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The Eddie Trunk Podcast

The Eddie Trunk Podcast

Eddie Trunk, the most well-known name in hard rock and metal music, brings his insight, commentary, reviews, discussion, and in-depth interviews to the podcast world! Join Eddie and his famous friends in rock and entertainment every week for a rollicking good time.

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1 hr, 34 min•
Thursday

Zakk Wylde, Lita Ford & Night Ranger

Broadcasting from the Monsters of Rock Cruise, Eddie brings you his conversations with Zakk Wylde, Lita Ford and Night Ranger from Day 2 of the cruise. Zakk opens up about his latest album 'Engines of Demolition' and the emotional tribute song he wrote for Ozzy Osbourne. He shares stories from his current tour where he performs with Black Label Society, Zakk Sabbath, and alongside Dario Lorina's Dark Chapel. Lita discusses her time working with Ozzy Osbourne and shares that new music is on the way, and then the legendary members of Night Ranger—Jack Blades, Brad Gillis, and Kelly Keagy—sit down with Eddie for a candid conversation about their remarkable journey together. The band reflects on their early days touring with KISS, creating iconic MTV videos, and the challenges of life on the road. They discuss their continued passion for creating new music despite changes in the industry, their special symphony collaboration, and the rare brotherhood that's kept them together for over 40 years.  Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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1 hr, 27 min•
7 May

Steve Harris, Brian Wheat, Dave Rude & Justin Hawkins

Eddie Trunk brings you a set of interviews from the first day of live radio shows aboard the Monsters of Rock Cruise. First up, Iron Maiden founder Steve Harris joins Eddie to discuss his side project British Lion and Maiden's upcoming Run For Your Lives tour. Harris reveals that the tour focuses on the first half of Maiden's career with innovative digital screens replacing traditional backdrops. He talks about the band's upcoming documentary 'Burning Ambition,' clarifying it's about Maiden but not made by them. He mentions that Maiden might take next year off, giving him time to possibly tour festivals with British Lion. Following that, Brian Wheat and Dave Rude join to discuss Tesla's upcoming album 'Homage,' set for release on July 17th. Brian also discusses his artistic endeavors painting on photographs and instruments, while Dave talks about reviving his solo career after a successful performance on the cruise. And finally, The Darkness frontman Justin Hawkins talks to Eddie about how his guitar playing often gets overshadowed by his flamboyant stage presence, and his journey from reluctant frontman to arena-filling rock star. He shares insights about the band's different levels of success in the UK versus America, the challenges of working without major label support in the US, and his frustrations with the British music press. The conversation touches on upcoming projects, including arena tours, a special appearance with Iron Maiden at Knebworth, and a mysterious Hollywood project he can't fully disclose. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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1 hr, 55 min•
30 Apr

Sully Erna, Kip Winger & Myles Kennedy

Godsmack frontman Sully Erna joins Eddie Trunk to discuss their upcoming live album 'Live at Mohegan Sun,' which captures the final performance of the original lineup. Sully emphasizes the importance of authentic, imperfect rock performances and his mission to preserve the raw essence of live music. He introduces Godsmack's new members following the retirement of Tony and Shannon, and details the upcoming 'Rise of Rock' tour featuring Stone Temple Pilots and Dorothy. Following that, Eddie welcomes Kip Winger to discuss his remarkable journey from '80s rock star to respected classical composer. Kip talks about his new album 'Symphony of the Returning Light' with the Nashville Symphony, explaining how his classical interests date back to his early days with Winger. And finally, Myles Kennedy catches up with Eddie, sharing stories about his fear of boats and bees, and a terrifying encounter with a scorpion while on tour in South Africa. They discuss Alter Bridge's self-titled album and how the band's popularity differs between Europe and the US.  Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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1 hr, 16 min•
23 Apr

Wes Scantlin & Robin Diaz

Puddle of Mudd frontman Wes Scantlin and drummer Robin Diaz join Eddie Trunk to discuss Wes's ongoing sobriety journey and recent near-death experience after being hit by a car while riding an e-bike. Wes reflects on his past struggles with addiction, his time in jail, and how he's turned his life around with the support of his bandmates. The duo also talks about their latest album 'Kiss the Machine' and their latest single 'Free,' which symbolizes Wes's liberation from addiction. Despite being in the industry for over two decades, Puddle of Mudd continues to draw sold-out crowds, with fans surprisingly eager to hear their new material alongside classics like 'Blurry' and 'Control.' Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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1 hr, 23 min•
16 Apr

Bret Michaels & Geoff Tate

Bret Michaels joins Eddie Trunk to share his excitement about performing at the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, where he'll collaborate with Wiz Khalifa on a mashup of 'Black and Yellow' and 'Nothing But a Good Time.' As a lifelong Steelers fan, Michaels discusses how meaningful it is to combine his two passions - rock music and football - in his hometown. He also reflects on his football-playing days, hints at a possible Poison reunion in 2027, and contemplates the 40th anniversary of Poison's debut album 'Look What the Cat Dragged In.' Also on this week's podcast, Geoff Tate discusses the creation of Operation: Mindcrime III, which explores the story from Dr. X's perspective, and reflects on his musical journey post-Queensrÿche. Tate candidly recounts attending a Queensrÿche show as an audience member, his interactions with Todd La Torre, and his memories of working with Ronnie James Dio.   Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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1 hr, 22 min•
9 Apr

Vinny Appice & Jesse James Dupree

Legendary drummer Vinny Appice catches up with Eddie Trunk to discuss the new Heaven & Hell box set 'Breaking Out of Heaven,' which documents the band's 2007-2009 era. Vinny shares insights about his preference for single-bass drum playing despite pressure to expand his kit, and reflects on his work with Black Sabbath across multiple incarnations. He discusses the differences between recording 'The Devil You Know' versus earlier albums, his current Sabbath Knights project performing classic material, and updates on Last in Line. The conversation takes a delightful turn when Vinny recounts the famous story of his mother making lasagna for John Lennon—and her subsequent concern about getting her sacred pan back. After that, Jesse James Dupree joins Eddie Trunk to share exciting news about Jackyl's addition to the Mountain Music Festival lineup in Gatlinburg this August. He discusses their upcoming performances at Daytona Bike Week, Sturgis, and various West Coast venues, some alongside Buckcherry. Jesse also talks about making music with his son Nigel, his collaboration with AC/DC's Brian Johnson, and updates on his Jesse James bourbon line, including a new 90-proof Tennessee whiskey. Catch Eddie Trunk every M-F from 3:00-5:00pm ET on Trunk Nation on SiriusXM Faction Talk Channel 103.And don’t forget to follow Eddie on X, Instagram & TikTok!Follow the link to get your free 3-month trial of SiriusXM: http://siriusxm.com/eddietrunk Find all episodes of Trunk Nation: https://siriusxm.com/trunknation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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