
None But the Brave takes a comprehensive look at the music and career of Bruce Springsteen. Hosted by film producer Hal Schwartz and Backstreets Magazine contributor Flynn McLean.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 192 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusicMusic History | |||

In the latest edition of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by author David Starkey to discuss his new book On Track: Bruce Springsteen 1973-1987, which is now out in the US and UK. Starkey's book examines all of Sp... more
In the latest edition of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the legacy of Bruce Springsteen biographer and music critic Dave Marsh, who died at 76 on August 14th. They are joined by Lauren Onkey and Matt Orel, both lon... more
In this NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean discuss the August 2026 release from the series, which was recorded on July 18, 2005 in Buffalo at HSBC Arena. The show features a whopping six tour premieres and ... more
In the latest episode of None But The Brave, co-hosts Hal Schwartz and Flynn McLean are joined by Republican communications consultant Doug Heye to discuss the intersection of art and politics on Bruce Springsteen's 2026 Land Of Hope & Dreams Tour. A... more
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Pure joy listening to these two very knowledgeable individuals.
Two blokes with incredible knowledge and passion for Springsteen. Essential listening for any fan
Officiandos for officiandos.
I promise not all Springsteen fans are this awful
Love this podcast. Lots of deep dives and insight into shows and particulars that aren’t always expected. Flynn and Hal are excellent hosts and a lot of fun to listen to.
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Two longtime fans and knowledgeable hosts dissect Bruce Springsteen's music, tours, and the broader cultural moments they spark. Episodes often blend deep-dive analyses of setlists, live performances, and archival material with sharp commentary on politics, media, and fan culture. A recurring pattern is pairing historical context with on-the-ground impressions from concerts, museum projects, and interviews with industry insiders, artists, and researchers. Noteworthy distinctions include a strong emphasis on the intersections of art and politics, distinctive archival perspectives, and periodic sponsor reads tied to music industry services. Potential listeners who crave thorough show-by-show breakdowns, behind-the-scenes industry insight, and... more
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2. Lauren Onkey
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