Onstage with Jim and Tom

Bill Soberanes, also known as Mr. Petaluma, was best known for his 49 years at the Petaluma Argus-Courier but also as the founder of the World Wrist-wrestling Contest, the Ugly Dog Contest, the Houdini Halloween Seance. A self-described peopleologist, he claimed to have collected over 45000 photos of himself with presidents, sport figures, movie stars, politicians, celebrities, gangsters and ordinary people too. He was one of the great characters in the history of Petaluma. Jim and Tom welcome Katie Watts, Chris Samson, Harlan Osborne, Chris Linnell and John Sheehy to tell Bill stories celebrate his legacy on the night of his 100th birthday.

Jim & Tom welcome historians Katie Watts and John Sheehy for a deep dive into Petaluma’s history from the the 1920s to the 1970s. We explore how Petaluma became known as the world’s egg basket, Prohibition, speakeasies, massive bootlegging rings, famous people-meeter and Petaluma booster Bill Soberanes, the post-war boom, Gilardi’s, Mayor Helen Putnam, the near decimation of Petaluma’s downtown, how the east side developed and much more.

Jim and Tom welcome historian Rebecca Yerger for a sampling of stories on the history and characters of Calistoga. We talk about the wild life and legacy of Sam Brannan as well as George Yount, Calistoga’s connection to the Donner Party, Edward Turner Bale, “Old Hog Killer”, Leland Stanford (Stanford University), Eadweard Muybridge (father of the motion picture), Mount St. Helena and more. Rebecca Yerger writes a biweekly history column for the Napa Valley Register.

Jim and Tom welcome Daniel Steinbock to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/17/20. We talk about his relationship with the muse, capturing songs from dreams, his relationship with his father, ancestral trauma, personal growth and much more Setlist Out of Blue Sea Inside Kiss of the Bee Too Close to You Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Maya Songbird to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/10/20. We talk about rainbows, what happens when you die, when Maya stopped giving a fuck, growing up in the Castro, how her son is a hater, Maya’s Magic Shop, being a witch, being an empowered woman, being a slut and much more. Setlist I Believe in Magic / You Should Be Dancin’ Staying Alive Disco Bill Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim got Tom a dozen personalized celebrity videos. 52 minutes of dumb fun with friends and foes, old and new.

Jim and Tom welcomes The Band Ice Cream to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/3/20. We talk about their reinvention as a band, near death experiences, songwriting, a debilitating hockey injury, apathy and more. Setlist Eject Daily Pep Talk In Front of a Stained Mirror Big Car Roses Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome historian John Sheehy for our longest history feature yet (almost 2 hours!) as we dive deep into the Coast Miwok, the Machiavellian General Vallejo, the 1830’s smallpox epidemic, Petaluma’s Chinese-American and African-American communities in the 19th century, William Bihler, Tom’s favorite explosions, Petaluma's second battle with Santa Rosa, Tom’s favorite murder, booms/busts in Petaluma, Deep Throat at the Mystic and much more. John Sheehy is the author of "On a River Winding Home" which features stunning photography and intimate historical stories of the Petaluma River Watershed.

Jim and Tom welcomes Clementine Darling to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 2/25/20. Clementine left Seattle ten years ago on a busking trip down the West Coast. We look back on the major events of her last decade that led to the life of music she now lives. Setlist The Road Holy Ghost Crazy Fire Map Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Storytelling episode: Jim and Tom talk COVID-19, deaths inside the Phoenix (2!), tributes to Joel Cox & Nate Reifers, showdowns with local authorities, The Birds premiere at the Phoenix in 1963, anecdotes from big shows, lamenting turning down NWA, nineties punk at the Phoenix and more.

Jim and Tom welcome Yo! & The Electric to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/28/20. We talk about America’s political landscape, music as activism, the future and much more in a 60+ minute interview. Setlist Armando Miendo War Ready Makeup Song Would You Like to Buy a Vacuum? Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Magic in the Other to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/21/20. We talk about their new album “As It Starts to Fade”, the excitement of the unknown, songwriter Ezra Lipp’s creative path and more. Setlist Lightning’s Hotter Than the Sun Not Afraid (We All Will Die-E-Oh) Light in my Window Not Gonna Worry Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Whiskerman to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/14/20. We talk about their new album “Kingdom Illusion” as well as Graham’s evolution as a songwriter, faith, salvation, the fringes of humanity, experimentation and much more. Setlist Villains Kingdom Illusion Ram’s Head Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA. Camera operators: Nick Johnston, Luc Londe, Anthony Jimenez, Jim Agius Video editing: Jim Agius & Timmy Lodhi Audio mixing: Paul Haile | http://www.greenhouserecording.com/ Recording engineer: Michael McCall Subscribe to Onstage on YouTube: http://bit.ly/OnstagewithJimandTom Subscribe to Onstage on iTunes: http://bit.ly/OnstagewithJimandTomiTunes http://www.facebook.com/onstagewithjimandtom http://www.onstagepodcast.com

Jim and Tom welcome Schlee to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 12/10/19. We talk with Schlee about her dreams, her music, her life, her new album and much more. Setlist Run Run Baby Went Like the Wind Yinz Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome On Drugs to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 12/3/19. We talk about being a cuck, various crimes they've committed, Uckhole Futah, things the band hates (Salt Lake City, Neptune, whales, kindergartners), meeting at church, a bad reviewer, drugs, creativity and much more. Setlist Smush Squish A Real Good Friend Always Licks the Bag Science Isn’t Real Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Shoobies to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 11/26/19. We talk about ghosts, the afterlife, Jacob’s gadgets, Alex’s astrology sign, who would win in a fight between Caleb’s grandfathers and much more. Setlist Super Malay High Low Shapes DNA Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Eki Shola to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 11/12/19. Eki Shola is a Sonoma County based musician who has released a number of albums in the last few years. We talk about the major life events (her mother’s passing, the North Bay fires) that led to her shifting towards a life of music. Setlist Ancient Cry Dreaming August Canyon Trapped Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Morning Hands to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 10/22/19. We talk about the difficult, seven-year journey to releasing their first full-length album and the triumph of putting it out into the world. We also discuss their personal relationship, pay tribute to friends lost, and explore what a blessing music has been in their lives. Setlist Simple Speak Moving Through Water Creeping Enemy Santa Fe Empty Everything Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Hizi to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 10/1/19. We talk about how this band has shaped them, friendship, growing older, their recent releases, the future, what Hizi has meant to them and more. Setlist Nothing Mattress / Silence is Deafening Noix Du Coix Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Slugger to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 9/24/19. We go in-depth with the band on their new full-length record “Let the Good Times Rot” and the seismic life events that they experienced on the six year path to this album. Setlist So Long, Kiddo Sell It to Your Friends Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Gabe Katz to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 9/17/19. We talk about his life of music, family, personal growth, managing emotions, love, what his solo music means to him, the importance of art to society and more. Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Oliver Graves to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 8/13/19. We talk about his America’s Got Talent appearance, his origin story, stand up comedy, his true self, his relationship with his fans and more. Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Caitlin Jemma to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 8/6/19. We talk about her new album “Love Notes”, different types of love, heartbreak, songwriting and much more. Setlist Counting On You One Thought Away Lean On My Love Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Ben Morrison to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 7/16/19. We talk about how The Brothers Comatose changed his life as well as his new solo album, having a stalker, old technology and more. Setlist Old Technology Let Me Be Feels Like the Devil 25 Miles Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome The Coffis Brothers to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 7/11/19. We talk about the history and characters of Ben Lomond (their hometown) as well as fast food tastes, which brother would betray the other first, the creative process and more. Setlist We Will Meet Again The Other Side Imagination  Too Good To Let Go Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Frankie Boots to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 7/2/19. We talk life, love, New Orleans, embracing the dark side and more as we go deep into how Frankie’s life has changed since he was last on the show. Setlist Harder Said Than Done Pagan Ranch Straight Shooter Hometown Stranger Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Jamie DeWolf to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 6/18/19. Jamie is a film director, a writer, a slam poet, a spoken word artist, a circus ringmaster and more. We talk about his creative work, what drives him, defining moments in his life, his conflict with Scientology and much more in this very personal conversation (over two hours!). Jamie hosts a monthly variety show in Oakland called Tourettes Without Regrets (http://touretteswithoutregrets.com/) and his creative work can be found at https://www.jamiedewolf.com/. Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Fall Children to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 6/11/19. Our far-reaching conversation with Fall Children explores where they’re at personally, politically, musically and more. Setlist Pure Thoughts This World Was Never Meant For You Grimm Kavanaugh's Koffin Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Jake Ward to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 5/28/19. Jake Ward is the producer of Sonoma County’s North Bay Cabaret - we talk variety shows, burlesque, the joys and challenges of show production, what drives a person to do this work, NBC’s recent five year anniversary and much more. Plus, Jake curates a very special set of performances. This episode features a wide-ranging and generous conversation with Lee about her personal story, mental health, empathy, society, the healing power of art, her music and much. Performances Oliver Graves Pauline Persichilli Jamie DeWolf Bella Dukessa Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Lee Vandeveer Band to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 5/21/19. This episode features a wide-ranging and generous conversation with Lee about her personal story, mental health, empathy, society, the healing power of art, her music and much. Setlist Angel from West County / Sunshine in the Rain Sing Away Some Kinda Fantasy Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Token Girl to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 5/14/19. Liss Leigh is the songwriter and vocalist of Token Girl - we talk about her music, astrology, queerness, love and much more. Plus, Liss reads Jim’s birth chart. Setlist Meet You There Sertraline Dreams Upside Down Ten Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Onstage with Jim and Tom celebrated 5 years with a special live episode on Saturday 3/30/19 featuring Tom's greatest Phoenix and Petaluma stories. Plus, a special performance of "Bohemian Rhapsody" led by Tom as the grand finale. Episode #150! Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome King Dream to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 5/7/19. Jeremy Lyon is the songwriter and vocalist of King Dream - we talk about his new album, the tumult that led to it, the personal growth that resulted from making it and much more. Setlist First World Problem Blues Demon Money + Power Patriot Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Lavender Scared to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 4/2/19. Our wide-ranging conversation (over 2 hours!) explores anarchy, free speech, societal change, activism, freedom, the personal as political and much more. Setlist Kill Your Sons When the Walls Break Cautionary Tale It Gets Bitter Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome State Faults to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/26/19. 2015: State Faults breaks up. 2019: State Faults is back! Our wide-ranging conversation explores the personal growth and pain of those intervening years and why it was time to bring State Faults back. Setlist Old Wounds Cities Teeth and Bones Moon Sign Gemini Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Impressions Collective to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/19/19. Our wide-ranging conversation explores political issues, religion, family, the music they make, what drives them to make it and much more. Setlist Black and Blue Excuse Me Miss Jazz Rhythm and Blues Conflict Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome LEX the Lexicon Artist to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/12/19. We talk about her “Raging Ego” release and how Lex’s own ego has influenced her art, her relationships, her childhood and the person she is today. Setlist Peep Game Curse of Creativity Artist Anthem Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Matt Jaffe | Onstage with Jim & Tom | 3/5/19 Jim and Tom welcome Matt Jaffe to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 3/5/19. Our wide-ranging discussion (over 80 minutes!) explores some of the major inflection points of his life, a capella hatred, iTunes library curation, Seinfeld references, modes (beast/airplane/sicko/a la), experiencing life through the lens of pop culture, emotions, a major hardship and much more. Setlist Chore Something in Your Eyes Write a Song About Me Reset Button Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Awesome Hotcakes to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 2/26/19. We talk about their polarizing band name, Spike’s wild childhood, songwriting, connection, vulnerability, soul, Sonoma Jazz Girlz and more. Setlist When I Hear Louis Sing I’m Alright Kidney Stew Cassette Tape Kid Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Kendra McKinley to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 2/12/19. We talk about her intimate new record, Big Sur, creative health, her path as an artist, Romantic Songs of the Patriarchy and much more. Setlist Face to Face Sink Fire Near and Faraway Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome The Freak Accident to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 2/5/19. We talk about their new record, abandoning hope, waking up from illusions you've had about life, heartbreak, death, power dynamics, speaking truth and more Setlist Blown Out 10,000 Miles of Bad Road Goodbye Hope Waking the Sleepwalker Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Bad Thoughts to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/29/19. We talk with the band about bad thoughts, their new release “All My Past Lives Ended Poorly” and their own personal past lives (which ended poorly). Setlist Enemies Kansas Past Lives Imaginary Friends Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Lapel to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/22/19. We talk about her deeply personal new album “Periphery” as well as feminism, reinvention, beacon moments and more. Setlist Lead Me Back to You Stop Opening the Door Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome VICE REINE to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/15/19. We talk about the influence of the Blue Rider art movement, polarity, contradictions, escapism, dystopia, their new album and much more. Setlist Sweet Dream Blue Rider Water Palace Break the News Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Lolly Gaggers to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/8/19. We talk about cozying up to society’s notion of the problematic homosexual, pornography, Craigslist, seminal fluid and much more. FYI - this is a very NSFW Onstage! Setlist Late Stage Capitulism What I Want 24th Street Thinking Of You Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Damper to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 1/3/19. We talk about life’s little moments, damper puns, burial preferences, the problem of evil in philosophy, creating personal vs political art and more. Setlist Panic Procession Cobwebs Cervantes Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Moon Sick to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 11/13/18. We talk about extraterrestrials, Exogen, “The Music Man”, video game music, dragons, the band’s journey to Earth, proto-punk, their creative dynamic and more. Setlist DSV (Deep Space Vampire) Hiccup Millions Fuckin’ Arcata Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcomes Ash Powell and her band to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 10/16/18. We talk about the meaning of life, qualia, identity, faith, music, life as a grand narrative, her personal evolution and much more in a wide-ranging conversation. Setlist Play Winter Up All Night Bound to Nowhere Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Everyone is Dirty to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 10/2/18. We talk about near death experiences, life, medicine, poetry, literary inspirations and much more in a very personal conversation. Setlist Xiola Lost Thing 3D Light Gold Chain Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Social Advocates for Youth is a Sonoma County nonprofit organization that provides support, opportunities and hope to children, youth and families. We talk about the SAY mission, the work SAY does, society’s attitude toward helping young people, trafficking, human services in Sonoma County, funding, why the guests have dedicated themselves to this organization and more. Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.

Jim and Tom welcome Gender Trash to the stage at the Phoenix Theater for an interview and performance on 9/25/18. We talk about gender, trash, trans, gender nonconformity, non-binary identities, representation, tolerance, progress, Sonoma County and much more in this very personal conversation. Setlist Doing A Thing (35:25) COMPOST (36:44) Sorry I’m An Asshole (39:40) Recorded at at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, CA.