Nerds On Tour

Abraham Levitan

Host Abraham Levitan talks with music people about money, motivation, and the rest of life. Nerds On Tour fills a void of mentorship and “from-the-trenches” advice that Abraham noticed as a younger touring musician. It offers a place to get honest, funny, and occasionally wonky tips from great artists about health, money management, and creative workflow and habits.

  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Will Oldham on Overthinking, Mansplaining, and Learning to Love Nina Simone

    Will Oldham returns to Nerds On Tour, this time in Will and Abraham’s mutual hometown, Louisville.  An inspiring dive into Will’s philosophies on life and art.

    27 October 2016, 7:00 am
  • 44 minutes 51 seconds
    Lita Ford on The Runaways, Ozzy Osbourne, and Selling Men’s Cologne

    Lita Ford's first band, The Runaways, became a global phenomenon. Months later, she was selling men's cologne at the mall. She discusses Nikki Sixx, Ozzy Osbourne, and the value of having the right team.

    26 May 2016, 7:00 am
  • 52 minutes 16 seconds
    Will Oldham on Drag City, Quality of Life, and Being Bonnie "Prince" Billy

    Abraham talks with one of his all-time heroes, Will Oldham a.k.a. Bonnie “Prince” Billy, about the hard choices that make for a satisfying long-term music career.

    12 May 2016, 7:00 am
  • 56 minutes 20 seconds
    John Doe, L.A. Punk Legend, on X, Bud Light, and Multiple Breakfasts

    X frontman John Doe is a living legend. He discusses X's career, their Bud Light commercial, and the reasons why L.A. punks worship The Doors.

    28 April 2016, 12:00 am
  • 59 minutes 13 seconds
    Patti Niemi, Sticking It Out Through Juilliard, Anxiety Attacks, and an Orchestral Career

    Classical percussionist Patti Niemi gives an insider’s account of surviving Juilliard, enduring high-pressure auditions, and getting a tenured position with an orchestra.  She’s battled serious anxiety issues throughout.

    14 April 2016, 7:00 am
  • 44 minutes 51 seconds
    Jason Collett on Broken Social Scene, Going Solo, & the Licensing Game

    Jason Collett left Broken Social Scene at the height of the band's global fame. His resultant solo career has led to some lucrative ad placements as well as his self-aware new album, "Song & Dance Man".

    17 March 2016, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Thrill Jockey's Bettina Richards, Doing It Her Way Since 1992

    After having her fill of the major-label A&R game, Bettina Richards started Thrill Jockey Records in 1992 from her apartment. It's now one of the world's most respected indie labels. She discusses how she made it happen.

    3 March 2016, 8:00 am
  • 48 minutes 5 seconds
    Bruce Finkelman, the Empty Bottle, and the Empire of Cool

    For Bruce Finkelman, starting the Empty Bottle, Chicago's coolest music venue, at age 23 was just the beginning. He now runs nine different operations. We discuss seeing the world through "owner's eyes".

    25 February 2016, 8:00 am
  • 58 minutes 28 seconds
    The Redwalls' Andrew Langer, From Rocker to Realtor

    The Redwalls' Andrew Langer was signed to Capitol Records at age 18 and toured the UK with Oasis. These days, he enjoys being a father of two and a realtor for D'Aprile Properties. He's also very witty and a good hang.

    18 February 2016, 8:00 am
  • 47 minutes 49 seconds
    Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau on Thrill Jockey, Velvet Revolver, & Chevrolet

    Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau share the very funny intersections between rock life and real life. They discuss being Thrill Jockey recording artists, sharing the stage with Velvet Revolver, and doing a corporate gig for Chevrolet. Part 2 of 2.

    4 February 2016, 8:00 am
  • 40 minutes 29 seconds
    Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau, From Antichrists to Homeowners

    Bobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau were musicians Abraham worshipped before he became their bandmate. They discuss the secrets of DIY glam, the fleeting gloss of professionalism, and getting stuck in a Bavarian vineyard. Part 1 of 2.

    28 January 2016, 8:00 am
  • More Episodes? Get the App
© MoonFM 2024. All rights reserved.