Indie Basketball: The Podcast

PlaylistMakers: Songs With A Name In It (with Wild Pink, Chris Deville, and Ovven)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:53:45 -0400

PlaylistMakers is back! The fantasy draft style game where we collaboratively make a playlist on the fly. And to do so, I am please to have John Ross of Wild Pink (new album out August 21), Owen Burton of Ovven (new album already out), and writer Chris DeVille of Stereogum (Such Great Heights out now).

And together we drafted a playlist of songs with names in it.

Check out the playlist here: Apple Music | Spotify

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Jaylen Brown is a Sixer (with Hurry)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Matt Scottoline of the Philly band Hurry and Everyone Everywhere is with me to dig into the Jaylen Brown trade, NBA private equity, Beach Boys, and of course, he tries out his Build-a-Band.

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Naz Reid Forever (with ill peach)

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Pat (and a brief statement from Schuey) of ill peach joined me to talk about what its like producing music with so many different artists, talking Timberwolves and allllllll the offseason moves happening so far. Lots to cover!

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Zack James (Dari Bay / Robber Robber)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:30:00 -0400

Zack James, very talented drummer of many many projects, joins me to talk about his love of the Spurs, the NBA Finals, and he has an elite Build-a-Band for ball knowers only.

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NBA Draft Preview with Josh Kolenik

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Threepeat! Josh of Small Black returns for another NBA Draft preview, in what seems to be a VERY deep class. Josh's list may surprise a lot of you! We also had to talk about the aftermath of the NBA finals.

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100th Episode with Guy Picciotto (Fugazi / Rites of Spring)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:30:00 -0400

Can't believe we made it to 100 and as a special treat, I'm delighted to talk with legendary punk figure Guy Picciotto. He's a big Wizards fan tells some stories about basketball, Fugazi, and of course the iconic basketball hoop photo from the Fugazi show in Philly in 1988.

Thank you all so much for being here and supporting the podcast!

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That's NBA Playoffs, Baby! (with Devlin & The Harm)

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Indie-folk musician Devlin & The Harm has a new album and is here to dive deep on Spurs/Thunder and the Knicks/Cavs series as we go full on playoff mode.

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Raptors Heartbreak (with Chris Cresswell of The Flatliners)

Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

I'm joined by Chris Cresswell, frontman of The Flatliners and member of Hot Water Music, to mourn the Raptors loss. We talk about being a Toronto basketball fan, expansion, the evolution of punk rock, and he gives his take on Build-a-Band.

'Cold World' by The Flatliners is out May 8th.

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The Head and the Heart

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Our guests this week are Kenny and Jon from indie folk band The Head and The Heart. They are celebrating the 15th anniversary of their seminal self-titled album, and are also into the Lakers and Warriors respectively. So we're talking fandom, playoffs, and give them a shot Musician Matchups.

NOTE: Some recording hiccups early on but get resolved quickly!

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Saddle Creek Stories & Omaha Hoops (with Stephen Pedersen of Criteria)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:35:52 -0400

Longtime Omaha native Stephen Pedersen of Criteria (formerly Cursive / White Octave) joins me to recall his childhood of basketball, talk about his love of playing the sport, early days of Saddle Creek records, and the new Criteria album due out May 22nd. We also tried a new segment of "Band Name or NBA Player" with... mixed results.

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Midwest Emo, Lone Star Sports (with Football Etc.)

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:12:22 -0400

Lindsay and Mercy from Football Etc. talk all things sports from Rockets and Spurs to womens soccer. They also discuss their re-release of their debut album The Draft and new projects they're working on. And a Build-a-Band like you wouldn't believe.

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Topshelf Records Knows Ball (with Kevin Duquette)

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:30:00 -0400

Topshelf Records is celebrating their 20th anniversary so founder Kevin Duquette joined me to talk about their history, compare some Topshelf artists to NBA players. Plus we talk Celtics, MVP, and more.

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Philly Sports Hot Takes (with Dan "Soupy" Campbell)

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:30:00 -0500

Dan Campbell from The Wonder Years gets on the podcast to get into all things Philly sports, Sixers, training for their upcoming tour. I also share a few songs that I'm really digging right now.

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Embracing The Tank (with Ritt Momney)

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:30:00 -0500

Our first Utah Jazz fan brings out Jack Rutter, also known as Ritt Momney, to talk about his newest album BASE, giving his music a proper NBA rebuild, and his pure passion for tanking and loving a bad team.

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All-Star Ratboys (with Julia Steiner)

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 06:30:00 -0500

We finally get friend of the pod Julia from Ratboys on to talk about their killer new album Singin' to an Empty Chair, favorite karaoke songs, Louisville basketball, Bulls, and more.

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The Indie Rock Trade Deadline (with Remember Sports)

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

NBA TRADE DEADLINE APPROACHES! Had Catherine and Julian of Remember Sports on the podcast during a busy NBA news day. We talked about the trade news, their new album "The Refrigerator", Sixers, Celtics, Bulls galore.

We also take in community suggestions for indie rock trade proposals.

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Be Well Like Sprewell (with Ben Walsh of Tigers Jaw)

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:45:59 -0500

Ben from Tigers Jaw is my guest this week, ready for a new TJ album and talking about being both a Knicks and Sixers fan growing up in PA, the early 2000's Knicks, and he does a KILLER Build-a-Band.

Their album Lost On You is due out March 27th on Hopeless Records.

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Pistons Fly Together (with PONY)

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Sam and Matty of indie pop band PONY make their triumphant return to the podcast. This time the Pistons are on top and they have a brand new album.

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Bayonet Records Knows Ball

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:30:00 -0500

This week brings Katie Garcia and Evan Welsh, some top folks at Bayonet Records to tell us about their label and gives us an NBA comp for some of their artists. Plus we talk about their teams, the Heat and Knicks, and break down Trae Young trade, Ja rumors and more.

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New York, New York (with Harrison Lipton)

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:20:04 -0500

We're double dipping for the New Yorkers out there. Harrison Lipton joins me to share his experience performing at MSG for the Knicks halftime, we both share some New York musicians you should know. On the NBA side we recap the Knicks post-NBA cup slump, Jokic injury, and more.

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Indie Breakouts & NBA Shakeouts

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:18:51 -0500

This weeks episode brings guest host Zack Venero to share our 2026 band breakouts and anticipated album predictions. And on the flip side, we take on the current breakouts of the NBA season. Plus, the NBA Cup, Spurs, Christmas Day NBA games and more.

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2025 Albums of the Year / The Dominance of the OKC Thunder (with Tommy Manson)

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:29:00 -0500

Welcome to the all new Indie Basketball Podcast!

Tommy Manson (Everyone Everywhere) joins me to go over our Top 5 Albums of the year, which coincides perfectly with the full Indie Basketball list dropping at indiebasketball.com. We switch gears to the NBA. Who is in the NBA MVP conversation? Are the Thunder the greatest team ever? Could the Clippers get any lower after the CP3 debacle?

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Sammy Siegler (Rival Schools)

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:30:00 -0500

It's been a minute but we are finally back and I am joined by legendary hardcore drummer Sammy Siegler, known for his bands Rival Schools, Youth of Today, Judge and many many more. We talk about New York Basketball, Knicks and otherwise, and talk about what it's like playing in as many bands as he does. He also takes his shot at a Build-a-Band.

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Whitney

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Very excited to have Julien Ehrlich, singer/drummer/songwriter of Whitney, a ball knower with allegiance to the Blazers via Chicago. We talk about the new Whitney album, the Kawhi Leonard / Clippers saga, Blazers 2026 outlook and more.

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Hand Habits

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Stoked to have Meg Duffy, better known as Hand Habits, on the podcast. They are not the biggest hoops fan, but it was great to talk with them about the sport, the WNBA, and how this might be the year that they get into the NBA. Plus, they have a great new album and we pull an NBA Tarot.

NOTE: A little correction, Andre Jackson Jr. is on the Bucks and not the Timberwolves.

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Sports (OK)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Had the pleasure of talking with Cale from the Oklahoma band Sports, and we bask in the afterglow of the Thunder championship and makes a try at his version of Build-a-Band.

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Runnner

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Former Half Court Session alum and Lakers fan Noah Weinman, better known as Runnner, is here to talk hoops, his Achilles injury, what he's been listening to, and his new album due out 8/29. And of course, he gives us his take on Build-a-Band.

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81355

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Indiana alternative hip-hop trio 81355 (bless) are on the podcast mourning this Pacers Finals loss, looking back on their childhood fandom, talking about their influences and new album due out July 11th. Plus, they created an insane one on Build-a-Band.

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NBA Draft Special: Josh Kolenik (Small Black)

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Josh from Small Black has returned as our NBA Draft specialist, as we break down and recap the 2025 draft.

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Kevin Devine

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 06:30:00 -0400

At long last! The amazing Kevin Devine joins me for a Knicks conversation, growing up in Brooklyn, writing politically-driven music, and he takes his own shot at Build-a-Band!

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Husbands

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:30:00 -0400

Danny of indie pop and surf rock band Husbands is on the podcast at the perfect time, because his Oklahoma City Thunder are neck and neck in the NBA Finals. We have a great time talking about what it's like for basketball in OKC, we break down the current Thunder team, plus he pulls an NBA Tarot and we do a OKC Musician Matchup.

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JR JR

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:16:56 -0400

Long time Pistons fans, indie pop musicians, and general Detroiters JR JR are on the podcast in celebration of their latest album Back to the Land. We dive into what it means to have musical "influences", the hayday of the pistons, their current run, and a quick Build-a-Band session.

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TOLEDO

Mon, 26 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Joining my is Daniel Alvarez of New York-based indie rock band TOLEDO to talk about this Knicks/Pacers series, discovering basketball, why he's done with writing EPs, and some of his New York music favorites. Plus, we try something new and puill an NBA Tarot Card reading, along with Dan building his very own Build-a-Band.

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Riley Breckenridge (Thrice)

Mon, 12 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Super stoked to have Riley Breckendridge, drummer of Thrice, to talk about what music he's been loving lately, baseball, Lakers, and more. He also gives a go at Musician Matchup: Lakers Edition.

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Erik Czaja (Pet Symmetry / Dowsing)

Mon, 05 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

I'm joined by my dear friend Erik from Pet Symmetry, Dowsing, and numerous other Chicago bands to talk about the new Pet Sym album, his beloved New York Knicks, the NBA Playoffs, and of course he gives us a solid Build-A-Band.

Check out the new Pet Symmetry album BIG out now.

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Geoffrey Cox (Fotoform)

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Geoffrey Cox of Seattle-based shoegaze band Fotoform joins me to formally mourn the Sonics and talk about his new album Grief is a Garden, Forever in Bloom.

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Model/Actriz & sh4dows

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:15:02 -0400

This episode I'm joined by not one, but two artists-- Aaron from Model/Actriz and Matt from sh4dows. They are a couple Sixers fans and are here to commiserate on the Philly misfortunes of this season. And as always, we have them do a little Build-a-Band. Check out the new Model/Actriz album due out May 2nd.

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Steve Sladkowski (PUP)

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

It's been a long time coming, but FINALLY we have Steve Sladkowksi, guitarist of PUP, on the podcast to deep dive on Raptors and their new album Who Will Look After The Dogs? due out May 2nd.

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John Barrett (Bass Drum of Death)

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Back for the first episode of 2025 alongside John Barrett of noisy band Bass Drum of Death to indulge in the discussions of the wild flurry of NBA trades including Luka Doncic, basketball in Mississippi, and the Memphis Grizzlies.

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SNACKTIME

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

The final episode of 2024 brings a few members of the Philly multi-hyphenate band SNACKTIME to talk about their experience being quickly hoisted by the city of Philadelphia as a musical ambassador, playing halftime for the 76ers, and they give some of their 2024 favorite albums.

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Ian Karmel

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500

A very special episode, we have comedian Ian Karmel (T-Shirt Swim Club, All Fantasy Everything) on being a big time Blazers fan (if not the biggest), giving his Starting 5 of 2024 Albums, and we go back and forth for a few rounds of Musician Matchups.

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Luke Garro (Piebald)

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

With me today is Luke Garro, drummer for beloved emo band Piebald. Luke and I chatted about the Best Friends Forever Festival, Celtics, UCONN (his true love), and then it's his turn for Build-a-Band.

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Clayton Stevens (Touché Amoré)

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Honored to have Clayton Stevens, guitarist of Touché Amoré, on the podcast to talk about being a Clippers fan and how he feels with the team this year despite the injuries. He also creates a great band out of NBA players in Build-a-Band.

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Keith Latinen (Empire! Empire! I Was a Lonely Estate)

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Keith Latinen (Empire! Empire! I Was A Lonely Estate / Mt. Oriander / Count Your Lucky Stars co-founder) has joined by to nerd out about all things Detroit sports, but more specifically the Pistons. Hear how he started Count Your Lucky Stars and what his lifelong dedication to the Pistons means to him, and that includes giving his all at a Musician Matchups: Detroit Pistons Edition.

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Andrew Becker (Human Potential)

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

I'm back with Andrew Becker, also known as Human Potential. We're doing a mini season preview for the Sixers and talk about his new solo album out November 15th. Andrew also takes his shot at Build-a-Band, maybe our largest band yet.

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PlaylistMakers: Songs From a Debut Album (Shoshin Boy, Matt Mitchell, Field Medic)

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another edition of PlaylistMakers: a new Indie Basketball Podcast episode where a group of folks collaboratively make a playlist together, fantasy draft style. I am joined by Royce Wilmot (Shoshin Boy on TikTok), Matt Mitchell (Paste Magazine), and Kevin Patrick Sullivan (Field Medic) to draft a playlist of songs from a debut album.

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Rick Maguire (Pile)

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Rick Maguire of the indie rock band Pile joins me to talk about the Celtics championship and the joys of pickup hoops at the Y. We also do a game of Musician Matchups!

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Nik Ewing (Local Natives / Chewing)

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Returning guest Nik Ewing of Local Natives joins the podcast to discuss his new album for his solo project for Chewing, Olympic basketball, Clippers season preview, and dive in for another Build-A-Band.

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Bloomsday

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Iris Gunnison of the New York band Bloomsday is here to talk about their recent album Heart of the Artichoke and get into their history with basketball, including some NBA 2K and growing up a New Jersey Nets fan. Plus, they do their version of Build-a-Band.

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Joey Vannucchi (From Indian Lakes)

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Joey Vannucchi is here talking about the newest From Indian Lakes album and to get into how much of a hoop head and Warriors fan he really is. He also provides his take on Build-a-Band.

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Nick Thorburn (Islands)

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

We have our very first returning guest on the podcast in Nick Thorburn of the band Islands and formerly The Unicorns. He's back to talk about a new Islands album and what makes it different than previous ones. We also talked playoffs, Raptors, offseason, NBA trading cards, and having previously done Build-a-Band, it's his turn to do Musician Matchups with some Raptors legends.

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Jonah Matranga

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Stoked to have on the legendary Jonah Matranga (Far, Onelinedrawing, New End Original) to celebrate his Celtics winning an NBA Championship. I make him defend his case on the Celtics road to a title, talk about growing up in Boston, and he makes a few artist recommendations. Plus, he has a fun version of Build-a-Band in line for us.

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Tyler Jordan (Good Looks)

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Tyler Jordan is the singer and guitarist of Austin-based band Good Looks and he came on this weeks episode to give us some details on their new (fantastic) record Lived Here For a While, while also sharing his deep-rooted Houston Rockets fandom. Together we solve some Rockets related Musician Matchups.

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STRFKR

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400

The dudes of STRFKR dropped in the pod to talk about the Trailblazers, their new album, and they do a fun little round of Build-a-Band. You can check out their album Parallel Realms out now.

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Mom Jeans

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:25:00 -0400

Sammy from Mom Jeans and Just Friends shares stories on stories of how basketball has been a part of his life, rooting for the Warriors, not rooting for the Celtics, and he also crates some wild scenarios in Build-a-Band.

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Divine Sweater

Fri, 31 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

I am joined by Sean and Alex of the Boston-turned-Brooklyn band Divine Sweater. As huge Celtics fans, it is the perfect time to talk about the Celtics playoff run with them, along with a peek at some new music from them. Plus, they go ham on Musician Matchup: Celtics Edition with one of the most detailed and accurate pairings I have heard to date.

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Blvck Hippie

Fri, 24 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Josh from Blvck Hippie is on the pod to share the story behind their new album Basketball Camp, due out June 14th. We also geek out about everything basketball, from playing it in high school, to their love of the Grizzlies (and LeBron), to getting into the latest NBA playoff matchups. They also take their shot at a Grizzlies focused MUSICIAN MATCHUP to some incredible results.

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Young Jesus

Fri, 10 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

John Rossiter of Young Jesus joins me to talk about their new album on Saddle Creek out May 24th, and we get deep into some thought provoking NBA theories and the state of the game today. Plus, he does a little Build-a-Band with some past Bulls players.

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Bothering the Band's Abby & Ryan

Fri, 03 May 2024 09:37:53 -0400

A podcast crossover episode! Talking with the duo from Bothering the Band, and they give their Starting 5 of Bands you should know. Plus we get into the Orlando Magic and their playoff outlooks, along with a lot of off-topic runs.

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Jersey Dan

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Jersey Dan joins the podcast this week, a man with roots in Philly with stories on stories that hit both sides of the Indie Basketball coin. He gives his Starting 5 of Philly Bands to Know, as well as his take on Build-A-Band.

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Ben Hendricks (Annabel)

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 08:48:55 -0400

Midwest emo band Annabel is back and putting out a new album, and Ben is joining the podcast to talk about it along with a lot of Cleveland Cavaliers discussion. We also break down what to expect for the NBA Playoffs (note: we recorded before the Play-In Tournament started). He also takes his try at Musician Matchups: Cavs Edition.

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Mark Rose (Spitalfield)

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

We're feeling our feelings but trying to remain optimistic about the Bulls with Mark Rose of Chicago band Spitalfield. Plus, he talks about his custom song provider Downwrite and tries his hand at Build-a-Band.

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Hovvdy

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Will and Charlie of the Texas band Hovvdy join the podcast to talk about their new self-titled album coming out April 26th. We also dive into some of the nostalgia of childhood basketball, growing up with the NBA, and we talk about the current state of the Dallas Mavs. Plus, we collectively take a shot of Musician Matchups: Mavs Edition.

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Joseph Therriault (Gulfer)

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Joseph Therriault from Gulfer talks about what it's like to be both a neuroscientist and musician, being a Bucks fan in Canada, the Doc Rivers saga, and he takes his shot at building a band of NBA players. Gulfer has a new album called "Third Wind" due out on February 28th on Topshelf Records.

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Dave Hartley (The War on Drugs)

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Dave Hartley from The War On Drugs joins the podcast to talk about the delightfulness of ABBA, the sillyness of the Dunk Contest, and greatness of Sixers basketball. Plus, he gives his go at a round of Musician Matchup: Sixers Edition.

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Tom McGreevy (Ducks Ltd.)

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Tom of Ducks Ltd. came on to talk about their new album "Harm's Way" which drops Feb 9th, as well as geek out about Raptors, Wizards, Rockets (oh my). He also does a little hybrid Musician Matchup of Wizards/Raptors players.

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Free Range

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

I'm joined by some more Chicago folks to talk Bulls as Sofia and Andy of Free Range join the podcast. We take about their busy 2023, upcoming album, formative Bulls memories, and we play GM a little bit. They also take a shot at Build-A-Band with a twangy twist.

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Ryland Heagy (Origami Angel)

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

Ryland of Origami Angel joins me and gets passionate about the Sixers, basketball, talks faves of 2023, and comes up with his own Sixers themes Musician Matchup.

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PONY (Sam & Matty)

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

I'm joined by Sam and Matty from the Toronto based band PONY. They share the influences that led to their album "Velveteen", diving into basketball fandom, the Pistons losing streak, and more. They also both try their hand at BUILD-A-BAND, with two very different results.

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Hotline TNT

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500

To kick off the first episode of the new year, I'm joined by some dudes who put our one of the raddest albums of 2023, Will and Mike from Hotline TNT. We talk about their new album, the delightful drama of the NBA, Timberwolves, Celtics, and a mixed-bag edition of Musician Matchups. Make you sure check out Hotline TNT on tour starting January 2024 and listen to their latest album "Cartwheel".

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PlaylistMakers: Album Openers (Dan Ozzi, Ian Cohen, Josh Terry)

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to PlaylistMakers: a new Indie Basketball Podcast episode where a group of folks collaboratively make a playlist together, fantasy draft style. I am joined by Dan Ozzi, Ian Cohen, and Josh Terry to collectively create a playlist of Album Openers / Track 1's.

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Petey

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Musician and TikTok dude Petey joins the podcast to talk about his new album USA, his range of influences, why he hates the Lakers, and he gives his take on Build-a-Band.

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Adam T. Siska (The Academy Is... / Footballhead)

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This episode was a great conversation full of nostalgia for the 2000's Chicago emo scene, lots of Bulls talk, we even played a game of HoopGrids. Adam was the bassist for The Academy Is..., touring bassist for numerous band, and as of late, helping guide new project Footballhead.

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Charlie Brand (Miniature Tigers)

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Charlie Brand of Miniature Tigers joins the podcast to talk about their latest album, relive the glory of 90's NBA, and play a rather interesting version of Musician Matchup: Suns Edition.

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Ryan Fox (The Good Life)

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400

Had on Ryan Fox of The Good Life and The '89 Cubs to talk about vent about the Damian Lillard situation and talk Portland Trailblazers. Plus we're back with Musician Matchups!

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John Vanderslice

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We have longtime indie musicmaker John Vanderslice on the podcast as we cover off on the everchanging style of music, basketball fandom etiquette, and we even take a stab at a basketball Immaculate Grid. He also puts his twist on Build-a-Band by ranking his top 3 NBA players with musical talent.

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Deeper (Shiraz Bhatti & Kevin Fairbairn)

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Been blessed to be joined by some fellow Bulls fans lately, and this time it's with half of the band Deeper to talk the Chicago music scene, 90s Bulls memories, Shiraz explains Rez Ball, and you guessed it, we're doing Musician Matchups with Bulls players!

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Cusp (Jen Bender & Gaelen Bates)

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

I'm joined by Jen and Gaelen of the Chicago band Cusp, who just put out a fantastic new album this year. Hear us talk about some great new bands, lots of Chicago Bulls talk, NBA draft, playoffs, and they give us a wild version of Build-a-Band.

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Ellis Ludwig-Leone (San Fermin)

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 11:07:00 -0400

I am joined by Ellis Ludwig-Leone, composer and member of the band San Fermin. We talk about his new album "False We Hope", as well as get into his years playing competitive basketball, falling out of love with the Boston Celtics, and his evolving fandom of the NBA. We also takes a stab a Build-a-Band, creating a band out of NBA players.

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Sergie Loobkoff (Samiam)

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400

We're back with a 1-on-1 with Sergie Loobkoff of Samiam and Knapsack. Sergie tries to play it cool on his Warriors fandom but knew much more than he let on. So talk the new Samiam record, the 90's scene, Baron Davis, and Warriors playoff outlook. Plus, yessir, that's a Musicians Matchup: Warriors Edition!

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Fantasy Draft: NBA Fits

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Draft day is upon us! Today we are joined by JE Skeets (No Dunks), Katie Heindl (Basketball Feelings), and Jamel Johnson (Air Buds) to drunk the best and worst NBA fits! Which styles are taking the fashion crown?

Make sure you head to Twitter to cast your vote for your favorite selections.

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Chris McCaughan (The Lawrence Arms)

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

I finally get to talk Bulls with someone! Chris McCaughan of the Lawrence Arms / Sundowner is on to talk about recent music faves, growing up with the Bulls, the teams past and present, and at long last, a Bulls edition of Musician Matchups.

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Ellen Kempner (Palehound)

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Ellen Kempner of Brooklyn-based band Palehound joins us to talk about her longtime Knicks fandom, some new music on the horizon, and a Knicks-centric version of Musician Matchups.

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Chris Porterfield (Field Report)

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

We're doing an iso 1-on-1 conversation with Chris Porterfield, better known as Field Report. Chris is a Bucks superfan so we're talking all things Bucks, Giannis, and Milwaukee. We also give ourselves a go at Musician Matchups: Bucks Edition.

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Devin McKnight (Maneka)

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Devin, known from his band Maneka, is here to discuss a smattering of things ranging from 2022 favorites, to Wizards misery, to mental health in basketball (and music). Plus, he takes a stab at his very own Build-A-Band and makes a connection that truly warms my heart.

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Allen Tate (San Fermin)

Sun, 13 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500

After a little downtime, we return with a 1-on-1 conversation with Allen Tate of San Fermin and Better Company Records to talk about growing up playing competitive basketball, the new San Fermin album, and the side effects of being a Knicks fan along with a game of Musician Matchups: Knicks Edition.

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Fantasy Draft: Cover Songs

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400

The Drafts are back, and despite a battle with a cough, we drafted covers! I was delighted to be joined by Abbie Gobeli (Sub Pop, KEXP), Ryan Silva AKA Plato III, and Tom Mullen (Washed Up Emo). We have 5 rounds of excellent covers that are all over the place, and for your convenience, has been turned into a little Spotify playlist (in order of draft selection): https://spoti.fi/3d301mt

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Bo Koster (My Morning Jacket)

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We are joined by an Indie Basketball Hall of Famer! Bo Koster (My Morning Jacket) joins to talk Cavs, LeBron, George Harrison, and play yet another rendition of Musician Matchups: Cavs Edition.

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Josh Berwanger (The Anniversary)

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 06:00:00 -0400

This episode brings in Josh Berwanger (The Anniversary) as we talk his new project Gemini Parks, the Bulls, and coaching high school basketball. He also takes part in not 1, not 2, but 3 games.

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Josh Kolenik (Small Black)

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

I'm joined by Josh Kolenik of Small Black to get in-depth with the 2022 NBA Draft as we each do a mock draft of our top 5 picks as well as recap the NBA finals. Find out what we really think of the man Chet.

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Richard Edwards (Margot & The Nuclear So and So’s)

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

On this episode, our 1-on-1 conversation is with Richard Edwards of Margot & the Nuclear So and So's. We touch on his new album, NBA Finals, wino's, and more. Plus he puts together his version of a Build-a-Band.

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Andrew Dost (Fun.)

Mon, 09 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We return for another 1-on-1, this time with Andrew Dost (fun., Anathallo). We talk about his upcoming solo album, the 2022 NBA Playoffs, and the ups-and-downs of being a Pistons fan. Plus, Musician Matchups is back: Pistons Edition!

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Fantasy Draft: NBA Hairstyles

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

We're back for another Fantasy Draft episode, we're diving into a rich world of NBA Hairstyles-- the good, the bad, the ugly. Joining me we have David Futernick (Actor, Super Hoopers Podcast), Clair de Lune (Tiny Deaths), and Sean Keane (Comedian, Roundball Rock Podcast). Make sure to check Twitter to vote for your favorites.

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Honus Honus (Man Man)

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

On this episode, I have a conversation with Ryan Kattner AKA Honus Honus of Man Man to complete the Mister Heavenly trifecta. We're talking all things NBA including Sixers, Ben Simmons, Myles Turners TikTok, and we give BUILD-A-BAND another go!

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Nicholas Thorburn (Islands)

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This episode brings a 1-on-1 conversation with Nicholos Thorburn, known for his work in many acts including Islands, The Unicorns, and Mister Heavenly. We talk about basketball in Canada, Michael Cera, and try our hands at a brand new game of crafting a band of NBA players.

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Harry Day (Middle Kids)

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:21:42 -0500

I'm joined by Harry Day, drummer for Middle Kids, as we have our 1-on-1 iso-ball conversation to discuss their latest album, basketball in Australia, and of course do another edition of Musician Matchups: Raptors Edition.

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Craig Hendrix (Japanese Breakfast)

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Craig Hendrix of Japanese Breakfast joins me for our 1-on-1 iso-ball conversation where we discuss being nominated for a Grammy, growing up a Sixers fan, and play another edition of Musician Matchups: Sixers Edition.

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Joe Plummer (Cold War Kids)

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 12:20:11 -0400

This one-on-one episode is with legendary indie rock drummer Joe Plummer from such bands as Cold War Kids, Modest Mouse, The Shins, and Mister Heavenly. He also runs a podcasting group called Ruinous Media. We talk about touring with Cold War Kids, Stephen Malkmus playing basketball, and play another edition of Musician Matchups: Sonics Edition.

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Fantasy Draft: Sub Pop Artists

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400

It's time for another Fantasy Draft. This time we are joined by Julia Steiner (Ratboys), Evan Weiss (Into. It Over It. / Pet Symmetry), and Hanif Abdurraqib (Writer, Poet) to draft all-time Sub Pop Records Artists! Head over to the Twitter and vote for whose lineup you prefer.

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Nik Ewing (Local Natives)

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 19:43:51 -0400

Nike Ewing of Local Natives joins me to get discuss the happenings with the band and get into the ever-changing NBA landscape. We've got playoffs! We've got NBA draft! We've got free agency and season outlook! Plus Musician Matchups: Clippers Edition!

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