Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

Terence Reilly sent me an email after the Orlando show, here is part of it "despite the negative noise around all things Bruce and my own hefty dose of skepticism, I left reborn, renewed and re-dedicated and ready to call Ticketmaster for another few shows (hello, Seattle!) thanks to last night’s rock and roll exorcism, rock and roll baptism and rock and roll bar mitzvah. So, thank you Bruce Springsteen and the heart-stopping, pants-dropping, house-rocking, earth-quaking, booty-shaking, Viagra-taking, love-making, history-making, legendary E STREET BAND! I’m ready to grow young again." He and I had an amazing discussion. Please enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Antion joins me to today to talk a wide range of subjects including tips he got on how to run a better nightclub, his podcast, Screw the Commute and his company Prank Masters. We had a wonderful time talking and laughing. To find more about Tom, his trainings, his writing and his podcasts go here https://screwthecommute.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gina Ramsey joins me today to talk about finding the funny while navigating life's ongoing crazy mishaps and blunders. We laugh a great deal and share many stories about the curves life gives us! You can find more information about her and her book https://www.ginaramseyauthor.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Richard A Harrison @RAharrisonPA joined me to share his Springsteen journey, from discovering Born to Run, to seeing Bruce multiple times up to and including a couple shows on the current tour. We discuss a proud Dad moment when his daughter pointed out Bruce Springsteen to him and we both share our sorrow about losing Jimmy Buffett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pesach Sommer joins me on the podcast to discuss his Springsteen fandom. We get into his journey to becoming a Rabbi and his passion for teaching especially Children. He shared how his brother was a big influence on him and helped him to discover Bruce. We also take some time to discuss the current situation in Israel and how both of our hearts are broken about the pain and suffering being experienced and our disdain for all the blind hatred being show by a radical group of terrorists. Both Pesach and I felt that the conversation was cathartic and entertaining. My hope is you will feel the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former guest and dedicated listener Ian Braisby suggested that Claire would be a great guest for the podcast and he was correct! I hope you enjoy this Springsteen's newbie story! We also talk about her musical journey playing stringed instruments and her love of classical music. Facebook group: Claire's Mixtape www.facebook.com/groups/clairesmixtape/ for discussion about all kinds of music, music memes, questions, etc. YouTube Channel: Claire's Mixtape - YouTube aiming to make classical music accessible X/Twitter: @Claire_E_S Threads: @claire.e.sanderson Instagram: @claire.e.sanderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Fontana joins me from Denver, Colorado and I was very jealous of her cooler weather. We discuss her early influences and the origin story of her series of books about Turtle Monkey. Her new novel, Gods of the Bay, is available now and you can find out more about her and her work here - https://www.jofontana.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yvette Walker @ywalker joins me today to talk about joy, finding joy in life and helping to create your own joy. She discusses her early musical fandom and how Christian Music has become a source of inspiration for her as she has matured. She is the host of the Positively Joy Podcast. Find out more about her here - https://positivelyjoy.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angie Colee joins me on the podcast to discuss her podcast, PTKA. She also shares stories about growing up in Texas, her love of music and wants to remind us to go and kick ass! As she says in her website "I'm a big fan of bucking convention and writing your own rules, which is a big part of the reason I decided to quit my role leading a celebrity's marketing team to start a podcast, write a book, and build a coaching business... all while figuring out how to be a digital nomad who travels full-time with a cat. " https://permissiontokickass.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Francy hosts the Life with Francy Podcast and today she joins me to talk about her podcast and her love of music. She shares how music especially music of faith has helped her in her healing journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Thistle has loved music since he saw Tom Petty perform at the Superbowl on TV. He was learning the guitar by 9 and performing on stage by 10. He was around that age where John Hiatt asked him to join him on stage to sing Have a Little Faith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfGASN34sQM Since then he has continued to learn and perform, his You Tube channel is filled with covers of songs from Bruce, John, Tom Petty and others. Jake is working on a new EP. Today he takes time out of his studies to spend some time with me and Sylvan Groth @sylvangreeneyes. Enjoy this cross over episode of Perfectly Good Podcast and Set Lusting Bruce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris had one of his best friends Sherraud over for the weekend and the guys pulled out the recorder late Saturday night after a few tasty beverages and recorded a discussion about today's Dallas/New England game. Very little Jesse in this one as the guys take over in a fun unedited discussion. NSFW for sure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We did it! 30 episodes in 30 days! That is a lot of music talk. Thank you to everyone who listened and downloaded episodes. Please remember to rate and review the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marie Jones is a British writer with a growing worldwide readership. In today's episode, we discuss her book, “Those We Trust” and discuss a wide range of topics including her love of that other New Jersey Poet, Jon Bon Jovi. You can find more information about her work here - https://www.mariejonesbritishwriter.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Haji Outlaw @OutlawHaji has written for television (The Eric Andre Show, CBS, Comedy Central, NBC, etc.), film, commercials and a numerous books (Hey Doorman, These Movies Suck, Mangelscarre, etc.) In today's episode we talk a wide range of subjects including music, his comedy and his future plans. Here is his youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMvj5_WsyP22Nc84mHZYbMA/featured Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anastasia Lindsey joins me in today's podcast to talk a little music, her poetry and getting outside of your comfort zone. You can find out more about her and her poetry here https://summersolacehealing.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kate Wallinga hosts a podcast called Ignorance was Bliss. In our discussion today she talks about her journey from engineering, to being a Forensic Psychologist to being a podcaster. We discuss the joys and challenges of having a conversational podcast, and how many of life's joys can come from very different places. Find more about her podcast here - https://iwbpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather Whelpley joins me to talk about her love of Joni Mitchell and Brandi Carlile (solo as well as part of the supergroup The Highwomen) Heather is a speaker and author of the award-winning book An Overachievers' Guide To Breaking The Rules: How To Let Go Of Perfect and Live Your Truth. Her work galvanizes women to break the rules with purpose, reclaim their bold voice, and unleash their authentic leadership—and life. Find out more about Heather's work and books here https://www.heatherwhelpley.com/ Remember we all want a house with a crowded table where there's a place for everyone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Dempsey @mkd1973 was in line for Springsteen on Broadway as part of his birthday celebration, hoping to shake Bruce's hand. Brian Hayes @BrianHayes757 was in New York to accompany his daughter as she ran the NYC Marathon and went to the queue at Springsteen on Broadway to see if he could meet Bruce and get something signed. Did it happen? How did they meet? These stories and more are discussed in this episode.! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We go off the Springsteen train today and spend some time talking to Prince George. Prince George is the spokesperson for a company called Warzone Comics and the Voice behind The podcast "The #1 Prince Show of the Airwaves podcast. he's also the host of a talk variety show called The Prince George Show that he along with Trinity vision Entertainment/Warzone comics released on Amazon Prime this summer. We discussed a wide range of topics and have a wonderful time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce turns 74 on September 23rd and a few of his fans have sent in their birthday wishes! Here is hoping that Bruce has an amazing birthday, continues to heal and enjoys time with those he loves! Happy Birthday Bruce! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly West joined me from her car right after sound check for a gig in NYC. In our interview, she talks about growing up in the south, her love of music and how the Bass guitar spoke to her. She is a very busy musician as lead singer for Dead Groove Band, the bassist for Zepparella and also does acoustic material. To find out more about Holly go here - Holly West - lead vocalist & bassist in Dead Groove Band - https://www.hollywestmusic.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a very personal and moving episode of Springsteen in 5 lines, Mike Blanchard @tfg1Mike joins me to pick the 5 lines from Springsteen lyrics that share his Springsteen journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Winter is a French Cajun author with a charming yet candid attitude, Ryan is as gregarious as his love of New Orleans and writing is reknown! New to the publishing scene but no stranger to creative writing, his first work, a children's picture book, was conceived through a dare that horror writers couldn't cross genres. Ryan and I talk about music, New Orleans and storytelling in today's episode. Find out more about Ryan here - https://www.facebook.com/RyanWinterFanPage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Kassees is one of the cohosts of the brilliant podcast 1001 Album Complaints, musicians give irreverent takes on "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die. Rob and I talk music, podcasting and his love of Bruce's music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrizia de Rossi is an Italian music journalist based in Rome. In 1987, she analysed and explored Bruce Springsteen’s lyrics through the big themes of North American literature with her thesis “The poetry of Bruce Springsteen”. Since then, her writings have included the books “She’s the one” in which she discusses the evolution of women’s figures in Springsteen’s songs, and “Last Man Standing”, where she portrays him as the last American hero of the ever-changing idea of the American dream. In a wonderful conversation, she and I explored her Springsteen fandom and her writing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George Sirois is the author of the international bestselling young adult / science-fiction novel Excelsior, its two sequels, and the five-part science-fiction / sports serial From Parts Unknown. George and I talked podcasting, audio drama and music. Find out more here www.hesgotit.com www.onceuponapodcastnetwork.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 24 years as a US Army paratrooper, as well as 4 combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Colonel David Fivecoat, US Army, Retired, founded The Fivecoat Consulting Group. He now blogs, speaks, coaches gritty leaders, and helps develop gritty organizations. In today's episode, David and I spent some time talking about music, leadership and buying multiple copies of a release. Find more about David here ww.thefivecoatconsultinggroup.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neal Portnoy loves sport, he loves athlete and he also always loved to doodle. Little did he know that one day his love of sports and art would lead to a brilliant career that has brought him fame and acclaim. It has been said that you are not successful in Vegas till you've been Portnoyed. He and I had a wonderful time talking about his background in sports and how he does all his artwork with markers. Check out his art and story here https://portnoygallery.com/neals-gallery/ IF you visit Vegas, please go to the gallary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon @jonalba joined me before the kick off of the new Springsteen tour and he sent me a direct message on twitter a few days before the show saying that the 1st song of the tour would be No Surrender. Since then, he's gone to multiple shows and he joined me to talk about the shows and his experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Collins @bedheadchicken has worked on multiple TV shows behind the scenes including The Sopranos as well as And Just Like That. He shares his Springsteen story and then we have a great discussion about the 2023 tour, the set list debate and how Chris felt after the first round of tickets and dynamic pricing was so controversial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tod Goldberg returns to the podcast to catch up and to promote the 4th volume of his Gangsterland Trilogy (that is right 4 books in a trilogy, but that is how he rolls). The new book is Gangsters don't Die is a great end to the series (maybe) and is available everywhere you purchase your books! We had a wonderful discussion about the book, his process and how he is still not seen Bruce perform live! Check out his books here - https://todgoldberg.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Wickstrom @IDC_Eric and I had a wonderful discussion on X aka Twitter about Springsteen's set lists this tour. Fresh from the Sunday night show, he joined me to talk about his Springsteen fandom and his thoughts on the current tour. We had a wonderful time and I will be having Eric back on the show soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lou @louwsytsma and I have been podcasting together for years. We started out talking Farscape and currently we are talking Babylon 5. Over the years, we have discussed Game of Thrones, Stephen King movies and books, The English, Twelve Monkeys, Midnight Mass and other TV series. Earlier this year, Lou, Karen & I talked The Tragically Hip, in today's episode we talk about Lou's journey with another very Canadian Band - Rush. You can hear more of Lou's work at his youtube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb-HNRWeAYpWotNfwRu1TPg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deana Brown Mitchell is a driven, optimistic, and compassionate leader. In today's episode, she and I spend some time talking about her journey Deana shares her experiences for the benefit of others. She also discusses her role as President of Genius & Sanity, where she teaches her proprietary framework created from her own experiences... for entrepreneurs/leaders who want to continue or expand their business while taking better care of themselves and achieving the life of their dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris, Colin and Jesse are back to discuss the 2023 Dallas Cowboys season. What happens when a dad, talks to his two sons about the Dallas Cowboys each week, chaos! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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