Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

Jared and Mike are joined LIVE via satellite by Gregg Turkington and Erik Paparozzi to discuss their new album; Neil Hamburger Presents: Season Depression Suite! https://archive.org/download/ur-138-pv/UR%20138-pv.mp3

A Goose Caboose, a broken key emergency, a hit and run, three shows…and stick around until the end for a very exclusive special offer (really)! https://archive.org/download/tvtt-32-1/TVTT%2032-1.mp3

Mike is alone. Not ideal!! https://archive.org/download/tvtt-31-1/TVTT%2031-1.mp3

You know…there’ve been times when The Boys have had to overcome great technical challenges and difficulties to bring this quality program to The People, but perhaps none more daunting than today’s episode. Featuring special guest; Bloomington, Indiana living treasure, Nick Romy! https://archive.org/download/tvtt-30-1/TVTT%2030-1.mp3

Ok, now we’re cooking with gas! The technology is basically figured out, more or less. But, all of The Boys had rides home from the show with Their Persons®, so Mike and AD have to carry the entire episode. Lucky for all of us, these two windbags never, ever run out of dumb stuff to say. https://archive.org/download/tvtt-29-2/TVTT%2029-2.mp3

While I wouldn’t call it triumphant, per se, it is technically the return of The Boys! Although, technically speaking, this episode is challenged. But what is life without challenges? Boring. A real fat snoozer. But never fear! This episode is packed with thrilling, exciting, damning challenges and redemption. https://archive.org/download/tvtt-29-1/TVTT%2029-1.mp3

…in which Mike and Jess could maybe benefit from a marriage counselor. Or, at least a few hours sleep. https://archive.org/download/tvtt285/TVTT%2028-5.mp3

After a serious fancy-pants luncheon, Mike and Jess hit the road to make the classic Rock n Roll trek from Chicago (home of Chicago, Smashing Pumpkins, Disturbed, Capn Jazz) to Detroit (KISS, Promotmartyr, Twiztid) https://archive.org/download/tvtt284/TVTT%2028-4.mp3

The haunted ghost of Prince himself smiles down on Mike and Jess as they interact with the fine staff at 7th Street entry before scarfing some Denny’s®, and making their way to Chicago. https://archive.org/download/tvtt283/TVTT%2028-3.mp3

Mike’s mood has turned around after a wonderful time with an old friend. Jess continues to drive, and the equipment continues to be suspect. https://archive.org/download/tvtt282/TVTT%2028-2.mp3

A bunch of TVTT firsts going on here. First time on tour as a duo, first time using this questionable recording equipment, first time in a few of these cities…It’s a thrill a minute. Join Mike and Jess as they recount the first show of the trip and talk about the mental state of suddenly entering into a weeklong tour. https://archive.org/download/tvtt281/TVTT%2028-1.mp3

After a weirdly disjointed beginning, The Boys are now headed home following a fun, successful show and happily recounting the evening. https://archive.org/download/tvtt271/TVTT%2027-1.mp3

The end of the tour. Mike reflects on the previous nights’ shows, and recaps the tour in general while also taking stock of his current physical and emotional state after 10 days on the road alone. https://archive.org/download/tvtt268/TVTT%2026-8.mp3

Mike, still alone, recounts his Fort Worth experience, and answers your questions https://archive.org/download/tvtt267/TVTT%2026-7.mp3 

Of all the times for the car to malfunction, in the middle of the podcast seems to be par for the course for Mike, considering the night he just had in San Antonio… https://archive.org/download/tvtt266/TVTT%2026-6.mp3

Mike welcomes very special guest and friend of the show, Addison Rogers, to keep him company. They mostly talk about genre-movie marathon ideas including Military Comedies and Sports and/or basketball comedies. https://archive.org/download/tvtt265/TVTT%2026-5.mp3  

High highs, and low lows. Mike spends this hour raving about New Orleans and the beautiful people he encountered there, followed by the nosedive into Lafayette where he was swiftly put in his place. https://archive.org/download/tvtt264/tvtt%2026-4.mp3

Somehow Mike manages to blabber-on for over a half hour in a car all alone and by himself. Is he losing his mind, or did a lot happen to him? Only one way to find out…strap in, bb! https://archive.org/download/tvtt263/TVTT%2026-3.mp3

After another long day of driving, Mike has finally landed on the beaches of north western Florida where he has no one to talk to. https://archive.org/download/tvtt262/TVTT%2026-2.mp3

All alone and caught in a jam, Mike calls his brother, Isaac, for some human contact and peace of mind. (by the way…here’s a link to that Police Training video that gets discussed if you’re interested. ADULTS ONLY) https://archive.org/download/tvtt261/TVTT%2026-1.mp3