Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

In this week’s episode Jesse borrows one of Bruce Springsteen sings the alphabet’s biggest fans Bella Pori to discuss her Springsteen story.  We talk fandom, the significance of Streets of Philadelphia and Bella’s #LSAT logic game based around NYC Serenade.   Bella’s Twitter @BellaPori Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We start off 2017 with the story of a girl who was born to soon. Jesse is joined by writer Tom French and he shares a special Springsteen story. It’s a story of a little girl born too soon and how love, great medical care, Harry Potter and the music of Bruce Springsteen gave this family a very happy ending. Bring your tissues because this one will bring on tears of joy. Tom’s wife Kelley’s Twitter...

As 2016 comes to an end, Jesse is joined by Steve Milton from Greasy Lake and they talk about this amazing year of Bruce.     Steve’s Twitter @GreasyLake  Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Jesse is joined by Bruce fan Patti Thompson who participated in the 2016 Florida Ironman. She shares her Bruce story, her training journey & how sometimes perusing a goal can be a reward in itself.  Patty’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/patty.a.thompson.1?fref=ts Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Merry Christmas listeners.  Jesse put the call out for people to share their favorite holiday songs and many of his friends, fellow podcasters and fellow Springsteen fans sent in tweets, emails and a couple of voice mails.   Please enjoy a sampling of a wide range of holiday songs!   By the way, it’s been a month or so since Set Lusting Bruce has gotten a new review on iTunes.  It would be the bes...

Today’s episode features the return of Dale Hosack.  Dale and Jesse discuss the 2nd half of Dale’s year of Springsteen shows and discuss a little bit about he and his lovely’s bride’s plans for 2017.    By the way, it’s been a month or so since Set Lusting Bruce has gotten a new review on iTunes.  It would be the best Christmas present (short of Bruce tickets) to have some of you go to iTunes and...

As we continue to make our way through the holiday season, Jesse is joined by Nick “The Philly Elvis” talking about a fund raising event he’s involved in that is helping fight the effects of drug addiction and abuse in the New Jersey area.     https://www.gofundme.com/stand-up-against-heroin-addiction   Lonely this Christmas https://soundcloud.com/user-551378112/lonely-this-christmas-master-1 Nick...

When Texas A&M Student Matthew Aucoin is asked about visiting Philadelphia in September 2016, he is able to brag about more than getting a great Cheese Steak.   In this episode, Jesse talks to Matt and hears his story of playing No Surrender with Bruce and the E Street Band!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9fiU8XwhMw Matt’s Twitter - @Matthew_Aucoinn Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn mor...

This week features another episode with our favorite English Teacher Jay Armstrong (http://writeonfighton.org/) to discuss our favorite rare Springsteen songs. Jay goes deep into the vault and Jesse has his share of lesser known songs as well.  We also discuss the results of our poll, “Does Mary get in the Car?”.   Jay’s Twitter – @writeonfighton Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about...

Jesse Meets Bruce! In today’s episode, Jesse meets Bruce.  Jesse recorded his thoughts on the way down to Austin, got some stories from people in line and then recorded his thoughts after meeting Bruce.  Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Jesse is joined by Aron and he not only shares his Springsteen story but he also has a HBO (Hot Bruce Opinion) about ticket sales. Aron is full of passion for The Boss and for what he thinks some of us are doing to ourselves when we order tickets.  This is a fun one and remember that his advice is coming from a place of love!   Aron’s Twitter - @aronkozin Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonD...

In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Ellen Bren and she shares her Springsteen story.  Her story includes her getting horrible news right before her wedding, her ultimate triumphant journey and her meeting with Bruce at a bookstore appearance.  Please enjoy Ellen’s story and join her in giving thanks!   Ellen’s Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ellen.bren?fref=ts Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJackson...

JB Clark from Springsteen sings the Alphabet http://alphabeticalspringsteen.com/ shares his gratitude post.   JB’s Twitter @lettersclark Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 71 Stan    Happy Thanksgiving week!  In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by repeat guest Stan Goldstein.  Stan shares his Springsteen story and talks about the origins of his tour book and business.  Stan is filled with joy and his Springsteen tour is truly a trip to the holy land for us Bruce fans.   Stan’s Twitter @Stan_Goldstein Njrockmap.com Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more abou...

SLB Book Signing 8 – Lisa   In another episode where Jesse talks to Springsteen fans who were able to attend a Bruce book store appearance, Lisa shares her story of her 2nd meeting with Bruce and how it went better than her first.   Lisa’s Twitter - @JerseyGirl0204 Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 7 - Mark   Former Set Lusting Bruce guest Mark Donald sends his Gratitude Message.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 70 Steve    Today Jesse is joined by music writer Steve Wosaha.  They share Steve’s Springsteen journey.  They talk about first impressions of hearing Greetings and how the early hype for Bruce’s music may have set up unrealistic expectations.  Please download and share the episode.  Please go to iTunes to rate and review the podcast it helps us find new listeners.     Jesse’s Twitter @jes...

WTC Amy Kids who Care – 2 We continue to share stories from our listeners about causes that help to make the world a better place. In today’s episode Amy talks about Kids Who Care, a Fort Worth Texas organization that helps children to develop their artistic and creative side while helping then to learn important leadership skills. You can find out more details at www.kidswhocare.org 817737KIDS (5...

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 6 - Phillip Fellow podcaster and fellow Nightwing fan Phillip calls in to share his gratitude post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Bonus Episode - Dylan   We continue our series of sharing stories from the Springsteen fandom who were able to attend a book store appearance.  Today we are joined by Dylan as he shares his story and his Mom’s story of meeting the man!   Dylan’s Twitter - @maccamcmanus Dylan’s podcast http://maccasrezradio.podomatic.com/ Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Previous guest Candace calls in to share her Gratitude post Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We Take Care of our Own – Jay Special Olympics   It’s the season of giving and Jesse is going to be turning over his podcast platform to friends of the podcast and letting them share about a charity they love and support.  The guest will share why they believe in the cause and how in their own way they are trying to take care of their own.  In the first of what Jesse hopes is many podcast Jay shar...

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 4 – Jeannie   In today’s Gratitude post, recent SLB guest Jeannie shares the thank you letter she wrote to Bruce and dropped it off at the book store appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 3 – Rob Today my podcast leader Rob Southgate shares his gratitude post   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 69 The Return of Peter from Blogness on the Edge of Town - Set Lusting Bruce   In today’s episode Peter Chianca from the great Springsteen blog – Blogness on the Edge of Town returns to talk about the 2nd half of the US River Tour, the autobiography and how Bruce continues to surprise and motivate us.  He also talks about his wonderful tongue in cheek article about us older fans and our love of...