100 Words Or Less: The Podcast

Vinnie Caruana is my new best friend. We had such an awesome time chatting for the show I didn’t want to let him go at the end of our hour. He’s best known for being the singer of bands like The Movielife & I Am The Avalanche but also has an incredibly prolific solo output as well. We discussed Long Island hardcore, corporate songwriting and the early touring years of his life. As Vinnie states towards the end of the show, “Memory lane is a good place to visit”. Try two meals FREE with Blue Apron. It’s simply a better way to cook.SeatGeek is the best place to buy tickets online. Download the app and use the code WORDS for a $20 rebate off of your first purchase. Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 211 - Jesse Leach has always fascinated me. As the singer of Killswitch Engage I found his lyrics to be positive and uplifting in ways that most metal bands didn’t embrace and I loved it. I hop in the bands tour bus and pick his brain about anxiety, showing your roots and ultimately finding comfort. It’s a very special conversation that I am pleased to bring you. Try two meals FREE with Blue Apron. It’s simply a better way to cook.SeatGeek is the best place to buy tickets online. Download the app and use the code WORDS for a $20 rebate off of your first purchase.Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 210 - No Joy! Sounds like a dour way to start a podcast but Jasamine White-Gluz from No Joy is on the show today. She is the lead vocalist and guitarist for the Montreal based indie rock band. As you can hear from the chat, her and I have known about each other for awhile but finally were able to connect for this great discussion. We dive into the French/Canadian music scene, alt-rock beginnings and what it’s like to manage models (!). A wide variety of topics that I am happy to bring you. SeatGeek is the best place to buy tickets online. Download the app and use the code WORDS for a $20 rebate off of your first purchase.Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 209 - It’s Tom Williams day on the pod! I speak to my old friend who plays guitar in the band Stray From the Path about many things including his early work ethic (and still today), why his band is so rooted in speaking about politics and politically charged issues as well as being professional and not coming off like a needy band when asking for help. It’s a really inspiring chat for a band that has been working for a long time to make an impact.SeatGeek is the best place to buy tickets online. Download the app and use the code WORDS for a $20 rebate off of your first purchase.Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IT’S OUR 4 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! CELEBRATE! This week is very special for me as I bring on Daryl Taberski, the vocalist from Snapcase. They are one of my favorite bands of all time and I never would have had an excuse to talk to Daryl if it wasn’t for this podcast but we discuss many incredible things like the formation of the band, the days where the band was courted by major labels and the evolution of the bands sound. It’s a lengthy conversation but well worth your time. Please spread the word on this show and tell your friends about it. I want to make this one of the largest episodes in the shows history. Thanks for listening all of these years, I really appreciate all of you. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 207 - Basketball talk? On a music podcast? As part of my ongoing “friendversation” series I wanted to bring a recent guest back on the show to dive into one of my favorite sports, basketball. If you are looking for a discussion of independent music you will have to look elsewhere this week. Benny and I discuss how we both got into basketball, the current NBA playoffs, the upcoming draft and some quick “emotional response” questions I wanted to ask. I had a lot of fun with this and hope you enjoy this slight diversion from the norm. Next week, is our 4 year anniversary and I am incredibly excited about that. Have a good week! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet your new friend Astronautalis! He’s a hip hop artist from Minneapolis that has a rich history within independent music as you will hear from the show. We talk about his first tour ever, The Vans Warped Tour (which is insane), freestyle rap being a parlor trick and rave culture in the 90’s. It’s a bit of a different discussion than the show typically has, but a very engaging and interesting one. Check out his new LP on Side One Dummy called Cut The Body Loose as it is really, REALLY good. Enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wanted to know what it’s like inside the Pentagon? Or what it’s like to write a book? Let me good friend Matt Johnson tell you. He was the vocalist for hardcore bands Preacher Gone To Texas and Ignite the Will and one of the smartest people I know. He knows how to tell a story and that’s exactly why he’s on the show this week. We discuss all of those points and life in the midwest. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 204 - Meet your new best friend, Benny Horowitz, the drummer for The Gaslight Anthem. I have loved the band for quite some time and really found Benny to be insightful and funny on other interviews I have heard him do. I DM’d him on Twitter and now, you have this conversation as a result. We discuss MANY things including him putting on shows in New Jersey, the notion of “punk rock guilt” and being a new father. Settle in and enjoy! Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 203 - In our monthly series of “friendversations” I bring on my good friend, Buddy Nielsen from Senses Fail on the show to discuss how to exist in the internet. We speak in depth about the hatred that exists on the internet, expressing your opinion online and the unknowns of how this technology will affect us moving forward. We also discuss his new band (!!!), recently finding out he is going to be a father and MUCH more. I always love hanging out with Buddy and this conversation is no exception. Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 202 - Hands down one of my favorite drummers, Sammy Siegler, makes his appearance on the show this week. He’s played in Gorilla Biscuits, Youth of Today, Side By Side, Glassjaw, Rival Schools, Limp Bizkit (!) and currently plays in World Be Free. Needless to say, the guy is prolific and we dive DEEP into his life in and around music from his days as a 12 year old in NYC, how he collaborates with such a wide range of musicians and keeping your eyes open for opportunities. Sammy was very gracious with his time and I hope you enjoy the conversation. - - Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spectacular episode this week with author, Kliph Nesterhoff. He wrote a book called The Comedians that examines the forgotten about history from the early 1900’s all the way up to modern day stand up comedy. Kliph also has a history with punk rock and hardcore and modeled his own stand up comedy after it. I am always excited to shine a light on the intersection of two things that might not be considered “connected” but this episode shows it in spades.- - Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I find it incredible that this thing has lasted for 200 episodes and we have quite a guest for you today in the form of Damien Abraham from Fucked Up (and incredible podcast, Turned Out A Punk). We’ve known each other for a long time and really dove deep into obsession, anxiety and what it feels like to “sell out” straight edge. No stone is left unturned and we even get some insight on what the mentality is like behind the unconventional band that Fucked Up is. What a time to be alive people, sit back and enjoy! - - - Check out Equal Vision Records and the new Say Anything record, called “I Don’t Think It Is” and get 15% off any order by using the code PODCAST!Visit our sponsor Harry’s and use the code 100WORDS for $5 off your first order. Amazing razors at a great price!Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 199 - Let’s face it, clothing brands are a dime a dozen and it takes a lot in this day and age to do anything unique or eye catching but fortunately, this weeks guest does. Bo is an old friend that runs a clothing company called Das Bootleg which does amazing music/pop culture references that you have to see to believe. It’s basically a calling card to the world that you are into some cool stuff. Bo, like many other guests has his roots in punk/hardcore and uses the same principals in running his business and we discuss that, hockey and pressing the reset button. It’s a must listen for anyone striving for creative outlets but struggling as Bo turned his idea, into something special. - - Use our special promo code 100wordsorless on Das Bootleg for 20% off your order. For listeners of the show only! Use this Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve was on one of my very first lists of guests that I wanted to have on the show because of my massive love for his drumming and bands he played in (Strongarm, Further Seems Forever, Shai Hulud). We discussed in depth, those early years of touring in Florida, his passion for video games and unconventional drumming. --Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive in and enjoy this conversation with Sam Means who was a founding member of The Format and now enjoys creating his own music under his solo project. Sam also runs the incredible merch company Hello Merch. We discussed a bunch of things but most notably pursuing a life in the creative arts, community and of course, aliens. Enjoy! --This weeks show is brought to you by Harry's! Get $5 off your first purchase by using the code 100WORDS at checkout.Use our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 196 - It's another podcast mashup! I speak to Scott and Tony of the amazing soundtrack focused podcast, Damn Fine Cast (a reference to Twin Peaks for those interested in the name). We discuss the beauty of podcasting, introductory soundtracks and the connection of punk/hardcore to this world. It's a great time and I hope that you enjoy!This weeks show is brought to you by Audible! Start your free 30 day trial now!This weeks show is also brought to you by Howard's Hot Roomate, a hilarious new webseriesUse our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I love when I get to type the guests name and don't have to put anything else. Allison Weiss is an absolute gem of a human being and a great musician to boot. We spent the afternoon discussing being practical, developing your identity and the confidence that comes with that. Quite a fun chat so dive in! --This weeks show is brought to you by Howard's Hot Roomate, a hilarious new webseriesUse our Amazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is a doozy. Cameron Miller sings for a band called Seizures who will pummel your ear drums with their Botch-esque metal influenced hardcore but more importantly, he has a crazy life story. Cameron and I discuss depression, a harrowing life experience and practicing happiness. It's a very deep and compelling conversation that I urge you to check out. I am very appreciative to Cameron for wanting to express these feelings on the show. --Use ourAmazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I am pleased to bring you another installment of the monthly "friendversation" series that will happen throughout 2016. This time I call up my friend Mike Minnick who you may know from Curl Up and Die, Puig Destroyer and his recent project, Less Art (which I forget in the intro like the true professional I am). We discuss the importance of live music, writing lyrics and a bunch of other stuff. Sit back, relax and enjoy. -- This weeks show is brought to you by Adam & Eve want to make your Valentines Day spectacular. Use the code WORDS for 50% off 1 item, free shipping and more!Use ourAmazon Affiliate Code to support the show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.