Why Did We Ever Meet?

HEEEEY BUDDIES!!!! We've got a WONDERFUL episode because we have WONDERFUL guests. This week, you get to sit in on our "catching up with friends" Zoom session where we're joined by Sarah Shockey & Marty DeRosa. We are quite certain that you're familiar with these 2 if you listen to our show, and if you're here because you listen to MSLW...hello! It's lovely to have you!

We've got another fun interview episode for you guys-and it's a solo Wes episode (sorry, to Ashley fans). This week, I am joined by Jeff Caudill. Many of you are familiar with him as the frontman of the massively influential band Gameface, but Jeff's musical career has been active well beyond them. In addition to the band Your Favorite Trainwreck, Jeff's wracked up an impressive catalog of solo releases that showcase his earnest, sincere approach to songwriting.

Mom & Dad are back to business this week! It's been a while since you've heard from just us, and let's be honest...we missed ya'! We talk about Ashley finishing up yoga instructor school, Roxie's proclamation of greatness, and we dig into Wrestlemania. Spoiler alert: Ashley still hates WWE. We're back!

Having family on as guests could be dicey...unless it's the good kind of family. Our guests this week are known to many as the hosts of This Ends At Prom, but in this house? They're known as Aunt BJ & Aunt Harmony. We've often mentioned one another on our respective podcasts because we're supporters of one another. But also because we truly are family! We get into all the things you'd expect family members to get into. Lots of reminiscing and silly conversations to be had! We miss them terribly.

FOOLED YOU! Daniel and Bonesaw take a trip down memory lane on this super-sized, two-part episode of Why Did We Ever Meet?! It's Part B, and we're getting drunker! Daniel and Bonesaw talk about High School and College, and reminisce about going to shows, anime, and Adult Swim! And maybe Iron Chef! I can't remember if that was on Part A or Part B! At this point I've been drinking for four hours! Also, a New Japan edition of We Fucking?, and Daniel suggests doing a draft from said game of We Fucking?, but then both of them forget to do it because of alcohol!

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FOOLED YOU! Daniel and Bonesaw take a trip down memory lane on this super-sized, two-part episode of Why Did We Ever Meet?! In Part A, they talk about how they met in middle school, and how video games, The Simpsons, and Pro-Wrestling turned them into fast friends! Then, they do a classic NES version of Pass or Trash!

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Did we think TikTok would lead to us finding incredible guests and new friendships? No, but here we are! Our guests this week are Jen Joyce and Lars Laing-Peterson. This couple has a lot in common with your hosts: One extrovert, one not so much. Jen is known to many on TikTok as knitpurl where she's created her own special community of tattooed knitters, crocheters, and all things maker. But how did she land on OUR radar? By acknowledging and celebrating what's known as the "elder emo". What's an elder emo? Well, if you're of a certain age, poured over getting your hands on The latest Emo Diaries comp, sported a Quicksand pin on your gas station worker's jacket, and made sure to include Samiam on your mixtapes for that person you're crushin' on to give yourself the right kinda cred...then you're an elder emo. Beyond the music discussion, we're 2 couples getting to know one another and you're privy to the first time meeting. They're wonderful folks who we feel like we'd known for 20 years. We had a blast with them and you can expect us to do it again.

When you set up an interview like this, it always leaves you a little nervous. You worry whether they'll be receptive to the discussion. Well, as you're soon about to find out, that's not the case with our guest. This week's guest, Jonah Matranga, is a crucial part of the emo & post-hardcore scene that shaped an entire generation of music. His band Far has an influence still being felt today. But, much like his music, there's far more to Jonah. The conversation is open, beautiful, candid, and at times, emotional. When we say heavy, we mean it in the absolute best way possible. What you'll find out (if you didn't already know) is that Jonah is a beautiful and gifted performer and music is his tool by which he does so. We're incredibly proud of this episode and we feel certain you'll love it.

The 60th episode calls for a landmark guest...and baby, do we have a landmark guest for YOU! Andre Gower is known to SO MANY of us as Sean, leader of the gang in the cult hit The Monster Squad. A few years ago, the film was thought to be a "long lost gem" until fan demand willed a DVD release. The floodgates soon opened. After seeing the impact the movie had on its fanbase, Andre felt compelled to document this. This comes in the form of the documentary Wolfman's Got Nards, a documentary covering the lasting legacy of the beloved film. Our conversation covers this and much more. It's an absolute blast and SPOILER ALERT; he's every bit as wonderful as you'd guessed!

To find out where to watch Wolfman's Got Nards, visit: www.thesquaddoc.com and find it on Instagram at @thesquaddoc as well as find Andre at @andregowerofficial

What started out as a single guest episode turned into 2 guests...more bang for your buck! Vinny Malave is a name you may be familiar with. He's been a frequent guest on the PWT Cast. He's also a member of the Pro Wrestling Tees crew. But, WE know Vinny from his passion project that's become his future...The Cryptic Closet. Joined by his brother, Moses Gibson, the 2 of them have carved a unique niche in the horror and pop culture world with their left-of-the-dial designs that stand out in a sea of black t shirts. We talk about the evolution of the Cryptic Closet, what it's like to go viral, and a million other things that sidetracked us. The pandemic took all our hangout time away, so we were cramming all into one episode. If it's not clear, we love these boys like family. Go support them:

website: www.thecrypticcloset.com