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The Spoon

The Spoon
Music
Halloween
Music Industry
Christmas
Rock Music
Artificial Intelligence
Nostalgia
Van Halen
Social Media
Los Angeles
Horror Movies
Rick Springfield
Creativity
Red Kross
Joe Armstrong
Sammy Hagar
Musical Collaboration
Trump Administration
Cultural Commentary
Curry Cuts

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 Jon "Bermuda" Schwartz is our guest, and it's always a delight.

Music By

• Martin Denny "Quiet Village"

• Mark Wirtz "Maniac vs Brainiac"

• Bow Wow Wow "Do You Wanna Hold Me"

Spoon Feeding

• Martin Mull Discogra... more

This is The Spoon, where our guests this week are The Eggplant (aka Karla), The Snappy Dresser (aka KC), The Cuisinart (aka Koi), and The Drummer (aka Charlie), collectively known as The Corner Laughers! Also, we're all very preoccupied with our cats... more

This is The Spoon, where Andy, Keith, and Chris from The Legal Matters are our guests, and we are all pretty sad people.

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• The Who "A Legal Matter"

• The Legal Matters "Let Me Explain"

• The Legal Matters "Lull And Bye"

Spoon Fee... more

This is The Spoon, where THIS INDIGNANCE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

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• David Lee Roth "You Got The Blues, Not Me"

• Greenberry Woods "Whenever You Want Me Too"

• The Uninvited "Bulletrproof"

Spoon Feeding

• Gossip Goblin

• Frozen (n... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Bermuda Schwartz
Drummer, longtime member of Weird Al Yankovic's band and LA Americana scene staple
Weird Al Yankovic Band
Episode: EP 615: One Man Americana Scene (The Bermuda Schwartz Story)
KC Bowman
Solo artist and member of The Corner Laughers
KC Bowman / The Corner Laughers
Episode: EP 614: Plant Shops And Libraries (The Corner Laughers Story)
Ira Rosen
Musician/guest mentioned, back in the fold with Greenberry Woods
Greenberry Woods
Episode: EP 612: Even A Stopped Satan
Will Harris
Freelance journalist, host of Letting Them Talk
Letting Them Talk (podcast)
Episode: EP 611: All The Chicks Dig Writers (The Will Harris Story)
Matthew Corey
Writer and screenwriter with Trek credits; debut guest on the program
Episode: EP 610: Burro Outruns Lava (The Matthew Corey Story)
Peter Anthony Holder
Canadian broadcaster, currently hosts The Stuff File
The Stuff File
Episode: EP 608: Elk Skirt (The Peter Anthony Holder Story)
Allen Lulu
Musician and member of Throttleback Sparky
Throttleback Sparky
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.
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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)

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
    Canada4 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 614: Plant Shops And Libraries (The Corner Laughers Story)
Q: Do you guys also play this material out, or is this mostly a recording concern that you have going on here?
We do, we used to play all the time with the full band, but in the last few years we've shifted to smaller lineups and play more in plant shops and libraries.
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.

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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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The Spoon launched 15 years ago and published 623 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Spoon include:

1. Jon Bermuda Schwartz
2. KC Bowman
3. Ira Rosen
4. Will Harris
5. Matthew Corey
6. Peter Anthony Holder
7. Allen Lulu
8. Michael Simmons

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