Wake & Jake

The guests that Jake intended for the last episode finally make an appearance, and derail the recording process.

Music recommendations are “The Sacrificial Code” and “Living Torch” by Kali Malone.

Jake's failed attempt at having "guests" on today's episode is thwarted...by the guests themselves.

Music recommendations are “Never For Ever” by Kate Bush, and “Beat” by King Crimson.

Jake is feeling grateful for many people and things in his life right now, and tells a story about one of his more interesting students.

Music recommendations are “Madlib Medicine Show #10: Black Soul” by Madlib, and “Ask Me Tomorrow” by Mojave 3.

A jampacked weekend has left Jake very tired and lacking the energy to perform in his bowling league.

Music recommendations are “Spiderland” by Slint, and “Thrust” by Herbie Hancock.

Jake and Kate have nearly recovered from their COVID isolation, and it was not fun. Plus: More ants!

Music recommendations are “The New Breed” by Jeff Parker, “Benzaiten” by Osamu Kitajima.

Jake recounts a relaxing weekend while dabbling in environmental pessimism and a little bit of hatred toward a politician or two.

Music recommendations are “Growing Up” by The Linda Lindas, and “Hellfire” by Black Midi.

Jake rants about the government more calmly than he did in the episode that didn't make it out the previous week, and vents his hatred of ants. All while having his fingers bitten by a cat.

Music recommendations are “Immutable” by Meshuggah, and “Timewave Zero” by Blood Incantation.

Jake tries to predict what he and Kate are doing on their vacation. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the vacation but Jake is now back and actually knows what happened during the vacation.

Music recommendations are “Wet Leg” by Wet Leg, and “Jubilee” by Japanese Breakfast.

A jampacked week has Jake losing his mind before leaving for vacation.

Music recommendation is “The Yellow Shark” by Frank Zappa.

Jake goes into motivational speaker mode after a long break, and vows to hold up his commitment to keeping up the work on his instruments.

Music recommendations are “Yankee Hotel Foxtrot” by Wilco, and “An Open Door” by Soft Kill.