Bo Tries to Eat 200 Nuggets (A HardLore Special)
Digest
This podcast features two musicians undertaking a humorous 200-chicken-nugget challenge, interspersed with discussions about their experiences in the hardcore music scene, the challenges of touring, and various other topics. They share anecdotes about their careers, including stressful moments, funny mishaps, and memorable experiences. The conversation touches upon sponsorships (Sight for Sound), music biopics, favorite bands (including a deep dive into hardcore and the Misfits), album production, gym routines, travel experiences (particularly Japan), and even cryogenic freezing. They also answer listener questions from Patreon and Discord, covering topics ranging from songwriting processes to preferred guitar tones and video game weapons. The podcast concludes with reflections on their careers and future aspirations within the music industry.
Outlines
The 200 Nugget Challenge & Initial Reflections
The podcast introduces a 200-nugget challenge, setting the stage with lighthearted banter and discussion of past similar challenges.
Challenge Progress & Early Q&A
The challenge begins, with strategies discussed alongside questions from Patreon and Discord.
Sponsorship & Continued Challenge
A sponsorship segment for Sight for Sound is included, followed by more challenge updates and audience Q&A.
Music Industry Stressors & Challenge Update
The conversation shifts to the challenges of the music industry, focusing on time management and the digital age, while the nugget challenge continues.
Music Biopics & Challenge Conclusion
Discussion of music biopics and the conclusion of the 200-nugget challenge.
Post-Challenge Anecdotes & Guitar Tones
Lighthearted conversation about counting, a humorous anecdote about throwing up, and a discussion of favorite guitar tones.
Laughter, Fears, and the Northern Lights
Sharing funny and scary stories, including a near-alien encounter that turned out to be the Northern Lights.
European Venues, Fitness, and Favorite People
Discussion of favorite European venues, gym workouts, and the people they admire most.
Pre-Breakdown Callouts & Cryogenic Freezing
Favorite pre-breakdown callouts, a hypothetical scenario of cryogenic freezing, and favorite albums.
Fast Food, Airports, and Top Guitar Players
Debate on fast-food desserts, airport observations, and a list of their top five guitar players.
Unknown Bands, Album Art, and Favorite Actors
Discussion of impressive unknown bands, favorite album art, and favorite actors, followed by Japan travel tips.
Touring, Songwriting, and Books
Concluding thoughts on touring shoes, songwriting processes, and favorite books.
Supplements, Misfits, and Hardcore Music
Discussion of supplements, the band Misfits, and introducing new listeners to hardcore music.
Tattoos, Film Scores, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
Conversation about tattoos, film scores, and the soundtracks of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater.
Keywords
200 Nugget Challenge
A self-imposed food challenge forming a central theme of the podcast.
Hardcore Music Scene
Extensive discussion of the hardcore music scene, including specific bands and trends.
Touring Musicians
Focus on the experiences and challenges faced by touring musicians.
Sight for Sound
Podcast sponsor providing free prescription glasses to touring musicians.
Music Industry Challenges
Exploration of difficulties and frustrations within the music industry.
Hardcore Music
In-depth discussion of the hardcore music genre, its subgenres, and influential bands.
Misfits
Discussion of the influential horror-punk band, Misfits, and their impact.
Creatine
Discussion of creatine as a supplement and its effects.
Gateway Band
Discussion of bands used to introduce new listeners to hardcore music.
Youth Crew Hardcore
Discussion of the Youth Crew subgenre of hardcore punk.
Q&A
What strategies did you use (or would use) to tackle the 200-nugget challenge?
Strategies included pacing, beverage choice, and learning from past mistakes.
What are your thoughts on the current state of the hardcore music scene?
Enthusiasm for a resurgence of certain bands and concerns about evolving trends.
What's the most stressful aspect of being a touring musician?
Other people not valuing their time, particularly concerning tour logistics and social media.
What are some of your favorite hardcore bands and why?
Numerous bands are mentioned, highlighting their musical influence and personal connection.
What is your favorite thing about an airport?
Observing the contrast between experienced and inexperienced travelers, and Panda Express.
What's an unknown band you immediately became a fan of after seeing their set?
Code Orange Kids (now Code Orange) and We Were Promised Jetpacks.
What are your thoughts on the best gateway bands for introducing new listeners to hardcore music?
Suggestions include Hatebreed and What Were the Underdogs?, gradually progressing to more extreme bands.
What are some of the songs you considered for the never-released Twitching Tongues cover album?
Several songs are mentioned, highlighting the diversity of their musical influences.
How do you come up with lyrics?
One host typically starts with a title and a message, then builds the lyrics around that.
What direction would you like to see hardcore music go in the future?
Hope for a youth crew revival and further exploration of existing sounds.
Show Notes
Can he do it? (Even though he never claimed to be able to and REEEEALLLYYYY didn't want to)
Thank you to Shattered Realm for the bell.
Shot and edited by our main man Steven 197.
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00:00:00 - Hello Welcome
00:01:00 - Introduction
00:03:12 - Sight For Sound
00:04:56 - Is Colin Okay?
00:05:54 - United Blood
00:08:37 - Mt. Rushmore of "whoaaa" parts
00:14:34 - DTFYM?
00:16:28 - Music industry frustration
00:19:51 - Favorite cover we've ever played
00:23:32 - Mt. Rushmore of Death Metal Bands
00:23:57 - Bo and Colin Band when?
00:26:38 - Closed Casket Tour
00:27:20 - Balatro
00:30:44 - Great Job, Mr. Bohan
00:31:27 - Best and worst show ever
00:38:52 - Best Hetfield
00:41:21 - Whats on your FYP?
00:42:38 - 9/11 Episode
00:44:57 - Top 3 Movies
00:46:47 - What Made You Cry laugh last?
00:52:11 - Pardon This Interruption
00:54:59 - Who Do You Root For the Most?
00:57:16 - Albums to take to the future
00:57:57 - New bands we're listening to
01:01:40 - Favorite guitar players
01:04:31 - Weapons from video games IRL
01:05:49 - Unknown bands we've loved after seeing live once
01:16:27 - Must do's in Japan
01:20:46 - Bloodborne 2
01:27:55 - Time Travel to a historic event
01:34:51 - Misfits at Coachella
01:35:31 - Intro to HC Records
01:40:35 - Best Album With Worst Production
01:42:50 - Youth Crew Revival
01:43:47 - One last question...
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