Host Bo Wolfe sits down with Todd from the band Abusements, a band hailing from Montgomery, Alabama. Bo and Todd discuss the punk scene, Todd's journey from high school in Portland to finding his place in the punk world, how punk culture fosters connection and support, iconic bands that shaped the both of them, and the importance of creating safe spaces at shows where everyone can feel welcomed and valued.

Bands mentioned in the episode:

• The Wipers
• DOA
• The Dills
• Sado-Nation
• Dead Moon
• King Bee
• Or Else
• Boom Stick
• Kinder Gentler
• Hans Condor
• Darkest Hour
• Battery
• Damnation AD
• The Breaks
• Poison Idea
• Negative Approach
• Aretha Franklin
• Richard "Groove" Holmes
• Claudine Longet
• Herbie Mann
• March of Crimes

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