Punks In Pubs Podcast

• Punks Unknown - Iran (TOF)

  In this episode of Punks Unknown, we shine a light on Iran’s underground punk scene through the story of Tof, a hardcore band fighting to keep punk alive under heavy restrictions. This conversation explores:Growing up with music in a country where punk is considered “forbidden”Discovering bands like Metallica, Misfits, and Minor Threat through bootleg tapes and satellite TVThe risks and realities of playing punk in Iran, from underground shows to government crackdownsThe importance of international connections and DIY spirit in keeping the scene aliveTOF's journey is a raw reminder of punk’s power as resistance and connection across borders.You can support TOF by visiting their Bandcamp page Featuring a brand-new intro track by Michael Rigby — links to Mike’s music can be found via this linkFollow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠@punksinpubs⁠⁠⁠ across all social media and give us a⁠⁠⁠ rate and review⁠⁠⁠ while you are at it.

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• 2000 Trees Special 2025: Kid Kapichi, Grade 2, Cloud Nothings, Press Club, and Last Hounds

  Recorded under the blistering sun at 2000 Trees Festival 2025, Liam chats with some of the best punk bands on the bill:Kid Kapichi Grade 2 Cloud Nothings Press Club Last HoundsThey talk musical evolution, political censorship, AI in music, touring with dogs, and whether punk still makes space for outsiders. A sweaty, funny, and thoughtful look at a festival that brings the punk community together. If you want to attend 2000 Trees in 2026, you can grab tickets now with a 30% discount via this link — offer ends July 21st

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• Maggie St. Thomas: A Punk Photographer’

  In this episode, Liam sits down with legendary photographer and journalist Maggie St. Thomas. With a camera in hand, Maggie has spent decades capturing raw, unfiltered moments from music’s most chaotic corners — from the grime of LA’s underground punk scene to the haze-filled green rooms of hip hop royalty.We talk about her new book Subject: Punk, her childhood surrounded by music and mayhem, photographing the Ramones, Sublime, and yes — smuggling weed in a trench coat to photograph Snoop Dogg for High Times.Maggie also opens up about her time working in a crematorium, the emotional weight of documenting vulnerable artists, and why punk isn’t just a sound — it’s a way of being. Check out Maggie's work via this link

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• Chris Mundie - Kicked In The Teeth & The business

  Live from The Salty Dog in Northwich, UK, Liam sits down with Chris Mundy—drummer, venue owner, and all-round punk stalwart.In this episode, we dive into Chris’s journey from being a teenage Green Day fan to touring the world with Oi legends The Business, and eventually founding one of the UK’s most respected grassroots venues.We talk about his new band Kicked In The Teeth and their new album Watling Street Chambers (out now on Rare Vitamin Records), the power and politics of punk, scene beefs, Rebellion Festival, and why grassroots venues matter more than ever.Also: what happens when you take a piss in the wrong alley in Missouri? Chris knows.You can pick up the new album Watling Street Chambers⁠ via this link and find there tour dates via this linkThank you to ⁠⁠⁠Fidlar⁠⁠⁠ for not suing us and letting us use "Cheap Beer" as the podcast's opening track.Follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠@punksinpubs⁠⁠⁠ across all social media and give us a⁠⁠⁠ rate and review⁠⁠⁠ while you are at it.

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• Access for All: Punk and Disability (Live at Manchester Punk Festival)

  We are live at the Manchester Punk Festival!Liam sits down with John Porter, the first-ever Accessibility Coordinator for Manchester Punk Festival, for a live conversation recorded above a pub during the festival. They dive into what accessibility in the punk scene looks like, how punk venues and festivals can do better, and why John—an ex-standup comic and lifelong punk fan—is the right person to shake things up. They also explore the real-life barriers disabled fans face at gigs, the importance of representation on stage, and the power of community-led change. If you would like to provide feedback on the work that John and the MPF team are doing, you can email:  [email protected] music played in this episode is from bands whose members have a disability.Supermilk: SweatPertti Kurikan Nimipäivät : Aina Mun PitaaMillie Manders and the Shutup: Not OkWheelchair Sports Camp: Same ShitThank you to ⁠⁠⁠Fidlar⁠⁠⁠ for not suing us and letting us use "Cheap Beer" as the podcast's opening track.Follow the podcast ⁠⁠⁠@punksinpubs⁠⁠⁠ across all social media and give us a⁠⁠⁠ rate and review⁠⁠⁠ while you are at it.

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