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Joey’s Song

Joey’s Song

Joey’s Song 98 Episodes Aug 19, 2026

Joey’s Song is the official podcast of the Joey’s Song Foundation, a Madison, Wisconsin nonprofit that hosts the annual Freezing Man Festival, a benefit concert for epilepsy research. Each episode features in-depth interviews with musicians, industry leaders, and advocates, covering music history, stories behind songs, and personal connections to epilepsy awareness. Artists from bands like Garbage, The Bangles, Goo Goo Dolls, and Tears for Fears have shared their stories. The foundation was established in honor of Joey Gomoll, who passed away from Dravet Syndrome in 2010.

Episodes

LINERnotes: Ep8 A Meal with Rick Nielsen: Mike's Debrief of the Evening
LINERnotes: Ep8 A Meal with Rick Nielsen: Mike's Debrief of the Evening Aug 19, 2026 1966 Mike Gomoll and Andy McNamara regroup on LINERnotes, the official podcast of Joey's Song, as Mike shares the inside story of his one-on-one lunch with Rick Nielsen — legendary guitarist and founding member of Cheap Trick. In this episode: - What it was really like sharing a table with a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer - Why Rick Nielsen might be one of the most down-to-earth legends in music - How Ric
REWIND - Jane Wiedlin (The Go-Go's) Talks Coachella, Billie Joe Armstrong & Her 3 Dogs | Joey's Song Podcast
REWIND - Jane Wiedlin (The Go-Go's) Talks Coachella, Billie Joe Armstrong & Her 3 Dogs | Joey's Song Podcast Jul 14, 2026 2097 This interview originally took place August 2025. Go-Go's founding member Jane Wiedlin joins Joey's Song founder Mike Gomoll for a wide-ranging conversation covering the band's surprise return to the festival circuit, five decades of friendship (and occasional friction) within the band, and a deep dive into her life outside music. Jane opens up about the Go-Go's headlining slot at Coachella, the
REWIND - Nikki Monninger of Silversun Pickups on Saturday Morning Cartoons & Butch Vig | Joey's Song Podcast
REWIND - Nikki Monninger of Silversun Pickups on Saturday Morning Cartoons & Butch Vig | Joey's Song Podcast Jul 9, 2026 2185 Silversun Pickups bassist Nikki Monninger joins host Mike Gomoll on the Joey's Song Podcast for a warm, wide-ranging conversation ahead of the band's third year performing at Joey's Song. Nikki opens up about the band's latest collaboration with legendary producer Butch Vig — teasing a harder-edged sound and a January release timed near Freezing Man. The conversation dives into the origin story of
MIC Drop - Soul Asylum goes bowling
MIC Drop - Soul Asylum goes bowling Jul 6, 2026 391 Dave, Ryan and Jeremy are joined by Butch Vig, Tanya Donelly, Gail Greenwood, Kay Hanley and Freedy Johnston to cover this CVB classic To learn more about Joey's Song, please go to www.joeyssong.org and join our community through our mailing list. Also find us on all social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong on them all.
REWIND - Sierra Swan on Touring with Ringo Starr, Writing with Aimee Mann & Love for Joey's Song | Joey's Song Podcast
REWIND - Sierra Swan on Touring with Ringo Starr, Writing with Aimee Mann & Love for Joey's Song | Joey's Song Podcast Jul 1, 2026 2575 She's the scene stealer of Joey's Song — and in this episode, you'll find out exactly why. Singer-songwriter Sierra Swan joins Joey's Song Founder Mike Gomoll for a wide-ranging and entertaining conversation. From touring the world with Ringo Starr to co-writing with Aimee Mann, from growing up as the daughter of legendary songwriter Billy Swan to singing on a Frank Black solo album with a black
MIC Drop : Chris Collingwood becomes a family member
MIC Drop : Chris Collingwood becomes a family member Jun 30, 2026 255 The story of how Mike cornered and badgered Chris until he agreed to join Joey's Song To learn more about Joey's Song, please go to www.joeyssong.org and join our community through our mailing list. Also find us on all social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong on them all.
Tracy Bonham: Grammys, Major Labels & Joining Joey's Song 2026 | Joey's Song Podcast
Tracy Bonham: Grammys, Major Labels & Joining Joey's Song 2026 | Joey's Song Podcast Jun 29, 2026 2452 Two-time Grammy nominee Tracy Bonham ("Mother Mother") joins Mike Gomoll on the Joey's Song podcast for a candid conversation about her journey from major label breakout to fully independent artist. Tracy opens up about the whiplash of early fame, getting dropped from Island Def Jam, touring with Blue Man Group, and how she rebuilt her career on her own terms — plus a first look at her plans to re
MIC Drop - Twilight Zone with the KIAB
MIC Drop - Twilight Zone with the KIAB Jun 29, 2026 461 The Know-It-All Boyfriends go into their home studios during COVID and come out with this gem !  To learn more about Joey's Song, please go to www.joeyssong.org and join our community through our mailing list. Also find us on all social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong on them all.
Marissa Paternoster: DIY Punk, Top Guitarists & Playing for a Cause | Joey's Song Podcast
Marissa Paternoster: DIY Punk, Top Guitarists & Playing for a Cause | Joey's Song Podcast Jun 27, 2026 1933 Marissa Paternoster — guitarist, vocalist, and visual artist best known as the frontwoman of New Jersey punk institution Screaming Females — talks with Joey's Song Founder Mike Gomoll for a wide-ranging conversation about her life in music, her creative future, and what it was like to walk into the Joey's Song benefit concert with absolutely no idea what she was getting into. Named the 77th greate
REWIND - John Gourley of Portugal. The Man on Epilepsy and His Daughter Frances | Joey's Song Podcast
REWIND - John Gourley of Portugal. The Man on Epilepsy and His Daughter Frances | Joey's Song Podcast Jun 25, 2026 1871 Mike Gomoll talks with John Gourley — chief songwriter, vocalist, and creative force behind Portugal. The Man — for a wide-ranging conversation that covers the future of live music touring, his daughter Frances' rare epilepsy diagnosis, and why the band keeps showing up for Joey's Song year after year. John opens up about Frances' diagnosis with a rare genetic condition called DEDS — a journey th
MIC Drop - Do You Wanna Know What Love Is ?
MIC Drop - Do You Wanna Know What Love Is ? Jun 24, 2026 476 Cory Chisel and The Liberated Chorale absolutely stole the show in 2024 with this stunning rendition of "I Wanna Know What Love Is ?" To learn more about Joey's Song, please go to www.joeyssong.org and join our community through our mailing list. Also find us on all social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong on them all.
MIC Drop : Butch Vig joins the family
MIC Drop : Butch Vig joins the family Jun 21, 2026 258 The Godfather of Grunge and our pal from the 1980's Madison music scene, Butch Vig, joined the crew and changed everything!!! Hear the story behind it. To learn more about Joey's Song, please go to www.joeyssong.org and join our community through our mailing list. Also find us on all social media platforms with our handle @joeyssong on them all.

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