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Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes A Podcast

Chris DeMakes of Less Than Jake discusses the ins and outs of songwriting with a variety of guests from the world of music.

Chris DeMakes

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Show overview

Chris DeMakes A Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 460 episodes, alongside 54 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 490 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 58 min and 1h 11m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 53 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 102 episodes published. Published by Chris DeMakes.

Episodes
460
Running
2020–2026 · 6y
Median length
1h 4m
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Chris DeMakes A Podcast, hosted by Chris DeMakes of the legendary punk rock band Less Than Jake, features guests who have written iconic songs, exploring their backstory, creation, inspiration, and significance. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into a specific track from renowned artists, with guests providing untold stories and fascinating details. From chart-toppers to hidden gems across various genres and eras, the podcast offers a rich listening experience. Chris's passion for music and songwriting fuels engaging discussions on lyrics, melodies, production techniques, and cultural context. Combining informative storytelling, interviews, and analysis, the podcast appeals to music lovers, die-hard fans, and anyone curious about the songwriting process. It provides insight into the artistry behind timeless songs, making it perfect for those seeking inspiration or simply wanting to immerse themselves in musical magic.

Latest Episodes

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Throwback Thursday: Matt Skiba discusses Alkaline Trio’s “Time to Waste”

Jun 25, 20261h 9m

Ep. 309: Shawna Potter discusses War On Women’s “Messages Unsent”

Jun 22, 20261h 4m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#80 - #61)

Jun 18, 20261h 0m

Ep. 308: John Hampson discusses Nine Days “If I Am”

Jun 15, 20261h 23m

Throwback Thursday: Roger Lima discusses Less Than Jake’s “Sunny Side”

Jun 11, 20261h 0m

Ep. 307: Peter Stuart discusses Dog’s Eye View’s “Everything Falls Apart”

Jun 8, 20261h 17m

Throwback Thursday: JR Wasilewski discusses Less Than Jake’s “Walking Pipebomb”

Jun 4, 20261h 3m

Ep. 306: Dee Snider discusses Twisted Sister’s “I Wanna Rock”

Jun 1, 20261h 53m

THE THUNDRED: The 100 Greatest One Hit Wonders of All Time (#100 - #81)

May 28, 20261h 0m

Ep. 305: Geoff Downes discusses Asia’s “Heat of the Moment”

May 25, 20261h 11m

Throwback Thursday: Duncan Redmonds discusses Snuff’s “Nick Northern”

May 21, 20261h 15m

Ep. 304: Steve Soboslai discusses Punchline’s “Heart Transplant”

May 18, 20261h 11m

Throwback Thursday: Geoff Rickly discusses Thursday’s “Signals Over the Air”

May 14, 20261h 9m

Ep. 303: Josh Fiedler discusses The Juliana Theory’s “Do You Believe Me?”

May 11, 20261h 15m

Throwback Thursday: A discussion on Biz Markie’s “Just A Friend”

May 7, 202658 min

Ep. 302: Linus Dotson discusses Linus of Hollywood’s “Thank You for Making Me Feel…Better”

May 4, 202655 min

Throwback Thursday: Songs That Changed The World

Apr 30, 202632 min

Ep. 301: Ken Block discusses Sister Hazel’s “Change Your Mind”

Apr 27, 20261h 21m

Throwback Thursday: Jacoby Shaddix discusses Papa Roach’s “Last Resort”

Apr 23, 20261h 13m

Ep. 300: Chris Ballew discusses The Presidents of The United States of America’s “Kitty”

Apr 20, 20261h 14m
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