Set Lusting Bruce: The Springsteen Podcast

SLB Book 3 – Stan  We continue our series of episodes featuring fans who got to attend one of the Bruce book signings.  In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Bruce historian and Jersey Tour Guild Stan Goldstein.  Stan shares how he was lucky enough to get tickets for not one but two book signings as well as Bruce’s appearance in New York. Stan’s Twitter @Stan_Goldstein Njrockmap.com Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Book 2 – Trudie  In our 2nd episode talking to Bruce fans who got to see Bruce during his book appearances, Jesse is joined by Trudie Coleman.  Trudie does a great job of representing the west coast and  more “seasoned” fans.  They also talked about her seeing the Beatles live and their mutual love of the great Harry Chapin. Trudie Twitter @trudeball Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first of several Bruce bookstore appearances, Jesse is joined by Kathy Esposito.  Kathy shares her Springsteen story and the special message she wanted to tell Bruce during her “six seconds of contact.”   Kathy’s Twitter @jerseykathy31  Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 68  Joyce New York Serenade - Set Lusting Bruce   In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by blogger Joyce Bassett.  They talk about Joyce’s blog, her Springsteen journey and how her husband has been her good companion on this part of the ride!   Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Joyce Twitter @joyceB10Bassett Joyce blog - https://brucespringsteenserenade.wordpress.com/author/joycebassett/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 67 Jay Thunder Road - Set Lusting Bruce In today’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce Jesse and 3 time guest Jay Armstrong take a trip down Thunder Road.  Jay brings his background as a English teacher and as a writer to explore one of Bruce’s most popular songs. Jay and Jesse consider Thunder Road to be a modern classic both as a song and as a poem.  Robert Frost, Romeo and Juliet, and the movie Notting Hill are just some of the references that are brought up in the discussion.  Jay also pops Jesse’s bubble and points out that Jesse’s been listening to the song wrong all his life!  Robert Frost The Road Not Taken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUaQgRiJukA   Bruce singing Thunder Road for 40 years https://vimeo.com/156947207   Jay’s website - http://writeonfighton.org/ Jay’s Twitter @writeonfighton        Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 66 Cyrus Set Lusting Bruce   This week Jesse is joined by Professor of Political Science Cyrus Ernesto Zirakzadeh.  Ernie (as his friends call him & I’m honored he included me in that list) wrote a paper called “Bad Lands and Good Lovin’: Bruce Springsteen and the American Pastoral Tradition” which discusses Bruce’s music and the themes covered in those messages.  They do share Ernie’s Springsteen journey and why waiting on a Sunny Day has a special meaning for him and his bride.   If you want to give Ernie feedback on his thoughts please reach out to him at capeern@gmail.com As always you can reach the show at SetLustingBruce@gmail.com Jesse twitter @jessejacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the 67th Birthday of the man himself, Bruce Springsteen.  Here is a quick episode with Jesse reading Wendy Parnell’s wonderful children’s book Born to Run the story of Johnny 99.     https://wendyparnell.com/product/born-to-run/     Our friends over at BruceBook are trying to raise money for a local food back in honor of Bruce’s birthday.  If you have a little something you can spare, it will be appreciated.  Please mention that this is in honor of Bruce Springsteen!   http://www.foodbankmoc.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  Ep 65 Lee Tramps Like Us Podcast - Set Lusting Bruce   In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Springsteen podcaster Lee McCormack.  His podcast is Tramps Like Us.  They have a great discussion about Lee’s musical background, his Springsteen fandom and Lee’s podcast.   Please check it out and give us a little love on iTunes with a 5 star review!    Jesse’s twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Lee’s twitter – @TRAMPSLIKEUSpod Lee’s podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tramps-like-us/id1083135125?mt=2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 64 Brandon Blog it all Night - Set Lusting Bruce In this weeks episode, Jesse is joined by Springsteen blogger Brandon Thompson from Blog it All Night.  They discuss this latest set of shows, Brandon’s Springsteen journey and how Brandon started the blog.  Please share with your friends on all social media to help us find more listeners and please remember to go to iTunes and rate and review us!   Jesse’s Twitter – @jessejacksondfw Brandon Thompson ‘s blog www.blogitallnight.com  Brandon’s Twitter – @blogitallnight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 63 Mark Donald Set Lusting Bruce   In this episode Jesse is joined by another Canadian Bruce Bud, Mark Donald.  They talk about Mark’s Springsteen journey and how much Mark loves to hear Bruce play that guitar.  Hope you enjoy it.  If you get a chance please go to iTunes to rate and review the show!   Jesse’s Twitter is JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 62.2 Jesse NJ Trip wrap up Set Lusting Bruce   In a final episode for this week, Jesse talks about the set list on the 8/25 show and shares some audio he recorded while tailgating. It was a magical trip and a wonderful show.     Jesse’s Twitter is @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62.1   A short conversation with Jesse and Alli Scales sitting on her porch talking about the trip.  The cover the show and all the wonderful times shared during Jesse and Chris’ visit.   Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62   Today’s episode is a short one.  Jesse records some quick thoughts as he gets ready to fly home from his trip to see Bruce at Met Life Stadium and after he toured the Jersey show seeing the Bruce Highlights.  More stuff coming this week!    Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 61 Geoff - Set Lusting Bruce This week Jesse’s traveling to Springsteen Holy Land and attending his first show in the Northeast.  He will be recording audio from the meet ups during the trip but for now, here is a discussion with Geoff Smith a Bruce Fan from down under.  Geoff shares his Springsteen story that started in Scotland and ended up in Australia.  Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 60 Jesse Bruce Live Song Wish List - Set Lusting BruceJesse and his son Chris are headed to the swamps of Jersey to attend Bruce’s show on 8/25 in Met Life Stadium.  Like most hard core fans, Jesse has a wish list of songs he’d like to hear during the show.  In this short episode, Jesse puts his request out to the universe hoping that he strikes some song gold and gets one of them during the show.   He’s looking forward to meeting lots of Bruce fans the night before and before the show.  Follow him on Twitter to find out more details on where and when to meet.   Jesse’s twitter is JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a tough time lately with the political situation and the violence happening in different cities.  It’s easy to be depressed and to embrace the darkness.  In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow podcaster Rob Carmack (Bruce Springsteen sings the alphabet) to talk about songs by both Bruce and other artists that will lift your spirits.  They also talk about tea parties, Rob’s podcast and Jesse’s desire for Bruce to do a gospel album.     Rob’s Twitter @RobCarmack Rob and JB’s podcast http://alphabeticalspringsteen.com/podcast/ Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To make up for no episode last week, here is a 2nd episode for the week.  Jesse is joined by writer Molly Eichel.  She just wrote an article for Philly.com called “I love Bruce Springsteen, and my fiancé loves Phish. How our intense fandom made us fall in love.”  http://articles.philly.com/2016-06-30/entertainment/74098289_1_jesse-bruce-springsteen-phish You know with a headline like that Jesse couldn’t wait to get her on the podcast.  There were recording difficulties.  The first 10 minutes of the interview wasn’t useable but Molly was so charming and funny, that we had to share their discussion.   Molly’s Twitter @mollyeichel Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce, we have a passionate fan that loves sharing his music and talking about Bruce. Kenny Rosaler talks about growing up in Jersey, finding Bruce, seeing him at the Stone Pony and how Bruce helped him to find his musical voice.   Kenny’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9PRtmLBxa_RDYBwhBTVLg Jesse’s Twitter  @jessejacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this B Side episode of Set Lusting Bruce, Jesse is joined by his sister Rita and the spend a few minutes talking about the music they listened too as they grew up. They also talk about Rita’s musical passion Elvis Presley.  The discuss her favorite songs, visiting Graceland and staying up all night watching Elvis movies at Grandma’s house.  Hope you enjoy this brother/sister podcast.     Rita’s Twitter - @PinkAcres0903 Jesse’s Twitter – jesseJacksonDFW Email us at southgatemediagroup@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices