Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

As we continue to make our way through the holiday season, Jesse is joined by Nick “The Philly Elvis” talking about a fund raising event he’s involved in that is helping fight the effects of drug addiction and abuse in the New Jersey area. https://www.gofundme.com/stand-up-against-heroin-addiction Lonely this Christmas https://soundcloud.com/user-551378112/lonely-this-christmas-master-1 Nick’s Twitter @PhillyElvis Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Texas A&M Student Matthew Aucoin is asked about visiting Philadelphia in September 2016, he is able to brag about more than getting a great Cheese Steak. In this episode, Jesse talks to Matt and hears his story of playing No Surrender with Bruce and the E Street Band! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9fiU8XwhMw Matt’s Twitter - @Matthew_Aucoinn Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week features another episode with our favorite English Teacher Jay Armstrong (http://writeonfighton.org/) to discuss our favorite rare Springsteen songs. Jay goes deep into the vault and Jesse has his share of lesser known songs as well. We also discuss the results of our poll, “Does Mary get in the Car?”. Jay’s Twitter – @writeonfighton Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse Meets Bruce! In today’s episode, Jesse meets Bruce. Jesse recorded his thoughts on the way down to Austin, got some stories from people in line and then recorded his thoughts after meeting Bruce. Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jesse is joined by Aron and he not only shares his Springsteen story but he also has a HBO (Hot Bruce Opinion) about ticket sales. Aron is full of passion for The Boss and for what he thinks some of us are doing to ourselves when we order tickets. This is a fun one and remember that his advice is coming from a place of love! Aron’s Twitter - @aronkozin Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Ellen Bren and she shares her Springsteen story. Her story includes her getting horrible news right before her wedding, her ultimate triumphant journey and her meeting with Bruce at a bookstore appearance. Please enjoy Ellen’s story and join her in giving thanks! Ellen’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ellen.bren?fref=ts Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JB Clark from Springsteen sings the Alphabet http://alphabeticalspringsteen.com/ shares his gratitude post. JB’s Twitter @lettersclark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 71 Stan Happy Thanksgiving week! In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by repeat guest Stan Goldstein. Stan shares his Springsteen story and talks about the origins of his tour book and business. Stan is filled with joy and his Springsteen tour is truly a trip to the holy land for us Bruce fans. Stan’s Twitter @Stan_Goldstein Njrockmap.com Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Book Signing 8 – Lisa In another episode where Jesse talks to Springsteen fans who were able to attend a Bruce book store appearance, Lisa shares her story of her 2nd meeting with Bruce and how it went better than her first. Lisa’s Twitter - @JerseyGirl0204 Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 7 - Mark Former Set Lusting Bruce guest Mark Donald sends his Gratitude Message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 70 Steve Today Jesse is joined by music writer Steve Wosaha. They share Steve’s Springsteen journey. They talk about first impressions of hearing Greetings and how the early hype for Bruce’s music may have set up unrealistic expectations. Please download and share the episode. Please go to iTunes to rate and review the podcast it helps us find new listeners. Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Steve @swosahla http://nodepression.com/users/steve-wosahla Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WTC Amy Kids who Care – 2 We continue to share stories from our listeners about causes that help to make the world a better place. In today’s episode Amy talks about Kids Who Care, a Fort Worth Texas organization that helps children to develop their artistic and creative side while helping then to learn important leadership skills. You can find out more details at www.kidswhocare.org 817737KIDS (5437) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 6 - Phillip Fellow podcaster and fellow Nightwing fan Phillip calls in to share his gratitude post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode - Dylan We continue our series of sharing stories from the Springsteen fandom who were able to attend a book store appearance. Today we are joined by Dylan as he shares his story and his Mom’s story of meeting the man! Dylan’s Twitter - @maccamcmanus Dylan’s podcast http://maccasrezradio.podomatic.com/ Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Previous guest Candace calls in to share her Gratitude post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Take Care of our Own – Jay Special Olympics It’s the season of giving and Jesse is going to be turning over his podcast platform to friends of the podcast and letting them share about a charity they love and support. The guest will share why they believe in the cause and how in their own way they are trying to take care of their own. In the first of what Jesse hopes is many podcast Jay shares about his school raising money for Special Olympics in a write a thon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 4 – Jeannie In today’s Gratitude post, recent SLB guest Jeannie shares the thank you letter she wrote to Bruce and dropped it off at the book store appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 3 – Rob Today my podcast leader Rob Southgate shares his gratitude post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 69 The Return of Peter from Blogness on the Edge of Town - Set Lusting Bruce In today’s episode Peter Chianca from the great Springsteen blog – Blogness on the Edge of Town returns to talk about the 2nd half of the US River Tour, the autobiography and how Bruce continues to surprise and motivate us. He also talks about his wonderful tongue in cheek article about us older fans and our love of the boss. Peter’s Blog http://springsteen.wickedlocal.com/#axzz4OinXrs00 Peter’s tongue in cheek open leader to Bruce http://springsteen.wickedlocal.com/2016/08/27/middle-aged-fans-to-bruce-springsteen-cut-it-out-were-exhausted/#axzz4OinXrs00 Peter’s Twitter @blogness Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode - Robin The podcast continues it’s walk through the bookstore talking to fans who were able to get their moment in the spotlight talking to Bruce and getting their photo taken at bookstores across the USA (but not in Texas not that Jesse is bitter). In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Texan Robin. Robin shares her story of flying off to Sweden for a quick weekend trip to see Bruce and her flying to the great Northwest to share with Bruce one of his own catch phrases. Hope you enjoy hearing this one as much as Jesse and Robin had recording it. Robin’s Twitter - @VarnerRobin Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 2 – John John from Bruce book starts us off with his gratitude message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish - Episode 1: Jesse It’s November and many people including Jesse posts a gratitude post each day on their Facebook page. For each day of November, you take a few moments and share on your page something you are thankful to have in your life. It could be family, friends, music, food, beverages or even a TV show. Jesse doesn’t think he can get enough online fans to share with him a recording of them saying what they are thankful for but he’s going to try. Send your thank you list to Jesse at [email protected] if you want him to read you note or you can record a short message and send it to him at 214-736-3121. To start the month off, Jesse talks about this podcast and what it has meant to him. The podcast continues it’s walk through the bookstore talking to fans who were able to get their moment in the spotlight talking to Bruce and getting their photo taken at bookstores across the USA (but not in Texas not that Jesse is bitter). In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Texan Robin. Robin shares her story of flying off to Sweden for a quick weekend trip to see Bruce and her flying to the great Northwest to share with Bruce one of his own catch phrases. Hope you enjoy hearing this one as much as Jesse and Robin had recording it. Robin’s Twitter - @VarnerRobin Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another chapter of the story of fans meeting Bruce at book store appearances, Jesse is joined by Amy Cavanaugh. She shares her Springsteen story where she shares his birthday, her dancing with Bruce during She’s the One before Courtney Cox was even born and her passion for going to see live music. Amy shares her experience of meeting him and what her message was to Bruce during her six seconds. Amy’s Facebook account https://www.facebook.com/amyrmaid923?fref=ts Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Book 4 Jeannie It’s time for another episode talking to a fan that got to meet Bruce during one of his book appearances. In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Jeannie Fino. She shares about taking her daughter to her first show and how she wrote a thank you letter to Bruce that she was able to drop off at the signing. She also talks about her photo not coming out and getting a 2nd photo taken! Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Jeannie Fino Twitter - @JeannieFino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Book 3 – Stan We continue our series of episodes featuring fans who got to attend one of the Bruce book signings. In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Bruce historian and Jersey Tour Guild Stan Goldstein. Stan shares how he was lucky enough to get tickets for not one but two book signings as well as Bruce’s appearance in New York. Stan’s Twitter @Stan_Goldstein Njrockmap.com Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Book 2 – Trudie In our 2nd episode talking to Bruce fans who got to see Bruce during his book appearances, Jesse is joined by Trudie Coleman. Trudie does a great job of representing the west coast and more “seasoned” fans. They also talked about her seeing the Beatles live and their mutual love of the great Harry Chapin. Trudie Twitter @trudeball Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first of several Bruce bookstore appearances, Jesse is joined by Kathy Esposito. Kathy shares her Springsteen story and the special message she wanted to tell Bruce during her “six seconds of contact.” Kathy’s Twitter @jerseykathy31 Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 68 Joyce New York Serenade - Set Lusting Bruce In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by blogger Joyce Bassett. They talk about Joyce’s blog, her Springsteen journey and how her husband has been her good companion on this part of the ride! Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Joyce Twitter @joyceB10Bassett Joyce blog - https://brucespringsteenserenade.wordpress.com/author/joycebassett/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 67 Jay Thunder Road - Set Lusting Bruce In today’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce Jesse and 3 time guest Jay Armstrong take a trip down Thunder Road. Jay brings his background as a English teacher and as a writer to explore one of Bruce’s most popular songs. Jay and Jesse consider Thunder Road to be a modern classic both as a song and as a poem. Robert Frost, Romeo and Juliet, and the movie Notting Hill are just some of the references that are brought up in the discussion. Jay also pops Jesse’s bubble and points out that Jesse’s been listening to the song wrong all his life! Robert Frost The Road Not Taken https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUaQgRiJukA Bruce singing Thunder Road for 40 years https://vimeo.com/156947207 Jay’s website - http://writeonfighton.org/ Jay’s Twitter @writeonfighton Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 66 Cyrus Set Lusting Bruce This week Jesse is joined by Professor of Political Science Cyrus Ernesto Zirakzadeh. Ernie (as his friends call him & I’m honored he included me in that list) wrote a paper called “Bad Lands and Good Lovin’: Bruce Springsteen and the American Pastoral Tradition” which discusses Bruce’s music and the themes covered in those messages. They do share Ernie’s Springsteen journey and why waiting on a Sunny Day has a special meaning for him and his bride. If you want to give Ernie feedback on his thoughts please reach out to him at [email protected] As always you can reach the show at [email protected] Jesse twitter @jessejacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is the 67th Birthday of the man himself, Bruce Springsteen. Here is a quick episode with Jesse reading Wendy Parnell’s wonderful children’s book Born to Run the story of Johnny 99. https://wendyparnell.com/product/born-to-run/ Our friends over at BruceBook are trying to raise money for a local food back in honor of Bruce’s birthday. If you have a little something you can spare, it will be appreciated. Please mention that this is in honor of Bruce Springsteen! http://www.foodbankmoc.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 65 Lee Tramps Like Us Podcast - Set Lusting Bruce In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Springsteen podcaster Lee McCormack. His podcast is Tramps Like Us. They have a great discussion about Lee’s musical background, his Springsteen fandom and Lee’s podcast. Please check it out and give us a little love on iTunes with a 5 star review! Jesse’s twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Lee’s twitter – @TRAMPSLIKEUSpod Lee’s podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/tramps-like-us/id1083135125?mt=2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ep 64 Brandon Blog it all Night - Set Lusting Bruce In this weeks episode, Jesse is joined by Springsteen blogger Brandon Thompson from Blog it All Night. They discuss this latest set of shows, Brandon’s Springsteen journey and how Brandon started the blog. Please share with your friends on all social media to help us find more listeners and please remember to go to iTunes and rate and review us! Jesse’s Twitter – @jessejacksondfw Brandon Thompson ‘s blog www.blogitallnight.com Brandon’s Twitter – @blogitallnight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 63 Mark Donald Set Lusting Bruce In this episode Jesse is joined by another Canadian Bruce Bud, Mark Donald. They talk about Mark’s Springsteen journey and how much Mark loves to hear Bruce play that guitar. Hope you enjoy it. If you get a chance please go to iTunes to rate and review the show! Jesse’s Twitter is JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 62.2 Jesse NJ Trip wrap up Set Lusting Bruce In a final episode for this week, Jesse talks about the set list on the 8/25 show and shares some audio he recorded while tailgating. It was a magical trip and a wonderful show. Jesse’s Twitter is @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62.1 A short conversation with Jesse and Alli Scales sitting on her porch talking about the trip. The cover the show and all the wonderful times shared during Jesse and Chris’ visit. Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62 Today’s episode is a short one. Jesse records some quick thoughts as he gets ready to fly home from his trip to see Bruce at Met Life Stadium and after he toured the Jersey show seeing the Bruce Highlights. More stuff coming this week! Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 61 Geoff - Set Lusting Bruce This week Jesse’s traveling to Springsteen Holy Land and attending his first show in the Northeast. He will be recording audio from the meet ups during the trip but for now, here is a discussion with Geoff Smith a Bruce Fan from down under. Geoff shares his Springsteen story that started in Scotland and ended up in Australia. Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 60 Jesse Bruce Live Song Wish List - Set Lusting BruceJesse and his son Chris are headed to the swamps of Jersey to attend Bruce’s show on 8/25 in Met Life Stadium. Like most hard core fans, Jesse has a wish list of songs he’d like to hear during the show. In this short episode, Jesse puts his request out to the universe hoping that he strikes some song gold and gets one of them during the show. He’s looking forward to meeting lots of Bruce fans the night before and before the show. Follow him on Twitter to find out more details on where and when to meet. Jesse’s twitter is JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a tough time lately with the political situation and the violence happening in different cities. It’s easy to be depressed and to embrace the darkness. In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow podcaster Rob Carmack (Bruce Springsteen sings the alphabet) to talk about songs by both Bruce and other artists that will lift your spirits. They also talk about tea parties, Rob’s podcast and Jesse’s desire for Bruce to do a gospel album. Rob’s Twitter @RobCarmack Rob and JB’s podcast http://alphabeticalspringsteen.com/podcast/ Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To make up for no episode last week, here is a 2nd episode for the week. Jesse is joined by writer Molly Eichel. She just wrote an article for Philly.com called “I love Bruce Springsteen, and my fiancé loves Phish. How our intense fandom made us fall in love.” http://articles.philly.com/2016-06-30/entertainment/74098289_1_jesse-bruce-springsteen-phish You know with a headline like that Jesse couldn’t wait to get her on the podcast. There were recording difficulties. The first 10 minutes of the interview wasn’t useable but Molly was so charming and funny, that we had to share their discussion. Molly’s Twitter @mollyeichel Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce, we have a passionate fan that loves sharing his music and talking about Bruce. Kenny Rosaler talks about growing up in Jersey, finding Bruce, seeing him at the Stone Pony and how Bruce helped him to find his musical voice. Kenny’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9PRtmLBxa_RDYBwhBTVLg Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this B Side episode of Set Lusting Bruce, Jesse is joined by his sister Rita and the spend a few minutes talking about the music they listened too as they grew up. They also talk about Rita’s musical passion Elvis Presley. The discuss her favorite songs, visiting Graceland and staying up all night watching Elvis movies at Grandma’s house. Hope you enjoy this brother/sister podcast. Rita’s Twitter - @PinkAcres0903 Jesse’s Twitter – jesseJacksonDFW Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Set Lusting Bruce Jesse is joined by Springsteen fan Amy Gallop. She shares her Springsteen story including riding her bike up to the store to purchase Born in the USA and trying to take the display stand home. Growing up in a large family and learning to love all kinds of music. Enjoy her story and then reach out to [email protected] and give you feedback and schedule some time to share your Bruce journey. Amy’s twitter – @AmyGallop66 Jesse’s twitter – JesseJacksonDFW Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 56 Geography Jay - Set Lusting Bruce On this 56th episode, Jesse is joined by repeat guest Jay Armstrong from the blog Writeonfighton.org. It’s summer and lots of people are on vacation and they are spending time traveling. Jay and Jesse discuss their top Bruce Geographical songs. What would be your choices? Let us know by sending in an email to [email protected] Jay’s Twitter - @writeonfighton Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW If you can please go to iTunes and rate and review the show on the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 55 Dale - Set Lusting Bruce Today Jesse is joined by a fellow Texan via Chicago and Jersey Dale. They talk about Dale’s Springsteen journey, Chicago Sports and how other shows compare to Bruce. Please excuse the editing on this one, Dale and Jesse got into a conversation right away and had to record the beginning of the episode after they had been talking 40 minutes! Dale’s Twitter - @dhosack821 Jesse’s Twitter – @jessejacksonDFW Show’s Twitter – @setlustingbruce Email us at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back from vacation, Jesse is full of energy so he’s got 2 episodes this week. In today’s episode he and his Bruce Wife Ali discuss the Orlando shooting, the definition of a “real fan” and how they are both looking forward to Bruce’s return to the USA! Ali’s Twitter - @a4evanygirl Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Show Twitter – @SetLustingBruce Facebook page – (please like us) https://www.facebook.com/SetLustingBruce/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 53 John Kelly - Set Lusting Bruce Jesse is back from vacation and is ready to talk Springsteen again! This episode he is joined by John J Kelly one of the administrators for the Facebook Group BruceBook which is 5736 members strong! (on a side note, how cool would it be if half of them went to iTunes and gave Set Lusting Bruce a 5 star rating, but I digress!) John shares his Bruce journey and tells a lovely story about his sister meeting Bruce. John is a great guy and a wonderful guest. I hope you enjoy his story and if you aren’t a member of Brucebook – go join the group and tell ‘em Set Lusting Bruce sent you. https://www.facebook.com/groups/112987355386159/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SLB Mini Episode 13 – Jesse Thanks for all the Fish It’s the last day of voting for the year and now we just wait for the vote to be tallied. In this short episode Jesse gives some shout outs to people who’ve helped him during this string of mini episodes. He talks about his podcast family and the people who believed in him. He doesn’t mention specific listeners because if he did, it wouldn’t be a mini episode anymore. So many of you have retweeted, shared on facebook, called in and supported the show so much. Thank you for everything! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices