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- 96. The Low Blow: Deconstructing Catholicism, Emo, Pop Punk and the South | Emo Kids Anonymous
Happy New Year, baby! In this episode of EKA, we're joined by Patsy Long of the Low Blow! Robb and Patsy delve into the origins and evolution of The Low Blow, exploring their transition from neo-soul to emo music. They discuss the influence of Nashville's vibrant music scene, the emotional weight of their lyrics, and the interplay between hope and despair in their songs. Patsy shares her personal journey with identity and religion, reflecting on how these experiences shape her music. The discussion also touches on the beauty of life and death, the role of youth in creativity, and the significance of emotional vulnerability in songwriting. Throughout, they highlight the connections between their music and the broader themes of the fourth wave emo movement, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and emotional depth in their art. Patsy shares personal reflections on mortality and the challenges of negotiating identity, particularly in the context of family and societal expectations as a transperson in a world that isn't exactly in their corner. We discuss the cultural identity crisis in the South and the emotional responses elicited by political discourse. The conversation also delves into the evolution of emo and pop punk, sorry Scott's Records.
Go check out The Low Blow's new LP "Forest For The Trees".
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Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, Ben Quad and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
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Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
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www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
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1 hr 31 min - 95. Thoughts On Bowling: Berkeley Wasson on Sportsbetting, Midwest Emo & Classic Cinema | Emo Kids Anonymous
Happy New Years Eve! We have a special edition of EKA to wrap up the year as we are Joined by Berkeley Wasson of Thoughts on Bowling! You've heard him and ToB mentioned on the show many times and FINALLY the long awaited interview is here and it gets outta hand. Berkeley, Amanda, and Robb discuss the dynamics of Thoughts on Bowling and the many membership changes (as much as we could). We also dive into their experiences on tour and the challenges of the music scene in Arkansas. They delve into personal influences, the impact of gambling on their music journey, and the importance of venues for local bands. The discussion also touches on their musical inspirations and the collaborative efforts that shape their sound. We also get into the film Pixels? As well as sports, both the band and the thing. We talk about what Berk learned touring with Trsh, sports., Kerosene Heights and Camping in Alaska, plus stories from the road with our good friends in Adjust The Sails and Dear Cincinnati. Shoutout all them bands, we love ye fellers.
Please hit like and prescribe and all that stuff!
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Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, Ben Quad and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymous
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 42 min - 94. Customer Service: Canadian Emo, Trailer Park Boys, Much Music, The Maritimes and More | Emo Kids Anonymous
Happy Boxing Day! Today we are joined for the first time ever by a Canadian band! Technically, this is our second international guest but it's our first Canadians so it feels special! Today we are joined by Customer Service out of Halifax, Nova Scotia! Customer Service discuss their journey as a Canadian emo band, their DIY ethos, the vibrant music scene in Halifax, and the challenges of touring in and out of Canada. They share insights into their musical influences, the recording process of their EPs, and the dynamics of the Canadian music industry. The conversation also touches on cultural experiences and memorable shows. It was nice talking to Canadians as we could touch on the charm of small-town Canada, and the cultural differences between Canada and the U.S. We even did a Canadian Mt. Rushmore!
Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, Ben Quad and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymous
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 9 min - 93. Cheem: Skye & Sam on Emo, R&B, Nu Metal & Starting Band Beef | Emo Kids Anonymous
In this interview, Robb is joined by Sam and Skye of Cheem! Pronounced CHHHH-eem, this is one of the coolest bands we've had on the pod. With a sound that can only be described as y2k older brother-core, Cheem aren't just a band they are a full experience. They tell me about the bands HS origins to the current version of Cheem we know today. Sam and Skye breakdown what makes up the "Cheem Layer" as well as the difference between backing tracks and overdubs, the creative process behind their new album Power Move as well as their DIY credentials and experiences. This is probably the most we've ever discussed topics like nu-metal and 311, but it was such a good time. Power Move is on my Top 25 of 25 list (available over at neveraphasenetwork.com) and is truly one of the most creative releases of a quality-packed year.
Go get all things CHEEM at cheem.net
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Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymouspodcast
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 1 min - 92. Cinema Stare: FOB, DIY, Avril Lavigne & The Logistics of Being In A Band | Emo Kids Anonymous
In this edition of Emo Kids Anonymous, Quinn from Cinema Stare joins us to discuss their musical journey, the evolution of the band and the current state of Cinema Stare. They share their influences, including iconic bands like My Chemical Romance and Avril Lavigne, and delve into the impact of social media on music and body image. This episode veers between heay and lighthearted as it highlights the need for transparency in the music industry, the challenges of navigating privilege and identity, and the importance of inclusivity and awareness in today's music scene. We talk about the challenges of misogyny and gender bias in the music industry, as Quinn shares personal experiences and insights. The discussion highlights the importance of supportive bandmates and the evolving landscape of fan culture, particularly in relation to shipping. As Cinema Stair prepares for new music and tours, the conversation also touches on the lasting influence of Fall Out Boy on artists and the ongoing dialogue about gender and empowerment in music.
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Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymouspodcast
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 24 min - 91. Best of 2005?: FOB, P!ATD, AAR, MCS, Alkaline Trio, Boys Night Out, Kanye, Mariah & More | Emo Kids Anonymous
In this episode of the Emo Kids Anonymous Podcast, hosts Robb Laffoon and Amanda Valdivieso reflect on the year of our lorde 2005, discussing its cultural significance, personal experiences, and the music that defined the era. From the iPod commercials to the Bush protests to the 50 Cent supremacy, we cover it all. We also explore listener demographics, the evolution of music genres, and the impact of hip hop and R&B throughout the 2000s. We cover classics from All-American Rejects to Alkaline Trio with full deep dives into Mariah Carey's 'The Emancipation of Mimi', Panic! At The Disco's 'A Fever You Can't Sweat Out', Fall Out Boy's 'From Under the Cork Tree', and more. We even discuss the impact and influence of the artist formerly known as Kanye West. The discussion also touches on Nickelback's 'All the Right Reasons' , somehow.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymouspodcast
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 32 min - 90. Dikembe: Chicago Bowls, Zohran Mamdani, Emo, ITYSL and Gainesville | Emo Kids Anonymous
Yo, can you believe we got Dikembe on the show?
In this episode of Emo Kids Anonymous, Steen, Scott and Randy from Dikembe discuss their journey as a band over the past 15 years, touching on their origins, the creation of their impactful Chicago Bowls EP, and the evolution of their sound. They explore the role of Discord in facilitating collaboration, the dynamics of their (still very punk rock) live performances, and the influence of social media on their visibility or lack thereof. The band also shares insights into their new EP King, and reflect on their experiences meeting Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani, highlighting the intersection of music and activism. We dive into the Gainesville music scene and the magic there as well as non stop ITYSL references. The band reflects on their favorite albums, the definition of emo, and their Mount Rushmore of emo bands. The episode concludes with a discussion about their social media presence and the challenges of modern band promotion.
Follow Dikembe on all platforms @DikembeDudes
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Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
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Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArY-------------------------------------
Follow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
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Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop 3x a week please like and subscribe!
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1 hr 11 min - 89. Ben Quad: Oklahoma Emo, Star Wars, LOTR, Wisher and More | Emo Kids Anonymous
Finally, our interview with Ben Quad is here! We were lucky enough to be joined by the whole band and despite some slight technical difficulties, we had a helluva time! In this engaging conversation, Ben Quad discuss their creative process, the significance of pop culture in their song titles, and the shift towards a more hopeful tone in emo music. They emphasize the importance of community and collaboration within the music scene, while also reflecting on the evolution of emo and its influence on their sound. The band shares their favorite tracks from their latest album Wisher, out now courtesy of Pure Noise Records. And don't worry everyone, we asked the important questions! How would Anakin have fared if he stuck to Pod Racing? What's the bands favorite film? What's their mount rushmore of butt rock? All that and more in our interview with Ben Quad.
Subscribe to stay up to date! This week we got Dikembe still to come plus one more surprise!
Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, Ben Quad and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymous
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
(@amazingamanda_eka on tiktok & @amazingamanda_emokidsanon on IG)
1 hr 2 min - 88. Emo Year In Review: Best Songs & Bands of 2026, Most Anticipated of 2026 & More | Emo Kids Anonymous
In this episode of the Emo Kids Anonymous podcast, Amanda and Robb celebrate the 17th anniversary of Fall Out Boy's album 'Folie A Deux' and discuss its impact on the culture. They dive into the best and worst of 2026, amonst much more in what may be the longest episode of EKA yet! The conversation flows into a discussion about the best emo Christmas covers and original songs, highlighting the EMOtional connection to music during the holiday season. The hosts of EKA (critically-acclaimed podcast fyi) also talk about the benefits of being a child of divorce during the holiday season. They reflect on the best and worst of 2025 in music, highlighting standout albums and songs, and discussing breakout bands like Kerosene Heights, Hot Mulligan, PTV and Saturdays at Your Place. They also talk about the Newsboys for a bit I guess? I dunno. Eventually, the conversation shifts to notable music stories of the year, including Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance and the impact of AI on the music industry. Finally, they share their hopes and dreams for 2026, emphasizing the potential for new talent in the emo and pop-punk genres. Subscribe to stay up to date!
Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymous
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
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2 hr 3 min - 87. Action/Adventure: Brompton Takes The Pod Mic From This White Boy To Talk Pop Punk, Pure Noise and Chicago DIY | Emo Kids Anonymous
In this interview, Robb is joined by Brompton from Action Adventure for a wide ranging tell-all conversation. He tells us about the band's journey through the pop punk scene, the impact of COVID-19 on their music career, and the importance of community support in the music industry. He shares insights on the creative process behind their music videos, the challenges of navigating social media, and the evolving landscape of music consumption. At multiple points we talk Chicago, really highlighting the importance of the city in terms of the bands individual and collective roots and community. Brompton emphasizes the need for bands to support each other and leave the scene in a better place for future generations. If you're still reading this, go check out their new album Ever After, he's just trying to see something okay!?
Emo Kids Anonymous is a podcast about emo and emo-adjacent music. With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for everything emo. Previous guests include Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Winona Fighter, Origami Angel, Greywind, sports., Riley!, and so many others. EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Use “EMOKIDS” at checkout and your first bottle of BROTEGE is only $10!
www.brotege.com
JOIN OUR DISCORD!
https://discord.gg/78WpHArYFollow us on other platforms:
Twitter: @emokidsanonpod
Instagram: @emokidsanonymous
TikTok: @emokidsanonymous
Emo Kids Anonymous is Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon.
Emo Kids Anonymous is a proud part of Never A Phase Network. Please follow and subscribe to stay up to date!
www.neveraphasenetwork.com
Follow @EmoKidsAnonymous on all social media platforms!
www.emokidsanonymous.comNew episodes drop every Wednesday as well as artist interviews on Monday and Fridays! Be sure to like and subscribe!
Follow Robb
(@RobbLaffoon on all social media platforms)
Follow Amanda
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About Emo Kids Anonymous
From the publisher's feed
With multiple new episodes every week, Emo Kids Anonymous is your home for emo and everything else. Previous guests include Gabe Saporta, Saturdays At Your Place, Kerosene Heights, Tom Denney, Origami Angel, Dear Maryanne, Riley!, Ben Quad, sports. and so many others.
EKA is co-hosted, co-produced and co-created by Amanda Valdivieso and Robb Laffoon, with Catherine Jones (CZB) serving as showrunner and executive producer.