Debunking Punk's Biggest Myths: Fact vs. Fiction

This episode cuts through the most persistent legends about punk— from who actually invented it to why the scene supposedly died in 1978—exploring the real people, places, and DIY networks that made the genre thrive and evolve. Listeners learn how fanzines, underground labels, clubs, and grassroots touring systems kept punk alive, while examining concrete evidence of musical skill, commercial pressures, and political diversity that defy oversimplified narratives.

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