
A podcast about DIY scenes, independent music, and the best uncslop available. Featuring Kyle Rosse, aka Smiling Strange and Isabel Zacharias of the band Babytooth.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 24 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||

Evan Cohen (@evanmcohen) joins the podcast to talk about his viral artwork, creating band posters, making a living off art, and the danger of AI slop in the artworld.
I’ve known Evan for years through a mutual friend, we met when we were in colleg... more
So I've been asked to make a podcast episode about the 2014 podcast Serial, that covers the case of the Murder of Hae Min Lee. To start, this isn't a podcast about who did it. Adnan did it. I'm pretty well convinced, like the jury, that there is more... more
Hey you guys wanted me to review and share my thoughts on the movie The Backrooms, right? You want to hear me say the word Zoomer a lot, right?
Anyway I'm joined by Tim Howe of Vista House to discuss our thoughts on The Backrooms, the sudden end of ... more
Scott Korb and Tyler Pell from Tennis Courterly talk about Tennis City USA, creating community through DIY sports, independent publications, and the upcoming Mt. Tabor Open.
I played in the Mt. Tabor Open last year and it was a ton of fun, that's wh... more
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This show centers on DIY music scenes, indie bands, and the people who operate outside the major-label system. Across recent episodes, conversations weave together origin stories, regional scenes, and practical realities of making art in small-to-mid-size markets—covering everything from basement shows and local venues to touring challenges, collaboration, and the balance between artistry and sustenance. A recurring thread is authentic storytelling about building networks, staying creative on a budget, and finding your place within tight-knit music communities. A standout is the host team's willingness to unpack both personal nostalgia and concrete, actionable insights for artists, promoters, and collaborators navigating the modern indie ec... more
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Recent guests on Hey Smiling Strange include:
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2. Tim Howe
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4. Tyler Pell
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8. Kenny Boothby
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