Episodes

Dec. 28, 2020

Awsten Knight (Waterparks)

Finn and Awsten Knight discuss how Waterparks got their start, signing with the Madden Brothers, and more. If your band wants to know how to make it, this is the perfect episode for you. Check out Waterparks on Twitter , …

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Dec. 21, 2020

Anthony Fantano (YouTuber)

Finn Mckenty chats with Anthony Fantano about running a successful YouTube channel, how new creators should approach their content, and more. If you've ever wanted to create content, get ready to take notes! Check out Anthony...

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Dec. 18, 2020

Please stop asking me to make this video

Finn discusses why he won't make certain kinds of videos on his channel, so please stop asking for them. Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitter , Facebook , and YouTube . Follow Finn McKenty on Instagram . Check out …

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Dec. 14, 2020

Allison Hagendorf (Global Head of Rock at Spotify)

Finn sits down to talk to Allison Hagendorf about her journey to Spotify, the state of rock music, and more. She hosts her own podcast, Rock This, and has a vast knowledge of rock music as a whole. Listen to …

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Dec. 11, 2020

What Makes a Successful Podcast?

Deanna Chapman takes over the podcast to answer your questions about podcasts. She dives into what you should focus on when starting a podcast, what makes a successful podcast, and more. Follow Deanna Chapman on Instagram and...

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Dec. 7, 2020

Andre Fili (UFC Fighter)

Finn chats with Andre Fili about how he got into fighting, his outlook on life, and more. Even if you aren't into UFC, this episode covers following your dreams, how people can change, and you won't want to miss out …

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Dec. 4, 2020

I Need to Make Some Changes

It's my turn to make one of those cliched YouTuber videos where I talk about the future of my channel. Thanks to PsychIRL, Ola Englund and Sara Dietschy for inspiring me! Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitter , Facebook …

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Nov. 30, 2020

Matt Saincome (The Hard Times, Outvoice)

Matt Saincome joins Finn on the podcast to dive deep into offering equity to editors, how The Hard Times was started, the best way to start a new company, and so much more. If entrepreneurship interests you, this episode is …

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Nov. 27, 2020

GETTING PUNCHED, MR. TRAPT'S MELTDOWN & MY FAVORITE SHOWS | Viewer co…

Another batch of viewer comments, including: Trapt's Chris Taylor Brown; Billie Eilish charging too much for her livestream; livestreams from Code Orange, Clutch and Underoath; are Crystal Lake and Polaris "buttcore" or metal...

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Nov. 24, 2020

Aaron Marshall (Intervals)

Finn Mckenty and Aaron Marshall dive deep into various forms of revenue stream, keeping up with creating content, and much more. If you're looking for ways to improve your band from a business perspective, take notes! Follow ...

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Nov. 20, 2020

Mental health in music (Deftones guitarist is a flat earther)

Deftones guitarist Stephen Carpenter is a flat earther and anti-vaxxer, according to him on the Sam Tripoli podcast. What does this tell us about the state of mental health in music? What role do fans play in the outcomes of …

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Nov. 16, 2020

Hoya (Madball)

Hoya from Madball joins the podcast to discuss Madball's start, how the hardcore scene has changed over the years, and more. Listen to Madball on Spotify . Follow Hoya on Instagram and check out Casa De Roc . Sponsored by: …

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Nov. 13, 2020

The Corey Taylor Effect

My response to people who tell me that I don't talk about up and coming artists enough: * "The Corey Taylor Effect" (as seen in the headlines of Loudwire) and how it applies to the business press to with Amazon, …

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Nov. 9, 2020

Lil Aaron

Lil Aaron joins the podcast to discuss his latest EP, what it's like working with some artists like Selena Gomez, Kim Petras and Blackbear, his songwriting tips, and more. Check out Lil Aaron on Spotify . Follow Lil Aaron on …

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Nov. 6, 2020

Real Talk with Knocked Loose and ETID's Management

Nick "Biggie" Grimaldi is a co-founder of Good Fight Entertainment who manage bands including Between The Buried And Me, Circa Survive, Knocked Loose, Turnstile and blessthefall among many others. Topics discussed on the podc...

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Nov. 2, 2020

Patrick H. Willems (YouTuber)

Patrick H. Willems joins the podcast to discuss his YouTube channel, creating videos during COVID, how to foster a Patreon following, and more. If you want to start a YouTube channel or have one that you want to grow, this …

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Oct. 30, 2020

Life Advice For Scene Kids and Metal Nerds

Some of Finn's personal life advice for scene kids, metal nerds and pop-bunkers aka "adulting for core kids." He dives into why girls aren't crazy, how to get the job you want, personal finance, why you may need to chill …

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Oct. 26, 2020

Laowhy86 (YouTuber)

Matt "C-Milk" joins the podcast to discuss his time in China and his YouTube channel, Laowhy86. He and Finn dive into the current state of China, what the country's future could look like, and more. Check out Laowhy86 on YouT...

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Oct. 23, 2020

Corporate Social Media Accounts Suck!

Business, company and band social media accounts (mostly) suck! Instead, focus on your personal social accounts. Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitter , Facebook , and YouTube . Follow Finn McKenty on Instagram . Check out Finn...

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Oct. 19, 2020

Tuck O'Leary (Fit For A King)

Finn chats with Tuck O'Leary about Fit For A King and FeaturedX. They dive into dealing with COVID, finding the right manager and team, what FeaturedX is all about, and more. Follow Tuck O'Leary on Instagram . Follow The Punk...

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Oct. 16, 2020

How YouTube changed my career (really fun interview!)

Finn joins Input Doc from Clyde Golden to discuss building a personal brand. He sits down with Tim Yeadon to talk about how he brands himself, how he looks at competition, and more. Check out Input Doc . Follow The …

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Oct. 12, 2020

Tony Lovato (Mest)

Tony Lovato joins the podcast to talk about Mest, how he's handling COVID, DIY learning, and more. Follow Tony on Instagram and Twitter . Listen to Mest on Spotify . Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitter , Facebook , …

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Oct. 9, 2020

Stop Playing the Blame Game!

Inspired by the comments on my video about Hayley Williams of Paramore and Dead Kennedys lyrics about cops, jocks and MTV, I touch on a very important concept in psychology: locus of control! Follow The Punk Rock MBA on Twitt...

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Oct. 5, 2020

URM Podcast with Jesse Cannon and Johnny Minardi

Finn McKenty joins Eyal Levi on the URM Podcast with Jesse Cannon and Johnny Minardi. The guys dive deep into how bands are handling quarantine, knowing where to apply your energy and effort, and much more. Listen to the URM …

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