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Foo Fighters guitarist Chris Shiflett joins photographer and host Justin Jay for an in-depth, candid conversation about music, loss, and creative rebirth.
Chris opens up about balancing rock stardom with family life, processing the death and loss of Taylor Hawkins, and finding new meaning as a solo artist.

The two friends talk about recording in Nashville, surfing in Santa Barbara, the evolution of podcasting, and staying grounded after decades on the world’s biggest stages.

If you’re a fan of Foo Fighters, rock music storytelling, or authentic artist conversations, this episode of The Plug w/ Justin Jay is for you.

🎧 Listen for humor, reflection, and real insight from one of modern rock’s most grounded legends.

00:00 Life with Foo Fighters
01:07 Who is Chris Shiflett
02:02 Fame, family & reflection
03:54 The podcast circle
05:20 Learning to interview
08:37 Real conversations & Dick Cavett
14:02 New solo music – “Born and Raised”
19:06 Santa Barbara roots & surf life
24:25 Going solo vs Foo Fighters
35:22 Losing Taylor Hawkins
44:56 Making Studio 666
49:32 Surfing & charity stories
53:20 What’s next for Foo Fighters

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The Plug w/ Justin Jay is a bi-monthly arts and culture podcast featuring unfiltered, long-form interviews with the artists, entertainers, and innovators shaping today’s world. Each episode explores career challenges, inspirations, and the stories behind music, sports, design, and politics.

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