Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

Bonus Episode - Robin The podcast continues it’s walk through the bookstore talking to fans who were able to get their moment in the spotlight talking to Bruce and getting their photo taken at bookstores across the USA (but not in Texas not that Jesse is bitter).  In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Texan Robin.  Robin shares her story of flying off to Sweden for a quick weekend trip to s...

Thanks for all the Fish Episode 2 – John John from Bruce book starts us off with his gratitude message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks for all the Fish -  Episode 1: Jesse   It’s November and many people including Jesse posts a gratitude post each day on their Facebook page.  For each day of November, you take a few moments and share on your page something you are thankful to have in your life.  It could be family, friends, music, food, beverages or even a TV show.  Jesse doesn’t think he can get enough online fans to shar...

In another chapter of the story of fans meeting Bruce at book store appearances, Jesse is joined by Amy Cavanaugh. She shares her Springsteen story where she shares his birthday, her dancing with Bruce during She’s the One before Courtney Cox was even born and her passion for going to see live music.   Amy shares her experience of meeting him and what her message was to Bruce during her six second...

SLB Book 4 Jeannie It’s time for another episode talking to a fan that got to meet Bruce during one of his book appearances.  In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Jeannie Fino.  She shares about taking her daughter to her first show and how she wrote a thank you letter to Bruce that she was able to drop off at the signing.  She also talks about her photo not coming out and getting a 2nd photo tak...

SLB Book 3 – Stan  We continue our series of episodes featuring fans who got to attend one of the Bruce book signings.  In today’s episode Jesse is joined by Bruce historian and Jersey Tour Guild Stan Goldstein.  Stan shares how he was lucky enough to get tickets for not one but two book signings as well as Bruce’s appearance in New York. Stan’s Twitter @Stan_Goldstein Njrockmap.com Jesse Twitter...

SLB Book 2 – Trudie  In our 2nd episode talking to Bruce fans who got to see Bruce during his book appearances, Jesse is joined by Trudie Coleman.  Trudie does a great job of representing the west coast and  more “seasoned” fans.  They also talked about her seeing the Beatles live and their mutual love of the great Harry Chapin. Trudie Twitter @trudeball Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more...

In the first of several Bruce bookstore appearances, Jesse is joined by Kathy Esposito.  Kathy shares her Springsteen story and the special message she wanted to tell Bruce during her “six seconds of contact.”   Kathy’s Twitter @jerseykathy31  Jesse Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 68  Joyce New York Serenade - Set Lusting Bruce   In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by blogger Joyce Bassett.  They talk about Joyce’s blog, her Springsteen journey and how her husband has been her good companion on this part of the ride!   Jesse’s Twitter @jessejacksonDFW Joyce Twitter @joyceB10Bassett Joyce blog - https://brucespringsteenserenade.wordpress.com/author/joycebassett/ Learn...

Ep 67 Jay Thunder Road - Set Lusting Bruce In today’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce Jesse and 3 time guest Jay Armstrong take a trip down Thunder Road.  Jay brings his background as a English teacher and as a writer to explore one of Bruce’s most popular songs. Jay and Jesse consider Thunder Road to be a modern classic both as a song and as a poem.  Robert Frost, Romeo and Juliet, and the movie Not...

Ep 66 Cyrus Set Lusting Bruce   This week Jesse is joined by Professor of Political Science Cyrus Ernesto Zirakzadeh.  Ernie (as his friends call him & I’m honored he included me in that list) wrote a paper called “Bad Lands and Good Lovin’: Bruce Springsteen and the American Pastoral Tradition” which discusses Bruce’s music and the themes covered in those messages.  They do share Ernie’s Springst...

Today is the 67th Birthday of the man himself, Bruce Springsteen.  Here is a quick episode with Jesse reading Wendy Parnell’s wonderful children’s book Born to Run the story of Johnny 99.     https://wendyparnell.com/product/born-to-run/     Our friends over at BruceBook are trying to raise money for a local food back in honor of Bruce’s birthday.  If you have a little something you can spare, it...

  Ep 65 Lee Tramps Like Us Podcast - Set Lusting Bruce   In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Springsteen podcaster Lee McCormack.  His podcast is Tramps Like Us.  They have a great discussion about Lee’s musical background, his Springsteen fandom and Lee’s podcast.   Please check it out and give us a little love on iTunes with a 5 star review!    Jesse’s twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Lee’s t...

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Ep 64 Brandon Blog it all Night - Set Lusting Bruce In this weeks episode, Jesse is joined by Springsteen blogger Brandon Thompson from Blog it All Night.  They discuss this latest set of shows, Brandon’s Springsteen journey and how Brandon started the blog.  Please share with your friends on all social media to help us find more listeners and please remember to go to iTunes and rate and review us...

Episode 63 Mark Donald Set Lusting Bruce   In this episode Jesse is joined by another Canadian Bruce Bud, Mark Donald.  They talk about Mark’s Springsteen journey and how much Mark loves to hear Bruce play that guitar.  Hope you enjoy it.  If you get a chance please go to iTunes to rate and review the show!   Jesse’s Twitter is JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Ep 62.2 Jesse NJ Trip wrap up Set Lusting Bruce   In a final episode for this week, Jesse talks about the set list on the 8/25 show and shares some audio he recorded while tailgating. It was a magical trip and a wonderful show.     Jesse’s Twitter is @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62.1   A short conversation with Jesse and Alli Scales sitting on her porch talking about the trip.  The cover the show and all the wonderful times shared during Jesse and Chris’ visit.   Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Set Lusting Bruce Episode 62   Today’s episode is a short one.  Jesse records some quick thoughts as he gets ready to fly home from his trip to see Bruce at Met Life Stadium and after he toured the Jersey show seeing the Bruce Highlights.  More stuff coming this week!    Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 61 Geoff - Set Lusting Bruce This week Jesse’s traveling to Springsteen Holy Land and attending his first show in the Northeast.  He will be recording audio from the meet ups during the trip but for now, here is a discussion with Geoff Smith a Bruce Fan from down under.  Geoff shares his Springsteen story that started in Scotland and ended up in Australia.  Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Lear...

Ep 60 Jesse Bruce Live Song Wish List - Set Lusting BruceJesse and his son Chris are headed to the swamps of Jersey to attend Bruce’s show on 8/25 in Met Life Stadium.  Like most hard core fans, Jesse has a wish list of songs he’d like to hear during the show.  In this short episode, Jesse puts his request out to the universe hoping that he strikes some song gold and gets one of them during the sh...

It’s been a tough time lately with the political situation and the violence happening in different cities.  It’s easy to be depressed and to embrace the darkness.  In this week’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow podcaster Rob Carmack (Bruce Springsteen sings the alphabet) to talk about songs by both Bruce and other artists that will lift your spirits.  They also talk about tea parties, Rob’s podc...

To make up for no episode last week, here is a 2nd episode for the week.  Jesse is joined by writer Molly Eichel.  She just wrote an article for Philly.com called “I love Bruce Springsteen, and my fiancé loves Phish. How our intense fandom made us fall in love.”  http://articles.philly.com/2016-06-30/entertainment/74098289_1_jesse-bruce-springsteen-phish You know with a headline like that Jesse co...

In this week’s episode of Set Lusting Bruce, we have a passionate fan that loves sharing his music and talking about Bruce. Kenny Rosaler talks about growing up in Jersey, finding Bruce, seeing him at the Stone Pony and how Bruce helped him to find his musical voice.   Kenny’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_9PRtmLBxa_RDYBwhBTVLg Jesse’s Twitter  @jessejacksonDFW Learn more abou...

In this B Side episode of Set Lusting Bruce, Jesse is joined by his sister Rita and the spend a few minutes talking about the music they listened too as they grew up. They also talk about Rita’s musical passion Elvis Presley.  The discuss her favorite songs, visiting Graceland and staying up all night watching Elvis movies at Grandma’s house.  Hope you enjoy this brother/sister podcast.     Rita’s...