This week, Jay Jay welcomes back dear friend and co-author of Twisted Business - Steve Farber!!

Jay Jay starts off the conversation updating on his recent tour with Twisted, as he welcomes back a close friend of the podcast. Steve is fresh off the release of his new book, 'The Radical Promise: Mastering the Art of Doing What You Say You Will Do', co-written with leadership researchers Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner. That being said, both Jay Jay & Steve had a lot of heavy updates to share with one another from this Fall. Getting into Steve's intention behind the Radical Promise, he discussed why keeping your word is more important than any spotlight that may come along your path. He strongly believes that promises, implied commitments, and living your stated values are what actually build trust, engagement, and ultimately better business.

They discuss the phenomena of some archetypal leaders getting away with being jerks, and why most of us don’t. If you want to learn about the proper balance and drive required to conduct business that is human-first and holds inherent longevity, this may be the conversation for you. Be sure to get a copy of Steve's new book 'The Radical Promise: Mastering the Art of Doing What You Say You Will Do', and if you're anywhere near later this month - catch Twisted on some of their final tour dates this year! November 12th in Bristol, VA, November 14th in Charles Town, WV, and December 11th in St. Petersburg, FL. don't miss this conversation, only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music!

Produced and Edited by Matthew Mallinger

This week, as Jay Jay winds down from his Twisted Sister Resurrection Tour, we're revisiting an old favorite episode, featuring very special guests Steve Farber and Tommy Spaulding!

Motivational speakers, who are close friends & mentors of Jay Jay's - Steve Farber & Tommy Spaulding - are this week's guests. Tune into this week's episode to really go beyond the music, & to hear these three discuss the world of motivational speaking & the importance of challenging oneself in their life's endeavors. Steve & Tommy are both great speakers themselves, & encouraged Jay Jay to get into keynote & motivational speaking. Steve Farber has written numerous bestsellers in the past, & is the co-author of Jay Jay's upcoming book, "Twisted Business: Lessons from My Life in Rock 'n Roll." Don't miss this episode & be sure to grab a copy of Jay Jay's book 'Twisted Business' if you don't already have one.

Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger

Jay Jay welcomes back 2 very special guests to the podcast - guitar legends Joe Satriani & Steve Vai!

This episode is a must listen for all guitar heads. Jay Jay discusses the 2026 Twisted Sister Reunion, as Joe and Steve get into their current collaboration. They dig into why their interplay isn’t mystical so much as decades of a deep musical conversation that they began as kids. Their friendship and close listening to one another, to the more technical - tone choices, and practical staging (mono vs stereo rigs, crew wizardry), etc. They talk gear, dynamics, and the telepathy that you gain after years of playing everywhere from yards & garages, to festival stages & concert halls. Jay, Joe & Steve discuss “commercial” vs “authentic” pursuits — exploring whether chasing radio hits matters, and how you can’t fake what people will like, but only write what you feel. They talk about how playing with humans matters more than all else in the current digital landscape. Joe and Steve differentiate the ways in which touring with separate bands differs from merging into one tight unit, how arrangements are made on the fly, and the inherent value of close collaboration in fast moving environments.

They wrap their conversation talking about how chasing trends can ultimately be a trap, and how commercial success should be a byproduct, rather than at the forefront of one's artistry, getting into the importance of staying true and doing the work. Don't miss this insightful conversation from 3 guitar legends - only on The Jay Jay French Connection: Beyond the Music!

Produced & Edited by Matthew Mallinger