The Third Men Podcast

SNL, G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs, and Derecho Demonico!​

Jack White poster artist Matthew Jacobson talks dream TMR projects!

"The Way Meg White Plays The Drums Is None Of Your F--king Business" was the t-shirt we saw on the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony live stream - and its wearer, ​Melissa Brewer-Hinners stood tall to represent the fans' love for Meg that night. Now Melissa joins us on the Third Men Podcast to talk about Meg's contribution to the band, her experience attending the White Stripes' induction, and exchange favorite Meg moments with your humble co-hosts! From live cuts to studio creations we're talking all things Meg on this all-new episode, and we want to hear from you! What are your favorite Meg moments?

The White Stripes have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame -- and the Third Men Podcast is there on the ground floor! Well, to be more specific...our Third Correspondent, Frank Anselmo is there on the ground floor. Longtime listeners will remember Frank from his spotlight episode a little ways back, and Frank's stories are always incredible. Now, to add to his list (which includes being present for the Hardest Button to Button music video shoot, being backstage with Jack and more) Frank can add being in attendance, and indeed rubbing shoulders with Jack White during the rock hall induction of the White Stripes this past month. You'll hear exclusive audio from the event, killer stories and more in this all-new episode! So pull up a chair in your little room, touch some tushie, and prepare for a moving experience unlike any other!

It's a podcast crossover episode connected by love! Also internet! This week the Third Men Podcast chats with Ryan Schaap of the Hardest Podcast to Podcast about one of our favorite songs of the early White Stripes - Hello Operator. On THP2P Ryan deep dives into a new White Stripes song every episode, and this time we're pitching in to help him out so we can rail at the phone company together. Plus, James shares his experience seeing Jack White at the CBGB festival, in a Fell in Love with a Show segment you won't want to miss! Or maybe you would, we're not the boss of you! So sit back, break out your favorite Damned record and behold our first Podcast crossover episode in half a decade!

Our Top 50 Jack White Personas! The Ultimate Jack-tion Figure Collection...

Boots on the Ground at Jack White's NO NAME tour!

Like a bolt from the Blue Room, Ben Blackwell is BACK! It's that time of year again, where we gather 'round the holiday turntable and look back at the Third Man year that was 2024 - and who better to give us the inside scoop on these marvelous musical memories than Third Man Records co-founder and co-owner Ben Blackwell! In this episode we'll discuss the No Name LP and tour, the various Third Man Vault releases, Beatle-y collaborations and so much more -- so join us for a discussion that will leave you all warm and fuzzy this holiday season. Thanks to Ben for joining us and thanks to you all for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's so much Jacktivity. SO. MUCH. The Third Men Podcast is here to unpack all the latest and greatest events from the fall of 2024 with an all-new episode that highlights music, collaboration, performance and the strange return of Goober and the Peas. First up we've got a new Jack white solo song to talk about, the brand new b-side titled You Got Me Searching that accompanied a tour announcement for 2025! Then Jack joins St. Vincent and Paul McCartney live on stage in Mexico City, Jack debuts some fresh Fender gear...and a whole lot more. Join us and jam as we roll around in all this new Jack material - enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We need to podcast right away so we can talk about this-ah. We need to podcast right about now! The Third Men podcast returns for another all-new episode recounting this past week's Jack White concert at Revolution Hall in Portland, Oregon! Announced mere days prior to the event itself, your humble co-host was on-hand to witness one of the most break-neck, raucous and rumpus-shaking performances in Jack White history, all from the rails of a venue located on the grounds of the historic Washington High School. It was a night to remember, and remember it we shall along with all of you...and if you were similarly fortunate enough to catch the No Name Tour live... we want to hear about it! Jack's the principal now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Jack White album, new Third Men Podcast. The boys are back to listen through the incredible NO NAME LP that Jack White dropped in July of 2024, and give live commentary on each electrifying track. From the wicked solos, chunky riffs and exceptional songwriting, NO NAME is a superb and unexpected entry into the Jack White solo cannon and we could not be happier! Whether you're listening during the morning (at midnight) or bombing out in a missionary, we want to hear YOUR favorite cuts - and hope you enjoy this off-the-cuff reaction to NO NAME! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surprise! The Third Men Podcast is back from the mind shaft, connected by brotherly love (ew) and ready with an all-new episode that will take you for a stroll down memory lane. Specifically, whatever memory lane Ezmerelda is on. This is an installment of the show that we're calling BOARDING HOUSE REVISITED, wherein your humble co-hosts will take a look back at Jack White's divisive, genre-bending, and quintessentially WEIRD third solo album Boarding House Reach. In 2018, we here at the Third Men Podcast were so excited to have a new record from Jack White, that in retrospect our reactions to that record were perhaps somewhat colored by the environment around us. Well, we're here to give this whacky record a fresh listen, featuring live commentary for your ears only ...and with a surprising amount of clarity given the time that has passed since its release. So join us, won't you? We're happy to be back -- even if we are, indeed, totally absurd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're connected...by Rob! The Third Men Podcast is back with an all-new extended interview with returning guest and Jack White artwork guru Rob Jones! It's been six years and four studio albums since last we spoke to the animalrummy, and in this episode we'll do our best to make up for lost time. Artwork and design for Boarding House Reach, Help Us Stranger, Fear of the Dawn and Entering Heaven Alive are all covered, plus behind the scenes stories and insider info you'll not get anywhere else. We'd like to thank Rob for joining us on the show again and hope you all enjoy this special fall episode with one of our favorite people this side of Incitatus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are YOUR favorite Dead Weather tracks? This is the question at the heart of the second installment of our ongoing TOP SPECIAL series - wherein we award our top three tracks from a set of albums with medals of varying (christian?) names. Today we welcome back returning guest Luke Sinclare to select choice cuts from each album by The Dead Weather, Jack White's goth-powered supergroup featuring Alison Mosshart, Jack Lawrence, Dean Fertita and the most important part of the band: the bass. 2009's Horehound, 2010's Sea of Cowards, and 2015's Dodge & Burn have unique flavors all, and we've chosen our season 7 finale episode to sample this range of tunes and uncover our personal favorites in the process. Thanks to everyone out there for joining us this season on the show, and thanks to Luke for helping us finish out the run with one of the most lively conversations we've had on the Third Men Podcast to date! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've heard his name amongst the earliest die hard White Stripes fans...you've seen him mentioned in Mojo Magazine, Rolling Stone and even the White Stripes & Third Man Records official social channels. He's Frank Anselmo, and this week he's joining us on the Third Men podcast to talk Jack White Collections...and he's got one of the finest in the world! Going all the way back to the White Stripes initial rise to fame in the US, Frank was there to witness it all as a die hard fan with enough close encounters to fill a Steven Spielberg movie. From gifting Jack White an authentic 1964 Airline Res-O-Glas (in iconic RED of course) to being on-set during the Hardest Button to Button video shoot, Frank has been on-hand for some incredible moments in Third Man history. This week we talk to Frank about his journey, and about the JackWhiteCollections.com - his labor of love website that showcases the incredible complete collections of Third Man memorabilia that will leave you breathless. So thanks Frank for joining us on the show, and for keeping James company at this year's Jack White concert in NYC! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The future's not a bore on the Third Men Podcast this week, as we're joined by Third Man Records recording artists THE PARANOYDS! Laila Hashemi and Lexi Funston join your humble co-hosts to break-down the origins of the band, how they linked up with Staz Lindes & David Ruiz and what brought them into the TMR orbit - and that's only the beginning. Their latest LP TALK TALK TALK delves deep into LA culture, fears of the future and an askew glance at the present in one of the freshest rock records in recent memory. This episode Laila and Lexi are on-hand to tell the tales behind our favorite tracks like BWP, Nissan Overdrive and more! Up on your bed? Looking to mend? This podcast's for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have arrived at the finale of our ELEPHANT album analysis & review series...and so much more is left to cover. Part 2 left off with our track-by-track deep-dive, ending with middle-point powerhouse track Ball & Biscuit -- now it's time to bring it on home to the end. With favorite cuts like Little Acorns and Hardest Button to Button, the best is truly left to come as we journey to the conclusion of this mammoth LP. We'll also analyze chart performance, critical reaction, band reflection and our own personal reviews of the breakthrough album that put The White Stripes on the map. Last but not least, your humble co-hosts will spelunk through the new ELEPHANT XX twentieth anniversary vault release, having freshly arrived in our grubby little paws - featuring video archives, a mono mix of the album and a commemorative book that offers fresh, fascinating insights into this classic entry into the candy cane canon! It's true that we love Elephant! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back for part 2 of our 3-part ELEPHANT album analysis & review! With The White Stripes breakthrough masterpiece celebrating its 20th anniversary, and in advance of the corresponding commemorative vault release, the Third Men Podcast is finally tackling the only Stripes record remaining in its "album analysis & review" series -- and you'd better believe we're not cutting any corners in the process. Last episode we discussed the inception, recording, design and historical context of the release of this mammoth LP, delving into detail on how the sessions came about. We also poured over our own interviews through the years to paint an accurate portrait of the inception of one of our favorite records of all time - from Ben Blackwell to Pat Pantano to Bruce Brand and everyone in-between. In part 2 of this series we'll begin the track-by-track discussion, from the album's iconic lead-off cut right on through to the similarly iconic blues rocker that continues to wow audiences in a live setting to this day. So grab some peanuts and park your trunk - our love for this album is 10-fold, girl. We'll let you hear it if you want to before you go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BIGGEST White Stripes record of all is celebrating its 20th anniversary, and to help ring in the festivities the Third Men Podcast is launching a 3-part retrospective on the mighty album ELEPHANT! Over the course of this podcast we've analyzed and reviewed nearly all of Jack White's albums in his various group incarnations and solo work, but this is one record we wanted to save for a special occasion -- and what better occasion than to celebrate both the anniversary of its release AND the brand new vault package coming our way shortly from Third Man Records! In this first installment of the series, we'll set the stage for the recording of the LP, where the band was in its own history at the time -- and what circumstances lead Jack and Meg White to Toe Rag Studios in Hackney, London. We're deep-diving into the methodology behind the album's themes, artwork and technical aspects, as well as providing context for some of the record's quirks and mysteries. Revisiting this record has been a real pleasure, and we hope you all enjoy the journey to Elephant as much as we did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join the Third Men Podcast this week for an insider's look at the ideation, design and implementation of Third Man Records' incredible line of merchandise! Christina Inman, resident Merchandiser and hellcat extraordinaire, tells the stories behind some of the most iconic TMR gear, from The White Stripes tiki mugs, assorted playing cards, pins, toys, shirts and more! Miss Cinnamon is joined by returning guests Alex Guaraldi and Jordan Collins from Coppersound Pedals, who collaborated closely with Christina on the amazing Triplegraph Pedal released in the Third Man Hardware line. Plus: James's magic allergy, Cramps-heavy DJ nights, and why you should always examine your Entenmann's Donuts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join the Third Men Podcast this week as we explore the history of women in music, from the Indie Rock boom until the present day, with an episode we had to call: Women, Rock & Detroit. Joining your humble co-hosts are three special guests, each offering their own unique perspective on the triumphs, struggles and perceptions of female representation in music. Offering up a boots-on-the-ground view at the Detroit scene experience is the legendary Marcie Bolen, known for her work across many bands through Detroit & beyond such as The Von Bondies, The Datsuns and Seger Liberation Army. Next up is record industry executive (across many different labels), as well as hip-hop solo artist Lady Tee the Difference, who shares her journey rising through the ranks of the music industry and carving her own path in the process. Finally, returning guest Kate McCoy details her point of view as a music fan, detailing experiences as a woman attending concerts, frequenting record stores, and learning music inspired by bands like The White Stripes. It's an essential conversation you don't want to miss, and we hope you all enjoy this deep-dive exploration! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Third Men podcast is excited to welcome to the show (for the first time!) the extraordinary guitarist, composer and oft-Third Man Records collaborator Mr. William Tyler. In this all-new extended interview, we'll talk with William about his incredible career - from solo albums to secret origins and everything in between. We'll also deep-dive into the ever-changing landscape of Nashville, what Third Man has meant to the city since planting its flag there nearly 15 years ago, and of course William's musical connections to Jack white - both through several live TMR releases as well as opening for Jack during the Boarding House Reach tour in 2018. We'd like to thank William Tyler for joining us on the show, and hope you all enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed conducting it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Blackwell is back! With the calendar year 2022 freshly in the rear view mirror, we here at the Third Men Podcast are once again on a mission to look back at the music, art and output from Third Man Records over what turned out to be a joyful and creatively robust 12 months. Not one, but TWO Jack White solo records were released, heralding a massive worldwide tour from the Third Man himself for the first time in several years. Not only that, but a parade of varied vault releases, legendary collaborations and unforgettable stunts followed in what is sure to go down in TMR history as a watershed moment of copious and successful output. In this special retrospective, 6-time-returning guest Ben Blackwell (co-founder and co-owner of Third Man Records) joins us to shed light on these events…and teases a glimpse of what’s in store for 2023. Does Tropical Gothclub signal a Dead Weather reunion? Can The Paranoyds pierce the zeitgeist in the same way TMR finds such as Margo Price have done so in the past? Can James find it in him to successfully pronounce each member of the Bobby Weir band's names correctly? The answers to these questions and much more await you in this special 2022 retrospective, and we’d like to extend a huge thanks to Mr. Blackwell for not only appearing once more on the show but for all the wonderful art he helped bring into the world this year. Cheers to Third Man, and cheers to 2023 — Happy New Year, everybody! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They're at times his biggest fans, and at times his stalwart adversaries -- they're rock journalists and they have something to say about Jack White. And say it they have, ever since the early days of the White Stripes music reviewers were (and are) an ever-present aspect of how the public perceives Jack White the artist. In this first episode of an new recurring series, we're going to take a long hard look at the critical responses to each of Jack White's 5 (at the time of this recording) solo studio albums - from Blunderbuss straight on through to Entering Heaven Alive - in an attempt to analyze the music reviewer reaction to Jack White's body of solo work. We're also thrilled to be joined by Consequence of Sound staff writer Jonah Krueger, who himself reviewed Jack White's latest album, and who offers an invaluable perspective on the responsibilities inherent in the role of the rock journalist. This episode of the Third Men Podcast is going CRITICAL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Voila - a new episode of the Third Men Podcast! This week we're joined by Third Man insider, Detroit native and Jack White poster artist extraordinaire Matthew Jacobson to talk The Art of the Poster! We talk about other things too, of course, like the life and times of Tiny Tim, the pros and cons of reading the comments section... and just how much magic ink will make a piece of art combustible (to name but a few). While both on-staff and freelance, Matthew has developed key imagery from throughout the touring years of both Jack White solo and the Raconteurs, and we're here to discuss the nitty gritty details of these iconic images brought to life through Matthew's keen lens. Also! Listen through to the end of the episode for details on how you (yes YOU!) could win a free poster of Matthew's design! Only the best art is up for grabs, and only the best content is here for your earbuds on the Third Men Podcast. Abracadabra! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Which are YOUR top Raconteurs tracks? This question is at the heart of the first installment of a new ongoing series called TOP SPECIAL-- wherein the Third Men Podcast examines and evaluates their top 3 tracks from a designated ban or time period. First up in this series are the Raconteurs, the wildly successful joining of Jack White, Brendan Benson, Little Jack Lawrence and Patrick Keeler - whose 3 studio albums will be the focus of our top picks. Will debates rage? Yes, they will.. Will stones shout? You'd better believe it.. Through thick, thin, gold, copper, platinum, we're here to bring you perspective, analysis and explanation for each killer cut. Helping your humble co-hosts on this journey is longtime friend of the show Luke Sinclare, last seen on the podcast remixing White Stripes records with us and having a blast doing so. And don't forget - we want to hear form you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even a second pod is a good pod, we only need to see your head nod...like a show online, about to begin. Here we go! It's part two of our Entering Heaven Alive album analysis and review, the conclusion to our look back at this modern day Jack White solo masterpiece. Last episode we discussed how the record came about, its recording and release - but this episode we'll be taking a deep dive into the songs that make this record such an incredible stand out in the history of our favorite third man. From the slow-build drama of A Tree On Fire From Within to the epic storytelling of A Madman From Manhattan, the fifth solo studio album from Jack delivers on just about every level. We'll also take a look at chart performance, critical reception, and rate the record - along with another installment of our Supply Chain Issues tour fan review segment! So make sure you take a train with the name of an alphabet letter, butter your toast, take of your shoes, and enjoy this all-new episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're entering season 7 alive, with part one of our two-part album analysis and review feature on the latest Jack White solo album: ENTERING HEAVEN ALIVE! The year 2022 gifted fans with not one but TWO all-new solo LPs from the Third Man himself, and this abundance of riches left your humble podcast co-hosts with a simple question: where to begin? Well in true Third Men Podcast fashion, we've decided to dive in head first, out of order, and with our hearts on our sleeves - parsing the playful melodies, thought-provoking lyrics and eclectic sequencing of album entry #2 Entering Heaven Alive. In this episode we'll get into the inception, execution, and track-by-track analysis of this JWIII masterpiece, and invite you the listener to join us in the discussion! As Jack tours both this and FEAR OF THE DAWN around the world, our Third Man Segment for this and future episodes will be dedicated to your own reviews of both the songs and live performances of this new, exceptional batch of material. Get ready to love your pod-device like your mother loves me (wait a minute....) and dive into this all-new season of the Third Men Podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re taking a break from our summer vacation to bring you a special new “best of” collection, compiling some of the awesome interviews The Third Men Podcast conducted last season! In this episode you’ll find words of wisdom and entertaining TMR stories from insiders, musicians, songwriters and even a legend or two – the perfect episode to share with a new listener. Special thanks to Lalo Medina, Stuart Sikes, Ben Jenkins, Christine Edgington, April March, Cash & Skye, John Krautner, Ben Blackwell and Lola Kirke for helping to make season 6 of the podcast one of our most memorable and popular yet – and thanks to all the other guests who joined us that we simply ran out of space to include! But that’s not all – did you see the Jack White Supply Chain Issues tour this summer? Want to talk about it on the show? We want to hear your review! All you have to do is record yourself giving a review of your concert experience and send the audio through whatever means you like to [email protected]. If you send it, we'll air it! Thanks to all our faithful listeners who have stuck with us for 6 amazing seasons, and we can't wait to see you again in season 7! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here it is: the Season 6 finale of the Third Men Podcast! And what better way to say farewell to such a wonderful season than with an EXTRA wonderful very special guest: Lola Kirke! Lola's new LP Lady For Sale is out now on Third Man Records, and this collection of bright, funny, insightful and downright danceable songs is one of our favorite new records of the year. Miss Kirke was gracious enough to sit down with us to talk about her music, collaborations with Third Man Records, her history as an actress and as a musician, and most importantly...who would win in a fight between Jane Fonda and Gram Parsons? In addition to Lola's interview, we're also highlighting some of the wonderful fan reviews of Jack White's Supply Chain Issues tour, and we'd like to thank everyone for sending those in! So enjoy this special interview, enjoy your summer, and we'll see you soon for season 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our season is almost over, but we're not done yet! Pop some corn and break out the 3D goggles because we're heading to the CINERAMA DOME along with Elinor Blake (aka April March) and Mehdi Zannad (aka FUGU) to talk about this year's LP In Cinerama! This magnificent new album features contributions from Third Man Records recording artist Lola Kirke, Fela Kuti’s drummer Tony Allen, The Beach Boys’ Marilyn Wilson-Rutherford and many many more special guest stars. April March is of course no stranger to the TMR world, having both recorded a single with Olivia Jean (2021's Palladium) and illustrated the We're Going To Be Friends children's book for Third Man books. In this episode, partially aired during this season's smash hit OPEN SHOW youtube broadcast, we'll chat with Elinor and Mehdi in detail about In Cinerama, their collaborations in general, and what's next for April March. Let's go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul and James here reporting to you live (sorta) following a viewing of the Jack White Supply Chain Issues tour! On May 31st 2022 we saw Jack and the band take his traveling rock and roll showcase to the Youtube Theater in Inglewood California, and it was a night to remember on many levels. From unexpected deep-cuts, to wardrobe malfunctions and everything in between, we're bringing you all the details on Jack's latest 2022 tour stop! Is this episode edited? No, it is not. But this is a raw look back at a Jack White show like we've never before attempted! We hope you enjoy, and see you back next episode for your regularly scheduled TMP programming. Rock and Roll. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want a whole lotta pod? Well get ready for a discussion that'll leave you shook, dazed and otherwise stompin' - we're talking all things Jack White & Led Zeppelin! When the White Stripes first emerged as the heralded next big thing in rock'n'roll, fans and critics alike were quick to spot moments of reminiscence between Jack & Meg's sound to that of behemoth rock institution Led Zeppelin. Of course, anyone picking up a guitar would be hard-pressed to ignore the combined influence of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham, who, in the late 60s and throughout the 70s, called upon American Blues music to redefine the rock genre with a mix of heavy riffs, virtuosic solos, and a grandeur that would cement popular music as stadium-fare forever more. This week we're chatting with musician Rob Janos, who for the last decade or so has worked closely with world-renowned Led Zeppelin tribute group Lez Zeppelin. So grab your double necked Gibson, pour yourself a glass of whatever Hobbits drink and get ready to ramble on in this VERY fun episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Third Men Podcast is proud to welcome to the program this week Detroit music legend and founding member of the band THE GO, Mr. John Krautner! When John met up with Bobby Harlow in 1996, the chemistry between these two rockers set all involved on a break-neck ride into the rock'n'roll life. From The Go's humble origins in the sweaty clubs of the Cass Corridor, to opening for the White Stripes in front of thousands in Europe, to blazing a singular sound on such quintessential LPs as Howl on the Haunted Beat You Ride, John and crew set the standard for Detroit guitar groups to follow -- all the while crucially maintaining their integrity amongst a ruthless music industry that dealt them more than one tough blow. We'll chat with John about recording with Jack, cutting his first solo LP, where to find the best breakfast in Detroit and much much more in this exclusive extended interview. Thanks to Mr. Krautner for joining us and hope you all dig what we're serving up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got a podcast with Jack's name painted on it! With not one but TWO new Jack White albums on the horizon, the Third Men Podcast is here to dissect all the little details shouting "me me me!" - and as such we turn our attention to this coming July's Entering Heaven Alive, the soon-to-be 6th solo studio album by Jack White. With its companion LP Fear of the Dawn providing the kinds of hard-rocking numbers fans have come to know and love from JWIII over the years, this second record in the series will be considerably more...gentle. From tracks such as Queen of the Bees and Love is Selfish, we've got a pretty good idea what to expect from this more acoustic, ROOTSY-sounding record. So join us as we try our best to help you understand the first inklings we got of this new record, its subsequent releases and the interview insight Jack has been busy providing over these past several months! Come, be a fly on the wall with us... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the moon is above you, does it tell you that a new Jack White album is on the horizon? Because it is! That's right, this April's FEAR OF THE DAWN marks Jack White's 4th solo studio album, and the Third Men podcast is here to take a deeper look at the origins of the album cycle of the Third Man's first new solo release in 4 years! On October 19th, 2021, a new single titled Taking Me Back marked a new song and a new phase for the solo catalog of Jack White - since then the singles we've heard are but a tantalizing appetizer to what proves to be a full course meal of rock n roll goodness...and we couldn't be more excited. From the album's title track to the newest sampling Hi-De-Ho, we're here to keep TMR fandom active...and we're gonna hold you and hide electricity the only way we know how...conversation. C'mon...aren't you pumped for new Jack White music? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Honey, we can't afford to collect this deep. This week on the Third Men Podcast we're turning our attention to a major component of TMR fandom: collecting. Be it records, novelties, artifacts, autographs, posters or memories, Jack White has smartly baked a healthy layer of collectables into the fandom surrounding his music - and we're taking inventory of all the cool stuff you can amass! Here to help us on this (exhaustive) journey is Third Man Record Collectors Group moderator and radio personality Amy Hart - Amy is no stranger to the show, and certainly no stranger to TMR collecting having been at the forefront of the TMRC group for years now. With Amy at the ready and a few hundred ebay searches at our command, we run down everything from high-price-point records to rare concert posters to actual White Stripes artifacts for sale and everything in between. So get ready to become THIS COLLECTOR on the podcast this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a podcast double feature! This week we're dividing our efforts into respective deep dives on two topics: TMR's Luck Mansion Sessions, and The White Stripes eligibility for induction into the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame. Sometimes on the show we find ourselves with two many questions to answer in just one installment, so for this double feature we're combining our curiosities into one epic Third Men Podcast episode. First up is our look at a series of 7" releases from Third Man Records titled The Luck Mansion Sessions - these releases (and indeed the Luck Mansion Session itself) have been mentioned on the show several times, but without context we had very little idea what all of it meant and how it came to be. Well wonder no more - we've got (some of) the answers for you here! Then, in the second half of our double feature, we bring on rock journalist and teacher Stephen Mercier to discuss the politics, selection process, and general criteria for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With the White Stripes' eligibility for induction looming...what are the odds the group gets on the ballot? Stephen fills in the blanks for us and for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Third Men Podcast is excited to welcome onto the show this week TMR recording artists Sophia Skye and Henri Cash -- also known as the amazing duo CASH & SKYE! Last year the pair released their very first single on Third Man Records - No Candy b/w Sweeping Wet Floors - and these cuts quickly made their way to the top of our "best of" list for 2021. Eagle-eared (is that a thing?) listeners will remember our discussion about this record with Ben Blackwell back in episode 158, and we were so happy and excited to have the privilege of talking to Sophia and Henri last month about their new musical venture. TMR fans have already been introduced to guitarist Henri Cash through his work as lead-shredder of the amazing band STARCRAWLER (which have crossed paths with Third Man in the past) and lead vocalist Sophia Skye just so happens to be the daughter of rock'n'roll pioneer and Rilo Kiley bassist Pierre de Reeder - making this power-combo a match made in rock royalty! We'd like to thank Sophia and Henri for joining us on the show today and hope you all enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed conducting it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our show is an open book, take a look! And if you do... you might just find our latest album analysis & review episode waiting for you -- highlighting 2011's epic ROME project, originated by Danger Mouse and Daniele Luppi and contributed to by the likes of Jack White, Nora Jones and more! Sometimes referred to as one of the "lost" Jack White solo projects, this album of gorgeous material intended to evoke the feeling of classic "spaghetti westerns" like The Good the Bad and the Ugly was a playground for soundtrack enthusiast Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse), who made a name for himself as DJ and producer on such projects as The Grey Album and both hit records by Gnarles Barkley. Of course, when Jack White was approached to contribute both lyrics and vocals to several tracks on the record, Jack jumped at the chance to participate in one of the grandest musical experiments of the decade, and explore time as a solo artist in the era prior to Blunderbuss, Lazaretto and the other personal projects that would see the light of day over the course of the next decade on TMR. Joining us for this discussion today is Coppersound Pedals brainchild Alex Guaraldi, whose triplegraph pedal has graced many a Third Man release for years now. We'd like to thank Alex for joining us on this journey and hope you all enjoy listening to this discussion as much as we enjoyed having it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Deep Ellum -- the Dallas neighborhood famous for music, nightlife and now... Baseball. In November of 2021 WARSTIC HEADQUARTERS opened its doors to fans, players and enthusiasts alike, and this week on the Third Men Podcast we're sitting down with co-founder and co-owner Ben Jenkins, who's joined by Warstic President Christine Edgington, to detail this momentous occasion! It was way back in 2017 when we first sat down with Ben to chat about the then-new baseball gear business he had started with Jack White and pro ball-player Ian Kinsler - and since then we've seen this start-up reach staggering heights! From GQ magazine to the World Series and beyond, Warstic has brought beauty and attitude to America's pastime -- and Ben has been kind to keep in touch with us over the years through it all. Of course, as James says in the episode, "every beautiful ship needs a captain" -- and Christine Edginton is here to talk shop about the nuts and bolts that went into bringing this HQ to life...a storefront, coffee shop, speakeasy, music venue and all-around baseball experience in Dallas, Texas. We'd like to thank Ben and Christine for joining us, and we hope you all enjoy this exciting retelling of the epic opening to a new era! Welcome to the WARSTIC REVOLUTION. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Blackwell is back! As the calendar year 2021 draws to a close, we here at the Third Men Podcast are once again on a mission to look back at the music, art and output from Third Man Records over what turned out to be a hopeful but complicated 12 months. As the announcement of a new Jack White (series of) album(s) alongside dates for a new tour filled our hearts with JWIII excitement, a slew of releases from both new and legacy artists alike within the TMR stable maintained our collective spirits during a tumultuous year packed with hope, despair, joy and music. In this special retrospective, 5-time-returning guest Ben Blackwell (co-founder and co-owner of Third Man Records) joins us to detail the highs, sighs and really-tries of the year of our lord two thousand and twenty one...and teases a glimpse of what's in story for 2022. Does Jack White have a future in the NFT business? Who assembled the TMR London releases? What restaurant did Blackwell buy Jenny Lewis dinner in during this past year? The answers to those questions and much more await you in this special 2021 retrospective, and we’d like to extend a huge thanks to Mr. Blackwell for not only appearing once more on the show but for all the wonderful art he helped bring into the world this year. Cheers to Third Man, and cheers to 2022 — Happy New Year, everybody! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to pack your bags and trip out to jolly ol' Great Britain with the Third Men Podcast! This past fall, Third Man Records opened a landmark 3rd storefront and base of operations in London, England -- and this week we're diving deep into the store's opening, its exclusive TMRL releases and of course the accompanying concert performance by Jack White himself! When mysterious storefronts sporting odd names began popping up in the city's historic Soho, Londonites were left scratching their heads at such an absurd scam. But before long, these mock businesses revealed themselves to be none other than Jack White and co, and on Saturday September 25th, 2021 fans and spectators alike were greeted to the grand opening of this new TMR venture! Along with the new shop, Third Man featured several stunning new releases by artists such as David Ruffin, Paul Weller, The Jesus and Mary Chain and more -- and friend of the show Jamie S. Rich has joined us this week to run down all the details on this collection of bangers! From our side of the pond to yours, we hope you enjoy this new episode - cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your turntable's not dead! In fact, for the last 18 years the wax spinning on those turntables have found brand new life in the form of an astonishing vinyl resurgence. This unlikely resuscitation of one of the world's most innovative and beautiful music delivery mechanisms was spearheaded by many key tastemakers for the past several decades, but chief among those tastemakers is without a doubt Mr. Jack White. In this week's episode we're sitting down with record store owner and podcaster Jessi Zilka (Jesse Carl Vinyl and The Porch Podcast, respectively) to walk through the history of the vinyl revolution and its connections to Jack White over the years -- starting with Jack's very first exposure to black wax and continuing on to this very day. While still a small slice of the multi-billion dollar global music industry, the vinyl record's comeback is proof positive that there's hope for truth and beauty in the world for those that appreciate it - and we thank Jack White and Third Man Records for helping bring that truth and beauty back to life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been twenty years since the iconic White Stripes album White Blood Cells ripped through the stereos and eardrums of a new generation of rock and roll fans -- propelling Jack and Meg White to stardom and cementing the pulse-pounding duo as a staple of listeners the world over. To celebrate, The Third Men Podcast is diving deep into TMR Vault #48: White Blood Cells XX to take a look at not only the iconic White Blood Cells album, but the amazing bonus features compiled by Third Man in honor of the anniversary. And what LP anniversary celebration would be complete without the participation of someone who was actually THERE for the recording of the album? Enter engineer Stuart Sikes, who (along with Jack, Meg and David Swanson) was on hand for the recording of these songs -- and who is featured in the DVD footage included in Vault 48 chronicling the recording process at Easley-McCain Recording in Memphis, Tennessee in those early weeks of 2001. Stuart's perspective on this iconic piece of rock history is unique, and his grammy-winning career has included other work alongside such acts as Modest Mouse, Polyphonic Spree, Cat Power, and the project that helped spawn The Raconteurs: Loretta Lynn's Jack White-produced modern-masterpiece Van Lear Rose. We'd like to thank Stuart for joining us on the program, and hope you all enjoy listening to this interview and much as we enjoyed conducting it! And happy birthday to White Blood Cells! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're TAKING YOU BACK to the Third Men Podcast! Jack White's first new solo music in over 3 years is finally here, and we're excited to deep dive into the new single, its gentle B-side, and speculate on what's yet to come! In the reflective spirit of Taking Me Back, we're also celebrating the new by delving into what came before... as we take you back to a little place we call Rock'n'Roll High School. Across geography and generations, the high school experience is rich with the musical discovery and experimentation that help forge lifelong tastes. Jack's time at Cass Tech is a prime example of just how important those late teen years can be, and this week we're enlisting the help of some very special guests to walk us through their own respective high school eras. First up is listener Nick Langford, whose furious shredding helped inspire recent episodes such as Anatomy of a Fandom and Open Show 2021. Next -- fresh off of the release of his band The Bootheels new collection 1988: The Original Demos (featuring bandmates Jakob Dylan, Tobi Miller and Aaron A. Brooks) singer/songwriter/musician Luther Russell is on hand to reflect on his own teen music experience. When he's not releasing solo music, playing with groups such asThose Pretty Wrongs and The Freewheelers, or writing songs for bands such as Weezer, Luther lays down some serious rock'n'roll knowledge on music podcasts far and wide - and he's here to illuminate our discussion here today. We're so thrilled to be joined by Luther and Nick on this special episode, and hope you all dig our venture back into Rock'n'Roll High School! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Third Men Podcast is proud to present an all-new extended interview with Jack White's longtime tour manager - the legendary Lalo Medina! Since The White Stripes' fateful final tour in 2007, Lalo has been helping to facilitate, arrange and execute Jack's live performances, and his insider perspective is something unique and extraordinary within the Third Man orbit. From Jack and Meg's northern sojourn chronicled in Under Great White Northern Lights, to multiple tours from The Raconteurs, The Dead Weather and Jack White solo, Lalo has been instrumental in setting the stage for the performances that we as fans continue to be captivated by to this day. In this special extended interview, we'll learn of Lalo's time with groups such as Jurassic 5 and The Mars Volta, as well as amazing stories from the road that only Lalo could tell! Where does Jack hang after a Conan rehearsal? Who's the all-time trash-talk champion of the TMR sandlot games? What on earth does one do with raw caribou? The answers to these questions and more await you in the kick-off to the Third Men Podcast's season 6 (!) audio adventures. We’d like to thank Mr. Medina for joining us and hope you all enjoy this interview as much as we enjoyed recording it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Third Men Podcast Open Show 2021 is here! The world's first-ever virtual Jack White/Third Man Records fan convention kicks off in style with musical guests, special appearances, fan performances and much much more. To ring in the festivities, TMR co-founder and co-owner Ben Blackwell (fresh from his trip overseas for the Third Man Records London opening) has popped in to wish us all well, and introduce this 2+ hour show packed with musical goodies. Earlier this year, we put out the call for you, the listener, to submit video performances of Jack White or otherwise TMR-related cover songs, and you answered that call - and then some - with rousing renditions of everything from White Stripes staples to obscure one-offs that we're thrilled to hear in a different light! We'd also like to send a huge thank you to guests like Danny Kroha, Ko Melina, Marc Klockow, Lucy Walsh, April March, FUGU, Hobey Echlin and dozens more guests and contributors for making this kick-off Open Show something truly special! And last but not least - thank you to RADKEY for the brand-spankin'-new theme music to the Third Men Podcast. Enjoy, everyone - and welcome to season 6 of The Third Men Podcast! Remember to check out the video version! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're taking a break from our summer vacation to bring you a special new "best of" collection, compiling some of the awesome interviews The Third Men Podcast conducted last season! In this episode you'll find words of wisdom and entertaining TMR stories from insiders, musicians, songwriters and even a legend or two - the perfect episode to share with a new listener. Special thanks to Dex Romweber, Jeremy Ivey, Karen Elson, Radkey, Danny Kroha, Chris Lyons, April March, Olivia Jean and Craig Brown for helping to make season 5 of the podcast our most memorable and popular yet - and thanks to all the other guests who joined us that we simply ran out of space to include! But that's not all - we'd also like to announce our season 6 opener: THE THIRD MEN PODCAST OPEN SHOW: 2021! In our first-ever foray into a visual edition of our TMP, we're calling on all Jack White fans to submit their contribution to this major youtube/podcast crossover event! Are you a musician? Video yourself playing a Jack White tune and send it along! Have some kick-ass Jack White or TMR fan art? Have a fun concert story you want to share? Take all your amazing Jack White memories & creativity and send them along to [email protected] by September 5th, 2021, to be included in the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're sittin' on top of the world...because it's the season 5 finale of The Third Men Podcast - AND our landmark 150th episode! That's TWO big things. But of course, in the Jack White tradition, we need a third big thing...so for this special milestone episode we present to you an extended discussion with musician, podcaster, and Atlantic Records marketing mastermind Nick Harvey! Earlier in the year, Paul joined Nick and co-host Eric Daino on their wonderful Adventure Time podcast titled Adventure Guys, and in that episode an interesting discussion began: what role did the four years of high school and the four years of college play in the development of our respective musical tastes? Does an artist who waits four years between releases miss out on an entire generation of possible fans? How does an aging fanbase affect the trajectory of an artist's style? Do the musical prejudices we can sometimes carry with us in our youth grow out of us as adults...or do those divisions only grow stronger over time? These questions and more are the subject of today's 150th episode we had to title "Four Years of Chances" - in which we seek to trace our own musical evolution through stories, melodies and experiences of distant playlists past. At Atlantic Records, fostering fandom is top of mind for Nick, who serves as Marketing Director and has spent the last decade entrenched in nearly every aspect of the music business. Nick is also on hand to give us his perspective on Jack White's career, as well as the many achievements racked up by Third Man Records in their own 12 years of carefully curated activity. Our thanks go to Nick Harvey for joining us this week, and to everyone who has helped the Third Men Podcast continue to grow and thrive these past 150 episodes. To our listeners, our guests, and the wonderful crew at Third Man Records, we owe a great debt of gratitude - and we look forward to paying it forward when we return for season 6 this September! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.