Surprise Cast

What insights can listeners gain from your life as a musician? They'll learn so much about you being on the road with one of the most important indie bands of all time, The Wedding Present, as well as your approach to...

Dear Neil, I'm so glad I didn't sleep well that night. I may not have had this wonderful conversation with you. Thank you for sitting down with me to explore your creative journey, influences, and the making of your...

Dear Sam, I didn't think this day would happen, but it did :). Thank you so much for taking the time to be on Surprise Cast. I had such a blast chatting with you about many interesting topics. The listeners will...

Dear Marina, What a journey you've been on between Japan, USA, and the UK! Thank you for sharing your visual and emotional inspirations behind your music, including your passion for lights, sunsets, nostalgia, and big...

Hello Ian, I loved learning about your journey from the Sneaker Pimps era to your solo project, teaching in France, and writing. Thank you for sharing your influences on your working methods. I loved it when you said...

Dear Darling Buds, Muchas gracias for a lively and wide topic conversation. Thank you for discussing the challenges and strengths of each person in the band. It was fascinating to hear about dyslexia, stage fright, and...

Dear Dave, It made me smile to speak with you about your work as an author and entertainment journalist. Thank you for sharing your memories of being at the Toronto International Film Festival when 9/11 happened. What a...

Dear Shane, What an absolute pleasure it was having you on Surprise Cast for another deep and thoughtful conversation. I loved hearing about your strong liking for Sigur Rós and how their shows reframed your thinking...

Dear David, It's not often I open up a show by talking about skipping class back in high school. It's only fitting for this interview. Welcome back to Surprise Cast! Thank you for reflecting on the band's early years...

Hello Jon, Pleasure sitting down with you for a good chat on Surprise Cast. I loved hearing about your journey from a unique Mormon childhood in England. Fascinating. Thank you for talking about your time with post-punk...

Hello Mary! Thank you so much for joining me to talk about music, creativity, and Maniacs milestones. I loved hearing your personal reflections and about the people you appreciate in the music business such as Alison...

Dear Adam and Jamie, It was great having you on Surprise Cast back in May. I loved our conversation about your UK tour with Chapterhouse—what a “special” experience! It was fascinating to learn about the concept behind...

Hi David, Boy, oh, boy! It sure was lovely reconnecting with you for another conversation on Surprise Cast. You brought such a Scottish warmth and charm to much of our conversation. Thank you for unpacking the band's...

Dear Simon, I can't thank you enough for being my special guest on Surprise Cast. It was an incredible honor! The 80 minute episode was a fascinating conversation about music, memory, and the deeper meaning of life...

Dear Joseph and Ari, What a great time I had speaking with you both about your amazing craftsmanship. Thank you so much for being on Surprise Cast. What a blast! Joseph, You brought an insightful perspective on your...