Back On The Grind

Answering questions submitted by fans & other musicians, Myles Bullen explores their latest album with Pepe Bandit. Myles reveals an unknown history to Pepe that has secretly connected them both for over 15 years. Themes of connection, community & cathartic music are also brought up. Myles discusses the evolution of their music, particularly the transition from hip-hop to a more folk punk sound. They share insights on the creative process behind their latest album, the importance of vulnerability in performance, and the personal significance of the album's themes. The discussion also touches on the challenges of solitude, the joy of artistic collaboration, and the deep connections formed through music. Questions & comments from the entire Friends In Real Life lineup, Folk Punk Dad, Eric King & more!Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:A word from Eric KingMaking music to connect deeply with those who have experienced hardshipWhy Eric King intimidated MylesWhy Myles intimidated PepeThe connection the audience feels at a live show w/ MylesReflections on the album artwork & its personal meaningThe album creates a feeling of communal sharing and celebrationHow performing in folk punk spaces has been life-changing & career-saving for MylesThe minimalist approach in the album challenges Myles to be more vulnerableThe names of the fish on the album cover are a tribute to friends lostOrder a copy of Liminal Spaces by Myles BullenBack On The Grind Records - Get DIY, Folk Punk Music & merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two of the 4 movies series, Spoken Nerd talks with Pepe Bandit about The Last Circus. A film they both loved so much it got its own episode dedicated to it. This is one of Pepe's all time favorite movies...Tune in to see what the hype is all about!Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:The Last Circus - youtube.com/watch?v=fDhw367f9oI Balada Triste De Trompeta - RAPHAEL youtube.com/watch?v=DWnmzagelp8 Check out our previous picks from episode #46:Beast Of The Southern Wild - youtube.com/watch?v=pvqZzSMIZa0Accion Mutante - youtube.com/watch?v=jMZA9a_jx3QThe Substance - youtube.com/watch?v=LNlrGhBpYjcConnect with Spoken Nerdinstagram.com/spokennerd/open.spotify.com/artist/2CwUmIybp6G0dqkZvlfB2D?si=pUv_fB6NStCabpsc0HDdSQBack On The Grind Records - DIY Folk Punk & Music merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet coffee roasted by Pepe Bandit:STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERSStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I try to live my life in a fearless way"Christoph Jesus of Crazy & The Brains, shares his journey as an artist, recalling experiences performing with various bands, the differences between opening & headlining shows, & the challenges of facing criticism. He emphasizes the importance of artistic freedom & the essence of punk rock, which he believes is rooted in intention & energy rather than strict musical boundaries. Christoph & Pepe explore the profound impact of family relationships, loss, & grief on creativity. The conversation also delves into cultural influences, particularly in film & music, through authentic storytelling as art. We close out the conversation playing the song "Punk Rocker" by Crazy & The Brains.Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Christoph values learning from every performanceOpening for respected bands is a significant opportunity for growthCriticism can be a challenge, but it can also motivate youBeing contacted by Iggy PopPunk rock is about intention & breaking boundariesArtistic expression should be fearless & authenticThe value of having positive family relationsLoss can significantly influence artistic expression & creativityExploring grief furtherAuthentic storytelling in art is often overshadowed by commercial interestsCultural consumption should be approached with a critical eye for authenticityWe play "Punk Rocker" by Crazy & The BrainsConnect with Crazy And The BrainsSpotify open.spotify.com/artist/4qNUloovyPeo5wXRKRYFVD?si=Ahv-rcIAQiGJ7zdgjCymbw instagram.com/crazyandthebrains/crazyandthebrains.net/Back On The Grind Records - DIY, Folk Punk & Music merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet coffee roasted by Pepe Bandit:STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERSStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spoken Nerd & Pepe Bandit each pick two movies for the other to watch & then discuss with you. This episode explores 3 of those films, Beast Of The Southern Wild, Accion Mutante, & The Substance. Check out the movie previews (linked below.)Then in part 2 of this series, they dedicate the entire episode to The Last Circus (you might want to watch it before the airs on April 15th.) We close out the episode playing a track by Spoken Nerd!Enjoy!Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Beast Of The Southern Wild - youtube.com/watch?v=pvqZzSMIZa0Accion Mutante - youtube.com/watch?v=jMZA9a_jx3QThe Substance - youtube.com/watch?v=LNlrGhBpYjcWe play Secret Door To The mall by Spoken Nerd feat. Negro JusticeThe Last Circus - youtube.com/watch?v=fDhw367f9oI (discussed in upcoming episode #48)Connect with Spoken Nerdinstagram.com/spokennerd/open.spotify.com/artist/2CwUmIybp6G0dqkZvlfB2D?si=pUv_fB6NStCabpsc0HDdSQghettoblastermagazine.com/category/film/Back On The Grind Records - DIY, Folk Punk & Music merch:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/musicGet coffee roasted by Pepe Bandit:STAY FREE COFFEE ROASTERSStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Rob & Noah from TheTaxpayers discuss their journey back to music after nearly a decade without a new album. They explore the themes of their upcoming release 'Circle Breaker', including trauma, loss, & the hope that follows. The band reflects on the resurgence of interest in their music, particularly through platforms like TikTok, & compares their past, more DIY shows to their recent performances, noting the differences in venue dynamics & audience engagement. Along with Pepe, they delve into topics like hot sauce, the bonds formed during challenging times & personal stories about forgiveness & redemption, emphasizing that no one is beyond hope. The discussion also touches on touring in Australia & the unique experiences there. The conversation wraps up delving into the nature of reality & the intriguing concept of Bigfoot & UFOs, suggesting a deeper spiritual connection to such phenomena.Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:The theme of circles on their upcoming album Circle BreakerUnexpected TicToc fameShows then & nowThoughts on sound checksNoah & Rob give Pepe suggestions of what his potential venue should offerAlcohol Vs. no alcohol in venuesThe importance of inclusive, all ages spaces for musicMaking hot sauce at home & in prisonTime in TasmaniaRadical forgiveness & redemptionLosing friends to suicideRob discusses the duality of people who can be both generous & troubledThe impact of simple gestures can save lives, as shared by PepeThe discussion on Bigfoot & UFOs leads to deeper questions about reality & perceptionConnect with The Taxpayersinstagram.com/the_taxpayers/thetaxpayersband.comGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, former political prisoner Eric King shares his experience of incarceration & the profound impact of relationships during his time in prison. He discusses the journey that led him to federal prison, the challenges of maintaining connections with loved ones, & the unique bond he formed with his wife, Rochelle. He highlights the importance of emotional support & understanding in navigating the complexities of love behind bars. Eric emphasizes the need for vulnerability & the significance of being valued as a person, despite the dehumanizing nature of the prison system. The conversation also touches on the societal perceptions of relationships with incarcerated individuals. Eric discusses the fleeting moments of joy that allowed him to escape the harsh realities of incarceration & the transformative power of love that helped him navigate his difficult journey. He reflects on the emotional complexities of his release day, the struggles of adjusting to life outside prison, & the importance of community support. Eric emphasizes the significance of finding joy & maintaining a smile as acts of resistance against the trauma of his past, while also highlighting the impact of art & connection in the healing process...particularly through seeing Myles Bullen perform live.Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:What led Eric into prisonPrison relationships often face skepticism from the outside worldEmotional vulnerability is essential for maintaining connectionsVisits from loved ones can be emotionally taxing & scrutinizedWomen often bear the emotional burden of supporting incarcerated partnersExploring how love can transform one's experience in prisonThe complexities and challenges of getting married in prisonMoments of joy can provide relief from the harsh realities of incarcerationThe emotional turmoil leading up to release day.Navigating the challenges of the halfway house experienceFinding joy & resistance in the aftermath of incarcerationThe power of a smile as an act of defiance against traumaThoughts on Myles Bullen & the importance of community & art in the healing processFollow Eric King on Instagraminstagram.com/supportericking/Get Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the final installment of our Johnny Hobo Q&A, Brook Pridemore joins Pepe to offer some more perspectives on the questions listeners sent in. They also discuss some of the general happenings of the folk punk scene from the mid to late 2000's. Enjoy! (There will be some additional Pat The Bunny questions answered by Pepe on our Patreon feed)Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Brook's first show with Johnny Hobo/Pat The BunnyWhat was the average Johnny hobo show like at the time? Was it a solid consistent line up or mostly pat showing up with a guitar?What was the farthest pat toured during that period? Some differences between the Pan-It-X crew & the DIY Bandits crewThe role of "place" & how it influences music & scenesHow much did the Johnny Hobo songs actually reflect Pat's real life at the time & how much was just him singing in character?Were things like hitchhiking & riding freight trains stuff Pat actually did? Thoughts on the tinder Box in Brattleboro VT.Brook taking people to Harmony Parking LotHow do you all feel about being so popular with train hoppers & homeless kids, particularly those who take inspiration from Pat's early nihilistic, self-destructive lyrics to be nihilistic and self-destructive themselves?Does an artist have a responsibility to their listeners. Eg glorifying drugs, suicide, violence, crime etc or is the first responsibility to the art itself?How do you feel about fans putting people like Pat & Benjamin Tod on pedestals? Seemingly holding them solely responsible for their recoveries?"These days folk-punk is suffering because the artists aren't". It seems like the music was better when the people involved were "worse". Can you speak to that idea?Can I become rich & pay off my student loans with my old CDs. Asking for a friend :) + What's that most yall have seen these albums go for?Did he ever give a reason for the disbanding of Johnny Hobo? If so what was it? Get Coffee for the Bandit in you, roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comListen to Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains musicopen.spotify.com/artist/7Mv8pqnyBgJGpNTRwbi7kl?si=my2hVoEARMiILPtdwUQyjgListen to part 1 of this seriesSpotify open.spotify.com/episode/0eLXoYgmbVI3XiBCZcRrvo?si=aac159d382414ccbApple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000680412865Listen to part 2 of this seriesSpotify open.spotify.com/episode/5IzB3AHtsMhsGp75bacHxY?si=b8e3cc3f85ec4f24Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000684064945Follow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wondering what the upcoming Friends In Real Life album will be like? Well, here's a sneak peek...The day after Pat (fka Pat The Bunny) announced he will be releasing music for the first time in 10 years, Pepe decided to chat with friends April Hartman of Apes Of The State & Julio "Ceschi" Ramos of Codefendants about the new album. Expect to hear what Pat's return means to them & the scene overall, April's top 3 picks from the album, Ceschi's break down about how the song (& upcoming video) "Surf Rock Anthem" came to be & much more. This one got emotional...REMEMBER THERE IS STILL HOPE LEFT IN THIS WORLDA longer version of this interview is available through our PatreonSupport the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindGet Coffee for the Bandit in you, roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramListen to Friends In Real lifeopen.spotify.com/artist/6k9PWB6N0siXTYtRn6hV6s?si=KTNJHKAOTHSmnPDx49KqRwListen to Ceschi & CodefendantsCodefendants - open.spotify.com/artist/6HBfXt98QpP7QVDPLHjHTe?si=d4BAH4nYQSm0oyALZotM9wCeschi - open.spotify.com/artist/78t5ObID5m0cLVrpZernKV?si=2l6QbrF5SOaTPpC6KBV5qAListen to Apes Of the Stateopen.spotify.com/artist/4HemfSCDgnPiHQh8Z6iyd6?si=6oweZzS4SWi6OAcfljFk9gSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

***Please take the poll in the Spotify show notes & tell us what Johnny Hobo music we should repress on vinyl***Pepe answers questions you all sent in, largely about Pat The Bunny during the Johnny Hobo days while also reflecting on his own journey through the folk punk scene. He shares personal stories of struggle, inspiration, & the DIY ethos that defined the era. Pepe emphasizes the importance of following one's dreams, even in the face of adversity, & the organic development of the folk punk scene without the constraints of commercial expectations. He discusses lost & unreleased music & the potential for future represses. He touches on the importance of community and personal growth, while also addressing the disbanding of Johnny Hobo and the choices that led to it & much more. Enjoy!Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTSReading from an old letter Pat wroteWhat Pat said about remembering the early daysWas Love Songs For The Apocalypse really recorded on a phone?Did you have a contract when you released music by Johnny Hobo & the Freight Trains?A question from John Warmb of the band Rent StrikeWhat's the most you've seen this music sell for?Represses ever?Why & how the hell did Pat go to Australia?Any interesting stories with Pat & the authorities?How do you feel reflecting on yourselves back then compared to now?What is the lasting impact Pat's music had on your life personally?Did Pat give a reason for disbanding Johnny Hobo & The Freight TrainsDo you relate to the person you were back then?Pepe's children recall being young kids & experiencing the early Johnny Hobo/folk punk daysGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comListen to Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trainsopen.spotify.com/artist/7Mv8pqnyBgJGpNTRwbi7kl?si=my2hVoEARMiILPtdwUQyjgFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Pless & Pepe explore many engaging topics. Expect to hear about music & creativity from the time of early humans to the age of social media. Matt shares his extensive journey through the music scene & his time hanging out with Pat The bunny. The discussion also touches on the challenges of navigating between different musical worlds & environments & the impact it has. Matt & Pepe delve into personal experiences of betrayal & rebuilding trust, particularly in the context of addiction. The conversation concludes with insights into Matt's upcoming projects & we play a track of his.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Hitting the road coast to coastWhat helped Matt spread his music around the countryFolk punk french toast tipsWhy small towns can have the best showsChildhood interest in The MonkeesHow Matt was perceived as a kid in schoolWhat it's like to live between worlds in prison & musicThe songwriting process for Matt involves a mix of chaos & orderCreativity in prisonDoes an artist have a responsibility to the listener first or the art first?Audience capture, social media & monetized artBirds & their connection to the origins of musicMusic was more impactful & felt differently for pre-civilized peoplesPepe connects Dante's Inferno, Pat The Bunny & betrayalMatt's views on addiction & betrayal with his brotherTrimming weedUpcoming projects"Comin' through the Rye" playedGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this informative episode, Pepe takes us on a journey to revisit the early days of folk punk with a focus on Pat the Bunny (Johnny Hobo) & the DIY Bandits label that released much of his music. He enlists the support of longtime friends Dani Chaoflux & Mark Leonard who also spent time with Pat during those days. Together they explore a fascinating origin story that sparked a local community that eventually helped ignite a country wide scene. This is part 1...stay tuned for parts 2 & 3!Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:"What were you thinking?" during the early Bandit daysCreating the Love Songs For The Apocalypse layoutWhat was a typical day like at Bandits HQ back then?What happened to the DIY Bandits website?Who were the DIY Bandits?Remembering the first Johnny Hobo showsEscaping security storyFavorite memory about Pat The BunnyDid the Johnny Hobo music actually reflect who Pat was?What was the scene like?Would you do it all again if you knew how it ended up going?We didn't use the term "folk punk" in the early daysFolk punk bands then & nowTouring with Johnny Hobo & the Freight TrainsWhat was the folk punk scene like in CT. in the early-mid 2000's?What was the difference between the early shows and current day shows?We like ska!Reflecting on Pat The Bunny during the Johnny Hobo eraSome Thoughts on the podcastGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays COFFEE BREAK features The Homeless Gospel Choir discussing the song writing process & touring.Listen to the full interview here:Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/6a0xC8MZqfVjEzwAnOAtGN?si=c0dad602914d42b8Apple podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/homeless-gospel-choir-a-hopeful-conversation-around/id1681556943?i=1000618989421Support the podcast & get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindGet Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by Pepe himselfStayFreeCoffee.comFollow the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part two of a shadow work series. To hear part one, listen to episode 37Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Warmb of the band Rent Strike returns to the show & talks to Pepe about recording their latest album Möbius Strip Mall & why he often makes concept albums. A large portion of the conversation focuses of the power of words & the magic that flows through & out of them. Together, Pepe & John explore some practical of examples of how we cast a spell with the words we speak & how that can affect the very fabric of reality for better or for worse.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Thoughts on concept albumsThe story of the Möbius Strip MallAdvertising is like sorceryLaurel Airica word alchemyWords as spellsA snitch spoke magic words that led Pepe to prisonThe liberating value of using or not using certain wordsLanguage & perceptionDr. Emoto water experimentDoes John have any new beliefs since recording the latest albumCovid, collapse & the time for liberating actsExploring our escape plans through musicSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Back on the Grind, Pepe Bandit discusses the transformative power of the shadow. Drawing from his background in life coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma recovery & more, he aims to help others understand the shadow correctly. He discusses the differences between repression & suppression & how shadow material can accumulate over time & unconsciously influence our behavior & relationships.Pepe delves into the concept of exploring the parts of ourselves that we often deny or refuse to acknowledge. He shares his own journey & personal anecdotes to illustrate how these shadow aspects actually manifest in our thoughts & behaviors, highlighting the duality of human nature—our capacity for both compassion & cruelty. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-awareness & acceptance of all facets of our identity for personal growth & healthier interactions with others. The episode also touches on the relevance of these themes in the context of Halloween, a time traditionally associated with hauntings & the unseen.Support the podcast to get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTSWe all have hauntings that we can never fully escapeYour shadow contains unwanted or “unhelpful” parts of ourselves we denyThe shadow is not inherently evil; it's part of usShadow material often stems from childhood experiencesRepression vs. suppressionHow shadow material can manifest unconsciously in our livesShadow work requires confronting uncomfortable truths about ourselvesEngaging in shadow work is essential for personal and societal growth"Demon Song" by PT Burnem is playedSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays COFFEE BREAK features an exclusive clip from our patreon with P.T. Burnem. He discusses meditation and Pepe shares a story about toilets in prison.Use the code SHIPFREE to Get free shipping on any order from stayfreecoffee.comor follow the link below and it will apply your discount automatically:https://stayfreecoffee.com/discount/SHIPFREESupport the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindListen to the full episode #3, Getting Intuitive with P.T. Burnem:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3zm4GV74nCNqe3PVoI0Ucj?si=3ea42318f9064c26Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-intuitive-with-p-t-burnem-3/id1681556943?i=1000613055220Say hello, send us questions, comments or future topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram*Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We became mermaids at the parade."In this conversation Pepe does his best to get The Looms to open up about some rumors surrounding the band. They share their unique journey, touching on themes of rituals, personal loss, and the collaborative nature of songwriting. The band members reflect on their diverse backgrounds, from metal influences, philosophical studies & working in the medical field. The discussion culminates in a deep dive into the meaning behind their song 'Mourning Star'. The band members share their experiences with live performances, stepping out of their comfort zones, and the impact of digital communication. We close out playing the song 'Mourning Star.'Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Pepe's attempt to get the bottom of rumors about the "Order Of The Loominati"...The Mermaid ParadeRituals and their impact on individualsThe songwriting process is collaborative and involves all membersThe band's history is intertwined with personal growth and friendshipHow 'Morning Star' reflects deep personal loss & the search for directionLive performances can lead to unexpected mistakes and funny storiesStepping out of comfort zonesCommunication in the digital age & anxietyUpcoming projectsWe play the song "Mourning Star"THE LOOMS - listen & connect:Spotify open.spotify.com/artist/7iwcth8DNQNQPpzEMntFQG?si=sEEdBMIlQ3qVCByaR5fGZQBandcamp thelooms.bandcamp.com/musicInstagram instagram.com/theloomsband/Website thelooms.band/homeSend us questions, comments or topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you; roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Pepe Bandit and Jo Rodriguez discuss the impact of music on their lives, particularly folk punk music. They share personal stories of how certain musicians or songs have helped them through difficult times and provided a sense of grounding. They also discuss imposter syndrome and the challenges of feeling like they don't belong in certain spaces or conversations. Jo mentions her experience growing up in a (ex)Mormon family and how it has influenced her music. She plans to write a song about her parents' journey out of the Mormon church as a way to find forgiveness and peace. The conversation covers various themes, including anger towards parents, the impact of trauma, the desire to have a house venue, and the narration of an audiobook.Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindtakeawaysMusic has the power to provide comfort and grounding during difficult timesHappy Happy, Apes Of The State & Rent Strike storiesImposter syndrome is a common experience, even for musicians and podcastersPersonal experiences, such as growing up in a religious community, can shape an artist's music and lyricsReligious traumaWriting songs can be a way to find forgiveness and peaceSharing personal stories and vulnerabilities through music can create connections and resonate with listeners.Having a house venue can be a way to give back to the communityNarrating an audiobook can be a meaningful way to contribute to projects that explore important themes and experiencesExploring personal experiences and emotions through music can be cathartic and healingWe play the song "Practical Advice" by Jo RodriguezConnect with Jo Rodriguez:Instagram - instagram.com/jobanjobanjo/?hl=enFacebook - facebook.com/people/Jo-Rodriguez/100004513473999/?ref=xav_ig_profile_webWebsite - jobanjobanjo.com/Listen to Jo Rodriguez music:Spotify - open.spotify.com/artist/2xADBEPdn61I8UPTHbJ2XwBandcamp - jobanjobanjo.bandcamp.com/Send us questions, comments or future topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeStayFreeCoffee.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"In any corner of the radical left it makes most sense for this conversation to be happening, in my opinion, it's in the folk punk world."Community organizer and musician shugE joins Pepe to discuss the tactics of cancel culture & rethink if they align with folk punk & radical politics in general. Is cancel culture the best way to create a better world? Does it reproduce harmful aspects of the carceral/prison system? Plenty of folks have expressed concerns & fears about discussing these topics freely . As a result the conversation very often happens privately, outside the public discourse but, shugE & Pepe choose to have it openly through this public platform. The conversation is at times difficult & uncomfortable but remains honest with a desire for a better world full of more compassion & care for every one of us living in it. We close out playing the song "With Me" by shugE.HIGHLIGHTS:Organizing with the IWWGetting canceled & getting exoneratedSeeking out commonalities rather than our differencesDoes cancel culture even exist?Famous people & cancel cultureDefining cancel culturePepe realizes the similarities between cancel culture & his own incarceration experienceHypocrisy of supporting prison abolition & cancel culture/putting people in social prisonsWorking with people who experienced sexual abuse/assaultWorking with people who have problematic/harmful behaviorsRestorative justiceWhy cancel culture is attractiveGetting to a place of healingDaryl Davis & the KKK storySelf-censorshipThe recovery movement & its role in questioning cancel cultureFolkpunk has a history of embracing the "rejects" of societyThe "commons" as a place for open discussionWe play the song "With Me" by shugEConnect with shugE:instagram.com/shugemusic/shugemusic.comListe to shugE music:open.spotify.com/artist/6K0YGX255v474682p6eZnfSupport the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us questions, comments or future topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Crunch comes on to share his story of opening a successful gay bar (The LURE) in the 90's. We also dive into what it was like to discover punk rock & the fact he was gay when he was younger. From there we follow his story to becoming a state trooper at 19, facing harassment/resigning, moving to NYC, getting sober, supporting folk punk and much more. Overall, John is just a regular guy who lived an interesting life & loves folk punk. Enjoy!Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:John's early life & intro to punk rockHaving ADHD in the 80'sComing to acknowledge he was gayGetting hired as a state trooper at a young ageDifficulties & resigning from a homophobic jobThoughts on NYC & Opening a gay bar in the 90'sThe intersection of punk & gay cultureWhy investors of the LURE (gay bar) didn't want their real names to be knownHow mainstream culture viewed the gay community in the 90'sComplications opening & running a gay barPros & Cons (for communities) with the rise of the internet/appsDiscovering & supporting folk punkGetting injured & developing a new understanding of disabilityGetting soberFavorite folk punk bandsSong - "I Love You To Death" by Never Say SurrenderSend us questions, comments or future topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the first Back On The Grind Coffee Break. Our Coffee Breaks will appear occasionally & feature moments from our regular or exclusive patreon episodes. The Coffee Break is a way we can give you a quick glimpse into what happens here at Back On The Grind.This Coffee Break features Ceschi & Pat (formerly Pat The Bunny) discussing musical inspirations.FREE SHIPPING ON COFFEE ROASTED BY PEPE BANDITThe following link should automatically apply the free shipping on any 2 bags of coffee from Bandit Coffee Roasters:https://banditcoffeeroasters.com/discount/BANDITOr you can visit BanditCoffeeRoasters.com & enter the following promo code yourself for free shipping on any 2 bags:BANDIT *(in all caps)Support the podcast on Patreon & get exclusive content & merch:https://www.patreon.com/BackontheGrindConnect with Back On The Grindhttps://www.instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/Listen to more from Ceschi on episode 11 of Back On The Grind:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pGQaUXHR6Felni0LXhZsX?si=0a51b5e02dc146f7Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000626427872RSS - https://shows.acast.com/64262419c18b8b00116c6fb0/64ee61d40ead910011a46d42Thanks for taking this Coffee Break with us :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I used to feel like I was constantly fucking up, constantly doing the wrong thing...and that's where I was living for a number of years; always feeling bad about myself."We bring you closer to Michael Schneeweis as he shares what it was like to release music as Pat The Bunny's younger brother. He then goes on to engage in a deep conversation largely focused on areas that can help you begin to cultivate a spiritual practice. Pepe shares a very personal story that spans from his childhood to his recent incarceration. Expect to learn about the Self & the ego as well. If you are curious about engaging with spirituality or wanting to move further along with a current practice, you will find valuable insight throughout the conversation. We close by exploring Michael's several visits to Cambodia. Overall, this is an impactful episode that is both a powerful & practical. We close by playing a song Michael wrote about his brother Pat (the Bunny).Support the podcast/get bonus episodes + goodspatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Releasing music when Pat The Bunny is your older brotherWhy Michael was full of guiltThe difference between spirituality & religion4 elements innate to all humans (physical, mental, emotional & spiritual)Michael's recent change in how he views spiritualityThe path of spiritual cultivation is not linearPepe's deeply personal & spiritual story from prisonInterpreting the Buddhist concept of "no self"Breaking down the ego & building a healthy egoThe goal is not to annihilate the egoService is an important part of spiritualityMichael's visits to CambodiaKhmer Children Education OrganizationWe play the song "Dent"SUPPORT KHMER CHILDEREN EDUCATION ORGANIZATION: KCEO Websitekhmerchildren.org/Laptop Drive for KCEOdocs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiVGF8Gu9WeymNlKdEgYycWYZr8VXe6RaovBWwblMye-lXZQ/viewformCONNECT WITH MICHAEL SCHNEEWEIS:Spotifyopen.spotify.com/artist/1Mlogkt2ZcQqtMoaSd7AXU?si=QgwidgTrS6-61Pk5UkY4WgBandcampmichaelschneeweis.bandcamp.com/Websitemichaelschneeweis.com/Send us questions, comments or future topic suggestions toPodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comLeave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all)Follow/engage with the podcast on Instagraminstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com***Word of mouth really matters to us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong: Share your favorite episode with a friend who you think will also enjoy it.Leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this :)Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Responding to your questions & comments, Pepe is joined by his wife Lee Bandit as they share thoughts on the things listeners have been saying & asking. It's a wide ranging episode that will leave you even more connected to your host & his wife as they offer some honest, fun & serious answers to what listeners have been wanting to know.Do you have a question of your own? You can send them to us at Podcast@backonthegrindrecords.com or on Instagram instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/ We guarantee results!!!***If you or someone you care about needs support, SAMHSA's National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:I'm in my 20's, any advice? Q&AThoughts on controlling your emotionsReflections on heartbreak3 ways people respond to difficulties in lifeI have no idea what my passion is, what should I do? Q&AOpportunities vs. PassionWhat did you learn from your time in prison? Q&AThe value of being less agreeablePepe's wife doesn't need him & why that's a good thingThe meaning behind the name of the podcastPepe changed his mind about hustle cultureWhat folk punk bands do you think deserve more listeners? Q&AI'm struggling in my relationship of 5 years...Any advice would be appreciated. Q&AWhat do you do on the weekends? Q&AFolk Punk Recommendations:Jo Rodriguez - Practical AdviceSpotify open.spotify.com/track/03EPh8gaTO9xd5YERKXZ7m?si=a95fdebe665a4a19Bandcamp flowerpotrecords.bandcamp.com/track/practical-adviceThe Looms - Mourning StarSpotify open.spotify.com/track/4XVC9QLLZ6GS7xD71LIkpk?si=ca0be3d4ce004eadBandcamp thelooms.bandcamp.com/track/mourning-starTrash Boat And The Ambush - BenedictionSpotify open.spotify.com/track/0Jf9nigV5SF61l2mVf7kQ6?si=a4ab63de7116443eBandcamp trashboatandtheambush.bandcamp.com/track/benediction-2Swamp Rats - Butcher Knife:Spotify open.spotify.com/track/02evVEFF5xfItNKiiPSCF1?si=b17d43e065a44891Bandcamp swampratsmusic.bandcamp.com/track/butcher-knifeRosa - Scan To Print:Spotify open.spotify.com/track/0EuNgurxlcPpjqOBlhtPL2?si=93250d909e3c4203YouTube youtube.com/watch?v=wDInDJby8tcSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I'm not responsible for my disease but I am responsible for my sobriety"Paulie Think, a punk rock B-boy speaks very openly with Pepe about his struggles with addiction, the behaviors it's caused & his path towards a healthier place in life. Talk of confronting the demons of substance abuse disorder to finding a more spiritual meaning & supporting others along the way. Pepe shares what it has been like the various times he has tried to be a support to someone who is caught up in active addiction. Then they discuss what led Paulie to the B-boy & punk rock subcultures in the 80's & certain aspects of the folkpunk community more recently. We close out playing the track "Suicide" by Paulie Think.Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindHIGHLIGHTS:Meeting Pat The Bunny in a basementStigma & shame ingrained in the culture kills peopleStealing from Pepe/the BanditsThe conversation had when Paulie was using while living with PepeEnabling behavior is coming from a good spotPolice interactions in the 90's vs nowAdvice if your trying to support someone struggling with addictionIt's not a shortcoming on you if you can't make someone get soberDoing spiritual work in response to addictionWhat led Paulie to the B-boy & punk rock culturesDiversity in punk rockStaying open minded/challenging our own beliefsSong "Suicide" by Paulie ThinkConnect With Paulie Thinkinstagram.com/pauliethink/?hl=enSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pepe Bandit & Folk Punk Dad respond to a listener question about building community in a small town. Then they reflect on what it's been like to be podcasting for over a year & they discuss some changes you can expect with the podcast. We close out by playing the song "Ghost Of Apartment B12" by Tall Travis because it wasn't ready when we originally released their episode a few months back.HIGHLIGHTS:Folk Punk Dad recalls growing up in a small townOpen mics & other tools to help start building community around musicDon't limit yourself to folk punk when building communityThe small town community built around the DIY Bandits was not folk punk at allTrust is required whenever building communityUncomfortable situations within the DIY Bandits communityThe risk associated with building a community open to all kinds of peopleBeing welcoming of everyone to help change minds while also setting boundaries to keep some people outUnacceptable behaviors of others & extreme intolerance of our own are both problematicHow books helped Pepe build community in prisonSeeking an inner circle vs. seeking communityWhat the podcast will look like as Folk Punk Dad moves away to a new communityThoughts on doing a weekly podcastSupport the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Wilson of Harley Poe talks with Pepe about a wide range of topics like the Grateful Dead, joining Harley Poe & pissing for authority figures. There's plenty of talk about not wanting to work for someone else & the DIY spirit that makes this possible. Expect to hear about the hurdles & challenges (often mental) that Mike & Pepe both faced on their journeys of trying not to have a boss. At the end of the show we play the previously unreleased track "The Night My Cat Went To The Moon" by Mike Wilson. Enjoy!HIGHLIGHTS:Why Mike is in a Grateful Dead cover bandWhat motivated Mike to open a record shopJoining Harley PoeWhy Harley Poe doesn't tour muchBandit Coffee Roasters cease & desist storyPepe vs The MinimalistNot going back to working for someone elseMike's biggest hurdle to starting his own business was a mental hurdleHow the DIY ethos helped Mike & Pepe to start working for themselvesThoughts on Cognitive Behavioral TherapyThe shift that seems to happen as you enter the second half of lifeWhy Pepe got so involved in the punk sceneShowing a stranger your butthole & pissing for authority figuresMike's Coke Zero addiction"The Night My Cat Went To The Moon" previously unreleased songConnect with & Listen to the music of Mike Wilson:instagram.com/recordstoreguymike/open.spotify.com/artist/0pULVNhcCRT9158jRhNaFrmikewilson.bandcamp.com/Support the podcast (& get exclusives!)patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/BackOnTheGrindPod/shows.acast.com/back-on-the-grindPodcast@backonthegrindrecords.com - feel free to email us if you have any questions or comments about this episode or others-we promise results!Check out Pepe's coffee project:BanditCoffeeRoasters.comIF You like what you heard...word of mouth really matters. Please help us keep this podcast going; here's 2 things you can do:Share this podcast with 2 friends who you think will find value in it.Please rate or review our show. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pepe talks with Ping Lieu who spent 13 years in prison for discussing a potential crime he never actually carried out. This is an older but unreleased episode Pepe recorded while he was fighting his own case and preparing to enter himself.What led Ping to serve 13 years in prisonWhat it was like for Ping to receive his sentenceThe hardest moment of Ping's life & a moment of reliefCrying & the emotional tension it let looseThe different security levels in prisonThe hardest aspect of being in prisonUseful skills learned in prisonBenefits & challenges of being Asian in prisonWhat Ping would've done differently in prisonStruggles after releaseWhat Ping started doing after releaseAdvice for people potentially facing incarcerationSupport the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Folkpunk Dad sits down with Sister Wife Sex Strike who have been making a name for themselves in the folkpunk community lately. They talk about their recent TikTok fame, their popup Starbucks show, songwriting, anarchism + spirituality & more. Enjoy!Highlights:Getting into folkpunkAccessibility within folkpunkBlowing up on TiktokNot having personal social mediaTikTok people vs. show peopleUnauthorized popup show in StarbucksSongwritingLyrical themesAnarchism & religionAction & contemplationSpirituality in folkpunkThe gay wave of modern folkpunkConnect with Sister Wife Sex Strike:tiktok.com/@sisterwifesexstrikeinstagram.com/sisterwifesexstrike/Listen to Sister Wife Sex Strike:open.spotify.com/artist/2tEMuU8MNYgXwKX6jJ6l2XSupport the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The only thing that saved me was DIY punk."Punk With A Camera (PWAC) & Pepe discuss having no place to fit in or feel welcomed until finding DIY punk, filming, working with bands & difficult times with parents while growing up. There's talk about starting a project or passion, learning from our mistakes, supporting the community & much more.HIGHLIGHTS:First camera/early filmingConnecting film & DIY punkMystery Johnny Hobo mini VHS tapes in Pepe's garageGrowing up with neglectful parentsWhy PWAC has no contact with his mother currentlyFinding punk "parents"/mentorsNot being scared to fuck upHelping people to get where they're goingLabels taking advantage of musiciansThe concept of "give & take"Being uncomfortable talking about moneyReleasing vinyl for bands (& why you can't sometimes)Pythons & platypusConnect with Punk With A Camera:instagram.com/punkwithacamera/punkwithacamera.com/ Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrind Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com Follow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Folk/punk musicians Tall Travis sit down to talk with Folkpunk Dad about a range of topics regarding maintaining a band, creating music and friendship. It's the first time we have an entire band on the podcast all at once. They also discuss their appreciation for superstition, magic, whimsy & mystery.HIGHLIGHTS:Obstacles & benefits of having band members spread throughout different statesThe song writing processThe value of the collective & the individualDIY recording techniques/philosophiesNavigating the bands decision making processDIY music/art & de-professionalismGetting permission to cover Woody Guthrie & Pat The BunnyAdvice if you want to start a bandThe mythology of who Tall Travis isConnect with Tall Travis:instagram.com/talltravisband/talltravis.bandcamp.com/Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How we show up in (or retreat from) the world is greatly influenced by how we wake up in the morning. Pepe Bandit & Folkpunk Dad discuss the value of morning routines & share some things they've done as they developed their own morning routines. They both share how not having a morning routine kept them stuck in unhealthy places.They share what helps them now in the mornings when those difficult times arise.HIGHLIGHTS:The news that made Pepe not want to get out of bedPepe's & Folkpunk Dad's very difficult time without a morning routineThe key to Pepe's success with getting through all that he's facedFolkpunk Dad's essential nightly routineIt's normal for your morning routine to change & shiftMaking a promise to show up for yourselfWhen to drink coffee in the morningFolkpunk Dad's & Pepe's methods to get guidance/feedbackPepe's prison morning routineRecommended places to start if you don't currently have a morning routineBehavioral Activation TherapySupport the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We're very obsessed with soup"Trashboat And The Ambush join Pepe for a fun & lighthearted conversation largely centered around setting up DIY shows. First they start off with stories about punk pits, cats & the internet & then dive into their experiences and advice for organizing shows & the community that gets built around this. Towards the end, some unknown folk punk history is shared, some folk punk lore is discussed & a new track by Trash Boat And The Ambush is played.HIGHLIGHTS:The benefits of starting to set up showsWhat if there's already someone hosting/organizing shows in my town?Security culture in setting up showsPepe reflects on some past shows he set up in the early daysSoup and feeding bandsVoodoo soup storyReaching out to bandsAn unknown bit of history in the folk punk world (regarding Love Songs For The Apocalypse)You're gonna have shitty shows / You gotta stick with itRaccoon vs opossum...what came first in folk punk?New song SS Colombia Eagle playedDownload the new Trash Boat And The Ambush track SS Colombia Eagle backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/album/back-on-the-grind-vol-1Listen to & connect with Trash Boat And The Ambushopen.spotify.com/artist/4k4Xcm2YFkr7jesWipX6KYlinktr.ee/trashboatandtheambushSupport the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episodePodcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcastinstagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you roasted by PepeBanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"You are in a capacity where you don't have eminent domain over nothing in your life, EXCEPT how you respond and that's the only thing you really have."Pepe talks with Tray Johns who was sentenced to over 12 years in a women's Federal prison for about $500 worth of drugs. You will learn about life inside a women's prison and hear the story of Tray's journey to, through and out of prison. Tray talks about the things that helped them feel happy, normal or simply okay in prison, having parties, responding to difficulties that arise & more. This an unreleased interview form an older podcast that Pepe recorded (but never published) while he was fighting his case & heading to prison himself.HIGHTLIGHTS:Tray's difficult & impressive pre-prison lifeBecoming a "jailhouse lawyer" Teaching skills & empowering others while incarceratedSupporting/advocating for someone in prisonBeing recognized as a number not a humanSocial structures/prison families created by women in prisonBirthdays & holidays in prisonAdvice for dealing with guardsDoes it get easier to serve your time as it goes on?Parenting from prisonDifficulties for family and friends of an incarcerated personAdvice for women who might be facing prison timeIf you liked this episode you will enjoy Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places with Mitchell Gray:SPOTIFY open.spotify.com/episode/3Jevl78DTRhgrYf3egoaoT?si=PsdHv01ORmGaLfqS8P8WDwAPPLE PODCAST podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000641680693Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Je-C (Days N Daze / Escape From The Zoo) & his wife Veronica (Escape From The Zoo) come on the show to talk about relationships, relapse & the X-Files. They share some laughs, shed some tears & also discuss Nick Lutsko, their intro to punk music, why they didn't come on the show last year as planned, romanticizing the tortured artist idea & relationships with parents.If you enjoy the parts of this episode where we discuss what happens when an event in your life cracks you open & you then have a choice to make; then we suggest you listen to episode #19 (it's right before this one) titled "Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places with Mitchell Gray." We take an even deeper dive into the topic & it's been a favorite episode for listeners.HIGHLIGHTS:What it was like for Veronica to push for sobriety in the relationshipDoing EDMR in rehabBenefits & challenges sobriety brought to their relationshipThe value of open communication in a relationshipVeronica & Je-C respond to the Johnny Hobo poll we ran in episode 15The text Je-C sent Pepe after he and Veronica relapsedJe-C's emotional retelling of the events leading up to his relapseThe crack that gets created in your life when you experience a lossWhere Veronica's love of the X-Files comes fromConnect with Days N Daze:https://www.facebook.com/daysndaze/instagram.com/daysndazeofficial/Listen to the Mitchell Gray episode we mentioned Finding Happiness In Our Broken Places:SPOTIFY open.spotify.com/episode/3Jevl78DTRhgrYf3egoaoT?si=PsdHv01ORmGaLfqS8P8WDwAPPLE PODCAST podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000641680693Support the podcast & get bonus materialpatreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"If I let myself be available to be happy, most of the time it does happen."Pepe connects with Mitchell "Trash" Gray as they discuss their prison experiences, exploring their broken places & their individual relationships to happiness that developed through the journey. It's an emotional conversation at times that traverses topics from addiction to Buddhism and overall lets you see you have a choice to make when you push up against difficult moments or your own broken places. Listen to the episode to find out the choices Mitchell & Pepe made when they were standing on the edge of these places. We end with the song "Dying Red Sun" by Mitchell's band Our Own Legacy.HIGHLIGHTS:Thoughts on happinessWhat led Mitchell into prisonThe painful moment Mitchell knew things had to changeA different perspective on being a broken personPepe's painful moment when he broke open in prisonA convicted murderer offers a shoulder to cry onMitchell cries at a punk show & Pepe cries at a ska showWhere do you most belong?The one thing Mitchell would want you to take away from this conversationConnect with Mitchell / Our Own Legacy:punkrocklegacy.comSupport the podcast & get bonus material:patreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Folk Punk Dad talks with DIY musician, zine writer and full time traveller, Average Joey. It's a wide ranging conversation with a theme flowing around toxic capitalism & the potential for collective healing. We end the episode with the track "Indifference" by Average Joey!HIGHLIGHTS:Average Joey's new record ImpermanenceAgnostic gospel songsJesus as a radical opposed to the stateGaza & God in the rubbleFinding hope in the midst of catastropheThe human need for spirituality, meaning & connection to mysteryLove as a foundation for organizing, activism, societal healing & transformationThe pervasive toxicity of capitalism & the problem of hyper-individualizationRadical compassionStaying in relationship with those with whom you disagreeHow to have a good DIY showListen to Average Joey:SPOTIFY open.spotify.com/artist/491199WLEVMoiYSzAmQkVl?si=0ZFHrTm2Tdqx2G_6P02U-g&nd=1&dlsi=e3792d54c3d34916BANDCAMP averagejoey.bandcamp.com/album/impermanenceConnect with Average Joey:https://linktr.ee/AveragejoeySupport the podcast & get bonus material:patreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the holidays among us we thought it would be good to talk about loneliness. Loneliness can show up in many ways & some may be unexpected (like Pepe discovered while making this episode). We share our experiences with it and dive into how it manifests and some evolutionary reasons behind our responses to it. We end discussing some things that have helped us make connections and feel less lonely in our lives. We are here twice every month and hopefully we are able to help you feel a little less lonely & more connected.HIGHLIGHTS:Why lonelinessFolk Punk Dad's experiences with lonelinessLoneliness definedThe area in Pepe's life where he feels lonely right now3 main dimensions of lonelinessNo one said the word "lonely" in prisonWhat helped Folk Punk Dad move out of loneliness in school & addictionHow the folk punk community was a missing piece that helped Pepe feel less lonely in prisonHaving a healthy connection to yourself is the foundation to connecting with othersSolitude Vs. Loneliness (you can be alone & not feel lonely)Pepe's practice of expanding emotional vocabulary when he sits alone at the swampImprov can help create trust, play & connectionsSupport the podcast & get bonus material:patreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Folk Punk Dad aka Will talks with songwriter, rapper, spoken word poet & all around great human, Myles Bullen. The conversation revolves heavily around the concept of community - what it is, how to find it, how to become a part of it, how to contribute to it and much more. Loneliness & music is also discussed.HIGHLIGHTS:Community & the internetFake Four as a communityWhy music creates communityImportant elements of communityLonelinessHow Myles came to musicPlay & teaching others to playConnect with Myles Bulleninstagram.com/beatboxpoet/mylesbullen.com/Support the podcast & get bonus material:patreon.com/BackontheGrindSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Get Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please take the poll in the Spotify show notes whether you think Johnny Hobo was good or bad overall....we wanna know what you think.Johnny Hobo & The Freight Trains can be viewed as a single project or part of a larger whole when it comes to the music of Pat The Bunny. Either way it has been loved by some and divisive for others since it was first released and presently. We dive into some of the history associated with Johnny Hobo and try to understand what it all means. After that we discuss some funny, absurd, confusing and difficult stories of life inside prison.HIGHLIGHTS:Pepe's connection to Pat (The Bunny)What is viewed as problematic with Johnny hobo & the Freight TrainsPat's role in folk punk's reputation as a bunch of unhoused, drug addictsCould the pro-drug message actually be a helpful tool?Hesitating to release the first Ramshackle Glory albumCalling Pat the Bunny an assholeIs Folkpunk in a season of getting soberThe value of Pat's music as a wholePrison Haircuts & Pepe's big toeHow Pepe (real name Scott) got his nicknameThe role race plays in prisonWe play Whiskey is my kind of lullaby by Johnny Hobo & the Freight TrainsListen to Johnny Hobo & The Freight TrainsSpotify open.spotify.com/artist/7Mv8pqnyBgJGpNTRwbi7kl?si=k5HCTWl_SIyoYJ5qttey_QApple Music music.apple.com/us/artist/johnny-hobo-and-the-freight-trains/1249530114Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com Support the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrind Follow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It's hard not to love Mothman" The Swamp Rats join us and talk about Mothman, anxiety, always being on tour, the music they perform and more. After the interview we play their song Butcher's Knife. HIGHLIGHTS:Skunk Ape & Moth manOther CryptidsGhost StoriesCryptids as a manifestation of anxietyAnxiety on the road/tour"We can do hard things"Upcoming split releaseDicktits as merch"Butchers Knife" song Listen to & get the Swamp Rats music:swampratsmusic.bandcamp.com/open.spotify.com/artist/49y5H2zQUazyEwPAPIKWyi Connect with The Swamp Rats:instagram.com/swampratsmusic/facebook.com/swampratsmusic Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com Support the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrind Follow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram Coffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.com Word of mouth really matters! If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going: Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this! Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A listener asks how we deal with procrastination & another asks about our interests outside of this podcast/music. We also talk about the feeling of not having enough time in your life & offer a new perspective that has been useful for us. If you have any questions or comments for us please reach out through the email below. We'd love to hear from you!HIGHLIGHTS:Wherever you have self doubt is where you procrastinateProcrastination is not a part of who you are...it's simply a habit you learnedthe procrastination loop explainedProcrastination as an act of compassionBeing a sprinter (not a procrastinator)Tools and hacks for for overcoming procrastination in the momentAnother corny acronym for F.E.A.R.Getting to the root of your procrastinationPepe's Rocksteady playlistListen to Pepe's Rocksteady playlist on Spotify:open.spotify.com/playlist/1og9SP4Leh9a8mbcEqDI0c?si=ef92586b50dd4fc6Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramCoffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.comWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pepe & Folk Punk dad reconnect after not doing an episode together for a few months. Then we hear from various bands that performed at this years Compost Heap festival as they answer questions from Folk Punk Dad & other bands. It's a fun & engaging episode where you get to hear a lot of really awesome people in the DIY/folk punk community share some ideas & stories.Send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramCoffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.comWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I'm continually fighting against living a regular life. That's led me to some really bad decisions at times but, it's also been the best decision of my life."Rapper, folk & punk musician Ceschi (pronounced Chess-Key) talks with Pepe. Their close friendship allows them both to open up on the podcast about some very personal experiences from their lives. Ceschi recounts his relationship with his father & Pepe talks about losing sight of his own family. Also discussed is the last time Ceschi, Pat (formerly "the Bunny") & Pepe saw Erik Petersen, the story behind Ceschi's song "Shame", perspectives on money, survival without a regular job & more.HIGHLIGHTS:Ceschi & Pepe recall the Johnny Hobo show they met atCeschi describes living with his father & seeing his crack addiction play outPepe asks Ceschi if his father has been to hellCeschi's inherited trauma & what he would tell his father if he could go back in timeCeschi talks about living the fast life himself & watching Pepe get caught up in the game tooPepe's story about being tired up & robbed & his misguided responseThe bittersweet feeling in Ceschi's musicThe important role humor plays in Ceschi's lifeConnect with Ceschi:instagram.com/ceschiramos/?hl=entwitter.com/ceschiListen to Ceschi & Codefendants:Codefendants - open.spotify.com/artist/6HBfXt98QpP7QVDPLHjHTeCeschi - open.spotify.com/artist/78t5ObID5m0cLVrpZernKVSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramCoffee for the Bandit in you:BanditCoffeeRoasters.comWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you & that's why we do this!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"After a 6 month long tour...I was drinking an awful lot, I put no light into the world at that time & when I got home I tried to kill myself & failed. That was the thing that struck me sober, that was when the unmanageability of my life was clear to me."Folkpunk Dad talks to Brook Pridemore about the anti-folk to folk punk connection they traveled, the many lost bands of early folkpunk, community & sobrieties effect on their music. Brook also shares some personal stories they have with Pepe, Pat (the Bunny) & Ceschi.HIGHLIGHTSThe music/people that influenced Brook in the early 2000'sDiscovering real (folk) punk for the first timeMusic & sobrietyGrowing up in your musical preferencesThe Mountain GoatsMeeting a smelly Pat (the Bunny)Pepe baked Brook a cake to say I'm sorryConnect with Brook Pridemore:instagram.com/brookpridemore/?hl=enbrookpridemore.bandcamp.com/album/glad-to-be-aliveSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Coffee for the FolkPunk in youBanditCoffeeRoasters.comStay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"When I'm writing music & lyrics, the best thing I can do is just empty my head...that's the best way to make art that is authentic."In this episode Pepe talks with John Warmb of the band Rent Strike. They discuss the hug John & Pepe shared when they first met, time, solitude vs. solitary confinement, the psychological value of alchemy, the problem with hiding things in your shadow/unconscious, the ego's struggle admitting the power of the unconscious exist & much more.HIGHLIGHTS:John & Pepe's hugMaking & breaking breadThoughts on Covid (inside prison & in the "free" world)John asks Pepe about his biggest struggle being in solitary confinementPepe tells John about "ghost drugs"Self inflicted prisons can be far worse than physical, government operated prisonsAlchemy & inner workJohn & Pepe discuss what they think is one of the most important things anyone can do in lifeConnect with Rent Strike:instagram.com/rent__strike/rentstrikenow.com/Read Pepe's response (written from prison) to John's question about "Time"preparingforfreedom.org/2021/05/02/reader-question-have-you-changed-your-relationship-to-time-since-entering-the-system/Read Pepe's "The Gift Of Coffee" blog post John also mentioned in this episodepreparingforfreedom.org/2021/12/15/the-gift-of-coffee/Subscribe to Pepe's Bandit Coffee RoastersBanditCoffeeRoasters.comSay hello, send us feedback about any episode or ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramshows.acast.com/back-on-the-grindWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Folkpunk Dad is away on tour & unable to be in the studio, we're airing an older interview Pepe gave 1 week before he went to prison in 2019. Pepe talks about originally facing 10 to life, the work he did to keep his relationship(s) intact, preparing for release before he was even sentenced, being in relationship while one partner is incarcerated, having a morning routine & working out, & how it's usually not easy to do the work that life asks of you but, it's worth it. This is an inspirational interview that can help you see there is a way through even the toughest of times.HIGHLIGHTS:Pepe's box of shit storyPizza & prison with the kidsPepe's positive response to his apartment burning downThe questions Pepe & his wife asked each other about their relationship before he went to prisonDoing the workWhat Pepe did first thing the morning he was getting sentenced to prisonWatch the interview here:youtube.com/watch?v=br9Y1smB1hQ&t=123sGet coffee roasted by Pepe!BanditCoffeeRoasters.comHelp support this podcast & get some exclusives:patreon.com/BackontheGrindCheck out Pepe's blog from prison:PreparingForFreedom.orgGet in touch to send us feedback around this episode (& others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode or just to say hello:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramshows.acast.com/back-on-the-grindWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will enjoy it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you! Really, this is a huge help in growing the podcast, so please take a moment to do this :)Fuck the Feds andStay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"There's moments where I feel like all the good songs are written...I'm able to look at my friends who are writing amazing songs & are filled with love & gratitude & I feel, well maybe there's some hope left in this old guitar for me too & I'll get back in there & give it a try."Derek Zanetti a.k.a. Homeless Gospel Choir has an inspiring conversation with Folkpunk Dad. Derek has a lot to share & he does it with an upbeat honesty that is refreshing to hear amongst all the chatter of the modern world today. They dive into what Derek is up to musically, writing good and bad songs, discovering punk rock before the internet made it easy, crab rangoon, addiction/sobriety, choosing to resist, upcoming tour & much more. Enjoy the show!HIGHLIGHTS:Writing songsGetting startedWhat Derek learned from his first tourMental health & musicThe role of punk music & politics for DerekIntegrity as an artist within capitalismConnect with Homeless Gospel Choir:thehomelessgospelchoir.comthehomelessgospelchoir.bandcamp.com/album/curt-large-demo-tape-recordingsSend us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Coffee for the FolkPunk in youBanditCoffeeRoasters.comStay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pepe is trying to show up for people in his life that are currently facing challenging times. Him and Folk Punk Dad discuss what this means and how you can actually do it. Then they talk about how showing up for yourself is just as important. Thoughts on swamps, compassion, resentment & snitching are also shared.HIGHLIGHTS:Showing up for friends/family when it's difficultFacing uncomfortable feelingsSelf-care & self-loveFinding solace in the swamplandsHaving compassion for someone who has caused harmManaging resentmentPepe's lack of resentment for the folks who snitched & sent him to prisonSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindCheck out Pepe's video by the swamp where he talked about getting ready to go to prison:facebook.com/diybanditsfurever/posts/an-update-about-my-situationkeep-an-eye-out-for-johnny-hobo-and-wdu-vinyls-a-pat/907986072892779/Chill out to Pepe's rocksteady playlist on Spotify:open.spotify.com/playlist/1og9SP4Leh9a8mbcEqDI0c?si=2NO7OD5xS--UX9vrDujxMA&nd=1Get in touch to send us feedback around this episode (or others) or to ask a question for possible discussion on a future episode:Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.comFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramGet coffee for the folkpunk in you:BanditCoffRoasters.comWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's two things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with a friend who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Nothing had ever spoken to me before I got into music...The first 16 years of my life...I was just faking my way through it all."We bring you closer to Mike Miller of Endless Mike And The Beagle Club endlessmikeandthebeagleclub.bandcamp.com/music which also played as the backing band for Wingnut Dishwashers Union.In this conversation Mike talks about his early life, touring, struggling with Christianity, incidentally finding his way into the folk punk scene and much more.HIGHLIGHTS:Reflections on building a sceneConnecting & working with Pat (the Bunny)Thoughts on ChristianityWas Jesus a radical?What kind of world Mike desiresPrison abolitionListen to their new song "Heman and Skeletor"Connect with Endless Mike And The Beagle Clubinstagram.com/emandthebc/?hl=enFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramSupport the podcast:patreon.com/BackontheGrindWord of mouth really matters. If you like what you heard, here's 2 things you can do to help keep this podcast going:Share the podcast with 2 friends who you think will find value in it.Please leave us a rating or review. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener feedback, the married life & the early days...Pepe discusses opening an illegal venue, the origins of the DIY Bandits (meeting a young Pat The Bunny) while Folk Punk Dad points out the many aspects of intuition involved. Folk Punk Dad shares stories & practical steps that helped him access intuition & he helps Pepe become more comfortable using the word. Where does intuition come from?HIGHLIGHTS:How/Why did the DIY Bandits get started (Pat the Bunny story)What is intuitionFolk Punk Dad shares several stories of intuitionSteps to getting intuitiveFear vs. IntuitionThe unconscious & Carl JungPepe's Intuition around getting busted by the FedsSupport the podcast (& get exclusives!)patreon.com/BackontheGrindFollow the podcast:instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engramshows.acast.com/back-on-the-grindConnect with Folk Punk Dad:instagram.com/folkpunkdad/?hl=enw.tiktok.com/@folkpunkdad?lang=enSubscribe to Pepe's new projects:Bandit Coffee Roasters - launching September 2023BanditCoffeeRoasters.comBack On The Grind Records:backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.comRead Pepe's blog from prison:preparingforfreedom.orgIf you like what you heard...word of mouth really matters. Here's 2 things you can do to help keep this podcast goingShare the podcast with 2 friends who you think will find value in it.Please rate or review our show. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free until next time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"We have to think about music as a physical touch. It moves from my mind, through my body, through the string and then to you."We bring you closer to independent rapper, P.T. Burnem' ptburnem.bandcamp.com/music who has a unique way of combining the organic and the technological in his music.In this conversation Burnem' shares his ideas around intuition, replacing guilt with responsibility, relationships and much more.HIGHLIGHTS:Burnem's ideas around intuitionMusic is physical touchBurnem' asks Pepe about quieting the mind in prisonTaking responsibility for telling your own story in lifeGetting curious about other people's storiesReaching out to peopleUsing your voice to tell your own storyCheck out the new song P.T. Burnem' contributed for Bandit Coffee Roasters coffee & music project:BackOnTheGrindRecords.bandcamp.com/album/back-on-the-grind-vol-1P.T. Burnem' instagram.com/ptburnem/?igshid=ZWIzMWE5ZmU3Zg%3D%3DPodcast@backonthegrindrecords.com - We do this for you...Feel free to email us if you have any questions or comments about this episode or the show in general-we promise results!Insta - instagram.com/BackOnTheGrindPod/BanditCoffeeRoasters.com -This site will be officially launched in September 2023If you like what you heard...word of mouth really matters. Here's 2 things you can do to help keep this podcast goingShare the podcast with 2 friends who you think will find value in it.Please rate or review our show. It will help us reach & support more folks like you!Stay Free Until Next Time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.