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PODCAST

Two Dudes and Killer Tunes

KAL E KALISZEWSKI and NEIL A WILLIAMS

The Garage Band of Podcasts.In this podcast, Two Dudes invite guests to discuss shows we have seen and to catch up on what has been going on. What are the most memorable moments, favorite venues, upcoming shows, and bands on the horizon

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77:44

TDaKT: S3 EP21 Standish913

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2025/12/02

In this episode, the Two Dudes interview Standish913. Kal and Standish were in Leavenworth, KS while Neil joined via Zoom. This was by far the craziest episode we've had to date. Not just because the 12 hour journey to meet up, but listening to Standish recount his story of being wrongfully accused and spending 56 days in an Edmonton Remand Center for the first time. Standish is an icon in the entertainment industry and it was really cool to hear how it all started as a MySpace Kid, hanging with

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67:27

TDaKT: S3 EP20 Pam Kaliszewski

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2025/11/18

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Kal's Mom, Pam Kaliszewski to the show. Listen in as she talks about the times she ran into Tina Turner in a hotel elevator or when she was chatting up a young Kenny Rogers while waiting for a taxing in Las Vegas. Pam was usually driving or riding shotgun in the old Aerostar minivan as Kal's musical tastes were formed in the back listening to anything and everything. Still amazing that thing made it back in one piece from some of the concerts we took that thing

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77:02

TDaKT: S3 EP19 Craig Baker

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2025/11/04

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome one of Neil's oldest friends, Craig Baker. These two met when Craig was three and Neil was one, they were next door neighbors. It was really cool to see these two reconnect and talk about the early days, including memories of the times playing soccer with Neil's brother, Tommy who was lost way too soon. After Neil moved to Brighton, they lost touch and this was when Craig immersed himself in music, specifically the guitar. We learned how he got started playing

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40:55

TDaKT: S3 EP18 Blank Page

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2025/10/21

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Blank Page to the show. Avery and Jack just graduated High School and relocated from Maryland to Nashville to start their Freshman year of college. Over the last couple of years these two powerhouses have played over 100 shows sharing the stage with some of Country Music's biggest stars. Blank Page shared the stage with the War and Treaty performing their hit "Blank Page" in DC for the largest crowd at the time. It was amazing to hear their story about how they

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93:28

TDaKT: S3 EP17 Jon Schack

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2025/10/07

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Jon Schack for the fourth time, the second four time guest of TDaKT. They changed things up a bit and recorded this one in the Green Room, which was a first for the show but not the last. Listen in as Kal and Jon talk about the Primus show in July at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre in Sterling Heights, MI. They also revisit the old camping days in Holly, MI before heading to shows at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, MI. They even touch on the old HORDE

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54:19

TDaKT: S3 EP16 Lord Huron Tailgate

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2025/09/23

In this episode, the Two Dudes take the show on the road for the second time of Season 3. This time they are at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre in Rochester Hills, MI for Lord Huron. This was the first time for Kal and Neil seeing Lord Huron and the show itself was amazing. Before heading in during set up, Neil found some tape from a large group of tailgaters that ended up being Family and Friends of Lord Huron Lead Singer, Ben Schneider. The Two Dudes always have a blast recording tailgate episodes and

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102:06

TDaKT: S3 EP15 TJ Flowers

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2025/09/09

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome TJ Flowers to the Studio. TJ was an OG in the Michigan soccer community back in the day and may be the biggest Prince super fan out there.Listen in as TJ talks about the time when he spent a week at Paisley Park and why he may be known as Mr. Bootleg.

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79:43

TDaKT: S3 EP14 Greg Sultana

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2025/08/27

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Greg Sultana to the Studio. Kal played soccer against Greg back in high school but they haven’t seen each other since. Greg had been sharing his comeback story on social media when they reconnected earlier this year and he was more This is some tough content to listen to at times, and it is a miracle that he was able to join us in studio. Make sure to check this one out.

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56:27

TDaKT: S3 EP13 DMB Tailgate with Grod

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2025/08/12

In this episode, the Two Dudes took the show on the road for the first Tailgate episode of Season 3 at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, MI for the Dave Matthews Band show. They were lucky enough to have Chris Grodzicki and hi daughter, Gabby, join them before heading inside. Kal and Neil have know Grod for decades and he was routinely hanging out at home base before some of the iconic shows we talk about on TDaKT. Grod never went to the shows because he wasn't into music all that much. That all

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86:50

TDaKT: S3 EP12 Kal and Neil

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2025/07/29

In this episode, Kal and Neil go without a guest for the first time in Season 3. Listen in as Kal talks about his mini tour following Ben Harper around and when he actually met him in Toronto. The Two Dudes also discuss the Billy Corgan solo shows, a stripped down version of Rusted Root, and bevvy of other things. Kal also updates his Forever Five during this episode so listen in to find out who is in and who is out. A special Playlist from this Episode will have two songs each by the Updated

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103:57

TDaKT: S3 EP11 Craig Hearn

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2025/07/15

In this episode, the Two Dudes invited Craig Hearn to the show. If anyone knows anything about TDaKT you know Kal and Neil both played soccer together in college. If anyone knows anything about soccer in Michigan, they know Craig Hearn. Craig is from the metro Detroit area, but spent time in South Africa while his dad was a soccer pro there and then spent a good portion of his childhood in the UK before landing in Michigan. He went on to play for the Michigan Wolves club before rounding out his

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57:02

TDaKT: S3 EP10 Jason Waggoner

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2025/07/01

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcom Jason Waggoner back to the show. Jason was first on TDaKT for S2 EP18 and spent almost three hours jibber jabbering This time came in around an hour while Jason gave an update on what he has been up to in the last year. He is still playing non stop, creating new music, and has found a nice little foothold in LA that seems to have given him even more inspiration. One thing is certain, he has definitely stepped up his Social Media game in the last year, make sure

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80:15

TDaKT: S3 EP9 Shayne O'Keefe

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2025/06/17

For S3 EP9, the Two Dudes welcomed Shayne O'Keefe to the new Studio in Redford, MI. We met Shayne when his band Gusher opened up for Frank Black at Saint Andrew's Hall in Detroit on 1.28.25. The band was awesome and we met Shayne outside after his set. It was cool to hear how Shayne got his start in music and more specifically how he became the frontman for Gusher. Shayne is also the owner of Metropolis Bicycles in the Corktown area of Detroit. Great story about a guy who never wanted to be a

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52:17

TDaKT: S3 EP8 Patrick Simmons

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2025/06/03

In S3 EP8, the Two Dudes welcomed Mista Grinch, Patrick Simmons, to the Studio for the last episode before the big move. Patrick is a rapper based out of Pontiac and is a member of the Cypher Society. If you haven't heard of it, make sure to check this out. It was cool to hear how he got his start and what he is working on now. He has some new music dropping soon with Scar Face, Ice Cube and, On Point, can't wait to check it out.

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96:27

TDaKT: S3 EP7 E and Tank, The Extended Play Podcast

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2025/05/20

In S3 EP7, the Two Dudes welcom E and Tank from the Extended Play Podcast to the original Studio for one of the final two episodes. One of the few times where we fill out all four seats. Love what these two are doing with their Detroit area based Podcast, which is where Kal first found them. One of our favoities episodes was when E was breaking down NWA's Straight Outta Compton, a classic for sure. We could have gone another couple hours with these guys easily, can't wait to get them back on

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84:24

TDaKT: S3 EP6 Anne Harris

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2025/05/06

In S3 EP6, the Two Dudes welcome Anne Harris to the show for the first remote episode of the season. Kal saw Anne perform with Cracker at the Magic Bag in Ferndale back in January where she tore the stage up with her fiddle and passion. Anne's passion for live music is infectious and we were so excited when she accepted our invitation to be on the show. Not only does Anne play with Cracker, but she has a stellar solo career with a new album out now. Make sure to listen in to hear about how she

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78:33

TDaKT: S3 EP5 Jenn Vernon

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2025/04/22

In this episode, the Two Dudes invite Jenn Vernon to the studio. Jenn became a fixture in Season 2 as she was in the audience for a couple episodes and was at the Green Day/Smashing Pumpkins Tailgate episode at Comerica Park. This time, its Jenn's turn behind the microphone. If you love the Tragically Hip, then you should listen to this epsisode because Jenn is a super fan.

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111:24

TDaKT: S3 EP4 Cedric LeDuff

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2025/04/08

In this episode, the Two Dudes have Cedric LeDuff in the studio pause and by the end, it was one of our favorite episodes. Kal met Cedric through social media when he started Two Dudes and Killer Tunes two years ago and it has turned into a great friendship. Cedric is a major player in the Pontiac scene with Tha Muzik Shop, his internet radio station and also DJs all over the place under DJ NuffCed. Cedric also hosts "Tha Rise & Grind Show" on Monday mornings from 7am - 9am, which will feature

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79:17

TDaKT: S3 EP3 John Penman

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2025/03/25

On this episode, the Two Dudes welcome John Penman to the show. Kal and Neil met John while tailgating at the Billy Strings show at Pine Knob Music Theatre last October. The Two Dudes were recording tailgate episode and John was filming a documentary. Listen in as we talk music, beer, some of John's other projects, and so much more.

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103:25

TDaKT: S3 EP2 Erik Shamberger

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2025/03/11

In this episode, the Two Dudes welcome Erik Shamberger to the show. Kal and Erik played high school soccer together and went to the State Finals in '90 but haven't seen each other since. Erik has seen some great shows, including Alice in Chains at the State Theatre in Detroit (now the Fillmore), the Smashing Pumpkins at the Breslin Center at MSU, and he has seen Pearl Jam about 15 times. Make sure to listen in as they get down to the bottom of Hot Dog-Gate, Erik's Forever Five, and so much more.

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