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Let 'R Rip Podcast

Jake and Mikey

Let R Rip is a raw, unfiltered podcast hosted by Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz, two men who’ve lived the chaos , built from nothing, and continue to show up every day with purpose.

Jake is a lifelong musician, a 25-year metal vocalist who toured the world as a national recording artist, and has spent over 16 years in the health and fitness space as a trainer, coach, and gym owner. Mikey is a world-renowned tattoo artist and shop owner, deeply rooted in the culture, discipline, and creativity that comes with mastering a craft.

Together, they bring real conversations with people who are actually doing the work. Musicians, tattoo artists, entrepreneurs, coaches, fighters, fathers, and creators-we chop it up with individuals who have built their lives through discipline, resilience, and relentless execution.

Each episode dives deep into the real side of entrepreneurship, personal development, creative discipline, and building brands from the ground up. We talk about the things most business podcasts avoid: the sacrifices, the failures, the identity shifts, and the relentless work it takes to turn passion into something real.

This isn’t surface-level motivation. This is the truth.

The Let 'R Rip Podcast explores branding, marketing, business strategy, leadership, mindset development, fitness culture, music culture, tattoo culture, and the realities of building a life around your craft. No trends. No bullshit. No pretending.

Just honest, unfiltered conversations with people who have put in the reps and earned their perspective.

This podcast is for the builders. The creators. The outsiders. The ones who refuse to live on autopilot.

If you’re serious about leveling up your mindset, growing your business, building your personal brand, and surrounding yourself with real conversations instead of empty noise - this is your room.

No filters. No shortcuts. Just the truth about what it takes to build something that actually lasts.

Topics include: entrepreneurship, branding, marketing, personal development, leadership, mindset, tattoo culture, music culture, fitness industry, business strategy, and creative entrepreneurship.

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S2 · E6
September 9 · 50 min
Common Sense in a World That’s Lost Its Mind | Let ’R Rip Podcast
DeWayne Maynard, better known online as Crews Control / CRWSCNTRL never planned on becoming a voice followed by more than a million people. He started recording his thoughts, questioning what he was seeing around him, and saying what he actually believed. Then everything changed. His content exploded online, his platform grew, and suddenly a guy sharing his perspective found himself in the middle of conversations about politics, culture, race, family, fatherhood and the direction of America. But this episode isn’t about picking a political team. It’s about thinking for yourself. On Season 2, Episode 6 of the Let ’R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Crew for an unfiltered conversation about what happens when common sense collides with a culture increasingly built around outrage, algorithms and political division. Crew explains why he doesn’t blindly follow one political side. He grew up in a Democratic family and openly acknowledges there are things he agrees with on the left and things he believes the conservative side gets wrong. His approach is much simpler: look at what’s actually happening, question it, do your homework and form your own opinion. The conversation gets into the pressure to think a certain way because of your race, demographic or political affiliation; why Crew sometimes waits 24 hours or longer before reacting to breaking stories; and why critical thinking has become increasingly important in an environment where being first often matters more than being right. From there, things go everywhere. Politics as reality television. Social-media fear mongering. Political polarization. The Tupac case. Traveling across America and discovering that real communities often look very different from how they’re portrayed online. The difference between digital outrage and actual human interaction. Then the conversation moves somewhere even more important: Home. Fatherhood. Raising children. Protecting your family. Building stronger communities. Men’s responsibility. Faith. Prayer. Gratitude. And the idea that waiting for politicians or institutions to repair society may be completely backwards. For Crew, his kids are the foundation. He talks about getting up and leading his family even when he’s exhausted, beginning his day with prayer and ending it praying with his children. Crew also opens up about the other side of having a massive platform, the hate. The insults. The DMs. The people who attack him because his opinions don’t fit the box they believe he should occupy. Instead of living inside the comment section, he has learned not to feed it. His online presence isn’t his entire life. Family comes first, and the structure inside his home matters more than spending every waking hour fighting strangers online. The conversation ultimately comes back to something much bigger than social media. Whether you agree or disagree, think for yourself. 🎙️ Guest: DeWayne Maynard - Crews Control / CRWSCNTRL 🎙️ Hosts: Jake Sirokman & Mikey Getz 🎧 Let ’R Rip Podcast - Season 2, Episode 6
S2 · E5
August 19 · 1 hr 5 min
We’ve Become Too Comfortable Being Victims - Petty Crocker | Let 'R Rip
Everybody has an opinion online. Far fewer people are willing to slow down, question what they’re being told, and stand behind what they actually believe. In Season 2, Episode 5 of the Let ’R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Amber Ford, better known online as Petty Crocker, for a raw conversation about faith, family, social media, political commentary, personal responsibility, motherhood, preparedness, and why Amber believes Americans need to start thinking and acting with greater purpose. Known online as @pettycrocker88, Amber has built an audience around direct cultural and political commentary mixed with Christian faith, Southern personality, motherhood and patriotism. But this conversation goes deeper than politics. Amber opens up about losing her father at 15, growing up through financial hardship and family trauma, refusing to let those circumstances define her life, and why she has such little patience for a culture that rewards permanent victimhood. She also explains why she doesn’t immediately react to every breaking story online, why credibility matters more than being first, how she researches topics before speaking publicly, the difference between having convictions and blindly following political personalities, the role faith plays in her worldview, and why she believes change has to begin inside our homes and local communities. In this episode: • Why Amber started speaking publicly about politics and culture • How Petty Crocker became her online voice • Why being first isn’t worth sacrificing credibility • Outrage culture and the race to go viral • Critical thinking in the social-media era • Faith versus political worship • Personal responsibility versus permanent victimhood • Overcoming trauma without letting it become your identity • Motherhood, family and protecting the next generation • Why meaningful change starts inside the home • Building stronger local communities • Women’s self-defense, preparedness and situational awareness • Knowing your purpose before speaking publicly • Why Amber says it’s time to stop talking and start living with intention The episode also includes Amber’s personal opinions and interpretations of disputed political events and disaster-response issues. Those portions represent the guest’s views and should not be understood as independently established facts; for example, official records document Hurricane Helene making landfall as a Category 4 hurricane before producing catastrophic inland impacts. 👇 What stood out to you most: personal responsibility, critical thinking, faith, or the need to strengthen our communities? Drop your thoughts below and keep the conversation going. Subscribe to Let ’R Rip Podcast for conversations about culture, music, business, faith, family, creativity and the people willing to say what they actually believe.
S2 · E4
August 5 · 1 hr 11 min
How to Build a Clothing Brand That Actually Lasts with Jeff Baustert | Let 'R Rip
What if everything you’ve been told about building a clothing brand is wrong? Anyone can print a T-shirt. Building a brand people actually believe in is a completely different game. Jeff Baustert spent years making little to no money while building Iron & Ink, proving that longevity isn’t built on hype, it’s built on consistency, quality, and refusing to quit. On this episode of the Let ’R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Jeff Baustert, founder of Iron & Ink Clothing Co. and drummer of Throw The Fight, for a raw conversation about what it really takes to build a successful apparel brand from the ground up. Jeff shares the real story behind Iron & Ink’s journey, from designing his first shirts with no experience, learning every aspect of manufacturing and screen printing, surviving the early years with little profit, growing an authentic community, landing in Tillys, partnering with musicians and tattoo artists, and why most clothing brands fail long before they ever have a chance to succeed. In this episode, we discuss: • Why “the market is saturated” is the biggest excuse entrepreneurs make • Anyone can print a shirt, but building a real brand is the hard part • The truth about apparel manufacturing, quality control, and sourcing garments • Merch vs. apparel and why there is a difference • How Iron & Ink landed major retail partnerships without sacrificing its identity • Building an authentic brand through consistency instead of hype • Working with musicians, tattoo artists, and creators to build community • Organic growth vs. paid advertising and what actually moves the needle • Why customer experience will always outperform clever marketing • The mindset required to survive years before seeing real success If you’re building a business, launching a clothing brand, creating content, making music, tattooing, or simply chasing something bigger than yourself, this episode is packed with lessons you can apply immediately. If this episode brought you value: 👍 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment with your biggest takeaway 📲 Share this with an entrepreneur or creator who needs to hear it 🔔 Subscribe to the Let ’R Rip Podcast for weekly conversations with leaders, creators, musicians, athletes, and entrepreneurs who are building with purpose. Listen & Follow Let ’R Rip: 🎙 YouTube 🎙 Spotify 🎙 Apple Podcasts 🎙 Instagram 🎙 TikTok Follow Jeff Baustert & Iron & Ink: Iron & Ink Clothing Co. Instagram: @ironandinkclothing Website: https://ironandinkclothing.com Jeff Baustert Instagram: @jeffbaustert #LetRRipPodcast #JeffBaustert #IronAndInk #Entrepreneurship #Streetwear #ClothingBrand #BrandBuilding #BusinessPodcast #SmallBusiness #TattooCulture #Musician #ThrowTheFight #Leadership #Marketing #ContentCreation #Ecommerce #CreativeEntrepreneur #ApparelBrand #StreetwearBrand #Podcast
S2 · E3
July 29 · 1 hr 34 min
The Truth About Patriotism, Purpose & Modern Men w/ Ian Wendt | Let 'R Rip
What Does It Mean to Be a Patriot? In this powerful episode of the Let ‘R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz engage in a deep conversation with Ian Wendt, entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Official Patriot Gear. Ian shares his lesser-known story: - Growing up in poverty - Being bullied throughout childhood - Losing his mother - Finding confidence - Building a recognizable patriot brand - Dedicating his life to helping men reclaim purpose, responsibility, and sovereignty This episode is not about politics but about leadership and becoming a dependable man for your family. Ian explains that patriotism is about serving your community, protecting your family, taking responsibility, and leading through action. Key Topics Discussed: - Media manipulation - Independent thinking - Entrepreneurship - Fatherhood - Faith - Service - Masculinity - Censorship - Modern men’s isolation Ian also shares the personal tragedy of losing his brother, which inspired him to launch The Modern Exodus. This movement helps men build stronger lives through accountability, brotherhood, and purpose. Lessons for Everyone: Whether you’re an entrepreneur, father, business owner, veteran, creator, or someone striving to be a better man, this episode offers lessons on freedom, responsibility, leadership, and legacy. It’s about people, not politics. Engage with Us: If this conversation resonated with you, please Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment. Subscribe for more raw conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and people building purposeful lives. Chapters: - 00:00 Welcome Ian Wendt - 00:45 Following Ian Since 2020 - 01:20 Growing Up Poor - 04:50 Family Struggles & Childhood - 07:15 Bullying & Fighting Back - 10:05 Becoming a Rebel - 15:40 Why People Stop Questioning Authority - 20:05 What Patriotism Really Means - 24:15 The Divide in America - 29:30 Serving Others Before Yourself - 35:45 Building Official Patriot Gear - 41:00 Why Action Matters More Than Content - 46:30 Sales, Leadership & Serving People - 52:15 Fatherhood Changed Everything - 57:20 Why Ian Waits Before Reacting to News - 01:04:30 Becoming a Better Father - 01:09:00 Did He Ever Expect This Success? - 01:17:30 Meeting Andy Frisella - 01:21:30 Standing Up Even When It Costs You - 01:25:40 The Modern Exodus - 01:28:40 Losing His Brother - 01:34:00 The Crisis Facing Modern Men - 01:38:30 Building Brotherhood - 01:39:30 Final Thoughts #IanWendt #LetRRipPodcast #OfficialPatriotGear #RealPatriotism #Patriotism #Leadership #Fatherhood #MensMentalHealth #Purpose #Freedom #Entrepreneurship #Brotherhood #Community #AmericanValues #SelfLeadership #PersonalResponsibility #Culture #Podcast #LongFormPodcast #YouTubePodcast #ModernExodus
S2 · E2
July 22 · 32 min
Jolt Cola, Bad Decisions & Season 2 | Jake & Mikey Let It Rip
Season 2, Episode 2 | Jake & Mikey Are Back Jake and Mikey are back for Season 2 of the Let R Rip Podcast—and this time, there’s no guest, no real plan, and apparently way too much Jolt Cola. What starts as a simple catch-up quickly turns into East Coast vs. West Coast trash talk, questionable beverage reviews, travel stories, bad jokes, random tangents, and the kind of conversation that happens when two longtime friends are left completely unsupervised with microphones. Jake shares stories from his recent trip to New York, why he finally stepped away from the laptop, and how learning to be present has changed the way he experiences life. Mikey reflects on his travels through Montana and Utah, why he no longer wants to be defined by a single title, and somehow manages to turn a conversation about Jolt Cola into an identity crisis. Along the way, they talk about taking a break from the podcast, embracing new experiences, friendship, creativity, travel, family, and the simple reality that life is a lot more fun when you stop trying to control every outcome. Mostly, though, this episode is exactly what Let R Rip is all about—two friends talking shit, laughing at each other, going completely off the rails, and somehow stumbling into a few meaningful conversations along the way. In This Episode: The return of Let R Rip for Season 2 Mikey’s obsession with Jolt Cola East Coast vs. West Coast Why the podcast took a break Jake’s trip to New York Mikey’s travels through Montana and Utah Living in the moment instead of filming everything Starting new chapters after 40 Tattoo culture, creativity, and identity Friendship, family, and questionable life advice What’s next for Let R Rip No scripts. No polished answers. No fake podcast voices. Just Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz catching up, talking trash, and letting it rip.
S2 · E1
July 15 · 1 hr 17 min
Tommy Vext: Faith, Recovery, Reinvention & Building With A Vengeance | Let 'R Rip Podcast
SEASON 2 STARTS HERE. Tommy Vext has lived more lives than most people will experience in a lifetime. From the underground New York hardcore scene to platinum records, global tours, addiction, homelessness, near-death experiences, recovery, public scrutiny, rebuilding from the ground up, and now launching With A Vengeance, Tommy joins us for one of the most honest conversations we’ve ever had on the Let 'R Rip Podcast. This isn’t an interview built around headlines. This is a conversation about what happens after life breaks you. We dive deep into the moments that shaped Tommy, not only as a musician, but as a man. He shares stories about growing up in New York, earning his place in hardcore, Divine Heresy, Snot, Westfield Massacre, filling in for Five Finger Death Punch, the worldwide success of Bad Wolves, writing music that reached millions, and why none of those accomplishments ultimately defined him. Instead, this episode explores something much bigger. Faith. Purpose. Recovery. Brotherhood. Leadership. Responsibility. The cost of conviction. And why becoming the man you’re meant to become is worth every setback you’ll ever endure. Throughout this conversation Tommy opens up about: • Growing up in the New York hardcore scene • Getting sober and rebuilding his life • His near-death experience that changed everything • Losing everything and starting over • Building With A Vengeance • The responsibility of leadership • Creating from purpose instead of ego • Brotherhood and loyalty • The music industry • Entrepreneurship • Living with conviction • Faith • Personal accountability • What success actually means One moment stood above everything else. “Nothing happened to me. It happened for me.” That single sentence perfectly summarizes this entire episode. If you’re an entrepreneur… If you’re a musician… If you’re rebuilding your life… If you’ve ever questioned your purpose… This conversation is for you. 👇 If something in this episode resonates with you, leave a comment and let us know your biggest takeaway. Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. FOLLOW TOMMY VEXT Instagram: @tommyvext2.0 YouTube: @WithaVengeanceBand Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3tgBwjfL3ycAT49VVpkfnE?si=xUXWwCRXQ9OKlHYafN5-1g Official Website: https://tommyvextofficial.com/ FOLLOW LET R RIP Instagram: @letrrippodcast CHAPTERS 00:00 Welcome Tommy Vext 01:15 Growing Up In New York Hardcore 08:42 Addiction & Recovery 15:40 The Near Death Experience That Changed Everything 26:11 Building A Career In Heavy Music 36:02 Global Success & What It Really Feels Like 47:53 Losing Everything 59:41 Building With A Vengeance 1:10:14 Faith, Purpose & Leadership 1:17:40 Final Thoughts
S1 · E5
May 20 · 1 hr 11 min
Pono Pau: Power Slap, Redemption & Becoming Da Hawaiian Assassin | Let 'R Rip
Pono Pau - better known as “Da Hawaiian Assassin” joins the Let ’R Rip Podcast for one of the rawest conversations yet. Currently ranked in Dana White’s Power Slap heavyweight division, Pono opens up about the reality behind the viral moments… the discipline, mindset, biomechanics, pain, sacrifice, and personal redemption that built his journey. Born and raised in Hawaii, Pono shares how he overcame addiction, legal struggles, and years of separation from his daughter to completely rebuild his life through faith, structure, and purpose. This episode dives deep into: The truth about Power Slap Athleticism & biomechanics behind slapping Mental toughness & discipline Building a personal brand Authenticity in the social media era Faith, redemption & self-growth Training methods & “The Slap Method” Brotherhood, struggle & purpose Why storytelling matters more than virality This isn’t just about fighting. It’s about becoming the best version of yourself. TRUTH OVER COMFORT. LET ’R RIP PODCAST Hosted by Jake Sirokman & Mikey Getz New episodes featuring musicians, fighters, entrepreneurs, tattoo artists, coaches, creators, and leaders who’ve built their lives through discipline, resilience, and relentless execution. NO FILTERS. NO SCRIPTS. JUST REAL CONVERSATIONS. FOLLOW PONO PAU: Instagram: @da_hawaiian_assassin FOLLOW LET ’R RIP: Instagram: @letrrippodcast #PowerSlap #PonoPau #DanaWhite #TheHawaiianAssassin #LetRRip #Podcast #MMA #CombatSports #PersonalDevelopment #Redemption #Discipline #Faith #Motivation #Heavyweight #UFC
S1 · E1
May 18 · 47 min
Dana Richards: Tattooing, War Horse Tattoo, Discipline & Building a Brand That Lasts | Let R Rip
Dana Richards joins Let R Rip for a raw conversation about tattooing, discipline, addiction, personal growth, spirituality, building a brand, and what it really takes to go from apprentice to shop owner. Dana is a professional tattoo artist and the owner of War Horse Tattoo in Bozeman, Montana. With over a decade in the tattoo industry, Dana has built a reputation through custom work, illustrative tattooing, convention travel, and relentless commitment to the craft. In this episode, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Dana to talk about coming up in the Inland Empire tattoo scene, learning under respected artists, opening War Horse Tattoo, launching a second location, building a real tattoo brand, overcoming destructive patterns, staying authentic online, and why most artists fail when they take their foot off the gas. This one hits tattoo culture, business, mentorship, social media, spirituality, addiction, discipline, brand building, and the mindset required to actually win. No filters. No scripts. No fake guru bullshit. Just truth over comfort. Follow Dana Richards: Instagram: @danatattoos War Horse Tattoo: Bozeman, Montana Follow Let R Rip Podcast: Hosted by Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz Raw conversations with tattoo artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, coaches, creators, and leaders building something real. Subscribe, comment, and Let R Rip.
S1 · E2
May 15 · 1 hr 4 min
Taylor Dayne Loyd: Fitness Truths, Reinvention, Tattoos & Why Most Coaches Are Full of Sh*t | Let R Rip
Taylor Dayne Loyd joins Let R Rip for a raw, hilarious, and brutally honest conversation about fitness, reinvention, online coaching, tattoos, motorcycles, social media, and what it really takes to build a body, a brand, and a life that feels aligned. Taylor is a personal trainer, online coach, former CrossFit athlete, USA Weightlifting coach, Precision Nutrition specialist, and the creator behind TDL Coaching. With over a decade of hands-on coaching experience, she brings a no-BS approach to fitness, strength training, women’s health, discipline, and long-term lifestyle change. In this episode, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Taylor to talk about why she hates influencer culture, why real transformation takes more than two workouts a week, why environment matters, why she left Texas for California, and why authenticity will always beat fake marketing. They also dive into tattoos, rebellion, coaching standards, group fitness, women lifting heavy, peptides, biohacking, sleep, caffeine, motorcycles, and why 2026 is Taylor’s year. No scripts. No filters. No fake guru bullshit. Just truth over comfort. Follow Taylor Dayne Loyd: Instagram: @tdl_does_life Coaching: @tdlers_coaching TikTok: @tdl_does_life Follow Let R Rip: Instagram: @letripodcast Hosted by Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz Subscribe for more raw conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, tattoo artists, musicians, fitness coaches, and leaders who are building something real.
S1 · E20
May 13 · 1 hr 19 min
From Addiction to Awakening: Paul Karasik on the Power of Psychedelics
In Episode 19 of the Let R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz sit down with Paul Karasik, founder and CEO of the Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles, for a raw and eye-opening conversation about psychedelics, addiction, microdosing, trauma, consciousness, and the future of healing. Paul founded the Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles in 2020 as a nonprofit organization focused on education, safe access, and community for people exploring higher consciousness. With decades of experience dating back to the psychedelic movement of the 1960s, Paul brings a rare perspective that blends lived experience, recovery, leadership, spirituality, science, and modern psychedelic education. This episode dives deep into the psychedelic renaissance and the growing conversation around plant medicine, LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, DMT, ayahuasca, mescaline, ketamine, microdosing, addiction recovery, trauma healing, anxiety, depression, and spiritual awakening. Paul breaks down why psychedelics are not simply about “getting high,” but about creating space from the ego, interrupting destructive mental patterns, and opening the door to deeper self-awareness. The conversation explores the default mode network, neuroplasticity, integration, safe use, intentional preparation, and why the experience itself means nothing without real-life change afterward. Jake also opens up about his own past with drugs, alcohol, cocaine, mushrooms, LSD, MDMA, and microdosing, sharing how intentional psychedelic experiences with his wife have helped create deeper connection, emotional awareness, and spiritual clarity. Mikey brings a grounded perspective from the lens of addiction, fear, sobriety, and the concern around people using psychedelics without proper guidance or intention. This is not a surface-level conversation about psychedelics. This is a real discussion about suffering, addiction, healing, consciousness, spiritual bypassing, ego death, safe access, and the responsibility that comes with using powerful tools. If you are curious about microdosing, psychedelic therapy, trauma recovery, plant medicine, addiction, higher consciousness, or the future of mental health, this episode is for you. Topics covered in this episode: Paul Karasik’s journey from the 1960s psychedelic movement to founding PILA The mission of the Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles Why psychedelics are becoming part of modern healing conversations Microdosing LSD, mushrooms, San Pedro, and other plant medicines Addiction, alcohol, cocaine, and breaking destructive cycles The difference between using psychedelics and abusing substances Why integration matters more than the trip itself Default mode network, neuroplasticity, and rewiring the brain Spiritual awakening, ego death, and higher consciousness The dangers of unqualified shamans and spiritual bypassing How couples can use intentional medicine experiences for deeper connection Why psychedelics must be approached with preparation, humility, and respect The future of safe access and psychedelic education Follow Paul Karasik and the Psychedelic Institute: Instagram: @psychedelic_awakening Follow Let R Rip Podcast: Hosted by Jake Sirokman and Mikey Getz No filters. No scripts. No surface-level bullshit. Just real conversations with people doing the work. Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing discussed is medical, legal, or therapeutic advice. Psychedelics remain regulated substances in many places. Always follow applicable laws and consult qualified professionals.
S1 · E4
May 10 · 1 hr 10 min
Austin D’Amond (Chimaira / DevilDriver) on Sobriety, Touring & Finding Purpose | Let ’R Rip
Austin D’Amond joins the Let ’R Rip Podcast for one of the rawest conversations yet. Known for his work with Chimaira, DevilDriver, Bleed The Sky, The Elite, and With A Vengeance, Austin dives deep into the reality behind heavy music, touring, addiction, sobriety, purpose, creativity, and rebuilding yourself from the inside out. This episode goes far beyond drums and metal. We talk: Growing up in the Southern California metal scene Showcase Theater memories Slipknot’s influence Joining Chimaira Touring the world Addiction & recovery Finding identity outside of music Brotherhood & creativity Mental health in the music industry Staying authentic in a fake world Why purpose matters more than fame No scripts. No filters. Just real conversations. TRUTH OVER COMFORT. FOLLOW AUSTIN D’AMOND Instagram: @aust1ndamond FOLLOW LET ’R RIP Instagram: @letrrippodcast YouTube: Let ’R Rip Podcast Spotify: Let ’R Rip Podcast TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 – Let ’R Rip Intro 00:18 – Exotic Animals & Chaos Begins 01:08 – How Austin Got Into Drumming 04:36 – Slipknot Changed Everything 06:28 – Discovering His Natural Talent 08:53 – The Early Southern California Metal Scene 10:07 – Forming Bleed The Sky 14:06 – Brotherhood & Being Part of a Team 18:15 – Joining Chimaira 21:18 – How Bleed The Sky Got Signed 24:20 – The Elite & Meeting Chimaira 27:35 – The Call That Changed Everything 30:18 – Purpose, Creativity & Lightbulb Moments 33:00 – Addiction, Touring & Recovery 36:03 – Sobriety & Rebuilding Life 39:36 – Music, Validation & Identity 42:57 – Shred Sober & Helping Others 46:17 – Advice for Young Musicians 49:12 – Why He Still Loves Music 52:11 – Creativity, Fear & Reinvention 57:10 – Staying Inspired as an Artist 01:03:03 – Recording Music Remotely 01:06:14 – Music as Escapism 01:07:39 – What’s Next for Austin? 01:10:04 – Favorite Live Bands 01:16:13 – Why Sublime Still Hits Different 01:17:22 – Final Thoughts
S1 · E19
May 6 · 1 hr 9 min
Why Most Men Fail Their Family (And Don’t Even Know It) | Kyle Carnohan of Super Human Fathers | Let ’R Rip
What does it actually take to become a strong father, present husband, and disciplined man? In Episode 19 of Let ’R Rip, we sit down with Kyle Carnohan, founder of Superhuman Fathers, a global movement helping men rebuild their lives through fitness, faith, leadership, and family. Kyle’s story is not polished. It’s raw. From: Losing everything in 2008 Fighting anxiety, self-doubt, and identity Rebuilding through discipline and physical transformation Becoming a firefighter paramedic Building a multi-million dollar coaching business Then losing it… and finding something deeper This episode dives into what most men avoid: - Marriage struggles - Fatherhood pressure - Faith vs ego - Discipline vs identity The truth about “success” WHAT WE COVER: Why most men feel lost (even when they “look successful”) The reality of marriage, sex, and communication How to lead your family without controlling them Why fitness alone won’t fix a broken man The truth about making money vs living aligned Faith, Jesus, and modern masculinity Parenting struggles and raising strong kids The “warrior monk” mindset explained Why success can actually destroy your life ABOUT KYLE CARNOHAN: Kyle Carnohan is a former firefighter paramedic and founder of Superhuman Fathers, a high-level coaching program helping men become: Physically strong Emotionally grounded Spiritually aligned His philosophy is simple: “We do the most. We need the least.” Built on 4 pillars: Body Being Balance Business Kyle teaches men how to stop surviving… and start leading. ABOUT LET ’R RIP: No filters. No scripts. No bullshit. Just real conversations about: Masculinity Business Faith Family Discipline Hosted by Jake Sirokman & Michael Truth over comfort. Always. CONNECT WITH KYLE: Instagram: @superhumanfathers Power Couple Playbook: @powercoupleplaybook Join his daily 5AM men’s calls via his IG link
S1 · E3
May 4 · 1 hr 5 min
Burnout Is a Lie for Most Men | Matt Vincent on Discipline, Purpose & the ‘Not Dead Yet’ Mindset
What if you’re not actually burnt out… you just never built discipline? In Episode 3 of the Let R Rip Podcast, we sit down with Matt Vincent - 2x Highland Games World Champion and founder of the Not Dead Yet movement. This conversation hits hard. We break down: The difference between real burnout vs excuses Why most men feel lost even after success How to build discipline without self-hate The concept of “deloading” your life and business Why your identity is the real problem-not your circumstances Matt shares how he went from elite athlete and apparel entrepreneur to building a life rooted in purpose, creativity, and presence. This isn’t motivation. This is a reality check. If you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or chasing something that still doesn’t fulfill you… This episode is for you. Connect with Matt Vincent: Instagram: @notdeadyet_life Website: mattvincent.net Subscribe for more raw, unfiltered conversations: Truth over comfort. Always.
S1 · E6
May 4 · 1 hr 2 min
Brandan Schieppati (Bleeding Through) - Music, Fitness, Branding & Staying Real in a Fake World | Let ’R Rip
What does it actually take to build a brand that lasts? In this episode of Let ’R Rip, we sit down with Brandan Schieppati - frontman of Bleeding Through, former member of Eighteen Visions and Throwdown, and founder of Rise Above Fitness - to break down the real truth behind music, fitness, business, and authenticity. From the early Warped Tour days to building a cult following in hardcore and metal, Brandan shares how staying true to himself helped him evolve from musician to entrepreneur — without ever selling out. This isn’t a highlight reel. This is what it actually looks like behind the scenes. WHAT WE GET INTO: The REAL story behind Bleeding Through and early 2000s hardcore Building a brand through authenticity (not trends) Why most people fail in fitness, business, and content The truth about the supplement and fitness industry How Rise Above Fitness was built from the ground up Why “being yourself” is the ultimate competitive advantage The shift from online coaching back to in-person connection Music, mental health, and dealing with dark periods Why chasing trends will destroy your brand long-term Grassroots marketing vs. social media illusions The mindset it takes to NEVER have a plan B ABOUT BRANDAN SCHIEPPATI: Brandan Schieppati is the vocalist of Bleeding Through, a pioneering band in the metalcore and hardcore scene since 1999. Before that, he was a guitarist and songwriter for Eighteen Visions (1997–2002) and also performed with Throwdown, helping shape an entire era of heavy music. Outside of music, Brandan is the founder of Rise Above Fitness in Huntington Beach, California — a gym built on culture, discipline, and community. He’s an ISSA-certified personal trainer known for his no-BS approach and his signature “parking lot workouts” developed while touring. THIS EPISODE IS FOR: Coaches, trainers, and gym owners Musicians, creatives, and entrepreneurs Anyone trying to build a REAL brand People tired of fake social media success Anyone who values truth over comfort ABOUT LET ’R RIP: No scripts. No filters. No bullshit. Just real conversations with people who actually live it. Hosted by Jake Sirokman & Michael, Let ’R Rip brings together leaders from music, fitness, business, and culture to talk about what it really takes to build something meaningful.
S1 · E18
April 29 · 1 hr 16 min
Rick Thorne on Reinvention, Discipline & The Truth About Longevity in the Game
Rick Thorne, known as “The Biker in Black,” is a legendary BMX rider, X Games competitor, ESPN host, musician, and creator of the Stay Rad movement. In this episode of Let ‘R Rip, Rick shares the real story behind his decades-long career, from the early days of BMX to building a personal brand before social media, to reinventing himself through music, media, and mindset. This conversation dives deep into: The cost of staying relevant for over 40 years The mental shift required to reinvent yourself Letting go of people pleasing, guilt, and fear Building identity beyond your career The difference between passion and discipline Why most people stay stuck and how to break out This is a raw, honest conversation about longevity, growth, and what it really takes to keep evolving.
S1 · E17
April 22 · 1 hr 8 min
Aaron “Bubble” Patrick on Metal, Touring, Discipline & Building a Life in Music | Let "R Rip
In this episode of the Let R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey sit down with Aaron “Bubble” Patrick - bassist, tour manager, and longtime veteran of the metal and hardcore scene. Aaron has played with Bury Your Dead, All That Remains, DevilDriver, Kingdom of Sorrow, and more, while also tour managing for major acts including Hatebreed, Bring Me The Horizon, and most recently helping oversee the first U.S. tour for Lords of the Sound, the Ukrainian symphonic orchestra. This conversation goes far beyond a standard music interview. Aaron breaks down what it was really like going from welding and local bands to touring with massive acts like Korn, Deftones, Stone Sour, and more. He shares the reality of staying in the game for decades, the behind-the-scenes world of tour management, what it takes to survive life on the road, and how fitness, discipline, recovery, and self-work became essential to longevity. This episode covers: Aaron “Bubble” Patrick’s journey through metal and hardcore Bury Your Dead, All That Remains, DevilDriver, and Kingdom of Sorrow tour management and behind-the-scenes life in music opening for Korn on Family Values the reality of building a long-term music career fitness, sobriety, discipline, and mental resilience life lessons from the road ADHD, creativity, and staying driven why growth never stops in music or in life If you’re a musician, creative, tour manager, hardcore fan, metalhead, or someone trying to build a career around passion and discipline, this one is packed with perspective. #AaronPatrick #BubblePatrick #BuryYourDead #AllThatRemains #LetRRipPodcast #MetalPodcast #HardcorePodcast #TourLife #MusicIndustry #TourManager #HeavyMusic #MetalScene #HardcoreScene #MusicianLife #Discipline #Growth #Sobriety #FitnessForMusicians #LifeOnTheRoad
S1 · E16
April 17 · 52 min
What Real Success Actually Looks Like | Jake & Mikey on Freedom, Purpose & Social Media
In this episode of the Let R Rip Podcast, Jake and Mikey sit down for a raw conversation about success, freedom, social media burnout, real-life connection, and what it actually means to build a life that matters. This is one of the most honest Let R Rip conversations yet. They break down how easy it is to lose yourself trying to build a brand, chase attention, keep up with content demands, and perform for the algorithm. They talk about the shift away from constant posting, the pressure of online validation, and why real success has nothing to do with appearing important on the internet. This episode covers: • what success actually means • why freedom matters more than attention • social media burnout and overexposure • real-life relationships vs online performance • building businesses through trust and connection • how creators lose themselves in content • why doing less can produce more • the value of individuality over cookie-cutter systems • building a life you actually want to live Jake and Mikey also unpack the evolution of Force of Focus, Creator’s Standard, and Let R Rip, along with the lessons learned from multiple pivots in business, identity shifts, and years of chasing growth in all the wrong ways. They dive into why chasing more=more content, more attention, more validation, can actually pull you further away from the life you’re trying to build, and how stepping back allowed them to reconnect with what actually matters: family, freedom, relationships, and real-world impact. This conversation isn’t about hacks, trends, or tactics. It’s about truth. Because at the end of the day… success isn’t what it looks like online. It’s the life you get to live when the phone is down.
S1 · E15
April 15 · 1 hr 11 min
Josh Coburn on Purpose, Discipline, Freedom & Living a Real Life
In this episode of the Let R Rip Podcast, Jake Sirokman and Mikey sit down with Josh Coburn for a raw conversation on purpose, masculinity, freedom, discipline, social media, and what it really means to build a life that feels real. Josh breaks down what led him to leave the rat race, move to Nicaragua with his family, and step away from the constant grind of modern life. But this conversation goes far beyond relocation. It dives into identity, work ethic, discomfort, entrepreneurship, family, faith, and why so many men feel lost when they stop chasing purpose. They talk about what happens when you disconnect from the noise, why real life matters more than online validation, how discipline builds confidence, and why the best things in life happen when you keep showing up without obsessing over outcomes. This episode covers: purpose and reinvention escaping burnout social media vs real life discipline and masculinity entrepreneurship and freedom family, faith, and responsibility why men need purpose learning to embrace discomfort building a life you actually want If you’re a business owner, creative, entrepreneur, father, or someone who feels like there has to be more than the daily grind, this conversation is going to hit.
S1 · E14
April 8 · 55 min
The Truth About Artists: Why Talent Alone Fails | Charles (TASTE)
What if the “starving artist” mindset is actually the thing holding you back? In this episode of Let ’R Rip, we sit down with artist and creative professional Charles Lewis to break down the real reason most creatives struggle and how to actually build a successful career without sacrificing your life, your family, or your sanity. This conversation goes way deeper than art. We get into discipline, faith, relationships, mental health, and the real foundation behind creative success. Because the truth is… Your best work doesn’t come from chaos. It comes from alignment. WHAT WE GET INTO: Why the “starving artist” mindset is complete bullshit Creating from trauma vs. creating from stability How discipline, family, and faith impact creativity The difference between persona vs. real creative identity Why most artists stay stuck (and how to break through) The importance of self-awareness and emotional stability Why your environment determines your creative output Building confidence to turn creativity into a business Choosing the right clients and projects as you level up Why responsibility = freedom in creative careers ABOUT CHARLES LEWIS: Charles Lewis is a seasoned artist and creative professional with years of experience in painting, graffiti, and visual design. Known for his raw perspective and disciplined approach, Charles blends art, life, and business into a philosophy rooted in growth, responsibility, and purpose. His work and mindset challenge the outdated belief that great art must come from suffering - replacing it with a model built on structure, discipline, and alignment ABOUT LET ’R RIP: No scripts. No filters. No bullshit. Just real conversations with creatives, entrepreneurs, and leaders who actually live it. Hosted by Jake Sirokman & Michael, this podcast is built on one thing: Truth over comfort.
S1 · E13
April 2 · 1 hr 19 min
Rob Smead on Successrifice, Business, Discipline & the Tattoo Industry | Let ’R Rip
Rob Smead is a professional tattoo artist, serial entrepreneur, founder of Electrum Supply, and creator of Successrifice. In this episode of the Let ’R Rip Podcast, Rob sits down with Jake Sirokman and Mikey to talk about: ⚡ Building Electrum from a basement startup into a global tattoo brand ⚡ Entrepreneurship, discipline, and personal freedom ⚡ The difference between critics and operators ⚡ Journaling, mindset, and self-awareness ⚡ Fitness, balance, and mental health ⚡ Identity struggles in the tattoo industry ⚡ Authenticity in a world full of fake personas ⚡ Violence, prison, personal growth, and transformation ⚡ Creating Successrifice and the Warrior Journal ⚡ What it truly means to become the best version of yourself This conversation dives deep into business, self-development, creativity, leadership, fatherhood, authenticity, and the sacrifices required to build a meaningful life. NO FILTERS. NO SCRIPTS. JUST REAL CONVERSATIONS. 🎙️ LET ’R RIP PODCAST Truth Over Comfort. Follow Rob Smead: Instagram: @noflashninja Website: successrifice.com Follow Let ’R Rip: Instagram: @letrrippodcast #RobSmead #ElectrumSupply #TattooPodcast #Entrepreneurship #Successrifice #SelfDevelopment #TattooIndustry #Mindset #Leadership #Fitness #Authenticity #LetRRipPodcas

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