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Beardo And Weirdo

Craig
Five Finger Death Punch
Ozzy Osbourne
Comedy
Music Industry
Metallica
Korn
Mental Health
Breakups
Las Vegas
Recovery
Relationships
Addiction Recovery
Alice Cooper
System Of a Down
Heavy Metal Music
Kiss
Rock Music
Sebastian Bach
Communication
Addiction

Welcome to The Beardo And The Weirdo Podcast! The show starring comedian Craig Gass and the slightly lesser-known musician Chris Kael, from Five Finger Death Punch. This podcast is all about sharing funny, interesting, and poignant behind-the-scenes stories about the music industry and stand-up comedy - stories so crazy you might not even believe they're real! Listen as Chris and Craig candidly ta... more

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Stephen Rae and Big Dave — two people absorbed into Ozzy Osbourne's inner circle — share firsthand stories from decades spent inside the Osbourne world, one year after Ozzy's passing. Rae, who first met Ozzy as a 15-year-old fan from Belfast after hi... more

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Stephen Ray
Author of Ozzy and Me, documented in the episode
Author, Ozzy and Me
Episode: PART 2 - Ozzy Osbourne's Friends Remember Him One Year After His Passing - Beardo & Weirdo Ep. 78
Stephen Rae
Author of Ozzy and Me, longtime Ozzy associate
Author, Ozzy and Me; former Ozzy associate
Episode: How Ozzy Osbourne's Friends Remembers Him One Year After His Passing
Dave Buckner
Former Ozzy tour crew member and driver, later involved in music projects
Ozzy Osbourne tour crew; Five Finger Death Punch connection via Craig and Chris
Episode: How Ozzy Osbourne's Friends Remembers Him One Year After His Passing
Frank Bello
Bass player for Anthrax, longtime rock musician
Anthrax
Episode: Frank Bello on Surviving Grief, Revenge, and Anthrax
Chuck Garric
Bass guitarist in Alice Cooper's band
Alice Cooper Band
Episode: Alice Cooper's Bassist Chuck Garric on Ronnie James Dio, George Lynch & FFDP
Ian Bagg
Comedian specializing in crowd-work, Canadian stand-up veteran
Independent comedian
Episode: Comedian Ian Bagg & The Art Of Crowd Work
Andrew Tkaczyk
Drummer for The Ghost Inside who lost his leg in a bus crash
The Ghost Inside
Episode: The Ghost Inside’s Andrew Tkaczyk On Losing His Leg & Returning To The Stage
Horatio Sanz
SNL cast member, guest on episode
Saturday Night Live
Episode: SNL Legends Horatio Sanz & Chris Kattan Talk "More Cowbell", Lorne Michaels & Backstage Secrets
Chris Kattan
SNL cast member, guest on episode
Saturday Night Live
Episode: SNL Legends Horatio Sanz & Chris Kattan Talk "More Cowbell", Lorne Michaels & Backstage Secrets

Hosts

Craig Gass
Host of Beardo And Weirdo, known for blending stand-up storytelling with rock-world anecdotes.
Chris Kael
Co-host and musician with FFDP, brings insider rock perspectives and humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Boring

    This is boring. All they do is name drop and tell the same stories over and over.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    effyezall
    United States9 months ago
  • Two great tastes that go great together

    Found out about this podcast from going to the RocknPod expo. Thankful because now I have another entertaining podcast to listen to. These two are down to earth, funny and tell extremely interesting, hilarious and informative stories. Great conversation a! The only problem I have is I am STILL wondering if Rudy Sarzo’s wife ever got her south western theme bed set.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mightyk27
    United Statesa year ago
  • This Is Great

    EASILY my favorite podcast. SO much fun! I may, however, be a little biased…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Traveling Bassist
    United Statesa year ago

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A lot of fans love the chemistry between the hosts and the entertaining rock anecdotes.
Some listeners feel the show leans into name-dropping; a few criticize repetitive stories.

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How Ozzy Osbourne's Friends Remembers Him One Year After His Passing
Q: Stephen, were there any other times where you were pitted in between Ozzy and Sharon besides that?
Stephen Rae describes the recurring tension points between Ozzy and Sharon, and how he learned to navigate being pulled into both sides while staying loyal to the work and the people around them.
How Ozzy Osbourne's Friends Remembers Him One Year After His Passing
Q: All right. My question to you, Dave, is do you have an early memory of learning something about somebody's personality that you went, wow, so that person's like this?
Dave Buckner shares an early, vivid impression of Jason Newsted and other band members and reflects on how people's personalities shaped his understanding of the Ozzy camp, highlighting notable quirks and dynamics.
Alice Cooper's Bassist Chuck Garric on Ronnie James Dio, George Lynch & FFDP
Q: What is the dumbest question you've ever gotten as a musician?
Chuck recalls being asked if he warms up vocally before a show, which led to a humorous exchange about how performers 'scream' rather than warm up in traditional ways, highlighting how audiences often misinterpret rock performance rituals.
Alice Cooper's Bassist Chuck Garric on Ronnie James Dio, George Lynch & FFDP
Q: What is the most awkward moment you've ever had on stage?
Chuck describes a moment with Dio where a setup mishap led to a tense moment on stage, emphasizing how the band stayed focused and finished the song, underscoring the importance of composure and professionalism during high-pressure live performances.
Gene Simmons Takes Over The Podcast!
Q: Can you share a memorable career moment involving Van Halen?
Gene describes discovering Van Halen and the pivotal early negotiation that led to their breakthrough, including how a deal and mentorship helped the band gain exposure and tour opportunities.

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A candid, high-energy show where two hosts—one comedian and one rock musician—share funny, poignant, and sometimes wild behind-the-scenes stories from stand-up and the music world. Episodes typically mix touring misadventures, celebrity run-ins, and industry observations with personal growth, resilience, and a healthy dose of humor. Notable throughlines include reflections on rock culture, content creation on tour, and navigating fame while staying authentic. Unique angles include crossovers between comedy and rock, detailed backstage lore, and practical takeaways for aspiring guests or sponsors who want access to hard-to-reach music- and comedy-adjacent audiences.

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Recent guests on Beardo And Weirdo include:

1. Stephen Ray
2. Stephen Rae
3. Dave Buckner
4. Frank Bello
5. Chuck Garric
6. Ian Bagg
7. Andrew Tkaczyk
8. Horatio Sanz

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