Bradford Trojan & Friends

Welcome to the MidLife Crisis Hotline! The calls are coming in, the lines are lighting up, the crises will be averted! Because we have each other. Join me in the new series where guests and I wax the nostalgic, deconstruct our lives, and find relief in the human condition's movement through space and time. We use this show as a chance to connect and expand our capacity to live life to the fullest. Turn the midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity. Fellow human extraordinaire Dr. Word Smith has been on a fantastic voyage through his time on the planet. He has graduated from the International Institute of Medical QiGong, was a competing Taekwondo martial artist, a yogi, and a translator of the Tibetan language among many other things.

Welcome to the MidLife Crisis Hotline! The calls are coming in, the lines are lighting up, the crises will be averted! Because we have each other. Join me in the new series where guests and I wax the nostalgic, deconstruct our lives, and find relief in the human condition's movement through space and time. We use this show as a chance to connect and expand our capacity to live life to the fullest. Turn the midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity. Devin is a talented guitar maker, guitar player, singer, and all around great guy! He hails from the Bellingham region of Washington state. Come in as we explore the depths of our existence and why we are here. No biggie! https://www.champlinguitars.com https://devinchamplin.bandcamp.com https://thesonsofrainier.bandcamp.com

Welcome to the first ever MidLife Crisis Hotline! The calls are coming in, the lines are lighting up, the crises will be averted! Because we have each other. Join me in the new series where guests and I wax the nostalgic, deconstruct our lives, and find relief in the human condition's movement through space and time. We use this show as a chance to connect and expand our capacity to live life to the fullest. Turn the midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity. Jonathan Mcleod is my first caller on the midlife crisis hotline. As of writing this, he is the same age as myself--43. He lived in Indonesia for a couple years and is currently back in the United States. If you would like to hear more from Jonathan, which i highly suggest, give a listen to the episode in which I interview him.

I'm Baaaaack! Long time no listen. No podcast, no cry! I sit down with my buddy to discuss the rapid fire pace of our lives and some possible solutions/support to sloooooow things down. We also get into some fun 80's nerdage movie references. Plus alittle behind the scenes on some of the equipment I use for the gearheads out there. Jonathan is a gifted photographer, educator, meditation practitioner and gentle fellow human being. Plus he took the photo for the podcast! It is fun to be back. Look for more monthly episodes and the new mini series show coming up soooon! (Lots of long vowel usage this description) http://www.jcloud.photography

Andrew Jones (Raccoon, Dr. Dog, Mitch Fiction & the Shits, Penn Law graduate) and I share some stories, and it looks like the tables have turned: he interviews me! We fill in the gaps, plaster the memory holes, and caulk the ol' days. Talk includes bonus life experiences during Dr. Dog early days, Raccoon, Unleash the Bastards and beyond. He digs up my reflections and time in Barnacle Wolf and the southern NJ punk/hardcore music scene mid to late 1990's. We bask in the glory of the last Dr Dog tour 2021. And most of all, we enjoy each other's company and have a really nice time chatting out in the beautiful winter sun. 

What can I say about Geoffrey Notkin? Well, how about the fact he is a TV Host, Film Producer, 2 x Emmy Winner, CEO Aerolite Meteorites Inc., Governor National Space Society, Author, TEDx Speaker, and Asteroid 132904. And one of my favorite fun facts ever: He is a Garbage Pail Kid! Deaf Geoff to be precise. He was the inspiration for that iconic GPK card.  We moshed our way down some great avenues of his early life's journeys. For a snapshot of where we headed (and for those who want to choose their own adventure and jump to a random place in the show), we started off with his time growing up with his best friend Neil Gaiman and the punk scene in late 70's England to his time moving to early 80's NYC playing at CBGB's and studying/working under Art Spiegelman (the inventor of the Garbage Pail Kids) to our shared kinship in the importance and love of DIY and handcrafted art.   For all things Geoffrey Notkin go here: https://linktr.ee/geoffnotkin His comics memoir: My Incredibly Strange and Amazing Real-Life Adventures in the World of Comic Books  *For listeners in Tucson, Bookman's has new copies, we believe it is sold out online currently & check out my patreon

Long time no hear! I miss you all. Sniggling around with this little nugget-o-sode and digesting the current state of the show. Sharing a fun story about David Duchovny and my early film experience.  acting in my first short film: Whippits

More from our dynamic duo conversation and marathon hang out.  We delve into some of Toby's favorite Dr. Dog albums and songs. We also ponder what it means to write a timeless classic. 

Toby Leaman is a powerhouse of a singer, songwriter and bass player. You may know him best as one of the lead singers and bass player of famed rock group Dr. Dog. I have known Toby for 23 years and have watched his amazing growth and evolution as a songwriter. We paddle through really fun memories and his times at West Chester, Raccoon, early years of Dr. Dog, his new solo work, plus much more. He is a hoot and holler to hang with and has great insights into the world of music.  Remember to like, rate, review my podcast on Apple. You can even take the podcast on a date with you if you love it that much.  www.drdogmusic.com www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Gabrielle is a phenomenal musician, songwriter, performer and music teacher. She has quite an interesting past growing up in a cult and how she found music as a fantastic way to connect with her greater sense of self. Her past groups have included All Soul Sisters, Sister Solace, Silver Thread Trio and Chaparral Kirtan Band, as well as her long standing solo career.  Gabby is a lovely soul. She and I always have great conversations when we hang out.  www.gabriellepietrangelo.com www.instagram.com/gabrielle.pietrangelo www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

We talk about Nathan's work on Dr. Dog's Abandoned Mansion album and more sonic goodies.

Nathan has years of ears under his belt. Listening to what he has created is a long list of some remarkable albums and recordings. He has worked most notably with Dr. Dog as engineer and producer. His Loveland Studios in Tucson, AZ recorded many musicians over many years. He now owns and operates Hi-Dez Recording in Joshua Tree, CA. We will sum up the experience while bouncing around some memories and mixing down some good vibes.  www.instagram.com/hi_dez_recording www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Special theme time hour! I reflect back on the podcast up to this point and play a bunch of hits from artists who have been on the show thus far. I tell stories about the songs and my relationship to them. Enjoy some laid back tunes and my banter listening to me and my friends. featuring music from past show guests: Scott McMicken, Doug O ‘Donnell, Raccoon, The Teeth, Eliza Hardy Jones, Jason Milici, Make a Rising, Unleash the Bastards, and Me

Mike Dixon is a force of nature. He has created an amazing situation in Tucson as a transplant from Washington state. Mike is one of few people in the world working in the world of lathe cuts. If you don't know what that is, then this episode will catch you up to speed. And by speed, I mean we will cover all moods during the show going from 33 to 45 to 78 rpm(really powerful moments). He is also owner and operator of PIAPTK (People In A Position To Know Records) where he has released hundreds of fantastic albums, singles and more from highly acclaimed artists.  www.instagram.com/mikedixontucson www.piaptk.limitedrun.com www.mobilevinylrecorders.com www.lathecuts.com www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

 Eric is a classically trained, award winning, and critically acclaimed American actor, director and producer. He has appeared in numerous indie films, TV series and shows. And he shot and killed me many times before we became friends! We talk about his journey into acting, the philosophy of the art form, future of film and our screen time together in the indie features "Tombstone Rashomon" and "Revenge of Zoe." imdb.me/ericschumacher www.instagram.com/schumacher.eric www.seeliestudios.com www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Name drops, inside jokes, outside puns, upside downs, Sharon Curley is my Aquarian sister. We are born 2 days apart of the same year in the same city. She is a weaver of webs that have connected such amazing friends in my life and other's lives. Together, we jump in the sillies and reflect back on stories from our past together and her jobs as wardrobe and costume designer for movies, her amazing handmade album art for t shirts, a writer of horoscopes and much more. She is also an avid lover of lava lamps. Sharon's website www.sharonisabelcurley.com Sharon's instagram www.instagram.com/sharonisabelcurley Bradford's patreon www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Circus clown vaudevillian extraordinaire! Clay performs around the world for refugee children and families. He has toured with Patch Adams. He is the founder of the Emergency Circus and he is the creator and owner of the Sh’zambulance (formally known as the Jambulance): a converted ambulance that tours the states performing music and clowning at Childrens' Wards, Homeless Shelters, Senior Centers, Prisons, Orphanages, and more. Clay is a Tucson native and now resides in New Orleans. He was also a founding member of the theatrical group Parasol Project in Tucson. And there is a crazy story at the end of the show so you just have to tune in! www.instagram.com/clay.o.k.mazing www.emergencycircus.com www.instagram.com/singingcircagrams www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Gavin Troy is a phenomenal visual artist. Enough said. But wait, there is more to the story. He also has a storied career in skateboarding and was involved deeply in the 2nd wave of skateboarding in the 70's and 80's. We discuss all of this and 80's punk rock, his time growing up in central Arizona, photography, competing in skateboarding tournaments, and what fuels the creative process. This episode  is Troy & Trojan! www.instagram.com/gavinhughtroy www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Punk Rock, Las Vegas, Vedic Astrology, Vagus Nerve....just a slew of what is to come in this episode. What fun we will have as we merrily roll along life's lazy river.  Josh has a storied career as a native from Las Vegas with degrees as an Acupuncturist, Ayurvedic practitioner and Vedic astrologer.  Rupa Ayurveda- www.rupaayurveda.com Common Roots Acupuncture- www.commonrootsacupuncture.com Bradford's Patreon- www.patreon.com/bradfordtrojan

We take some brief time to review our band history together(The Brambleberries, The A.M., and  Kirtan groups). Mainly, Will discusses his extensive musical training in India and tells some amazing stories about his time in the classical Indian music scene. Pretty wild stuff! If you have ever wanted to understand the deeper roots of ragas, this show is for you. Will Duncan