Death By Stereo frontman Efrem Schulz takes center stage in this episode as he unveils the backstory of Death By Stereo's 2005 single, "Forever and a Day." With a fervor that matches the song's intensity, Efrem guides listeners through the process of writing, recording, and releasing this deeply personal anthem, which revolves around a heartfelt promise to stand by a cherished friend through thick and thin. A sonic departure from much of the band's catalog, "Forever and a Day" allowed him to explore a whole new dimension of his vocal prowess, making this episode a must-listen for fans eager to uncover the layers behind this musical masterpiece.

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Ep. 176: Efrem Schulz discusses Death By Stereo's "Forever and a Day"

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Ep. 206: Craig Wedren discusses Shudder to Think's "X-French Tee Shirt"

Introducing Live from SXSW - Moonshot Culture: Innovating to Outdo Yesterday from Science Will Win. Follow the show: Science Will Win Throughout history, humans have coalesced around moonshot culture to achieve audacious goals—from eradicating smallpox, to sequencing the human genome, to landing a spacecraft on Mars. These feats of human ingenuity didn’t happen in a vacuum, they were born from intentional innovation, a “coalition of the willing,” and a vision to outdo yesterday. This fireside chat with Drew Panayiotou, CMO of Pfizer and Devon Still, ex-NFL player and founder of Still Strong Foundation, explores innovations in cancer, their personal experiences with family members needing healthcare treatment, and what it will take to achieve Pfizer's next big moonshot to outdo cancer and achieve its vision, a world where people with cancer live better and longer lives. This episode was recorded live in Austin, TX on Monday March 11 as part of Pfizer’s takeover of the South by Southwest podcasting lounge.  The Let's Outdo Cancer Campaign aims to focus on advances in fighting against cancer. To learn more, visit letsoutdocancer.com.
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In this episode, Papa Roach vocalist Jacoby Shaddix shares insights into the inspiration, creation, and recording of the band's enduring 2000 hit single, "Last Resort." Drawing from a deeply personal experience where a friend faced a crisis, Jacoby discusses the song's emotional origins and its lasting resonance with listeners. With humility, he reflects on the song's journey and the lives it has touched, emphasizing its role as a source of hope and strength. Through Jacoby's genuine and uplifting perspective, this episode offers a meaningful exploration of music's capacity to inspire and connect.

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Ep. 205: Jacoby Shaddix discusses Papa Roach's "Last Resort"

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Ep. 176: Efrem Schulz discusses Death By Stereo's "Forever and a Day"

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