Ahoy hoy, black-clad youth and kinky goblins! Welcome to another spooktacular episode of Jam Sandwich. On today's installment I'm once again joined by my old friend Luca Cimarusti. As was the case the last time he was on the show, we over served ourselves a bit and things got loose. Some questionable opinions are definitely shared. The original plan was to listen to a couple of Ozzy albums, but instead we played a random assortment of songs that get us stoked for the season. We set a fire to our...
Oct 03, 2017•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 63
Hey lickers! Welcome to another installment of your favorite toilet pig show, Jam Sandwich . On this 'sode, I welcome my lovely wife back to the show to discuss one of our favorite bands, ABBA . We do a decent job talking about the band, but we also get into a tizzy and as is usually the case when CJ comes on and we both get a little nasty. She even got in on the raunch this time. We're breaking her shyness and the freak is coming out. So if you're a diehard ABBA fan that somehow stumbled across...
Aug 22, 2017•2 hr 11 min
Hot dang, it's another installment of Jam Sandwich, babies! We've gotsa real juicy one for youse guys today. In the world of podcasting there's dream guests and then there's Josh Androsky . What can I say, I love to butter this beautiful man up! I've known this sweet prince for several years now and whenever our paths cross both laughs and consensual kisses are shared. He wanted to listen to Brian Eno 's 1973 masterpiece Here Come The Warm Jets and I couldn't have been more on board. Surprisingl...
Aug 15, 2017•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 61
Greetings curbs dogs, ramp rats and skate betty's alike and welcome to another installment of Jam Sandwich. Much like JS053, this one is more of a radio show than a podcast. No guests, just your horned up stoner host to guide you through a magical journey of curated tunes. This episode is all about skate videos and the music that lies within their sacred walls. Any long time listener won't be surprised to hear this one as I mention skateboarding all the gosh darn time. Growing up I dedicated cou...
Aug 13, 2017•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 60
Ahoy hoy mateys and welcome back aboard the good sub that is Jam Sandwich! On today's episode, we're joined once again by good friend of the show Mike Conway ! If you're a long time licker of the sammich, you're already familiar with Mr. Conway and what to expect during his visits. For example, we managed to bring up Skankin' Pickle within the first few minutes. Usually when Mike visits we tend to trail off topic, but today we're speaking about one of our all time favorite bands, The B-52's , so...
Jul 12, 2017•2 hr 34 min
Well shoot, Joe McAdam makes a quick return to the Palace of Sin for another hot steamy Jam Sandwich . This episode was recorded on May 18th, which also happened to be the same day Chris Cornell of Soundgarden passed away. Joe suggested we listen to Badmotorfinger to memorialize the fallen singer, but if I'm being perfectly honest I was never really much of a Soundgarden fan and I didn't wanna have the episode come off as a half assed eulogy. Instead I decided we should start with Gregg Allman's...
Jun 14, 2017•1 hr 34 min
Today's episode is a real doozey. Our old friend Farout returns to airwaves, bringing along with him his tourmate of the moment, Coolzey . We recorded this bad bish a while ago, but you're just getting it now because thats the way things go. My sincere apologies to Farout and Coolzey for not being timely. Coolzey specifically plugs a bunch of shows for the end of April, so thats fun to hear in June. As a new guest, Coolzey was given the reigns on what we'd be jammin' and to my delight he picked ...
Jun 07, 2017•2 hr 14 min
Hey lickers, I'm back! Sorry for the vacation; had a get little getaway. Just kidding, I got an HBO GO password from my parents, so I finally got to see The Wire. Now, 45 days later, the show has returned. I'm stoked to help reinstate the show with a fresh guest that I've wanted on since the beginning, Joe McAdam . Joe and I used to do a different podcast, Revolutions Per Minute, which was pretty similar to this one, until he moved out west. Mr. McAdam was in town for a brief spell and we squeez...
May 31, 2017•2 hr 24 min
On today's installment of the show, I'm joined by my good friend Adam "Squirtzel" Hirzel . We're close friends in due thanks to the fact that we like a lot of the same music. We worked together in a record store and he's damn fine at that job. We discuss Link Wray 's Three Track Shack period and how it's some of the finest American music ever recorded. Double damn fine! I also pick his brain over what its like to sling vinyl for a living and the many misconceptions that come with the job. One mi...
Apr 11, 2017•2 hr 37 min
Whoa, it's a bonus episode! You might be asking yourself " But Nick, sometimes you take a whole week off for no reason what so ever. Wouldn't it make sense to bank roll this thing over till next week, in case you get lazy again? " While that actually makes the most sense, no, I will not be doing that. I play by my own rules, babies. This is a very special episode without any guests. In fact, I barely talk on it. As a direct response to some recent feedback, I present you with an " All Last Songs...
Apr 06, 2017•1 hr 16 min
My, what a long strange trip this episode turned out to be! On today's show I'm joined by my old friend Luca Cimarusti. An accomplished musician (Luggage, Heavy Times, Catburglars) and music journalist, this proud Italian is one of my favorite people to discuss and argue the merits of our favorite albums. It's kind of crazy it took me so long to get him on the show because we go way back. We not only grew up in the same home town, but he's been roommates with my wife and I on numerous occasions....
Apr 04, 2017•2 hr 45 min
Ahoy, maties! Settle in and get ready for another large serving of Jam Sandwich. On today's show I'm joined by Drug Factory Press kingpin Ryan Duggan . As a former room/bandmate, we've spent a lot of time together and on this episode we get to catch up. We listen to Black Flag and the Minutemen while discussing Ryan's work, our shared histories and french kissing. Even though he's only in his early 30s Ryan has created a heavy body of work. If you're familiar with it, this is your chance to take...
Mar 28, 2017•2 hr 40 min
Hold onto your balls, it's an all new episode of Jam Sandwich! My good friend Brad VandenBerg returns so we could get down to 1981 Rick James classic Street Songs . He's a very kinky guest, the kinda that makes you call him dad-dah! He also created the Jam Sandwich corporate logo, so you know the man has good taste. We spent the afternoon at a brewery and I want to the good times going, so I picked up a Mary Jane single, he got some more suds puppies and what proceeded next is what you have befo...
Mar 14, 2017•1 hr 21 min
Holy schlitts, Jam Sandwich is now 50 deep. I've now been recording episodes of this show for a year, give or take a few weeks when I took a sabbatical. On this episode I'm joined once again by my good friend Kevin Goggin . He's the show's composer and he delivered an extra special treat for the special occasion. Today we listen to Devo 's Duty Now For The Future , along with some other classic singles and deep cuts. Anyway, we discuss the band and the importance of recognizing Devolution as it ...
Feb 28, 2017•1 hr 51 min
Today's episode is all about redemption. Redemption podcast. Way back on JS005, I attempted to do a reggae episode, but I not only did massive bong rips , clouding my fragile mind, but my guests didn't know squat or even care for the genre. It's one of the best worst episodes. It took me a while, but I invited my good friend Ethan D'Ercole to join me for a proper discussion of Rock Steady. We spin one of his favorite albums, Alton Ellis 's Sunday Coming along with a slew of classic singles. This...
Feb 21, 2017•1 hr 37 min
Close your eyes and make a wish, for there's much to celebrate! Today's VERY SPECIAL episode Jam Sandwich marks two wonderful occasions. I'm joined once again by my lovely wife Claire, but there's a bit of a twist. This was recorded at the Palace of Sin on Valentine's Day 2017 and as a romantic gesture, I promised my love that I wouldn't be overly pervy this time around as that's usually the case when she makes an appearance. Secondly, today is her birthday so I figured I'd drop a deuce on all y...
Feb 17, 2017•1 hr 24 min
Friend of the show Marty DeRosa returns to the Palace of Sin for another thrilling installment of Jam Sandwich. Marty's pick of the week was N.W.A. 's 1988 debut classic, Straight Outta Compton . Along the way, we discuss the effect gangsta rap had on us as kids, particularly in regards to women's hygiene . It was educational to say the least. We were having such a good time that we kept chatting for a little bit even after the album wrapped. Some fun bonus stuff at the end too. HINT: It involve...
Feb 14, 2017•1 hr 45 min
The world's finest guest returns as I once again sit down with my lovely wife for another thrilling installment of Jam Sandwich. It wasn't really planned, but I had a guest cancel so I figured why not bring in this sexy, educated woman once again? We listen to It's All Around You by Chicago's very own Tortoise , while I bombard her with nothing but cheeky innuendo. Who am I kidding, it's straight forward filth at times. We both throw out a few new knuckle tattoo ideas and discuss whether or not ...
Feb 01, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Grab an Old Style and a steamed dog, as my dear friend Meg MacDuff joins us for today's episode. Meg is an absolute ripper who's been shredding Chicago and beyond for well over a decade now. Our old bands used to play shows together, but these she's currently doing her thing in Bleach Party and Montrose Man , which I highly recommend you check out. We listen to the Jesus Lizard and the Exploding Hearts while discussing road pickles, meeting your heroes, and getting arrested for visiting the most...
Jan 24, 2017•1 hr 48 min
Holy smokies, Goodrich Gevaart is back in the Palace of Sin for another installment of Happy Hour Sam'mich Time. We had so much fun on last week's episode that I convinced Goody to keep the party going!! Hey... you party? That's good cause you're in the right place. Today we listen to the self titled, 1973 debut release from Betty Davis, which gets tings turned up real quick. I love this album and I think you will too. We're already kind of pervs, but that beacon of sexual empowerment really tur...
Jan 17, 2017•1 hr 16 min
Friend of the show Goodrich Gevaart returns to jam yer airwaves once again on this episode of THE 'WICH . We were supposed to focus on glam rock, but instead we both ended up grazing in the grass too long and Goody's inner chav came out. Then that chav wouldn't go away. This episode might as well be called CHAV TALK , which makes for a great knuckle tattoo now that I think about it. Anyhoo, we listen to mega creep Gary Glitter and the always bad ass Suzi Quatro. Slade sneaks a song in cause thos...
Jan 11, 2017•1 hr 30 min
After a brief holiday break, my dear friend Mike Conway returns to the show to help me usher in a new year. In 2016, I really embraced the 7" so I figured we'd start 2017 with a bunch of classic punk 45s cause thats my sheee-it. As is tradition, Mike makes some incredibly outlandish statements and I react accordingly. On this episode we discuss George Michael's music videos, as well as the merits of record collecting and also waxing your scrotum. SUBSCRIBE and tell your lovely friends. Jam Sandw...
Jan 04, 2017•1 hr 45 min
Jah humbug, lickers! On today's episode, I welcome back my lovely wife Claire to discuss some Christmas classics. It was also done in candle light, wrapped in blankets while drinking beers in our dining room. We talk about "wet slappies" and embracing snug season. This one is fun because it gets sexual. It'll warm your bones quicker than a big cup of hot cocoa! Put a marshmallow in it and throw on some baby powder cause it's time to stay in. Jam Sandwiches can also be found at: jamsandwichpodcas...
Dec 14, 2016•1 hr 28 min
I'm tickled pink to have my good friend Tommy McNamara on today's show. He's one of those folks who you can tell really loves music by hearing him talk about it. His very presence is straight up angelic. I love Tommy and I think you will too. Mr. Mac frequently does his "Unplugged" show in New York and I highly encourage you to go check him out. We listen to Dusty In Memphis and Pleased To Meet Me . It's good. You know what's not good? Cheap coffee. As I'm writing this, I'm drinking the worst co...
Nov 29, 2016•1 hr 21 min
Sure the whole world is on fire and all I can do is think about the impending apocalypse, but for today's episode I simply needed to blow off some steam by getting stoned to the bone and giggling like a wee little sex pig. As is becoming a reoccurring theme, I had a guest cancel last minute so I went back to Friesen Point Studios so that super producer Dan could join me AND do all the post work editting for me. Ain't I a lil' stinker? We listen to Devo 's Duty Now For The Future and discuss Scot...
Nov 22, 2016•1 hr 26 min
Welcome back, lickers! On today's episode I'm joined by my good friend Brad VandenBerg. I've mentioned him on the show before and he created the Jam Sandwich logo, so know that it looks good because of this sweet man. On today's show, we dig into the soundtrack of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City because it's probably the best video game soundtrack ever. We barely scratch the surface, but then again it would be an 8 hour long episode if we crammed it all in. I mostly grill Brad about being a gamer be...
Nov 08, 2016•1 hr 55 min
Phew, we've finally made it to the end of Skatoberfest! I'm not gonna lie, it was somewhat exhausting doing all these extra episodes and I did it in the name of ska. Can't say I saw that coming when I started the show. Given that Marty started the series, we had to wrap things up with super producer Dan. I ventured back to Friesen Point Studios and let Dan pick out his favorite Mighty Mighty Bosstones album. Dude grew up LOVING this band and it's pretty clear as we get into it their history. We'...
Oct 28, 2016•57 min
Trick or treat, pound my meat, your dink is something good to beat! With Halloween just around the corner I felt like dropping a special treat in your goody bags, so I'm reissuing an early, Halloween themed episode of my old show Revolutions Per Minute . Prior to hosting Jam Sandwich , I did a similar show with my dear friend Joe McAdam (@joemcadam on twitter) and quite frankly I don't think many people heard it the first time around. I loved doing this show and I've mentioned it on the Sammy be...
Oct 25, 2016•1 hr 30 min
On this episode we're skanking right along with the third installment of Skatoberfest! My good friend Sara Bassick (Johnny & The Limelights, Summer Girlfriends) joins me as we visit Berkeley's own Operation Ivy 's Energy, considered by many to be the very first ska-core album. We discussed our early punk roots, what the Boston scene was like for a young punk girl and how they've played a role in our values as adults. I also plug the hell out of my current favorite soda and rant on my hatred ...
Oct 21, 2016•1 hr 20 min
Trick or treat! This episode is kinda both? Welcome to a seasonal spread from Jam Sandwich. On today's episode you're given a crash course in history of the Misfits . Think of it as Cliff Burton's Notes, if you will. 'Fits 101, dudeguy. I've been sick as a dog this past week so I wasn't able to bring over a guest, but I figured now would be a good time to fully geek out on one of my favorite bands. I love them not just for their music, but their story is also so, so good. This episode was also r...
Oct 18, 2016•49 min
