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:

July 11, 2023 13. Justin Kier - (Tour Manager - Atreyu)
Darren and Jose welcome Justin Kier to Roadie Friday. In this episode, they discuss Justin's career, the Tour Manager's responsibilities, Putting out a bus fire in crocs, and the expenses of touring. **CORRECTION** Darren called Atreyu’s drummer “Alex”. His name is actually Kyle. Darren regrets the error. Kyle is a good dude.
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
July 05, 2023 12. Nadia Guardado - (Production Coordinator - Ghost. Tour Manager - Filter)
Darren and Jose welcome Nadia Guardado to Roadie Friday. They discuss topics like NDA’s, touring with secret members of bands who’s identities are hidden from the public, Darren tried to conduct an interview while battling jet lag, and Nadia almost actually gets oil-spotted.
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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32min
May 22, 2023 11. Justin Perez (Guitar Tech - Devin Townsend, Pop Evil, Hatebreed) Talks Sobriety and Addiction.
Jose and Darren continue the conversation on mental health, and they bring on Justin Perez. They talk about being sober on the road, the difficulties maintaining sobriety, and how you can start the conversation with someone that you think might be struggling.

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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59min
April 17, 2023 10 - Jamie Gooden (Production Assistant/VIP U2, Alter Bridge)
This episode of Roadie Friday features Jamie Gooden. Darren, Jose, and Jamie talk about topics like pay wage gaps, negotiating pay, and wrapping cables.
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 11min
March 31, 2023 9. Jai Kaminoff (Guitar Tech - Gojira, Ghost, Animals as Leaders)
Jose and Darren welcome Jai Kaminoff. Jai works as a Guitar Technician for artists like Gojira, Ghost, and Animals as Leaders. They discuss topics like Digital Rigs vs Analog Rigs, Playing to a click vs not and how it impacts a show, and working during the pandemic.
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 6min
March 07, 2023 8. Tank the Tech on Merch Cuts
In this episode, Jose and Darren speak to YouTube personality Tank the Tech (Merch - Van Halen, Journey. Guitar Tech - POWERWOLF) about venue splits, merch cut, whatever you want to call it.
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 6min
March 01, 2023 7. Dan Michie (Lighting Designer - Limp Bizkit, Falling in Reverse, Pierce the Veil)
In this episode of Roadie Friday, Darren and Jose welcome Dan Michie! Dan works as an LD for artists like Limp Bizkit, Pierce the Veil, and Falling in Reverse. They talk about topics like Dan's career, how they navigate walking through crowds, and representation in the touring industry.
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 9min
February 15, 2023 6. Cody Carlton (Lighting Designer - Badflower, Scott Stapp, Sevendust)
Jose and Darren welcome LD Cody Carlton. They talk about Cody accidently getting his start as an LD, where he wants to evolve as an LD, and they gossip FAR MORE THAN THEY SHOULD HAVE.
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 3min
February 07, 2023 5. Darren and Jose talk Mental Health Part 1.
In this episode, Darren and Jose talk about mental health, how it affects them, and some of the ways they manage it while on the road.
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Voiceover provided by Sara Parker.
Music provided by Ricky Armellino. Cover art by Jeffery Daniels.
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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
January 23, 2023 4. Francesca Ludikar (Touring Photographer/Content Creator - Nonpoint)
This episode is a reunion! Darren and Jose catch up with Francesca Ludikar (Touring Photographer/Content Creator - Nonpoint) and they ask her about her career, being a Canadian working for an American band (and the issues that come along with it), and how you become friends on tour, but eventually become family.
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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.