The Audio Files

Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot dedicate this episode of The Audio Files to processing the shock and grief of Charlie Kirk’s assassination through the power of music. They weave a journey from anger to resilience, curating songs that reflect raw emotion, unshakable defiance, and the hope needed to carry forward. From metal tracks that channel rage without violence, to classics like Tom Petty’s “I Won’t Back Down,” Tesla’s “Hang Tough,” and Johnny Cash’s “Man in Black,” each song becomes a statement of strength and principle. They share personal stories of concerts, mosh pits, and college experiences with intolerance, connecting them to Kirk’s own legacy of dialogue over violence. Along the way, they reflect on Codex 9/11 screenings, the Streisand effect amplifying Kirk’s message, and the broader cultural battle over free speech and indoctrination. The show closes with uplifting selections, Kansas, Hatebreed, opera, and more, reminding listeners that while grief is real, music can unify, inspire, and heal. This Saturday at 6:00pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Goldco Secure your financial future with Gold and Silver https://badlandsgold.com #GoldcoPartner • MyPillow https://www.mypillow.com/ Promo Code: BADLANDS Or call 800-795-5154 • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot dive headfirst into the 1960s British Invasion, tracing how the Beatles’ 1964 debut on The Ed Sullivan Show sparked a cultural explosion. They explore how the mop-top Beatles injected post-JFK-assassination America with joy and charisma, setting the stage for a flood of UK acts. From the Stones’ bluesy swagger and the Who’s proto-punk chaos to the Kinks’ distorted riffs and the Zombies’ haunting grooves, the hosts highlight how British bands reshaped American music while borrowing from U.S. blues and R&B. They dig into stories of staged hysteria, covers that outshone originals, and fights that got the Kinks banned from touring America. Along the way, they spin tracks from the Animals, Manfred Mann, the Yardbirds, and the Spencer Davis Group, tying it all to the seismic shifts in rock history. With personal anecdotes, humor, and even a nod to the “Paul is dead” rabbit hole, this episode captures how the British Invasion forever altered music, culture, and youth identity. This Saturday at 6:00pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Rise Attire Badlands https://badlandsmedia.tv/rise • Vanman https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Vanman • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot continue their deep dive into punk history, this time exploring the birth of the UK scene that reshaped music forever. From the Ramones’ 1976 trip to London that inspired a wave of bands, to the meteoric rise and infamous flameout of the Sex Pistols, the hosts trace how punk spread like wildfire across England. They unpack the chaos of the Pistols’ U.S. tour, the Clash’s call-to-arms anthems, and the Damned’s pioneering single that sparked the indie revolution. Along the way, they highlight the Buzzcocks’ pop-punk blueprint, Billy Idol’s early days with Generation X, and trailblazers like X-Ray Spex and Siouxsie and the Banshees who brought women and new sounds into the fold. With stories of Sid Vicious’ onstage antics, vampire obsessions, saxophone-driven rebellion, and the Sex Pistols trolling the Queen’s Jubilee, this episode captures the danger, fun, and lasting influence of punk’s UK explosion. This Saturday at 6:00pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • River BTC https://badlandsmedia.tv/River • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

Hosted by Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot, this special Deadwood edition of The Audio Files rides straight into outlaw country and rock nostalgia. Fresh off the Badlands gathering in Deadwood, the duo recounts highlights from the trip, including visits to Wild Bill Hickok’s haunts, old-west photo shoots with fellow Badlanders, and the electric premiere of Brad’s new documentary. Mixing stories from the road with a handpicked soundtrack, Brad and Jay spin everything from Clint Eastwood tributes and Beastie Boys classics to Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins, Volbeat, Kid Rock, and Bon Jovi. They cap it off with Thin Lizzy and spaghetti western flair, capturing the spirit of Deadwood’s wild past and Badlands’ vibrant present in one jam-packed episode. This Saturday at 6:00pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Rise Attire Badlands https://badlandsmedia.tv/rise • Vanman https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Vanman • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

In this special episode of The Audio Files, Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, reflecting on his music, influence, and legacy in rock and metal history. They share personal stories of discovering his music, debate favorite albums and deep cuts, and discuss how Ozzy helped shape the sound of a generation. From Black Sabbath’s dark and groundbreaking riffs to Ozzy’s solo career filled with iconic tracks and unforgettable performances, the hosts explore why “The Prince of Darkness” remains one of the most influential figures in rock. With humor, passion, and genuine admiration, Brad and Jay celebrate the madness, mayhem, and musical genius that is Ozzy Osbourne. This Saturday at 6:00pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • All Good https://badlandsmedia.tv/allgood Promo Code Badlands • Viper Bats - https://badlandsMedia.tv/Bats Promo Code: BADLANDS15 Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

In this patriotic edition of The Audio Files, Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot celebrate American music from every angle, mixing rock anthems, punk nostalgia, and country swagger. They kick off by belatedly marking the 4th of July with X’s “Fourth of July,” Tom Petty’s “American Girl,” and the tongue-in-cheek “United States of Whatever.” Along the way, they share stories of vinyl collections, musical awakenings, and unforgettable live shows. The episode features everything from Kim Wilde’s “Kids in America” to Kid Rock’s “American Badass” and Neil Diamond’s iconic “America.” They reflect on the patriotic surge after 9/11 and play Toby Keith’s “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue,” Lynyrd Skynyrd’s comeback hit “Red White and Blue,” and Steve Miller Band’s “Living in the USA.” Interwoven are lively anecdotes about guitars, recording studios, and the authenticity of New Yorkers. The hosts close with WASP’s fiery performance and Hendrix’s legendary Woodstock rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner, capturing the spirit, pride, and contradictions of America through music. This Saturday at 5:15pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Leave us a Badlands Boost! https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • MyPillow https://www.mypillow.com/ Promo Code: BADLANDS Or call 800-795-5154 • Viper Bats - https://badlandsMedia.tv/Bats Promo Code: BADLANDS15 Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

In this electric episode, Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot take you on a guided tour of New York’s punk revolution, from the grimy floorboards of CBGB to the thunderous rise of hardcore. They celebrate the Ramones’ groundbreaking speed and raw down-picking that inspired Metallica’s Kirk Hammett, while recounting personal stories of brushing shoulders with Joey and Johnny Ramone. The hosts spin tracks from Richard Hell, Television, Patti Smith, Blondie, Talking Heads, the Dead Boys, and the Dictators, showcasing how each band shaped punk’s sound and look. Jay shares memories of CBGB shows in the late ‘90s and near visits to the Twin Towers days before 9/11, adding a poignant edge to the nostalgia. They wrap up with a nod to Agnostic Front and the hardcore scene that followed. From anecdotes about infamous CBGB bathrooms to the heartbreak of its closure, this episode is a loving tribute to a cultural movement that was loud, fast, and defiantly real. This Saturday at 5:15pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Donate to this Show: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Goldco Secure your financial future with Gold and Silver https://badlandsgold.com #GoldcoPartner • Pet Club 24/7 https://badlandsmedia.tv/PetClub Wargirl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBCP7K2KfoIcfwvOh1E7E9w Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

This Saturday at 5:15pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Donate to this Show: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • MyPillow https://www.mypillow.com/ Promo Code: BADLANDS Or call 800-795-5154 • Pet Club 24/7 https://badlandsmedia.tv/PetClub Wargirl Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBCP7K2KfoIcfwvOh1E7E9w Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot

*Special Double Episode* In this reflective episode of The Audio Files, Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot slow things down for a heartfelt exploration of memory, grief, and growth in the season of light. Through stories, music, and honest conversation, they honor the people and moments that shaped their paths, acknowledging the pain, the joy, and the lessons left behind. From the weight of generational trauma to the healing power of creativity, the hosts examine how our past informs our present and how summertime often stirs a deep emotional reckoning. With their signature vulnerability and depth, Brad and Jay invite listeners to find meaning in their own memories, while embracing the possibility of renewal. It’s a quiet, beautiful moment in the series, a pause to remember, to feel, and to keep moving forward. This Saturday at 5:15pm ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/Q-BeilgzPW8 Join Brad and Jay as they listen to music, talk about music and dissect their favorite jams every week on the audio files. Donate to this Show: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • 1791 Gunleather https://badlandsmedia.tv/1791 Promo Code: BADLANDS • River BTC https://badlandsmedia.tv/River Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me The Audio Files are: Jaytriot: https://twitter.com/drjay999 Brad Zerbo: https://www.youtube.com/Zerbo803 https://twitter.com/CologeroGetz https://truthsocial.com/@BradCGZ https://LogicalBrad.TV #BradZerbo #Jaytriot