Helping Friendly Podcast

In our twelfth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we head to San Francisco to do a live show from THRIVE CITY. We were joined by Undermine Head Writer, Benjy Eisen as well as Eliza Allechant of SiriusXM Phish Radio. We chat about Phish's history in San Francisco, the differences between Summer and Fall Tour, as well as the wild Tour Opener in Sacramento. We'll be back n...

In our eleventh episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we chat about the great 10/27/1994 show from Charlottesville, VA. Featuring a classic setlist, some jamming hints and a ton of energy leading into the band's first cover Halloween show, it's a great show to check out as we get set for Phish's 2021 Fall Tour. Tune into our live video show recaps every day after a show at...

In our tenth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we chat about Fall 2018, running through the shows and our highlights from a really strong tour. In addition, we breakdown the final week of TAB tour & discuss our thoughts on the really inspiring tour Trey led. Tune into our live video show recaps every day after a show at 1pm ET. Visit OsirisPod.com/LivePhish to hear our...

In our ninth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we chat about the 2021 TAB tour, highlighting the unique sounds Trey has brought to this tour, the differences between 2021 TAB and past years, say a word of love for Tony Markellis, praise Dezron Douglas, and discuss the immediate shift in jamming following the positive COVID-19 Test results for Jen Hartswick. It's a uniq...

In our eighth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we step back to discuss Phish's September 17, 2000 performance from Merriweather Post Pavilion. We chat about the themes of the tour + examine any comparisons between Fall 2000 and Summer 2021. Tune into our live video show recaps every day after a show at 1pm ET. Visit OsirisPod.com/LivePhish to hear our Jam Of The Week...

In our sevent episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we are so happy to share the recording of our Live Event from the Dick's Lot. We were joined by Ryan Chiachiere of Trey's Guitar Rig, Benjy Eisen, and Scott Marks to discuss Phish's Summer 2021 Tour. In addition, we heard from The Dude of Life & Andy Greenberg's new project, Space Armadillo. It's a fun & lively hour of ch...

In our sixth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we look back on the Shoreline and Dick's runs and discuss the last week of Phish Summer 2021 in full. In addition, we pick our Jam of The Week. Tune into our live video show recaps every day after a show at 1pm ET. Visit OsirisPod.com/LivePhish to hear our Jam Of The Week selections! HFPod on Tour is hosted and produced by...

In our fifth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we look back on the August 27-29 three show run at The Gorge. We break down the run in full & pick our Jam of The Weekend. Tune into our live video show recaps every day after a show at 1pm ET. Visit OsirisPod.com/LivePhish to hear our Jam Of The Week selections! HFPod on Tour is hosted and produced by Jonathan Hart, Brian...

In our fourth episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we take a wide-angle look at the first leg of the Summer 2021 Tour, discussing the major themes & chat about how our perspective has changed since the band briefly closed shop in AC. We also spend some time discussing the upcoming West Coast Run & our thoughts on what might be in store. Tune into our live video show recap...

In our third episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we dive into the Hershey-Atlantic City run of tour, and try to identify the best jams and moments of the tour thus far, with an embarrassment of riches to choose from. Then we hear from Jonathan and Ryan Siebert, a taper who’s on tour, to help us follow and break down the shows thus far. Tune into our live video show recap...

In our second episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we dive into the Nashville-Deer Creek run of tour, and try to identify the best jams and moments of the tour thus far, with an embarrassment of riches to choose from. Then we hear from Jonathan and Ryan Siebert, a taper who’s on tour, to help us follow and break down the shows thus far. Tune into our live video show recap...

In our first episode of HFPod on Tour, presented by Shift Genuine Cannabis, we dive into the first four shows in the tour, and try to identify the best jams and moments of the tour thus far, with an embarrassment of riches to choose from. Then we hear from Jonathan and Ryan Siebert, a taper who’s on tour, to help us follow and break down the shows thus far. And listen for a very special contest an...

Phish tour is back, and so is the Helping Friendly Podcast! HF Pod On Tour will feature live video Quick Hits at 1pm the day after every show—on Osiris Media's Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube channels. We'll also have podcast episodes every Tuesday with a rundown of the tour thus far. Featuring great conversation, fans who were at the shows, and lots of laughs and music. Subscribe to the...

We have a special episode for you today, looking in depth at JamBase's Cluster Flies, the covers compilation reimagining Phish’s album Farmhouse. The limited-edition 3LP release was mastered by engineer Joe Lambert and features custom artwork and a poster created by longtime Phish collaborator Jim Pollock. You can pre-order the LP and Pollock poster here through Monday, May 3, or pre-order the dig...

Hey, HFPod listeners! We're proud to bring you the first episode of our new Phish podcast, Undermine. Check out the first episode here and subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.  How did a band with no major label from a small city in Northern Vermont become one of the biggest bands in music within a decade? What were the origins of Phish and what laid the foundation for t...

This is the end! Not really. All four of us will be back in February for the premier of Undermine. We can't wait to bring you more great conversation in 2021. This week, RJ, Brad, Jonathan, and Matt get together one last time under the "HFPod" moniker to chat about the past seven-plus years of podcasting adventures. In an unedited recording, you will get to hear how Helping Friendly Podcast episod...

Hello friends! As we near the finish line for the Helping Friendly Podcast and prepare to join with our friends to create Undermine, we spend this hour chatting with Ben Atkind of the band Goose. Ben is a relatively recent convert to Phish fandom thanks to his friends in Goose's inner-circle. We chat with Ben about Goose's rise to fame in the las 18 months, his impression of Phish as a trained mus...

Welcome back! In another collaboration with our friends at Under the Scales and Beyond the Pond, we're turning our attention to November 1995. Jonathan, Matt, Brad and RJ each chose one jam that we thought captures the spirit of the month, and we talk the tour overall, some other special moments, why Jonathan is a parrothead, and more. Here is our November 1995 playlist. Here are the tunes Jonatha...

The Harder They Fall 2000! This month, we join our friends at Under The Scales and Beyond The Pond in looking back at the Fall 2000 tour and the end of Phish 1.0. Here on HFPod, we’ll focus on the last week of the tour, in October of 2000. Our friend Justin Bruce, who has been listening to every show since the start of 1999, fills us in on these shows and how they fit into the context of the new m...

Happy Birthday, Trey!   This week, we keep it simple by celebrating Trey Anastasio’s birthday and recognizing some of our all-time favorite “Trey Moments.” Join us for a listen back at four very tasty segments of Trey playing that have inspired us over the years.    THE HARDER THEY FALL 2000: We will be back on October14th as we join forces with Under The Scales and Beyond The Pond to bring you a...

This week, we’re revisiting an episode from early 2018 when our friend Ben joined us to discuss the best first sets Phish has played. We talked about what makes a great first set, how the amazing moments in first sets have evolved over time, and finish by talking about the state of the band just after the monumental year of 2017 came to a close.  This episode has been remixed from the original rec...

This week, we look back on the 10th anniversary of the Summer 2010 tour. Has it been overlooked? Was it better or worse than early 3.0 years? The gang debates this while sharing a few choice nuggets from the tour. Here’s the playlist we developed for this tour. Enjoy! Check out our newest sponsor, Grady's Cold Brew and try out their cold brew kit. Perfect for summer sipping! Use promo code HFP20 f...

Matt and Jonathan chatted with Sadler Vaden, guitarist for The 400 Unit and a solo artist in his own right. The guys talk with Sadler about his musical upbringing, playing with Jason Isbell, the East Nashville music scene, and of course, Phish. Check out Sadler's new album ANYBODY OUT THERE? as well as his live albums on Bandcamp. Check out our newest sponsor, Grady's Cold Brew and try out their c...

We are back to discuss the new Trey Anastasio album, Lonely Trip. This 15-song quarantine album provided us with a ton of great new music, and a lot to dig into and discuss. Brad and RJ talk about the music and lyrics, the influences, and tell some stories along the way. Oh, and there's music. We hope you enjoy. Check out our newest sponsor, SynLawn, and enter the contest to win a free putting gre...

This week, Matt and RJ go deep on “TAB 1.0,” looking at Trey’s band from 2001-2003. We go through tour by tour, play a lot of songs, and talk about what changed along the way. Shout out to Jamstreams, the best way to listen to shows from this era. Hope you enjoy—and don't forget to weigh in on Matt and RJ's haircut controversy. Check out our newest sponsor, SynLawn, and enter the contest to win a...