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None But The Brave

Evergreen Podcasts
Bruce Springsteen
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Distrokid
E Street Band
Born In the USA
Nebraska
Born To Run
2024 Tour
Light Of Day
Streets Of Philadelphia
Faithless
Cynthia
High Hopes Tour
Darkness On the Edge Of Town
Ghost Of Tom Joad
Music History
Light Of Day Winterfest
Vancouver
Joe Grushecky
Live Concerts

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.

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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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Recent Guests

Matt Orel
Bruce fan since the mid 70s, friend and sparring partner of Dave Marsh
Detroit IT professional (as mentioned)
Episode: S07 Episode 13: The Heart Of Rock & Soul - A Tribute To Dave Marsh (with Lauren Onkey and Matt Orel)
Lauren Onkey
Professor of Music at George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: S07 Episode 13: The Heart Of Rock & Soul - A Tribute To Dave Marsh (with Lauren Onkey and Matt Orel)
Doug Heye
Communications consultant; former chief spokesman for the Republican National Committee
Republican National Committee
Episode: S07 Episode 12: Flag Flying Over The Courthouse - The Intersection Of Art And Politics On The 2026 Tour (with Doug Heye)
Eileen Chapman
Director of the Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music at Monmouth University
Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music, Monmouth University
Episode: S07 Episode 11: Inside The Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music (with Eileen Chapman and Bob Santelli)
Bob Santelli
Executive Director of the Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music
Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music
Episode: S07 Episode 11: Inside The Bruce Springsteen Center For American Music (with Eileen Chapman and Bob Santelli)
Josh Jacobson
Long-time fan, attendee of the Minneapolis tour opener
Fan/Attendee
Episode: S07 Episode 03: The 2026 LOHAD Tour Has An Emotional Kick Off In Minneapolis (with Josh Jacobson)
Al Teller
President of Columbia Records 1981-1985; industry executive
Columbia Records / CBS Records
Episode: S07 Episode 01: A Conversation With Al Teller - President Of Columbia Records 1981-1985
Jon Bream
Reporter and critic for the Minneapolis Star Tribune, who has interviewed many music icons.
Minneapolis Star Tribune
Episode: S06 Episode 40: Bruce Plays The Defend Minnesota Protest Concert (with Jon Bream)
Glenn Radecki
Longtime fan and contributor to Backstreets Magazine
Episode: NBTB Springsteen Archive Series Review: May 8, 2013 - Turku, FI (with Glenn Radecki)

Hosts

Hal Schwartz
Host of None But The Brave; film producer and Evergreen Podcast host with deep knowledge of Bruce Springsteen and music history.
Flynn McLean
Co-host and Backstreets Magazine contributor; brings fan perspective and archival knowledge to episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 422 ratings
  • Legends

    Pure joy listening to these two very knowledgeable individuals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D.B 1983
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Essential listening

    Two blokes with incredible knowledge and passion for Springsteen. Essential listening for any fan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Normal beak
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Best Springsteen Podcast

    Officiandos for officiandos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The8BitGamer887
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Good lord

    I promise not all Springsteen fans are this awful

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    threeorangewhips82
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing show

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Palisano
    United States2 years ago

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Positive sentiment highlights the show's respectful, informed tone and strong host chemistry.
Fans value detailed breakdowns of shows, setlists, and archival material.
Listeners praise deep knowledge and thoughtful insights from two hosts.
A few critical reviews note structure or pacing issues but remain in the minority.

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S07 Episode 03: The 2026 LOHAD Tour Has An Emotional Kick Off In Minneapolis (with Josh Jacobson)
Q: What was it like to be in that arena, in a city heavily impacted by the president's policies, as Bruce opened with the speech and then went into War?
Josh described feeling a strong personal connection to Minneapolis, noting the arena's energy, the presence of advocacy groups, and the sense that an angry, fired-up Bruce can be a powerful performance.
S07 Episode 01: A Conversation With Al Teller - President Of Columbia Records 1981-1985
Q: What was your reaction to hearing Born In The USA for the first time?
Teller describes the excitement of hearing a string of potential singles, recognizing the album as Bruce's evolution into a global superstar, and the moment Bruce walked in with a big smile after the session.
S07 Episode 01: A Conversation With Al Teller - President Of Columbia Records 1981-1985
Q: Do you remember your first impressions of Bruce as an artist?
Teller recalls being overwhelmed by Blinded By The Light after listening for a minute and a half, realizing Bruce's fearless artistry and live performance strength, which shaped the label's early buzz-building approach.
S06 Episode 14: Springsteen On The Sunset Strip - Tales From The Roxy '78 (with Paul Rappaport)
Q: What do you think about the promotion of Bruce's live broadcast at the Roxy?
It was a complex but rewarding experience, with many logistical challenges, but ultimately it proved to be a legendary event in rock history.
S06 Episode 03: Who You Gonna Call? - Springsteen Tour 2024 Hits Canada (with Doug Maesk)
Q: How was the second show different in terms of atmosphere?
The first show was fun, this show was intense and emotionally charged due to the recent election. People were visibly affected.

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What is None But The Brave about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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
3. Doug Heye
4. Eileen Chapman
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7. Al Teller
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