Universally Speaking: The Red Hot Chili Peppers Podcast

We and our, we and our, we and our, we and our friends! In Part 1 of this conversation, the brothers are joined by Aidan Hampson and A-Mase to talk all things Chili Peppers with the brilliant Red Hot Chili Jam. Genuinely lovely men who love to rock to the beat of the fabulous forum. Part 2 to follow in a few weeks.

The Brothers make a glorious Easter return to discuss the second half of the bands debut album. Buckle in, Buckle up and Buckle Down! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universallyspeakingrhcp_pod/ Read ‘Me and My Friends’ - The World’s #1 RHCP Newsletter - Subscribe here: htt...

The Brothers look back at Unlimited Love as it approaches it's fourth birthday, and muse on the musings of the Fabulous Pete Moore. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universallyspeakingrh...

The Brothers are joined by some festive friends for the annual quiz battle between the Creamy Cops and the Tangled Tigers. Quiz-Meister General, Sam Sheperd hosts a very special Quizmas special as Aidan and A-Mase join the super competitive Brothers in a battle (ship) for the ages - can the Tangled Tigers pull it back to 3-1 or will the Creamy Cops take a 4-0 lead? All will be revealed my friend.....

The Brothers are joined by podcast friends from all over the world as they, and the Fabulous Forum, debate what is the best four song run in RHCP history. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.co...

It's only taken 129 episodes, but here we are - the Brothers finally talk about the band's 1984, self-titled debut album! Brilliantly assisted by Aidan, JJ and Koen, the two sweetest of peas take you back to the place where it all began... We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universall...

The Brothers explore the songs that came out of the 2003 Greatest Hits sessions. And drink beer. And Sam has a pizza. It's all very professional... We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/unive...

The Brothers continue their mission to celebrate the music of the Red Hot Chili Peppers by ranking the album closers. Will they use Sir Psycho instead of They're Red Hot? Will they include Hey? Listen and find out... We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twit...

The Brothers listen to, and discuss, the 2001 Dave Navarro solo album Trust No One for the first time. They are ably assisted by FPM (Fabulous Pete Moore) who knows it inside-out. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben:...

The Brothers go deep into one of the most iconic songs of the bands career. Album, video and live versions are all here. Come join us as we celebrate the Red Hot Chili Peppers! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: ht...

It's officially Christmas! The Brothers are joined by quizmaster extraordinaire Sam the Quiz Man, Aidan Hampson and A-Mase for the 3rd annual RHCP Quizmas Spectacular! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www...

The Brothers and Aidan Hampson continue to debate the best Flea Bass parts from Cali, BTW and Stadium. The goal? To compile the ultimate top 10! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universa...

The Brothers are joined by Bass Guitar Legend Aidan Hampson to debate the best Flea Bass parts from Cali, By The Way and Stadium. The best news? Aidan brought his Bass! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://ww...

The Brothers look at the final four tracks on Mothers Milk, and give their thoughts on the album as whole. They also sing Soul to Squeeze in the operatic style. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instag...

The Lads celebrate a great show from the end of the bands 2023 live era - and drink a few cheeky beers to boot! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universallyspeakingrhcp_pod/ Read ‘Me and...

The Brothers take on a gargantuan task. After four episodes, over nine and a half hours breaking down BSSM song-by-song, the lads, joined by listeners, ambassadors and contributors, create the ultimate podcast ranking for the album that many see as the bands defining work. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: B...

DEADLINE FOR BSSM RANKING LISTS IS FRIDAY 5 APRIL 2024: Email rankings to bentownsendmusic@hotmail.com: The Brothers listen to the last five songs on Blood Sugar Sex Magik, and come to the conclusion that they really like the Red Hot Chili Peppers. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/u...

Someone call a Plumber, Frusciante's recording water again! The Brothers dive deep in to the second half of To Record Only Water, and finally talk about Fallout. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.insta...

The Brother turn on the Frusciante taps full-bore as they luxuriate in a bath full of John, and listen to the first half of To Record Only Water for Ten Days. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagra...

The Brothers don their rain coats and head off to Fuji to enjoy what was to be Dave Navarros last gig with the band. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universallyspeakingrhcp_pod/ Read ‘M...

The Brothers take a near comprehensive look at the videos from the wonderful album I'm with You. They also come close to rugging off Bon Jovi... We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universa...

Merry Quizmas Everybody! The Brothers are once again joined by Aidan Hampson, A-Mase and The Quiz Master General, Sam Shepherd, for a quiz on all things Chili Peppers. It's the Tangled Tigers vs The Lady Cops, let the madness begin! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp S...

The Brothers look back at some of the lesser played tracks from the Stadium Arcadium era, and have a blooming good time whilst doing so! We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twitter.com/stacktownsend Instagram: Ben: https://www.instagram.com/universallyspeak...

The Brothers enjoy a wonderful live show from Hamburg in 2002 whist debating the ingredients of a Frusciante cake and trying to sing I Could Die For You. Settle into a comfy chair and come and enjoy the show with us. We are part of the Deep Dive Podcast Network: https://twitter.com/DeepDivePodNet Follow us on the good old socials: Twitter: Ben: https://twitter.com/universallyrhcp Sam: https://twit...

The Brothers are honoured to be joined by music journalist extraordinaire, Simon Harper to talk about his experience interviewing various members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers! Interview 1: Anthony Kiedis 2003 Interview 2: Chad Smith 2009 Interview 3: Anthony Kiedis and Chad Smith 2011. The  cover pic  for this interview had already been chosen before it became clear that Chad would be jo...