In this episode of Tuna on Toast, Stryker interviews event producer, DJ, entrepreneur and the creator of Neon Carnival down in the desert, Brent Bolthouse. Brent and Stryker discuss all things Neon Carnival from how it started to how it's evolved. Brent talks to Stryker about the best Los Angeles clubs in the 90's and 2000's. Brent and Stryker talk radio stations they were both DJ's at...indie 103.1 and 106.7 kroq. Brent has been creating lifelong memories for people for 40 years! What a pleasure it was having him on! Make sure to follow @TedStryker on socials. Thanks for listening and have a great day!

On this episode of Tuna On Toast, Stryker interviews Jimmy Eat World singer Jim Adkins. In a career spanning more than 30 years, Jimmy Eat World has released 10 studio albums. Jim tells Stryker all about their early days in Mesa, Arizona, including some of their first shows. Jim also reveals how a side hustle acting as concert promoters helped Jimmy Eat World get discovered, and shares his appreciation for the help Blink 182 and Green Day gave his band. Stryker digs into Jimmy Eat World's many hits, including "The Middle" -- which Jim admitted he never expected to become a timeless track. How did a Playstation game impact the creation of "Get It Faster"? Why does Mark Hoppus send Jim a yearly text about "Let It Happen"? And what made "Hear You Me" a risky song to include on their 'Bleed American' album? Jim tells these stories and more. Plus, how does Jim Adkins really feel about being called "emo"? Listen to Tuna On Toast to find out! Please subscribe, follow @TedStryker and @TunaOnToast on socials, and thank you for supporting the show.