OMG, you guys! This episode we talk to multiple Emmy Award-winning host of Almanac on TPT 2 and the host of the regional portion of Morning Edition on MPR News, Cathy Wurzer. Dynamic, intelligent and as warm as a broadcaster could possibly be. She also likes good music. Such a gracious guest. My head is swimming. Enjoy!
Ep 44, melon farmers!! Our 'Checking In' series continues! This time, we check in with Molly Maher. She's a singer, writer, player and has a brand new record out as of yesterday!! She also books all the talent at a couple of incredible local places, but, clearly, all that shit is on indefinite hold. What's that mean? Well, give a listen. We also talk to regular guest Billy Morrisette, guitar player for legendary Minnesota punk band Dillinger Four and also the meanest drink mixer currently alive....
This episode of the show, we talk to my favorite representative of our newest sponsor, (John know's secrets...), We also talk to one of the funkiest motherfuckers to ever come from the Midwest, Julius Collins. I promise this will make your day better.
Episode 42 of The Brian Oake Show is once again about 'Checking In' in this most uncertain age. This time we check in with Minneapolis rapper Dwynell Roland. We talk about cancelled tours and creativity in the age of 'shelter at home'. We also talk to legendary Twin Cities broadcaster, TD Mischke. He's an actual unicorn and a consistently brilliant conversationalist. I love both of these guys unconditionally.
Hey. all. These are weird times, to be sure. Lockdown, no toilet paper, shelter in place, etc. To this end, we are going to start a 'Checking In' series. We are going to be checking in with A LOT of locals on how the world has changed and what our new reality looks like. On this episode, we check in with Minnesota musician Katy Vernon about cancelled gigs and live streaming events, and also restaurateur Jared Brewington about food service in the age of COVID19 and the plight of service industry ...
Episode 40! Wow!! Here we talk to Minnesota Music legend Tim Mahoney about music, the state of the world and his unquenchable desire to get lost in my beard. Our second guest is Aaron Meyerring, co-owner of legendary Minnesota record store The Electric Fetus.
On this St. Patrick's Day, we are joined by one of our very favorite local Irishmen, John Cosgrove. Hilarious, insightful and never, ever at a loss for words. It turns out he grew up under the shadow of occupation in Ireland, football is zero fun due to coronavirus and Yanks ruined St. Patricks back in Ireland. Sounds about right. John is one of the most routinely interesting conversationalists you will ever meet. Just ask him ;)
Ep 38 features the inimitable Nate Dungan, member of Trailer Trash, talent buyer for the MN State Fair, and a generally fantastic human being. We talk Minneapolis Music, Lee's Liquor Lounge and The incredible legacy of The Great Minnesota Get Together. Plus, we hear a live song from his very first band, The Manboys. Cheers!
The Head Cheese, Dave Sinykin joins us for a lively conversation and some friendly sparring about the endless Packers/Viking rivalry. Also Molly Hatchet, The Boss and much more. This dude is wildly articulate. Please give it a listen.
This episode features an actual fucking unicorn. Billy Morrisette, guitarist for the legendary Minnesota band Dillinger Four makes his monthly appearance on the podcast. We talk about just how fucked up everything is, how there's never been a better time for punk rock, and Billy Picks some fucking sweet ass jams. Also, he brings his monthly signature brown liquor cocktail. I s this real life?
None other than legendary Minnesota music staple Mark Mallman joins the podcast this week. We cover so much ground! Life, loss, and inspiration. Hell, he even sternly calls me out before the end of the show over my choice of words, but don't worry...we sorted it all out. I am a 20+ year fanboy of his. AND!! we share his brand new single at the end of the podcast. Damn, I love doing this show.
Ahhh, yes. Once again we are joined by the inimitable Colleen Kruse. She's a storyteller. She's sharper than you or me. She's also hilarious, erudite and absolutely fucking fearless. A perfect way to round out All Female February. If you like laughing and enjoy the smart, please listen to this.
Professional wine slinger, meat raffle enthusiast, lady about town and exceptional conversationalist Angie Heitz is the featured guest on this episode. She's articulate, engaging AND! she has a new venture this summer that is very, very exciting. Like wine? Listen to this episode.
Amazing! The inspiring, talented and generous Sarah Morris came by to talk about her new full length, All Mine (out 2/21), her crazy life as both mother and very active musician, and her popular YouTube series, Toilet Tunes. She also played a couple of gorgeous live songs from her new release, live in the studio. What a marvelous afternoon.
Damn. This episode we are joined by one of my all time favorite people. Former colleague, stalwart ally and my genuine friend, Jill Riley, stops by to talk about rural Minnesota, roller derby and her brilliant radio career. She's one of the very best.
Holy wow!! Annie Mack is more than just a 'vocal powerhouse'! She is present, humble, tremendously honest and funny as fuck. I had heard good things, but she was even better than expected...and, very honestly, I wish I knew more people like her. Please listen, subscribe and share. Cheers!
On this episode. we are joined by the incredible Rabbi Zimmerman of Temple Israel. Not only an important religious leader to the Twin Cities, she is a pioneer in her profession and an important advocate for Human Rights, in every regard. This is an insightful and fascinating discussion.
Sarah Stuhr is an offensive tackle for The MN Vixen women's football team. Sarah is a Minnesota lifer. Sarah works for Girls On The Run Twin Cities and Sarah is a FORCE! We loved their energy!
This episode, we a joined by the very dynamic Anahita Champion. She is an award-winning event correspondent, on-air host, founder of Twin Cities Mobile Mommy, and an amazing empowerment leader of young girls throughout the Twin Cities. She also has a great YouTube series and is co-host of a local show that features a wide rang of POC and all kinds of great music. She's very smart, motivated and a very good conversationalist. A perfect start to All Female February!
On Thursday, January 30th, The Brian Oake Show had a Patreon member VIP event at Hook & Ladder in Minneapolis. The night was a huge success. As this is a live recording through a secondary recording device, it will give you the feel of the night, but please find Ben Lubeck's music on iTunes and Spotify under his name or Farewell Milwaukee to hear high quality recordings of their music. Thank you to everyone for coming! Patreon.com/thebrianoakeshow if you'd like to be at the future events.
Ep 25! A milestone!! Youa Vang, writer, booker of bands at MSP and all around acerbic music fan joins us for a lively and insightful conversation. She is kind and very, very funny. Also, she gets the fact that If your windshield wipers are on, YOUR FUCKING HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE ON!! Enjoy the show.
This episode, after a brief moment covering Billie Eilish's historic Grammy sweep, we dive deep with my dear friend Paul Charchian about instrumental music, and the possibly superfluous nature of lyrics in modern music. Paul is so articulate and so fucking smart. This is a must listen.
On this episode, we are joined by the inimitable Bob Collins. For 14 years. he joined Mary Lucia every weekday afternoon to cover the salient news of the day. We have a hilarious talk about his career in radio and journalism, our current (ahem) age of artifice and how some people actually love retirement and not working anymore. He's understated and whip smart.
We were lucky enough to be joined by one of the kindest, most talented Minnesota Musicians and Human Beings either Sean or I have ever met, Ben Lubeck (Farewell Milwaukee). He is the featured performer at our first every Patreon event ever, happening at Hook & Ladder Thurs, Jan 30th. Every early adopter of the podcast is getting invited to this inaugural event. Interested? Patreon.com/BrianOakeShow Cheers!!
Celebrated Minneapolis outfit Kiss The Tiger has a great story, and a new full length on the way...at some point. Want to hear the story? Want to hear a brand new song?? The I suggest listening and learning. Cheers!!
Holy wow!! This is such an exceptional conversation with Lydia Liza. She is not only a great musician and songwriter, she has a truly inspirational story. At one point, the realness of her story has both Sean and me in tears. But it's not all heavy. We also laugh and share some great music from her new album Oh Boy (out on Jan 31). She's so present, so smart and a really great person to spend some time with. This was another really good one.
On this episode, Billy Morrisette returns for his monthly residency. Lucky us. He brings another signature cocktail, more delicious insight and sets you Van Halen haters straight. There's loads of other cool stuff, as well. Just make sure you stick around until the end on this one. It gets juicy.
On this episode we were joined by one of the coolest Humans that I have ever personally met. Jeffrey Morris is writer, director and production designer of the upcoming major motion picture Persephone. He's also an exemplary Human. I am very glad to know him. Pleas check out FutureDude.com
This episode we are talking with two of the most badass Minnesotan Brothers, Terry and Jim Walsh. Musicians, raconteurs, philanthropists. Local fucking heroes... They have a major show, a full-blown Hoot!, coming up this Friday at The Parkway Theater (in S Mpls), to raise money for a impossibly important cause. Listen, share, donate, and amplify. Happy new year, all!!
Twin Cities vocal great Joyann Parker joins us to share her amazing voice, tell us all about the Kickstarter for the new album, and talk about how reinvention can come along when you least expect it. She's wonderful!
