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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

Don't Quit It! Emo's most distinctive Scottish accent, Irn-Bru canoniser and golf maniac, Sam McTrusty, is our guest on Episode 407 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Twin Atlantic vocalist returns for an exclusive deep dive into new album 'Separation From Th... more

Heads Will Roll! Wrestling champion, music fanatic and bohemian badass, Jamie Hayter, is our guest on Episode 406 of Sappenin' Podcast! All Elite Wrestling's resident brawler celebrates winning the AEW Women’s Tag Team Championships with Alex Windsor... more

You're Not Alone! Recorded LIVE to a passionate sold-out crowd at Fuel Rock Club Cardiff, angry guitarist James 'Bob' Davies, surprises our live audience with an exclusive tell all conversation, celebrating the fifteenth anniversary of an album calle... more

If Podcasts Were Confidential!? The scenes favourite prankster, pop-culture lyricist and self proclaimed future TV reality host, Awsten Knight, returns to Episode 404 of Sappenin' Podcast! The Waterparks vocalist dishes out unfiltered confession behi... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Hayter
AEW wrestler, newly crowned AEW Women's Tag Team Champion
All Elite Wrestling
Episode: EP. 406 - Jamie Hayter (All Elite Wrestling)
James Bob Davies
Member of The Blackout
The Blackout
Episode: EP. 405 - The Blackout: 'Hope' (15th Anniversary) | Live @ Fuel Rock Club Cardiff
Awsten Knight
Musician, frontman of Waterparks
Waterparks
Episode: EP. 404 - Waterparks Are Better Than Therapy with Awsten Knight
Chelsea Rifkin
Musician, member of Wilt
Wilt
Episode: EP. 403 - Chelsea Rifkin (Wilt)
Adam Lazzara
Lead singer of Taking Back Sunday
Taking Back Sunday
Episode: EP. 400 - Taking Back Sunday: Louder Now 20th Anniversary with Adam Lazzara, John Nolan & Fred Mascherino
John Nolan
Co-founder and guitarist/vocalist of Taking Back Sunday
Taking Back Sunday
Episode: EP. 400 - Taking Back Sunday: Louder Now 20th Anniversary with Adam Lazzara, John Nolan & Fred Mascherino
Fred Mascherino
Guitarist/vocalist formerly of Taking Back Sunday, returning member
Taking Back Sunday
Episode: EP. 400 - Taking Back Sunday: Louder Now 20th Anniversary with Adam Lazzara, John Nolan & Fred Mascherino
Steph Carter
Former Gallows member, Marshall Amplifications liaison at festival
Gallows, Marshall Amplifications
Episode: EP. 399 - 2000Trees Festival 2026 (Don Broco, Arcane Roots, I Am The Avalanche, Pinkshift, Free Throw & Steph Carter)
Don Broco
Band; Don Broco stepped in headlining, discussed Nightmares Trippin and festival set
Don Broco
Episode: EP. 399 - 2000Trees Festival 2026 (Don Broco, Arcane Roots, I Am The Avalanche, Pinkshift, Free Throw & Steph Carter)

Hosts

Sean Smith
Host of Sappenin' Podcast
Morgan Richards
Co-host; international music journalist
Shaun Smith
Host of Sappenin' Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 760 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 Kingdoma year 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 Kingdom3 years ago
  • Just a gid podcast

    Will never no support this great podcast 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Callum_Stodds
    United Kingdom3 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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EP. 405 - The Blackout: 'Hope' (15th Anniversary) | Live @ Fuel Rock Club Cardiff
Q: What was the most surprising part of revisiting Hope in a live setting after so many years?
Seeing how fans connected emotionally with the old videos and hearing people tell us how these songs shaped their lives reminded us that the record wasn't just music; it was a cultural moment. It reinforced that Hope was not just a collection of songs but a catalyst for a community.
EP. 405 - The Blackout: 'Hope' (15th Anniversary) | Live @ Fuel Rock Club Cardiff
Q: How did you decide to mount a full album playthrough for the Cult VR show, and what were the biggest challenges?
We wanted to do something that would honor the 15th anniversary while pushing the boundaries of a live set, so we collaborated with Cult VR to create a multi-faceted visual experience. The biggest hurdles were syncing to a click, adapting to in-ear monitors, and coordinating visuals with long-running tracks that weren't originally designed to be performed live in that format.
EP. 406 - Jamie Hayter (All Elite Wrestling)
Q: Can you talk to us a little bit about what these regular events mean to you as someone who started in the British indie scene?
Jamie describes Wembley as a pinnacle moment that validates her roots in UK wrestling and highlights how big stages can elevate the entire British scene while still feeling like home.
EP. 404 - Waterparks Are Better Than Therapy with Awsten Knight
Q: How did you manage to coordinate so many busy collaborators for Tell Me Why?
Awsten explains it as a 'film-like' casting process, with producers, engineers, and the artist's teams aligning as the project progressed, aided by Dylan Francis's facilitation and Mark Hoppus's enthusiasm, culminating in a bold multi-guest track.
EP. 404 - Waterparks Are Better Than Therapy with Awsten Knight
Q: How close did you get with any Gerard Way involvement?
Awsten describes texting Mikey Way to gauge interest, shared two version cuts, and emphasized no pressure while keeping options open, ultimately leaving potential involvement contingent on Mikey's interest and timing.

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A high-energy interview show centered on indie, emo, and rock scenes, with hosts guiding candid chats that blend behind-the-scenes touring stories, creative processes, and industry insights. Guests span bands, solo artists, and industry insiders, often sharing intimate tour anecdotes, origins of projects, and collaborative dynamics. The show leans into humor and camaraderie, offering a window into festival culture, songwriting, and the realities of sustaining a music career in a changing landscape. Its strength lies in long-form conversations that mix nostalgia with forward-looking plans, plus a loyal community built around exclusive content and fan engagement.

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