Going Off Track

Actress, comediene, Julieanne Smolinski aka @boobsradley on Twitter, discusses how she became a blogger and reluctant sex columnist, why she would rather play sports than watch them and how she plans on conquering her fear of driving.

Brian Cook of Russian Circles and These Arms Are Snakes, discusses growing up in Hawaii, instrumental rock musicianship and the Clutch fanbase.

Brooklyn based comedian Mike Lawrence nerds the hell out with the dudes of Going Off Track, on comics, wrestling, and why it's okay to not like Led Zeppelin.

Film critic Jack Rico stops by Going Off Track to talk about his website ShowBizCafe.com, what it was like being a weather reporter, plus geeking out as only we like to do.

Jason Shevchuk, singer for Kid Dynamite and None More Black discusses his struggle with stage fright, the journey from fan to frontman and horror movies.

Ray "Raghunath" Cappo of '80s and '90s hardcore acts, Youth Of Today and Shelter, is also known as Raghunath, a respected recognized yoga instructor. He talks about his transition from hardcore to headstands and going to shows at the very beginning of the NYC scene's inception.

Stephen Brodsky of Cave In discusses the band's sonic evolution, what the Boston scene was like in the nineties and how he's managed to reinvent himself yet again with his latest solo EP, "Hit Or Mystery".

Comedian Chris Gethard, host of public access sensation The Chris Gethard Show and author of A Bad Idea I'm About To Do: True Tales Of Seriously Poor Judgment And Stunning Awkward Adventure in an incredibly honest podcast which highlights his battle with depression.

Long Island hardcore icon Arty Shepherd from Mind Over Matter, Errortype: Eleven, Instruction., Gay For Johnny Depp, God Fires Man, Primitive Weapons and UnWed. He's also a co-owner of the Brooklyn Bar Saint Vitus, a venue that's modeled on the shows he grew up playing. We discuss conspiracy theories, the history of Strong Island hardcore, the current state of music and owning a metal bar.

Deafheaven's George Clarke, Kerry McCoy and Daniel Tracy with guest host Russian Circles' Brian Cook, talk about traveling Russia with rap stars, their new album "Sunbather" and more. If you want a unique glimpse into the inner workings of one of the most celebrated acts in the underground, look no further.

Comic writer, animation creator, Joe Kelly talks about his work on Superman, writing faves and working with his collective, Man of Action.

All 3 Oblivians came on for a good ‘old discussion of all things rock, touring, sleeping on the floor, getting drunk, Memphis, BBQ, Deadbolt… A lot of fun, and the largest cast of guests we’ve had in the room with us so far.

Brazilian super-model, Raquel Zimmermann discusses leaving home at 15, meditation, music, psychedelics and then plays a song for us on guitar!

Recorded in front of a live audience at Brooklyn's Union Hall with guests Frankie Iero (My Chemical Romance, Leathermouth, Death Spells), Jenny Owen Youngs, Chris Gethard, and Lyle Preslar (Minor Threat). BONUS: Live performances by Frankie and Jenny!

Trevor Moore from The Whitest Kids You Know came on Going Off Track to talk about his love for Monty Python, Weird Al Yankovic and how he used whiskey to survive opening for Flogging Molly on tour.

Writer Dan Kennedy discusses his debut novel "American Spirit" and his memoirs "Loser Goes First" and "Rock On" along with a certain sex act involving a garden hose.

Williamsburg Yoga instructor and Buddhist, Ralph Craig talks religion, Yoga, music and naked Yoga with the Kardashians.

Freddy Cricien of Madball talks about singing on stage at 7 years old, his brother, Roger Miret of Agnostic Front and the legendary figures of NYC hardcore.

Comedian and writer Eugene Mirman (Bob's Burgers, Delocated) talks about his career, from humble beginnings in the NYC comedy scene to having his own festival named after him and life as a voiceover artist on cartoons like Archer.

Adam Russel and Ryan Phillips from Story of the Year discuss their film, "Who Killed (or Saved!) the Music Industry?" which they are currently in the middle of producing. It promises to be awesome.

James Dewees has played in My Chemical Romance, New Found Glory, The Get Up Kids, Coalesce and his own project Reggie & The Full Effect. He discusses his recent Kickstarter campaign, how music helped him overcome drugs and what it takes to get all of your keyboards to fit onstage.

The Bouncing Souls lead singer, Greg Attonito regales us with tales of punk rock tours, original merchandise by the pound, punk rock bingo, and making music for (little) kids.

Saturday Night Live cast member Aidy Bryant stopped by Going Off Track this week to discuss her riot grrrl roots, what it was like to grow up with the Internet and how comedy took her from Arizona to New York City.

Going Off Track's 50th episode features MTV icon, Matt Pinfield discussing how he started out doing radio shows in his own basement to his experiences hosting the groundbreaking alternative rock series 120 Minutes. Along the way Pinfield explains how he conquered substance abuse and proves why he's rightfully earned the reputation as a musical encyclopedia.

The Used bassist Jeph Howard and guitarist Quinn Allman came by Going Off Track to discuss growing up secular in Mormon country, how they dealt with the band’s explosive rise to fame and trying to keep it all together while supporting a frontman with serious substance abuse issues.