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The Rock Pod

Your backstage pass to the wildest stories in rock "n" roll history.Hosted by Jimmy—rock trivia junkie, liner-note addict, and guy who still thinks cassettes were underrated—The Rock Pod takes you deep into the music, mayhem, and madness behind the legends.From epic albums and infamous feuds to one-hit wonders and vanishing acts, each fully scripted episode is a mix of deep research, dry humor, and serious love for all things loud.New episodes weekly on Tuesday. Classic rock, glam, grunge, punk, and

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All Episodes

10:40

Guns N' Roses: Chaos, Riffs And The Most Beautiful...

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/19

This week on The Rock Pod, we dive headfirst into the wild, reckless, and legendary saga of Guns N’ Roses — the band that took the Sunset Strip by force and rewrote the rules of rock ‘n’ roll along the way. From the grimy early days on the streets of L.A., to the explosive rise of Appetite for Destruction, to backstage fights, riots, addictions, lawsuits, and the longest album rollout in rock history… this is GNR like you’ve never heard it.Jimmy breaks down the origins, the chaos, the riffs, the

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2:55

This Week In Rock Music History 11/17-11/23

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/17

This week in rock history delivered live brilliance and rebellious swagger. On Nov 17, 1970, Elton John recorded his explosive radio concert that became the legendary 17-11-70 album. On Nov 23, 1964, The Rolling Stones were banned from the BBC — a move that only boosted their bad-boy mystique. And on the same day in 1974, the Stones scored their fifth #1 U.S. album with It’s Only Rock ’n Roll.A week of wild energy, iconic moments, and pure rock attitude. Listen now at TheRockPod.com 🎸#TheRockPod

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7:51

Gary Wright / Dream Weaver

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/12

Step into the cosmic soundscape of Gary Wright—the man who turned dreams into hits. From his early days in Spooky Tooth to becoming a trusted friend of George Harrison, Gary carved out a unique path that gave us timeless classics like Dream Weaver and Love Is Alive. In this episode of The Rock Pod, we dive into his life, his friendships with the Beatles, his groundbreaking use of synthesizers, and the backstories that made his music soar. Casual, humorous, and informative—this one’s for the

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3:47

This Week in Rock Music History 11/10-11/16

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/10

This week in rock history is loaded with iconic moments. Bowie stepped into his Thin White Duke era with Golden Years, Queen released their first U.S. single, The Rolling Stones shocked America on Ed Sullivan, Elvis hit the big screen for the first time, and Freddie Mercury made his final public appearance. Add in a stack of rock birthdays and you’ve got another legendary week in rock ’n’ roll.Listen now at TheRockPod.com 🎸#TheRockPod #RockHistory #ThisWeekInRock #ClassicRock #DavidBowie #Queen

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9:46

Red Hot Chili Peppers: Biographies, Backstories &...

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/05

From Hollywood streets to global stages, The Red Hot Chili Peppers have been the kings of chaos, funk, and emotional vulnerability for four decades. In this episode, Jimmy dives deep into the band’s wild beginnings, the devastating loss of Hillel Slovak, the spiritual return of John Frusciante, the Rick Rubin-produced golden era, and the legacy of the tube-sock-wearing funk-punks who redefined rock.With hilarious anecdotes, raw truths, and a whole lotta slap bass, this is a must-listen for every

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2:37

This Week In Rock Music History 11/3-11/9

The Rock Pod ·

2025/11/03

From magazine milestones to musical masterpieces, this week in rock history hits all the right notes. Rolling Stone magazine made its debut on November 9, 1967, with John Lennon on the cover—changing how the world talked about music forever. Queen dropped News of the World in 1977, giving us the eternal anthems We Will Rock You and We Are the Champions. MTV Unplugged premiered in 1989, proving that rock can roar even when the amps are off. And in 2013, we said goodbye to Lou Reed—a true pioneer who

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8:43

Steve Miller: The Joker, Space Cowboy, Gangster of Love

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/28

From The Joker to Abracadabra and every hit in between, Steve Miller carved his place as the Space Cowboy and the Gangster of Love. In this episode of The Rock Pod, we dive into his early roots, his psychedelic San Francisco years, the rise of his mega-hits, and the fun backstories that make his music unforgettable. Informative, casual, and a little humorous—this one’s for every classic rock fan who still hums along when 'Fly Like an Eagle' hits the radio.Listen Now on TheRockPod.com#TheRockPod

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9:04

The Rock Pod / Cheap Trick: From Rockford To Budokan

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/21

When Cheap Trick formed in the early 70s in Rockford, Illinois, nobody could have guessed they’d become cult heroes on one continent and global rock stars on another.With Rick Nielsen’s checkerboard guitars and madcap energy, Robin Zander’s powerhouse vocals, Tom Petersson’s invention of the 12-string bass, and Bun E. Carlos’s chain-smoking everyman drumming, they didn’t look like your average rock band. And that’s exactly why people loved them.Their big break? Japan. By the late ’70s, they were

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3:50

This Week In Rock History 10/20-10/26

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/20

This week in rock history was full of highs, lows, and birthdays that shaped the sound of generations. On October 20, 1977, Lynyrd Skynyrd’s tragic plane crash shook the world of Southern rock, cutting short the lives of Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and Cassie Gaines. Back in 1958, Bill Haley & His Comets rocked West Berlin so hard that the concert ended in a riot, sparking a temporary ban on rock shows.But it wasn’t all tragedy—this week also celebrates the births of legends like Tom Petty

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9:23

Kiss: Gods of Thunder

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/18

The Rock Pod cranks up the amps for a deep dive into KISS, the self-proclaimed Gods of Thunder. From the smoky clubs of New York to pyrotechnic-packed arenas, this episode takes you behind the makeup, the madness, and the merch that made KISS one of the loudest legacies in rock history. It’s fire, blood, glitter, and a whole lotta rock ’n’ roll!Listen Now @ TheRockPod.comOld Glory offers over 300,000 items for music, sports, entertainment, and pop culture fans, featuring officially licensed merch

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15:34

Top 10 Greatest Rock Bands of All Time

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/14

What’s the greatest rock band of all time? The Beatles? Led Zeppelin? The Stones? Or maybe you’re Team Nirvana, Team Queen, or you’ve got AC/DC cranked up so loud you didn’t even hear the question.In this episode, Jimmy dives headfirst into one of the most heated debates in music history — counting down The Rock Pod’s Top 10 Greatest Rock Bands of All Time. From the psychedelic brilliance of Pink Floyd to the swagger of the Stones, from stadium-shaking Queen to the raw power of Nirvana, we explore

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3:08

This Week In Rock Music History / Oct 13 - Oct 19

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/13

From the spark of Beatlemania to the thunder of AC/DC, this week in rock music history is stacked with milestones. On October 13, 1963, The Beatles lit up British television and sent Beatlemania into overdrive. A decade later, The Rolling Stones topped the UK charts with Goats Head Soup and its unforgettable ballad Angie. By 1980, AC/DC’s Back in Black went Platinum, solidifying their comeback after Bon Scott’s passing. And in 1982, KISS roared back to their hard rock roots with Creatures of the

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9:04

The Rock Pod / Seven Mary Three: Beyond Cumbersome

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/08

In this episode of The Rock Pod, we’re diving headfirst into the story of Seven Mary Three—the post-grunge rockers who gave us the iconic ‘90s anthem “Cumbersome” and a whole lot more. From their college roots and explosive rise to the pressures of radio success and artistic evolution, we break down the journey of a band that never quite got its full due.Host Jimmy takes you behind the riffs, the record deals, and the raw emotion that powered 7M3’s sound—plus the backstories, side roads, and

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2:33

This Week In Rock Music History 10/06 - 10/12

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/06

From Beatles breakthroughs to Zeppelin dominance, this week in rock history had it all. On October 6, 1969, George Harrison stepped into the spotlight when The Beatles released Something, the first Harrison-penned A-side. That same day in 1979, Led Zeppelin’s In Through the Out Door hit #1 in the U.S., marking the last chart-topping moment before John Bonham’s passing. But it wasn’t all triumph—on October 6, 1966, rock lost Johnny Kidd of Johnny Kidd & the Pirates in a tragic car crash.Triumphs,

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9:17

The Rock Pod / Pearl Jam: Vitalogy and the Voice of a...

The Rock Pod ·

2025/10/03

From the ashes of Mother Love Bone to the heights of global superstardom, Pearl Jam carved their own path through the grunge explosion—and then swerved to avoid it. In this epic episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy dives headfirst into the legacy of Eddie Vedder and the band that redefined what it meant to stay true in an industry built on compromise.We’ll unpack the stories behind iconic tracks like “Alive,” “Jeremy,” and “Better Man,” explore the band’s war with Ticketmaster, and follow their evolution

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9:17

The Rock Pod / Cake: From Sacramento to "Short...

The Rock Pod ·

2025/09/30

From The Distance to Short Skirt/Long Jacket, we’re slicing into the quirky, funky, trumpet-blaring world of Cake!Hear the back stories, the irony, the lineup changes, and the hits that made them one of the most unique bands of the ‘90s and 2000s.Listen now on The Rock Pod! TheRockPod.com#TheRockPod #AllKillerNoFiller #RockPodcast #AltRock #90sRock #IndieRock #CakeTheBand #TheDistance #ShortSkirtLongJacket #NeverThere #ComfortEagle #AltRockLegends #RockHistory #MusicPodcast #OnRepeat

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2:56

This Week In Rock Music History / Sept. 29 - Oct. 5

The Rock Pod ·

2025/09/29

From punk-tinged new wave to piano-driven perfection, this week in rock history covers it all. The Police scored their first UK #1 with Message in a Bottle, Grand Funk Railroad hit the top of the U.S. charts with We’re an American Band, and The Beatles made their official debut with Love Me Do. Meanwhile, Elton John dropped his masterpiece Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and Cream launched their farewell tour. A week of firsts, lasts, and everything legendary in between.Listen now at TheRockPod.com

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9:17

The Rock Pod / Offspring: Smash, Snark and Survival

The Rock Pod ·

2025/09/26

From the gritty streets of Orange County to the top of the alt-rock charts, The Offspring smashed their way into punk history with sharp riffs, sarcastic lyrics, and surprising smarts. In this episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy dives headfirst into the full-throttle story of Dexter, Noodles, and the band that made millions question their self-esteem.We’ll unpack the early days of Manic Subsidal, their DIY punk roots, the breakout success of Smash, and the ironic genius of Americana. Plus, tales of viral

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10:00

The Rock Pod / AC/DC: High Voltage Legacy

The Rock Pod ·

2025/09/23

In this explosive episode of The Rock Pod, Jimmy takes you on a high-voltage journey through the legacy of AC/DC — from their gritty beginnings in Australia to their global rock domination. We dive into the wild charisma of Bon Scott, the massive success of Back in Black, the unwavering power of Angus Young's riffs, and the thunderous evolution of one of rock’s most iconic bands.You’ll hear the backstories, the heartbreaks, the triumphs, and the true grit that’s kept AC/DC standing tall for over

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2:48

The Rock Pod / This Week In Rock Music History / Sep...

The Rock Pod ·

2025/09/22

From Bowie’s glitter invasion to Sabbath’s last stand, this week in rock history brought some serious milestones. David Bowie launched the U.S. Ziggy Stardust tour in Cleveland, the very first Farm Aid raised millions for struggling farmers, and Black Sabbath dropped Never Say Die!—the last album from the original lineup before Ozzy’s exit. Add in Grace Slick’s first gig with The Great Society and the birth of Geffen Records, and you’ve got a week where rock shaped culture onstage, on record, and

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