

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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Jan 23, 2017 • 1h 18min
Special: CMS Podcast Summit
Chris Akin of The Classic Metal Show hosted the Online Radio/ Podcasters Summit over the weekend. The guests included myself, Mark Strigl of Talking Metal, Victor Ruiz of Mars Attacks, Joe Kleon of Songcast and Jon Drake of Nerfherder Council. The topics included how we got into podcasting, war stories, bad guests, Metallica, Blabbermouth, etc.
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Jan 19, 2017 • 1h 16min
Ep. 84 Gene Hoglan (Testament)
Gene Hoglan calls in to the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Gene and I talk about the new Testament record. We discuss Deloreans. Gene and I go down memory lane and he tells great stories about Slayer and early Metallica. I ask about his time in Dethklok and what its like to play along to a cartoon. This episode was a blast to record.
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Jan 10, 2017 • 1h 26min
Ep. 83 Mina Caputo (Life of Agony)
Mina Caputo joins the podcast this week. Mina and I discuss her journey over the last 9 years. We talk about her willingness to give up her band, friends, family and career to become her true self. Mina also talks about the hypocrisy of the law makers in this country. I ask Mina about the new LOA record and we talk about some classic LOA songs. It was an honor to have her on the podcast.
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Jan 5, 2017 • 1h 10min
Ep. 82 Shawna Potter (War on Women)
Shawna Potter of War on Women calls in this week to talk about their recent tours with Flag and Refused. We talk about War on Women playing Riot Fest and the reunited Misfits. Shawna and I talk a little about Trump becoming president, but most importantly we talk about coming up together in the Nashville local scene in the late 90s.
Music on this episode from War on Women, Refused and The Misfits.
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Jan 1, 2017 • 2h 16min
Ep. 81 Best of Talk Toomey 2016
In this retrospective, I break down each episode of 2016. There are clips from Tony Campos, Bonz, Mike Sarkisyan, Eric Brittingham, Kurdt Vanderhoof, Mark Hunter, Dave Ellefson, Rich Ward, Jim Breuer, Stevie Benton, Robb Rivera, Davey Muise, Sonny Mayo, Glen Benton, Matt Heafy, Kirk Windstein, Max Cavalera, Edsel Dope, Tom Maxwell, Mike Spreitzer, Trevor Phipps and Erik Rogers. Music on this episode from Chimaira, nonpoint, Trivium and nothingface.
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Dec 22, 2016 • 1h 26min
Ep. 80 Chris Czynszak (Decibel Geek)
Chris Czynszak of the Decibel Geek Podcast joins the show this week. Chris and I talk about the origins of his show. We talk about the state of the metal world. Chris and I discuss the Chiefs-Titans game....haha. But most of all we play some Pantera songs and talk at length about the band.
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Dec 15, 2016 • 2h 1min
Ep. 79 Erik Rogers (Stereomud)
Erik Rogers joins the show this week to talk about his early days in music. We talk about the formation of Stereomud. Erik talks about the highs and lows of the music business. We throw in some of our stories from touring together. Erik also answers a question from a Patreon supporter and talks about his new project My Therapy
I go waaaay back in the vault and pull out the interview with Billy Grey that appeared on episode 2.
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Dec 8, 2016 • 1h 29min
Ep. 78 Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple) / Off Our Meds
On this episode of Talk Toomey, I chat with the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and bass legend Glenn Hughes. We talk about his start on bass, his induction in the R&RHOF, Tony Iommi and more. Glenn discusses his new album Resonate and working with Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Also on this episode is a great Black Sabbath discussion with the hosts of the Off Our Meds podcast. Mike, Eric and Daniel had me over to their studio to record a riveting talk about the legendary Black Sabbath
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Dec 1, 2016 • 2h 1min
Ep. 77 Chris Akin (The Classic Metal Show)
Chris Akin of The Classic Metal Show joins the Talk Toomey Podcast this week. Chris and I talk about the evolution of the show from the early days of internet radio to the juggernaut that is The Classic Metal Show. We discuss our thoughts on the great (just ask him) Eddie Trunk. Chris and I go at length on my favorite topic...Pantera. We also break down Cleveland sports, our opinion of Bruno Mars and even talk some Garth Brooks.
Music on this episode from Devil You Know, Pantera, Kataklysm, Metallica, Glenn Hughes and NOFX
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Nov 24, 2016 • 1h 22min
Ep. 76 Saint Dog / The DRP
Former Kottonmouth Kings and DGAF member Saint Dog joins the Talk Toomey podcast. Saint Dog and I talk about his new deal with Force 5 Records. We talk about his roots in hip hop and love of the Beastie Boys, NWA and Cypress Hill. Saint Dog talks about how The Kottonmouth Kings formed, what he did post-KMK and his solo career.
The DRP joins this episode to breakdown the signing of Saint Dog. The DRP and I talk about his time with Primer 55. We discuss the differences in the metal scene as opposed to the underground hip hop scene.
I also give my review of the Five Finger Death Punch show I went to over the weekend.
Music on this episode from The Beastie Boys, Saint Dog, Insane Clown Posse, Trapjaw, Primer 55, 40 Below Summer and Crystal Lake
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