The Chris Cantore Show
102 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsHosted by San Diego alternative radio veteran, Chris Cantore, TCCS hosts interviews with guests from varying backgrounds including music, action sports, media and the arts.
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Episodes
Peter DiStefano
February 22, 2024 23:16 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MBOn this episode, Cantore reunites with guitarist Peter DiStefano before his sold-out gig at the Observatory North Park with Porno For Pyros. Also, Paul Thornton of WONDERFRONT festival discusses the 2024 lineup with a chance to WIN tickets!
Dave Scott
February 09, 2024 22:36 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBRetired TV meteorologist x feature reporter Dave Scott joins Cantore to talk about his career and life as a local jazz trombonist.
Ernie Hahn
January 17, 2024 17:19 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBErnie Hahn -- former GM of the San Diego Sports Arena x current owner of Hahn Entertainment -- discusses the legacy of his late father, Ron Hahn, and his influence on San Diego sports and entertainment.
Chef Claudia Sandoval
September 21, 2022 16:44 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MBChef Claudia Sandoval’s career in food was influenced by her family in the South Bay of San Diego. As a completely self-taught chef, Claudia was the winner on Season 6 of MasterChef in 2015. After getting her big break on Master Chef, Claudia moved on from contestant to judge on various shows including Chopped, Chopped Jr., and MasterChef Latino. Cantore talks with Claudia about her meteoric rise while struggling with "imposter syndrome".
Tommy Gomes
August 23, 2022 19:09 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBA native San Diegan whose Portuguese family settled in the city in 1892, Tommy Gomes, aka Tommy the Fishmonger, hails from a long line of professional tuna fishermen. After getting out of prison, he landed a job in 2003 as a fish cutter. He evolved into the role of fishmonger, becoming the public face of seafood in San Diego while growing his brand to international status as host of his own TV show.
The Cantore Show: Peter DiStefano (Porno For Pyros)
December 15, 2021 19:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBGuitarist and songwriter Peter DiStefano -- best known for his work in Porno for Pyros (the Jane's Addiction offshoot featuring Perry Farrell and drummer Stephen Perkins) -- joins The Cantore Show to discuss his career, sobriety, and (benefit) solo show at The Casbah on December 15th.
The Cantore Show: Cheech&Chong
November 12, 2021 22:29 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBCheech Marin and Tommy Chong, better known as comedy duo Cheech & Chong, have the rare status of being culturally relevant for FIFTY years. The Cantore Show talks to the legends about their early years, cannabis products, new comic book, and plans to be the richest comedians in the world. Presented by: March and Ash, Baja Bound.
The Cantore Show: Taylor Steele
September 21, 2021 23:55 - 27 minutes - 37.1 MBTaylor Steele, an award-winning filmmaker, creative visionary and entrepreneur, joins Cantore to talk about the Solento Surf Festival (and Solento Tequila.)
The Cantore Show: Ron W Rathbun
September 15, 2021 18:40 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBThe Cantore Show talks to Ron W Rathbun, founder of 501(c)(3) Kelee Foundation and author of ten books educating about the mind, the Kelee, and Kelee Meditation.
The Cantore Show: Pato Banton
August 10, 2021 21:26 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBReggae legend Pato Banton joins Cantore to discuss his prolific career. Dating back to the 70s in Birmingham, England, Banton first came to public attention when he worked with The Beat. In 1994, he achieved a number 1 on the UK Singles Chart with a cover of The Equals' Baby Come Back. Today, the Grammy-nominated artist tours the world spreading love.
The Cantore Show: Brett Newski
July 15, 2021 18:47 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBSongwriter and touring musician Brett Newski (who has played alongside the Pixies, Violent Femmes, Courtney Barnett, Manchester Orchestra, Better Than Ezra and more) joins Cantore to discuss his first illustrated book, It’s Hard to be a Person: Defeating Anxiety, Surviving the World, and Having More Fun,
The Cantore Show: Brandon Parkhurst
June 10, 2021 20:53 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBBrandon Parkhurst is a singer/songwriter from San Diego. A key songwriter for Kut U Up and Yovee, he has toured with Green Day, Blink 182, and Jimmy Eat World. After years of hard partying (and many trips to rehab for heroin addiction,) Brandon learned that a spiritual life is the groundwork for true creation. Today, Brandon works with Somatic Healing techniques to lead people through anxiety, depression, addiction, manifestation or just to level up their current reality -- to feel fully ...
The Cantore Show: Perry Farrell
April 20, 2021 20:54 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBJANE’S ADDICTION frontman Perry Farrell joins The Cantore Show to discuss “The Glitz; The Glamour", a 35-year retrospective of his life, music and art that looks into his world outside the works of JANE’S and PORNO FOR PYROS.
The Cantore Show: Michael Dubin
March 05, 2021 23:49 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBA show devoted to friends and "movement," Cantore is joined by childhood friend Michael Dubin (and his producer Gal Bushy.) Proving true friendships never die, Cantore and Dubin wax nostalgic while discussing their common bond: MUSIC. Following the interview, an acoustic performance of Love Shines - Single by Michael Dubin. Produced and mixed by Gal Bushy at Room 2 in Los Angeles.
The Cantore Show: The Original Karate Kid
January 20, 2021 23:18 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBFirst show of the new year, Cantore talks to Stefan Storace, AKA The Original Karate Kid. Prior to the success of The Karate Kid movie and Cobra Kai series, Stefan earned the title of "the youngest black belt in the Valley."
The Cantore Show: Sam The Cooking Guy
December 09, 2020 23:05 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBYouTube star Sam the Cooking Guy jumps on The Cantore Show moments before shooting an episode of his award-winning show.
The Cantore Show: David Bronner
November 24, 2020 16:01 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MBDavid Bronner, Cosmic Engagement Officer (CEO) of Dr. Bronner's, the top-selling natural brand of soap in North America joins The Cantore Show to discuss the more widespread therapeutic use of psilocybin, the psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms.
The Cantore Show: Pablo Cruise
November 18, 2020 19:53 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBYacht Rock LEGENDS Pablo Cruise -- Cory Lerios and Dave Jenkins -- sets sail with The Cantore Show.
The Cantore Show: Danny Clinch
November 12, 2020 21:08 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBLegendary music photographer x documentarian Danny Clinch joins The Cantore Show to discuss his new documentary, All I Can Say. An intimate video-diary of Shannon Hoon, the late lead singer of Blind Melon, the doc tackles fame and the tragedy of addiction. On IG? Be sure to check out Danny and his immersive art gallery Danny Clinch Transparent. Also, we check in with Paige McWey Acers, executive director of the San Diego Brewers Guild during San Diego Beer Week -- a 10-Day celebration ...
The Cantore Show: Steve Garcia (Emo Brown)
November 06, 2020 03:40 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBHyped on what Steve Garcia is doing in the South Bay with Thr3e Punk Ales x Emo Brown Podcast, Cantore invites Steve over to discuss his multiple (rad) endeavors.
The Cantore Show: Todd Gloria x Barbara Bry
October 30, 2020 16:10 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBDays before Election Day 2020, San Diego mayoral candidates Barbara Bry and Todd Gloria join The Cantore Show. #VOTE
The Cantore Show: Ralph Rubio
October 27, 2020 23:56 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBRubio’s, a chain of more than 150 Mexican eateries known for fish tacos, has filed for bankruptcy protection citing restrictions imposed due to the coronavirus pandemic. "COVID-19 has had a significant impact on Rubio's, like most businesses, and I'm proud of how we have responded to the challenge," co-founder Ralph Rubio said in a statement. "This restructuring plan creates the long-term financial stability we need to continue to serve our communities for years to come." In other words,...
TCS: 420Doggface208
October 13, 2020 16:15 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this ep, Cantore is straight vibin' with the internet's new hero, Nathan Apodaca -- better known as 420Doggface208, or the cranberry juice-drinking Fleetwood Mac lip-syncing skateboarder.
The Cantore Show: AJ Machado
October 07, 2020 23:54 - 40 minutes - 56 MBCantore is joined by longtime radio friend AJ Machado to discuss his new online radio station x platform AJ and SARA RADIO. AJ and Sara turned their radio show into a radio station. You can now wake up with AJ and Sara weekday mornings from 7-10 a.m. (p.s.t.) and listen to San Diego’s Favorite Hit Music all day. Before talking to AJ, Chris to talks to Tonya Mantooth, CEO and Artistic Director of the San Diego International Film Festival. Reimagined for 2020, the hybrid virtual x drive-in...
The Cantore Show: Cisco Adler
September 29, 2020 20:19 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBGrammy-nominated producer and musician Cisco Adler joins Cantore to discuss NoCap, a livestream concert platform he started with Donavon Frankenreiter. Combining high-quality video and audio streaming with a text-based ticketing system, NoCap streams concerts from well known music clubs, theaters, and studios. Utilizing full production capabilities, fans watch high fidelity performances while interacting with each other. To learn more visit www.nocapshows.com
The Cantore Show: Skip Frye Reunited
September 25, 2020 17:29 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MBA few weeks ago, a priceless Skip Frye surfboard gets stolen out of a garage. On a mission to recover it, our guest pulls it off. A radical move from a selfless aloha warrior. Hear the story. Also, Kerri fro Acoustic Underground joins Cantore to discuss the virtual concert Surfrider benefit, 'Sound Waves For Clean Water,' featuring Iron Sage Wood and surprise guests. THIS Sunday. Episode ends with the song, 'Love Life' by Iron Sage Wood.
The Cantore Show: Mostra Coffee
September 22, 2020 21:03 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBChris and Meryl are coffee addicts. So much so, this episode takes place at Mostra Coffee, Roast’s 2020 Micro Roaster of the Year. Founded in 2013, the San Diego company earned top honors for its commitment to supporting coffee farmers in the Philippines, local community engagement, and ensuring a vibrant workplace culture. Sit back, and roast one with us.
The Cantore Show: Karlos Paez of B-Side Players
September 08, 2020 18:54 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBEvents industry workers and business owners marched in San Diego Monday calling for a safe reopening roadmap and additional funding resources from the government. With Cantore serving as emcee, we catch up with speakers from the event including Karlos Paez of the band B-side Players.
The Cantore Show: Class Action Park
September 03, 2020 15:52 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBClass Action Park is the first feature documentary (on HBOmax) about the world's most dangerous and insane amusement or theme park: Action Park, in Vernon, New Jersey. Directed by our guest, Seth Porges, Cantore is freaking out because he grew up going to the scarring and jarring park.
The Cantore Show: Boots Electric (Jesse Hughes)
September 01, 2020 22:41 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBBoots & The Daydreams (featuring Boots Electric of Eagles of Death Metal) returns to San Diego for another intimate private concert at Moonage Food Co. in Leucadia. Post-show, Cantore talks to Boots (Jesse Hughes) about performing live, or "protesting," during a worldwide pandemic.
The Cantore Show (8/27)
August 27, 2020 14:41 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MBRemembering DJ Carlos Culture (#RIP) with David Electric of Steel Pulse. Cantore's son starts virtual high school while Cantore Instagrams like a teenage girl. Meryl recommends a new restaurant, Huntress San Diego. Lock-downed and bored? Chris and Meryl share what they are watching.
The Cantore Show: Club Midnite
August 20, 2020 19:00 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MBCantore deep talks with Andy Beaumarchais, the founder of Club Midnite -- his new favorite surf / skate brand. Meryl is having a relationship problem. The return of 'It Came From Next Door" (AKA theatrical readings of Next Door posts)
The Cantore Show: Back To (Virtual) School
August 18, 2020 15:50 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBAs schools return to virtual learning, The Cantore Show talks to San Diego teachers. Also, Chris and Meryl share GOOD NEWS and Meryl proves she DOES care about humans.
The Cantore Show: Darin Strauss
August 11, 2020 20:39 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBDarin Strauss is a best-selling American writer whose work has earned a number of awards. Strauss's most recent book -- his follow-up to the NBCC-winning Half a Life -- is The Queen of Tuesday: A Lucille Ball Story, a thrilling love story starring Hollywood’s first true media mogul. Before moving to Southern California in High School, Cantore grew up with Darin on the North Shore of Long Island, New York.
The Cantore Show: Steve Padilla
August 04, 2020 23:27 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBChula Vista City Councilman Steve Padilla, a local public figure who contracted COVID-19, joins The Cantore Show to share his harrowing survival story. Wear a mask.
The Cantore Show: Nathan Fletcher
July 31, 2020 16:37 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBNot pro-surfer Nathan Fletcher, County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher joins The Cantore Show to talk the state of the County during COVID-19.
The Cantore Show: Vicki Barbolak
July 21, 2020 21:00 - 18 minutes - 25 MBCantore talks to 2018 AGT finalist (and host of the Big Girls Don't Cry podcast) Vicki Barbolak about her return to comedy during COVID-19. Performing this weekend in an alley OUTSIDE of the Comedy Store: La Jolla, will Cantore join her for a secret set?
The Cantore Show: Jaimal Yogis
July 02, 2020 15:39 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBCelebrated San Francisco surfer-journalist-dad Jaimal Yogis joins Cantore to discuss his first children’s picture book, Mop Rides the Waves of Life. Out now, the book teaches children timeless beach wisdom with the story of Mop, a sensitive and fun-loving kid who just wants to be in the ocean.
The Cantore Show: Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media
June 24, 2020 20:44 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBSince 2008, Shawn Walchef has owned Cali Comfort BBQ in East San Diego County. In order to survive, Shawn knew he had to operate his family restaurant and sports bar like a media company. As you will hear, this approach has paid off big time in a COVID-19 age. In addition to owning a successful restaurant, Walchef operates Cali BBQ Media while hosting the Digital Hospitality Podcast. Operate a business? You could learn a lot from this discussion.
The Cantore Show: Alfred Howard
June 22, 2020 23:12 - 33 minutes - 46 MBProlific lyricist, percussionist and independent record label co-owner Alfred Howard joins Cantore to discuss his latest project, AlfredHowardWrites.com Collaborations with various singers and musicians Howard's met through 20 years of touring, he ambitiously posts two songs a week that he's written music for -- with his mom supplying the artwork.
Remembering Steve West
May 12, 2020 22:49 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBTerri Nunn of Berlin, Johnny Vatos of Oingo Boingo, and John Easdale of Dramarama remember legendary alternative radio DJ, Steve West. With a special appearance by Robin Roth.
The Cantore Show: Ruggy
May 08, 2020 20:41 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBCantore talks to his former radio producer, RUGGY, about contracting x combatting the coronavirus in NYC, his current home. Also, Cantore is getting outsmarted by a rat.
Tommy Chong
May 06, 2020 18:51 - 24 minutes - 33 MBCantore talks COVID-19 quarantine with the great TOMMY CHONG.
Blind Melon interview x performance
April 26, 2020 14:31 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBwhile quarantined, Cantore interviews the band Blind Melon.
Skip Frye
April 02, 2020 14:56 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBLegendary surfer x shaper Skip Frye says DON'T SURF during the coronavirus pandemic.
Tell Me Something Good
March 28, 2020 16:13 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBAfter a gnarly (but, needed) wake up call with a San Diegan who has friends hospitalized with coronavirus, The Cantore Show takes YOUR Instagram calls for Tell Me Something Good.
Meryl Visits Cantore In Quarantine
March 26, 2020 04:32 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBSitting six feet apart, Cantore and Meryl talk Coronavirus, Meryl's 80's Movie Review ('What About Bob') and It Came From Next Door.
Jonathan Wayne Freeman
March 20, 2020 23:32 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBParamedic by Day, Surfing Comedian by Night, "friend of the show" Jonathan Wayne Freeman stops by and discusses the Coronavirus pandemic.
Chris Cantore Exits KFMB with Meryl Klemow
March 18, 2020 14:57 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBNo longer with 100.7 San Diego, Chris & Meryl break the news while encouraging listeners sign up for the show at www.patreon.com/thecantoreshow
The Cantore Show: Boochcraft
February 14, 2020 20:03 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBBoochcraft was founded by three friends from Ocean Beach, San Diego. They sought out to create a hard kombucha that tasted great, inspired connection, and was based in quality. Seeing the need for an alcoholic beverage with integrity, they created a craft brew you could not only enjoy, but also feel good about drinking. The Cantore Show talks to co-founder Adam Hiner who has been brewing regular kombucha for over a decade and began brewing for retail sale at his own restaurant in 2011. H...