Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

There has been a great deal of discussion about the "static" set list among fans. For those who are saying that this lack of spontaneity from Bruce is unheard of, I think they should read Mike Derrico's comments on Spontaneity and the Amnesia of Springsteen Fans https://derricountitled.com/2023/09/03/spontaneity-and-the-amnesia-of-springsteen-fans/ In today's episode Mike and I talk about set lists and Springsteen fandom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Franze has spent years working as a producer/engineer in the music industry. He and I had a wonderful discussion about this career, his love of music and about this podcast, The Jay Franze Show where he has guests from the music industry sharing inside stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allan Walsh @walsha loves Hockey, protecting his client's rights and music. He joins me today to talk all about his journey from Prosecutor to Hockey Agent. We also discuss the current tour and his love of Bruce's music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Travis I. Sivart @TravisISivart is a prolific author of Fantasy, Science Fiction, Social DIY, and more. He and I had a wonderful discussion talking about his roots in D&D, creating stories early in his childhood and how he's created a shared universe that connects his cyberpunk, fantasy, and steampunk worlds by a shared thread. His goal is to write characters that readers connect with and who feel real. For more information check out his website https://www.travisisivart.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Jesse today on the podcast is Benjamin Hackman, In 2011 this Toronto-born poet and composer created the multi-genre ensemble called The Holy Gasp. He shares his musical journey in creating a brand of music that strives to entertain fans and of theatrical, darkly comical and literary music. We discuss their new release ...And the Lord Hath Taken Away. To find out more go here - https://theholygasp.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Brad Page, the host & producer for the “I’m In Love With That Song” podcast joins me for a conversation all about music we love, the joys of podcasting and sharing those loves with others. Find out more about Brad and his podcast here https://lovethatsongpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimmy Buffett has passed from this life, I share a few memories, regrets and get on my soapbox (be warned) som songs NSFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Dolan @mikedolanny is a writer and a publisher and he is a passionate Springsteen fan. In today's discussion, we talk about how Bruce's music has influenced Mike tell his own stories and helps him help others tell their stories. #30daysofSpringsteen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September is a special month every year. Back in 2015, the first episode of Set Lusting Bruce was published. September is also Bruce's Birthday and I'm working to do a new Audio Birthday Card for him. I hope you contribute. #30daysofSpringsteen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel thought she was living the life she wanted even though she was miserable inside. She reached a point where she had to make a choice and once she did, she no longer looked back. Rachel and I had a wonderful conversation about her successfully changing careers (twice), successfully leaving a marriage and starting over. As she says, we only have this one life - don’t settle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tapping a multiracial family and prior careers on Broadway and in law, Stephanie Cotsirilos writes about injustice, humor, and resilience. In today's episode, she joined me to talk about her journey from the Arts, to Law School, to writing and how Joni Mitchell has kept her company during her journey. Find out more about Stephanie here and find her new book My Xanthi - https://www.stephaniecotsirilos.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A few months ago, Lou, Karen and I discussed one of Lou's favorite bands, The Tragically Hip. We released the episode on our YouTube Channel but for some reason, we never released this on Set Lusting Bruce. here is our discussion of a band that never found much success in the US but is beloved by most Canadians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Gregory lost her Grandmother in a violent death. This loss sent her down a path of unhealthy behavior and poor choices. She was able to find sobriety, however her remaining "but" was that she was not ready to offer forgiveness to the man who killed her Grandmother, till she was. The catalyst of this forgiveness story started in a Letter to You. Sarah joins me in a heart felt episode where she and I talk Forgiveness, Love, Acceptance and the healing power of music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After bouncing around the world, Gwen Tolios has settled in Chicago to write and coax her cat into cuddles. A magical ace unicorn, she writes short stories and novels for anyone who likes to read. In today's episode Gwen and I have a wonderful discussion about her different stories and her process of writing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle Rene DeBellis is the author of the multiple award-winning novel, The Music We Make. Her vision is to deliver entertaining stories that help us make sense of our humanity. We talk about her novel and how music helped inspire her writing. https://michellerenedebellis.com/ https://open.spotify.com/track/77g8muDRsyxZf4EQDWCOWO?si=R7QRwHwtRL--pEejO0qGBQ&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Holden is an Atlanta artist, comedian, and co-host of The Goblin's Corner, a tabletop and storytelling podcast on all your favorite podcasting platforms. We had a wonderful time visiting about different tabletop games and podcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the newest podcasts in the Pantheon family is the Metallica Report hosted by Renée Richardson and Steffan Chirazi Today they sit down with Jesse and discuss their background, their plans for the podcast and of course The Mary Question. Please go to your favorite podcast player and subscribe to The Metallica Report! https://megaphone.link/PAN8970693758 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick DeMatteo is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, music producer & recording engineer; a podcaster & podcast producer; a voice over artist & audio engineer; and a film & stage actor. In today's episode Nick and I talk about his musical journey, his love of the Bass and his podcast, Music is not a Genre. https://www.nickdematteo.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, I'm joined by Karin Freeland, Author and Life Coach. We talk about the band Weezer, we talk about changing your life's journey and about her Vagina. Karin's new book is The Ins and Outs of My Vagina: A Penetrating Memoir we discuss her life journey and how she stopped giving up on her dreams and now helps others make the same choices. https://www.karinfreeland.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mick Wall is the UK's best-known rock writer, author and TV and radio programme maker, and is the author of numerous critically-acclaimed books, including definitive, bestselling titles on Led Zeppelin (When Giants Walked the Earth), Metallica (Enter Night), AC/DC (Hell Ain't a Bad Place To Be), Black Sabbath (Symptom of the Universe), Lou Reed, The Doors (Love Becomes a Funeral Pyre) and Foo Fighters. In today's episode Mick and I talk about his latest book Life in the Fast Lane: The Eagles’ Reckless Ride Down the Rock & Roll Highway. We cover a wide range of topics and have a wonderful time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrea Morris @AMtoFMPromotion grew up in Ohio and was the one who got her brother into Bruce's Music. In today's episode, she and I talk about her seeing Bruce more than 50 times, how his music has had a major impact on her life. Andrea started AM to FM promotions after spending years in the radio business. She works with a group of talented artists helping them to build their fan base and reach their musical goals. https://amtofm.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the spirit of lighting a candle instead of cursing the darkness, Aaron, Matt and Tom decided to start their own Springsteen Podcast because they felt like there needed to be some additional positive energy out in the Springsteen world of fandom. https://www.youtube.com/@phishermanssecretgarden Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jody Maberry used to play outside for a living as a Park Ranger, while he still spends a great deal of time outside, he works inside publishing his own podcasts and helping businesses develop their own podcasts to help present a clear and concise message to their clients and their teammates. Jody & I talked podcasting, changing careers and how his son helped him find and love the music of Twenty One Pilots. Check out Jody's website here - https://jodymaberry.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shawn Poole's Springsteen fandom starting in the 80's. Through the years, he's attended multiple shows, been a frequent contributor to the Backstreets magazine and site sharing his thoughts on Bruce, his music and our fandom. He has started a new site https://www.letterstoyou.net/ to help fill some of the void left with Backstreets moving on. We had a wonderful discussion and I hope to have Shawn on often in the future. Please check out the episode and please go sign up for the website's mailing list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy L Bernstein writes stories that let readers feel while making them think. In today's episode, Amy & I have a wonderful time talking Joni Mitchell, modern music and her work as a writer and as a writing coach. Please check out her site here - https://amywrites.live/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leah Elson loves science and she thinks the rest of us should love it as well. In her career as a science communicator she has developed "60 seconds of Science" and "Reel Science." Leah and I discussed a wide range of topics including Leah's love of depressing Russian Literature at a young age, why she quit as a sportscaster and decided to pursue science by attending Harvard and that taught her if you are unhappy with your life pivot. She recently published a book called There are (no) stupid questions in science. To learn more about my wonderful guest go here https://www.leahelson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diane Foy has had many work lives, a fashion photographer, a makeup artist and an arts and entertainment publicist. She now uses this background and works with musical artists to help then develop their brand purpose. She joins Jesse to share her story and to talk about her love of Janet Jackson's music. Check out Diane here https://dianefoy.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lorraine Mangione and Donna Luff join Jesse to share stories from their Springsteen fandom and talk about the origins of their amazing book Mary Climbs In: The Journeys of Bruce Springsteen's Women Fans. Mary Climbs In illuminates this once overlooked but increasingly important and multi-faceted conversation about female audiences for Springsteen’s music. Drawing on unique surveys of fans themselves, the study offers insight into women’s experiences in their own voices. Here is the Amazon Link https://www.amazon.com/Mary-Climbs-Journeys-Bruce-Springsteens/dp/1978827180 find the book where ever you get your books! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raquel Drosos is the author of Games of Chance, a novel about adoptive siblings growing up in an Italian-American family in New Jersey. She is a graduate of Princeton University and has been writing since childhood. In today's episode she joins Jesse to talk about writing, cooking Italian Food and of course Bruce Springsteen's music! Find out more about Raquel and her book here - https://raqueldrosos.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After getting her Masters in Marine Biology, Amy Brookes knew that music was her calling so rowed ashore (sorry for the bad pun) and started making music. She is the co-founder of the band Low Tide Levee, she plays drums, writes and handles lead vocals. Jesse and her have an amazing time discussing her journey, her love of Led Zeppelin (it brought her and her husband together) and the release of their first album Land of the Lotus Eaters. Find out more about the band and Amy's music here - https://www.lowtidelevee.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conner Cherland says he chose music over a tech career and has never looked back. He joins Jesse to talk about his musical journey, his love of Volleyball and the plans for a new album. Find more about Conner here = https://www.youtube.com/@itsconnercherland/featured And to learn how to support his album go here - https://www.connercherland.com/gofundme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse Adams @TheIvyExile recently wrote a piece that was titled Bruce Springsteen Crosses the Picket Line (not his choice of a title). Here is the piece https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/bruce-springsteen-crosses-the-picket-line He joins Jesse to talk about his fandom, his disappointment with Bruce since Magic and other topics. They had a spirited yet polite discussion, how you will check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a new show joining our Pantheon Family. Keep up with all things Metallica by going straight to the source for your news. This weekly report is hosted by Steffan Chirazi, long-time rock scribe and editor of the band’s online mag, So What!, and Renée Richardson, a well-known Bay Area radio personality who now oversees the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands. Steffan and Renée will keep you in the loop each week with updates, features, and interviews. They’ll also get YOUR questions answered by those in the know. It’s your quick, weekly fix covering our most relevant topics of the day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ty Wilson has packed a lot of life experience into his young life thus far. Growing up in rural Ontario, music quickly became a life line for him. Ty’s Grandmother was a well-known Peterborough area country musician, opening for legends such as Johnny Cash in the early 60’s. She bought him his first guitar at 10 years old and he hasn’t slowed down since. In today's episode he sits down with Jesse to share his musical journey, his influences, his experiences with different producers and his plans for recording here in Texas. We also talk about his side gig, fronting the Ultimate Bob Seeger Entertainment Experience Please go check out his indigo campaign https://igg.me/at/ty-wilson/x/24687825 and listen to his music here - tywilsonmusic.com and here againstthewind.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Heroek and Jesse discuss a little bit of everything from the NBA Draft, Twenty One Pilots and Heroek's own creative work. You can find more about his music and his podcast here - Music Artist, Host of Hero's Journey podcast, Founder of Hero's Journey Records Instagram | YouTube | Spotify | Twitch | Apple Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nancy Norbeck @fycuriositypod firmly believes that creativity is not the realm of the chosen few and that we are all creative. She discusses that with Jesse in today's episode and shares her love of the band a-ha. She discusses finding the band that many think of a one hit wonder and the hours of music enjoyment they have given her including seeing them live in Radio City Music Hall. They also talk about Nancy's podcast Follow Your Curiosity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Kristen Weiss @KirstenWeiss joins Jesse to talk about her writing in the "cozy mystery" genre, her time overseas and how spending time learning how to read a Tarot Deck helped to inflence one of her book series. They also talk about her Pie Town Baking Mysteries including the book - Pie Hard! For more information about https://www.kirstenweiss.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this year, Jaymes joined me on the podcast and somehow our recordings got misplaced. So after a much too long delay, here is my discussion with Toronto poet and musician - Jaymes Buckman Find out more here - https://linktr.ee/hotapollo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael @PreDadBod joins Jesse from North Carolina and shares stories of his Springsteen fandom. He talks about his love of Missouri Sports, his love of music. trying to meet Bruce over the years and then bringing his daughter to her first show and how Uncle Bruce waved at her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Tyler Foley (or STF as he's affectionately known) is an accomplished film and stage performer and has been acting in film and television since he was 6 years old. Jesse and Tyler discuss his career, his love of music and how his entertainment background is allowing him to help others confidently take the stage and impact an audience with their stories. He is currently the Managing Director of Total Buy In and author of the #1 best-selling book The Power to Speak Naked. https://www.seantylerfoley.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Berman reached out and shared how much he loved the podcast and wanted to join me to share his story. We talk about Mark's journey and he has a unique answer to The Mary Question! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we get off the Music Train and go into a wonderful discussion of Podcasting, Fatherhood and creativity. Mark Savant is passionate about entrepreneurship and helping others build cash flow. He runs a podcast agency, mastermind, and the After Hours Entrepreneur Podcast He and Jesse had a lovely time discussing a wide range of topics. If you have the podcast bug, stay tuned to the end for a wonderful offer https://marksavantmedia.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clementine is the founding member of ZEPPARELLA. She tackles the best rock drumming ever written with her own emotionally powerful style, bringing the Motown influence of the Bonham groove to the forefront. In today's episode she shares her musical journey with Jesse and they discuss her book From Bonham to Buddha and Back: The Slow Enlightenment of the Hard Rock Drummer Clemthegreat.com Amazon: https://a.co/d/69wAIDh Facebook: ClementineDrum Instagram: Clemthegreat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Preda @StevePredaCom built and sold an investment banking firm in Europe before moving to the United States. Since 2012, he has helped over 100 businesses grow their teams, revenues, and profits as a business coach, EOS Implementer, and Pinnacle Business Guide. In today’s episode Jesse and he discuss Steve’s love of Bruce Springsteen and also explore the “Why” of this podcast! Find out more about Steve’s books, his coaching and his podcast by going to https://stevepreda.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Ulrika Karlsson is an intuitive empath with an interesting background that resonates with, and fascinates many. Her expertise is stress management, sacred sexuality, yoga philosophy, feminine/masculine, inner leadership, Soul - and Karma clearings. In today's episode we discuss her work, her books including "Holy F*ck and Sacred Water-The Secret Connections to Everything and multiple other topics. To learn more about Ulrika - https://ulliskarlsson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuart Carlson is a gifted musician and a sought-after composer/arranger. He is also a autism advocate. He joins Jesse to talk about his musical influences, his journey as a musician and what is next in his career. To find out more about Stuart go here - https://stuartcarlson.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mick joins Jesse to share his love of Ian Hunter and talks about the many connections between Ian and the E Street Band, including how The core of the E Street Band: Garry Tallent (bass), Roy Bittan (keyboards), and drummer Max Weinberg, are the backing band on You're Never Alone with a Schizophrenic, the fourth solo studio album by Ian Hunter. Contact [email protected], read his novel at Burning America https://www.amazon.com/Burning-America-Best-Interest-Children/dp/1956353259/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=, or join his community at Burning America Community on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/burningamericacommunity/ as well as for coaching, and your internet, voice, and social media needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fellow Spring-Nut, Jennie Burke @jennieburke joins Jesse to talk about her experience seeing Bruce with her daughter in Baltimore, where one of them received a harmonica from the man himself. They also discuss losing brothers and dealing with that grief. The episode had it all, laughter, tears, joy and sorrow. After listening to it, please share with someone else and go to Jennie's website for more data about her. https://www.jennieburke.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barry Lyga and Jesse Jackson go back to the early 90's when they were both part of a APA dedicated to the DC Comics The Teen Titans. Back then he was a student and an inspiring writer, he is now the author of 24 novels in various genres. He is also a dedicated Springsteen fan, in fact in one of his books, he has a character that only talks in Springsteen lyrics! Jesse and he catch up, talk comics, music and of course The Mary Question. https://barrylyga.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 5, 2015 Phil Barth has what was labeled at the time a "small" heart attack. As he said, if that was small, I'd hate to see medium. In today's episode, Phil and Jesse talk about better days, foucsing on the good in our lives and spreading joy. Find out more about Phil here https://philbarth.com/ including details about his book Great Things Happen Every Day: Finding joy with family, friends and banana milkshakes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices