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Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John

Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John

By Bretton Brulotte

A podcast that invites creatives to share why they create, cause at the end of the day, we were all weird in highschool. New episodes every second Friday.
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Ep. 46 Warwick Schiller

Weird in Highschool with Bretton Lee John Mar 21, 2024

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Ep. 46 Warwick Schiller

Ep. 46 Warwick Schiller

Warwick Schiller is an internationally renowned horseman and the host of the Journey On Podcast. Warwick stopped by to chat differences between Australian and American life as well as his recent experience on the grueling Gaucho Derby.

Mar 21, 202458:34
Ep. 45 Charlie Marie

Ep. 45 Charlie Marie

Charlie stops by the show to chat authenticity and walking a true path.

Feb 29, 202459:00
Ep. 44 Blake Berglund

Ep. 44 Blake Berglund

Saskatchewan bred renaissance man Blake Berglund takes some time to tell us where his horses have indeed gone.

Jan 06, 202401:10:03
Ep. 43 Hooks and the Huckleberries

Ep. 43 Hooks and the Huckleberries

Josh and Adam stop by to chat carving a contemporary path to fans and a viable musical life.

Dec 22, 202301:02:10
Ep. 42 Steve Dawson

Ep. 42 Steve Dawson

Owner and operator of the Henhouse Studio in East Nashville, Steve Dawson stops in to chew the fat about making music in a contemporary environment.

Dec 01, 202301:01:03
Ep. 41 Nick Shoulders

Ep. 41 Nick Shoulders

Nick and I sit down at the Twin Cities Saloon and talk about everything.

Sep 08, 202349:27
Ep. 40 - Del Barber

Ep. 40 - Del Barber

Del Barber is a songwriter from the Manitoba Parkland. Del and I talk farming, touring with Colter Wall and old horses.

Jul 28, 202359:27
Ep. 39 Angela Autumn

Ep. 39 Angela Autumn

Angela Autumn is among the most compelling voices in contemporary alternative country. Angela and I chatted about Nashville, motivation and why Benjamin Tod is the shit. Find Angela Autumn at https://www.angelaautumn.com/

Sep 02, 202201:00:09
Ep. 38 Eamon McGrath

Ep. 38 Eamon McGrath

Edmonton born Eamon McGrath is a founding member of the band July Talk and has had his hands in just about every corner of Canadian alternative rock. Eamon's journey has taken him from legion halls to slinging the six string for Daniel Johnston. A fantastic performer, songwriter and sonic sound shaper in his own right, Eamon can be found playing just about anywhere they'll have him and is more than likely to be playing near you in the not so distant future. Find everything Eamon does at https://eamonmcgrath.ca/

Aug 26, 202201:07:37
Ep. 37 Susan O'Neill

Ep. 37 Susan O'Neill

Susan O'Neill is a unique voice in contemporary music. Susan brings Irish folk traditions forward in soulful and sincere ballads. We got the chance to sit down at Edmonton Folk Festival to chat about life and horses. Find Susan's music and tour dates at https://www.son.ie/ 

Aug 19, 202230:17
Ep. 36 Anna Tivel

Ep. 36 Anna Tivel

Portland based songwriter/poet/world building extraordinaire Anna Tivel sat down with me at Edmonton Folk Fest to chat about music, escapism and old guitars. Catch Anna's shows at http://www.annativel.com/  

Aug 12, 202233:09
Ep. 35 Tré Burt

Ep. 35 Tré Burt

Tré Burt is a unique voice in folk music today. Tré was kind enough to find some time to chat with me on a residential patio behind Canmore Folk Festival about making your own way and being true to one's self. Find Tré's records, tour dates and merch at treburt.com 

Aug 05, 202223:02
Ep. 34 Abigail Lapell

Ep. 34 Abigail Lapell

Abigail was kind enough to take the time to chat about music, life in both Montreal and Toronto and songwriting. Abigail is a one of a kind talent and has shows throughout Montana and Alberta in the coming weeks. You can find tickets and information about Abigail on her website abigaillapell.com 

Jul 28, 202201:00:33
Ep. 33 Anthony Simpkins - Gems on VHS

Ep. 33 Anthony Simpkins - Gems on VHS

Anthony Simpkins is a modern day folk music tastemaker creating videos in the spirit of Alan Lomax. Anthony was kind enough to have a chat with me about Nashville, old guitars and the ways the emerging artists can make a go of sharing their work nowadays. 

Jul 21, 202251:01
Ep. 32 Denver Venoit - Ole Man Kidd

Ep. 32 Denver Venoit - Ole Man Kidd

Denver and I chat about folk music, Harleys and Horses. 

Jul 08, 202258:19
Ep. 31 Tori Morley

Ep. 31 Tori Morley

Tori Morley is a compelling young musician making her way in the world. The moment I heard Tori's track "Les and his Excavator" and was reminded of listening to Primus in a Camry with different coloured doors, my faith in youth was restored, yours will be too. 

Apr 22, 202201:03:01
Ep. 30 Joe Wilson

Ep. 30 Joe Wilson

Manitoba Country artist Joe Wilson stops by to chat about life in the Canadian prairies and a connection to land and culture. Joe is young in age but wise beyond it. Find Joe on Instagram @yodelinjoewilson. 

Mar 04, 202258:37
Ep. 29 Jolie Blue

Ep. 29 Jolie Blue

Sean Burns, host of Boots & Saddle on CKUW and of the Northern Report podcast has called Jolie a "true voice in Canadian country music" and as you can hear in his inflection, he is indeed. Find a Jolie Blue show near you at thecanadiandrifter.ca

Feb 18, 202201:12:03
Ep. 28 Chris Acker

Ep. 28 Chris Acker

Chris Acker is a talented songwriter who takes you on journeys through Craigslist odd-jobs, Playstation, and topical dermatological remedies. Chris has been featured on Gems on VHS and Western AF. 

Feb 04, 202201:03:44
Ep. 27 Zach Bryson

Ep. 27 Zach Bryson

Zach Bryson is a gifted lyricist based in New Orleans. Zach's songs are simultaneously funny and heartbreaking, and in this chat, he mostly rolled with funny. Zach has been featured on Western AF and continues to release "Songs that Will Ruin Your Day". 

Jan 21, 202201:28:21
Ep. 26 Chris Dadge - Lab Coast, Bug Incision

Ep. 26 Chris Dadge - Lab Coast, Bug Incision

The return no one was waiting for, WIH is back with Chris Dadge to talk all things compact disc. 

Nov 29, 202101:01:25
Ep. 25 Amy Nelson

Ep. 25 Amy Nelson

Amy Nelson is among a small group of musicians who have the intangible ability to win over just about any room her voice fills. Amy stops by to talk creative inspiration, artistic integrity and maintaining humanity when the option to fall in to hype presents itself. 

Jul 23, 202101:27:57
Ep. 24 Deep Covers

Ep. 24 Deep Covers

Dan stops by to talk creative process, collaboration and artistic diversity. 

Jun 10, 202154:53
Ep. 23 Laura Hickli - 36?, Time Boy

Ep. 23 Laura Hickli - 36?, Time Boy

Laura shares her magic on topics of Dan Mangan, US touring and artistic integrity. 

May 28, 202159:29
Ep. 22 Zoe Sundstrom - Music Director

Ep. 22 Zoe Sundstrom - Music Director

Zoe Sundstrom stops by for couples therapy and to discuss her role as a music director in community radio. 

May 14, 202101:06:10
Ep. 21 Mark Janz - Dextress, R Planet Magazine

Ep. 21 Mark Janz - Dextress, R Planet Magazine

Mark stops by to talk starting bands, big dreams and Montreal's finer entertainment establishments. 

Apr 16, 202158:49
Ep. 20 Highschool Dropout Special W/ Callum MG

Ep. 20 Highschool Dropout Special W/ Callum MG

My highschool bestfriend Callum comes back to discuss my poor life choices. 

Apr 09, 202101:08:55
Ep. 19 Josie Charlene Veness

Ep. 19 Josie Charlene Veness

Insightful Calgary spoken word artist Josie Charlene Veness stops by to talk Skins, Wallowing, Love and Inspiration. 

Apr 02, 202101:03:09
Ep. 18 Sarah Gargano

Ep. 18 Sarah Gargano

New York based, self proclaimed anti-folk musician Sarah Gargano stops by to talk songwriting, aesthetics and connecting to lyrics. 

Mar 19, 202149:44
Ep. 17 Matthew Rederburg

Ep. 17 Matthew Rederburg

Matt talks recording, hip hop and the unique space his studio occupies. 

Mar 04, 202153:53
Ep. 16 Hunter Hansen - NIKU

Ep. 16 Hunter Hansen - NIKU

NIKU is one of the most exciting bands in the Calgary scene today, Hunter was kind enough to stop by and talk about why this project is focused on having fun making music. 

Feb 19, 202144:29
Ep. 15 Andrew Douglas

Ep. 15 Andrew Douglas

Born in Ontario, Andrew made his way to Alberta with no shortage of heartache, soul searching and writing it all down. 

Feb 05, 202101:07:13
Ep. 14 Edward Sayers

Ep. 14 Edward Sayers

Eddie stops by to talk touring, songwriting and influence. 

Jan 09, 202152:06
Ep. 13 Tanner James

Ep. 13 Tanner James

Tanner talks busking, southern Alberta and multiple mediums in the first episode of the new year. 

Jan 01, 202101:04:59
Highschool Holiday Special w/ Callum MG

Highschool Holiday Special w/ Callum MG

I talk to my long time friend Callum to spread holiday cheer. 

Dec 25, 202001:40:13
Ep. 11 Von Bieker

Ep. 11 Von Bieker

Von Bieker stops by to talk inspiration, goal setting and revered Toronto troubadour: Hayden who was a mutual source of inspiration. 

Dec 18, 202001:20:33
Ep. 10 I Am the Mountain

Ep. 10 I Am the Mountain

Colton stops by to talk process, inspiration and the future of music festivals. 

Dec 11, 202059:11
Ep. 9 Sean Burns

Ep. 9 Sean Burns

Winnipeg purveyor of honky-tonk stops by to talk the lifestyle of a performer, life in Winnipeg and how he's keeping busy. 

Dec 03, 202054:57
Ep. 8 Fox Opera

Ep. 8 Fox Opera

Cait stops by to talk living in different countries, why the Calgary music scene has always felt like home and getting creative with chords. 

Nov 27, 202052:01
Ep. 7 TAYLR - Kodae, Dear Friend

Ep. 7 TAYLR - Kodae, Dear Friend

TAYLR stops by to talk inspiration, working hard and staying up in strange times. Instagram: @officialtaylrmusic 

Nov 20, 202001:12:25
Ep. 6 Noah Michael - If I Look Strong; You Look Strong, Fox Opera, Websites, Young Neighbours

Ep. 6 Noah Michael - If I Look Strong; You Look Strong, Fox Opera, Websites, Young Neighbours

Noah stops by to talk about musical creativity and playing in enough bands to have a self-festival. 

Nov 15, 202001:03:13
Ep. 5 Connor of Jonnor

Ep. 5 Connor of Jonnor

Half of Calgary rock duo Jonnor stops by to talk obscure soviet microphones, recording their new record and the possibility that the multi-effects pedal you had when you were 8 might become a coveted piece of vintage gear. 

Nov 15, 202001:10:07
Ep. 4 Cale Michael - Cale Michael & the Lost Lonely Souls, Risky Endeavor

Ep. 4 Cale Michael - Cale Michael & the Lost Lonely Souls, Risky Endeavor

Cale stops by to chat recording his new project and Jethro Tull among other things. 

Nov 15, 202001:00:40
Ep. 3 Skinny Dyck

Ep. 3 Skinny Dyck

Skinny Dyck takes some time while watering his plants to talk his new record: Get to Know Lonesome, which is riding a wave of unexpected popularity. 

Nov 15, 202028:49
Ep. 2 Andrew Wedderburn - Novelist, Hot Little Rocket, Night Committee

Ep. 2 Andrew Wedderburn - Novelist, Hot Little Rocket, Night Committee

Veteran of the Canadian independent rock scene, Andrew talks Steve Albini, wakeboard festivals in Kelowna and Calgary's legendary Sundae Sound studio. 

Nov 15, 202059:13
Ep. 1 Jeff Macleod - Florida BC, The Cape May

Ep. 1 Jeff Macleod - Florida BC, The Cape May

Jeff Macleod is a mainstay of the Canadian indie rock scene, he talks touring, Calgary and Florida BC's new record Salt Breaker Sand. 

Nov 15, 202001:30:26