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Feddun

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  • S4 · E3
    June 3 · 1 hr 38 min

    Comedian Evan Rossi

    What happens when you actively refuse to make money from your art so you don't learn to hate it? In this episode of Overeducated and Underemployed, host Feddun sits down with comedian and experimental musician Evan Rossi for a wide-ranging, chaotic, and deeply insightful conversation. Evan breaks down his philosophy on keeping your passions strictly as hobbies, his childhood obsession with tape manipulation that birthed his lo-fi project Dactyloi, and his time writing sketch comedy for Murderfest. Plus, Fedin and Evan pull no punches while discussing why modern social media crowd work is ruining live comedy, their mutual love for cult classics like UHF and The Monkees' "Head", and why hot dogs are just "the smooth, pink fruit of industry." 👉 Check out Evan's experimental music project, Dactyloi, on Bandcamp! daktyloi.bandcamp.com Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun #ComedyPhilosophy #TheMonkees #TapeArt #Plunderphonics #Underemployed Podcast

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  • S4 · E2
    May 28 · 1 hr 8 min

    Comedian Epolight Lavalle

    Virtual Reality saved stand-up comedy during the pandemic—but for East Coast comic Epolight, it became a wild, unpredictable playground for mastering human psychology. In this episode, Epolight breaks down the bizarre, hilarious, and paradigm-shifting world of VR comedy. We dive deep into navigating crowd dynamics as a stealth trans comedian, the brutal grind of the tri-state open mic circuit, and the sheer sensory overload of performing a stand-up set to a virtual room filled with Grover from Sesame Street and a speedo-clad Ronald McDonald. If you've ever wondered how comedians handle a brutal bomb, control a room's energy, or adapt to the future of digital performance (even if it means communicating strictly via avatar finger-guns), this masterclass in comedy mechanics is for you. 🔥 CHANNELS MENTIONED & UPCOMING GUESTS: Hit that SUBSCRIBE button! We have a massive season lined up, including upcoming episodes with: • Comedians Sean Lubin & Evan Rossi • Parliament-Funkadelic bass legend Lige Curry • Film composer Matthew Cravener • Musician Franz Nicolay 🎵 FOLLOW OUR GUEST: Follow Epolight: https://www.instagram.com/epolight__/ Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S4 · E1
    May 20 · 1 hr 2 min

    S4 E1 | The Magic of Word of South and Cascades Park History

    Welcome back to Season 4 of Overeducated and Underemployed! To kick off the new season, we are diving deep into the heartbeat of Tallahassee’s cultural scene: the Word of South Music, Arts, and Literature Festival. In this episode, we chart the fascinating, sometimes dark, and deeply resilient history of Cascades Park—from its origin as a toxic gas plant graveyard to holding the Prime Meridian of Florida and becoming home to the Adderley Amphitheater. We also take a nostalgic trip through iconic festival mashups of the past (including running slides for Lee Bains III & John T. Edge) and break down a legendary 2018 Muscle Shoals Eddie Hinton tribute set. Finally, we take you behind the scenes of the 2026 festival, including a killer late-night set by Taylor Hollingsworth at the Blue Tavern, watching Earth, Wind & Fire side-stage with Lee Bains, Danny Bedrosian’s comic book panel, and an unexpected backstage hang with Amythyst Kiah and Chuck Reece (Salvation South). ⚠️ VISUAL NOTE: This episode features tons of exclusive video clips and archival photos from the festival! If you're listening on an audio-only platform, head over to our YouTube channel to see the full experience. What we cover in this episode: • The 35-year toxic freeze and EPA cleanup of Cascades Park. • How a "halfway point" compromise between Pensacola and St. Augustine created Florida's capital. • Preserving hard truths: The dark history of the park’s lynching tree and the legacy of Centennial Field. • The legendary 2018 Eddie Hinton tribute supergroup featuring Patterson Hood, David Hood, Spooner Oldham, and John Paul White. • A deep dive into the "School of P-Funk" culture and why George Clinton's legacy thrives through musicians like Danny Bedrosian and Lige Curry. • Falling head over heels for Amythyst Kiah’s music and unearthing a mutual connection to rock idol Butch Walker. RESOURCES & LINKS: • Pre-order Lee Bains’ upcoming poetry book: [INSERT LINK] • Listen to Danny Bedrosian’s podcast "Danny on Everything": [INSERT LINK] • Learn more about Word of South Festival: https://wordofsouthfestival.com/ • Support Salvation South: https://www.salvationsouth.com/ https://www.hubcity.org/books/poetry/work-lunch Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E16
    April 15 · 53 min

    George Clinton, P-Funk & The Future of Funk | P-Funk Fest 2026 Documentary

    This week on Overeducated and Underemployed, for the Season 3 Finale, we’re bringing you a full mini-documentary from P-Funk Fest 2026 — a celebration of the life, legacy, and ongoing influence of George Clinton and the Parliament-Funkadelic universe. Photos by Mike White: Deadlydesigns.com Recorded in Tallahassee, Florida at Phipps Farm, this episode blends live performances, backstage interviews, and deep conversations with members of the P-Funk family. You’ll hear from musicians, organizers, and longtime collaborators as they break down what funk really is — not just as a genre, but as a philosophy, a performance style, and a cultural force that shaped everything from hip-hop to rock. From the influence on artists like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Kendrick Lamar, to the technical discipline behind the music itself, this episode explores why P-Funk continues to matter across generations. Featuring: Danny Bedrosian (Parliament-Funkadelic) Shonda Clinton Desmond D'angelo (Soular System) This isn’t just a concert recap — it’s a look at how a musical movement survives, evolves, and stays alive through live performance and community. If you’ve ever wondered why funk can’t be defined — this episode is your answer. Follow the show for more interviews, live recordings, and deep dives into music, culture, and creative work. https://pfunkfest.com/ https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/make-my-funk-the-pfunk-9798881800642/ https://www.instagram.com/dannybedrosian/ https://www.patreon.com/DannyBedrosian https://www.youtube.com/@dannyoneverything https://www.youtube.com/@GeorgeClintonPatreon https://www.patreon.com/GEORGECLINTONPFUNK https://georgeclinton.com/family/lashonda-sativa-diva-clinton/ https://www.discogs.com/artist/4226275-LaShonda-Clinton?srsltid=AfmBOoqeZcffLGLtIA_AWK6_U4WsztuAZFHohFJN0ycxZIzUsxAIp8A1 https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/sativa Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB tovciEDRoRNudB Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E15
    April 8 · 1 hr 59 min

    Carson Taylor (Comedian and Musician)

    On Overeducated and Underemployed, Feddun introduces comedian Carson Taylor (YouTube special Tally Ho) Carson shares early music and comedy influences— Taylor’s childhood guitar obsession sparked by School of Rock, and formative concert memories including Bonnaroo and North Mississippi Allstars. Taylor describes wanting to be a musician, playing in bands, and a pivotal 2011 Phish show that cemented his desire to perform live. He explains starting stand-up in 2014 after supporting a friend at Mobile open mics, his evolving comedic style from shock humor to more structured material, touring to test jokes for a 30-minute special, and sobriety from alcohol for two years. They also cover Kill Tony’s impact on comedy, Taylor’s band Shropshire Collective, and his plan to edit his own special. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr_LABhrL9DfI7ktjPqg1yA https://www.facebook.com/shropshirecollective/ https://shropshirecollective.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/carsontaylorcomedy/ https://www.facebook.com/carson.taylor.5015/ Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E14
    April 2 · 1 hr 7 min

    Nuci's HeAthens Homecoming Drive-By Truckers Auction

    This episode covers the 2026 Drive-By Truckers Heathens Homecoming Auction that Benefits Nuci's Space. Features interviews with Nuci's Staff, Fans, and Jay Gonzalez of the Drive-by Truckers returns to the podcast! Overeducated and Underemployed covers the Drive-By Truckers Heathens Homecoming barbecue and annual auction at Nuci's Space in Athens, Georgia, a fundraiser featuring Patterson Hood and the Three Dimes Down community. The host interviews Teri (Nuci's Space communications and special events manager) about their 25-year mission, low-cost therapy and rehearsal rooms, Amplify Studio (Chris Byron, Ethan Houseman), and Camp Amped youth programs; she notes last year raised over $100,000 and this year likely surpassed the goal. William, A Nuci's Space staffer, shares a personal speech about Camp Amped, and mental health. Courtney, the Facebook group admin, explains the multi-night Homecoming events, bake sale, volunteer challenges, Hank Matthews’ legacy, and an estimate of over $800,000 raised. Fans Anna, journalist Nancy Einhart (Mundane Mayhem), and Lorna from Glasgow discuss community, and Jay Gonzalez recounts touring with Hood, Nuci's Space’s impact, and why he’ll never leave Athens. https://www.nuci.org/donateform https://www.drivebytruckers.com/ https://www.mundane-mayhem.com/ Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E13
    March 25 · 47 min

    Thelma & The Sleaze (LG, Hot Sauce, Tinkerbell)

    On Overeducated and Underemployed, Feddun interviews Thelma and the Sleaze (with LG Hot Sauce and Tinkerbell) before their show at The Bark, discussing their love of black cats (including rescuing tour-kitten Pepper), early music influences (ZZ Top “La Grange,” Jimi Hendrix, Creedence Clearwater Revival), and how they started playing and writing songs. They preview their new, heaviest power-trio record, Cowgirls From Heck, recorded as 11 songs in two days at Battle Tapes in Nashville, emphasizing live chemistry, anger about the state of the country, plus community action like Food Not Bombs. https://thelmaandthesleaze.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thelmaandthesleaze/ https://stores.inksoft.com/TATS/shop/home https://www.facebook.com/thelmaandthesleazeofficial/ https://www.tixr.com/groups/pfunkfest/events/lets-take-it-to-tha-stage-p-funk-festival-2026-168844 Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E12
    March 18 · 1 hr 11 min

    Manda McKay (Veterinary Illustrator, Artist, Thurtine Collective)

    On Overeducated and Underemployed, Feddun interviews visual artist, YouTuber, and veterinary/medical illustrator Manda McKay about early influences, childhood art training from her mom, and Veterinary Illustration. McKay explains her education at UGA (scientific illustration) and a master’s in medical illustration at the Medical College of Georgia/Augusta, including cadaver lab, and her first job at Auburn University Vet School. She discusses finding her artistic voice through realism, constraints, and organic/foraged objects, and her book Artistic Alchemy (2013–2025) on Amazon, created during recovery from a cardiac ablation. She describes trauma-processing themes (FGM, escaping a kidnapping attempt) and previews her “feral feminism” field guide project. https://mandamckay.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrbGp69jIB8fPdSKFb9t2Hw https://www.amazon.com/Artistic-Alchemy-Manda-McKay/dp/B0GDVZV4F4?ref_=ast_author_mpb https://www.facebook.com/MandaMcKayArt/ https://www.instagram.com/imaginista_manda_mckay/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1457391745467351/ https://www.eventbee.com/v/tally-wheel-comedy-presents-sean-lubin-and-feddun/event?eid=287221195 https://www.tixr.com/groups/pfunkfest/events/lets-take-it-to-tha-stage-p-funk-festival-2026-168844 Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E11
    March 11 · 1 hr 18 min

    Matt Lane (The Lanes, The Possibilities, Drive-By Truckers, Sloan Brothers)

    Feddun interviews Matt Lane (first drummer for Drive-By Truckers; The Possibilities; The Lanes; Sloan Brothers) In the interview, Lane recalls early influences (“Sailing” by Christopher Cross), buying Quiet Riot, growing up in Bainbridge, moving to Athens in 1994, and playing Nowhere Bar, Friar Tuck’s, and Atomic Music Hall. He describes The Possibilities’ DIY cassettes (Loser Stew) and recording Way Out with Jay Gonzalez and Chris Gray, plus Drive-By Truckers origins with Patterson Hood, Mike Cooley, John Neff, and Adam Howell. Lane details recording Gangstabilly at Dave Barbe’s Chase Park, touring realities, working jobs (pizza delivery, liquor store), a stint back in Bainbridge, returning in 2010, and making The Lanes record toward Heathens Homecoming. https://thelanesathensga.bandcamp.com/album/the-lanes https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Lanes-100070827577161/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APYrplTkL38 https://open.spotify.com/album/0TkHy7q7DexRD7OaI7R8V9 https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kbrvHUH9tP7XjWp5DMNVBFvyrAXIJjcdc https://www.eventbee.com/v/tally-wheel-comedy-presents-sean-lubin-and-feddun/event?eid=287221195 https://www.tixr.com/groups/pfunkfest/events/lets-take-it-to-tha-stage-p-funk-festival-2026-168844 Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E10
    March 5 · 1 hr 14 min· Video

    Carrie Hamby (Blue Tavern Owner, Belmont & Jones)

    On Overeducated and Underemployed, Feddun interviews Carrie Hamby, owner of the Blue Tavern and musician in Belmont & Jones, about early influences (Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass, Jesus Christ Superstar, Disney records, Chopin, Brandenburg Concertos, South Pacific, The Music Man), learning piano and later guitar/mandolin, bluegrass/old-time and blues covers (Ma Rainey, Memphis Minnie), touring with The Mayhaws, and how Blue Tavern fosters a safe, respectful third space with intimate live-music energy. https://bluetaverntallahassee.com/ https://www.facebook.com/bluetaverntallahassee/ https://www.instagram.com/bluetaverntallahassee/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/belmontandjones/ https://www.tixr.com/groups/pfunkfest/events/lets-take-it-to-tha-stage-p-funk-festival-2026-168844 Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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  • S3 · E9
    February 25 · 47 min

    Shonda Clinton (Parliament Funkadelic Vocalist and Tour Manager, P-Funk Fest Organizer)

    Overeducated and Underemployed features an interview with Shonda Clinton (the “sativa diva”), vocalist and tour manager for Parliament-Funkadelic and George Clinton’s granddaughter promoting the first annual P-Funk Festival (P-Funk Fest) on April 11 at Phipps Farm in Tallahassee, Florida (11am–11pm). Shonda discusses growing up around P-Funk, starting with the band on the 1994 Lollapalooza tour, moving from merch to performing (including a Paris show at the Hot Brass Club) and later tour managing, plus how G-Funk and hip-hop (Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Scarface, Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Rakim) elevated George’s legacy; she recounts a Las Vegas “Paid in Full” event where Dr. Dre credited George Clinton as his key influence. They preview P-Funk Fest as an all-ages, 12-hour, all-day P-Funk family-reunion-style festival with vendors, food, crafts, art/archive elements, possible silent disco, a Godby High School marching band ribbon cutting, and many acts including 4/20 Funk Mob, Kendra Foster, Secret Army, Ligedelic, Semi Funk, Norwood Fisher sit-ins, 3G, Peso Paid, 13, Soular System, Pharaohs of Funk, Star Child Jr., and God’s Weapon, with George Clinton planning to attend all day. Feddun also plugs a P-Funk Week show with Danny Bedrosian at the Blue Tavern (solo set of 1975 Parliament-Funkadelic songs and his book Make My Funk the P-Funk). https://www.tixr.com/groups/pfunkfest/events/lets-take-it-to-tha-stage-p-funk-festival-2026-168844 https://pfunkfest.com/ https://georgeclinton.com/family/lashonda-sativa-diva-clinton/ https://www.discogs.com/artist/4226275-LaShonda-Clinton?srsltid=AfmBOoqeZcffLGLtIA_AWK6_U4WsztuAZFHohFJN0ycxZIzUsxAIp8A1 https://rateyourmusic.com/artist/sativa Theme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudB New Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnoses Title inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/ https://www.patreon.com/Feddun

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