Best Iowa Underground Music Podcasts (2024)

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Nah, That's Just Crazy. (ft. Jamon Jamison) 2:43:03

10h ago2:43:03

2:43:03

Send us a text This one is all the way turnt up. Ft @jamon_jamison. Topics: *Laced baby oil is insane. *The power of honey packs. *Auntie Kamala trying to rescue ni**as. *T.I. Is off the damn stage *Richard Pryor vs Katt Williams? *Mt. Rushmore of rappers *My Dark Twisted Beautiful Fantasy vs The Black Album *Top 50 Verses: Numbers 30-21 And much m…

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Freestyle Friday 1:16:58

20h ago1:16:58

1:16:58

Send us a text Freestyle episode mf’er! We are noteless and board-less on this one, y’all. Tune in as Asaad The Artiz & Kemistree alongside friends of the show Esch & Rico discuss the show Monsters: The Erik & Lyle Menendez Story. Safaree invading Gag City, light music industry politics, and a few more topics. Follow @themakpodcast on all social me…

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Denise Didn't Come Home - One Woman's Search For Her Sister's Killer 4:26

2d ago4:26

4:26

Karen Falasca last saw her 15 year old sister Denise on July 14, 1969, when they parted ways not far from their Bergen County home. The next day, Denise’s body was found strangled next to a cemetery. For almost 50 years, Karen searched for her sister's killer. In Denise Didn’t Come Home, host Anthony Scalia joins her in her search and discovers an …

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I Really Shouldn't Be Saying This 2:08:18

5d ago2:08:18

2:08:18

Send us a text Are there some cancelable things said on this episode? Eh, depending on perspective. All we know is that The M.A.K Podcast is a safe space and we @rudemusicent are more than happy to have you here. This episode kicks off on some craziness, as our host deemed porn watching is designated for peasants. What?! The conversations then cont…

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Big As The WHAT? 1:52:37

25d ago1:52:37

1:52:37

Send us a text Ft. @albear93, @hiet877, @ramusichealspeople, & @emmirose333. Top Of The Show: -In Memoriam: Frankie Beverly & James Earl Jones. -Addressing Handsome x Toxic removal -Buying streams is for the birds -Shannon Sharpe IG Live Music: -Kendrick headlines SuperBowl -Wayne Snubbed? -“The Culture” is a buzzword selling point -Mase vs Fabolou…

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137. Mutually Assured Destruction Vol. 2 (Riff Riff, Devo, Fieldy's Dreams) 1:14:46

1M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Dan and Erik review three albums they think they will hate, and they sort of do. We also talk a little about defunct fast food joints.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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Some Type Of Way 2:03:26

2M ago2:03:26

2:03:26

Send us a text Special guest: @emmiirose333 *In Memoriam: Rich Homie Quan *When the block spins you. *Family/ Friends chiming in on your relationship. * Ice Spice vs Cleo *The Trial & Tribulations of Tour Life *Celibacy Lies And much much more! Enjoy the show and follow us @thamakpodcast on IGBy M.A.K

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On Bullsh!t Pt. 2 2:04:12

2M ago2:04:12

2:04:12

Send us a text *Kemistree’s return! *Taking Things Personal *Kamala Harris 2024 & the flaws of our government. *How to be a true Ally *The Tales of Ku Klux Karen’s *Failed Artist? * Questions For The Pod & Much much more! Tap in with the pod! @themakpodcast on IG. Share, like and subscribe!By M.A.K

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Masculine Vulnerability 2:00:51

2M ago2:00:51

2:00:51

Send us a text Ft. @albear93, @b.writes, @hiet877 Topics: -Olympic Breakdancing 🤓 -Captain Le’Merica done it again -Faking patriotism during the Olympics is a black tradition that I’m particularly proud of -Big Kamala on the ticket, how are we feeling about it? -YSL Woody recants on stand -Jonathan Majors breaks down on stage Music: -Andre 3000 sai…

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136. A Conversation with Luke Bascom (The End Times) 54:43

2M ago54:43

54:43

Dan and Erik talk to Luke Bascom about his new e.p., which is awesome. We also talk about upcoming changes for the podcast.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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135. A Conversation with Iowa Metal Underground (Luke Hougen, William Woodrow Hall) 54:33

3M ago54:33

54:33

This time Dan and Erik talk to Luke Hougen and William Woodrow Hall, the founders of the Iowa Metal Underground, about the big metal fest coming up on August 3rd.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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On Bullsh!t (ft. Josh(ua) Barnes) 1:42:43

3M ago1:42:43

1:42:43

Send us a text Special Guest: Comedian, Josh Barnes. Topics : -Arguing with Swagg (Food Dude Shade) -Convo with El (Why women be moving fast in relationships) -Supporting Sex Workers -Hawk Tuah is white mediocrity -Tyreek Hill going crazy (3 baby mommas in one year) - MOM BODS vs DAD BODS Music: -Not Like Us Video -What’s next for Drake? -Do Drake …

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134. A Conversation with Aseethe 59:14

3M ago59:14

59:14

Dan and Erik talk to Brian, Noah and Eric from Iowa/Illinois doomsters Aseethe. We talk quite a lot about gear and just a little about Tool.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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133. Predictions of a Down (youbet, Aseethe, Luke Bascom and the End Times 56:00

4M ago56:00

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This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from doubt, Seethe and Luke Bascom and The End Times. We also talk about System of a Down and confuse Jim Carrey and Jim Carrol.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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AARP 1:15:00

4M ago1:15:00

1:15:00

Send us a text *No more block spinning! *Trail Periods with Baddies * Flight Lady, Mind Yo Business! * Biden v Trump -Top 5 slept on verses -Lil Wayne v Kendrick -XXL Freshman 2024 and much much more. Enjoy the show!By M.A.K

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132. Unforgiven Funk Cake (Chemtrails, She Spread Sorrow, Ill Omen/Frontal Assault) 55:04

4M ago55:04

55:04

Dan and Erik talk about music from Chemtrails, She Spread Sorrow and a split from Ill Omen and Frontal Assault! We also talk about James Hetfield and sandwiches.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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The ILLEST in Iowa 1:02:13

4M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

Send us a text ~Complex’s Top 10 Verses on 2024 ~Re-Cap of the K. Dot's The Pop Out Concert. ~The hate is getting weird now ~Project 2025 is a bunch of bullsh*t. ~We talking stats? ~Nah, Sexxy Red is actually lowkey sexy ~ Celtics dynasty? and much, much more! Enjoy the show!By M.A.K

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131. Your Vandalism Summer (Uranium Club, Nervous Tick and the Zipper Lips, Birdsmith) 1:04:30

4M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Dan and Erik talk about music from Uranium Club, Nervous Tick and the Zipper Lips and Iowa City's Birdsmith. We also talk about Nightmare on Elm St and the Doof Warrior.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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130. Local Round Up 7! (Matryoshka Ghost, Grandfather Confusion, William Elliot Whitmore, Good Morning Midnight, Mad Dad Records) 1:09:41

5M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Yee-haw! This week Cowboy Dan and Erik round up five local releases! We talk about music from Matryoshka Ghost, Grandfather Confusion, William Elliot Whitmore, Good Morning Midnight, and Mad Dad Records.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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And The Three Bears (ft. DJ Goldylocks & RachelSauce ) 1:53:33

5M ago1:53:33

1:53:33

Send us a text We're back and we are joined by the one and only DJ Goldylocks and his partner and dear friend Rachel. Tune in as Asaad The Artiz & Kemistree inquire about their musical journey & background, discussions about hip hop and how to progress the craft, views on polyamory and much much more. Enjoy the show!…

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All Of Your Seasons 1:24:20

5M ago1:24:20

1:24:20

Send us a text In this episode its the dynamic duo known as Asaad & Kemistree back at you again with another freestlye session. Tune in as the two discuss various topics such as Megan Thee Stallion's lawsuit, The Game dissing Rick Ross, Shaunie Henderson's infamous quote about her marriage with Shaquille O'Neal, and even the concept of marriage its…

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129. Steve Albini Retrospective 1:29:26

5M ago1:29:26

1:29:26

Dan and Erik talk about thier favorite Steve Albini records and the impact he had on thier musical lives.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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Step This Way 1:36:44

5M ago1:36:44

1:36:44

Send us a text Some more coverage of the infamous Drake/Kendrick Lamar beef. This time we wrap this topic up for good. It's over, folks. We crown the winner. Bar none. Joined by HietGotBarz, AlBear & B. Write tune in as this distinguished panel offer their thoughts, views and expressions on this topic for your entertainment. This is one you DO NOT …

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Can't Say Ni**a No Mo’ 1:50:18

6M ago1:50:18

1:50:18

Send us a text Swear this is my third time attempting to type a breakdown of this episode. This unofficially sponsored by Hennessy podcast is really a one to tune into. We really got into a lot here, folks. Surprise guests HietGotBarz, AlBear and David from HipHopHumboldt came thru and we all got into a very passionate discussion about the "diss" r…

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I Apologize 1:28:39

6M ago1:28:39

1:28:39

Send us a text Welcome to Episode 2 of the MAK Podcast! Tune in as Asaad The Artiz & Kemistree discuss the apology heard around hip-hop, Drake's AI response, Rick Ross entering the chat, Asaad's own retraction, terms of dating, and much much more! As always we enjoy having you here with us and are honored to have your time and attention. Like, subs…

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128. Pop Star Celebrity Burnout (Cheekface, Northern Liberties, Soup Riot) 1:00:09

6M ago1:00:09

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This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Cheekface, Northern Liberties and Iowa City's Soup Riot. We also drone on and on about how the 90's were different or some other boomer stuff.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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No Diddy 1:26:52

7M ago1:26:52

1:26:52

Send us a text Welcome to episode 1 of the new rebranded podcast featuring Asaad The Artiz and Kemistree. Tune in as the two discuss life subjects such as men's complicated relationship with the truth, Hollywood's dark practices, Kendrick Lamar/Drake/J. Cole "beef", and much much more. Follow @themakpodcast on Instagram for future episodes. We @rud…

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127. We're on a Mission from Creek 2 (Osees, Armand Hammer, Anthony Worden, 24thankyou) 1:04:05

7M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from some of the acts coming to the Mission Creek festival in Iowa City!By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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126. Groundhog Dan (Brandon Seabrook, Slift, Maul of America) 57:52

7M ago57:52

57:52

This time Dan and Erik talk about music from Brandon Seabrook, Slift and Iowa City's Maul of America. Also, for some reason, Dan time travels back to the 90's.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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125. A Conversation with Ten Tigers AC 53:57

8M ago53:57

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Dan and Erik have a fun converstion with Muscatine Iowa's own Ten Tigers AC!By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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124. Johnny Fresh Productions (Evil Sword, Squeeze, TV Cop) 52:33

8M ago52:33

52:33

This time Dan and Erik talk about music from Evil Sword, Squeeze and Iowa power pop punkers TV Cop! We also talk about a sweet Miami Vice reboot that we are totally going to make happen.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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123. A Conversation with Alex Crist (Closet Witch) 1:01:20

9M ago1:01:20

1:01:20

This episode Dan and Erik talk to Alex Crist of Closet Witch about the new record and lots of other stuff. A super fun and in-depth talk!By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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122. A Real Life Grim Reaper Vibe (Squid, Full of Hell/Nothing, Ten Tigers AC) 57:16

9M ago57:16

57:16

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Squid, Full of Hell/Nothing and Muscatine's Ten Tigers AC! Erik also goes the heck off about media that glorifies being a big ol' creep. Like seriously, if you're a creep, you are probably going to get upset.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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121. The Best Dang Records of 2023 1:06:00

10M ago1:06:00

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Dan and Erik talk about thier favorite releases of 2023, and a little bit about ice cream and Ministry.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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120. A Conversation with New Standards Men 1:06:17

10M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Dan and Erik talk to Drew, Jeremy, Bob and Ike of New Standards Men!By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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119. Green Apples on the Moon (Reverend Kristin Michael Hayter, Zeal & Ardor, Closet Witch) 54:09

11M ago54:09

54:09

Dan and Erik talk about music from Reverend Kristin Michael Hayter, Zeal & Ardor and Closet Witch! We also talk so much about food it's like a problem.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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118. A Conversation with Kevin Erhardt-Hansen and Frank Carroll (Dirt Chamber, Opt-Out) 1:07:27

11M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Dan and Erik talk to Kevin Erhardt-Hansen and Frank Carroll about thier latest collab Bedlam and upcoming releases.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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117. Local Round Up 6! (Phantom Threat, SLWccWatt, Bodiah, Brooks Strause, Death Kill Overdrive) 1:07:27

12M ago1:07:27

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Local Round up! This time Dan and Erik talk about music from Phantom Threat, SLWccWatt, Bodiah, Brooks Strause, Death Kill Overdrive. We also discuss the music videos that scared us as kids.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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116. Long John Cougars (Savoy Motel, Cruelster, Dave Helmer) 55:51

1y ago55:51

55:51

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Savoy Motel, Cruelster and Iowa City's Dave Helmer. We also talk about a zombie virus and Long Johns Silver's. Also, this is unrelated, but you may want to start trying to remember the exact date you last ate at Long John Silver's.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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115. Project Blue Blink 182 (Nadja, Snooper, Lou Sherry) 54:57

1y ago54:57

54:57

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Nadja, Snooper and Iowa City's Lou Sherry. We also talk abouut pretty much everything in the universe, including aliens.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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114. Jimmy Chicken Dick (Marina Herlop, Geese, The Unsettled Serenade) 1:02:17

1y ago1:02:17

1:02:17

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Marina Herlop, Geese and Cedar Rapids' The Unsettled Serenade. We also talk about the Creed Cruise and the Titanic, which surely have nothing on common.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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113. Delta Greens and Blues (Pagan Athletes, Water From Your Eyes, Frank Carroll and Dirt Chamber) 1:01:21

1y ago1:01:21

1:01:21

This episode Dan and Eirk talk about music from Pagan Athletes, Water From Your Eyes and the Ohio/Iowa industrial callab between Frank Carroll and Dirt Chamber. We also ask some impossibe questions about some very deep music mysteries.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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112. Into the Spiderland (Jeff Rosenstock, Hot Graves, New Standards Men) 56:42

1y ago56:42

56:42

Dan and Erik talk about music from Jeff Rosenstock, Hot Graves and Colorado/Iowa post rock outift New Standards Men. We also just ramble about nothing, like usual, but it's somehow even worse.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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111. Sucks To Be Cool (Apathy, Sparks, The Night Lights) 59:22

1+ y ago59:22

59:22

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Apathy, Sparks and Iowa folksters The Night Lights. We also talk about party lakes and wishing we could be geekier.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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110. Billy Cobrain Drain (Quasi, The C.I.A, Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops) 55:57

1+ y ago55:57

55:57

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from Quasi, The C.I.A and Des Moines' Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops. Also, Erik goes the heck off about Kurt Cobain, like too far, like he really hopes you can still like him after this episode.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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109. A Conversation with Travis Austin (FKA Climate) 1:01:50

1+ y ago1:01:50

1:01:50

This episode we have a super fun and inspirational conversation with the Quad Cities' Travis Austin about his project FKA Climate.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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108. Operation Dokken Freedom (The Murder Capital, Mandy Indiana, TANG) 46:11

1+ y ago46:11

46:11

This episode Dan and Erik talk about music from The Murder Capital, Mandy Indiana, and Iowa band TANG. We also talk waaaay too much about Dokken and our hometown, Muscatine.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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107. A Conversation with Luke Tweedy (Sinner Frenz, Flat Black Studios) 1:08:44

1+ y ago1:08:44

1:08:44

Dan and Erik Talk to Luke Tweedy about his music with Sinner Frenz and running Flat Black Studios in Lone Tree, Iowa. It's an awesome conversation, even if we talk way too much about synthesizers.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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106. Hacker, Whacker, Robot Smacker (Muele, Crime of Passing, FKA Climate) 52:58

1+ y ago52:58

52:58

Dan and Erik talk about music from Muele, Crime of Passing and Quad Cities artist FKA Climate. Dan also invents a robot to fact check the show. I know it sounds crazy, because it is.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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105. A Conversation with Jack Christensen (Beat Strings, Jack Christensen) 53:26

1+ y ago53:26

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This episode we talk to Jack Christensen about the Beat Strings and his solo record. We also forget to actually do the interview until halfway through the episode, so it feels kind go backwards. Kind of like that movie Memento, but there's no twist at the end.By Dan Orr, Erik Whittaker

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