Best Tyson Thacker Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 220: Episode 220: Aaron Cometbus of Cometbus Fanzine and Pinhead Gunpowder 1:43:30

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Episode 220 with Aaron Cometbus of Cometbus Fanzine, Pinhead Gunpowder, Cleveland Bound Death Sentence, Colbom, Crimpshrine, and many more talks to us about: His PM Press releases Local Downtown and In China with Green Day. We also touch on such subjects as: What We Did in the Past Brings Us Together in the Present, What is Home and on Living in Ne…

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Creating Unforgettable Moments with Grandchildren with Susan Yates 30:50

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What does it really take to build lasting family memories with your kids and grandkids, especially when everyone’s busy and scattered across the country? In this heartwarming and practical episode, Ryan Thacker sits down with Susan Alexander Yates, author of Cousins Camp: A Grandparent’s Guide to Creating Fun, Faith, and Memories That Last, to expl…

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Hidden Gems, Comfort, and Confidence in Retirement Travel with Laura Murdoch 21:42

28d ago21:42

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When it comes to retirement, some of the most meaningful memories are made through travel. In this episode, Tyson and Ryan Thacker sit down once again with Laura Murdoch of Morris Columbus Travel to uncover how retirees can explore the world with confidence, comfort, and joy. From secret beaches in Thailand to polar bear sightings in Canada, Laura …

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Dream Destinations and Smart Planning for Retirees with Laura Murdoch 28:17

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When most people picture retirement, one dream tops the list: travel. But turning that dream into a reality takes more than wanderlust. It requires planning, budgeting, and knowing what to expect. In this episode, Ryan and Tyson Thacker welcome travel advisor Laura Murdoch from Morris Columbus Travel to unpack the real-world logistics of retirement…

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How to Retire with Confidence: Lessons from the Experts (Ep. 20) 30:19

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Is your Social Security strategy costing you tens of thousands of dollars? In this must-listen episode of Retirement Solutions The Podcast, Ryan Thacker welcomes Brian Ward, a top advisor at B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions, to uncover the hidden costs and missed opportunities tied to poor Social Security strategies. With a background rooted in family…

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Episode 219: Episode 219: Kim Warnick of Fastbacks and Visqueen on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:39:49

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Episode 219: Kim Warnick of The Fastbacks and Visqueen talks to us about: Nightmare drives through Texas, Learning geography through touring, Our love of Queen and Classic Rock, Lifelong friends, 70s influence and the movie Over The Edge, Forming of The Fastbacks and unison singing with Lulu, 45 Fucking years of The Fastbacks, Kim's profound experi…

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The Secret to Saving Big on Taxes in Retirement (Ep. 19) 31:25

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What if you could turn your biggest retirement expense into your greatest savings opportunity? In this episode, Tyson and Ryan Thacker from B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions sit down with Brandon Olson, CPA, an investment advisor representative at B.O.S.S., to explore smart tax strategies that can keep more of your hard-earned savings in your pocket. A…

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Legacy Planning: More Than Just Money (Ep. 18) 29:17

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What does it truly mean to leave a legacy? How do you tie together money, values, and memories into something lasting? Join Ryan and Tyson Thacker, the Retirement Brothers from B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions, as they dive deep into the concept of legacy. In this heartwarming episode, they share personal stories about their upbringing and the legacy …

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Secrets to Minimizing Taxes on Your Retirement Income (Ep. 17) 29:00

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Why are taxes one of the biggest retirement expenses, and how can you minimize them? Join Ryan and Tyson Thacker for an episode of Retirement Solutions The Podcast as they discuss how taxes can take a huge bite out of your retirement savings and share strategies to help avoid it. Discover how you often have more control over taxes in retirement tha…

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Episode 218: Episode 218: Joel Reader of The Fatal Flaw, MTX, The Plus Ones on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:47:54

4M ago1:47:54

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Episode 218: Joel Reader of The Fatal Flaw, MTX, The Plus Ones, Pansy Division, The Bomb Bassets, and Avengers talks to us about how California is vast, Hardwired to have a melody and pop sensibility, Mother's chamber trio dreams, Joining MTX as a big fan was like a mentor project, Cello to drums to bass, Dissecting regret, Moving from California t…

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How to Take the Risk Out of Retirement (Ep. 16) 28:47

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What’s the main risk that’s hiding in your retirement plan? Chances are, it’s lurking in plain sight and could jeopardize your financial future. How can you avoid it? In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker, the “retirement brothers” from B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions and Advisors, talk about managing risk in your retirement portfolio. Thro…

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Episode 217: Episode 217: Tyson Cornel founder of Rarebirdlit and musician of Semi-Famous on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:16:33

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Episode 217 with Tyson Cornell founder of Rarebirdlit and drummer for Semi-Famous and Scooby Don't talks to us about Minneapolis of the 90s with its culture and music, the Scooby Don't Punkhouse, I think like a drummer, Touring with Scooby Don't and splitting dates with Aaron Cometbus, Hair Core Rock and Tyson's stint in Supercool and working relat…

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Episode 216: Episode 216: Ronnie Barnett of The Muffs on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:30:02

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Episode 216: with Ronnie Barnett of The Muffs. He talks to us about Jughead and Ronnie First Meeting on the Buck, Muffs, and Lillingtons tour in 1999, Lisa Marr and Cub, Ronnies Record Store Career and Venturing into Rock Criticism, On Moving to LA for Love and the Beginning of The Muffs, The Influence of Older Brothers, Major Label Talk, Working w…

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Social Security Alone Isn’t Enough for Retirement (Ep. 15) 33:01

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Are you confident that your retirement income plan will last? In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker explore this critical question, helping listeners uncover often-overlooked strategies for creating reliable income streams beyond just Social Security. With the federal government’s actions and potential Social Security shortfalls looming, …

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Episode 215: Episode 215: John Szymanski of Even In Blackouts, Jon Langford and the Four Lost Souls on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:13:55

6M ago1:13:55

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Episode 215: John Szymanski of Even In Blackouts and Jon Langford and the Four Lost Souls talks to us about how EIB Broke John, Music Archeology, Working at the Famous Chicago Recording Company (CRC), Musicianship, Creativity, and A Choose Your Own Adventure Mentality, Recording with My My My and Even In Blackouts, Recording in Muscle Shoals, Four …

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Avoiding the Tax Avalanche in Retirement (Ep. 14) 27:24

6M ago27:24

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Have you ever wondered just how much of your retirement savings actually belongs to you and how much goes to Uncle Sam? In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker delve into the all-important topic of taxes in retirement. They break down the “tax avalanche” that could threaten your hard-earned savings and explain how a strategic plan can help …

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Are You Taking Too Much Risk with Your Retirement? (Ep. 13) 27:56

7M ago27:56

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Are you aiming to be rich in retirement or simply ensuring you won’t be poor? In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker tackle the pivotal question: Should your retirement plan chase risk for potential riches or focus on security to avoid poverty? They explore common financial myths that could jeopardize your retirement, especially if … Read …

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Building a Reliable Retirement Income Stream (Ep. 12) 32:20

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Is your retirement nest egg going to last as long as you will? In this episode, Ryan and Tyson Thacker delve into America’s retirement crisis, equipping you with the knowledge to safeguard your financial future. Learn vital lessons from their family farm about the importance of preserving your income sources, such as Social Security and … Read More…

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Episode 214: Episode 214: Deanna Belos of Sincere Engineer on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:33:19

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Episode 214: Deanna Belos of Sincere Engineer talks to us about Suburban Chicago, Toby And Red Scare Industries, Jughead Uses Deanna's Time to Reminisce about High School Theater, Experimentation and Giving Your Audience What They Didn't Know They Wanted, Moving Producers from Matt Jordon to Mike Sapone, Simplicity, Humility, & Being Genuine, Self …

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Episode 213: Episode 213: Andrew Reich - Redd Kross Documentarian (Screenwriter and Emmy Award winner for tv show FRIENDS) on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:25:59

8M ago1:25:59

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Andrew Reich is a producer and screenwriter and now documentarian of Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story. On this episode we talk about New Jersey Influence: WFMU and Adrenalin O.D., Contrarianism in Music/Crossing Genres, Becoming a Comedy Writer for the tv show Friends and its path to becoming a documentarian for Redd Kross, Fair Use and Collecti…

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Building a Strong Retirement Foundation with the B.O.S.S. Retirement Blueprint (Ep. 11) 27:20

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What lessons can a mudslide teach us about retirement planning? In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker share a powerful metaphor of water wreaking havoc, drawing from a personal story about the impact a mudslide had on their family cabin to draw parallels to the unexpected challenges faced in retirement planning. Discover how their … Read …

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Episode 212: Episode 212: Thomas Thacker of GOB and Sum 41 on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:38:13

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Episode 212: Thomas Thacker of Sum 41 and GOB on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests talks to Jughead about: Screeching Weasel, the Mystery & Reality of the Band, GOB Eclectic in a Good ay, Piano in Sum 41, Drumming for McRackins , Relationships with Theo & Friends as Ice Breakers, Balancing GOB & Sum 41, Masculinity - Femininity - and Self Destructio…

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Episode 211: Episode 211: Lynda Kicks of Pale Lips, Dirty Cheetah, and Taxi Girls (Montreal) on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:15:37

8M ago1:15:37

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Episode 211: Lynda Kicks of Pale Lips, Dirty Cheetah, and Taxi Girls (Montreal) on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests talks to us about: Marriage Talk, Kicks Pseudonym and her Briefs Brother Stevie Kicks, Always Having Wanted To Start A Girl Band, Jugheads Gets a Lesson in Roller Derby from Lynda, From Roller Derby Back to Punk Rock, Pale Lips, Dirty…

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Understanding Risk in Your Retirement Blueprint (Ep. 10) 28:07

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Ever wonder how much more money you’d have if you could rewind your top financial mistakes? Where there’s smoke, there’s often fire – crucial lessons in managing risk. In this episode, Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker tackle the often-overlooked topic of managing risk in retirement planning. With an election upon us and fluctuating markets creating ……

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Episode 210: Episode 210: Tobias Jeg of Red Scare Industries on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:13:46

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Episode 210: Tobias Jeg of Red Scare Industries talks to us about: Is Red Scare Solvent, Punk Rock Postal Workers, On Being a Booking Agent and Negotiating Fees, "My Job is Dealing with Liars," This is not a Soccer Podcast, Fat Wreck Chords and Red Scare Crossover, Is Signing Bands Truly Dumb Luck, Lillingtons Talk, being Part of the Creative Proce…

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Episode 209: Episode 209: Dan Panic of Screeching Weasel, Riverdales, Beulah and more on Catching Up with Friends 1:29:15

9M ago1:29:15

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What a treat to talk to my old friend Dan Sullivan (DAN PANIC). We talk Screeching Weasel, Beulah, Cartoons and its affect on us as people and musicians, our diverse musical influences, plus just a whole hell of a lot of fun. I walked away from this one feeling good. It was very heartwarming to chat with him after so long. LINK TO PATREON FOR JUGHE…

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Financial Lessons from a Retirement Income Expert: Tom Hegna (Ep. 9) 23:14

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Are you making the most of your wealth opportunities, or are common financial myths holding you back? In this episode, Tyson and Ryan Thacker chat with Tom Hegna, a renowned economist and bestselling author, to explore why the way we think about wealth might be all wrong. Together, they unravel surprising truths about building financial … Read More…

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Episode 208: Episode 208: John Jughead on The Power Chord Hour 1:37:12

9M ago1:37:12

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Episode 208: John Jughead. Anthony Merchant from the Power Chord Hour is one of my favorite interviewers. He has had me on a few times. Here is his podcast of our interview presented to you in full. We talk about such things as the new band Semi-Famous, How to run a podcast, interview styles and how to get better, Screeching Weasel, plus much more.…

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Efficient Retirement Tax Planning with Jeremy Green (Ep. 8) 31:45

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Are you ready to simplify the complexities of high-net-worth tax planning and maximize your retirement savings? Today, we unveil key strategies with our expert guest, Jeremy Green. In this Retirement Solutions The Podcast episode, Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker are joined by Jeremy Green, a highly experienced advisor specializing in high net worth …

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Episode 207: Episode 207: Kyle Kinane on Catching Up with Friends 54:59

9M ago54:59

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Kyle Kinane has been on the show a few times, and it is always enjoyable. He is a very smart funny man who also partakes in and enjoys the music of punk. His style is influenced by the Chicago Punk Movement. We talk about Japan, Our aversion to Pranks, Travel, Aging as a Comedian, and coming off Hiatus, plus more of course! Kyle Kinane's Website Jo…

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Episode 206: Episode 206: Maria Surfinbird from bands Sex Dream and Gigillas on Catching Up With Friends 56:39

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Episode 206: Maria Surfinbird on Catching Up with Friends. Maria and I are in a band together called Mitochondriacs. She is always fun to talk to. I am sure you will enjoy this conversation. And afterwards go search out her music at these locations: https://sexxdream.bandcamp.com/ https://gigillas.bandcamp.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@mariasurfinb…

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The Truth About Reverse Mortgages with Chad Peck (Ep. 7) 36:23

10M ago36:23

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Did you know that nearly 70% of retirees’ net worth is tied up in their home equity? Yet many never consider leveraging it to secure a worry-free retirement. This week on Retirement Solutions The Podcast, Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker are joined by Chad Peck, owner of Reverse Freedom Mortgage, who brings over 20 years … Read More Read More…

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Episode 205: Episode 205: Effigies with Steve and Paul on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:10:07

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Episode 205: Steve Economou and Paul Zamost of The Effigies talks to us about Chicago & Steve Albini, Formation of The Effigies & The Brooding John Kezdy, Chicago Clubs: Exit, Neo, and Oz, Side Projects Between Effigies and Effigies, Studio and Influence Talk, Time Runs Out, The New Record Burned and Its Recording, Unfinished Business, and The Loss…

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Optimizing Your Social Security With Dave Whitworth (Ep. 6) 29:48

10M ago29:48

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Curious about how timing your Social Security could maximize your benefits? Join Tyson and Ryan Thacker from B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions as they welcome their long-time friend and Investment Advisor Representative, Dave Whitworth, to break down the complexities of Social Security. Together, they cover crucial topics such as how to decide the best…

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Episode 204: Episode 204: Dan Vapid of Sludgeworth and The Cheats on Catching Up With Friends 1:14:10

10M ago1:14:10

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204: Dan Vapid of Sludgeworth and The Cheats has been my friend since the late 80s. We have been through a lot together and apart. And it was nice to chat with him about Sludgeworth, The Cheats, What's up next, The Postal Service and the status of mail, and the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Sludgeworth at Red Scare Jughead's Basement Patreon…

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Episode 203: Episode 203: B.A. of Sloppy Seconds on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:13:51

11M ago1:13:51

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Episode 203: B.A. of Sloppy Seconds talks to us about wearing band shirts, early rock influences including KISS and Queen, road to punk, Sloppy Seconds' strange song writing process, the affect of tv on our punk scene, using sound clips, pros and cons of maturing musically, I wanna and Don't wanna be a homosexual, working with Paul Mahern, band as …

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Episode 202: Episode 202: Glen Herman of Impulse Manslaughter on Catching Up With Friends 1:15:14

11M ago1:15:14

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Glen Herman was an important part of Screeching Weasels introduction into the world of Chicago punk friendships. And on this podcast we talk about such things as Chicago Music Venues and the band Articles of Faith, Being the Band Nazi, MRR and its reach, Russ Forster and Underdog Records. Wakthrufyre Records, Durty Nellies - Punk in the Suburbs, pl…

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Unpacking The B.O.S.S. Retirement Scorecard Part 2 (Ep. 5) 29:49

11M ago29:49

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Many people believe that saving a million dollars is the golden ticket to a perfect retirement. However, without a comprehensive plan, that million can quickly diminish. Let’s break down why. Join Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker as they continue their breakdown of the B.O.S.S. Retirement Scorecard. Follow along to learn how to assess essential retir…

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Episode 201: Episode 201: Blag Dahlia Part II of Dwarves, Introducing Ralph Champagne, and Author on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:04:49

11M ago1:04:49

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Episode 201: Featuring Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves, Author and Singer of Introducing Ralph Champagne talks to us about Sleep & Gluttony, Introducing Ralph Champagne, Self And External Criticism And Editing, Working with Mad Mark Rude & Blag's First Novel, Holding Music Copyrights, Nina & Highland Falls, Blag's New Upcoming Podcast, Patron Questions …

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Episode 200: Episode 200: Mass Giorgini - Producer, Musician, Academic on Catching Up With Friends 1:23:30

11M ago1:23:30

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Mass Giorgini is a Producer, Mixing & Mastering Engineer, Musician from bands such as Squirtgun, Screeching Weasel, and Common Rider. Jughead and Mass have been friends since the late 80s. That's a long time. And their catchups are always sprawling, referential, and we believe fun and interesting. Give it a listen.…

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Unpacking The B.O.S.S. Retirement Scorecard Part 1 (Ep. 4) 30:29

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The years leading up to retirement are filled with excitement and angst. But for many, that can change once you actually step into retirement. Join Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker as they dive into the often overlooked mental hurdles people face when transitioning into retirement. Drawing from personal family experiences and their extensive professi…

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Episode 199: Episode 199: Shawna Potter of War On Women on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:14:24

12M ago1:14:24

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Episode 199: Shawna Potter of War on Women talks to Jughead's Basement about Current Activity and Quietly Working, Valuing Art, Anti Harassment Activism and Working on Movies and Theater, Classic Punks Dig Shawna's Band, Fair Verona to Meeting Brooks, Line Up Talk, Relationship with Bridge Nine, Anger is an Emotion, On Being Outspoken and its Impli…

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Episode 198: Episode 198: Larry Livermore on Catching Up With Friends 1:10:13

12M ago1:10:13

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Larry Livermore is a Novelist, Essayist, Record Producer, Musician and founder of Lookout! Records. He is my friend and we talk about a lot of stuff in this free form episode. If you enjoy thoughtful conversation this will be up your alley. https://www.jugheadsbasementpodcast.com/ https://larrylivermore.com/ https://www.patreon.com/jugheadsbasement…

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Unpacking Common Retirement Challenges (Ep. 3) 25:11

12M ago25:11

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Did you know that the average retired couple could end up paying hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxes on their retirement savings? Join Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker, as they introduce us to Bob and Carol—representative avatars of the thousands of families they’ve helped navigate retirement through their B.O.S.S. Retirement Blueprint. Gain in…

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Episode 197: Episode 197: Steve Albini's Life Celebration Reissue of Big Black's Episode 1:47:49

12M ago1:47:49

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Steve Albini's Life Celebration Reissue of The Big Black Episode from October 2014. Interviews with Steve Albini, Santiago Durango, Jeff Pezzati, Camilo Gonzalez, Jim DeRogatis, and Russ Forster. July 22nd is the date of Steve Albini's Birthday. I never do rebroadcasts of past episodes but I was informed of the idea for a life celebration of Steve …

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Episode 196: Episode 196: Eddie Pignataro of The Kobanes, Noodle Brain, and The Mitochondriacs on Catching Up With Friends 1:03:47

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Episode 196: Eddie Pignataro of The Kobanes, Noodle Brain, and The Mitochondriacs on Catching Up With Friends The Kobanes Noodle Brain The Mitochondriacs

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The B.O.S.S. Retirement Blueprint Explained (Ep. 2) 26:14

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Want to improve your knowledge of retirement planning without feeling overwhelmed? Welcome to episode two of Retirement Solutions The Podcast! Join Tyson and Ryan Thacker this week as they dive deeper into the intricacies of the Boss Retirement Blueprint, why they created it, and how their one-page solution aimed at simplifying retirement planning …

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The Retirement Solutions Blueprint with Ryan Thacker and Tyson Thacker (Ep. 1) 27:47

1y ago27:47

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Welcome to Retirement Solutions – The Podcast, your new go-to source for all things retirement, hosted by Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker! Listen as Tyson and Ryan kick-off, the Retirement Solutions podcast by sharing a little bit about who they are and their journey from making costly investment mistakes to becoming trusted advisors for thousands ……

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Episode 195: Episode 195: Blag Dahlia of The Dwarves on LoFi Interviews with HiFi Guests 1:10:26

1y ago1:10:26

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Hello and Welcome to Jughead’s Basement Episode 195 Sub Category LoFi Interviews with HiFi guests. This week with Blag Dahlia from The Dwarves. In this episode we talk about such things as Dwarves and Screeching Weasel overlap or lack of overlap in the Chicago Suburbs, Discovering the Cramps and the Ramones and all the music before and after, Self …

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Retirement Solutions – The Podcast Coming Soon! 0:33

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Welcome to Retirement Solutions – The Podcast, with Tyson Thacker and Ryan Thacker, where precision meets purpose. This B.O.S.S. podcast is committed to “Building the Optimal System of Security.” Learn how you could craft the ideal retirement blueprint that surpasses mere wealth accumulation. Explore the nuances of retirement planning with expert i…