Consequence Podcast Network
AJR on the Vulnerability of 8th Grade, Will Smith’s “Bang” Freestyle, and Working with Rivers Cuomo
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS AJR sit down with Kyle Meredith to tell us about OK Orchestra, their new album that finds the brothers looking back to their formative years in 8th grade and drawing the parallels to the present day obstacles. Jack and Ryan Met then take us through the political moments of the LP and performing in an era where it’s less taboo for an artist to take a stance and speak out. They also share insights on their penchant for writing songs that sound like samples from the ’30s and ’40s. Elsewhere during the talk, they discuss working with Rivers Cuomo and the comparisons of this record and Weezer’s OK Human, as well as what it was like to wake up to see Will...
Mt. Joy Answer Google’s Questions on The What Podcast
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google | Radio Public | RSS Festival season is upon us and Brad and Barry talk to Matt Quinn from Mt. Joy, one of those bands that can play at just about any festival. Plus, it’s confession time for two “veteran” media guys as Brad forgets to turn on his microphone. Related Video Despite the technical hiccup, the interview with Quinn covers a range of topics. They discuss returning to live music and the band’s writing process before playing a game of “Beat the Google Box,” where Quinn answers the search engine’s auto-fill questions when searching “Mt. Joy.” The What Podcast originally launched in 2018 as a way for two Bonnaroo veterans to talk about the thing they love in life the most: Bonnaroo. Over ...
Margaret Cho on Netflix’s Good on Paper and the Riot Grrrl Lineage of Soccer Mommy, Beach Bunny
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS Margaret Cho catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about her latest Netflix movie, Good on Paper. The comedian/actor/musician gets into movies that reflect the film and TV industries, as well as the music world, and the differences between them all. She then takes us through some of the more cringe moments in Good on Paper and her own dating horror stories from the early chatroom days of Y2K. Cho also discusses some of her current favorite songwriters, such as Soccer Mommy, Beach Bunny, and Phoebe Bridgers, and lets us know she has a new piano/synth record on the way. Related Video Stream the episode above, or watch the video interview below. Don’t ...
Stanning BTS: Q&A with Hosts Kayla and Bethany
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Radio Public | RSS Who are the hosts of Stanning BTS? How did they become friends, gain interest in BTS, and what’s their favorite BTS content? The answers to these questions and more can be heard on this week’s listener requested Q&A episode! Related Video Get to know hosts Kayla and Bethany as they discuss all their favorite things about being members of the iconic ARMY. From favorite vocalists to memories about discovering the band to — hard as it is to decide — their favorite BTS songs, the Stanning BTS fangirls discuss it all. Learn how they met, why they started the podcast, and so much more in this special listener Q&A episode. Stanning BTS is a biweekly podcast that covers anything and everything ...
Jaws is a Nuanced Study of Trauma and Humanity
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | RSS Psychoanalysis is a weekly series from the Consequence Podcast Network that takes an in-depth look at various mental health topics through the lens of horror films. This week, Jenn, Mike, and Lara are embarking on a new theme and examining phobias in Steven Spielberg’s horror blockbuster masterpiece, Jaws. Related Video The gang gushes over this perfect film and the way it masterfully depicts differing responses to trauma. The conversation ranges from nuanced examples of masculinity, government responsibility, and exposure therapy. So grab your barrels and meet us at the Orca because this is no boat accident. Stream the episode above and subscribe to the series now. Also be...
The What Podcast on the Odds and Ends of 2021 Music Festivals
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google | Radio Public | RSS The specter of Bonnaroo is large and real — finally! On this episode of The What Podcast, Brad and Barry are starting to focus in on the live music festival season, which will be more exciting and intense than ever before. They review a number of 2021 music festival lineups and talk to the winner of their Bonnaroo ticket giveaway. Also, Barry and Lord Taco make a trip to a Mini Roo with some serious Roo fans like Daniel and Sharla from the Roo Bus and Kevin and Mitchell from Reddaroo. Together, they reminisce about the Roo experience and look forward to another year on the Farm. Listen above, or watch a full video of all the discussions below. Related Video The What Podcast&...
Rise Against on Songs That “Take You to Dark Places, But They’ll Never Leave You There”
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS Rise Against’s Tim McIlrath sits down with Kyle Meredith to discuss Nowhere Generation, the Chicago punk band’s ninth album. The frontman talks about who the Nowhere Generation is and who these songs are directed at, how what the American Dream means and stands for has changed, and what the older generations have done to the Earth and society. Related Video McIlrath also takes us back to Rise Against’s mainstream breakthrough, Swing Life Away, and how it gave the band permission to write softer songs, like this LP’s “Forfeit”. He also touches on their eventual plans for Ghost Note Symphonies Vol. 2, and the hope that ultimately grows from their song...
Goo Goo Dolls on Soundtracks, B-Sides, and Going Back to an Early Sound for New Album
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS Goo Goo Dolls’ Johnny Rzeznik catches up with Kyle Meredith to detail the band’s new Rarities compilation and their next full-length album. Related Video The two dive into the lost art of the B-side and the idea of their biggest hit, “Iris”, starting as a contribution to the City of Angels soundtrack. Rzeznik also remembers their long string of soundtrack cuts, from Freddie’s Dead, Ace Ventura (where they cover INXS’s “Don’t Change”), and Batman & Robin, to more recent releases for Transformers and Finding Neverland. The “Name” singer also discusses the Goo Goo Dolls’ changing sound, going from punk in the early days to mainstream success w...
The What Podcast’s Bonnaroo First-Timers Checklist
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google | Radio Public | RSS The What Podcast takes a deep dive into music festivals every week and this time around Brad, Barry and Lord Taco offer their Bonnaroo checklist for first-timers. They’ll let you in on what to bring, what not to bring, and how to make sure your festival experience is a positive one. Related Video The What Podcast originally launched in 2018 as a way for two Bonnaroo veterans to talk about the thing they love in life the most: Bonnaroo. Over time, the podcast has evolved to cover the rest of the North American festival landscape and touring industry as a whole. In between dissecting lineups and discussing the latest headlines, you’ll also hear interviews with artist...
Modest Mouse’s Isaac Brock on The Golden Casket, Aliens, and the Unseen Universe
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | Radio Public | RSS Modest Mouse’s Isaac Brock speaks with Kyle Meredith about The Golden Casket, the band’s first album since 2015. The frontman also tells us about the sound experiments he has been working on over the past few years, having kids, and the album he had talked about releasing after Strangers to Ourselves (which he still has, and likes). Brock goes on to discuss his penchant for writing about the universe, the unseen parts of our environment that includes sound waves, and aliens. In fact, there is quite a bit of talk of UFOs, 3rd Eye Spies, and the Phoenix Lights, both in relation to his own experiences and how they work themselves into the record. Relat...
Stanning BTS: Muster SOWOOZOO
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Radio Public | RSS As the celebrations of BTS’ 8th anniversary came to an end, BTS concluded the festive time with their two-day Muster Sowoozoo worldwide online concert. In this episode, Kayla and Bethany share their remaining thoughts on FESTA and their experiences virtually attending Muster Sowoozoo! Stanning BTS is a biweekly podcast that covers anything and everything having to do with BTS and ARMY. In each episode, Kayla and Bethany mix the perfect blend of research and fangirl. They take a deep dive into lyrics during album reviews, theorize over music videos, and sometimes even retell a favorite fan-fic. Really, no BTS topic is off limits. Join the iconic ARMY to fan-out, laugh, and learn a little bit along th...
Come to Daddy Is a Deceptively Poignant Story of Regret and Loss
Listen via Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | RSS Psychoanalysis is a weekly series on the Consequence Podcast Network that takes an in-depth look at a mental health topic through the lens of horror. Today, they’re hopping into the trunk and traveling to a house that looks like a spaceship. So throw your gold phone in the ocean and join them as they conclude their Father’s Day series on Bad Dads with the 2019 indie film Come to Daddy. They’ll discuss ways to be an effective parent, the emotional consequences of abandonment, the connection between violence and masculinity, and cathartic expressions of grief. The episode takes an emotional turn as all three hosts share memories of their own fathers, but lighter moments include rea...
