Blink-182 in the Wild & Brand New Nostalgia

In this rollercoaster of an episode, Katie recounts a truly surreal experience — running into Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 fame on a hiking trail… in the middle of nowhere. As if that wasn't enough to emotionally process, just a few days later, she spots Mark AND Tom DeLonge at a restaurant. Naturally, she spirals (in the best way), and Nani is right there beside her, providing play-by-play commentary and some much-needed grounding as Katie lives out every emo kid’s dream.

Once the fangirling subsides (barely), the duo dives into the episode’s main topic: the Brand New reunion tour they caught in Salt Lake City. From ethereal lighting to powerful soundscapes, Katie and Nani unpack why this concert wasn’t just a show — it was a spiritual experience for music lovers. Katie basks in full-blown nostalgia, while Nani walks away a new fan, utterly converted.

And because they never do just one thing, the episode wraps with tales from a wild comedy double feature: the delightfully chaotic Sarah Sherman and TikTok’s favorite thirst trap, Matt Rife. Plus, Nani shines a spotlight on local SLC band Poolhouse and their recent viral breakout moment.

It’s emo. It’s unhinged. It’s The Emo Hour. Tune in — it’s a good one. 🎧🖤