challenges or societal expectations.

His openness about the emotional weight behind tracks like Filth and Boys and Girls demonstrates the power of honest storytelling in building trust and resonance.

If you like genre mashups, DIY resilience, or raw lyrical storytelling—this episode is for you.

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instagram.com/chriiiscasey/
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The Random Show w/ Mike Wilson (of Harley Poe) - Sharing The Thoughts In Our Head #69

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Pepe reaches out to his buddy Mike Wilson to have a regular, friend to friend discussion as if they were't on a podcast (except they are). Expect to hear about anxiety around starting new projects, uncomfortable feelings with promoting oneself, making lots and little money, Mike's stop motion videos, the text that Mike sent that made Pepe realize we all get carried away with the thoughts in our head, avoiding the online space and being okay despite the current state of the real world.

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mikewilson.bandcamp.com/music

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The Forest Is The Trees w/ Endless Mike & The Beagle Club #68

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Pepe embarks on an exploration with Endless Mike And The Beagle Club as they walk through their latest album, The Forest Is The Trees.

Unlock the intimate thoughts behind a band that defies conventions—where 18-piece tours become a collective art form. Dive into the chaos and beauty of managing a constantly evolving lineup that sometimes hits 25 members, turning complexity into cohesion, every decision is rooted in a desire for authenticity, community, and artistic freedom. We break down elements of each song on their lates album.

This is for you if you’re a fan of punk, folk, experimental indie, or anyone who believes that true art isn't commercialized but rooted in shared meaning and anti-capitalist spirit. EM&TBC is a band that’s been nourishing the DIY scene for over 20 years—proof that the best art grows from collaboration, and a fierce love for song.

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instagram.com/emandthebc
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Folk Punk & Anarchism w/ shugE & Pepe Bandit #67

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 05:01:00 GMT

shugE and Pepe Bandit explore the often nuanced relationship between anarchism and folk punk music, tracing their historical connections and evolution. The discussion highlights the significant role of DIY culture, info shops, Crimethinc, and influential bands like Johnny Hobo and the Freight Trains in shaping the genre. It delves into the community's practices and values, emphasizing mutual aid and collective efforts and how that shifted into and shaped the music and its style of anarchism. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of folk punk, its ongoing connection to anarchist principles and thoughts on it possibly growing too big for itself. We close out playing the older track "I Love You To Death" by Never Say Surrender, originally released on Pepe's old label DIY Bandits in the mid 2000's.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Anarchism's early roots in both folk & punk music
The significant merging of radical cultures & music in the 90s
How info shops served as crucial hubs for introducing anarchist culture & acoustic music
Did folk punk emerge as a response to mainstream punk's commercialization
Crimethinc played a pivotal role in spreading anarchist ideas in various scenes
How the evolution of folk punk was influenced by the merging of multiple radical movements
Did Johnny Hobo and the Freight Trains introduce anarchism to folk punk
Remembering stories of anarchism showing up in the early folk punk days
How the DIY economics & ethos in folk punk was born out of necessity not politics
Folk punk has maintained a more inclusive & safe environment compared to electric punk
Will folk punk continue to grow & get too big for itself

Connect with shugE:

instagram.com/shugemusic/
shugemusic.com/

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An Open Conversation About Disability & Accessibility In The Scene W/ Porch Cat #66

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Pepe talks with Chan & Emily from Porch Cat to discuss their experiences with disability & accessibility within the folk punk community. They share personal stories about living with chronic illnesses, the assumptions people make about disabilities, & the importance of creating inclusive spaces for all. The discussion also touches on the role of bookers & venues in ensuring accessibility, the impact of capitalism on disability, & the need for open communication within the community. They also share insights on how to make shows more accessible for everyone. In closing, we play the unreleased track "Walking on knives" from Porch Cat's upcoming album.

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Expect to learn:

How disability is often invisible & misunderstood
Why everyone will experience disability at some point in life
Why open communication is key to understanding accessibility needs
What bookers & promoters can do to better work with disabled musicians & fans
How the DIY scene can do better in terms of inclusivity
The unique challenges touring poses for disabled musicians

Connect w/ Porch Cat:

instagram.com/porchcat.music/?hl=en
porchcat.org/

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From The Trail Of Tears To Touring All 50 States w/ A Day Without Love #65

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Pepe talks to A day Without Love (Brian Walker) who shares the profound impact of personal history, particularly the Trail Of Tears & its connection to the 50-state tour he completed. Brian explores how witnessing & acknowledging existing community strengths can foster genuine connections. We also discuss the challenges & triumphs of organizing within the music world, the importance of self-care on the road & the need to focus on collaboration over competition within the DIY/folk punk community. Join us for an inspiring conversation about building meaningful communities & the role of music in bridging divides across the country. We close out playing the track "Keyboard Warrior" by A Day Without Love.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Brian's family legacy & the Trail Of Tears connection
Breaking family curses to honor his Grandfather
Moving from anxiety & fear, to actually touring all 50 states
Choosing to share vulnerably after his Grandfather died
Booking logistics, DIY vs. having an agent
Differences & similarities Brian saw in DIY communities across the U.S.
Connecting with people from different political/economic backgrounds
The prevalence of fear in our lives leading to bigotry
Highlights from visiting all 50 states
Brian offers Pepe tips on visiting New Orleans & Denver
"Keyboard Warrior" is played

Listen to & connect with A Day Without Love

open.spotify.com/artist/09JoYdZo9cekYMqyN1bsGD?si=KQyeEW0XS_-9kITM0dh0pw
adaywithoutlove.com/
adaywithoutlove.bandcamp.com/music

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Pepe Bandit Gets Interviewed: Folk Punk, Community, DIY Bandits, Prison, Spirituality & Future Plans #64

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

Things get flipped in this conversation & Pepe gets interviewed. He explores the journey of the DIY Bandits, a record label that emerged from personal struggles & a desire to create community through music. The discussion covers Pepe's unique work of blending folk punk & hip hop, & the challenges he faced, including being poor while raising a family, rejection from some of the folk punk community & his eventual incarceration. Pepe reflects on the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions & the role of music & spirituality as an outlet during difficult times. Hear about upcoming music & book releases & the conversation closes on the evolution of the folk punk community, its current state & its potential going forward.

**This interview was conducted by Jarda (Smažená pikantní škeble) for the online Czech magazine Alarm. We play a song of their's at the end. There's links below to the print version if you want to read it or see some pictures of me since I don't post myself online much :)

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HIGHLIGHTS:

DIY Bandits started as a response to personal struggles
Bridging genres was a key focus from the beginning
Community engagement was essential to the label's mission
The label was rooted in working-class experiences
Incarceration led to significant personal reflections
The importance of taking responsibility for one's actions
Support from family & community was crucial during confinement
Spirituality deepened through Pepe's solitary experiences
The journey of writing a book was initially daunting
The folk punk community is evolving & becoming more inclusive
The importance of giving back to the community is emphasized
Pepe feels a sense of responsibility to share his journey
Song "Going Postal" by Smažená pikantní škeble

Support Jarda (Smažená pikantní škeble) who arranged & conducted this interview:

smazenapikantniskeble.bandcamp.com/music
Read the interview (english) medium.com/@michljarda/what-supports-you-when-theres-no-one-left-to-support-you-bab448d386d8
Read the interview (czech) denikalarm.cz/2025/10/folk-punk-pro-me-vzdycky-znamenal-neco-vic-nez-jen-hudbu-rika-pepe-bandit/

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Scott of Bridge City Sinners & his wife Becky on Trainhopping, Friendship, Love & Loss #63

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 05:01:00 GMT

In this conversation, Pepe, Scott, & Becky explore the culture of trainhopping, & the connections formed through shared experiences. Scott recounts his journey into the world of trainhopping, influenced by his friend Tomas, while Becky shares her perspective on joining this lifestyle. The discussion highlights the joy of community, the challenges of societal discrimination, & the deep bonds formed through shared adventures. In this conversation, Scott & Becky delve into themes of living freely, love, loss, & the importance of cherishing memories, particularly of their friend Tomas, who embodied the spirit of freedom & connection.

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takeaways

How Scott got introduced to trainhopping
Scott's reconnection with Tomas
Connecting over punk music in high school
How Becky met Scott
Scott's first train with Tomas
Becky meets Tomas
Tomas as a human being
Becky reflects on the traveller community
Music's ability to bridge different cultures
Embracing conflict & challenging societal norms
Scott's difficulty talking about Tomas & Profane Sass
Piggly Wiggly story
Support, love & respect from family
City Of The Rails podcast
A tragic fire in a New Orleans squat
The potential consequences of trainhopping show up
Fond memories of Tomas
Song: Mexican Trains by Profane Sass

Connect with Scott's projects Bridge City Sinners / Profane Sass / Flail Records:

instagram.com/bridgecitysinners/
instagram.com/flail_records/
open.spotify.com/artist/1U68fpoBsx5HK1RSvr7yZQ?si=K77gP-lMQXyyW9k8Wmo2IQ

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COFFEE BREAK - April Hartman (of Apes Of The State) on Fear & Sobriety

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:01:00 GMT

Todays COFFEE BREAK features April Hartman of Apes of the State discussing fear & sobriety. This clip originally aired in episode #1 Apes of the State On facing Fear (link below)

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Listen to the full episode - Apes Of the State On facing Fear #1:

Spotify - open.spotify.com/episode/3zgVBj55YKIqErg55Jw1to?si=T0i_mqg-SAOE4Ea8GmdhNw
Apple Podcast - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000611301075
Website/RSS - shows.acast.com/back-on-the-grind-1/episodes/facing-fear-with-apes-of-the-state

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My Friends In Crime w/ Brook Pridemore #62

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:01:00 GMT

In this conversation, Brook Pridemore discusses their latest single My Friends In Crime & the more collaborative & community-focused approach in their upcoming album Only I Can Prevent Forest Fires. Brook offers thoughts on Pat (Friends In Real Life / formerly Pat The Bunny) & April (Apes Of The State) as well as other committed DIY musicians who appear on the single. The conversation also covers topics like the thigh master, how AI robot, humanoids are currently being sold to replace the deceased & what AI could mean for the future of music.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Beat based vs guitar based music
“Once you’re identified as folk punk, you’ll always be identified as folk punk”
Being among a community while creating the album
Having a fear of confrontation
Thoughts on April Hartman
Thoughts on Small Chucks
Thoughts on Patrick Schneeweis (formerly Pat The Bunny)
Suffering quietly as an alcoholic
Thoughts on Toby Goodshank & Angela Carlucci aka Double Deuce
Remembering the Thigh Master & Suzanne Somers
AI humanoids to replace the dead
AI & the future of music

Listen / Connect Brook Pridemore:

open.spotify.com/artist/5ZWHEFolveKJpzm9Cbd5ml?si=z5QD8sMuSAOwhgAp14DFvQ
brookpridemore.bandcamp.com/music
instagram.com/brookpridemore/?hl=en

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Q&A Pt.2 Finding "The One," Books, Friends w/Addiction & depression, Renegade Shows + Mike Wilson & more #61

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Part 2 of a listener Q&A where Pepe dives deep into questions about passion, important books, relationships, supporting friends, setting up DIY shows and more, plus a cameo by musician Mike Wilson (who creates solo music and performs in Harley Poe).

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Pepe's Spotify Playlist of folk punk & more mentioned in this episode:

open.spotify.com/playlist/2Xhq4qecLwq8DiI5x0vVPA?si=vPyUnlUzQJCV7vafXEi8DA

HIGHLIGHTS:

How do I distinguish my many new “likes” from a true “passion”?
You talked about never wanting to get married, so what changed & how did you know Lee was "the one"?
6 Questions to bring your relationship closer & deeper
Mike Wilson on Fly Fly Superheart Fly
I vibe with your intellectual space...Could you recommend some books?
Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Stay Free Anthem by BlueRaspberry
Finding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life by James Hollis
Jung And The Alchemical Imagination by Jeffrey Raff
How do I help friends with depression or addiction?
Advice for setting up renegade shows

Listen to Mike Wilson:

open.spotify.com/artist/0pULVNhcCRT9158jRhNaFr?si=0HvqwvHLSZCI3xA8P7MLsw
mikewilson.bandcamp.com/

Listen to BlueRaspberry:

open.spotify.com/artist/3qe9yQNewUenzzMhfHLPmT?si=1ppcpODZR5GFaICHD4WDYQ
blueraspberry.bandcamp.com/?search_item_id%3D3919554126%26search_item_type%3Db%26search_match_part%3D%253F%26search_page_id%3D4794229089%26search_page_no%3D0%26search_rank%3D1

Back On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:

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Jeffrey Lewis On Sniffing Records, Streaming Music, The Story Behind His Band w/ Kimya Dawson & More #60

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:01:00 GMT

Anti-folk legend, Jeffrey Lewis shares insights on sniffing records, his experience with the ever evolving music industry & streaming, & the secret impact of Donovan. Also hear about the unique connection between Jim Morrison's father & the start of the Vietnam War, & the history behind the band "The Bundles” (which Jeffrey was a member alongside Kimya Dawson) & why their album isn't available on streaming platforms. Tune in for a fun dive into the worlds of music, art, history, crate digging for vinyl records & more.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Being an avid record sniffer
The not spending more than $15 on a record rule
Jeffrey's take on streaming music
Jeffrey’s artwork & “low budget movies”
Jim Morrison’s father’s connection to the start of the Viet Nam war
Donovan as a secrete influence
The history behind The Bundles & why it's not streaming anywhere
"Do What Comes Natural" song is played

Back On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:

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Q&A Pt.1 with Eric King, A Day Without Love & Justin Arena (prisoner support, music recs, finding folk punk friends, folk punk clothing & more!) #59

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:32:17 GMT

Pepe brings on friends Eric King (former political prisoner), Brian Walker (A Day Without Love) & Justin Arena (musician/Together Press) to answer questions listeners sent in. Also, a bunch of songs get sampled throughout the episode. Be sure to check below for links to Pepe's playlists & the social pages of musicians mentioned in this episode.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

What non-folk punk songs do you listen to?
3 ways to offer prisoner support
Tips for interviewing people
What folk punk you listening to currently?
Tips on finding folk punk friends
New to the scene & wondering what it looks like to dress more folk punk at shows
New music from friends that Pepe is excited about currently

Pepe's Playlist from this episode & more:

open.spotify.com/playlist/2Xhq4qecLwq8DiI5x0vVPA?si=vPyUnlUzQJCV7vafXEi8DA

Pepe's Rocksteady playlist:

open.spotify.com/playlist/1og9SP4Leh9a8mbcEqDI0c?si=SEH0yXawTFizpYgjFOcN0w

DOUBLE RAINBOW

Bandcamp - doublerainbow.bandcamp.com/track/i-talk-english-2

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/i-talk-english/419670335

DUSTY THE KID

Bandcamp - dustythekid.bandcamp.com/track/when-the-leaves-come-out

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/when-the-leaves-come-out/1804771643

instagram.com/dustythekidd/

CRAZY & THE BRAINS

Bandcamp - crazyandthebrains.bandcamp.com/track/catatonic-youth

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/catatonic-youth/1828016948

instagram.com/crazyandthebrains/

CRICKET

Bandcamp - crickettheguy.bandcamp.com/track/1-up

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/1-up/1695642904

instagram.com/crickettheguy/

RUEN

Bandcamp - weareruen.bandcamp.com/track/a-neglected-spark-burns-the-house

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/a-neglected-spark-burns-the-house/1823876291

instagram.com/weare_ruen/

MARBLE BERRY SEEDS

Bandcamp - marbleberryseeds.bandcamp.com/track/on-the-walmart-radio

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/on-the-walmart-radio/1813968478

instagram.com/marbleberryseeds/

CONFESSION KIDS

Bandcamp - confessionkids.bandcamp.com/track/sprouts

Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/sprouts/1820342010

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MYLES BULLEN

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Living A More Enjoyable Life Through Improv w/ Folk Punk Dad #58

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

I was really surprised by this conversation as Folk Punk Dad helped me see the many areas my life was already embracing improv. From a stage mishap & heartfelt moment that led to an unexpected audience connection at a Friends In Real Life show, to playing with my kid before I entered prison, to solving a logistical challenge with a coffee roaster delivery, the principles of improv played a role. Join us as we explore the transformative power of improv in overcoming fear, anxiety, mistakes & struggles connecting to those around us. Through engaging stories and insightful discussions, discover how the principles of improv can enrich your life & relationships.

Whether you're an improv enthusiast or new to the concept, this episode offers valuable lessons on embracing spontaneity, finding joy in the unexpected & living a more fulfilling & fearless life.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

How active listening & improv enhances relationships
Turning mistakes into opportunities
Improv can help reduce anxiety & boost self-confidence
The principles of improv (that can be applied to enhance your daily life)
Understand how trust is built through improv's core elements
The joy of incorporating play into daily life
Get inspired by simple improv activities to try with your friends
'The Meantime' song is played

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Having 10+ Years In The Scene, Social Media, Streaming & Growing Veggies w/ Jake McKelvie #57

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Jake McKelvie explores his evolution as a musician, the concept of being a 'scene elder' &, thoughts on performing in various types of venues. He reflects on the role of social media in promoting music & shares insights into his creative process, particularly regarding lyricism. The complexities of navigating the modern music industry & the balance between accessibility & value in music is discussed as well as the impact of streaming services like Spotify on personal relationships & music discovery. Also talked about is some personal anecdotes about gardening & food preferences & the complexities of defining one's musical identity.

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takeaways

Jake has been involved in music for over a decade
The concept of a 'scene elder' is discussed humorously & seriously
Why Jake continues to perform & how it fulfills a part of his life
Distinctions between casual musicians & those with a heartfelt, life ambition
The atmosphere of house shows vs. venue performances
Is social media a necessary evil for promoting music
Aesthetic quality of lyrics vs. strict meaning of lyrics
How streaming services can both help & hinder music discovery
Gardening as a fulfilling hobby & escape
Navigating multiple musical genres & communities
'Wiki Change' song is played

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COFFEE BREAK - Mike Wilson (of Harley Poe) Talks About Pissing For The Man

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Todays COFFEE BREAK features Mike Wilson of Harley Poe. He discusses pissing for authority figures & other fun stuff too.

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Listen to the full episode - Mike Wilson of Harley Poe on opening & closing a record shop & the DIY ethos #28:

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Coming Home To Yourself: Beyond Addiction & Mental Health Struggles w/ Jason Shiers #56

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of overcoming addiction & mental health challenges with certified Psychotherapist, Jason Shiers. From the early trauma of losing his father to battling addiction, Jason shares his transformative path to self-discovery & healing. We explore the profound insights & experiences that led him to embrace life fully, focusing on the importance of inner work & reconnecting with the Self. Join us for an inspiring conversation about resilience, self-awareness, & the journey back to oneself. Discover how understanding & nurturing our inner world can lead to profound personal transformation.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

What life can offer if you "come home to yourself"
What happened at age 5 that led to Jason's struggle
Being diagnosed through the psychiatric system as a child
Going from food addiction to heroine addiction by age 13
Rehab didn't go deep enough
Becoming a therapist still left Jason w/ secrete addictions & feeling broken
What is the inner world
Incorporating what he learned into his work with clients
Helping people see what was right w/ them, not what's wrong w/ them
How internal work benefits your external relationships
3 types of therapy Jason finds valuable

Connect with Jason Shiers:

misunderstandingsofthemind.com/
Order Jason's book - amazon.com/Infinite-Recovery-Project-Intelligence-Addiction/dp/1068323302/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1D07DW0NEPWH1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dEDyZOyYjqG2ccDXQ-C37gtXf8evlAj-KRQARwrARbuteCYSTlDMSdBjv0oHFXH2DYS26sWIedws_s6XozNjzw.OLyyeatCC1RjCRpZgfUpuTGgRG0Lup4fEvyG3bB3LcU&dib_tag=se&keywords=jason+shiers&qid=1754775309&sprefix=jason+shiers%2Caps%2C162&sr=8-1

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Walter Mitty & His Makeshift Orchestra - Finding A New Album & A New Self, Buried In A Cave #55

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Walter Mitty shares his journey as an artist, discussing the origins of his name, the evolution of his music & its transformative power to forge a journey of personal reinvention. A unique twist in this journey involves the symbolic act of burying an album in a cave, representing the mystery & depth of personal transformation. We also discuss the DIY spirit in music creation, relationships with nature & surfing. Tune in to discover how music not only shapes our identities but also empowers us to redefine our lives & pursue new beginnings.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

The origin of the alias "Walter Mitty"
Early days of creating music with unconventional instruments
Embracing challenges for development
Personal stories of overcoming adversity through music
Reflections on the intersection of life experiences and creativity
The act of burying the album was both a creative and ritualistic endeavor
Caves as a metaphor for confronting the unknown within oneself
Swamplands as a symbolic territory between death & rebirth
Surfing as a connection to nature

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instagram.com/walteretc/?hl=en
walteretcband.wixsite.com/mysite
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The Waves Of Folk Punk + Friendship & Film w/ Jak of Shibby Pictures #54

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Jak & Pepe delve into the evolution of folk punk, discussing its origins, the impact of key bands like Days N Daze, & the role of music videos in the genre. They explore the various waves of folk punk, the importance of documenting the scene, & the deliberate approach some contemporary artists take in their music & performances. The discussion also highlights the significance of friendships & collaborations within the DIY community, emphasizing the shared passion for music & storytelling. Jak shares insights on collaborating with musicians Matt Pless & April Hartman, his journey from filmmaking to punk culture, & the evolution of his musical tastes. The style of director Richard Linklater & his influence on underground film are also discussed.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

What Shibby Pictures does
Jak's documentary about the overlap of baseball & punk rock.
Jak's book/travel memoir about the DIY scene
The pandemic allowed many to work on creative projects
Folk punk's different waves over the years
Jak's video for Days & Daze Misanthropic Drunken Loner discussed
Documenting the scene is important for preserving its history
Collaboration with artists like Matt Pless & April Hartman has enriched Jak's creative journey
Jak's interest in film began at a young age, leading to a lifelong passion
The transition from mainstream music to DIY punk culture
Richard Linklater's films have influenced Jak's approach to storytelling
Accessibility in filmmaking has improved over the years, similar to music
Jak prioritizes creating art over seeking attention or recognition

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MC Homeless on Connecting Rap, Folk Punk & Dogs #53

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 05:00:00 GMT

MC Homeless & Pepe explore how the early days of folk punk & DIY rap were intertwined. They discuss the impact of early connections, memorable performances, & the evolution of MC Homeless as a rapper. They reflect on the importance of community in the music scene, the challenges of documentary filmmaking, the excitement of returning to music after a hiatus & collaborating with punk rock legends. The discussion also delves into the practical & emotional aspects of starting a dog walking business.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

DIY rap & early folk punk connections
MC Homeless' role in connecting Pepe to rappers
The importance of community in the music scene
Memorable shows often took place in unconventional venues
Documentary filmmaking challenges & rewards
The crucial role of networking as an independent musician
Collaborating with punk rock legends
How running a dog walking business allows room to express the DIY ethos
The evolution of folk punk & appreciation for its current direction
Call to collaborate with folk punk artists in the future
We play "Growing Up Punk" (feat Fishbone)

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Insta instagram.com/rustbelthammer/?hl=en
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Wired For Chaos: Harley Flanagan of Cro-Mags Unpacks His Story #52

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

summary

In one of my favorite conversations to date, Harley Flanagan (founder of the Cro-Mags) explores his life story & the complexities of his experiences. Expect to hear about his family legacy, a chaotic childhood, the realities of growing up in a unique environment &, difficult topics such as abuse &, grief. He discusses the impact of punk rock in Ireland, his introduction to skinhead culture, & how he brought that identity back to America. Harley reflects on the early punk scene & the evolution of his own music, leading to the formation of Cro-Mags, who changed the entire movement. He shares his tumultuous journey through addiction, fatherhood, & personal growth. In a passionate plea against suicide, Harley emphasizes the importance of resilience in the face of adversity & the value of life, encouraging listeners to embrace the unknown & not give up, no matter how tough things get.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Harley's wild family history
Childhood experiences in Morocco
Hitchhiking w/ his mom as a young kid
Confronting the realities of abuse, violence & trauma
Harley expresses the challenges of dealing with grief & loss of a father he never knew
Breaking the silence around sexual abuse
Learning meditation from Alan Ginsberg
Harley's introduction to drugs at a young age
The Stimulators pivotal role in the early punk rock movement
Punk rock in Ireland
Harley's role in introducing skinhead culture to America
Skinhead history as a non-racist, punk movement, influenced by Jamaican music & culture
The Cro-Mags blended punk & metal, creating a new sound that became hardcore
The response to the Cro-Mags was initially one of shock & awe
A life-changing phone call that revealed a potential child
Kicking heroin oh his own & starting to run
Suicide & not giving up
Harley's documentary & other music documentaries

Wired For Chaos trailer - youtube.com/watch?v=yP8zCVJWl1Q

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Safe Journey w/ Mr. Michael Motorcycle (Michael Schneeweis) #51

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Michael Schneeweis (Mr. Michael Motorcycle / Friends In Real Life) & Pepe explore the theme of safe journeys. Pepe shares a couple of stories as metaphors for life's challenges & Michael offers his thoughts in response. Ultimately, they emphasize the value of relationships, support systems & tools in overcoming obstacles & finding safety in an unpredictable world. Themes of loneliness, the power of simple connections in changing lives, the healing nature of seeking to understand others &, the importance of journaling as a tool for problem solving also come up. The discussion then delves into the meaning behind Michael's album title 'Safe Journey' & offers a deeper understanding of several of its' songs. We close out by playing "Wheels Are Turning."

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highlights:

Pepe shares a story about a scholar on a journey across the open sea w/ Michael
The different ways to approach critical moments in life
Finding safety to better navigate life's challenges
Mapping out solutions can help clarify options during crises
Having connections is crucial for support during tough times
We often lose sight of our resources in moments of crisis
Reaching out to others to alleviate feelings of isolation
Simple connections can have a profound impact on lives
Loneliness often stems from the inability to communicate important feelings
Seeking to understand others can be a healing process
Journaling to categorize & solve struggles
How "belonging" can lead to both positive & negative behaviors
Growth requires letting old parts of oneself die-off
We play "Wheels Are Turning"

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What's Another Night? w/ Apes Of The State #50

Thu, 15 May 2025 05:01:00 GMT

April & Pepe delve into the themes of nostalgia, loss, & the creative process behind Apes Of The State's latest album. They discuss the personal stories that influenced the music, the collaborative nature of songwriting, & the impact of community & friendship on the artistic journey. The conversation highlights the importance of honoring loved ones in song & the challenges of navigating personal struggles while maintaining a public persona. Thoughts on living through Hurricane Sandy, the impact of changing neighborhoods &, much more. We close out playing the track "What's Another Night?"

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Honoring parents in music
Collaboration & its powerful results
Channelling The Smashing Pumpkins when writing music
Touring while grieving a close friend
Songwriting can be a therapeutic outlet for pain
What songs become "anthems"
Meeting punk rockers in rehab
Being viewed as "the strong friend"
Experiences from older generations can provide valuable wisdom
Friendships can dissolve over time, simply due to life changes
Thoughts on nostalgia
Musical references heard throughout the album
We play What's Another Night?

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Exploring Liminal Spaces w/ Myles Bullen #49

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Answering questions submitted by fans & other musicians, Myles Bullen explores their latest album with Pepe Bandit. Myles reveals an unknown history to Pepe that has secretly connected them both for over 15 years. Themes of connection, community & cathartic music are also brought up. Myles discusses the evolution of their music, particularly the transition from hip-hop to a more folk punk sound. They share insights on the creative process behind their latest album, the importance of vulnerability in performance, and the personal significance of the album's themes. The discussion also touches on the challenges of solitude, the joy of artistic collaboration, and the deep connections formed through music. Questions & comments from the entire Friends In Real Life lineup, Folk Punk Dad, Eric King & more!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

A word from Eric King
Making music to connect deeply with those who have experienced hardship
Why Eric King intimidated Myles
Why Myles intimidated Pepe
The connection the audience feels at a live show w/ Myles
Reflections on the album artwork & its personal meaning
The album creates a feeling of communal sharing and celebration
How performing in folk punk spaces has been life-changing & career-saving for Myles
The minimalist approach in the album challenges Myles to be more vulnerable
The names of the fish on the album cover are a tribute to friends lost

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The Last Circus - Four Movies w/ Spoken Nerd (pt. 2) #48

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

In part two of the 4 movies series, Spoken Nerd talks with Pepe Bandit about The Last Circus. A film they both loved so much it got its own episode dedicated to it. This is one of Pepe's all time favorite movies...Tune in to see what the hype is all about!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

The Last Circus - youtube.com/watch?v=fDhw367f9oI
Balada Triste De Trompeta - RAPHAEL youtube.com/watch?v=DWnmzagelp8

Check out our previous picks from episode #46:

Beast Of The Southern Wild - youtube.com/watch?v=pvqZzSMIZa0
Accion Mutante - youtube.com/watch?v=jMZA9a_jx3Q
The Substance - youtube.com/watch?v=LNlrGhBpYjc

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Crazy & The Brains on Facing Criticism, Being Less Judgmental & Living Life In A Fearless Way #47

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMT

"I try to live my life in a fearless way"

Christoph Jesus of Crazy & The Brains, shares his journey as an artist, recalling experiences performing with various bands, the differences between opening & headlining shows, & the challenges of facing criticism. He emphasizes the importance of artistic freedom & the essence of punk rock, which he believes is rooted in intention & energy rather than strict musical boundaries. Christoph & Pepe explore the profound impact of family relationships, loss, & grief on creativity. The conversation also delves into cultural influences, particularly in film & music, through authentic storytelling as art. We close out the conversation playing the song "Punk Rocker" by Crazy & The Brains.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Christoph values learning from every performance
Opening for respected bands is a significant opportunity for growth
Criticism can be a challenge, but it can also motivate you
Being contacted by Iggy Pop
Punk rock is about intention & breaking boundaries
Artistic expression should be fearless & authentic
The value of having positive family relations
Loss can significantly influence artistic expression & creativity
Exploring grief further
Authentic storytelling in art is often overshadowed by commercial interests
Cultural consumption should be approached with a critical eye for authenticity
We play "Punk Rocker" by Crazy & The Brains

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Four Movies w/ Spoken Nerd (pt. 1) Beast Of The Southern Wild, Accion Mutante, The Substance #46

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Spoken Nerd & Pepe Bandit each pick two movies for the other to watch & then discuss with you. This episode explores 3 of those films, Beast Of The Southern Wild, Accion Mutante, & The Substance. Check out the movie previews (linked below.)

Then in part 2 of this series, they dedicate the entire episode to The Last Circus (you might want to watch it before it airs on April 15th.) We close out the episode playing a track by Spoken Nerd!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Beast Of The Southern Wild - youtube.com/watch?v=pvqZzSMIZa0
Accion Mutante - youtube.com/watch?v=jMZA9a_jx3Q
The Substance - youtube.com/watch?v=LNlrGhBpYjc
We play Secret Door To The mall by Spoken Nerd feat. Negro Justice
The Last Circus - youtube.com/watch?v=fDhw367f9oI (discussed in upcoming episode #48)

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open.spotify.com/artist/2CwUmIybp6G0dqkZvlfB2D?si=pUv_fB6NStCabpsc0HDdSQ
ghettoblastermagazine.com/category/film/

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The Taxpayers - Nobody Is A Lost Cause #45

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 06:00:00 GMT

In this conversation, Rob & Noah from TheTaxpayers discuss their journey back to music after nearly a decade without a new album. They explore the themes of their upcoming release 'Circle Breaker', including trauma, loss, & the hope that follows. The band reflects on the resurgence of interest in their music, particularly through platforms like TikTok, & compares their past, more DIY shows to their recent performances, noting the differences in venue dynamics & audience engagement. Along with Pepe, they delve into topics like hot sauce, the bonds formed during challenging times & personal stories about forgiveness & redemption, emphasizing that no one is beyond hope. The discussion also touches on touring in Australia & the unique experiences there. The conversation wraps up delving into the nature of reality & the intriguing concept of Bigfoot & UFOs, suggesting a deeper spiritual connection to such phenomena.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

The theme of circles on their upcoming album Circle Breaker
Unexpected TicToc fame
Shows then & now
Thoughts on sound checks
Noah & Rob give Pepe suggestions of what his potential venue should offer
Alcohol Vs. no alcohol in venues
The importance of inclusive, all ages spaces for music
Making hot sauce at home & in prison
Time in Tasmania
Radical forgiveness & redemption
Losing friends to suicide
Rob discusses the duality of people who can be both generous & troubled
The impact of simple gestures can save lives, as shared by Pepe
The discussion on Bigfoot & UFOs leads to deeper questions about reality & perception

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Love As Resistance Behind Bars w/ Eric King #44

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 06:01:00 GMT

In this conversation, former political prisoner Eric King shares his experience of incarceration & the profound impact of relationships during his time in prison. He discusses the journey that led him to federal prison, the challenges of maintaining connections with loved ones, & the unique bond he formed with his wife, Rochelle. He highlights the importance of emotional support & understanding in navigating the complexities of love behind bars. Eric emphasizes the need for vulnerability & the significance of being valued as a person, despite the dehumanizing nature of the prison system. The conversation also touches on the societal perceptions of relationships with incarcerated individuals. Eric discusses the fleeting moments of joy that allowed him to escape the harsh realities of incarceration & the transformative power of love that helped him navigate his difficult journey. He reflects on the emotional complexities of his release day, the struggles of adjusting to life outside prison, & the importance of community support. Eric emphasizes the significance of finding joy & maintaining a smile as acts of resistance against the trauma of his past, while also highlighting the impact of art & connection in the healing process...particularly through seeing Myles Bullen perform live.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

What led Eric into prison
Prison relationships often face skepticism from the outside world
Emotional vulnerability is essential for maintaining connections
Visits from loved ones can be emotionally taxing & scrutinized
Women often bear the emotional burden of supporting incarcerated partners
Exploring how love can transform one's experience in prison
The complexities and challenges of getting married in prison
Moments of joy can provide relief from the harsh realities of incarceration
The emotional turmoil leading up to release day.
Navigating the challenges of the halfway house experience
Finding joy & resistance in the aftermath of incarceration
The power of a smile as an act of defiance against trauma
Thoughts on Myles Bullen & the importance of community & art in the healing process

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Recalling The Early Pat The Bunny / Johnny Hobo Days (part 3) w/ Brook Pridemore #43

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 06:01:06 GMT

For the final installment of our Johnny Hobo Q&A, Brook Pridemore joins Pepe to offer some more perspectives on the questions listeners sent in. They also discuss some of the general happenings of the folk punk scene from the mid to late 2000's. Enjoy! (There will be some additional Pat The Bunny questions answered by Pepe on our Patreon feed)

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Brook's first show with Johnny Hobo/Pat The Bunny
What was the average Johnny hobo show like at the time? Was it a solid consistent line up or mostly pat showing up with a guitar?
What was the farthest pat toured during that period?
Some differences between the Pan-It-X crew & the DIY Bandits crew
The role of "place" & how it influences music & scenes
How much did the Johnny Hobo songs actually reflect Pat's real life at the time & how much was just him singing in character?
Were things like hitchhiking & riding freight trains stuff Pat actually did?
Thoughts on the tinder Box in Brattleboro VT.
Brook taking people to Harmony Parking Lot
How do you all feel about being so popular with train hoppers & homeless kids, particularly those who take inspiration from Pat's early nihilistic, self-destructive lyrics to be nihilistic and self-destructive themselves?
Does an artist have a responsibility to their listeners. Eg glorifying drugs, suicide, violence, crime etc or is the first responsibility to the art itself?
How do you feel about fans putting people like Pat & Benjamin Tod on pedestals? Seemingly holding them solely responsible for their recoveries?
"These days folk-punk is suffering because the artists aren't". It seems like the music was better when the people involved were "worse". Can you speak to that idea?
Can I become rich & pay off my student loans with my old CDs. Asking for a friend :) + What’s that most yall have seen these albums go for?
Did he ever give a reason for the disbanding of Johnny Hobo? If so what was it?

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Listen to part 1 of this series

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Friends In Real Life discussed by April (Apes Of The State) & Ceschi (Codefendants) Bonus Episode!!!

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:01:00 GMT

Wondering what the upcoming Friends In Real Life album will be like? Well, here's a sneak peek...

The day after Pat (fka Pat The Bunny) announced he will be releasing music for the first time in 10 years, Pepe decided to chat with friends April Hartman of Apes Of The State & Julio "Ceschi" Ramos of Codefendants about the new album. Expect to hear what Pat's return means to them & the scene overall, April's top 3 picks from the album, Ceschi's break down about how the song (& upcoming video) "Surf Rock Anthem" came to be & much more. This one got emotional...

REMEMBER THERE IS STILL HOPE LEFT IN THIS WORLD

A longer version of this interview is available through our Patreon

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Recalling The Early Pat The Bunny / Johnny Hobo Days (part 2) w/ Pepe Bandit #42

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:05:43 GMT

***Please take the poll in the Spotify show notes & tell us what Johnny Hobo music we should repress on vinyl***

Pepe answers questions you all sent in, largely about Pat The Bunny during the Johnny Hobo days while also reflecting on his own journey through the folk punk scene. He shares personal stories of struggle, inspiration, & the DIY ethos that defined the era. Pepe emphasizes the importance of following one's dreams, even in the face of adversity, & the organic development of the folk punk scene without the constraints of commercial expectations. He discusses lost & unreleased music & the potential for future represses. He touches on the importance of community and personal growth, while also addressing the disbanding of Johnny Hobo and the choices that led to it & much more. Enjoy!

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HIGHLIGHTS

Reading from an old letter Pat wrote
What Pat said about remembering the early days
Was Love Songs For The Apocalypse really recorded on a phone?
Did you have a contract when you released music by Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains?
A question from John Warmb of the band Rent Strike
What's the most you've seen this music sell for?
Represses ever?
Why & how the hell did Pat go to Australia?
Any interesting stories with Pat & the authorities?
How do you feel reflecting on yourselves back then compared to now?
What is the lasting impact Pat's music had on your life personally?
Did Pat give a reason for disbanding Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains
Do you relate to the person you were back then?
Pepe's children recall being young kids & experiencing the early Johnny Hobo/folk punk days

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Matt Pless on Creativity & Living Between Worlds #41

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 08:01:14 GMT

Matt Pless & Pepe explore many engaging topics. Expect to hear about music & creativity from the time of early humans to the age of social media. Matt shares his extensive journey through the music scene & his time hanging out with Pat The bunny. The discussion also touches on the challenges of navigating between different musical worlds & environments & the impact it has. Matt & Pepe delve into personal experiences of betrayal & rebuilding trust, particularly in the context of addiction. The conversation concludes with insights into Matt's upcoming projects & we play a track of his.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Hitting the road coast to coast
What helped Matt spread his music around the country
Folk punk french toast tips
Why small towns can have the best shows
Childhood interest in The Monkees
How Matt was perceived as a kid in school
What it's like to live between worlds in prison & music
The songwriting process for Matt involves a mix of chaos & order
Creativity in prison
Does an artist have a responsibility to the listener first or the art first?
Audience capture, social media & monetized art
Birds & their connection to the origins of music
Music was more impactful & felt differently for pre-civilized peoples
Pepe connects Dante's Inferno, Pat The Bunny & betrayal
Matt's views on addiction & betrayal with his brother
Trimming weed
Upcoming projects
"Comin' through the Rye" played

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Recalling The Early Pat The Bunny / Johnny Hobo Days (part 1) w/ Dani Chaoflux & Mark Leonard #40

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 08:01:44 GMT

In this informative episode, Pepe takes us on a journey to revisit the early days of folk punk with a focus on Pat the Bunny (Johnny Hobo) & the DIY Bandits label that released much of his music. He enlists the support of longtime friends Dani Chaoflux & Mark Leonard who also spent time with Pat during those days. Together they explore a fascinating origin story that sparked a local community that eventually helped ignite a country wide scene. This is part 1...stay tuned for parts 2 & 3!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

"What were you thinking?" during the early Bandit days
Creating the Love Songs For The Apocalypse layout
What was a typical day like at Bandits HQ back then?
What happened to the DIY Bandits website?
Who were the DIY Bandits?
Remembering the first Johnny Hobo shows
Escaping security story
Favorite memory about Pat The Bunny
Did the Johnny Hobo music actually reflect who Pat was?
What was the scene like?
Would you do it all again if you knew how it ended up going?
We didn't use the term "folk punk" in the early days
Folk punk bands then & now
Touring with Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains
What was the folk punk scene like in CT. in the early-mid 2000's?
What was the difference between the early shows and current day shows?
We like ska!
Reflecting on Pat The Bunny during the Johnny Hobo era
Some Thoughts on the podcast

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COFFEE BREAK - Homeless Gospel Choir on The Song Writing Process

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 08:01:44 GMT

Todays COFFEE BREAK features The Homeless Gospel Choir discussing the song writing process & touring.

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We Are All Haunted By What Resides In The Shadows (part 2) w/ Pepe Bandit #39

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 08:01:41 GMT

In part two of this shadow work series, Pepe explores examples & thoughts about the shadow through Apes Of The State, Rent Strike, Carl Jung & his own personal journey in prison & more. Expect to learn what you can gain from doing shadow work yourself & some practical action steps to help you begin the process as well as a couple book recommendations to start with. No longer let the ghosts of your past rule your life in the present.

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RENT STRIKE - Words Are Spells, Concept Albums & Planning Our Escape #38

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 07:01:49 GMT

John Warmb of the band Rent Strike returns to the show & talks to Pepe about recording their latest album Möbius Strip Mall & why they often makes concept albums. A large portion of the conversation focuses on the power of words & the magic that flows through & out of them. Together, Pepe & John explore some practical of examples of how we cast a spell with the words we speak & how that can affect the very fabric of reality for better or for worse.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Thoughts on concept albums
The story of the Möbius Strip Mall
Advertising is like sorcery
Laurel Airica word alchemy
Words as spells
A snitch spoke magic words that led Pepe to prison
The liberating value of using or not using certain words
Language & perception
Dr. Emoto water experiment
Does John have any new beliefs since recording the latest album
Covid, collapse & the time for liberating acts
Exploring our escape plans through music

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We Are All Haunted By What Resides In The Shadows (part 1) w/ Pepe Bandit #37

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:01:29 GMT

In this episode of Back on the Grind, Pepe Bandit discusses the transformative power of the shadow. Drawing from his background in life coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma recovery & more, he aims to help others understand the shadow correctly. He discusses the differences between repression & suppression & how shadow material can accumulate over time & unconsciously influence our behavior & relationships.

Pepe delves into the concept of exploring the parts of ourselves that we often deny or refuse to acknowledge. He shares his own journey & personal anecdotes to illustrate how these shadow aspects actually manifest in our thoughts & behaviors, highlighting the duality of human nature—our capacity for both compassion & cruelty. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-awareness & acceptance of all facets of our identity for personal growth & healthier interactions with others. The episode also touches on the relevance of these themes in the context of Halloween, a time traditionally associated with hauntings & the unseen.

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HIGHLIGHTS

We all have hauntings that we can never fully escape
Your shadow contains unwanted or “unhelpful” parts of ourselves we deny
The shadow is not inherently evil; it's part of us
Shadow material often stems from childhood experiences
Repression vs. suppression
How shadow material can manifest unconsciously in our lives
Shadow work requires confronting uncomfortable truths about ourselves
Engaging in shadow work is essential for personal and societal growth
"Demon Song" by PT Burnem is played

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COFFEE BREAK - P.T. Burnem & Pepe Bandit on Meditation & Making Peace w/ the Dragon Toilet

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 07:01:38 GMT

Todays COFFEE BREAK features an exclusive clip from our patreon featuring P.T. Burnem. He discusses meditation and Pepe shares a story about toilets in prison.

Article about prison toilets: https://prisonjournalismproject.org/2024/10/21/what-its-like-to-poop-prison/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=other

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Listen to the full episode #3, Getting Intuitive with P.T. Burnem:

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Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-intuitive-with-p-t-burnem-3/id1681556943?i=1000613055220

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The Looms on Mermaid Rituals, Personal Loss, Digital Communication & more #36

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:01:28 GMT

"We became mermaids at the parade."

In this conversation Pepe does his best to get The Looms to open up about some rumors surrounding the band. They share their unique journey, touching on themes of rituals, personal loss, and the collaborative nature of songwriting. The band members reflect on their diverse backgrounds, from metal influences, philosophical studies & working in the medical field. The discussion culminates in a deep dive into the meaning behind their song 'Mourning Star'. The band members share their experiences with live performances, stepping out of their comfort zones, and the impact of digital communication. We close out playing the song 'Mourning Star.'

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Pepe's attempt to get to the bottom of rumors about the "Order Of The Loominati"...
The Mermaid Parade
Rituals and their impact on individuals
The songwriting process is collaborative and involves all members
The band's history is intertwined with personal growth and friendship
How 'Morning Star' reflects deep personal loss & the search for direction
Live performances can lead to unexpected mistakes and funny stories
Stepping out of comfort zones
Communication in the digital age & anxiety
Upcoming projects
We play the song "Mourning Star"

THE LOOMS - listen & connect:

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Instagram instagram.com/theloomsband/
Website thelooms.band/home

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Jo Rodriguez on Imposter Syndrome & The Personal Impact Of Folk Punk Music In Our Lives #35

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 07:01:28 GMT

In this conversation, Pepe Bandit and Jo Rodriguez discuss the impact of music on their lives, particularly folk punk music. They share personal stories of how certain musicians or songs have helped them through difficult times and provided a sense of grounding. They also discuss imposter syndrome and the challenges of feeling like they don't belong in certain spaces or conversations. Jo mentions her experience growing up in a (ex)Mormon family and how it has influenced her music. She plans to write a song about her parents' journey out of the Mormon church as a way to find forgiveness and peace. The conversation covers various themes, including anger towards parents, the impact of trauma, the desire to have a house venue, and the narration of an audiobook.

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takeaways

Music has the power to provide comfort and grounding during difficult times
Happy Happy, Apes Of The State & Rent Strike stories
Imposter syndrome is a common experience, even for musicians and podcasters
Personal experiences, such as growing up in a religious community, can shape an artist's music and lyrics
Religious trauma
Writing songs can be a way to find forgiveness and peace
Sharing personal stories and vulnerabilities through music can create connections and resonate with listeners.
Having a house venue can be a way to give back to the community
Narrating an audiobook can be a meaningful way to contribute to projects that explore important themes and experiences
Exploring personal experiences and emotions through music can be cathartic and healing
We play the song "Practical Advice" by Jo Rodriguez

Connect with Jo Rodriguez:

Instagram - instagram.com/jobanjobanjo/?hl=en

Facebook - facebook.com/people/Jo-Rodriguez/100004513473999/?ref=xav_ig_profile_web

Website - jobanjobanjo.com/

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Bandcamp - jobanjobanjo.bandcamp.com/

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Rethinking The Tactics Of Cancel Culture with shugE #34

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 07:01:50 GMT

"In any corner of the radical left it makes most sense for this conversation to be happening, in my opinion, it's in the folk punk world."

Community organizer and musician shugE joins Pepe to discuss the tactics of cancel culture & rethink if they align with folk punk & radical politics in general. Is cancel culture the best way to create a better world? Does it reproduce harmful aspects of the carceral/prison system? Plenty of folks have expressed concerns & fears about discussing these topics freely . As a result the conversation very often happens privately, outside the public discourse but, shugE & Pepe choose to have it openly through this public platform. The conversation is at times difficult & uncomfortable but remains honest with a desire for a better world full of more compassion & care for every one of us living in it. We close out playing the song "With Me" by shugE.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Organizing with the IWW
Getting canceled & getting exonerated
Seeking out commonalities rather than our differences
Does cancel culture even exist?
Famous people & cancel culture
Defining cancel culture
Pepe realizes the similarities between cancel culture & his own incarceration experience
Hypocrisy of supporting prison abolition & cancel culture/putting people in social prisons
Working with people who experienced sexual abuse/assault
Working with people who have problematic/harmful behaviors
Restorative justice
Why cancel culture is attractive
Getting to a place of healing
Daryl Davis & the KKK story
Self-censorship
The recovery movement & its role in questioning cancel culture
Folkpunk has a history of embracing the "rejects" of society
The "commons" as a place for open discussion
We play the song "With Me" by shugE

Connect with shugE:

instagram.com/shugemusic/

shugemusic.com

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Opening A Gay Bar In The 90's To Supporting Folk Punk Currently w/ John Crunch #33

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:01:58 GMT

John Crunch comes on to share his story of opening a successful gay bar (The LURE) in the 90's. We also dive into what it was like to discover punk rock & the fact he was gay when he was younger. From there we follow his story to becoming a state trooper at 19, facing harassment/resigning, moving to NYC, getting sober, supporting folk punk and much more. Overall, John is just a regular guy who lived an interesting life & loves folk punk. Enjoy!

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HIGHLIGHTS:

John's early life & intro to punk rock
Having ADHD in the 80's
Coming to acknowledge he was gay
Getting hired as a state trooper at a young age
Difficulties & resigning from a homophobic job
Thoughts on NYC & Opening a gay bar in the 90's
The intersection of punk & gay culture
Why investors of the LURE (gay bar) didn't want their real names to be known
How mainstream culture viewed the gay community in the 90's
Complications opening & running a gay bar
Pros & Cons (for communities) with the rise of the internet/apps
Discovering & supporting folk punk
Getting injured & developing a new understanding of disability
Getting sober
Favorite folk punk bands
Song - "I Love You To Death" by Never Say Surrender

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COFFEE BREAK - Pat The Bunny & Ceschi on Musical Inspirations

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:27:33 GMT

Welcome to the first Back On The Grind Coffee Break. Our Coffee Breaks will appear occasionally & feature moments from our regular or exclusive patreon episodes. The Coffee Break is a way we can give you a quick glimpse into what happens here at Back On The Grind.

This Coffee Break features Ceschi & Pat (formerly Pat The Bunny) discussing musical inspirations.

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Listen to more from Ceschi on episode 11 of Back On The Grind:

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pGQaUXHR6Felni0LXhZsX?si=0a51b5e02dc146f7

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000626427872

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Michael Schneeweis-The Path Of Spiritual Cultivation & Releasing Music When Pat The Bunny Is Your Brother #32

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:01:46 GMT

"I used to feel like I was constantly fucking up, constantly doing the wrong thing...and that's where I was living for a number of years; always feeling bad about myself."

Michael Schneeweis shares what it was like to release music as Pat The Bunny's younger brother. He then goes on to engage in a deep conversation largely focused on areas of spiritual exploration & practice. Pepe shares a very personal story that spans from his childhood to his recent incarceration. Expect to learn about the Self & the ego as well. If you are curious about engaging with spirituality or wanting to move further along with a current practice, you will find valuable insight throughout this conversation. We close by exploring Michael's several visits to Cambodia. Overall, this is an impactful episode that is both informative & powerful. We close by playing a song Michael wrote about his brother Pat (the Bunny).

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Releasing music when Pat The Bunny is your older brother
Why Michael was full of guilt
The difference between spirituality & religion
4 elements innate to all humans (physical, mental, emotional & spiritual)
Michael's recent change in how he views spirituality
The path of spiritual cultivation is not linear
Pepe's personal & spiritual story from prison
Interpreting the Buddhist concept of "no self"
Breaking down the ego & building a healthy ego
The goal is not to annihilate the ego
Service is an important part of spirituality
Michael's visits to Cambodia
Khmer Children Education Organization
We play the song "Dent"

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Laptop Drive for KCEO

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Listener Q&A - Folk Punk Recommendations, Advice For Your 20's, Relationship Help, Lessons From Prison & more w/ Pepe & Lee Bandit #31

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:01:48 GMT

Responding to your questions & comments, Pepe is joined by his wife Lee Bandit as they share thoughts on the things listeners have been saying & asking. It's a wide ranging episode that will leave you even more connected to your host & his wife as they offer some honest, fun & serious answers to what listeners have been wanting to know.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

I'm in my 20's, any advice? Q&A
Thoughts on controlling your emotions
Reflections on heartbreak
3 ways people respond to difficulties in life
I have no idea what my passion is, what should I do? Q&A
Opportunities vs. Passion
What did you learn from your time in prison? Q&A
The value in being less agreeable
Pepe's wife doesn't need him & why that's a good thing
The meaning behind the name of the podcast
Pepe changed his mind about hustle culture
What folk punk bands do you think deserve more listeners? Q&A
I’m struggling in my relationship of 5 years...Any advice would be appreciated. Q&A
Learn how to fight as a couple
What do you do on the weekends? Q&A
Pat (the Bunny) & Days N Daze coming over for breakfast

Folk Punk Recommendations:

Jo Rodriguez - Practical Advice

Spotify open.spotify.com/track/03EPh8gaTO9xd5YERKXZ7m?si=a95fdebe665a4a19

Bandcamp flowerpotrecords.bandcamp.com/track/practical-advice

The Looms - Mourning Star

Spotify open.spotify.com/track/4XVC9QLLZ6GS7xD71LIkpk?si=ca0be3d4ce004ead

Bandcamp thelooms.bandcamp.com/track/mourning-star

Trash Boat And The Ambush - Benediction

Spotify open.spotify.com/track/0Jf9nigV5SF61l2mVf7kQ6?si=a4ab63de7116443e

Bandcamp trashboatandtheambush.bandcamp.com/track/benediction-2

Swamp Rats - Butcher Knife:

Spotify open.spotify.com/track/02evVEFF5xfItNKiiPSCF1?si=b17d43e065a44891

Bandcamp swampratsmusic.bandcamp.com/track/butcher-knife

Rosa - Scan To Print:

Spotify open.spotify.com/track/0EuNgurxlcPpjqOBlhtPL2?si=93250d909e3c4203

YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=wDInDJby8tc

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Paulie Think on Recovery & Being a Punk Rock B-Boy in the Early days #30

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 07:01:05 GMT

"I'm not responsible for my disease but I am responsible for my sobriety"

Paulie Think, a punk rock B-boy speaks very openly with Pepe about his struggles with addiction, the behaviors it's caused & his path towards a healthier place in life. Talk of confronting the demons of substance abuse disorder to finding a more spiritual meaning & supporting others along the way. Pepe shares what it has been like the various times he has tried to be a support to someone who is caught up in active addiction. Then they discuss what led Paulie to the B-boy & punk rock subcultures in the 80's & certain aspects of the folkpunk community more recently. We close out playing the track "Suicide" by Paulie Think.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Meeting Pat The Bunny in a basement
Stigma & shame ingrained in the culture kills people
Stealing from Pepe/the Bandits
The conversation had when Paulie was using while living with Pepe
Enabling behavior is coming from a good spot
Police interactions in the 90's vs now
Advice if your trying to support someone struggling with addiction
It's not a shortcoming on you if you can't make someone get sober
Doing spiritual work in response to addiction
What led Paulie to the B-boy & punk rock cultures
Diversity in punk rock
Staying open minded/challenging our own beliefs
Song "Suicide" by Paulie Think

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instagram.com/pauliethink/?hl=en

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Thoughts On Building Community & Podcasting with Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #29

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 07:00:24 GMT

Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad respond to a listener question about building community in a small town. Then they reflect on what it's been like to be podcasting for over a year & they discuss some changes you can expect with the podcast. We close out playing the song "Ghost Of Apartment B2" by Tall Travis because it wasn't ready when we originally released their episode a few months back.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Folk Punk Dad recalls growing up in a small town
Open mics & other tools to help start building community around music
Don't limit yourself to folk punk when building community
The small town community built around the DIY Bandits was not folk punk at all
Trust is required whenever building community
Uncomfortable situations within the DIY Bandits community
The risk associated with building a community open to all kinds of people
Being welcoming of everyone to help change minds while also setting boundaries to keep some people out
Unacceptable behaviors of others & extreme intolerance of our own are both problematic
How books helped Pepe build community in prison
Seeking an inner circle vs. seeking community
What the podcast will look like as Folk Punk Dad moves away to a new community
Thoughts on doing a weekly podcast
We play "Ghost Of Apartment B2" by Tall Travis

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Mike Wilson of Harley Poe on opening & closing a record shop & the DIY ethos #28

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 07:00:17 GMT

Mike Wilson of Harley Poe talks with Pepe about a wide range of topics like the Grateful Dead, joining Harley Poe & pissing for authority figures. There's plenty of talk about not wanting to work for someone else & the DIY spirit that makes this possible. Expect to hear about the hurdles & challenges (often mental) that Mike & Pepe both faced on their journeys of trying not to have a boss. At the end of the show we play the previously unreleased track "The Night My Cat Went To The Moon" by Mike Wilson. Enjoy!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Why Mike is in a Grateful Dead cover band
What motivated Mike to open a record shop
Joining Harley Poe
Why Harley Poe doesn't tour much
Bandit Coffee Roasters cease & desist story
Pepe vs The Minimalist
Not going back to working for someone else
Mike's biggest hurdle to starting his own business was a mental hurdle
How the DIY ethos helped Mike & Pepe to start working for themselves
Thoughts on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
The shift that seems to happen as you enter the second half of life
Why Pepe got so involved in the punk scene
Showing a stranger your butthole & pissing for authority figures
Mike's Coke Zero addiction
"The Night My Cat Went To The Moon" previously unreleased song

Connect with & Listen to the music of Mike Wilson:

instagram.com/recordstoreguymike/

open.spotify.com/artist/0pULVNhcCRT9158jRhNaFr

mikewilson.bandcamp.com/

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Surviving 13 Years in Prison w/ Ping Lieu #27

Wed, 15 May 2024 09:15:59 GMT

Pepe talks with Ping Lieu who spent 13 years in prison for discussing a potential crime he never actually carried out. This is an older but unreleased episode Pepe recorded while he was fighting his own case and preparing to enter prison himself.

What led Ping to serve 13 years in prison
What it was like for Ping to receive his sentence
The hardest moment of Ping's life & a moment of relief
Crying & the emotional tension it let loose
The different security levels in prison
The hardest aspect of being in prison
Useful skills learned in prison
Benefits & challenges of being Asian in prison
What Ping would've done differently in prison
Struggles after release
What Ping started doing after release
Advice for people potentially facing incarceration

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Sister Wife Sex Strike talk Folkpunk, Unauthorized Starbucks Show, Spirituality & More #26

Wed, 01 May 2024 07:30:56 GMT

Folkpunk Dad sits down with Sister Wife Sex Strike who have been making a name for themselves in the folkpunk community lately. They talk about their recent TikTok fame, their popup Starbucks show, songwriting, anarchism + spirituality & more. Enjoy!

Highlights:

Getting into folkpunk
Accessibility within folkpunk
Blowing up on Tiktok
Not having personal social media
TikTok people vs. show people
Unauthorized popup show in Starbucks
Songwriting
Lyrical themes
Anarchism & religion
Action & contemplation
Spirituality in folkpunk
The gay wave of modern folkpunk

Connect with Sister Wife Sex Strike:

tiktok.com/@sisterwifesexstrike
instagram.com/sisterwifesexstrike/

Listen to Sister Wife Sex Strike:

open.spotify.com/artist/2tEMuU8MNYgXwKX6jJ6l2X

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Becoming A Punk With A Camera #25

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:30:26 GMT

"The only thing that saved me was DIY punk."

Punk With A Camera (PWAC) & Pepe discuss having no place to fit in or feel welcomed until finding DIY punk, filming, working with bands & difficult times with parents while growing up. There's talk about starting a project or passion, learning from our mistakes, supporting the community & much more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

First camera/early filming
Connecting film & DIY punk
Mystery Johnny Hobo mini VHS tapes in Pepe's garage
Growing up with neglectful parents
Why PWAC has no contact with his mother currently
Finding punk "parents"/mentors
Not being scared to fuck up
Helping people to get where they're going
Labels taking advantage of musicians
The concept of "give & take"
Being uncomfortable talking about money
Releasing vinyl for bands (& why you can't sometimes)
Pythons & platypus

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Navigating band life with Tall Travis #24

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:30:39 GMT

Folk/punk musicians Tall Travis sit down to talk with Folkpunk Dad about a range of topics regarding maintaining a band, creating music and friendship. It's the first time we have an entire band on the podcast all at once. They also discuss their appreciation for superstition, magic, whimsy & mystery. We also play their new song Ghost Of Apartment B2 at the end of the episode. Enjoy!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Obstacles & benefits of having band members spread throughout different states
The song writing process
The value of the collective & the individual
DIY recording techniques/philosophies
Navigating the bands decision making process
DIY music/art & de-professionalism
Getting permission to cover Woody Guthrie & Pat The Bunny
Advice if you want to start a band
The mythology of who Tall Travis is
New song "Ghost Of Apartment B2" played

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Rise and Shine w/ Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #23

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:01:23 GMT

How we show up in (or retreat from) the world is greatly influenced by how we wake up in the morning. Pepe Bandit & Folkpunk Dad discuss the value of morning routines & share some things they've done as they developed their own morning routines. They both share how not having a morning routine kept them stuck in unhealthy places.They share what helps them now in the mornings when those difficult times arise.

HIGHLIGHTS:

The news that made Pepe not want to get out of bed
Pepe's & Folkpunk Dad's very difficult time without a morning routine
The key to Pepe's success with getting through all that he's faced
Folkpunk Dad's essential nightly routine
It's normal for your morning routine to change & shift
Making a promise to show up for yourself
When to drink coffee in the morning
Folkpunk Dad's & Pepe's methods to get guidance/feedback
Pepe's prison morning routine
Recommended places to start if you don't currently have a morning routine
Behavioral Activation Therapy

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It's Show Time with Trash Boat And The Ambush #22

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:01:32 GMT

"We're very obsessed with soup"

Trashboat And The Ambush join Pepe for a fun & lighthearted conversation largely centered around setting up DIY shows. First they start off with stories about punk pits, cats & the internet & then dive into their experiences and advice for organizing shows & the community that gets built around this. Towards the end, some unknown folk punk history is shared, some folk punk lore is discussed & a new track by Trash Boat And The Ambush is played.

HIGHLIGHTS:

The benefits of starting to set up shows
What if there's already someone hosting/organizing shows in my town?
Security culture in setting up shows
Pepe reflects on some past shows he set up in the early days
Soup and feeding bands
Voodoo soup story
Reaching out to bands
An unknown bit of history in the folk punk world (regarding Love Songs For The Apocalypse)
You're gonna have shitty shows / You gotta stick with it
Raccoon vs opossum...what came first in folk punk?
New song SS Colombia Eagle played

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Inside A Women's Prison with Tray Johns #21

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:32:17 GMT

"You are in a capacity where you don't have eminent domain over nothing in your life, EXCEPT how you respond and that's the only thing you really have."

Pepe talks with Tray Johns who was sentenced to over 12 years in a women's Federal prison for about $500 worth of drugs. You will learn about life inside a women's prison and hear the story of Tray's journey to, through and out of prison. Tray talks about the things that helped them feel happy, normal or simply okay in prison, having parties, responding to difficulties that arise & more. This an unreleased interview form an older podcast that Pepe recorded (but never published) while he was fighting his case & heading to prison himself.

HIGHTLIGHTS:

Tray's difficult & impressive pre-prison life
Becoming a "jailhouse lawyer"
Teaching skills & empowering others while incarcerated
Supporting/advocating for someone in prison
Being recognized as a number not a human
Social structures/prison families created by women in prison
Birthdays & holidays in prison
Advice for dealing with guards
Does it get easier to serve your time as it goes on?
Parenting from prison
Difficulties for family and friends of an incarcerated person
Advice for women who might be facing prison time

If you liked this episode you will enjoy Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places with Mitchell Gray:

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Days N Daze / Escape From the Zoo on Relationships, Relapse & the X-Files #20

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:10:26 GMT

Je-C (Days N Daze / Escape From The Zoo) & his wife Veronica (Escape From The Zoo) come on the show to talk about relationships, relapse & the X-Files. They share some laughs, shed some tears & also discuss Nick Lutsko, their intro to punk music, why they didn't come on the show last year as planned, romanticizing the tortured artist idea & relationships with parents.

If you enjoy the parts of this episode where we discuss what happens when an event in your life cracks you open & you then have a choice to make; then we suggest you listen to episode #19 (it's right before this one) titled "Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places with Mitchell Gray." We take an even deeper dive into the topic & it's been a favorite episode for listeners.

HIGHLIGHTS:

What it was like for Veronica to push for sobriety in the relationship
Doing EDMR in rehab
Benefits & challenges sobriety brought to their relationship
The value of open communication in a relationship
Veronica & Je-C respond to the Johnny Hobo poll we ran in episode 15
The text Je-C sent Pepe after he and Veronica relapsed
Je-C's emotional retelling of the events leading up to his relapse
The crack that gets created in your life when you experience a loss
Where Veronica's love of the X-Files comes from

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https://www.facebook.com/daysndaze/
instagram.com/daysndazeofficial/

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Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places with Mitchell Gray # 19

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 08:05:12 GMT

"If I let myself be available to be happy, most of the time it does happen."

Pepe connects with Mitchell "Trash" Gray as they discuss their prison experiences, exploring their broken places & their individual relationships to happiness that developed through the journey. It's an emotional conversation at times that traverses topics from addiction to Buddhism and overall lets you see you have a choice to make when you push up against difficult moments or your own broken places. Listen to the episode to find out the choices Mitchell & Pepe made when they were standing on the edge of these places. We end with the song "Dying Red Sun" by Mitchell's band Our Own Legacy.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Thoughts on happiness
What led Mitchell into prison
The painful moment Mitchell knew things had to change
A different perspective on being a broken person
Pepe's painful moment when he broke open in prison
A convicted murderer offers a shoulder to cry on
Mitchell cries at a punk show & Pepe cries at a ska show
Where do you most belong?
The one thing Mitchell would want you to take away from this conversation

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Finding Hope, Connection & Radical Compassion with Average Joey # 18

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 08:01:43 GMT

Folk Punk Dad talks with DIY musician, zine writer and full time traveller, Average Joey. It's a wide ranging conversation with a theme flowing around toxic capitalism & the potential for collective healing. We end the episode with the track "Indifference" by Average Joey!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Average Joey's new record Impermanence
Agnostic gospel songs
Jesus as a radical opposed to the state
Gaza & God in the rubble
Finding hope in the midst of catastrophe
The human need for spirituality, meaning & connection to mystery
Love as a foundation for organizing, activism, societal healing & transformation
The pervasive toxicity of capitalism & the problem of hyper-individualization
Radical compassion
Staying in relationship with those with whom you disagree
How to have a good DIY show

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Finding Ways We Can Step Out Of Loneliness w/ Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #17

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 22:21:24 GMT

With the holidays among us we thought it would be good to talk about loneliness. Loneliness can show up in many ways & some may be unexpected (like Pepe discovered while making this episode). We share our experiences with it and dive into how it manifests and some evolutionary reasons behind our responses to it. We end discussing some things that have helped us make connections and feel less lonely in our lives. We are here twice every month and hopefully we are able to help you feel a little less lonely & more connected.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Why loneliness
Folk Punk Dad's experiences with loneliness
Loneliness defined
The area in Pepe's life where he feels lonely right now
3 main dimensions of loneliness
No one said the word "lonely" in prison
What helped Folk Punk Dad move out of loneliness in school & addiction
How the folk punk community was a missing piece that helped Pepe feel less lonely in prison
Having a healthy connection to yourself is the foundation to connecting with others
Solitude Vs. Loneliness (you can be alone & not feel lonely)
Pepe's practice of expanding emotional vocabulary when he sits alone at the swamp
Improv can help create trust, play & connections

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Finding Community with Myles Bullen #16

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:49:39 GMT

Folk Punk Dad aka Will talks with songwriter, rapper, spoken word poet & all around great human, Myles Bullen. The conversation revolves heavily around the concept of community - what it is, how to find it, how to become a part of it, how to contribute to it and much more. Loneliness & music is also discussed.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Community & the internet
Fake Four as a community
Why music creates community
Important elements of community
Loneliness
How Myles came to music
Play & teaching others to play

Connect with Myles Bullen

instagram.com/beatboxpoet/
mylesbullen.com/

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Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains...Good or Bad + Prison Talk #15

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 10:30:00 GMT

Check out the poll results in the Spotify show notes to see if listeners think Johnny Hobo was good or bad overall.

Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains can be viewed as a single project or part of a larger whole when it comes to the music of Pat The Bunny. Either way it has been loved by some and divisive for others since it was first released and presently. We dive into some of the history associated with Johnny Hobo and try to understand what it all means. After that we discuss some funny, absurd, confusing and difficult stories of life inside prison.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Pepe's connection to Pat (The Bunny)
What is viewed as problematic with Johnny hobo & the Freight Trains
Pat's role in folk punk's reputation as a bunch of unhoused, drug addicts
Could the pro-drug message actually be a helpful tool?
Hesitating to release the first Ramshackle Glory album
Calling Pat the Bunny an asshole
Is Folkpunk in a season of getting sober
The value of Pat's music as a whole
Prison Haircuts & Pepe's big toe
How Pepe (real name Scott) got his nickname
The role race plays in prison
We play Whiskey is my kind of lullaby by Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains

Listen to Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains

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Apple Music music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-hobo-and-the-freight-trains/1249530114

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The Swamp Rats Talk Cryptids , Anxiety & More #14

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 11:32:48 GMT

"It's hard not to love Mothman"

The Swamp Rats join us and talk about Mothman, anxiety, always being on tour, the music they perform and more. After the interview we play their song Butcher's Knife.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Skunk Ape & Moth man
Other Cryptids
Ghost Stories
Cryptids as a manifestation of anxiety
Anxiety on the road/tour
"We can do hard things"
Upcoming split release
Dicktits as merch
"Butchers Knife" song

Listen to & get the Swamp Rats music:

swampratsmusic.bandcamp.com/
open.spotify.com/artist/49y5H2zQUazyEwPAPIKWyi

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instagram.com/swampratsmusic/
facebook.com/swampratsmusic

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Listener Q&A - Getting Unstuck From Procrastination & more w/ Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #13

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:29:31 GMT

A listener asks how we deal with procrastination & another asks about our interests outside of this podcast/music. We also talk about the feeling of not having enough time in your life & offer a new perspective that has been useful for us.

If you have any questions or comments for us please reach out through the email below. We'd love to hear from you!

HIGHLIGHTS:

Wherever you have self doubt is where you procrastinate
Procrastination is not a part of who you are...it's simply a habit you learned
the procrastination loop explained
Procrastination as an act of compassion
Being a sprinter (not a procrastinator)
Tools and hacks for for overcoming procrastination in the moment
Another corny acronym for F.E.A.R.
Getting to the root of your procrastination
Thoughts on not having enough time
Pepe's Rocksteady playlist
song played: Hell Of An Adventure by Adventure Adventure

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Voices From The Compost Heap #12

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:21:08 GMT

Pepe & Folk Punk dad reconnect after not doing an episode together for a few months. Then we hear from various bands that performed at this years Compost Heap festival as they answer questions from Folk Punk Dad & other bands. It's a fun & engaging episode where you get to hear a lot of really awesome people in the DIY/folk punk community share some ideas & stories.

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Ceschi of Codefendants Opens Up About His Father, Living A Fast Life & The Bittersweet Feeling In His Music #11

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 07:01:56 GMT

"I'm continually fighting against living a regular life. That's led me to some really bad decisions at times but, it's also been the best decision of my life."

Rapper, folk & punk musician Ceschi (pronounced Chess-Key) talks with Pepe. Their close friendship allows them both to open up on the podcast about some very personal experiences from their lives. Ceschi recounts his relationship with his father & Pepe talks about losing sight of his own family. Also discussed is the last time Ceschi, Pat (formerly "the Bunny") & Pepe saw Erik Petersen, the story behind Ceschi's song "Shame", perspectives on money, survival without a regular job & more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Ceschi & Pepe recall the Johnny Hobo show they met at
Ceschi describes living with his father & seeing his crack addiction play out
Pepe asks Ceschi if his father has been to hell
Ceschi's inherited trauma & what he would tell his father if he could go back in time
Ceschi talks about living the fast life himself & watching Pepe get caught up in the game too
Pepe's story about being tied up & robbed & his misguided response
The bittersweet feeling in Ceschi's music
The important role humor plays in Ceschi's life

Connect with Ceschi:

instagram.com/ceschiramos/?hl=en
twitter.com/ceschi

Listen to Ceschi & Codefendants:

Codefendants - open.spotify.com/artist/6HBfXt98QpP7QVDPLHjHTe
Ceschi - open.spotify.com/artist/78t5ObID5m0cLVrpZernKV

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Brook Pridemore - The early days of anti-folk/folk punk, The Reflecting Skin & fun Stories #10

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 12:16:29 GMT

"After a 6 month long tour...I was drinking an awful lot, I put no light into the world at that time & when I got home I tried to kill myself & failed. That was the thing that struck me sober, that was when the unmanageability of my life was clear to me."

Folkpunk Dad talks to Brook Pridemore about the anti-folk to folk punk connection they traveled, the many lost bands of early folkpunk, community & sobrieties effect on their music. Brook also shares some personal stories they have with Pepe, Pat (the Bunny) & Ceschi.

HIGHLIGHTS

The music/people that influenced Brook in the early 2000's
Discovering real (folk) punk for the first time
Music & sobriety
Growing up in your musical preferences
The Mountain Goats
Meeting a smelly Pat (the Bunny)
Pepe baked Brook a cake to say I'm sorry

Connect with Brook Pridemore:

instagram.com/brookpridemore/?hl=en

brookpridemore.bandcamp.com/album/glad-to-be-alive

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

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StayFreeCoffee.com

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Rent Strike on Breaking Bread, Time, Covid, Alchemy & Becoming Whole #9

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:22:51 GMT

"When I'm writing music & lyrics, the best thing I can do is just empty my head...that's the best way to make art that is authentic."

In this episode Pepe talks with John Warmb of the band Rent Strike. They discuss the hug John & Pepe shared when they first met, time, solitude vs. solitary confinement, the psychological value of alchemy, the problem with hiding things in your shadow/unconscious, the ego's struggle admitting the power of the unconscious exist & much more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

John & Pepe's hug
Making & breaking bread
Thoughts on Covid (inside prison & in the "free" world)
John asks Pepe about his biggest struggle being in solitary confinement
Pepe tells John about "ghost drugs"
Self inflicted prisons can be far worse than physical, government operated prisons
Alchemy & inner work
John & Pepe discuss what they think is one of the most important things anyone can do in life

Connect with Rent Strike:

instagram.com/rent__strike/

rentstrikenow.com/

Read Pepe's response (written from prison) to John's question about "Time"

preparingforfreedom.org/2021/05/02/reader-question-have-you-changed-your-relationship-to-time-since-entering-the-system/

Read Pepe's "The Gift Of Coffee" blog post John also mentioned in this episode

preparingforfreedom.org/2021/12/15/the-gift-of-coffee/

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

Say hello, send us feedback about any episode or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:

Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com

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Preparing For Freedom - Pepe's interview one week before prison #8

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 10:00:18 GMT

While Folkpunk Dad is away on tour & unable to be in the studio, we're airing an older interview Pepe gave 1 week before he went to prison in 2019. Pepe talks about originally facing 10 to life, the work he did to keep his relationship(s) intact, preparing for release before he was even sentenced, being in relationship while one partner is incarcerated, having a morning routine & working out, & how it's usually not easy to do the work that life asks of you but, it's worth it. This is an inspirational interview that can help you see there is a way through even the toughest of times.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Pepe's box of shit story
Pizza & prison with the kids
Pepe's positive response to his apartment burning down
The questions Pepe & his wife asked each other about their relationship before he went to prison
Doing the work
What Pepe did first thing the morning he was getting sentenced to prison

Watch the interview here:

youtube.com/watch?v=br9Y1smB1hQ&t=123s

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

Help support this podcast & get some exclusives:

patreon.com/BackontheGrind

Check out Pepe's blog from prison:

PreparingForFreedom.org

Get in touch to send us feedback around this episode (& others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode or just to say hello:

Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com

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Homeless Gospel Choir - A Hopeful Conversation Around Music, Mental Health & More #7

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 21:27:56 GMT

"There's moments where I feel like all the good songs are written...I'm able to look at my friends who are writing amazing songs & are filled with love & gratitude & I feel, well maybe there's some hope left in this old guitar for me too & I'll get back in there & give it a try."

Derek Zanetti a.k.a. Homeless Gospel Choir has an inspiring conversation with Folkpunk Dad. Derek has a lot to share & he does it with an upbeat honesty that is refreshing to hear amongst all the chatter of the modern world today. They dive into what Derek is up to musically, writing good and bad songs, discovering punk rock before the internet made it easy, crab rangoon, addiction/sobriety, choosing to resist, upcoming tour & much more. Enjoy the show!

HIGHLIGHTS:

The song writing process
Getting started
What Derek learned from his first tour
Mental health & music
The role of punk music & politics for Derek
Integrity as an artist within capitalism

Connect with Homeless Gospel Choir:

thehomelessgospelchoir.com
thehomelessgospelchoir.bandcamp.com/album/curt-large-demo-tape-recordings

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:

Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com

Follow the podcast:

instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram

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BanditCoffeeRoasters.com

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How To Show Up For Others & Yourself During Difficult Times w/ Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #6

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:27:52 GMT

Pepe is trying to show up for people in his life that are currently facing challenging times. Him and Folk Punk Dad discuss what this means and how you can actually do it. Then they talk about how showing up for yourself is just as important. Thoughts on swamps, compassion, resentment & snitching are also shared.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Showing up for friends/family when it's difficult
Facing uncomfortable feelings
Self-care & self-love
Finding solace in the swamplands
Having compassion for someone who has caused harm
Managing resentment
Pepe's lack of resentment for the folks who snitched & sent him to prison

Support the podcast:

patreon.com/BackontheGrind

Check out Pepe's video by the swamp where he talked about getting ready to go to prison:

facebook.com/diybanditsfurever/posts/an-update-about-my-situationkeep-an-eye-out-for-johnny-hobo-and-wdu-vinyls-a-pat/907986072892779/

Chill out to Pepe's rocksteady playlist on Spotify:

open.spotify.com/playlist/1og9SP4Leh9a8mbcEqDI0c?si=2NO7OD5xS--UX9vrDujxMA&nd=1

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

Get in touch to send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:

Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com

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Endless Mike & the Beagle Club talks WDU, Bad American Theology & Desiring a Different World #5

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:00 GMT

"Nothing had ever spoken to me before I got into music...The first 16 years of my life...I was just faking my way through it all."

We bring you closer to Mike Miller of Endless Mike And The Beagle Club endlessmikeandthebeagleclub.bandcamp.com/music which also played as the backing band for Wingnut Dishwashers Union.

In this conversation Mike talks about his early life, touring, struggling with Christianity, incidentally finding his way into the folk punk scene and much more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Reflections on building a scene
Connecting & working with Pat (the Bunny)
Thoughts on Christianity
Was Jesus a radical?
What kind of world Mike desires
Prison abolition
Listen to their new song "Heman and Skeletor"

Connect with Endless Mike And The Beagle Club

instagram.com/emandthebc/?hl=en

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backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

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STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

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DIY Bandits, Folk Punk Dad & the Intuitive Process #4

Tue, 16 May 2023 22:20:57 GMT

Listener feedback, the married life & the early days...Pepe discusses opening an illegal venue, the origins of the DIY Bandits, meeting a young Pat The Bunny & Folk Punk Dad points out the many aspects of intuition involved. Folk Punk Dad shares stories & practical steps that helped him access intuition & he helps Pepe become more comfortable using the word. Where does intuition come from?

HIGHLIGHTS:

Getting married

How/Why did the DIY Bandits get started

Pat the Bunny story

What is intuition

Folk Punk Dad shares several stories of intuition

Steps to getting intuitive

Fear vs. Intuition

The unconscious & Carl Jung

Pepe's Intuition around getting busted by the Feds

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Connect with Folk Punk Dad:

instagram.com/folkpunkdad/?hl=enw.

tiktok.com/@folkpunkdad?lang=en

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

Read Pepe's blog from prison:

preparingforfreedom.org

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Getting Intuitive with P.T. Burnem' #3

Mon, 15 May 2023 07:20:46 GMT

"We have to think about music as a physical touch. It moves from my mind, through my body, through the string and then to you."

We bring you closer to independent rapper, P.T. Burnem' ptburnem.bandcamp.com/music who has a unique way of combining the organic and the technological in his music.

In this conversation Burnem' shares his ideas around intuition, replacing guilt with responsibility, relationships and much more.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Burnem's ideas around intuition

Music is physical touch

Burnem' asks Pepe about quieting the mind in prison

Taking responsibility for telling your own story in life

Getting curious about other people's stories

Reaching out to people

Using your voice to tell your own story

Check out the new song P.T. Burnem' contributed

Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Check out Pepe's new project:

STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERS

StayFreeCoffee.com

P.T. Burnem' instagram.com/ptburnem/?igshid=ZWIzMWE5ZmU3Zg%3D%3D

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Be Afraid, Be Very Afraid w/ Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad #2

Tue, 02 May 2023 00:01:43 GMT

Folk Punk Dad brings you closer to Pepe through a deep dive into fear and his responses to it. Pepe shares personal stories & practical action steps around fear. We talk about Pat The Bunny, prison, regret, doing the work & more.

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HIGHLIGHTS:

The advice Pat The Bunny gave Pepe about fear before he went to prison
What Pepe feared more than prison
Pepe's "corny" acronym for FEAR (False Evidence Appearing Real)
Two types of fear & how to identify them
Pepe goes to the edge & faces a literal mountain of fear with his fiance & friend
The value of embracing micro-courage
Folk Punk Dad helps Pepe look at the word faith in a new way

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Back On The Grind Records - DIY & folk punk music merch:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Connect with Folk Punk Dad:

instagram.com/folkpunkdad/?hl=enw.

tiktok.com/@folkpunkdad?lang=en

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StayFreeCoffee.com

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Apes Of The State on Facing Fear #1

Mon, 01 May 2023 07:15:02 GMT

"I was fucking terrified...there just wasn't a sober moment...I feared a sober moment."

We bring you closer to April Hartman, founder of the influential folk punk band Apes Of The State. In this conversation she shares intimate details of her journey through addiction and fear. We discuss the death of her mother, the world of folk punk, loneliness, relationships and at one point April really opens up and gets emotional answering one of Pepe's questions.

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patreon.com/BackontheGrind

HIGHLIGHTS:

Pepe tells April about his fear of Apes Of The State
The shift in April's life that led her to alcohol at age 12
People wrote to Pepe in prison, telling him about April & her band
April shares why Pepe "Should & Shouldn't run a label"
April explains what she calls her "feelings bank"
The most fearful moment in April's life
Feeling loneliness in addiction & in prison
Upcoming projects
New tack played

Check out Back On The Grind Records the new song April contributed:

backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Apes Of The State :

nstagram.com/apesofthestate/?hl=en

apesofthestate.com

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Check out Pepe's coffee project:

BanditCoffeeRoasters.com -Officially launched September 2023

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Trailer

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 20:42:33 GMT

Welcome to the show!

Meet your host of Back On The Grind & discover what the show has to offer.

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Here's a short list of some topics you can look forward to hearing about:

Folk Punk

Relationships

Prison

DIY Music

Self Actualization

Jungian thought

Addiction/Recovery

Episodes are published On the 1st & 15th of every month.

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