John Wayne Lied to You
288 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsJohn Wayne Comunale is a bizarro fiction writer and band leader of johnwayneisdead. Join him as he recounts his insane but real life adventures
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Episodes
Episode 309 - I Want To Be A Cowboy! or Breakin'!
April 11, 2024 00:40 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBThis week the lovely Scarlett joins me as we discuss my recent cancellations, mental health, and knowing when to take a break. I’m very sorry to have canceled some amazing shows, but it was for the best, and I’ll be back at full power in May with new shit from the same asshole.
Episode 308 - johnwayneisdead Vegas Style w/ Kris Jett
March 18, 2024 21:56 - 56 minutes - 77.2 MBI’m back from another stint on the road and am joined by my good friend and drummer of johnwayneisdead, Kris Jett. We chat about the new record, tour dates, and our new drum czar, Dom.
Episode 307 - Eat Up Sonny, Squid Won't Kill Ya'
February 13, 2024 21:34 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MBThis week, I prep fro another road trip while musing on what may have ruined seafood for me for life. Also, I release a track from the NEW johnwayneisdead album on Patreon. johnwayneisdead Patreon johnwayneisdead.com
Episode 306 - CREEP I.E. Recap and the Road Rolls On
February 07, 2024 22:48 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBJust back from Creep I.E. Con in Ontario California, and it was a blast and a half! PLUS, I chat with my good friend, wrestler/tv host Hack along with a room full of weirdos.
Episode 305 - Recap of Days of the Dead Atlanta 2024 - First Show of the Year
February 02, 2024 00:00 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBI’ve officially begun traveling for the new year with my first stop in Atlanta for Days of the Dead. This was a return to where it all started as Atlanta was the first show I vended at by myself several years ago, and I got to see so many amazing people this year, I almost couldn’t contain myself. johnwayneisdead Patreon johnwayneisdead.com
Episode 304 - The Road For The New Year
January 22, 2024 22:27 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBThis week I’m preparing to start a new year of travel and talk about the prep I’m doing across all aspects by using what I’ve learned from my past mistakes.
Episode 303 - Please Pull Over, My Barf-Bag Is Already Full
January 15, 2024 15:14 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBThis week has been packed with exciting goings-on here, and I tell you all about it in the episode. New art, new books, a new record, and a ton of new tour dates are discussed as wells as a fun tour story from a few years back in honor of ‘The Road’ itself. PLUS, Kris Jett joins me to talk to our producer and very good friend, Mars Hall. Check out my Patreon for the full conversation. johnwayneisdead.com JWID Patreon johnwayneisdead Substack
Episode 302 - Dude, I Am In My Room
January 08, 2024 14:51 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBThis week, we’re rollin’ on with the new format as I continue to update you all on where I’ve been and where I’m going. I’ll be peppering in some funnier drinking stories along the way. ALSO, I chat about the NEW forthcoming johnwayneisdead record with my drummer and friend, Kris Jett. Check out my PATREON for more interviews - https://www.patreon.com/johnwayneisdead Visit johnwayneisdead.com for tour dates, books, and records! - http://johnwayneisdead.com
Episode 301 - The Road Behind AND The Road Ahead
January 02, 2024 19:37 - 1 hour - 103 MBI’m back after an end of the year break and am stoked to be here! This week, I talk about the road, things to come, my new release, and catch you all up on what’s been going on while giving a glimpse of things to come as well. GA$$ Money Magazine http://johnwayneisdead.com/shop/ga-money-magazine-issue-1 The Curses Collection https://forbiddenfuturesmagazine.com/shop/p/the-curses-collection
Episode 300 - Raw Road Doggin' It
October 10, 2023 22:19 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBCheck out the Patreon HERE Visit johnwayneisdead.com for all your john wayne needs!
Episode 299 - Most Excellent Time with Pat Chase and Kris Jett
October 01, 2023 00:14 - 1 hour - 112 MBThis week is special episode featuring in studio guests Las Vegas comedian, Pat Chase, and johnwayneisdead drummer, Kris Jett. We have an awesome time chatting comedy, music, and dedication to your craft.
Episode 298 - More Something . . . Again
September 18, 2023 19:52 - 54 minutes - 75.2 MBI’m heading to LA this weekend, so I decided to re-tell an oldie about the first time I ever went there and the tattoo I came home with to remember it by. PLUS, a sneak-peek of my conversation with cosplayer/haunt actress Justine. Call the Corey Hotline 24/7 832-930-1347
Episode 297 - Surprise Visit From A Foreign Cousin. And Also, RAVE.
September 12, 2023 18:55 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBThis week, my long, lost, Eastern-European cousin makes a surprise visit to Vegas and the podcast to talk about his own writing endeavors as well as his favorite hobbies. Call the Corey Hotline with questions or comments 24/7 832-930-1347
Episode 296 - October Village September 2023 Recap
September 07, 2023 16:54 - 45 minutes - 62.3 MBBaton down the hatches for October Village, because it was FLOODED with people! What a time, but now I have some time off to rest up for the next one. Leave a message on the Corey Hotline with questions or comments at 832-930-1347
Episode 295 - A Marathon of Shows!
August 31, 2023 21:03 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBI’ve been on the road for over a month, but now I’m back to tell the whole tale before I start all over again. Five conventions, six weeks, killer time.
Episode 294 - Doonsbury Do or Do Not
July 26, 2023 20:43 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBThis week I talk about a visit to the museum as a kid that left a distinct impression on me, and is why I draw to this day. Call the Corey Hotline 24/7 to leave a message for the show 832-930-1347
Episode 293 - The Great Lemon Party of Room 305!
July 18, 2023 00:34 - 41 minutes - 57 MBIn this very special episode we recorded LIVE with S.C. Mendes and Joe Spagnola from Blood Bound Books at Mad Monster Party in Glendale Arizona 2023, and boy is it a silly one. Much fun was had as we’re joined by special surprise guests and end up learning just a little bit more about life. Call the Corey Hotline to leave a message for the show 24/7 at 832-930-1347
Episode 292 - Mad Monster Party Arizona 2023 Recap
July 11, 2023 20:38 - 44 minutes - 61.5 MBIt’s hot in Glendale, but you know that, so instead I’ll tell you all about the most excellent time I had vending at another successful Mad Monster Party. Call the Corey Hotline anytime 832-930-1347
Episode 291 - The Return of Scarlett!
July 04, 2023 19:12 - 53 minutes - 72.9 MBThis week the lovely Scarlett returns to chat about traveling, making adjustments, and striking a balance when it comes to being on the road again. Call the Corey Hotline to weigh in at 832-930-1347
Episode 290 - What Is: The Dude Abides
June 27, 2023 19:36 - 47 minutes - 63 MBThe Austin show was canceled, so I’m home for the weekend. This week I tell a tale of my short-lived stint as a trivia host. Call the Corey Hotline to weigh in 832-930-1347
Episode 289 - Weed Snobs and Hip Hop Toys w/ Lee Parker
June 20, 2023 23:44 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBOn this special episode I have my amazing friend, artist, sculptor, and toy maker, Lee Parker, joining me in the Neon Palace of Sin to talk bootlegs, custom and licensed figures, and our mutual pal, Gary. Call the Corey Hotline at 832-930-1347 to chime in on the bevy of topics we rip through.
Episode 288 - Bride of Frankencon 2023 Recap
June 13, 2023 18:53 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBI had the pleasure of being a part of Bride of Frankencon this year, and in this episode I tell of my triumphant return to Knoxville. Call the Corey Hotline 24/7 at 832-930-1347
Episode 287 - Phoenix From The Ashes Fan Fusion Recap 2023
June 05, 2023 22:25 - 1 hour - 85 MBI almost missed load in then didn’t! I’m back from Phoenix Fan Fusion and can’t wait to tell you about my return for a second year. Call or text The Corey Hotline with questions or comments 832-930-1347
Episode 286 - Texas Frightmare 2023 Recap
May 31, 2023 14:33 - 38 minutes - 53 MBI’m fresh from Texas Frightmare and what a time it was! ALSO, johnwayneisdead plays a show in Denton!
Episode 285 - Any Way the Wind Blows, Outside Shows . . .
May 15, 2023 18:57 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBThis week I’m fresh off a johnwayneisdead music gig, AND I vended one of my favorite markets, The Witches Brew, in Santa Ana CA. I talk about my amazing visit to The Punk Rock Museum here in Vegas as well as my love/hate relationship with outdoor shows. Call the Corey Hotline to weigh in 832-930-1347
Episode 284 - Growth in Art or Fat Chino, Not My Chino, Or Is It . . .
May 01, 2023 16:59 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBThis week I’m sick and have had time to think about art and the way I personally digest growth and change in artists I love and admire. I use an example from one of my favorite bands, Deftones, and relate my thoughts to my own writing and art. Call the Corey Hotline to weigh in on the topic 832-930-1347
Episode 283 - Home Again, Home Again and Recap of Monster Mania 54 Hunt Valley
April 20, 2023 19:22 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MBI’m home from seven weeks on the road and I lived to tell the tale, which is exactly what I do in this episode. Plus, my full recap of Monster Mania 54 in Hunt Valley. Call the Corey Hotline with questions and comments 832- 930-1347
Episode 282 - Full Moon Tattoo and Horror Con 2023 Full Recap
April 11, 2023 19:13 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBI’m still trucking along down the road and this week I hit the Full Moon Tattoo and Horror Convention in Nashville Tennessee. Here’s my full recap along with a card of the day tarot reading AND a bit of my conversation with my good friend and author, David DeBerardinis.
Episode 281 - Scares That Care Author Con 2 Recap
April 04, 2023 17:23 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBI’m fresh from Author Con 2 and what an amazing time it was. Congrats to Joe Ripple and the rest of the Scares That Care staff for putting on an incredible and successful show. I can’t wait to tell you all about it!
Episode 280 - Countdown to Scares That Care Authorcon 2
March 26, 2023 15:09 - 55 minutes - 75.9 MBThis week I’m getting ready for Scares That Care Authorcon 2, and I am stoked to the extreme. To celebrate and get psyched, I tell a couple stories from my first Scares That Care. Don’t forget to call The Corey Hotline to share your Scares That Care and Authorcon stories with the show at 832-930-1347
Episode 279 - Recap of Monster Mania Cherry Hill and Creature Feature Gettysburg 2023
March 21, 2023 16:31 - 44 minutes - 60.5 MBThis week I’m on the road in the midst of a seven week run and recap my first two weeks at Monster Mania in Cherry Hill NJ and Creature Feature in Gettysburg PA. What a time! Call the Corey Hotline and leave your questions and comments for me to answer on my trip 832-930-1347
Episode 278 - The Return of the Great Gator Mcalister
March 05, 2023 18:21 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBOn this special episode I sit down with my friend and brother retired professional wrestler, Gator Mcalister. Last time he was on we talked about his wrestling career but this time he tells us about the adventures in post-wrestling, and man are you in fro a treat!
Episode 277 - Recap of Days of the Dead Las Vegas 2023 and JWID Rips it Up!
February 26, 2023 19:07 - 1 hour - 86 MBThis week I’m back with my recap of the return of Days of the Dead to Las Vegas PLUS Kris Jett flies to town to play our first johnwayneisdead music gig in Vegas. Also, I talk to artist Mark Pingitore and The Corey Hotline awaits your call 832-930-1347
Episode 276 - Uncle Dave IS Here, Man!
February 06, 2023 16:20 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBThis week, a picture sent to me from an old friend sparks memories of the day it was taken when we met Dave Wyndorf of the band. Monster Magnet. PLUS, Corey misses you. Please call the Corey Hotline at 832-930-1347
Episode 275 - Days of the Dead Atlanta January 2023 AND Birthday Recap
February 01, 2023 22:45 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBI’m on the road in full swing and start by celebrating my birthday at Days of the Dead in Atlanta. PLUS, the johnwayneisdead Tarot Skel-A-Deck is out AND The Corey Hotline 832-9301347
Episode 274 - Baby's FIrst Tarot Reading
January 17, 2023 18:57 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBThis week I celebrate the release of the johnwayneisdead Tarot Skel-A-Deck with the story of how I became interested in tarot and was inspired to create my own deck. They’re available NOW in the johnwayneisdead.com shop!
Episode 273 - Pitch and Charge . . . Land!
January 10, 2023 22:17 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MBThis week I get ready to hit the road for the new year, and thanks to a text to the Corey Hotline, I tell an origin story of how my book, Charge Land, came to be published. You can call or text the Corey Hotline 24/7 at 832-930-1347 - PLUS, I talk to author and awesome dude, Daniel J. Volpe!
Episode 272 - Party, Puke, Rinse, Repeat
January 02, 2023 22:12 - 57 minutes - 79.4 MBIt’s the new year and I kick it off with a story from the way back when I was still learning how to truly party. Plus, I talk to sculptor/artist/toymaker, Lee Parker aka Remakes_Plethora, and the Corey Hotline misses your voice . . . 832-930-1347
Episode 271 - The Great NES Christmas Miracle
December 26, 2022 19:07 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBTo celebrate the holiday I tell a throwback story from a magical time when my mom was a secret spy and I was able to be fooled. Plus, more from the Corey Hotline so call in with questions or comments to 832-930-1347
Episode 270 - Krampus Tavern Spookeasy Recap
December 19, 2022 15:05 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBThis week I talk about the awesome event put on by The Witches Brew, The Krampus Tavern Spookeasy Market. Also, I talk to the amazing Mr. He then wait by the phone for you to call the Corey Hotline . . . 832-930-1347
Episode 269 - Recap of Seasons Screamings 2022
December 12, 2022 17:25 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBI’ve been bopping along the west coast doing shows recently including Midsummer Screams Season Screamings Market in Pasadena California and this week I tell you all about it. PLUS the Corey Hotline is lighting up! Call anytime 24/7 832-930-1347
Episode 268 - Recap of Horror for the Holidays 2022 In Austin Texas
December 05, 2022 17:54 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBThis week I recap the last half of my twenty-four day jaunt on the road during which I have Thanksgiving dinner and sling books up and down the capitol city of the Lone Star state. Stephen Cooper joins me to chat about his YOUTUBE channel, Spaltploitation, and I sit by the Corey Hotline waiting for you to call . . . 832-930-1347
Episode 267 - A New Record and Chicago Days of the Dead November 2022 Recap
November 30, 2022 22:44 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBThis week I’m back from recording a NEW johnwayneisdead record AND the Chicago Days of the Dead convention. I also managed to play a couple gigs and get my neck tattooed somewhere along the way. Hear all about it in this week’s episode! Plus, don’t forget to leave a message on the Corey Hotline to be played on the show. 832-930-1347
Episode 266 - A Recording We Will Go
November 06, 2022 18:02 - 1 hour - 86 MBI’m heading to Houston this week to record the NEW johnwayneisdead record with Kris Jett, so I decided to tell the story of how we recorded the last album and all the things stacked against us we had to overcome. Plus, more fun coming through on the Corey Hotline. Call 832-930-1347 any time 24/7!
Episode 265 - Scarefest October 2022 Recap
October 31, 2022 14:13 - 48 minutes - 66.8 MBI was at Scarefest again this year and am here to tell you all about it. Don’t forget to call the Corey Hotline anytime 24/7 at 832-930-1347 with questions and/or comments for the show!
Episode 264 - A Glimpse of Scarefest Past
October 17, 2022 16:00 - 54 minutes - 75.4 MBThis week as I prepare to leave for Scarefest in Lexington Kentucky, I remember my first time there and muse on my adventures. PLUS, my NEW novel, Deadline, is out. Get it HERE!
Episode 263 - Monster Mania and Magical Night Markets
October 11, 2022 00:20 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBThis week I’m joined by the Lovely Scarlett to discuss our last two weeks of traveling from Maryland to Anaheim and wrap up the good time that was had by all. Plus, more hot beef comes through on The Corey Hotline (832)930-1347 and we listen to a bit of my conversation with author Wesley Southard and his upcoming release. Check out my Patreon for our full discussion.
Episode 262 - Haunted Hotels and Tricks of the Trade
September 28, 2022 00:45 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBThis week I’m on the road heading to Monster Mania in Baltimore and am joined by the lovely Scarlett as we chat from our possibly haunted hotel room in Topeka Kansas. Call the Corey Hotline 24/7 and leave a message for the show at 832-930-1347
Episode 261 - Life is Beautiful 2022 Recap and Realization
September 19, 2022 23:58 - 45 minutes - 61.8 MBThis week I’m joined by the lovely Scarlett as we recap falling ass-backwards into VIP passes for the Life is Beautiful music festival and loved every minute of it. Plus, Gator-Hater claps back on the Corey Hotline. Call 24/7 832-930-1347
Episode 260 - John Wayne Goes to Camp
September 12, 2022 18:17 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBThis week I talk about the time I went to baseball camp and discovered muscles could hurt and what to do and not to do with sports cream. Also, Gator Mcalister calls to weigh in on his hater and reveal the truth! Call the Corey Hotline 24/7 at 832-930-1347