Crusher Talk with Hayley

A simple but powerful message that no one is coming to save you (and why that’s a very good thing!) Let Go on Spotify Hayley and the Crushers on Tour Thursday Aug. 6, 2026 I Savage Mountain Punk Arts Festival - Cumberland, MD ( TICKETS ) Friday Aug. 7, 2026 I Jilly’s Music Room - Akron, OH ( TICKETS ) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...

A heatwave may have melted my mind, but there’s a few glimmers in there worth sharing: Baked by Melissa on Instagram (good cold salad summer recipes) Baked by Melissa Confetti Greens Salad Baked by Melissa Salad Dressing Round-Up Death Becomes Her (one of my all-time favorite movies!) Widow’s Bay Official Teaser (coziest and campiest of mysteries - watch on Apple TV) Take the Reins - Chicago Punk...

There are no art emergencies, but sometimes songs do go awry. Dark Thoughts (Philly band for Ramones lovers) Love Fool (Detroit band - you should really listen to their EP Stumbling In immediately) Hayley and the Crushers Live! June 27th at Say it Louder Fest in Newport Kentucky More Show Dates at the Crushers Website This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribe...

Join me for a morning dog walk as I talk about some sunny things on the horizon! Namely, a new single, a new video and a new (disturbingly cute) way to think about orange slices. Florence Given Podcast - Podcast about living creatively 38 Special - Hold On Loosely (Live) (Official Music Video) - with lyrics! Hayley and the Crushers Cringeworthy music video (Official) Hayley and the Crushers Jewel...

For better or worse, the world is run by those who show up. So show up! Today I’m sharing a sprinkle of magical momentum to get you back into the process (because for us creatives the process is all we have). Yes, the band is in the process of wrapping up a new album, despite the many sparkly things that distract us. If showing up to the basement and getting one tedious thing done at a time is the...

This episode is all about little joys and cozy recommendations! Yep, that’s it! Belle Isle Swim Club - Swim in the Detroit River every Friday morning through Summer! Cold Truth Dairy Free FroYo - Detroit MI Famesick by Lena Dunham (2026 Memoir) Not That Kind of Girl by Lenna Dunham (2014 book of essays) Girls (HBO Show) Broad City (Comedy Central Show) You’re Wrong About Podcast - History of Rainb...

A special episode from the van, as we journey from Detroit to Denver and back. Also, between gas station fuel-ups and episodes of Beverly Hills 90210 on the laptop, we welcome our new single Cringeworthy to the world! (insert applause here) Stream Cringeworthy Dive into the backstory behind Cringeworthy here! Thanks to Jammerzine for this insanely on-point review and deep-dive! Remember, everythin...

Cringe with me and you’ll be in a world of pure imagination! Get Z may call it “cringe,” but the root of the word is more weighted and complex. Today’s podcast is a first look into the world of Cringeworthy, Hayley and the Crushers’ new song and video out May 26, 2026 on Kitten Robot Records. A sneak peek from our latest DIY video effort! Hayley and the Crushers on Tour Denver, CO (May 23, 2026) a...

1. No one can do it like you do it 2. You never know who’s watching (and who you’re inspiring) 3. There are people in a place of power who want to see you succeed, and will help you. Be open to it and be deserving (because you are deserving). 4. The ones who fail quit. Sounds trite, but true. 5. The reward is in the work. You just keep going and the work keeps giving. I can’t promise you external...

Fresh off our journey through a galaxy far, far away, I’m delivering a little performance-art wisdom and 90s grunge lore on today’s action-packed podcast. Space Dive Photo Gallery - Incredible 2026 Star Wars Themed Event in Detroit - photos courtesy of Detroit Metro Times May the Force be with you! Poppet the Contortionist - Instagram Flying Pole Dancing - Epic pics of pole performer Alex aka Elix...

A quick reminder: Whether you’re on a solo path or looking to lose yourself in the crowd, always remember that you’re good enough, smart enough and gosh darn it, people like you! Hayley and the Crushers at Space Dive - May 1 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hayleycrusher.substack.com

I’m back from my latest run with Screeching Weasel and The Queers and have been reflecting on the field trip! Not only did our Tour Manager / Chihuahua Gidget meet Ben Weasel’s Chihuahua Feta, but we also took a romp through the world famous Mars Cheese Castle! (Yes, we did wear cheese hats). The “Bronze Fonz” in Milwaukee (Ayyyyyy!) Pappy’s Smokehouse in St Louis (Get the pork ribs) The podcast I...

"Jewel Case" is out everywhere now! Stream it and watch the new video. Today I talk about the ten-year-old story behind Hayley and the Crushers's newest/oldest song. Thanks for listening, sharing and supporting my music now and over the years! When the world is burning, it's only natural to turn to rock and roll as a last resort. Hayley and the Crushers on Tour See Hayley and the Crushers on Tour...

A quick and dirty hello from the Crusherverse today, where we’re working on some new art projects (puppy paintings with handwritten lyrics for the merch table) and preparing for a slew of gigs (with new drummer Stacy!). Don’t forget to RSVP on Youtube for our Jewel Case video premiere and live chat Tuesday, April 14 at 9 a.m. / noon eastern. TOUR DATES! *W/ Screeching Weasel WEASEL, THE QUEERS * A...

As you can tell from the sorry state of my vocal cords, we just got back from our run with Screeching Weasel and The Queers! Let’s debrief while Gidget and I decompress from tour. Feast your eyes on the March 2026 Screeching Weasel / Queers / Crushers Tour Poster (congrats if you got one, they are completely SOLD OUT): Check out Weasel’s poster artist Hooter Hicks on Instagram (and get ready for a...

Is what you wear on stage an “outfit” or a “costume?” Well, if what you wear resembles something a professional figure skater would hit the ice in, then yes! It is, indeed a costume. Just a funny thought I had this morning as the band prepares for an East Coast run! Michigan State Symbols Mug This is my favorite mug, BTW Cheesiest 80s/90s Ice Skating Outfits (Reddit) Super Cheap Nebulizer for sing...

The endless struggle for generational change, allowing the song to show you what it is and why home is where your dog is. Sorry for the barking in the intro…It gets better, I promise! We’re Opening for Screeching Weasel and The Queers March 19-22 - Grab tickets here! What Gidget are you Today? Meme (drop a comment for your daily horoscope) Our roadie Nick’s band The Randy B******s (he is currently...

When things go wrong, what can you do? Well, you can make a podcast about it! Reporting from our “meh” hotel room in Los Algodones aka “Molar City” Mexico. Sink your teeth in and commiserate with us. The Best things that happened to us on the West Coast Post - Hayley and the Crushers on Instagram Recording vocals in LA! Molar City Mexico (Los Algodones) Cookie Dough Twix (pretty gross—try at your...

Fresh out of the vocal booth and I am fully unhinged with enthusiasm — mostly because the Kitten Robot Records crew absolutely rules. Today: vocal booth confessions, behind-the-scenes moments from the new album and why you should always do a “bored take.” Trust me. Also, breaking news: Gidget is apparently the spitting image of an apex predator from Madagascar (please see below: baby Fossa ). Peop...

Love is in the air. Are you loving yourself, your people, your animals? A quick check-in to share album progress, new interviews and a little Galentine’s magic. Gidget making good use of her dog bag while enjoying the West Coast winter. : ) Interview with the Luna Collective ! Interview with Out of the Blue Zine ! Photography of Corey P. (She takes amazing band pics. ) Shoutout to my favorite Salo...

Thoughts on performance anxiety and how to trust the process—plus a quick detour through a honky tonk dance floor. The Little Red Hen - Honky tonk dance hall - Seattle, WA Jenny Don’t and the Spurs - Band - Portland, OR Hayley and the Crushers on Tour - Get tickets for our opening dates for Screeching Weasel and The Queers And a video for you beginner two-steppers out there (doesn’t the woman look...

When you hear the phrase “temporary alternative world,” what does that mean to you? The concept—which came up as I was listening to Ezra Klein interview the author of the book “The Art of Gathering” —struck me deep. Because isn’t that exactly what a good gathering, a good concert, a good pool party is? Whether you’re creating your own temporary alternative world or simply wish to be included in on...

Hello from our final installment of Crusher Talk from the Van, at least for the time being. We’ve FINALLY made it to California and Dr. Cain can’t help but run his mouth! No links today because we are tired. So very tired. Over 100 hours on the road will do that to you. Tune in this Thursday for tales from the Crusherverse Vault , and grab tickets for our tour dates opening for Screeching Weasel c...

Greetings from Twin Peaks, Washington, where we’re spending the week exploring the city and living out our Agent Cooper fantasies at the Double R Diner! The cherry pie verdict - $7/slice, scone-like crust with coarse sugar, worth every penny. Coffee: 7/10 on the diner scale, but the mugs were disappointingly meh. Double R Diner (Twin Peaks Diner aka Twede’s) - North Bend, WA Twin Peaks on Paramoun...

I don’t care how old you are. You should be doing water aerobics! Seriously, it is magical. Today, I (hopefully) help you whip up some feel-good chemicals during a dark time. At this point, all we can do is keep swimming... Busy Bones Mini for small-to-medium-sized dogs Raincoats for dogs (maybe your dogs will actually like them) Vintage Synchronized Swimming clips : ) From the Crusherverse Vault:...