Today I wrap up my 4-interview concert run with Breaking Benjamin drummer, Shaun Foist. 

This interview was very personal for me when it came down to who I wanted to sit and talk with.  Although I wanted to interview Ben Burnley, I was convinced by one of my radio station colleagues to interview Shaun due to a very personal post he had made about an autoimmune condition he was diagnosed with--the same one that I was diagnosed with a few years prior.  

As you can see, I had a keen interest in learning more from Shaun considering the condition we share isn't something that men typically acquire.  Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's Disease is something that is more common with women than men, so it was important for me to get his take since I have always felt alone in learning about this condition on my own.

But this interview is more than just talking about our health.  Shaun and I go deeper into how he got the gig as Breaking Benjamin's drummer.  He shares the moment in which he was told he would get the gig.  

I also dive deeper into Shaun's routine on the road and how it affects him while living with his condition. You will learn how he grew up and where he grew up and what that life was like.

We even dabble in some 80s musical influences too. 

For me, this was a fun interview and I hope you stick around to the end to hear my thoughts on how we can live a more fulfilling life we are plagued with symptoms of fatigue, headache, pain, etc. 

LINKS MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE:

Danny Carey of Tool playing "Lateralus"

https://youtu.be/zqftunIOqe0

Brian May of Queen breaking down "Bohemian Rhapsody"

https://youtu.be/v15oIktGJOo

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Today's podcast comes a couple of days late, but for good reason. Thank you for your patience as I deliver this week's podcast after a week off.  

As you dive into today's episode, you will learn the reason I missed last week's release date was because of some tragedy that happened with a dear friend of mine.  I explain more about it in today's podcast, but if you wish to learn more and help donate to my friend who is in need as a result of the tragedy, please consider leaving a donation to help her and her daughter through this most-trying time.  You can find her GoFundMe page here: 

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TODAY'S EPISODE:

In this episode I talk with Tommy Vext of the Bad Wolves.  This was all part of a series of interviews conducted in November of 2018 when The Bad Wolves were the supporting band for Five Finger Death Punch in Phoenix, Arizona. We dive into topics like health, nutrition, mental health, suicide, and strength through vulnerability. Tommy shares his views on how we can dominate our lives through simple steps. 

He also divulges the moment he was pronounced dead on a scene as a result of some of his own tragedy.

Inside my closing message, I bring up a weight training program that I think is beneficial for those who are looking to start building their mental strength game for when tragedy strikes.  I recommend researching Jim Wendler and his strength training program, 5/3/1.  You can find more information on Jim at http://www.jimwendler.com.

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Today I sit down with Matt Brandyberry of the band From Ashes To New.  This was all part of a series of interviews I did on November 10th.  

Up to this point, I had only been exposed to Matt's music for only a year and there really wasn't much about the band that I knew.  The Wikipedia page wasn't as in-depth, but I knew I wanted to know more about Matt, his influences and the deeper meaning behind his music.

We touch on his upbringing in his small, sleepy town in rural Pennsylvania, how his musical influences evolved into his current band and where his heart for writing comes from.

ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:

I will be talking about the 40th anniversary of the radio station, 98 KUPD-FM.  I dive into the longevity that is the radio station as well as my piece of its history.  Even though I find it hard to be a part of the history, it's so surreal to think that a radio station has stuck around as the same format for this many years. 

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Can you remember a time when you've listened to an album, realized that you didn't like it, but revisited it to see your perspective has changed on it?

In today's episode, this is just one of the topics I talk with Kyle Koelsch about when it comes to music. This topic was sparked by conversation about Metallica's St. Anger album and how it's still hard to listen to because of its raw, sonic dissonance.

But we also dive deeper into what Kyle would have done if music wasn't in his future.  You learn that Kyle has always been a creative human and reveals what the perfect time is to create music.  Also, learn who some of Kyle's musical influences are for the bass guitar and who he thinks is an outstanding drummer.

The podcast will be going on a quick holiday break, but will return in 2019. Tune in for the post-interview message and find out when I'll be back with new episodes into the new year.

2019 will shape up to be an amazing year as far as radio station events are concerned, so you must stay tuned. 

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In modern terms, the word, "rockstar" has a spiritless meaning--at least to Shan Man. 

He believes that when we use the word "rockstar", it's intention is to shine the light on someone who is beyond extraordinary--but in recent times, the word seems to be over-glamorized and lacks depth.

But Kyle Koelsch, bassist for Ded, thinks the word has a different meaning.  In fact, Kyle believes the word can be anything you want it to be as long as it means something to you.

In today's podcast, Shannon and Kyle share the story of their first meeting as Ded was just starting to make a name for themselves.  The light-hearted conversation these two share will travel all the way from Kyle's influences to how he feels his music impact Ded fans all over the world.

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Heavy metal and rock music lifestyles are not created equal. The days of gluing furniture to the ceiling and throwing TV sets out of a hotel window are long gone.

Instead, rockstar debauchery has been replaced with addictions to mindfulness, healthy, wellness and nutrition if you want to see yourself touring the world with commercial music success.  That success does come at a cost of what the public thinks “rockstardom” truly is.

Hatebreed frontman, Jamey Jasta, is no stranger to rethinking his lifestyle by replacing the all-night booze binges with meditation, daily exercise, healthy and balanced meals.  As Jasta describes in this episode, age has become a factor in his lifestyle change.

He cites that aggressive screaming on stage nightly not only affects his throat, but also affects his personal life and what he could struggle with if he didn’t practice healthy habits.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear Jamey talk about his upbringing and the moment in which he knew that the public school system would let him down when it came to showing him what it would take to survive in today’s harsh reality.  

With the encouragement of his father, Jamey set his sights on creativity and allowing himself to grow in brand new areas--which would eventually lead him to his ultimate creative project--the band Hatebreed.  

Jamey walks us through his struggles that eventually turned to triumphs.  Some of those triumphs have come in the form of collaboration with other musicians within his genre.  

Sit back and enjoy this unreleased interview that was conducted in the summer of 2017 when the Vans Warped Tour passed through Phoenix, Arizona.  

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Binaural Beats Playlist on YouTube

Insight Timer for iPhone

Insight Timer for Android

Books:

The End Of Diabetes by Dr. Joel Furhman

Practical Paleo by Diane Sanfilippo

11 Reasons Why Too Much Sugar Is Bad For You

What's An Unhealthy Gut?

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Ivan Moody's beginnings started out on a tattered couch in Chandler, Arizona while trying to break into the music industry.  His first band, Motograter, was having difficulty finding success before he was tapped to join Five Finger Death Punch.

Moody's first recollection of a turning point in his life in Arizona happened to be when he wrote, "The Bleeding". It would be the one song that would put Five Finger Death Punch on the map as a band to be reckoned with.

Today, Shannon talks with Ivan about those roots to Arizona and recollects the first time Five Finger Death Punch played the pavilion was now headlining nearly 11 years later. Not only does he share this memory, but he opens up about the importance of being on point before every show he performs.

Where most front men do their very best to take care of their voice before a performance, Ivan does more than take care of his vocals.  He lays a certain importance on his headspace before a show and explains his personal process before getting on stage.

Ivan also shares what he thinks about when he first opens his eyes after waking up. 

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In last episode, I spoke with Butcher Babies frontwoman, Carla Harvey about the impact she's making on the world with her side ventures.  Not only is she a successful front woman, but she has successfully attended school to become a mortician.

In today's episode, finish part of last week's conversation about determination and persistence when it comes to having a successful career.  She shares what it means to take care of yourself to see yourself reach your goals.  She lays out moment that she wanted to start monetizing off her art and what doors that has opened up for her.

Even though these simple questions have simple answers, there was one complex question that really touched Carla to the point of tears in this episode.  Learn what "love" means to her and how the notion affects her in the moment.

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Creative Grief Center IG: http://www.instagram.com/creativegriefcenter

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For Carla Harvey, leaving a legacy isn't just about making any type of music.  It's about making music that makes and impact on her own life while she's impacting others. 

As one-half of the vocals of the band the Butcher Babies, Shannon shares this previously unreleased interview (conducted in early 2017) with Carla where they discuss the making of the new Butcher Babies album--which is now out called Lilith.

Carla shares her early thoughts on the process of the making of that album and what she hopes the album can do for the band once they release it and go out on tour.  But in true Shannon fashion, he dives deeper and asks Carla where she finds her motivation to move forward in her desire to leave a legacy. 

Learn about Carla's upbringing as a child, her thoughts on critics, her obsession with death and career as a mortician. She also reveals how she uses these obsessions help others in their grief with something unique.

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On October 26th, 2017, 98 KUPD-FM in Phoenix held Halloween-themed music festival called The Big Red Night of the Dead.  The bands featured for this festival included Of Mice and Men, In This Moment, Ded and Mastodon.

A few days before the festival, Shannon was asked to conduct interviews of some of the bands, but he was never instructed as to which ones would be showing up.

On the day of the show, he would learn that he'd be sitting down with Aaron Pauley and Valentino Arteaga from the band Of Mice and Men.  Within minutes of learning of who he would be sitting with, the word came down that he would also be interviewing Maria Brink and Chris Howorth of In This Moment.

Today's episode focuses around two separate interviews that were conducted on that particular day--nearly one year ago as of this recording.

As Shannon and the rest of the production crew battled the blowing wind and sound from the bands playing behind him, he was able to get to the root of some of the deeper thoughts behind band evolution, unity within music community and the honesty that lies within music. 

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Of Mice and Men Documentary: https://youtu.be/_fty0-KcyXw

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