Growing Up Punk
Growing Up PunkGrowing Up Punk is a podcast about punk rock and all its friends. Your hosts David and Aaron grew up listening to punk rock, and now they talk about it. Weekly episodes dive into classic punk albums (mostly from the 90s and early 00s), as well as interviews from some of your favourite punk rockers.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 226 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic Commentary | ||||
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It's the one where David plays a bunch of new music, recapping the first half of 2025.
It's not an official return of the DISCOVERED series, more like a 'hey, I was in the neighbourhood and though I'd pop by' sort of return.
Featuring music from:
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It's the one where David chats with George Stroumboulopoulos.
Strombo is known for his time as a VJ and music journalist, on Much Music in the late 90s and early 2000s. He was the host of alternative/punk/metal staples like The New Music, Loud, and... more
It's the one where David and Mike Assatly (guitar & vocals) of Unseemlier play a bunch of music.
Unseemlier is a self-described 'Heavy Emo/Soft Punk' band from Boston whose new album 'I Have A Screw Loose Somewhere' is now available on Sell The Hear... more
It's the one where David makes a mixtape, and shares it with you. The thoughts behind it, and the journey making it.
60 minutes of 90s indie and punk.
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It's the one where David hangs with Roger LeBlanc (vocals/guitar) of G.U.S.H.
They discuss their love of grunge, and listen to a bunch of grunge/grunge adjacent songs.
Recommended if you like good music that might make you feel like shit.
THEIR LI... more
It's the one where David chats with Eric (vocals) and Nick (bass) of King Thief.
This episode also features music from Stateside, You Vandal, Debt Neglector, Glare, Scowl, BE STILL, Pet Symmetry, Midnight Peg, and Vargouille.
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It's the on where David interviews Roger Camero (guitar) of The Warriors.
They discuss the journey that is their new record, Burn Yourself Alive coming out on Pure Noise Records.
The six years between their last release, Monomyth, was anything but ... more
It's the one where David plays a selection of songs from his 7" collection (mostly...sometimes e breaks the rules).
There's new stuff, there's old stuff, and there's stuff in between. Hell, there's even some non-punk and hardcore stuff.
Shout out ... more
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- A Rare Find
If you’re a punk music fan and end up on a deserted island with an internet connection of such questionable quality that you can only listen to one podcast, I would certainly suggest this one.
The interviews are insightful and I enjoy hearing from well known bands I enjoy and new ones which quickly become favourites.
Great work guys.
Apple Podcasts5Willster182
Australia4 years ago - Great podcast
Love listening to this podcast and hearing from artists and songs I grew up loving.
Apple Podcasts5Matty O'C
Canada4 years ago - Like Taking a Trip Back to My Youth
I just got finished listening to two episodes (TGUK and Rich Egan/Vagrant). They were excellent! It was amazing to hear the stories behind some of my favorite songs from TGUK and how Vagrant became a powerhouse in the punk scene. Great job! 5/5 stars!
Apple Podcasts5The B-Side Diaries
United States4 years ago - Hey what’s up
I in fact group up punk as well.
Apple Podcasts5Jettaknight89Canada4 years ago - Love it
Super rad pod.
Apple Podcasts5Upstate-SteveOUnited States5 years ago - Legit
So many questions I have wanted answered over the past twenty years have been answered on this podcast! It is a must for any fan of punk rock!
Apple Podcasts5DvdbntnUnited States5 years ago - Digging the behind the scenes look
Thanks for bringing back some of the stories of some great bands and digging into the local music scenes that started so many of them. OCHC / NYHC scene produced some incredible music and amazing band both from the hardcore and punk sides of the house. Love the podcast!
Apple Podcasts4jmarkreillyUnited States6 years ago - A love letter to the genre
These dudes came up with the same scene I did. It’s fun to hear them talk about the albums from that late ‘90s/early ‘00s era that I never really got into from people that I respect and relate to on so many other fronts. It’s cool to look back on amazing older AND newer bands and records while also picking up some new ones along the way.
Apple Podcasts5davidparkeUnited States6 years ago - The Host Understand Punk Podcasting
These guys get it - they make it about The listener and the audience not themselves. This podcast has a great format and the evolution results in continual improvement / they are not afraid to get diverse, touch albums they might not have a nostalgic connection to and just cover the scene in general including past and present. They are not pretentious and do not push an agenda to further their “street cred” in the scene - it’s refreshing to get objective reviews mixed with personal feelings - if... more
Apple Podcasts5Tony T - Buffalo, NYUnited States6 years ago - Great Work
Aaron is my spirit animal. Love the podcast, gents.
Apple Podcasts5XbtotherockXCanada7 years ago - Love this pod.
Started with the Mae episode then went to Artist in the Ambulance; two of my favorite all time records. It’s short, sweet & to the point. Looking forward to the rest.
Apple Podcasts5BuffaloSceneUnited States8 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #26 | Canada/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #141 | Canada/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #146 |  India/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #192 |  Brazil/Music/Music Commentary |
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What is Growing Up Punk about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focused on the vibrant world of punk rock, this podcast explores a rich tapestry of musical influences, primarily drawing from the 1990s and early 2000s. Weekly episodes feature detailed discussions about classic punk albums and immerse listeners in the stories behind the music through engaging interviews with notable figures in the punk scene. A strong sense of nostalgia permeates the content, as the hosts encourage listeners to reconnect with their love for punk while also introducing new artists and emerging bands. The podcast's approach to blending personal anecdotes with deeper music commentary sets it apart, making it a unique platform for punk aficionados interested in both historical context and contemporary relevance in the punk ge... more
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Recent guests on Growing Up Punk include:
1. George Stroumboulopoulos
2. Mike Assatly
3. Roger LeBlanc
4. Roger Camero
5. Brendan Schulze
6. Josh Wallace
7. Lucas Hill
8. Mark Johnston
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