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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Dave Verellen (Botch)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Botch lead singer Dave Verellen joins Bill to talk the fire fighting, contract work and being treated like a real band on Europe. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.  

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Fanboys - Prepper Punk

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys get ready for the long-awaited Death of Rock. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “I PREFER GRANTIVA”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Josh Freese (Too Many Bands To Name)

On today’s all new Hard Times Podcast, drummer Josh Freese joins the pod to talk session drumming,  playing gigs at Disneyland and possibly but probably not meeting Johnny Depp. Available wherever you get your podcasts and make sure to get Josh’s new album out on October 29th! 

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REPOST: The Hard Times w/ Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance)

Matt and Bill body swapped with Rizzoli and Isles, so enjoy this repost of our most downloaded episode with MCR's Frank Iero.

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Fanboys - Operation: Weezer Feet

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys destroy their sweaters and sell pictures of their feet. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “HE GETS FEET PIX FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ John Flansburgh (They Might Be Giants)

On today’s all new Hard Times Podcast, They Might Be Giant’s co-founder John Flansburgh joins Matt and Bill to talk first records, spider bites and They Might Be Giant’s new art book “Book.” Available wherever you get your podcasts!


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Fanboys: Jock Jams 2021

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys reminisce on the best of the 00s and determine who killed Eddie Van Halen. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “DEAN WOULD JUST GO SMOKE A BIG BAG OF METH”.

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REPOST: The Hard Times Podcast w/ Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys)

Matt and Bill got sucked into a magic painting again, so here's one of our classic interviews with the Dead Kennedy's Jello Biafra!

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Fanboys: Effort is Not Punk

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys worship at the altar of Bizkit and debut their country album. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “BLAH BLAH BLAH SUEZ CANAL”.

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REPOST: The Hard Times w/ Anthony Fantano (The Needle Drop)

Bill and Matt accidentally got married again, so while they're going to get that annulled we've got a classic Hard Times episode with the Needle Drop himself, music critic Anthony Fantano!

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Fanboys: Studio D’s Nuts

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, Diego returns just in time to be converted to the one true god: prog rock. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “I REALLY WISH THIS SONG HADN’T COME RIGHT AFTER MY RANDY JACKSON IMPRESSION”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Ryan Savitsky (One Step Closer)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, One Step Closer vocalist Ryan Savitsky sits down with Matt and Bill to talk touring, gas station thievery and how to officially become straight edge. Available wherever you get your podcasts!

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Fanboys: OnlyFansBoys

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, Edgar and Ty happen upon a diverse variety of pornography. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “WELCOME BROTHERS AND SISTERFUCKERS”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Greg Saunier (Deerhoof)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Matt and Bill sit down with Deerhoof drummer Greg “Saucey” Saunier. They chat about sauces, maple syrup and Matt tries to list his favorite poetry book. 

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Fanboys: Sampler Plate of Noise Rock

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, Edgar and Ty get heavy and heady before discussing sexy car crashes. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “THOSE CLOWNS FUCK”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Jim Saah

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, photographer Jim Saah joins Matt and Bill to talk about the going to shows in DC, photographing Ian Mackaye and Jim’s new book! Available wherever you get podcasts. 


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Fanboys: The Water Level

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys host some returning favorites and outsmart the world’s greatest detective. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “WHAT’S UP EUROTRASH”.

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REPOST: The Hard Times Podcast w/ Wesley Eisold (Cold Cave)

Matt and Bill sit down with Cold Cave and American Nightmare front man Wesley Eisold. They talk head shots, playing Tony Hawk's wedding, and a little known city called Boston. 

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Fanboys: Harsh Boise

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys are subjected to 2014’s hottest tracks and pointedly refuse to joke about harsh noise. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “CATHOLIC AND GROSS”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Ed Saincome (Hellzone)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Ed Saincome joins Matt and Bill to talk getting tricked into bands, fire ants and Ed’s involvement with The Hard Times. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. 

This episode features “Flamethrower Horizon” by Hellzone. 

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Fanboys: Man vs. Machine

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys welcome Ty back with an unfortunately retro episode. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “ALL BALLS, ALL DAY”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Parris Mayhew (Cro-Mags)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Matt and Bill sit down with Cro-Mags’ Parris Mayhew to talk Cro-Mag legal battles, underage drinking in NYC and of course, Hard Times. Download wherever you get podcasts!

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Fanboys: Host Position Has Been Filled

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, Edgar and Diego create a replacement for Ty with the power of technology. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “YOU’VE BEEN SO WEIRD THIS EPISODE”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Joe Principe (Rise Against)

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Rise Against’s Joe Principe stops by to talk about hitting the road post COVID, drumming with crocs and performing with Kid Rock. Listen wherever you stream or download podcasts. 

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Fanboys: Hiring: Entry-Level Host, No Benefits

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, Edgar and Diego luck out and receive a bunch of music Ty would love. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “I’M YOUR NEW LIFE COACH - TAKE YOUR SHIRT OFF”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Laura Stevenson

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Laura Stevenson stops by to talk about childbirth during COVID,  getting grandma’s into GG Allin and her new self titled record which comes out tomorrow! Listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts! 

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Fanboys: Punkaloids

On this week’s episode of Fanboys, the boys boot up their holograms and take this show on the road. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “IT’S NOT SPERM AS WE TRADITIONALLY UNDERSTAND IT”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Adam Lawrence and Anthony Alessandroni

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Matt sits with his old Bay Area friends Adam and Anthony to talk scene stories, metal working school and Brace Belden. Stream wherever you get podcasts.  

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Fanboys: Fanboys = Lizard People Confirmed

On this week’s episode of Fanboys,the boys have been replaced by clones, and you’re just gonna have to take my word on that. And since you’re a Patron, you get… more! Lucky you!

As always, if you want to guarantee a spot on the show, send some music to hardtimesfanboys@gmail.com and be sure to include this week’s code phrase: “SHUT UP, DAD”.

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The Hard Times Podcast w/ Krissy Howard

On an all new Hard Times Podcast, Hard Times legend and managing  Krissy Howard joins the podcast to chat with Matt and Bill about drugs, acid fist fights and the Hard Times army of child writers. Grab it wherever you get your podcasts!

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