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In this incredible episode, the guys are joined by heavy metal legend and Twisted Sister frontman, Dee Snider.
Dee opens up about the frightening health reality check that ultimately forced his retirement from live performances. He details the hypertension, heart conditions, and worn-out joints that led his family to intervene and beg him to stop touring to save his own life. He also shares a hilarious story about how Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson almost convinced him to risk a comeback after bragging about thrusting and parrying on stage with his own new hips.
The conversation dives deep into rock history, highlighting Dee's lifelong commitment to sobriety since the age of 13 and his beautiful, unlikely friendship with Motörhead's Lemmy Kilmister. Dee reveals how Lemmy acted as a guardian angel by introducing Twisted Sister and saving them from a hostile UK festival crowd early in their career, and expresses what it meant to receive one of the rare bullets containing Lemmy's ashes after his passing.
Dee also discusses his unwavering integrity over the years, from his iconic PMRC Senate hearing testimony against Al Gore to his relentless advocacy that helped secure a $750 million insurance payout for the victims of the Station Nightclub fire. Finally, he explains the deeply personal reason he decided to try ayahuasca and plant medicine for the very first time at 70 years old to help him transition from a lifelong "warrior" into a peaceful "wizard."
This episode is an absolute masterclass in rock and roll history, storytelling, and personal integrity! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more amazing interviews, and check out Craig and Chris on their respective comedy and music tours.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Intro: Dee Snider on Twisted Sister, Health & Lemmy
00:02:57 The Terrifying Medical Diagnosis That Forced Dee Snider to Retire
00:08:33 George Carlin's Best Advice on Aging and Mortality
00:11:35 Dominating Morning Radio vs. Howard Stern
00:13:38 The Dark Psychology Behind Celebrity Impressions
00:16:14 "Don't Tell Your Mother": Dee Snider's Intense Dad
00:17:40 Surviving the 80s: Why Dee Snider Stayed 100% Sober
00:20:32 Receiving Lemmy Kilmister's Ashes Inside a Bullet
00:22:12 Twisted Sister Fired Dee Snider for a Coffee Addiction?
00:25:53 Will Twisted Sister Continue With a New Lead Singer?
00:30:15 Who Will Replace Dee Snider in Twisted Sister?
00:32:08 Stopping the Show: Why Dee Snider Protected Female Fans
00:35:48 Inventing the Stage Dive (And When It Went Horribly Wrong)
00:37:45 The PMRC Senate Hearing: Destroying Al Gore's Censorship
00:42:12 The Dirty Reality of Washington Politics Exposed
00:44:29 The Station Nightclub Fire Tragedy & The Aftermath
00:47:51 Shaming the Music Industry: $750M Justice for Great White Fans
00:51:08 Escaping Peru During Peak COVID-19 Lockdowns
00:52:41 Why Dee Snider Took Shrooms for the First Time at 70
00:56:00 Ayahuasca, Plant Medicine, and Ending "Warrior Mode"
00:59:42 Losing Control: How the Rockstar Ego Almost Destroyed Him
01:02:14 Healing Generational Trauma & Forgiving His Father
01:05:31 The Brutal Reality Behind Writing "The Price" on a Toilet
01:08:35 From MTV Fame to Complete Bankruptcy in the 90s
01:10:47 Why Twisted Sister Hated Soundchecks with Dee Snider
01:11:53 Hiring a Bodyguard to Protect the Audience FROM Dee Snider
01:15:40 "I Didn't Speak Lemmy": Translating Motörhead
01:16:46 Was Lemmy Kilmister Literally an Earthly Angel?
01:21:39 How Motörhead Saved Twisted Sister from a Hostile UK Crowd
01:24:34 The Emotional Reality of Announcing His Retirement
01:26:28 Surviving the 80s Rockstar Ego & Staying Married
01:32:23 When Five Finger Death Punch Opened for Twisted Sister
01:35:22 George Carlin: Crossing the Finish Line Bruised & Beaten
01:36:31 Tricking Paul Stanley with a Fake Gene Simmons Impression

In this episode, Chris and Craig are joined by a true icon of the heavy metal scene, Riki Rachtman, the legendary former host of MTV's Headbangers Ball and the founder of the infamous Cathouse club in Hollywood.
Riki brings an absolute masterclass of rock history to the show, sharing wild and previously untold stories from the 1980s sunset strip era. He opens up about his early days as a DJ selling cocaine hidden inside mixtape cassettes, and how he organically built the Cathouse into the ultimate hangout spot for bands like Mötley Crüe and Guns N' Roses. You will hear hilarious and shocking behind-the-scenes tales, including the time Axl Rose wanted to rent a private island to fight Vince Neil to the death with swords, what Slash was really like back in the day, and the truth about the diseases floating around the Cathouse.
The conversation also takes a deeply personal turn as Riki gets vulnerable about his mental health journey. He candidly discusses dealing with ADHD, severe depression, and his early struggles with extreme substance abuse. Riki explains how hitting rock bottom led to his sobriety in 1988, and how a healthy fear of losing the life he has built keeps him away from drugs and alcohol today. The guys also dive into the toxic nature of social media algorithms, the trap of destination addiction, and the importance of focusing on positivity.
Riki is currently sharing these incredible stories and more on his highly successful one-man spoken word tour, "One Foot In The Gutter." You can grab tickets to hear him live at: http://cathousehollywood.com.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Riki Rachtman on MTV, Cathouse & Rock History
00:04:52 Why Riki Loves His Spoken Word Tour
00:06:22 How Riki Handles Hecklers & Protects His True Stories
00:08:47 The Radio Station Fight That Cost Riki His Career
00:10:08 "Psycho Linda" & The Reality of Attracting Crazy
00:12:09 Hiding Cocaine Inside Mixtapes as a Hollywood DJ
00:15:55 Being the "Forrest Gump" of the Sunset Strip Rock Scene
00:19:36 When Axl Rose Wanted to Fight Vince Neil to the Death
00:21:06 The Truth About Slash & Early Guns N' Roses Gigs
00:24:32 Cathouse Secrets: Tetanus, STDs, & Famous Rockstars
00:28:18 Growing up in Hollywood & Unseen David Lee Roth Gigs
00:30:18 Memory Loss & David Bowie Hiding From Axl Rose
00:33:55 The Lost Art of Listening to Vinyl & MTV's Golden Era
00:35:42 The Decline of Western Civilization & Gabe Reed in Prison
00:40:04 "Does Danzig Tour With Wolves?" & Dumb Fan Questions
00:42:02 Why Riki Refused to Write a Book & Started Touring
00:46:53 Duff McKagan is the King of Terrible Dad Jokes
00:48:41 The Dark Reality of Addiction: Cocaine at 13 & Meth Abuse
00:52:38 Surviving the 80s: Why Fear Keeps Riki Rachtman Sober
00:56:18 Turning Severe ADHD Into a Hollywood Superpower
00:59:37 The Danger of "Destination Addiction" & Always Wanting More
01:02:03 The Brutal Reality of Touring: Playing to an Empty Room
01:06:18 Witnessing Sam Kinison Blow Up at The Comedy Store
01:09:03 Hitting the Road: The "One Foot in the Gutter" Tour
01:13:21 Exposing the Toxic Negativity of Social Media Algorithms
01:15:58 Chris Kael "Quits" the Podcast to Go Viral

In this episode of the Beardo and Weirdo podcast, Chris and Craig interview Stephen Rea, who discusses his four-decade-long relationship with Ozzy Osbourne. His unique journey began in 1984 when Stephen’s mother wrote a letter to the Ozzy Osbourne Fan Club inquiring about tickets for the first Rock in Rio festival. This simple act led to an unexpected invitation from Ozzy's team, resulting in a private breakfast where the then 15-year-old Stephen met Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne for the first time.
The conversation explores Stephen’s transition from a superfan to a trusted "consultant" and employee within Ozzy's inner circle. He provides a candid look at life on the road during the 1980s, describing the grueling reality for road crews who faced 7 a.m. call times and relentless schedules. He also shares lighthearted memories of Ozzy's notorious pranks, such as his habit of bribing hotel porters for master keys to sneak into rooms and shave people's eyebrows while they slept.
The episode concludes with a poignant reflection on Ozzy’s later years and his enduring humanity. Stephen recounts the emotional experience of watching Ozzy’s final rehearsals for the song "Mama, I'm Coming Home," where the physical toll of Parkinson’s was evident despite the singer's immense effort. Stephen describes their final private meeting just weeks before Ozzy's passing, where the legendary performer expressed his gratitude for their long friendship, emphasizing that despite his global fame, Ozzy remained a humble and often insecure "family guy" to the very end.
This is one episode you won't want to miss.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Talking To Stephen Rea
00:02:31 Meeting Ozzy Osbourne
00:06:25 Ozzy Osbourne Was A Kind Person
00:08:02 Meeting Ozzy Was Surreal
00:10:20 Being A Ligger With Ozzy
00:12:40 Stephen Rea Writes Like A Fan
00:16:43 Ozzy Osbourne's Inner Circle
00:18:59 Stephen Wrote Everything Ozzy Said
00:20:11 Never Asked For Anything From Ozzy
00:22:14 Sharron Osbourne
00:24:29 Jack Osbourne's Forward for Ozzy And Me
00:28:36 Friends Of Ozzy Osbourne
00:30:02 Chris Kael Meeting Ozzy Osbourne
00:31:45 Black Sabbath Band Mates
00:35:48 The Real Job Working With Bands
00:38:28 Roadies Work Very Hard
00:42:53 Ozzy Osbourne's Recovery From Drugs
00:45:34 Drinking With Ozzy in Dublin
00:48:05 Aliases
00:49:43 Ozzy Becoming Frail
00:54:49 Ozzy's Funeral
00:56:37 Last Words With Ozzy
00:59:55 Finding Out Ozzy Died
01:01:56 Ozzy's Imposter Syndrome
01:04:06 Ozzy Hating His Own Music
01:05:22 Stephen's Favorite Question
01:07:07 Top 3 Ozzy Osbourne Songs
01:08:19 Stephen's Crazy Story
01:10:00 Getting the "Ozzy and Me" Book

On this Beardo and Weirdo, Chris and Craig dive into some heavy trauma. Buckle up, because this episode is packed with wild stories from their recent trip to Green Bay! They had unforgettable experiences with Packer fans, and you won't want to miss the hilarious moments they share. From hotel shenanigans to a run-in with a not-so-helpful security guard, this episode is a rollercoaster of emotions. Plus, they chat about their upcoming tour dates and the excitement of performing live. Join the Beardo and the Weirdo for laughs, stories, and a little bit of chaos as they navigate the ups and downs of life on the road.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Recapping the Holidays
00:02:00 Bad Security Guard
00:05:14 Bad Advice about Getting Sober
00:10:08 Having Bad Christmas's
00:18:10 Struggling with Depression
00:19:36 Crazy Massage Story
00:23:31 Getting Back on Stage
00:26:09 Green Bay Events Center
00:28:32 Disappointing Fans
00:31:24 Craigs Comedy Tour
00:35:01 Being Alone On Christmas
00:36:37 Losing Your Mom
00:39:17 Skipping out on Rehab
00:41:45 Addiction and Relapse
00:44:27 Steel Panther
00:46:33 The Doors

On this episode of Beardo and Weirdo, Chris & Craig dive deep into the life of Roddy Bottum from Faith No More. Roddy shares his incredible journey through the highs and lows of rock stardom, including his struggles with drug addiction and the emotional rollercoaster of writing his memoir, 'The Royal We.'
This isn't just a story about music - it's a raw and honest look at the challenges he faced while navigating fame, friendship, and personal demons. Roddy opens up about the emotional weight of his past, the impact of his father's illness, and the surprising connections he made with fellow musicians like Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain. He reflects on the importance of vulnerability in creativity and how getting sober transformed his artistic expression.
If you've ever wondered what it's like to be in the spotlight while battling addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the complexities of life as a rock star and the power of storytelling in healing. Roddy's insights are not just for fans of Faith No More; they're for anyone who has ever faced their own struggles and sought a way to overcome them. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that might just change your perspective on life and creativity.

CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Introducing Roddy Bottum
00:03:14 Recoding "The Royal We" Was Emotional
00:05:46 Roddy Bottum Drug Addiction
00:08:18 Roddy Bottum Losing His Father
00:10:23 Relationship with Mothers
00:12:55 Comedic Moments in "The Royal We"
00:14:19 Meeting Courtney Love
00:17:10 Becoming A Rock Star
00:19:49 Faith No More and Metallica
00:21:56 Being A Gay Rockstar
00:24:41 Faith No More Name Change
00:26:16 Bringing People On Tour
00:28:04 Drugs Becoming An Issue
00:31:53 Deciding To Get Sober
00:33:38 Being Creative Off Drugs
00:35:31 Coming Out As Gay
00:42:35 Drug Recovery
00:45:54 The Royal We Book
00:47:18 Dave Lee Friendship
00:48:46 Expectation of Being A Rockstar
00:50:58 Talking About "Faith No More"
00:52:20 The Royal We Book Tour
00:53:26 Rehab with Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain