In this conversation, Pepe, Scott, & Becky explore the culture of trainhopping, & the connections formed through shared experiences. Scott recounts his journey into the world of trainhopping, influenced by his friend Tomas, while Becky shares her perspective on joining this lifestyle. The discussion highlights the joy of community, the challenges of societal discrimination, & the deep bonds formed through shared adventures. In this conversation, Scott & Becky delve into themes of living freely, love, loss, & the importance of cherishing memories, particularly of their friend Tomas, who embodied the spirit of freedom & connection.

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• patreon.com/BackontheGrind

takeaways

• How Scott got introduced to trainhopping
• Scott's reconnection with Tomas
• Connecting over punk music in high school
• How Becky met Scott
• Scott's first train with Tomas
• Becky meets Tomas
• Tomas as a human being
• Becky reflects on the traveller community
• Music's ability to bridge different cultures
• Embracing conflict & challenging societal norms
• Scott's difficulty talking about Tomas & Profane Sass
• Piggly Wiggly story
• Support, love & respect from family
• City Of The Rails podcast
• A tragic fire in a New Orleans squat
• The potential consequences of trainhopping show up
• Fond memories of Tomas
• Song: Mexican Trains by Profane Sass

Connect with Scott's projects Bridge City Sinners / Profane Sass / Flail Records:

• instagram.com/bridgecitysinners/
• instagram.com/flail_records/
• open.spotify.com/artist/1U68fpoBsx5HK1RSvr7yZQ?si=K77gP-lMQXyyW9k8Wmo2IQ

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• backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

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• StayFreeCoffee.com

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• instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram

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Pepe Bandit

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Todays COFFEE BREAK features April Hartman of Apes of the State discussing fear & sobriety. This clip originally aired in episode #1 Apes of the State On facing Fear (link below)

Get coffee roasted by Pepe Bandit:

• stayfreecoffee.com

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• patreon.com/BackontheGrind

Listen to the full episode - Apes Of the State On facing Fear #1:

• Spotify - open.spotify.com/episode/3zgVBj55YKIqErg55Jw1to?si=T0i_mqg-SAOE4Ea8GmdhNw
• Apple Podcast - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-on-the-grind/id1681556943?i=1000611301075
• Website/RSS - shows.acast.com/back-on-the-grind-1/episodes/facing-fear-with-apes-of-the-state

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Stay Free until next time!

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In this conversation, Brook Pridemore discusses their latest single My Friends In Crime & the more collaborative & community-focused approach in their upcoming album Only I Can Prevent Forest Fires. Brook offers thoughts on Pat (Friends In Real Life / formerly Pat The Bunny) & April (Apes Of The State) as well as other committed DIY musicians who appear on the single. The conversation also covers topics like the thigh master, how AI robot, humanoids are currently being sold to replace the deceased & what AI could mean for the future of music.

Support the podcast to get bonus episodes & goods

• patreon.com/BackontheGrind

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Beat based vs guitar based music
• “Once you’re identified as folk punk, you’ll always be identified as folk punk”
• Being among a community while creating the album
• Having a fear of confrontation
• Thoughts on April Hartman
• Thoughts on Small Chucks
• Thoughts on Patrick Schneeweis (formerly Pat The Bunny)
• Suffering quietly as an alcoholic
• Thoughts on Toby Goodshank & Angela Carlucci aka Double Deuce
• Remembering the Thigh Master & Suzanne Somers
• AI humanoids to replace the dead
• AI & the future of music

Listen / Connect Brook Pridemore:

• open.spotify.com/artist/5ZWHEFolveKJpzm9Cbd5ml?si=z5QD8sMuSAOwhgAp14DFvQ
• brookpridemore.bandcamp.com/music
• instagram.com/brookpridemore/?hl=en

Back On The Grind Records - Find DIY, Folk Punk Music & Merch:

• backonthegrindrecords.bandcamp.com/music

Get Coffee for the Bandit in you (roasted by Pepe)

• StayFreeCoffee.com

Follow the podcast on Instagram

• instagram.com/backonthegrindpod/?hl=engram

Reach out...Send us questions, comments or topic suggestions to

• Podcast@BackOnTheGrindRecords.com
• Leave a comment/question on Spotify or Instagram (we read them all, even if it's an older episode)

***Word of mouth really matters for us. Here's two simple things you can do to help keep this podcast going strong:

• Share your favorite episode with a friend or two who might enjoy it.
• Leave a rating / review. This helps me get access to the guest you want to hear from & allows the show to reach & support more folks like you :)

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Pepe Bandit

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