Listen "Sonic Midlife Episode 4: Punk, Pita, and Pigskin Predictions with Thome Widdison"
Episode Synopsis
In Episode 4 of Sonic Midlife, Zach, Jeff & old college pal, Thome mix music, books, and football as they dive into their latest discoveries and predictions. Here’s what they’re talking about:
Jeff's Highlights:
PACKS - Melt the Honey: A slacker guitar pop album full of nutritious hooks, with a Honey vs. HFCS analogy.
Book Recommendations: Mexikid by Pedro Martin and the Front Desk series by Kelly Yang.
Food Find: Pita Way.
Matt Berry Appreciation: A deep dive into his work, from The IT Crowd (featuring Chris O’Dowd, Richard Ayoade, and Noel Fielding) to What We Do in the Shadows (Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Mark Proksch, Kristen Schall), and his role in AD/BC - A Rock Opera.
Zach's Highlights:
High Vis - "Mind’s a Lie": A track that blends punk, hardcore, and house with a unique talk/sing delivery. Zach anticipates their new album, Guided Tour, dropping on October 18.
Literary Spotlight: Beauty Land by Marie-Helene Bertino, a book that may sound like sci-fi but isn’t. It explores an alien’s observations of Earth. Currently Reading: Hank Aaron’s autobiography, I Had a Hammer.
Custard Delight: Key Lime Pie Concrete from Andy’s Frozen Custard.
Binge-Worthy TV: Just A Dash with Matty Matheson, the cooking show for people who don’t like cooking shows. Imagine Ford hosting a cooking show—without the swearing.
NFL Preview with Thome Widdison:
Zach and Jeff are joined by their old college buddy Thome Widdison to preview the NFL season. Topics include:
Rule Changes: Thome explains the new kick-off rule.
Patriots Without Belichick: What does the future hold?
Tyreek Hill: Is he really the best player in football?
Favorite Non-Patriot Player: Who’s catching Thome’s eye this season?
Josh Allen Debate: Why is he overrated, and why is Thome wrong?
Super Bowl Predictions: Who’s taking it all this year?
Plus a round of Rapidfire
Join Jeff and Zach for another dynamic episode packed with music discoveries, book insights, and bold football predictions on Sonic Midlife!
Jeff's Highlights:
PACKS - Melt the Honey: A slacker guitar pop album full of nutritious hooks, with a Honey vs. HFCS analogy.
Book Recommendations: Mexikid by Pedro Martin and the Front Desk series by Kelly Yang.
Food Find: Pita Way.
Matt Berry Appreciation: A deep dive into his work, from The IT Crowd (featuring Chris O’Dowd, Richard Ayoade, and Noel Fielding) to What We Do in the Shadows (Jemaine Clement, Taika Waititi, Mark Proksch, Kristen Schall), and his role in AD/BC - A Rock Opera.
Zach's Highlights:
High Vis - "Mind’s a Lie": A track that blends punk, hardcore, and house with a unique talk/sing delivery. Zach anticipates their new album, Guided Tour, dropping on October 18.
Literary Spotlight: Beauty Land by Marie-Helene Bertino, a book that may sound like sci-fi but isn’t. It explores an alien’s observations of Earth. Currently Reading: Hank Aaron’s autobiography, I Had a Hammer.
Custard Delight: Key Lime Pie Concrete from Andy’s Frozen Custard.
Binge-Worthy TV: Just A Dash with Matty Matheson, the cooking show for people who don’t like cooking shows. Imagine Ford hosting a cooking show—without the swearing.
NFL Preview with Thome Widdison:
Zach and Jeff are joined by their old college buddy Thome Widdison to preview the NFL season. Topics include:
Rule Changes: Thome explains the new kick-off rule.
Patriots Without Belichick: What does the future hold?
Tyreek Hill: Is he really the best player in football?
Favorite Non-Patriot Player: Who’s catching Thome’s eye this season?
Josh Allen Debate: Why is he overrated, and why is Thome wrong?
Super Bowl Predictions: Who’s taking it all this year?
Plus a round of Rapidfire
Join Jeff and Zach for another dynamic episode packed with music discoveries, book insights, and bold football predictions on Sonic Midlife!
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