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Hosted by San Diego broadcast veteran Chris Cantore (91X / KPRi / FM949,) CANTORE + YEW! is a one-on-one interview, or deep conversation, with guests ranging from broadcasters to comedians to musicians to entrepreneurs. Thank YEW! for subscribing.

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    • Apr 21, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 112 EPISODES

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    The CANTORE + YEW! podcast is a true gem in the world of podcasts. Hosted by the charismatic Chris Cantore and his sidekick Dave "Woodsy" Woods, this show is a delightful mix of entertainment, authenticity, and real talk. Cantore's heart and soul shines through in every episode, making it a pleasure to listen to. From interviews with fascinating people to hilarious conversations between Cantore and Woodsy, this podcast never fails to deliver great content.

    One of the best aspects of The CANTORE + YEW! podcast is Cantore's ability to make every interview feel like a conversation between old friends. His genuine interest in his guests and his knack for asking thought-provoking questions creates an engaging listening experience. The interviews with individuals such as Ken Kramer and David Wells highlight the influence that San Diego has on people, providing listeners with fascinating insights into their lives.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the chemistry between Cantore and Woodsy. Their banter is entertaining from start to finish, often leaving listeners laughing out loud. The duo's no-filter approach adds an extra layer of authenticity to the show, creating moments that feel like you're sitting around a bonfire with your closest friends.

    However, one downside to The CANTORE + YEW! podcast is that episodes can be short and infrequent. As a fan who wants more of their humor and great stories, it can be disappointing when there are long gaps between episodes. Nevertheless, this minor drawback does not overshadow the overall excellence of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The CANTORE + YEW! podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys genuine conversations, hilarious banter, and fascinating stories. Chris Cantore's passion for his craft shines through in every episode, making it impossible not to appreciate his work. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Cantore's charm, this podcast is sure to entertain and leave you wanting more.



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    Kyle Mooney (Saturday Night Live)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 30:36


    Former San Diegan / Saturday Night Live alum KYLE MOONEY talks about his new album, THE REAL ME -- available now.

    Greg Koch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 79:35


    Former CEO and co-founder of Stone Brewing Co., Greg Koch, joins Cantore to talk everything BUT beer. OK, there is some beer talk, but the majority of the podcast is dedicated to Greg's facinating career in the music industry, pre-Stone. Speaking of, today, Koch is behind Metal Warrior, a heavy metal project that uses original music, sci-fi illustration and animated video to create an intergalactic metaverse for headbangers. Greg also explains how his childhood led to his "Arrogant Bastard", or metal ethos. Check out METAL WARRIOR here: www.metalwarrior.com

    Plant Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 68:47


    In this episode, Cantore x Sarah take a deep dive on plant medicine with Frankie Salazar of PORTAL EXP.

    Sean Elo Rivera

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 40:24


    In this episode, Cantore sits down with his neighbor Sean Elo Rivera, City Council Member for San Diego's 9th District x City Council President, to discuss San Diego's housing crisis. 

    Wellness Unfu*ked

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 37:05


    In this episode, Cantore talks to Luke Lintott about his new book, WELLNESS UNFU*KED.

    Justin Pearson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 32:51


    Best known for his “annoying” (his words) band The Locust, Justin Pearson is the focus of Jon Nix's new documentary DON'T FALL IN LOVE WITH YOURSELF — streaming now on Apple TV. A doc about Pearson's life and the San Diego Punk scene, Cantore talks to Justin Pearson about the film and the difficulty of self promotion.

    Ketamine Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 67:16


    In this episode, Cantore posts up at Daydream MD in Pacific Beach to talk to Dr. Arsalan Azam, a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and medical director of Daydream MD. Ketamine therapy is a novel treatment approach that uses low doses of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic medication, to manage various mental health conditions, such as treatment-resistant depression, anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Music: SUNBENDR

    Belly Up 50th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 46:29


    In this episode, Cantore posts up at the Belly Up to talk to Chris Goldsmith, President of the Belly Up, about their 50th anniversary and the history of this iconic Solana Beach venue. From its early days as a town tavern featuring local blues bands to hosting The Rolling Stones for a private party to 50 shows in 50 days for its 50th Anniversary, LFG!

    The Chris Cantore Show x NamaSteve

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 39:15


    Yoga instructor x pig whisperer Steve "NamaSteve" Hubbard continues his fight to make outdoor yoga classes available in San Diego public park spaces -- even taking it to federal court. "NamaSteve" shares his story along with an update on his pig, Clubber. Also, meet our NEW sponsor, SAUNT EYEWEAR! Promo Code: CCSHOW for 10% off

    Peter DiStefano

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024 36:01


    On this episode, Cantore reunites with guitarist Peter DiStefano before his sold-out gig at the Observatory North Park with Porno For Pyros.  Also, Paul Thornton of WONDERFRONT festival discusses the 2024 lineup with a chance to WIN tickets!

    Dave Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 62:48


    Retired TV meteorologist x feature reporter Dave Scott joins Cantore to talk about his career and life as a local jazz trombonist.

    Ernie Hahn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 50:36


    Ernie Hahn -- former GM of the San Diego Sports Arena x current owner of Hahn Entertainment -- discusses the legacy of his late father, Ron Hahn, and his influence on San Diego sports and entertainment. 

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    Chef Claudia Sandoval

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 59:46


      Chef Claudia Sandoval's career in food was influenced by her family in the South Bay of San Diego. As a completely self-taught chef, Claudia was the winner on Season 6 of MasterChef in 2015. After getting her big break on Master Chef, Claudia moved on from contestant to judge on various shows including Chopped, Chopped Jr., and MasterChef Latino. Cantore talks with Claudia about her meteoric rise while struggling with "imposter syndrome". 

    Tommy Gomes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 64:52


    A native San Diegan whose Portuguese family settled in the city in 1892, Tommy Gomes, aka Tommy the Fishmonger, hails from a long line of professional tuna fishermen. After getting out of prison, he landed a job in 2003 as a fish cutter. He evolved into the role of fishmonger, becoming the public face of seafood in San Diego while growing his brand to international status as host of his own TV show.

    The Cantore Show: Peter DiStefano (Porno For Pyros)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 28:19


    Guitarist and songwriter Peter DiStefano -- best known for his work in Porno for Pyros (the Jane's Addiction offshoot featuring Perry Farrell and drummer Stephen Perkins) -- joins The Cantore Show to discuss his career, sobriety, and (benefit) solo show at The Casbah on December 15th.   

    The Cantore Show: Cheech&Chong

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2021 45:42


    Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, better known as comedy duo Cheech & Chong, have the rare status of being culturally relevant for FIFTY years. The Cantore Show talks to the legends about their early years, cannabis products, new comic book, and plans to be the richest comedians in the world.  Presented by: March and Ash, Baja Bound.

    The Cantore Show: Taylor Steele

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2021 27:00


    Taylor Steele, an award-winning filmmaker, creative visionary and entrepreneur, joins Cantore to talk about the Solento Surf Festival (and Solento Tequila.)

    The Cantore Show: Ron W Rathbun

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 31:50


    The Cantore Show talks to Ron W Rathbun, founder of 501(c)(3) Kelee Foundation and author of ten books educating about the mind, the Kelee, and Kelee Meditation.

    The Monday M.A.S.S. With Chris Coté and Todd Richards, August 23, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 56:59


    On this episode of The World's Greatest Action Sports Podcast, Chris and Todd talk about The Ultimate Surfer, The upcoming WSL Finals, New Salty Crew movie, Kolohe and crew coming through with a full length AND full film tour! Plus, we get a quick interview with J.O.B., Rio Waida, Todd talks sore shoulders and questionable Covid calls, Chris likes Soap Shoes, Tony Hawk brings us the Vert Alert, big snowboard sponsorship deals, fresh snow, Curb Your Enthusiasm coming back, your questions answered and so much more. Presented by:   BN3TH @BN3THApparel MASS20 NanocraftCBD @nanocraftCBD MASS20 Bub's Naturals! @bubsnaturals MASS20 Hansen Surfboards @hansensurfboards MASS10 Pannikin Coffee And Tea @pannikincoffeeandtea Chemistry Surfboards @chemistrysurfboards YewOnline.com @yewonline New Greens @newgreens MASS20 Adventure IO @adventureio

    The Cantore Show: Pato Banton

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 29:34


    Reggae legend Pato Banton joins Cantore to discuss his prolific career. Dating back to the 70s in Birmingham, England, Banton first came to public attention when he worked with The Beat. In 1994, he achieved a number 1 on the UK Singles Chart with a cover of The Equals' Baby Come Back. Today, the Grammy-nominated artist tours the world spreading love.

    The Cantore Show: Brett Newski

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 30:05


    Songwriter and touring musician Brett Newski (who has played alongside the Pixies, Violent Femmes, Courtney Barnett, Manchester Orchestra, Better Than Ezra and more) joins Cantore to discuss his first illustrated book, It's Hard to be a Person: Defeating Anxiety, Surviving the World, and Having More Fun,

    The Cantore Show: Brandon Parkhurst

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 60:33


    Brandon Parkhurst is a singer/songwriter from San Diego. A key songwriter for Kut U Up and Yovee, he has toured with Green Day, Blink 182, and Jimmy Eat World. After years of hard partying (and many trips to rehab for heroin addiction,) Brandon learned that a spiritual life is the groundwork for true creation. Today, Brandon works with  Somatic Healing techniques to lead people through anxiety, depression, addiction, manifestation or just to level up their current reality -- to feel fully ALIVE. 

    The Cantore Show: Perry Farrell

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 37:41


    JANE’S ADDICTION frontman Perry Farrell joins The Cantore Show to discuss “The Glitz; The Glamour", a 35-year retrospective of his life, music and art that looks into his world outside the works of JANE’S and PORNO FOR PYROS.

    The Cantore Show: Michael Dubin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 47:54


    A show devoted to friends and "movement," Cantore is joined by childhood friend Michael Dubin (and his producer Gal Bushy.) Proving true friendships never die, Cantore and Dubin wax nostalgic while discussing their common bond: MUSIC.    Following the interview, an acoustic performance of Love Shines - Single by Michael Dubin. Produced and mixed by Gal Bushy at Room 2 in Los Angeles. 

    The Cantore Show: The Original Karate Kid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 37:03


    First show of the new year, Cantore talks to Stefan Storace, AKA The Original Karate Kid. Prior to the success of The Karate Kid movie and Cobra Kai series, Stefan earned the title of "the youngest black belt in the Valley." 

    The Cantore Show: Sam The Cooking Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 25:56


    YouTube star Sam the Cooking Guy jumps on The Cantore Show moments before shooting an episode of his award-winning show.

    The Cantore Show: David Bronner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 23:02


    David Bronner, Cosmic Engagement Officer (CEO) of Dr. Bronner's, the top-selling natural brand of soap in North America joins The Cantore Show to discuss the more widespread therapeutic use of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms.

    The Cantore Show: Pablo Cruise

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 31:36


    Yacht Rock LEGENDS Pablo Cruise -- Cory Lerios and Dave Jenkins -- sets sail with The Cantore Show.

    The Cantore Show: Danny Clinch

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 46:12


    Legendary music photographer x documentarian Danny Clinch joins The Cantore Show to discuss his new documentary, All I Can Say.  An intimate video-diary of Shannon Hoon, the late lead singer of Blind Melon, the doc tackles fame and the tragedy of addiction. On IG? Be sure to check out Danny and his immersive art gallery Danny Clinch Transparent. Also, we check in with Paige McWey Acers, executive director of the San Diego Brewers Guild during San Diego Beer Week -- a 10-Day celebration honoring America's Finest Independent Craft Brewers, November 6th - 15th.

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    The Cantore Show: Steve Garcia (Emo Brown)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 29:55


    Hyped on what Steve Garcia is doing in the South Bay with Thr3e Punk Ales x Emo Brown Podcast, Cantore invites Steve over to discuss his multiple (rad) endeavors. 

    The Cantore Show: Todd Gloria x Barbara Bry

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 67:03


    Days before Election Day 2020, San Diego mayoral candidates Barbara Bry and Todd Gloria join The Cantore Show. #VOTE

    The Cantore Show: Ralph Rubio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 27:27


    Rubio’s, a chain of more than 150 Mexican eateries known for fish tacos, has filed for bankruptcy protection citing restrictions imposed due to the coronavirus pandemic. "COVID-19 has had a significant impact on Rubio's, like most businesses, and I'm proud of how we have responded to the challenge," co-founder Ralph Rubio said in a statement. "This restructuring plan creates the long-term financial stability we need to continue to serve our communities for years to come." In other words, Rubio's isn't going away. Here to discuss with The Cantore Show, the King of the Fish Taco himself. Ralph Rubio.  Still a shareholder, Ralph co-founded Rubio’s in 1983 after trips to Mexico when he was a student at San Diego State University.  Also, fine dining power couple Brett Dudley and Cassie Dudley joins the show to discuss Pure Meal Prep San Diego.  Together they’re taking the food delivery industry to the next level.

    TCS: 420Doggface208

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 14:38


    In this ep, Cantore is straight vibin' with the internet's new hero, Nathan Apodaca -- better known as 420Doggface208, or the cranberry juice-drinking Fleetwood Mac lip-syncing skateboarder. 

    The Cantore Show: AJ Machado

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 40:49


    Cantore is joined by longtime radio friend AJ Machado to discuss his new online radio station x platform AJ and SARA RADIO.  AJ and Sara turned their radio show into a radio station. You can now wake up with AJ and Sara weekday mornings from 7-10 a.m. (p.s.t.) and listen to San Diego’s Favorite Hit Music all day. Before talking to AJ, Chris to talks to Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director of the San Diego International Film Festival.  Reimagined for 2020, the hybrid virtual x drive-in festival starts October 15th.

    The Cantore Show: Cisco Adler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 31:22


    Grammy-nominated producer and musician Cisco Adler joins Cantore to discuss NoCap, a livestream concert platform he started with Donavon Frankenreiter. Combining high-quality video and audio streaming with a text-based ticketing system, NoCap streams concerts from well known music clubs, theaters, and studios. Utilizing full production capabilities, fans watch high fidelity performances while interacting with each other. To learn more visit www.nocapshows.com

    The Cantore Show: Skip Frye Reunited

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 23:02


    A few weeks ago, a priceless Skip Frye surfboard gets stolen out of a garage. On a mission to recover it, our guest pulls it off. A radical move from a selfless aloha warrior. Hear the story. Also, Kerri fro Acoustic Underground joins Cantore to discuss the virtual concert Surfrider benefit, 'Sound Waves For Clean Water,' featuring Iron Sage Wood and surprise guests. THIS Sunday. Episode ends with the song, 'Love Life' by Iron Sage Wood.  

    The Cantore Show: Mostra Coffee

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 35:36


    Chris and Meryl are coffee addicts. So much so, this episode takes place at  Mostra Coffee, Roast’s 2020 Micro Roaster of the Year. Founded in 2013, the San Diego company earned top honors for its commitment to supporting coffee farmers in the Philippines, local community engagement, and ensuring a vibrant workplace culture. Sit back, and roast one with us. 

    The Cantore Show: Karlos Paez of B-Side Players

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 31:58


    Events industry workers and business owners marched in San Diego Monday calling for a safe reopening roadmap and additional funding resources from the government.  With Cantore serving as emcee, we catch up with speakers from the event including Karlos Paez of the band B-side Players.

    The Cantore Show: Class Action Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 23:51


    Class Action Park is the first feature documentary (on HBOmax) about the world's most dangerous and insane amusement or theme park: Action Park, in Vernon, New Jersey. Directed by our guest, Seth Porges, Cantore is freaking out because he grew up going to the scarring and jarring park. 

    The Cantore Show: Boots Electric (Jesse Hughes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 36:39


    Boots & The Daydreams (featuring Boots Electric of Eagles of Death Metal) returns to San Diego for another intimate private concert at Moonage Food Co. in Leucadia.  Post-show, Cantore talks to Boots (Jesse Hughes) about performing live, or "protesting," during a worldwide pandemic. 

    The Cantore Show (8/27)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 46:20


    Remembering DJ Carlos Culture (#RIP) with David Electric of Steel Pulse. Cantore's son starts virtual high school while Cantore Instagrams like a teenage girl. Meryl recommends a new restaurant, Huntress San Diego. Lock-downed and bored? Chris and Meryl share what they are watching.

    The Cantore Show: Club Midnite

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 55:03


    Cantore deep talks with Andy Beaumarchais, the founder of Club Midnite -- his new favorite surf / skate brand.  Meryl is having a relationship problem. The return of 'It Came From Next Door" (AKA theatrical readings of Next Door posts)

    The Cantore Show: Back To (Virtual) School

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 52:15


      As schools return to virtual learning, The Cantore Show talks to San Diego teachers. Also, Chris and Meryl share GOOD NEWS and Meryl proves she DOES care about humans. 

    The Cantore Show: Darin Strauss

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 32:54


    Darin Strauss is a best-selling American writer whose work has earned a number of awards. Strauss's most recent book -- his follow-up to the NBCC-winning Half a Life -- is The Queen of Tuesday: A Lucille Ball Story, a thrilling love story starring Hollywood’s first true media mogul.  Before moving to Southern California in High School, Cantore grew up with Darin on the North Shore of Long Island, New York. 

    The Cantore Show: Steve Padilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 29:48


    Chula Vista City Councilman Steve Padilla, a local public figure who contracted COVID-19, joins The Cantore Show to share his harrowing survival story. Wear a mask.

    The Cantore Show: Nathan Fletcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 27:30


    Not pro-surfer Nathan Fletcher, County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher joins The Cantore Show to talk the state of the County during COVID-19. 

    The Cantore Show: Vicki Barbolak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 18:13


    Cantore talks to 2018 AGT finalist (and host of the Big Girls Don't Cry podcast) Vicki Barbolak about her return to comedy during COVID-19. Performing this weekend in an alley OUTSIDE of the Comedy Store: La Jolla, will Cantore join her for a secret set?  

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