

Talk Toomey with Joshua Toomey
Joshua Toomey
In the world of music podcasting, there are basically two categories - podcasts by fans, and podcasts by famed musicians that have reached the pinnacle of success. Somewhere in the middle of that is the Talk Toomey podcast. Hosted by Joshua Toomey, who previously was a member of national recording artists Primer 55, Talk Toomey avoids the pitfalls of fandom and the backslapping glad handing that comes from successful bands shamelessly talking to each other. Instead, you get focused, powerful and real looks into “the inner circle” of being a hard rock/heavy metal band, complete with questions most are too afraid to ask because their experience doesn’t meet or exceed the level needed to ask and relate. Talk Toomey has been regularly hailed as a top show since the onset, being highlighted on sites like Blabbermouth, Brave Words, etc. Talk Toomey is released for music fans free every Thursday!
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Sep 26, 2019 • 42min
Ep.226 Jon Zazula
Jonny Z joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week to discuss his upcoming book "Metal Tales". Jonny and I discuss his roots and what made him want to open a record store, his thought behind signing Metallica and he tells a great Cliff Burton story. He also gives some info on what made him sign Anthrax, Testament, Fozzy, Ace Frehley and more. Jonny is truly a legend.CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 19, 2019 • 45min
Ep. 225 Phil Anselmo
Phil Anselmo returns to the Talk Toomey Podcast for the 4 year anniversary episode. Phil joins the show to discuss En Minor and the future of the band. Phil also discusses the upcoming Philip H Anselmo and The Illegals performing a Vulgar Display Of Pantera sets on the upcoming Slayer tour. We end the interview talking about the New Orleans Saints.CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 12, 2019 • 45min
Ep. 224 Valentino Arteaga (Of Mice & Men)
Of Mice & Men drummer, Valentino Arteaga, joins the Talk Toomey Podcast. We discuss their new album "earthandsky" and what impact touring with Slipknot and Marilyn Manson had on the creative process. Valentino talks about dubstep collaborations and the possibility of more in the future. We end off with some talk about the song "Mushroom Cloud".CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 5, 2019 • 44min
Ep. 223 Scooter Ward (Cold)
Scooter Ward of Cold joins the show this week. Scooter is on to talk about the new Cold album. The Things We Can't Stop is being released Sept 13th via Napalm Records. We also discuss his first meeting Ross Robinson, writing with Rivers Cuomo and getting on stage recently with Breaking Benjamin. CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aug 29, 2019 • 58min
Ep. 222 David Ellefson and Thom Hazaert
David Ellefson and Thom Hazaert sat down with the Talk Toomey Podcast at the RocknPod Expo. Dave and Thom discuss their working relationship and how they met. Dave talks about his time away from Megadeth and working with Peavey. He also recalls rejoining Megadeth and the new dynamic. We talk about his recording of Dystopia and his choice of recording the bass first. Dave also reacts to the news of Chris Adler's Megadeth drum kit burning in the Betraying the Martyrs van fire.Also on this episode is a chat with the promoter of the Full Terror Assault Open Air Fest, Shane Bottens. CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 23, 2019 • 1h 52min
Dimebag Remembered
A few days after what would have been his 53rd birthday, I took to the Uncontrolled Noize airwaves to pay homage to Dimebag Darrell. Chris Akin, Jason Bakken and Ian Wadley all called in to pay their respects and add stories from over the years. We all discussed the tours we saw, the man that he was and where we were when we got the tragic news of Dime's murder. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 22, 2019 • 50min
Ep. 221 Dewey Halpaus (Peer Pleasure Podcast)
Welcome to the Talk Toomey / Peer Pleasure Crossover episode. Dewey and I start our conversation here and end it over on the Peer Pleasure Podcast. We discuss Dewey and his moving from Alaska to the lower 48, his early bands and starting his show. He gives us the backstory on his insane Fat Mike interview. We also discuss podcasting and it filling that creative void. Now go listen to the second part on Peer Pleasure....CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 15, 2019 • 58min
Ep. 220 Rock N Pod 2019 Interviews
These are the interviews that were recorded at RockNPod 2019. First up we have Eerie Von of Danzig followed by Raquel Figlo of Raquel Figlo PR and we finish off with Kenny Olson of Kid Rock. I also give a recap of the expo and all activities associated. The Dave Ellefson and Thom Hazaert interview will be coming soon.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 13, 2019 • 43min
Ep. 219 Mike D'Antonio (Killswitch Engage)
Great chat with Mike D of Killswitch Engage. New album Atonement out this Friday on Metal Blade Records!! We talk all things special guests, art direction and more.CONTACT:Email Talk Toomey Talk Toomey Facebook Talk Toomey Twitter STORE: Talk Toomey Flaming Pentagram Tee Talk Toomey Logo Tee DONATE: Patreon PaypalSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 7, 2019 • 42min
Ep. 218 Mike Dean (Corrosion of Conformity)
Mike Dean joins the show this week to discuss No Cross, No Crown, the 25th anniversary of Deliverance and Reed Mullin. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/talktoomey?fan_landing=true) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.