Joe Wiens Unplugged: Music, Memories, and Moving to Paradise

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Wiens—former actor, current musician, low-key lifeguard, and full-time Palmas character. From performing a Dave Matthews Band cover of “Satellite” to writing a Covid-inspired anthem titled “Drink Vicariously” (which, yes, is as amazing as it sounds), Joe walks us through the winding, hilarious, and heartfelt path that led him from side gigs and screen time to sunsets and songcraft in Puerto Rico.

We talk about his early dreams, why Chicago PD will always be part of his story, and how the Palmas Farmers Market helped launch him into the local music scene. He shares his favorite Palmas house party moments, his animal sidekick of choice (think: musical spirit guide), and his surprising knack for teaching music to kids and adults alike.

Plus, don’t miss our rapid-fire questions and a surprise duet with Erin of Dawes’ “All Your Favorite Bands”—a perfect closer to an episode filled with warmth, laughter, and unexpected left turns.

You’ll laugh, you’ll vibe, you might even go find Joe on Spotify. And honestly? You should.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 Meet Joe Wiens
• 00:45 What did you want to be when you grew up? 
• 05:15 Chicago PD
• 09:55 Introducing Joe? 
• 10:45 Nicknames
• 13:00 Side jobs & becoming an actor
• 18:30 How did you get started in music? 
• 19:20 DMB Cover of Satellite
• 21:40 Covid
• 22:45 Joe’s Covid Song - Kicked the Weed, the Cocaine & the Heroine
• 29:10 What brought you to PR?
• 31:30 Getting his lifguard certification
• 37:35 Why’d you move to PR? 
• 41:15 Getting his start in Palmas at the Farmers Market
• 44:15 Fav Palmas House Party? 
• 46:00 Teaching music to children & adults
• 48:30 Talking animal sidekick
• 50:55 Spotify music & Instagram for updates about where to find Joe
• 52:00 Rapid Fire
• 53:30 Favorite Band - Dawes duet with Erin “All Your Favorite Bands”

CONNECT:

• YouTube
• ‪@joewiensband‬ on Instagram
• https://joewiens.com/
• IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7867571/

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