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Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John

by Bretton Brulotte

A podcast that invites creatives to share why they create, cause at the end of the day, we were all weird in highschool. New episodes every second Friday.

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 53 Breton Vivian

    Breton Vivian is an accomplished composer who is best known for his work on Yellowstone. We chatted about his path in scoring and his work with Brian Tyler.

  2. Ep. 52 Sterling Drake

    Sterling Drake is a talented performer and songwriter from western Montana who is merging authentic western sensibilities with the innovative stylistic elements of the contemporary Nashville independent scene.

  3. Ep. 51 Ismay

    Ismay is a talented writer and performer who took the time to chat about the relationship between place and art, producing a record with Andrew Marlin and classic roots influences.

  4. Ep. 50 Andy Hedges

    Renowned cowboy poet and folklorist Andy Hedges was generous enough to stop by to chat about traditional western arts and his west Texas home.

  5. Ep. 49 Connor Jay Liess

    Idahoan balladeer, outdoorsmen and general neat dude Connor Jay Liess stopped by to chat independent music creation, outdoorsmanship and exploring the relics of bygone industry.

  6. Ep. 48 J.B. Zielke

    J.B. Zielke is the author of the Lost Cowboy and the creator of the Dusty Vaquero Youtube channel and was kind enough to stop by and talk about his travels and a western way of life in general.

  7. Ep. 47 Tik Maynard

    Tik is an author, horse trainer and three day event rider who stopped by to chat making a career out of your passion.

  8. Ep. 46 Warwick Schiller

    Warwick Schiller is an internationally renowned horseman and the host of the Journey On Podcast. Warwick stopped by to chat differences between Australian and American life as well as his recent experience on the grueling Gaucho Derby.

  9. Ep. 45 Charlie Marie

    Charlie stops by the show to chat authenticity and walking a true path.

  10. Ep. 44 Blake Berglund

    Saskatchewan bred renaissance man Blake Berglund takes some time to tell us where his horses have indeed gone.

  11. Ep. 43 Hooks and the Huckleberries

    Josh and Adam stop by to chat carving a contemporary path to fans and a viable musical life.

  12. Ep. 42 Steve Dawson

    Owner and operator of the Henhouse Studio in East Nashville, Steve Dawson stops in to chew the fat about making music in a contemporary environment.

  13. Ep. 41 Nick Shoulders

    Nick and I sit down at the Twin Cities Saloon and talk about everything.

  14. Ep. 40 - Del Barber

    Del Barber is a songwriter from the Manitoba Parkland. Del and I talk farming, touring with Colter Wall and old horses.

  15. Ep. 39 Angela Autumn

    Angela Autumn is among the most compelling voices in contemporary alternative country. Angela and I chatted about Nashville, motivation and why Benjamin Tod is the shit. Find Angela Autumn at https://www.angelaautumn.com/

  16. Ep. 38 Eamon McGrath

    Edmonton born Eamon McGrath is a founding member of the band July Talk and has had his hands in just about every corner of Canadian alternative rock. Eamon's journey has taken him from legion halls to slinging the six string for Daniel Johnston. A fantastic performer, songwriter and sonic sound...

  17. Ep. 37 Susan O'Neill

    Susan O'Neill is a unique voice in contemporary music. Susan brings Irish folk traditions forward in soulful and sincere ballads. We got the chance to sit down at Edmonton Folk Festival to chat about life and horses. Find Susan's music and tour dates at https://www.son.ie/

  18. Ep. 36 Anna Tivel

    Portland based songwriter/poet/world building extraordinaire Anna Tivel sat down with me at Edmonton Folk Fest to chat about music, escapism and old guitars. Catch Anna's shows at http://www.annativel.com/

  19. Ep. 35 Tré Burt

    Tré Burt is a unique voice in folk music today. Tré was kind enough to find some time to chat with me on a residential patio behind Canmore Folk Festival about making your own way and being true to one's self. Find Tré's records, tour dates and merch at treburt.com

  20. Ep. 34 Abigail Lapell

    Abigail was kind enough to take the time to chat about music, life in both Montreal and Toronto and songwriting. Abigail is a one of a kind talent and has shows throughout Montana and Alberta in the coming weeks. You can find tickets and information about Abigail on her website abigaillapell.com

  21. Ep. 33 Anthony Simpkins - Gems on VHS

    Anthony Simpkins is a modern day folk music tastemaker creating videos in the spirit of Alan Lomax. Anthony was kind enough to have a chat with me about Nashville, old guitars and the ways the emerging artists can make a go of sharing their work nowadays.

  22. Ep. 32 Denver Venoit - Ole Man Kidd

    Denver and I chat about folk music, Harleys and Horses.

  23. Ep. 31 Tori Morley

    Tori Morley is a compelling young musician making her way in the world. The moment I heard Tori's track "Les and his Excavator" and was reminded of listening to Primus in a Camry with different coloured doors, my faith in youth was restored, yours will be too.

  24. Ep. 30 Joe Wilson

    Manitoba Country artist Joe Wilson stops by to chat about life in the Canadian prairies and a connection to land and culture. Joe is young in age but wise beyond it. Find Joe on Instagram @yodelinjoewilson.

  25. Ep. 29 Jolie Blue

    Sean Burns, host of Boots & Saddle on CKUW and of the Northern Report podcast has called Jolie a "true voice in Canadian country music" and as you can hear in his inflection, he is indeed. Find a Jolie Blue show near you at thecanadiandrifter.ca

  26. Ep. 28 Chris Acker

    Chris Acker is a talented songwriter who takes you on journeys through Craigslist odd-jobs, Playstation, and topical dermatological remedies. Chris has been featured on Gems on VHS and Western AF.

  27. Ep. 27 Zach Bryson

    Zach Bryson is a gifted lyricist based in New Orleans. Zach's songs are simultaneously funny and heartbreaking, and in this chat, he mostly rolled with funny. Zach has been featured on Western AF and continues to release "Songs that Will Ruin Your Day".

  28. Ep. 26 Chris Dadge - Lab Coast, Bug Incision

    The return no one was waiting for, WIH is back with Chris Dadge to talk all things compact disc.

  29. Ep. 25 Amy Nelson

    Amy Nelson is among a small group of musicians who have the intangible ability to win over just about any room her voice fills. Amy stops by to talk creative inspiration, artistic integrity and maintaining humanity when the option to fall in to hype presents itself.

  30. Ep. 24 Deep Covers

    Dan stops by to talk creative process, collaboration and artistic diversity.

  31. Ep. 23 Laura Hickli - 36?, Time Boy

    Laura shares her magic on topics of Dan Mangan, US touring and artistic integrity.

  32. Ep. 22 Zoe Sundstrom - Music Director

    Zoe Sundstrom stops by for couples therapy and to discuss her role as a music director in community radio.

  33. Ep. 21 Mark Janz - Dextress, R Planet Magazine

    Mark stops by to talk starting bands, big dreams and Montreal's finer entertainment establishments.

  34. Ep. 20 Highschool Dropout Special W/ Callum MG

    My highschool bestfriend Callum comes back to discuss my poor life choices.

  35. Ep. 19 Josie Charlene Veness

    Insightful Calgary spoken word artist Josie Charlene Veness stops by to talk Skins, Wallowing, Love and Inspiration.

  36. Ep. 18 Sarah Gargano

    New York based, self proclaimed anti-folk musician Sarah Gargano stops by to talk songwriting, aesthetics and connecting to lyrics.

  37. Ep. 17 Matthew Rederburg

    Matt talks recording, hip hop and the unique space his studio occupies.

  38. Ep. 16 Hunter Hansen - NIKU

    NIKU is one of the most exciting bands in the Calgary scene today, Hunter was kind enough to stop by and talk about why this project is focused on having fun making music.

  39. Ep. 15 Andrew Douglas

    Born in Ontario, Andrew made his way to Alberta with no shortage of heartache, soul searching and writing it all down.

  40. Ep. 14 Edward Sayers

    Eddie stops by to talk touring, songwriting and influence.

  41. Ep. 13 Tanner James

    Tanner talks busking, southern Alberta and multiple mediums in the first episode of the new year.

  42. Highschool Holiday Special w/ Callum MG

    I talk to my long time friend Callum to spread holiday cheer.

  43. Ep. 11 Von Bieker

    Von Bieker stops by to talk inspiration, goal setting and revered Toronto troubadour: Hayden who was a mutual source of inspiration.

  44. Ep. 10 I Am the Mountain

    Colton stops by to talk process, inspiration and the future of music festivals.

  45. Ep. 9 Sean Burns

    Winnipeg purveyor of honky-tonk stops by to talk the lifestyle of a performer, life in Winnipeg and how he's keeping busy.

  46. Ep. 8 Fox Opera

    Cait stops by to talk living in different countries, why the Calgary music scene has always felt like home and getting creative with chords.

  47. Ep. 7 TAYLR - Kodae, Dear Friend

    TAYLR stops by to talk inspiration, working hard and staying up in strange times. Instagram: @officialtaylrmusic

  48. Ep. 6 Noah Michael - If I Look Strong; You Look Strong, Fox Opera, Websites, Young Neighbours

    Noah stops by to talk about musical creativity and playing in enough bands to have a self-festival.

  49. Ep. 5 Connor of Jonnor

    Half of Calgary rock duo Jonnor stops by to talk obscure soviet microphones, recording their new record and the possibility that the multi-effects pedal you had when you were 8 might become a coveted piece of vintage gear.

  50. Ep. 4 Cale Michael - Cale Michael & the Lost Lonely Souls, Risky Endeavor

    Cale stops by to chat recording his new project and Jethro Tull among other things.

About this show

A podcast that invites creatives to share why they create, cause at the end of the day, we were all weird in highschool. New episodes every second Friday.

Hosted by

Bretton Brulotte

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John have?

Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John has 50 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on August 1, 2025.

What is Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John about?

A podcast that invites creatives to share why they create, cause at the end of the day, we were all weird in highschool. New episodes every second Friday.

How often does Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John release new episodes?

Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John publishes monthly, based on its 50 episodes since November 2020.

Who hosts Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John?

Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John is created and hosted by Bretton Brulotte.
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