Roadie Friday

By Darren Makins, Jose Escudero

A podcast about the touring music industry, hosted by two dudes probably wearing Hawaiian shirts... more

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How many episodes does Roadie Friday have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.

Roadie Friday episodes:

January 10, 2025 23. Nick Engle (Stage Manager - Disturbed)
Jose and Darren welcome Nick Engle to Roadie Friday. They discuss how Nick started in his career, mental health, lost luggage, and more. (Programming Note: Darren’s mic goes in and out in the first 15 mins of the episode. What you hear is cleaned up backup audio)

Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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1h 29min
December 11, 2024 22. Austin Zangi - (Lighting Designer - Seether, Testament)
Jose and Darren welcome Austin Zangi to Roadie Friday. They discuss how much Zangi makes (not really), how your career in the music industry wont be linear but rather a rollercoaster, and more. (Production Note: Darren's mic cuts out with about 15 minutes left, so his track switches to the Zoom Recording)
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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47min
October 30, 2024 21. David Nester (Drum Tech - Disturbed, Staind. Drummer - ENMY, Aaron Lewis)
Welcome back! Darren and Jose welcome David Nestor to Roadie Friday! In this episode, they talk about David's career, why 'the hang' is so important, and the Disturbed sprinkler incidents.
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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1h 20min
May 24, 2024 20. The Tailgate Tour Special (Feat Johnny Lane)
Darren and Jose have their first in-person episode while they're both working on the Tailgate Tour with Staind, Seether, Saint Asonia, and Tim Montana. They talk about the tour, and they’re later joined by Johnny Lane, Guitar Technician for Artists like Saint Asonia, Big Wreck, and Billy Talent.
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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41min
April 11, 2024 19. Steve Litscher (Front of House Engineer - Atreyu, Dance Gavin Dance, Tour Manager/FOH - Story of the Year)
Darren and Jose welcome Steve Litscher to Roadie Friday! They discuss leaving a career to become a touring professional, upcoming plans, and of course, The Machine Shop in Flint, Mi.
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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1h 13min
March 28, 2024 18. Paris Visone and Francesca Ludikar (Video Director and Content Creator - Godsmack)
Welcome to Roadie Friday Season 2! Jose and Darren welcome guests Paris Visone (Video Director - Godsmack) and first time returning guest Francesca Ludikar (Content Creator - Godsmack). Jose and Darren learn about the role of the Video Director, They catch up with Francesca, and talk about touring with someone who has taken over your old role on a tour
Watch "Truth" by Godsmack, Directed by Francesca Ludikar and Sully Erna
https://youtu.be/d7sBkZLbQfY?si=qcYVG1RsnuJT_RNy
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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52min
October 23, 2023 17. Evan Potter (Guitarist - Lilith Czar, Guitar/Backline Tech - Atreyu, The Struts)
Jose and Darren welcome Evan Potter to Roadie Friday! They talk about balancing being a musician and a tech, remaining a professional while working for your favorite artists, and knowing people through your other working relationships.

Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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1h 13min
October 13, 2023 16. Mental Health pt. 2 featuring Nathan White
Darren and Jose continue the conversation about mental health among touring professionals and they welcome Nathan White, roadie and survivor of a suicide attempt.
You are not alone. Help is available 24/7. If you or someone you know is having a self harm crisis, dial 988.

Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.

Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.

Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod
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1h 7min
September 19, 2023 15. Drew Molleur (Front of House Engineer - Breaking Benjamin, Chase Atlantic)
Jose and Darren welcome Drew Molleur to Roadie Friday. They talk about Drew's career, mixing a concert to the room, and other tangents.
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod

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57min
August 30, 2023 14. Richard Brown (Production Assistant - Breaking Benjamin, Black Veil Brides)
Darren and Jose welcome Richard Brown to Roadie Friday. They talk about Rich getting his start in the industry, his daily tasks, sleeping on a bus that has 6 people, and of course, Jimmy Buffet.
Voiceover provided by Sara Parker. Music provided by Ricky Armellino.
Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
Send them an email at [email protected] Follow Jose and Darren on Instagram @iamjoseescudero & @thedarrenmakins. Follow the show on Instagram @roadiefridaypod

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1h 4min

FAQs about Roadie Friday:

How many episodes does Roadie Friday have?

The podcast currently has 24 episodes available.