Best Johnny Rocket Podcasts (2025)

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Julia Paiva | 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket 1:00:25

19d ago1:00:25

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Johnny Rocket is joined by his wife, Julia Paiva, for this week's special special episode. This time, I take the podcast outside of America for the first time ever as I sit down with my wife, Julia Paiva, in her home country of Brasil. Recorded right in the heart of her hometown, Brasília, Brasil, we dive into our travel experience so far—what it’s…

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Mary Beth Barone, Our Close Friend 53:50

13h ago53:50

53:50

The Boys ask MARY BETH BARONE to help them handle the next 600 episodes. Check out Mary Beth’s new show on Amazon Prime Overcompensating. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Pri…

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Episode 1488: Nakia & The Never Not Now 1:33:22

1d ago1:33:22

1:33:22

Hello friends! Austin-based soul artist Nakia returns to the show for episode 1488! Nakia is back with a new band, Nakia & the Never Not Now and a new album, the electronic, Signal. Signal comes out on vinyl on May 30th and he's celebrating with a release show that same night at The Saxon Pub along with an instore at Waterloo Records as well. Go to…

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Episode 1487: Rival Waves 2025 1:23:29

5d ago1:23:29

1:23:29

Hello friends! Joel De La Garza from Austin alt-rock band with over 1 million plays on Spotify, Rival Waves returns to the show for episode 1487! Rival Waves just released their new single, "New Fear" a song that captures the psychological toll of digital dread in a society teetering on the edge. Go to rivalwaves.com for music, videos, show dates, …

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Episode 1486: Brad Bond 1:02:45

6d ago1:02:45

1:02:45

Hello friends! Austin poster artist, Brad Bond is my guest for episode 1486! You might have seen Brad's posters, album covers, and design work for Bob Schneider, Restos, Jaimee Harris, Sun Radio, Cosmic Coffee, Bullfrog Botanicals, How Did I Get Here?, Madam Radar, Pat Byrne, and many more. Check out his work at bradbonddesign.com. Brad and I have …

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OJ Simpson 37:15

7d ago37:15

37:15

Was OJ Simpson an inspiring American rags-to-riches story, or a fame-hungry abuser?Michael Odewale, Sara Barron and Rachel Fairburn take a sip of ‘The Juice’.Was he a murderer who got away with it all? Was a victim of systemic racism in the US justice system? Our guests dig into his life, and debate the legacy of Orenthal James Simpson. Additional …

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Be Our Guest Brady: Searching for Wayne 47:23

7d ago47:23

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The Boys ask WAYNE BRADY to help them do a big episode 600 with a major rebrand. Check out his new show Wayne Brady's What If?! with Jonathan Mangum on Apple Podcast and YouTube! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode on YouTube here! Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbo…

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Episode 1485: Jelly Ellington 1:00:39

8d ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Hello friends! Ashville, NC born, Austin based musician and songwriter Jelly Ellington is my guest for episode 1485! Jelly just released his latest album, Glow last month. Glow, produced by musician Nick Perri, encapsulates his journey of perseverance, healing, and personal growth after experiencing the loss of his home in a devastating fire. Go to…

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Episode 1484: Madam Radar 2025 1:19:41

12d ago1:19:41

1:19:41

Hello friends! Austin darlings Madam Radar return to the show for episode 1484! Their new album, the road-inspired, Motel, produced by Steve Berlin of Los Lobos drops next Friday, May 16 on all streaming services, and they're celebrating with a release show on Saturday, May 17 at Empire Garage here in Austin. Go to madamradar.com for tour date, mus…

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Casey Rocket, Our Close Friend 45:54

15d ago45:54

45:54

The Boys help CASEY ROCKET explain his riffs. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…

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Episode 1483: Livingston 45:50

15d ago45:50

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Hello friends! Los Angeles-based pop singer-songwriter, with 2.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify, Livingston is my guest for episode 1483! His latest album, the gorgeous A Hometown Odyssey (The Story Continues) is out now on streaming services, vinyl, and CD via Republic. He's currently on tour in support of A Hometown Odyssey (The Story Conti…

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Episode 1482: Ram Vela & The Easy Targets 1:07:18

19d ago1:07:18

1:07:18

Hello friends! Ram Vela from Austin-based, power-pop band, Ram Vela & The Easy Targets is my guest for episode 1482! Their new single, "Westerberg" an ode to Replacements' singer, Paul Westerberg, is available now on 7" vinyl and streaming. Find them their music, socials, and more on their Linktree. Ram and I have a great conversation about growing…

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Kristen Schaal, Our Close Friend 48:07

22d ago48:07

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Sean talks to KRISTEN SCHAAL about her new role as co-host of Hollywood Handbook. Check out Kristen’s new podcast The Extraordinarians with Tony Hale and Matt Oberg on Apple Podcast and YouTube! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcas…

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Episode 1481: Secret Monkey Weekend 1:01:12

22d ago1:01:12

1:01:12

Hello friends! Durham, North Carolina-based family band, Secret Monkey Weekend are my guests for episode 1481! Their second album, the Don Dixon (R.E.M., The Smithereens) produced, Lemon Drop Hammer, comes out on June 6th on vinyl and streaming services. Go to secretmonkeyweekend.com for music, show dates, and more. Jefferson Hart and his step-daug…

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From The Vault - Episode 1200: Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake) 2:05:34

24d ago2:05:34

2:05:34

Hello and welcome to How Did I Get Here? From The Vault! Today we go back to episode 1200 with legendary bass player, Rudy Sarzo from Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Blue Oyster Cult, The Guess Who and many more. This show was originally released on 9/22/2022. Below are my original notes. Hello friends! Legendary bass player, Rudy Sarzo from…

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Episode 1480: Christopher Holt 1:16:39

26d ago1:16:39

1:16:39

Hello friends! Dallas based, multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, Christopher Holt is my guest for episode 1480! Christopher released his last solo album in 2016 and has spent the last 10 years playing guitar for Don Henley, Mike Campbell & the Dirty Knobs, and is now playing guitar for the Eagles. In that time he wrote and recorded the gorgeo…

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Episode 1479: Chaparelle 59:38

28d ago59:38

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Hello friends! Indie-pop star, Zella Day, and Indie-rock star, Jesse Woods from Austin-based country band, Chaparelle, are my guests for episode 1479! Their debut album, the gorgeous, Western Pleasure just came out on Friday and is available on all streaming services and vinyl. They're about to hit the road in May through the rest of the year. Go t…

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Ike Barinholtz, Our Studio Friend 47:39

29d ago47:39

47:39

The Boys talk to IKE BARINHOLTZ about his role in The Studio. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

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Episode 1478: Goldpine 1:18:09

1M ago1:18:09

1:18:09

Hello friends! Benjamin and Kassie Wilson from Nashville-based harmony duo, Goldpine are my guests for episode 1478! They've been dropping singles from their upcoming album, Three, due later this year. Their singles "Alabama Born", "Lean Into The Turns" (feat. Radney Foster), and "Confessions" are all available wherever you stream your music. They'…

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Episode 1477: Roger Blevins Jr. 1:15:42

1M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Hello friends! Guitar playing singer-songwriter, Roger Blevins Jr. is my guest for episode 1477! You might know Roger from his long time band Mingo Fishtrap, or his Blevins Guitar Company. Roger is currently recovering and rehabilitating from a three-year bout with tongue cancer that ended with him having to get 80% of his tongue removed last summe…

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Tim Baltz and Lily Sullivan, Our Close Friends 48:23

1M ago48:23

48:23

The Boys welcome back TIM BALTZ and LILY SULLIVAN to explain tariffs. Check out their awesome podcast Hey Randy at cbbworld.com Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Polic…

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Episode 1476: Tony Kamel Returns! 1:08:30

1M ago1:08:30

1:08:30

Hello friends! Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Tony Kamel returns to the show for episode 1476! His latest album, We're All Gonna Live, produced by Tony and Bruce Robison, drops on Friday 4/18 on Blue Corn Records. He'll be celebrating the release here in Austin on May 16th at The Continental Club. Go to tonykamelmusic.com for show dates, music,…

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Evil Genius: Returning Soon 0:59

1M ago0:59

0:59

Evil Genius is back soon with more good, bad, ugly - and very, very funny. Hear it first on BBC Sounds.By BBC Sounds

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Cam George and Pete Ditzler, Our Talking Talk Tuah Friends 46:26

1M ago46:26

46:26

The Boys talk to CAM GEORGE and PETE DITZLER about their podcast Talking Talk Tuah. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi…

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Episode 1475: Peter Holsapple Returns! 1:06:17

1M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Hello Friends! Legendary artist Peter Holsapple from The dB's, R.E.M., Hootie and the Blowfish, Continental Drifters and more returns to the show for episode 1475! Peter's latest solo album, the rocking The Face of 68 produced by Don Dixon (R.E.M. The Smithereens) comes out on April 18th on Label 51 Recordings. Click HERE for music, tour dates and …

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From The Vault - Episode 800: Live at Cosmic Coffe + Beer Garden w/ Ray Prim, Laurie Gallardo, Noëlle Hampton, and Acey Monaro (5/5/2019) 1:54:55

1M ago1:54:55

1:54:55

Hello and welcome to How Did I Get Here? From The Vault! Today we go back to episode 800: Live At Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden with Ray Prim, Laurie Gallardo, Nöelle Hampton and Acey Monaro released on May 7, 2019. Below are my original notes from the show. Hello friends! Welcome to episode 800 recorded live at Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden in Austin,…

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Episode 1474: Taylor Rae 1:02:41

2M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Hello friends! Austin based singer-songwriter Taylor Rae is my guest for episode 1474! Taylor's new album, The Void, produced by Grammy winner Eric Krasno drops on April 18th and she's celebrating with a release show on April 23rd at The 04 Center here in Austin. Go to taylorraemusic.com for music, tour dates, and more. Taylor's song "Breezeblocks"…

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Julie Klausner, Our Returning Close Friend 46:35

2M ago46:35

46:35

The Boys talk to JULIE KLAUSNER about a few interesting topics. Make sure to check out the return of her podcast How Was Your Week?, which is also on Patreon! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook v…

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Episode 1473: Ruby Dice Returns! 1:10:38

2M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

Hello friends! Colorado-born, Austin based bass playing singer-songwriter, Ruby Dice returns to the show for episode 1473! Ruby's been busy writing and recording new music. Her new single, "Tasha" is dropping on April 17th and she'll be celebrating with a release show that same night at Sagebrush here in Austin. Go to rubydice.com for show info, sh…

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From The Vault - Episode 1208: The Smithereens (9/26/2022) 1:07:28

2M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

Hello and welcome to How Did I Get Here? From The Vault! Today we go back to episode 1208 with Jim Babjak from legendary power-pop band, The Smithereens. This show was originally released on 9/26/2022. Below are my original notes from the episode. Hello friends! Jim Babjak from legendary power-pop band, The Smithereens is my guest for episode 1208!…

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Episode 63: Bravest Warriors 1:27:32

2M ago1:27:32

1:27:32

After our winter hibernation, we arise to... yell about streamers? In this return episode, we discuss Cartoon Hangover's Bravest Warriors (created by Pendleton Ward) with a longer intro discussing adult animation and the relationship animation has to streamers and the internet. We hope you enjoy!By AniMateys Podcast

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Episode 1472: Eric Hisaw Band 1:12:26

2M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

Hello friends! Guitar-slinging singer-songwriter, Eric Hisaw from Eric Hisaw Band is my guest for episode 1472! Their new album, the rocking, Otra Vez is available now on streaming, CD and vinyl on Flak Records. Go to erichisaw.com for music, show dates, and more. We have a great conversation about making Otra Vez with producer Ron Flynt, the magic…

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Try Month, Our Close Friends 3 58:40

2M ago58:40

58:40

The Boys once again try to save Try Month with quantity over quality. Also did you know there's a new baseball show on the Patreon with Hayes, Carl and Greg Gallant? Check out The Filthy Ones on The Bundle tier at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook! Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the sho…

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Episode 1471: The Stayres 1:10:36

2M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Hello friends! Mike Nicolai, guitar player and singer of Austin post-punk, power-pop trio, The Stayres is my guest for episode 1471! Their sophomore release, Duplex is available now on vinyl, CD, and streaming on their Bandcamp. Mike and I have a great conversation about about writing Duplex together in the studio, the dangers of "doom scrolling", …

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Episode 1470: Paul Thorn 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

Hello friends! Former boxer turned singer-songwriter, Paul Thorn is my guest for episode 1470! His latest album, the reflective, Life Is Just A Vapor is available now wherever you stream and on vinyl through Thirty Tigers. Paul is currently on tour and will be in Texas in April doing several shows including Sunday, 4/13 at Haute Spot here in Austin…

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Brian Forster | 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket 59:07

2M ago59:07

59:07

This week on 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket, I present my new General Sales Manager ~ here in the flesh ~ to babble about cars, TV shows, Movies, the District of Columbia, and more. Better known as Brian Forster, he's quickly become an amazing mentor, leader, and friend, forming a unique bond unlike any other. As always, we're here in the heart of the…

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Pedro Silva Founder & CEO ‪@dronebydro‬ | 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket 59:05

2M ago59:05

59:05

Drone By Dro is committed to providing cutting-edge drone solutions specifically designed to address the distinct needs of a diverse array of clients. Established in 2020 in Silver Spring, his expertise encompasses aerial photography, marketing videos, including indoor drone flythroughs, and sophisticated data collection, all while maintaining supe…

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Stavros Halkias, Our Close Friend 48:16

2M ago48:16

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The Boys ask STAVROS HALKIAS to help them decide who should quit the podcast. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode for free HERE Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https…

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Episode 1469: David Ramirez 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Hello friends! Another SXSW has passed, they've moved some things around for 2026, they're gonna make it two days shorter, everything will overlap, and some people are melting down about it on social media.... I talk about it in the intro. Read the article in the Statesman HERE. Acclaimed, Austin based singer-songwriter, David Ramirez is my guest f…

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Episode 1468: Five Eight with Marc Pilvinsky 59:20

2M ago59:20

59:20

Hello friends! I hope your SXSW is going well if you're in it. Mike Mantione and Dan Horowitz from legendary Athens, Georgia punk band Five Eight and Marc Pilvinsky, director of "Weirdo: The Story of Five Eight" are my guests for episode 1468! The guys stopped by yesterday while they're in town for SXSW promoting the movie and playing shows. They h…

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Edi Patterson, Our Close Friend 47:18

2M ago47:18

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The Boys and EDI PATTERSON explore a few joke areas. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art…

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Episode 1467: Holy Islands 1:10:08

2M ago1:10:08

1:10:08

Hello friends! Austin based musician Chris Evans (former drummer of Black Books) playing under the band name, Holy Islands is my guest for episode 1467! Holy Islands debut EP, the dreamy and reflective, "Happier Before", recorded by Taylor Tatsch and mixed by Tim Palmer (U2, Pearl Jam), is available now wherever you stream or download music. Go to …

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From the Vault - Episode 1242: Marty Willson-Piper & Salim Nourallah (1/20/2023) 1:22:39

2M ago1:22:39

1:22:39

Hello and welcome to How Did I Get Here? From The Vault! Today we go back to episode 1242 with Marty Wilson-Piper and Salim Nourallah. This show was originally released on 1/20/2023. Below are my original notes from the episode. Legendary guitar player, singer-songwriter, Marty Willson-Piper (The Church, All About Eve) and Dallas based, singer-song…

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Episode 1466: The Delines 52:33

2M ago52:33

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Hello friends! Amy Boone and Willy Vlautin from Portland based Americana/country/soul band, The Delines, are my guests for episode 1466! Their new album Mr. Luck & Ms. Doom is available now on El Cortez Records wherever you stream or download music. The Delines are about to head out on a two-month U.K. and European tour March 24th - May 17th. Go to…

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Kirk Westwood | 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket 59:02

2M ago59:02

59:02

Kirk Westwood @kirkwestwood6910 Once Referred to as “The Tap Dancing Octopus”, a consultant, a producer, and an author, Kirk has his hands in a little bit of everything – He has spent his life helping people tell their story. Most often he is helping organizations restructure their communications strategy. But you can also find him producing media,…

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Suburban Snoop | 59 Minutes w/ Johnny Rocket 59:13

2M ago59:13

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Suburban Snoop is lyricist, vocalist, cinephile, & used car manager from the DMV; dynamically fusing groundbreaking production & music authorship with inspired lyrics & pure hustle, he's bent on bringing modern music both to the frontier, and back to its roots. Johnny Rocket is joined by recording artist Suburban Snoop in Arlington, Virginia to cha…

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Rachel Bilson and Olivia Allen, Our Close Friends 50:48

3M ago50:48

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To kick off Try Month, The Boys give RACHEL BILSON and OLIVIA ALLEN some podcast tips for their show Broad Ideas. Get a Hat Pack Hat here! Watch the video of today’s episode at Patreon.com/HollywoodHandbook Like the show? Rate Hollywood Handbook 5-Stars on Apple Podcasts Advertise on Hollywood Handbook via Gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://a…

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Episode 1465: SIMS Foundation CEO Derrick Lesnau, and Board Member Bevis Griffin 1:22:01

3M ago1:22:01

1:22:01

Hello friends! For the past 30 years, Austin's SIMS Foundation has provided mental health care services to more than 25, 000 members of Austin's music industry (myself included), supporting close to 300,000 sessions of support for the emotional wellbeing of our community. Today, on the eve of Amplify Austin, I am joined by the new C.E.O. of the SIM…

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Episode 1464: David Houston 1:26:29

3M ago1:26:29

1:26:29

Hello friends! Austin based, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and multi-band guy, David Houston is my guest for episode 1464! You might know David from The Eggmen (Beatles tribute), Brass In Pocket (Pretenders tribute), Mock Lobster (B-52s tribute), Yacht Z (yacht rock tribute), and so many more. Yacht Z actually plays tomorrow, Saturday, …

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George Civeris and Sam Taggart, Our StraightioLab Friends 53:51

3M ago53:51

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The Boys talk to GEORGE CIVERIS and SAM TAGGART from the podcast StraightioLab about their Super Bowl cooldown party snacks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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