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The Hook and Bridge Podcast

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Jan. 26, 2026

Behind The Hook And Bridge: Fan Q&A

Send in your music story! Plans changed fast after a storm rolled through, our co-host got called into work, and the “Pokemon live play” turned into something more revealing. We open the mics and go all-in on the real stuff: how this show started, what we’ve learned from wild guests and early misst…

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Jan. 18, 2026

Music News, Laughs, And A Wild Game Night

Send in your music story! A wedding request to Scott Blasey, a brand-new video spinoff we’re slightly scared to make, and a lyric game that derails into glorious chaos—this one moves fast and hits a lot. We kick off by revisiting last week’s interview, then clip an on-air invite to the Clarks front…

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Jan. 11, 2026

Songs, Stories, And more Scott Blasey of The Clarks

Send in your music story! A melody can hold a whole life. That’s where we start with Scott Blasey of The Clarks—peeling back the layers of songs that carry grief, joy, and the strange electricity of a room that finally goes quiet. Scott shares how Broken Dove found its shape after a late-night guit…

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Jan. 4, 2026

Christmas Recap/ Top 10 Songs of 2025

Send in your music story! Start with a question: what happens when your words shape your year? We dive into that idea headfirst, sharing New Year goals about speaking with intention, listening better, and even using silence as a strategic tool. From high-stakes business meetings to decompressing at…

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Dec. 22, 2025

Music's Biggest Moments in 2025!

Send in your music story! It’s amazing how a show grows up. We started with wobbly mics and chaotic intros; now we’re three and a half years in, juggling season three plans, holiday chaos, and a creator workflow that actually works most days. The conversation opens with gratitude and candor—what la…

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Dec. 15, 2025

Top 10 Songs Everyone Knows the Words to!

Send in your music story! Ever watch a stranger melt down in public and wonder what the right response should be? We start with a jaw-dropping Walmart story—complete with aisle-side outrage and a hero repeating “why are you mad?”—and turn it into a bigger conversation about empathy, language barrie…

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Dec. 9, 2025

Taylors Big Beautiful Show!

Send in your music story! A birthday crown, a Charizard Loungefly, and a brand‑new Switch 2 set the stage for a wild ride through shiny hunts, DLC megas, and the strange magic of pacing a game you love. We get honest about Pokemon Legends ZA: the fun of guaranteed shinies, the feel of the world, an…

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Dec. 2, 2025

Love, Loss, And Finding “God Boy” an Interview with Ryan Woods

Send in your music story! A church kid with a four-year-old’s guitar and a head full of melodies grows into an artist who threads love, doubt, and faith into a tight, modern pop record—this conversation with Ryan Woods brings that journey to life. We explore how God Boy is more than a title; it’s a…

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Nov. 24, 2025

Interview with "A New Violet"

Send in your music story! Ever want to throw a bag in the car, leave the stale routine behind, and floor it toward something that feels alive again? That’s the pulse beating through our conversation with Beth from A New Violet—a rock vocalist with a punk heart—fresh off the electricity of Warped To…

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Nov. 16, 2025

Chained Saint: Bringing 80s Metal Back!

Send in your music story! A metal icon noticed them first, but the story gets louder from there. We’re sitting with Chained Saint—teens with vintage swagger and modern force—unpacking how a Halford nod, a garage education, and a ruthless love of riffs turned into songs that hit like a live amp. We …

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Nov. 10, 2025

Ultimate 90s Trivia Championship with Like Ghosts

Send in your music story! The volume’s up and the lane’s wide open: Like Ghosts return with a sound that folds bright synths into crunching guitars and somehow makes heartbreak feel like a victory lap. We sit down to map the jump from viral covers to original anthems, unpack why Wish You The Best l…

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Oct. 30, 2025

4th Annual Halloween Show!

Send in your music story! A new studio, a baby in a duck costume, and a camera with a mind of its own—our fourth annual Halloween special brings joyful chaos and a whole lot of heart. We kick off in full costume as our musician alter-egos and end up trading real fandom takes that might ruffle a few…

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Oct. 27, 2025

From Womb Kicks To 90s Grit: LaureNicole’s Rock Story

Send in your music story! A name that sounds like a solo act but moves like a band: Lauren Nicole joins us to unpack how a family-first rock project found its voice in 90s alt grit, pop clarity, and the kind of bridges that turn songs into memories. From kicking in the womb to Springsteen’s beat to…

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Oct. 19, 2025

Whose The Hottest? Part 2 / Seether Concert Recap

Send in your music story! A new logo, a crowded week, and a sprint from the gym set the stage for a sharp left turn: what happens when a customer snaps their fingers like you’re the help? We unpack the small humiliations of service work, the weirdness of tip culture, and the simple grace of eye con…

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Sept. 28, 2025

Whose the Hottest? Musician Bracket Breakdown

Send in your music story! This week Harley, Chris and Taylor discuss things going on in their weeks and in the world. Harley shows off some of his prized possessions in his record collection and then the gang sits down and goes over this fun music bracket to determine who the hottest is! Check out …

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Sept. 22, 2025

Now That's A Clip! : Forrest Day Interview

Send in your music story! This week we sit down with the incredibly talented Forrest Day to discuss his long standing career in the music industry and his new album "Right Time" set to release on October 10th! The album is truly amazing with well crafted melodies to fit into Forrest's exceptionally…

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Sept. 14, 2025

Therapy of Music: Horizon Point Interview

Send in your music story! This week we sit down with this incredible up and coming Ska band with just the right amount of Pop-Punk influence! We discuss some real deep mental health awareness and how important it is to have these elements within the writing. After that hang out with us as we dive i…

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Sept. 7, 2025

Ryan Cabrera: The Joys of Fatherhood

Send in your music story! This week Host Harley had the awesome privilege to sit down again with the one and only Ryan Cabrera. They discuss what its like as new fathers, Ryan's intense tour schedule, and the new updated release of "On the Way Down" in collaboration with Like Ghosts! A truly wholes…

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Sept. 1, 2025

Top 10 Non Instrumental Videogame Soundtracks

Send in your music story! This week we are nerding out with an hour of videogame talk! We discuss our videogame history and some of our favorites and then we breakdown the Top 10 Videogame Soundtracks that are REAL songs not instrumentals. This list was our new producer Chris's first list and it wa…

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Aug. 24, 2025

90s Kids Shit: Like Ghosts Interview

Send in your music story! This week we have the privilege of sitting down with the incredible band Like Ghosts to discuss their lengthy career in the Pop-Punk genre! From covers that drop panties to Originals that get you hyped we talk it all! As children of the 90s we also dive into some of our fa…

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Aug. 17, 2025

Dan Whitesides of The Used: Celebrating 25 years!

Send in your music story! This week we have the privilege of sitting down with a true legend in the industry! Dan Whitesides of the Used joins the show to discuss his incredible career from the beginning to now celebrating 25 years of the Used. We discuss the potential new album that the band will …

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Aug. 12, 2025

The Story of Rush - Nikkiesha McLeod

Send in your music story! This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with new up and coming artist Nikkiesha McLeod to discuss their new song Rush. Their story is one filled with intrigue art and pain learn with us from this Trinidad native artist and be sure to check out Rush available now wher…

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July 27, 2025

The Top 10 Ozzy/Black Sabbath Songs

Send in your music story! This week we discuss the top ten Ozzy/Black Sabbath songs. We lost a music legend and this is our way to show respect to the late great Ozzy Osbourne. Before all of that we go over the DJ Pikachu experience and discuss Hulk Hogan. Check out our Youtube and Instagram! Check…

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July 20, 2025

Introducing The Other Guy Chris!

Send in your music story! This week we have a very special episode where we introduce our new producer Chris. We chat for a bit and get to know Chris better and talk a little music. Support the show Please give us a quick rat...

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