Down and Off
HMB Alumni Band
The Down and Off a podcast for members, alumni, friends, and family of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Hosted by Alums John Brown ('85-'89) and Tim Clay ('08-'12). Our plan is to dive through the rich history of the HMB, interview folks from over the years, give you a chance to share your stories, learn about the HMB, relive memories, and share in the On Iowa cheer. This is a platform for alums to share their stories with others. #OnIowa #GoHawks
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11/27/23 • 54 min
The regular season has come to an end, bowl season approaches, basketball season is here, and John & Tim are back with 00's Drumline Alum & current Digital Media Specialist for the University of Iowa Center for Advancement and Hawkeye Marching Band John Emigh!
John shares his memories of his time in the band and the tremendous work Dr. Bush is doing with the Hawkeye Marching Band currently. John shouts out numerous folks including fellow drumline members Dan Poe, Justin Ullestad, Ben Nadler, Alan Morris, Nate Brimeyer, TAs Oliver Molina, Drew Bonner, Golden Girls Ella McDaniel & Chelsea Russell, alums & staffers Jim Berg and Kathy Ford, among others!
John also shares of the incredible work that went into this year's HMB Metallica show. There is a competition among schools to be the winner of the best Metallica performance, and voting is live until January 1st! Vote for the HMB by texting #UIOWA to (833) 609-0330! And check out the HMB's submission on their social media accounts.
Tim also promotes the Alumni Pep Band opportunities coming up during the bowl season. The Alumni Band shall play for the men on Friday, December 29th, the women on Saturday, December 30th, and again for the women on Tuesday, January 2nd! Sign up here!
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom" and Hawkeye Marching Band social media.
Wide-eyed cohosts John and Tim continue to listen to Dr. Carter Biggers as he continues to discuss his doctoral dissertation on the History of the Hawkeye Marching Band. Part 2 of the interview covers the tenures of Charles Righter in the 40s, Frank Ebbs in the 50s & 60s, Frank Piersol in the late 60s, and Tom Davis in the early 70s. Folks familiar with the HMB will be delighted to learn of the beginning of so many traditions they know and love today, from the name HMB, the Iowa Fight Song, the Big Ten Band high step & pregame, to The Boom, the Golden Girl, Hey Jude, and so many more. Dr. Biggers gives us a fascinating look at the history of the Hawkeye Marching Band.
Part 1 looked at Carter's methods and how he put the thesis together, the HMB's military beginnings in 1881, their time as a student-led ensemble, then eventual organization under the first Director of University Bands, Orie Van Doren (1911-1937).
Part 2 covers the tenures of Charles Righter, Fred Ebbs, Frank Piersol, & Dr. Tom Davis (1937-1973)
Part 3 will cover Morgan Jones, David Woodley, David Henning, and Kevin Kastens (1973-2012).
If you'd like to follow along, or do some background reading, check out Carter's thesis "On Iowa! a History of The University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band, 1881-2012". The pdf is free to download and a delight to read.
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
80's Alum Steven Jepson
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02/03/21 • 54 min
John Brown and Tim Clay sit down with long time Alumni Band staple, Steven Jepson. Jepson shares about his time in the Fossil Band, how it's changed over the years, plus some great Hawkeye Marching Band memories, from road trips to Minnesota and Iowa State to tales of iconic director Dr. Morgan Jones to culminating his HMB career at the '82 Rose Bowl and playing Hey Jude.
John and Tim also plug the Kelly Piccolo Project GOLDrush campaign by UIowa and the HMB, raising money to buy piccolos to have on hand when players can't afford their own, in memory Kelly Enstrom. If you are able to and want to contribute, please do so below:
https://goldrush.uiowa.edu/o/u-of-iowa/i/goldrush/s/kelly-piccolo-project
Send feedback to [email protected] and follow the pod on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. Look for our next episode with current HMB Band Manager Kate Weldon later this month! #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
12/19/22 • 75 min
Down & Off is back and celebrating 50 years of Women in the HMB with three outstanding guests, Hawkeye Marching Band Flag Guard Captains & Staffers from the 80's, Sherry Marek, Ann Costello Miksch, & Donna Walton. They share their experiences being in the HMB, the special relationship between the silks and the sousies (the Association of Silks & Sousies), how they developed routines, so many favorite memories, and much more.
UIowa Color Guard Club - on Instagram @uiowacolorguard
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
Dave Woodley Tribute Episode
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11/03/22 • 43 min
This episode will be very different from our previous ones. As many of you know by now, our Hawkeye Marching Band family lost one of our greatest legends, Dave Woodley, who passed away on the morning of May 21. He was an HMB member, Drum Major, Assistant Director, and the 9th Director of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Dave also led the marching bands at the University of Louisville and Indiana University during his career.
The overarching theme of this podcast series – based on our visits with several guests who have spanned many periods of the HMB’s modern era – is that HMB is family. At a time like this, we wanted to bring this family together to remember Dave, honor his accomplishments and talents and share stories and memories of him. As a family, we are heartbroken over his passing. He leaves a huge void in HMB lore, and we would be remiss if we didn’t take time to show our appreciation, respect and love for Dave and his tireless work for this family.
On this episode, we will be visiting with Dr. Eric Bush, Dr. Timothy Todd Anderson, and Arlene and Andy Houk who offer their thoughts and memories of Dave and what he meant to them and to the Hawkeye Marching Band. We close with a recording of "There Are Giants Among Us" by the Indiana University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Rodney Dorsey, and arranged by Dr. Timothy Mahr.
It is our way of saying “thank you” to him for all he did for us.
80's Alumni Arlene & Andy Houk
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10/13/22 • 66 min
Down & Off Episode 3 comes to you from across the Atlantic, all the way from The Hague! John and Tim are delighted to be joined by Arlene & Andy Houk, who reminisce on their time in the "Golden Era" of the Hawkeye Marching Band (Andy's words) in the early Fry Era. They share their story of growing up in Ottumwa, joining the HMB, Andy joining the pep band in the old Field House, bowl trips and road trips, so many friendships, and their connection to the HMB after graduation. Come see them at Homecoming 2022!
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
Former Golden Girl Chelsea Russell
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10/29/21 • 53 min
John and Tim have a special Halloween treat for the Down and Off family, our first Golden Girl Ms. Chelsea Russell (Mrs. Chelsea Potter)! Golden Girl from 2007-2011, the 2006 Ms. Majorette of America and *7* time world champ. Chelsea talks about her recruitment and audition for the Golden Girl of the Hawkeye Marching Band, the 2009 Michael Jackson Halftime Show, how she created shows with Drum Majors Chet Aliga and Joe Piasecki, road trips and bowl trips, and what the HMB means to her.
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
80's Alum Jose Gallardo
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07/13/22 • 58 min
Tweet tweet! Twee-ee-eet! And Let's Go Hawks!!!
John and Tim are back with Season 3 of the Down & Off Podcast! Season 3 kicks off with a wonderful guest from the 80's, the oft-mentioned Jose Gallardo steps into the studio to visit with John and reminisce on memories from the 80's under Dr. Morgan Jones. Topics run from Jose's transition from Regina HS to the HMB, favorite shows, trips to Northwestern & Michigan & the Rose Bowl & Holiday Bowl, to favorite traditions and lasting friendships.
John and Tim remind the audience to prepare for Alumni Band at Homecoming 2022 on October 29th. (Editor's Note: Alumni Band registration is live! Check your email or the "University of Iowa Alumni Band" page on Facebook for the registration link.
Speaking of, please don't forget to like and subscribe to the Hawkeye Marching Band on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, any and all social media platforms!
As always, send feedback to [email protected], "Like" the "Down and Off Podcast" page on Facebook, and follow the us on Twitter @DownAndOffPod. #OnIowa #GoHawks
Music recorded by the Hawkeye Marching Band, off the 2003 album "Roll Along!" and the 2007 album "Get Ready For the Boom"
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FAQ
How many episodes does Down and Off have?
Down and Off currently has 32 episodes available.
What topics does Down and Off cover?
The podcast is about Leisure, Hobbies, Music, Music History and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Down and Off?
The episode title 'State of the HMB 143 & Alumni Band 50 Preview with Dr. Eric Bush & Alumni Drum Major Jeff Sebille' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Down and Off?
The average episode length on Down and Off is 56 minutes.
How often are episodes of Down and Off released?
Episodes of Down and Off are typically released every 33 days, 11 hours.
When was the first episode of Down and Off?
The first episode of Down and Off was released on Nov 5, 2020.
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