Step By Stapp Podcast

Send us a Text MessageIt’s the last episode and this one has a little bit of everything: special guest Erika, Blank Check podcast, listener voicemails, someone being forced to read a monologue, and more!  And obviously we recap the series finale of Step by Step and explain how Scott Stapp wrote the song Higher about it.

Send us a Text MessageOn the penultimate episode of the podcast, Julian Morena returns to once again demand royalties for writing the Step by Stapp theme song. Having anticipated this, Chris & Rob bring their lawyer, Chad Nicholas (Nick Baglas) on the show to defend them. Little do they know Julian brought his lawyer as well, Chris's infamous Uncle Jeff (Steve Schifini). What unfolds is a thrilling and, at times, disgusting courtroom drama people will be talking about for years to come. On Step by Step, Cody's friend who is an old man tries to commit suicide. Plus, the Creed song "Who's Got My Back" is about that episode and we definitely didn't accidentally pick the song not realizing we had just done it two episodes ago.

Send us a Text MessageLadies & Gentlemen, we have two big announcements. 1.) The Step by Stapp 3rd anniversary show in April will also be the series finale. Yes, this podcast is coming to an end - but a new one is just around the corner! Announcement 2.) Scott Stapp has a new album coming out and the first single has been released. Chris & Rob provide unprecedented access to their process as they analyze new Stapp lyrics live on the show and discover how this new song might be about the Step by Step episode where they all go to family therapy. If you'd like to leave a voicemail or text to be played on the finale, dial the Step by Stapp hotline at 209-STAPPIT (209-782-7748). 

Send us a Text MessageWhen Rob tricks Chris into guesting on his internet daytime talk show, "Robby", Chris must defend himself against Kayla, an alleged former lover who claims he is the father of 3-year old Brianna. Though Chris insists he has never met Kayla, only a paternity test can truly solve this dispute. On Step by Step, Frank & Carol find out they are having a baby (aka Brendan replacement) and have mixed emotions. Scott Stapp also had mixed emotions when he wrote the Creed song "Are You Ready?" about this very same episode.

Send us a Text MessageSpecial guest Kendra joins the show to help do a gritty true crime podcast. Step by Stabb takes a deep dive into the mysterious disappearance of Ron Chadden - a man who vanished after leaving a frantic voicemail for his wife. The twists and turns that unfold upon investigation will truly shock you.  This coincides with the Step by Step season 4 episode where Mark commits the true crime of giving in to peer pressure and egging houses on Halloween. Of course, the Creed song "Who's Got My Back?" covers this in detail.  Episode brought to you by Zack's Snacks and the Step by Stabb official merch store.

Send us a Text MessageWhen Chris & Rob both get amnesia after being struck by lightning, they must figure out who they are and what their podcast is about (with a little help from a friendly caller). They soon discover the episode of Step by Step where Cody also gets lightning-induced amnesia. But can Chris & Rob piece together which Creed song was inspired by that specific episode? Or what a song even is? Listen and find out for yourself!

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob are pleased to announce they will be starring in the official 2019 Tostitos Super Bowl ads (after stealing the master copy of the original ads from the Tostitos office janitor). Get a sneak peek before the big game by hearing Chris & Rob perform the commercials live on the podcast. With plenty of twists, turns, audible chewing, & some major celebrity cameos, these spots are BOUND to go viral! Keeping with the theme, on Step by Step, Patrick Duffy auditions to become an amateur sportscaster at the local TV network. Oh, and also the song "Illusions" by Creed was written specifically about that episode. 

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob discuss the episode of Step by Step where Cody joins a fraternity and goes to a party where people are having pre-marital sex. You wouldn't believe what Scott Stapp thought about this scenario when he wrote the bonus track alternate take: With Arms Wide Open (Strings Version)" Plus, under new corporate management, Chris & Rob must read a series of PSAs. When the ads get a little confusing, the new owners call in to take matters into their own hands.

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob try to start 2019 right by solely talking about Step by Step and Scott Stapp, but become distracted by the time machine Rob stole from Elon Musk's house on New Year's Eve. When they get a glimpse of their future 2 years down the line, they realize they must do whatever it takes to change the course of history and save the podcast.  Also, on Step by Step Dana goes to college and Scott Stapp wrote the Creed song Silent Teacher about it. 

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob are planning to record a very special holiday episode - their first ever LIVE stream on Christmas morning. Unfortunately for them, a mysterious podcast hater known only as "The Chunch" has plans to ruin the show and take all the joy out of the now famous tradition that is Step by Stapp's Christmas episode. As per usual, if you happen to be a music copyright lawyer: please feel free to skip this one. Thank you in advance and happy holidays to all!    

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob try to do a normal show and talk about the Step by Step episode where Mark takes karate lessons (and why Scott Stapp wrote the song "What If" about it), but are interrupted by a couple of HR reps from corporate who are monitoring the podcast as year-end protocol. 

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob discover a lost recording from when they first met at the high school prom in which both their dates no-showed. As the unedited tape plays it becomes obvious that their experience was not only reminiscent of the Step by Step S3 finale, "Prom Night", but also that the Creed song "Unforgiven" was written specifically about that episode. 

Send us a Text MessageFrequent caller Martii dials the podcast for some dating advice after recently divorcing both his husband AND his wife. Rob guides him on his blind date with CKassandra, who he was set up with from hotornot.com. On Step by Step, Karen & Dana are also set up on blind dates by their conniving mom, and things do not go well. Luckily things did go well when Scott Stapp recorded the Creed song "Ode", allowing us to listen to it as well as understand how it is about bad blind dates.

Send us a Text MessageFor their big Halloween special, Chris & Rob book infamous paranormal investigator Chad LaRemy (Nick Baglas). But while recording in Chad's sprawling 19th century mansion, weird things start happening. And the more Chad divulges about his past, the weirder things get.  Also they discuss the film noir parody episode of Step by Step and the Art of Anarchy song "A Light in Me" (aka the devil's music) which was obviously written about that episode.

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob welcome guest Erika back to the show to celebrate Scottoberfest and share in some traditional Scott Stapp themed fall brews. They also discuss the episode of Step by Step where Suzanne Somers gets addicted to diet pills and the Scott Stapp song "Crash", which was written as a tribute to that episode.Plus, Erika tells her incredible story of seeing Creed perform live in 2002, and a special jumbo sized "You've Got Voicemail" segment. This episode truly has something for everyone. 

Send us a Text MessageWhen Rob is away on a business trip, Chris finds a temporary co-host named Rick on Craigslist. Then, door-to-door salesman Willy Himan shows up (uninvited) to try and sell his wares. On Step by Step, J.T. becomes a salesman himself while washing Tauruses at a used car lot. And obviously the Scott Stapp Art of Anarchy song "1,000 Degrees" was written about that episode too. 

Send us a Text MessageOn Step by Step, the kids watch horror films and then take turns scaring each other. Scott Stapp had some thoughts about that when he wrote the unreleased song called “Pray For Sunrise.”Plus, Chris & Rob share their experience of not going to see Scott Stapp on Fox & Friends, a new listener voicemail, and the creepiest non ghost story ever told. This episode is so spooky you are guaranteed to soil your Hanes. 

Send us a Text MessageGoing with the theme of today's Step by Step episode where Karen & Al audition for a modeling gig at the local mall, Chris & Rob book Heidi Klum as a guest on the podcast. Unfortunately the terms of the interview stipulate it must be over AOL Instant Messenger. Plus: hear the Creed song Scott Stapp wrote as a very obvious tribute to Al Lambert's modeling career, and we get a new listener voicemail.

Send us a Text MessageChris & Rob read the lost pilot to a network drama Chris wrote years ago - Doctor Premonition - which is (kind of) similar to the episode of Step by Step where Cody has premonitions in his dreams. The result is must-hear TV! Also, turns out the Creed song Scott Stapp wrote about that ep of Step by Step was hiding in plain sight on the Eurpean version of Human Clay THIS WHOLE TIME. 

Send us a Text MessageWhen Chris forgets Rob's birthday, he scrambles to get some of Rob's favorite celebrities to call into the show. You'll never believe what Harvey Fierstein sounds like in real life!Mark on Step by Step is also celebrating a big birthday, but things don't go his way after he falls in love during a game of "Spin the Bottle".Plus, the Stapp Conspiracy is blown wide open when Chris & Rob discover the truth about this week's song. The lyrics must be heard to be believed...