Glen seems so nice and down-to-earth. The music he makes has always struck me as intelligent and thought-provoking. Hearing him speak, it isn't hard to see where that comes from. Also, he's still really cute!
Glen is very thoughtful, deep thinker. I have had the pleasure of meeting him twice. Glen is currently teaching Sing Circles in the Santa Barbara, California area to help and enlighten others through group singing. He's very a compassionate, loving and giving being. :)
Above all, I've always appreciated Glen's honesty. I am a Christian, a follower of Jesus Christ - but I'm not very good at "walking the walk" much of the time. Glen always has a spiritually sensitive undertone in his music. Even if I don't always see it as he does, I can readily identify with the thoughts, musings, struggles, conflicts, and heartache he may be conveying. How can you not love a person that raw and real?
Love. Love. Love. I wonder that he doesn't realize how many of us connected with his songwriting in the first place because it gave us that experience of singing in community - with HIM. He amazes ... Is already the deep social scholar (via lyrics) he hoped to be. I listen to when I need joy (throw it all away, winter pays for the summer) or to cry (fly from heaven, dunno why it makes me cry).
Glen is one hell of an artist. I have been a Toad fan for years and as a guitarist have always enjoyed learning Toad songs, honestly who can top Walk on the Ocean. Hint, I live in Lawrence Kansas, hint a concert by Glen or bringing Toad with him to Lawrence would be awesome. Last it seems Glen is a down to earth guy, I like that, I think it brings honesty to his music, song writing and what is amazing is the depth that even early Toad songs had.
Hey @Samuel Walkingstick - (There are) not many people in the world like him.....(get it now) Was just watching a livestream and remembered this interview, so here I am re-reading all the comments.
Relatable commitment issues - tattoos, religion... it's wild that he doesn't believe in god when so many of his lyrics sound like a longing to reconnect / be connected to his creator.
He has tattoos now. Sure, "Fly from Heaven" is laden with religious connotations. I don't have the time stamp yet - (6:20) but Glen does offer his definition of God. It can something as simple as one divine force or presence responsible for the creating the Universe and its inhabitants. Well that's my personal view anyways. ALSO: Organized religion can be a detriment to the human condition.
Gosh, I’m so into Glen’s mind here. And everything else, but I really love how he’s so good at confidently articulating his thoughts - which have been given real care - while still being humble about them. This interview is fascinating, with so much to unpack, I wish it went on. Even better, I wish I could have a long conversation with him. He certainly would’ve been an *amazing* teacher. And he must’ve had amazing teachers, as well. My theater teachers were some of the most influential and supportive people in my life. In fact, Glen reminds me of my favorite teacher. He was like a brother to me. Ok, getting emotional . . . what a surprise. But in a good way. Thank you, Glen, always!
Awe, Glen, you are so talented and I strongly felt in my spirit when I was listening to your music that Jesus is calling you. Jesus is the way, He cares for you so very much Glen, and He wants to have a relationship with all who will trust Him. I knew for a reason that awesome song came to my heart today "All I want" I could feel a heavy void in my heart and in my spirit I felt to give you this message from Jesus Christ my friend. He is longing you to know Him. He will speak to you and show you His goodness if you call on Him with your heart. See John 3:16 I appreciate your beautiful music and voice. One thing I felt was God say.. share this message with Glen. ❤🕊🕊
What nicer thing could you say about someone really? And that's certainly how he comes across here. I haven't had the good fortune to meet him, but love his music. Nobody's perfect. But he seems good enough. I'd settle for that.
"Swallowed by the New" is a fantastic new album, and you can tell Glen has been through and overcome some difficult times, and has embraced his suffering. How has suffering helped YOU in positive ways?
Ive learned to be more independent and not count on other people nor do i take it personally if someone lets me down or doesn't come through for me. Ive messed up so much that i can't get mad at other people for their flaws. Realize that most of the suffering i have encountered is from my own doing and my own state of mind.
Jarrett I think suffering in life is necesary to see we are part of a society and we need to take part of the existence and living...I just discovered your channel by TTWS music and I love it! Best regards and good luck with it! Thanks and God Bless You!
(7+ yrs late here .. better than never) Have often used the Shaw quote > washed up Tennis (Teaching) Pro here who like most semi-pro's couldn't make enough from competitive play so found myself teaching > as long as One's ego is in check, the quote definitely resonates. Wasn't aware Glen has Hebrew dna (of course not that it matters in any way) > simply further explanation as to why his narrative has always resonated > yet another incredible underrated Artist whose gifted with amazing talents. Thanks Glen for being a significant part of the Soundtrack to my life 🙏
Some salient points in this interview. 09:34, it's about showing up every day. 09:55 reconsidering the pass/fail of religion. 10:34 on human suffering-- the "delusion" that we're important in some way. 11:34 avoiding story-telling.
@@ldolphin34 he's always evolving. He's one of the most interesting and special people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting and talking to and I've been lucky enough to get to do that many times over the last 26 years. Endlessly kind and wonderful human he is
Love his music. Been one of my favorites for a long time now. His views on religion don't make sense though. His intellectual views get in the way of an actual experience with God. How do you enjoy the music when you cant get out of your own way mentally. Sounds like someone who could talk hisself into anything. Brilliant music...thanks Glen.
Is it odd that two of the people I follow the most -- Glen and Rafael Nadal -- both said the exact same thing -- suffering is important. Also odd they both are ambidextrous when it comes to their profession.
I've followed Toad since the early 90's and went to see them twice. But this interview could be a wikipedia definition in how disconnected the left coast is from reality. Glen , because of his talent and efforts have never had to endure the daily grind that millions of hard working folks across the globe do every day. They can't possibly understand the pressure of a business like a restaurant to put up with government regulations, pay all taxes keep folks on a pay roll etc This disconnect from reality where you wake up in this la la land, is the reason California and the left coast states are always broke, have higher crime, and folks wanting to move away. They demand the government to pay for their college degree in something that no one in society needs or wants to pay for. A degree in sacred music?? How much should that pay you Glen? But I agree with him about the tats. Never seen any doodle or saying that I want to see scribbled on my body forever.
DEEP DEEP DEEP..........I quit deep thinking at all after 50.......becomes a waste of your time......go out and live that life....it is wayyyyyyyyyyyy to short...!!!!!
A confused man, God created the earth, man sinned, God sent his son to die and rise again for sins, to be saved you must repent and believe on Jesus Christ You have two choice be saved or be damned to the lake of fire
Ok nonbelievers. Go to a accursed house, play with a ouija board. Then get a demonic attachment. Allah wont save you. Buddha wont save you. Vishnu wont save you. Only the name and power of the Lord Jesus Christ will. Yes, Christian's are highly hypocritical and because of their actions and absurdities I can see why there is anti christian sentiment. The Trinity is real! And when you do find Jesus and recieve the Holy Spirit you are really and truly interacting and hearing from God and there is nothing like it. (Some claim to hear but really dont and seen as crazy) He is truly a Living God and to have a relationship with Him is indescribable. Then and only then will you discover that His Word is truly Love because when you sin it separates you from Him. We were made to love Him as He loves us. How we take the food we eat, the people we have, the nature and beauty for granted. His love is so loud. What a wonderful relationship it is to have with Him. I hope all of you including Glenn can find Him or He find you.
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What a beautifully intelligent and insightful man. Always been a huge fan of his music.
Glen seems so nice and down-to-earth. The music he makes has always struck me as intelligent and thought-provoking. Hearing him speak, it isn't hard to see where that comes from. Also, he's still really cute!
Jennifer Kronenberger bet u couldn't take your eyes off his bulge could ya?
Glen is very thoughtful, deep thinker. I have had the pleasure of meeting him twice. Glen is currently teaching Sing Circles in the Santa Barbara, California area to help and enlighten others through group singing. He's very a compassionate, loving and giving being. :)
@@mikeconville2532 Your real name is Mike Dauida...I looked you up, saw all your other accounts linked...you still around dude???
Above all, I've always appreciated Glen's honesty. I am a Christian, a follower of Jesus Christ - but I'm not very good at "walking the walk" much of the time. Glen always has a spiritually sensitive undertone in his music. Even if I don't always see it as he does, I can readily identify with the thoughts, musings, struggles, conflicts, and heartache he may be conveying. How can you not love a person that raw and real?
Let's convert the Jew
enjoy your life... god dosent care
Great interview. I love Glen's voice, whether he's singing or just talking.
Love. Love. Love. I wonder that he doesn't realize how many of us connected with his songwriting in the first place because it gave us that experience of singing in community - with HIM. He amazes ... Is already the deep social scholar (via lyrics) he hoped to be. I listen to when I need joy (throw it all away, winter pays for the summer) or to cry (fly from heaven, dunno why it makes me cry).
Great interview. Glen seems like a nice man. The songs I know of his certainly do bring God to mind and show a deep thinker.
LOVE Glen. Learned more about him in 10 minutes than I ever have before. What an incredible eye opening discussion.
Pretty heavy stuff. :)
Glen is one hell of an artist. I have been a Toad fan for years and as a guitarist have always enjoyed learning Toad songs, honestly who can top Walk on the Ocean. Hint, I live in Lawrence Kansas, hint a concert by Glen or bringing Toad with him to Lawrence would be awesome. Last it seems Glen is a down to earth guy, I like that, I think it brings honesty to his music, song writing and what is amazing is the depth that even early Toad songs had.
Glen is a fascinating person, and your interview dovetailed with his views brilliantly. Great job!
I appreciate this discussion deeply.
I love this guy. Glen is a complete person
@Lorelai Nokomis why don't many people like him? Where did you get your information from?
Hey @Samuel Walkingstick -
(There are) not many people in the world like him.....(get it now)
Was just watching a livestream and remembered this interview, so here I am re-reading all the comments.
He's so relatable, and his lyrics hit all those places that ache for recognition and solidarity.
Relatable commitment issues - tattoos, religion... it's wild that he doesn't believe in god when so many of his lyrics sound like a longing to reconnect / be connected to his creator.
He has tattoos now. Sure, "Fly from Heaven" is laden with religious connotations. I don't have the time stamp yet - (6:20) but Glen does offer his definition of God.
It can something as simple as one divine force or presence responsible for the creating the Universe and its inhabitants. Well that's my personal view anyways.
ALSO: Organized religion can be a detriment to the human condition.
Gosh, I’m so into Glen’s mind here. And everything else, but I really love how he’s so good at confidently articulating his thoughts - which have been given real care - while still being humble about them. This interview is fascinating, with so much to unpack, I wish it went on. Even better, I wish I could have a long conversation with him. He certainly would’ve been an *amazing* teacher. And he must’ve had amazing teachers, as well. My theater teachers were some of the most influential and supportive people in my life. In fact, Glen reminds me of my favorite teacher. He was like a brother to me. Ok, getting emotional . . . what a surprise. But in a good way. Thank you, Glen, always!
His analogy about antidepressants is 100% spot on. Interesting interview.
Glen, you are THE BEST.
that circumcised quip😳😅😍 ...he's a doll 💚
Bella Umbrellla 😅 Yeah, agreed what a sweetie! 💜
Hes a jew
The guy always struck me as so grounded. Especially for a 'made' musician. I sure like Glen. I love his music.
Awe, Glen, you are so talented and I strongly felt in my spirit when I was listening to your music that Jesus is calling you. Jesus is the way, He cares for you so very much Glen, and He wants to have a relationship with all who will trust Him. I knew for a reason that awesome song came to my heart today "All I want" I could feel a heavy void in my heart and in my spirit I felt to give you this message from Jesus Christ my friend. He is longing you to know Him. He will speak to you and show you His goodness if you call on Him with your heart.
See John 3:16
I appreciate your beautiful music and voice. One thing I felt was God say.. share this message with Glen. ❤🕊🕊
🙏🙏🙏
Glen is the nicest most genuine guy I've ever met. He's not perfect, but he's a great great guy 💕
That he is! Thanks for watching!
What nicer thing could you say about someone really? And that's certainly how he comes across here. I haven't had the good fortune to meet him, but love his music. Nobody's perfect. But he seems good enough. I'd settle for that.
who is?
what a great, great interview👍🏻
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed.
"Swallowed by the New" is a fantastic new album, and you can tell Glen has been through and overcome some difficult times, and has embraced his suffering. How has suffering helped YOU in positive ways?
I can def say that Toad The Wet Sprocket and Tori Amos helped get me through my very tough teenage years. His new song "Go" is just beautiful.
Ive learned to be more independent and not count on other people nor do i take it personally if someone lets me down or doesn't come through for me. Ive messed up so much that i can't get mad at other people for their flaws. Realize that most of the suffering i have encountered is from my own doing and my own state of mind.
Jarrett I think suffering in life is necesary to see we are part of a society and we need to take part of the existence and living...I just discovered your channel by TTWS music and I love it! Best regards and good luck with it! Thanks and God Bless You!
good discussion! really dig the honest and deep intellectual discussion.
Thank you both!
Excellent interview, im a huge fan of Glen. I like the way you get the direction of this interview. Thanks !
great interview! Thanks so much! You asked some fun and off-beat questions; so nice to hear Glen speak to these.
Glen is so inspiring and brilliant 😊❤️. I’ve learned so much from his talks and music. So very thankful for him 😊❤️☀️👍 Modern day philosopher
Not at all what I was expecting, but I'm glad I stuck around to the end. Very profound. Thanks
(7+ yrs late here .. better than never)
Have often used the Shaw quote > washed up Tennis (Teaching) Pro here who like most semi-pro's couldn't make enough from competitive play so found myself teaching > as long as One's ego is in check, the quote definitely resonates.
Wasn't aware Glen has Hebrew dna (of course not that it matters in any way) > simply further explanation as to why his narrative has always resonated > yet another incredible underrated Artist whose gifted with amazing talents.
Thanks Glen for being a significant part of the Soundtrack to my life 🙏
What a great interview!
Appreciate you having a watch. He was great.
Great interview! Great lead singer, music and BAND!
Love his voice!! ♥️
Glen is the most inteligente musician I know. My hero ❤️
Awsome..love the music..
Gran entrevista, se agradece
Some salient points in this interview.
09:34, it's about showing up every day.
09:55 reconsidering the pass/fail of religion.
10:34 on human suffering-- the "delusion" that we're important in some way.
11:34 avoiding story-telling.
So apparently Glen Phillips will never be the next James Taylor. Got it.
It doesn't have to be true to anybody else. Indeed. Cheers.
great interview man
thanks
Great interview.
Thanks, Coby!
Good to hear. Just got back into TTWS and need to hear his solo stuff.
Funny. When I go to shows, I actually DO get that "singing together" thing Glen talks about here.
Great job, very interesting interview. The venue is Eddie's Attic isn't it? I come there every once a while :)
DO WHAT COMES NATURAL !! GLEN YOUR SO TRUE !! FOLLOW YOUR HEART & SOUL !! WE ARE GETTING OLD HURRY UP KIDO !!
What is the phrase at 4:32 that sounds like German "dachen sie" (dokken zee)?
"Ashkenazi" Jews
Yay he was bar mitzvah 😅😍😍
fast forward five years Glen's got some sweet new tatts on his forearms :-)
Obviously, the biggest force in Glen's life is change.
@@ldolphin34 he's always evolving. He's one of the most interesting and special people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting and talking to and I've been lucky enough to get to do that many times over the last 26 years. Endlessly kind and wonderful human he is
Why aren’t the beers on the table ?? Lol
one can tell that the depth with which Glen speaks, is really flying over the interviewer, his body movement and tweaks show discomfort
LOL
sing loud while you're able
I wish tori amos would come back n do something with toad
why?
Love his music. Been one of my favorites for a long time now. His views on religion don't make sense though. His intellectual views get in the way of an actual experience with God. How do you enjoy the music when you cant get out of your own way mentally. Sounds like someone who could talk hisself into anything. Brilliant music...thanks Glen.
people at the bar must not be fans
Poor man
Is it odd that two of the people I follow the most -- Glen and Rafael Nadal -- both said the exact same thing -- suffering is important. Also odd they both are ambidextrous when it comes to their profession.
I've followed Toad since the early 90's and went to see them twice. But this interview could be a wikipedia definition in how disconnected the left coast is from reality. Glen , because of his talent and efforts have never had to endure the daily grind that millions of hard working folks across the globe do every day. They can't possibly understand the pressure of a business like a restaurant to put up with government regulations, pay all taxes keep folks on a pay roll etc This disconnect from reality where you wake up in this la la land, is the reason California and the left coast states are always broke, have higher crime, and folks wanting to move away. They demand the government to pay for their college degree in something that no one in society needs or wants to pay for. A degree in sacred music?? How much should that pay you Glen? But I agree with him about the tats. Never seen any doodle or saying that I want to see scribbled on my body forever.
So, why is Glen Phillips sitting with Louis CK and Louis isn't even gonna whip it out? Is this, like, a trick vid or something?
glen destroys
There's nothing wrong with this.
One of my FAV. male voices!!!! Feel bad for him they circumcised him tho. Circumcision is wrong, evil and stupid.
Spiritual can be good or bad satan is spiritual
I don't know Glen is jewish
like somekind of violent stevie nicks thing
He gives Keanu Reeves a run for his money.
DEEP DEEP DEEP..........I quit deep thinking at all after 50.......becomes a waste of your time......go out and live that life....it is wayyyyyyyyyyyy to short...!!!!!
I love this interview, but am wildly distracted by the fact that your beers are on the floor rather than the table.
Ha ha, yeah agreed Aaron 😅 🍺
Get over yourself
I didn't know Glen was a Jew.
PLAY BEACH ULTIMATE, OLD MAN
"Spiritual, secular music"...?
Go to a Tool concert.
I'm suffering from watching a guy wearing thongs with blue jeans.
Yeah, nice watch though.
no doubt.... BRUTAL
I'm confused.. Is it a Jewish thing to put your arm on the table and your glass of beer on the floor?
A confused man, God created the earth, man sinned, God sent his son to die and rise again for sins, to be saved you must repent and believe on Jesus Christ
You have two choice be saved or be damned to the lake of fire
Typical Christian arrogant thinking you're above everyone else. Have some respect!👎
I agree with that.
Gee, you sound like a real fun person
The choices are lager or ale.
Ok nonbelievers. Go to a accursed house, play with a ouija board. Then get a demonic attachment. Allah wont save you. Buddha wont save you. Vishnu wont save you. Only the name and power of the Lord Jesus Christ will. Yes, Christian's are highly hypocritical and because of their actions and absurdities I can see why there is anti christian sentiment. The Trinity is real! And when you do find Jesus and recieve the Holy Spirit you are really and truly interacting and hearing from God and there is nothing like it. (Some claim to hear but really dont and seen as crazy) He is truly a Living God and to have a relationship with Him is indescribable. Then and only then will you discover that His Word is truly Love because when you sin it separates you from Him. We were made to love Him as He loves us. How we take the food we eat, the people we have, the nature and beauty for granted. His love is so loud. What a wonderful relationship it is to have with Him. I hope all of you including Glenn can find Him or He find you.