Issue Oriented - hosted by Ronen Kauffman

IO episode 33 - Justin Sane and Brendan Toller

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 26 June 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Justin Sane (ANTI-FLAG) about keeping things fun, the '08 Presidential race, and gender issues. Then Ronen talks to film maker Brendan Toller about his upcoming documentary, I NEED THAT RECORD.

IO episode 32 - Jesse Michaels and The Phenomenauts

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Jesse Michaels (OPERATION IVY/COMMON RIDER) about creativity, transcendental music experiences, new projects and much more. Then Ronen talks to THE PHENOMENAUTS about science, honor, theater and the future.

IO episode 31 - Mick Jones/Tony James and Ari-Up

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Mick Jones (THE CLASH) and Tony James (GENERATION X) of Carbon/Silicon about the intersection of technology and creativity, punk rock generation gaps and much more. Then Ronen talks to Ari-Up (THE SLITS) about women in rock and roll, the value of diversity and more.

IO episode 30 - Lou Koller and Dallas Coyle

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Lou Koller (SICK OF IT ALL) about longevity, the Holocaust, tough guys and much more. Then Ronen talks to Dallas Coyle (GOD FORBID) about FOX News as porn, the '08 Presidential race and much more.

IO episode 29 - Chuck Ragan and John Joseph

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Chuck Ragan (HOT WATER MUSIC) about going solo, the philosophy of band break-ups and much more. Chuck also performs live in the studio! Then Ronen talks to John Joseph (CRO-MAGS, BLOODCLOT!) about spirituality, the mainstreaming of aggressive music, and his new book.

IO episode 28 - Chris No2 and The New Dress

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Anti-Flag's Chris #2 about navigating personal tragedy, what he loves about America, veggie dogs and more. Ronen also talks to Brooklyn folk-punk duo The New Dress, who play 2 songs.

IO episode 27 - Ben Weinman and Karen Mitchell/Rajon Tumbokon

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Dillinger Escape Plan guitarist Ben Weinman about the band's past, present and future; and to Karen Mitchell and Rajon Tumbokon of Define the Meaning Fanzine about content and defying the digital age.

IO episode 26 - Greg Attonito/Shanti Wintergate and Virgil Dickerson

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Bouncing Souls frontman Greg Attonito and actress/musician Shanti Wintergate about their new children's book; and to Virgil Dickerson of Suburban Home Records/Vinyl Collective about indie survival and much more. Includes previously unrecorded songs from Greg and Shanti!

IO episode 25 - Norman Brannon and Jordan Cooper

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Norman Brannon (Author, The Anti-Matter Anthology; Texas is the Reason, Shelter) about fanzines, music and values; and to Revelation Records president Jordan Cooper about 20 years of his record label.

IO episode 24 - Alex Saavedra and Alex Arnold

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Alex Saavedra (Eyeball Records) about diversity, longevity, and more; and to Lambgoat.com webmaster Alex Arnold about messageboards, perspective and real life.

IO episode 23 - Ben Weasel and Erik X. Raj

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Ben Weasel (Screeching Weasel, etc.) about going digital, his new solo record and more; and to NJFilmcore.com indie film maker Erik X. Raj about music, movies and bagels.

IO episode 22 - Geoff Rickly and Jim Testa

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:11:42 -0400

Ronen talks to Thursday vocalist Geoff Rickly about humble beginnings, blowing up and staying real; and to indie publishing legend Jim Testa (Jersey Beat) about 25 years of DIY publishing and much more.

IO episode 21 - Josh Grabelle and DJ Rossstar

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:56:12 -0400

Ronen talks to Trustkill Records founder/president Josh Grabelle about music, business, and the music business; and to DJ Rossstar about his popular internet radio program, DJ Rossstar's Punk Rock Show

IO Presents: New Brunswick, New Jersey, Goodbye

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:33:00 -0400

Special edition focused on the release of host Ronen K's new book; interviews with Jack Terricloth (World/Inferno), Zak Kaplan (Ratchets, Chunksaah Records) and John Waverka (The Break, Purpose). This podcast also available from Downloadpunk.com.

IO episode 20 - Jack Terricloth and Ross Siegel

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 29 May 2007 01:08:00 -0400

Ronen talks to The World/Inferno Friendship Society vocalist Jack Terricloth about metaphor, parties, and committing to the bit; and to Ross Siegel (ReIgnition Recordings) about the future of the music industry, fringe culture and much more.

IO episode 19 - Efrem Schulz and Jordan Baker

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 00:56:54 -0400

Ronen talks to Death By Stereo vocalist Efrem Schulz about the music industry, politics, and being burned up by the sun; and to Jordan Baker (founder of Pastepunk.com) about music reviews, band reunions, and much more

IO episode 18 - Joanna Angel and Dan Yemin

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 28 Jan 2007 00:56:38 -0400

Ronen talks to alt-porn queen Joanna Angel about success, feminism, and more; and to Dan Yemin (Lifetime, Paint It Black, Kid Dynamite) about music, anger, and the pitfalls of being outspoken

IO episode 17 - Frank Pavich and Danny Diablo aka Lord Ezec

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sat, 2 Dec 2006 00:41:16 -0400

Ronen talks to film maker Frank Pavich about the digital re-issue of his NYHC documentary; and to Danny Diablo aka Lrd Ezec (Crown of Thornz, Skarhead) about what's happened since the making of the film and much more.

IO episode 16 - Derek Hess and Crossbearer vocalist Richard Spencer

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 5 Nov 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to artist/promoter Derek Hess (Strhess Clothing/Strhess Tour) about art, war, and more; and to Crossbearer vocalist Richard Spencer about religion and the existence of God. Seriously.

IO episode 15 - Dallas Coyle (God Forbid)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 8 Oct 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Dallas Coyle (God Forbid) about the state of aggressive music, creative evolution, and much more

IO episode 14 - Aubin Paul (Punknews.org)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Thu, 7 Sep 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Aubin Paul (founder of Punknews.org) about media responsibility, genre wars and more

IO episode 13 - Ray Harkins (Mikoto, Abacus Recordings)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Ray Harkins (Mikoto, Abacus Recordings) about workoholism, bad taste and bands versus labels

IO episode 12 - Nate Gluck (The Fire Still Burns, Ensign)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 6 Aug 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Nate Gluck (Ensign, The Fire Still Burns) about playing from the heart and much more

IO episode 11 - Mike Olender (Burnt By The Sun, Nora)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Mike Olender (Burnt By The Sun, Nora, Endeavor) about staying political, movies, and his side-project Mosh On Washington

IO episode 10 - D.J. Rose (The Path of Resistance)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 7 Jul 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen talks to Path of Resistance vocalist DJ Rose about music, ideas, and the discipline of principle.

IO episode 9 - Nerds and Marx

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 3 Mar 2006 00:11:43 -0400

Nerds take over the world; Karl Marx vs. Hot Topic; an awesome playlist.

IO episode 8 - '05 Wrap-Up

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Wed, 4 Jan 2006 00:11:37 -0400

2005 Wrap-Up, featuring George W. Bush, Modern Life Is War, and the horrors of war. Short and sweet.

IO episode 7 - Depression and the Media

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Mon, 7 Nov 2005 00:20:18 -0400

Ronen talks about depression, the media, and Propagandhi.

IO episode 6 - Joanna Angel (BurningAngel.com)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 26 Aug 2005 00:11:43 -0400

Ronen interviews Joanna Angel of BurningAngel.com

IO episode 5 - Rich Cunningham (Happy Days Records)

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Tue, 9 Aug 2005 14:24:25 -0400

Ronen interviews Rich Cunningham of Happy Days Records and New Labor

IO episode 4 - Radio Fest part 2

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 22 Jul 2005 14:20:21 -0400

Part 2 of PBS FM's Radio Festival - guests include Ben W. from the Dillinger Escape Plan, Dan Yemin From Paint It Black/Lifetime/Kid Dynamite, Gabe Saporta from Midtown, and Greg Bennick from Trial. General topic is philantropy.

IO episode 3 - Radio Fest part 1

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Fri, 22 Jul 2005 01:04:15 -0400

Part 1 of PBS FM's Radio Festival - guests include Ben W. from the Dillinger Escape Plan, Dan Yemin From Paint It Black/Lifetime/Kid Dynamite, Gabe Saporta from Midtown, and Greg Bennick from Trial. General topic is philantropy.

IO episode 2 - Technology and Music

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 19 Jun 2005 13:41:33 -0400

Ronen and Sarah discuss technology and music

IO episode 1 - Intro Episode

issueoriented@gmail.com (Ronen Kauffman) — Sun, 19 Jun 2005 00:35:06 -0400

Ronen and Sarah introduce IO to regular listeners of Headwealth