The Midnight Connection

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TMC Ep.16 NAYAN and Musical Collaborations

This week we listen to NAYAN’s (one of Eddie’s many bands) latest single, “Alone” and then go into some of our favorite musical collaborations. Please check out their latest on Spotify and give them some listens and a follow!Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoMentioned on this episode:Still D.R.E – Dr. Dre ft. Snoop Dogg https://youtu.be/_CL6n0FJZpk?si=QoP7WVIOGVp3F2rvNumb/Encore – Jay-Z ft. Linkin Park https://youtu.be/dFKjzxWITWw?si=19nRM48-2oEeIQQkZedd – Stay The Night ft. Hayley Williams https://youtu.be/i-gyZ35074k?si=0oZuDdvCd9tGlJU3The Boy is Mine – Brandy & Monica https://youtu.be/HRxDR-83XBo?si=6HZJBNXQ3ujzwIqnStill Not a Player – Big Pun ft. Joe https://youtu.be/7Xue-dOOLiY?si=rFWXCEIkJTJyrDVtBring the Noise – Anthrax & Public Enemy https://youtu.be/kl1hgXfX5-U?si=iLIwk0t9JxZAsBb3Whatta Man – En Vogue ft. Salt-N-Pepa https://youtu.be/hEmH1EgJbEs?si=ShFgvzPXgjsVJuprRock the House - Gorillaz https://youtu.be/w5UFJu74-qU?si=vaHxbvbZTcCVPO1sThe Game of Love – Santana ft. Michelle Branch https://youtu.be/HKLnmMacEB4?si=XcxOhKMJh_JS482RMaria Maria – Santana ft. The Product G&B https://youtu.be/nPLV7lGbmT4?si=x5jJ5jClmq9FCTECBig Yellow Taxi – Counting Crows ft. Vanessa Carlton https://youtu.be/tvtJPs8IDgU?si=EGOoZ5Tml5jdXl8xScream – Michael Jackson ft. Janet Jackson https://youtu.be/0P4A1K4lXDo?si=OlJoQvYFopxw8uHaThis is on Me – Ben Abraham ft. Sara Bareilles https://youtu.be/xpKqlppM7RE?si=fhUXXuZP85sqIIgRDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

01-18
01:34:26

TMC Ep.15 - 2023 In Review - Part B

This week we go start on our year in review for 2023. This episode is part B of the wrap up so be sure to stay tuned in next week for the conclusion of our year in review.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

12-22
01:13:26

TMC Ep.14 - 2023 In Review - Part A

This week we go start on our year in review for 2023. This episode is part A of the wrap up so be sure to stay tuned in next week for the conclusion of our year in review.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

12-13
55:42

TMC Ep.13 - Our Parenting Styles

This week we go through a parenting style quiz and discuss ourvarious approaches and philosophies.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoMentioned on this episode:https://psychcentral.com/quizzes/parenting-style-quizDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

11-29
01:06:56

TMC Ep.12 - Favorite Holiday Tracks, Thanksgiving Go-Tos, and a Gaming Check in

This week we go into a bevy of our favorite holiday music tracks, discuss our top Thanksgiving go-to dishes, and touch base on our recent gaming.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.comor on our Patreonpage.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on.Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoMentioned on this episode:Kelly Clarkson - Underneath the Treehttps://youtu.be/YfF10ow4YEo?si=iVQizABeP4lctg2fKellyoke | Waiting for Tonighthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUVPuc7pIGEDMX - Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4W_XYI4AN0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e50wvKQvDHQKelly Clarkson and Ariana Grande - Santa. Can't You Hear Mehttps://youtu.be/G7461Gf60ug?si=lA9xzf_kSJXq5AihFiona Apple - Frosty the Snowmanhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZNShYZjjWkClaudia B., Huntley and Noah Spencer's Performances Make Niall's Decision Impossiblehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jC7peJagWxoRockapella Christmas AlbumChristmas Without You https://youtu.be/CKg-ntQIhLM?si=emOQSaQCqVT0va1wKhruangbin - Christmas Time Is Herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4iWO73zPL4N'Sync - O Holy Nighthttps://youtu.be/0KeVHwGWJUg?si=KKTp2XFcltu2emvTNo Doubt - Oi To The Worldhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFLExwIQKtoGwen Stefani - You Make it Feel Like Christmashttps://youtu.be/uA4STm4hx7Q?si=gBSXBpnzn0RGJ-CxMy Favorite Thingshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1VO7L96rRwPentatonix - Mary Did You Knowhttps://youtu.be/PPoEfC7T1kg?si=h4WWlT_Pco-Tet8bThe Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvkuujiXtNcPentatonix - Carol of the Bellshttps://youtu.be/Do4-ZXbDOs0?si=4U6Turm5iZJ1h0RIJust Another Christmas Song (This Time I'll Sing Along)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jhg7RBi6iZwMichael Bublé Christmas AlbumI'll Be Home for Christmashttps://youtu.be/0yhI35F2NB0?si=m16ZDEUwEjcJmJHD AMVULFPECK /// Christmas in L.A.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5K3UgrPdbQDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

11-22
01:36:30

TMC Ep.11 - On Time Management and our 2023 Halloween Experiences

This week we go into our experiences of from the 2023 Halloween season and then do a deep dive into our personal time management practices, or maybe the lack thereof. Then we finish it off with a brief discussion (call it a plug) of our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoEddie3:28 AMDon’t forget to check out our other show, the Pay the Price Podcast which is a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

11-16
01:31:08

TMC x PTP

This week, Eddie and Chris are taking a week off from a full blown episode because life. However, we are not leaving you without content to consume!Check out our newest show with a few more of our friends from Samurai Beat, the Pay the Price Podcast. As of this posting, we're already 2 episodes into our space-horror themed table top RPG game and you won't want to miss where this story goes!Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page. And, you can reach the Pay the Price team at paythepricepod@gmail.com.Support the shows on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on.Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

11-08
02:34

TMC Ep.10 - Halloween Candy, Traditions, and our Malignant Review

This week we go into our favorite Halloween candies and family traditions for the season. Then, we touch base on what we’ve been playing lately, including Lies of P and Callisto Protocol. We wrap with our review and discussion of the movie, Malignant, which was a very interesting movie to say the least.Speaking of Halloween, Eddie and I just launched a new show with the rest of the Samurai Beat team called, the Pay the Price Podcast. It’s a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgo Mentioned this episode:https://www.markoffshauntedforest.com/Eddie3:28 ASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

11-01
01:48:10

TMC Ep.9 - Childhood Stories, Dad Quiz, Conflict Resolution, and a Halloween Movie

This week we discuss wild childhood stories and then launch into a dad quiz to find out just what kind of dads we are. Then, we get deep into discussing conflict resolution in the family and with our spouses. And, in the spirit of the season, we randomly select one horror movie to watch and discuss in honor of Halloween.Speaking of Halloween, Eddie and I will also be launching a new show with the rest of the Samurai Beat team on Halloween called, the Pay the Price Podcast. It’s a seasonal live play table top RPG where we demonstrate how adulting gamers can be enjoy the hobby with minimal barriers of entry and commitment. You can find more details on Patreon and don’t forget to subscribe to the show on all of your favorite podcast services.Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

10-25
01:37:02

TMC Ep.8 - Musical Turning Points and More

This week we discuss pivotal moments in our musical journeys and then we go deep into a special list of some of the most important musical tracks of years gone by. Spoilers for the list of tracks below so if you don’t want to know the list, stop reading now!Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on.  Mentioned in this episode:I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles) by The ProclaimersSway by Bic RungaBetter Off Alone by Alice Deejay6 Underground by Sneaker PimpsYour Woman by White TownSomebody’s Watching Me by RockwellBe Thankful for What You Got by William DeVaughnI Wish by Skee-LoTorn by Natalie ImbrugliaTorn by EdnaswapThere She Goes by Sixpence None the RicherThere She Goes by the La’sJust the Two of Us by Grover Washington Jr. (I Just) Died in Your Arms by Cutting CrewMove Your Feet by Junior SeniorChasing Cars by Snow PatrolGroove in In the Heart by Deee-LiteGood Vibrations by Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch  Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

10-19
01:35:16

TMC Ep.7 - Favorite Vacations, House Mixes, Artist Highlights, and Game Difficulty

This week we discuss our favorite vacations and have our first monthly check in. Chris gets into his recent house mixing adventures while Eddie highlights some of his favorite artists, new and old. Then, we discuss the topic of video game difficulty settings from a reader mail submission!Send your questions and topic ideas to themidnightconnectionpod@gmail.com or on our Patreon page.Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, community chat and more. Become a free member of our community to stay in the loop on everything going on.  Mentioned in this episode:Pierre Kwenders – Niata (Official Audio)Sara Bareilles – No Such Thing (Dave Aude Remix – Official Audio)Sara Bareilles – Chandelier (Sia Cover) – Charlottesville, VAToad sings chandelier (click at your own risk) Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

10-11
01:31:42

TMC Ep. 6 - Jim Ryan, King Gizzard, and a First Year Retrospective

This week we get into what we've been consuming lately and touch on emerging news in the video game and music spaces. From Jim Ryan retiring from PlayStation to King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard's upcoming release. Then, we get into a first year retrospective as Eddie celebrates his first year as a dad.What are some of your most memorable moments from your first year of parenthood?What media have you been consuming lately?** Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more or become a free member of the community there to stay in the loop on everything we have going on.NPR Tiny Desk concert with T-PainFollow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

10-04
01:42:36

TMC Ep.5 - Illness, Table Top RPGs, and Performing Live

This week we discuss dealing with illness at home and then we get into two of our biggest passions; performing live and tabletop role playing games.Tips and tricks for handling sickness at home? Let us know!As an artist, what aspect of your craft are you most passionate about?What are some of your top tier tabletop RPG settings and systems?** Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more or become a free member of the community there to stay in the loop on everything we have going on.  Eddie’s rocking a fro while rocking the guitar Also mentioned in this episode:Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

09-27
01:31:22

TMC Ep. 4: Episode 2 Redux - Video Game Remasters and Screen Time

Inevitably, life has managed to interrupt our usual recording flow but fear not! We dug out one of our earlier episodes when we were first building up the bones of The Midnight Connection. We’ve brought that forward for you to get a glimpse at how things began so you might catch us mention a thing or two that we’ve talked about before but there’s still plenty of good connecting going on.This episode we discuss the state of video game remakes/remasters, screen time for our kids, and introduce some musical tracks of the week. What do you think? Did we sound better in beta or do you prefer how we sound in the show now?** Support the us on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more. You can also become a member of the Patreon community to stay in the loop on everything we have going on.  Please show your love and support for the artists and music in this episode:"New Emotion" by The Aces"Vintage" by Blu Detiger"Gila Monster" by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard"Astroturf" by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Also mentioned in this episode:King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Flow Chart Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

09-20
01:25:00

TMC Ep. 3 Parental Achievements and our Favorite Instrumental Jams

This week we discuss our parenting accomplishments of the week and then go deep into some of our favorite instrumental tracks and artists.What are your favorite instrumental songs and what is it about them that really moves or connects with you?** Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more or become a free member of the community there to stay in the loop on everything we have going on. Please show your love and support for the artists and music in this episode:Eddie 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMRCngkkjM0Chris 1 - https://www.premiumbeat.com/royalty-free-tracks/tokyo-funkEddie 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY08FkhpPjkChris 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FqhLQxndfsEddie 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYrQC-jWMFMChris 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE2g_y7tm90Eddie 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYrUwWq6KO8Chris 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HLWtpZwfUfcEddie 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYUR38Yo8awChris 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yhkQ9LxPXY Also mentioned in this episode:Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

09-13
01:08:24

TMC Ep. 2: Video Game Overworld Themes and Tales from the Changing Table

This week we connect on a few recent video game related news stories and then launch into a trip down memory lane to discuss some of our favorite overworld theme songs. Then, we trade off stories from the changing table, a parent's nightmare and favorite ice breaker, all in one. What are some of your most favorite gaming overworld themes? We'd love to hear the ones that have never left you after all these years. And of course, we want to hear your best tale of the table! Please show your love and support for the artists and music in this episode: Chris’ Track 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpEzYEoV9qY Eddie’s Track 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUvEWCmZx0A Eddie’s Track 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdpBgxeOw7w Chris’ Track 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKWJkiWGS8M Chris’ Track 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGOxr3YiWE4 Eddie’s Track 3 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1XM8ReW9NvA Eddie’s Track 3.5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5znrVdAtEDI Eddie’s Track 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6yNmHknhtM Chris’ Track 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSESwoArwE8 Chris’ Track 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUBsXUt5RQE Eddie’s Track 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6y6chb0Qq8 Also mentioned in this episode: BABYMETAL feat. Tom Morello - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkij4LvACZ0 Support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more or become a free member of the community there to stay in the loop on everything we have going on. Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, and on Facebook Follow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusic Follow Chris on Instagram @chritgo Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

09-06
01:28:26

TMC Ep. 1: Intros, tons of Music, and Parenting

This week we spend a little time introducing ourselves with three random on-the-fly questions. Then, we dig in deep to musical discussion and critiquing of a slew of artists, all listed down below. Lastly, we wrap things up with a general discussion about parenting and our views on how we currently approach being responsible for other little lives.Each and every week we discuss, well, practically anything. But, more often than not we'll land on some combination of nerd culture, music, and parenthood.Please show your love and support for the artists in this episode:ANGEL VIVALDI - NINE feat. NovaGina (Official Music Video)Covet - Shibuya (guitar playthrough)Elephant Gym - Finger | Audiotree LivePolyphia - Playing God (Official Music Video)Dudu Tassa & Jonny Greenwood - Taq ou-Dub (feat. Nour Freteikh) (Live At The Hamam)Also mentioned in this episode:AudioTree - showcases talented musicians and bands from around the worldKEXP - an international community of music lovers and music makers, and a nonprofit organization fostering relationship and community building through broadcast, online, and in-person music experiences.The Messy Family Project - Empowering moms and dads to embrace their sacred callingJoin the community and support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more.Follow us on Instagram @themidnightconnectionpod, FacebookFollow Eddie on Instagram @theredtreemusicFollow Chris on Instagram @chritgoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

08-30
01:38:22

The Midnight Connection Promo

Episode 1 drops tomorrow!Join the community and support the show on Patreon for exclusive content, new shows, house mixes, and more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-midnight-connection/donations

08-29
01:00

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