The Worst of the Best Podcast

Ryan reunites with his oldest sons, Kirtland and Logan, in a cozy setup to celebrate their shared passion for AFI, the iconic punk rock outfit from the Wikipedia-noted origins in Ukiah, California. The trio dives deep into dissecting AFI's pivotal 2003 album Sing the Sorrow, reflecting on its explosive shift from hardcore roots to gothic-tinged emo anthems produced by Jerry Finn and Butch Vig, with tracks like "Girl's Not Grey" and "Silver and Cold" sparking animated debates on emotional lyrics, soaring choruses, and the band's breakthrough to platinum success. They reminisce about first discovering AFI through Warped Tour vibes and late-night spins, sharing laughs over the album's hidden spoken-word gems and its themes of sorrow, redemption, and celluloid dreams, while tying in personal stories of how the record's raw energy fueled their own punk explorations and family bonding moments.

Creators and Guests

Host
Ryan Rebalkin
Guest
Kirtland Rebalkin
Guest
Logan Rebalkin

What is The Worst of the Best Podcast?

Join host Ryan Rebalkin and his rotating guest hosts on The Worst of the Best Podcast, where they dive into the flaws of the best in pop culture and more. Covering genres like films, music, food, true crime, historical events, celebrity culture, and quirky societal trends, this podcast delivers a humorous, irreverent critique of the finest’s shortcomings.