Best Contino Podcasts (2025)

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33-Jon Contino of Contino New York 1:11:46

2d ago1:11:46

1:11:46

I speak with Jon Contino of Contino New York. We discuss his history with hardcore, playing in bands, to creating artwork. He discusses his passion for design and how it began at an early age. He reviews his jobs, and how each experience led to him creating album covers, working with professional athletic teams, to designing merchandise for compani…

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#291 Living in a Disney Community - A look at: Celebration, Golden Oaks, Contino, Asteria 21:27

16d ago21:27

21:27

Have you ever wanted to live in Disney? You may not be able to live in the parks but did you know Disney has actually master planned 4 communities you can be a part of? Two even include activities facilitated by Cast Members.By Lets Talk Dis

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#293 Halloween Treats at Disney Springs & Resorts — No Park Ticket Required! 21:21

2d ago21:21

21:21

Think Disney Halloween fun is only inside the parks? Think again! In this episode, we take you on a mouthwatering tour of Halloween treats, drinks, and spooky surprises you can enjoy at Disney Springs and Disney Resorts — all without stepping foot in a theme park. From poison apple piñatas to mummy-wrapped sausages and pumpkin Mickey cones, we’ll s…

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#292 Disney Cruise Embarkation Day Tips: How to Plan, Pack & Board Like a Pro 31:03

9d ago31:03

31:03

Planning a Disney Cruise? Embarkation day can be one of the most exciting—but also overwhelming—parts of your vacation. In this episode, we share step-by-step Disney Cruise tips to make your first day at sea smooth, stress-free, and full of magic. From travel prep and port check-in to exploring the ship and disembarking at the end of your voyage, y…

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32-Dave Campbell and Jon Berg of State of Mind Recordings 1:21:15

9d ago1:21:15

1:21:15

On this episode I speak with Dave Campbell and Jon Berg (Contra, The Path) of State of Mind Recordings. We discuss the labels history, distribution, and upcoming releases. We also review the flood that damaged their merchandise and how they have recovered. Thankfully, they are doing well and discuss how they are stronger as a result of it. State of…

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31-Joey Chiaramonte of Koyo/51st State Records 1:08:19

16d ago1:08:19

1:08:19

On this episode, I speak with Joey from Koyo and 51st State Records. We discuss the bands history, how they write their songs, and the structure of their setlist. He also talks about their upcoming album and tour dates. We also discuss his label 51st State Records and their upcoming releases. The conversation ends with Joey discussing his favorite …

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#290 Waterparks at Walt Disney World 19:31

23d ago19:31

19:31

By Lets Talk Dis

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30-Artie White of Milhouse/Ready For Death 1:12:50

23d ago1:12:50

1:12:50

On this episode, I speak with Artie White. We discuss his musical influences, booking shows across Long Island, and the formation of Milhouse. The discussion also includes how he joined Indecision and their writing process for their LP. The conversation ends with him answering questions on his favorite songs he created, and his top albums. He also …

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#289 Disney Starlight Parade Premier 24:52

30d ago24:52

24:52

The Magic Kingdom proudly premiered this amazing new parade on July 20, 2025. The floats bring all of your favorites Blue Fairy, Asha, Maribelle, Bruno, Elsa, Coco, Pepita, Moana, Tinkerbelle, Peter Pan, Wendy, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, Snow White, Dopey, Princess Aurora & Prince Philip, Cinderella & Prince Charming, Belle & Beast, Tiana & Navee…

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29-Mike Bruno of Iron Chic/Dead Broke Rekerds/Adult Magic 53:59

1M ago53:59

53:59

On this episode, I speak with Mike Bruno of Iron Chic, Dead Broke Rekerds, and Adult Magic. He speak about his history with music and the first show he attended. We discuss Iron Chic's song writing process, how they structure their album tracklist, and how they determine their set list. We also review his other band Adult Magic and what the future …

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#288 Test Track 19:48

1M ago19:48

19:48

By Lets Talk Dis

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28-Dan Alivio of Private Mind/Heaven Records 1:12:01

1M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

On this episode I speak with Dan Alivio of Private Mind. He discusses his history with music, playing guitar, and the formation of his first band. He also reviews how Private Mind formed, their tours, setlist structure, and what the future holds for the band. We also discuss his new label, Heaven Records. He explains their future releases and the i…

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#287 Famous People who worked at Disney 25:03

1M ago25:03

25:03

By Lets Talk Dis

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27-Frank Traficante of Somerset Thrower/Victory Garden 58:07

1M ago58:07

58:07

On this episode, I speak with Frank Traficante of Somerset Thrower and Victory Garden. We discuss his history with music, the formation of the band, and how they structure their set list. The conversation includes Frank reviewing all 10 tracks on their new album, Take Only What You Need To Survive on Smart Punk Records. We also discuss Victory Gard…

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#286 Transportation Facts in Walt Disney World 28:23

2M ago28:23

28:23

By Lets Talk Dis

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26-Popeye Vogelsang of Farside/Calling Hours 1:06:01

2M ago1:06:01

1:06:01

On this episode, Popeye discisses his musical history, Farside’s writing process, his new project Calling Hours, and connecting with Revelation Records. Popeye talks about his career as a voice actor and the new record Calling Hours is working on.By Chris Ruffini

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#285 GEO-82 19:26

2M ago19:26

19:26

By Lets Talk Dis

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25-Lenny Bednarz of Fahrenheit 451/Crazy Eddie 1:32:22

2M ago1:32:22

1:32:22

On this episode I speak with Lenny Bednarz. He discusses his musical history, Without A Cause, the formation of Fahrenheit 451, and their writing process. Lenny discusses their releases, the impact of the NY Hardest Compilation, and playing shows. Lenny also discusses his time in District 9. He also reviews Crazy Eddie, their writing process and wh…

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#284 Cast Names & Name Tags 25:27

2M ago25:27

25:27

By Lets Talk Dis

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24-Rachel Rubino of On The Might Of Princes/Open City 1:18:20

2M ago1:18:20

1:18:20

On this episode, I speak with Rachel Rubino of On The Might Of Princes and Open City. We discuss her musical history, the scene in the late 90s/early 00’s, and how the On The Might Of Princes reunion show developed. We also discuss Open City, their writing process, lyrical themes, and favorite artists. On The Might Of Princes (Instagram): https://w…

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#283 Short Waits & Escaping the Elements at Walt Disney World 20:14

2M ago20:14

20:14

By Lets Talk Dis

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23-Vinnie Caruana of The MovieLife/I Am The Avalanche/Nite Sports 1:34:08

2M ago1:34:08

1:34:08

On this episode, I speak with Vinnie Caruana. We discuss his history with music, writing process, and how he structures his lyrics over songs. The discussion also includes his favorite tours and how each band organizes their set list. Vinnie also announced that I Am The Avalanche are completing their new album for a potential early/late winter rele…

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#282 Disneyland 70th Tours 23:37

3M ago23:37

23:37

By Lets Talk Dis

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22-Dylan Jones of Blind Path Booking/Overcome Fest/Lucky Feeling 1:03:19

3M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

On this episode I speak with Dylan Jones of Blind Path Booking, Dynamic Talent, and Overcome Fest from North Carolina. He discusses his process in booking shows and how the idea for Overcome Fest developed. We also discuss his band Lucky Feeling, their new EP Super Lucky, and what is in store for the future. The interview ends with Dylan discussing…

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#281 Disney's Hollywood Studios Shows 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

By Lets Talk Dis

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21-Brendan Garrone of Incendiary 1:04:17

3M ago1:04:17

1:04:17

On this episode, I speak with Brendan Garrone of Incendiary. We talk about the bands origins, how they structure their album tracklist, writing process, and his lyrical themes. The discussion also includes how they organize their set list, his favorite songs to play live, and what they have planned for the future. The interview ends with Brendan an…

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#280 Disneyland's 70th 26:34

3M ago26:34

26:34

By Lets Talk Dis

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20-Andrew Vacante of Combust 1:06:16

3M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

On this episode, I speak with Andrew Vacante of Combust. We discuss the band's new LP on Triple B Records, Belly of the Beast. We review each track, music, and the theme behind each song. He also discussed their set list structure, writing process, and favorite hardcore records. Combust (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/combustnyhc?igsh=MXVxOH…

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19- J. Curtis Strickland of The T&F Podcast/HellsHeart Merch 1:27:59

3M ago1:27:59

1:27:59

On this episode I speak with J Curtis Strickland of The T&F Podcast and HellsHeart Merch about his history, experiences in acting, and what the future holds. We also discuss his audition for Mission Impossible: Rouge Nation, background in the Navy, and how he established his podcast. The T&F Podcast: https://youtube.com/@thetandfpodcast?si=a4_V9Dk-…

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#279 Summer 2025 in Walt Disney World 18:22

3M ago18:22

18:22

By Lets Talk Dis

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18- Sarah Kuretzky Rossington of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast 56:32

3M ago56:32

56:32

On this episode, I speak with Sarah Kuretzky Rossington of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast. We discuss her history going to shows, the origins of her podcast, and how she blends mental health with her guests. The interview ends with Sarah reviewing her five year plan for her career and podcast. She also answers a list of questions about her favorite…

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#278 A Preview of Universal's Epic Universe 29:21

4M ago29:21

29:21

By Lets Talk Dis

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17- Dean of No Redeeming Social Value 1:20:54

4M ago1:20:54

1:20:54

On this episode I speak with Dean of No Redeeming Social Value. We discuss his history in music, formation of the band, and how they structure their set list. The conversation also includes his favorite tours as a band, the time they played a wedding in Holland, and his favorite records. Instagram (No Redeeming Social Value): https://www.instagram.…

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#277 Snacking in EPCOT 24:17

4M ago24:17

24:17

By Lets Talk Dis

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16-Mat Rienecker of Stand Still/Humankind 1:10:34

4M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

On this episode, I speak with Mat Rienecker of Stand Still and HumanKind. We discuss his origins of hardcore, Stand Still’s writing process, and his new project, HumanKind. We also review his work as a production manager of The Paramount on Long Island, and what the future holds for his bands. Instagram (Stand Still): https://www.instagram.com/stan…

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#276 Galapagos part 2 33:45

4M ago33:45

33:45

By Lets Talk Dis

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15- Sal Lococo of Sworn Enemy 1:02:32

4M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

On this episode, I speak with Sal Lococo of Sworn Enemy. We discuss the formation of the band, writing process, Ozzfest stories, and how they structure their setlist. We also talk about his favorite albums, Castle Heights, and the future of the band. Instagram (Sworn Enemy): https://www.instagram.com/swornenemynyc?igsh=ZmlxbTl2czlscW5q…

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#275 Adventures by Disney - Galapagos 33:50

4M ago33:50

33:50

By Lets Talk Dis

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14-Scott Jarzombek of Tripface 1:14:01

4M ago1:14:01

1:14:01

On this episode I speak with Scott Jarzombek of Tripface. We discuss his musical history, how the band structured their set list, playing shows, and the upcoming re-release of their demo on vinyl. The discussion ends with his career, favorite records, and other topics. Tripface on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2wuG4FTwlu2uHW5v3AlV7d?si=i…

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#274 Adventures by Disney - The Amazon 35:04

4M ago35:04

35:04

By Lets Talk Dis

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13- Jay Reason of Static Era Records 1:20:15

5M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

On this episode I speak with Jay Reason. We discuss his history in music, his time with Voice of Reason/The Distance/Blackened, his work with various labels, and the formation of Static Era Records. The interview ends with Jay speaking on the future of his label, his record store in Connecticut, and his favorite releases. Instagram (Static Era Reco…

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#273 Easter in Disney 19:53

5M ago19:53

19:53

By Lets Talk Dis

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12- Mike Gallo of Agnostic Front 1:02:06

5M ago1:02:06

1:02:06

On this episode of the What Lies Ahead, I speak with Mike Gallo of Agnostic Front. We discuss his history in music, the new Agnostic Front record, and how they structure their set list. We also dive into Gallo Originals and the various art shows he has been featured in over the last couple of years. The conversation ends with asking questions on hi…

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11- Gary Bennett of Kill Your Idols/Murphy's Law/Deathcycle 1:17:23

5M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

In the episode, I speak with Gary Bennett to discuss his musical history, playing for various bands, the formation of Kill Your Idols, and his future plans with each project. We also discuss, his favorite albums, venues, and how KYI structures their set list.By Chris Ruffini

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#272 Food of the Flower & Garden Festival 19:08

5M ago19:08

19:08

By Lets Talk Dis

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10- Nick Picerno of Godseyes 1:06:06

5M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

On this episode, I speak with Nick Picerno of Godseyes. We discuss his history in music, Godseyes releases, tour stories, and what the band has planned for the future. Nick also answers questions on his favorite records, tours, and venues.By Chris Ruffini

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#271 Flower & Garden Festival Highlights 28:09

5M ago28:09

28:09

By Lets Talk Dis

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09- Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo 1:33:47

5M ago1:33:47

1:33:47

On this episode of What Lies Ahead, I speak with Alex Dunne of Crime in Stereo. We discuss his history in music, writing songs, how they structure their set list, and future plans for the band. The interview ends with Alex answering questions on his favorite albums, venues from the 90's, and his label House of Commons.…

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#270 Splittsville 17:09

6M ago17:09

17:09

By Lets Talk Dis

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08- John Scanlon of Miles To Go Presents/Dead Last 58:17

6M ago58:17

58:17

On this episode, I speak with John Scanlon of Miles To Go Presents. We discuss his history in hardcore, booking shows, selecting the right venue, and the newly renovated AMH. We also spoke about his band Dead Last, their releases, tour of Europe, and future plans. The discussion ends with rapid fire questions on promoting, music, and his favorite a…

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