Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast2 Jul

Phil Mastrean says that "Springsteen is a greedy pig"

Phil Mastroianni Mastrean from Pittsburgh is not happy with the 2026 Land of Hope and Dreams Springsteen tour. We get into Phil’s musical roots, first Bruce show in 1984, and a fandom spanning roughly 220 concerts, with favorites like “Backstreets,” “Darkness on the Edge of Town,” and “Born to Run.” The conversation turns to why Phil is skipping the current tour: he believes it was announced as politically motivated, feels high ticket prices clash with that message, and sees the shows as focused on criticizing the current administration, which he views as inconsistent and alienating to fans. Jesse emphasizes community, respectful disagreement, and his own experience of the shows as hopeful rather than purely political. 01:28 Meet Phil From Pittsburgh 02:01 Steelers Cowboys Banter 03:39 Early Music And Bruce Discovery 05:21 First Show Hooked 06:52 Community And Show Magic 09:17 Favorite Songs And Travel 10:52 Why This Tour Feels Different 14:15 Politics And Ticket Prices 17:14 Backlash And Fan Fallout 21:15 Still Listening Or Taking A Break 25:12 Divorce Papers Filed 26:48 Bruce Impact On Life 27:20 Fandom Fallout Debate 30:36 Platform And Legacy 32:43 Finding Common Ground 35:58 Songs Still Chasing 38:00 Songs That Evolve 43:41 Western Stars Live Wish 45:27 Farewell And Kindness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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