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Ep. 16: Love Saves the Day, Madonna & the Bouncer Who Came Back | Stasia Kauriga
Stasia Kauriga runs Love Saves the Day, the vintage shop on Main Street in New Hope, PA that started in New York's East Village in 1966 and once hosted Madonna on the set of Desperately Seeking Susan. In this episode of Backstage Bucks County, hosts Matt Freedman and Dustin Napoli talk with Stasia about how the store landed in New Hope, leaving a decade at Harley-Davidson to run it, and the time the building almost got sold until the town pushed back. She tells the story of a Trocadero...
30 Sept 2026
He Didn't Know It Was a Candlebox Audition | Brian Quinn Ep.15
Brian Quinn went to a studio to play one guitar solo. He walked in, saw the whole band standing there, and thought, "I think this might be an audition." Not long after, he was in Candlebox. In Episode 15 of Backstage Bucks County, hosts Matt Freedman and Dustin Napoli sit down with rock guitarist, songwriter and producer Brian Quinn. Brian started the Pennsylvania rock band Octane, played in Fosterchild and Burial Ground, spent years as a Candlebox guitarist, and now he's releasing solo music...
23 Sept 2026
He Told Keith Richards To Turn Down (Then Dave Grohl Called)! Ep.14
He auditioned for the Rolling Stones and had the nerve to ask Keith Richards to turn his amps down. Weeks later, Dave Grohl tracked him down backstage to say thank you. This week on Backstage Bucks County, host Matt Freedman sits down with two legends: David Uosikkinen, drummer for The Hooters, and Kenny Aaronson, the bass player and producer who has shared a stage with Joan Jett, Billy Idol, Derringer, and nearly the Rolling Stones. David tells the story of the yellow Tama drum kit he playe...
16 Sept 2026
Given a 1% Chance: Tim Chiarolanza on Life After Brain Injury | Episode 13!
Tim Chiarolanza's brain injury recovery did not look like anyone expected, including the doctor who gave him a 1% chance of living. In November 2021, Tim was a strength and conditioning coach in Bucks County when a freak accident left him fighting for his life. Three days after surviving being hit by a car, his brain bled and swelled without warning, and doctors told his wife and father to plan a funeral. He has no memory of the 7 weeks that followed. On episode 13 of Backstage Bucks County...
1 May 2026
Backstage Bucks County – Episode 12 with Nicolas and Stephen Servis
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 12 with Nicolas and Stephen Servis Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Nicolas and Stephen Servis Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Episode 11 of Backstage Bucks County welcomes the Servis Bros! Nicolas and Stephen Servis are the owners of Servis Events, a private dining service that offers health-focused meals made with locally-sourced ingredients of the highest quality. After being forced to lea...
30 Mar 2026
Backstage Bucks County- Episode 11 with Dr. Beth Kaplan
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 11 with Dr. Beth Kalplan Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Dr. Beth Kaplan Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Episode 12 of Backstage Bucks County welcomes Dr. Beth Kaplan, a life-long resident of Bucks County and author of "Braving the Workplace." Dr. Kaplan is a keynote speaker dedicated to helping employee's find belonging in the workplace. She helps organizations strengthen trust, increase retention...
5 Dec 2025
Backstage Bucks County – Episode 10 with Blake Guss
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 8 with Blake Guss, Motivational Speaker, Meditation Workshop Facilitator, and Co-Founder of Online Meditation Events: Guided Meditation for All Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Blake Guss Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Introduction: Sharing Truth That Heals Episode 9 of Backstage Bucks County welcomes Blake Guss, a celebrated motivational speaker and the co-founder of Online Meditation Events- a c...
28 Nov 2025
Backstage Bucks County - Episode 9 with Jeff Mattes & Josh Frank from the Live Like Brent Foundation
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 8 with Jeff Mattes & Josh Frank from the Live Like Brent Foundation Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Executive Director Jeff Mattes & President Josh Frank of the Live Like Brent Foundation Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Introduction: Honoring the Life of Brent P. Evans Through the Live Like Brent Foundation Episode 8 of Backstage Bucks County is proud to welcome two very special guests, Je...
12 Nov 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 8 - Sara Weir Founder of Cowgirl Nextdoor
🪶 INTRODUCTION: THE HEART OF A MODERN WESTERN STORY The spirit of the West has always been more than fringe and leather — it’s about freedom, individuality, and a deep-down refusal to conform. In this episode of Backstage Bucks County, we sit down with Sara Weir, founder and creative force behind Cowgirl Nextdoor, a rising westernwear brand based in Doylestown, Pennsylvania that’s bringing Nashville-inspired energy to the East Coast. Cowgirl Nextdoor isn’t just fashion — it’s a lifestyle mo...
17 Oct 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 7- Nicole Rodowicz
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 8 with Nicole Rodowicz, Candidate for Mayor of Newtown Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Nicole Rodowicz, Candidate for Mayor of Newtown Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Backstage Bucks County welcomes Nicole Rodowicz, friend, community member, and mayoral candidate for Newtown, PA. Nicole shares her decision to run for mayor, and promises to advocate for beautification and communication i...
10 Oct 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 6 - Cocktails with Christian Duffy
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 6 with Christian Duffy, a.k.a "Cocktails With Christian" Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Christian Duffy, Creator of "Cocktails With Christian" Backstage Bucks County Welcomes social media content creator and bartender Christian Duffy, a.k.a "Cocktails With Christian." After downloading Tiktok a few years ago, he began posting "how to" videos of him mixing drinks and documenting his career as a bartender. S...
3 Oct 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 5 - Evan Walton, Real Estate Mogul and Founder of Wineskin
🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 5 with Evan Walton Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist Guest: Evan Walton — Addison Wolfe Realtor & Frontman of Wineskin Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA Runtime: 1:12:20 Introduction: A Bucks County Icon Steps Backstage Episode 5 of Backstage Bucks County is more than just another podcast episode. It’s a deep-dive conversation between two men who embody the very spirit of Bucks County — Matt Freedman, aw...
26 Sept 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 4 - David Uosikkinen Drummer from The Hooters and In The Pocket
🎶 Introduction: A Legendary Drummer Comes Backstage In this episode of Backstage Bucks County, host Matt Freedman sits down with none other than David Uosikkinen, the powerhouse drummer and founding member of The Hooters. For decades, David has been at the heart of some of rock’s most iconic moments — from sharing the stage at Live Aid to working with legendary musicians around the globe. But what makes this conversation unique isn’t just the resume. It’s the stories. From tutoring the Foo ...
19 Sept 2025
Backstage Bucks County Episode 3 - with Guest Ben Luber Men's Basketball Coach at University of Penn
🎙 Backstage Bucks County | Episode 3: Matt Freedman with Ben Luber, University of Pennsylvania Men’s Basketball Coach Welcome back to Backstage Bucks County, the show where host Matt Freedman—musician, entrepreneur, and proud Bucks County native—sits down with the fascinating people shaping our community and beyond. In this special episode, Matt reconnects with his longtime friend Ben Luber, former Penn State basketball star, professional player, and now Assistant Coach of Men’s Basketball a...
13 Sept 2025
Backstage Bucks County - Episode 2 Rob Martyn owner of D-Town Guitars Doylestown, PA
🎙️ Backstage Bucks County – Episode 2 Host: Matt Freedman, Musician & Founder of Rhythm Co-Host: Dustin Napoli, Musician & Songwriter Guest: Rob Martyn, Owner of D-Town Guitars Recorded Live at Rhythm’s Podcast Studio, New Hope, Pennsylvania Episode Overview Welcome back to Backstage Bucks County, the podcast that brings you behind the scenes of the thriving creative community in New Hope, Doylestown, and the greater Bucks County area. In Episode 2, host Matt Freedman — acclaimed m...
13 Aug 2025
Backstage Bucks County - Episode 1 with guest Jason Freedman
Backstage Bucks – Episode 1: Jason Freedman on Life, Business, Entrepreneurship & Mindset 🎙 The Debut of Backstage Bucks The curtain rises on the very first episode of Backstage Bucks, a raw, in-depth conversation series hosted by Matt Freedman — entrepreneur, musician, and brand builder. In this premiere, Matt sits down with Jason Freedman, a top-performing realtor, business owner, and local thought leader, to unpack the unfiltered reality of building a life and career you love. This i...
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