Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

If you were a fan of Community, you know about the greatness of Inspector Spacetime. You might even know about the "Untitled Web Series about a Space Traveler who can also travel through time" web series. (you can find it here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVp3Mq3GR34) but do you know that man behind the red phone booth? It's actor, writer, podcaster Travis Richey. We spend a fun hour talking about his adventure in space & time (on stage) attending Doctor Who Conventions, podcasting with one of his friends (https://rss.com/podcasts/exposingourselves/) and his first novel, The Vampire's Curse. https://a.co/d/5zjxHKn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marian Jago @dr_marian_jago is the Senior Lecturer in Popular Music & Jazz Studies at The University of Edinburgh. After being on Music Talks with Terry Smith, I knew that I needed her to be on Set Lusting Bruce. Marian shares how she discovered music by taking out a Chuck Berry record from the Library. She shares her joy of learning and playing Jazz Music. She also shares her journey as a teacher and as an academic. Here is the link to her discussion with Terry - https://www.musictalkspod.com/396031/13340627-episode-89-music-talks-marian-jago-three-minute-records Photo by Margaret Gallagher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Hyland joins me for the 3rd time on the podcast. We catch up on he and his lovely bride's world travels and then talk about the passing of Jack's favorite musician, Jimmy Buffett. Put on flip flops, grab a tasty beverage and let's all celebrate the memory of a wonderful musician. Remember to grow older but try not to grow up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig Statham joins me to talk about this updated edition of his Springsteen book "Springsteen Saint in the City 1949 - 1974. We discuss Craig's fandom and get into why he felt the need to document the early years of Bruce Springsteen's career. His book is available here - https://shorturl.at/AEJL5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are deep into the NFL season and Colin and Chris are back (without me this time) to talk about the 11/12 game at Jerry World against the New York Football Giants and a few other NFL topics. They are having fun and all apologizes to my wonderful Springsteen siblings that are NYG fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CK is an author and environmentalist that lives and works in Washington, DC. We had a wonderful discussion about Bruce, and her growing up in a Disco! We discussed her science fiction series, “The Impact Series”. It consists of three published novels, The Shooting, The Collision, and The Judgment, with The Aftermath being published in April 2024. Socials - www.ckwestbrook.com https://www.tiktok.com/@ckwestbrook.author https://instagram.com/ckwestbrook.author https://www.facebook.com/WestbrookCK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Porthouse joins me today to discuss his time as a Marine and how music has been a constant part of his life. He hosts the Transacting Value Podcast, where they talk about burnout, boundaries, and belonging; the stressors within our professional and personal lives; and ways to manage stress alongside our personal value systems. Josh and I had a wonderful discussion and I'll be joining him on his podcast later. https://www.transactingvaluepodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Finoia is a podcaster and a comedian. He and I had a great conversation covering a wide range of topics including how "knighthood" has declined since the middle ages, the challenge of building comedy set, his love of Phish and how his Uncles helped him to find Bruce's music and his upcoming special "Don't Let me Down" debuting on Youtube on 11/7/23. Find out more about Mike and how to follow him on his website - https://mikefinoia.com/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wendi sent me an email and here is part of it "I’ve never met Bruce Springsteen, but I owe him a huge debt of gratitude. His music has been my constant companion since high school, helping me celebrate good times and make it through hard times. From the time when I danced exuberantly to “Dancing in the Dark” with my then two-year-old sister when she entered my room and begged me to “dance Booce Tin-tin” in the early 1980’s to the time I cried as I listened to “I’ll See You in My Dreams” while driving home from my dad’s funeral a few months ago, Bruce has always been there." She and I had a wonderful discussion, including Wendi and her husband's decision to move to Hawaii, her love of Bruce's music and in a more serious tone, a discussion of the current culture among some in the church. https://bio.link/wendigordon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Rosen joins me today to discuss his friendship with one of the best Guitarists in Rock and Roll, Eddie Van Halen. In Steve's book Tonechaser - Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen. Steve shares stories and conversations from their long friendship in the book. A very insightful book filled with many wonderful details. https://www.amazon.com/Tonechaser-Understanding-Edward-26-Year-Journey/dp/B0BHTMNPVT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3PM8J79T9D873&keywords=steve+rosen&qid=1698045020&s=books&sprefix=steve+rosen%2Cstripbooks%2C92&sr=1-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tina Davidson, a highly regarded American composer, creates music that stands out for its emotional depth and lyrical dignity. Lauded for her authentic voice, the New York Times praised her “vivid ear for harmony and colors.” She and I had an entertaining discussion about her music, her teaching and her new memoir Let Your Heart Be Broken: Life and Music from a Classical Composer. https://www.amazon.com/Let-Your-Heart-Broken-Classical/dp/1633376966/?fbclid=IwAR3BU-_UMhxivpy4A3mnPFttpYpiyLaeRdD0HHQnsVZwUjYeE7K2Lshse6M Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim @imabossfan and Paul @paulapp0505 joined me to discuss their Springsteen friendship. Connecting over social media, they and a few other Springsteen fans have built a giving, loving and supportive online community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stan Goldstein returns to the podcast and we spend some time catching up. We discuss the 2023 shows, Stan has attended. He shares him finding Bruce in the wild during a couple of recent tours and some other fun topics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick DellaRatta a gifted Jazz musician, vocalist and composer joined me to share his music story. We talk about the many places his music has brought him, his different passions and how from the ashes of 9/11, he started Jazz for Peace. https://rickdellaratta.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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