{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68bcbb928948724620d14a81/6a3c630c97b52d99366e8555?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 115. Rush Returns Week Special Panel Discussion","description":"<p>The biggest week in the Rush universe in over a decade deserved something different... so we threw out the usual format and assembled an all-star panel.</p><p>Chaz and Schatz are joined by&nbsp;our co-hostess with the mostest <strong>Jillian Maryonovich (</strong><a href=\"https://www.rushcon.org\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>RushCon</strong></a><strong>)</strong>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/edtothdrums/?hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Ed Toth</strong></a><strong> (The Doobie Brothers)</strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Greg Russell (Mr. Peart's Friend, Drummer </strong><a href=\"https://naturalsciencetribute.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Natural Science</strong></a><strong>, and </strong><a href=\"https://xitelabs.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Xcitelabs</strong></a><strong> Director)</strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>John Patuto (</strong><a href=\"https://www.cygnus-x1.net\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Cygnus-X1.net</strong></a><strong>)</strong>&nbsp;to unpack the first week of Rush's historic 2026 return to the stage. From first impressions of Anika Nilles behind the kit, to the emotional tributes to Neil Peart, the jaw-dropping setlists, and the overwhelming reaction from the Rush community, this is a candid fan conversation recorded while history is still unfolding.</p><p>Was everyone skeptical going in? Absolutely.</p><p>Did the first four shows change minds?</p><p>You'll have to listen.</p><p>This isn't a review—it's five lifelong Rush fans trying to process something many of us never thought we'd see again: Geddy and Alex back on stage, celebrating the music, honoring Neil, and reminding us why this band continues to mean so much.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2><strong>In This Episode</strong></h2><ul><li>The panel's honest reactions after opening week</li><li>Why Anika Nilles may have the toughest job in rock music</li><li>The emotional response from the Rush fan community</li><li>Greg Russell discusses creating the video tribute to his friend</li><li>Setlist surprises, deep cuts, and what they mean for the tour</li><li>Why many longtime fans say they \"felt safe loving Rush again\"</li><li>What the future of the tour could hold city by city</li></ul><p>Whether you've already seen the show or you're counting the days until your date, this episode captures the excitement, uncertainty, and joy of an unforgettable week in Rush history.</p><p><strong>#Rush #RushRash #GeddyLee #AlexLifeson #NeilPeart #AnnikaNilles #RushTour2026 #RushFans #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #RushCon</strong></p>","author_name":"Chaz Charles & Alan \"Schatz\" Schatzberg"}