We’ve got a packed house on this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes! Greg and Darin Bresnitz welcome Claire Moyle of the Brooklyn Brewery into the studio to talk about this year’s Brooklyn, Sweden! Why are Swedes so in love with Brooklyn Brewery? Later, Mike Pace stops by to talk about his podcast, “Worst Gig Ever”, and how it aims to share musicians’ stories and humanize them. When band tensions get high, “Worst Gig Ever” delivers! Curses comes by to talk about putting down the guitar, leaving the mosh pits behind, and paying tribute to Chicago house. Why does Curses prefer using analog gear? Finally, hear a beautiful in-studio performance from Xenia Rubinos! Thanks to our sponsor, Tekserve.

— Mike Pace on Snacky Tunes

Mike Thelin, co-founder of Feast Portland, stops by Snacky Tunes to talk about his life of food on this week’s episode! Darin Bresnitz sits down to talk with Mike about his food-filled childhood, and how he was exposed to so many different types of cuisines at a young age. Hear how Mike’s time in countries like Spain and Ireland taught him to appreciate local cuisine. Is the Portland food scene dying? Tune in to hear about the Pacific Northwest’s organic and fresh food traditions. Mike and Darin give some helpful planning tips for food events! Tune into this week’s episode of Snacky Tunes to learn more about the inception and continuation of Feast Portland! Thanks to our sponsor, Tekserve.

“Organic and local food- we grew up with that in Portland, Seattle, and the West Coast in general… it’s not a trend, it’s real.” [13:00]

“It’s really important to honor local food. People talk about its environmental impact, but it’s also about local culture.” [19:50]

On this week’s installment of Snacky Tunes, Darin Bresnitz takes over hosting duties as Greg explores France. Darin invites Lauren Cynamon and Chris Rosso of Vice’s VBS into the studio to talk about documentary filmmaking. Find out why Lauren and Chris focus on the subjects that they do, and why creative control leads to an authentic documentary. Hear about some of VBS’s food features, including “Fresh Off the Boat” and “Munchies”. Where are Lauren and Chris headed next in the name of food? Later, Octo Octa comes into the studio to talk about his love for house and techno. Find out more about Octo Octa’s new record, and the sweat and tears that went into its creation. Hear about Octo Octa’s recent stint at the Red Bull Music Academy, and his affinity for disco naps. Thanks to our sponsor, Tekserve.

“The point is to make content that we’d want to watch ourselves, and not dumb it down to the lowest common denominator.” [13:00] — Lauren Cynamon on Snacky Tunes

Get ready for summer barbecue on this week’s edition of Snacky Tunes! Darin and Greg Bresnitz are joined in the studio by Dale Talde and John Bush of Talde, Pork Slope, and Thistle Hill to discuss Finger on the Pulse’s upcoming BBQ Blowout at Good Co. Hear about Dale’s interpretation of dim sum, and the duo’s healthy fascination with whiskey. How do John and Dale manage to run three restaurants? Later, Dead Stars visit the HRN studios to plays some songs and talk about their new EP, “High Gain”. What does the band eat on the road? Hear about their upcoming shows at the Northside Festival and Rippers, and find out where you can listen to “High Gain”! This program has been sponsored by Tekserve.

— Dale Talde on Snacky Tunes