Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 181
Frequency: Monthly
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 13.7k subscribers
Instagram: 15.0k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
info@kastmedia.com
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Host
Rain Phoenix - Musician, actress, singer, and songwriter known for work across music and film.
Booking Intelligence
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Recent Guest Discussions
John Flansburgh - Pop Songwriting, Studio Experimentation, Independent Music, Vocal Development, Visual Art, And Sustaining A Long Creative Career.
John Densmore - Poetry, Independent Music, Social Justice, Musical Collaboration, Cultural History, And Mentoring Emerging Creators.
Chuck D - Creative Expression, Hip-hop History, Mentorship, Independent Artists, Grassroots Movements, And Community Activism.
John Densmore - Music And Poetry, Social Justice, Creative Evolution, Mentorship, Activism, And Collaboration Across Genres.
Chuck D - Independent Hip-hop, Artistic Freedom, Mentorship, Community Activism, Cultural History, And Cross-generational Collaboration.
Recent Topics
Episodes
MELISSA AUF DER MAUR launches Petra Szilagyi
September 29, 2026
Musician, photographer and writer Melissa Auf der Maur shares stories from her memoir Even the Good Girls Will Cry and her pro human artistic approach. She explores her analog era artistic process from her touring years before digital media transformed creative culture. Melissa, host of this episode, launches interdisciplinary sculptor Petra Szilagyi to discuss their interactive prayer space work and the Apocalypse Anonymous project. Together, they explore a 12 step spiritual framework, sacre...
THEY MIGHT BE GIANTS launch Tele Novella
August 25, 2026
Guest host Rich Tupica sits down for an electrifying John Flansburgh interview, diving headfirst into four decades of They Might Be Giants magic. John shares insider stories about their latest album, The World Is to Dig, the true craft behind pop music songwriting, wild vocal lessons, and why staying curious keeps an indie band thriving. Then, John proudly launches Texas duo Tele Novella, taking listeners into their world of folk fantasy music. Discover how their cassette-tracked magic and vi...
CHUCK D & JOHN DENSMORE launch Jabee & Kamau Daaood
July 28, 2026
Music icons Chuck D of Public Enemy and John Densmore of The Doors explore the concept of LaunchLeft and examine how raw creative expression bridges generations. The conversation centers on the intersection of hip hop and poetry, highlighting how rhythms and spoken word art carry powerful cultural histories. Shifting the spotlight left of center, these legends launch two phenomenal independent creators: Oklahoma City rapper and community activist Jabee, and visionary LA poet Kamau Daaood. Fro...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with LaunchLeft?
LaunchLeft is hosted by Rain Phoenix. Its publicly listed email is info@kastmedia.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for LaunchLeft?
The publicly listed email for LaunchLeft: info@kastmedia.com.
How many listeners does LaunchLeft have?
Podseeker estimates LaunchLeft reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for LaunchLeft?
LaunchLeft typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established musicians, influential recording artists, culturally significant creative leaders, multidisciplinary artists, and emerging independent artists with a distinctive sound, strong artistic identity, or meaningful DIY practice. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading a recognized band or music project; Multi-decade recording or touring career; Notable collaborations, albums, or live performances. Recent guests include John Flansburgh, John Densmore, and Chuck D.
How hard is it to get booked on LaunchLeft?
High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.
What topics does LaunchLeft cover?
Recent episodes cover Music, Music Discovery, Independent Music, Songwriting, and Diy Music. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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