Punks In Pubs Podcast
122 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsThe 'Punks In Pubs' podcast is a product of Liam Bird, the ex BBC Radio 1 Punk Rock Show producer.
This podcast is like no other, stepping away from the standard studio interview. Liam takes the chat to the local pub and invites his guest to have a natter over a pint! The show features in-depth and candid conversations with a wide range of guests from the punk rock community from musicians, actors, comedians, politicians and other creatives. The podcast also aims to promote and push unsigned punk artists by providing free sponsorship on the podcast and across its socials. If you would like to know more, email [email protected].
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Episodes
Nick Edwards - Britain's Got Talent
March 11, 2024 04:54 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBThis week on Punks In Pubs, we're in a bar in St Albans with Nick Edwards! Nick's not just a familiar face (and voice – over 13 million YouTube views!). He's a man Liam knows well, so well that he was Nick's Best Man! Join us as we delve into Nick's musical journey, from mosh pits in Luton to the dazzling lights of Britain's Got Talent. You can watch Nick's performance on BGT via the links below. Daddys Little Girl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ViqdOMAPOk Semi-Final song: https://w...
Ali Smith - Speedball Baby
February 08, 2024 22:43 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBLiam sits down with the extraordinary Ali Smith, author, photographer, and former bass player of the indie avant-garde punks Speedball Baby. From a pub in North London, Liam and Ali dive deep into her new book "The Ballad of Speedball Baby." This riveting book chronicles Ali's wild ride through the punk scene, from rebellious beginnings in New York to unforgettable moments on and off the stage at the iconic CBGBs. They discuss the hardcore punk scene's profound influence, the highs and lows...
PIP Revisit: Dave King (Flogging Molly)
December 17, 2023 10:41 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBIn this festive episode of the Punks in Pubs Podcast, host Liam Bird takes a nostalgic trip back to 2018, revisiting Episode 29 with special guest Dave King, the mastermind behind Flogging Molly. As the holiday spirit fills the air, Liam and Dave unwrap stories about Punk Rock, reminisce about Dave's musical hero Ronnie Drew of The Dubliners, and delve into Dave's unexpected journey from Ireland to L.A., where he found himself facing the challenges of being an illegal immigrant. Amidst th...
PIP Revisit: Johnny Christmas ( Reel Big Fish )
December 09, 2023 11:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBIn this special Christmas episode, join Liam on a journey back to December 2017 as he revisits Episode 3 of Punks in Pubs. In this throwback, Liam sits down with Johnny Christmas, the talented trumpet player of the iconic ska band Reel Big Fish. Dive into the candid conversation where they discuss the challenges Reel Big Fish faced, teetering on the brink of a breakup, Johnny's personal experience with a midlife crisis, and his unexpected foray into acting with a role in Cable Guy. Of co...
Dr. Nishant Joshi – Kill The Icon
November 04, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBOur guest for this episode is Dr. Nishant Joshi, is a remarkable figure. By day, he's a dedicated doctor, and by night, he's the frontman of the punk rock band Kill The Icon. But that's just the beginning of his story. Dr. Nishant Joshi fearlessly called out the UK government for their handling of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID pandemic, marking a pivotal moment in the fight for healthcare worker safety. We'll delve into his journey from whistleblower to punk mus...
Dylan Slocum - Spanish Love Songs
September 09, 2023 14:50 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MBJoin your host, Liam Bird, as he navigates the heatwaves and existential crises of our time. In this episode, Liam sits down with Dylan Slocum, the singer, guitarist, and songwriter from the incredible Spanish Love Songs. Recorded in a hot and sweaty London bar, their conversation covers various topics, from magazine epitaphs to alcoholism, venue stewards, spreadsheets, and even the world of unionization, inspired by Jeff Rosenstock's thoughts on merch cuts at venues + more. Grab a drink...
Chris Wigmore - Punk: Rage & Revolution
August 11, 2023 22:21 - 48 minutes - 66 MBGet ready to dive into the heart and soul of punk culture with our latest episode! We sit down with Chris Wigmore, a passionate force behind the collective of "Punk: Rage & Revolution." exhibition in Leicester' This extraordinary showcase goes beyond punk history, from its '70s origins while also shining a spotlight on Leicester's local punk scene too. In this conversation, Chris takes us on a journey through the essence of the exhibition as well as her own love of the punk scean. We ...
Live 2000 Trees panel discussion special on 'Gatekeeping.'
July 14, 2023 20:25 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MBIn this episode, recorded live at the 2000 Trees Festival, we shine a spotlight on the issue of gatekeeping in the music scene. On the panel to participate in the conversation are BEX, a fearless punk artist; Jule Konrad, an agent from FMLY Agency, an agency fostering a diverse roster and Leah Stanhope, from the unique band Congratulations. Together, we explore the impact of gatekeeping in various aspects of the music industry, including the punk scene, festivals, podcasts, and the wider m...
Edward Colver
June 19, 2023 20:16 - 44 minutes - 61 MBWe are back with a bang Edward Colver! Colver was more than just a photographer; he was a witness to a cultural revolution, capturing pivotal moments that would shape music history forever. In this episode, we explore the unique path that led Colver from the peace and love of the hippy era to the raw energy, sometimes violent but always rebellious wolrd of LA hardcore. You can see more of Ed's work via his Instagram @EdwardColver Get your tickets for 2000 Trees and come hang early doors, ...
Mike Warne - Pkew Pkew Pkew
April 21, 2023 20:50 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBOur guest for this episode is Pkew Pkew Pkew Singer/songwriter and Bass player Mike Warne. You can find more if Pkew x3 is playing near you via this link. Also, Liam gives an update on where the fuck he has been. Ukraine Punck Act Cardinal Birds sponsor the podcast. Go pick up a copy of their new single '3 Loaded Guns' via this link Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the podcast's opening track. Tracks played on the podcast in order of play: All track...
Phantom Brewing Co.
February 11, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBWe are at the home of one of the biggest music festivals... Reading... But not at Reading Festival! We are in a warehouse 15 minutes from Reading Train station. Inside that warehouse are Dane White and Dom Gemski, co-founders of Phantom Brewing Co. In this episode, I speak to Dane and Dom about their upcoming pop-punk festival, ' Hop Punk Festival' (find out more via this link https://www.instagram.com/hoppunkfestival/). We also talk about the connections between punk rock and craft beer...
Zach Blair - Rise Against
January 13, 2023 08:31 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBOur first guest of 23 is guitarist and songwriter Zach Blair of Rise Against. We talk about growing up in small towns, being straight edge in a band troubled by drugs (GWAR) and, of course, we talk about Rise Against. Check out Zach's podcast Anti-Heroes, Rise Against new(ish) EP Nowhere Generation 2. Thank you so much to Phantom Brewing Co for sponsoring the podcast. Check out the upcoming Hop Punk Festival on the 25th and 26th of February. For more details, click this link. Thanks, Dav...
A Christmas special... Or is it?
December 23, 2022 23:59 - 1 minute - 11 MBHappy Christmas... The best gift you can give is a rate and review xxx See you in 23 x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Julian Cashwan Pratt & Harlan Steed - Show Me The Body
November 30, 2022 14:06 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBOur guest for this episode is two thirds of New York's own 'Show Me The Body', Julian Cashwan Pratt and Harlan Steed. New album, Trouble the Water, is available now. Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it. Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the podcast's opening track. Tracks played on the podcast. Loose Talk - Trouble The Water We Came To Play - Trouble The Water Food From Plate - ...
PhilanthroPunks - Ali Keane
November 04, 2022 21:09 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBOur guest for this episode is PhilanthroPunks - Ali Keane. PhilanthroPunks takes place @ Moor Beer Vaults on Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, and Sunday 20th November - Tickets start at just £5, Click this link to get your tickets All money raised will go to the homeless charity Glass Door Thank you to Maggot House for sponsoring this episode. Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it. Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and...
Jack Wilson - Kid Kapichi
September 27, 2022 20:09 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBThe best podcast that your mates dont know about yet is back... and we are in a pub! Our guest for this episoed of the podcast is Jack Wilson. Vocals, guitars of Hastings own punk rock band Kid Kapichi. Kid Kapichi new album 'Here's What You Could Have Won' is availble NOW! Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it. Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the podcast's opening track. All track...
2000 Trees Special: Rolo Tomassi, Puppy, Muncie Girls
July 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBThe sun was out, and the beer flowed as we took the podcast on the road to the 2000 Trees Festival. We sat down and spoke with Lande Hekt (Muncie Girls) James Spence and Chris Cayford (Rolo Tomassi) Jock Norton and Billy Howard Price (Puppy) We also talk to the Samaritans festival team about the need for mental health support at music events. Thank you to 2000 Trees for the invite to the festival, and you can pick up your early bird ticket via this link. Follow the podcast @punksinpub...
Chris Cresswell (The Flatliners and Hot Water Music)
July 01, 2022 18:29 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBChris is back for his second go-around. We speak new album 'New Ruin' (pre-order a copy), leaving Rise and going back to Fat, COVID, being back on the road and Stand Up comedy, plus much more. Thank you to Ukrainian punks Cardinal Birds for sponsoring this podcast episode. Go pick up a digital copy of their new track 'Uke Line' via Bandcamp. Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it. Thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and...
Cappy AKA HummusVacuum (TikTok)
June 10, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBYes, I know we are late… In this episode, we have TikTok pop-punk star and multi-talented musician Cappy AKA HummusVacuum. We talk Punk Rock, ADHD, Dyslexia, The Flatliners, comedian Bo Burnham, performing stand up and TikTok algorithm and burnout. You can check out Cappy's TikTok page via this link and check out his bands, The Grievance Club and The Sounder Bombs. You can also pick up a digital copy of his fantastic song 'Krasue' via this link. Are you looking for a festival to attend ...
Nigel Askew - Director of 'Wake Up Punk'
April 30, 2022 20:09 - 50 minutes - 69 MBIn this month's episode, Liam speaks about the new punk documentary 'Wake Up Punk' by director Nigel Askew. Liam speaks to Nigel about his relationship with the documentary's main protagonists, Joe Corre and Vivienne Westwood, and why he felt he needed to capture Joe burning an alleged £5M worth of Punk memorabilia! As well as the documentary, Nigel also talks about running against far-right politician Nigel Farage and working with Mark E. Smith and The Fall. Midwich Cuckoos are the episo...
Ukrainian Punk Special - Cardinal Birds
March 20, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBUkrainian Punk band Cardinal Birds are our guests for this special episode. Dee, Max and Vlad are all still in Ukraine and living with the reality of war; because of the Russian invasion, we couldn't conduct a 'normal' interview because of the fear of rocked attacks so this interview will sound a little different. Together with the charitable organization "Rise with a Purpose, Inc", the band has created T-shirts that are being sold on Amazon. All proceeds from these T-shirts will be donate...
Paul Gray - The Damned
February 25, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBLiam speaks to The Damned bassist Paul Gray. They talk about being on the road with the Ramons. Playing Bass on Andrew Ridley formally of WHAM rock album, finding peace in the garden and of course, we talk about joining The Damned, leaving and re-joining again. Paul opens up about living with Tinnitus and how putting down his bass because of hearing damage took him to a very dark period of his life. Thank you to Punk Ethics for sponsoring this episode; you can go pick up tickets for the...
Rob Rushing (Punk Rock Saves Lives)
January 27, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBLiam speaks to Punk Rock Saves Lives co-founder Rob Rushing in this episode. Punk Rock Saves Lives is a non for profit charity that works within the punk rock community and focuses on Health and Wellness (with an emphasis on mental health), human rights, and equality. You can find out more about their work via this link. Take Aim Fire for sponsoring this podcast episode. Show them some love by checking out their work via this link. Get 10% off your 2000Trees Festival ticket using the pro...
Spider Stacy - The Pogues - Christmas Special
December 23, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB"It was Christmas Eve babe, In the drunk tank, An old man said to me, won't see another one." It's Christmas, so Punks In Pubs brings to you one of the men who created THE greatest Christmas songs of all time... Spider Stacy ! Liam and Spider talk Christmas, that song, If they know it's Christmas in Africa and all things punk rock + More Thank you, Glue Ear, for sponsoring this podcast episode and showing them some Christmas joy. Thank you so much for being so supportive in 2021. We wil...
Spider Stacy - The Pogues - Christmas Special
December 23, 2021 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB"It was Christmas Eve babe, In the drunk tank, An old man said to me, won't see another one." It's Christmas, so Punks In Pubs brings to you one of the men who created THE greatest Christmas songs of all time... Spider Stacy ! Liam and Spider talk Christmas, that song, If they know it's Christmas in Africa and all things punk rock + More Thank you, Glue Ear, for sponsoring this podcast episode and showing them some Christmas joy. Thank you so much for being so supportive in 2021. We will...
Mike Park (Asian Man Records)
November 28, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBIt's the man, the myth, the legend Mike Park! Liam and Mike caught up and had a chat via Zoom on November 18th Liam and Mike talk about his band works with Skankin Pickle and Bruce Lee Band while also talking about Asian Man alumni Alkaline Trio, Polysics. They also talk about race, violence and a woman pissing on some dude's face! This months sponsor are Monkey Mind. Show some support via this link. As always, thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the ...
Mike Park (Asian Man Records)
November 28, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBIt's the man, the myth, the legend Mike Park! Liam and Mike caught up and had a chat via Zoom on November 18th Liam and Mike talk about his band works with Skankin Pickle and Bruce Lee Band while also talking about Asian Man alumni Alkaline Trio, Polysics. They also talk about race, violence and a woman pissing on some dude's face! This months sponsor are Monkey Mind. Show some support via this link. As always, thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the ...
Dave Hause
October 28, 2021 20:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBDave Hause is in the building (virtually) Liam and Dave caught up and had a chat on October 21st, before Dave's new album ''Blood Harmony'' was released. You can pick up a copy via this link. Liam and Dave talk solo work, The Loved Ones, Fat Wreck Chords, Philadelphia and singing the national anthems and more. This months sponsor is Last Generation. Go pick up their new album via this link. As always, thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the podcast's op...
Martyn Jacques ( The Tiger Lillies )
September 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBThis month's episode sees Liam go off the beaten path of 'Punk Rock' into the bizarro world of 'Brechtian Punk Cabaret' with the forefather of the genre Martyn Jacques, the ringmaster of The Tiger Lillies. Record face to face (at a safe distance) at Wiltons Music Hall on September 25th, 2021 This month's sponsor is a Po-Lice, Go pick up their new album via this link... Only £2! As always, thank you to Fidlar for not suing us and letting us use Cheap Beer as the podcast's opening track. T...
Matt Stocks
August 26, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBAfter over six months away, Liam and Punks In Pubs are back! Liam's first guest after his hiatus is the originator of UK punk podcasts; Matt Stocks! Matt's podcast Life In Stocks is currently 235 episodes deep, having spoken to Punk Rock royalty like NOFX's Fat Mike, Sex Pistols' John Lydon, Rage Against The Machine's Tom Morello and Black Flag's Keith Morris. At the start of the year, Matt released a book of the same name as the podcast (Life In Stocks), a selection of Matt's favourite ...
Charlie "Chubby Charles" Manning-Walker (Chubby and the Gang)
February 28, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBEpisode 72 sees Liam speak to Chubby and the Gang lead vocalist Charlie Manning-Walker, AKA: Chubby Charles. Liam and Charlie discuss album number 2, rebelling against "Punk Rock" and discovering a home in Hardcore as well as revelling his recent diagnosis of diabetes! Thank you to Gab De La Vega for sponsoring this weeks episode; you can find more via this link. If you're looking for a new T-shirt for the coming spring, you can do no better than the Punks In Pubs T-shirt via our Etsy s...
Kellie Nowell (The Nowell Family Foundation)
February 14, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBEpisode 71 sees Liam speaking to Kellie Nowell, sister of the late great Bradley Nowell, singer of the legendary 90's reggae ska-punk band - Sublime. Kellie is now the spearhead of the 'Nowell Family Foundation' that provides addiction recovery services to the music community. The foundation is currently raising funds to open 'Bradley's House', a six-bed recovery facility that will provide treatment for people in the music industry with opioid addiction, regardless of their financial sit...
Kristen Santos Bixby (Mable Syndrome)
January 31, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBWe are back with something a little different! A collaboration episode with ourselves and the fantastic Mable Syndrome. Expect chat on interviewing technics, rough interviews and a shit ton of punk rock references! Thank you to What Makes Sense for sponsoring this episode, give yourself and smile and watch the video for there new track 'Groundhog Day.' If you're looking for a new T-shirt for 2021, you can do no better than the Punks In Pubs T-shirt via our Etsy shop. As always ...
Steve Ignorant (Crass)
December 20, 2020 11:35 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBSteve Ignorant is our festive guest for episode 69 Steve's discuss his loathing for Christmas song as well Christmas dinner… He's the perfect guest. Away from Christmas, Steve reveals he was nearly in the global hit The Crown, we discuss how a punk sparked a fire inside him. We, of course, talk Crass, his time in the band as well as feeling loss once the band split, Lastly Steve talks about his wish of wanting to work with Sleaford Mods and Bobby Vylan. Thank you to To The Helple...
Episode 68: Jake Kolatis (The Casualties)
December 06, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBJake Kolatis is our guest, and he's a great one. We discuss the idea of "selling out" in punk, Jakes love for food, having a pint in the oldest pub in the UK and Liam ask Jake why he's relaunched his label Charged Records during a global pandemic! We, of course, talk The Casualties, early days, highlights and looking forward. Liam also felt it was important to address the sexual assault allegations that were made against former lead singer Jorge. Thank you to Anxur vegan sauces and condimen...
Episode 67: Jon Snodgrass
November 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBMate! It's a good one! Jon Snodgrass is our guest for Episode 67. Jon has been part of the punk scene since 93 with his band Armchair Martin, but it's his solo work that has found him an army of support. His albums contain a who's who of punk royalty from Tim McIlrath (Rise Against), Joey Cape (Lagwagon, Bad Astronaut), Stephen Egerton (Descendents, ALL), Stacey Dee (Bad Cop/Bad Cop) and that's just from his new album Tace! Pick up a copy of the album via this link Thank you to Diamonds...
Episode 66: Pat Thetic (Anti-Flag)
November 01, 2020 07:01 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBWe are back to where it all began! Pat Thetic was the first EVER guest on Punks In Pubs, and he's back to speak politics. To wrap up this series of episodes focusing on the US elections, Liam and Pat speak about the Electoral College System (a system the country uses to elect their president). Pat explains why it's important to vote for Biden. Liam asks if people will take to the streets if Trump wins (but loses the popular vote)! Anti-Flag has a new bio documentary 'Beyond...
Episode 65: Melquiades (Mel) Gagarin
October 27, 2020 23:03 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBEpisode 2 of our series looking towards the US Election see's Liam speak to Melquiades (Mel) Gagarin. Mel ran as a socialist democrat against an establish Democrat for Congrats for NY's District 6 early this year, and we discuss that race, witch Mel sadly lost. We talk about the future of the Democratic party under a Biden win as well as what happens if he loses. Liam asks Mel if his life in a touring punk band contributed to his ability to speak to all people across the politica...
Episode 64: Jimmy Camp
October 25, 2020 19:04 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWe are back with punk & politics in mind! Over the next week, we'll be speaking to three people from the world of punk and politics to discuss the upcoming US election. Americans! You can find out your voting locations and options via this link We start this trio of episodes talking to former political operative in the inner circles of California's Republican party, Jimmy Camp. This is still a punk podcast, so we kick off finding out more about Jimmy's love of punk before turni...
Episode 21: Jason Aalon Butler (The Fever 333)
October 10, 2020 13:30 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBEpisode 21 is Liam talking to a charming man named Jason Aalon Butler formerly of Letlive and now kicking it with The Fever 333. So what can you expect, You will hear childhood stories of Jason growing up in Inglewood California, living in poverty and gang culture but from this experience came his passion for politics. Liam asks Jason about what to expect from his new band Fever 333 and what he hopes to achieve. Naturally, we find out what the 333 stand for! Of course, we talk punk and in...
Episode 63: F.C. St. Pauli
September 05, 2020 22:33 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBEpisode 63 sees Liam speaking to Sven Brux who is an OG Punk and also Head of stadium operations and Fans at the German Football Club F.C. St. Pauli. Expect chat about Sven upbringing in the Germany city of Cologne as a young punk and the trouble that came with his music and lifestyle choice, How he moved north to Hamburg and his role in turning the football club he now works for into one of the most progressive football clubs in the world by sticking to a punk rock ideology. Jolly ...
Ep 62: Vinnie Fiorello
August 22, 2020 23:01 - 1 hour - 49 MBThis week sees Liam staring down the camera of his laptop at former Less Than Jake drummer and lyricist, Vinnie Fiorello. Vinnie speaks about his new comic book and music hybrid projects called The Inevitables featuring members from Westbound Train, Big D and the Kids Table, Reel Big Fish, The Interrupters, Jeff Rosenstock's Band and Nightmare for a Week. So expect to hear lots on that. Find out more about The Inevitables by clicking this link Vinnie talks about moving from New Jers...
Episode 61: Martin Atkins
August 08, 2020 23:25 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBLiam is looking down his laptop speaking to former Public Image Ltd drummer Martin Atkins. You may also know Martin from his work with Ministry, Nine Inch Nails and Pig Face. All bands touched on in this episodes. But you might not know that Martin is also a lecture, going around the world talking about the music industry, and he talks about just that and gives advise to bands on what to do during a global pandemic! You can take up a FREE online class. via this link We of course ...
Episode 60: Josh Buckley (Punk Rock Classrooms )
July 25, 2020 23:01 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBWe are back in the classroom! Episode 60 sees Liam speaking with Josh Buckley. A Teacher from Mesa, Arizona who has taken the decision to bring his Punk Rock ethics and belives into his classroom! Expect circle pits and slam dancing* *Metaphorically. Make sure you check out Punk Rock Classrooms that Josh co-host with Mike Earnshaw. www.punkrockclassrooms.com Thank you to We Three Kings for sponsoring this week's podcast, make sure you check out their work and show them a li...
Episode 59: Stacey Dee (Bad Cop Bad Cop)
July 04, 2020 23:01 - 1 hour - 48 MBLiam is chatting with Bad Cop Bad Cop's Stacey Dee. You can expect chat about the new album 'The Ride' and the decision to release the album when you can't tour off it! Liam and Stacey talk about growing up around drug use and how they both excelled in the performing arts. Stacey and Liam also talk about a person that bonds them together, Stacey's ex-husband and Liam's ex-boss; the BBC Radio 1 Punk Rock Show's host, Mike Davies. Lastly, Stacey speaks about the band's drive a...
Episode 58: Taylor Morden (Pick It Up-Ska in the 90's)
June 20, 2020 23:28 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBLiam is chatting with the Creator and Director of the Ska documentary Pick It Up - Ska in the 90's Taylor Morden A documentary narrated by Rancid's frontman Tim Armstrong and features interviews with members of Less Than Jake, The Specials, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, Reel Big Fish, Goldfinger, No Doubt, Sublime, and The Interrupters to name a few. They, of course, talk about the doc and the creation of it, but they also get into Taylor's Ska credentials and his link to Weezer! Click the...
Punks In Pubs Special: Sound of the Police
June 14, 2020 14:21 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBSix years ago Liam produced a radio documentary for the BBC called 'Sound of the Police' It was a documentary that looked into the lack of trust in the police within the young black community in the UK and how Stop Search (or Stop and Frisk as its known in the US) had played its part in the mistrust. It was broadcasted in June 2014 but still holds up with what is going on today, so we decided we would put it out as a special episode. The doc was presented by journalist, musician and filmm...
Punks In Pubs Special: Sound of the Police
June 14, 2020 14:21 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBSix years ago Liam produced a radio documentary for the BBC called 'Sound of the Police' It was a documentary that looked into the lack of trust in the police within the young black community in the UK and how Stop Search (or Stop and Frisk as its known in the US) had played its part in the mistrust. It was broadcasted in June 2014 but still holds up with what is going on today, so we decided we would put it out as a special episode. The doc was presented by journalist, musician and filmm...
Episode 57: Punks Against Sweatshops Q&A with members of Propagandhi, Petrol Girls, Dream Nails, Oi Polloi, In Evil Hour and Steve Ignorant
June 07, 2020 13:14 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThis episode was recorded via Zoom on behalf of Punk Ethics to support their campaign 'Punks Against Sweatshops'. Punks in Pubs was asked to present the Q&A with a panel that featured... Propagandhi's Jord Petrol Girls' vocalist Ren The great Deek of Oi Polloi Janey who is the vocalist of the 'punk witches' Dream Nails One half of In Evil Hour, Al & Gareth And lastly the punk legend, Steve Ignorant We came together to discuss the taboo subject matter of 'where do ban...
If You're Not Angry. Then You're The Problem.
June 03, 2020 10:24 - 7 minutes - 5.49 MBIn solidarity with protestors in America and Worldwide Liam speaks about how listeners can donate support and get educated. Find resources, reading materials and ways to donate at: Help the family of George Floyd HERE. Help the family of Ahmaud Arbery HERE. Fight for Breonna Taylor HERE. Visit Movement For Black Lives for additional ways you can help the cause. Want to help protesters? Donate to one or more community bail funds HERE. Want to connect with leaders building grassro...