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Sean Smith, frontman of recently-reunited Welsh gold-selling emo rock band The Blackout, and Morgan Richards, international music journalist, team up to bring you a podcast full of exclusive insight, chaos and laughter, with star studded guests from every corner of entertainment. Take a look behind the scenes with your favourite musicians, wrestlers, comedians, drag queens, actors, industry names ... more

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Latest Episodes

Campfire Punk-Rock 101: Unlikely friends, vivid storytelling lyricists and new touring buddies, Jaret Reddick and Frank Turner, are our special guests on Episode 388 of Sappenin' Podcast! As Bowling For Soup and The Sleeping Souls set off on multiple... more

NOT A BARBIE! Saxophone superstar, emo touring fanatic and certified music nerd, Gabi Rose, is our guest on Episode 387 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Bilmuri wonder-woman unleashes exclusive confessions behind her role within one of the worlds most talke... more

Sunshine State of Mind! Songwriter to the stars, pop-rock frontman and lovestruck lyricist, Travis Clark, is our guest on Episode 386 of Sappenin' Podcast! We The Kings vocalist returns for an exclusive update on the bands next album, secretly collab... more

Deadbolt! Experimental hardcore visionary, melody master and cherished scene lyricist, Dustin Kensure, is our guest on Episode 385 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Thrice vocalist returns for a candid, casual and chilled look behind the bands current self-f... more

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Recent Guests

Frank Turner
Singer-songwriter, Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls
Frank Turner
Episode: EP. 388 - Bowling For Soup vs Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls | 'Bowl Your Bones' Tour 2026
Gabi Rose
Saxophonist and frontwoman of Enrose; guitarist for Bill Murray; featured on Sleep Token's Emergence
Enrose, Bill Murray, Sleep Token
Episode: EP. 387 - Gabi Rose | Bilmuri, Sleep Token and Enrose Saxophone Sorceress
Travis Clark
Frontman of We The Kings
We The Kings
Episode: EP. 386 - Travis Clark (We The Kings)
Dustin Kensrue
Lead singer and guitarist of Thrice
Thrice
Episode: EP. 385 - Dustin Kensrue (Thrice)
Rob Damiani
Member of Don Broco
Don Broco
Episode: EP. 384 - Don Broco (Rob Damiani & Si Delaney)
Si Delaney
Member of Don Broco
Don Broco
Episode: EP. 384 - Don Broco (Rob Damiani & Si Delaney)
Emma Boster
Vocalist for Dying Wish
Dying Wish
Episode: EP. 383 - Emma Boster (Dying Wish)
Spencer Chamberlain
Frontman of Underoath; guest on the cruise interview
Underoath
Episode: EP. 381 - Spencer Chamberlain (Underoath) | Live @ E.N.D Cruise 2026
Kevin Lyman
Founder of Warped Tour
Warped Tour
Episode: EP. 380 - Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour)

Hosts

Sean Smith
Host of the show, longtime frontman and industry commentator with deep ties to the emo/alternative scene.
Morgan Richards
International music journalist and co-host, known for interviewing artists across genres.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 755 ratings
  • Great podcast.

    Figured I’d update my review to state that I’ve been listening since day one and only missed a handful of episodes due to not being a fan of who’s on the pod but I’ve learnt so much about what goes on behind the scenes of some of the biggest bands in the industry. Still outstanding after all these years and the Patreon has allows me to make real life friend as well as online ones too. It’s great going to shows and festivals and having people say hello from the Patreon.

    Shaun Croucher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shaun croucher
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • The best in pod

    Fantastic podcast giving insights into the world of alternative music. Guests are always great and Sean is hilarious. Morgan’s puns are genuinely cringey but seems a top bloke

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanielP87
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Just a gid podcast

    Will never no support this great podcast 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Callum_Stodds
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing

    Love this podcast and busy catching up. Does wonders for your mental health as it brings a smile to your face each time. Being 42 , this delves deep into an era of music I adore. And it unashamedly reps numetal too as a non dirty word which is class. More Glassjaw. In fact Glassjaw all the time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RecklessImber
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Nice one me!

    Morgan and myself do a cracking job of keeping this nonsense going every week. We’ve had some amazing guests and some of the most interesting stories on the podcast.

    Thanks to listeners new and old.

    Appreciate you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SappeninSean
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The show blends nostalgia with current industry insights and humor, keeping long-time listeners engaged.
The hosts deliver insightful behind-the-scenes looks at the music industry with great banter and chemistry.
Guests are consistently engaging, with a mix of musicians, promoters, and cross-media personalities.

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EP. 386 - Travis Clark (We The Kings)
Q: What stands out most when you collaborate with other artists?
Travis explains that witnessing colleagues' genuine creativity, especially in Nashville and with up-and-coming writers, sparks fresh ideas and keeps collaborations exciting, often yielding lines and moments that feel unexpectedly brilliant.
EP. 383 - Emma Boster (Dying Wish)
Q: How did the banana moment on stage come about, and what does it say about your audience?
It's a spontaneous, silly expression of the band's relationship with fans, showing that people embrace absurdity and that live shows are about having fun and connecting in unpredictable ways.
EP. 381 - Spencer Chamberlain (Underoath) | Live @ E.N.D Cruise 2026
Q: What is Spencer Chamberlain's favorite song by The Used?
Sharp Objects.
EP. 376 - The Used (Bert McCracken & Jepha Howard) | Live @ E.N.D Cruise 2026
Q: What do you envision that you can and will be doing in 10 or 15 years?
It's still completely 100% possible that we're still doing the same thing, rocking on stage, because the crowds are getting younger and younger. So we might as well just keep rocking.
EP. 376 - The Used (Bert McCracken & Jepha Howard) | Live @ E.N.D Cruise 2026
Q: What was it like actually singing on a boat?
It was my first cruise that I've ever performed on and it was awesome.

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What is Sappenin’ Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners are drawn to candid conversations with artists, promoters, and performers connected to rock, emo, and broader entertainment circles. Episodes frequently explore touring life, the business of music (promotions, touring logistics, artist-manager dynamics), and crossovers into wrestling, comics, and pop culture. A standout element is the hosts' humor and long-running rapport, which often yields behind-the-scenes anecdotes, nostalgia for 2000s/2010s scenes, and practical insights for aspiring musicians, managers, and industry newcomers. The show often features high-profile musicians and entertainment figures, as well as athletes and creators who sit at the intersection of music and live performance, making it a strong fit for listener... more

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1. Frank Turner
2. Gabi Rose
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4. Dustin Kensrue
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7. Emma Boster
8. Spencer Chamberlain

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