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One Life One Chance with Toby Morse

298 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 833 ratings

Toby Morse is the host of the One Life One Chance podcast and lead singer of the band H2O for 26 years. The show, as well as his 501C3 non-profit organization, is named after one of their most impactful songs off of their 1999 album F.T.T.W. Inside these episodes you'll hear him have real, authentic and non-scripted conversations with friends and heroes who have had a major impact on his life, where many guests have said it was "very therapeutic". Follow him on Instagram @onelifeonechancepodcast and @tobymorse for pics, video and an inside look at his interviews, and for more information about Toby's lifestyle and his non-profit visit onelifeonechance.com.

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Episodes

Moon Checks Toby

January 13, 2020 09:00 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MB

For the first episode of 2020, we interrupt the timeline to bring you this special one on one episode. Toby's wife Moon calls for an emergency podcast to school him about always being a baby when it comes time to leave for tour. This May marks 25yrs of marriage for them and coincidentally, Toby leaving on tour with his band for 25yrs has helped their marriage consistently throughout their relationship. This episode is not to be missed! Remember to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast ...

Episode 46- Branches Of Our Tree

December 30, 2019 09:00 - 4 hours - 209 MB

To celebrate H2O’s 25th Anniversary today Dec 30, 2019, Toby talks to some of the first people aka the roots of H2O’s family tree who helped them from the start. From Roadies, Managers, Agents, Labels & original members, this special episode is a must-listen! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe and remember to check out our youtube page!

Episode 45- Christian Hosoi (pro-skater)

December 23, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.8 MB

In this episode Toby talks to his friend, pro-skater Christian Hosoi. They chat about his upbringing, being the youngest kid of the crew, advancing and winning competitions, family support, becoming sober and finding his faith and much more! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe, and don't forget about our youtube page!

Episode 44- Steve Caballero (pro skater/musician)

December 16, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to his friend and longtime hero, legendary pro skater Steve Caballero. They chat about his childhood and introduction to skating, his love of music and creating & playing in bands and his monumental history, progression & longevity in his massive skateboarding career. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget to check out our Youtube page!

Episode 43- Michael Rapaport (Actor/Comedian/Director/Writer)

December 09, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to one of his closest friends, actor/comedian/director/writer Michael Rapaport aka Mr. New York aka Gringo Mandingo aka King Ball Breaker. They speak about growing up in NYC, the history of his acting & infamous ranting career, a behind the scenes talk about some of his movies and the industry, and what he thinks & knows about Punk rock through what Toby has exposed him to. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget our youtube channel!

Episode 42- Chaka Malik (Burn/Orange 9mm/Ghost Decibels)

December 02, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 97.4 MB

In this episode Toby talks with longtime friend Chaka Malik (Burn/Orange 9mm/Ghost Decibels) about growing up in the Woodside projects in Queens, family, graffiti being his introduction to music, his skate crew, Burn, Orange 9mm and more! Remember to rate, review and subscribe! Don't forget about our YouTube channel!

Episode 41- Danny Diablo aka Lord Ezec (Crown of Thornz/Skarhead/Icepick)

November 25, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MB

In this episode, Toby talks to Danny Diablo aka Lord Ezec (Crown of Thornz/Skarhead/Icepick) about growing up a mixed race kid in Queens NYC, having a police officer for a father, how graffiti influenced his love of music, being stereotyped, touring in different bands, family and much more. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget our Youtube channel!

Episode 40- Jamey Jasta (Hatebreed/JASTA)

November 18, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 81.1 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to long time friend Jamey Jasta (Hatebreed/JASTA) about his early life from booking shows, starting his first band, his longevity & career with Hatebreed and his podcast The Jasta Show, his turn to sobriety and balancing being a parent & touring musician. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget about our YouTube channel!

Episode 39- Scott Vogel (Terror)

November 11, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to Terror vocalist Scott Vogel in depth about his past bands and music career, growing up in Buffalo, hardcore's impact on him, the highs and lows of touring and much more! Please remember to rate, review, subscribe and don't forget to check out our youtube channel!

Episode 38- Moby (DJ/Producer/Activist)

November 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 83.3 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to long time friend, DJ & animal rights activist Moby. They chat about his growing up CT, hanging out in NYC and exposure to punk rock, the highs & lows of his music career, his addiction and road to sobriety and much more! Remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget to check out the youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/tobymorseonelifeonechance

Episode 37- Brian "Mitts" Daniels (Madball/Skarhead)

October 28, 2019 08:00 - 55 minutes - 48.7 MB

In this episode, Toby speaks to Brian Daniels aka Mitts (Madball/Skarhead) who has played guitar with H2O many times in the past. They chat about growing up in Long Island, his start in music and his music career with Madball, making the transition off the road to real life and some tour stories. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget about our YouTube channel!

Episode 36- Hoya Roc (Madball/Hazen St.)

October 21, 2019 08:00 - 58 minutes - 49.6 MB

In this episode Toby talks to longtime friend Hoya Roc (Madball/Hazen Street) about growing up in Queens, NY, discovering hardcore and getting involved in the NYHC scene, Madball's career and longevity, their time in Hazen St. together, fatherhood and much, much more! Be sure to rate, review, subscribe and check out the YouTube channel!

Episode 35- Freddy Cricien Part 2

October 07, 2019 21:52 - 1 hour - 53.4 MB

In this part 2 episode, Toby once again speaks with Freddy Madball about starting music at a young age, going on "vacation", Madball's before and after, getting by in NYC, meeting his wife and starting a family, good food & coffee and more!

Episode 34- Freddy Cricien (Madball/Hazen St.)

September 30, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 96.4 MB

In this episode Toby reminisces with long time friend Freddy Cricien aka Freddy Madball about growing up and hanging out in the LES, the good and bad times in NYC, Madball, Hazen St, his hip-hop album and balancing work and family and more! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and don't forget to check out our youtube channel! 

Episode 33- Ernie Parada (Token Entry/Black Train Jack/Grey Area)

September 24, 2019 14:38 - 1 hour - 82.4 MB

In this episode, Toby talks to old friend Ernie Parada whose band Token Entry was responsible for Toby moving to NYC in 1988. They talk about growing up in NYC, his early beginnings on the NYHC scene, his bands (Gilligan's Revenge, Token Entry, In Your Face, Black Train Jack, Grey Area) & his Art & Design with his company Hellgate Industries. Be sure to spread the word and rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 32- Anthony Comunale (Raw Deal/Killing Time)

September 16, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 45.3 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to long time friend Anthony Comunale (Raw Deal/Killing Time), one of the first people he met in 1988.  They chat about his early days on the NYHC scene and balancing his music career while working on Wall Street. Please remember to rate, review & subscribe!

Episode 31- Rob Vitale aka Bobeats (Black Train Jack/9 Lives)

September 09, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 50.5 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to longtime friend and fellow singer Rob Vitale aka Bobeats (Black Train Jack/9 Lives). They talk about their history, him growing up on L.I. & becoming one of the most melodic bands of the NYHC family. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 30- Brian BTJ (Black Train Jack/Nine Lives)

September 02, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MB

In this episode Toby talks to long time friend Brian from Black Train Jack/Nine Lives. They talk about their history together, from being pen pals to growing up in Queens, Brian's music career, his time in the military & how he keeps the PMA. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 29- BJ Papas- Photographer Extraordinaire

August 26, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MB

In this episode Toby talks to long time friend and photographer BJ Papas. BJ is one of the greatest photographers to do it, capturing some of the most important album covers & promo pics in a time in NYC that was very special. They talk about their history, the list of subjects she has photographed and her love for Spiderman. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 28- Jimmy G (Murphy's Law)

August 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to long time friend James Drescher aka Jimmy Gestapo aka Jimmy G, frontman of Murphy’s Law from Astoria, Queens. They chat about his longevity in punk and hardcore, from his early beginnings until now in the NYHC scene. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 27- Matt Henderson (Blind Approach/Agnostic Front/Madball/The Eulogy)

August 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to long time friend and hardcore guitarist Matt Henderson. Now a father of 3 boys, they chat about his early beginnings in the scene, touring and the old days, starting in Blind Approach, moving to NYC to join Agnostic Front, then Madball and now currently playing guitar in The Eulogy. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 26- Vinny Stigma (Agnostic Front/Stigma)

August 05, 2019 17:15 - 1 hour - 62.4 MB

In this episode Toby talks to one of The Godfather’s of New York Hardcore, a living legend and one of the last true NY natives, Vinny Stigma! Vinny talks about early NYC and growing up in Little Italy on Mott St., CBGB’s early days & Agnostic Fronts beginnings to now. And remember to follow Stigma's advice, it's always better to make friends than enemies! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 25- Roger Miret (Agnostic Front) part 2

July 29, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 36.2 MB

This episode is part 2 of the Roger Miret interview. Together him and Toby discuss his extensive record collection, the history behind it and what it took to amass that collection. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 24- Roger Miret (Agnostic Front) part 1

July 22, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

In this episode Toby speaks to his big brother Roger Miret from Agnostic Front about his past and growing up, his early beginnings in the NYHC scene, "The Godfathers of Hardcore" documentary, fatherhood & his incredible longevity & career in the music scene. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe.

Episode 23- Mike Judge pt. 2

July 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MB

In this part 2 episode, Toby and Mike talk about life after Judge and going off the grid, coming back for a well-received one off BNB Bowl show that turned into new, recent touring and how he feels about it all. Also Moon jumps on the mic to talk about the softer side of Mike Judge. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe.

Episode 22- Mike Judge pt. 1

July 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

In this episode, Toby has an incredible conversation with hardcore legend Mike Judge (Judge/YOT). Everything from his early days growing up, going to shows in NYC, being in Youth of Today and Judge & going completely off the grid to return to the hardcore scene again after 20yrs. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe.

Episode 21- Bobby Kim aka Bobby Hundreds

July 02, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

Toby sits down with Bobby Hundreds of streetwear brand The Hundreds. They talk about his history, the impact of hardcore in streetwear, the history of the Hundreds, how they met & Bobby's new book "This is not a T-Shirt" (get it here www.amazon.com/This-Not-T-Shirt-Community-Streetwear/dp/0374275793/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=VM4MMI2DD2QT&keywords=this+is+not+a+t+shirt&qid=1554248518&s=gateway&sprefix=this+is+not+a+t+shirt&sr=8-1 ) This episode is not to be missed!  Please remember to rate, revie...

Episode 20- Richie Birkenhead (Underdog/Into Another)

June 24, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

In this episode, Toby speaks to long time friend Richie (Underdog/Into Another) Birkenhead. They chat about his early beginnings in music & major influences, how he was in high school, his music career, growing up in NYC & fatherhood. Ps. Listen up for some serious Vans & Swatch X-Watch Facts! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 19- Ray Cappo (YOT, Shelter, etc.)

June 17, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

In this episode Toby chats with old friend & childhood hero Ray Cappo (Youth of Today & Shelter) about his early beginnings in music, fatherhood & spirituality. His song “No More” inspired Toby to quit eating meat in 1988 and influenced how he lives his life today. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 18- Porcell (YOT, Judge, Shelter, etc.)

June 10, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 157 MB

In this episode Toby chats with John Porcell, who is one of his all-time favorite guitarists in hardcore. They talk about his early beginnings in music, the multitude of bands he was in (YOT, Judge, Shelter, etc.), the NYHC scene, straight edge, being a dad and the highest hi-tops Nike has to offer. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 17- Sammy Siegler

June 03, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 199 MB

In this episode Toby sits down with Sammy Siegler, drummer for numerous bands like Youth Of Today, Judge, CIV, Rival Schools and many, many more. They talk about Sammy's history, drumming for influential bands and touring at such a young age, his influences and numerous projects he's worked on and whether or not he recorded with PM Dawn. Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Jackson Heights, Queens feat. Walter Schreifels

May 20, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 201 MB

In this episode Toby chats with long time friend Walter Schreifels of Gorilla Biscuits/Youth of Today/Quicksand about all his music/band history & contributions to the world. Walter has always been a big inspiration to Toby to keep an open mind with his musical tastes while living with him in the GB house in Jackson Heights, Queens. Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Astoria, Queens 1988 feat. Arthur Smilios

May 13, 2019 08:00 - 2 hours - 182 MB

In this episode Toby talks to Arthur Smilios, bass player for seminal hardcore bands Gorilla Biscuits, Token Entry, Underdog and CIV. Toby lived & worked with Arthur in 1988/89 & ended up touring with him when H2O began. They talk about everything from musical influences to veganism and everything in between, but most importantly being friends for 31 years. Time Flies! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

Episode 14- Moon and Maximus Morse

May 06, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB

After the huge, super positive reaction to last week's episode, Toby sits down with his wife Moon again and their son Max to answer questions from fans on social media, but first we kick it off with a heartfelt story about Moon and Toby from former H2O bassist Eric Rice. Get ready! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

"The Real True Romance" with Moon Morse

April 29, 2019 08:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

In this episode Toby sits down with his wife of 23 years to reminisce about them meeting for the first time, modern day marriage & parenting, raising their son Max in a non-traditional household and the importance of communication and trust being the key to longevity in their marriage. Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

"Roadie Days" with Sick Of It All- Part 4- Armand Majidi

April 22, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 84 MB

In this episode Toby talks to his old boss and Sick of it All drummer Armand Majidi about everything from his early beginnings in NYC, first bands, how he met the guys in SOIA, tour life and his love for beer. Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

"Roadie Days" with Sick Of It All- Part 3- Lou Koller

April 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 95.6 MB

This episode Toby talks & reminisces with Lou Koller from Sick of it All. They chat about the insane tour stories & working together before music became both of their full time careers. Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

"Roadie Days" with Sick Of It All- Part 2- Craig Ahead feat. Adam Blake

April 01, 2019 08:00 - 2 hours - 116 MB

In this episode Toby and special co-host Adam Blake sit down with Sick Of It All bassist Craig Setari aka Craig Ahead. They talk about Craig's early family life, how he got his start and the different bands he was in, his bass Red, his crazy discovery of Black Sabbath, his love for boxing and how Toby was the reason for his broken arm.  Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

"Roadie Days" with Sick Of It All- Part 1- Pete Koller

March 25, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB

In this episode Toby reminisces with Sick Of It All guitarist Pete Koller about the early beginnings of H2O & traveling the world with SOIA. They talk touring life, family and some on the road shenanigans. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe!

1988 Queens, NY

March 18, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MB

In this all Queens, NY episode Toby talks to Timmy Chunks (Token Entry/Let Rage) about his past and how punk affected him, their history and how their pen pal relationship in 1987 ultimately led to Toby moving to NYC at 18yrs old by himself. Toby also talks to Devil (Alleyway Crew w/  the most Sick of it All Dragon tattoos) about their past and how the infamous NYC ball breaking began for Toby here. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe!

MD to NY- Toby Morse solo episode

March 11, 2019 23:26 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MB

In this solo episode, Toby briefly recaps the past 6 episodes of the podcast while also giving us an insight into what the next season "Family Tree NYHC" will be about. He gives us a preview of his move to NYC, all the people he encountered while there and the times he had, the good, the bad and the crazy! Remember to rate, review and subscribe!

East Bay to NYC- Tim Armstrong (Rancid/Transplants/Hellcat Records)

March 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MB

In this episode Toby sits down with Tim Armstrong (Rancid/Transplants) to talk about their first time meeting, his childhood, the Time Bomb video that Toby’s in, their longtime friendship and the impact that Tim has had on H2O. Remember to rate, review and subscribe! Visit our newest sponsor Santa Cruz at https://www.nhsfunfactory.com/santa-cruz-skateboards and use code NHSTOBY for 20% off!

Episode 5- "FTTW" with Mr. Brett Gurewitz (Epitaph Records/Bad Religion)

February 25, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 77.9 MB

Toby & his bandmates Adam & Rusty sit down with Brett Gurewitz (Bad Religion/Epitaph Records) at the Epitaph offices. Talking everything from their history together, politics, the label's early beginnings as well as Bad Religion's. Remember to rate, review and subscribe! Visit our newest sponsor Santa Cruz at https://www.nhsfunfactory.com/santa-cruz-skateboards and use code NHSTOBY for 20% off!

Chapter 2- Thicker Than Water with H2O

February 18, 2019 09:00 - 2 hours - 127 MB

In this episode Toby sits down with his band H2O of 25 years to reminisce about their beginnings until now. Listen as Toby, Adam, Rusty, Todd and Todd chat about all the highs & lows, what they were doing before joining the band and how H2O came to be. Being brothers on & off stage is what has helped this band’s longevity and you can tell just by listening to this episode! Remember to rate, review and subscribe! Visit our newest sponsor Santa Cruz at https://www.nhsfunfactory.com/santa-cru...

5 Year Plan- Part 3- Rusty Pistachio

February 11, 2019 09:00 - 2 hours - 154 MB

In the third episode of the OLOC Podcast, Toby interviews H2O guitarist, childhood friend since 1983 and the "most soft-spoken guy in hardcore" Rusty Pistachio. Together in part 1 they reminisce about their days in Maryland, Rusty getting shot, the infamous "date" with Toby's mom, punk rock, skateboarding and overall changing the landscape of St. Mary's County forever. In part 2 they are joined by friend Shawna Kenney to elaborate on all the previous amazing stories and dive a little further...

5 Year Plan- Todd & Tracy Morse (Toby's brothers)

February 04, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

In the second OLOC podcast and the followup episode to Linda Morse, Toby sits down with his brothers Todd & Tracy. Together they talk childhood memories, growing up with no father figure, their first exposure to music & skateboarding, things that helped shape who they've become and remembering things in the past that their mom didn't recall in Episode 1! Be sure to listen until the very end to hear a crazy story Tracy drops on them! As always, remember to rate, review and subscribe if you ha...

Episode 1- 5 Year Plan with Linda Morse (Toby’s mom)

January 28, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 63 MB

In the first episode of the One Life One Chance podcast, it’s only fitting that Toby starts it off talking with his mom about his rollercoaster of a life and where and how it all started. Tracing it back to his childhood, we hear them talk about the good times, the hard times and everything in between. Don’t forget to rate, review and subscribe!

One Life One Chance Podcast- Introduction

January 14, 2019 03:54 - 7 minutes - 7.81 MB

Toby Morse is the lead singer of the band H2O and inside the One Life One Chance Podcast you'll hear him interviewing friends and heroes who have had a major impact on his life. Real,Authentic & Non scripted conversations.Which three guests have already said it was Very Therapeutic. In this introduction episode, Toby breaks down what the podcast is about and what you can expect to hear in the upcoming episodes. Enjoy!

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