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Growing Up Punk
by Growing Up Punk
Growing Up Punk is a podcast about punk rock and all its friends. Your hosts David and Aaron grew up listening to punk rock, and now they talk about it. Weekly episodes dive into classic punk albums (mostly from the 90s and early 00s), as well as interviews from some of your favourite punk rockers.
Episodes
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...Does 2013!
It's the one where David and Aaron hop in the time machine, and travel back to 2013. The punk and emo landscape was full of future greats, and bands of yesterday still holding it down. Also featured in this episode are your new favourite bands. Jon out FREE Patreon for bonus episodes, and to…
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...Does 1996!
It's the one where David and Aaron patch up their relationship for the good of the family. They bond over some of their favourite releases of 1996 (except for the one David screws up). Also featured in this episode are some of your new favourite bands; Gametime, Peacebreach, Rocketsuit Rogue, and...
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Double XP w/ Nick Rossi
It's the one where Aaron chats with Nick Rossi of New York pop punk band Double XP. With the release of their debut full length, 'All A Game', earlier in 2026, now was a good time to catch up with Nick and the band. THEIR LINKS: Instagram Website Our Links: JOIN OUR FREE PATREON INSTAGRAM
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Gametime w/ Kyle Devlin
It's the one where Aaron chats with Kyle Devlin of Kansas City pop punk band, Gametime. With the upcoming release of their album 'The Fresh Start Effect', now is the time to catch up with Kyle and the band. THEIR LINKS: Instagram. Store Our Links: JOIN OUR FREE PATREON INSTAGRAM
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Feeble Attempt w/ Aaron Friesen & Frank Tsoukalas
it's the one where long time punk rock friend, Aaron Friesen returns! He's back to talk about his new project Feeble Attempt, and the record 'The Places That Change You'. He's not alone either, as he's joined by co-conspirator Frank Tsoukalas of Burn/Rebuild ad Much The Same. The boys talk the…
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Best of 2026 (sofar) Pt. 2
It's part 2 of the one where David plays some of his favourite releases from 2026. Punk rock, hardcore, emo and more! Get the full episode on our FREE Patreon. JOIN OUR FREE PATREON INSTAGRAM Tracklist: Red Arrow Highway - Amphetamines Start Today - Turn My Back Time X Heist - Carry the Flame...
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Best of 2026 (sofar) Pt. 1
It's the one where David plays some of his favourite releases from 2026. Punk rock, hardcore, emo and more! Get the full episode on our FREE Patreon. JOIN OUR FREE PATREON INSTAGRAM Tracklisting: Human Issue - In Flesh SkyTigers - Coma Chameloen XCOMM - Hot Pursuit, One and Nothing Eyes Of Salt -...
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Indolent Records w/ Scott Lynch
It's the one where David interviews Scott Lynch of Indolent Records. They discuss Scott's introduction to punk rock, and his journey to running his own label. They also get into discussing the attention to detail put into each vinyl release on Indolent Records. Be sure to join our FREE Patreon…
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Drop Me Out, I'll Walk From Here
It's the one with (nearly) 2 hours of music all from the UK. From some of the first, to some of the latest, and everything in between. ***Join us on our brand new FREE Patreon. It will be the home of all of our upcoming Radio, Radio episodes to avoid episode removal from sites like Spotify. It's...
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DISCOVERED //0725//
It's the one where David plays a bunch of new music, recapping the first half of 2025. It's not an official return of the DISCOVERED series, more like a 'hey, I was in the neighbourhood and though I'd pop by' sort of return. Featuring music from: Midnight Peg (photo credit Shannon Johnston),...
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A Brief History of Music w/ George Stroumboulopoulos
It's the one where David chats with George Stroumboulopoulos. Strombo is known for his time as a VJ and music journalist, on Much Music in the late 90s and early 2000s. He was the host of alternative/punk/metal staples like The New Music, Loud, and The Punk Show. After his time at Much Music he...
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BUDDIED UP w/ Mike Assatly (Unseemlier)
It's the one where David and Mike Assatly (guitar & vocals) of Unseemlier play a bunch of music. Unseemlier is a self-described 'Heavy Emo/Soft Punk' band from Boston whose new album 'I Have A Screw Loose Somewhere' is now available on Sell The Heart Records. Mike picked a bunch of songs from…
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(I'll Make You) A Mixtape: Love + Sharks
It's the one where David makes a mixtape, and shares it with you. The thoughts behind it, and the journey making it. 60 minutes of 90s indie and punk. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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BUDDIED UP: w/ Roger LeBlanc (G.U.S.H.)
It's the one where David hangs with Roger LeBlanc (vocals/guitar) of G.U.S.H. They discuss their love of grunge, and listen to a bunch of grunge/grunge adjacent songs. Recommended if you like good music that might make you feel like shit. THEIR LINKS: Instagram Bandcamp OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME…
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King Thief
It's the one where David chats with Eric (vocals) and Nick (bass) of King Thief. This episode also features music from Stateside, You Vandal, Debt Neglector, Glare, Scowl, BE STILL, Pet Symmetry, Midnight Peg, and Vargouille. Their Links: Instagram Merch OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER...
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The Warriors w/ Roger Camero (Guitar)
It's the on where David interviews Roger Camero (guitar) of The Warriors. They discuss the journey that is their new record, Burn Yourself Alive coming out on Pure Noise Records. The six years between their last release, Monomyth, was anything but easy. But, all of those ups and downs have been...
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All Seven Inches
It's the one where David plays a selection of songs from his 7" collection (mostly...sometimes e breaks the rules). There's new stuff, there's old stuff, and there's stuff in between. Hell, there's even some non-punk and hardcore stuff. Shout out Indolent Records, Set The Fire Records AU, Sell…
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ALL IN w/ Brendan Schulze (Vocals)
It's the one where David chats with Brendan Schulze (vocals) of Australian hardcore band, ALL IN, as well as the man behind Set The Fire Records AU. They talk about Brendan's growing up in the punk and hardcore scene, starting his first band, touring Australia, and his journey through getting...
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DISCOVERED: //0624//
It's the one where David shares some of his favourite new punk/hardcore/emo releases from the month of June, 2024. Also featured in this episode are interviews with Tracy and Mark of Cross Dog, as well as Josh of Bring on the Storm. Playlists: APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFY Their Links: CROSS DOG BRING ON…
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DISCOVERED //0524//
It's the one where David shares some of his favourite releases from the month of May, 2024. This is a jam packed episode with 32 songs, and two interviews (Johnny Baseball, and OK Buddy). PLAYLIST Apple Music Spotify OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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BUDDIED UP w/ Andy Franchere (Ill Communication)
It's the one where David is joined by Andy Frachere (vocals) of Ill Communication. Andy picked a bunch of songs, and David buddied them up with songs of his choosing. It's a hardcore kid's dream! OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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DISCOVERED: //0424//
It's the one where David and Aaron break down some of their favourite punk, hardcore, and emo releases of the month of April, 2024. Bassy (bass) of Between You & Me also hops on to chat about their new EP 'Shit Yeah!'. PLAYLISTS Spotify Apple Music BETWEEN YOU & ME Instagram PUNK ROCK RADAR OUR...
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BUDDIED UP! w/ Mark Johnston (Knelt Before)
It's another pairings episode, but this time we are calling it BUDDIED UP! Mark Johnston, of Knelt Before, joins David to play a bunch of songs, and talk about them. Mark picked his songs, and David buddied them up with his songs. KNELT BEFORE INSTAGRAM BANDCAMP OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH…
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DISCOVERED: //0324//
It's the one where David shares some of his favourite punk, hardcore, and emo releases of the last month. He is also joined by Connor Erickson (guitar & vocals) of Barely Civil, and Adam Nigh (bass & vocals) of Too Bad Eugene to discuss their new records. LINKS: Barely Civil: Instagram Merch Too...
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David & Josh Play the Hits (again)!
It's the one where David and Chef Josh play the hits. This episode was previously released on Islington Radio.
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The Requiem w/ Damien (vocals) & Felipe (guitar)
It's the one where Aaron chats with Damien, and Felipe, of the Florida band The Requiem. They discuss getting introduced to punk rock, and playing in bands, as well as the new record from The Requiem, 'A Cure To Poison the World' (Fearless Records) which was released in February of this year.…
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DISCOVERED: //0224//
It's the one where David recaps some of his favourite punk, hardcore, and emo releases from the month of February. He's also joined by Paul and James, from The Promised End, to discuss their new album ;For the Buried and the Broken' (Sound Investment Records) PLAYLISTS: Apple Music Spotify OUR...
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KRANG
It's the one where Aaron hangs out with the members of Czechian skate punk band, KRANG. They discuss the ins and outs of their 2021 album Make Arcade Great Again, as well as what the future may hold for the band with new music. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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DISCOVERED //0124//
Its the one where David recaps some of his favourite releases from January 2024. He's also joined by Jimmy Barbetti (guitar & vocals) of Scooped Up! A couple other friends also drop by to share the stories behind some of their latest tracks. Featuring everything from pop punk to hardcore, emo,...
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Radio, Radio: So Long, 2023
David rings in 2024 by saying 'So Long, 2023' in this Radio, Radio special. Over 30 songs from some of his favourite albums released in 2023. Pop punk, emo, post hardcore, and hardcore...it's all here! Ring in 2024 with us, as we say ;So Long, 2023'! PLAYLISTS: APPLE MUSIC SPOTIFY OUR LINKS…
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2023 GUPPIES
It's the one where Aaron and David pick their 11 favourite albums from 2023. PLAYLIST Apple Music Spotify OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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With Honor w/ Todd Mackey (Vocals)
It's the one where Aaron chats with Todd Mackey of Connecticut melodic hardcore band, With Honor. They talk about their latest album, Boundless (Pure Noise). They also talk about what brought the band back together, after a lengthy hiatus, and what it was like getting back into the studio and...
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Brutal Youth w/ Patty O'Lantern (Vocals)
It's the one where David chats with Patty O'Lantern (vocals) of Brutal Youth. They discuss their latest record, Rebuilding Year, as well as 'Weird Al', short shorts, and much more. THEIR LINKS Instagram Merch OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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Ill Communication w/ Andy Franchere (vocals)
It's the one where David chats with Andy Franchere (vocals) of California hardcore band, Ill Communication. They discuss growing up in small town scenes, raising kids in the punk and hardcore scene, as well as Ill Communication's debut full length, Doomsday Brigade. THEIR LINKS: INSTAGRAM MUSIC…
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New $#!+ Sick $#!+
David has been lying in bed sick. With nothing to do but listen to new music, a lot was consumed. Then, he had a small window where his energy returned, so he figured he would make good of his time doing nothing. This is the result of that. 14 new tracks from artists including: Stateside, MXPX,...
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Alexisonfire
We're still stuck in Canada! So, why not dig in to another two classic Canadian albums? In this one David and Aaron discuss the albums 'Watch Out!' and 'Crisis' by Alexisonfire. As per usual, we share our introductions to the band, general thoughts on the albums, and a deep dive on 4 songs from...
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Sum 41
It's the middle of summer, so we had to cover a band that takes their name from the season, and has a song named after the season. In this one David and Aaron discuss Canadian pop punk kings, Sum 41 - specifically their albums 'All Killer No Filler' and 'Does This Look Infected?'. They share…
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Gob
Canadian friends rejoice! On our latest episode, we are tackling the legendary gob. We talk about first getting into the band, and living in a world where even if you werent familiar with their music, you knew who gob was - they were that band that sang about jumping in a lake. Much Music...
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The Undecided
The Undecided may not be one of the most well known bands, but for Canadian kids growing up on Tooth & Nail Records, and punk rock...they were a beacon of hope. They were 'our boys . In this episode, David and Aaron discuss their two full length releases - sharing their first impressions, and…
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The Ataris
Its the one where David and Aaron talk about The Ataris by taking a closer look at two of their albums: Blue Skies Broken Hearts...Next 12 Exits, and So Long, Astoria. They talk first impressions from when they first heard the band and albums, as well as short discussions on openers, closers, and...
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Saves The Day
It's the one where David and Aaron talk about Saves The Day. They take a closer look at two albums from the band - Through Being Cool and Stay What You Are. They share their early memories with the records, and dive in to some of their favourite songs from the records. OUR LINKS: GRAB SOME MERCH...
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Pairings w/ Run Into The Sun
Its the one where David is joined by Dan Fletcher (vocals) of SLC hardcore band, Run Into The Sun. They discuss the latest singles from the band, as well Dan picks some of his favourite SLC pop punk/emo/indie bands, and David pairs songs with them. PLAYLIST Spotify Apple Music RUN INTO THE SUN:...
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Subject Matters w/ Tim Ilardi (Red Weather)
It's the one where we play a game! David is joined by Tim Ilardi (vocals/guitar) of Red Weather. They play a game and discuss their latest single, 'Start Again'. The game? David has put together a playlist of songs. Each pair of songs are about a niche subject, or niche metaphor. Tim tries to…
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DSCVRD //0323// w/ Tony Truzzolino (Tired Radio)
DSCVRD //0323// recaps some of our favourite albums and EPs released in the month of March, thanks to our friends at Discovered Magazine. David is joined by Tony Truzzolino (guitar/vocals) of Tired Radio as they work their way through a loaded playlist of some of the best new releases in the…
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Good Hangs w/ Good Hangs
It's the one where David shares some good hangs with Dom (bass & backing vocals) and Stein (vocals) of Chicago emo/pop punk band, Good Hangs. Featuring a complete listen of the new Good Hangs EP, 'Bad Planet', as well as some other favourites along the way. GOOD HANGS LINKTREE OUR LINKS: GRAB…
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Radio, Radio: 'Sorry to Miss Out!' Love, Aaron
This time we pair new songs with old songs. Featuring music from: Urethane, Hot Mulligan, Samiam, Nearly Spent, Junction 18, Brutal Youth, The Carolyn, ALVVAYS, Manchester Orchestra, Scottie Cyr, Rust Belt Lights, DRAIN, AFI, Roman Candle, Hopesfall, and Sainthood Reps. PLAYLIST: Apple Music...
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Radio, Radio: David & Josh Play the Hits - The Blasting Room
It's the one where David & Chef Josh play some of their favourite songs to come out of The Blasting Room. That's it. It's just two buds hanging out and listening to/talking about their favourites. Featuring music from Face to Face, Good Riddance, Slick Shoes, Comeback Kid, Hot Water Music, and...
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Radio, Radio: DISCOVERED //0223//
Radio, Radio: DISCOVERED //0223// is your recap for some of our favourite new releases, in the world of pop punk/hardcore/emo and more, from the month of February(ish) 2023. We travel all over the world from Salt Lake City to Australia, from Canada to Germany, and all over the UK. Featuring music...
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Radio, Radio: Shut Up! These Are Cool!
It's another Radio, Radio. This time we've got old music and new music. Featuring: Stretch Arm Strong Quicksand Trash Boat Knelt Before Bukowski Trashed Ambulance and more! Grab a copy of the 30th anniversary deluxe re-release of 'Slip' by Quicksand, from our friends at Iodine Recordings.…
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160: Lifetime
It's the one where David and Aaron discuss the New Jersey melodic hardcore band, Lifetime. They take a bit of a dive into their albums Jersey's Best Dancers, and the self-titled Lifetime record. Our Links JOIN OUR PATREON JOIN OUR DISCORD GRAB SOME MERCH TWITTER INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK
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Growing Up Punk is a podcast about punk rock and all its friends. Your hosts David and Aaron grew up listening to punk rock, and now they talk about it. Weekly episodes dive into classic punk albums (mostly from the 90s and early 00s), as well as interviews from some of your favourite punk rockers.
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