Best Studio D Podcast Production Podcasts (2025)

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101 - The Calirado Kid Speaks: Mountain Biking & Creating Relatable Content 1:18:36

11d ago1:18:36

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Send us a text This engaging episode features the Calirado Kid, whose authentic and humorous mountain biking videos have built him a substantial following with videos regularly reaching hundreds of thousands viewers. While he shares interesting glimpses into creating his popular videos, the conversation primarily delivers valuable insights from his…

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Ep174 Recreating Iconic 80s Tones For Kemper and Helix with Matt Reviere 1:36:47

16d ago1:36:47

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In episode 174 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I chat with Carrie Underwood guitarist Matt Reviere about recreating classic 80s guitar tones for the Kemper Profiling Amplifier and Line 6 Helix using the new Inspired by the 80s pack from Tone Junkie. We discuss his workflow for analyzing songs, dialing in tones, and jamming on iconic riffs from …

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100 - Beyond Marketing: Vittoria’s Approach to Mountain Bike Tire Design & Manufacturing (Guest: Ken Avery, SVP Product Development) 1:09:50

25d ago1:09:50

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Send us a text In this in-depth episode of the MTNCOG Podcast, we dive into the science behind mountain bike tire design with Ken Avery, Senior Vice President of Product Development at Vittoria. Ken breaks down the complex process of tire manufacturing, from the initial casing construction using nylon or cotton materials to the vulcanization proces…

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Ep173 From Demo to Radio - Inside Music Production with Jason Wyatt Kuhn 1:21:20

28d ago1:21:20

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In episode 173 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I sit down with Nashville music producer Jason Wyatt Kuhn to talk about the art of recording and producing music. Jason shares his journey from singer and songwriter to becoming a sought-after producer helping both aspiring artists and hobbyist songwriters bring their music to life. We discuss what…

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099 - Jess The Maker's take on content creation, bikes, trails, & tacos. 1:05:27

1M ago1:05:27

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Send us a text In this engaging episode of the MTNCOG Podcast, the hosts welcome Jess the Maker, a prominent mountain biking content creator who blends humor, authenticity, and technical riding expertise. The episode was recorded shortly after Jess was in town working on a project with 'Visit Tucson'. The conversation explores how she's helping sho…

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098 - A technical look at Norco's mountain bike design approach. (Guests: Norco R&D Engineers - Colin Ryan & Kirk McDowall) 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

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Send us a text In this episode of The MCP, hosts Josh and Dane dive deep into the science of mountain bike suspension with Norco development engineers Colin Ryan and Kirk McDowall. The conversation explores Norco's different suspension platforms with detailed explanations of axle path, anti-squat, and anti-rise properties. The engineers reveal how …

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Ep172 Q&A playing style - physical limitations - key changes - bar chord techniques - music theory exercises - slowing down music 1:04:30

2M ago1:04:30

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In episode 172 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about playing styles, overcoming physical limitations, key changes in songs, barre chord techniques, music theory exercises, slowing down music, and more. Riff Rockers Zoom class details: https://www.guitarmusictheory.com/riff-rockers-zoom-class/ Enroll in a free video c…

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097 - Bike Shop Confessions: How MTB Suspension Experts Really Choose Components 1:23:45

2M ago1:23:45

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Send us a text In this unfiltered episode of The Mountain Cog Podcast (recorded during the snowy Sedona Mountain Bike Festival) hosts Josh and Dane are joined by special guests Mike "Babyfoot" Jones and Derrick Kampfer for a raw, technical dive into mountain bike suspension. The conversation takes unexpected turns from the hilarious origins of "nip…

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096 - The Art and Science of Mountain Bike Design: Faction Bike Studio's Design Lead (Guest: Julian Richardson) 1:21:02

3M ago1:21:02

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Send us a text The Mountain Cog Podcast welcomes Julian Richardson, Lead Industrial Designer at Faction Bike Studio, for an in-depth exploration of bicycle design. Julian explains how Faction operates as design consultants for bike manufacturers, handling everything from initial sketches to final production support. The discussion clarifies the oft…

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Ep171 Q&A Practice Plan-Joe-Bonamassa Rhythm-Take On Me Chords-Numbering Modes-G Chord Fingerings-Best Practice Amp 1:00:53

3M ago1:00:53

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In episode 171 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions on a variety of guitar topics, including: 🎸 Assessing your guitar practice plan🎸 Joe Bonamassa’s rhythm guitar playing 🎸 Breaking down the key to "Take on Me" by A-ha 🎸 Understanding mode numbering 🎸 Different ways to finger a G chord and which one is best for you 🎸 Choo…

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095 - Bike Shop Secrets: Pro Tips on Carbon Bars, Wax Chain Lube, and Dropper Post Maintenance 1:27:00

3M ago1:27:00

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Send us a text In this information-packed episode of Mountain Cog, hosts Josh and Dane dive into essential mountain bike maintenance tips that every rider should know. They share their expertise on cutting carbon handlebars safely using abrasive blades, explaining how to prevent fraying and properly finish the cut edges. The conversation then shift…

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094 - Building Better Mountain Bike Communities: SDMB's Approach to Trail Advocacy and Engagement (Guest: Ruth Cañamar, Vice President, SDMB) 1:14:41

4M ago1:14:41

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Send us a text The latest episode of The Mountain Cog Podcast features an in-depth discussion with Ruth Cañamar from the Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists (SDMB) about transforming Tucson's mountain biking landscape through community-driven initiatives. The conversation highlights the successful recent Poker Ride event, which brought together vari…

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093 - Fox vs SRAM RockShox: Electronic Mountain Bike Suspension Systems Compared 1:07:11

4M ago1:07:11

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Send us a text This episode delivers an expert comparison of leading electronic suspension systems, featuring Mountain Cog host and suspension specialist Dane Higgins' detailed analysis of SRAM Rockshox Flight Attendant, Fox Live Valve, and Fox Live Valve Neo. The discussion examines how each system approaches terrain detection and suspension adjus…

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092 - SRAM vs Shimano: Comparing Mountain Bike Components with SRAM Field Guide Jimmy Nordloh 1:20:58

5M ago1:20:58

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Jimmy Nordloh, SRAM Field Guide for the Southwest region, to explore the evolution and innovation behind one of mountain biking's leading component manufacturers. Jimmy shares insights into SRAM's brand portfolio including RockShox, Zipp, Truvativ, Quark, Time Pedals, and Hammerhead, explaining how S…

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Ep170 Top Hits of 2024 with Lila 1:28:38

5M ago1:28:38

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In episode 170 of the Guitar Music Theory audio podcast, I look back at some of the top songs from 2024 with a very special guest, my 12-year-old daughter, Lila! 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at https://www.GuitarMusicTheory.com and get FREE custom video instruction calibrated t…

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091 – From Rigid Bikes to World Champion: Tim March on Ghost-Writing Steve Peat's Autobiography 1:04:38

5M ago1:04:38

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Send us a text In this captivating episode, we sit down with Tim March, the ghost writer behind Steve Peat's autobiography "Forged by Speed: The Making of a Mountain Bike World Champion." March reveals the three-year journey of bringing mountain biking legend Steve Peat's story to life, drawing from over 20 years of detailed personal diaries and 10…

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090 – Faction Bike Studio: The Secret Engineering Firm Behind Your Favorite Mountain Bikes (Guest: Adam Robbins) 1:13:03

5M ago1:13:03

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Send us a text Josh and Dane from The Mountain Cog podcast dive deep with Adam Robbins from Faction Bike Studio, uncovering how this secretive Quebec-based engineering firm shapes the mountain bike industry. Since 2010, Faction has operated as the only bike-specific design and engineering studio globally, helping brands of all sizes create innovati…

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Ep169 Good Christmas Songs to Learn 51:54

6M ago51:54

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In episode 169 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I review some Christmas song guitar lessons I’ve previously posted on YouTube. These lessons feature great Christmas songs to learn, and I’ll break down the nuggets of music theory wisdom each one provides. Topics include passing chords, chord melody, playing in sixths, and more. Join the email lis…

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089 – Beyond Lumens: How Outbound Lighting Designs Bike Lights for Real Trail Performance (Guest: Tom Place) 1:12:52

6M ago1:12:52

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Tom "Danger" Place, co-owner of Outbound Lighting, a Chicago-based manufacturer revolutionizing bike lights through innovative engineering. Tom shares the company's origin story, how he partnered with founder Matt, and explains their unique approach to bike light design that prioritizes beam pattern …

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088 – Are Electronic Mountain Bike Components Worth The Price? 1:20:12

6M ago1:20:12

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Send us a text Episode 88 celebrates Dane's 25th episode and features an in-depth discussion between shop owner Dane and rider Josh about the pros and cons of electronic bike components versus traditional mechanical systems. The hosts examine the substantial price difference between electronic and mechanical groupsets – with electronic options typi…

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087 – Gravity Trail Building in Arizona: How the Tonto Gravity Riders are Transforming Mountain Biking at Sunrise Bike Park and Pinal Mountains. (Chris Johnson) 1:15:57

7M ago1:15:57

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Send us a text Chris Johnson of Tonto Gravity Riders (TGR) joins us to discuss how this grassroots organization evolved from building unauthorized jump lines to becoming a trusted Forest Service partner maintaining and developing trail systems across Arizona. The episode traces TGR's origins around 2010 and their work legitimizing the legendary NRA…

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Ep168 Q&A - New Coaching Program - Bass Playing - Playing with Confidence - Running with the Devil - 3/4 vs 6/8 - Cover Band Setlist 1:05:54

7M ago1:05:54

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In episode 168 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I announce my new coaching program and answer listener questions about bass playing, playing with confidence, the difference between 3/4 and 6/8 time signatures, my old cover band setlist, and the song "Runnin' with the Devil" by Van Halen. Are you ready to invest in a structured coaching program t…

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086 – Beer & Bikes: How Tucson Hop Shop Created a Cycling Community Hub (Jessie Jean Mance & Sarita Mendez) 1:09:01

7M ago1:09:01

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Send us a text Episode 086 takes listeners inside Tucson Hop Shop, a craft beer destination that's become synonymous with cycling culture in Southern Arizona. Owner Jessie Jean Mance and Sarita Mendez join hosts Josh and Dane to discuss how their business evolved into a cyclist sanctuary, complete with bike racks, a welcoming outdoor courtyard, and…

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085 – Elevating Arizona's Mountain Biking Scene: TORCA's Mt. Lemmon Trail Building Initiative. (Nick Giovannucci & Matt Hrabko) 1:27:56

8M ago1:27:56

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Send us a text Discover the remarkable story behind Mt. Lemmon's mountain biking trail network as Josh and Dane interview TORCA's leadership team. President Nick Giovannucci and Vice President Matt Hrabko provide an insider's look at the specialized techniques and challenges involved in building sustainable mountain bike trails across Southern Ariz…

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084 – Inside the Bike Industry's Big Brands with Former Giant and Specialized Sales Rep. (Carlos Quintero) 1:15:44

8M ago1:15:44

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Send us a text The Mountain Cog podcast features an in-depth conversation with bike industry veteran Carlos Quintero in episode 084. Currently working as Southwest Market Manager for Enso Sales Group, Carlos reveals the economic fundamentals of bike shops, explaining why accessories provide significantly higher profit margins compared to actual bik…

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083 – Sunrise Park Resort: Arizona's Only Lift-Assisted Bike Park with Builder Colby Landin 1:12:07

9M ago1:12:07

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Send us a text In this action-packed episode, we talk with Colby Landin, trail and track builder at Sunrise Park Resort, Arizona's only lift-assisted bike park. Colby shares his journey from building BMX tracks in his neighborhood at age 8 to designing professional-grade mountain bike features at Sunrise. Learn about the unique challenges of buildi…

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082 - The Impact of Female Role Models in Mountain Biking: Conversation with Dr. Jody Bartz 1:17:27

9M ago1:17:27

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Send us a text This episode features Dr. Jody Bartz, founder of GROW Girl GROW, discussing how mountain biking serves as a powerful tool for female empowerment and confidence building among adolescent girls. With her PhD in special education and extensive coaching certifications, Dr. Bartz brings a unique perspective to addressing a critical issue:…

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081 – Behind the curtain: DVO Suspension (Ronnie Dillon, DVO Suspension) 1:33:12

10M ago1:33:12

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Send us a text In this episode Josh & Dane chat with DVO Suspension’s Master Tuner Ronnie Dillon. Ronnie has been working on the design, test, manufacture, and tuning of mountain bike suspension products for over 25 years. DVO is a high-end suspension brand offering innovative trail, enduro, and downhill mountain bike shocks and forks. Their produc…

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080 – How Social Media Transformed Mountain Biking Communities: Dave Slagle's Our MTB Rides Story 1:11:16

10M ago1:11:16

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Send us a text In episode #080 of Mountain Cog Podcast, hosts Josh and Dane welcome Dave Slagle, the founder of Our MTB Rides and a pillar of Tucson's mountain biking community. Dave shares his journey from riding a Schwinn High Sierra as his first real mountain bike to becoming a Specialized brand ambassador. As a Tucson native, he offers unique i…

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Ep167 Learning "It Hit Me Like a Hammer" - PRS SE NF3 1:45:25

10M ago1:45:25

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In episode 167 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I guide you through my process of learning songs, using "It Hit Me Like a Hammer" by Huey Lewis and The News as an example. This track showcases chunky '80s rock power chords and a bluesy minor pentatonic guitar solo. I play it on my new PRS SE NF3 guitar, using a profile of a Mesa Boogie Mark 3 am…

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079 - Derailleurs are Dead! Short Cranks, Belt Drives, and the Evolution of Mountain Bike Components 1:11:33

11M ago1:11:33

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Send us a text In this lively episode of the mountain biking podcast, hosts Josh and Dane dive into the evolving world of mountain bike technology, debating whether certain innovations are lasting trends or passing fads. The conversation explores controversial topics like belt drives, gearbox systems, and the hosts make bold predictions about the f…

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Ep166 Q&A Rhythm and Timing - Horizontal Pentatonic Patterns - Bass Note Selection - Violin Etude 2 1:00:09

11M ago1:00:09

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In episode 166 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about rhythm and timing, playing horizontal pentatonic patterns, selecting good bass notes, and more. I also recap my recent gigs and discuss how I prepare for performances.

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078 - Trail Talk: Portal, Big Bear and new trails in Flagstaff & Prescott. (Guest: Justin Dietrich) 1:36:30

11M ago1:36:30

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Send us a text In this episode Josh & Dane are joined by Justin Dietrich (General Badass, Downhill Wizard, & O.G. Hydrofoil Pro) to chat about a few of the “destination worthy” trails they’ve ridden recently while on travel in Utah, California, and Northern Arizona. While many trails are discussed throughout the episode this Trail Talk icenters aro…

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077 – Listener stories: crazy wildlife encounters on mountain bike trails. 1:17:26

12M ago1:17:26

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Send us a text The MCP team put out a request on our socials and multiple forums requesting stories about crazy wildlife encounters on the trail. We got a great response (thanks to all that contributed)! So, we grouped the inputs into 8 categories and recorded this episode where Josh & Dane discuss the “best” (unscientifically chosen) responses. Th…

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Ep165 Preparing For Huey Lewis Tribute Band Gig 1:11:04

12M ago1:11:04

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In episode 165 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I prepare to play upcoming gigs with the Huey Lewis and The News tribute band, The Heart of Rock and Roll. I walk you through the process I go through when I'm reviewing for a show and discuss the songs I'll be performing. 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the ques…

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Ep164 Nashville Studio Drummer and Music Producer Scott Williamson 1:44:08

12M ago1:44:08

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In episode 164 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I interview Scott Williamson, a top-tier studio drummer in the Nashville area for decades. In addition to his drumming career, Scott is a mixing engineer and music producer. He'll provide insights into life as a studio musician, answer listener questions, and reveal his favorite guitar parts. 🎸 Wha…

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076 – Why drive when you can ride to the trail? (Randolph Ford, Author of “The Loop – America’s #1 Recreational Trail”) 1:01:55

12M ago1:01:55

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Send us a text We live in “America’s Bike Town” (Tucson, Arizona). Our weather allows us to ride 365 days a year and the cycling options here are unmatched. We have 100’s of miles of single-track that range from cross country to big mountain. The road cycling attracts pros and amateurs from all over the world to ride our vast network of paved roads…

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Ep163 Jack and Diane - How Does This Song Work? 1:06:50

1y ago1:06:50

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How does the song "Jack and Diane" work? Listen to episode 163 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast to hear how this John Mellencamp classic features memorable acoustic guitar riffs that make great use of different chord shapes and chord voicings. 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at …

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Ep162 Knights of Cydonia - How Does This Song Work? 1:14:10

1y ago1:14:10

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"Knights of Cydonia" by Muse is an epic rock anthem that blends various musical influences to create a unique and powerful listening experience. The song stands out for its grandiose and cinematic feel, drawing inspiration from progressive rock, space rock, and spaghetti westerns. In Episode 162 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I break the music…

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075 – Consumer direct brands… great bikes cheap, but are you giving up more than you save? (Steve Morganstern, Bicycle Ranch) 1:10:25

1y ago1:10:25

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Send us a text Josh and Dane sit down with Steve Morganstern (Bicycle Ranch) to discuss why mountain bikers might be giving up more than they save when buying from a consumer direct brand. This episode essentially covers the consumer value proposition of buying from your local bike shop versus buying a bike online. The local shop value proposition …

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Ep161 Q&A Hot For Teacher - Multitracks - Bass Rigs - Funk #49 - Mastering Songs - Major and Minor Pentatonic - CAGED - Soreness - Knights of Cydonia 1:04:06

1y ago1:04:06

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In episode 161 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about Hot For Teacher, multitracks, bass rigs, Funk #49, mastering songs, major and minor pentatonic, CAGED, hand soreness, Knights of Cydonia, and more. 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at https://www.G…

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074 – The first bump is always free! A conversation with Pivot’s president. (Bryan Mason, President, Pivot Cycles) 1:13:54

1y ago1:13:54

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Send us a text Josh & Dane took a field trip up to Tempe, Arizona to spend a day with Pivot Cycles’ President (Bryan Mason) and Factory Field Rep (Bill Larson). The day included a fun ride on Pivot eMTBs at the amazing Hawes Trail System, grabbing lunch at Someburros, touring the Pivot factory, meeting many of the Pivot team in various departments,…

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Ep160 Improvise with Refugee 44:56

1y ago44:56

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In episode 160 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I demonstrate a technique for improvisation over jam tracks, drawing inspiration from the iconic song "Refugee" by Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. Leveraging guitar licks from renowned tracks like this can infuse your improvisations with creativity and flair, elevating your playing to new heights.…

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Ep159 Every Type of Seventh Chord and How to Use It 1:04:19

1y ago1:04:19

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In episode 159 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I discuss every type of seventh chord and how to use it. Seventh chords are made when you extend a triad with an additional third. There are five qualities of seventh chords that appear in music. They are Major seven, Minor seven, Dominant seven, Minor seven flat five (a.k.a. Half diminished), and …

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073 – SRAM vs Shimano, shoutouts, and stupid bike stuff. 1:21:47

1y ago1:21:47

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Send us a text This episode features the MCP hosts Josh and Dane and is pretty MTB-techy. It starts out with a couple shoutouts from Josh to bike industry brands 1up and PNW for excellent customer service. It transitions to cover some of our listeners perspectives on “stupid stuff in the bike industry”. And finally, it concludes with an epic and ag…

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Ep158 The Harmonic Minor Scale and How to Use It 1:08:29

1y ago1:08:29

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In Episode 158 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I discuss the harmonic minor scale and its use in familiar guitar songs. This includes common harmonic minor chord progressions and how to incorporate the scale in your lead lines and guitar solos. For more information, see my book Fretboard Theory Volume 2 or my video course Fretboard Theory Video…

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Ep157 Q&A Circle of fifths - playing left-handed - Squier guitar mods - playing and singing - intervals 1:06:25

1y ago1:06:25

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In episode 157 of the Guitar Music Theory podcast, I answer listener questions about the circle of fifths, playing left-handed, Squier guitar mods, playing and singing, intervals, and more. 🎸 What do you SPECIFICALLY need to do to play guitar better? Answer the questions about your playing at https://www.GuitarMusicTheory.com and get FREE custom vi…

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072 - Bonus Episode: The new and significantly redesigned Rocky Mountain Altitude (Sam Elmes, Rocky Mountain) 45:43

1y ago45:43

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Send us a text In this episode, Dane sits down again with Sam Elmes from Rocky Mountain to discuss Rocky's significantly redesigned enduro bike... the Altitude. Feedback from Rocky's professional enduro race team were essential in shaping the Altitude's redesign. This episode features less rabbit holes and more bike specs. Enjoy. Learn more about t…

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071 - If you can see better, you can ride better. (Rob Tavakoli, CEO, SportRX) 1:15:43

1y ago1:15:43

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Send us a text In this episode Josh & Dane chat with "Sunglass Rob" the CEO of San Diego's based SportRX. SportRX is an online company focused on prescription eyewear for multiple sports with biking being one of their biggest markets). Sunglass Rob is an avid mountain biker and an absolute savant as it relates to eyewear. In addition to learning a …

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Ep156 Biggest Part of Me - How Does This Song Work? - Scott Sheriff 1:12:30

1y ago1:12:30

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In episode 156, keyboardist Scott Sheriff and I break down the song "Biggest Part of Me" by Ambrosia. We talk about the chords used in this song and how they’re based on a chromatic line cliché and include various extensions common to jazz and R&B music. ********************************* Scott's Links Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/0oLy2MY…

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