By Pepe Bandit
A podcast about life, music, people and the stories that bring us closer.
With interviews, folk punk & our own personal experiences, we discuss how you can show up through th
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"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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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
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/
Listen to Jo Rodriguez music:
Spotify - open.spotify.com/artist/2xADBEPdn61I8UPTHbJ2Xw
Bandcamp - jobanjobanjo.bandcamp.com/
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"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:
Connect with shugE:
instagram.com/shugemusic/
shugemusic.com
Liste to shugE music:
open.spotify.com/artist/6K0YGX255v474682p6eZnf
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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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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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"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:
SUPPORT KHMER CHILDEREN EDUCATION ORGANIZATION:
KCEO Website
khmerchildren.org/
Laptop Drive for KCEO
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiVGF8Gu9WeymNlKdEgYycWYZr8VXe6RaovBWwblMye-lXZQ/viewform
CONNECT WITH MICHAEL SCHNEEWEIS:
Spotify
open.spotify.com/artist/1Mlogkt2ZcQqtMoaSd7AXU?si=QgwidgTrS6-61Pk5UkY4Wg
Bandcamp
michaelschneeweis.bandcamp.com/
Website
michaelschneeweis.com/
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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.
Do you have any questions of your own? Please send them to us at [email protected] or on Instagram instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/ We guarantee results!!!
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HIGHLIGHTS:
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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"I'm not responsible for my disease but I am responsible for my sobriety"
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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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Connect With Paulie Think
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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.
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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:
Connect with & Listen to the music of Mike Wilson:
instagram.com/recordstoreguymike/
open.spotify.com/artist/0pULVNhcCRT9158jRhNaFr
mikewilson.bandcamp.com/
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patreon.com/BackontheGrind
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[email protected] - feel free to email us if you have any questions or comments about this episode or others-we promise results!
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