Bestselling Author Jason Louv joins the No Simple Road Crew this week for an in depth look at his new book 'John Dee and the Empire of Angels' as well as discussion about how psychedelics and Magick go together, the history behind his personal work, how certain books are 'alive' and a ton more. This is a heady talk and one that lies very close to the heart of NSR. Check out the new Bestseller at: www.johndee007.com To learn more about Jason visit: www.jasonlouv.com And for Jason's online school ...
Apr 23, 2018•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 39
Alex (@noladeadhead) hangs out with the No Simple Road Crew and we dig into how he came into the family from an unexpected avenue, how a concert is actually the original social media, what its like to be recognized for your work, and his experience at his first Dead & Company show. This was a fun interview that could, honestly, have gone all night! Check out his work at: @noaldeadhed on Instagram ***Leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find o...
Apr 16, 2018•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 38
Greyhounds join us for a talk about a band coming from an LA Weekly ad, wearing different clothes, where the inspiration comes from, being open to new experience and a whole bunch more. We had a blast talking to them and I think you'll dig hearing what they have to say. Check out the new Greyhounds Album "Cheyenne Valley Drive" on: Apple Music Google Play Music or wherever you steam or download your music! ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Goo...
Apr 09, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 37
Umphrey's McGee played the Crystal Ballroom here in Portland and we were lucky enough to be there! The No Simple Road Crew recaps the night's festivities with a talk about dancing bears, trees with different fruit, expanding our musical interests, and basically enjoys the afterglow of an evening having our faces melted right the hell off! Check Out the new album "It's Not Us" on Apple Music Google Play Music or where ever you stream or download your tunes. ***If you like what you hear please, le...
Apr 02, 2018•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 36
Jeremy St.Rebel drops by to talk the to the NSR Crew about his incredible journey from selling shirts in the lot at the Vegas Dead shows in the '90's to having a successful business, putting on Tie Dye fashion shows, meeting his heroes, and having Oteil walk down his runways! Check out Jeremy's work at: jamminon.com and on Instagram @jamminontiedyestudio ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show an...
Mar 25, 2018•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 35
Esteban DeCorazon joins the NSR crew for a talk about solo journeys with the sacred mushroom, DMT space, and his personal confrontation with "She Who Shall Not Be Named". Check out The Portland Psychedelic Society on Facebook: Portland Psychedelic Society for news, information and event info. ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, and e...
Mar 18, 2018•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 34
Daniel Donato spends some time with the NSR Crew talking about growing up and finding his purpose, the legacy of the Grateful Dead, the value of working hard at his craft, and how it feels to have to carry his own gear! ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, and exploration of this long strange trip we call life*** No Simple Road needs ...
Mar 12, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 33
The mythical being known as Sallah joins us this week to talk about the LA Dead Night! This is the man behind the curtain of that event and we chat about being a part of the scene, learning a secret language, the next generation of The Family, and a ton of other stuff! Go to LA Dead Night to get more info and fid out the where and when of the next one and check out Sallah on Instagram @bluesforsallah ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Pl...
Mar 05, 2018•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 32
This is a long strange episode this week Family! We spend a morning on the porch after Darkstar Orchestra discussing psychedelics, first shows, getting honest with our listeners, and the growing family. We actually do re-cap the show about an hour in but before that is good ol' morning after conversation. It's a heady episode filled with some deep talk. Enjoy!!!! CALLING ALL NSR FAMILY: Our Brother Chuck from the Chris Robinson Brotherhood Family and Raven's Reels Almanac needs our help. Please ...
Feb 26, 2018•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 31
John Kadlecik joins the No Simple Road Crew and takes us to school! We talked about his life's trajectory, the evolution of music, the San Francisco music scene and Family Dog, and really get to know the man behind the beautiful music. You guys are gonna love this one and you are gonna learn a bunch! ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laugh...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 30
We are waiting to release our weekly episode until this Tuesday but we didn't want to leave you all hangin'. So, here's the Schapladay Crew chilling in the basement talking about what is coming up in the next few months and thanking you guys, the NSR Family for being the most amazing group of humans out there! Stay tuned this coming Tuesday for our announcement and an interview with John Kadlecik! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Feb 18, 2018•46 min•Ep. 29
The Grateful Dead, 50 years ago, played at the Crystal Ballroom here in Portland, Oregon. This is the Schapladay recap of Phil Lesh and The Terrapin Family Band playing there on that anniversary. It was a night of amazing vibration, realization, and family. This one will just make you FEEL GOOD! ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, an...
Feb 12, 2018•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 29
M.C. Taylor of Hiss Golden Messenger joins the NSR crew for a candid and thoughtful interview! We talk about his journey, living in The South, the influences that have shaped him, the Grateful Dead, and bath time! Check out the new album "Hallelujah Anyhow" on iTunes or anywhere you stream or download music. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 05, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 28
The Garcia Birthday Band is Portland, Oregon's homegrown Grateful Dead Tribute Band. Some of the guys stopped by Casa De Schapladay and we talked about being honored to play Dead tunes, the difference between a "Cover" band and a "Tribute" outfit, and how accidents can become the most fun you can have! These guys are the real deal! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 28, 2018•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 27
Virtuoso Producer/Guitarist Eric Krasno of Lettuce, Soulive, Oteil & Friends, just to name a few.... talks to the NSR crew this week! We talk about his new Album "Blood From a Stone", how mentors have shaped his playing, playing with his heroes, finding his own sound, and growing up musical! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 21, 2018•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 26
Not-so-ordinary Visionary Artist Joe Roberts hangs out with the Schapladay Crew and shares with us his visions of the world. We talk about the Other Side, Dimethyltryptamine as a technology, communication with our pets, and hearing the music of life. This was a fun and inspirational talk and one that will surprise you. Check out Joe's art on Instagram: @lsdworldpeace Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2018•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 25
It's a New Year and we get right down to business! Jeremy Dean is the Graphic Designer behind the logos for Dead & Company's Summer and Fall Tours as well as the mind behind some of the artwork for John Mayer's shows with Dave Chappell amongst other things. We talk about transforming into a Deadhead, living on your talent, and the combination of hardcore punk rock and Grateful Dead. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
Jan 08, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 24
An early New Year's celebration becomes an episode of No Simple Road. Adam from SWIMM just happens to be my Daughter's Boyfriend so, we took the opportunity to find out what makes him tick. We talk about his start in drumming, living as a musician, meeting your heroes, and Darwin's farts. Its a fun episode filled with laughter, celebration, and New Years wishes. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 31, 2017•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 23
It's a Christmas miracle! The No Simple Road Family spends some time with legendary bass wizard Oteil Burbridge. We talk about getting the call from Dead & Company, how the audience is playin' in the band, living in coincidence, the meaning of "Zambi", Col. Bruce Hampton and a whole lot more. Check out Oteil's new Album 'Water In The Desert' on iTunes and anywhere you stream or download music. If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so ...
Dec 25, 2017•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 22
We spend some time with Eligh from Grand Tapestry. Grand Tapestry fuses traditional Indian music and it's unlikely but perfect companion, a flow of rhymes from a beautiful mind. We talk about psychics, Grand Tapestry's vision for their future, dreaming big, and knowing when to reel it in! You can check out the majesty of Grand Tapestry's self titled album on: [Apple Music](https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/grand-tapestry/1154634754) [Google Music](https://play.google.com/music/r/m/A6n2ng5ge3ihbu...
Dec 11, 2017•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 20
The Schapladay Crew recaps the Chris Robinson Brotherhood show. We introduce a couple new members of the Family, talk about the Hippie Vortex, feeling included, and finding somewhere you can just be you. It's an episode filled with good vibes, lots of love, and well intentioned ribbing. ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, and explora...
Dec 04, 2017•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 19
Johnathan Hart is the host of The Brokedown Podcast. He's a digital wizard that stitches together the music we all love into tapestries of sonic goodness. We spend some time on the porch talking about what makes the Grateful Dead great, listening for the secret, and searching for the sound. To check out the Brokedown Podcast: [Brokedown Podcast in Apple Podcasts](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/brokedown-podcast/id1215027160?mt=2) [Brokedown Podcast Homepage](https://brokedownpodcast.blogspo...
Nov 27, 2017•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 18
We take a journey inside the mind of artist and friend Chuck Hues. He's done pieces for bands like The Grateful Dead and our new friends Wookiefoot. We talk about the process of creation, finding the flow, and becoming one with the music. To see more of Chuck's art or hire him to do some amazing creation for you got to: [IMAGINATION FOR HIRE](http://www.artguychuck.com/) ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out ...
Nov 20, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 17
A story of heroin's tendrils, love winning, friends before lovers, and what magnetic attraction really feels like. Aaron & Melanie tell the story of how they ended up together and have become the Mama and Papa Bears of the Schapladay Family. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/nosimpleroad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2017•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 16
We spend a morning on The Porch with the whole Schapladay Family re-capping the amazing Hard Working Americans & Tedeschi Trucks show. It's a talk about couples, family, love, and speaking to a stranger. ***If you like what you hear please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, and exploration of this strange trip we call life*** **Check out our Patreon at:** [No Simp...
Nov 06, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 15
Comedian and arch-wizard Duncan Trussell joins the Schapladay Crew for a discussion about the Universal Mind, cosmic chefs, Bluegrass Music and LSD, labels, telepathy, 60,000 simultaneous orgasms, and learning to love Darth Vader when he takes off the mask. Duncan's podcast, "[The Duncan Trussell Family Hour](http://www.duncantrussell.com/)" is, by far, the most fun, informative, transformational, inspirational, and chaotic show out there... head over to his site for tour dates, news, past episo...
Oct 29, 2017•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 14
We talk to Tom from Colorado, a 24 year old Head, about the glory of slingin' tacos, waking up to find out that you are the eyes of the world, and how the older generation should embrace the travelers finding their way onto the bus. ***Please, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play so more of us can find out about the show and this thing grows into a juggernaut of love, and laughs, and exploration of the scene we love.*** **Check out our Patreon at:** [No Simple Road](http...
Oct 23, 2017•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 13
We have our first ever listener On The Porch as we talk about how Chris found the Grateful Dead, tripped at a Rainbow Gathering, and why "the woo" shouldn't be disparaged. **Check out our Patreon at:** [No Simple Road](https://www.patreon.com/nosimpleroad) Follow us on Instagram: @nosimpleroad Chris' New Podcast " **Coming Out of the Emerald Closet**" can be found here: [Coming Out of the Emerald Closet](https://comingoutoftheemeraldcloset.com/) **Check out Chris's blog posts for PEERS** (Portla...
Oct 19, 2017•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 12
We talk this week with Alex from the Portland Cannabis Community about his stay here at the Schapladay Pad, how it feels to be welcomed and accepted, creating a Tribe, and a recap of a recent psychedelic journey here at the house. Hit up our Patreon page at: [https://www.patreon.com/nosimpleroad](https://www.patreon.com/nosimpleroad "OUR PATREON PAGE") Follow us on Instagram: @nosimpleroad A want to thank **Tiffany Poucher** and **Lorenzo Loera** for being our **very first Patreon supporters**! ...
Oct 12, 2017•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 11
An evening on the porch with part of our found Family from Vegas gets deep. We are truly all over the map on this one folks!!! Everywhere from the Eagles to me as a Virtual Reality Grandpa. You just gotta hear it!! Check out our Patreon page and help out The NSR Family at: [www.nosimpleroad.com/nosimpleroad](https://www.patreon.com/nosimpleroad) On Instagram @nosimpleroad And check out the website and forums at: [https://www.nosimpleroad.com/](https://www.nosimpleroad.com/) Support this show htt...
Oct 02, 2017•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 10
