Episodes
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Ron Blair: Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers | Ep. 583
To help celebrate the 50th anniversary of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and their new box set, "Origins 1971-1978," we're joined by founding member and bassist, Ron Blair. Ron discusses how he first met Tom and the legacy of 5 decades of music. Then you and I talk "Aerosmith & Friends." More…
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Doug Robb of Hoobastank talks 25th Anniversary and Velvet Revolver | Ep. 582
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album, Hoobastank return for a special hometown performance at The Roxy Theatre in Hollywood on November 20th. Lead singer Doug Robb joins to talk the event, their legacy, reflect on touring with Velvet Revolver, and more! More info:...
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Directing Guns N' Roses' first 5 videos - Nigel Dick (Part 2) | Ep. 581
"Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child O' Mine," "Paradise City," "Patience," and "It's So Easy." Seminal songs with memorable music videos. Nigel Dick directed all five for Guns N' Roses. He returns for a longer chat about each one, his new memoir, feelings toward "November Rain" and more! More...
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Steve Thompson: Mixing Engineer, "Appetite for Destruction" | Ep. 580
Guns N' Roses, Metallica, and John Lenon are just the tips of the iceberg of artists that 7x Grammy Award winning producer, arranger, mixer, re-mixer (and lots of other titles), Steve Thompson has worked with. Steve tells how he first started his legendary career, making music with iconic artists...
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Nigel Dick: Directing Guns N' Roses Music Videos | Ep. 579
"Music Video Mischief: Ozzy to Britney, Oasis to Gn'R, McCartney to Cher: a lifetime of rock and chaos" is the new memoir from director Nigel Dick. Here, Nigel focuses on his legendary Guns N' Roses videos, relationship with the band, original concept for Sweet Child O' Mine, and more! Part 2...
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Use Your Illusion recording stories (told by The Pigeon Master) | Ep. 578
We're joined by "The Pigeon Master," aka David MacPhee. David worked at the famous Record Plant during the Use Your Illusion sessions as a runner/2nd engineer. His stories feature a "menacing" Steven Adler, carrying drunk Slash & Duff, Axl's piano demands, accidentally scaring Izzy, and more! Our...
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Gil Moore, Triumph | Ep. 577
Triumph, one of Canada’s most revered and influential rock bands, returns with Leg 2 of the "Rock & Roll Machine Reloaded Tour." Legendary drummer Gil Moore joins to discuss the band’s 50th year, working with Todd Kerns and Brent Fitz from Slash's band, his Metalworks Studios where Use Your...
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Chuck Billy, Testament | Ep. 576
The iconic frontman of Testament gets candid in his new memoir, "Holding My Breath: The Two Testaments of Chuck Billy." Chuck joins to discuss the book, 40 years of thrash, Del James friendship, Guns N' Roses, and more! More info: https://chuckbillybook.com/...
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Wolf Hoffmann, ACCEPT: 50 Years of Heavy Metal | Ep. 575
German heavy metal legends ACCEPT celebrate 50 years with a landmark release, "Teutonic Titans 1976–2026." Wolf Hoffmann joins to discuss the star-studded album, reflect on a half century of riffs, if he considers himself "a Slash or an Izzy," and more! More info: https://www.acceptworldwide.com/...
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Eric Stenman, The Barbarians of California | Ep. 574
Eric Stenman of The Barbarians of California joins. Eric talks their AWOLNATION roots, new "Megatons" album, losing drummer Isaac Carptener to Guns N' Roses, opening for GN'R, Duff McKagan in AWOL, and much more! More info: https://www.thebarbariansofcalifornia.com/...
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Bootsy Collins talks mental health album featuring Buckethead | Ep. 573
Funk legend Bootsy Collins has teamed up with Buckethead, Robert Truilljo, Billy Sheehan and more to create "Metal Health," a guitar-heavy rock album with a focus on your mental health. As I shift from radio producer to podcast host, we're joined by Bootsy and his wife, Patti, for an important…
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Guns N' Roses Live in Saratoga '26: Review | Ep. 572
Guns N' Roses performed live in Saratoga Springs, NY on July 26th. We relive our experiences: from Baby Brownstone to Public Enemy, a run-in with Tommy Stinson, honesty about Axl's voice, VIP from Richard Fortus, and more! Guest co-host: Brad Smith Contact Brad:...
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Paul De Lisle, Smash Mouth - New Music, Rat Race, and Appetite for Destruction | Ep. 571
Paul De Lisle, bassist and founding member of Smash Mouth, joins to discuss their new album "Mercury Comet." Plus, fond memories of late singer Steve Harwell, cameo in the 2001 movie "Rat Race," love for Guns N' Roses' rhythm section, and more! More info: https://www.smashmouth.com/...
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George Lynch is a Wise Guy | Ep. 570
"Voodoo Wiseguys" is a blues-soaked hard rock collaboration featuring guitar legend, George Lynch. George joins to discuss the project, motivation, comedy, Dokken, Freddy Krueger, Lynch Mob, nudist colonies, Guns N' Roses, and much more! More info: https://georgelynch.com/...
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Brooke Ellis: "I'm the TRUE co-author of Steven Adler's book!" | Ep. 569
Brooke Ellis, longtime rock journalist and musician, joins to share his story about being the uncredited ghostwriter of Steven Adler's autobiography. Brooke details his relationship with the former Guns N' Roses drummer, his own music "HELLDEFY," and reacts to an unexpected announcement early in...
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Craig Duswalt: Remembering Doug Goldstein | Ep 568
In his first interview in 12 years, Craig Duswalt joins. Axl's former personal assistant details why he regrets his book "Welcome to My Jungle: An Unauthorized Account of How a Regular Guy Like Me Survived Years of Touring with Guns N' Roses..." However, this chat comes at a sad time in our…
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Use Your Chiropractor: Dr. Thaxton talks touring with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 567
Dr. Steven Thaxton returns to the podcast! We dive into how he ended up on tour with Guns N' Roses as their personal chiropractor during the epic Use Your Illusion era. Stories about riots, dinners with Axl, and much more! More info: https://worldwidechiropracticandsportsmedicine.com/ Our…
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Wes Orshoski, Film Director: Maiden, Motörhead, and Matt Sorum's Allstars | Ep. 566
From director Wes Orshoski comes the highly anticipated, “Di’Anno: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer.” We dissect this new documentary about the heavy struggles of Paul Di'Anno, as well as his films on The Damned and Lemmy Kilmister. Wes also speaks of shooting an ill-fated tour with Matt Sorum's "Rock N...
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Glen Matlock, the Sex Pistols | Ep. 565
Based on the tell-all memoir by Sex Pistols’ founding member Glen Matlock, the new documentary "I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol" is now streaming. The punk icon joins to talk about the doc, new tour with Frank Carter, playing with Duff McKagan, and more! More info: http://glenmatlock.co.uk/...
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Appetite for Anniversary: A Decade of Distortion | Ep. 564
10 years. Thank YOU for the ride. To celebrate, we invite YOU to talk about the last decade of the podcast and Guns N' Roses. Let's welcome fans Justin, Stephen, and Dan for a fun discussion about our GN'R passion. Here's to another 10! Our website: www.afdpod.com
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Adriana Smith, The Rocket Queen | Ep. 563
🎶Here she is, the Rocket Queen...Adriana Smith, the OTHER voice you hear on the classic Guns N' Roses song "Rocket Queen" is here. We're also joined by her 84-year-old mama, Diane. Both speak about meeting the GN'R guys and the famous moans. How does Adriana feel about the song today? What does...
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A strapping young lad named Devin Townsend | Ep. 562
An album over a decade in the making, Canadian metal maverick Devin Townsend has finally completed "The Moth." We discuss the new rock opera, his Strapping Young Lad days, dogs, thoughts on Guns N' Roses, and more! Guest appearance: Baby Brownstone More info:...
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Rachel Bolan: Solo, Skid Row, and the St. Louis Riot | Ep. 561
Skid Row's Rachel Bolan steps forward with his first-ever solo album, "Gargoyle of the Garden State," out June 12th. Rachel talks about the new record, his punk roots, status of Skid Row, memories of the St. Louis Riot with Guns N' Roses, and more! More info: https://www.skidrow.com/...
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Vicky Hamilton: Rock for Jennifer - Remembering an Iconic Rock Promotor and Agent | Ep. 560
Guns N' Roses, Vicky Hamilton, and Jennifer Perry once all lived in the same apartment. In this episode, we remember the life of Jennifer, an iconic rock promoter and agent. Vicky, Guns' first manager, recently curated the "Rock for Jennifer" concert, involving a mini GN'R reunion. We reflect on...
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The Trews: Talkin' Guns N' Roses | Ep. 559
Canadian rockers Colin and John Angus MacDonald of The Trews join to talk about their Guns N' Roses experiences. Opening for GN'R in '06, funny interactions with Axl and Slash, sharing their joint love for the band, the brothers tell some entertaining stories. More info:...
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Carmine Appice, Cactus | Ep. 558
Carmine Appice and Cactus have unleashed "Temple Of Blues II," featuring Bumblefoot, Dee Snider, Tracii Guns and several other rock legends. We talk to the drumming icon about his new record, Vanilla Fudge, The Doors, Steven Adler, Ozzy, Eddie Van Halen, turning 80, and more! More info:...
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"Estranged: Guns N' Roses & Use Your Illusion" author, Geoff Harkness | Ep. 557
"Estranged: Guns N' Roses & Use Your Illusion" is a meticulously researched new book from author Geoff Harkness. Geoff takes us on unforgettable deep dive into GN'R at the height of their artistry, ambition, & excess. More info: Order book - https://a.co/d/09Tw5clN Other Geoff books -...
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Frank Hannon, Reflections: Instrumentals, Tesla, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 556
Frank Hannon, co-founder and lead guitarist of Tesla, has released an instrumental album, "Reflections." Frank talks about his new music, inspirations for writing, experiencing Guns N' Roses at Nassau Coliseum, upcoming tour with Mötley Crüe, and much more! More info: https://frankhannon.com/...
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Gina Gershon, AlphaP* | Ep. 555
Actress Gina Gershon returns to the podcast! We discuss her new book, “AlphaPussy: How I Survived the Valley and Learned to Love My Boobs," where she stresses to trust your gut. In a world full of bullies and people telling her what to do, it was crucial for Gina to become an Alpha...plus, we...
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Steve Vai and Joe Satriani: Surfing, Dancing, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 554
Legendary guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai bring their SATCHVAI band to the US for the first time with “Surfing with the Hydra." Joe and Steve join to talk about the tour and new song "Dancing." Plus, we discuss how Joe recommended Bumblefoot for Guns N' Roses, Steve's first time seeing...
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Anything Goes with Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose | Ep. 553
Imagine if your therapist wrote Guns N' Roses songs. Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose returns to the podcast to dive deep into "Anything Goes," "Move to the City," and his songwriting process. We also talk music therapy, Axl and Izzy living at his mom's house, thoughts on GN'R still playing his…
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Gary Holt, Exodus: Goliath, Guns N' Roses, and Halftime Shows | Ep. 552
Thrash metal legends Exodus have announced "Goliath," out March 20th. Guitar great Gary Holt talks the new album, first time seeing Guns N' Roses, status of Slayer, experience at Ozzy's final show, thoughts on the Super Bowl halftime show, and more! More info: https://exodusattack.com/site/...
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Ryan Roxie: Fight Another Day, Slash's Snakepit and Alice Cooper | Ep. 551
Ryan Roxie, longtime guitarist for rock legend Alice Cooper, returns to the podcast after 7 years! Ryan talks his new song "Fight Another Day," reflects on Slash's Snakepit, life lessons learned from Alice, and more! More info: https://ryanroxie.com/…
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Tailgunner: New Music, Guns N' Roses, and Grammys Review | Ep. 550
Tailgunner is on the rise. Judas Priest guitar legend K.K. Downing has dubbed them “the next big thing" and produced their new album, "Midnight Blitz." We talk to Tom (aka Bones) and Rhea about their growth in the UK metal scene, Guns N' Roses fandom, and thoughts on the Grammys. Plus, "Shotgun...
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How I got Dr. Pepper involved with Chinese Democracy | Ep. 549
Some might recognize Chris Kooluris as "Kaneda" from his successful pinball podcast or perhaps the controversial days on GN'R message boards. After this episode, you'll know him as reason behind Dr. Pepper getting involved with Chinese Democracy. What really happened with this infamous Guns N'...
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"Magnum Opus: The Unbelievable 15 Year Saga of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy" | Ep. 548
James Greene Jr. is the author of "Magnum Opus: The Unbelievable 15 Year Saga of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy." This is the first book to unravel the entire bizarre story behind the album. Through exclusive interviews and extensive research, James shares everything...well, not those anonymous...
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Peter Napoliello: Part IV (Geffen, Guns N' Roses, and The Power of Legacy) | Ep. 547
Kicking off 2026 with new resolutions and a fan-favorite guest. Former Geffen SVP of Promotions, Peter Napoliello returns for more stories about his days with Guns N' Roses. We discuss the departure of Izzy, legacy of GN'R, perspective toward older artists, and much more! Other Peter interviews...
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A Show about Nothin' (and Atlas) | Ep. 546
New(ish) songs, another tour, your comments, a GN'R/Seinfeld multiverse...it's last podcast of 2025! First half: My review of "Nothin'" and "Atlas." Second half: "Mr. Mailstone," reading your letters. See ya in '26! Our website: www.afdpod.com
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Dan Cleary talks Jane's Addiction breakup and touring with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 545
Joining is Dan Cleary, guitar/bass tech for Jane's Addiction. Dan gets candid about their infamous fight and breakup. Plus, stories about Guns N' Roses' recent tour (filled in for Duff's legendary bass tech, McBob), alien encounters, and Yankees / Red Sox rivalry, and more! More info:...
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Street Child O' Mine: When Guiliette met Izzy | Ep. 544
Guiliette Jimaa, a make-up & hair artist from Germany, takes us back to 1987 when a soon-to-be famous Guns N' Roses played Dusseldorf. It was there Izzy Stradlin came into her life. A sweet tale of romance, cultural barriers, and Nutella, Guiliette shares her story (and pictures) for the first...
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Del James: Consensual Violence | Ep. 543
Author and Guns N' Roses tour manager Del James joins. We discuss his new graphic novel "Consensual Violence," Ozzy's final show, what 40 years of GN'R means to him, and more! More info: https://deadskypublishing.com/portfolio-item/consensual-violence/ https://www.instagram.com/deljamesgang/…
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The Sound and Vision of Matt Sorum | Ep. 542
Hall of Fame drummer Matt Sorum returns! We discuss his upcoming "Sound and Vision" Awards. Plus, saving the Arts in public schools, new Aerosmith/Yungblud EP, Velvet Revolver with Macy Gray, GNR's cover of "Sympathy for the Devil," what the 40th anniversary of Guns N' Roses means, and more! More...
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Roddy Bottum, Faith No More: "The Royal We" is "One in a Million" | Ep. 541
Roddy Bottum, Faith No More founding member and keyboardist, has penned his memoir. We get candid about "The Royal We," fear of coming out in the 80s, the infamous Guns N' Roses tour, and much more. More info: https://www.instagram.com/roddybottum https://linktr.ee/roddybottum Our website:...
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Ozzy & Me & McCartney & Baby Brownstone | Ep. 540
On the way back from a family road trip to see Paul McCartney, we make a pit stop to interview "Ozzy & Me" author, Stephen Rea. We talk about his heartwarming memoir detailing four decades of friendship with Ozzy Osbourne. Then my son and I try to recap his first rock concert. More info:...
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Laura Cox talks "Trouble Coming" and Slash's influence | Ep. 539
French rocker and viral guitarist Laura Cox has released her new album "Trouble Coming." Laura joins to talk about her journey, the new record, GN'R fandom, and influence Slash has had on her career. More info: https://www.lauracoxmusic.com/ Our website: www.afdpod.com
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"Don't Cry" for Me, Argentina (Axl's "Tantrum") | Ep. 538
Guns N' Roses recently performed for 2 massive crowds in Argentina. Let's welcome Argentinian fan, Agustín, who was there for Axl's mic throwing/drum kicking "tantrum" that went viral. What exactly happened and what should be the appropriate response? Agustín had his GN'R doubts going in but left...
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CKY's Jess Margera "Can't Stop Running" | Ep. 537
CKY are back with their first new single in 7 years, "Can't Stop Running." Band co-founder and drummer Jess Margera returns to the podcast to talk new music, balancing tour life with fatherhood, thoughts on Axl's recent inner-ear monitor drama, and more stories from the infamous 2002 tour with…
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The Story of West Arkeen and The Outpatience | Ep. 536
Dan McConomy was the manager for West Arkeen and his band, The Outpatience. We learn more about the late musician, his songwriting, how the album almost didn't happen, the truth behind West's tragic death, a crazy story behind the monkey album cover, Guns N' Roses' early days, and much more! More...
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"Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction" Graphic Novel from Sumerian Comics | Ep. 535
Axl has teamed up with Sumerian Comics to launch a brand-new graphic novel series, "Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction." Nathan Yocum, Sumerian co-founder and series co-creator, joins to tell us all about it! More info: https://sumerian.ink/ https://www.instagram.com/sumeriancomics/ Our website:...
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John Bush, Armored Saint / ex-Anthrax | Ep. 534
John Bush, legendary vocalist of Armored Saint, is celebrating the Anthrax albums he fronted. John joins to talk upcoming performances, reminisce on his Anthrax tenure, a "6-degrees of GN'R Bacon," and much more! More info: https://www.instagram.com/officialjohnbush/...
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