Kevin sits down with John Ondrasik—aka Five for Fighting—for a heartfelt conversation about the stories behind his biggest hits, what it’s like performing with a string quartet, and why he’s excited to return to the stage in Omaha. From “Superman (It’s Not Easy)” to “100 Years,” hear how John approaches songwriting and how he’s evolved as an artist over the years.
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Mentioned in This Episode:
🎤 John Ondrasik on the power of lyrics and storytelling
🎻 Touring with a string quartet and arranging rock songs for classical instruments
📍 Five for Fighting live at The Admiral in Omaha
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31:06
Pops and Hisses - The Best and Worst Baseball Songs
Kevin takes a swing at the best and worst songs about baseball. From heartfelt tributes to absolute strikeouts, he breaks down which songs knock it out of the park and which ones should have been left in the dugout. Plus, hear fun facts about each song and the stories behind these musical homages to America’s pastime.
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The best baseball songs of all
time—who made the lineup?
The
worst baseball songs—painfully bad anthems and misfires
Fun
facts about the songs that celebrate (or butcher) baseball
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31:53
Why Are Ticketmaster Fees So High? How to Avoid Extra Concert Costs | Pops and Hisses
Kevin breaks down why Ticketmaster fees are so high and whether there’s a way to avoid paying them. From service charges to facility fees, he explains where your money really goes when you buy concert tickets. Plus, get tips on how to save on fees and score the best deals for your next show.
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Why Ticketmaster fees are so high—and where your money really goes
Tips to avoid extra fees and save on concert tickets
The best ways to score deals on must-see shows
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23:44
The 10 Must-See Concerts in Omaha for 2025 | Pops and Hisses
Kevin breaks down the Top 10 Must-See Concerts in Omaha for 2025, covering legendary artists, rising stars and hiddden gems you won’t want to miss. Including rock, country and indie, there’s something for everyone. Plus, hear about some smaller, must-see shows flying under the radar.
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Mentioned in This Episode: Bright Eyes, Jack White, Ghost, Keith Urban, Alabama Shakes and more! Hidden gems like Evan Honer, Lady Lamb and Ty Segall.
The best venues in Omaha to catch live music
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd | Pops and Hisses
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Beyond the Stage: Pops and Hisses is your backstage pass to live music. Omaha music critic and journalist Kevin Coffey brings interviews with your favorite bands and artists, behind-the-scenes stories and insider insights from the world of live music.
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