Brian Oake Show

Brian Oake is a Minneapolis radio icon. This is a show about music, popular culture, interesting characters, irreverence and laughter, not always in that order.

Ep 440 5 Year Anniversary Show LIVE from HiFI Hair & Records MPLS 11/16/2024

Ep 440 5 Year Anniversary Show LIVE from HiFI Hair & Records MPLS We did the show live for the very first time. We were at HiFi Hair & Records and our friend Jon Clifford hosted the whole shindig. Thank you again to SmartStartMN.com/thebrianoakeshow and OADesignbuild.com for sponsoring. Thanks to Ben & Aaron from Fairwell Milwaukee and Molly Maher & Steve from Molly Maher & Her Disbelievers for performing. We truly appreicate all of our listeners and our Patreon members. Much love! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33956562

Ep 439 Ben Lubeck & Aaron Markson from Fairwell Milwaukee 11/12/2024

Ep 439 Ben Lubeck & Aaron Markson from Fairwell Milwaukee Ben Lubeck and Aaron Markson of the band Farewell Milwaukee join us in anticipation of their Brian Oake Show 5 year anniversary performance at HiFi Hair & Records this Thursday at 5pm. They perform two songs in this episode that are not to be missed. Please subscribe and share. Thanks! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33902672

Ep 438 Molly Maher 11/07/2024

Ep 438 Molly Maher Local music legend Molly Maher joins us this week AND! joins us one week from tonight to perform at our 5 Year Anniversary show for the podcast. It's free!! Find out everything you need to know and learn much more about this fascinating performer on this episode. Cheers! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33805717

Ep 437 Jon Clifford HiFi Hair & Records 11/05/2024

Ep 437 Jon Clifford HiFi Hair & Records Woo Hoo! The 5th annivesary of our show is next week! It's free event , and filled with excellent music. It's happening early at Hi-Fi Hair and Records, so who better to check in with than our dear friend Jon Clifford!?! This is a fun one. Oh, we may have said a few things about it being election day...Enjoy!! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33800497

436 Jillian Rae 11/02/2024

436 Jillian Rae This time, Jillian Rae! She has a new Halloween single and a big video release show this Thursday at Icehouse. She's freaking rad. Listen learn, and enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33707157

Ep 435 Northwoods Goth 10/31/2024

Ep 435 Northwoods Goth Allow us to introduce you to Nothwoods Goth. Founders Katie Shapiro and Laura Menck join us to talk about this very Minnesotan entrepreneurial endeavor. Moody, homey and maybe just a little spooky, this is a company that's got my attention. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33708632

Ep 434 Jayce Roberts - The Driftless Area 10/24/2024

Ep 434 Jayce Roberts - The Driftless Area This episode, our guest is Jayce Roberts of the MN band The Driftless Area. We talk about the band, their latest release (Terminal Moraine) and upcoming opportunities to enjoy the music live. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33601987

Ep 433 Gretchen and Lisa from Prairie Fire Choir 10/22/2024

Ep 433 Gretchen and Lisa from Prairie Fire Choir Welcome back! Today, we talk to Gretchen Gallagher and Lisa Mulcahy-Heyman, co-directors of the board for an amazing local non-profit choral celebration, Prairie Fire Choir. An amazing ensemble of like minded individuals who all believe that social justice is just as importand as an evening's entertainment. They have two more performances befor the end of the year. Listen, learn and enjoy. Cheers! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33572287

Ep 432 Katy Tessman and Gilda's Club MN 10/15/2024

Ep 432 Katy Tessman and Gilda's Club MN Our old friend Katy Tessman joins us with Shaunequa James and Gina Parker from Gildasclubmn.org to discuss their fantastic event that's happening Friday October 18th at IcehouseMPLS (add a dot com to that to get tickets). Laura Hugo will be peforming right before Katy Tessman performs. Proceeds all go to Gilda's Club in Minnesota. It's a terrific organization that supports those fighting with cancer and those who support those who are fighting cancer. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556507

Ep 431 Jeffrey Morris 10/08/2024

Ep 431 Jeffrey Morris It had been too long! Writer, producer, director and all-around creative wrangler Jeffrey Morris is back. Once again, he shares his love of 80s music and also his insatiable love of Sc-Fi. He's working on publications, two AMAZING documentaries and a major motion picture. He's so clever and kind. I recommend giving this one a listen. Cheers! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556512

Ep 430 Dr. Steven Manlove 10/08/2024

Ep 430 Dr. Steven Manlove People have been saying this show has needed a psychiatrist for years. We brought in Dr. Steve to learn more about specific ways he helps heal the brain. From the moment we met him today, we realized that he is authentic and honest and a seeker. You'll learn about his take on God, case studies of patients who have gone from being bedridden with depression to leading active and productive lives and how he practices what he preaches. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556517

Ep 429 Mary Bue! 10/03/2024

Ep 429 Mary Bue! Mary Bue is back! She shares a new song off of her album which will be released in February. You're going to love it! When we post this show, we'll attach the link to her kickstarter. Please support our dear friend, Mary Bue. /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556522

Ep 427 Emily Haavik 09/29/2024

Ep 427 Emily Haavik Emily has a brand new full length album on the way this week. The release party is at Icehouse this Thursday, Oct 3. She's talented and a real delight. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556527

Ep 428 Doyle Turner 09/27/2024

Ep 428 Doyle Turner Doyle Turner stops by the SmartStartMN studio to talk about his new album (out early November) and drops a brand new single on us! It's the title track and it's out today. He's talented, wry and has an excellent sense of humor.

Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556542

Ep 426 Josh Carson 09/19/2024

Ep 426 Josh Carson Josh Carson is back! You likely know him best from the annual holiday mayhem of A Very Die Hard Christmas at Bryant Lake Bowl. Well, he's back with a hilarious new show called Movie Fight Club. What's the first rule of Movie Fight Club? Listen and find out.

Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556547

Ep 425 Jon Copeland 09/17/2024

Ep 425 Jon Copeland Our favorite punk rock, skydiving Master Librarian is visiting from Vermont and has done more in one week than most people do all year. He shares some great stories and fantastic songs. Also, see him in the new movie Beetlejuice Beetlejuice! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556552

Ep 424 Dallas Orbiter (New Album Release tonight at Mortimer's!) 09/13/2024

Ep 424 Dallas Orbiter (New Album Release tonight at Mortimer's!) Minnesota legends Dallas Orbiter stop by to talk about their mind-expanding new album, Spaceman Things. They have a big album release show tonight at Mortimer's. They're also really funny.

Listen and enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556557

Ep 423 Ric Menck (Velvet Crush) 09/10/2024

Ep 423 Ric Menck (Velvet Crush) This is wonderful! Ric Menck, good friend and life long Rock n Roll lifestylist, swings by to blown our minds with some truly incredible songs. AND THEN! Let's us know that his celebrated band Velvet Crush is getting back together! What??? Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556562

Ep 421 Angiest! 09/06/2024

Ep 421 Angiest! The Angiest of them all returns! She brings her brilliant story of grabbing up the NeverWalz domain names right out from there stupid noses. She also shares some harrowing personal stories that more than clearly define why this upcoming election is ever so crucial. AND! she picks some sweet jams to puncuate the message. Enjoy, and get out and vote this November! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556567

Ep 420 Scott Wooldridge (Big Star Tribute at The Hook Sept. 13th) 08/29/2024

Ep 420 Scott Wooldridge (Big Star Tribute at The Hook Sept. 13th) Scott Wooldridge, a thoughtful, musically-inclined type, swings by to talk about the upcoming 50th Anniversary Tribute to Big Star's Radio City Album. Good conversation and excellent music. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556577

Ep 419 George Orange 08/22/2024

Ep 419 George Orange Damn! Today's guest is a very dear friend, George Orange (Fuller). We've known one another for well over 30 years and I've never met another person quite like him. He's an actor, a performer, choreographer, Circus instructor and a fully-accredited graduate of clown school. Seriously. He's lived abroad for more than 20 years, so we snagged him on a rare visit home.

I love this man. Please listen and enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556582

Ep 418 Terry Walsh Foothold Twin Cities 08/20/2024

Ep 418 Terry Walsh Foothold Twin Cities It's the return of MN Music stalwart, Terry Walsh! He's been playing music forever, but is likely most famously known as the main voice in St. Dominic's Trio and The Belfast Cowboys. He's also co-founder of an incredibly important Minnesota non-profit, Foothold Twin Cites. This Saturday at The Parkway in S Mpls, those world's collide at an incredible night of music and good intent, The 2nd Annual We've Got You Covered! Benefit for Foothold.

Listen, learn, then do the right thing. Cheers! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556587

417 Courtney Yasmineh 08/15/2024

417 Courtney Yasmineh Yay! The wonderful Courtney Yasmineh is back! Not only is she consistently delightful, she also has a brand new full length record out. She's also leaving for her 16th European Tour in a week. Listen, learn, laugh and enjoy. Cheers, friends! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556592

Ep 416 Jake Rudh (Transmission Radio) 08/13/2024

Ep 416 Jake Rudh (Transmission Radio) He's one of my very favorite musicheads. Jake Rudh swings by to talk all things Yacht Rock. This is a smooth, mellow audio journey. Enjoy. /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556597

Ep 415 Taylor James Donskey 08/08/2024

Ep 415 Taylor James Donskey This time, local singer/songwriter Taylor James Donskey stops by to talk about his interesting musical path. Also, about the amazing work he does to support emerging local songwriters. He's great.

I also cry talking about my dad.

Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556602

Ep 415 KBEM's Sean McPherson (and bassist in Heiruspecs) 08/01/2024

Ep 415 KBEM's Sean McPherson (and bassist in Heiruspecs) Brian's old pal Sean McPherson stopped by for a great conversation about his upcoming event with Heiruspecs and two other great bands on August 17th on the James J Hill property in Saint Paul. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556607

Ep 414 Juice and Z from Dr. Mambo's Combo! 07/30/2024

Ep 414 Juice and Z from Dr. Mambo's Combo! Damn! It's Julius Collins and Brian Ziemniak (Juice and Z!) from the legendary Dr. Mambo's Combo. Still raging after decades, The Combo lands at The Hook & Ladder this Friday to pay tribute to Sly and The Family Stone and Rufus w/ Chaka Khan. These fellas have some genuinely incredible stories. I laughed the whole way through on this one. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556612

Ep 413-The songs your favorite band never plays in concert 07/23/2024

Ep 413-The songs your favorite band never plays in concert Just like the title says, we all have bands we've seen again and again. They do a great show, but that nagging question persists...WHERE'S MY FREAKING SONG??? and it never comes. Sean and I play some of ours and some of yours. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556617

Ep 412 Michael Anschel OA Design Build Architecture 07/18/2024

Ep 412 Michael Anschel OA Design Build Architecture Heeeeee's back! Michael Anschel of OA Design Build Architecture joins us to talk about the ridiculously amazing work his group has done on the legendary Pillsbury Castle, and their contributions to the upcoming Luxury Home Tour. Explore the possibilites, people. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556622

Ep 411 "Everything is going to be fine..." 07/16/2024

Ep 411 "Everything is going to be fine..." Yeah, the world hasn't been great lately, but was it really ever?

No worries here, though. Everything will be fine... /episode/index/show/2c3149eb-e075-4bf7-a90e-a1757bb1e030/id/33556627

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