Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast

This week Jesse had some technical difficulties and the first half of the discussion he had with Dawn was so garbled you couldn’t understand it.  It cleared up about halfway.  We wanted to share that part that was clear with you and we hope you enjoy it as much as Jesse and Dawn did recording it.  Dawn and Jesse will be recording a 2nd episode soon.   Dawn’s twitter – @dawnbranciforte Jesse’s twit...

B-Side Special - Glenn Frey Remembered   Here is hoping that this is the last one of these we record for a while.  Today Jesse is joined by Rosemarie Fullerton and they talk about the life, the music and the legacy of Eagle Co Founder Glenn Frey.  They share stories, some music and read tributes sent in by Colleen McNamara, Niki Rocks You, Kerri Clancy Walton and Dylan "Macca" McManus.   Rosemarie...

B-Side Episode 7 - Jimmy Aquino   On another B Side episode, Jesse is joined by long time podcaster Jimmy Aquino.   Jimmy has been hosting Comic News Insider for over 650 episodes going all the way back to 2005. (Jimmy was recording while on cold medicine and when he said 2015, he meant to say 2005).  They talk about Jimmy's love of music, his time in musical theater and their mutual love of Natal...

Jesse is still feeling the magic and the joy of attending the opening night of The River Tour 2016 in Pittsburgh on Saturday January 16th.  In this episode he shares his thoughts about the show, some adventures he had in traveling and recordings from some fellow fans before the show.  Thanks Audrey Hunn, Uma Bode, Amy Lee Myers are just a few of the fans that shared their thoughts with me. Twitter...

B-Side Special - David Bowie Remembered   The world is morning the passing of David Bowie. In a special cross over episode of 80’s Reboot Overdrive & Set Lusting Bruce, Jesse is joined by John Maggiore to talk about John’s love of Bowie’s music, the legacy left by David and how the world is a little sadder now.  Also included are thoughts from friends of the podcast including Bob Bland, Wendy Hemb...

B-Side Episode 6 - Mike Blanchard, Daryl Hall, and John Oates   On today's B-Side episode of Set Lusting Bruce, we have fellow podcaster Mike Blanchard talking about his love of the successful 80's duo Daryl Hall and John Oates. They discuss Daryl's internet show, the duo's solo work and Mike performing a song back in the day.     Mike's Twitter @TFG1Mike Jesse's Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Learn mor...

Ep 24 Super-Fan Ali Scales - Set Lusting Bruce   It's a new year Bruce Buds and Jesse is back talking to super fan Ali Scales. She's at 216 shows and counting.  They talk her Bruce journey, what country she hasn't seen Bruce in, her favorite tour and there may be a Jesse/Ali - torial about the reaction of some Bruce fans about the new tour.     Ali's Twitter - @a4evanygirl Jesse's Twitter @JesseJa...

Jesse is busy learning a new job but he did want to sent out a short Christmas message.  He’s also planning on being at the Pittsburg show and wants to record a live podcast preshow.  If you are going to Pittsburgh and would like to join him, please reach out to Jesse. Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s an all Cajun Set Lusting Bruce episode where fellow Louisianan Chris joins Jesse to talk the frustration of being a #Brucebud living in the south, sneaking in #Springsteen songs during Chris’ gigs performing and the affection New Orleans feels for Bruce due to his Jazz Fest appearances. If you want to share your Springsteen story, please email the show at SetLustingBruce@gmail.com Chris’ Twit...

Today is Jesse is joined by Jennifer all the way from The Netherlands.  Jennifer shares her #Springsteen journey, being the cool Aunt, meeting members of the E Street Band and of the E Street Nation.  If you want to share your Springsteen story, please email the show at SetLustingBruce@gmail.com Jennifer’s Twitter -  @silverwyvern99 Jesse’s Twitter - @JesseJacksonDFW Show’s twitter @SetLustingBruc...

It’s time for another “B-Side” episode of Set Lusting Bruce. This time Jesse sets the control on the wayback machine to that rocking decade of the 80’s and is joined by Rose.  They talk the magic of early MTV, ask the question if they are Baby Boomers and how at times they both can’t shake off their upbringing.  They do feel like they were separated at birth.  Rose’s Twitter - @80sMusicGirl Jesse’...

In today’s episode Jesse is joined by fellow Texan Wendy Parnell.  They take a detour to talk Doctor Who, how the number of Springsteen shows you’ve attended is not necessarily a good gauge on your level of fandom, a Springsteen intervention and Wendy’s writing which are books with heart and books with soul, books inspired by Rock ‘n’ Roll.  (A perfect holiday gift for the music fan on your list)...

This episode it’s a two famous names episode Jesse Jackson is joined by Mike Nichols (not the politician and not the film director).  They talk about Mike going to over 30 shows on the Working on a Dream tour, being at the Superbowl Halftime show, a Garry Tallent solo release and how Mike’s Bruce fandom preceded his family connection to the E Street Band. Mike is not big on Social Media but you ca...

This week Jesse is joined Lawrence Kirsch publisher of two books of Bruce Springsteen photographs.  They talk the Darkness Tour, Lawrence’s career as a Photographer and how one night he gave Bruce the shirt off his back. Lawrence’s website http://www.thelightindarkness.com/home/ Lawrence’s Twitter @KirschComm Jesse’s Twitter @JesseJacksonDFW Show’s twitter @SetLustingBruce Learn more about your ad...

B-Side Episode 4 - Phil and the Foo Fighters In this episode Jesse is joined by fellow comic book fan and Southgate Media podcaster Phillip Perich to talk about his favorite band, The Foo Fighters.  Phillip is the cohost of many of Southgate Media’s comic book podcasts including Before the Bat:The Gotham podcast; The Flash/Arrow power hour podcast and World’s Finest (DC) review podcast. Phillip’s...

Ep 18 Karen - Set Lusting Bruce Happy Thanksgiving Week to all Bruce Buds everywhere.  In this episode Jesse is joined by Karen.  They talk the healing power of Bruce’s music, how there is magic in the night and their hopes for a Chicago stop in the next tour.  Below are the links to Karen’s Bruce store.  If you mention Set Lusting Bruce you get 10% off your order.  www.etsy.com/shop/borntolovebru...

On this B-Side Episode of Set Lusting Bruce, it’s a family affair.  Jesse is joined by Ryan who is the leader of a up and coming Austin band called The Nightowls.  They talk Wedding Receptions, putting together a 10 piece band and how being the band leader is often more about scheduling bathroom breaks and room assignments then performing.    Ryan’s Twitter - @The_Nightowls The Nightowls  webpage...

In this episode Jesse is joined by Andre who shares his experience being a Bruce fan from Canada. They talk Summer Camps, bringing down the high school network and the 9/11 tragedy from a Canadian perspective.  Andre’s email - aprevost@ualberta.ca Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Show email address SetLustingBruce@Gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Jesse is joined by Doris who’s been a fan of Bruce since she was 17 driving her Camaro around Jersey. She shares her personal journey of fighting illness, connecting with Bruce Buds all over the world and getting her perfume all over Bruce when she met him.    Doris’ Twitter  - @grateful822 Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW   Please rate and review us on iTunes, it helps people fi...

Kevin joins Jesse to talk about Pink Floyd, his father and how he’s passing on that legacy to his children.   Kevin’s Twitter - @theswamppit Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Jesse on the 15th episode of Set Lusting Bruce is Peter Chianca who blog Blogness on the Edge of Town is mandatory reading for all Bruce Buds. Peter and Jesse discuss how to Peter’s parents Huey Lewis & Bruce Springsteen are the same, how Born in the USA continues to be a gateway album & splitting concert time and babysitting duties with your spouse.  We also get into the origins of the bl...

Joining Jesse on this episode of Set Lusting Bruce is Howie Chazanoff.  They talk Barry Manilow, going to the village to look for bootlegs and Chaz adventures when he met the man himself.    Barry Manilow story links http://www.newsfromme.com/pov/col105/ http://www.people.com/people/archive/article/0,,20081402,00.html   Chaz’s Twitter - @SpringNuts Chaz’s Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/gro...

This episode Anita joins Jesse to talk her charity Oscars Angels, dancing with Bruce on stage and the joys of family. http://www.oscarsangels.com/   Anita’s Twitter - @OscarsAngels Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more, subscribe, or contact us at www.southgatemediagroup.com.  You can write to us at southgatemediagroup@gmail.com and let us know what you think.  Be sure to rate us and rev...

In our first “B Side” episode of the show, Wendy joins Jesse to talk about Pearl Jam, choosing shows where other fans may not want to attend & the connection between Eddie & Bruce!     Pearl Jam in Milan Italy 6-20-2014Details about the show including setlist:  http://www.pearljam.com/setlists/1087/2014/22353/san_siro_stadium    No Surrender – Ed solo before the opening band in NJ '06 https://www....

Thanks to the miracle of the internet and working through time zones, Jesse is joined by South African BruceBud Craig. They talk growing up in a country where music is censored, Craig’s moment of truth when he heard Badlands for the first time and a special shout out to Bruce Funds founder Donna.   Craig’s Twitter - @biggestbossfan Jesse’s Twitter – @JesseJacksonDFW   Learn more, subscribe, or con...