Jamcast

Today I talk to Dean DelRay in the first ever dual podcast recording. Check out deans podcast "Let there be talk" on iTunes and follow him @deandelray.

Mike went to Chicago to do standup comedy, drink beer, eat food, and interview Marty DeRosa. Mike & Marty sit down to talk music, influence, neighborhoods, flea markets, and much more. Follow @MartyDeRosa

This week we're celebrating the life of the one and only Jerry Garcia. To those of us who live our lives enjoying the vast family that is the Grateful Dead, every week is Jerry Week. But, since these are the Days Between, our DeadHead Hanukah, we invited two vital pieces of the Dead's Family Tapestry onto the show. Sitting in throughout the whole show is @deandelray; hilarious LA comic and host of "Let There Be Talk", his podcast found on iTunes and All Things Comedy Network, as well as old club @Dannyboy3030. The first half of the show, @jayblakesberg joins us to talk about his career capturing some of the most iconic images of the band(s) we all love so dearly. Jay is a humble and vital piece of the scene, and we are so damn happy to have him on the program. visit his website www.blakesberg.com for all things Jay. The 2nd half of the show, our dear friend @davidgans joins us to share his thoughts on Dead then & now, the momentum of @DeadandCompany, and priceless insight from one of the Dead's greatest historians. David is a touring musician, Dead family member, and host of "Tales from the Golden Road" on SiriusXM's Grateful Dead Channel 23. Visit DavidGans.com Enjoy, Remember Jerry, Listen to The Dead, and Be Kind!!

On this weeks @jamcastpod @mikefinoia sits down with @iamjustinsilver about the process of finding your music, top tier vocalists, and openmindedness. Subscribe on iTunes #jamcast #podcasts #music #comedy #standup

A few weeks ago Mike had the privilege to talk with @moonzappa @timpalmieri and Thoresten Schutte about Frank Zappa and the documentary made about the man. This large portion of the interview focuses Frank the man, the father, and the inspiration to so many. Fine the rest of the interview by visiting www.compoundmedia.com

Mike talks to Ari Shaffir & Dan Kalwhite about dead & Co, John Mayer, Bonnaroo, and responsible partying

This week mike sits down with Tim Palmieri of Kung-Fu to talk music pizza and work ethic. Their new album joyride is avail on iTunes and cdbaby. Catch the Fu on NYC rocks off cruise Thursday July 14. Visit Kungfumusic.com and timpalmieri.com @timpalmieri

This week Mike sits down with Godfrey to talk hip-hop, Prince, and inventors. Follow Godfrey on Twitter @godfreycomedian and on Instagram @godfreycomic

Mike sits down with Adam Northway, owner of Pacific standard Tavern in New Haven, Connecticut, and founder of Hangtown Festival. The boys talk craft beer, festival planning, owning a hip venue, and much more. Mike will be doing a one night stop at PST Saturday, May 28 at 8 PM. Visit @pacificstantav for more info or buy tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chronic-comedy-an-evening-with-mike-finoia-tickets-25273972131

Ghana's own "OK" visits JamCast and talks Bob Marley, dedication to social consciousness, and growing up in a circle of support. Find OK on Twitter at @OkyeameKwameBra.

Today Mike sits down with JamCast engineer David Kast (@DaveKast) and founder of Jambash networking Geoff Garfield. Find out more about Jambash networking at JambashNetworking.com and follow them on Twitter @JamBashNetwork. Intro Music: Fire on the Mountain from 5/5/1977 New Haven, Connecticut. Be sure to follow Mike on Twitter and Jamcast on Twitter. @MikeFinoia @Jamcastpod

This week Mike sits down with the head honcho's at Mountain jam, one of the nations finest festivals, about running a small city booking the best bands and creating a high time. An old legend pops by for a quick word or two. Check out mountainjam.com for all info regarding the festival.

While on the road together in Indianapolis, Mike sits down with Ari Shaffir before a night of shows to discuss festival life, passion in art, and hair regrowth. Ari is a fan of the festival life, and he shares some incredible stories of how music can bring us together. Be sure to check out "This is Not Happening" on Comedy Central and listen to "Skeptic Tank" on Arithegreat.com . As always thanks for listening and follow @mikefinoia & @arishaffir on Twitter. #AriShaffir #Mushrooms #ComedyCentral #Bonnaroo #Phish #GratefulDead

This week Mike talks to Allen St. Pierre, Executive Director of NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws). Allen recalls early life in Cape Cod, the women who shaped his life journey, and the power of the collective consciousness of festival life. Visit @NORML on Twitter and www.norml.org to learn about all things weed. @mikefinoia @jamcastpod @finerthingsshow @norml #legalizemarijuana #weed #GratefulDead #CapeCod #NewEngland #ZZTop #RedRocks #Colorado #Seatlle #HORDE #Phish #SnoopDogg #WillieNelson #CypressHill #Ganja #Marijuana

Mike talks about fame, Comedy Central one hour specials, Kanye West, Ween, and what lies ahead. Be sure to check out stand up dates at www.mikefinoia.com/calendar Ween: https://youtu.be/VeOiH-T7oVs https://youtu.be/lqWNcI_0KYU https://youtu.be/b5nU2iSno1Y Grateful Dead: https://youtu.be/4y3NGCkQ7aA

JamCast hq is graced with our old founding father brother, Aaron Friedman. Always such a pleasure to have our good ol pal back. Check out Aaron on Twitter and keep it tuned to JamCast. Love y'all!

Today Mike talks to Nick DiPaolo, arguably one of the funniest guys on the planet. Uncle Nick talks about growing up in the Boston Suburbs in the mid '70's, and what a great time he had!  Check out all things Nick at NickDip.com follow @NickDiPaolo on Twitter @Jamcastpod @mikefinoia on Twitter, and mikefinoia.com/calendar for tour dates in your area. 

This week Mike is visited by NYC Comedian friends Nate Fridson and his main squeeze, Alison Klemp. Alison pops dude's Phish cherries, the dynamic Nate wax's poetic about his days as a hip hop mogul & punk rock icon in downtown Detroit. Not really. But what a fun talk they have! Find @natefridson & @Alisonklemp on Twitter, and as always @mikefinoia @Jamcastpod and mikefinoia.com/calendar for dates. 

Today Mike talks with Frat Boy Extraordinaire Jared Freid. Jared is the host of a very fun podcast Total Frat Move. Jared expresses his unwarranted stereotypes about hippies and festivals, and Mike rebuttals each fictitious accusation and sets the record straight. Turns out to be a super fun episode, and Jared is a hoot! Check Jared out on the TFM Podcast every Tuesday and Friday and @JTrain56 on all platforms.

Don't let the name fool you, folks. This episode isn't about Rush, it's actually about the spirit of Radio. My good buddy from Buffalo Josh Potter joins me to talk about growing up listening to FM radio, old school radio programming, working at a radio station, emo, screamo, elmo, scremlo, and the power of friendship in sharing music. Josh is a hilarious comedian, check him out at @j_potter and enjoy the episode! 

This week Mike and Andy lament the passing of the great David Bowie, break down their personal escapades at the Phish's NYE run at the magical Madison Square Garden, and discuss Mike Gordon and Transcendental Meditation. Give a listen, it's gonna be a good year JamCast fans, so thank you and stay tuned.

Happy New Year JamCasters! This week we revisit the Ken Kesey episode of JamCast. Mike recalls his meeting, friendship, and visit with literary hero and cultural icon Ken Kesey, father of the psychedelic Merry Prankster movement. We've got a lot of great new episodes coming, but what a way to start 2016! Enjoy, and thank you for being a friend! Next week we discuss Phish NYE

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This week Mike talks to Brian Wilson...no not the Barenaked Ladies song...& no not the Beach Man. This Brian Wilson is a talented Cellist & 1/3 of 'You Bred Raptors?'; a unique band with an incredibly distinct sound, look, and calendar. They perform regularly in the subway stops of NYC, which has led to such gigs as performing for Yoko Ono at the MoMa! Pretty neat, right? Brian is also a very funny dude and a pleasure to talk to so enjoy the episode.  Follow them at Facebook.com/youbredraptorsnyc Twitter @youbredraptors and check out their music at youbredraptors.bandcamp.com.  Follow me at www.mikefinoia.com for dates @mikefinoia on Twitter & Instagram @Jamcastpod on Twitter and Share/Like/Follow/Love us. 

Mike sits down with friend Dan Soder to talk about the flame that burns deep within artists that keep reinventing themselves, rocking out, and producing great material. From comparing favorites to ragging on Heady Heady Colorado Brah's, this one sure is a fun listen. Find Soder at @Dansoder on Twitter/Instagram, Listen to The Bonfire w/ @BigJayOakerson & @DanSoder on @Siriusxm Channel 95 @ComedyCentral Radio, and find Dan's dates on dansoder.com. Also keep an eye out for his 1 hour special, coming soon!

Mike is visited by NYC Comedians Alexis Guerreros (@notalexis) and Andrew Collin (@AndrewTCollin) at the Standup NY Labs Studio to wax poetic about music sweet music. Alexis and Mike realize that Phish & Grateful Dead tape trading is very similar to Barber Shop Mix Tape hip hop trading, and now they are better friends than ever. And Andrew professes his love of Jimmy Buffett & Meat Loaf, the man not the food. Which is more gross is up to you. Find Alexis on "Soccer Cooligans" on YouTube, @NotAlexis on Twitter, Show Me Your Bits Podcast, and hosting @IlluminatiParty at The Stand - Find Andrew on Twitter @AndrewTCollin and hosting Chicken Salad Comedy Show at New York Comedy Club, and listening to Meat Loaf (BARF) Find Mike Finoia Dates at MikeFinoia.com follow on Twitter & Instagram at @MikeFinoia JamCast is @JamCastPod on Twitter, like and follow on SoundCloud & ITunes, share and Follow. We love you

Mike welcomes ex-cohost Andy Fiori back to the show, as well as chum bucket Dan Kalwhite. These three old bastards reminisce about phonographs, soda fountains, & fall Phish tour.  @Andyfiori @Dannyboy3030 @mikefinoia www.mikefinoia.com for dates. Like us Follow us Share Us, We Love you

Good Pals Mike & Dan talk over a few pints of Guinness and a few more Laughs Check out our good buddy on Twitter at @Dannyboy3030 , check Mike out at @mikefinoia, and visit mikefinoia.com for dates. Like us, Share us, Follow us. Love you

Mike and Artist David Welker sit down for a dynamic conversation about art, music, influence and inspiration. Truly an honor to talk to such a fantastic artist. Please visit the Hoerle-Gugghenheim Gallery this winter as Mr. Welker's work will be well-deservedly presented. Visit welkerstudios.com for more information. And as always thank you for listening to JamCast. We love you more than words can tell. 

Mike and Artist David Welker sit down for a dynamic conversation about art, music, influence and inspiration. Truly an honor to talk to such a fantastic artist. Please visit the Hoerle-Gugghenheim Gallery this winter as Mr. Welker's work will be well-deservedly presented. Visit welkerstudios.com for more information. And as always thank you for listening to JamCast. We love you more than words can tell. 

This week Mike has the pleasure to discuss the power of music (and silence) with the great Ted Alexandro. Ted's musical journey brought him many places, from the classroom to the Apollo to Standup Comedy success, and the people met along the way guided the trip in vital ways. Many thanks to Ted for taking time to chat with JamCast. Check out Ted's web series "Teacher's Lounge" on YouTube, follow him at @TedAlexandro and visit http://tedalexandro.com for show schedule

This week we've got Ralph Sutton on the program. With 15 years of music journalism and road under his belt, Ralph and Mike talk the future of rock, a Guns n Roses reunion, and lots of other fun nuggets that I don't want to ruin for you. So give it a listen, and follow @IamRalphSutton & @thesdrshow and as always check out dates on mikefinoia.com and @mikefinoia on the word box. PEACE! 

Recorded live from the veranda of the Berg Estate, Mike & Aaron enjoy a nice chat on a lovely fall day in New York City. Aaron brings us through his many transformations in life and music, growing and changing from each and every chapter of life. Aaron is a multi talented artist, from gang member to stripper to actor to author and now a linchpin in the NYC comedy circuit, and all of you should check him out at http://aaronberg.com Check out all of our shows at http://standupnylabs.com

This week Mike & Mike brave a potential gas leak explosion to discuss Cannon's musical life; from singing show tunes with his sisters to blunt rides to Biggie. This is a real fun one, friends. Mike Cannon is a great dude, hilarious comedian, and apparently a talented crooner. Follow Mike at @IamMikeCannon and check him out doing standup all over this great city.

This week Mike talks tunes with Ben Kronberg, NYC comedian and musician in his own right. Ben has created music for the acclaimed "Modern Comedian" series, and the two talk creation, influence, and most importantly, hamburgers. Follow @Benkronberg, check out his #ComedyCentral 1/2 hour special, and check out "Modern Comedian" on youtube. As always, follow Mike @mikefinoia, and visit mikefinoia.com for upcoming tour dates. Check out all of our great shows at http://standupnylabs.com

Mike and Ray DeVito share some strange similarities, including rare encounters with... Coolio??? Enjoy this funky-fresh episode of Jamcast. Follow the guys on Twitter: @jamcastpod @mikefinoia @raydevito @standupnylabs Check out all of our great shows at http://standupnylabs.com

Mike and Eddie continue their conversation about Eddie's life long trip with rock 'n' roll. Follow Eddie @Eddie_Brill and Mike @mikefinoia

Mike and Eddie Brill explore goose bump inducing moments of music and live performance. Part 1 of a two part conversation. Check out http://mikefinoia.com for dates

Mike & Jay discuss the shiny leathery side of rock n roll, and growing up surrounded by audible influence. Check out Jay on The Bonfire on SiriusXM 95 Comedy Central Radio, follow him @bigjayoakerson @TheSDRshow @legionofskanks Go see mike at the @oddballfest in Hartford this Saturday & visit HTTP://mikefinoia.com for dates. @mikefinoia twit/insta

Mike talks magnaball, phish summer tour, and new beginnings for JamCast! Check out all of our great shows at http://standupnylabs.com See Mike live this weekend at Mohegan Sun PA, Sept 12th on the Oddball Comedy Tour in Hartford CT, or check out http://mikefinoia.com for dates in your neck of the woods.

Mike is joined by Aaron Friedman in his return to Jamcast. Check out all of our shows at http://standupnylabs.com

This week Mike and Andy pick a bone with one of the listeners over the dreaded Phish/Dead and TAB/JGB debate. Things get hot! Check out all of our great shows at http://standupnylabs.com

Deep into the Phish Tour, Mike and Andy go even deeper into the years as they review older albums and talk about the future of the band.

This week kicks off Phish's summer tour as Mike and Andy discuss their favorite venues across the U.S.A.! Check out all of our shows at http://standupnylabs.com

In the spirit of the Dead 50 shows, we're pulling out this gem with someone who was there from the start. Check out all of our great shows at http://standupnylabs.com

Fresh off the legendary weekend in Chicago, Comedians and Heads Mike Finoia and Andy Fiori recap their experiences from Fare Thee Well: Celebrating 50 Years of The Grateful Dead. As the Dead's chapter ends, a new chapter begins for Jamcast! Check back for new episodes every Friday, follow us on twitter at @jamcastpod, @andyfiori, @mikefinoia and tell a friend!

Mike says goodbye to Aaron and welcomes Andy as a permanent host, and finally shares his shrooming story. Follow @jamcastpod @imaaronfriedman @mikefinoia @andyfiori and @standupnylabs. Visit www.StandUpNYLabs.com to listen to all our podcasts and go to www.StandUpNY.com to see whose performing live at Stand Up NY. Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamcast/id934945121?mt=2

Mike and Aaron are joined by Andy to talk road trips and more. Follow @jamcastpod @imaaronfriedman @mikefinoia @andyfiori and @standupnylabs. Visit www.StandUpNYLabs.com to listen to all our podcasts and go to www.StandUpNY.com to see whose performing live at Stand Up NY. Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamcast/id934945121?mt=2

Aaron and Mike talk about the recent developments with Fare Thee Well, Warren Haynes' busy week and Jon Fishman joining twitter. Follow @jamcastpod @imaaronfriedman @mikefinoia and @standupnylabs. Visit www.StandUpNYLabs.com to listen to all our podcasts and go to www.StandUpNY.com to see whose performing live at Stand Up NY. Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamcast/id934945121?mt=2

Aaron and Mike discuss their favorite covers. Follow @jamcastpod @imaaronfriedman @mikefinoia and @standupnylabs. Visit www.StandUpNYLabs.com to listen to all our podcasts and go to www.StandUpNY.com to see whose performing live at Stand Up NY. Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamcast/id934945121?mt=2

Mike and Aaron talk about drugs, fame and more. Follow @jamcastpod @imaaronfriedman and @standupnylabs. Visit www.StandUpNYLabs.com to listen to all our podcasts and go to www.StandUpNY.com to see whose performing live at Stand Up NY. Subscribe, Rate, Review and Share. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/jamcast/id934945121?mt=2