Big Steve Parish on Retroactv Episode 1

In this exclusive interview, Big Steve Parish—legendary roadie, stage manager, and longtime member of the Grateful Dead family—sits down with Martin Bispels, Co-Founder & CEO of Retroactv, for a wide-ranging conversation about life on the road with the band. Big Steve shares firsthand stories from his decades touring with the Grateful Dead, including the origins of The Big Steve Hour on SiriusXM’s Grateful Dead Channel, the groundbreaking legacy of the Wall of Sound and the crew who built it, and the unforgettable story of Chonga Bonga, the band’s traveling pet iguana. These stories offer rare insight into the people, moments, and behind-the-scenes experiences that shaped one of the most iconic bands in music history. The interview also touches on select Retroactv merch collaborations connected to each story, created directly with Big Steve and inspired by real moments from the road. A must-watch for Deadheads, music historians, and fans interested in the culture, crew, and community behind the Grateful Dead. See Big Steve’s merch collection at www.Retroactv.com