Anti-Heroes with Zach Blair

JIM WARD-SPARTA-AT THE DRIVE IN

Jim Ward shares insights into his musical journey, his collaboration with J. Robbins, and the unique Texas music scene that shaped his sound. Zach and Jim talk about how

TEPPEI TERANISHI-THRICE

THRICE Zach talks with Teppei Teranishi from Thrice! Teppei shares his journey of building his own guitars, the impact of technology on live performances, and his influe

J. ROBBINS-JAWBOX-BURNING AIRLINES-CHANNELS

Zach finally gets to talk with J Robbins! J. shares insights into his guitar influences, creative process, and the importance of musical authenticity. Zach and J explore

JOHN CONGLETON-PRODUCER-ENGINEER

John and Zach reconnect over their shared musical history, discussing their experiences in the punk scene, the influences that shaped their guitar playing, and the evolut

COTTER PHINNEY-MEDIUM

Zach talks to Cotter Phinney, the frontman of the band Medium. They explore the origins of Medium, the influences that shaped Cotter's musical journey, and the unique aes

ORVILLE NEELEY III-SPIRITUAL CRAMP-OBN III

Zach talks with one of his immediate-circle-besties, Orville Neeley III, as they explore their shared musical history, influences, and the evolution of Orville's career a

BROOKS HARLAN-BIG CRUNCH AMPLIFIERS-WAR ON WOMEN-JAWBOX-BURINING AIRLINES

Zach talks with Brooks Harlan, a talented musician and amp builder, who shares his musical journey from El Paso to Baltimore. Brooks shares his background in music, the i

MARK RYAN AND JEFF BURKE-The Marked Men

Zach sits down with close friends and fellow Texans, Mark Ryan and Jeff Burke, members of the influential punk band Marked Men. They discuss the band's legacy, their impa

MIKE SCHLEIBAUM-DARKEST HOUR

Zach sits down with Mike Schleibaum of the mighty DARKEST HOUR. They explore the evolution of metal music, guitar gear, band dynamics, and the philosophy of artistic infl

NIKKI POST-IN LIEU

Nikki shares her early relationship with music, how it developed her guitar playing and how she is approaching touring the new album Hooligan, from her band IN LIEU. The

DONIVAN BLAIR-TOADIES

Today I embark on my first 2nd!! My brother stops by again to chew the fat and update us all on the exciting things happening in his world. We look at his musical journey

AL DI MEOLA

For my first episode of the season I get the privilege of chatting with the guitar TITAN that is Al Di Meola! I still can't believe I got to meet the man much less interv

Welcome to Season 8!

Welcome to season 8, we have some exciting guests…Al Di MEOLA, John Congleton, Mike Sheinbaum from Darkest Hour and much more. First ep April 23rd! Our partners help ma

Special Announcement! Introducing Why Bass?!!! A new podcast with Donnie Blair

Ruinous Media and The Anti-Heroes podcast would like to welcome Why Bass? Why Bass? Is a podcast that shifts the focus from a bass players history and curriculum vitae

A Message From Zach

Hello! Zach here with a wrap on season 7. I still can’t believe I’ve been able to sit down with friends, family and strangers and chat about the thing I love most.... gui

DAN PHILLIPS-TRUE WIDOW

Today Zach talks with Dan Phillips, guitarist, and singer of True Widow and previously Slow Ride.  Zach and discuss their shared musical history and the evolution of thei

DONNIE WALSH-GRUMPSTER

Today’s guest is Donnie Walsh, bassist and singer of bay area punkers, Grumpster. Zach and Donnie discuss the origin of Grumpster and the musical influences that shaped t

JOE PRINCIPE-RISE AGAINST

Today is another “family time” episode here at the ol’ Anti-Heroes podcast! My is guest is Joe Principe, bassist of Rise Against and formerly of 88 Fingers Louie. I’ve se

MIKE DELEON-SOULFLY-FLESH HOARDER-PHIL ANSELMO&THE ILLEGALS

On this episode Zach interviews Mike DeLeon, a guitarist from Texas, known for his work with Phil Anselmo, Flesh Hoarder and Soulfly. Zach and Mike dig into the rich hist

CLARK VOGLER, VADEN LEWIS-TOADIES

On this episode, Zach speaks with Clark Vogler and Vaden Lewis from the Toadies.  The three discuss band’s origin, their unique sound and they share their experience work