The Soundtracks of Our Lives

We are back, and what a way to kick off season 3! In this episode, Braden and I delve into the world of classic rock and all the bands we shared in common even in different parts of the world. We talk about his foray into the world of making music and his transition from music to filmmaking. Get ready for an incredible story.  Braden Swope: @bradendoesthings / @nbdproductions / @humanresuorcesmovie (Instagram) Follow us on Instagram: @thesoundtracksofourlives Subscribe/Review on Apple Podcasts; follow/like on Spotify!

In this fun-packed episode, I let Janey and Ralphie take the reins and gain control of the podcast. We reminisce on our high school years and playing instruments in school bands. We discuss a variety of topics, from our high school memories to the college course that brought us together, and there are special mentions of the "fight of the century" between the two.  Instagram: @idkjaney / @antisocial_muffin_ Follow/Like us (on Spotify) and Subscribe/Leave a comment (on Apple Podcasts). Follow us on Instagram @thesoundtracksofourlives.

In this episode, Reagan and I delve deep into her past and talk about the prominent impact that 70's and 80's pop and rock had on her. We reminisce about our time in class recording music, and she talks about her songwriting and how it helped her. She imparts some wisdom throughout, and the music you hear in between segments is actually the result of a class-wide Thanksgiving jam session. Instagram: @its_just_reagan Like/Follow us (Spotify) and Subscribe/Leave a review (Apple Podcasts)! Follow us @thesoundtracksofourlives on Instagram!

In this special birthday twin episode, Kendall and I really got the chance to bond through music (something we hadn't done before); I essentially got to open a window to her soul. We talked about how American Idol was really our gateway to the world of modern pop music, and Kendall explains how impactful music for the big screen was to her.  Instagram: @kendallhuff Like/Follow us (on Spotify) and Subscribe/Leave a Review (on Apple Podcasts). Follow us @thesoundtracksofourlives on Instagram!

In this episode, my former roommate and forever friend Jay and I talk about music in his past and how his grandparents laid the foundation of his music taste. I learn a lot more about Jay than I previously knew, and we delve into the state of current music and its trajectory.  Instagram: @theedoggfatha Like/Follow this podcast (Spotify) and Subscribe/Leave a review (Apple Podcasts)!!! Follow us on Instagram: @thesoundtracksofourlives

This week, I get to reminisce with the memories of my past again, but with new faces. Dezi, Dani and I talk about our younger years in Abu Dhabi, and how we grew up with music together. We spend a concerning amount of time talking about a certain group that emerged in the 2010's (especially about one member from said group). I basically let these two take the reins of the conversation, and we just straight up had a good time, with some iconic quotes sprinkled in. Instagram: @that_girl_dani / @cdxzii / @whats.4.tea Follow/Like us (Spotify) and Subscribe and leave a review (Apple Podcasts)!

We are back!! In this episode, I get to reminisce with my childhood friends and we talk about our experiences with music, either together or on our own; I also learn things about my friends that I never knew before. We delve into music in the past vs. the present, and it gets a little emotional too. Instagram: @johnwick_covers (Jonathan), @jason_attavar (Jason), @the_pie_demon (Adam) Follow us on @thesoundtracksofourlives on Instagram, like and follow the podcast on Spotify, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts (also leave ratings and comments, I would love to hear what you all think).

In our season finale, my guest Rachel and I talk about our childhoods and the similar music styles that we grew up listening to, even in different parts of the world. We also delve deeper into the evolution of her music tastes in different stages of her life, and discuss an array of topics including our thoughts on the current music landscape, deceased artists that truly impacted our lives, and a whole section on movie scores.   Instagram: @rachel.simurda  Snapchat: @rachl_smrda

In the penultimate episode of season 1, Paige and I talk about how the 2000's punk and metal scenes shaped our lives and reminisce about some of our concert experiences. We also delve deeper into the impact of video game scores and we drop our hot takes on the current music scene.  Instagram: @_paigeb_ / @paiige.bowers  Snapchat: @paigeisaturtle

This week, I talk with my main man Ethan and we discuss his love for film and post-production, especially with the strong connection between film and audio. We delve deeper into some of his favorite film score composers and other artists that he admires, and we make a huge surprise announcement.  Instagram: @eathamistheman  Youtube (CodaPrime): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLa1XDeIDVoVEFrthaCBipA  Snapchat: @eathamistheman

This episode, Will and I talk about how our bond as musicians brought us together and about the more technical aspects of music from our perspectives. We also talk about how our parents impacted our lives as musicians, as well as delving deeper into the hair metal and hard rock styles that Will was immersed in during his formative years.  Instagram: @willwyattmusic  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/will.wyatt.940

In episode 4, Júlia and I talk about the different styles of music she grew up listening to while living in Brazil, and we also get into her love for Disney music still prevalent to this day. We delve deeper into stories from her childhood and how her parents influenced her music tastes, as well as the way music is being produced today and how we feel about the current music scene.  Instagram: @julia_dalo  Snapchat: @juliadalo1

In episode 3, my roommate Matt (Welsh) and I talk about his love for all styles of music, and he even throws in a few surprising styles in as well. We also delve into his childhood in Nevada and moving to Illinois, and we get into how we feel the music industry is being run today.  Instagram: @mattheww75  Snapchat: @mattheww85

In this episode, (Matt) Harper and I talk about how his family influenced the different styles of music he listened to, and he shares some great stories from when he attended Summerfest over the years. We also discuss his uncle's guitar collection and we delve deeper into the long-lasting debate of separating the work of art from the artist.  Instagram: @matty_harpster  Snapchat: @matt_harper2000

In our series premiere, Ambria and I talk about growing up outside of Seattle amid the huge music scene. We also get into how her father's music taste rubbed off on her, and the deaths of many great artists and musicians over the years.  Instagram: @ambria.campbell  Snapchat: @ambriacampbell