The Motern Media Infomercial Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Absolutely legendary weekend for Motern Media. Thanks to all who attended! When we planned it, it was called Premiere Weekend. But it quickly took on a life of its own and turned into Hot Tub Weekend.
Farley and Sleison discuss many things, including the new Motern Media duo, JUNIOR BEEF AND THE CHIEF!
In the history of The United Kingdom, someone probably referred to the rest of Europe as "The Continent."
Farley and Sleison discuss how they never made it to the movies to see The Order, which will remain one of the great regrets of their lives.
Matt discusses several important topics, including this playlist: Call him: 603-644-0048
August has been busy and exciting for Motern Media. Matt describes all that's happened.
Big June consisted of events in Cambridge, Brooklyn, Delmar, and Baltimore. Along the way, Matt recorded his thoughts and discussions with Pete, Charlie, Froggy, and Tom. This engaging episode compiles all those discussions!
Matt was the subject of a huge article in The New York Times this weekend. He and Elizaeth discuss it.
Matt did the worst thing a podcaster can do: he accidentally erased an episode before posting it. Apologies to Juan and Chris, who called in to talk during the original episode.
Matt gets people pumped for a show in Orlando, then he officially announces Motern Extravaganza Weekend 2024!
Pete Peterson, aka The Album Doctor, comes by to record a song and talk with Matt about several important topics, including THE WINNER OF THE COVER SONG CHALLENGE!
Farley and Scalzo have one final album that will be released by the end of December. While you await that epic work of art, study up on their fascinating history. Part 2 next week!
Matt and J. M. DeSantis first met at a convention at Vassar College in 2017, then again there in 2018. Now, they have a legendary discussion on a picnic table in Danvers after enjoying breakfast at The Portside Diner.
Farley traveled to Sleison's house and recorded this great conversation in Sleison's living room. Good!
Pete and Farley answer fan questions and discuss important issues by a fire in Pete's backyard during an unseasonably warm October night in Massachusetts.
The Fifty concludes with ROLLER RINK, a sweet collection of Songs of The Summer. After you listen to this fascinating preview of the album, make sure you listen to the whole album and the rest of The Fifty several times per week for the rest of your life. Motern Summer Ganza is August 6th in Peabody, Massachusetts.
Important topics are discussed. Please keep listening to The Fifty. It's an important work. Buy Boston Johnny on Vimeo! Thanks!
After the first leg of their tour, Froggy, Matt and Tom check in to let everyone know how it's going.
The exciting conclusion. I can't get over how many great performances are on these two episodes! Text me with your ideas for who should win: 603-644-0048
We got so many entries that they couldn't fit on one episode. Make sure you also listen to PART TWO. Text me to let me know who you think should win: 603-644-0048
After hearing a discussion of these brilliant songs, you will want to listen to . Good!
We're going on tour! Friday, Janaury 13: 7pm at Tapley Hall in Danvers, MA Saturday, January 14, 7pm at The Peabody Marriott in Peabody, MA
Sleison joins us to discuss how he has a major role in the upcoming movie Boston Johnny. Other important topics are also discussed.
Zarek and Zach and Truman join Matt to discuss their movie, which you should purchase on Vimeo!! Ganza 2 is very soon. You should attend, ok?
Matt is hosting a Ganza in September. If you want to attend, let him know by emailing moternmusic@hotmail.com
Before recording a song for the new movie, Pete and Matt have a brief conversation, which is fascinating.
Elizabeth joins Matt to discuss their new kitten, along with other very important topics.
Sleison joins Farley to discuss important issues, including Jr. Beefs, Gone Baby Gone, and Mony Mony.
Matt discusses Motern Ganza 2022! He also discusses the recently-announced Motern Extravaganza 2022, and the publication of The Motern Method. Very good!
Matt drove to Charlie's house to talk about the release of Metal Detector Maniac. Go to Gold Ninja Video to order your copy of the Blu Ray. It will be on Blu Ray only for 6 months. Then it will be on Vimeo too. This was recorded in November, which is why we discuss The Ganza as if it hasn't happened yet.
Pete and Matt announce the winner of the Cover Song Challenge. Please come to the Ganza on New Year's Day.
A special guest joins Farley for some of this exciting episode. Come to the Extravaganza on 9/3!
It's called HEARD SHE GOT MARRIED. You must purchase it on Vimeo. Then you must convince 10 other people to also do that. Get to work!
Extravaganza 2021 is officially set for Friday, 9/3. Get your tickets at moternmedia.com.
14 years after its release, FREAKY FARLEY (2007) finally gets an official commentary with director Charlie Roxburgh and producer Matt Farley. Line this up with your copy of FREAKY FARLEY!
Pete and Matt discuss their latest masterpiece. This is a Master's Class in homemade creativity. Listen closely. Please listen several times to SWEETHEART DEAL by THE FINKLESTINKS. Then post about it on social media. Thanks!
Go to Spotify RIGHT NOW and follow THE MOTERN MEDIA ANALYSIS PODCAST. Contact Casey on twitter (@CaseyThatGuy) if you want to ask to be on a future episode to discuss a classic Motern Media album.
Matt talks about goals! Deadline for Motern Media Cover Song Challenge is Christmas Eve!!! Email mp3s to . Max: 2 songs, 5 minutes max per song.
Listen to this great conversation with Alex Maier. Then, go watch FIGURE IT OUT ON THE HAYDUKE TRAIL on Amazon Prime. Here's the link:
Elizabeth joins Matt to talk about the Extravaganza. They also call a few listeners! Motern Media Cover Song Challenge deadline is 12/24/20. Send up to 2 covers to . Limit 5 minutes per song.
Pete joins Farley in the basement so they can pass on information and stories to the listeners.
Froggy and Farley play clips from their brilliant new album THE BEYOND by Brennan McFarley.
I received so many songs this year that I had to break the episode into 2 parts. It's MANDATORY that you listen to all of both parts!
Charlie Roxburgh joins Farley to talk with Justin Decloux about his life as a movie distribution executive.
Several of you sent in questions and comments. Now listen to Matt read those questions / comments, and then rant about them! Good fun!
Great episode! Matt tells a couple stories. Then he talks with Odilon Green about his new album. Then he talks with BangSplat about his new project!
Pete and Frog join Farley to rehearse for their New England Tour, which is comprised of shows in Medford and Danvers, Massachusetts. Part 2 (and possibly Part 3) of this podcast will be released soon!
Matt is no longer a Local Legend. He's now a Global Elite Legend because he's been invited to perform at The Bell House in Brooklyn on May 16. Get tickets here: Preserve the memory of Matt's Local Legend days by purchasing the exciting new Blu-Ray edition of Local Legends here: goldninjavideo.com
Farley welcomes Sleison to the basement, where they discuss several extremely important topics.
The Global Elite are now aware of Matt Farley thanks to a delightful story about him that was published in The Wall Street Journal. Listen to Matt rant about it with Pete in this thrilling episode.
She journeyed over a great portion of this nation to experience the Residency Show. Now, she visits the basement to discuss that, as well with her new E.P. with Mitch. Her new band with Mitch is called Power The City, and their E.P. is called 2020 Vision. Check it out.
Pete and Farley discuss several very interesting things in this episode. Come see their next Residency Show on Saturday!!
I completed The Ancient Forces Trilogy with this new album, entitled THESE ARE THE FORCES. Let me know what you think! I also created a new playlist called ANCIENT FORCES, which combines the best tracks from these last 3 albums. Let me know if I should make any changes to it. Here's the playlist link: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3DG0AmroA6l2EWZ0KE94oS
Mitch joins Matt to discuss his debut album. This is a great episode! Listen to Mitch's band, Tod Got Overexcited, wherever you listen to music!
I'm going to be extending the Residency through September of 2020. I haven't selected the dates yet, so if you'll be in the area on any Saturday between now and then, let me know so I can try and schedule a show on that night! Text me: 603-644-0048
Pete joins Farley in the basement to discuss several things. Then Farley goes off on a rant about how much rage he feels!
Somewhere in this great episode, Matt announces the winner of Motern Media Cover Song Challenge! But first, you must listen to Frog and Farley talk about their new secret mini-album. It was originally called Side One by Brennan / McFarley. But the rules of digital music forced them to change it to Wednesday Night Chronicles by Brennan McFarley. It's available on all your favorite music sites. Please check it out. It's really good!
This is a great Motern Media Cover Song Challenge! Listen to it because it is great. Let Matt know which one you like best by calling or texting him at 603-644-0048. Tune in to the next episode, when the winner is announced. Also in the next episode: a surprise Motern Media Announcement! What could it be?
Matt spent a couple weeks making a new album, which he dissects for you in this exciting episode.
He did it! He released his 20,000th song! Now, listen to him complain about how the world doesn't worship him.
Legendary musician Bang Splat joins Matt in the basement to discuss his career, and to recap Motern Extravaganza Weekend, which was really great! For a fascinating account of the weekend from someone who attended it for the first time, check out the latest episode of Decency with Delorean: https://soundcloud.com/decencywithdelorean/swapcast
Monday is World Motern Day. Please celebrate it. Also, please get 5,000 of your friends to celebrate it.
Farley checks in with Charlie Roxburgh, Jon Cross, and Jim Wallace to discuss their first weekend of shooting the new movie!
This is an ultra-important episode that covers such topics as our upcoming Ivy League performance, Peter Kuplowsky's recent run-in with someone we've discussed on the show, Matt's newfound friendship with a major Hollywood superstar, and more! Tune in to WHRB () on Friday night, March 15th at 10pm to hear Matt and Pete show those Ivy-Leaguers a little something about how to rock and roll!
Some local geniuses have requested that we entertain them in a few weeks. So we got together to rehearse.
Listen to Matt and Elizabeth listen to a Big Heist song on local Boston radio! Thrilling!
Matt checks in with Anthony Frith to discuss the aftermath of the doco, working with Werner Herzog, and other important issues.
This is a great conversation with T-Max, a local music legend! He published The Noise, a great Boston Music Magazine, from 1981 until 2018. (Important update: The 76ers lost! Matt is done betting on sports until May 25th.)
Great episode! LOCAL LEGENDS is now on Amazon Prime. Please watch it. It's free if you're a Prime member. It's just a few dollars to rent or purchase if you're not a Prime member.
Listen to this great conversation with J.E.A. Wallace, the brilliant poet (and co-host of The After Movie Diner). He has a new book that you must preorder now. Here's the link: I ordered a copy! So should you! Support poets!
An analysis of MO75 Vol. 2, which is REALLY GOOD. Please listen to this album a lot. Also, please preach to friends about the greatness of The Big Heist.
Scalzo and Farley discuss important topics during breaks from their emergency recording session for MO75 V2 and V3, which are shaping up to be very great.
Listen to us listening to our song get played on a radio station in Boston! Woo! MO75 Vol. 2 should be out in mid-November!! Let us know of these lines you prefer: "Let the rocks roll and the struts stroll" or "Let the rocks roll 'til the bells toll" 603-644-0048
Ok, people! MO75 Vol. 1 is now available to stream everywhere. On this episode, I provide you with all the fascinating inside info behind each track. After you've been fascinated by this episode, do the right thing by listening to MO75 nonstop for the rest of the month. Also, please share it with friends, write reviews, harass your favorite celebrities with links to the album, play it for friends, etc. We put way too much work into this, and we will be very sad if it goes completely unnoticed. Thanks! Matt Farley 603-644-0048
This is the OFFICIAL Slingshot Cops commentary track with Director/Writer/Editor Charlie Roxburgh and Producer/Writer/Actor Matt Farley. You can just listen to this discussion as is, or you can listen to it while watching the movie (just press play on each of them at the same time!) Enjoy!
Hey! Our movie MONSTERS MARRIAGE & MURDER IN MANCHVEGAS is now on Amazon Prime! On Saturday, September 22 at 9pm EDT, we're all going to watch the movie at the same time and tweet about it. It's going to be so much fun! Please do this so it's not just me and Charlie tweeting to each other about how great our movie is. Thanks!
Matt tells Pete about how he earned some attention recently in Kansas City and New Jersey. They also discuss MO75 Volume 1, which will be released in early October. It's so good. Wow!
She goes by a couple of different names, so let's just call her @supermeowy. Follow her on twitter after listening to this great talk Matt had with her!
Congratulations to everyone who entered this year's Challenge. It was a REALLY impressive collection of talent. If you didn't win, please go to to purchase your tickets to Motern Extravaganza. We all seriously need to meet each other and hang out at this great event! The morning after the Extravaganza, I will once again challenge any brave souls to 1-on-1 basketball at a local park. None of you have any chance to beat me.
Matt and Frog discuss their first of 3 days working on MO75. They also discuss how Matt was disrespected by HDTGM.
Matt saw the cheerleader from the song "Shorts Too High," and he ambushed her for an interview!
The new album will not be by The Finklestinks. On this exciting episode, we decide the new name of the band! What will it be?
Pete joins Farley in the basement to start work on MO75 SOUNDTRACK, which will be the greatest triple album of all time!
PJ Sykes joins Matt to discuss the new (and final) release by his band Hoax Hunters. Great conversation! Check out Hoax Hunters on Spotify!!
This is a great episode with Anthony Frith, the director of LESSONS FROM A MIDDLE CLASS ARTIST. We recorded this episode back in October, when we were working on the doco!
Great episode! It's an epic meeting between the most prolific songwriter in the US and the most prolific songwriter in Australia!
The live album is here! Frog and Farley discuss it! They also discuss their huge plan to record an epic TRIPLE ALBUM this summer. Oh my goodness!
Shortly after Matt went undefeated in basketball, he sat down in the basement to have this great talk with Peter Kuplowsky.
If you're listening to this on Sunday, make sure to Celebrate World Motern Day by listening to OFFICIAL MOTERN MEDIA PLAYLIST on Spotify.
Matt hangs out in The Vault for a while and takes calls from fascinating people. Great episode.
22 listeners sent in songs for Matt to analyze in this excellent episode! If you need any info on any of these great artists, call Matt at 603-644-0048
Matt discusses more of his favorite music that you might not have heard before. Go here to buy Motern Media Merch: Go here to buy your ticket to The Extravaganza: email an mp3 of 1 of your original songs to so Matt can analyze it on the next episode!
Pete and Matt discuss the recent release of the Australian Doco LESSONS FROM A MIDDLE CLASS ARTIST, which is all about Matt. Watch it if you're in Australia! To order a Motern Media T-shirt or sweatshirt, go to this page: Woo!
The controversial Billy Reilly joins Matt in the basement to discuss several controversial topics.
Sleison finally makes it to the basement--and it was worth the wait! Great episode! Call Matt at 603-644-0048
Sleison bailed on Matt again. So Matt takes calls from a few listeners, then shares the audio from his recent, breathtaking appearance on local college radio!
Charlie joins Matt to discuss the embarrassing experience of getting their work flagged! Then Matt keeps trying to end the podcast, only to remember he's got more fascinating stories to share!
Froggy and Farley discuss important issues. Then we get to hear most of the live-stream rehearsal (you would have heard it all, but Farley forgot to hit the "record" button at the start!) Then Frog, Tom and Farley discuss several important topics.
Froggy made it to the basement through The Storm of The Century! After a great practice session in the basement, he and Farley recorded this great podcast in which they beg you to watch the YouTube Live Stream, which will be Saturday 3/3 at 8pm EDT. Check Twitter for the link!
Matt played at No Such Con in Poughkeepsie over the weekend. Listen to him talk about it. On Saturday night, The Motern Manly Band will be performing live on Youtube at 8pm EDT. Please watch! The link will be posted on Twitter / Facebook / etc. around an hour before the show.
In the first of what may be several Music School episodes, Matt analyses and album that is near and dear to his heart.
Matt gives a moderately motivational pep talk that takes into account the fact that we are all human beings who need to relax sometimes. Then he examines a new playlist that collects early Finklestinks songs.
Pete and Farley got together to rehearse for WMDE2. Before and after the session, they recorded this great episode.
Remember this classic episode from September of 2016? Pete and Farley put on this exciting performance LIVE on YouTube! It's a good example of World Motern Day Extravaganza, which is fast approaching. We only have 13 tickets sold. So embarrassing!
Sleison joins Farley in the basement to discuss important issues. They also speak with some fascinating people on the telephone.