Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

Jennifer Gasner joins me to discuss her journey as a writer. She was diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxxia early in her life and meeting those challenges it brought through her sense of humor and determination. We also discuss her love of Dave Matthews music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clint Arthur @clintarthur starts our discussion with the story of almost not seeing Bruce Springsteen in MSG because of a stolen concert ticket, but luckily there is a happy ending and a valuable life lesson. Clint has written over 20 books including his Pulitzer Prize nominated Wisdom of Men. In today's episode he shares wonderful insight in his life's journey and how he earned the nickname the Celebrity Entrepreneur. Find out more about Clint by going to his website https://clintarthur.tv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes good things happen to good people. Friend of the podcast and super Nils & Amy fan Rachel @rachel_berc shares her experience Sunday night in Columbus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kadin McElwain is an autistic college student in Ohio and is an advocate for autism awareness throughout the state. April is Autism Awareness month and to help promote the month, Kadin joined me to discuss his journey, how he was told that he wouldn't be able to live a normal life as an adult because of his autism. But he was able to prove those who doubted him wrong time and time again. HIs goal now is to help other people with autism get the help they need to thrive. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083352067155 https://www.thesportscol.com/author/kadin-mcelwain/ https://theeverydayfan.com/author/kadin-mcelwain/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the recent announcement of the Rock n Roll Hall of fame 2024 Class, it seems a perfect time to talk to fellow Pantheon Podcast host Amy Linden about the Hall of Fame voting process and her musical journalism background. Find out more about Amy and her podcast Immaletyoufinish here - linktr.ee/ImmaLetYouFinish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sunday night when I got back to my hotel room, I recorded my thoughts about the Columbus show and the meet up before the concert. It was a great time and I hope you enjoy my quick but energetic review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gail Davies (born Patricia Gail Dickerson; June 5, 1948)[2] is an American singer-songwriter and the first female record producer in country music. She is the daughter of country singer Tex Dickerson and the sister of songwriter Ron Davies. Gail's son, Chris Scruggs, is a former co-lead singer and guitarist for the roots-country band BR549 and is currently on tour with Marty Stuart as a member of his Fabulous Superlatives. Sylvan @sylvangreeneyes and Jesse @jessejacksonDFW discovered her and her music when Sylvan found her cover of the John Hiatt Song Girl on a String. One thing lead to another and Jesse was lucky enough to talk to this amazing artist. Find out more about her on her website. https://www.gaildavies.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Salg and Colin McLeod join me to talk about their love of the music of Cyndi Lauper. They both are active members of the team trying to get Cyndi inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame (that's right, shockingly, she is not already a member) Joe and Colin share favorite experiancs of seeing Cyndi live, their work in promoting her music and Joe's own personal collection of memoribia that makes up the Cyndi Lauper Museum. This is a fun one. #inductcyndi https://cyndilaupermuseum.com/induct-cyndi-lauper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Ann Disciacca joins me to discuss her debut novel Awakening the Dark Throne and several other topics. We talk about as a child she read 50 books in a month because of her parent's giving her a challenge, her getting new boots as a reward for going to a concert and the challenges of promoting a new series. Insta: @jessicaanndisciacca Facebook: Jessica Ann Disciacca TikTok: @Jessicaanndisciacca Goodreads: Jessica Ann Disciacca Awakening the Dark Throne https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/awakening-the-dark-throne-jessica-ann-disciacca/1144806635?ean=9781959705208 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gillian G. Gaar @GillianGaar is a Seattle-based author. Her first book, She's A Rebel: The History of Women in Rock & Roll was published in 1992. Her latest book is called Bruce Springsteen at 75. This is her 2nd Bruce Book, the first Boss: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band - te Illustrated History. In our discussion we cover a lot of ground and have a wonderful conversation. Find her books here - https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001JSAE80/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=b19acbb6-f719-4c02-b88b-0821da89b579&ref_=ap_rdr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Chamoff joins me on the podcast sharing stories of growing up listening to Crocodile Rock and pretending his bed was a piano, how he first became a sound engineer for others and then started making his own music. Bruce is also the CEO and Founder of the World Podcast Network where he has helped 100's of people find their voices and share their passions but helping them start and grow their own podcasts. Find out more about their different shows here https://worldpodcast.network/ To find out more about his music go here https://open.spotify.com/artist/4lZgvTWEAkTnPQbtvNUctm?autoplay=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leanne Linksy is a comedian turned entrepreneur, and has her own online comedy platform for live comedy. During our talk, she shares her love of Billy Idol, seeing Huey Lewis as her first concert and how much she enjoyed seeing Bruce for the first time. Plauzzable is a LIVE online comedy platform. We provide comedians scheduling tools, virtual stages, ticketing services, and the ability to grow a worldwide fan base. These features give comedians control of their earning opportunities. For fans of comedy we provide access to a global talent pool and more personalized live online show selections and interactions. Plauzzable Join the comedy revolution! Please go to her website to find out more about her https://leannelinsky.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara Giancaspro @sweatylamarr returns to the podcast and this time we are talking the movie Sing Street starring Lucy Boynton and Ferdia Walsh-Peelo. Spoilers, we loved the movie and the soundtrack, we compare to to Blinded by the Light and other music themed movies. Check it out (and if you missed Tara's first appearance, after you finish this episode go back to yesterday's episode and check it out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tara Giancaspro is a corporate stooge, aspiring hypermetabolic artist, and shower singer also known as Sweaty Lamarr. She and I hit it off immediately and had a wild and rambling discussion of a multitude of topics including her substack account (see below), how Bruce Springsteen was on the "do not play list" for the DJ for her Mom and Dad's wedding, her essay comparing Bruce and Neil Diamond and we even get into a little Doctor Who talk. To find out more about Tara please check out her Substack https://taragiancaspro.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diego Allessandro returns to the podcast to share news of his latest creative projects including scoring a film short. We discuss the latest Springsteen tour and talk about Diego's future plans. To find out more about Diego's music please go here https://www.diegoa.net/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marc Shea @sheacrew is a fellow Pantheon Podcast network host. His podcast is called Performance Anxiety and has talked to dozens of artists about what goes on behind the scenes during recordings and live performances. Today, he shares his Springsteen fandom story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of opening day, Eric Nadel who has been calling Texas Ranger games since 1979, joins me to talk about his love of music. He's seen Bruce over 20 times and finds ways to attend live music events during off days during the long Baseball season. He spends time talking to me about his love of music, favorite venues and shares his least favorite Springsteen show. In 1991, Nadel was inducted into the Texas Baseball Hall of Fame. He has received the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Texas Sportscaster of the Year Award seven times (1999, 2001, 2002, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2011) and won the Associated Press award for Best Play-by-Play in Texas three times. On August 11, 2012, Nadel became the 15th member inducted into the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes in your podcast life, you get lucky. Well today, my luck is hitting 15 on a scale from 1 to 10, legendary singer/songwriter Don McLean joins me to talk about his love of early rock n roll including Elvis and Buddy, and how that music helped influence his new single American Boys. We talk about this upcoming tour and the release of his latest album American Boys. And if you were wondering, Don does answer the Mary Question. To purchase/stream “American Boys” (Feat. Home Free), visit orcd.co/DonMcLeanAmericanBoysSingl To pre-order or pre-save the American Boys album, visit orcd.co/DonMcLeanAmericanBoys Don will be appearing at Monmouth University Center for the Arts in the Pollak Theatre on May 4th. https://www.monmouth.edu/mca/event/don-mclean/?fbclid=IwAR1Zy0PlE57eR5FPg8CKEycL_mBh3PonCGQ3d7O6Xt3tL-Nhsjmlh-bSaIw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beth Amorosi @borninusabetty and I have been talking via social media for a while to align our schedules so she could join me on the podcast. It was certainly worth the wait. Beth shares so many great stories, including her taking the bus in Los Angeles, our mutual love of the Partridge family as a child riding around Lake Placid listening to Dancing in the Dark, her amazing experiences of meeting people at Bruce's shows, her Grandfather who was the character that Tom Hanks played in the movie Bridge of Spies and we wrap up our discussion with Beth sharing the story of how Letter to You inspired her as she wrote her father's eulogy. Instagram is @bornintheusabetty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian K. Pagels and Stephen Russ join me today on the podcast to talk about their musical partnership, their love of Bruce's music and their debut album, Killing the Bear out on March 29, 2024. Their press release says DC-area duo, Brian K & The Parkway, are set to release their debut album, Killing The Bear, March 29, 2024. The 9-Song Collection, a nod to the ‘70s rock sound of artists like Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, and Warren Zevon, is guitar-based, roots-oriented rock, infused with a healthy dose of soul and R&B. Piano and organ play a critical role in establishing the sound along with some horns thrown in for good measure. The duo dubs their sound “coastal heartland rock,” reflecting the fact that their major influences are artists that hail from coastal areas such as New Jersey, Florida, and California, but are known for their own mix of classic heartland rock." On Friday 3/29, they will have their album release party at Jammin’ Java. Doors 7pm, show 8pm. If you are in the area, go check it out and tell Brian and Stephe, Jesse says hello! https://www.briankandtheparkway.com/ instagram is @briankandtheparkway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian ‘Ianto’ Gravell joined me on the podcast today. He is a disabled businessman, author and adventurer. He shares a unique story about his relationship with the song Dancing in the Dark and the healing power of music. We talk about his journey and his book about his recovery which you can find more about here www.loosegravel.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Barry has joined me on the podcast multiple times as he was sharing details about his Springsteen fan film, Tramps like Us. As he is starting production on the film, he took some time to join me to share his Springsteen fandom story. Follow the progress of the film's production at this site https://dave5995.wixsite.com/tramps-like-us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian Spivey @julianspivey44 and I attended a show in Oklahoma watching the Turnpike Trabuadous and Jason Isbell. He joined me on the podcast to talk about his music fandom, growing up listening to Jimmy Buffett from his dad and his podcast/website The Word on Pop Culture. https://www.thewordonpopculture.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Alleman, joins me to share his musical journey. It began with him not listening to music for around 15 years and then he discovered some small indie artists and this reawaken his passion/obsession with music. https://www.instagram.com/positivelyterrible/ https://www.facebook.com/PositivelyTerrible/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lou @LouWSytsma, Karen @aleveria and I talk Babylon 5 every week and we also talk various nerdy subjects. Today, we are getting together to talk about the new Netflix Documentary about the making of We are the World. We talk how it is a time capsule of musical superstars, discuss Do they Know it's Christmas and the Canadian fund-raising song, Tears are not Enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reena Friedman Watts joins me on the podcast and she brings along her Dad, Wayne. Reena is the host of the Better Call Daddy podcast. When we were working out the details for her to join me, she mentioned that her Dad loves Bruce so we had him join us. Reena talks about working for Jerry Springer and for Court TV and the origins of the podcast. This is a fun one with both of my guests sharing stories about each other and their many adventures. https://bettercalldaddy.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel returns to the podcast and we talk a little Doctor Who (because why wouldn't we) and catch up. We then talk about her and her husband's experience going to a very special two night celebration for one of their favorite bands, Metallica! Here more of Rachel's work here - https://www.thefiveishfangirls.com/about-us You can also here her join me at Charles on Next Stop Everywhere: The Doctor Who Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan drank. Wine, cider, brandy, what have you got? In today's episode he shares his story of afterr 20 years of wanton excess, he cleaned up his act, which wasn't enough. He wrote a couple of books, including ‘Real Men Quit’, the armchair macho guide to beating booze. If you want to read his last book, Get Over Indulgence, you can grab it here: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/gd99b9hhj6. Or you can listen to it if that's easier: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/q7ytnqm211. His website is here https://www.bhaskaranbrown.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberwarriorcoach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanbhaskaranbrown/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BhaskaranBrown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jimmy Palmiotti is know as a writer, an editor, an inker and a comic creator. He has worked on characters as diverse as Painkiller Jane, Daredevil (during Kevin Smith's Run), Harley Quinn (with his wife and partner Amanda Conner) Deadpool, Jonah Hex and the Marvel Line Marvel Knights. He joined me to talk about his love of music (including Bruce) and his creative journey. Find more about his work here https://www.paperfilms.com/ Please check out his latest kickstarter campaign https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/creatorownedheroes/fantasima Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Leadbeter sent me an email asking if he could join me on the podcast, he said "I’ve been a massive fan since 1980 & been to many concerts in the UK. Being a fan has introduced me to other artists such as Tom Waits, Jackson Browne & Southside Johnny who I have also seen live many times. Inspired by Springsteen, I started writing about 15 years ago & I’m one half of “The Dirty Scoundrels” & have released four albums. Furthermore, I published a 10 part podcast called “Springsteen & Friends” on Mixcloud which includes artists with a link to Bruce." After such a great email, I knew that Ian and I would have a blast and we did. Please enjoy our discussion and the go to the links below to hear his radio broadcast featuring Springsteen covers as well as him and his musical partner from The Dirty Scoundrels on BBC radio. Yellowbelly007's Shows | Mixcloud (16) The Dirty Scoundrels - YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Catherine Gairard is an artist and musician with a diverse range of talents. We go into her many creative sides including singing, harpist, songwriting, and her art. Here is her website - https://catherinegairardmusic.com To hear more of Catherine's music please go here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdwJUZ6DIvFdw09_O_2RXBg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Cullen @jcullenAHN joined me on the episode to talk about his latest book, BRIDGE & TUNNEL BOYS: Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, and the Metropolitan Sound of the American Century. We also discuss his Springsteen fandom, his other books and of course his answer to the Mary Question. Find out more about Jim and his books by going here https://jimcullenhistorian.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keb Pound is from Jacksonville, Florida. As the host of The Stupid History Minute podcast he brings humor and entertainment to audiences worldwide. He is also the author of The Stupid History Book, where he combines history and humor to shed light on everyday items. Keb and I had a great time talking about a wide range of subjects. Please check out his books and his podcast. https://www.stupidhistory.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cindy Ingram is the author of Art Is About Being Whole: A Memoir, published on October 31, 2023. She joined me to discuss her love of art, how it effected her and her career choices. She shares stories behind her book and how in the process of writing her book, she started making art and writing poetry for the first time since childhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg creates music + visual art in harmonic alignment with our body, energy + universe to elevate wellbeing and performance. He is the the founder of SINES, a venture dedicated to bringing wellness music to the modern world. He and I had a wonderful discussion about the healing power of music and how his App SINES, helps to bring that power into focus. https://sines.app/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andreas Werner joined me on the podcast to share his musical journey that starts in Switzerland and brought him to Nashville and Muscle Shoals Alabama. We cover a wide range of topics including Andreas starting Crazy Chester Records in 2012 to release music that is close to his heart. He is the creator and host of the Crazy Chester Radio Hour music talk podcast where he interviews legendary musicians, songwriters and music empresarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elisa Di Napoli is the best selling author of “Dare to Be Seen”. She and I had a great time discussing her many passions and projects. One of the items we discussed is how she helps performing artists command the stage and magnify their presence so they can share their gifts with their audience and shine their light on the world. You can get her free book "Dare to Be Seen" here Get free songs here https://www.elyssavulpes.com/freesongs/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kiera Marsland, a musician from Liverpool, joined me at 3am at her time to talk about her musical journey and her debut single, Annie. Annie is set to be released at the end of February. We talked about her love of performing since a very young age. A couple of things that she and Bruce have in common. She was a delight and I hope you check out her music. https://www.instagram.com/kieramarsland/ https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Liverpool/Kazimier-Stockroom/Big-Condo-Records-Presents-Kiera-Marsland-Annie-Single-Launch/37258198/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Barry joins me to give the latest update on the Tramps Like Us Kickstarter campaign. The story of the one of a kind relationship Bruce Springsteen fans have with The Boss, the music and each other. If we can hit $50K by the end of the campaign, Bandanas for all backers! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/davidbarryfilms/tramps-like-us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Kratzke and I connected via Jay Armstrong. He was working with Jay's new book Ordinary Hero, (which is phenomenal by the way) Dave's own book, "It's OK to not eat your peas" is also a lot of fun. Dave has been a Springsteen fan since the early 80s, and has been lucky enough to see him 30-plus times over the years. We had a wonderful time and I can't wait for Dave to join me again sometime. Find more about this publishing company here https://bigkatkreative.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian Garcia joined me on the podcast,he shared his personal Springsteen stories including attending concerts and collecting Springsteen memorabilia. We get into Julian Garcia's project of making a film about a unique Springsteen concert moment years ago in Phoenix. He will be screening the movie on Saturday 1/27/24 if you are interested in attending, email him at [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tramps Like Us = The story of the one of a kind relationship Bruce Springsteen fans have with The Boss, the music and each other. David Berry joins me as we catch up on the progress of his Kickstarter. We are 75% funded! We also announce a Kickstarter Backer only podcast! Please check it out and become a backer! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/davidbarryfilms/tramps-like-us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ann Shepphird has written a little bit of everything including travel, sports, gardening and various other topics. She is now publishing her stories in her favorite genre cozy mysteries and rom-coms for 4 Horseman Publications. The Destination Murder Mysteries combine her experiences as a travel journalist with a stint working for a private investigator (because of her love of Sue Grafton novels), and the University Chronicles a series of satiric rom-coms are drawn from her days as a college-level communications instructor. She also shares her love of Bruce and his music. Check out her website for more details. https://annshepphird.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lynn Chantale @lynnchantale, a romance novelist, short story writer, and part-time background singer joins me on the podcast. We discuss a little music and how while she has published many stories across several genres.she somehow found like she likes writing erotica (?), Her works include Sex, Lies, and Joysticks, True Detective Series, and Broken Lens to name a few. http://www.wlynnchantale.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesse and Alexander discuss their shared appreciation for Bruce Springsteen and Queen, touching on their similarities, legacy, pricing of concert tickets, set lists, reinvention, discography, favorite albums, Freddie Mercury, and concert experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Barry, @BossFanFIlm, is back talking about his Kickstarter Campaign about his film entitled "Tramps Like Us". The campaign has reached the 50% mark and David shares a brand new tier where you can get a USB Drive with the 4K version of the film along with a T-shirt, normally $100 but if you pledge today 1/16/24, it's only $75.00 Please check out the episode and then go to the kickstarter link - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/davidbarryfilms/tramps-like-us From there you can find more details about the film, and how you can help. Follow the film on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554848284064 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Colburn hosts a wonderful podcast called Weekly Mixtape and he was nice enough to ask me to join him to do a Springsteen mixtape. I return the favor and have Brian join me today to talk about his love for Tom Petty & his podcast. Connect With Brian's Weekly Mixtape show: Patreon | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter / X | Threads | BlueSky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports is something that breaks your heart but every once in a while, your dreams do come true. See Texas Rangers World Series 2023. Here is hoping that the 2023 Dallas Cowboys can surprise us. Chris, Colin and JW break down their thoughts on the first round of the NFL Playoffs in 2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Dunn is the host of a podcast called Two Drunk Dudes in a Gun Room. He started it to highlight the struggles and the success of the veteran community and he is building a nonprofit called Heroes Voices Media Foundation to help Veterans reach their dreams while getting therapy doing it. Find out more here: https://www.gunroomradio.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Geary Nelson has been a songwriter since he was a teenager. He loves writing and making music. In today’s episode, he and I discuss his musical influences, his decision to make music full time and we also discuss his first novel "The Time Cycle" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices