This week on Sonic Midlife, Zach and Jeff blend the worlds of music, books, food, and sports into a rich conversation. They explore Father John Misty’s bold new album Mahashmashana alongside the labor-inflected melodies of Workers Comp - S/T (think The Velvet Underground meets Guided by Voices, with a country twist). On the literary front, Zach reflects on the spiritual journey of Herman Hesse’s Siddhartha, while Jeff revisits the timeless drama of Jane Eyre.

In the kitchen, they savor Yucatan beef stew, pupusas, picadillas, and the comforting flavors of Salvadorian sopa de pata. For sports fans, Zach breaks down Bo Nix and the Broncos' resurgence, while Jeff shares his optimism for the Spurs’ future after a big win against the Warriors. And, of course, it all pairs perfectly with some classic coffee talk.