The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 047 - Rodd Bland

Quick recap of Today's Podcast:

The Gracious Two Chad Gracey & John Rotolo had musician Rodd Bland on and discussed a range of topics including politics, the current climate, and personal experiences. They also celebrated Chad's birthday, reminisced about their early days in the music scene and shared their appreciation for other musicians. The conversation also touched on their personal preferences regarding Chad playing drums barefoot, their diverse musical backgrounds and their disillusionment with the current state of politics.

Chad Gracey's Birthday Celebration and Political Discussion:

The Gracious Two celebrated Chad's 53rd or 35th birthday with a live podcast, reminiscing about Chad's childhood and discussing the potential changes to the show's logo. The conversation then shifted to politics, with both expressing their belief that the Covid-19 pandemic had a significant impact on Trump's popularity. They also criticized the New York Times for its coverage of Ukraine's corruption and its handling of President Biden. The guys discussed their concerns about the current political climate, focusing on the unexpected rise of Kamala Harris as the US Presidential nominee and the speculation surrounding an AI-generated voice on a call with Joe Biden. They also criticized the lack of accountability in the media and the left.

Music, Drumming, and Fitness Discussion:
The Gracious Two and musician Rodd Bland had a lively discussion about music, including some technical difficulties they encountered while trying to broadcast a live podcast. They also shared personal anecdotes, with Rodd expressing his admiration for Chad's drumming and Chad talking about his frustration with Pearl Export's pricing. Additionally, they discussed their experiences with DW Drums and their concerns about car theft in Los Angeles. Lastly, Rodd shared his approach to kickboxing workouts and offered to give a tour of his fitness facility.

Comedians and B.B. King:

The Gracious Two & Rodd had a lively conversation about Rodd's father who was a singer and drummer, not just a singer as previously thought. Rodd shared touching stories about his father's love for music, particularly jazz, and his journey from being a disc jockey to a recording artist. The group also reminisced about their favorite comedians, including Richard Pryor, George Carlin and Eddie Murphy and discussed the importance of respecting different viewpoints while setting boundaries. Additionally, they shared their admiration for musician B.B. King and engaged in a light-hearted conversation about aging and cocaine.

Food, Music and Personal Experiences Discussion:

The podcast then turned to a discussion about food, music and personal experiences. Rodd shared his love for local pizza places and his disdain for chain restaurants, recommending several establishments in his area. The guys also reminisced about past experiences, with John revealing that his family owns Rotolo's, a pizza restaurant ( a joke he played on Rodd ) and Chad and Rodd sharing their experiences with various drummers and musicians. The discussion highlighted the participants' appreciation for different musical genres and styles beyond what they are typically known for.

Music Scene Memories and Future Plans:

TGT & Rodd reminisced about early days in the music scene, including a falling out with another band, Dave Matthews Band ( DMB ), and their admiration for drummer Carter Beauford. They also shared personal anecdotes, such as Rodd's involvement in a music festival and a Led Zeppelin concert. The conversation touched on the band LiVe's history, their love for Remo drumheads and their hopes of performing alongside Carter. They also discussed Jason Bonham's upcoming performances and shared humorous anecdotes about fashion and accents.

Comedy, Birthday and Political Discussion:
The Gracious Two and Rodd had a lively and humorous discussion about comedy, with John revealing his background as a stand-up comedian and sharing anecdotes about his favorite comedians. They also discussed a birthday celebration for Chad, with Rodd promising to do a tequila toast for him. Later, the conversation shifted to political developments, particularly the sudden departure of a Joe Biden and the potential involvement of AI in a recorded conversation with the President. The participants expressed their disillusionment with the current state of politics and the lack of action by the public despite being aware of the issues.