CASSINGLES

Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn
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Cassingles is where music, memory, creativity, and survival collide. Hosted by educator and musician Chris Margolin alongside educator, artist, and spiritual creative Courtney Margolin, the show dives deep with the songwriters, punk legends, indie lifers, teachers, producers, and culture-shapers who built their lives around art.

  1. fa 4 dies

    CASSINGLES: ILLOGIC - GLOW UP MY WORLD

    On Episode 14 of the CASSINGLES Podcast, Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn welcome underground hip-hop legend Illogic for a conversation about growth, purpose, creativity, and the people who help us become the best versions of ourselves. Known for decades of thoughtful lyricism and deeply personal storytelling, Illogic shares the lessons behind his music, the importance of community, and how real transformation rarely happens alone. Before the interview, Courtney introduces this episode's classroom lesson, "Glow Up My World," exploring how the people around us influence our confidence, identity, and ability to grow. Whether you're an educator, music fan, artist, or someone trying to become a little better every day, this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration. Lesson: Glow Up My WorldGuest Teacher: Illogic 🎧 Listen Everywhere: 🎵 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cassingles🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cassingles/id1896837435 🌐 Follow CASSINGLES Website: https://www.cassinglespod.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassinglespodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cassinglespodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassinglespod 🎙️ Follow the Hosts Chris Margolinhttps://www.instagram.com/chrismargolinmusic Courtney Dawnhttps://www.instagram.com/themargolin If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, leave a comment, and share it with someone whose world has helped yours glow a little brighter. Every song has a story. Every story has a lesson. #CASSINGLES #Illogic #HipHop #UndergroundHipHop #Podcast #MusicPodcast #ChrisMargolin #CourtneyDawn #IndependentMusic #Education #Teachers #Growth #PersonalDevelopment #Storytelling #HipHopCulture #MusicEducation #CreativeProcess #Interview #NewPodcast #GlowUpMyWorld

  2. 23 de jul.

    CASSINGLES: REBECCA PORTER - EAT YOUR CAKE

    Rebecca Porter joins Chris Margolin & Courtney Dawn for Episode 13 of CASSINGLES to talk about the songs that shaped her life, the experiences that shaped her journey, and the lessons she's learned along the way. In this conversation, Rebecca reflects on discovering music, finding her voice, the artists who inspired her, and why the right song can stay with us for a lifetime. It's an honest discussion about creativity, resilience, and the moments that define who we become. For this episode, Courtney's lesson is "Eat Your Cake," an exploration of embracing joy, celebrating the present, and giving ourselves permission to savor the moments that matter instead of always waiting for what's next. At CASSINGLES, every guest brings one song that helped shape who they are. From that song comes a conversation about identity, memory, and the life lessons music leaves behind long after the final note. Listen & Follow CASSINGLES 🌐 Website: https://cassinglespod.com 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Nw4QkzD0wJ7eK8KJ5m9fK 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cassingles/id1896837435 📺 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@cassinglespod 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cassinglespod 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/cassinglespod 🎵 TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@cassinglespod 🧵 Threads: https://threads.net/@cassinglespod Hosted by Chris Margolin & Courtney Dawn. Music is the roadmap to our lives.

  3. 16 de jul.

    CASSINGLES: JAY WEINBERG (SLIPKNOT, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, AGAINST ME!, FUMING MOUTH) - THE RHYTHM OF WHIM AND WHIR

    Jay Weinberg—known for his work with Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Against Me!, Madball —joins CASSINGLES for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, identity, perseverance, and the songs that helped shape his life. In this episode, Jay reflects on growing up surrounded by music, building his own identity as a drummer, and embracing the twists and turns of a career that has taken him from punk clubs to arenas around the world. We discuss the importance of curiosity, finding joy in the creative process, and why staying open to new experiences is essential for both artists and people alike. This isn't an interview about promoting a new record. It's a conversation about the music that leaves permanent fingerprints on our lives—and the lessons we carry with us long after the song ends. Episode Title: The Rhythm of Whim and Whir Jay Weinberg is one of the most respected drummers of his generation. Throughout his career, he has performed with Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Against Me!, Madball, and Infectious Grooves, earning a reputation for his explosive energy, technical precision, and musical versatility. Whether performing in intimate clubs or on the world's biggest festival stages, Jay has consistently approached music with passion, humility, and an unwavering commitment to growth. Every artist has songs that changed their life. Every song has something to teach us. Hosted by Chris and Courtney Margolin, CASSINGLES explores the music that shaped some of today's most influential musicians. Each episode ends with an original classroom-inspired lesson developed from one song chosen by the guest, proving that great music can be one of life's greatest teachers. If you believe music has the power to educate, inspire, and connect us, you're in the right place. 🌐 Website: https://cassinglespod.com 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LwK5x5mnL1m6Lh4t3FQdY 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cassingles/id1896837435 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cassinglespod 👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, subscribe, leave a comment, and share the episode. It helps us continue bringing meaningful conversations with incredible artists to music fans around the world. #JayWeinberg #Slipknot #Drummer #MusicPodcast #CASSINGLES #MusicInterview #PunkRock #Hardcore #Metal #AgainstMe #InfectiousGrooves #Madball #Musicians #Podcast #RockMusic About Jay WeinbergAbout CASSINGLES

  4. 9 de jul.

    CASSINGLES: SAM BETTENS (K's CHOICE) - THE ROADMAP TO OUR LIVES

    What happens when life asks you to become someone even more authentic than the person the world already knows? In Episode 11 of Cassingles, hosts Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn welcome Sam Bettens, the unmistakable voice of the internationally acclaimed alternative rock band K's Choice. From the breakthrough success of Not an Addict to life on stages around the world, and from serving as a firefighter to returning to music with renewed purpose, Sam shares a remarkable story of resilience, identity, creativity, and the songs that carried him through every chapter. Together, we explore: The origins and rise of K's ChoiceThe stories behind the band's most enduring songsFinding identity beyond fameTransitioning publicly and living authenticallyHow becoming a firefighter changed Sam's perspectiveReturning to songwriting with fresh purposeWhy music remains the roadmap to our livesThis is an honest, thoughtful, and inspiring conversation about courage, reinvention, and the lifelong lessons hidden inside the songs we love. Songs that raised us. Lessons that stayed. 🎧 Listen & Subscribe 🌐 Website: https://www.cassinglespod.com 🎙 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3z0xVx2E1q2R0QK9j1T3Bk 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cassingles/id1896837435 ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cassinglespod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassinglespod 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cassinglespod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cassinglespod If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music lover. Every listen, rating, and comment helps us bring more incredible artists and stories to the show. #Cassingles #SamBettens #KsChoice #NotAnAddict #AlternativeRock #MusicPodcast #MusicInterview #SingerSongwriter #ChrisMargolin #CourtneyDawn #SongsThatRaisedUs #LessonsThatStayed

  5. 2 de jul.

    CASSINGLES: JON SNODGRASS (ARMCHAIR MARTIAN / DRAG THE RIVER) - AN ODE TO THE NUMBERS

    Episode 10: An Ode to the Numbers | Jon Snodgrass (Armchair Martian) What if the numbers in our lives tell the story long before we realize it? In Episode 10 of CASSINGLES, Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn welcome Jon Snodgrass (Armchair Martian, Drag the River, Scorpios) for a conversation about life on the road, decades in punk rock, songwriting, friendship, and finding meaning in the moments most people overlook. For Courtney's lesson, we explore how numbers become powerful storytelling tools—dates, ages, addresses, times, statistics, and small details that quietly shape our memories and our writing. Honest, funny, reflective, and deeply human, Jon reminds us that the best songs—and the best stories—often begin with the smallest details. The songs that raised us. The lessons that stayed. Find CASSINGLES everywhere:🎧 Spotify🍎 Apple Podcasts▶️ YouTube🌐 www.cassinglespod.com Follow us:Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • X: @cassinglespod Guest suggestions and partnerships:cassingles@cassinglespod.com

  6. 29 de juny

    CASSINGLES: TOSH THE DRUMMER (ALKALINE TRIO/LADY GAGA) - PATHWAY TO A HEARTBEAT

    Some lessons are learned with words. Others are learned through rhythm. In this episode of CASSINGLES, Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn sit down with drummer Tosh Peterson for a conversation about music, discipline, creativity, and the rhythms that shape our lives. From finding purpose behind the drum kit to discovering how every beat connects us to something larger, Tosh shares the lessons that have guided his journey as both a musician and a person. "PATHWAY TO A HEARTBEAT" is a conversation about persistence, passion, and the idea that rhythm is more than keeping time—it's what gives life its pulse. Guest Teacher: Tosh Peterson Lesson Theme: Pathway to a Heartbeat 🎙️ CASSINGLES: A Side-A Education Podcast The songs that raised us. The lessons that stayed. Hosted by Chris Margolin & Courtney Dawn 🌐 Website: ⁠www.cassinglespod.com⁠ 📸 Instagram: @cassinglespod 📘 Facebook: @cassinglespod 📬 Business & Booking: ⁠cassingles@cassinglespod.com⁠ If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the episode. Every listen helps us bring more artists, educators, storytellers, and musicians into the conversation.

  7. 25 de juny

    CASSINGLES: JEFF CAUDILL (GAMEFACE / LOW COAST) - ANYONE CAN WRITE A SONG

    What makes a great songwriter? According to Jeff Caudill, it isn't technical perfection or years of experience—it's having the courage to tell the truth. In this episode of CASSINGLES, Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn sit down with Jeff Caudill (Gameface / Low Coast) for a conversation about creativity, vulnerability, and why songwriting is more accessible than most people believe. Drawing from decades of writing, recording, and performing, Jeff shares the lessons he's learned about finding your voice, trusting your instincts, and realizing that every meaningful song begins with a single honest idea. "ANYONE CAN WRITE A SONG" is a reminder that creativity isn't reserved for professionals—it's a language available to anyone willing to listen, reflect, and create. Guest Teacher: Jeff Caudill (Gameface / Low Coast) Lesson Theme: Anyone Can Write a Song 🎙️ CASSINGLES: A Side-A Education Podcast The songs that raised us. The lessons that stayed. Hosted by Chris Margolin & Courtney Dawn 🌐 Website: www.cassinglespod.com 📸 Instagram: @cassinglespod 📘 Facebook: @cassinglespod 📬 Business & Booking: cassingles@cassinglespod.com If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the episode. Every listen helps us bring more artists, educators, storytellers, and musicians into the conversation.

  8. 22 de juny

    CASSINGLES: KENNY FEIDLER - THE COSMIC STORY WITHIN

    Some songs tell stories. Some songs help us understand our own. In this episode of CASSINGLES, Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn sit down with singer-songwriter Kenny Feidler for a conversation about identity, purpose, creativity, and the search for meaning in a complicated world. Drawing from his experiences as an independent artist and storyteller, Kenny reflects on the lessons hidden within life's biggest questions and the role music plays in helping us navigate uncertainty, growth, and self-discovery. "THE COSMIC STORY WITHIN" explores the idea that every person is part of something larger than themselves—and that understanding our place in the story may be one of life's greatest pursuits. Guest Teacher: Kenny Feidler Lesson Theme: The Cosmic Story Within 🎙️ CASSINGLES: A Side-A Education Podcast The songs that raised us. The lessons that stayed. Hosted by Chris Margolin & Courtney Dawn 🌐 www.cassinglespod.com 📸 Instagram: @cassinglespod 📘 Facebook: @cassinglespod 📬 Business & Booking:cassingles@cassinglespod.com If you enjoy the show, please follow, rate, review, and share the episode. Every listen helps us bring more artists, educators, storytellers, and musicians into the conversation.

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Cassingles is where music, memory, creativity, and survival collide. Hosted by educator and musician Chris Margolin alongside educator, artist, and spiritual creative Courtney Margolin, the show dives deep with the songwriters, punk legends, indie lifers, teachers, producers, and culture-shapers who built their lives around art.

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  • Creació
    Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn
  • Anys en actiu
    2026
  • Episodis
    15
  • Qualificació
    Explícit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Margolin and Courtney Dawn
  • Lloc web del programa
    CASSINGLES
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