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The Spoon

The Spoon
Music
Halloween
Horror Movies
Joe Armstrong
Cultural Commentary
Tom Petty
Burn It Down
Listener Engagement
Power Pop
Los Angeles
Hurricanes
Empathy
Divisiveness In Society
Rage Against the Machine
Twin Peaks
Music Industry
Social Media
Community Life
Lemon Twigs
Electric Light Orchestra

In their quest to understand this insane world and the people who inhabit it, hosts Robbie Rist, Chris Jackson, and Thom Bowers stir up silly discussions on serious topics (and vice versa), hopping through conversational hyperlinks like a trio of cats playing with a laser pointer.

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Latest Episodes

This is The Spoon, where Will Harris is our guest, and we are at the Harris/Costello Nexus.

Music By

• Damone "Frustrated Unnoticed"

• Men Without Hats "Eloise & I"

• Julian Lennon "Lucky Ones"

Spoon Feeding

• Barely Pink/Redd Kross LI... more

This is The Spoon, where Matthew Corey is our guest, and we know better than the dots.

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• Olivia D'abo "Undertow"

• SNMNMNM "Spanish Cucumber"

• Outhouse Poets "When She Does"

• Athens Drive High School Marching Band "Ave Maria"

S... more

This is The Spoon, where we don't recommend putting a hat on a fish.

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• Bad Religion "Hooray For Me"

• Father Peace "No Complaints"

• The Ramones "Bonzo Goes To Bitburg"

Spoon Feeding

• Alton Brown Cooks Food

• The Meters

• On... more

This is The Spoon, where Peter Anthony Holder is our guest, we pull the jerseys over our heads, and then the fun begins... and you can sync it to The Blue Danube.

Music By

• The Travelers "This Land Is Your Land"

• Peter Peter "It's You"

• B... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Corey
Writer and screenwriter with Trek credits; debut guest on the program
Episode: EP 610: Burro Outruns Lava (The Matthew Corey Story)
Allen Lulu
Musician and member of Throttleback Sparky
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Episode: EP 603: Tourist Musician Energy (The Allen Lulu Story)
Michael Simmons
Musician and songwriter known for his work with Sparkle Jets and his solo projects.
Independent musician
Episode: EP 602: Petal To The Meddle (The Michael Simmons Story)
Mike Simmons
Musician from Sparkle Jets UK and producer.
Sparkle Jets UK
Episode: EP 597: Put On A Mask To Drop Your Mask (The Big Stir Story)
Patrick Labyroteaux
Actor and host of his own podcast, involved in movies and television for decades.
Episode: EP 595: No Way To Steer An Elephant (The Patrick Labyroteaux Story)
MJ Bowers
A guest who discusses cultural and personal identity topics
Myriad
Episode: EP 590: I Miss Wizard Vans
Adam Waltemire
Host of Pop Garden Radio, musician
Pop Garden Radio
Episode: EP 589: Off The Top Of The Pate (The Adam Waltemire Story)
Andrew Curry
Owner of Curry Cuts and music producer
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Episode: EP 587: Everyone Under 55, Sing Along! (The Andrew Curry Story)
Bob Walkenhorst
Lead singer of The Rainmakers, reflecting on his music career and songwriting process
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Episode: EP 586: Not That Kind Of River (The Bob Walkenhorst Story)

Hosts

Robbie Rist
Host; frequent guest; long-time contributor to The Spoon with a comedic and music-leaning sensibility.
Chris Jackson
Co-host known for witty banter and cultural commentary; contributes music and pop culture insight.
Thom Bowers
Co-host with a knack for social observations, humor, and storytelling across topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Super funny

    Robbie Rist, Chris Jackson and Thom Bowers have a hilarious take on , well, everything. Music, current events, fine cider… nothing is left untouched. Check it out. Also Robbie’s love of the Beatles, The anti alcohol stance of Chris and Toms disdain for audiobooks make this a super interesting podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shell Bass
    Canada3 years ago
  • Super funny

    Robbie Rist, Chris Jackson and Thom Bowers have a hilarious take on , well, everything. Music, current events, fine cider… nothing is left untouched.

    Check it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shell Bass
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great, Rambling Fun

    This show is a hoot! Love the music; the hosts are loud, snarky but really knowledgeable; and the topics are...well...the topics are all over the map.

    Strap in because you’re going on a journey, but it’s a hell of a ride.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Amazing Shmoo
    United States6 years ago
  • Love

    I adore this show......especially when Bill Funt is on it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duh?
    United States8 years ago
  • Worst show ever

    Robbie is always drunk and the topics are so all over the place and the music is so obscure that only the hosts can appreciate it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    -->chey<--
    United States9 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some episodes lean into nostalgia and music history with entertaining depth.
The show feels like hanging out with friends who know their music and culture.
Insightful hosts deliver sharp takes with plenty of humor.
Pitches benefit from sponsor-friendly topics and authentic host energy.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP 603: Tourist Musician Energy (The Allen Lulu Story)
Q: Why did you revisit this?
Lulu mentions he loves the medium of vinyl and wanted to relive the tactile experience of having music in his hands.
EP 589: Off The Top Of The Pate (The Adam Waltemire Story)
Q: Who would you say your comedy influences were? Who made you want to do it?
I'm going to be honest, Bill Cosby.
EP 589: Off The Top Of The Pate (The Adam Waltemire Story)
Q: So Adam, do you play out?
No, I do not. I don't play an instrument. Occasionally, though, I'll go down, have a couple of shots, and get up and do 10 minutes of stand up.
EP 584: One Long Gotcha Question (The Peter Anthony Holder Story)
Q: Peter, have you ever met Narduar? Do you know who that guy is?
No, I do not.
EP 579: Better Than A Shush (The Brad Savage Story)
Q: What is today like, Brad? Because you kind of said you burnt out on Universal.
Brad discusses how he transitioned from editing and producing movie trailers after feeling burnt out and highlights his current work in a charity cover band.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Spoon

What is The Spoon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A loose, conversation-driven show where three hosts and frequent guests roam across politics, culture, music, and pop culture with humor and a salon-style vibe. Episodes skew toward current events, media personalities, and creative expression, often weaving in personal anecdotes, nostalgia, and playful banter. Highlights include provocative takes on public figures, a strong_music orientation, and a knack for spontaneous, wide-ranging discussions that feel like a casual hang with friends. The format tends to blend sharp observations with accessible, entertaining storytelling, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy candid, irreverent discourse plus behind-the-scenes music chatter.

Noteworthy aspects include a consistent trio dynamic, gue... more

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Recent guests on The Spoon include:

1. Matthew Corey
2. Allen Lulu
3. Michael Simmons
4. Mike Simmons
5. Patrick Labyroteaux
6. MJ Bowers
7. Adam Waltemire
8. Andrew Curry

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