
In Defense of Ska
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<p>Ska no longer needs to be the butt of every joke. IDOS is flipping the narrative on this style of music that they love dearly.Hosts Aaron Carnes (author of "In Defense of Ska") and Adam Davis (Link 80, Omingone) chat with people in and outside of the ska scene to tell its stories, show its pervasiveness in culture, and defend it to their last dying breath.</p>
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Publishing Since
1/20/2021
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Recent Episodes

July 16, 2025
The Exit Interview with Sammy Kay
Sammy Kay interviews hosts Adam Davis and Aaron Carnes about the podcast's legacy and their hot takes on ska in this final episode.

July 9, 2025
The Final episode w/ special guest Mike Park
Host Aaron Carnes interviews ska legend Mike Park in this final episode, reflecting on the podcast's journey and the enduring spirit of ska.

July 2, 2025
Why Fishbone Matters with W. Kamau Bell
Comedian W. Kamau Bell joins host Aaron Carnes in an interview to champion Fishbone's originality and lasting impact on music, emphasizing their continued relevance.
274 total episodes available
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- What is In Defense of Ska?
<p>Ska no longer needs to be the butt of every joke. IDOS is flipping the narrative on this style of music that they love dearly.Hosts Aaron Carnes (author of "In Defense of Ska") and Adam Davis (Link 80, Omingone) chat with people in and outside of the ska scene to tell its stories, show its pervasiveness in culture, and defend it to their last dying breath.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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