We're into May. Quarantine is still happening. Mike checks in with amigos alum Jim Tews (@jimtews) to discuss life during quartime The two friends talk snacks, where they get fat, cats vs dogs, and music doodyshame. Follow @mikefinoia @amigospod and @jimtews on socials. Stay safe and thank you to all of the healthcare workers. Hosted on Acast. See …

Steve's abound on this weeks Amigos! Phish Lyricist and Musician Steve Pollack (the Dude of Life) and FoxNY's Steve Lacy join Mike via Zoom to reminisce on fun hangs, the stories behind some lyrics, delivering the News in a bare bones studio, and the power of positivity during this shitty situation. Mike also finally learns the story behind the lyr…

Live from Lockdown! Mike is joined virtually by Dr. Jaime Friedman to discuss the current Covid-19 catastrophe. Mike & the good doctor discuss how to support your spouse who works in healthcare, dispel some myths that are floating around about Corona, and why Dr. Jaime loves the music of Phish & The Grateful Dead as a release. Hosted on Acast. See …

Let's get our mind off of things. Mike discusses recent gigs, working with the photographer Limor Garfinkle, the beauty of Denver & Burlington, recommendations for long stays home, and a scary ass story from last week. Also some love for the Impractical Jokers peppered throughout. Be safe, stay positive, and try to chill. Amigos & Mike Finoia will …

Vol. 5 of the Still Chasing Interviews; Rebecca Adams. Rebecca Adams is the coolest professor in the history of academia. She brought a class of students on Dead tour to study the community surrounding the scene. Her work as Ph.D within the Gerontology Program at UNCG has led to amazing findings about the healing power of music. Give it a listen! H…

Volume 4 of the Still Chasing Interviews: Paul Glace. Paul is the founder & developer of PhantasyTour.com, or "PT". When Paul created the site over 20 years ago, he anticipated rabid fans would use the site to place their picks for upcoming tours. Little did he know, he'd create a community forum for fans of many influential bands in the jam scene.…

Vol 3 of the Still Chasing Interviews: Andy Bernstein. Andy is the curator of the Pharmer's Almanac & co-founder of Headcount.org; an organization dedicated to registering music fans to vote! Andy & Mike discuss the importance of each endeavor, the love of the music, and many fun moments along the way. Visit headcount.org and get involved in saving…

Mike Finoia's Podcast Series "Still Chasing" chronicles a life dedicated to chasing moments provided by improvisational musicians, particularly the Grateful Dead & Phish. In setting out to tell his own story, Mike reached out to friends, community members, and forefathers of the Jam music scene to discuss what keeps us coming back for more. The fol…

Mike Finoia's Podcast Series "Still Chasing" chronicles a life dedicated to chasing moments provided by improvisational musicians, particularly the Grateful Dead & Phish. In setting out to tell his own story, Mike reached out to friends, community members, and forefathers of the Jam music scene to discuss what keeps us coming back for more. The fol…

FIRST EP of 2020. Mike introduces us to his project Still Chasing; a look back on a quarter century of fanaticism for the band Phish and the moments they provide. Through one on one convos with Mike & Co-Host Michael Shields, never before heard interviews with pivotal members of the community and truthful anecdotes about a life on the road, Still C…

Mike sits down for another visit with American Badass Artist, David Welker. This time the guys don't talk Phish...instead they talk competitive drinking, crucifixions, questioning reality, questionable decisions that end in physical wreck, their favorite movies, and stinky prints. Visit welkerstudios.com for info on David's exhibition happening on …

Mike is joined by Jenn Kessler (@Phishchicks) to recap Phish's Fall Tour, including the unique small show at The Met. The two discuss the energy at shows, the lights, the fun of seeing the band in small rooms, the Community, tension & release, and much more. Check it out, and check out Jenn's page @phishchicks / @JennkesslerArt Hosted on Acast. See…

Let's all give thanks for our Amigos!!! It's Thanksgiving Eve and MIke is giving thanks, and sharing his favorite November traditional listen, passed down by his Uncle Bill. Mike reviews Tool at Barclay's, gets pumped for PHiSH's impending fall run, and talks turkey. Enjoy!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The second part of a 2 piece interview with Oteil. The guys discuss the loss of Kofi, Oteil's spiritual awakening and how it prepared him for this rough year filled with unnecessary loss. The power of Jerry Garcia's music and the Oteil's approach to playing it to grateful fans is a must hear for any fan. Again , thanks to the man himself for taking…

In between Dead & Co gigs, Oteil took time out of his busy schedule to talk to Mike. In a deep 2 hour conversation, the two discussed the power of comedy, music, friendship, life, death, and acknowledging the critic within. Through dealing with the death of family and friends & gaining a daughter, this year has been ups and downs for Oteil. And thr…

Mike shares an archival chat with the amazingly talented artist David Welker. In this interview from 2015, Welker shares his story of collaborating with Phish on the Rift album cover & the iconic Mike Gordon image, as well as his love for the band and their sense of humor. Check out David's work, and keep an eye out for a NYC exhibit of his work ar…

Mike is joined by friend and fellow music freak Michael Shields. The Mikes discuss catching 2 amazing events in one NYC night, their shared obsession with WILCO, and an upcoming collaborative project that looks back at a quarter-century of obsessive music consumption. Follow Mike at @acrossthemargin and @mikeshza Subscribe and Follow at @amigospod …

Ryan Stasik returns to Amigos for another round. The bassist of Umphrey's McGee, Doom Flamingo, & Omega Moo chats with Mike about hoarding, ghosts, comedy specials, writing new material with his brothers in UM, and much much more. Ryan's many musical projects are charging ahead at full steam, so check out everything Ryan at Umphrey's.com and Subscr…

Fall is here, a nip is in the air, and Mike is busy. In this episode we catch up on touring with Dave Attell, magic moments on stage, working on the Impractical Jokers, the many projects in the works, and the loss of Robert Hunter. Lots of great things in store for the Amigo's, so thanks for listening and stay tuned! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

Mike is joined by Brent Gill, LA comedian by way of Colorado. Brent and Mike have been buddies for years, and they catch up on Brent's visit to NYC. The two discuss avoiding comfort, fear of doing Improv, moving, and service animals. Follow Brent, subscribe to the pod, share & enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

After a long summer on the road, Mike is back in NYC, ready to hunker down for a fall full of standup and live music. In this episode, Mike recaps his itinerant summer, eating like a piece of garbage in casinos, VRBO disasters, doing standup at a legendary Hollywood club, and much more. Mike also shares a short interview with Karl Denson, one of th…

This week Mike talks Psychedelic Therapy with comedian Ari Shaffir and Dr. Will Siu, founder of Kura NYC. Ari & Mike, veteran mAcrodosers talk with the good doctor about the benefits of MDMA & Ketamine assisted psychotherapy, Big Pharma, and setting intentions for a life in the present moment. Check out Ari's podcast Skeptic Tank, and his Netflix s…

Mike is joined by Bass player / comedy junkie Ryan Stasik (Umphrey's McGee, Doom Flamingo, Omega Moo's) on an instant classic episode. Raised by a standup comedian mom, Ryan's love of comedy runs deep, and the two discuss bocce, injuries, bachelorette parties, Dave Attell, Improv, their amazing wives, and so much more. Check out Ryan, Umphrey's McG…

While in Portland Oregon doing standup, Mike took a trip down memory lane (Route 5 South) to visit with Author / Merry Prankster Ken Babbs. This was a special trip for Finoia, as it's been 18 years since Mike visited and interviewed Ken Kesey. Mike and Babbs discuss Mike's first visit, performing on stage with Phish, controlling the tenants that li…

This week, Mike is visited by iconic NYC graffiti artists Claudia "Claw Money" Gold. Claw grew up in Queens, made her mark (literally) on the Lower East Side of NYC in the 90's and without trying became an icon. Now, Claw is a mentor, entrepreneur, and stylist to the stars. Check out @CLAWmoney on Twitter & @CLAWmoney on Instagram. Hosted on Acast.…