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.38 Special
We are so caught up in our guests on the Season 04 Finale of “Load-In Through the Back”-- we’re chatting with Don Barnes of rock royalty .38 Special! Since forming in 1974, .38 Special has sold an astounding 30 million...


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Hosted by singer/songwriter Troy Millette and Paul Varricchione of the “No Thought Required” and “Nights of the Round Table” podcasts, “Load-In Through the Back” is a music podcast with personality.An interview show that emphasizes human connection and camaraderie with a focus on the art of touring, recording, and generally enjoying music.Visit our official website, LoadInPodcast.com, and follow us @LoadInPodcast on Facebook / Instagram / X (Twitter) / Threads.Leave us a comment and a rating wherever you consume podcasts. Need to contact us directly? LoadInThroughTheBack@gmail.com.
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Signup to Generate a PitchHosted by singer/songwriter Troy Millette and Paul Varricchione of the “No Thought Required” and “Nights of the Round Table” podcasts, “Load-In Through the Back” is a music podcast with personality. An interview show that emphasizes human connection and camaraderie with a focus on the art of touring, recording, and generally enjoying music.
Recent episodes include ".38 Special" (18 August 2026, 49 minutes), ".38 Special" (14 August 2026, 49 minutes), and "Marc Broussard" (31 July 2026, 43 minutes).
Load-In Through The Back publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 48 minutes across 122 episodes.
Booking probability for Load-In Through The Back is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Load-In Through The Back requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Load-In Through The Back's contact route on record: verified email.
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Load-In Through The Back is a music podcast with 122 episodes published.
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Episode #24
We are so caught up in our guests on the Season 04 Finale of “Load-In Through the Back”-- we’re chatting with Don Barnes of rock royalty .38 Special! Since forming in 1974, .38 Special has sold an astounding 30 million...

Episode #24
We are so caught up in our guests on the Season 04 Finale of “Load-In Through the Back”-- we’re chatting with Don Barnes of rock royalty .38 Special ! Since forming in 1974, .38 Special has sold an astounding 30 million...

Episode #23
It’s good to be home, and our guest today knows a thing or two on the subject. We’re talking with Bayou soul singer/songwriter Marc Broussard on Season 04, Episode 23 of “ Load-In Through the Back !”An eclectic cocktail...

Episode #22
Our guest on “ Load-In Through the Back ” Season 04, Episode 22 is quiet, you know. He makes a first impression. He is multi-platinum singer/songwriter Howie Day . Since emerging onto the national stage with his 2000...

Episode #21
You all have driving music, but this is a driving podcast. We’re talking with Sam Walker of Clay Street Unit on Season 04, Episode 21 of “Load-In Through the Back”! Formed in Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit has...

Episode #20
If you want to listen to this conversation, it’s alright with me– we’re chatting with songster Eric Hutchinson on Season 04, Episode 20 of “Load-In Through the Back”! Known for his infectious blend of pop, soul, and...

Episode #19
We pulled some strings, and we have Barton Davies and Ford Garrard of Breakfield on Season 04, Episode 19 of “ Load-In Through the Back ”!Operating under a brand-new moniker, Breakfield are a high-octane folk, country...

Episode #18
Our guest today can’t stand to fly, but he clearly can stand Troy and Pauly enough to be our first ever three-time guest– we’re talking with John Ondrasik of Five for Fighting. Arguably the most renowned piano balladeer...

Episode #17
If our guest on Season 04, Episode 17 of “ Load-In Through the Back ” is going to be better when he’s older, then we definitely want to speak again. We’re chatting with Top 40 pop-folk balladeer (and arguably our new...

Episode #16
Since bursting onto the national touring scene in 2001, North Carolina’s Steep Canyon Rangers have become one of the most successful modern bluegrass acts of all-time. GRAMMY winners and members of the North Carolina...

Episode #15
One of our favorite conversations SOFA(r) comes courtesy of Boston-based funk-pop outfit Couch . Since releasing their debut EP in 2021, the group has earned a reputation as a must-see on the festival and club circuit–...

Episode #14
Imagine if the Lumineers were the TITANIC's house band, and they performed Springsteen on Broadway. That is Sons of Town Hall , and they are our guest on Season 04, Episode 14 of “ Load-In Through the Back .” A...

Episode #13
No, it’s not like the movies… it’s even better. We’re talking to Dryden Mitchell of Alien Ant Farm on Season 04, Episode 13 of “ Load-In Through the Back .” Since bursting onto the alternative rock scene in the early...

Episode #12
Humble… Kind… we can use all sorts of flattering descriptors to describe today’s guests, especially since Troy almost had them banned from the ZOOM meeting. We’re chatting with Jordan Caiola and Jeff Lucci of Mo Lowda &...

Load-In Through The Back
Chad Wolf and Brian Ulery of Carolina Liar join Troy to chat about their upcoming spring tour. Click Date for Tickets! April 17th - Taffeta Music Hall - Lowell, MA April 18th - Stowe Cider - Stowe, VT April 19th - the...

Episode #11
We love Steve Poltz . Steve Poltz loves us… and Steve Poltz. Lucky for everyone, he’s our guest on Season 04, Episode 11 of “Load-In Through the Back”. Fair warning– if you’re hoping for a traditional interview episode...

Episode #10
Whoever said “things can only get better” clearly has never spent an afternoon chatting with New-Wave icon Howard Jones , our guest on Season 04, Episode 10 of “ Load-In Through the Back .” A pioneer of synth-driven...

Episode #9
The other podcasts are going to know we’re tourists if we keep staring up at Damn Tall Buildings , so instead, why don’t we chat with them on Season 04, Episode 09 of “Load-In Through the Back” ? Since forming at...

Episode #8
Season 04, Episode 08 of “Load-In Through the Back” features great songs (and great conversation) by a great artist– unlike the SPIN Magazine ’s list of the “50 Worst Songs by Great Artists” that Troy and Pauly dive...

Episode #7
With the record-breaking snowfall, it’s hard to be a man of the north these days, but that isn’t stopping our guest on Season 04, Episode 07 of “Load-In Through the Back” : Liam St. John . Since appearing on Season 20...
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