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Best Show Ever with Cam Herdt

Osiris Media
Phish
Grateful Dead
Fish
Live Music
Billy Strings
SPAC
Dogs In a Pile
Goose
Jam Cruise
Harry Hood
Concert Experiences
The Grateful Dead
Dave Matthews Band
Chicago
New York
Jam Bands
Merchandising
Tweezer Reprise
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
Red Hot Chili Peppers

Comedian Cam Herdt loves talking about shows, specifically, the best shows ever. Listen as he invites special guests, musicians and music journalists to reminisce about their concert-going careers and share untold stories from the history of seeing live music. Whether you’re brand new to the concert scene or a grizzled jaded vet, this unfiltered, candid and hilarious podcast is like having the bes... more

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Latest Episodes

Scott Metzger of JRAD & LaMP joins to chat about growing up in the punk scene in New Jersey, Trey & Tom giving him his first gig with Amfibian and what it's like to see Prince.

Recorded 5/14/26

SiriusXM Producer and Host Rob Bleetstein stops by to chat Grateful Dead at Winterland, the first Pearl Jam tour and how Jerry Garcia saved him from leaving one of the best shows ever.

Recorded 8/20/25

A recap of the first US festival hosted by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard in Buena Vista, CO.

Recorded 8/19/25

Cam went back to Golden Gate Park to catch Tyler The Creator, Doechii, Anderson Paak and meet Conan at Outside Lands Festival in San Francisco.

Recorded 8/11/25

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Recent Guests

Jeremy Kaplan
Piano player for Dogs In A Pile
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Episode: Jeremy Kaplan - Welcome To The Westcott
Emily Bass
Executive Director of Femme House
Femme House
Episode: Emily Bass - F*ck Being Cool
Elisa Allechant
Host on Phish Radio, involved in live music community
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Episode: Elisa Allechant - Aliens Would Love This
Clint Dodson
Host of All Jammed Up Podcast
All Jammed Up
Episode: Clint Dodson from All Jammed Up - I Have A Better One
Alex Bailey
Drummer of Eggy
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Episode: Alex Bailey - Peak Peas
Isaac Slone
Member of the Phish Studies Committee and co-host of the Inappropriate Happiness Podcast
Episode: Isaac Slone - Best Rain Delay Ever
Juliana Bernstein
Concert photographer known for her work with Goose
Episode: Juliana Bernstein (Get Tiny) - Keep The Cool Stuff
Ciaran Tooker
Tour manager for Dogs In A Pile
Dogs In A Pile
Episode: Sam Lucid - This Is Not Happening Again
Nico D'Elisa
Lead singer of Nico Suave and The Mother Ship
Episode: Nico D'Elisa - I Can't Believe The Lax Bros Like This

Host

Cam Herdt
Host of Best Show Ever; renowned for candid, humorous conversations about live music history and memorable concert moments.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Live music fans would be remiss to not check this out

    Loving this podcast and Cam Herdt. For any music fan, this is a great one and I love all the stories that are told on here.

    You also get to hear Cam say remiss on every episode, which is a highlight for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zack0513
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great pod

    Awesome pod for music fans

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pcsnnon89
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great stories

    Loving this podcast and Cam Herdt. For any music fan, this is a great one and I love all the stories that are told on here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zack0513
    United Statesa year ago
  • It’s great

    This podcast is perfect for any live music fan. Everything from road stories to jam analysis all drenched in humor. Dig it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shea7310
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Listen!

    I’ve been following Cam since he started posting Phish videos on Twitter. Turns out he is also a funny and insightful interviewer! Just a chill dude talking to other chill dudes and dudettes. Good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dustin Mro
    United States2 years ago

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Fans praise candid storytelling and guest-driven memories that feel personal and authentic.
Listeners appreciate the sense of community and insider perspective the show cultivates for live-music fans.
The host's infectious enthusiasm and deep music knowledge shine through in every episode.

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Alex Bailey - Peak Peas
Q: What is the first show you ever saw in your life?
The first show was Black Eyed Peas with Rihanna in 2005, where Rihanna was not very good.
Scotty Zwang - I Gotta Take You To The Jammies
Q: Is there a definitive best show you've ever seen?
The best show I've ever attended was the Jammies in 2005, which was a curated event celebrating jam bands. It changed my perspective on music and led me deeper into the jam band scene.
Scotty Zwang - I Gotta Take You To The Jammies
Q: Can you tell me about the worst show you've ever seen?
The worst concert I attended was Coventry, which was also my first Phish show and music festival. Despite the muddy and chaotic experience, it opened my eyes to the music festival culture.
Scotty Zwang - I Gotta Take You To The Jammies
Q: What's the first concert you ever saw in your life?
My first concert ever was Bonnie Raitt at Jones Beach in New York when I was a toddler, and it holds a special place in my heart.
Nicholas Gerlach - Favorite Guys
Q: Who would win in a fight between Jam Band members?
Nick and Cam speculate on which Jam Band members would fare well in a fictional fight, debating whom they consider the biggest 'theater kids' in the jam band scene.

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A lively, veteran-hosted show that centers on live music, concert culture, and the stories behind unforgettable performances. Episodes typically feature musicians, journalists, and other scene insiders who share behind-the-scenes moments, personal anecdotes, and reflections on legendary shows and festivals. The conversations blend humor with nostalgic insight, spotlighting archival perspectives, fan communities, and the evolving live-music landscape. The format often emphasizes deep cuts and guest-driven memories, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave authentic, story-forward music storytelling and insider context about iconic moments in live music history.

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Recent guests on Best Show Ever include:

1. Jeremy Kaplan
2. Emily Bass
3. Elisa Allechant
4. Clint Dodson
5. Alex Bailey
6. Isaac Slone
7. Juliana Bernstein
8. Ciaran Tooker

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