A fully independent, family-run podcast celebrating vinyl, music history, and human connection

Garage Fly Radio is hosted by my husband Joe (“Jukebox”) and me, Nancy (“Boz”). We’re lifelong music lovers, vinyl collectors, and storytellers who believe music is one of the strongest connectors between generations, memories, and lived experience.

What makes our podcast different is that vinyl isn’t just inspiration—it’s part of the show. We actively play records from our personal vinyl collection, embracing the warmth, crackle, and imperfections that come with physical media. For us, vinyl slows the listening experience down and brings intention back to music, which shapes the tone of our programming.

Garage Fly Radio isn’t a single-format show; it’s a family-run creative hub. We produce themed music episodes, artist spotlights, tribute shows, and reflective storytelling, and we also feature programs led by our children, giving them a platform and voice of their own.

Our listeners are vinyl lovers, late-night music fans, independent creators, and people who value authenticity over polish. Many find us because they’re looking for something real—music with memory, stories with heart, and a community that feels personal rather than produced.
 

Garage Fly Radio was born from loss and love.

Joe lost his best friend Steve, who originally coined the name “Garage Fly” decades ago during their band days. After his passing, we wanted to honor Steve—not just with words, but by building something living and lasting. Music had always been the heartbeat of that friendship, so podcasting felt like the natural home.

We started listening to a lot of podcasts ourselves and realized that while many were polished, very few felt personal. We wanted to create a space where music, memory, and humanity came first.

Once we decided to do it, we didn’t wait for perfect equipment or funding—we just started. From idea to first episode took weeks, not months, because the motivation was emotional and urgent. We learned as we went and kept moving forward.We are completely self-funded and self-produced.

We release episodes regularly, often multiple shows per week depending on themes and events. Production time varies by episode, but most shows take several hours between planning, recording, editing, artwork, and promotion.

We make time by treating Garage Fly Radio as a shared passion rather than a side hustle. Some episodes are recorded late at night, some early mornings—it’s woven into our daily life.

Our expenses include hosting, software, basic equipment, and promotional tools, all paid out-of-pocket. We don’t outsource editing or marketing—we do everything ourselves.
 

We are completely self-funded and self-produced.

We release episodes regularly, often multiple shows per week depending on themes and events. Production time varies by episode, but most shows take several hours between planning, recording, editing, artwork, and promotion.

We make time by treating Garage Fly Radio as a shared passion rather than a side hustle. Some episodes are recorded late at night, some early mornings—it’s woven into our daily life.

Our expenses include hosting, software, basic equipment, and promotional tools, all paid out-of-pocket. We don’t outsource editing or marketing—we do everything ourselves.
 

Right now, we don’t focus on sponsorships or revenue—we focus on impact.

Podcasting has given us connection, healing, and community. It strengthened our marriage, given our children a voice, and connected us with artists, listeners, and creators we never would have met otherwise.

Professionally, it’s expanded our skills—audio production, marketing, analytics, branding—and personally, it’s helped us turn grief into purpose. That’s worth more than any metric.
 

Our process is hands-on and organic.

We handle all recording, editing, and publishing ourselves using home studio equipment and accessible software. Guest discovery happens naturally—through community relationships, music scenes, social media, and word of mouth.

Preparation depends on the episode. Some shows are carefully themed and planned; others are intentionally conversational and spontaneous. Interviews may be in-person or remote, depending on location and availability.

What never changes is intention—we want every episode to feel human, welcoming, and sincere.
 

Our primary marketing channel is social media, especially X (formerly Twitter), where we actively engage with listeners, artists, and other creators in real time.

We also promote through our website, platform analytics, community engagement, and consistent posting tied to episodes and themes. Much of our listener growth comes from organic discovery—people sharing episodes because they resonate emotionally, not because of paid ads.

We pay close attention to analytics but let community response guide our strategy.
 

Start before you’re ready.

You don’t need perfect gear, a big audience, or a monetization plan on day one. You need honesty, consistency, and heart. Learn as you go, don’t compare your beginning to someone else’s middle, and don’t lose your voice trying to sound “professional.”

Also—do it for the right reasons. If your why is strong, you’ll survive the slow growth stages.
 

Website: https://garageflyradio.com
X (Twitter): https://x.com/GarageFlyRadio
Email: garageflyradio@gmail.com

Listeners can find all shows, episodes, and updates through our website and social channels.