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Robert Meadows (A Life Once Lost) Nov 04, 2019

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Hello one and all and welcome to episode 113 with the most ferocious frontman in metal today, Robert Meadows. You know him from A Life Once Lost, Left to Vanish and now Mind Power. Robert is one of Dewey’s favorite metal singers and absolutely ferocious. He has a very interesting story to tell and we go deep into his thoughts and struggles with meditation, redemption and getting back to normal life post ALOL. Be sure to check out this honest and blunt chat between two tradesmen both on and off the stage as they get to know each other through story after story. Be sure to check out the new releases from Mind Power now as they released the EP collection Q1, Q2, Q3 and Q4. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Yvette Young (Covet) Part 2 Oct 02, 2019

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Listen to Part 2 of my conversation with the incredible Yvette Young from Covet!

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Ken Vasoli (The Starting Line) Sep 17, 2019

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This week’s guest is a self proclaimed “podcast freak”, but you may know him from a little band that started up in the early 2000’s called, The Starting Line. Ken Vasoli! Dewey and Ken dive right in, recapping the fascinating “Fat Mike” episode. Dewey shares a little behind the scenes of that initial first call with Fat Mike, what we didn’t hear in the interview. Ken reveals that he is in fact a podcast host himself! His show, titled Wax On, is essentially a college radio show run in his music room where him and his girlfriend play and discuss a handful of records with the occasional guest.

Originally from Horshem, PA, Ken lived a pretty suburban life. He began piano lessons at age 5, imitating his older brother, which soon led to sibling competitiveness. At 9 he took on the bass guitar with his teacher, Rick Smith, that lead him through the entire Highway to Hell album. Ken shines insight on his musical upbringing with his dad’s cover band playing tunes such as “Heard it From the Grapevine”.

Dewey inquires about the initial joining of The Starting Line, and how his age played into that. He was in fact only 14 when he began playing with Matt. Ken notes that the age gap between him and the rest of the members never seemed that strange. The two talk through the sound evolution of The Starting Line, and how different each album is. Ken shares tales from days of touring with the RX Bandits and going deep into the “weed hole”.

Ken shines light on the status of The Starting Line, why they went on hiatus, and what came of it.

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Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite) Aug 27, 2019

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Set at the Proofreader at Downtown Marriot in Portland, Oregon Jon Heder and Dewey Halpaus jump right in to conversation with the possibility of Jon starting up his own podcast. “Everybody and their dog has one” he states. They discuss how movie trailer making is truly an art form, and how deceiving they can actually be. Dewey connects with Jon on the fact that he is LDS which is that is the way Dewey was brought up. That leads to the comparison of how strict their parents were, and if that had an effect on the type of TV and films they were exposed to in their youth. Jon shares that although he rarely consumed pop culture with his parents and had good judgement himself on what was appropriate, movies with a high sexual content still make him uncomfortable today. The two trade movie titles that they haven’t seen and question if watching certain iconic films of the 80’s would be the same seeing them for the first time today. Jon gave us insight to his creative spark and how that was fostered as a child through drawing and puppet shows with his twin brother. Once the two got older and had access to a video camera and sound mixer the fun really began. The subject of fame and privacy is something Jon is very passionate about and does not withhold his opinion. From family and friends, to strangers at restaurants his fame is something that can not be overlooked. He explains how he navigates it all and the type of mentality it takes.

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Joshua Toomey (Talk Toomey Podcast) Aug 22, 2019

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This episode of The Peer Pleasure Podcast is a special two-part crossover with Josh Toomey from the Talk Toomey podcast and Primer 55. Be sure to listen to part 1 of the conversation HERE!

Dewey and Josh dive right into the podcaster talk with how their shows’ guests are basically their CD collections come to life to share with all. Talk Toomey has a primary focus on classic rock and metal, while Peer Pleasure is mostly known for the early-mid 2000’s era. They discuss their own habits of podcast consumption including their personal favorites. Josh shares how he jumped into the podcasting world after internet radio sparked his interest while working his day job. Dewey inquires all about Josh’s days with Primer 55 and notes how the band really blew up, recalling seeing the bands logo everywhere. Josh dives into the back story of how he joined the band, and revealed that he went from one day delivering pizzas and the next being on an international tour. The musicians and podcasters bond over their joy of fan interaction and in depth connections though their shows. Tune in to get an exclusive glimpse of what will be coming up next on Talk Toomey.

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Dave Knudson (Minus The Bear) Aug 13, 2019

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This is my chat with the one and only Dave Knudson from Minus The Bear! Listen in as we discuss the final days of touring, what life is like now at home, and what he has in store for the future.

09:08 Get Botch Back Together...

10:13 That’s The Connection

14:29 Levels of Finality

19:30 Professional Time Killer

22:01 The Reflective Period

26:50 That’s so Botchy

29:45 A Good Spectrum

34:54 Addicting to Looping

38:35 No Bad Juju

41:54 The Last Tour

46:29 Alexa, Play Minus the Bear

50:42 Pedal Geekdom

53:49 The Dave L4

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Leah Wellbaum (Slothrust) Aug 05, 2019

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This is my chat with the one and only Leah Wellbaum from Slothrust! What an awesome chat that went so many places from DMX and Cameo, to deep thoughts on water and bruising. I flew down to LA and met up at her home studio for this in person visit and what a great time it was. Check it out, tell a friend and don't forget to rate and subscribe!

http://peerpleasurepodcast.com/leah-wellbaum-slothrust-episode-107/

The Unnamed Studio Space [08:04]

The Fucking Ocean Pt. 1 AND Pt. 2 [09:00]

There’s a Rainbow in Every Bruise [12:02]

Destabilizing Positions – This Will Help [13:58]

Magnetic Music & Non Violent Art [15:46]

The Woooo [18:13]

Hip Hop Curious [20:38]

Time & Place for Exact Rhyme [24:00]

From The Jump [25:55]

Visual ASMR [27:14]

Sonic Texture & Whit [28:11]

The Side Project – Animal Planet [33:27]

Improv Instrumental Yoga [35:00]

Intimacies & the Internet [37:25]

Our Fans Have Amazing Boundaries – Meet & Greets [40:00]

A Series Of Sad Planets [45:55]

I Go Both Ways On Cameo [48:14]

Kiss & a Punch [52:00]

Gucci Beauty Face [54:46]

People are Listening to This [55:49]

Playing in Portland [58:49]

I Love The People That Come Out to Our Shows [1:00:13]

I’ve Never Gotten a Murder Confession [1:02:38]

Queer [1:05:52]

What’s Next [1:16:27]

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Justin Sane (Anti-Flag) Jul 23, 2019

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Website Link: http://peerpleasurepodcast.com/justin-sane-anti-flag-episode-106/

Set in the Punk in Drublic greenroom in Portland, Oregon, Justin Sane sits down with Dewey and shares intimate parts of his childhood growing up in a large family, and being grandfathered into punk and activism. Justin explains how punk is a vital part of who he is at his core, and the impact it has on his songwriting skills.

Howdy [9:04]

Iconic Staple [10:02]

He Was Probably A Racist [10:25]

Pseudo Movie Star t [12:23]

Conviction of Activism [13:14]

Evolution of Parents & Religion [15:47]

Grandfathered into Punk [18:47]

Insane & Chaotic [21:00]

The Youngest of 9 [22:36]

Punk at the Core [24:04]

True to Our Roots [26:16]

Take a Risk, Get Political [30:07]

Punk Revival [33:23]

The Craft of Songwriting [34:54]

Feel Good Songs & Validation [37:18]

What About the Poor [40:07]

Empathy & Understanding [41:30]

More Than a Nationality [44:05]

The Calculation of Greed [49:15]

Religion is Dangerous [50:25]

Keep Fighting the Good Fight [51:00]

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Marisa Dabice (Mannequin Pussy) Jul 16, 2019

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http://peerpleasurepodcast.com/marisa-dabice-mannequin-pussy-episode-105-the-peer-pleasure-podcast/

Interviews can be done here, there, or anywhere…this one remotely takes place in a bath tub! Dive in and relax as Marisa shares her journey into the music industry and gives us an inside look at where her personal fire is fueled from. With unique views and an inspiring outlook on life Marisa submerges us into Mannequin Pussy’s third full length album, Patience.

Relaxation Mode [08:45]

This Is Real [9:30]

But What Do They Sound Like Live? [11:45]

Kush Colors – The Audiotree Experience [13:00]

Epitaph – We Have the Key [15:50]

Growing Up Around Music [17:30]

Possible 5th Member [19:15]

Song Writing Collaboration [20:35]

The Side Hustles [22:20]

The 90’s Are Coming Back & Legacy Overalls [23:35]

I Get Older, the Music Stays the Same Age [26:05]

Culture Wave [28:20]

The Walmart Embassy [29:53]

Living in the Experience [30:43]

Art in an Algorithm Culture [36:30]

An Epic Brutal Show [40:00]

The Fire in You [41:20]

Stick to the Script of Life [43:37]

The Freedom [47:58]

On Our Own [52:47]

The New Album [57:25]

Emotional Distractions [59:10]

Diving into Directing [1:03:20]

Patience [1:06:20]

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Fat Mike (NOFX) Jul 11, 2019

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http://peerpleasurepodcast.com/fat-mike-nofx-episode-104-the-peer-pleasure-podcast/

This weeks interview takes place at two different times, in two different parts of the country, and quickly escalates into one of the craziest conversations that has ever dawned on The Peer Pleasure Podcast. The first portion of this journey begins with the raw initial over the phone introduction of Dewey and Fat Mike and transitions into unforeseen events that eventually leads to Dewey sitting poolside with Fat Mike, his girlfriend, his dominatrix, and Mike Mowery of JabberJaw Media all dressed in full latex drag. Listen in as Fat Mike shares his personal insights to punk rock, his childhood, love, loss, bondage, and so much more.

The Journey Begins – “Pooping out my ass” [16:10]

Political Storytelling – The technical side of NOFX [17:25]

Fair Leather Friends – Lost friendships [20:50]

Drugs and Coping in LA [22:02]

Cokie the Clown – You’re Welcome [23:32]

The Man of Honor and Depression [24:30]

The Songs – Original and never been done [28:45]

Home Sweet Home – The Musical [34:10

Speaking Tour and Stand Up [35:25]

S&M [36:00]

16 Different Chords [39:15]

Six Floggs Abusement Park [40:35]

A serious pool side interview…in latex and heels [42:00]

Childhood Abandonment [45:35]

Punk Rock changed it all [46:15]

BDSM & Heartbreak [49:00]

47 And The Pink Nightie [50:45:47]

You grow out of believing in Santa clause…and then god [54:00]

When No One’s Around [59:00]

You Think You Know Me [1:02:15]

Become Successful, Then Try Drugs [1:04:48]

Bondage on a Plane [1:10:35]

Fatal – The Poster Girl for Transvestites [1:12:00]

How to Take a Cock in the Ass [1:13:15]

Cokie – The Unheard [1:17:30]

Negative Reel [1:24:00]

The Best Way to Awaken [1:25:45]

Is this interview getting better or worse? [1:32:00]

The Sentimental Segway [1:35:00]

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