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The Band Dads Podcast
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Ever sat through a band concert wondering how your kid suddenly knows 12 instruments but still can’t find their shoes? Or nodded along as the band director explained “dot books” and “horn angles” like you weren’t completely lost? Then The Band Dad’s Podcast is for you!
Join us as we break down the wild, wonderful, and slightly chaotic world of band parenting with humor, sarcasm, and just enough actual knowledge to keep us from getting kicked out of the booster club. Whether you're a seasoned band parent or still figuring out what a “reed” is, we’ve got your back. Tune in—confusion loves company!
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Episodes
15 episodes
The Encore You Didn’t Know You Needed
Season 1 of the Band Dads Podcast was nothing short of amazing—and it’s all thanks to YOU, our incredible listeners! In this special finale episode, the Band Dads take a moment to reflect on the wild, hilarious, and heartfelt journey o...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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Backstage with Miles Denny
In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Band Dads sit down with the one and only Smiles Smenny—better known to the rest of the world as Miles Denny, the beloved and slightly infamous Band Director at Basha High School.This sp...
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A (Useless) Year in Review Part II
We’re back with Part 2 of our deep dive into the most useless cirriculum with the most valuable outcomes in schools today: music. This time, the Band Dads pick up where they left off, moving beyond marching season and int...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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33:41
A (Useless) Year in Review Part I
As the school year wraps up, the Band Dads dive into a two-part reflection packed with insight, sarcasm, and heart. In Part 1, Scott makes a bold claim—music education might just be the most useless curriculum in school... and...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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32:00
Band Dads Mailbag # 4 / Episode 8 Tuesday Teaser
In this mini episode, Scott opens up the mailbag to tackle a thoughtful and timely question: why are some school marching bands shifting away from competition and toward becoming showcase ensembles? He breaks down the many factors behind this t...
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Band Boosters – Cult or Comedy?
🎭 Band Boosters – Cult or Comedy? 🎶In this episode, Scott and Chris take a hilarious yet honest dive into the world of band booster organizations—comparing them (lightheartedly) to a cult... but don’t worry, in thi...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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46:33
Who's in charge here?
🎓 Who's in charge here? 🥁In this episode, Band Dads Chris and Scott shine a spotlight on the real MVPs of every program—the Band Directors. Scott pulls back the curtain on what it takes just to become a band director, rev...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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49:31
Do the dollars make sense? / The Money Episode Part 2
💰 Do the dollars make sense? 🎺 This is a MUST LISTEN episode as Scott and Chris break down the real cost of a marching band season—dollars and cents included. They dive into:The band fees you pay and...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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45:09
Band Dads Mailbag # 3 / Epsiode 5 Tuesday Teaser
First a gracious and humble THANK YOU for the continued response to this podcast. We are so happy and overwhlemed at the reception of the Band Dads across the country and across the globe!Scott takes on the mailbag this week in response ...
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10:51
What's it worth? / The Money Episode Part 1
💰 What’s It Worth?💰Band is expensive—but how do we actually determine what something is worth? In this first episode of our two-part special on band finances, Scott flips the script and interviews Chris, tapping into his ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:20
Band Dads Mailbag # 2 / Episode 4 Tuesday Teaser
First, we recognize some of the amazing cities that truly have invested in The Band Dads Podcast and offer a way for you and your community to be a part of the show! Listen in so you can take part!Next, from our mailbag, we share the wri...
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14:12
Do you hear what I hear?
Download Episode 3 Judging Infographic and Marching Band Judge Certificate Here🎺🎶 Ever wondered how marching band judges score performances? Confused by the rankings? In thi...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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Band Dads Mailbag #1 / Episode 3 Tuesday Teaser
The Band Dads bring you a special new feature this week! First a THANK YOU as the response to this podcast has been truly incredible, and it turns out people other than Scott's Mom and Golden Retriever are interested in this topic!<...
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12:48
Why Music? Why Band? And Why Should You Care?
🎺 In this episode, the Band Dads dive headfirst into the big questions:Why is music—especially band—so important?What life-changing benefits does band offer?Are we too quick to let kids quit?Have mus...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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44:32
The Band Dad's Podcast Preview
🎺 Introducing... The Band Dads! 🎶Chris Flynn and Scott Lang are teaming up to bring you a podcast by confused band parents, for confused band parents! (That means ALL band parents—not just dads!) Whether you’re drowning in fundraising fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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