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NostalgicEmoDads

Booking Overview

This is a music-focused show centered on 2000s emo, songwriting, and the experience of making music, with interviews featuring musicians and other contributors to the emo and alternative scene. PR agencies could pitch current or former band members, songwriters, and independent producers with direct scene experience; booking is likely low difficulty for relevant independent artists and music professionals.

Metrics

Episodes: 72

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

whotakesbadnaps@gmail.com

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Direct experience as a musician, songwriter, or producer in emo, post-hardcore, or related independent music scenes.
Required Achievements:  
Performed or recorded with an independent band, Released music or contributed to songwriting, Worked as a music producer

Recent Guest Discussions

David Cook - My Favorite Highway’s Independent Success And Major-label Signing, Performing Positive Songs On Tour, Revisiting The Band’s Music, Musical Influences, And His Work As A Producer.

Tim Cossor - Hrvrd’s Songwriting And Sound, His Drumming Approach, And His Experience As A Musician.

John Van Deusen - His Upbringing, Early Musical Experiences, Success With The Lonely Forest, And Songwriting Processes And Tools.

Reed Murray - His Path Into Bands, Signing To A Record Label, Playing Alongside Established Emo Musicians, And Leaving Touring To Focus On Family And Fatherhood.

Recent Topics

Music, Emo, Post Hardcore, Songwriting, Fatherhood

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
NostalgicEmoDads
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In Conversation With: David Cook (My Favorite Highway, Splash of Soda)

October 06, 2026

Cook brother from another mother alert! David Cook of My Favorite Highway joins the podcast to talk about his band My Favorite Highway, and his current role as producer in the Nashville scene as Splash of Soda.We talk about how Derek found the band (it's a cute story, promise), how My Favorite Highway remained independent and found tremendous success, what it was like signing to a major label, and some more specific questions like:How do you perform and sing such positive songs while tour...

In Conversation With: Tim Cossor (HRVRD, ...Of Sinking Ships, How Come)

September 08, 2026

Our guest for this episode is Tim Cossor, drummer of the beloved Charlotte, NC band HRVRD. HRVRD is one of those incredible bands that deserves way more recognition than they got. Derek's band had a chance to play a show (or two?) with them at Alley Katz back in the late 2000s, when they still had the A's in their name, and it "changed the brain chemistry," as the kids like to say. They seamlessly blended elements of post hardcore, jazz, emo, post rock, and experimental, and...

In Conversation With: John Van Deusen (solo artist, The Lonely Forest, Telephone Friends, Buffet)

August 25, 2026

What a treat to talk with Mr John Van Deusen! His album "As Long As I Am In The Tent Of This Body I Will Make A Joyful Noise (Pt 1)" was one of Derek's favorites of 2026, and Part 2 is proving to be no different for 2027! We talk about his upbringing in Anacortes, Washington, the "Rock Retreats" his dad set up for him and his friends, finding success in The Lonely Forest, and some of the processes and tools he uses for songwriting. Go listen to all of his music! John&#...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
NostalgicEmoDads
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How do I get in touch with NostalgicEmoDads?

Its publicly listed email is whotakesbadnaps@gmail.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 NostalgicEmoDads?

The publicly listed email for NostalgicEmoDads: whotakesbadnaps@gmail.com.

How many listeners does NostalgicEmoDads have?

Podseeker estimates NostalgicEmoDads reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for NostalgicEmoDads?

NostalgicEmoDads typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Direct experience as a musician, songwriter, or producer in emo, post-hardcore, or related independent music scenes. Common among recent guests: Performed or recorded with an independent band; Released music or contributed to songwriting; Worked as a music producer. Recent guests include David Cook, Tim Cossor, and John Van Deusen.

How hard is it to get booked on NostalgicEmoDads?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does NostalgicEmoDads cover?

Recent episodes cover Music, Emo, Post Hardcore, Songwriting, and Fatherhood. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

whotakesbadnaps@gmail.com

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