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Andy Frasco's World Saving Podcast
Hosted by Andy Frasco · EN
Celebrities, Music, Comedy, Life, and Love.
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David Shaw of the Revivalists on Why Success Doesn't Make Life Easier
6d ago01:04:35Tap to summarizeDavid Shaw (The Revivalists) joins Andy for one of the most honest conversations we've had in a long time. Instead of promoting a record, these two dive into the stuff that actually sticks with you: anxiety, fatherhood, burnout, creativity, taking risks, finding happiness, and what it means to reinvent yourself in the middle of life instead of waiting until it's over. Check out our new partner JamCut to change the way you create videos. It's video editing for musicians made simple. They talk about: • Why "midlife crisis" should really be called a midlife awakening • Learning to trust yourself when life forces big decisions • Songwriting, imposter syndrome, and creating music that reflects who you are now • Mental health, breathwork, saunas, sleep, and recovering from burnout • Why comfort can become a trap • Touring, family life, and finding joy in the little things again • The signs the universe gives us when we're willing to pay attention It's funny, vulnerable, philosophical, and packed with the kind of conversation that usually happens after the microphones are supposed to be off. If you've ever wondered what successful artists worry about when no one's watching, this one's for you.
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Corook on Internet Hate, Identity & Starting Over
2w ago00:33:43Tap to summarizeCorook joins Andy Frasco and Nick Gerlach for a candid conversation about viral fame, online hate, creative burnout, and the year that nearly made them quit music. After receiving death threats during a headline tour and questioning whether they even wanted to keep making songs, Corook found a way forward through a garage recording session with producer Kevin Farzad and James Alan. The result became How Do I Relate To You?, a new EP about staying connected in a world that feels increasingly divided. The crew dives into the stories behind "Scooby," "Kleptomaniac," and "Banana Peel," the pressure of chasing viral success, surviving social media as an introvert, Berklee College of Music, Pittsburgh pride, and why trying to please everyone is a losing game. It's a funny, thoughtful, and surprisingly vulnerable conversation about identity, creativity, and learning to be comfortable as the bent window blind that doesn't quite fit in. Plus: buckwheat pillows, blue-collar cities, internet echo chambers, and Andy's latest war against online trolls. Follow Corook: https://www.corook.com https://www.instagram.com/corook https://www.tiktok.com/@corook
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Metalheads, Bluegrass Fans & Vegas Chaos with Torrin Daniels
3w ago00:57:29Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Andy Frasco's World Saving Podcast, Torin Daniels from Kitchen Dwellers joins Andy and the crew for a hilarious conversation about metal music, bluegrass culture, touring life, Ireland, Planet Fitness memberships, blown-out knees, and one of the strangest Vegas weekends imaginable. The conversation dives into why metal fans might actually be the nicest people in music, the surprising overlap between metal and bluegrass musicians, and how both scenes attract passionate communities. Torin shares stories about discovering underground metal bands, playing packed and nearly empty shows, and why technical musicians often gravitate toward both genres. They also talk about touring with Kitchen Dwellers, life on the road, band dynamics, fan culture, songwriting versus jamming, and the realities of surviving in today's music industry. Plus: Vegas metal shows, Wizard of Oz at The Sphere, Irish drinking culture, tour buses, festival life, and some unforgettable tour horror stories.
Transcribe →Most Bands Are Playing It Safe and Why Things Feel Soulless with Tom Hamilton
4w ago01:06:43Tap to summarizeTom Hamilton of Joe Russo's Almost Dead joins Andy Frasco for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, work ethic, the jam band scene, rock music, songwriting, and what it really takes to build a career in music. From living in a Chevy Lumina and grinding through 200-show tours to selling out Red Rocks with JRAD, Tom shares the highs, lows, and lessons from decades in the music industry. The conversation dives into Joe Russo's Almost Dead, the legacy of the Grateful Dead, the difference between art and content, why some musicians stop taking risks, and how younger bands can bring excitement back to rock and jam music. Tom also opens up about Brothers Past, Ghost Light, songwriting, improvisation, music festivals, Bonnaroo, Dave Matthews Band, and the future of live music. Along the way, Andy and Tom discuss Phish, Geese, Cameron Winter, King Gizzard, grunge, punk rock, creativity, touring, collaboration, and the importance of taking chances both on stage and in life. If you're a fan of jam bands, rock music, guitar players, music podcasts, or behind-the-scenes stories from working musicians, this episode is packed with insight and hilarious moments. Topics include: Joe Russo's Almost Dead (JRAD) Grateful Dead and jam band culture Tom Hamilton's new album Brothers Past and Ghost Light Bonnaroo and touring stories Songwriting vs improvisation Phish and the modern jam scene Geese, Cameron Winter, and the future of rock music Music industry success and failure Creativity, risk-taking, and artistic growth.
Transcribe →An 84-Year-Old Nurse and a 67-Year-Old Entrepreneur Share Their Biggest Life Lessons | Respect Your Elders #1
Jun 200:29:08Tap to summarizeAndy Frasco and Nick Gerlach launch a new series, Respect Your Elders, with two unforgettable conversations from Kavod Senior Life in Denver. Vivian, an 84-year-old retired nurse and writer, reflects on surviving a life-threatening illness, reporting on Hurricane Katrina, and why compassion still matters. Michael, a former athlete, award-winning cannabis baker, cookbook author, and entrepreneur, shares stories about success, regret, reinvention, and the lessons he's learned over nearly seven decades. Two lives. Decades of experience. Plenty of laughs. And a reminder that some of the best stories come from people who have already lived several chapters.
Transcribe →Jackson Wetherbee onJay-Z Telling Him to Drop Out of College and Selling out Red Rocks
May 2600:47:30Tap to summarizeJackson Wetherbee of The Elovaters joins the pod for one of the realest conversations we've had about what it actually takes to "make it" in music. From getting discovered by Jay-Z at 19… to getting dropped by a major label… to grinding bar gigs for nearly a decade while raising a kid… to finally selling out Red Rocks Amphitheatre — this episode is all about patience, consistency, and staying independent. We talk: • The insane story of playing for Jay-Z in person • Why he dropped out of college after signing to Universal • Touring in a converted school bus • Balancing fatherhood with life on the road • The reggae scene's secret success formula • Why The Elovaters turned down major label offers • Nashville songwriting culture • Stick Figure, Dirty Heads, Pepper & the rise of independent "coastal" music • Building a career without blowing yourself up along the way One of the best musician conversations we've had in a minute.
Transcribe →Brothers Comatose - Injuries, throwing up in bars and surviving tour
May 1900:54:47Tap to summarizeThe Brothers Comatose join Andy for one of the wildest hangs yet, from sleeping in the woods after a tree branch punctured an eyeball, to puking mid-set at punk bars in San Francisco, to surviving the Bandwagon death trap on tour. The crew talks bluegrass revival, viral success with "Harvest Moon," touring with kids, Appalachia ghost stories, Mexico surf life, social media strategy, and how they somehow still like each other after years of living in vans together. Plus: ninja-star karate instructors, BYOB Pennsylvania strip clubs, Sawtooth Festival chaos, and why hiring a Gen Z mandolin player might've saved the band online. This one feels like sitting backstage at 2AM with a cooler full of PBR. 🍻
Transcribe →Steve Earle on Addiction, Raising an Special Needs Son, and His Incredible Career
May 1200:58:03Tap to summarizeLegendary songwriter, performer, and actor Steve Earle joins Andy Frasco on the show this week for an interview that spans his entire career. This deep dive touches on him running away from home as a kid, doing drugs at a young age, being a recovering addict, and his role as a parent to a son with special needs. Steve Earle is one of the great orators of our time, and that is on display during this world-saving interview. He also talks about opening for Bob Dylan and his friendship with his hero, Townes Van Zandt. They even get into his love of New York Yankees baseball and Premier League Soccer.
Transcribe →Green Room Stories That Shouldn't Be Told w/ Nick, Andy, and Neal
May 501:06:04Tap to summarizeWe're heading to Mexico, and things immediately spiral. From insane green room moments to wild tour stories we probably shouldn't be telling, this one goes everywhere. Breastfeeding in the club, nitrous tanks showing up unannounced, sketchy deals, and the reality of what life on the road actually looks like. We also get into Cancun plans, scuba diving fears, babysitting responsibilities we instantly regret volunteering for, and why touring with families might be way crazier than touring with bands. It's unfiltered, all over the place, and exactly what you'd expect when we're just sitting around before a trip trying to get our lives together.
Transcribe →Fights, Relapse, and Tour Chaos: The Real Life of Langhorne Slim
Apr 2800:58:36Tap to summarizeLanghorne Slim gets real in this one. He talks about getting kicked off a tour with the Violent Femmes after a drunken backstage meltdown, fighting his own bandmate in a parking lot, and the chaos of those early touring days. From there it shifts into the bigger stuff, including addiction, relapse, and what it actually takes to get sober. He breaks down why ambition can mess with your happiness, how fatherhood changes your priorities, and what it's like missing moments at home while you're on the road. There's also a deeper look at the difference between chasing success and actually enjoying the ride, plus how creativity holds up without drugs or alcohol. It's a mix of wild stories, honest reflection, and real perspective on what "making it" actually means. If you're chasing something big or just trying to figure things out.
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