April 23, 2026

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Originally released as Episode 205 on May 6th, 2024, this episode features Papa Roach vocalist Jacoby Shaddix sharing the story behind the creation of the band’s enduring 2000 hit single, “Last Resort.” Drawing from a deeply personal experience where a friend faced a crisis, Jacoby discusses the song’s emotional origins and its lasting resonance with listeners.

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