Nerds On Tour
Abraham Levitan
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05/26/16 • 44 min
Lita Ford's first band, The Runaways, became a global phenomenon. Months later, she was selling men's cologne at the mall. She discusses Nikki Sixx, Ozzy Osbourne, and the value of having the right team.
10/27/16 • 78 min
Will Oldham returns to Nerds On Tour, this time in Will and Abraham’s mutual hometown, Louisville. An inspiring dive into Will’s philosophies on life and art.
05/12/16 • 52 min
Abraham talks with one of his all-time heroes, Will Oldham a.k.a. Bonnie “Prince” Billy, about the hard choices that make for a satisfying long-term music career.
Patti Niemi, Sticking It Out Through Juilliard, Anxiety Attacks, and an Orchestral Career
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04/14/16 • 59 min
Classical percussionist Patti Niemi gives an insider’s account of surviving Juilliard, enduring high-pressure auditions, and getting a tenured position with an orchestra. She’s battled serious anxiety issues throughout.
04/28/16 • 56 min
X frontman John Doe is a living legend. He discusses X's career, their Bud Light commercial, and the reasons why L.A. punks worship The Doors.
02/25/16 • 48 min
For Bruce Finkelman, starting the Empty Bottle, Chicago's coolest music venue, at age 23 was just the beginning. He now runs nine different operations. We discuss seeing the world through "owner's eyes".
03/17/16 • 44 min
Jason Collett left Broken Social Scene at the height of the band's global fame. His resultant solo career has led to some lucrative ad placements as well as his self-aware new album, "Song & Dance Man".
01/28/16 • 40 min
Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau were musicians Abraham worshipped before he became their bandmate. They discuss the secrets of DIY glam, the fleeting gloss of professionalism, and getting stuck in a Bavarian vineyard. Part 1 of 2.
03/03/16 • 76 min
After having her fill of the major-label A&R game, Bettina Richards started Thrill Jockey Records in 1992 from her apartment. It's now one of the world's most respected indie labels. She discusses how she made it happen.
02/04/16 • 47 min
Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau share the very funny intersections between rock life and real life. They discuss being Thrill Jockey recording artists, sharing the stage with Velvet Revolver, and doing a corporate gig for Chevrolet. Part 2 of 2.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Nerds On Tour have?
Nerds On Tour currently has 15 episodes available.
What topics does Nerds On Tour cover?
The podcast is about Interview, Music, Money, Podcasts, Chicago and Health.
What is the most popular episode on Nerds On Tour?
The episode title 'Will Oldham on Overthinking, Mansplaining, and Learning to Love Nina Simone' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Nerds On Tour?
The average episode length on Nerds On Tour is 54 minutes.
How often are episodes of Nerds On Tour released?
Episodes of Nerds On Tour are typically released every 13 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of Nerds On Tour?
The first episode of Nerds On Tour was released on Dec 29, 2015.
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