Conversations With Dwyer
384 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 92 ratingsConversations With Matt Dwyer is a music podcast that focuses on the lives and work of legendary, established and emerging new artists. The interviews are not your typical Q&A format but an unfolding organic conversation that shines a light on the lesser explored corners of an artist's work, life, triumphs and challenges. Some past guests included Wayne Coyne of the Flaming Lips, Van Dyke Parks, Lou Barlow, Donita Sparks of L7, Boots Riley and Jenn Wassner of Wye Oak/Flock Of Dimes. Conversations With Dwyer was also the catalyst for John Lurie selling his series "Painting With John," to HBO.
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Episodes
John Lurie - Painting With John Repost with Extra Content
January 22, 2021 09:01 - 1 hour - 115 MBWe revisit the John Lurie episode and Dwyer tells the story of how his conversation with John Lurie lead to him and Adam McKay working together to get "Painting with John" onto HBO Max. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Charlyne Yi - Musician, Poet, Actor, Comedian, Artist
January 20, 2021 09:01 - 1 hour - 114 MBCharlyne Yi joins CWMD to discuss her transition from being a comedic performer to musician and poet. She also shares why she left Los Angeles, her creative process and overcoming anxiety and social awkwardness. It's a very open and candid discussion. Opening Song "Under the Moon," from Charlyne's album Open Your Heart. Purchase some Charlyne music at her Bandcamp HERE Trans Housing Coalition HERE Charlyne's Youtube The Rangdangs video I love so much HERE Charlyne's Instagram @charlyn...
Dylan Baldi - Cloud Nothings
January 13, 2021 09:01 - 49 minutes - 94.6 MBDylan Baldi of the Cloud Nothings joins CWMD to discuss his approach to working with various producers especially Steve Albini, creating an album in quarantine, the brown food of Cleveland and touring when he was a minor. Opening Song, "The Spirit of," from the album The Shadow I Remember Shadow I Remember will be released February 26th 2021 on Car Park Records. Cloud Nothings Bandcamp HERE Cloud Nothings Instagram: @cloudnothings Jayson Gerycz Unifcator Label All Things CWMD: HERE ...
Steve Gunn - Singer/Songwriter
January 06, 2021 09:01 - 55 minutes - 100 MBThe acclaimed and brilliant Steve Gunn joins CWMD to share his evolution as a musician, development as a songwriter and overcoming the hesitance to sing. We also discuss, touring life, his discovery of various great artists who helped him open up to various genres of music and the yearning to live in various parts of the world. Opening song, "New Moon," from Steve Gunn's 2019 Album The Unseen In Between Go to Steve's Bandcamp HERE Steve's Website HERE Steve's Instagram @stevegunnsteveg...
Stephen Heath - Gavin Gruesome
December 30, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 127 MBStephen Heath has played with a number of bands including Stroke 9, Death Valley Girls, and LA Takedown. He joins Dwyer to discuss his new solo album Gavin Gruesome, the differences between the acting and music businesses, and how not giving a fuck can help your creativity. They also dance in the magnificent light of David Lee Roth Opening Song - I Can't Take It," from the album Gavin Gruesome Purchase the album from Perpetual Doom HERE All Things Stephen Heath https://twitter.com/heathb...
FROM THE ARCHIVES - Sonny Smith - Sonny & the Sunsets
December 28, 2020 16:45 - 59 minutes - 110 MBThis episode originally posted October 30, 2013. Sonny and Dwyer discussed how Sonny often wants to crawl in bed pull the sheets over his head and quit music, his fears of challenging himself to push himself creatively and the conflicting messages we get about selling out. Sonny is a charming and funny individual and this is a great episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rodney Anonymous - The Dead Milkmen - From the CWMD Archives
December 23, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 136 MBOver the holiday break I am posting a couple archival episodes starting Punk Rock legend and Dead Milkmen frontman Rodney Anonymous. We discussed music Stalinism, punching your heroes in the face, Christopher Hitchens, and why you there is no real underground music scene anymore. Rodney is a hilarious guest and it was an honor to have him on the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rodney Anonymous - Punk Legend - From the CWMD Archives
December 23, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 136 MBOver the holiday break I am posting a couple archival episodes starting Punk Rock legend and Dead Milkmen frontman Rodney Anonymous. We discussed music Stalinism, punching your heroes in the face, Christopher Hitchens, and why you there is no real underground music scene anymore. Rodney is a hilarious guest and it was an honor to have him on the show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nicholas Krgovich - Solo Artist/No Kids/P:ano/Gigi
December 16, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 120 MBVancouver musician Nicholas Krgovich joins CWMD to discuss, his new album Pasadena Afternoon where he covers various friends songs, the art of the breakup album, his fascination with California and finding inspiration in heightened emotion. Nicholas's Bandcamp Buy Pasadena Afternoon from Moone Records Instagram: nicholas_Krgovich All Things Matt Dwyer CWMD is Produced, Curated and Hosted by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Harold Budd - In Memory of His Life
December 11, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 117 MBI'm happy I have this document just not of me talking with Harold Budd but as a record of how joyous, open and warm he could be. One truly felt special in his presence. The the time we spent talking to him in his South Pasadena apartment was a blast. He, Kelly and myself had smiles the entire time. We discussed, the labels that have been placed on Harold's music, drinking wine and Harold sneaking into music clubs as a kid to see some of the great Jazz musicians. The loss of Harold Budd will ...
Donita Sparks - L7
December 09, 2020 09:01 - 52 minutes - 93.5 MBDonita Sparks from the legendary joins CWMD to talk sneaking into Chicago nightclubs as a teen, the Echo Park/Hollywood art scene in the 80s, her talk show, "The Hi-Low Show - With Donita Sparks," and how bad political eras don't always bring great art. Opening song: "Burn Baby," by L7 from the album, Scatter the Rats Donita/L7 linktree L7 linktree All things Dwyer CWMD is hosted, curated and edited by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
Jeffrey Silverstein - Musician
December 02, 2020 09:01 - 1 hour - 133 MBAmbient Folk musician Jeffrey Silverstein joins CWMD to discuss his early days as a heavy drinking musician, finding his footing as a solo artist and juggling life as a high school teacher and a musician. Opening Song "Easy Rider, from Jeffrey's album You Become the Mountain All Things Jeffrey Silverstein - Socials - Instagram Facebook Twitter Website Music - Bandcamp Spotify Mixcloud (Radio Show Archive + Guest Mixes) *Felt Time airs bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 7-9 PM at duneb...
Macie Stewart - Ohmme
November 18, 2020 09:01 - 48 minutes - 82 MBMacie Stewart joins CWMD in an illuminating and expansive conversation. Macie shares the intricacies of communicating musically in an improvised setting, touring at a young age, the multifaceted aspects of the Chicago music scene and the new Ohmme releases. Opening Song, "Ghost," from the album Fantasize Your Ghost Ohmme's Bandcamp Macie's Bandcamp Website: www.ohmmemusic.com Instagram: @ohmmemusic Charities: One Armenia Venmo to donate: @kooyrigs Brave Space Alliance Chicago Comm...
Macie Stewart - Finom
November 18, 2020 09:01 - 48 minutes - 82 MBMacie Stewart joins CWMD in an illuminating and expansive conversation. Macie shares the intricacies of communicating musically in an improvised setting, touring at a young age, the multifaceted aspects of the Chicago music scene and the new Ohmme releases. Opening Song, "Ghost," from the album Fantasize Your Ghost Ohmme's Bandcamp Macie's Bandcamp Website: www.ohmmemusic.com Instagram: @ohmmemusic Charities: One Armenia Venmo to donate: @kooyrigs Brave Space Alliance Chicago Comm...
Nat Vazer - Singer/Songwriter
November 11, 2020 09:01 - 49 minutes - 94.5 MBAustralian Singer/songwriter and 2020 Music Victoria Awards nominee for the Best Breakthrough Act Nat Vazer joins Dwyer in an expansive Conversation. She shares how music saved her from a tumultuous youth, balancing the rigors of law school and life as a musician, and the defining moment she quit everything and dedicated herself to a life of art. Opening Song, "For A Moment," from Nat Vazer's Album Is this Offensive and Loud Vote For Nat Here: https://www.musicvictoria.com.au/musicvicto...
Karl Blau - Singer/Songwriter
November 04, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBCWMD is proud to have singer/songwriter Karl Blau. Dwyer and Karl discuss the music scene/history of Antecortes Washington, finding an emotional connection it takes to sing covers, and never taking the same approach twice in the studio. Opening Song: "When I Catch the Reins," from the Album Live From the Void. Purchase Live From The Void here: https://store.perpetualdoom.com/product/live-from-the-void-cassette-by-karl-blau Karl Blau Website: https://www.karlblau.com/ Karl Blau Bandcamp...
Elisa Ambrogio - Magik Markers (Part 2)
October 30, 2020 18:23 - 52 minutes - 93.9 MBIn part 2 of Dwyer's talk with Elisa Ambrogio they discuss our current scary reality, why people who believe in the rapture shouldn't be able to run for political office, dancing, the changing mindset of Americans and she reveals something special that is coming for Magik Marker fans. Opening Song, "You Can Find Me," from the new Magik Markers album 2020. By the 2020 album at: https://www.dragcity.com/products/twentytwenty Magik Markers Bandcamp: https://magikmarkers.bandcamp.com/ Elisa...
Elisa Ambrogio - Magik Markers (part 1)
October 28, 2020 08:01 - 59 minutes - 106 MBElisa Ambrogio joins CWMD to talk about the Magik Markers new album, living in a small town, ketchup on hotdogs, solo touring and her dad telling her the music of Tiffany was crap. Ms. Ambrogio is funny, engaging and a blast of a conversation. Opening Song, "You Can Find Me," from the new Magik Markers album 2020. By the 2020 album at: https://www.dragcity.com/products/twentytwenty Magik Markers Bandcamp: https://magikmarkers.bandcamp.com/ Elisa Ambrogio Bandcamp: https://elisaambrogio....
Tim Rutili - Red Red Meat/Califone
October 21, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 130 MBTim Rutili - Red Red Meat/Califone (unedited and in its entirety. Tim Rutili Patreon - 10_18_20, 9.21 AM.m4a Tim Rutili from Red Red Meat and Califone joins Dwyer in a candid chat about being bullied in the Chicago suburbs, the 90s Chicago music scene, the complexities of directing film and Califone's up coming live stream. Opening song: "Bandicoot," by Califone from the album Echo Mine All Things Tim: Upcoming Live Stream: https://audiotree.tv/staged-show/califone-rmwa https://calif...
Kyle Field Interviews Dwyer for episode 200
October 14, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 135 MBFor the 200th episode of CWMD the great Kyle Field of Little Wings takes the steering wheel and leads the conversation with Matt Dwyer in an epic 2 parter (Part 2 on Patreon.) They talk about podcasting, death, trauma and creating, and 200 episodes of CWMD. To hear part two of this conversation go to patreon.com/CWMD or https://linktr.ee/All_Things_Dwyer Opening Song: "Next Time," by Little Wings from the album Light Green Leaves Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings ...
Ann Magnuson - Musician/Performance Artist/Actor/Legend
October 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 134 MBActor, singer, musician, artist, performer, and legend Ann Magnuson joins CWMD in a epic conversation that covers a multitude of topics. Ann shares about her time in the 80s New York Art scene, getting coffee with Jean Michel Basquiat, when art becomes a commodity, the struggles of working class actors and much more. https://annmagnuson.bandcamp.com/ https://annmagnuson.com/ Ann's YouTube WTF 2020 Series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgF01K6oesNelHzoZH9mrxA Ann's Instagram: @annmagn...
King Khan
September 30, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 139 MBKing Khan joins CWMD in an epic conversation. King Khan shares how director Alejandro Jodorowsky introduced him to tarot cards, his work with Black Power Malik Rahim, and how he believes being bi-polar is like having a super power. He also talks about his times being homeless and living on a reservation, making music with his daughters and how Sun Ra lead him to his soulmate. Opening Song: "Wait Till The Stars Burn," from The Infinite Ones. (Release Oct 30, 2020) https://www.globalsolidar...
Kyle Field - Little Wings - Part 2
September 25, 2020 08:01 - 45 minutes - 87.1 MBKyle Field of Little Wings and Dwyer continue their stream of conscious conversation about Zen, Chicago, New York, music and their youths. Opening Song: "Neptunes Next" by Little Wings Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings Merch: https://littlewings.bigcartel.com/ Little Wings Cassette cassette: https://store.perpetualdoom.com/product/rosys-own All Things Matt Dwyer: Instagram: @conversationswithdwyer https://www.themattdwyer.com/ CWMD: Hosted, Produced & Edited b...
Kyle Field - Little Wings - Part 1
September 23, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn this epic two part episode Kyle Field of Little Wings joins CWMD to explore a diverse list of topics. Kyle talks about discovering Alan Watts, fighting wildfires in his backyard, the crusty exterior of Chicagoans, and the many phases of Little Wings. This is not only a great episode but also a very funny one. Part 2 will follow in a couple days. Opening Song: "Neptunes Next" by Little Wings Little Wings instagram: @regularlittlewings Little Wings Merch: https://littlewings.bigcartel.co...
Pat McCartney - Sinister Kid
September 18, 2020 08:01 - 53 minutes - 99 MBPat McCartney has been a prominent figure in Chicago/New York theater. He joins CWMD to discuss his early days in Chicago theater, staying curious, and his struggles with alcohol and drugs that lead him living secluded in a cabin. We also explore the painful process of him turning his painful moments into his stage show Sinister Kid. Opening song, "Turn Your Head" by Ken Vandermark from his album Utility Hitter 21st Mobile ASCAP You can find Pat here: https://www.patmccartney.com/ Produc...
Robbie Fulks - Singer/songwriter
September 16, 2020 20:01 - 48 minutes - 88.3 MBAlt. Country singer songwriter Robbie Fulks CWMD to talk about living outside of pop culture, music labels and how he used to confuse fans by opening shows with "Emerson Lake and Palmer's, "Welcome Back My Friends." He also goes into the fascinating dynamics of recording. http://www.robbiefulks.com/ Opening Song, "Turn Your Head, " by Ken Vandermark from the album Utility Hitter. 21st Mobile ASCAP. Hosted and Produced by Matt Dwyer Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Hosted on Acast....
Libby Hsieh - Girl Friday
September 09, 2020 08:01 - 45 minutes - 85.4 MBLibby Hsieh from the LA based band Girl Friday joins CWMD in an engaging, often funny conversation that covers a wide span of topics. Libby shares what it was like growing up in a conservative Christian family, how playing and her church's worship group was her first gig, how Girl Friday vowed to not write love songs, and how new artists are broadening our perspectives. Libby and Dwyer also explore the concept of Jesus being a voyeur. By their new album Androgynous Mary here: https://www.h...
Alex Edkins -METZ
September 02, 2020 08:01 - 58 minutes - 112 MBMETZ frontman Alex Edkins joins CMWD to talk about their new album Atlas Vending, the greatness of John Candy, the universal depression everyone is feeling, the early Punk scene in Ottawa and life without live music. It's a great episode. Thanks to Bekah Zietz Flynn of Sub Pop for making this happen. Atlas Vending will be released October 9th 2020 on Sub Pop Records. By it here: https://megamart.subpop.com/releases/metz/atlas_vending Opening Song: Hail Taxi Interstitial Song: A Boat To Dr...
Sarah Negahdari - Happy Hollows/Pisces
August 26, 2020 08:01 - 56 minutes - 99 MBSarah Negahdari of the Happy Hollows and Pisces joins CWMD to talk about guitar shredding, how Dave Grohl helped her get a touring gig with Silversun Pickups and what's it like to record during a pandemic. Also, in a rare moment Dwyer talks a little about himself and his podcasting process. http://www.happyhollows.net/ https://thehappyhollows.bandcamp.com/album/concordia https://piscesmusic.bandcamp.com/ Instagram: @happyhollows, @piscesband Opening track: "Two Fires" by Pisces produ...
Emily Cross - Loma, Cross Record
August 19, 2020 08:01 - 51 minutes - 98.1 MBEmily Cross fronts the the bands Loma and Cross Record. She joins CWMD for a very engaging conversation about her abstract podcast "What I'm Looking At", Loma's new album and her work as a death doula. Ms. Cross is very a very engaging and unique artist. CWMD is proud to have her as a guest. Opening Track: "Ocotillo." Performed by Loma from the album, Don't Shy Way. Don't Shy Away will be released on Sub Pop Records October 23rd. 2020. Loma Instagram: @lomatheband Cross Record: @crossrec...
Zander Schloss - Circle Jerks, Weirdos, Joe Strummer,
August 12, 2020 05:10 - 1 hour - 109 MBZander Schloss has been involved in so many creative realms it's hard to list them all, musical director for Joe Strummer, bass player for the Circle Jerks, actor and composer in Alex Cox's films Repo Man, Sid & Nancy, Walker & Straight To Hell. He's also played with the Weirdos, Thelonious Monster to name two of many. He joins CWMD to discuss these past works and his new solo projects including a cover of Joe Strummer's "Straight To Hell" for his new label Piece of Pie Music and The Joe Str...
Alex Cox - Film Director (Repo Man/Sid and Nancy)
August 05, 2020 08:01 - 53 minutes - 90.1 MBFilm director Alex Cox joins CWMD to discuss his new film Tombstone Rashomon, LA and the Punk scene in the 80s, Westerns and the difference between making a studio film vs indie films. https://alexcoxfilms.wordpress.com/ A special thanks to Adam McKay for connecting me with Mr. Cox. Hosted, edited and produced by Matt Dwyer themattdwyer.com Consulting Producer - Dustin Marshall Opening Song: "Turn Your Head," By Ken Vandermark from the album Utility Hitter 21st Mobile ASCAP Hosted on...
Tim Presley - White Fence/DRINKS/Darker My Love
July 29, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 134 MBMusician and artist Tim Presley joins CWMD in conversation that covers a wide range of subjects from Tim's early Punk days to his new art book, Under the Banner of Concern (link below.) Tim and Matt also discuss the early days of Echo Park, Tim's struggles with opiates,and Tim's ability to switch genres of music and keep his fan base in tact. Buy Tim's book, Under the Banner of Concern here: https://anthology.net/ Tim's Instagram: @tm_prsley Opening Song, "Raven On White Cadillac," by Whi...
Andy Siara - Screenwriter -Palm Springs
July 22, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 118 MBAndy Siara screenwriter of the hit summer Indie film Palm Springs joins CWMD to talk about the evolution of the film, discovering his love for movies, his early days in the band the Henry Clay People, and shift from musician to TV/film writing. **SHOW NOTE** There is a slight technical issue with a faint buzzing in the sound. I didn't hear it during recording. Sorry I couldn't fix it. Show Notes Palm Springs can be screened on Hulu. Music: "Turn Your Head," by Ken Vandermark from the al...
Andy Siara - Screeenwriter -Palm Springs
July 22, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 118 MBAndy Siara screenwriter of the hit summer Indie film Palm Springs joins CWMD to talk about the evolution of the film, discovering his love for movies, his early days in the band the Henry Clay People, and shift from musician to TV/film writing. **SHOW NOTE** There is a slight technical issue with a faint buzzing in the sound. I didn't hear it during recording. Sorry I couldn't fix it. Show Notes Palm Springs can be screened on Hulu. Music: "Turn Your Head," by Ken Vandermark from the al...
Gregg Deal Returns - Bonus Ep. Indigenous Artist/Activist
July 20, 2020 08:01 - 53 minutes - 85.1 MBIndigenous Artist & Activist Gregg Deal returns to discuss the recent development with the names of a certain Washington football team, the Native protests at Mount Rushmore, police violence against Native Americans and so much more. As before Gregg sheds light on issues that America has continuously overlooked. More Gregg Deal Here: http://greggdeal.com/ Instagram & Twitter: @greggdeal Matt Dwyer: themattdwyer.com Instagram @conversationswithdwyer Opening Song: "Turn Your Head" by Ken ...
Rob Barbato - Producer/Musician (Darker My Love, The Fall, Cass McCombs
July 15, 2020 08:01 - 1 hour - 123 MBRob Barbato was a member of LA's acclaimed band Darker My Love. After they broke up Rob went on and played with The Fall, Cass McCombs and Kevin Morby. He's also produced such bands as The Vivian Girls, Bleached and Apex Manor. Rob joins CWMD to discuss working with Mark E. Smith, Cass McCombs, life in Texas and Darker My Love. You can find all things Rob Barbato at robbarbato.com. Opening Song: "What's A Mans Paris" by Darker My Love Produced, recorded and edited by Matt Dwyer Consulting...
Daniel Crook - Artist/Activist/Musician
July 08, 2020 08:01 - 53 minutes - 102 MBDaniel Crook is an artist who gained world-wide attention for his work focusing on toxic masculinity. He joins CWMD to discuss his recent experiences protesting for the BLM movement, his life growing up pansexual in a violent and small environment and much more. It's a very intense conversations. Follow the leaders Daniel mentions in the interview here: @janayathefuture @osopepatrisse @docmellymel @kendrick38 You can follow Daniel on IG at @danielcrook Theme Song: Turn Your Head by Ken Van...
Alicia Bognanno - Bully
July 01, 2020 08:01 - 44 minutes - 83.6 MBSub Pop recording artist Alicia Bognanno of the band Bully joins CWMD to discuss her new album SUGAREGG and how she had to derail her ego and insecurities to complete it. She also shares about finding new approaches to songwriting, interning with Steve Albini, and the boy clubs of the music world. SUGAREGG will be released August 21st on Sub Pop Records. http://www.bullythemusic.com/ Instagram: @bullythemusic Twitter: @Bully https://www.subpop.com/artists/bully Producer, Tech Guy & A...
Sean Tillman aka Har Mar Super Star
June 24, 2020 08:01 - 58 minutes - 111 MBSean Tillman aka Har Mar Super Star joins CWMD to talk about growing into the confidence of his alter ego Harm Mar Super Star, the heartbreak it takes to sing soul, overcoming failure, and rebuilding Minneapolis after the murder of George Floyd. Opening Song Prisoner by Har Mar Super Star from the Album Bye Bye 17 LINKS http://www.harmarsuperstar.com/ https://www.heartbones2.com/ https://coloringbooksforacause.com/ Show Credits Consulting Producer - Dustin Marshall Producing, Bookin...
David Pajo - Slint/Papa M
June 17, 2020 08:01 - 57 minutes - 108 MBDavid Pajo was a member of the seminal Indie band Slint and has released a large library of solo music under the monikers, Papa M, Pajo, and Aerial M. David joins CWMD to discuss his early days in of discovering Punk, the first time they played with Steve Albini, life as a hired hand and his music which defies being labeled by a specific genre. Find his music here:https://www.dragcity.com/artists/papa-m and here https://papam.bandcamp.com/ Follow David on Instagram: @cestcadavidpajo Opening...
Adrian Teacher - Apollo Ghosts
June 10, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutes - 105 MBAdrian Teacher is a musician and songwriter out of B.C. He's in one of Dwyer's favorite bands the Apollo Ghosts and Adrian Teacher and the Subs. He joins Matt to talk about his logic behind having multiple bands, the 4 track movement and how it taught him how to write music, not having a business mind and the end of the four dude rock band era. https://apolloghosts.bandcamp.com/ https://adrianteacher.bandcamp.com/ https://thenameofthisbandiscool.bandcamp.com/ Created, Produced and Curate...
Norma Jean Almodovar - Former LA Cop, Sex Worker & Activist
June 03, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 124 MBNorma Jean Almodovar talks about her time working for the LA PD and the corruption she witnessed. She also discusses how she left working for the PD became to sex worker, activist and her bit for Lieutenant Governor California . Ms. Almodovar further shares about being harassed by LA police for the book she was writing and the time she spent in jail. Norma Jean is charming as fuck, hilarious insightful and filled with tales of corruption in LA Police Department. http://www.normajeanalm...
Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Singer/Songwriter/Legend
May 27, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBJimmie Dale Gilmore is a music legend. With Joe Ely and Butch Hancock he founded the highly influential Flatlanders. Jimmie joins CWMD to talk about his music beginnings, leaving the business for spiritual pursuits, his return to Country and his work with the great Dave Alvin. Jimmie Dale Gilmore is a one of a kind. Check out his website: https://jimmiedalegilmore.com/ Opening Music: "Dallas," by Jimmie Dale Gilmore and the Flatlanders Consulting Producer: Dustin Marshall Technical Shit ...
Alie Ward - Ologies
May 20, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBAlie Ward hosts one of the most popular science podcasts in the world Ologies. She joins CMWD to discuss battling anxiety, her journey from journalist, to actor, to painter to podcast hero. She also drops some science on Covid-19 and how to handle science deniers. It's a real honor to have Ms. Ward on the show. She's funny, warm, curious and damned funny. Listen to Ologies here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ologies-with-alie-ward/id1278815517 SHOW NOTES: Theme Song: "Turn Your Hea...
Rabbi Allen Secher - Civil Rights Activist
May 13, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBAllen Secher has incredible stories. He was a Freedom Rider, thrown in packed dirty jails, and was there for the St. Augustine Pool Incident. and still fights for civil rights today. Allen his tales with a quick wit and blunt truth. It's a riveting tale and a great slice of history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Danny Bland - Author, Poet, Tour Manager, Cool Guy
May 05, 2020 11:07 - 58 minutes - 103 MBDanny Bland joins CWMD for the third time to discuss his new book, We Shouldn't Be Doing This. Danny and Dwyer also talk about the art of haiku poetry, how some believe he has desecrated the form and life on the road. Mr. Bland also deconstructs the the art of the fart joke. Purchase Danny's book here: https://revolutionartshop.com/ Danny Bland can be followed on twitter at: @mrdannybland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Honus Honus AKA Ryan Kattner - Man Man
April 29, 2020 08:00 - 45 minutes - 81.5 MBRyan Kattner aka Honus Honus has been the long time creative force behind the critically acclaimed band, Man Man. He joins CWMD to discuss his first Man Man album in seven years, how it felt to have his band taken away from him, and getting amnesia after every album and how he has to learn how to write music again. The new Man Man album 'Dream Hunting in the Valley of the Between' will be released May 1st on Sub Pop Records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Donna Jay Fulks - Voiceover Actor
April 22, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBDonna Jay Fulks is one of the most successful voiceover actresses workin today. She joins CWMD to talk about the misconceptions about the field, how agism and sexism can play even when audiences will only hear your voice, challenging yourself and the work ethic of Chicagoans. Donna is a charming and funny and her insights into the business are engaging and insightful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ryan Sambol - Singer/Songwriter - The Strange Boys
April 15, 2020 08:00 - 49 minutes - 88.4 MBRyan Sambol was the frontman and songwriter for The Strange Boys. The band quickly gained respect and success playing festivals, touring with such notable bands as Spoon and The Black Lips. Ryan joins CWMD to discuss how the band found its unique sound, experiencing success at a young age, the hard times he fell on after the band's break up, and the new music he is currently creating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.