Andy Frasco's World Saving Podcast

Join Andy Frasco on his travels around the world, interviewing all sorts of folk about their divergent paths. Andy focuses on the adventure life brings to those who dare to pursue their dreams and travel. Like our path in life... we get off track sometimes but we always get back to the road and what inspires us.

EP 94: Dominic Lalli (Big Gigantic) 08/04/2020

EP 94: Dominic Lalli (Big Gigantic) Quarantine! It is a time of civil unrest. Live music may well be cancelled into late 2021, so why wait to get wild? Andy and the crew are throwing a digital, interactive music festival Aug 21st & 22nd and want YOU to be part of the experience. Good tunes? CHECK. Legendary sit-ins? CHECK. Mind altering substances? CHECK. On the Interview Hour we welcome Dominic Lalli from Big Gigantic. Dom talks about his newly released jazz record and what the future may hold. Shawn sings and Ahri reviews. This is EP 94. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15478061

EP 93: Devon Allman & Duane Betts (The Allman Betts Band) 07/28/2020

EP 93: Devon Allman & Duane Betts (The Allman Betts Band) Andy's here to scatter some love flakes atop the fishbowl that is this quarantined life. Tune in for your weekly pump up and don't let the doomsdays get you down. On the Interview Hour we welcome Devon Allman and Duane Betts of The Allman Betts Band! Andy picks their brain about growing up with rockstar parents and how it's affected their unique artistry and output. Dolav feels passionate about something during halftime. Are you drinking enough water? This is EP 93. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15384923

EP 92: Eric "Benny" Bloom (Lettuce) 07/21/2020

EP 92: Eric "Benny" Bloom (Lettuce) Andy welcomes us back to the show this week with updates and general encouragements to drink more water and eat six things of fruit. And on the interview hour we welcome another member of the legendary Lettuce crew, Eric "Benny" Bloom! This dude is awesome (don't skip this one y'all). Shawn and Andee recount the tale of Raw Dog and we close out with our buddy, Evan from 14er to talk about some good medicine. This is EP 92 /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15301565

EP 91: Michael Franti 07/14/2020

EP 91: Michael Franti Join us for another adventure through psychedelic landscapes with Andy Frasco. Breathe deeply & relax your ear holes as they gulp down the audio positivity deeper into your psyche; cuz on the Interview Hour we welcome the peaceful protest legend himself, Michael Franti! Michael fills us in on what protest looks like while being "stuck" on the beautiful island of Bali. Arno introduces Ernie during halftime and Caleb sings. Stay focused! And don't forget to keep up the fight for justice. This is EP 91. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15204791

EP 90: Dave Bruzza (Greensky Bluegrass) 07/07/2020

EP 90: Dave Bruzza (Greensky Bluegrass) While Andy chases waterfalls in Breckenridge (apologies to TLC), he reflects on his life and the gratitude overfloweth. Remember who you are, find yourself, and love that person. On the Interview Hour we welcome Dave Bruzza from Greensky Bluegrass! Ahri gives a July 4th PSA and Shawn sings a cover song by Neal Casal. Let your freak flag fly and don't be afraid to find a new path: Andy reviews DMT to close us out. This is ep 90. Black Lives Matter. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15116402

EP 89: Tarriona "Tank" Ball (Tank and the Bangas) 06/30/2020

EP 89: Tarriona "Tank" Ball (Tank and the Bangas) Hi, how are you? Listen in for your weekly audio respite and hear Andy embrace an honest helping of humility. On the Interview Hour we are elated to welcome Tarriona "Tank" Ball from wsp-favorite, Tank and the Bangas! Listen in to get her read on this cultural awakening that many of us are experiencing and to soak up the valuable insights she has to offer. Ahri imagines variant sexual appetites, Shawn sings a song, and Arno has a special message at the end of the episode. Black Lives Matter. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/15025403

EP 88: John Craigie 06/16/2020

EP 88: John Craigie In a world beset by inequity perpetrated by a legion of lesser men, we breathlessly look for respite and find Andy Frasco dancing his tuchus off for y'all. Watch the funny man dance and find balance restored to your Saturday nights. And on the Interview Hour we welcome show favorite, John Craigie! Hear words of wisdom direct from the lips of this modern day legend. Dolav has strong feelings about sports and Arno fills the air with the sweet sound of satire. This is EP 88 and Black Lives Matter. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14848904

EP 87: Nahko 06/03/2020

EP 87: Nahko Andy returns this week to deliver a message of hope and unity for a troubled nation. And on the interview hour, he goes tête-à-têtes with singer/songwriter, Nahko! They talk about the new album, the band, his family, and much more. Shawn & Tobi sing and Ahri imagines alternate sexual proclivities. Andy welcomes Lyle Divinsky as co-host to process some emotions and the cold reality of racism in this country. Demand change. This is EP 87 /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14685476

EP 86: Theo Katzman 05/26/2020

EP 86: Theo Katzman We kick off this week with Shawn going the (Social) Distance. Andy catches us up on his workaholism and offers us all a hit on his dab rig of unending encouragement. On a very special Interview Hour, we're proud to welcome the inimitable, Theo Katzman! They talk Theo's origin story, Vulfpeck's humble beginnings in Ann Arbor, & the guiding 'north star' that compels Theo to put in the Hard Work. We close out with Ari Fink from SiriusXM as co-host. It's EP 86 yo. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14571473

EP 85: Shakey Graves 05/19/2020

EP 85: Shakey Graves Big week on the WSP as we welcome Alejandro Rose-Garcia, aka Shakey Graves to the Interview Hour! Andy and Alejandro talk about growing up, the myth of the Puer Aeternus (Peter Pan Syndrome), and some wild stories about a haunted guitar sprinkled throughout. Ahri reviews fatherhood in the time of Covid. Shawn and Tobi duet a John Prine song (RIP). Did Danny Zagayer sleep with Andy's mom? Listen in and find out. This is ep 85. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14478509

EP 84: Doom Flamingo 05/12/2020

EP 84: Doom Flamingo Held up in isolation, we look deep inside for inspiration... and find DOOM FLAMINGO on the Interview Hour! These beautiful, synthwave angels share what it's like coming up in Charleston, South Carolina, hustling side gigs as a wedding band, and about one of our favorite venues: The Charleston Pour House. Arno loses sleep during halftime and Shawn reminds us that Rock & Roll ain't pretty... but it's pretty f'n cool. Stay safe and imbibe the sweet nectar of Andy's ceaseless encouragement. This is EP 84. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14388338

EP 83: Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive) 05/05/2020

EP 83: Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive) Andy checks in with yall on the top of the episode and administers his brand of Pump-Up encouragement. And on the interview hour we welcome lead singer, Rachael Price from Lake Street Dive! Shawn pays tribute to the late, great John Prine; whilst Arno satirically steers us down a wild, rambling riverboat ride of insanity. Andy and his babbling buddies close out the show. EP 83 sounds like this. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14287679

EP 82: Keller Williams & Jamie Kilstein 04/28/2020

EP 82: Keller Williams & Jamie Kilstein Andy Frasco & the U.N. have a new album out! We check in with Andy as he shares more insights from The Mushroom Bunker (i.e. his home). On the Interview Hour we welcome back a bright star in a dark night, Keller Williams! He and Andy talk about the future of music in a post-covid world. Dolav has strong feelings about sports. We welcome guest co-host, fellow podcaster & comedian, Jamie Kilstein to close us out this week. It's episode 82 yo. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14175167

EP 81: Anders Osborne 04/21/2020

EP 81: Anders Osborne Living ever relentlessly in the Real World, Schwartz gives Andy some admittedly good advice to start the show. And we are ecstatic to welcome WSP show favorite, Anders Osborne to the Interview Hour! Andy and he talk on mindfulness and the perils that some folks who struggle with substance abuse face during this pandemic quarantine. Ahri reviews regrettable haircuts and Arno keeps it relevant. An old buddy and former piano teacher, Danny Zagayer shows & dishes out some good stories. This is ep 81 /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/14075495

EP 80: Laura Lee (Khruangbin) 04/14/2020

EP 80: Laura Lee (Khruangbin) Andy gets reprimanded by his manager for getting *too* into video editing. On the Interview Hour, we welcome Laura Lee, bassist for Khruangbin and textbook definition of Cool. Laura talks staying present on stage, the makeshift summer camp she's made for herself, & the chilly barn that the band utilizes. Shawn, the Quarantine Bard, soothes us with a song for the era. Dolav yells about sports and then joins Andy to close the show out. Stay inside & reach out if you need a sympathetic ear. This is EP 80. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13987328

EP 79: Brandon Hardesty (Bumpin Uglies) 03/31/2020

EP 79: Brandon Hardesty (Bumpin Uglies) Andy gives us an update from inside the bunker. He's alive & well; however, if you ask his neighbors, they may say he's a little *too* alive & well. And on the Interview Hour, we welcome Brandon from Bumpin Uglies! Learn the juicy details about bridges burnt and a drummer's broken leg. We present to you a new Planned Parenthood segment, and urge you to think twice about reckless communal swapping of fluids. We're in a pandemic afterall. Stay inside and keep on keepin on this is EP 79 /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13776242

EP 78.5: A Quarantini with Brian Schwartz 03/27/2020

EP 78.5: A Quarantini with Brian Schwartz Another end-of-the-week check in from your friendly, neighbourhood quarantiner: Andy Frasco. A familiar, guiding voice emerges from the eerie silence of lockdown... it's Andy's manager and voice of reason, Brian Schwartz! /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13725407

EP 78: Rev (The Lil Smokies) 03/24/2020

EP 78: Rev (The Lil Smokies) Unhindered by the bonds of public decency (i.e. clothing), Andy stands defiant and ready for this brave new world we call "Quarantine." And he asks of us, "why not make the most of this forced downtime?" On the interview hour, we welcome the One & Only: Rev, from The Lil Smokies! Will we learn how he got that name? Listen in as Shawn sings the ballad of our age. Arno keeps it Relevant. STAY INSIDE. This is EP 78. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13675268

EP 77.5: A Quarantini EP w/ Jeremy Salken (Big Gigantic) 03/19/2020

EP 77.5: A Quarantini EP w/ Jeremy Salken (Big Gigantic) On a special end of the week update, Frasco hosts good buddy and fellow-quarantiner, Jeremy Salkin from Big Gigantic. They keep their distance physically, but grow closer emotionally. Dolav finds new outlets for his competitive side. Expect an extra episode every week from the WSP team as we get through this pandemic together, separately. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13611998

EP 77: Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers 03/17/2020

EP 77: Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers Whilst the world idealizes a couch potato lifestyle, Andy is bunkering down & broadcasting diversions for folks in search of extrication from their quarantine blues. And so, we welcome Joe Hertler to the Interview Hour! Joe and Andy share stories from the road, fighting the urge to quit, and what it's like to kayak in 20° weather. Ahri reviews COVID-19. Shawn & Beats urge you to second guess that line! Wash those hands and practice socializing from a distance. This is EP77. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13579418

EP 76: Jerry Joseph 03/10/2020

EP 76: Jerry Joseph Andy speaks his mind on the looming, anxiety-ridden panic of our time and invites our good buddy, Dave Schools to introduce the legendary, Jerry Joseph to the Interview Hour! Jerry and Andy talk about addiction and what it takes to overcome negative thoughts and emotions. Andy premieres the band's new single, Garrett hijacks Dolav's Sports minute, and we close out with co-host and deep bro, Taylor from Vintage Pistol. This is EP76. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13482851

EP 75: Brendan Bayliss & Ryan Stasik (Umphrey's McGee) 03/03/2020

EP 75: Brendan Bayliss & Ryan Stasik (Umphrey's McGee) Big Something vs. Andy Frasco & the UN "Royal Rumble 2020" tour has officially come to an end... And to help soothe that pain of separation, Frasco & the boys jump on tour with LEGENDS, Umphrey's McGee! We welcome guitarist & lead vocalist, Brendan Bayliss to the Interview Hour and learn about his origin story. Shawn & Andee have good advice for expectant mothers. Ryan Stasik rejoins the show as Andy's co-host to close out the week. "We are going to win" EP 75. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13389833

EP 74: Round 2 w/ Caleb Hawley & Karina Rykman 02/18/2020

EP 74: Round 2 w/ Caleb Hawley & Karina Rykman Andy recaps his birthday week, including a savage, on-stage roasting from comedian Kyle Ayers. Meanwhile, the band revels in a taste of the high life: Chipotle. And on the Interview Hour, we welcome back incredible singer/songwriter and all around great-dude, Caleb Hawley! Caleb and Andy talk about owning your sadness and harnessing it for performance. Ahri reviews Andy's pro-wrestling aspirations. We close by catching up with the fabulously talented, Karina Rykman. This is EP 74... /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13195832

EP 73: Nick MacDaniels (BIG Something) 02/11/2020

EP 73: Nick MacDaniels (BIG Something) On a very special episode of The World Saving Podcast, Andy impels his audience to squeeze every ounce of enjoyment out of life. "Cuz you don't know what happens when you die." On the interview hour we welcome our new deep-bro, Nick MacDaniels from Big Something! The boys have been on an epic co-headlining tour the past week. And we present to you: a world premiere of Andy Frasco and The U.N.'s newest single: "Keep on Keepin' On" Kyle Ayers joins Andy to close the show. This is EP73. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13106054

EP 72: Zak Barnett (American Authors) 02/04/2020

EP 72: Zak Barnett (American Authors) This week, we get hints as to what went down during Widespread's Panic En La Playa. And we welcome singer, Zak Barnett from the group, American Authors! Zak talks about his time at Berklee and his goals to be the best. Arno keeps it relevant and Ahri tells us who he'd go gay for. We close the show with Andy's longest running band mate and soul brother, Ernie Chang, as cohost. This is EP 72. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/13012328

Remembering Kobe Bryant 01/29/2020

Remembering Kobe Bryant "You can't stop people from trying to limit your dreams, but you can stop it from becoming your reality. Your dreams are up to you. I encourage you to always be curious, always seek out things you love, and always work hard once you find it. So with that, I'll let you carry on with your evening. Please know: I'm thinking of you, supporting you, and encouraging you. Always. Peace" -Kobe Bryant /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/12942257

EP 71: G. Love (G. Love & Special Sauce) 01/21/2020

EP 71: G. Love (G. Love & Special Sauce) Denver's newest resident, Andy Frasco, opens the show solo-style. He then reveals his own workaholic tendencies as he welcomes Philadelphia's own, G. Love to the interview hour. They talk about the effort it takes to find stability & family life while slogging it out on the road. Dolav makes sports predictions, with enthusiasm; and Arno analyzes the lyrics of Phish through the lens of mathematics. Ryan Montbleau joins Andy to close us out. This is Episode 71. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/12823790

EP 70: Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Company) 01/14/2020

EP 70: Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Company) We're BACK & kickin season 3 off with a LEGEND: Oteil Burbridge! Oteil sits down with Andy in his hotel room for a life spanning conversation. They talk about his time playing with Col. Bruce and The Allman Bros; the highs, the lows, and the music in-between. Ahri reviews 2019 and Caleb Hawley shares a song with us. This is Episode 70; live NOW. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/12729935

EP 69.5 Mushroom Party (w/ Todd Glass) 12/31/2019

EP 69.5 Mushroom Party (w/ Todd Glass) In which Andy and his old pal, Todd Glass, take an Heroic dosage of psilocybin. This is their story... /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/12573404

EP 69: The Wood Brothers 12/17/2019

EP 69: The Wood Brothers Audio smut abounds in this, our 69th episode; so, in honor of that, we offer you a peek inside our minds to gaze at what drives this show: compulsive porn consumption & songs about doin' it. Helping us maintain a modicum of class during the interview hour, we welcome one of our favorites: The Wood Brothers! They talk about being brothers in a band, the group's origin, and how they sustain focus. We investigate the potential of psychedelics as therapy. And stay tuned for a special post-credits, holiday song. /episode/index/show/afworldsaving/id/12432896

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