Side Jams with Bryan Reesman

<p>Veteran journalist Bryan Reesman learns what makes musician tick by exploring their hobbies and outside passions. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.</p>

Episode 82: Deadcode

Bandmates Steve Morgan and Stephen Sims discuss being ethical hackers and cybersecurity experts. They also talk about the most realistic hacker portrayals on screen, and how some in the music industry are not well guarded against hacking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-15
32:11

Episode 81: Michael Poulsen (Volbeat)

Volbeat frontman Michael Poulsen loves boxing, and Danish fighter Mikkel Kessler helped him get fit and more sober. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-28
19:34

Episode 80: Tobias Sammet (Avantasia)

Avantasia's frontman proclaims his love for soccer and the Bayern Munich team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-19
24:17

Episode 79: Karl Sanders (Nile)

Nile frontman Karl Sanders finds joy and social stimulation playing pickleball with strangers. "Pickleball has restored my faith in humanity," he says. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-26
20:53

Episode 78: Wolf Hoffmann (Accept)

Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffmann talks about he developed a passion for photography that led to commercial and portrait work during a long band hiatus. He photographed Chet Atkins' guitars and Les Paul. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-06
21:10

Episode 77: Bruce Dickinson (Iron Maiden)

Bruce Dickinson talks about his new comics book series, the influence of Alan Moore, his childhood superhero icons, and British comics he grew up with. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-24
21:00

Episode 76: Twin Tribes

Twin Tribes bandmates Luis Navarro and Joel Niño, Jr. love wrestling -- both American and Lucha Libre, the Mexican style. They talk about how they got into the sport, their favorite wrestlers, the world of Lucha Libre, and how some of the biggest characters in the sport are Goth. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-12
29:04

Episode 75: Dee Snider

Outspoken singer Dee Snider talks about his journey into charitable giving, how he decides where and when to give, and how he wants to inspire people people to do more and be better. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-22
37:17

Episode 74: Austin John Winkler

The solo artist and former Hinder frontman has faced a rocky road in overcoming his addictions, but through sobriety he has found a renewed determination that fuels his artistic endeavors. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-18
25:56

Episode 73: Danny Estrin (Voyager)

Voyager frontman Danny Estrin pours his energy into two careers -- as frontman for the Australian synth-metal band and as an immigration attorney. We speak about his journey through both careers, how he balances the two, and the types of people he represents. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-05
30:28

Episode 72: Lance Dowdle (From Ashes To New)

From Ashes To New's guitarist Lance Dowdle likes to relax by playing video games, watching anime, and collecting import statues of his favorite anime characters and moments. We also delve into the modern connection between geek culture and rock music. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-22
29:56

Episode 71: Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake, TSO)

When he's not shredding on strings, guitarist Joel Hoekstra likes to shoot hoops. From his home turf to the Monsters Of Rock Cruise, he enjoys interacting with fans and other musicians and getting a good game in. As a kid, he played Little League baseball and his team won the World Series. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-22
21:46

Episode 70: Liv Kristine

When Liv's musical life went into upheaval a few years ago, she explored teaching which she says has always been in her blood. In her "second life" she balances performing her music and teaching primary school and children with special needs. Liv enjoys fulfilling her artistic passions while serving society in the classroom. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-21
24:36

Episode 69: Lala Frischknecht (Burning Witches)

When Burning Witches drummer Lala Frischknecht is not pounding her kit, she trades her sticks in for kitchen utensils and loves cooking cuisine from across the globe. She makes everything from German to Thai food. Her BBQ secret? Ketchup, pineapple juice, and Sprite. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05-29
17:16

Episode 68: Ville Valo

Ville Valo crafts moody love metal anthems and ballads, and some of his inspiration undoubtedly comes from his love for literature. We discuss many authors he appreciates -- Charles Baudelaire, Mariana Enriquez, Edith Södergran, H.P. Lovecraft, and others. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-21
21:46

Episode 67: Frank Bello (Anthrax)

Anthrax's bassist talks about his comic book story, finding himself through acting, crazy touring tales, and funny home repair fails. And the time he woke up in a hotel room in someone else's blood! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-18
25:58

Episode 66: Jacoby Shaddix

Onstage, Jacoby Shaddix is the hyperactive frontman for Papa Roach. When he needs peace offstage, he heads to the Great Outdoors to run, kayak, fish, and more. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-01
23:11

Episode 65: Sonia Anubis (Cobra Spell)

Cobra Spell guitarist and band leader Sonia Anubis wants to keep the classic metal flame burning. When she's not wailing away on her six-string, Sonia loves being outdoors and practices kung fu. She has also been a gymnast and competitive swimmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-15
22:09

Episode 64: Jonny Hawkins (Nothing More)

Jonny Hawkins is the electrifying frontman of Nothing More who also has a more contemplative side, as evidenced by the Spirits personality test he created over the last few years. Here he takes us through the process of how he made it. Jonny also shares a surreal dream connected to his grandfather's first Alzheimer's incident. Website: spiritstest.com This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-21
39:48

Episode 63: Lzzy Hale

When she's not tearing up the stage with her hard rocking band Halestorm, Lzzy Hale turns to the more meditative artistic pursuit of painting. And when she gets the chance, she also loves to fish. This is her first ever interview about her painting! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-17
33:11

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