Back On The Grind

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

  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).Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goods (there's even a free option!)patreon.com/BackontheGrindPepe's Spotify Playlist of folk punk & more mentioned in this episode:open.spotify.com/playlist/2Xhq4qecLwq8DiI5x0vVPA?si=vPyUnlUzQJCV7vafXEi8DAHIGHLIGHTS: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 & deeperMike Wilson on Fly Fly Superheart FlyI vibe with your intellectual space...Could you recommend some books?Ishmael by Daniel QuinnThe Untethered Soul by Michael SingerThe Alchemist by Paulo CoelhoStay Free Anthem by BlueRaspberryFinding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life by James HollisJung And The Alchemical Imagination by Jeffrey RaffHow do I help friends with depression or addiction?Advice for setting up renegade showsListen to Mike Wilson:open.spotify.com/artist/0pULVNhcCRT9158jRhNaFr?si=0HvqwvHLSZCI3xA8P7MLswmikewilson.bandcamp.com/Listen to BlueRaspberry:open.spotify.com/artist/3qe9yQNewUenzzMhfHLPmT?si=1ppcpODZR5GFaICHD4WDYQblueraspberry.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%3D1Back On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions [email protected] a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

  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 Jefftrey 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.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrind HIGHLIGHTS:Being an avid record snifferThe not spending more than $15 on a record ruleJeffrey's take on streaming musicJeffrey’s artwork & “low budget movies”Jim Morrison’s father’s connection to the start of the Viet Nam warDonovan as a secrete influenceThe history behind The Bundles & why it's not streaming anywhere"Do What Comes Natural" song is playedBack On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions [email protected] a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free,Pepe Bandit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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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

  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.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:What non-folk punk songs do you listen to?3 ways to offer prisoner supportTips for interviewing peopleWhat folk punk you listening to currently?Tips on finding folk punk friendsNew to the scene & wondering what it looks like to dress more folk punk at showsNew music from friends that Pepe is excited about currentlyPepe's Playlist from this episode & more:open.spotify.com/playlist/2Xhq4qecLwq8DiI5x0vVPA?si=vPyUnlUzQJCV7vafXEi8DAPepe's Rocksteady playlist:open.spotify.com/playlist/1og9SP4Leh9a8mbcEqDI0c?si=SEH0yXawTFizpYgjFOcN0wDOUBLE RAINBOWBandcamp - doublerainbow.bandcamp.com/track/i-talk-english-2Apple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/i-talk-english/419670335DUSTY THE KIDBandcamp - dustythekid.bandcamp.com/track/when-the-leaves-come-outApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/when-the-leaves-come-out/1804771643instagram.com/dustythekidd/CRAZY & THE BRAINSBandcamp - crazyandthebrains.bandcamp.com/track/catatonic-youthApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/catatonic-youth/1828016948instagram.com/crazyandthebrains/CRICKETBandcamp - crickettheguy.bandcamp.com/track/1-upApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/1-up/1695642904instagram.com/crickettheguy/RUEN Bandcamp - weareruen.bandcamp.com/track/a-neglected-spark-burns-the-houseApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/a-neglected-spark-burns-the-house/1823876291instagram.com/weare_ruen/MARBLE BERRY SEEDS Bandcamp - marbleberryseeds.bandcamp.com/track/on-the-walmart-radioApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/on-the-walmart-radio/1813968478instagram.com/marbleberryseeds/CONFESSION KIDS Bandcamp - confessionkids.bandcamp.com/track/sproutsApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/sprouts/1820342010instagram.com/confessionkids/MYLES BULLEN Bandcamp - mylesbullen.bandcamp.com/musicApple Music - music.apple.com/us/song/iamnotforeveryone2-feat-chris-og-and-the-dopameanies/1832711191instagram.com/beatboxpoet/Get Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions [email protected] a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong:Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free,Pepe Bandit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

  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.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:How active listening & improv enhances relationshipsTurning mistakes into opportunitiesImprov can help reduce anxiety & boost self-confidenceThe principles of improv (that can be applied to enhance your daily life)Understand how trust is built through improv's core elementsThe joy of incorporating play into daily lifeGet inspired by simple improv activities to try with your friends'The Meantime' song is playedConnect with Folk Punk Dad:instagram.com/folkpunkdad/open.spotify.com/track/0Ennhx56ZT72sZReoafieY?si=0e1a4438a9564706Back On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions [email protected] a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free,Pepe Bandit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Jake McKelvie on Having 10+ years in the scene, social media, streaming & growing veggies #57

  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.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindtakeawaysJake has been involved in music for over a decadeThe concept of a 'scene elder' is discussed humorously & seriouslyWhy Jake continues to perform & how it fulfills a part of his lifeDistinctions between casual musicians & those with a heartfelt, life ambitionThe atmosphere of house shows vs. venue performancesIs social media a necessary evil for promoting musicAesthetic quality of lyrics vs. strict meaning of lyricsHow streaming services can both help & hinder music discoveryGardening as a fulfilling hobby & escapeNavigating multiple musical genres & communities'Wiki Change' song is playedConnect with Jake McKelvie:Insta instagram.com/jacobcmckelvie/Tour Dates jakemckelvie.com/showsBack On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)StayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramReach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions [email protected] a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)Stay Free,Pepe Bandit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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