Synopsis
Kyle Meredith With... is an interview series in which WFPK's Kyle Meredith speaks to a wide breadth of musicians. Meredith digs deep into the artist's work to find out how the music is made and where their journey is going, from legendary artists like Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, U2, and Bryan Ferry, to the newer class of The National, St. Vincent, Arctic Monkeys, Haim, and Father John Misty.
Episodes
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Rewind: Creedence Clearwater Revival on Their Past, Present, and Lasting Impact
05/02/2025 Duration: 48minOn this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith With..., Creedence Clearwater Revival's John Fogerty, Doug Clifford, and Stu Cook muse over the iconic band's legacy. Their swampy sound, blue-collar storytelling, and unshakable hooks made CCR legends, churning out hit after hit in just a few short years. But behind the music was a history of tension, lawsuits, and one of rock’s most infamous breakups. Now, decades later, the music still endures, and so do the stories.Listen to Creedence Clearwater Revival chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Peyton List on School Spirits, Cobra Kai’s Finale, and Girl Haunts Boy
03/02/2025 Duration: 20minListen to Peyton List chat with Kyle Meredith about how her career has taken her from Disney Channel’s Jessie to kicking ass in Cobra Kai. Now, she's headed back to the afterlife with School Spirits Season 2. Listen above or wherever you get your podcasts.Of course, this isn’t List’s only recent spectral role, as she starred in Netflix's Girl Haunts Boy, making her something of Hollywood’s go-to ghost. The challenge of playing two different spirits was worth it, though, as School Spirits continues to build an original, practical-effects-driven ghost world.And then there’s Cobra Kai, which wraps up its six-season run this year. List reflected on her journey with Tori, a character she’s seen evolve in ways she never expected. “I thought I was just guest-starring,” she said. “Now, I care so much that I actually went to the writers about her ending.” With the show coming to a close, she’s got big plans — including an upcoming, still-under-wraps movie she calls a dream project. “I wing everything and hope
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Rewind: Josh Homme on Queens of the Stone Age, Iggy Pop & Kicking Down the Doors of Rock
29/01/2025 Duration: 43minOn this Rewind of Kyle Meredith With..., hear a conversation with the one and only Josh Homme -- the desert rock king, the riff master, and the man who’s somehow made being a swaggering badass look effortless for decades on end. From Kyuss to Queens of the Stone Age to Them Crooked Vultures, Homme has built an empire on fuzz-drenched guitars, hypnotic grooves, and a voice that oozes coolness. Whether he’s redefining rock or collaborating with legends, he’s always got one foot in the dust and the other kicking down doors. Let’s dive into the world of Josh Homme and the unstoppable force that is his music.Listen to Josh Homme chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Sam Jaeger on Handmaid’s Tale, Wolf Man, and Chasing Stories
27/01/2025 Duration: 27minKyle Meredith caught up with Sam Jaeger to talk about his standout year, balancing roles in Blumhouse’s Wolf Man and the final season of The Handmaid’s Tale. Listen now.Known for his versatility across comedy (Parenthood, Take Me Home) and intense drama (The Handmaid’s Tale), Jaeger said he’s always focused on finding the humanity in his roles. In Wolf Man, he plays a man grappling with isolation and transformation, themes he noted were inspired by the pandemic. “It’s really a story about a family trying to stay connected,” Jaeger explained. “[Screenwriter and director] Leigh Whannell wrote this during quarantine, and you can feel the weight of that experience."Jaeger also touched on wrapping The Handmaid’s Tale, which he praised for tackling heavy, relevant themes. While fans may crave resolution, Jaeger assured viewers the finale will stay true to Margaret Atwood’s cautionary tale, resisting the temptation of a neatly tied-up ending. “This isn’t a ‘happily ever after’ kind of story,” he emphasized.Liste
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Genesis Revisited: Mike Rutherford, Tony Banks, and Steve Hackett Look Back and Ahead
22/01/2025 Duration: 47minFor this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., revisit conversations with Genesis alumni Mike Rutherford, Tony Banks, and Steve Hackett.From Rutherford's Mike and the Mechanics project to Banks' orchestral ambitions and Hackett's prog pilgrimages, these discussions dive into a sonic odyssey of reinvention, nostalgia, and reunion chatter. Turns out, “I wouldn’t rule it out” was prog-rock code for “See you in 2020!” Still, there’s plenty to unpack — like Rutherford's cheerful reflections on Let Me Fly, Banks finding inspiration in Renaissance painters, and Hackett globe-trotting with a sitar under one arm and a message of musical unity in the other.Listen to Genesis chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Rewind: Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo, and Thurston Moore Reflect on Sonic Youth and Life After Noise
20/01/2025 Duration: 01h24minIn this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., take a listen through five interviews featuring Sonic Youth royalty — Kim Gordon, Lee Ranaldo, and Thurston Moore — because noise rock never ages, it just gets louder. Gordon dissects Airbnb décor and Fleetwood Mac’s Tusk, Ranaldo explains that the way to keep a band together is by not asking too many questions, and Moore doubles down on mixing avant-garde riffs and classic rock solos. All told, it's collection of nostalgic, messy, and brilliant look back at one of music’s most uncompromising bands.Listen to members of Sonic Youth chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Rewind: Ann and Nancy Wilson on Solo Projects, Band Dynamics, and the Future of Heart
15/01/2025 Duration: 37minWhat’s better than one Wilson sister blazing her own path? Two Wilson sisters redefining the rock ‘n’ roll family drama! On this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., Ann Wilson touches on her introspective solo album and Nancy Wilson reflects on Roadcase Royale. Listen now.In addition to her solo work, Ann also discusses having a killer band lineup and why Heart took something of a hiatus. Meanwhile, Nancy converses about going through a honeymoon phase with her new band and explains what it's like to downshift from legendary arena rock to pizza on the tour bus. The Wilson sisters also touch on the future of Heart.Listen to Ann and Nancy Wilson chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Rewind: Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson of The B-52s on Solo Projects, Anniversaries, and the Perpetual Party
13/01/2025 Duration: 27minWhat happens when two legends of camp and cosmic rock step out from the mothership? In this special Rewind episode, The B-52s' Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson talk with Kyle Meredith about life outside iconic band — because after nearly 50 years of party-starting, who wouldn’t need some “me” time? Wilson waxes poetic about her “not-so-solo” solo project, armed with art installations and something she calls “turbo chill.” Meanwhile, Pierson revisits the band’s formative years, shouts out Georgia’s music scene (despite its initial indifference to their lobster-themed antics), and reveals why there may never be another B-52s album. Listen to Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson of The B-52s chat about all this and more. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Rewind: Pavement’s Stephen Malkmus and Spiral Stairs on Solo Albums, Reunions, and Led Zeppelin
08/01/2025 Duration: 51minIs there a more quintessentially ‘90s band than Pavement? The lo-fi legends practically invented the sound of slacker indie rock, blending sharp wit with just the right amount of musical chaos. On this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., frontman Stephen Malkmus and guitarist Scott Kannberg/Spiral Stairs reflect on the band's legacy and ultimate reunion.From Slanted and Enchanted to Wowee Zowee, Pavement became indie darlings and reluctant icons of a generation that pretended not to care. But with their recent reunion, they’ve proven that apathy can age like a well-loved cassette. Malkmus and Kannberg dig into the brilliance of Pavement, exploring how and why their work has remained a staple of influence in the indie landscape.Listen to this Pavement interview and please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy &
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Troian Bellisario Talks On Call, Real-Life Ride-Alongs, and Pretty Little Liars
06/01/2025 Duration: 27minIn a recent conversation with Kyle Meredith, Troian Bellisario opened up about her latest role in On Call, the gripping new police drama coming to Prime Video. Listen now.Known for her breakout role in Pretty Little Liars, Bellisario takes on a completely new challenge, with On Call diving deep into the moral complexities of modern policing. The series blends body cam, dash cam, and cell phone footage to deliver an unflinching, immersive experience.On Call pairs Bellisario’s jaded veteran officer with Brandon Larracuente’s idealistic rookie, creating a tension-filled dynamic that mirrors real-world generational divides. To prepare, Bellisario joined police ride-alongs, where she quickly realized the emotional weight of the role.Listen to Troian Bellisario chat about all this and more or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https:
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Rewind: Chris Robinson on Rock’s Romantic Dark Side & The Black Crowes' Reunion Album
03/01/2025 Duration: 34minFor this special Rewind episode, Chris Robinson joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Happiness Bastards, the first album of new material from The Black Crowes since 2009. The frontman tells us how he sees this record as a love letter to rock 'n' roll, how touring Shake Your Money Maker for its 30th anniversary influenced their latest set of tunes, and why he thinks rock lyrics should have a romantic dark side. Robinson goes on to discuss the nature of celebrity before diving into finding new ways to channel anger through song, putting his side project to bed, and the band's future plans.Listen to Chris Robinson chat about all this and more or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Rewind: The Daily Show’s Desi Lydic on the Presidential Election, '90s SNL, and Jason Isbell
01/01/2025 Duration: 30minIn this Rewind episode of Kyle Meredith with..., Kyle speaks with The Daily Show's Desi Lydic about the comedy news program and its coverage of the 2024 United States Presidential election.The comedian discusses her journey from being obsessed with late '90s Saturday Night Live to finding her own comedy path after moving to Los Angeles. She touches on her roles in Not Another Teen Movie, Legally Blonde 2, and MTV’s Awkward.Lydic goes on to talk about auditioning three times for The Daily Show before getting the nod just as Trevor Noah became the host. She also chats about what it was like during 2023’s celebrity-hosted rotating desk era, as well as the where the show stands now. The two then touch on Mitch McConnell’s announcement that he’s stepping back, women’s reproductive rights, and her recent interview with Jason Isbell.Listen to The Daily Shows' Desi Lydic chat about all this and more or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your po
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Kim Deal on Nobody Loves You More, Solo Adventures, and Long-Running Creativity
30/12/2024 Duration: 16minWith her work with the Pixies and The Breeders, Kim Deal is no stranger to iconic records. But her latest, Nobody Loves You More, marks a true milestone: her first true solo album. During her chat with Kyle Meredith, Deal shares insights into the album's decade-long journey, explaining, “I’ve been working on this since around 2011, releasing 7-inch singles here and there, but this record started feeling like an album around 2016.”The album, recorded across multiple locations from Kentucky to Chicago, brings a distinctive sound. “This isn’t a Breeders album,” Deal emphasizes. With lush string arrangements, the songs explore new sonic territory.Deal also touches on performing with The Breeders on Olivia Rodrigo’s recent tour and the excitement of stepping onto stages like Madison Square Garden.With Nobody Loves You More landing on numerous year-end best-of lists (including Consequence’s own!), Kim Deal’s solo chapter has clearly struck a chord. As she puts it, “It’s been a long road, but this is exactly whe
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Rewind: Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood on His Photography, Nick Cave, and Radiohead’s Reunion
27/12/2024 Duration: 35minOn this Rewind episode, Kyle Meredith speaks with Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood who opens up about his new photography book, How To Disappear: A Photographic Portrait of Radiohead, which captures the band’s journey from 2003’s Hail to the Thief to 2016’s A Moon Shaped Pool. The book offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at Radiohead, a band known for its mystique, and includes personal photos interspersed with words of reflection on the band’s middle years—years when they were neither in their initial rocket to fame nor at a point of nostalgia. Greenwood credits Nick Cave for helping him frame the concept of the book, finding beauty in the “middle years” of a band’s career, when they’re just getting on with business, far from the sensationalism of early success or later decline. The bassist jokes about the band’s reluctance to be photographed but reflects on how supportive his bandmates were of his passion for photography. The book’s influences include famed photographers like Gary Winogrand and Robert Frank, an
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Rewind: Maynard James Keenan & Les Claypool on Thwarting Criminals, Performing in Costume, and Drinking Wine
25/12/2024 Duration: 31minFor this Rewind of our 1000th episode of Kyle Meredith With…, Kyle sits down with two icons of rock—Primus lead man Les Claypool and Tool’s Maynard James Keenan—to talk about their ongoing collaboration and friendship, highlighted by the upcoming “Sessanta Tour.” The conversation quickly turns hilarious, with the two bantering about everything from thwarting bank robberies and wrestling bears to recalling their first meeting during the 1993 Lollapalooza. They discuss the challenges of blending their distinctive styles while playing on each other’s songs during their live shows, and adding a fishing pond behind the stage for Les during downtime. Les also teases the idea of finally finishing his long-awaited projects with Sean Lennon and Billy Strings, giving fans some hope for more boundary-pushing collaborations. In classic Claypool and Keenan fashion, the duo keeps things unpredictable, talking candidly about the creative process, their love of stepping into character, and their dynamic stage presence. Les l
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Patrick Gibson on Dexter: Original Sin, the Art of Playing a Young Dexter, and Closure for The OA
23/12/2024 Duration: 22minIn this episode of Kyle Meredith With..., Patrick Gibson dives into his role as a young Dexter Morgan in Dexter: Original Sin. He discusses the challenges and joys of stepping into such an iconic character, the guidance he received from Michael C. Hall, and how he prepared by watching key episodes of the original series. Patrick also talks about the psychological nuances of playing a budding psychopath and the balance between homage and originality. He shares insights into working alongside Christian Slater, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and the rest of the stellar cast. Plus, they touch on the comedic undertones of the series, his experience with The OA, and his admiration for Michael C. Hall's music with Princess Goes.Listen to Patrick Gibson, chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Advertising Inquiries:
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Rewind: Best of 2024: Dave Navarro
20/12/2024 Duration: 54minAs 2024 comes to a close, Kyle Meredith with... is taking a look the best interviews from the last 12 months. In this Rewind episode, listen back to the chat with Dave Navarro where he talks about this year's Jane’s Addiction reunion. The guitarist begins the conversation by talking about his interests in WWII documentaries, archeology, and alien civilizations before buckling down to discuss the band’s tour with Love & Rockets. He also touches on how big of an influence Daniel Ash was for him, as well as the process of recording the new songs “Imminent Redemption” and “True Love” and why they’re only playing songs from their first three albums (“Chris Chaney is playing with AC/DC, poor guy”). Navarro goes on to talk about his distaste for seeing fans holding up phones during concerts, taking a break from guitar after Taylor Hawkins’ death, and why never wrote a second solo record. He then details getting to be more experimental with his playing as of late, The Velvet Underground’s influence on the ban
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Rewind: Best of 2024: Pearl Jam’s Stone Gossard
18/12/2024 Duration: 30minAs 2024 wraps up, Kyle Meredith with... is taking a look at some of the best interviews from the past year. In this Rewind, revisit an interview with Pearl Jam’s Stone Gossard where he talks about the band’s latest album, Dark Matter. The guitarist gives insight on the joy and abandonment that went into the process of making the LP with producer Andrew Watt, as well as how it came together so much quicker than Gigaton. He relates the experience to that of their earliest years. Interestingly, Gossard also reveals that The Cure and U2 served as primary influences on the new set of songs.With U2 in mind, Gossard tells us why he doesn’t want Pearl Jam to play The Sphere. He then gives his thoughts on The Darkness’ Justin Hawkins deconstruction of “Dark Matter” and, excitingly, says that he’d love to start on a follow up with Watt right away.Listen to Pearl Jam’s Stone Gossard, chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW whereve
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Kayla Wallace Talks Landman, When Calls the Heart, and Facing Off with Billy Bob Thornton
16/12/2024 Duration: 22minTaylor Sheridan is a well-oiled storytelling machine, and his latest drama, Landman, set in the unforgiving boom towns of West Texas, promises high-stakes drama and a masterclass in grit. Kayla Wallace steps into the chaos as Rebecca, a fierce attorney who’s unafraid to shake up the old boys’ club — and maybe survive a snake or two along the way. The actress talks with Kyle Meredith about the series, as well as her return to When Calls the Heart. Wallace relishes the role, bringing a fire that holds its own against powerhouse Billy Bob Thornton, whose rugged cynicism fuels the series’ combustible energy. From courtroom showdowns to tense standoffs in oil fields and wind farms, Wallace’s Rebecca is a woman who’s done her homework and isn’t afraid to use it.The behind-the-scenes details are as riveting as the plot. When Wallace talks about acting alongside real snakes — plexiglass shields or not — it’s clear Landman doesn’t just flirt with danger; it marries it. “I was absolutely terrified,” she admits. “I thou
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Rewind: Best of 2024: Maya Hawke
13/12/2024 Duration: 32minTo celebrate 2024, Kyle Meredith with.. is taking a look back at some of the best episodes from the past year. On this Rewind episode, Maya Hawke catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about Chaos Angel, her third album, and more.The Stranger Things actress tells us how some of the songs were written while making the movie Wildcat, a film about the life of Francis O’Connrey, and how the life of the writer drifted into the lyrics. She also talks about how the opening dialog was taken from a psychic session she had with a pair of witches when she was 11 years old who wanted to put her inside a golden bubble. Hawke goes on to consider the mantras that are threaded throughout the record, her bouts of insomnia, and how an Allen Ginsberg quote reflects our separation of good and bad. She then gives an update on filming the final season of Stranger Things.Listen to Maya Hawke chat about all this and more in the new episode, or watch it on YouTube. Hawke is also set to play a handful of shows in celebration of the rel