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Never A Phase PODCAST

Never a Phase Podcast hosted by Swemo

Each episode, Swemo sits down with friends from across the scene to talk about their history with the music we love, as well as the current Hot Topics shaping the future of the genre. Every guest then faces the Lightning Round where they’re forced to take a side in some of the most heated (and sometimes hilariously petty) debates that could have come straight from your favorite online message board.

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Swemo
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Swemo

Swemo is what happens when your emo band never quite makes it and your midlife crisis involves going viral on TikTok instead of buying a motorcycle. Back in the mid-2000s, he fronted a now-defunct Ohio band called Reserved, opening for scene royalty like The Used, My Chemical Romance, Senses Fail, and Gatsby’s American Dream. They had fans. Mostly in their hometown. Fast-forward a couple decades and Swemo is now a suburban dad with a knack for nostalgia and a surprisingly deep knowledge of Taylor Swift lore. Somewhere along the line, the Swifties adopted him, crowned him “The Swemo Guy,” and made him the unofficial spokesperson for the bizarrely perfect marriage of two very different kinds of heartbreak anthems.

Episodes

Never A Phase 21: Warped Tour Recap /w Mayday Parade, TWLOHA, & Savings
28:12
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Never A Phase 21: Warped Tour Recap /w Mayday Parade, TWLOHA, & Savings

Kanan is back with more from Vans Warped Tour Long Beach 2026. . In this episode of Never A Phase Network, we're bringing together interviews with Mayday Parade, To Write Love On Her Arms, and Savings for a look at music, mental health, creativity, community, and the people who keep the scene mov...

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Never A Phase 20: subtitles.
EP 20
58:51

Never A Phase 20: subtitles.

In this episode, Jake from the band subtitles. shares their journey of creating music across continents, navigating the challenges of collaboration, and the personal stories behind their songs. They discuss the impact of music on mental health, the DIY approach to touring, and the importance of a...

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Never A Phase 19: Warped Tour Long Beach /w Meet Me @ The Altar, Stand Atlantic, & rosecoloredworld
EP 19
30:57

Never A Phase 19: Warped Tour Long Beach /w Meet Me @ The Altar, Stand Atlantic, & rosecoloredworld

We are on the ground again for the Vans Warped Tour in Long Beach! Our West Coast Correspondent Kanan got to talk to Meet Me @ The Altar, Stand Atlantic, and rosecoloredworld! There's plenty more great interviews from Warped Tour to come! Special thanks to Kanan and Videographer Mike Lin. Each in...

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Never A Phase 18: Rachael Ellering
EP 18
1:11:42

Never A Phase 18: Rachael Ellering

In this episode, Rachael Ellering shares her journey from Minnesota to the wrestling world, her love for music, especially pop punk, and how it influences her persona and career. We explore the crossover between entertainment industries, the importance of music in wrestling, and her personal obse...

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Never A Phase 17: Scarlet Street
EP 17
59:57

Never A Phase 17: Scarlet Street

On today's episode of Never A Phase we talk to Ben from Scarlet Street. He shares insights into the band's origins, the influence of Ohio's music scene, and the impact of social media on music creation and promotion. They explore themes of authenticity, regional culture, and the challenges faced...

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Never A Phase 16: Saturdays at Your Place, Teen Mortgage, Millington, Fluorescents, & the Official Warped Tour Tribute Band
EP 16
41:02

Never A Phase 16: Saturdays at Your Place, Teen Mortgage, Millington, Fluorescents, & the Official Warped Tour Tribute Band

The Never A Phase crew is with one more set of interviews from Washington D.C. This week, Cam, Becca, and Phil recap their adventures on-site at Vans Warped Tour, including interviews with some of the scene's most exciting artists. On this episode you'll hear conversations with: Saturdays at Your...

Jul 9, 2026•41:02