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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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Major System Error!? Marmozets vocalist, punk-rock mother and the currently pregnant, Becca Bottomley, is our guest on Episode 394 of Sappenin' Podcast! One of the scenes biggest question-marks confesses untold secrets on the bands unexpected hiatus,... more

Until The Sun Explodes! Sublime's second-generation vocalist, California dreamer and SVN/BVRNT Records founder, Jakob Nowell, is our guest on Episode 393 of Sappenin' Podcast! The son of the iconic, Bradley Nowell, reflects on his involvement in the ... more

DUNKIN' DELIGHT! In what has become Sappenin' Podcast tradition, we begin our summer festival recordings with a trip to Slam Dunk 2026! In this special episode, we celebrate the staple emo events twentieth anniversary, with exclusive backstage conver... more

All You Are Is History! The king of pop-punks new age, Derek DiScanio, is our guest on Episode 391 of Sappenin' Podcast! State Champs cap-master vocalist returns for an exclusive audio reveal of his first ever moustache, touring 'Around The World and... more

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Recent Guests

Jakob Nowell
Frontman of Sublime
Sublime
Episode: EP. 393 - Jakob Nowell (Sublime)
Derek DiScanio
Lead vocalist of State Champs
State Champs
Episode: EP. 391 - Derek DiScanio (State Champs)
Jason Perry
Uber producer and front man of A
A
Episode: EP. 390 - Jason Perry: "A" is ACE!!!
Taylor Acorn
Musician, rising star in emo-pop
Self/Poster Child era
Episode: EP. 389 - Taylor Acorn | The Shapeshifting Poster Child
Jaret Reddick
Lead singer of Bowling for Soup
Bowling for Soup
Episode: EP. 388 - Bowling For Soup vs Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls | 'Bowl Your Bones' Tour 2026
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)

Hosts

Sean Smith
Host of the show, frontman and public figure in rock/emo circles
Morgan Richards
Co-host and international music journalist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 756 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 Kingdom8 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 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. 391 - Derek DiScanio (State Champs)
Q: How does the band envision the direction for their next album given their history and past success?
They want an intentional direction with experimentation—new textures that mix heavier and poppier elements while keeping core State Champs DNA, aiming to surprise fans without losing integrity.
EP. 391 - Derek DiScanio (State Champs)
Q: What is it like behind the scenes as State Champs negotiates a new label or a possible change in their contract?
Derek describes the process as a mix of industry chatter, meetings with various labels, and dinners, all while trying to preserve creative direction and choosing the right partner rather than chasing a hype deal.
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.

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A candid, music-centered interview show that blends behind-the-scenes industry insight with humor and storytelling. Episodes typically feature veteran musicians, promoters, and industry insiders, along with occasional wrestlers and media figures, discussing touring life, label dynamics, creative processes, and career longevity. The format leans into personal anecdotes, practical touring anecdotes, and assessments of the evolving music landscape, often framed by long-running friendships between hosts. This mix of long-form conversations, showmanship, and cross-genre guests makes it a reliable pick for listeners who want actionable career takeaways, entertainment, and a sense of community around rock, emo, and alternative scenes.

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