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The Down and Off a podcast for members, alumni, friends, and family of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Hosted by Alums John Brown ('85-'89) and Tim Clay ('08-'12). Our plan is to dive through the rich history of the HMB, interview folks from over the years, give you a chance to share your stories, learn about the HMB, relive memories, and share in the On Iowa cheer. This is a platform for alums to share their stories with others. #OnIowa #GoHawks
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Down and Off a podcast for members, alumni, friends, and family of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band. Hosted by Alums John Brown ('85-'89) and Tim Clay ('08-'12).
Down and Off is hosted by HMB Alumni Band. The show has published 44 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The New Golden Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band - Bob Shomper" (27 October 2026, 79 minutes), "Homecoming 2026 Preview with Jeff Sebille" (4 September 2026, 41 minutes), and "2020s TA & Music Arranger Dr. Drew Bonner" (18 June 2026, 80 minutes).
Down and Off publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 58 minutes across 44 episodes.
Booking probability for Down and Off is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Down and Off requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Down and Off's contact route on record: verified email.
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HMB Alumni Band hosts Down and Off, a music podcast with 44 episodes published.
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Episode #3
It's Homecoming week! John & Tim are honored to talk to the new Golden Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band, 1970's HMB alum, Mr. Bob Shomper! Bob marched in the early 70s under Dr. Tom Davis and has an extensive career...
Episode #2
Down & Off is back with a look ahead to Homecoming on October 31st! John & Tim sit down with Homecoming Chair and Musical Director Jeff Sebille to talk about what folks can expect for Homecoming 2026. Jeff gives a brief...
Episode #6
Down & Off is back with Dr. Drew Bonner! Dr. Bonner is called the "Musical Voice of the HMB" and is responsible for many arrangements and shows the Hawkeye Marching Band has performed in the last 8 years, from Wave on...
Episode #5
Down & Off is BACK celebrating this year's Homecoming honored guests- Drum Majors, Golden Girls, & Silks. Today John and Tim sit down with 80s Drum Major (and Homecoming Musical Director) Jeff Sebille and 2010s Drum...
Episode #4
It's Homecoming 2025 and John and Tim sit down with 70s Drum Major Dr. Tom Leslie to talk about his time under Dr. Tom Davis in the Hawkeye Marching Band. Dr. Leslie gives us an overview of his time in the band, as a...
Episode #3
Down & Off is back with a look ahead to Homecoming! John & Tim sit down with Homecoming Chair and Musical Director Jeff Sebille to talk about what folks can expect for Homecoming 2025. Jeff gives a brief history of the...
Episode #3
THANK YOU LOU! In honor of the last game of the Legendary Golden Voice of the Hawkeye Marching Band Lou Crist, here is the interview Tim & John Brown did all the way back on Down & Off Episode 1 in November 2020! Listen...
Episode #2
IT'S BAND CAMP TIME! The Hawkeye Marching Band is gathering and getting ready for the upcoming season, and Tim and John sit down with the Associate Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Nick Miller, and the...
Episode #1
Down & Off is back! Tim Clay is joined by John Barker, a trombone & sousaphone player that joined the Hawkeye Marching Band in 1989. John has agreed to join the Down & Off team and shares about his time in the band and...
Episode #4
Finally! The re-release of the Jose Gallardo episode. Enjoy the conversation between John & Jose as they reminisce over great friends & memories from their time in the HMB. Enjoy this series of behind the scenes moments...
Episode #3
University of Iowa Alumni Band 51 is here! We are joined by featured guest for Homecoming 2024, former Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Professor L. Kevin Kastens! Humble co-host Tim is joined by fellow Alumni...
Episode #2
The Hawkeye Marching Band is set to salute Lisa Bluder and her amazing career this weekend, and Down & Off is back to sit down with Homecoming Chair and Director of Alumni Bands Jeff Sebille to get a preview of...
Episode #1
Rumpadiddily! Band Camp is on, marching band season looms, and it's time for our annual check in on the State of the HMB. John & Tim are back to interview Director of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Dr. Eric Bush, and...
Episode #4
The regular season has come to an end, bowl season approaches, basketball season is here, and John & Tim are back with 00's Drumline Alum & current Digital Media Specialist for the University of Iowa Center for...
Episode #2
Homecoming approaches and John and Tim are privileged to sit down with former President & CEO of the Alumni Association, Vince Nelson, to share his stories with the Alumni Band and growing up. Vince is a delightful...
Episode #1
The Hawkeyes prevailed against Utah State and the Hawkeye Marching Band had a wonderful performance of the music of ABBA! It is officially footba- marching band season, and John and Tim have the honor of sitting down...
Episode #8
It's been a little bit, but John and Tim are back to end off Season 3 with a fantastic, sparkling, positive guest - the Operations Manager of the Hawkeye Marching Band and Band Administrator, Kathy Ford! The always...
Episode #7
March Madness has come to an end, the Women's Basketball Team has enjoyed an historic season, and John and Tim are joined by Drum Major of the Hawkeye Marching Band, Christian Frankl. Christian shares his journey from...
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