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Sep 28, 2026 · 1:10:16
My guest this week is Stephen Egerton. If you don't know Stephen, you should. He's the guitar player in the Descendents and legendary band ALL, and a good friend of mine. His new…
Sep 21, 2026 · 26:34
Your voicemails this week. We talk about the new Social Distortion album, Born to Kill, and MxPx in the UK, including the sold-out London show I got too sick to play. Shout out…
Sep 14, 2026 · 42:20
Back from Milan and Punkadeka Festival, so I get into the trip and the food first. Then your calls. A listener in Athens asks if you can be a real fan of a band you have never…
Sep 7, 2026 · 45:06
All voicemails this week. Rich calls in about the MxPx documentaries and why fans want more of them. Jacob is early in his career and wants to know what mistakes to avoid.…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:03:48
My guests this week are Rufio. Scott Sellers, Clark Domae and Taylor Albaugh, the whole band. They've got a new EP out called From the Outside, their first new music in 16 years.…
Aug 24, 2026 · 42:30
Music Monday is back after a summer of guest episodes. We've got clips from Flailing Idiot, The Cherry Bombs, Burning Out, Common Perry, Michael Bush, Stealing Lions, Arrows vs.…
Aug 17, 2026 · 36:05
Si Short from the Jack Knives is my guest this week. He grew up in England, moved to the States at 22, and now lives in Southern California. He took 10 years off from bands,…
Aug 10, 2026 · 41:31
My guest this week is Mike Frazier, a singer-songwriter from the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. He lives in Seattle now. The first time he was here was his first podcast ever, 10…
Aug 3, 2026 · 1:02:45
Bill Stevenson is on the show. He's the drummer for legendary punk bands Descendents and ALL, he also played in Black Flag, and he produced our first live album, MxPx - At the…
Jul 27, 2026 · 54:38
Blag Dahlia returns for his third time on the podcast. The Dwarves have a new album out called Jenkem, and Blag explains exactly what the title refers to, which I immediately…
Jul 20, 2026 · 24:54
My guest this week is Larry and His Flask. Got three of the guys: Ian Cook, Jeshua Marshall, and Jamin Marshall. If you don't know them, they're an Americana punk band out of…
Jul 13, 2026 · 41:47
Gearing up for Warped Tour Long Beach, and how Warped Tour meet-and-greets work. Cyrus calls in with questions about our documentaries, It Came From Bremerton, B-Movie, and Both…
Jul 6, 2026 · 42:14
Happy birthday to MxPx! But age doesn't matter unless you're a cheese or so they say. Mike marks it by telling the full story of how the band got started in 1992: a rented Flying…
Jun 29, 2026 · 39:26
What is up with you guys? We got a great episode this week. We played Warped Tour in DC, I played the World Cup fan zone in downtown Bremerton, the town I grew up in, and we…
Jun 22, 2026 · 1:07:29
My guest this week is Ryan Holiday. If you don't know Ryan, he's an author and a friend of mine. He writes about philosophy, strategy, and life. We talk about what it's like…
Jun 15, 2026 · 49:30
I'm catching up on your voicemails, podcast stickers are here, and MxPx is on every Vans Warped Tour date this summer and fall. Amelia asked what video games I play, which took…
Jun 8, 2026 · 45:52
613 Music Monday Spring Edition This week is all about Music Monday. Before the songs, a few updates: MxPx is going on the full Warped Tour (Washington DC this weekend) and on…
Jun 1, 2026 · 41:50
Moen is back from the Bremerton woods with Neutralboy's latest Rock Polishing Machine . Vinyl-only. No streaming, no YouTube, no digital. Moen's been living off-grid for a year.…
May 25, 2026 · 33:50
No Doubt's been doing their Sphere residency out in Vegas, and man, it gives me FOMO! Telling the whole story of when MxPx opened for them way back in 1997, our first bus tour…
May 18, 2026 · 31:54
What a week. Heading to the UK with Goldfinger for Slam Dunk Festival, and then we kick off our Warped Tour run in DC on June 14. Come see me Friday June 12, downtown Bremerton,…
May 11, 2026 · 37:56
Sat down with Jesse Goodwin, who runs Fourth Corner Punk Fest in Bellingham, Washington. Pennywise, Bouncing Souls, Suicide Machines, and The Vandals are headlining July 18 and…
May 4, 2026 · 37:21
May the 4th be with you. Brand new episode 608. Got into Star Wars this week - the original trilogy versus the prequels. Four, five, six are the movies I grew up on. That's the…
Apr 27, 2026 · 36:48
This week I'm flying solo on the pod with show announcements and a round of your voicemails. Free Subscriber Sticker Link: https://forms.gle/kwYDM93UvCGgCdhp9 (While Supplies…
Apr 20, 2026 · 1:01:32
Mike just got back from Denver and he's not done with your voicemails. Episode 606 wraps up the meet-and-greet conversation from Episode 604 with fan stories that span 1995 to…
Apr 13, 2026 · 1:05:26
Episode 605 opens with Mike addressing the wave of community response to last week's meet and greet voicemail, making clear this isn't a pile-on. It's a conversation. This week:…
Apr 6, 2026 · 40:46
Solo episode. One very critical voicemail, one very fun one, and one about books. Plus: East Coast tour is done, Denver is next, and new MxPx album is getting close. This week:…
Mar 30, 2026 · 23:31
603 Starved Naked Cold and Wet Free Form Fun This week: Joe from St. Pete calls in about the Seahawks Super Bowl win (Mike is absolutely not over it), shouts out Clint Gresham,…
Mar 23, 2026 · 33:46
The Business of Living Diving deeper into how things get done and more. Questions or comments? Leave a voicemail: 360-830-6660 X/Twitter: twitter.com/mikeherreraTD Facebook:…
Mar 16, 2026 · 1:10:05
Ep 601. Rev on The Drowns We talked about obsession, debt, making art for yourself, and the new Drowns album recorded with Bill Stevenson at The Blasting Room. Also: Zach Blair…
Mar 9, 2026 · 1:09:36
#600 Yuri Ruley on Drumming and more. Fixing our Hospitality Rider Van's Warped Tour stories Yuri's Pre and mid show mindset Early days of MxPx and going a band New MxPx Album…
Mar 2, 2026 · 43:33
It's a full Music Monday episode. Submissions came in from all over — Spokane, Quebec City, Toronto, Arizona, Japan, and more. Each Artist gets a listen and a real reaction.…
Feb 23, 2026 · 21:20
Ep 598: The Ever Passing Process Also: Rich from Northeast Washington shows off his new Sterling by Music Man signature bass, and Mike floats Rich's idea of custom MxPx picks in…
Feb 16, 2026 · 40:18
QUESTIONS How hard do I sing live? MxPx and Goldfinger shows New and Old fans are the best Is AI drinking all our water? The Solo Acoustic era This week from the Mike Herrera…
Feb 9, 2026 · 31:52
596 Tips for New (& not so new) Bands Real advice for those starting a new band, Naming some names, Sports talk, Recipe for Success, Songwriting, Band Updates Any questions or…
Feb 2, 2026 · 49:11
Music Monday Bowl 1. First Natural – Walking Several Miles Listen on YouTube 2. Belgravia DieNasty – New Track Submitted by Brock Jeffries Watch on YouTube 3. The Disorderlies –…
Jan 26, 2026 · 39:09
Huge Weekend complete! Tapping into the greatness of the MXPX community Bootlegs? Seattle Sports, professional sports, legendary trades and how it relates to band members coming…
Jan 19, 2026 · 41:19
My first bass was Peavey T-40 and my latest bass guitar is the Orange Creamsicle. The Mike Herrera Artist Series StingRay is instantly recognizable — a bass shaped by decades on…
Jan 12, 2026 · 40:31
This week -The Hiester - What would you want if it could be anything? I may have gotten this all wrong! -Connecting with people through your favorite bands and songs -My first…
Jan 5, 2026 · 29:28
591 Punk Rock Logistics This week - Seattle Sports and the Seahawks are the #1 seed Division Champs! Logistics - A little peak into how we make shows happen from city to city And…
Dec 29, 2025 · 1:06:25
A double year in review by Stiggs McQueen. -Holidays, Shows and the upcoming new year. -Cover songs, permissions and more! Correction- I said the thumb photo was from the let it…
Dec 22, 2025 · 38:34
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidaze! This week! -Favorite Christmas songs -Concert ticketing and service fees -Talkin' Tattoos Any questions or comments 1-360-830-6660 MXPX is…
Dec 15, 2025 · 54:31
-Why did bands explode in the 90's.? -Touring - Let's go through some of the day to day, ups, and downs of touring at the very beginning of MxPx, the middle and the present day…
Dec 8, 2025 · 46:56
THIS WEEK!| -The Octi PX fuzz pedal by Keeley Your calls on -How to be a front person when you're an introvert Step 1: Practice so much that you that succeeding just comes…
Dec 1, 2025 · 54:23
We got another action packed Music Monday for you this week! 1. Steven Rovery – American Television Song: You Are Not Alone (Title Track) EP: Upcoming release on Smartpunk Note:…
Nov 24, 2025 · 34:21
Desert Island Albums 585 This week we tackle a hard topic. My top 5 favorite desert island albums. This was so hard. Also add my favorite MXPX album to the list of tea time…
Nov 17, 2025 · 48:43
Check out the latest episode with your music submissions! Here's a clean, organized Music Monday / Podcast Show Notes section you can copy/paste anywhere: 🎧 Music Monday…
Nov 10, 2025 · 42:06
Collectors Edition - 583 Collecting Vinyl, cassettes, CDs and more See you out there! Mike ------- MXPX is coming and bringing the Ataris - NOV -Thursday NOV 13 -Louisville, KY…
Nov 3, 2025 · 59:44
Steve Soboslai - Punchline 582 New album Punchline album - Somewhere to Land is out now! Listen everywhere! Punchlinemusic.com We talk life, storytelling with podcasts, music,…
Oct 27, 2025 · 48:49
581 That 70's Episode -Halloween costumes and themes -MXPX venue stories -Personal Songs and Stories -Does MxPx have a gender? Any advice? Any questions or comments…
Oct 20, 2025 · 29:18
The Plan - How to become anything - 580 Step 1 - Consistency Step 2 - Proximity Step 3 - Get Lucky ---- https://linktr.ee/Mikeherrerapodcast MXPX and The Ataris LIVE - -Friday…
Oct 13, 2025 · 27:01
This week. Merch ideas and my simple tactics on how to start your own podcast. Enjoy your week! Cover Photo: @RjMcKinnon https://linktr.ee/Mikeherrerapodcast MXPX and The Ataris…
Sep 22, 2025 · 32:46
578 Precious -MxPx real talk -New Hockey Jerseys are always a good idea -Marketing talk and specifically, we go into the ideas from the book, "Don't Be Precious" by Darren Doane…
Sep 15, 2025 · 47:09
Fall Into Music Monday with all these great artists 1. Your Honor – Wasted Time (Remastered) 2. Hellish Nightmare Squadron – Rad Omens 3. Ellen May – Flowerbed 4. Joe Marquez –…
Sep 8, 2025 · 27:03
WHEN KENTUCKY CALLS 576 My young sports career… forgot to mention I played basketball and football 1 year. BTS of the Responsibility video shoot The more kids, the more chance…
Sep 1, 2025 · 35:45
Concert Etiquette 575 Concert Etiquette - To be or not to be touched? That is the question. My musical education explained Instrumentals and why we love them Covers are the…
Aug 25, 2025 · 54:17
Chad Olson - Head Coach and GM for the Bremerton Sockeyes Hockey Club Chad sat down to talk about coaching and building up the Bremerton Sockeyes Hockey Team: Coaching Beyond…
Aug 18, 2025 · 31:16
-MxPx songs we don't play often -The biggest and smallest MxPx shows to date. -Business how to's and how not to's -How many songs do you like to hear on one album? MXPX and The…
Aug 11, 2025 · 42:52
This week is for your questions. We talk: Places to visit in Seattle. Music stuff. How to live. How to succeed. How not to regret. And more.. ——— MXPX and The Ataris LIVE -…
Aug 4, 2025 · 43:27
James Stucky - SEATTLE KRAKEN Hockey Hockey goes Punk with my guest this week. James is the assistant equipment manager for the NHL's Seattle Kraken. We get into his story, we go…
Jul 28, 2025 · 41:21
570 Knives Video Premiere with Danny Attack Jacksonville, FL based punk band Knives are sharing the official music video for their newest song on the podcast and on their Youtube…
Jul 21, 2025 · 52:23
569 Music Monday - Summer Songs, Some Aren't Sit back and relax this summer while I react to these Music Monday submissions Cover photo by @JoshDruding Music Monday Submissions:…
Jul 14, 2025 · 57:13
568 Andrew Vinson I met Andrew Vinson 10 years ago when he painted my house for studio time. Now he's back with epic stories that season songs with real life experiences that…
Jul 7, 2025 · 37:42
33 years ago... Bremerton, WA - Summer July 6, 1992 Story of how MxPx got together. From our first show in my backyard to working on songs for the new album 12. Who knows if we…
Jun 30, 2025 · 41:37
566 Mosh Pit Chicks Singles Vs. Albums Songwriting Secrets Inside the studio: Different snare sounds for different songs. From precision to raw energy: How a producer can shape…
Jun 23, 2025 · 45:37
Luke Bentham - The Dirty Nil I caught Luke spreading the word of Rock n Roll after his band finished soundcheck (on tour now in America). We get into his band the Dirty Nil and…
Jun 16, 2025 · 55:09
This week! -Grill me baby -Bouncing Souls hang out -My Goldfinger trip to Canada -MxPx back in Quebec this October -Mega Successful Pxers -We need more MxPx Punk in Professional…
Jun 2, 2025 · 1:04:40
Music Monday Consideration 563 A fresh batch of submissions ⸻ 1. Nowhere Fast (Louisville, KY) "Organized Sound" – submitted by Seth Robinson 2. Early Mourning feat. Depraved…
May 26, 2025 · 1:04:04
562 Blag Dhalia The Dwarves frontman is back on the pod bringing us the vim and vigor. -The early story of how the Dwarves came to be from the midwest to the Westcoast and the…
May 19, 2025 · 43:21
Mike Herrera Podcast One Zero Zero out now! Behind the music new song edition Touring Songwriting at the very beginning Vs how I do it now Deluxe Edition Boos MXPX vs Australia -…
May 12, 2025 · 47:28
560 Wired and Inspired Who's the best Handyman in the band? Band Social Dynamics, Secret Photo Shoots and Practicing Poverty MxPx TEXT LIST - Join our Text list by texting MXPX…
May 5, 2025 · 26:08
#559 Practicing Outdoors and Movie Scores -Practice in the Outdoors and other tactics -Scoring movies -Rained Out MXPX in Québec with The Ataris on -Friday October 24 Québec City…
Apr 28, 2025 · 49:43
#558 Softails and Voicemails -My first motorcycle -Advice for success -My vocal warmup routine -A caller presents to us, the Punk Rawk Foundation -PxPX perks and live streaming…
Apr 21, 2025 · 58:41
#557 Everything Is Computer Talking music, sports and life with Tom Chichila and Brad Blanco -When is the NoFx reunion? -MxPx is stirring. -Sports gambling and more Listen now!…
Apr 14, 2025 · 34:41
#556 MONSTER MUSIC MONDAY - The episode focuses on reviewing and providing feedback on music submissions from listeners. - Submissions are accepted via the Mike Herrera Podcast…
Apr 7, 2025 · 53:50
#555 Outdoor Vibes 1. New Music and Writing Process - Avoids distractions like news to focus on songwriting. 2. Influence of Location - Different environments inspire varied…
Mar 31, 2025 · 44:59
#554 Back to Coffee -Coffee - Why I quit and started again -Pre-show routine -Skateboarding and songwriting -Yoga, rowing and fitness -Your voicemails Listen now! Share with a…
Mar 24, 2025 · 36:38
#553 You Like Fitness? Tv shows. Movies. Music, Fitness and recovery. Severance is on the brain this week but fitness is covering the rest. 😎 Listen now! Share with a friend.…
Mar 17, 2025 · 40:28
#552 Happy Irish Drinking Holiday Happy Saint Paddy's day to all who celebrate! This episode is dedicated to you. Let's drink! Does Tumbledown sound like the Grateful Dead's "Me…
Mar 10, 2025 · 40:38
#551 Cancelled Flight Fiasco -Goldfinger Weekend Recap -Flight Delays and cancellations -How Punk Rock changed my life -Touring stories about the early days of NFG -What do…
Mar 3, 2025 · 29:58
There's some good stuff in this episode. I start out with happy birthday to Mx touring crew alumni Tommy Rat in the story about the cheese pizza, blood oath. Enjoy. Listen now!…
Feb 24, 2025 · 36:52
#549 Choice Infinity My Creative process, songwriting, and insights for artists and small business owners. 1 - Upcoming Goldfinger Shows - in Anaheim and San Diego. - Mike…
Feb 17, 2025 · 48:37
#548 Growing Up Together This week, per your voicemails, we dive deep into the journey of growing up (together). We "explore" the importance of self-reflection and personal…
Feb 10, 2025 · 1:33:45
Tom Chichila, Bert McClimans & Brad Blanco join me this week to talk about the music business. Sports talk leads to business talk. The music business. -How to succeed in the…
Feb 3, 2025 · 32:25
- The Punk Rock Portfolio - Diversify: Importance of multiple income streams for artists. - Spotify and Podcasts: Spotify benefits from hosting podcasts by reducing artist…
Jan 27, 2025 · 38:55
In this episode: Looking Back and Moving Forward: I kick off the episode by looking back at January and setting the tone for February. It's all about embracing change and not…
Jan 20, 2025 · 1:03:00
In this episode of the MHP, we dive into: • The WALRUS Audio BADWATER Bass Pedal and its standout features. • Behind the scenes at MXPX.com and the MXPX vinyl production…
Jan 13, 2025 · 37:39
-Stories from the album production for MXPX - Panic -Reactions from the MXPX shows in Houston and Dallas, Texas -Questions like, "What is Screeching Weasel's Ben Weasel like in…
Jan 6, 2025 · 26:10
Welcome to 2025! A Casual Conversation with Myself and Your Messages. Enjoy your week. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: "Set A Fire"…
Dec 30, 2024 · 40:12
The last Pod of 2024 with a brief overview. And then… your songs! Thank you for a great year despite all the craziness that life can and will bring. Thanks for being part of the…
Dec 23, 2024 · 37:30
Larry left me a message and his stage diving antics made me call him out onstage in Chicago. The story behind the name, Precious Cargo and more this week! Merry Christmas to all!…
Dec 16, 2024 · 25:46
Your voicemails and me talking about it. ---- "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx Live Shows: "Set A Fire" the New MXPX Song is out everywhere NOW! MxPx…
Dec 9, 2024 · 43:46
🎙️ Episode #538: Operation Dislocation ⚡ What really happened with Footgate? 🎶 Behind the scenes of Can't Keep Waiting. 🤖 How I use technology without losing myself. 📞 Plus:…
Dec 2, 2024 · 46:58
Buttermilk pie, Mike takes his pants off to show his Oklahoma Tattoo and Mike shares his personal insights and behind-the-scenes stories, offering a glimpse into the band's…
Nov 25, 2024 · 29:31
Happy Thanksgiving week! Hope you're all enjoying the holiday season so far. Christmas is basically right around the corner! Don't sleep on the new Black Friday MxPx Merch at…
Nov 18, 2024 · 33:18
In this episode, I'm diving into everything from reconnecting with old friends to some spooky paranormal experiences I've had on the road and in studio. Tune in for laughs, a bit…
Nov 11, 2024 · 34:28
Thank you again for all the birthday love! Here we got some funny stories from life on the road. I read a letter from a Left Coast Punk fan. Plus, hear about this year's best…
Nov 4, 2024 · 36:40
#533 Cringe Worthy In this episode, I'm digging into some fan voicemails, updates on MXPX, and even throwing in a few of my own embarrassing (cringe worthy) moments from over the…
Oct 28, 2024 · 40:55
Robots as Roadies and more on #532 of the podcast Ryan Beebe, bassist and vocalist of the band Goalkeeper. Fresh off their recent tour and the release of their new EP "Pins and…
Oct 21, 2024 · 41:49
Chris "Knuckles" Nilan - On how to never back down and never stay down! Legendary, Chris Nilan played a crucial role in the Canadiens' 1986 Stanley Cup victory. He earned every…
Oct 14, 2024 · 50:33
The last NOFX weekend was one for the books. @tomwisniewski and I sat down to recap the madness—from our @mxpxpx set on Friday, singing and playing with Descendents on Saturday…
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