Switchfoot Song Stories
By Tyler D. Smith
Author and Switchfoot fan Tyler D. Smith interviews different guests every week, and we discuss stories, memories and more about the songs and band we all love.
Switchfoot Song StoriesApr 12, 2024
4:12
Happy 4/12 day! On this episode, Switchfoot fan Allie Henry joins us to discuss 4:12.
Dirty Second Hands
Parke Cottrell of Colony House joins us! We chat about tour memories, covering a Switchfoot song, and also discuss the rocker "Dirty Second Hands."
Jon Foreman
EPISODE 50- with the one and only Jon Foreman! Jon gives us an in-depth look at his upcoming solo record "In Bloom," and we talk about the project track by track.
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Let Your Love Be Strong
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Hello Hurricane
Chris Cote joins us on this episode! Chris wears many hats, and also has a wonderful history with the Switchfoot guys. He shares about those experiences, including Bro-Am and much more. We also dive into the song "Hello Hurricane."
Check out Tyler's book: "Searching for Seven: The journey of seeking God seven days a week."
Float
Michael Keith Lewis has been the Front of House (FOH) engineer for Colony House for the last five years. He joins us to discuss his time in the music industry, tour with Switchfoot, and more. Are you ready to Float?
Skin and Bones
Erick Frost is here! Listen to the amazing story of how he first got connected with Switchfoot. We also chat about his time shooting Interrobang music videos, photography on the road, and more! We also chat about "Skin and Bones."
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Thrive
Danielle Marx joins us for this episode. How do we thrive and not just survive?
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Adding to the Noise
Tyler Huckabee has been a prolific writer and editor for many years. He joins the podcast to discuss his recent articles about Switchfoot, and we chat about the song "Adding to the Noise."
"Switchfoot has never let you down" Article!
"20 years ago, Switchfoot unleashed the riff that changed Christian rock" Article!
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On Fire
Christian artist Joel Vaughn joins the podcast. We discuss his musical journey, Switchfoot's influence, and chat about the song "On Fire."
Listen to "Friend" on Spotify!
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More Than Fine
Ben Sooy from the band "A Place For Owls" joins the podcast. Their band will be opening for Switchfoot this November, and the story of how it all came to be is epic! We also chat about "More Than Fine."
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Chad Butler
Daisy
Lori Gudvangen joins the show, and we discuss the mosaic guitars and surfboard she made for the guys. She was also the winner of the "interrobang" art contest. We also chat about the song "Daisy," including the topics of surrender and all of life's journeys with Switchfoot as the soundtrack.
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The Sound
Priscilla and Elizabeth Perkins join us to talk about their father's story, their family foundation and legacy, and to discuss Switchfoot's song that was inspired by their father, Dr. John M. Perkins. "Love is the final fight."
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Watch "Redemption: The John M. Perkins story"!
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Company Car
Brandon Grissom joins the show, and we talk about his musical and life journey, and dive into Switchfoot's oldie "Company Car."
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Restless
Tejas Kumar is an award-winning web developer and international speaker, and has also been greatly impacted by Switchfoot! We chat about his inspiring journey, and dive into Switchfoot's song "Restless."
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Always
Gustavo Moradel joins the pod, and we discuss music, life, and Switchfoot's beautiful song "Always."
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Let that be enough
Eric McClanahan joins the show, and we discuss his CCM Twitter tournaments, and Switchfoot's older classic "Let that be enough."
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American Dream
Gable Price joins us on this episode! We chat about his band's song with Jon Foreman, how Switchfoot has impacted him personally and professionally, and we dig into the song "American Dream."
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Where the light shines through
Randy James (from the band "Hopeful.") joins us for a chat about their musical journey, sharing hope in the midst of pain, and Switchfoot's song "Where the light shines through."
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Concrete Girl
Switchfoot fan Amanda Latimer shares an incredible story about how "Concrete Girl" saved her life. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!
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Oh! Gravity
Christian artist Stephen Stanley joins the show! We talk about Switchfoot's influence in his personal and professional life, and dive into the song Oh! Gravity.
Follow Stephen on TikTok and Instgram @ StephenStanleyMusic.
Check out Tyler's book "Searching For Seven- The Journey of Seeking God seven days a week."
This Is Home
Author and Switchfoot fan Justin Wiggins joins the show, and we discuss CS Lewis, Jon Foreman, and the song "This is Home."
Read Justin's article about Jon Foreman HERE!
Check out Justin's book "Surprised by Agape."
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Where I Belong
Keith Tutt II has been playing Cello at Jon Foreman shows for years. He has produced and played on multiple Switchfoot and Jon Foreman albums, and he joins us to discuss those experiences. We also dive into the incredible song, "Where I Belong."
Check out all that Keith is doing at www.keithtuttii.com
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The Beautiful Letdown
Happy 20th Birthday to "The Beautiful Letdown"! On this episode, William Cook joins us to discuss this album and more.
Check out all of William's work HERE!
Your Love is a Song
Switchfoot fan Amy Kirk joins the show this week, and we have a great conversation about "Your Love is a Song."
Watch Jon Foreman's TED Talk "Live your Song" HERE!
fluorescent
Nikki and Hudson from RadioU join the podcast this week! We had a fun chat about all that RadioU offers music fans, and we also discuss Switchfoot's song "fluoroscent."
Live It Well
Ryan Hartley joins us for a wonderful conversation about life, hope, faith, and Switchfoot's song "Live It Well." He created the "Always Better Than Yesterday" podcast and brand and has a ton of wisdom to share.
All I Need
On this episode, we chat with the band "Lina and the Lions." We discuss their musical journey, Switchfoot's influence on their career, and we talk about the song "All I need." Stick around until the end, as Lina and the Lions record a live cover of this song!
Stars
Only Hope
Chris Cleveland (Stars Go Dim) joins us to discuss music, Switchfoot's influence, Mandy Moore (naturally), and one of SF's all-time great songs "Only Hope."
Check out the "10000 Minutes" Podcast HERE!
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Sing It Out
American Idol winner Kris Allen joins the show! We discuss Switchfoot's influence and memories, song-writing, other stories, and also dive into the song "Sing it out."
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Check out Tyler's book: "Searching for Seven- The journey of seeking God seven days a week."
The Christmas Episode
Switchfoot fan Danny Lawson joins the pod to talk about Switchfoot's new Christmas record!
Meant to Live
Joel Parisien (Newworldson) joins us for a great chat about Switchfoot memories, touring, writing, the ever-changing music industry, and we also discuss Switchfoot's mega-hit Meant to Live AND Jon Foreman's FALL EP.
Listen to Newworldson!
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Searching for Seven: The Journey of Seeking God Seven Days a Week
Souvenirs
Beloved
Singer/Songwriter Kevin McClure joins us for this episode. We discuss the song "Beloved" and give live reactions to several quotes Jon had about the song from this past year.
Check out Kevin's music HERE!
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Learning to Breathe
Andy Barron is here! Andy was the photographer for Switchfoot for many years, and was the one putting together those classic Switchfoot Video Podcasts. He is now the photographer for Chris Stapleton. We talk about how he got started with Switchfoot, memories of touring, and we also discuss the song "Learning to Breathe."
Watch Switchfoot Video Podcasts HERE!
Check out Tyler's book: Searching for Seven: The Journey of Seeking God Seven Days a Week.
I Won't Let You Go
Grace Chaves recently wrote a wonderful article called "Switchfoot: Songs for Mental Health" for NewReleaseToday.com. She joined us to talk about the article, and to discuss the incredible song: "I Won't Let You Go."
Read her full article HERE!
Check out this Spotify Playlist: "Songs from God's Perspective"
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The Making of Fading West
Matt Katsolis was the Director of Switchfoot's "Fading West" movie, and he joins us for an inside look at that epic project.
Watch Fading West on Amazon!
Check out other projects from Matt HERE!
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This Is Your Life
Author, Speaker, and Podcast host Daron Earlewine joins the show this week. We talk about his new book, as well as "Pub Theology", chasing your dreams, and we discuss Switchfoot's "This Is Your Life."
Pre-order Daron's book "The Death of a Dream"- HERE!
Find Daron's Podcast, Online Course, and more at DaronEarlewine.com!
Mess of Me
We are joined this week by CDME- a young band of brothers who recently shared the stage with Switchfoot! Hear all about their musical journey, and their special night being called up on stage to play "Mess of Me."
Watch the full video of CDME playing at a Switchfoot show HERE!
Check out CDME's YouTube page HERE!
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Happy is a Yuppie Word
Apollo LTD's Jordan Phillips joins us for this episode! He shares a lot of great stories about music, creativity, faith, and of course- Jon Foreman and Switchfoot. We talk about the song "Happy is a Yuppie Word" and discuss what happiness should (and shouldn't) look like in our lives.
Watch the "Soul Worth Saving" music video HERE!
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Love is the Movement
Switchfoot fan and podcast host Isaac Hughes joins us for this episode, and we dive into the song "Love is the Movement."
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Vice Verses
The founder of JesusFreakHideout.com John DiBiase joins us for a chat about music, art, and the Switchfoot tune "Vice Verses."
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Joy Invincible
Jessica Morris (Writer and Podcast Host) joins the show for a great discussion on music, faith, and Switchfoot's beautiful song "Joy Invincible." She has been featured on Relevant Magazine, JesusFreakHideout.com, JesusWired.com, and hosts a Christian music podcast called "Between You and Me."
Click HERE to visit the "Between You and Me" Podcast website!
Click HERE to read Jessica's interview with Jon Foreman! (2015)
Purchase Jessica's Book "When Hope Speaks"- HERE!
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Twenty-four
Aswan North (Paper Tongues) joins us for a great discussion about tour life, Switchfoot memories, faith, and new music! We dig deep into Switchfoot's masterpiece known as "Twenty-four."
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Check out Tyler's book "Searching For Seven" HERE!
Wolves
Switchfoot fan Helen Whitall joins the show to talk about what the band has meant to her over the years. We discuss "Interrobang" for the first time on the podcast, and dive into the song "Wolves."
Check out Helen's review of "Interrobang" HERE!
Saltwater Heart
Bonus episode! Jude Tolson joins the show and shares about the "Switchfoot 25 in 22" project, celebrating Switchfoot's 25 years as a band! Tyler and Jude then discuss the song "Saltwater Heart."
Check out the "Switchfoot 25 in 22" Youtube Channel Here!
Fundraiser update: The fundraiser has concluded, but you are still encouraged to give directly to the Bro-Am Foundation and/or TWLOHA!
The World You Want
David Zach (Remedy Drive, Exodus Road) joins the show for an amazing conversation about Switchfoot's influence, true religion, and the song "The World You Want."
Check out TheExodusRoad.com and learn how you can help!
Check out Tyler's book "Searching for Seven- the Journey of seeking God seven days a week."
The Shadow Proves the Sunshine
Mary Nikkel joins the show to share stories about Switchfoot, her experience in the music industry, and her website Rock on Purpose. We take a deep dive into the iconic Switchfoot tune- "The Shadow Proves the Sunshine."
Read: "Switchfoot: The Stories Redemption Tells" HERE!
Make sure to visit RockOnPurpose.Live!
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