{"podcast":{"title":"Hot Mess Espresso","slug":"hot-mess-espresso-6478282","podcast_index_feed_id":6478282,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/MWxiFze4.rss","website_url":"www.hotmessespressopod.riverside.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/f8744283-c42d-48ea-a6c1-a0f99f85df33/logos/ef85979d-f637-4700-ae5d-4ba178d231e0.png","author":"Heather Herington","episode_count":137,"summary":"Hot Mess Espresso is a mental health podcast focused on honest conversations around healing, burnout, anxiety, self-growth, and navigating the chaos of everyday life. Through relatable stories, expert insight, and unfiltered moments, the podcast creates a safe space for listeners to feel seen, supported, and a little less alone while figuring life out one episode at a time. Want to follow along more? Follow us on IG: @hotmess.espresso & @heather.herington Business & guest inquiries: team@hotmessespressopodcast.com","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T00:17:01.930574+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hot-mess-espresso-6478282"},"episode":{"title":"(116) Why You Should Treat Album releases Like Exclusive Dinner Parties With Kevin McClure","slug":"116-why-you-should-treat-album-releases-like-exclusive-dinner-parties-with-kevin-mcclure","published_at":"2026-03-04T16:05:28+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hot-mess-espresso-6478282/116-why-you-should-treat-album-releases-like-exclusive-dinner-parties-with-kevin-mcclure","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hot-mess-espresso-6478282","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/654ecc024a6f0dedd88aa63b12a577ca26636260f6bae9a32ca4cb116b68b1bc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNDZkMDZhNy0yZTQ0LTQ4ZjAtOGNkZi0wNzkyNzY3NzRkNjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmODc0NDI4My1jNDJkLTQ4ZWEtYTZjMS1hMGY5OWY4NWRmMzMiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NDk0YWQ4M2VhMGFjYTZmOTk4YzY3MzYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNzZiNTg1NzFkMjIwNWQyNjRiYTEwL2hlYXRoZXItaGVyaW5ndG9ucy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTRfXzAtMTQtMzIubXAzIn0=.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/654ecc024a6f0dedd88aa63b12a577ca26636260f6bae9a32ca4cb116b68b1bc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNDZkMDZhNy0yZTQ0LTQ4ZjAtOGNkZi0wNzkyNzY3NzRkNjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJmODc0NDI4My1jNDJkLTQ4ZWEtYTZjMS1hMGY5OWY4NWRmMzMiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2NDk0YWQ4M2VhMGFjYTZmOTk4YzY3MzYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhNzZiNTg1NzFkMjIwNWQyNjRiYTEwL2hlYXRoZXItaGVyaW5ndG9ucy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTRfXzAtMTQtMzIubXAzIn0=.mp3","summary":"Think you know all there is about music, mystery, and making a splash? Think again. Kevin McClure’s journey from teenage pop-punker to mind-blowing indie artist isn’t just inspiring; it’s a masterclass in intentional storytelling. through lyrics, albums, and even his own life. Kevin’s new album, “Flawlessly Flawed,” isn’t just another record, it’s a philosophical rollercoaster about embracing all your contradictions. He’s blending genres, dropping pre-release exclusives in vinyl and CD first, and tossing in a secret invite-only party that’s as rare as a unicorn at a metal festival. We break down his influences: from the grunge rebellion of Benji Madden to the introspective depths of Bright Eyes and explore how artists are now blending genres in ways that even Spotify’s playlists can’t contain. Plus, Kevin’s storytelling universe includes Cryptids, Skinwalkers, Frogman, Mothman… and yes, even Frogman’s just as weird and wonderful as it sounds. This episode isn’t just about music; it’s about living authentically, embracing complexity, and turning heartbreak and joy into art you can feel. Whether you’re a musician, a mystery junkie, or just someone who loves a good story with layers, Kevin’s insights will leave you inspired. Get ready to listen deeply, think differently, and see your potential in a whole new light.","meta_description":"Think you know all there is about music, mystery, and making a splash? Think again. Kevin McClure’s journey from teenage pop-punker to mind-blowing indie…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3284,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/hot-mess-espresso-6478282/episodes/116-why-you-should-treat-album-releases-like-exclusive-dinner-parties-with-kevin-mcclure/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hot-mess-espresso-6478282/116-why-you-should-treat-album-releases-like-exclusive-dinner-parties-with-kevin-mcclure.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}