
Sappenin’ Podcast with Sean Smith
Presented by Emo’s Not Dead. Sean Smith, frontman of recently-reunited Welsh gold-selling emo rock band The Blackout, and Morgan Richards, international music journalist, team up to bring you a podcast full of exclusive insight, chaos and laughter, with star studded guests from every corner of entertainment. Take a look behind the scenes with your favourite musicians, wrestlers, comedians, drag queens, actors, industry names and more! Find out Sappenin’ this week. New episodes available every Friday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jun 5, 2025 • 42min
EP. 341 - Nate Barcalow (Finch)
Project Mayhem. Finch vocalist, heartfelt lyric genius and meditation guru, Nate Barcalow, is our guest on Episode 341 of Sappenin' Podcast! The post-hardcore vs emo poster model, breaks his media silence with exclusive explanations into the bands stop start tenure, new music vs unreleased albums and apologising to his own fans. In this conversation, Barcalow opens up on their scene legacy, the cultural impact of their debut album 'What It Is To Burn', mixed relationships with those songs, wanting to move on, real life stumbling blocks, trying to give the band a fresh chance, nostalgia tours, preparing to release their first new material in over a decade, the Drive-Thru records days, his friendship with Daryl Palumbo (Glassjaw / Head Automatica), Dad chores, finding peace in yoga, solo hiccups, moshing restaurants, UFO sightings, why Mike Patton told him to go home, future blueprint plans, festival memories, Slam Dunk, lyric techniques and more! Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week!Follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpodInstagram: @sappeninpodSpecial thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:Join the Sappenin' Podcast Community: Patreon.com/Sappenin.Kylie Wheeler, Janelle Caston, Paul Hirschfield, Tony Michael, Scarlet Charlton, Dilly Grimwood, Mitch Perry, Nathan Crawshaw, Molly Molloy, James Bowerbank, Amee Louise, Kat Bessant, Kieran Lewis, Alexandra Pemblington, Jonathan Gutierrez, Jenni Robinson, Stuart McNaught, Jenni Munster, Louis Cook, Carl Pendlebury, James Mcnaught, Martina McManus, Jason Heredia, John&Emma, Danny Eaton, RahRah James, Sian Foynes, Evan, Ollie Amesbury, Dan Peregreen, Emily Perry, Kalila Keane, Adam Parslow, Josh Crisp, Vicki Henshaw, Laura Russell, Fraser Cummings, Sophie Ansell, Kyle Smith, Connor Lewins, Billy Hunter, Harry Radford, George Evans, Em Evans Roberts, Thomas O’Neill, Sinead O'Halloran, Kael Braham, Jade Austin, Charlie Wood, Aurora Winchester, Jordan Harris, James Page, Georgie Hopkinson, Helen Anyetta, John Wilson, Lisa Sullivan, Ayla Emo, Kelly Young, Jennifer Dean, Tj Ambler-Shattock, Chaz Howkins, Michael Snowden, Justine Baddeley, David Winchurch, Jim Farrell, Scott Evans, Andrew Simpson, Shaun Croucher, Lewis Sluman, Ellie Gowers, Luke Wardle, Grazyna McGroarty, Nathan Matheson, Matt Roberts, Joshua Lewis, Erin Howard,, Chris Harris, Lucy Neill, Amy Thomas, Jessie Hellier, Stevie Burke, Robert Pike, Anthony Matthews, Samantha Neville, Sarah Maher, Owen Davies, Bethan Downing, Jessica Tiernan, Danielle Oldershaw, Samantha Bowen, Ruby Price, Jule Ferl, Alice Wood, Billy Parmiter, Emma Musgrave, Rhian Friggens, Hannah Kenyon, Patrick Floyd, Hayley Taylor, Loz Sanchez, Cerys Andrews, Dan Johnson, Eva B, Emma Barber, Helen Macbeth, Melissa Mercury, Joshua Ryan, Cate Stevenson, Emily Moorhouse, Jacob Turner, Madeleine Inez, Robert Byrne, Christopher Goldring, Chris Lincoln, Beth Gayler, Lesley Dargie-Walker, Sabina Grosch, Tom Hylands, Andrew Keech, Kerry Beckett, Leanne Gerrard, Ieuan Wheeler, Hannah Rachael, Gemma Graham, Andy Wastell, Jay Smith, Nuala Clark, Liam Connolly, Lavender Martin, Lloyd Pinder, Ghostly Grimoire, Amy Hogg.Diolch and Thank You x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 2025 • 1h 47min
EP. 340 - Slam Dunk Festival 2025 (A Day To Remember, Alkaline Trio, The Used, Neck Deep, Frank Zummo, As It Is, Greywind, Sweet Pill)
Zayna Youssef, a member of Sweet Pill, shares exciting tales from their recent performance at Slam Dunk Festival after signing to Hopeless Records. Frank Zummo, formerly of Sum 41, discusses his transition to Electric Callboy and his passion for European festivals. Ben Barlow of Neck Deep reflects on their recent tour in Japan and Asia, celebrating memorable gigs. The guests reunite over nostalgic festival vibes, backstage stories, and the tight-knit music community that fuels their journeys.

May 23, 2025 • 1h 11min
EP. 339 - Jordan Pundik (New Found Glory)
Jordan Pundik, the energetic vocalist of pop-punk band New Found Glory, shares his journey as a tattoo artist and coffee distributor. He opens up about band member Chad Chilbert’s health challenges while discussing the preparation for their latest album and the Slam Dunk Festival. From humorous anecdotes about family trips and Pokémon card obsessions to insights on the evolving music scene, Jordan captures the spirit of creativity and collaboration. His passion is evident as he reflects on their legacy and the connections forged through music.

May 15, 2025 • 1h 17min
EP. 338 - Dani Winter-Bates (Bury Tomorrow)
Dani Winter-Bates, the dynamic vocalist of metalcore band Bury Tomorrow, juggles his music career and a role in mental health for the NHS. He shares his journey of transformation and the band's exciting evolution since lineup changes. Dani also dives into meaningful songwriting, chaotic touring tales, and the importance of community support for mental well-being. With nostalgic anecdotes and a focus on camaraderie, he reflects on how embracing growth has shaped his identity both on and off the stage.

May 8, 2025 • 1h 23min
EP. 337 - Emo's Not Dead with Matt Cutshall (Your Broken Hero)
Matt Cutshall, a viral internet comedian and musician known for his 'felt emo might delete' videos, joins the conversation to discuss his role as captain of the Emo's Not Dead cruise. He shares his love for the emo scene, recounting hilarious moments with bands like The Used and Underoath. Matt opens up about the challenges of mental health, the power of laughter, and the thrill of surprise performances. He also reflects on his creative journey, upcoming festivals, and the joy of connecting with fans through music.

May 1, 2025 • 54min
EP. 336 - Bryan Danielson fantasy books AEW Forbidden Door: London (All Elite Wrestling)
Join the legendary Bryan Danielson, one of the greatest technical wrestlers of all time, as he discusses his career, including a heartfelt look back at his iconic Wembley Stadium match. He shares insights on his new roles in AEW, mentorship, and the fantasy booking of dream matches. Bryan also dives into personal stories about family celebrations, unrecognized wrestling gimmicks, and even playful banter about pop culture crossover with Taylor Swift. Expect humor, wrestling anecdotes, and a passion for the sport that will keep you entertained!

Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 7min
EP. 335 - Silverstein: 25 Years of Noise with Shane Told
Shane Told, the charismatic vocalist of Silverstein and host of Lead Singer Syndrome, celebrates 25 years of the band's impactful noise. He shares behind-the-scenes secrets, discusses managing the pressure of being a frontman, and his journey through mental health challenges. The conversation touches on the exciting release of two new albums, creative collaborations, and even memorable fan tattoo mishaps. With a mix of humor and heartfelt stories, Shane reflects on the evolution of emo and the importance of community within the music scene.

Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 17min
EP. 334 - Brian Dales (The Summer Set)
Brian Dales (The Summer Set) exclusively talks about the bands new album 'Meet Me At The Record Store', UK tour celebrations and his famous pop-culture lyrics on Episode 334 of Sappenin' Podcast! Turn it up and join Sean and Morgan to find out Sappenin' this week!Follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @sappeninpodInstagram: @sappeninpodSpecial thank you to our Sappenin' Podcast Patreons:Join the Sappenin' Podcast Community: Patreon.com/Sappenin.Kylie Wheeler, Janelle Caston, Paul Hirschfield, Tony Michael, Scarlet Charlton, Dilly Grimwood, Mitch Perry, Nathan Crawshaw, Molly Molloy, James Bowerbank, Amee Louise, Kat Bessant, Kieran Lewis, Alexandra Pemblington, Jonathan Gutierrez, Jenni Robinson, Stuart McNaught, Jenni Munster, Louis Cook, Carl Pendlebury, James Mcnaught, Martina McManus, Jason Heredia, John&Emma, Danny Eaton, RahRah James, Sian Foynes, Evan, Ollie Amesbury, Dan Peregreen, Emily Perry, Kalila Keane, Adam Parslow, Josh Crisp, Vicki Henshaw, Laura Russell, Fraser Cummings, Sophie Ansell, Kyle Smith, Connor Lewins, Billy Hunter, Harry Radford, George Evans, Em Evans Roberts, Thomas O’Neill, Sinead O'Halloran, Kael Braham, Jade Austin, Charlie Wood, Aurora Winchester, Jordan Harris, James Page, Georgie Hopkinson, Helen Anyetta, John Wilson, Lisa Sullivan, Ayla Emo, Kelly Young, Jennifer Dean, Tj Ambler-Shattock, Chaz Howkins, Michael Snowden, Justine Baddeley, David Winchurch, Jim Farrell, Scott Evans, Andrew Simpson, Shaun Croucher, Lewis Sluman, Ellie Gowers, Luke Wardle, Grazyna McGroarty, Nathan Matheson, Matt Roberts, Joshua Lewis, Erin Howard,, Chris Harris, Lucy Neill, Amy Thomas, Jessie Hellier, Stevie Burke, Robert Pike, Anthony Matthews, Samantha Neville, Sarah Maher, Owen Davies, Bethan Downing, Jessica Tiernan, Danielle Oldershaw, Samantha Bowen, Ruby Price, Jule Ferl, Alice Wood, Billy Parmiter, Emma Musgrave, Rhian Friggens, Hannah Kenyon, Patrick Floyd, Hayley Taylor, Loz Sanchez, Cerys Andrews, Dan Johnson, Eva B, Emma Barber, Helen Macbeth, Melissa Mercury, Joshua Ryan, Cate Stevenson, Emily Moorhouse, Jacob Turner, Madeleine Inez, Robert Byrne, Christopher Goldring, Chris Lincoln, Beth Gayler, Lesley Dargie-Walker, Sabina Grosch, Tom Hylands, Andrew Keech, Kerry Beckett, Leanne Gerrard, Ieuan Wheeler, Hannah Rachael, Gemma Graham, Andy Wastell, Jay Smith, Nuala Clark, Liam Connolly, Lavender Martin, Lloyd Pinder, Ghostly Grimoire, Amy Hogg.Diolch and Thank You x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 21min
EP. 333 - Shane Greenhall (Those Damn Crows)
This week, Shane Greenhall, the vibrant vocalist of Those Damn Crows, takes listeners on a wild ride reflecting on the band's evolution from Welsh dive-bars to major arenas. He shares hilarious anecdotes, such as a mishap with football legend Michael Owen and a life-changing dream inspired by a kettle. Shane delves into the creative process behind their new album, touching on the magical unpredictability of inspiration, including a comical encounter with a seagull. Get ready for a blend of humor, spirituality, and rock 'n' roll passion!

Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 16min
EP. 332 - Jack Wilson (Kid Kapichi)
Jack Wilson, the charismatic vocalist of Kid Kapichi, dives into the evolution of punk and the need for genuine connections in music. He shares exhilarating stories from performing with legends like the Sex Pistols and reflects on the importance of kindness in the industry. From hilarious tour mishaps to insightful discussions on genre fluidity, Jack emphasizes authenticity over streaming metrics. Plus, he reveals how a life-changing trip to Glastonbury shaped his music journey and hints at thrilling new releases on the horizon!