100 Words Or Less: The Podcast
643 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 400 ratingsHost Ray Harkins dives deep with creators of independent culture from musicians, artists and other interesting people to find out what inspires them, how they came to be and many other unexpected places.
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Episodes
Mark Beemer from Shirts For A Cure - Episode 34
December 04, 2012 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBA few weeks ago I was able to steal the head honcho of Shirts For A Cure, Mark Beemer, away from The Fest in Florida for an hour to discuss the beginnings of the organization, the flood of non-profit organizations in independent music and being comfortable with success. Brought to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Keith Latinen from Empire! Empire! (I Was A Lonely Estate) & Count Your Lucky Stars - Episode 32
November 20, 2012 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBHere is an interview I wanted to bring you for quite some time with Keith Latinen, vocalist from the band Empire! Empire! (I Was A Lonely Estate) and owner of Count Your Lucky Stars. I didn't know him at all, but within 10 minutes we were discussing playing in a band with your wife, how one defines success and when does a band make the next "move" up. A very revealing chat from a band that doesn't do a ton of interviews. Brought to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com Learn more abou...
Joey Cahill from 6131 Records/Sound and Fury
November 13, 2012 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBI sat down with one of my best friends, Joey Cahill (owner of 6131 Records), to discuss how he keeps involved with hardcore and the inception of the record label among many other things. Brought to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew Hosner from Thinkspace Gallery - Episode 30
November 06, 2012 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBArt is something I have always enjoyed but never dove into. After this conversation I had with the owner/curator Andrew Hosner I want to. We sat down at the Century Media (his day job) offices and discussed his music industry life, how art really reflects our pop culture and the difficulties in maintaining a small business. Brought to you by PropertyofZack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jonathan Diener from The Swellers - Episode 29
October 30, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBWe called up my good (and new) friend Jonothan Diener who plays drums for The Swellers and discussed many things including the fear one gets about the unknown, never really fitting in musically and many other great topics. Brought to you by Propertyofzack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 28 - Jason Welsher from To Die For Clothing
October 23, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 38 MBI had the pleasure of speaking with one of my oldest friends Jason Welsher, from street wear/graffiti art clothing company To Die For, about his musical beginnings, his most important lessons learned and how difficult it is to maintain a small business. Presented to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com
Episode 27 - Mark Capicotto from Glamour Kills
October 16, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBToday we speak with Mark Capicotto from Glamour Kills (a popular clothing company from New York) about the beginnings of his business, his introduction to independent music and why he stares at shirts in public. Brought to you by Propertyofzack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 26 - Cameron Argon aka Big Chocolate
October 09, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWith this episode, I wanted to focus on the emerging electronic dance music scene and shed some light on one of the independent artists from that particular corner of the music world. Cameron and I discussed his unexpected life goals, his interest in law enforcement and how technology changes the way we communicate. Whether or not you like electronic music, this conversation was extremely engaging and honest. Brought to you by Propertyofzack.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://...
Ray Harkins from Taken/Mikoto/Sound & Fury
October 02, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBSo, to "celebrate" the 25th episode of the show...I wanted to let people in on my life and who I am for better or worse. With the help of my good friend Scott Arnold, he interviewed me about advice to pass to younger generations (aka: my kid), my upbringing in Vegas and the breakup of Taken. Hope this isn't too self indulgent, and if it is...deal with it. (Brought to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omn...
Episode 25 - Ray Harkins from Taken/Mikoto/Sound & Fury
October 02, 2012 04:00 - 1 hourSo, to "celebrate" the 25th episode of the show...I wanted to let people in on my life and who I am for better or worse. With the help of my good friend Scott Arnold, he interviewed me about advice to pass to younger generations (aka: my kid), my upbringing in Vegas and the breakup of Taken. Hope this isn't too self indulgent, and if it is...deal with it. (Brought to you in conjunction with Propertyofzack.com) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Jordan Blilie from The Blood Brothers
September 25, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBI was extremely excited about chatting with one of the vocalists from The Blood Brothers, Jordan Blilie about all things relating to the band. I was a bit apprehensive initially as he hasn't really granted many interviews as of late about the band but he couldn't have been more gracious and willing to open up about signing to a major label, describing the hard times about touring and maintaining relationships on the road. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwor...
Ryan Russell from Nervous Energies/professional photographer
September 18, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBI had the pleasure of speaking with Ryan Russell who is best known for his amazing photography as well as his awesomely fun music project, Nervous Energies. We spoke about his upbringing in the south, the continual battle of convincing parents you have a real job and relationships. Brought to you by Property of Zack (www.propertyofzack.com) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 23 - Ryan Russell from Nervous Energies/professional photographer
September 18, 2012 04:00 - 1 hourI had the pleasure of speaking with Ryan Russell who is best known for his amazing photography as well as his awesomely fun music project, Nervous Energies. We spoke about his upbringing in the south, the continual battle of convincing parents you have a real job and relationships. Brought to you by Property of Zack (www.propertyofzack.com) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Matt Pike, booking agent
September 11, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBOne Monday morning, booking agent Matt Pike and I mixed it up and spoke about his first tour booking experience, how difficult of a balancing act growing up in punk & hardcore is and growing up on the east coast. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 21 - Wayne Wildrick from Man Overboard
September 04, 2012 04:00 - 58 minutesWayne Wildrick, the guitarist of Man Overboard, dropped by my house recently to go over his upbringing in New Jersey, what he was thinking when he left the band for a brief time and we invent the term, "drinking the paper". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Wayne Wildrick from Man Overboard
September 04, 2012 04:00 - 58 minutes - 54 MBWayne Wildrick, the guitarist of Man Overboard, dropped by my house recently to go over his upbringing in New Jersey, what he was thinking when he left the band for a brief time and we invent the term, "drinking the paper". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craig Ericson from Rise Records
August 28, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBOne afternoon I sat down with Craig Ericson (the owner of Rise Records) and discussed the misconceptions of the label, why he signs the bands he does and his previous career as a mapmaker. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 20 - Craig Ericson from Rise Records
August 28, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 37.8 MBOne afternoon I sat down with Craig Ericson (the owner of Rise Records) and discussed the misconceptions of the label, why he signs the bands he does and his previous career as a mapmaker.
Adam Vass from La Dispute
August 21, 2012 04:00 - 57 minutes - 52.4 MBOne afternoon I had the opportunity to sit down with Adam Vass, the bass player from La Dispute and independent artist. It was a great chat talking about his serendipitous inclusion in the band, confidence in your work and misconceptions of the band. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alex Erian from Obey The Brave/Despised Icon
August 14, 2012 04:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBOne afternoon over Skype I chatted with the vocalist from Obey The Brave (and previous vocalist of Despised Icon) Alex Erian about misconceptions of himself, the intricacies of Montreal culture and his insane birth. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 17 - Chris Hansen from No Sleep Records
August 06, 2012 04:00 - 1 hourI had been looking forward to sitting down with Chris Hansen, the owner of No Sleep Records, for awhile as he is one of my close friends. He really opened about many things such as his social anxiety, his fathers passing and how No Sleep Records was born. It was a great chat and I hope you enjoy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Episode 16 - Dan & Tom Searle from Architects
July 31, 2012 04:00 - 1 hourNot only are these dudes my first international guests, but some of the only twins I know playing music in the same band together. Dan & Tom Searle from Architects (in the UK) stayed up late one night to discuss gossip oriented press, their humble beginnings and preconceived notions . Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Dan & Tom Searle from Architects
July 31, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBNot only are these dudes my first international guests, but some of the only twins I know playing music in the same band together. Dan & Tom Searle from Architects (in the UK) stayed up late one night to discuss gossip oriented press, their humble beginnings and preconceived notions . Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 15 - Andrew Glover from Winds Of Plague
July 24, 2012 04:00 - 1 hourI got a chance to have my old friend Andrew Glover (bass player for Winds Of Plague) on the show to discuss how bad ass his father is, how success can be defined and finally, Andrew has a bone to pick with ME! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Andrew Glover from Winds Of Plague
July 24, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 63 MBI got a chance to have my old friend Andrew Glover (bass player for Winds Of Plague) on the show to discuss how bad ass his father is, how success can be defined and finally, Andrew has a bone to pick with ME! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tommy Rogers from Between The Buried and Me
July 17, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBI sat down with one of my old friends, Tommy Rogers, the vocalist from Between The Buried and Me to discuss his upbringing in rural North Carolina, how criticism hurts and the birth of his child. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jami Morgan from Code Orange
July 10, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBMaking history as being the youngest guest on the show, drummer/vocalist Jami Morgan from Code Orange is on the show today. He and I had a great chat one afternoon about embarrassing first bands, depression and being the "business man" of the band. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Forrest Kline from Hellogoodbye
July 03, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBI had the pleasure of sitting down with all around good dude Forrest Kline from the band Hellogoodbye to discuss real estate, why touring isn't all it's cracked up to be and self preservation. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 12 - Forrest Kline from Hellogoodbye
July 03, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 33.1 MBI had the pleasure of sitting down with all around good dude Forrest Kline from the band Hellogoodbye to discuss real estate, why touring isn't all it's cracked up to be and self preservation.
Matt Fox from Shai Hulud
June 26, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBIn this episode I visit with Matt Fox, the driving force behind metalcore pioneers Shai Hulud. We discuss his love for thrash metal, why women are so much better than men and his South Florida upbringing. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brett Rassmusen from Ignite
June 19, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBBrett is one of the nicest, down to earth and realistic dudes I have ever met. We had the chance to sit down one afternoon and discuss his post-punk upbringing, how Ignite operates as a band and his new band Nations Afire. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Bruni from Profound Lore Records
June 12, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBI had the pleasure of speaking to Chris Bruni, the owner of Profound Lore Records, about his label, the concept of hipster metal and how buying records doesn't support satan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 8 - Buddy Nielsen from Senses Fail
June 05, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBIn this episode I had a great conversation with Buddy Nielsen, the vocalist from Senses Fail about everything from his bands journey in and around the mainstream, being successful on your own terms and how he still keeps the excitement for new bands. This podcast is part of the Punknews network, visit punknews.org for all the latest news in independent music. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Logan from Chokehold
May 29, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBEpisode 7 - I caught up with one of my oldest friends Chris Logan, the vocalist for (in my humble opinion) legendary hardcore band Chokehold, 78 Days and more recently Anxiety. We talked about his experience in creating a "scene" in Southern Ontario, growing up within the confines of the hardcore scene and his experience of running Goodfellow Records. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 6 - Sergeant D from Stuff You Will Hate
May 22, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBI sit down with one of the most pervasive truth teller/shit talker on the internet currently (okay, I may be exaggerating a little bit) about how he formed his writing voice, why metal fans are dumb and how stupid it is to "grow up" out of certain musical styles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jesse Barnett from Stick To Your Guns
May 15, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBEpisode 5 - One fine Southern California afternoon, Jesse Barnett (the vocalist from Stick To Your Guns) and I spoke candidly about relationships, why they've never been "accepted" by the hardcore scene and religion. It's one of my favorite conversations I have had on the show thus far. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gared O'Donnell from Hawks & Dove/Planes Mistaken For Stars
May 08, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBI had the opportunity to have a very honest and open chat with Gared O'Donnell, the lead vocalist from Planes Mistaken For Stars/Hawks & Doves. We spoke about the need to create art, how life can mirror art and how he was raised in bars. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Justin Smith from Graf Orlock
May 01, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBWe sit down with Justin Smith, the guitarist from Graf Orlock, vocalist/guitarist from Ghostlimb and guitarist for Dangers (that is a mouthful). We discuss growing up in Orange County, the REAL story behind Graf Orlock and why the director of HEAT pre-ordered a 7". Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 2 - Jon Halperin from The Glass House/Chain Reaction/Vegas Records etc..
April 24, 2012 04:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBIn our second episode I speak with Jon Halperin, who is the main talent buyer for The Glass House in Pomona, CA, about his upbringing in suburbia, his fathers life as a spy and the worst part of his job. His dogs also make an appearance throughout the episode as well. Logo courtesy of Chris Hansen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Riley Breckenridge from Thrice
April 17, 2012 04:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBWith our first episode, we sit down with Riley from Thrice and talk about his bands farewell tour, his baseball career, why English was his default major and other pressing matters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 25 - Best Of 2011 with Jeremy Bolm from Touche Amore
January 04, 2012 05:00 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBSeeing how much fun we had last year, we decided to bring Jeremy Bolm from Touche Amore back into the studio and go over the "Best Of 2011" in music, movies, TV and podcasts. It's a long one, but filled with awesomeness. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 24 - Diapers and Temco Bowl (Albert Mudrian from Decibel Magazine)
December 08, 2011 05:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we speak to Albert Mudrian, the editor in chief of Decibel Magazine about diapers, retrospective shows being "too soon" and one of the best film trilogies of all time. We also discuss new music from Mastodon, Tim Hecker, Childish Gambino and The Muppets. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Albert Mudrian from Decibel Magazine
December 08, 2011 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBIn this episode we speak to Albert Mudrian, the editor in chief of Decibel Magazine about diapers, retrospective shows being "too soon" and one of the best film trilogies of all time. We also discuss new music from Mastodon, Tim Hecker, Childish Gambino and The Muppets. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 23 - Girl Scream (Nick Beard from Circa Survive)
November 28, 2011 05:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we speak to Nick Beard from the rock band Circa Survive about what's it's like making a living off of the band, skewed expectations and how influential a record label really is. We also talk about Workaholics, The Other F Word and a bunch of new music. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Nick Beard from Circa Survive)
November 28, 2011 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBIn this episode we speak to Nick Beard from the rock band Circa Survive about what's it's like making a living off of the band, skewed expectations and how influential a record label really is. We also talk about Workaholics, The Other F Word and a bunch of new music. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Josh Grabelle from Bullet Tooth/Trustkill Records
November 14, 2011 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBIn this episode we sit down with CEO of Bullet Tooth Records (previously known as Trustkill Records) Josh Grabelle and talk about his love for pop music, Israel and why labels are an easy scapegoat. We also chat about the new M83, Trash Talk, Four Year Strong and Paranormal Activity 3. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pre-teens vs. Old Man - Episode #22 (Josh Grabelle)
November 14, 2011 05:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we sit down with CEO of Bullet Tooth Records (previously known as Trustkill Records) Josh Grabelle and talk about his love for pop music, Israel and why labels are an easy scapegoat. We also chat about the new M83, Trash Talk, Four Year Strong and Paranormal Activity 3. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Ben Sharp from Cloudkicker
October 31, 2011 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn this episode we sit down with Ben Sharp from the one man project called Cloudkicker and discuss celebrity, mormons and why Blink 182 hates each other. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Episode 21 - Lawnmower Man (Ben Sharp from Cloudkicker)
October 31, 2011 04:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we sit down with Ben Sharp from the one man project called Cloudkicker and discuss celebrity, mormons and why Blink 182 hates each other. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Episode 20 - Child Acting and Dogs (a look inward)
October 20, 2011 04:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, we tried something different and interviewed each other! We figured since it was our 20th episode we should do something special. We discuss 6131 Records, kids, why college isn't important and everything in between. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers