Best Nerdery Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 228: 25 Years of Limp Bizkit - Significant Other 1:02:28

3h ago1:02:28

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In episode 228 of the podcast, we dig into 25 years of Limp Bizkit’s nu metal classic, ‘Significant Other’. We welcome back Nu Metal Reddit mod and photographer extraordinaire Shawn to help us break it all down. We dig into our early memories of the record, the lead up to the release, how TRL helped shape our collective musical tastes in that time,…

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#98 - Michael "Hutch" Hutchins - Data Engineering & Architecture at AWS and LLMs or Machine Learning in Production 1:18:19

7h ago1:18:19

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Ep 227: Reacting to the Spotify Billions Club Song List 34:18

12h ago34:18

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In episode 227 of the podcast, Tony is joined by multiple time guest WCYY rock radio DJ Rob to discuss the Spotify Billions Club. We dig into the recent Loudwire article surrounding ”rock” bands/artists with songs that have reached 1 BILLION streams on the platform. There are some twists and turns, surprises, and songs we still aren’t sick of. This…

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Ep 226: A Conversation with Christian McAlhaney of Anberlin 45:07

2h ago45:07

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In episode 226 of the podcast, we’re joined by Christian McAlhaney, rhythm guitarist of Anberlin. We chat about the band’s recent comeback, their vocalist and front person Stephen Christian taking a touring hiatus, leading to Matty Mullins joining the band as their touring vocalist. We also dig into their upcoming full length, ‘Vega’, out August 2,…

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#97 - Richard Rosenow - People Data Supply Chain, One Model, and The Power of No 1:09:17

17d ago1:09:17

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Ep 225: A Conversation with Matt and Joe of Set Your Goals (a Mutiny! Retrospective) 1:02:30

20d ago1:02:30

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In episode 225 of the podcast, we’re joined by Matt Wilson (Vocals) and Joe Saucedo (Bass) of Set Your Goals to talk nearly 20 years of their classic album, Mutiny! We dig into their start as a band 20 years ago, their immediate hype in the mid 2000s, signing to Eulogy, and then dig into Mutiny! (Writing of, the theme of the record, touring off the…

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Ep 224: The Mailbag Returns! 53:40

1M ago53:40

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In episode 224 of the podcast, we’re back reading questions from you, the listener! What was your first favorite song? Your go to jam at karaoke? The band you wished you had seen live while they were active? We answer these, and much more this week. Thanks to everyone who submitted a question, we truly appreciate it! Podcast Theme performed by Traw…

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#96 - Cole and Scott - Giving Presentations, Scott's New R Package, & Trading Blows Nerdery 1:11:04

1M ago1:11:04

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Ep 223: A Conversation with Dan and Alan of Four Year Strong 56:35

1M ago56:35

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In episode 223 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alan Day and Dan O’Connor of Four Year Strong. We talk their longevity as a band, their current tour with A Day To Remember and The Story So Far, and then dig into the creation of their new record, ‘analysis paralysis’, out August 9, 2024 on Pure Noise Records. Exciting times for Four Year Strong, and …

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#95 - Dr. Shuba Gopal - Computational Biology Helps People Analytics with Small Samples & More 1:13:41

1M ago1:13:41

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Ep 222: 20 Years of Jimmy Eat World - Futures 59:38

2M ago59:38

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In episode 222 of the podcast, the three of us discuss a record ingrained in the fabric of Podioslave - Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Futures’. We dig into our early memories of both the record and the band, chat about some of our favorite things surrounding it, and then do a track by track breakdown of this pop/emo classic. Jimmy Eat World are one of, and co…

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#94 - Kevin Oakes - 2024 People Analytics Predictions from i4cp & Culture Analysis Deep Dive 1:02:39

2M ago1:02:39

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Ep 221: A Conversation with Jay Maas (Love Letter, Producer, Defeater) 1:03:05

2M ago1:03:05

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In episode 221 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jay Maas, guitarist of Love Letter, as well as founding member of Defeater, and prolific music producer. We dig into the new Love Letter LP, ‘Everyone Wants Something Beautiful’, out June 28, 2024 on Iodine Recordings. Jay gives us the details of how the project came to be, the writing of the record, a…

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#93 - Ron Hetrick - Who's Going To Do The Work, Demographic Drought, & The Jobs Mismatch 1:11:05

2M ago1:11:05

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Ep 220: A Conversation with JT Woodruff of Hawthorne Heights 1:13:29

2M ago1:13:29

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In episode 220 of the podcast, we’re joined by JT Woodruff, front person of Hawthorne Heights. We dig into 20 years of ‘The Silence in Black and White’, the band embarking on a massive tour later this month dubbed ‘20 Years of Tears’, the ‘…Is For Lovers’ festival dates, and much, much more. JT gives us an all time story about how their now classic…

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Ep 219: 30 Years of Soundgarden - Superunknown 49:42

2M ago49:42

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In episode 219 of the podcast, the three of us tackle Soundgarden’s 1994 release, ‘Superunknown’. We dig into our early memories of the record/band, essential tracks, the multiple styles utilized by the band throughout the album, and its lasting legacy. A seminal grunge record, this episode was a fun one! Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check the…

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#92 - Dr. Serena Huang - Modern Careers in People Analytics & GenAI Training Classes 1:13:51

2M ago1:13:51

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Ep 218: A Conversation with Danny and Jeremy of HEAVYHEX 1:13:21

3M ago1:13:21

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In episode 218 of the podcast, we’re joined by Danny (guitar) and Jeremy (guitar) of HEAVYHEX. We dig into the band’s come up, what it’s like being a band from Long Island, NY, signing to Bridge Nine Records, and their excellent new debut full length, ‘True To You’, out everywhere now. Another awesome convo with a band we really think you’ll dig! C…

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Ep 217: A Conversation with Marty and Toby of Sparks The Rescue 1:08:58

3M ago1:08:58

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In episode 217 of the podcast, we’re joined by Marty (vocals) and Toby (guitar) of Sparks The Rescue. We talk about the band reuniting for live shows in 2021 and beyond, as well as their recently released new songs ‘Bath Skate Park’ and ‘Collarbone’. We also recap their recent shows at Sun Tiki Studios in Portland, ME, which was a throwback weekend…

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#91 - Cole and Scott - Skills You Should Know, Job Searches, & Overlooked Articles 1:22:25

3M ago1:22:25

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Ep 216: A Conversation with Mike Ciprari, co-founder of SJC Drums 1:12:42

3M ago1:12:42

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In episode 216 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mike Ciprari, co-founder of SJC Custom Drums. We dig into the early days of SJC Drums, starting out in his grandmother’s basement, making connections with different bands in the music industry, growing the business, and much more. Come for the music nerdery, stay for the Tre Cool Dookie drum kit. Check…

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#90 - LIVE from SIOP 2024 - Special Returning Guests: Anthony Ferreras, Amy Stevenson, Rob Stilson, Emily Pelosi, Kelsie Colley 59:57

3M ago59:57

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Ep 215: A Conversation with Kevin Lyman, Eric Tobin and Michael Kaminsky (Summer School Fest) 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In episode 215 of the podcast, we’re joined by Michael Kaminsky (KMGMT), Eric Tobin (Hopeless Records) and Kevin Lyman (Warped Tour) to discuss the idobi Radio Summer School Festival. Eric, Kevin and Michael give us the low down on how the festival was created and the work that goes into getting it off the ground. The three of them have been around…

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#89 - Dr. Matthew Jackson - Power, Game Theory, & Networks as a Different Kind of Influence 1:03:24

3M ago1:03:24

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Ep 214: A Conversation with Corey Glover (Sonic Universe, Living Colour) 50:56

3M ago50:56

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In ep 214 of the podcast, we’re joined by Corey Glover, vocalist of Sonic Universe (and Living Colour). We dig into the circumstances that led to creating Sonic Universe, what it’s like being in the music world for 40+ years, and the awesome new album from Sonic Universe, ‘It Is What It Is’, out May 10th on earMUSIC. The first half of the episode, …

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#88 - Drs. Harold Goldstein & Charles Scherbaum - NFL Draft Player Performance Assessment 1:13:24

4M ago1:13:24

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Ep 213: A Four Year Celebration ft. Todd Mackey of With Honor 1:18:44

4M ago1:18:44

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In episode 213 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Todd Mackey, vocalist of With Honor. We had such a great conversation with Todd on episode 187, we decided to run it back. This time, Todd turns the tables on us, and we dig into our musical come up, favorite records, shows, and much more. Cheers to 4 years of Podioslave. Here’s to many more! Check o…

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#87 - Dr. Alan Colquitt - Is Performance Management Fine, Or Rotten To The Core? 1:11:33

4M ago1:11:33

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Ep 212: A Conversation with Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D. 50:43

4M ago50:43

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In episode 212 of the podcast, we’re joined by Sonny Sandoval, vocalist of P.O.D. We chat about 30+ years in the game, what keeps him and the band motivated, navigating the changing landscape when creating, as well as their awesome new album, ‘Veritas’, out May 3, 2024 on Mascot Records. This was a special one for us. Being able to talk to Sonny 4 …

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#86 - Cole and Scott - Prepping for SIOP 2024, Yacht Rock, & Zombie Deer 56:05

4M ago56:05

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Ep 211: A Conversation with Nathaniel Shannon (Photographer, Author) 1:23:56

4M ago1:23:56

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In episode 211 of the podcast, we’re joined by photographer, illustrator, and author, Nathaniel Shannon. We chat about Nathaniel’s come up as a photographer, digging deep into what it’s like to shoot bands/musicians live in any sized room, as well as dig into his forthcoming book, ‘Saint Vitus Bar | The First Ten Years: An Oral and Visual History’.…

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#85 - Dr. Jennifer Diamond Acosta - Job Skills & Upskilling When AI Is Coming For You 1:05:51

4M ago1:05:51

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Ep 210: A Conversation with Lochie Keogh of Alpha Wolf 50:30

4M ago50:30

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In episode 210 of the podcast, we’re joined by Lochie Keogh, vocalist of Australian metalcore band Alpha Wolf. We chat about Lochie’s come up in Australia, their amazing heavy music scene, and Alpha Wolf getting an Ice-T feature on their new album. Their upcoming release, ‘Half Living Things’, drops April 5, 2024 on SharpTone Records. Pod goes inte…

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Ep 209: It’s Our Time to Shine - Revisiting The Used - Self-Titled 52:42

5M ago52:42

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In episode 209 of the podcast, Nate, Anthony and Tony give the Podioslave treatment to The Used’s debut self-titled album. We dig into our early memories of the rollout, the band’s amazingly quick origin story, John Feldmann’s foray into production, and the overall legacy of the record/band. This record holds a special place in the Podioslave canon…

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#84 - Dr. Nathan Carter - Causal Attitude Networks & The Octopus Murders 1:09:40

5M ago1:09:40

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Ep 208: 30 Years of The Offspring - Smash 56:11

5M ago56:11

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In episode 208 of the podcast, Nate, Tony and Anthony are reunited to celebrate 30 years of The Offspring’s seminal album, ‘Smash’. We dig into our first memories of the record, what songs we still blast to this day, and ponder if ‘Self Esteem’ is a top 10 song of the 90’s. We chat about the aftermath, the band’s legacy, and much more. This album c…

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#83 - Mark Hanson - Skills Intelligence With Lightcast & Is The Future Skill-Based? 1:06:24

5M ago1:06:24

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Ep 207: Track 1, Side 1 - Great Album Openers ft. Greg Bergdorf 1:11:48

5M ago1:11:48

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In episode 207 of the podcast, we welcome back Greg Bergdorf of the Bourbon Brothers to talk great album openers. We each bring songs to the table that we feel are great album openers, and in some cases, genre openers. What makes a great album opener? You know it when you FEEL it. We start the episode with a catch up with Greg, and finish the episo…

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#82 - Dr. Ryan Hammond - Turnover Prediction, ML Ethics, & The HiQ Story 1:15:44

5M ago1:15:44

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Ep 206: A Conversation with Dave and Matteo of Superbloom 1:06:31

5M ago1:06:31

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In episode 206 of the podcast, we’re joined by Dave and Matteo, vocalist/guitarist and drummer respectively, of Superbloom. We talk their musical come up, the band’s interesting formation, their LP, ‘Pollen’ from 2021 and their awesome EP from last year ‘Life’s A Blur’. We think you’ll dig Superbloom, and this convo with Matteo and Dave. Check out …

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#81 - Dr. Igor Menezes - Building Assessments Using AI & Emoji Talk 1:00:49

5M ago1:00:49

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Ep 205: A Conversation with John Henry of Darkest Hour 40:51

6M ago40:51

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In episode 205 of the podcast, we’re joined by John Henry, vocalist of Darkest Hour.We dig into the band’s longevity, the scene the band came out of in DC, what it’s like to be 10 albums in, and their epic new album, ‘Perpetual | Terminal’, out 2/23/24 on MNRK Heavy. This is an awesome peek behind the curtain at one of metal/metalcore’s lasting ban…

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#80 - Andrew Pitts - Polinode for ONA & What's Up with Vanderpump Rules? 1:06:26

6M ago1:06:26

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Ep 204: A Conversation with Mac Miller of Cosmic Joke 52:48

6M ago52:48

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In episode 204 of the podcast, we’re joined by Mac Miller, vocalist of Cosmic Joke. We talk Mac’s come up in music, the formation of Cosmic Joke, getting to play Tied Down Detroit last year and it being a catalyst to creating music, and how they came to be the first release on HardLore Records (in conjunction with Triple B Records). We dig into the…

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Ep 203: The Return of Benny Horowitz of The Gaslight Anthem 1:26:57

6M ago1:26:57

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In episode 203 of the podcast, we’re rejoined by Benny Horowitz, drummer of The Gaslight Anthem. We talk Benny having an interesting day in our home town last spring, what it was like for him regarding the reformation of The Gaslight Anthem, the writing and creation of their stellar album from 2023, ‘History Books’, and much more. Benny continues t…

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#79 - Cole and Scott - Regional Favorite Foods, Dream Guests, & A Marathon Nerdery 1:21:02

6M ago1:21:02

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Ep 202: A Conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo - Part 2 1:08:53

6M ago1:08:53

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In episode 202 of the podcast, we’re excited to drop part 2 of our conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo. In part 2 with Alex, we hit on 2011 to the present, including: an in-depth look at House & Trance, signing with Pure Noise Records, the lost Crime In Stereo album, what it’s like getting older and still playing music, some talk around…

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#78 - Jordan Hartley - Round 2: Let's Talk Gen Z People Analytics 1:10:59

6M ago1:10:59

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Ep 201: A Conversation with Alex Dunne of Crime In Stereo - Part 1 1:09:16

7M ago1:09:16

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In episode 201 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alex Dunne, guitarist of Crime In Stereo. We talk Alex’s come up on Long Island, the early days of Crime In Stereo (formation, picking a name, etc), the stories behind signing to Blackout! and Nitro Records (all-time stories), The Troubled Stateside era and its legacy, The Bridge Nine era, and much muc…

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#77 - Hemerson Paes - Active & Passive ONA Use Cases at Roche 1:02:40

7M ago1:02:40

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