THE WASTING TIME PODCAST

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Eric Tobin and Micheal Kaminsky (Idobi Radio Summer School Tour) Jul 04, 2025

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We’re joined by Eric Tobin (Hopeless Records) and Michael Kaminsky (KMGMT) to talk about the upcoming Idobi Radio Summer School Tour. This year’s lineup includes Taylor Acorn, Charlotte Sands, Rain City Drive, Arrows In Action, Beauty School Dropout, If Not For Me, and Huddy.

Tobin and Michael share how the tour came together in collaboration with Kevin Lyman (Vans Warped Tour), and how it fits into the wider ecosystem they’re building to support the next generation of alternative artists. It's a great insight into the planning behind one of the scene’s most exciting new tours.

Plus, in the intro, Chris and Nick discuss the recent Driveways and Eternal Boy UK tour, along with new releases from Good Charlotte, The Starting Line, and Dance! No Thanks.

Slam Dunk Festival 2025 with Nick Thompson (Hit The Lights) Jun 13, 2025

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We’re back from an unforgettable weekend at Slam Dunk Festival 2025 — and who better to help us break it all down than Nick Thompson of Hit The Lights?

In this special episode of The Wasting Time Podcast, Nick Thompson joins us to swap stories from the festival — from his experience rocking the stage, to our own as press soaking in the chaos, catching amazing sets, and chatting with some of our all-time favourites. We were lucky enough to grab time on site with New Found Glory, The Ataris, Dream State and Save Ferris.

Chris and Nick also dive into The Get Up Kids’ recent UK tour which Nick went to this week in Newcastle.

Massive thanks to Nick T for joining us, and to Slam Dunk Festival for once again treating us so well.

Stefan Beham (SBÄM Records) May 22, 2025

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This week on The Wasting Time Podcast, we’re joined by the mastermind behind SBÄM Records — Stefan Beham! Recorded just ahead of SBÄM Fest 7 in Austria, Stefan takes us behind the scenes of how the label started and shares stories from working with some incredible bands like Pulley, Authority Zero, Belvedere, No Fun At All, and Death by Stereo.

SBÄM Fest 7 goes down May 30–31 with a stacked lineup featuring Millencolin, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Zebrahead, and The Ataris – don’t miss it if you’re anywhere near Austria!

PLUS: In our intro segment, we’re joined by Wilson, Justin, and Riley from Last Night Saved My Life! We chat about their awesome new release ‘First Hello’, and everyone weighs in on fresh tracks from MxPx, Avril Lavigne x Simple Plan, and The Wonder Years.

John J. Ryan (Keep Flying) May 02, 2025

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This week, we’re delighted to be joined by John J. Ryan from the unstoppable force that is Keep Flying. If you’ve seen them live, you know exactly why they’re one of the most exciting and unique bands in the punk scene right now—blending high-energy punk rock with saxophones, trombones, and an unrelenting stage presence. We first met the band at last year’s Four Chord Music Festival and instantly hit it off,so it was a real treat to catch up with John.

We chatted just ahead of the release of their powerful new album Time and Tide, which dropped on April 24. John walks us through the band’s journey, their DIY ethic, and what the rest of 2025 looks like for Keep Flying. Spoiler: they’re not slowing down.

Go spin Time and Tide now—available everywhere you get your music.

With Nick away for the intro, Chris is joined by our good friends Gary Yay and Ade Holder from UK punk rock favourites Phinius Gage. We dive into some recent releases from The Ataris, Last Night Saved My Life, Orchards, and Propagandhi.

We also have an exclusive first play of the new Phinius Gage single “Masquerade,” out May 16. Ade and Gary give us all the details on the song and what’s next for the band.

JJ Wilde Apr 16, 2025

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Today on the podcast, we're joined by Canadian singer-songwriter JJ Wilde.

Calling in from the road, JJ chats with Chris about the incredible response to her latest album, Vices. They dive into what it was like to win a Juno Award and share stories from the road, including opening for legendary acts like KISS and Pearl Jam.

Vices is available now on all streaming platforms.

Kid Bookie Mar 31, 2025

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We're excited to welcome UK artist Kid Bookie to the podcast! Last year was a monumental year for him, with a standout presence on the festival circuit and the release of his album, 'Songs For The Living // Songs For The Dead.' Kid Bookie shares insights into his journey, discussing his impressive collaborations with artists like Slipknot, Good Charlotte, and Tech N9ne, as well as what fans can anticipate from his upcoming projects.

You can find 'Songs For The Living // Songs For The Dead' on all music platforms!

Additionally, Chris and Nick share their live reactions to the lineup announcement for Four Chord Music Festival in Pittsburgh, which dropped just as we were recording the intro!

Thomas Ian Nicholas Mar 14, 2025

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In this episode, we’re excited to welcome musician and actor Thomas Ian Nicholas. Join us as we explore his musical journey and discover how he has developed his unique sound. Thomas shares insights into the music that shaped his upbringing, the bands he has toured with, and the producers who have influenced his work.

Renowned for his roles in films like 'Rookie of the Year' and the ;American Pie' series, Thomas opens up about his acting experiences and how he manages to juggle both his acting and music careers today.

Don’t miss out—Thomas and his band are set to hit the road for a UK tour in late March!

Derek DiScanio and Tyler Szalkowski (State Champs) Mar 04, 2025

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In this special bonus episode, Nick hops on the tour bus with Derek and Tyler from State Champs during their stop in Newcastle. They dive into their UK tour experience, reminisce about the Emo's Not Dead cruise, discuss the success of their latest album, and share their current music favorites.

State Champs self-titled album is available everywhere.

Kyle Fasel and Cody Muraro (Real Friends) Feb 28, 2025

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In episode 139, we welcome Kyle and Cody from the band Real Friends to the show! We delve into their latest album, Blue Hour, exploring the evolution of their sound over the years. Cody shares insights about his experience as a newer member of the band and his journey thus far.

This album signifies a fresh chapter for Real Friends, and we discuss its potential impact on their future endeavors.

Additionally, Chris and Nick cover the stage time announcements for Slam Dunk Festival and discuss new music from A Day To Remember and Keep Flying.

JR Wasilewski (Less Than Jake) Feb 14, 2025

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This time, we were delighted to welcome JR from Less Than Jake. With a career as extensive as theirs, there’s plenty to explore! We dive into their latest EP, Uncharted, discuss how they juggle life beyond the band, and their current songwriting process. JR also shares insights about the band's connection with Fat Mike and their numerous visits to the UK.

Additionally, Chris and Nick chat about the new Grayscale album, another fresh single from 408, and the new full length from Amber Pacific!