Hardcore & Straight-Edge: Toby Morse | Rich Roll Podcast

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Today, I sit down with long-time hardcore musician, vegan, straight edge, role model Dad, (has NEVER tried any drugs or alcohol) Toby Morse. Best known as the vocalist for the punk rock band H2O, Toby is the host of the One Life One Chance Podcast. We discussed punk rock, parenting, plant-based and PMA!
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[@hubermanlab]

Such an important figure in punk rock and person in the world. Toby Morse is the real deal. H20, NYC, and on and on...

[@heyithae]

Love your work Andrew! Keep it up bro!!

[@tmpbruce]

What a pleasant surprise to see you here

[@keithamos6992]

Meat free for 34 years and straightedge for close to 30. I'm now in my late forties and still going strong !

[@leglocksdontwork4243]

Keith Amos 17 years and counting 💪💪💪

[@gabrielahimsa4387]

[@canseeme1982]

Since Dec 2020!

[@chasegimbel1904]

Once you break edge you were never straight edge to begin with you bum

[@chasegimbel1904]

Once you break edge you were never straight edge to begin with you bum

[@sevnhana2898]

As someone who has also never touched drugs or alcohol this is such a special episode. Thank you for having Toby on, such an inspiration for all us straight edge kids!

[@CarlosMorales-ev7bv]

Drugs and alcohol are pretty fun though, you're missing out.

[@s_wggns]

^^^^lies, shit will ruin your fuckin life!

[@samijaved3213]

Same. I kinda get left out of things for it cos I'm the only one of my friends that don't drink. But I'm definitely glad I don't because Im very happy and still enjoy hanging out with people without drugs or alcohol.

[@gabrielahimsa4387]

what about the vegan part ?

[@113KILL5]

I’m 36 and I am gonna return to my straight edge roots - I was straight edge for years and then my life kind of fell apart. Any encouraging words or experiences would be welcome. Much love and respect to everyone here, thanks for this video as well.

[@DavidHoughton17]

yeah yeah SXE from 16 to 30 sure its been some years now and i am considering it. Total respect to all the edgers out there

[@dylannelson501]

I love that Rich has friendships with so many hardcore/ punk/ vegan/ edge bros.

[@karlosxzy]

What a legend. Cool interview. I basically gave up all forms of recreational drugs (including caffeine and alcohol) about five years ago and then transitioned to a vegan and plant based lifestyle three years ago. Took up skateboarding two years ago after a ten year break. And I've always loved punk rock and hardcore. It's awesome that this healthy, conscious, PMA lifestyle is becoming more common with older people and younger alike. I've never felt better!

[@michaelpawlowicz9377]

Went vegan in June. Been alcohol and drug free 11 years. Just took up skating again this year. Its good to see others doing equally positive things.

[@bvlms_]

H20 and similar PMA bands have got me through the hardest times, to see a legend in the hardcore scene like Toby carry himself with such humility and kindness is super inspiring. What an awesome conversation.

[@alanr4263]

It's a Tribe It's a life style it's more then just music at least for me that's how I look at it.

[@pboyd4948]

Toby this man is a Legend, myself meat free 24 years still drug free and still learning PMA.... Genius

[@markswindell2503]

Yo that guy is going to live forever. Good for him. I might have to buy some merch from him to support the positive message. Respect, Toby.

[@mattk04]

Used to talk to Toby when SOIA came through town. Good to see him doing well.

[@andthenthecloudsbreak8647]

Rich, I'm going to love this. PMA has changed my life and inspired my vlogging channel - I moved from negative thinking to believing anything is possible.

[@biglance]

Wish I would have known about him a long time ago! I knew a bit about straight edge, but this guy has really lived it, just amazing message, love it, thank u Rich Roll!!!!

[@complyvoluntarily]

fun interview, always thought i'd missed out on the d.c. punk scene. props to the str8 edgers.

[@thekromekitty]

Wow how amazing to learn about this community of musicians and skaters that I knew nothing about!

[@wephotogal]

My era, too. Going to all of those punk shows in the eighties in CT. and RI. good times.

[@benreigle8104]

that was rad , Toby! my friends look out for me like faaaaaammmiiillllyyyy H20 Go!

[@daisybluegroff]

The visual design of the show is exemplary, great work!!!!

[@eggsarantaduo]

AMEN, I've been waiting for this guest for a loooong time! Big ups =D

[@keithb9920]

Cool stuff. I've known of H2O and Toby's pma message for years. First time actually hearing him tell his story. Great stuff brother and thanks. I was part of the scene many years ago (cfa). #pma

[@wertcon7073]

I love the message. Thanks for bringing these dudes Rich.

[@robstehlin5151]

Awesome podcast. I have a lot of respect for straight edge bunkers. Never imagined - keep bringing these great stories

[@iatepodcastnetwork]

This is Great! Thank You!

[@danielmolodyh2252]

Very solid dude great podcast thank you!

[@banjo5835]

Such a great guy and great conversation with you two.

[@cirjames2540]

Music creates powerful messages to let others know they are not alone from children to adults. It is great to see a Toby shine a positive message to the masses since it does make a difference in our world. How many people are vegan because of Meat is Murder by the Smiths or anti-drug because of Straight Edge by Minor Threat? Great podcast Rich!

[@Crusty666]

Been an alcoholic and junkie. I have a lot of respect for you and the way you've created your channel. You're an inspiration.

[@f.dmcintyre4666]

Awesome Podcast, many Thanks...........Blessings...........

[@adriapiella]

Thanks so much for this ♥️

[@xitsox]

Great talk, guys :) Luv Ya!

[@bakeraus]

I have been listening to Toby's podcasts as well, legendary and his knowledge on music and life is well worth checking out. Great guests like Rich ;)

[@jasoncecala757]

H2O was my favorite band growing up. I've seen them so many times. Toby exudes what Hardcore is. What it's supposed to be. He was such a driving force in my life. Still love this man. Still my favorite live Hardcore band ever.

[@leftfordead8336]

Hardcore saved my life and I mean that wholeheartedly, I grew up with a lot of anger and mental health issues feeling like the odd one out coupled with childhood trauma I just never felt like I belonged anywhere or could relate to others and for the first time I felt like I had a thing or place to call my own.. hardcore and punk is so much more than just music. It taught me life's tough but I'm tougher, always forward and keep trying! Edification and empathy is the meaning of life

[@rodz7910]

Bring on John Joseph, he inspired me on my journey to higher mileage running and I've done a half marathon this past rock and roll in San Diego. Signed up for my 2 first marathon's in AZ January and SD in May. Goal to do the Kona Iron man in 2 years, 44 years old now. PMA, vegetarian now, working towards plant based...

[@lawmackrory]

Rich has done 4 or 5 podcasts with JJ, there are HOURS of gold content for you to listen to.

[@richroll]

John Joseph has been on my podcast many many times

[@rodz7910]

@@richroll My bad, new to your channel and your book was great!!!! I found it after listening to David Goggins book on audible. You three guys have pushed me beyond what I thought I could do!

[@steveotatooed]

@@rodz7910 That's inspiring bro keep.it up!

[@mheberling5939]

Great interview. H20 since the beginning.

[@vadermasktruth]

Cheers from Detroit! Been into H2O since the beginning. I'm a 50 yr old hardcore kid and proud of it. I think...

[@sacharemling6084]

Backed hard!

[@1afterthep]

back again and I still wish STRAIGHT EDGE would find its way into other music genres and scenes

[@mrshrp1621]

Not straightedge but H20 ( and rancid , many other bands from hardcore, punk to 2 tone) help me in my teens years to a point but mostly now as a older person trying to fix somethings about myself ,music helping me focus on a better future and push through community college for a degree .H20 GO! Big thanks and respect to them and many other hardcore bands ,from NYC to DC .

[@luisjorgeaguilarflores1319]

Awesome

[@zew1414]

PMA has always been a great message and the best thing I got from Bad Brains back in the day but a lot of times it's so fucking hard to hold onto it!

[@1afterthep]

great interview. did anybody notice the jam jars they are drinking from? lol, trailer park boys style

[@AndrewJShirley]

"I like everything" Says he doesn't like the death metal his son listens to. Just poking fun ;-) Loving it so far 44mins in.

[@steveotatooed]

🤣

[@steveotatooed]

I loved every secondf

[@adriancampbell8045]

You can be negative, neutral, or positive when you face or experience anything - Keep the PMA. OLOC, NYHC, DMS, SOIA, SXE, WWHC, ♥

[@patrickgouthro7031]

Brockton ma here!

[@HomemakerDaze]

Straight edge rules!

[@CesarSanchezfool]

Juergen Klopp is a great manager and Toby Morse is one inspiration guy.

[@amandalmiller]

💗🙏

[@lanagievski1540]

I’m a younger millennial and I really feel like I was part of the last generation that experienced boredom as a regular part of life. I didn’t have a phone or even proper internet access until much later on so I would just go to my friends house and we would just get creative and see what shows were on locally or just jam out

[@boris1387]

48, last time I had alcohol was '91. Had a bottle of bud and it was trash😂😂😁 Never smoked or touched drugs.

[@hugofilipeseleiro]

H20 Go ! Obrigado

[@chuckjamesnorris5928]

guys pretty much 50 and looks healthier than all of us

[@biglance]

NICE NEW INTRO MUSIC!!!!!!! peace from China.

[@vadermasktruth]

H2O, all the 1990s straightedge bands, and hardcorepunk in general helped me to get sober from a nasty heroin, crack, and xanax habit! Punk rock both ruined my life and saved my life.

[@gabrielahimsa4387]

XVX im proud and anoying :D - The dad i never had

[@2000ricktalife]

His brother Todd is actually cool. Respect too Todd n Todd friend

[@bryanfrombuffalo7685]

Sober from opiates after a decade...but coffee is another story😊

[@deadbabiesinvomit]

Fuck yeah!

[@RiffKrsna]

All hail Ian MacKaye and Minor Threat!

[@JetBomb-xx6ye]

The original hippesters

[@jeffrockwell1555]

What's wrong with criminals?

[@tunafishmen7352]

Is it fucked that I’m on my smoke break watching this??

[@sconrey7]

Only if you were smoking mids...

[@carolinas.2829]

ironic how his best friend travis married a kardashian. lol still love toby! a true role model

[@2000ricktalife]

John the con mag

[@JB5D]

XVX Represent XVX

[@gabrielahimsa4387]

XVX

[@2000ricktalife]

Toby raised dwids love child with moonie

[@bg7059]

Lost me with the support for transmissions

[@jacoby.h.3667]

Is he wearing a Skrewdriver t-shirt on Google? What is that about?

[@vaclavhavlicek8000]

GB stands for Gorilla Biscuits. It's a classic New York Hard Core band from the 80's. Still playing, though.

[@jacoby.h.3667]

Vaclav Havlicek Try google him

[@vaclavhavlicek8000]

@@jacoby.h.3667 Whom?

[@jacoby.h.3667]

Vaclav Havlicek Toby

[@vaclavhavlicek8000]

@@jacoby.h.3667 I don't need to, bro. I'm 40 and I've been into H20's music and Toby's message since 1997. Went to their gig two weeks ago.

[@manuelmendez6022]

VICE!? 🤣

[@joythief]

Toby Morse is a cop

[@leglocksdontwork4243]

joythief an undercover cop 👮

[@joythief]

@@leglocksdontwork4243 How does that boot taste?

[@joythief]

@Zolina Mohamad How does that boot taste?

[@joythief]

@Zolina Mohamad lolokpig

[@drewp.weiner5065]

WHAT ABOUT POPPERS DUDE? ARE THEY EDGE?

[@timchen2550]

Not dissing the guy but I think he looks older than 49 or just about. Not seeing how he looks younger which is something he says a lot.

[@2000ricktalife]

Nyhc is dead hipster core lives.

[@douglasmelgosa8350]

Lame

[@mariuszwolf7351]

tony morse is n.y jew