Welcome to episode 196 of The Popko Project Podcast featuring rock band, Portland Frank. The gentlemen are back at it with a brand new single called “Buck”. But it’s not what you’d expect after hearing their earlier recordings which are available streaming everywhere. We talk about what inspired this new song and how adding strings […]

Hey friends, welcome to Episode 195 of The Popko Project! Today we’ve got something special for you—Canadian rockers Calling All Captains. These guys are the real deal, combining the best of pop-punk and post-hardcore into a killer sound that’s both catchy and hard-hitting. They’re here to talk about their upcoming EP, “(e)motion sickness,” dropping via […]

On episode 194 of The Popko Project podcast, we dive into the world of Riley Loftus, a force in the music scene who’s carving her path with grit and groove. Riley credits her independence, early mentors like Neil Nicastro, and unwavering family support for fueling her journey. From auditioning for Steamtown American Idol and The […]

Welcome back, ladies and gentlemen, to another episode of The Popko Project Podcast! Today, on episode 193, we’ve got a special guest for you: Keven Martinez, the mastermind behind The Middleman Podcast. We dive deep into who Keven Martinez really is, what sparked the creation of The Middleman Podcast, and how it’s evolved over time. […]

🎙️ Dive into Episode 192 of The Popko Project Podcast with special guests Fosh, the electrifying pop punk/emo band hailing from PA! 🎸 Join us as we explore one of the hottest up-and-coming bands from NEPA, celebrated for their latest full-length album ‘Up With The Sun,’ now streaming everywhere. In this episode, Fosh shares exclusive […]

Welcome to Episode 191 of The Popko Project Podcast! This week, Popko sits down with Kyle Demko, a talented musician hailing from Pennsylvania known for his diverse musical ventures and genuine community spirit. In this episode, Kyle shares insights into his dynamic music career, spanning solo projects to full band collaborations. Listeners will hear about […]

Join us for Episode 190 of The Popko Project Podcast as we sit down with the dynamic emo/post-hardcore band, If Kansas Had Trees, hailing from Pennsylvania. In this captivating episode, we delve into the band’s journey of growing together and learning to trust one another throughout the creative process. We also explore important topics such […]

Tune in to Episode 189 of The Popko Project Podcast for an electrifying dive into the metalcore scene with EverChanger, hailing from Massachusetts. Host Popko kicks off with humor, albeit some failed attempts, before delving deep into the origins of EverChanger amidst the demise of Buried Giants. From the intriguing backstory of their name to […]

Welcome to Episode 188 of The Popko Project Podcast! In this exciting episode, we feature Ben Bailey, the host of the hit series “Cash Cab ” and a nationally touring comedian. Join us as we dive into Ben’s upcoming show at The Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton on Saturday, May 25th. We explore how he […]

In this episode of The Popko Project Podcast, we sit down with comedian Tyler Rothrock from Nazareth, PA. Join us as we dive into a variety of topics, including the craft of comedy and the journey of making comedy a career. We also talk about comedy shows vs. live music shows and we discuss his […]