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185 Miles South

185 MILES SOUTH
Hardcore Punk
Minor Threat
Punk Rock
Hardcore Punk Scene
Black Flag
SSD
New York Hardcore
Scarab
Bad Brains
Split System
Hardcore Punk Music
Punk Music
California
1986
San Diego
Metallica
Poison Idea
Dead Heat
Amenity
Anti-Semex

A hardcore punk podcast.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes294Founded7 years ago
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We're back and talking hardcore. This time around, we're going back in time and across the pond to hash out the greatest second wave UK punk 7". It's a gauntlet of heavy hitters: Discharge, GBH, Rudimentary Peni, Conflict, Chaos UK, Subhumans...you g... more

We're back and talking hardcore. Massive amounts of Sick Of It All talk, Dan (champ) takes on Kev (challenger) in 185 HC trivia, and then Ben Sizemore from Econochrist joins me for the interview.

Support the pod: www.patreon.com/185milessout... more

We're back and talking hardcore. This time around we're loading up the car and hitting the road, going state by state to discover the first hardcore bands. Check the Substack post that goes along with the episode for more information and get at me if... more

This time around it’s a big one for fans of jumbo shrimp, the living dead, deafening silence and other oxymorons. We're tackling the biggest one possible with relevance to the pod: the best LONG punk and hardcore songs. Nah, not those 2 minute songs ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Cheese
Guest contributor breaking down Neurosis starter kit
Episode: 289. June 2026 (Best of 2026 so far)
Eric Ozenne
Musician, Birdlegs; formerly Nerve Agents, Revelation Records artist
Birdlegs; Nerve Agents; Revelation Records
Episode: 284. April 2026 (Eric Ozenne / Nerve Agents / Birdlegs)
Casey Jones
From No For An Answer, later involved in Ignite and other projects
No For An Answer; Ignite
Episode: 282. March 2026 (Casey Jones / No For An Answer / Ignite)
Anthony Pappalardo
A prominent figure in the hardcore punk scene and member of bands such as Ten Yard Fight and In My Eyes
In My Eyes
Episode: 280. February 2026 (Anthony Pappalardo / In My Eyes / Ten Yard Fight)
Jay Petagine
Frontman of Mindforce, Crush Your Soul, and other hardcore bands.
Mindforce
Episode: 278. January 2026 (Jay Petagine / Mindforce / Crush Your Soul)
Tyler Mullen
Drummer and vocalist for Scarab
Scarab
Episode: 269. October 2025 (Tyler Mullen / Scarab)
Jesse Standhard
Hardcore musician and member of multiple bands
Episode: 266. September 2025 (Jesse Standhard / Right Brigade)
John Kelly
Member of Urban Waste and a prominent figure in the New York hardcore scene
Urban Waste
Episode: 264. August 2025 (John Kelly / Urban Waste)
Dave Byrd
Musician and member of Striking Distance
Striking Distance
Episode: 262. July 2025 (Dave Byrd / Striking Distance)

Hosts

Kevin Hare
Long-time host with deep knowledge of hardcore, co-hosting and contributing extensive historical context and curated playlists.
Daniel Sant
Host and discussion contributor, often driving interviews and debate with scene-specific insight.
Zack
Host with strong historical knowledge and interview of guests, helps drive structure and context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 435 ratings
  • Nice, y’know

    Sitar music

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aanwadecescakl799
    United States4 months ago
  • Simply the best…

    …better than all the rest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCraley17
    United States7 months ago
  • Great

    The best hardcore podcast on the planet, and probably beyond.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. VanNostrand
    United States9 months ago
  • Smooth

    I love hardcore and I love this pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew from CT
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    ‘125 Miles South’ is both interesting, and an insightful too at times look into punk and hardcore music, and the people in and around it, in the USA and from around the world. And at times a good laugh as well. Well done guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dj Ordell
    Australiaa year ago

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Great balance of interviews, debates, and playlists with approachable depth.
Listener engagement and playlists add real value for discovering new bands.
Loved for deep knowledge of hardcore history and strong chemistry between hosts.

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#211
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

289. June 2026 (Best of 2026 so far)
Q: What are your overall thoughts on Neurosis, Mike?
Mike Cheese explains that Neurosis is an all-time band for him, with a clear evolution from the early, bass-driven hardcore through longer, more atmospheric and concept-driven works, and he emphasizes that different eras resonate differently for different listeners, making Souls at Zero and Enemy of the Sun standout for their sequencing, samples, and ambition.
282. March 2026 (Casey Jones / No For An Answer / Ignite)
Q: How did No For An Answer form and what were the band's early aspirations?
Casey explains the band formed from a shared practice space with Justice League members, driven by a desire to play fast, intense hardcore with a serious message, unlike his prior casual projects.
282. March 2026 (Casey Jones / No For An Answer / Ignite)
Q: What was the environment like in early venues that shaped his performance style?
He recounts his first live experiences at The Vandals' show and Cathay/Concert Factory-era venues, emphasizing the energy of intimate spaces and the pivotal role of live crowd dynamics in shaping his approach.
282. March 2026 (Casey Jones / No For An Answer / Ignite)
Q: How did Casey first get into hardcore, and what bands influenced him early on?
He describes being introduced to Out of Step by Minor Threat and Sound and Fury by Youth Brigade by a friend, which hooked him on hardcore and set the stage for his future in multiple bands.
280. February 2026 (Anthony Pappalardo / In My Eyes / Ten Yard Fight)
Q: What do you think made hardcore punk so appealing during its rise?
The atmosphere of excitement and engagement in hardcore shows made it very appealing.

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A deeply opinionated, history-minded hardcore/punk show that mixes long-form interviews, roundtables, and bracket-style debates. Episodes frequently compare classic US scenes, dissect influential seven-inches, and spotlight current releases while weaving in anecdotes about recording, touring, venues, and regional scenes. A recurring strength is curated playlists, live discussions, and collaborative starter-kit deep-dives into landmark bands, which together help listeners discover both timeless records and newer acts. Notable is the mix of veteran insiders and credible guests who bring first-hand context to the scene's evolution, making it a solid fit for fans who want both nostalgia and fresh recommendations.

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1. Mike Cheese
2. Eric Ozenne
3. Casey Jones
4. Anthony Pappalardo
5. Jay Petagine
6. Tyler Mullen
7. Jesse Standhard
8. John Kelly

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