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None But the Brave takes a comprehensive look at the music and career of Bruce Springsteen. Hosted by film producer Hal Schwartz and Backstreets Magazine contributor Flynn McLean.

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    • May 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 146 EPISODES

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    The None But The Brave podcast has quickly become a must-listen for all Bruce Springsteen fans. Hosted by Flynn McLean and Hal Schwartz, this podcast offers a deep dive into the world of Bruce Springsteen's music and concerts. For those who miss the experience of seeing Bruce in concert, the hosts do an amazing job of recounting many shows in extremely fine detail, which is sure to bring back memories for long-time fans and provide insight for new listeners. While we wait for live music to return, the podcast fills a large void and keeps the spirit of Bruce alive for his devoted fanbase.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the immense knowledge and passion that Flynn and Hal bring to each episode. Their general knowledge of Bruce Springsteen is impressive, but they take it a step further by providing interesting and earnest insights into his music. The hosts' genuine love for Bruce shines through in every episode, creating an engaging and positive atmosphere for listeners. The quality of the podcast is also top-notch, with great production value and well-researched topics.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to mention, some listeners may find that the podcast caters more towards die-hard Bruce Springsteen fans. If you're not familiar with his music or don't have a strong interest in him as an artist, this podcast might not be as appealing. However, for avid Bruce obsessives, this podcast is pure gold.

    In conclusion, None But The Brave is undoubtedly one of the best Bruce Springsteen podcasts out there. With Flynn McLean and Hal Schwartz at the helm, you can expect nothing less than exceptional content that will satisfy even the most dedicated fans. Whether it's recounting memorable concerts or delving into Bruce's extensive discography, this podcast provides hours of captivating discussion that will keep you entertained until live music returns. If you're a Bruce fan looking to dive deeper into his world or simply want to reminisce about past shows, None But The Brave is the perfect podcast for you.



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    Latest episodes from None But The Brave

    S04 Episode 1: Debts That No Honest Man Can Pay - The 40th Anniversary of Springsteen's Nebraska LP

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 73:22


    In the fourth season premiere of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take an in-depth look at Bruce Springsteen's highly influential record, Nebraska, on the 40th anniversary of its release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 16: Faithless From Tracks 2/Report from the 2025 American Music Honors Gala

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 50:28


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the third song to be released from Bruce Springsteen's upcoming box set, Tracks 2. This one is the title track from Disc 3, Faithless. Hal and Flynn also report on their night at the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center For American Music's 3rd annual American Music Honors Gala. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 15: Blind Spot Released After 30 Years/Orlando 2008 Archive

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 45:32


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss two new releases from Bruce Springsteen. First up is the release of Blind Spot, the first song from the upcoming Streets Of Philadelphia Sessions that will be in the Tracks 2 box set, and they are very excited about its arrival. Later, they discuss the latest release from the Springsteen archive series, the 2008 show from Amway Arena in Orlando. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 14: Springsteen On The Sunset Strip - Tales From The Roxy '78 (with Paul Rappaport)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 49:59


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Paul Rappaport, author of the new book Gliders Over Hollywood. The book details his long career as a Columbia Records promotions executive, during which time he worked with artists like The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and Bruce Springsteen. Paul tells Hal and Flynn the wild story about how the broadcast of Springsteen's show at The Roxy on July 7, 1978 came together. The resulting recording would become one of the most famous bootlegs in rock & roll history and it was finally officially released in 2018. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 13: Rain In The River - Tracks 2 Is Revealed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 47:56


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are still celebrating the announcement of Tracks 2: The Lost Albums. In this episode, they give their thoughts on the first song released from the set, Rain In The River from the Perfect World album, and also take a deep dive into the press release that details the tracks on each of the 7 unreleased albums. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 12: Tracks 2 - The Lost Albums Is Official!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 16:37


    In this special edition of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean react to the news that Bruce Springsteen will finally be releasing Tracks 2, a 7 disc box of lost albums, which they have championed since the very first episode of the podcast in September, 2019. Needless to say, they are very excited! For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 11: Glory Days - Baseball and Bruce (with Pete Abraham, Anthony Castrovince, & Ken Rosenthal)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 50:45


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by an fantastic panel of baseball media members to explore the phenomenon of baseball writers and their passion for Bruce Springsteen's music. Taking part in the discussion with Hal & Flynn are Pete Abraham (The Boston Globe), Anthony Castrovince (MLB.com and MLB Network), and Ken Rosenthal (The Athletic and Fox Sports). For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: November 15, 2012 - Omaha, NE

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 26:23


    In this NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the March 2025 release from the series, a show from the Wrecking Ball Tour recorded live in Omaha on November 15, 2012 that features a unique Nebraska focused setlist. Later, they also discuss potential shows for next month's release. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 10: Somewhere Across The Border - The Opening Leg Of The Joad Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 71:35


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the first leg of Bruce Springsteen's The Ghost Of Tom Joad Tour that took place in late 1995. It was Bruce's first ever solo tour and with almost all of the Joad record in the set, they were dramatically different shows than his audience was used to. Hal and Flynn take a deep dive into the setlist and talk about what made these shows so different. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: August 13, 2005 - Vancouver, BC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 26:23


    In this NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the February 2025 release from the series, a solo show recorded live on The Devils & Dust Tour at the Pontiac Theatre in Vancouver on August 13, 2005. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 09: Two For The Road - A Look at Tracks Disc 3 - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 54:50


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take a deep dive into the third disc from Bruce Springsteen's 1998 box set, Tracks. This episode covers the final 7 songs on the disc, Pink Cadillac through Lucky Man. At the start of the episode, Hal and Flynn pay tribute to their friend Ted Brych, who passed away over the weekend after an 18 month battle with cancer. Also, they provide an update on what they're hearing about a potential 2025 Springsteen box set release. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 8: NBTB Live in Red Bank - Bruce Plays The 25th Annual LOD Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 20:04


    In this special edition of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean report on Bruce Springsteen's surprise appearance at the Light Of Day Foundation's 25th annual Bob's Birthday Bash. He played one song each with Jesse Malin and Willie Nile as well as a full 60 minute set with Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 07: My Love Will Not Let You Down - A Look at Tracks Disc 3 - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 52:24


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take a deep dive into the third disc from Bruce Springsteen's 1998 box set, Tracks. This episode covers the first 11 songs on the disc, Cynthia through Man At The Top. In the next episode, they will complete their look at the disc. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 06: Is Tracks 2 Finally Coming?/Xmas Archive

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 36:37


    In the final episode of 2024, None But The Brave co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean have numerous topics to discuss. First up, their favorite subject Tracks 2 re-emerges as Shorefire puts out a press release that says Bruce Springsteen will release previously unheard music next year. They then discuss the surprise new cover Girlfriend, which Bruce released via E Street Radio. Also, Southside Johnny retires and Hal and Flynn discuss his immense impact on the Shore music scene. Finally, they give their thoughts on the latest release in the Springsteen Archive Series. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 05: The Best Shows Of 2024/Wishes For The Archive Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 57:15


    In the latest episode of None But the Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean recap Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's year on the road. They discuss their picks for the best shows of the year. Number 1 on the list is easy, from there the topic gets more challenging. Later, they talk about the Archive Series and shows they'd like to see released moving forward. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. Through December 24th, use code BOSS2024 for 25% off an annual subscription. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 04: The 2024 Tour Concludes/Tales From JEMS! (with Mark Stricherz)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 41:54


    In the latest episode of None But the Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the conclusion of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's Canadian leg, the final dates of the 2024 tour. They are joined by special guest Mark Stricherz, who reports in on the final show in Vancouver. Mark is also a founding member of JEMS, the legendary tapers collective, and Hal and Flynn are excited to hear stories from the group's illustrious history. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast. Through December 11th, use code NBTB2024 for 25% off an annual subscription. This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 03: Who You Gonna Call? - Springsteen Tour 2024 Hits Canada (with Doug Maesk)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 49:44


    In the latest episode of None But the Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the opening part of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 Canadian leg. They are also joined by Doug Maesk, who was at both Toronto shows and Ottawa. Later, Hal and Flynn discuss Bruce's appearance at Stand Up For Heroes. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 02: A Look At Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (And Its Promo Campaign)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 53:07


    In the latest episode of None But the Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss Bruce Springsteen's new film, Road Diary, which is now out on Hulu and Disney+. As part of the release of the film, Bruce has conducted a significant promo campaign. Hal and Flynn cover it all with a primary focus on Bruce's interview with Howard Stern, the Rolling Stone pairing of Bruce and Zach Bryan, and the LA Premiere of the film, which Hal attended. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S06 Episode 01: NBTB Talks To Thom Zimny About Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 32:20


    None But The Brave co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are thrilled to be joined by Thom Zimny, Emmy and Grammy-winning director, documentarian, and editor, to discuss Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band. The film is Thom's latest collaboration with Bruce Springsteen and it premieres on Hulu on October 25th. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bonus Episode: Can't Find A Better Man - Vote For Change At The Meadowlands 10/13/04

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 40:51


    None But The Brave co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the closing night of the Vote For Change Tour, which took place at Continental Airlines Arena in NJ on October 13th, 2004. A monumental night with numerous special guests joining Bruce and the E Street Band on stage, most notably Eddie Vedder. Also, at the start of the show, Hal and Flynn discuss the latest Springsteen news. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 28: Springsteen At 75 (with Peter Ames Carlin and Brian Hiatt)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 75:42


    It's Bruce Springsteen's 75th birthday and to honor the occasion, None But The Brave co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Peter Ames Carlin, author of the 2012 Springsteen biography Bruce, and Brian Hiatt, author of Springsteen: The Stories Behind The Songs and senior writer at Rolling Stone, for a roundtable discussion about Bruce's legacy, his work over the past 10 years, and what might be still to come. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 27: NBTB Live in Asbury Park - Bruce Plays Sea Hear Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 37:41


    In this special edition of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean report on the instantly legendary show performed by Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band on the beach in Asbury Park on Sunday night to conclude this year's Sea Hear Now festival. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 26: We Swore Forever Friends - A Tribute To Charles R. Cross (with Chris Phillips)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 57:34


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Backstreets Magazine editor Chris Phillips to pay tribute to Charles R. Cross, the founder of Backstreets, who died on August 9th. They discuss Charley's role in the creation of the Springsteen fan community, his final editorial that ran posthumously last month, Bruce's onstage dedication in his memory, and more. To hear Charley's final appearance on NBTB last year: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/none-but-the-brave/id1479939374?i=1000603574582 For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 25: Videos From The Springsteen Vault At Teach Rock Event

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 34:58


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss a charity event to benefit Steven Van Zandt's Teach Rock organization that they were fortunate to attend last week in Asbury Park. At the event, Thom Zimny was joined by Steven, Garry Tallent, and Roy Bittan for a panel discussion on rare videos from the Springsteen vault. A total of 7 clips were shown and Hal and Flynn talk about what they witnessed. Later, they discuss the second show in Philadelphia, which Hal attended. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast For more info on Teach Rock, please visit: TeachRock.org This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 24: The 2024 European Leg Concludes - Springsteen Hits London (with Deborah Mayer and Matt Royal)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 62:45


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their look at Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 European Tour. In this episode, Hal and Flynn are joined by Deborah Mayer and Matt Royal to discuss the two London shows that concluded the leg. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 23: May Your Faith Give Us Faith - Tour 2024 Hits Stockholm (with Doug Maesk)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 52:56


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their look at Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 European Tour. In this episode, Hal and Flynn are joined by Doug Maesk to discuss the Helsinki and Stockholm shows. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 22: A Man Who Knows Her Style - Springsteen Hits Hannover

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 44:39


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their look at Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 European Tour. This episode covers the shows from Nijmegen through Helsinki with a primary focus on the Hannover show, which Hal attended and featured several big surprises, including the live premiere of Janey Needs A Shooter. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Archive Look Back - Episode 4: Nassau Coliseum - December 31, 1980 (PATREON SNEAK PEAK)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 23:17


    In this special preview of our Patreon exclusive series, NBTB Archive Look Back, Hal and Flynn discuss the fourth release in the series, the epic New Years Eve show from Nassau Coliseum on December 31, 1980. The NBTB Archive Look Back is a monthly series discussing each Springsteen Archive that was released prior to the start of the podcast in September, 2019. This episode originally ran in April, 2024. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Link to the season one episode where we discussed the Nassau 1980 3 night stand with Stan Goldstein and Lowell Kern: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/none-but-the-brave/id1479939374?i=1000503773117 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 21: The Power Of Prayer - Springsteen & The E Street Band Hit Spain

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 42:27


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Sal Trepat, editor of Point Blank magazine and co-host of the No Surrender podcast, to discuss the five shows that Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band performed in Spain over the past few weeks. Prior to Sal joining the show, Hal and Flynn talk about the Jesse Malin comeback concert taking place at the Beacon in December and Disciple, the new documentary about Steve Van Zandt that is currently streaming on Max. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 20: Murder Inc. 1985 - The Mythical Follow-Up To Born In The USA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024 51:58


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their discussion about Bruce Springsteen's marathon recording sessions for Born In The USA. They step into an alternate universe where in 1985 a second album called Murder Inc. was released from those sessions and they both give their track listings for what's on that record. Also, at the start of the show, Flynn and Hal talk about the resumption of Tour 2024 in Madrid. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 19: June 8, 1984 - The Born In The USA Tour Rehearsal Show At The Pony (with Tom Cunningham)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 38:38


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Tom Cunningham, long time host of the Jersey Shore radio show Springsteen On Sunday, which can be heard on 107.1 The Boss, to discuss a unique night in the history of the E Street Band. On June 8, 1984, four days after the release of Born In The USA, Bruce and the band took the stage at The Stone Pony for an unannounced show that served as a rehearsal for the upcoming tour. Tom attended the show and gives his first hand account of the wild events that took place. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 18: There Was Nothing You Could Do - Born In The USA & The End Of The Heartland (with Steven Hyden)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 85:48


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Steven Hyden, cultural critic for Uproxx and host of the site's weekly podcast, Indiecast, for a wide ranging discussion about his new book, There Was Nothing You Could Do - Springsteen's Born In The USA and the End of the Heartland. Also, at the start of the episode, Hal and Flynn discuss the postponement of the Marseilles show due to Bruce's vocal issues and the other news from the week. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 17: 40 Years Burnin' Down The Road - Thoughts On The Born In The USA Anniversary Reissue

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 42:00


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the upcoming 40th anniversary release of Bruce Springsteen legendary LP, Born In The USA, which will be just the album with refreshed packaging and liner notes but not the larger box set that many fans hoped for. At the start of the episode, they also look at the first two shows of Bruce's 2024 European Tour. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast This show is sponsored by DistroKid. Use this link to support the show and get 30% off your first year: http://distrokid.com/vip/nbtb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 16: Streets Of Fire - The Opening Leg of Springsteen's 2024 Tour Concludes (with Anthony Castrovince)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024 59:49


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Anthony Castrovince, columnist for MLB.com and national contributor to MLB Network, to discuss the final 2 shows on Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's opening US leg of the 2024 Tour. At the start of the episode, Flynn has some news on a 40th anniversary release for Born In The USA. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 15: Tour 2024 Hits The Northeast (with Stan Goldstein & John Joyce)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2024 46:07


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Stan Goldstein to discuss Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's show at Mohegan Sun on April 12th. Later, John Joyce joins the show to give his report on the show in Albany on April 15th. And the episode opens with Flynn's report on the Springsteen Archive's American Music Honors Gala from this past Wednesday night. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 14: Rise Up - Springsteen's 2nd Night In LA (with David Wild)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 38:31


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by David Wild, longtime Rolling Stone writer as well as writer/producer of The Grammys and co-host of the Naked Lunch podcast, to discuss Bruce Springsteen & The E Street's second show on the 2024 tour in Los Angeles on April 7, 2024. The conversation also includes Wild's thoughts on Western Stars and Letter To You. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 13: Turning Back The Hands Of Time - Springsteen's Tour Reaches New Heights

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2024 42:24


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their discussion about Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 Tour. This time the focus is on the two shows in San Francisco and the first show in Los Angeles. Hal gives an ecstatic recap of the events in LA on Thursday night, a show which ran for 3 hours 20 minutes and featured numerous surprises, including the return of Patti Scialfa. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 12: Can You Feel The Spirit? - Springsteen Kicks Off 2024 Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 56:24


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the opening week of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2024 Tour, covering shows in Phoenix, Las Vegas, and San Diego. Hal was in the latter two cities and is pretty fired up, especially about his night in San Diego. Later in the episode, they also discuss Deadline's story covering the development of the film about the making of Nebraska to be written and directed by Scott Cooper. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: September 21, 1978 - Passaic, NJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 27:03


    In this NBTB Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the March 2024 release from the series, recorded live at The Capitol Theater in Passaic, NJ on September 21, 1978. They also discuss Bruce's appearance last week with John Mellencamp in Newark. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast You can buy/stream all shows in the Springsteen Archive Series via: live.brucespringsteen.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 11: The Best Of Springsteen/2014 US Tour Conclusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 49:56


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the recently announced The Best Of Springsteen set that will be released on April 19. They give their thoughts on why this package is being put out now and the songs selected for it. They then make some predictions regarding the upcoming 2024 tour. Finally, they wrap up their coverage of the 2014 US Tour. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 10: Might As Well Jump - The 2014 Tour - Part 2 (with Kirk Minihane)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 49:39


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean continue their discussion about Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's 2014 High Hopes tour. In this edition, they discuss the Spring US leg and they are joined by special guest Kirk Minihane, host of The Kirk Minihane Show on Barstool Sports. Hal, Flynn, and Kirk focus much of the episode on the final weekend of the tour, which took place at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut.  For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 09: Got High Hopes - The 2014 Tour - Part 1 (with Jason DiBattista and Ted Brych)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 76:34


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take an in-depth look at Bruce Springsteen's 2014 High Hopes Tour. In this first part, they are joined by Jason DiBattista to discuss Bruce's first (and only) trip to South Africa and Ted Brych weighs in on the Australian leg. Part 2 will focus on the US leg. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: September 25, 1996 - Akron, OH

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 23:14


    In this NBTB Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the February 2024 release from the series, recorded live at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall in Akron, Ohio on September 25, 1996. Hal and Flynn start the show by paying tribute to Adele Springsteen, Bruce's mom, who passed away last week. They also discuss Bruce's appearance on Friday at the annual MusiCares Person Of The Year dinner in honor of Bon Jovi. You can buy/stream all shows in the Springsteen Archive Series via: live.brucespringsteen.net For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 08: Tales From A Taper - Cliff B. On 50 Years Of Springsteen Shows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 50:25


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean talk to Cliff B., one of the earliest Springsteen tapers. Cliff first saw Bruce in 1974 and attended shows at the Bottom Line and Roxy stands in 1975, as well as the Boston Music Hall stand in 1977. Cliff also tells Hal and Flynn about taping the early shows and how a small group of men made It possible for fans to hear many amazing performances that unfortunately don't exist in Springsteen's own archives. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: July 23, 2013 - Cardiff, GB

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 20:46


    In this NBTB Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the January 2024 release from the series, recorded live at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, GB on July 13, 2013. You can buy/stream all shows in the Springsteen Archive Series via: live.brucespringsteen.net And for more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: July 15, 1999 - E. Rutherford, NJ

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 23:30


    In this NBTB Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the Christmas 2023 release from the series, recorded live at Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, NJ on July 15, 1999. The show was the opening night of the 15 show stand in the arena. You can buy/stream all shows in the Springsteen Archive Series via: live.brucespringsteen.net And for more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 07: Live In The Promised Land - The 45th Anniversary Of Springsteen's Legendary Winterland Shows (with Priscilla Schroeder)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 49:45


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take an in-depth look at Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band's famed performances at Winterland in December, 1978. The episode starts with a discussion about the first show and how important it was to Hal and Flynn as new fans to hear the widely circulated bootleg. They are then joined by Priscilla Schroeder, who attended the second show on December 16 (and also Roxy '75!). At the end of the episode, Hal and Flynn discuss the impact of having the 1978 radio broadcasts circulate and what might have happened if Bruce instead had released an official live album of the tour. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: October 14, 2009 - Philadelphia, PA

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 16:10


    None But The Brave begins a new element of the podcast, a standalone episode to review every new release in the Springsteen Archive Series. In this edition, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the December 2023 release from the series. The show was recorded live in Philadelphia, PA on October 14, 2009 and includes a performance of Darkness On The Edge Of Town in its entirety. You can buy/stream the show via: https://live.brucespringsteen.net/live-music/0,35337/Bruce-Springsteen-mp3-flac-download-wachovia-spectrum-philadelphia-pa-10-14-2009.html And for more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    S05 Episode 06: Doin' The E Street Shuffle - The 50th Anniversary Of Springsteen's Second LP

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 72:01


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean take a deep dive into Bruce Springsteen's The Wild, The Innocent, & The E Street Shuffle on the 50th anniversary of its release. Also, Hal reports on Aoife ODonovan's tour where she is playing Nebraska from start to finish.  For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 05: Into The Real World - The Christic Shows (with Erik Flannigan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 75:36


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by special guest Erik Flannigan, former editor of Backstreets magazine and the essayist for the Springsteen Archive Series, to discuss the two legendary benefit shows that Bruce played for the Christic Institute in November, 1990. Also, at the start of the episode, Hal and Flynn talk about Bruce's surprise guest appearance at Stand Up For Heroes last week in NYC. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 04: From Giants Stadium To Shea - The Rising Tour - Part 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 86:07


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean complete their look at Bruce Springsteen's The Rising Tour with an in-depth look at the tour's final leg in North America, which began at Giants Stadium in July and concluded with an epic 3 show stand at Shea Stadium in October. Also, they discuss the announcement of the 2024 European leg and the Springsteen Archives event for the 50th anniversary of WIESS. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    S05 Episode 03: 2024 Tour Takes Shape/The Rising Tour - Pt 3 2003 European Stadiums

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 56:06


    In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean start the show with a wide ranging discussion on the latest Springsteen news including the rescheduled tour dates, the lack of a fall release, and the return of From My Home To Yours. In the second half of the show they return to their look at The Rising Tour, continuing with the 2003 European Stadium run. During the Rising Tour segment, they are joined by Sal Trepat, founder of Point Blank magazine, to discuss the famed Milan show. For more information on exclusive NBTB content via Patreon, please visit: Patreon.com/NBTBPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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