State of Love & Trust Podcast

Jason and Paul welcome lead singer, guitarist, and founder of James and the Cold Gun, James Joseph to the show. James details the origins of South Wales' loudest band, maximizing his creativity during the COVID pandemic, and recording new music under the stewardship of Pearl Jam's Stone Gossard. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod commu...

Jason and Paul welcome David Gebroe from the podcast Discograffiti to dissect Pearl Jam's Vitalogy record. David discusses the drama, headspaces, and politics that birthed the most eclectic album in Pearl Jam's career to that point. Later, Jason and Paul discuss the three things they are grateful for from 2023. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join...

Jason and Paul welcome Brad bassist Jeremy Toback to the show to discuss his career with the Seattle outfit, the ups and downs of the music business and coming out on the other side with a new musical outlet almost 30 years later. Jeremy discusses in depth, from his perspective, joining Brad and creating their debut record Shame with Regan Hagar, Shawn Smith, and Stone Gossard. Become a Patron Fol...

Jason and Paul welcome Candlebox founder and singer, Kevin Martin, to the show to chat about the legacy of Candlebox, his experience in the Seattle music scene and what comes next. A long yet fruitful and enjoyable conversation with one of rock's most underrated frontmen. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy Pod Merch Becom...

Jason and Paul head back to The Playlist series by discussing their song choices and track listings to honor those who've passed on. Whether you stay solemn and sad or celebration of life style, the options are endless at respecting our loved ones who are no longer with us. Then the guys debate a new What If...Ed never played guitar in Pearl Jam. All that and the Lyric of the Week - Comes Then Goe...

Jason and Paul celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pearl Jam's sophomore record Vs. by re-sequencing it! Some may think it's blasphemous to change the track listing but the guys take that challenge head on. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Crazy Mary. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy Pod Merch Become a Pa...

Jason and Paul welcome back friend of the show and The Sky I Scrape / Red Mosquito legend Stip to discuss how Lightning Bolt has aged over the last decade. Paul and Stip also grill Jason on the Loosegroove Records party in Beverly Hills where he got to meet Stone Gossard. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Sleeping By Myself. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Faceb...

Jason and Paul welcome Sheehan Perera from Concertpants to discuss his Pearl Jam journey, traveling to see the band and documenting live music. Then Sheehan joins the guys to debate the most Essential Song from Gigaton . All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Sweet Lew. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy Pod Me...

Jason and Paul welcome the host of Pearl Jam Radio -- channel 22 on Sirius XM -- Rob Bleetstein to the show! The guys discuss Rob's Pearl Jam origin story as well as how he was able to merge his radio career with that love. Then the guys discuss the 2023 tour and specifically the pair of shows at Austin's Moody Center. All that and Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Out of My Mind. Become a Patron F...

Jason is joined by friend of the show and The Sky I Scrape / Red Mosquito legend Stip live in Austin, Texas! The guys discuss night 1 and debate the band playing states that might not share their political opinions plus what it means to be a touring fan. All that and chats with Bryan Flood and Laura DeMartini from The Wishlist Foundation's pre-party at Scholz Garden in Austin. Check out The Wishli...

Jason and Paul discuss recent postponement of the Indianapolis concert and what it means for the rest of the short 2023 tour. Then they pick the songs they feel a Pearl Jam concert rookie has to hear at their first show. Finally, the guys chat with listener and graphic artist Karen Thygerson about her fandom and what led her to create the podcast's newest contest-winning artwork. Become a Patron F...

Jason and Paul welcome famed audio mixer and engineer, Brett Eliason, to the show to discuss his 30+ year career working with Pearl Jam. From his early days working with Jeff Ament and Stone Gossard in Green River and Mother Love Bone to the evolution of recording, mixing and distributing every official PJ bootleg and everything in between. Brett's expertise is unrivaled. This chat is a must liste...

Jason and Paul get ready for the 2023 fall Pearl Jam tour by debating the best t-shirts and tour posters the band has ever put out. Merch is a historically significant part of the live experience and this run will be no different. Then the guys make some predictions for these nine shows. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Hitchhiker. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us...

Jason is joined by Branden Palomo (Better Band Podcast) and Stip (The Sky I Scrape / Red Mosquito) to play America's new favorite game...The State of Puzzles & Games! It's back to school time and while Paul's internet didn't cooperate (thanks, Hurricane Hilary!) the guys honored school being back in session by minding their ABCs...of Pearl Jam! Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us...

Jason and Paul discuss the best riffs from the 1996 album, No Code. Then the debate the pros and cons of the evolution of the song In My Tree and if the band will continue to re-imagine the track in the live setting. All that and a very special Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Hawaii '78. Donate to help the victims of the Lahaina wildfires Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebo...

Jason and Paul head back to 1994 and discuss memories -- good and bad -- with Jimmy Shoaf from his time as Dave Abbruzzese's drum tech (and other odd touring jobs). Jimmy has stories -- like the time Eddie was left behind on Lollapalooza -- so this is probably one of a few conversations! Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy...

Jason and Paul discuss the opening lines to every song that they feel best encapsulates what the entire song is about. You know, the lyrics that set the table, distill the essence of and define the rest of the song. These are the headlines despite not being the chorus. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Green Disease. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Foll...

Jason and Paul discuss and debate the various side projects the members of Pearl Jam have been involved with and the music they've put out over the last three decades. Ultimately they picked their top...with little overlap! All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Reach Down. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy Po...

Jason sits down with photographer Lance Mercer to discuss his photography career from a teenager in punk show pits to shooting the album covers for Soundgaren's Ultramega OK , Mother Love Bone's Apple , and Temple of the Dog's record to the most inedible images of Pearl Jam and everything in between. Lance details stories about Andy Wood, Chris Cornell, and the members of Pearl Jam. You can watch...

Jason and Paul use inspiration from Stone Gossard's recent comments about the next album being "heavy" by discussing their choices for heaviest songs in the catalog. Then, the guys debate the most overrated and underrated tracks from Gigaton . All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Superblood Wolfmoon. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Joi...

Jason and Paul celebrate America's declaration of independence with another Playlist. This week's theme is Patriotism. The guys also discuss Jeff Ament's comments on the progress of Pearl Jam's next record from his interview with Kyle Meredith. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - I Am a Patriot. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join th...

Jason and Paul welcome Vance and Tony from the bluegrass band Ironhorse. Ironhorse is a quartet from Alabama that has covered some of the best and most popular musicians in music history including Led Zeppelin, Metallica, and Van Halen. Their most recent effort, Pickin' On Pearl Jam , is available to stream everywhere. They discuss their approach to Pearl Jam's music and the process learning about...

Jason and Paul welcome Branden from Better Band Podcast and Stip from The Sky I Scrape / Red Mosquito back to the show. This time the guys discuss what they believe are the most difficult or challenging stretches of songs in the catalog. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Seven O'Clock. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod...

Jason and Paul dissect Kyle Meredith's interview with Stone Gossard. The chat traverses Brad's upcoming releases, the latest with Loosegroove Records, and both new and old Pearl Jam. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - Daughter. Kyle's Interview with Stone Gossard Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod community Buy Pod Merch...

Jason and Paul revisit an episode from 30 weeks ago - song couplets! They've found even more song pairings in a sequel of sorts that might be even more enjoyable than the original! Plus they reveal the winner of the podcast review giveaway. All that and the Lyric and Live Cut of the Week - I'm Open. Become a Patron Follow Us on Instagram Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on Twitter Join the PJ Pod c...