Jack and I teamed up in middle school and then beyond to discover as much great music as possible. An early favorite was this stellar debut by rock group Nada Surf. Tune in to hear us go down memory lane and reveal all the lyrics we misheard.

Talking Records and Growing Up Punk combine forces for the ultimate podcast crossover event. Or so we believe so. Aaron and I discuss Face to Face's self titled album from 1996.

Pat from the band The Decline joins me to discuss his band's killer record. We cover everything from broken arms, swooping magpies, crazy album titles, and avocado on toast. All of this without wandering off topic. You can't miss this one. 

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Welcoming Christian to the show to talk about the formidable Bigwig and their 1999 album Stay Asleep. We also talk about his project the Jersey Interchange and how you can hear Jersey musicians covering Jersey bands!

The Jersey Interchange

Glenn from Pavid Vermin and I break down the hilarious gem that is Nerf Herder's debut album. Jumping from My Records to Arista, but not before some lyrical changes. It's a great story, check it out!

Pavid Vermin Bandcamp

Dylan and I discuss The Ataris classic Blue Skies, Broken Hearts... Next 12 Exits. Released on Kung Fu Records in 1999, the band taught us how to get deeply personal.

Singer and bassist of Useless ID, Yotam Ben Horin  and I talk about the band's 2005 album Redemption, hanging out at the Blasting Room, fitting in with the band, Pet Sounds, and more. 

Tara from OC ska band Half Past Two joins me to talk about fellow OC ska band Save Ferris. You can actually hear me trying to contain my jealousy of all the great shows Tara has been to.

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Half Past Two Bandcamp

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Welcoming Midtown guitarist Heath to the show to talk about Jimmy Eat World and the most satisfying of journeys, Clarity.

Craig and I chat with beat keeper Jordan Burns about his final record with Strung Out and what it was like to record it.

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