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Chuck Shute Podcast

by Chuck Shute

In depth interviews with musicians, comedians, authors, actors, and more! Guests on the show include David Duchovny, Billy Bob Thornton, Mark Normand, Dee Snider, Ann Wilson, Tony Horton, Don Dokken, Jack Carr and many more.

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Episodes

  1. Brian Sanders (Food Lies, Peak Human Podcast) Returns to Talk Keto, Vegan, Whole Foods & More!

    Brian Sanders discussed updates on his "Food Lies" film, which is being pitched to Netflix. He shared his dietary journey, emphasizing the benefits of unfortified rice and bone broth. Sanders highlighted the issues with processed foods, including oxalates in spinach and kale, and the importance…

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  2. Living Colour's Vernon Reid Talks New Solo Record, Plans with Living Colour & More!

    Vernon Reid discussed his new solo album, recorded partly at Super Giraffe Sound and featuring collaborations with Greg Tate's band Burnt Sugar, DJ Logic, and others. The album includes licensed audio snippets and spoken word recordings, including a subway performer. Reid highlighted the eclectic...

  3. Raine Maida (Our Lady Peace) Discusses New Single, Touring with Van Halen & Page/Plant & more!

    Raine Maida discussed his recent film project, which showcases the realities of making music, and his upcoming book and new music. He emphasized the importance of addressing mental health issues, noting that their new single will donate proceeds to mental health organizations. Maida shared...

  4. Dr. William Fortschen Returns to Discuss EMP Threats and His Book Becoming a Movie!

    Dr. William Forstchen discusses the adaptation of his book "One Second After" into a movie. The film, produced by MPI Films and directed by Scott Rogers, is set to start filming in Bulgaria in September, with a release expected in late spring or early summer next year. The movie will focus on the...

  5. Hypnotherapist Tim Shurr Explains How to Break Through Mental Obstacles

    Tim Shurr, a hypnotherapist with over 16,000 coaching sessions, discusses his journey and methods for breaking mental obstacles. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and changing limiting beliefs, often formed in childhood, to achieve personal growth. Shurr highlights the significance of...

  6. Former NFL QB & Pac-12 Passing Leader Luke Falk Discusses Mental Strength, His Upcoming New Book and More!

    Luke Falk, the Pac-12 all-time passing leader, discussed his journey from a walk-on at Washington State to the NFL. He highlighted the importance of mental strength, sharing his experiences with Coach Leach and the challenges of maintaining focus amidst external pressures. Falk emphasized the…

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  7. Wheatus Frontman Brendan B. Brown Opens Up About His Journey, Love of Music & More!

    Brendan Brown discussed his musical journey, including the formation of his band, Wheatus, and the challenges faced. He shared his experience of starting with a four-track and drum machine, working multiple jobs, and finally signing a record deal in 1999. Brown emphasized the importance of…

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  8. A Deep Conversation About Health, Wellness, Nutrition, Healing Trauma and more with Julie Brar

    Julie Brar is a Certified Regenerative Health Practitioner and Holistic Nutritionist. We discuss her journey from a rough childhood to a career in holistic health, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes of illness rather than relying on pharmaceuticals. She shares her personal...

  9. Alan Niven (GnR, Great White) Discusses Crazy Tales in His New Book "Sound N' Fury"

    Alan Niven discusses his experiences as a manager and producer, particularly with Guns N' Roses and Great White. He highlights the challenges of managing Axel Rose's erratic behavior and the impact of losing key members like Izzy Stradlin. Niven emphasizes the importance of maintaining anonymity...

  10. Warrant Guitarist Joey Allen Opens Up About New Music, Band Business, & More!

    Joey Allen, guitarist of Warrant, discussed the band's evolution, business model, and personal growth. He highlighted the band's financial success, averaging 40-60 shows a year, and their lean touring operations. Allen emphasized the importance of responsibility, sobriety, and professionalism,...

  11. Buckcherry Frontman Josh Todd Returns to Discuss New Music, Shows, Life & more!

    Josh Todd discussed his unique pre-show routine, emphasizing hydration and physical preparation. He shared experiences from touring with Skid Row and Steel Panther, highlighting the challenges of close quarters and personal space. Todd reflected on his 30-year sobriety and coping mechanisms like...

  12. Cliff Rigano Discusses Dry Kill Logic's Comeback, New Music, Shows & More!

    Cliff Rigano from Dry Kill Logic discussed the band's comeback, their new single "Now You Belong with the Dead," and their unique songwriting process. The discussion between Cliff Rigano and Chuck Shute delves into the evolving landscape of live shows in the music industry, emphasizing the...

  13. Author Xi Van Fleet Discusses Her Book 'Mao's America: A Survivor's Warning"

    Xi Van Fleet, author of "Mao's America," discusses the Cultural Revolution's impact on education and society. She explains how Mao targeted intellectuals and teachers, using youth indoctrinated in government schools to destroy old institutions. Van Fleet compares this strategy to modern movements...

  14. Comedian Andrew Orolfo Talks Bombing, Coachella, Rage Baiting, Clip Farming & More!

    Andrew Orolfo discusses his comedy career, including his game show with friends, his appearance on James Corden and on Joy Koy's Netflix special. He shares his writing process, which involves constant tweaking and interaction with his audience. Andrew reflects on the challenges of performing…

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  15. Martin Popoff Discusses His New Guns 'N Roses Book, Grunge, Other Rockstars & More!

    Chuck Shute and Martin Popoff discuss Popoff's book on Guns N' Roses, highlighting its unique photos and the collaboration with his editor, Dennis. Popoff has written 130 books, with 40% of his income from mail orders. They delve into the band's history, including the challenges of updating books...

  16. Ryan Roxie Discusses his New Song, Podcasting, Alice Cooper & More!

    Ryan Roxie discussed his move from Stockholm to Cape Town, highlighting the cultural and environmental differences. He addressed media sensationalism about South Africa's safety, emphasizing personal experiences. Ryan praised Alice Cooper's non-political approach to rock and roll, citing a 2018...

  17. Stefan Adika, Bass Player with Dee Dee Ramone, Rockett Mafia & More!

    Stefan Adika discussed his recent activities, including wood shedding on bass after a six-year hiatus and his involvement with the tribute band Rocket Mafia for charity. He praised his YouTube success, surpassing 20,000 subscribers and earning thousands. Adika shared his experiences with Ryan...

  18. The Legendary Larry Wilmore (The Daily Show, The Bernie Mac Show, The Office) Drops in for a Fun Chat!

    Larry Wilmore discusses his fascination with historical figures like Harry Houdini, the Marx Brothers, and the Beatles, attributing their success to the zeitgeist and cultural timing. He reflects on his own career, including his work on "The Daily Show" and his intentional efforts to create and...

  19. Comedian & Daily Show Writer Dina Hashem Talks New Special, Music, Comedy Influences & more!

    Dina Hashem discusses her new comedy special "Dark Little Whispers" on Amazon Prime, produced by Sam Morrow. She details her journey learning to play drums through a Japanese arcade game, which inspired the special's intro music. Hashem shares her experiences with social anxiety, how comedy has...

  20. Wednesday 13 Returns to the Show to Talk New Record, Rockstar Encounters, Success & more!

    Wednesday 13 discussed his new album "No Apologies," which he wrote and produced alone, inspired by his early career. He shared stories about his life in Burbank, California, and encounters with wildlife. He emphasized the importance of natural songwriting and his influences from bands like Skid...

  21. Author & Journalist Richie McGinniss Discusses His Book "Riot Diet" and the State of America

    Richie McGinniss discussed his book "Riot Diet" and its sequel, which covers protests from Kenosha to January 6. He highlighted the shift in political paradigms, noting that while BLM protests were largely peaceful, recent protests against Tesla dealerships were more violent. McGinniss criticized...

  22. Actor Reed Diamond Returns to the Show to Discuss New Film "Drop", Fun Stories on Set & More!

    Reed Diamond and Chuck Shute delve into the timeless appeal of Pixar movies, emphasizing the importance of a strong script. Reed shares his experiences working on "Drop," a thriller filmed in Ireland, highlighting the practical sets and collaborative environment. They also touch on the impact of...

  23. Tracii Guns Opens Up About L.A. Guns Past & Present, GnR, Skid Row and More!

    Tracii Guns discussed his musical journey, including his time in LA Guns, Guns N' Roses, and various collaborations. Guns emphasized the importance of music in his life and his preference for older music. He praised tribute bands and shared insights on songwriting, noting the impact of his song...

  24. John Corabi Talks New Record, Wild Stories, Celebrity Encounters & much more!

    John Corabi discussed his new album featuring blues covers, recorded at Muscle Shoals, and his experiences with various bands, including Motley Crue and The Dead Daisies. He shared stories about his motorhome, which serves as a tour bus and family home, and his upcoming trip to a bike rally in...

  25. Ex Seahawks Strength Coach Chris Carlisle Talks Winning a Super Bowl, Training & His Book

    Chris Carlisle, former Seahawks strength coach, discussed his approach to training and coaching. He emphasized the importance of constant learning, innovation, and adapting techniques. Carlisle highlighted Pete Carroll's success due to his genuine and consistent approach, which fostered a strong...

  26. Young MC Discusses the I Love the 90s Tour, New Music, Producing & more!

    Young MC is a Grammy Award winning rapper and musical producer. He is known for his hit "Bust a Move" as well as co-writing Tone Loc's biggest hits. He is currently making new music and producing new artists, as well as performing on the "I Love the 90s" tour. We discuss his new music, the music...

  27. Whey Jennings Discusses New Music, Songwriting, Sobriety & more!

    Whey Jennings is a Nashville recording artist & country singer-songwriter and the grandson of Waylon Jennings. In this episode he discussed his upcoming 2025 album, which includes 12 songs from 22, co-written with artists like Tyler Booth and Billy Lawson. He emphasized his role as a...

  28. Dani Filth of Cradle of Filth Dishes on New Album, Tour and Other Plans

    Dani Filth from Cradle of Filth discussed their new album "Screaming of the Valkyries," featuring new keyboardist and vocalist Zoe, who married their guitarist. They addressed the challenges of touring in the U.S., including visa costs and logistics. The band is co-headlining with The Dying Fetus...

  29. Gary Holt (Slayer & Exodus) Discusses His Wild New Book "Fabulous Disaster"

    Gary Holt discusses his new book "Fabulous Disaster," detailing his wild journey in music, including his time with Exodus and Slayer. He contrasts his story with Motley Crue's, highlighting his ongoing struggles despite success. Holt emphasizes the emotional impact he aimed to achieve through the...

  30. Skid Row Drummer Rob Hammersmith Talks Band's Future Plans & Lead Singer Search

    Rob Hammersmith is the drummer for the band Skid Row. In this episode we discuss the band's future plans, lead singer search, live set list and more! 0:00:00 - Intro 0:00:23 - Technical Set Ups & Producers 0:05:15 - Concert Prices & Seeing Shows 0:07:10 - Skid Row Band Connections 0:08:55 -...

  31. Nutritionist Jerold Mande Discusses New Health Movement in America

    Jerold Mande discussed the evolution of the health landscape, highlighting RFK Jr.'s role in making chronic diseases like obesity a political priority. He endorsed RFK Jr.'s Make America Healthy Again movement, which includes 12 policies aimed at improving food safety and reducing chemicals.…

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  32. Sex Therapist & Trauma Specialist Felicia Molano Discusses How to Have a Healthy Sexual Relationship

    Felicia Molano, a certified sex therapist and trauma specialist, discussed her extensive training, including 90 credits in sexuality, 50 hours of supervision, and 300 hours of direct client contact and professional membership of AASECT. She specializes in EMDR for trauma, including sexual trauma,...

  33. Jizzy Pearl Talks New Love/Hate Record, Quiet Riot, His YouTube Channel and More!

    Jizzy Pearl discussed his new album "Punk Rock Fiesta," set to release on March 1, and his upcoming UK tour to celebrate the 35th anniversary of his first Love/Hate record. He emphasized the importance of detaching from technology to write music and shared his experiences with recording in...

  34. Lorraine Lewis (Femme Fatale, ex Vixen) Discusses New Music, Jelly Roll, Onlyfans & More!

    Lorraine Lewis discussed her new role as a casting producer for a Netflix dating show, focusing on big, loud characters. She shared her experience working with Peter Higgins and her nickname "the closer." Lorraine also talked about discovering Jelly Roll and his rise to fame, her personal life…

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  35. Actress Brooke Butler Talks New Film Sunfish, Her Role on Ozark, Working with Chris Kattan & More!

    Brooke Butler discusses her upbringing in Woodinville, Washington, and her love for Taco Time. She highlights her role in the film "Sunfish and Other Stories on Green Lake," which premiered at Sundance and is available on the Sundance website until Sunday. The film is an anthology series about...

  36. Guitarist Dario Lorina Discusses His Work with Jani Lane, Zakk Wylde & New Project Dark Chapel

    Dario Lorina discussed his work with Jani Lane, Zakk Wylde, and his new project, Dark Chapel. He recorded much of his album at home, using a Les Paul, JCM 800, and Marshall 412. He emphasized the importance of preamps and microphones in achieving tone. Lorina highlighted "Dead Weight" as a…

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  37. Killswitch Engage Drummer Justin Foley Talks New Album & Tour

    In this episode, Justin Foley of Killswitch Engage discusses the band's new album "Consequences," detailing their collaborative songwriting process and the technological advancements that have changed how they create music. Foley shares his thoughts on live performances, fan engagement, and the...

  38. Robin McAuley (Survivor, MSG) Discusses His New Solo Album “Soulbound”

    Robin McAuley discussed the impact of recent California wildfires, mentioning his location in Malibu and the containment status of nearby fires. He highlighted the challenges faced by residents, including insurance issues and the devastation in areas like Pasadena and Altadena. McAuley also…

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  39. Dr. Adi Jaffe, Addiction Specialist & Author of "Unhooked: Free Yourself From Addiction Forever"

    Dr. Adi Jaffe is an author and addiction specialist. We discuss addiction, highlighting how the pandemic and social media contribute to compulsive behaviors. We explore the concept of finding purpose and the potential benefits of psychedelics in addiction treatment. Dr. Jaffe emphasizes the...

  40. Robert Fleischman (ex Journey, ex Vinnie Vincent) Has Great Stories & a New Album

    Robert Fleischman discussed his dual career in music and painting, emphasizing his 2,500-square-foot industrial painting space and a home recording studio. He reflected on his tenure with Journey, his brief collaboration with George Lynch, and his experiences with Van Halen and Tom Petty....

  41. Jim Florentine Returns to Discuss Seattle Show Cancellations, New Special, Sports, Music & more!

    Jim Florentine discussed the cancellation of his comedy show in Seattle due to progressive values, which led to increased media attention and 100 press requests. The show was relocated to Tacoma, where it was well-received. Florentine criticized the woke culture's censorship and the hypocrisy of...

  42. Nicholas Niespodziani from Yacht Rock Revue Talks New Album, Opening for Train & REO Speedwagon, & more!

    Chuck Shute interviews Nicholas Niespodziani from Yacht Rock Revue, a band that opened for Train and REO Speedwagon. Nick discusses the band's unique yacht rock covers and their energetic, fun-filled performances. The band emphasizes attention to detail and musicianship, playing songs at a faster...

  43. Filmmaker & Youtuber Radix Verum Discusses the Gretchen Whitmer Kidnapping Case

    Radix Verum is a YouTuber and filmmaker, currently working on a documentary around the Gretchen Whitmer kidnapping case. Chuck and Radix discuss the de-banking of Radix by Bank of America and a SWAT incident at her house, which she believes was a false pretext to intimidate her. Radix is working…

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  44. JT Follows JC Returns to the Show to Discuss Conspiracies, Aliens, Christianity & More!

    J.T. and Chuck Shute discuss the distribution challenges of J.T.'s movie "Ancient Angels" on Vimeo and Amazon Prime. They delve into conspiracy theories about aliens, UFOs, and interdimensional beings, referencing movies like "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" and "Indiana Jones and the Crystal...

  45. Guitarist Pete Evick from Bret Michaels Band Drops Some Truth Bombs & Great Stories

    Pete Evick is a musician, best known for playing guitar with the Bret Michaels Band. We discuss a variety of topics in this interview including writing & producing songs, Bret Michael's health, why Poison won't tour in 2025, working with Miley Cyrus, hanging with Don Dokken and more! 0:00:00 -...

  46. Actor John Hickman Talks New Film with Morgan Freeman, Working with Al Pacino & More!

    John Hickman discussed his acting career, highlighting his experiences working with notable actors like Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino, and Tommy Lee Jones. He shared insights into the demanding schedules of film sets, including a nine-hour fight scene with Tyrese Gibson. Hickman also mentioned his...

  47. Rising Star Avalon Stone Discusses the Music Business, Songwriting, New Songs & More!

    Avalon Stone, a rising musician, discussed her songwriting journey, starting at a songwriting camp at age 10. She emphasized the importance of analytical songwriting and collaboration, mentioning her song "Cliffhanger" co-written with international collaborators. Avalon highlighted the business...

  48. Casandra Carson Talks New Project with George Lynch, Paralandra Tour with Tantric & more!

    Casandra Carson is a singer, songwriter and guitarist for Paralandra & The L.I.F.E. Project. In this episode she discussed her new project with George Lynch, "Cassandra's Crossing," set to release on October 25. She highlighted the creative process and the influence of Lynch's guitar tracks....

  49. John Cooper of Skillet Discusses New Album, Tour, State of America, Mental Health & More!

    John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist and founding member of the Christian rock band Skillet. They have a new album "Revolution" out on November 1st and will be on tour with Seether. We discuss the new album, moving from a major label to an independent, mental health in America, freedom…

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  50. Comedian Gus Tate Discusses New Special "Top Gus" and More!

    Gus Tate is a NYC-based stand up comedian. His latest special "Top Gus" has over 175K views on YouTube (and is available there for free). In this episode we discuss how he started comedy in China, comedic style, other comedians, being followed by Neal Brennan, his future plans and more! 0:00:00 -...

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In depth interviews with musicians, comedians, authors, actors, and more! Guests on the show include David Duchovny, Billy Bob Thornton, Mark Normand, Dee Snider, Ann Wilson, Tony Horton, Don Dokken, Jack Carr and many more.

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Chuck Shute

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