Godspeed Podcast
169 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 31 ratingsExploring disruptive artistry
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Bros, Bibles, Beer Crossover Episode Pt. 2
October 20, 2021 00:41 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBWhat is this? Another crossover episode? Bros Bibles Beer was kind enough to host me once again and this time boy oh boy do we name drop. Oh that's my new book, Name Dropping, available now in paperback. @brosbiblesbeer
Third Times a Charm with Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire
July 27, 2021 23:11 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBOne of Godspeed's favorite guests returns! Matty of course is the front man of Memphis May Fire and, even more staggering, he is now a part of the prestigious three timers club! We dive into their new singles "Death Inside" and "Blood & Water", which many are saying are a return to the band's roots. We also get into his solo work, the idea of "selling out", and why being cool just isn't cool anymore. @memphismayfire @mattymullins @godspeedpodcast @namedroppingbook
From 0 to Infinite. Godspeed welcomes author D. Eric Maikranz
July 12, 2021 15:01 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBWe're back with another inspiring author! D. Eric Maikranz wrote The Reincarnationist Papers, a debut novel which is now a major motion picture starring Mark Wahlberg! Follow @d.ericmaikranz to find links to Eric's works! Reedsy.com (a great resource for writers)
The Return of Steven Gosvener
June 22, 2021 15:44 - 27 minutes - 25.4 MBThe wonderfully creative Steven Gosvener returns! Hip hop producer, podcaster, piano man, dude does it all. He's got new music-NOTES FROM THE UNDERGROUND, which you can find everywhere! This dude has a million projects and we're here for all of them. @stevengosvener
Matt Greiner Returns!
May 04, 2021 15:52 - 36 minutes - 34 MBYou know him, you love him, and in my opinion, he's one of the best drummers in the world, August Burns Red's Matt Greiner returns to talk about the 10th anniversary of LEVELER!
The Waxflower Episode
April 12, 2021 07:08 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBTristan Higginson, vocalist for Brisbane's Waxflower, joins to talk about their new single "Not Alone" from their upcoming April release We Might Be Alright. Tristan and I talk about his love for Jimmy Eat World and Say Anything, what breaking out of Australia means for a young band, and the challenges artists face when writing about mental health. @waxflowermusic
The Slow Crush Episode
April 05, 2021 15:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBI've never quite known what shoegaze is but you know greatness when you hear it. My latest random YouTube find is Slow Crush and it turns out I'm the one behind the times. Grab their latest record Aurora, and daydream your life away. @slowcrushband
The Sonny Sandoval and Ryan Ries Episode (The Whosoevers)
March 30, 2021 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBSonny Sandoval (P.O.D.) and Ryan Ries join the podcast to discuss The Whosoever's new film FULL SEND, which is now available for free at TheWhosovers.com and Ries' new book Kill the Noise! TheWhosoevers.com @ryanries @sonnywhosoever
The David Zach Episode
March 22, 2021 15:17 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBDavid Zach, best known as vocalist for Remedy Drive, drops by to talk about the band's new record Imago Amor and give insight as to his work with Exodus Road, an organization fighting human trafficking. We get into the album's inspiration as well as his undercover work. @remedydrive @davidmzach Visit RemedyDrive.com for more info on Imago Amor and Exodus Road.
The Brave New World Episode
March 16, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBVocalist Chris Eubanks of Brave New World joins! Pick up their new EP Blossom out now! @wearebravenewworld
Nick Thomas Returns (The Spill Canvas)
March 09, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBThe Spill Canvas dropped Conduit on March 5th through Pure Noise Records...and it's their best. Vocalist Nick Thomas discusses the pros and cons of the "nostalgia" label, his past addiction struggles, and what it's like to write a whole record about a toxic relationship. @thespillcanvas
The Phil Joel Episode
March 02, 2021 08:08 - 32 minutes - 30 MBYou may know Phil Joel as the bassist for Christian rock giants The Newsboys but did you hear the news that this boy has a new solo record out? Phil and I talk about his new EP Better Than I Found It, making art in the time of COVID, and where his life might have taken him had he not received that fateful call almost 30 years ago. Visit PhilJoel.com to check out the EP!
The Eternal and OG Fallstar Returns
February 22, 2021 18:10 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBFallstar's new record Sunbreather is a scorcher and dare I say one of the best in Facedown history, nay, music history. Vocalist Chris Ratzlaff joins. @fallstarmusic @facedownrecords
The Sonny Vega Episode
February 03, 2021 16:00 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBSonny Vega, formerly of Close Your Eyes and currently of the Its Always Sonny Podcast joins!
Ryan Key Returns (And Gets Fit!)
January 29, 2021 23:45 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBRyan Key drops by to talk Cardio Sport and DJ'ing workouts! Visit cardiosportveeps.com to join the event!
The Icon For Hire Episode
January 21, 2021 16:20 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBGodspeed is joined by Shawn Jump and Ariel Bloomer of Icon For Hire, plus...a puppers. Their new record Amorphous is out 2/19 and you can check out the singles "Seeds", "Last One Standing", and "Curse or Cure" out now. @iconforhire (to see the puppers!)
Fighting Forward with Hannah Brencher
January 04, 2021 16:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBAuthor Hannah Brencher's new book is Fighting Forward: Your Nitty Gritty Guide to Beating the Lies That Hold You Back and its a great way to start the new year! @hannahbrencher
Namedropping: I Never Did Get to Dance on the Roof with Liv Tyler
November 29, 2020 23:27 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MBNamedropping excerpts are back! Enjoy another short section of my upcoming book Namedropping: Seeking Creative Truth Through Trendy Altruism and Punk Rock. Follow @namedroppingbook on Instagram to see the photos that accompany these horrendous tales.
The Camille Nolan Episode
November 18, 2020 00:59 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBWe are back! Singer/songwriter Camille Nolan joins! We talk about her new EP ARCHETYPE, vulnerability in lyric writing, and creatively collaborating with her musician husband and Taking Back Sunday guitarist John. Grab her new EP at camillenolan.bandcamp.com and follow @camillenolan for updates.
Guardrail Sucks (jk)
October 26, 2020 01:02 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBEvery so often a new band gets thrown my way and I can't help but feature them. Guardrail is self-proclaimed "diet punk". Enough said. Follow @guardrailsucks and listen to "Til We're Dead" so you can be as hooked as me. Their new EP YIKES is out now!
Taking Back Sunday's Shaun Cooper
October 19, 2020 01:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBTaking Back Sunday bassist Shaun Cooper joins! Visit SaveOurStages.com to see how you can help out so many of your favorite venues! @takingbacksunday
Namedropping: Gandhi Goes to Hell
October 12, 2020 18:26 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBAnother excerpt from my upcoming book Namedropping: Seeking Creative Truth Through Trendy Altruism and Punk Rock. In honor of my recent interview with author Rob Bell, I thought I'd release my chapter on the dude himself. Be on the lookout on Godspeed socials for a giveaway of Rob's new book Everything Is Spiritual. This chapter's soundtrack is "Fighter" by Joseph. Namedropping coming soon! @realrobbell @godspeedpodcast
Wade Cota Returns
October 05, 2020 21:35 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBWe talked with American Idol contestant Wade Cota back in May but what has he been up to since quarantined has really taken a bite out of musicians' livelihoods? Well, Cobra Kai and new music to name a few! Listen to his new song "Ordinary Life" out now! @wadecota
Everything is Spiritual with Rob Bell
September 21, 2020 02:00 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBThird time is an absolute charm, but how can it not be with this guy? Rob Bell returns for the hat trick to discuss his latest book Everything Is Spiritual: Who We Are and What We're Doing Here. Robbell.com @realrobbell
Namedropping: Toddler Takeover (With Anthony Green)
September 07, 2020 01:00 - 7 minutes - 7.14 MBAnother excerpt from Namedropping has...dropped (I'm not a wordsmith). This is a special one. If you've ever spent time with Anthony Green, you'll know why. If you haven't, I really hope this does the man justice. This section's soundtrack song is: "Dear Child" by Anthony Green (duh) Follow @namedroppingbook on Instagram for embarrassing behind the scenes photos.
The Lindsay Manfredi Episode
August 30, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBLindsay Manfredi is one of my new favorite people. You know her as the bass player for COLD but she also just dropped her first book Unf*ckwithable: A Guide to Inspired Badassery available now at LindsayManfredi.com @lindsaymanfredi @godspeedpodcast
The Mike Henneberger Episode
August 17, 2020 18:31 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MBAuthor/musician/writer/comedian Mike Henneberger joins to talk about his latest book Rock Bottom at the Renaissance: An Emo Kid's Journey Through Falling In and Out of Love In and with New York City. Visit ABergerJoint.com to check it out and be sure to follow @mikeyleerock
Namedropping: A Punk Rawk Pause
August 09, 2020 23:28 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBDropping another excerpt from Jameson's upcoming book Namedropping. This is a special one guys. Who in the world wasn't, at one time or another, obsessed with MxPx? For many of us, the Bremerton trio kicked off a lifelong love of fast, immature, good vibes punk. In this excerpt, Jameson explores the origins of his obsession as well as his many run ins with the band. Visit @namedroppingbook on Instagram to see the photos behind the stories. This excerpt's soundtrack selection is "Party, M...
Zech Pluister Of Sleep On It Returns!
August 03, 2020 02:00 - 53 minutes - 49.8 MBVIP meet & greets, creating quality content in quarantine, and the future of Sleep On It all hangs in the balance in 2020. Don't worry, we solve all of it. @sleeponitband
Namedropping: Naked Church
July 27, 2020 02:37 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBExcerpt number 2 (haha) from my upcoming book Namedropping: Seeking Creative Truth Through Trendy Altruism and Punk Rock coming this fall.
Luke T. Harrington's New Book is Full of Crap. Author Talks Sex, Poop, and The Bible
July 20, 2020 02:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBMurder-Bears, Moonshine, and Mayhem: Strange Stories from The Bible To Leave You Amused, Bemused, and (Hopefully) Informed. Get it? Luke T. Harrington's latest book is a must-read for that immature junior high kid who still lives within all of us.
Namedropping: My Hip Hop Cred
July 15, 2020 00:31 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBA story about meeting my best friend Machine Gun Kelly. Namedropping: Seeking Creative Truth Through Trendy Altruism and Punk Rock coming this fall from Askew Publishing. @namedroppingbook
The Steven Gosvener Episode
July 06, 2020 01:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBVisit Rumestudio.co to see all the amazing and creative projects Steven and his wife Bethany are working on and listen to Ungrieved on Spotify. Seriously, lay on the floor, throw this record on and drift away.
Jon Steingard Returns
June 07, 2020 18:22 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBImagine sharing your personal thoughts on the existence of God and winding up on CNN. Our old friend Jon Steingard returns! He's had quite the last few weeks! Everyone has an opinion on his announcement but we just want to have the conversation. Much love.
The Jay Bakker Episode
June 01, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBJay Bakker! Grace! Another wish list guest fulfilled. Follow @jaybakker and tune into Revolution Church on iTunes. Honestly, this was just a really fun and hopeful interview. Plus you'll get some new music out of it.
The Kevin Geyer Episode
May 25, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBA brief chat with Kevin Geyer of The Story So Far, Elder Brother and his new solo project Same Side!
The Colton Dixon Episode
May 18, 2020 01:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBDid you know I used to LOVE American Idol? It's true and Colton Dixon was always a favorite. It's been incredible to see his star rise since he placed 7th in 2011. He's got a brand new EP (self-titled) out now and I can't lie, its a perfect album. @coltondixonmusic
The Tommy Green Episode
May 10, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBFINALLY! You've been asking for him! Tommy Freakin' Green is here. You'll have to sit through another very brief excerpt from my upcoming book but I promise you, it's worth it. The dude has had whirlwind of a last few years. We get into healing, whether or not he misses Sleeping Giant, and his newfound career as a big time serious actor. @tommyrunsagainsttraffic @darkarrowsmovie
The Wade Cota Episode
May 05, 2020 20:16 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBWade Cota placed top 5 on American Idol last season! Katy Perry said he had one of the most unique voices she'd ever heard. If Katy Perry is wrong, I don't want to be right. His new record is Big Feet, Baby Steps out now! @wadecota @sugarwaterofficial
Nathan Macintosh Returns!
May 04, 2020 01:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBComic Nathan Macintosh returns! We get into so many things. Gal Gadot and celeb friends encouraging us six days in by sining "Imagine"? Imagine no possessions...I don't think they can. Is Hobbs and Shaw the greatest piece of cinema in recent memory? There's a lot to unpack here. @nathanmacintosh
Ronnie Winter Returns!
April 26, 2020 20:37 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBRonnie Winter fronts one of the most underrated bands of the last fifteen years, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. Check out their new single "Brace Yourself" and dive back into a great great catalog of their music. @redjumpsuit
Matt MacDonald Returns!
April 20, 2020 01:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MBMatt MacDonald of The Classic Crime is back! Their new record is Patterns in the Static and.it.is.the.best. Be sure to follow @theclassiccrime on Instagram and tune into Twitch.tv/theclassicmatt to hear Quarantunes every Friday at 9pm PST.
Northlander...Uh...You'll See
April 16, 2020 15:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBChris (Charles) from Northlander. This was a tough one, guys. @northlandermusic @09musicofficial
Jake Luhrs Returns Again!
April 13, 2020 01:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBAugust Burns Red has dropped their 8th (!!) record this month, GUARDIANS. It's a banger. Front man Jake Luhrs and I talk about why he took a step back from lyric writing on this one, why numbers don't matter, and how he's surviving the lockdown. I also drop a tiny excerpt from my upcoming book (shameless self-promotion). @jakeluhrsabr @augustburnsred @heartsupport @godspeedpodcast @namedroppingbook
The Matt Carter Episode
April 06, 2020 01:58 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBYou've asked for it! Godspeed finally welcomes Matt Carter. Carter is the guitar player for Emery and one half of The Bad Christian Podcast. This guy is a nonstop idea machine. Visit Emeryland.com for exclusive Emery songs, content and much more.
Stephen Christian Returns!
March 30, 2020 01:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBStephen Christian: front-man of Anberlin/pastor/husband/father/the mind behind Anchor & Braille/solo artist/one of my favorite guests. His new Anchor & Braille record TENSION is dropping soon. Keep an eye out.
The Josh Hagquist Episode
March 23, 2020 02:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBThe Beautiful Mistake is back after a slight fourteen year absence, but hey, we'll take what we can get! Vocalist Josh Hagquist fills us in on their new EP YOU'RE NOT BROKEN, I AM, reminisces on the humble beginnings of Dogwood, and what it'll be like to play their 20 year anniversary shows at Furnace Fest. There's a lot to talk about here. @thebeautifulmistakeband
Friends Supporting Friends: The Christie Gee Episode
March 16, 2020 02:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBChristie Gee is a long time friend of the podcast so it's an epic honor to finally have her on the show! Check out The Christie Gee Podcast for our episode swap plus she's got GREAT guests like MxPx, Jay Bakker and so many more. @christiegee
I Choose Peace with Doug Bender
March 09, 2020 02:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBDoug Bender spends his writing days capturing the stories of so many of our beloved celebrities for I AM SECOND but guess what? His story is pretty darn important too. Doug's latest book I CHOOSE PEACE is available and features stories from Austin Carlile of Of Mice and Men, Brian Head Welch, olympian Shawn Johnson, and many more. Visit IAMSECOND.com to see more inspiring stories from those who inspire us.
The Brad Sherwood Episode
March 02, 2020 03:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBBrad Sherwood of WHO'S LINE IS IT ANYWAY? joins!