Hot Wheel Fish Tank

Sam and I talk about his love for studying different languages, the roots of human expectation, learning to be comfortable with yourself, and then we eat some hot sauce.

Drew and I talk about how he got into selling vintage clothes, his first year as the sole employee and owner of his store, Dandyland, how fashion teaches us things about each other, and much more.

Austin and I talk about him moving to CA, shooting music videos, exploring new realms of inspiration, and much more. Song heard in this episode: "Paola" by Austin Sexton Buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/paola/1418777184?i=1418777849 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

Griffin and I talk about Vein, the simulation theory, pop culture, and much more. Song heard in this episode: "Mecca" by Outlier Buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/mecca/1291808609?i=1291808611 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

I talk about "ya know," soccer, and BROCKHAMPTON.

Gus and I talk about Beg For Death, his life as a chef, and more. Song heard in this episode: "Intro" by Beg For Death Buy it here: https://begfordeath.bandcamp.com/album/bfd-crew Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz. Dont forget to rate, review, and subscribe! #hwft

Aerie and I talk about how she got involved with booking shows, writing and recording music with a producer, odd jobs she's worked in the past, and much more. Song heard in this episode:  "Santa Barbara" by Lovergirl Buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/santa-barbara/1416478065?i=1416478087   Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe. :)

I talk about why I record these conversations in a stereo format, as opposed to a mono format, and I answer questions submitted by some listeners. Thank you for the questions, and, as always, thank you for listening. Song heard in this episode: "Time Flies (ft. Lil B)" by Mac Miller Buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/time-flies-feat-lil-b/1025255443?i=1025255450 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

Vu and I hang out in his backyard to talk about his background with music, how the Bay Area has and hasn't influenced the music he writes, trying to excersize when we can, and more. Song heard in this episode: "002 RARE 001" by VU Listen to it, here: https://soundcloud.com/vuetmoi/002-rare-001 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz

Holehearted and I hang in their tour van and talk about some hilarious tour stories, their new record, the Vegas scene, and much more. Song used in this episode: "Franklin" by Holehearted Buy it here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/franklin/1194144210?i=1194144282 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe if you like this podcast. Cheers!

Nick and I talk about diet, his experiences with playing music, dating, and much more. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

I talk about the KoRn sign, my mental health and the stigma behind seeing a therapist, and Ariana Grande. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

I hang out with my best friend, Sam, and talk about how he strategically put together The Panda Studios in Fremont, CA, adjusting to the married/home-owner life, and how creating music should be about passion, not vanity. Sam also does his own podcast called "Best Friends with Sam Pura." Go subscribe to that! NOTE: from about 15’-31’ there’s a weird hum that slowly gets quieter and quieter (and eventually completely goes away) that also could not be filtered out with a noise gate. Apologies. This conversation is sick, though. Enjoy. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz. Follow Sam on: Instagram: @sampura Twitter: @sampura

Paul and I talk about playing music, getting spin-kicked during the "core" days, and his life as a cook, giver, and expressionist. Listen to & buy the track used in this episode ("Scars On My Face" by morning coffee) here: morningxcoffee.bandcamp.com Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

Jose and I talk about his photography, finding your center, and that time he got left behind at a gas station.

Dai is a soccer coach and the director of coaching at Fremont YSC (the competitive youth soccer club of Fremont, CA). We talk about his move from Wales to the States, youth development, fitness & proper habits, and The World Cup. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe!

Bryan and I talk about “unpopular opinions,” New-Music Fridays, and The World Cup. Also, Bryan’s solo project, Olivver the Kid, just released a single titled “Overreacting” so there are some links down there. You will also hear about a minute of it in this episode. YouTube: https://youtu.be/CfNblPmHokE iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/overreacting-single/1408765188 Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.

Megan and I talk about how we met, her career as a radio personality, dealing with stress/life's afflictions, and how empathy is cool. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz. ...and do that "rate, review, and subscribe" thing.

I put out a free zine and got some new mics. You can hear my allergies, perfectly.

Jeff moved to the Big Island of Hawaii on a whim and ended up living there for nearly three years. He shares a few stories about his time living in the countryside of the Big Island, and we discuss the current lava flow of Kilauea. Theme song originally produced, mixed, and mastered by Casey Benz.