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Almost Punk Enough - A TGEFM Podcast

That's Good Enough For Me
Riot Fest
Bad Time Records
Muckspout Split
Scarboro
Midwest Friends Fest
Hudson Valley
New Found Glory
Flying Raccoon Suit
Pulley
The Descendents
The Prozacs
J Prozac
A Wilhelm Scream
Bayside
Save Ferris
Cheap Heat
DCPC Live
Rally In the Valley
Chicago
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That's Good Enough For Me staff, contributors, and guests talk about things. Like our site motto, this podcast is "punk, punk adjacent, and everything else."Interested in becoming a contributor to TGEFM? Shoot us a message with the subject "Contributor" for more info!

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Latest Episodes

Jeff "the white drew carey" Sorley gets together with Nick, Emma, and John from UK DIY label Dammit Records to talk about their Dam-Nations monthly comp series, being on the more independent end of the DIY label spectrum, and more!

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Headitor Jeff, Jim Gordon, and Jason Zero react the Riot Fest 2026 lineup announcement where we learn the days that each performer is... errr... performing.

Astound at how badly they predicted this year's offerings! Amaze as Jeff has zero clue what... more

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On this episode Daniel (Rizchex) and Jeff (the white drew carey) talk with Alex Stern of The Pomps, Big D and the Kids Table, Westbound Train, The Inevitables, and other projects. We talk about the upcoming Bad Time Records tour, the band's last two ... more

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Scott Radinsky has spent decades living in two very different worlds… as the voice of punk band Pulley and as a former Major League Baseball pitcher. In this episode of Almost Punk Enough, Bad Dad sits down with Scott ahead of Camp Punksylvania to ta... more

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Recent Guests

James Gordon
Guest, Chicago-area Riot Fest veteran
Episode: Almost Punk Enough ep. 34 - Riot Fest 2026 Lineup Reaction
Alex Stern
Musician, guitarist for The Pomps and member of multiple ska/punk acts
The Pomps
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 33 - Alex Stern of The Pomps
Scott Radinsky
Frontman of Pulley; former Major League Baseball pitcher
Pulley
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 32 - Scott Radinsky of Pulley
Bill Stevenson
Legendary drummer/producer behind The Descendents, All, Black Flag; co-owner/engineer at The Blasting Room
The Descendents, The Blasting Room
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 31 - Bill Stevenson
Mikey Elvers
Guest, musician and pop-punk enthusiast
Episode: Almost Punk Enough ep. 30: Mike & Ed's New Found Glory Dream Setlist
Kelly Ogden
Bassist and vocalist for The Dollyrots
The Dollyrots
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 29 - The Dollyrots
Luis Cabezas
Guitarist and backing vocalist for The Dollyrots
The Dollyrots
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 29 - The Dollyrots
Diesel Dave Lake
Member of Diesel Boy, frontman for the band
Diesel Boy
Episode: Almost Punk Enough Ep. 28 - "Diesel" Dave Lake of Diesel Boy
Querijn Foken
Lead singer/guitarist of Ink Bomb
Ink Bomb
Episode: Almost Punk Enough ep. 27 - Quirijn Foeken of Ink Bomb and Fiction Studio

Hosts

Bad Dad
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Daniel Rizchex
Host of Almost Punk Enough
Jeff
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • Great for the latest in punk/ska

    Not just well established bands but new/young bands too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rizchex
    United States6 months ago
  • TGEFM is Good Enough for Me

    If it’s good enough for Jeff, that’s good enough for me! Great info about the punk and punk adjacent music scene.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manalotofnicknamesaretaken
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise the show's focus on both established bands and up‑and‑coming acts.
Fans appreciate candid, personality-driven conversations with a community vibe.
The discussions around DIY culture and touring are viewed as highly useful for aspiring guests and promoters.

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Almost Punk Enough ep. 11: Daniel Antix and Scotty McNairn of Nerdlinger
Q: What inspired the title Milling Culling and how did that process come together?
Tim and the band discuss spontaneous ideas during rehearsals, with Tim generating concepts on the spot and the group deciding to keep certain titles; it reflects playful yet reflective influences on the album.
Almost Punk Enough ep. 11: Daniel Antix and Scotty McNairn of Nerdlinger
Q: What are you planning for the album release and supporting shows?
The guests describe releasing the album Growing Up Is Getting Old, with tour plans in Australia (Sydney, Wollongong, Melbourne) and an anticipated global focus, while also teasing side projects and collaborations.
Almost Punk Enough Ep. 32 - Scott Radinsky of Pulley
Q: How has balancing a baseball career affected your view of punk authenticity?
It exposed him to different worlds, but he stayed true to his punk ideals by not letting the industry change his core values.
Almost Punk Enough Ep. 32 - Scott Radinsky of Pulley
Q: What was the motivation behind Pulley's approach to making music—fun first, then the rest?
To have fun, write with friends, and not overcommercialize the band; the joy of making music has kept them going for decades.
Almost Punk Enough Ep. 32 - Scott Radinsky of Pulley
Q: What keeps you motivated to be creative after accomplishing so much?
A lifelong connection to the arts and a sense that the creative impulse is a constant companion, driving him to keep writing and performing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Almost Punk Enough

What is Almost Punk Enough about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on punk, punk-adjacent, and DIY music scenes, with conversations that span band histories, touring life, songwriting approaches, festival culture, and scene-building. Episodes balance deep-dive artist interviews with behind-the-scenes touring memories, live-show dynamics, and community-focused perspectives, often weaving in activism, politics, and the broader cultural context around punk and its communities. A notable pattern is the mix of classic era bands, contemporary indie acts, and DIY organizers, offering practical insights for artists, promoters, and fans alike while maintaining a candid, humorous rapport among hosts and guests.

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