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Episode 262 | Brian Whittington aka Mr Bri Guy

On this episode we have on Brian Whittington, also known for doing kids music as Mr Bri Guy We talked about being a handyman and making makeshift studio with packaging blankets, balancing childcare with being a handyman, not having a traditional career path, making kids music, flying to New Zeala...

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Turn Two's Never Meant To Fit Is 2000s Pop-Punk With a Personal Edge

New Jersey pop-punk act Turn Two follow up Darkest Days with Never Meant To Fit. Wini has a track-by-track review of their rawest EP yet.

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Never a Phase 23: Vans Warped Tour Long Beach /w The Ataris, Guilt Trip, and Scarlet House

In this episode, Kanan is back on the ground at Warped Tour Long Beach! We explore the journeys of musicians from Warped Tour, their creative processes, and their perspectives on community, positivity, and staying true to their roots. Guests include Mike from the Ataris, Jacob from Guild Trip, an...

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Your Elder Emo Mom introduces you to your new favorite band

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JRPGs, Trading Card Games, and Dragon Ball Z with SLEEPTALKER

This episode of Rock For Initiative welcomes Jamar, Alex, and John of SLEEPTALKER. We start in JRPG territory, covering everything from Final Fantasy VII Remake and Rebirth to some classics like Final Fantasy VIII and Legend of Dragoon. From there we get into Dark Souls, Demon's Souls, Elden Ring...

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Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere with Troy from Noise Floor Podcast

This episode of Rock For Initiative welcomes Troy Sennett, host of Noise Floor Podcast and bassist for Pelafina and Jeff Schaller and The Long Way Home, for a sprawling conversation through some of the biggest fandoms in fantasy and sci-fi. We spend the bulk of our time in Brandon Sanderson's Cos...

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Mr. Smiley: When Ska Sounds Happy Until You Actually Listen to the Lyrics

Ska's ability to make terrible things sound fun isn't a flaw. It's one of the genre's greatest strengths. Check out a list of some of happiest sad lyrics out there, curated by The Ska Mailman himself.

Episode 262 | Brian Whittington aka Mr Bri Guy

Turn Two's Never Meant To Fit Is 2000s Pop-Punk With a Personal Edge

Never a Phase 23: Vans Warped Tour Long Beach /w The Ataris, Guilt Trip, and Scarlet House

Under Exposed V. 45 Homecoming UK

JRPGs, Trading Card Games, and Dragon Ball Z with SLEEPTALKER

Brandon Sanderson’s Cosmere with Troy from Noise Floor Podcast

Mr. Smiley: When Ska Sounds Happy Until You Actually Listen to the Lyrics

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Mr. Smiley: When Ska Sounds Happy Until You Actually Listen to the Lyrics

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News & Updates

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Turn Two's Never Meant To Fit Is 2000s Pop-Punk With a Personal Edge

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