

Ray Harkins (Taken, 100 Words or Less Podcast)
Sep 19, 2016
Ray Harkins, frontman of the influential band Taken and host of the 100 Words or Less podcast, shares insights into his straight edge vegan lifestyle and the balance between nostalgia and progress. He opens up about how his parents' divorce shaped his upbringing, reflecting on identity and personal beliefs. Harkins also shares hilariously relatable anecdotes from his teenage years, including a memorable house party incident and the origins of Taken, highlighting their lasting impact on the punk scene.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 6min
The Challenges of Scheduling Podcast Interviews
05:35 • 2min
Navigating Identity and Connection in Podcasting
07:30 • 17min
Musical Journeys and Community Connections
24:22 • 16min
Navigating High School Social Dynamics
40:51 • 4min
From Doom Society to Taken
44:58 • 18min
Echoes of Musical Connections
01:02:32 • 13min