Everyone’s life was changed after their first Warped Tour experience, especially in the case of Christian Picciolini. Christian is a former American extremist who, after spending time with people from the Warped Tour, founded the Free Radicals Project, to prevent extremism and help people disengage from hate movements. Christian explains how easy it is to pulled into these hate organizations because they prey on people in unfortunate situations and people who are desperate to find their purpose:...
May 09, 2022•32 min•Ep. 30
If any of you have gotten a tattoo while at the Warped Tour, don’t tell Kevin… Or his insurance agent! This week, Kevin shares his opinions on tattoos from Warped, tattoos in punk rock, and tattoos in the workplace by catching up with three of his friends whose lives have been changed by tattoos. Kevin talks with Ink Master’s Oliver Peck, who traveled with Warped Tour for years giving tattoos without ever getting permission. Plus, Kevin asks Scott Alderman about his experience creating the Tatto...
Apr 25, 2022•49 min•Ep. 29
After recently rediscovering one of his favorite articles " 9 Public Figures Who Famously Hate Heavy Metal " where he hysterically makes an appearance at number 4, Kevin explains why he referred to the heavy metal community as "Gray, Bald, and Fat." He details a very angry call he received from Sharon Osbourne and why he had to make a public apology to Sharon and Ozzy, plus the whole heavy metal community, after sticking his nose in someone else's business. Get a sneak peek of Kevin's new series...
Apr 11, 2022•13 min•Ep. 1
Whether you lean left or right, the alignment of music and politics has always been extremely important, especially in Punk Rock. In this week's episode, Kevin catches up with 3 of his friends who have done more than their fair share of creating change by reminding people that they can use their voice to make a difference too. HeadCount and #iIVoted are the two largest organizations in America that encourage voting to people attending live concerts. You’ve probably been to a concert or festival ...
Mar 28, 2022•43 min•Ep. 28
Thousands of Bands, Roadies, Bus Drivers, even Journalists, hit their big break while smoldering in the sun in a random parking lot on Warped Tour. It was the perfect place for developing talent in people who had trouble finding a place for themselves in the “real world.” This week, Kevin interviews 3 journalists who all started on the Warped Tour. These young people were seeking a way to escape home and express their creative expression. They joined the circus of the Warped Tour in one way or a...
Mar 15, 2022•44 min•Ep. 27
From ages 5 to 12, Chad Tepper and his family were homeless, finding different places to sleep every night. Listening to bands like Simple Plan and Bowling for Soup gave him the escape he needed and convinced him to pursue music as a career. After gaining attention online for his wild antics, he reached out to Pierre Bouvier and Jaret Reddick directly to tell them how big of a fan he was and that he wanted to make a song. Now, he has a hit record with each one. Kevin interviews Pierre Bouvier an...
Feb 28, 2022•31 min•Ep. 26
When word got out that someone was filming a horror movie on the Warped Tour, every band wanted their own on-screen death scene. Earning “the highest on-screen body count in slasher film history” using entire crowds and over 110 band members doesn’t come easily. Kevin catches up with the Director, Doug Sakmann, to ask how Doug came up with the idea and what it was like to write, shoot, and edit a movie while on the road- especially without letting everyone know! The film achieved enough success ...
Feb 14, 2022•26 min•Ep. 25
We all know, when it comes to driving, it wasn’t Kevin getting everyone across state lines… it was the bus drivers! That’s why this week, Kevin interviews 5 of his favorite tour bus drivers, and 2 bus company owners, to highlight some of the most ridiculous moments from off of the stage. Whether it’s pretending to be a bull and running each other into walls or senior drivers pulling knives on each other, there was never a dull moment when it came to the unique personalities of these road cowboys...
Jan 31, 2022•52 min•Ep. 24
The US justice system is far from perfect. Thousands of people a year are wrongfully put in prison for crimes they did not commit. Kevin sits with Jason Flom, CEO of Lava Records, to highlight the work that Jason does with the Innocence Project in assisting incorrectly incarcerated individuals. Kevin is also joined by Kiera Newsome, Darnell Phillips, and John Huffington, three wrongfully incarcerated citizens that Jason and the Innocence Project were able to assist in releasing from prison. Kier...
Jan 17, 2022•51 min•Ep. 23
Getting it done by any means necessary, by hook or by crook. That is the Brooklyn way. Hear a true 'rags to riches' story as Kevin catches up with a long-time friend and renowned Brooklyn artist, Michael McLeer, better known as Mr. Kaves. Mr. Kaves grew up on the streets of Brooklyn trying to figure out how to use his creativity and artistic skill to make a name for himself. He achieved large fame as a graffiti artist before turning his attention to MC’ing and rapping as the frontman for the Lor...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 19
When CDs went out of style, so did making money from music sales. For years, artists have had to come up with creative ideas to support their careers, especially an artist following the Warped Tour. Whether it be working the Warped BBQ, starting a makeshift bar, or even baking cakes, artists will always find a way to make money using their skills and the things they love. Kevin catches up with 4 different bands to hear how they’ve paid their bills during times when the money wasn’t rolling in. P...
Nov 22, 2021•36 min•Ep. 20
Ever wanted to go camping in the outbacks of Australia? Kevin reunites with the Production Team and the athletes from the Warped Australia Tour to explain why most people should not even try! The artists, crew, and athletes were having the wildest time of their lives- riding in tourism buses, avoiding poisonous spiders, and trying to stop Fletcher from flying a plane. Kevin and the gang explain why this was one of his favorite tours from his career, and how impactful it was to the punk rock comm...
Nov 08, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 19
A 10 foot tall labia, a hyper-realistic murder room, and of course, a missing goat head. Just in time for Halloween, Kevin explains what all these things have in common… they were all a part of one of his greatest failures, The Great American Nightmare. In 2013, Kevin partnered with Rob Zombie on a haunted house experience based around Zombie’s films and the punk rock of the Warped Tour. Actors were beaten up, families were scarred, and Kevin was losing money by the hour. Hear perspectives from ...
Oct 25, 2021•55 min•Ep. 18
Every year, over 30,000 bands compete in a nationwide competition to see who has what it takes to be the next Battle of the Bands champion. The Warped Tour & Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands has been an integral part of punk history for decades. Kevin interviews the current and former CEOs of Ernie Ball, Sterling and Brian, to discuss just that. Sterling details the lessons that his father passed on to him before he was able to take over the business. He and Brian compare how different things ...
Oct 11, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 17
Gritty in Pink is a new organization focused on creating gender equality in the music industry. Kevin invites its founder, Shiragirl, to discuss the disparities in the industry for women and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Shira had started the Shiragirl Stage on the Warped Tour with a focus on empowering girl bands and queer artists such as NO/HUGS and Plasma Canvas, while following Kevin's philosophy- "never judge people, just be a kickass band." Kevin also catches up with one of his favorite...
Sep 27, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 16
If you've ever seen the skaters hitting the vert ramps at Warped Tour you've probably seen our guest this week. Kevin is joined by Steve Caballero, one of skateboardings biggest legends, and Emily Nielsen, the founder of Punk Rock & Paintbrushes. Listen as they tell stories from the road and of how they all got involved with the warped tour community. Also, Kevin discusses the idea of redemption as he explains that some of the biggest partiers he knew have turned their time to creating art a...
Sep 13, 2021•51 min•Ep. 15
If you know the Warped tour you’ve seen an act or two at one of the side stages. What you probably didn’t know was whether that stage was actually part of the tour or if it was set up without permission! Hear the stories that led Kevin to eventually learn how to use the word “No” as he catches up with some legendary DIY stage managers to chat about their greatest successes and worst memories from running a stage. From fights, to riots, to weather destruction, every stage had its own vibe and its...
Aug 30, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 14
Kevin sits with Gary Tovar, the founder of Goldenvoice, who shares his memories of producing his first events in Santa Barbara before moving to LA and harnessing the aggressive energy of punk rock. He explains his connection to the hardcore scene and the responsibility he felt for creating a safe space for these young kids to have a good time. Since there were no sponsors, and no alcohol sales, Gary chose to fund his shows with his “other business”. He would eventually be arrested for this “othe...
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 13
Kevin highlights a few of the charitable events that the Warped Tour contributed to during its traditional “Give Back Days.” Along the way, he catches up with some of the people who cleaned up after Hurricane Rita, Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Sandy, and more, to hear how these moments of giving back changed their lives. Kevin also catches up with an essential member of his crew, his brand and nonprofit manager, Kate Truscott. Kate explains how she ended up on the road and the transformation she...
Aug 02, 2021•58 min•Ep. 12
Kevin highlights a long-time member of his crew, Brian Marquis. Brian started in a band, Therefore I Am, before he realized that this Warped community was filled with hard workers who had wanted to achieve the same goals that he did. Brian recalls the exact moment he pitched Kevin the "Acoustic Basement Stage" before eventually managing the Acoustic Basement Tour. This led him down the path of becoming a successful tour manager for Billie Eilish but, not before everything was nearly lost in a tr...
Jul 19, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 11
Kevin catches up with some amazing Warped families as they recount their favorite and least favorite days from the tour. He interviews the parents to hear about their first impressions of the Warped Tour and how they ultimately decided to support their kids and this wild show. Kevin discusses what led him to allow parents in for free and, why he created the “Reverse Daycare Tent” where parents could chill in the A/C while their kids ran off into the festival. Our nonprofit this week is Charity B...
Jul 05, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 10
Kevin relives his history with the first and last band he ever managed, Less Than Jake. Hear how Kevin turned a potential jail sentence (thank you, unauthorized pyrotechnics) into a profitable moment. Plus, hear why Kevin was eventually fired as Less Than Jake's manager and how the band has continued to have a 30-year career. This week's special guests include every member (new and old) of Less Than Jake, and features Jamie Sivrais, the founder of A Voice For The Innocent, as he explains why he ...
Jun 21, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 9
Kevin talks with the former leaders of action sports apparel, Hurley and Billabong, and highlights the unique environment of the Warped Tour that allowed for brands and bands to work together for the greater good of action sports. Hear how Blink-182 built a relationship with Bob Hurley, the founder of Hurley Apparel, and almost got blacklisted from MTV for wearing Hurley shirts on stage. Plus, Paul Gomez and Rick Devoe discuss the early days of their careers when they were fusing punk rock with ...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 8
Kevin continues catching up with the Warped Roadies and asks them how they ended up on the show and what the experience was like behind the scenes. Hear the Roadies describe the feeling of seeing their faces on the side of Madison Square Garden and how the fame from the show assisted in unexpected ways. Plus, we find out where and what everyone is doing now that the Warped tour has ended. Featuring: Danny Bateman (@therealdannybateman) - Set Up Crew Chief (2005-2014) Terry Lee Myers (@mrterrylee...
May 24, 2021•41 min•Ep. 7
Kevin reunites with 8 Warped Tour veterans who starred in the hit Fuse reality TV show, Warped Roadies! Warped Roadies documented two full nationwide tours and covered the behind-the-scenes life of a roadie on the Warped Tour. This 2 part special starts with stories of how the cast members ended up on the road and found themselves on the show. In part 1, Kevin discusses how the show came to be and what his first impressions were. Plus, Danny Bateman, Terry Myers, Kenny Leath, Steve Sullivan, Dav...
May 10, 2021•59 min•Ep. 6
Kevin talks to the head of one of the most iconic shoe brands of our generation: VANS. Authentic to its core, we hear the real story of how the VANS shoe company started in southern California and grew to prominence in mainstream culture through its steadfast support of the action sports and punk rock communities, as well as the marketing genius of Steve Van Doren. Hear how our beloved Warped tour was nearly titled the “Calvin Klein Warped Tour” and many more stories about our favorite shoe comp...
Apr 26, 2021•56 min•Ep. 5
40 cities in 50 days, life on Vans Warped Tour is no cakewalk. At the end of a long shift, folks needed a break, and since there was no food, they started a BBQ. Since the music on Warped Tour spanned so many genres and bands it was hard to get everyone all in one place. Kevin saw that these BBQs were a great way to not only give people a place to blow off steam but also bring artists and roadies together. Hear stories from Carlos Donohue, who started the first Warped BBQ, and from one of the al...
Apr 12, 2021•57 min•Ep. 4
Kevin relives working on the first Lollapalooza in ‘91 with two remarkable women. Hear about Tana Douglas’ legacy as the first-ever woman roadie and her book "LOUD", as well as stories from Lisa Brownlee’s ever changing Warped Life. From border crossing nightmares to “$5 All You Can Drink” bars in North Carolina, don’t miss out on Lisa and Kevin's legendary road shenanigans! Plus, Kevin speaks with Shaney, the founder of Keep A Breast Foundation, to highlight this incredible organization and the...
Mar 29, 2021•59 min•Ep. 3
Kevin and his dear friend Shelley, founder of TaDa Catering, had to figure out how to feed the hundreds of hungry band members and workers. These food inventions on Warped revolutionized the tour catering industry, so sit back and listen as these stories are told for the first time. Plus, get a front-row seat to one of the wildest moments of the Warped tour’s illustrious history, the legendary “Food Fight”. Come join Kevin, Tony, Fletcher, Eileen, and Shelley as they dive into the history of the...
Mar 15, 2021•59 min•Ep. 2
It’s the summer of 1995 and the headliners are Sublime and No Doubt. The buses are packed with musicians and stow away skaters, so let’s hit the road as we embark on the very first Warped tour! Come hear the unforgettable, untold stories of the first punk rock summer camp narrated by fans and musicians from the first year as they reminisce about what they remember to be the first of many Warped summers. Featuring: Chris Shiflett (@shifty71) - Guitarist for Foo Fighters & No Use For A Name, H...
Mar 01, 2021•49 min•Ep. 1
