Rat Nest Podcast

Today we upload Rat Nest's Farewell for Now episode. We will be taking a little break from producing the podcast to focus on our next ventures in life. We talk about what made this seem right and reminisce about the last few years of doing the podcast. It's been amazing getting to interview all the amazing artists we have had on over the years. Thank you to everyone who watched, listened or shared. This is not good bye, it's Farewell for now.

Episode 81 we sit down with DJ Criminal to talk about his travel experiences around Afghanistan, Japan, and Thailand just to name a few. In addition to insight on djing and turntablism, we talk about how he started down the artistic path that led him to where he is today. Was he played in a movie by Macaulay Culkin? Listen to find out. You can check out his most recent work "Smuggler's Candle" at www.djcriminal.com and soundclound, bandcamp, etc. Keep up to date on Instagram @djcriminal

In this episode we sit down with artist, painter and photographer SHITHOUSEMOUSE. we talk about Florida, trains and all the rad stuff he is doing with his life. @shithousemouse on instagram go support at shithousemouse.shop

Chris Tsagakis is a professional drummer who plays for the bands Rx Bandits and The Sounds of Animals Fighting. We fan boy out a little and I touch my face a lot (nervous habit). Chris aka Cgak also paints, makes electronic music and runs a indie record label that supports independent artists. Go check out all his projects in the links below. https://rxbanditsofficial.com/ https://thesoundofanimalsfighting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/headphone_music/ https://www.instagram.com/ctsagakis/ https://www.instagram.com/cgak_official/

This week we talk with long time rodent Charles Glaubitz. Charles is an illustrator, painter, author, and an all-around creative inspiration. We talk about his latest installment in the Starseeds series, ancient stories, his usage of color, and more.

Today we sit down with comic book artist Tony DiPasquale and talk to him about his comic book nugget, and make lots of references about how old we are compared to these talented young artists out these days, like Tony. Enjoy.

Isaac Roller is a Comic maker, illustrator, writer, and dad. Hes based in New York and you can follow along with his work on instagram @dreamtown.comix and www.isaac-roller.com

In episode 75 we sit down with our long time friend Drea who is a jewelry maker and silver smith and the owner of Studio Sphinx. We talk about her experience living in LA and get into some discussion about her jewelry. Check out her wares on her instagram @studiosphinx

Today we sit down with the incredible rap duo Candy's .22. Existereo and Barfly talk about how they met, how they bonded and what has made Candy's .22 the decade spanning underground hip hop group we all can't wait to hear again. We also talk to Barfly about his new book which you can buy at concussedcreations.com.

In this episode we sit down with artist Gysek from The Bay. we talk about how he started art and what the Graf scene is like in LA and the bay.

Today we sit down with our long time friend AJ Salazar who is an amazing drummer from multiple projects. We talk about bands we used to be in and all the good times we had.

Today we sit down with Kelly from Goblin Shark Emporium, which is a unique little art, music, vintage and more shop in Oceanside, CA. we talk about her art journey and what it took to get her own shop up and running.

Hank Simmons is our friend. In addition to that he's a rad person and amazing artist. The amount of energy and love he puts into his work is only matched by his ability to make a fart joke at any given moment. Go check out his work on instagram and patreon @blood_sermon

We talk about staying creative and on top of projects, experimenting with different forms of visual art and his current show in Riverside, Ca at Pain Sugar Gallery. You can check out his work on instagram @deladeso www.deladeso.com and stream his show "Mas Fun Tv" on all streaming platforms or at www.masfuntv.com

In this episode, Matt and Jim catch up over some coffee and too many beers after not getting together for over a month. It was a great day in the studio for us. Hope you enjoy it.

This week, Jim had covid so Matt sat down with Andrew Barsoum aka BloodyGums for a one on one interview. They discuss running pop ups, working with artists and so much more.

Adam D Martinez is a professor, musician, wordsmith, author, and all around solid human being. We talk about the path that led him to today, the struggles of creative brain, and the influence we hope to have on a younger generation. I also interrupt a lot in this episode, sorry. I was excited. Go check him out on instagram @adam.etal and on his site, www.adametal.soy

In episode 65 we welcome back Amber Giusti to talk about AI art, the internet and how she's been creating. Cat Groups? Is New Zealand on the map? you'll find out! You can check out more of her art on instagram @clown.fruits

In episode 64 we talk to Uncle Gil from Spread Love Comix. We talk about how Spread Love got its start, the energy it takes to put together anthologies, and much more. Check out the available work at spreadlovezine.com

Nicholas Danger is a graphic designer, illustrator, self-published author, and muralist based in San Diego, California. In this episode we talk about dabbling in different art making techniques, taking on projects whenever possible, traveling for art, and more! Check out more of Nicks work on instagram @nicholasdanger and on his site: https://www.nickmcpherson.com