Episode 50 of Good Times Noodle Salad hits a milestone with a raw one-on-one between Matt and Brian from Rivit—and this one goes way deeper than your typical music convo.

Brian breaks down what it really takes to bring a musical vision to life, including the decision to work with studio musicians to turn ideas into something real. The conversation weaves through his unique upbringing between Africa and Michigan, what boarding school was actually like, and how those experiences shaped both his life and his sound.

Things take a heavy turn as Brian shares the intense, real-life story of his dad being kidnapped in Africa—adding a layer of perspective you don’t hear every day on a music podcast.

They also get into the grind behind the scenes: engineering music, working in a studio on the side, and what it’s like balancing passion with the reality of building something sustainable.

It’s honest, unpredictable, and easily one of the most memorable episodes yet.

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Episode #49 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in special guest Drebb for a chaotic, hilarious ride through pop culture, music, and some absurd games.

From 50 Cent’s all-time petty antics to the Fast & Furious franchise completely losing the plot, nothing is safe as the conversation bounces between hot takes and wild opinions. Matt and Drebb also test their movie knowledge with a ridiculous improv game—connecting actors through co-stars and films until someone inevitably crashes and burns.

The episode also dives into the music scene in Northern Michigan, the contrast with Metro Detroit, and what it’s like trying to build something creative in a smaller, more spread-out community.

It’s a mix of sharp takes, dumb games, and real talk—classic Good Times Noodle Salad energy.

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Episode 48 of Good Times Noodle Salad brings in special guest Mind Riot for a wide-ranging, chaotic, and hilarious conversation.

We get into Paige’s book club taking a hard left turn into full-on smut territory, sparking a debate on what people are actually reading behind closed doors. Mind Riot dives into the evolution from playing in a cover band to writing and recording original music, breaking down the risks, growing pains, and creative payoff that comes with finding your own sound. The conversation also hits the realities of playing shows around Metro Detroit—from grindy gigs to standout moments—and what it takes to build momentum locally.

On top of that, we explore what it’s like growing up in a family-run brewery, how that environment shapes work ethic (and drinking tolerance), and the unexpected lessons that carry over into music and life.

It’s a fun mix of music talk, local scene insight, and unfiltered nonsense.

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