Episodes

  • Take Me Back to My Happy Land - Chris Raub
    Aug 20 2021

    Chris Raub joins the show today to share his experience as a ska fan and musician from the 90's through today. For me, hearing from truly talented musicians on what stands out the most about ska is fascinating.

    We also discovered that we were both at the same Aquabats show I talked about in Episode 3!

    •Chris has his own podcast that you can check out!
    https://www.therecoveryjunkies.com

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    Series Episode 6

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Ska, Filmmaking, & PBS w/ Patrick Boberg
    Aug 13 2021

    Patrick Boberg joins this week to talk about his ska journey, playing in bands, working in the world of film/video, and crafting the delicate tune that would become this podcast's theme.

    •Connect with Pat!
    ResponsiblyWild.com
    @PatBoBomb

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    Series Episode 5

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Riding the Waves of Ska!
    Aug 6 2021

    Mike's back and this time he's been doing some research to take us on a journey through the different "waves" of ska, beginning with early roots in 1940's Jamaica all the way through the current scene and everything somewhere in the between.

    •The Spotify playlist from this episode

    •Check out Mike and his Bands:
    The Toy Yodas
    Good Luck Ugly!
    Holy Schnikes 

    @mikethealvarez on Twitter

    •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
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    Series Episode 4

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • How The Aquabats Changed My Life with One Show
    Jul 30 2021

    This week I want to take a trip back in time to October 25, 2002 when I went to an Aquabats concerted that literally altered the course of my life and set me on the path to be where I’m at today. It was an incredible experience that solidified The Aquabats and ska as not just something I enjoy, but a core part of my DNA. That sounds scientific. 

    The reason for sharing this story is to explore the insanely profound impact that music can have on someone. If you’ve had a similar experience or a thought that you want to share– heck, if your were even at this same show– I’d love to hear from you. 

    •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
     ska@himynameistom.com 

    🎶  🎺 Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez

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    Series Episode 3

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    51 mins
  • A Lifetime of Ska & Simpsons (Skampsons?) w/ Mike Alvarez
    Jul 23 2021

    The Ska Journey continues with Mike Alvarez, one of my best friends for nearly 20 years, professional music educator, and active musician in the ska scene. Last week I shared how ska came into my life, and now I want to hear another story about what happens when you discover ska during your formative years and how it can impact every other part of your life. 

    •Check out Mike and his Bands:
    The Toy Yodas
    Good Luck Ugly!
    Holy Schnikes 

    @mikethealvarez on Twitter

    •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
     ska@himynameistom.com 

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    Series Episode 2

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    59 mins
  • How Ska Changed My Life - The Ska Podcast Premiere!
    Jul 15 2021

    It’s the inaugural episode of The Ska Podcast! To kick things off I thought it’d be a good idea to dive into my personal “ska journey”. Everyone has a unique story of how hugely influential things came into their lives, and this is mine. Hopefully this gives you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that I love ska music and how it’s been wildly influential throughout my life. 

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    Series Episode 1

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    43 mins
  • It's The Ska Podcast Trailer!
    Jul 10 2021

    Hi! My name is Tom and this is The Skacast, a podcast about ska. If you're listening to this: hello! Also: how?! I have not yet shared this link anywhere, but I'm glad you're here. Once the first episode drops next week be sure to pick it up

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    2 mins