Episodes

In episode 307 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mercedes Arn-Horn (vocals/guitar) of the band Softcult. We dig into the band’s come up and formation, the scene in Kitchener, Ontario, the DIY nature of Softcult, and their debut full length (DFL!) ‘When A Flower Doesn’t Grow’, out now on Easy Life Records. Mercedes was so much fun to talk to. Lots of great insight into one of our new favorite bands. You’ll absolutely dig this convo. Follow Sofcult here: Web IG/X/TikTok: @softcultband ...

In episode 306 of the podcast, we deep dive Death Cab For Cutie’s classic record, ‘Plans’. We dig into our early memories of the record, the moment indie bands had in the mid 2000’s, the amazing way Death Cab puts together songs, Ben Gibbard’s one of a kind voice, and much more. This is a phenomenal record from an underrated time in music history. We think you’ll dig our convo surrounding this classic. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Website IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d ...

In episode 305 of the podcast, we're taking it back to the 2000s. Pat Flynn of Have Heart, Fiddlehead, How Much Art (and many, many others) joins us to talk all things 2000s hardcore. We talk the transition from 90s to 2000s, the size of hardcore in the aughts, the labels, touring, the emergence of the internet/social media/technology, Pat’s experience in The Action Taken and Have Heart, records from the likes of No Warning, Bane, In My Eyes, The Rival Mob, Modern Life Is War, Trapped Under I...

In episode 304 of the podcast we pick up where we left off with Dave Buckner, the original drummer of the legendary Papa Roach. We dig into what it was like for the band post ‘Infest’, expectations surrounding a new record, and ultimately the writing and recording of ‘Lovehatetragedy’. It’s not often we get to talk with a musician who lived the roller coaster Papa Roach did in the early 2000’s, and getting Dave’s insight and perspective on this time was podcast gold. Long live Papa Roach. ...

In episode 303 of the podcast, we’re joined by Dave Buckner, the original drummer of the legendary Papa Roach. We dig into the early days of the band, how they built a following, getting signed to a major label, and their meteoric rise after ‘Infest’ dropped. Dave rules. He answered questions we’ve had forever about the early days of Papa Roach. Stay tuned for part 2 next week! Follow Dave here: IG: @davebuckner333 Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Website ...

In episode 302 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Phil Lipscomb, bassist extraordinare of the band Taproot to look back on 25 years of their major label debut, ‘Gift’. We dig into their early days leading up to being signed, how Atlantic Records/Velvet Hammer took notice, the writing and production of the record, and its legacy in the nu metal scene. We start the episode catching up with Phil about all things Taproot from the last few years. Shows, festivals, playing new music out and every...

In episode 301 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ben Seitz (vocals, guitar), and Luke Shows (guitar) of the band Scarlet Street. We dig into their come up, early shows in Cincinnati, their creative way in which they marketed their latest release, and their excellent new album, ‘NO ALTERNATIVE’, out now on We’re Trying Records. This was a real fun one. We love getting into process with musicians as creative as Luke and Ben. Enjoy! Photo Credit: Joshua Hurley (IG: @hurley_joshua) F...

In episode 300(!) of the podcast, we’re joined by many of the artists who we had on this past year to enter more music into our “Perfect Songs” catalog. We hit on all genres, all vibes, and all the music nerdery you’ve come to expect from Podioslave over 300 episodes. We are genuinely thankful for anyone who has taken the time to listen to any of the 300 episodes in the Podioslave catalog. We love music, and we love that any of you are along for the ride with us. Thank you! Listen to the p...

In episode 299 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jess Margera (drums) and Mike Leon (bass) of the band CKY. We dig into their recent tour of the UK, Mike joining the band, being the coolest band in the world (our words), and their excellent new track, ‘Can’t Stop Running’. This was an absolute blast, Mike and Jess fit right in to the Podioslave world. We’re excited for what they have planned for 2026, and you should be too! We start the episode with an announcement from our friends at ...

In episode 298 of the podcast, we’re back for another round of “Nerds At The Bar”. Anything goes in this one….what’s with the merry go round of drummers in 2025? Which one of these songs is not like the others, but it’s EXACTLY like them? Which album would you strategically remove from a bands catalog and why? We tackle all of this…..and more. We start the episode with an announcement from our friends at Iodine Recordings. They have recently announced another amazing reissue — Quicksand...

In episode 297 of the podcast, we look back on 25 years of Papa Roach’s “Infest”. We dig into our early memories of the record, how we were the perfect age for a band like Papa Roach and this record in particular, its explosion once “Last Resort” took hold, its legacy and Papa Roach becoming massive to this day, and so much more. This record still held up for us, so we had to give it the Podioslave treatment. We start the episode with a game surrounding some of the eras nu metal titans and how...

In episode 296 of the podcast, we talk to Kevin Palmer (guitar, vocals) and Josh Moates (bass) of the band TRUSTcompany. We dig into their early days and formation, early shows in Alabama, signing to a major label, creating their major label debut (The Lonely Position of Neutral) with the likes of Don Gilmore, and their recent comeback/what’s next for the band. This was one we’ve wanted to do for the entirety of the life of the podcast. We love getting to chat with awesome folks like Josh ...

In episode 295 of the podcast, we’re joined by Randy Bradbury (guitars/vocals) and Cameron Webb (bass) of the SoCal punk bank 84 Days. We dig into the formation of the band, how quickly the idea came together to create a full length, their friendship throughout the years as collaborators, working with Adrian Young of No Doubt on the drums, and their stellar new self-titled album that just dropped on Double Helix Records. You can tell listening to Cameron and Randy talk that they’ve been a ...

In episode 294 of the podcast, we chat with Marcos Siega, director of some of our favorite music videos of all time. We dig into Marcos’ roots as a NYHC kid, his start in directing with music videos, and we drill down on videos from Papa Roach, System of a Down, Blink-182 and many others. Marcos is a music nerd at heart, just like us, so naturally we loved getting the behind the scenes of some of the biggest music videos of the late 90s and early 2000s. Check out Marcos’ work on Dexter:...

In episode 293 of the podcast, we look back on 25 years of A Perfect Circle’s ‘Mer De Noms’ We dig into our early memories of the record, the nature of the band’s genesis, its haunting and beautiful musical vibe, Maynard’s vocal performance, and much more. What a record. Spin it today, in headphones, with no distractions. You’ll be happy you did. We start the episode with a nerd question, and some “Nerdery In the Wild”. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: http...

In episode 292 of the podcast, we give MGMT’s first album, ‘Oracular Spectacular’, the Podioslave treatment. We’re joined by friend of the pod, Kevin K. AKA “PRJCT MGR”. We dig into our early memories of the record, the production, the perfect side A, and everything in between. This record was a monster in the moment, and hold’s up extremely well. We start the podcast talking about Kevin’s new music, under the name PRJCT MGR. A new song is out TODAY, and you should definitely go spin it. I...

In episode 291 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jay Reason to take a 30 year look back at Connecticut Hardcore. Jay needs no introduction, with his involvement in Voice of Reason, The Distance, Blackened, Static Era Records, War God Collective, Diablo’s Den Podcast, Stillborn Records, etc We talk Jay’s come up in the 90s attending shows, starting bands, memorable shows, the evolution of 90s to 2000s, all the way to present - where Jay is still heavily involved with his label and store (Static ...

In episode 290 of the podcast, we’re joined by Sonia Sturino, vocalist and guitarist of Weakened Friends. We dig into their formation as a band, making a name for yourself as a band repping Maine, touring, and the writing process behind their excellent 3rd LP, ‘Feels Like Hell’, out October 10th on Don Giovanni Records. We’re huge fans of the new record, and this convo with Sonia was a blast. Check them out on their headlining tour this fall! Photo Credit: Shawn Robbins (@photorobbin...

In episode 289 of the podcast, we’re joined by Snow Ellet (guitar/vocals) and Ryan Nolen (vocals/guitar) of the Chicago band Footballhead. We dig into their musical come up, what lead them to forming Footballhead, playing Riot Fest, new music, and their big 2026 coming up. Ryan and Snow are awesome, and Footballhead is poised to do big things in the coming months. Get on board! Photo Credit: @zeltzin.vazquez Check out Footballhead here: IG/X/TikTok: @footballheadchi Podcast ...

In episode 288 of the podcast, we’re joined by Pat Cozens, vocalist of the hardcore punk band Restraining Order. We dig into Pat’s come up, the formation of the band, signing to Blue Grape Music, and their awesome new album, ‘Future Fortune’, out everywhere. Pat is a real one, and this new album has a timeless sound we think you’ll dig. Photo Credit: Steve Levy (IG: @stevelevy_, X: @stevenlevy_) Check out Restraining Order here: IG/X/TikTok: @restrainingorderhc Podcast theme...

In episode 287 of the podcast, we’re joined by Ryan Zwiefelhofer (bass) and Kaylan Cloyd (guitar) of the band Acceptance. We dig into 20 years of ‘Phantoms’, from their early signing to Columbia Records, its initial release, and their decision to re-record it with guest features from the likes of Teddy Swims, Alex Gaskarth (All Time Low) and many others. ‘Phantoms’ is a record we hold near and dear to the pod, and it was a blast to find out the behind the scenes stories of its creation and...

In episode 286 of the podcast, we’re joined once again by Max Lajoie, frontman of Spite House. We dig into Max touring all over the world, leveling up as a band, Spite House signing to Pure Noise Records, and their excellent new record ‘Desertion’, out September 12th, 2025. Spite House continues to be some of our favorite music we’ve found during the life of the podcast. Max is authentic, and it really shines through in Spite House’s output. Enjoy! Photo Credit: Rose Cormier (IG: @velou...

In episode 285 of the podcast, we dig into Cold’s sophomore album, ‘13 Ways to Bleed On Stage’. We talk our early memories of the record, their interesting meld of sounds in this record, the all-time songs, and its legacy 25 years on. Cold, and this record specifically, continue to be underrated in our eyes, so we had to give it the Podioslave treatment. Podcast theme performed by Trawl. Follow them here: Web: https://www.trawlband.com/ IG/X/TikTok: @trawlband We’d love for everyone to hea...

In episode 284 of the podcast, we’re joined by Chris Teti (guitarist) and Anthony Gesa (guitarist) of The World Is A Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid to Die. We dig into their come ups with the band, our mutual love of Hum, band group chats, and their excellent new album, ‘Dreams of Being Dust’, out now on Epitaph Records. This was a fun one. Anthony and Chris fit right in to the Podioslave Venn diagram, and we really think you’ll enjoy the record. Photo Credit: Lisa Johnson ...