Two long-time friends and musicians talk about music, life, society, technology and so many other fun and interesting things in this podcast aimed at trying to understand why we get dumber as we get wiser.
Finally! Finally, finally, the WisDumb Podcast is back. After a 9-month hiatus, Joey and Kelly are back and bringing Episode 26 in fine 2021 fashion. We saw how 2020 was going and were like, eh, maybe we should sit this one out. JK. We've been extremely busy with side projects that have turned into passion projects which have then turned into major projects. We talk about them here. So, listen in and let us know what you think! Recording Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 5:30 pm EST Airing: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 - 8:00 am EST Host: Joey Gabra a.k.a. J-Gabz of Audio Epidemic Co-host: Kelly Kusumoto a.k.a. KMKanDrum Guest: n/a Runtime: ~78 min Music: "#4" by KMKanDrum ©2021 All rights reserved.
Episode 25: What will you do when COVID-19 belongs to the memories? The guys talk about the only topic worth talking about at the moment. But instead of pondering conspiracy theories or when the world is going to end, they focus on some positives and what they look forward to most when this thing is in the rearview mirror. Recording Date: 4/3/2020 - 10:30PM EST Airing: 4/6/2020 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Guest: n/a Runtime: ~82 min Music: "Don't Wait Up" by FREaKS © 2001
The guys interview YouTube coin-collecting sensation and entrepreneur, Max Hockley. They try to learn more about precious metals and the guy on YouTube telling tens of thousands of people all about it. They get to know him better, what other ventures he is involved in, what his hobbies are, and what's behind the guy famously known as "The Silverpicker." Recording Date: 3/11/2020 - 10:00PM EST Airing: 3/17/2020 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Guest: Max Hockley aka, The Silverpicker Runtime: ~78 min Music: "Draped in Armor" by Plastik Glasses 2018 Links: Silverpicker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQMSG5hAo7ghn_VcCL_GKw cakemyday_il (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/cakemyday_il/ Julius Bryant: juliusbryant.com Barbara Finkelstein on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarafinkelstein/ Glen Hockley on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8beTr3v5O-A9HxUI1RsOYg
The guys talk about how their music creates a legacy people in the future can listen to. They also get into what it's like to raise a family away from their hometown and how it relates to, of all things, coronavirus, and how coronavirus relates to raising kids and leaving a legacy. It's one big life circle! Recording Date: 3/10/2020 - 11:00AM EST Airing: 3/12/2020 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~96 min Music: "I Drowned" by Plagiarhythm ©1996
Episode 22: 01110011 01101001 01101101 01110101 01101100 01100001 01110100 01101001 01101111 01101110 The guys talk about AI and machine learning. Joey tries to describe the difference between the two, how both affect his businesses and the world as a whole. They try to keep things positive and not go down the enticing but easy hole of negativity and dystopia. Hear what they think about technology, where it's going, and how we can benefit from it. Recording Date: 2/5/2020 - 12:00PM EST Airing: 2/10/2020 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~78 min Music: "Leave it Behind" by Beggar's Ride © 2004
Lots of tech talk as the guys discuss the new iPhone, Apple in general, Oculus, and how tech is forming the way new generations learn and handle patience. Also, being a dad and a podcast host isn't always easy! Recording Date: 11/6/2019 - 12:30PM EST Airing: 11/11/2019 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~88 min Music: "In the House" by FREaKS © 1998
Back from the dead, the guys are Getting it back on! They catch up and talk about trying to join a band, youtube musicians, tech talk, raising kids as automation grows, and what's in store for the technological future! Recording Date: 10/2/2019 - 12:30PM EST Airing: 10/7/2019 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~129 min Music: "Get it On" by Beggar's Ride ©2004
The guys catch up on life after a month hiatus. They talk about traveling with babies, living and losing man's best friend, finding their tone and whether or not the singularity is on the horizon. Recording Date: 5/30/2019 - 1:00PM EST Airing: 6/3/2019 Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~112 min Music: "The Petulance That Lingers" by Plastik Glasses (c) 2019 Links: Plastik Glasses Homepage
The guys pick up where they left off last week, talking about video games and lego sets and what that has to do with men's health, parenthood, mortality, and eating a bucket of KFC's finest! Recording Date: 03/27/2019 11:00 AM ET Airing: 04/15/2019 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~106 min Music: "Down and Out" by FREaKS 2000
This episode was so long, it had to be split into two. Here's part one where the guys talk about what's new with smartphones and other tech in 2019. Recording Date: 03/27/2019 11:00 AM ET Airing: 04/01/2019 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~59 min Music: "Caught Red Handed" by FREaKS 2000
The guys talk about revisiting old hobbies, starting new hobbies, prepping for a baby, coming to grips with being married, and the craziness of being a parent. Oh, and Girl Scout Cookies! Recording Date: 02/20/2019 11:30 AM ET Airing: 02/25/2019 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~78 min Music: "Killed a Rose" by Out of Grey 2009
The guys dive into 2019 by complaining about the weather and how their new Tesla's combat the cold and rain and snow! Then they share how they quit smoking and are starting to pay more attention to health and how to make the most of the time we have here on this wonderfully dynamic planet. Recording Date: 01/30/2019 11:30 AM ET Airing: 02/04/2019 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: 75 min Music: "Same Old Fire" by Beggar's Ride ©2003
The guys talk about all that went down in 2018 in the WisDumb universe and what's in store for 2019. From smartphones to music to dadhood to missing LA and even a look into their lives with a Tesla! Recording Date: 01/11/2019 1:00 PM ET Airing: 01/14/2019 11:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~75 min Music: "Knockin" by FREaKS ©2000
Joey and Kelly sit down with Rik and Christa Collins from The Woolly Bandits just before the holidays. They discuss the opening of SGV Sound Recording and Rehearsal Studios in Alhambra, CA as well as talk about music new and old, what it's like going through a laundry list of drummers, and how they've been able to last so long in the grueling and unforgiving LA music scene. Recording Date: 12/20/18 1:00 PM ET Airing: 12/31/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~65 min Music: "Schwinn" by The Woolly Bandits 2009 Guest(s): Rik & Christa Collins of The Woolly Bandits References: Links: SGV Sound on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SGVSOUND/ The Woolly Bandits on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/The-Woolly-Bandits-153975544625205/ SGV Sound Homepage https://www.sgvsound.com The Woolly Bandits Homepage http://www.thewoollybandits.com The Woolly Bandits on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1447989962?ls=1&app=itunes New Single on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/album/id1447986155?ls=1&app=itunes The Woolly Bandits on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh4Uwv0gpaw
The guys talk about Thanksgiving plans and future traditions. They also talk about creating new music and the importance of chemistry. Joey rounds it out by reviewing the new iPad Pro, the good and the bad! Recording Date: 11/21/18 9:15 PM ET Airing: 12/03/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~80min Music: "Highway to Laughlin" by Beggar's Ride 2003
The guys catch up on the past week and talk about why they didn't vote in this year's super important midterm elections. Kelly gives an update on his pregnant wife and why he talks to the womb. Joey gives his non-spoiler review of "Bohemian Rhapsody," and they make plans to record some podcasts in sunny Los Angeles over the holidays. Recording Date: 11/9/18 1:15 PM ET Airing: 11/19/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~55min Music: "Soles Worn Thin" by FREaKS 2001
The guys catch up after a month break, talking about smartphones, video games, movies, music, and how government experiments make great documentaries and how stranger than fiction stories are so addicting! Recording Date: 11/1/18 1:15 PM ET Airing: 11/5/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~tdb Music: "Breathe" by Out of Grey 2009 Links: Detroit: Become Human: https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/detroit-become-human-ps4/ God of War: https://godofwar.playstation.com/ Horizon Zero Dawn: https://www.playstation.com/en-us/games/horizon-zero-dawn-ps4/ We Happy Few: http://www.wehappyfewgame.com/ Three Identical Strangers: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7664504/ Searching for Sugar Man: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2125608/?ref_=nv_sr_1 XY MIDI Pad: https://amptonelab.com/products/xy-midipad/ KORG Kaoss Pad: https://www.korg.com/us/products/dj/kaoss_pad_quad/
The guys talk more about parenting, the road to Hana, abortion, life in and visiting San Antonio, TX, and so much more! Recording Date: 9/21/18 10:00 PM CT Airing: 10/1/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~90 min Music: "More Than You'll Ever Know" by FREaKS 1998
The guys talk about switching from iPhone to Android, reminisce about their music days again, and somehow stumble upon the great unknown...death; how they cope and say goodbye, and why it's so essential to living your best life. Recording Date: 9/5/18 11:30 PM ET Airing: 9/10/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~70 min Music: "Horizon" by FREaKS ©2000
Reminiscing on their days in bands, the guys come to grips with change and age. They still love to rock just as long as they are comfortable doing so. Recording Date: 8/23/18 11:30 ET Airing: 8/27/18 9:30 AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~83 min Music: "Fighting the Fear" by Beggar's Ride 2002
The guys interview Game Designer and co-owner of Saltie Games LLC, Gonçalo Pereira while Kelly is in Lisbon, Portugal. They discuss the inner workings of the mobile, pc, and console game industry among other various gamer and non-gamer details. Recording Date: 8/12/18 11:30 AM CT / 5:30 PM GMT+1 Airing: 8/13/18 11:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~83 min Music: "Something Like That" by FREaKS 1999 Guest(s): Gonçalo Pereira, Game Designer & Co-Owner of Saltie Games, LLC
The boys span a wide range of topics from traveling to road rage, obsessing over parenthood, fantasizing about playing in the Foo Fighters and anything you can imagine in-between! Recording Date: 8/1/18 Airing: 8/2/18 9:30 AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~82 min Music: "Never See You Again" by FREaKS 1999
Joey and Kelly discuss parenthood from the father's perspective. A father of three, Joey recalls his experiences to Kelly, who is actively planning to start a family of his own. Kelly tries to ask many of the questions future fathers ponder over in this episode from the male side of parenting. Recording Date: 7/12/18 9:30PM ET Airing: 7/16/18 8:30AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~85 min Music: "The One That Fell" by Plagiarhythm 1996
Joey and Kelly discuss all things video games. From the games themselves to the culture and gaming society, as well as the game industry. Listen as they reminisce about the old, study up on the new, and ponder about the future of video games. Recording Date: 6/22/18 12:00 PM ET Airing: 7/2/18 10:30 AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: ~72 min Music: Wash Away by FREaKS 1999
Joey and Kelly talk with Steve Winyard about GDPR as well as some of Steve's other companies like AVSecure, ICM Registry and more. They get into Steve's musical background and how music has helped each of them in their careers. Recording Date: 6/15/18 1:00 PM ET Airing: 6/25/18 6:30 AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: 59 min Music: Different Kinda People by Like The Rain (Courtesy of Steve Winyard) Guest(s): Steve Winyard
Joey & Kelly discuss which devices they use personally and professionally, and their pros and cons. They both contemplate ending their long-term relationship with Apple products. Recording Date: 6/10/18 @10:00 PM ET Airing: 6/11/18 @10 AM ET Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: 65 min Music: "Get Out" by Out of Grey 2009 Guest(s): none References: none
Recording Date: 5/25/18 12:30 PM EDT Airing: 5/28/18 11 AM EDT Host: Joey Gabra Co-Host: Kelly Kusumoto Runtime: 45 min Music: Those Days Are Gone by Beggar's Ride In their first ever podcast, Joey and Kelly discuss the state of music and whether or not it is better or worse now than in decades past. They talk about their beginnings as musicians as well as how music has evolved throughout their lives. They also ponder on where music is headed and whether they think it will get better or worse. Please subscribe to our podcast. Thanks for your support!
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