Best American Analog Set Podcasts (2024)

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BONUS - The Saving Private Ryan Steamboat Willie Confusion Set Straight 21:32

3h ago21:32

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Since Saving Private Ryan premiered in 1998, two actors with small parts have been causing confusion among audiences. The German soldier affectionately known as Steamboat Willie whom Capt. Miller (Tom Hanks) sets free after being capture by the squad is often though to be the same soldier who brutally stabs Mellish (Adam Goldberg) in the movie's fi…

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ifitbeyourwill S04E06 • John Andrew Frederick of The Black Watch 33:33

10h ago33:33

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Send us a text Can relentless creativity be a double-edged sword? In our latest episode, we sit down with John Andrew Frederick of The Black Watch, a band boasting an extraordinary catalog of 24 records. Hear John's inspiring journey from a childhood accident to his academic ventures in English literature, revealing how these experiences shaped his…

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#018 - End of Watch (2012) React - Laundry List Followup 58:22

10h ago58:22

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Is End of Watch (2012) one of the most underrated buddy-cop movies of all time? Tom gave it a watch — a movie he admits he would probably have never watched on his own — and is back with a first-viewing reaction of this excellent flick from writer and director David Ayer starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Pena as two LAPD street cops who get way …

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ifitbeyourwill S04E05 • Julia-Sophie 36:29

6d ago36:29

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Send us a text What happens when music becomes both a lifeline and a battleground? Julia-Sophie opens up about her late introduction to music within her French family, where singing was a cherished form of personal expression. She candidly shares her journey starting from learning guitar at 16 and writing her first song to honor her grandfather, to…

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ifitbeyourwill S04E04 • James Smith of Good Good Blood 43:19

16h ago43:19

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Send us a text Can music heal a broken heart? Join us for an emotional and inspiring conversation with James Smith of Good Good Blood as he returns to the podcast, revealing the profound transformations in his life and music since we last spoke in January 2023. James opens up about the deeply personal loss of his baby girl, Poppy, and how this trag…

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ifitbeyourwill S04E03 • Arthur Alligood of phoneswithchords 29:19

22h ago29:19

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Send us a text Ever wondered how a suburban kid from outside Nashville finds his musical path amidst the city's evolving soundscape? Arthur from "Phones with Chords" shares his fascinating journey from childhood oldies mixtapes to bedroom pop anthems. Arthur opens up about his mixed feelings toward Nashville's contemporary hits and his love for old…

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BONUS - 1990s vs. 2000s: Which Decade Had the Best Comedy Movies? 1:03:30

1d ago1:03:30

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Which is more of a comedy classic, Wayne's World (1992), or The Hangover (2009)? Which is more iconic, There's Something About Mary (1998), or Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)? Which holds up better, American Pie (1999) and Encino Man (1992), or Superbad (2007) and The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005)? We dig through the funniest, gun splittin…

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ifitbeyourwill S04E02 • Sumner Bright of The Clearwater Swimmers 34:39

3d ago34:39

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Send us a text What drives an artist to bare their soul on stage, and how does that vulnerability shape their musical journey? Join us as we sit down with Sumner Bright of Clearwater Swimmers to uncover the transformative experiences that have brought his music to life. Sumner shares candid memories from his high school performance days, the format…

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ifitbeyourwill S04E01 • Alex Hackett of Pang Attack 42:05

13d ago42:05

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Send us a text What if the quietness of rural Quebec could ignite a lifelong passion for music? Join us as we kick off Season Four of the ifitbeyourwill Podcast with the remarkable Alex Hackett from Pang Attack with Yann Geoffroy (drums), and Dave Clark (keys, bass). From his early days influenced by 80s pop and his mother's love for the radio, to …

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#017 - Bloodsport: A Shining Entry in Classic American Cinema 1:07:31

8d ago1:07:31

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"I'm Lin. You Jackson? You look like a Jackson. That must make you Frank Ducks." "No, it's Dux." "Oh, right. Like put up your dukes." Say 'Mite! SAAAYYY IIIIIITTTTTTTT!By David Maccar

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BONUS - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Toys, and Batman Playsets Too 17:47

25d ago17:47

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The improbable success story of an underground comic about giant mutant turtles who lived in the sewers of New York City, who are also teenagers, and also ninjas just will never not be popular. Ever since they hit the big and small screens in the late 1980s, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been everywhere in one incarnation after another. As …

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#016 - Alien: Romulus - Post-Theater Reaction! 1:34:01

1M ago1:34:01

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We thought the Alien franchise had jumped the shark and crossed into Terminator territory as a franchise that should just stop having new entries, because all they did was water down the great installments in the franchise. But, it turns out there's a bit more story, and fear to wring out of the ol' double-jawed xenomorphs. And if you thought faceh…

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#015 - The Wolfman vs. Wolf - A Full Moon Face-Off 1:19:08

1M ago1:19:08

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There's a new take on the Universal Studios classic The Wolf Man (1941) coming out for Halloween 2024. With that in mind, we take a look at the previous remake of this horror classic from nearly 15 years ago, The Wolfman (2010) starring Benicio Del Toro in one of his most forgettable performances alongside Anthony Hopkins. And we see how it stacks …

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BONUS - Longlegs: Everybody Loves It. Here's Why Dave Hated It 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Longlegs. People talked about how scary it was, how original, how inventive, how amazing Nic Cage's performance was. It will rattle your bones inside your meat suit and make you pass out from sheer terror. Well, Dave thought it absolutely sucked. And he's gonna tell you about it.By David Maccar

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#014 - Who Was the Best Hannibal Lecter? - PART 2: Red Dragon, Hannibal Rising, & Hannibal the Show 1:21:06

2M ago1:21:06

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The character of serial killer and cannibal Hannibal Lecter is so pervasive in pop culture that he might as well be real. Anthony Hopkins blew audiences away with his portrayal of the killer psychiatrist in Silence of the Lambs, but did you know that wasn't the first portrayal of Lecter in a feature film? Can't forget about Manhunter from the '80s.…

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#013 - Who Was the Best Hannibal Lecter? - PART 1: Manhunter, Silence of the Lambs, & Hannibal 1:17:07

2M ago1:17:07

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The character of serial killer and cannibal Hannibal Lecter is so pervasive in pop culture that he might as well be real. Anthony Hopkins blew audiences away with his portrayal of the killer psychiatrist in Silence of the Lambs, but did you know that wasn't the first portrayal of Lecter in a feature film? Can't forget about Manhunter from the '80s.…

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BONUS - Has Tom Cruise Ever Had a True Flop? 55:09

2M ago55:09

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We started talking about it, and then decided to go movie by movie through Tom Cruise's filmography to see if the man has ever actually made a movie that was a dead flop. Even the biggest movie stars have had duds, some more embarrassing than others in retrospect, but when it came to Cruise, we couldn't think of one off the top of our heads. And I'…

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#012 - The Natural, Major League, Field of Dreams - What's Your Favorite Baseball Movie? 1:46:49

3M ago1:46:49

1:46:49

Baseball movies are special. They're a genre within the sports movie genre, and no sport lends itself to the drama of the screen quite like baseball. They range from ethereal and sincere, like The Natural and Field of Dreams, to fun comedies like Major League. Some tell isolated stories, tiny chapters within the sprawling history of the game, like …

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BONUS - Dune: Messiah Is Coming - Explain MORE Dune To Me, Tom! 1:09:46

3M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

With a new show coming to Max from one of the later Dune books, now seems like a good time to delve into the many, many pages of Dune lore that exist in the novels that come after Dune and Dune: Messiah (which is getting a feature film treatment soon). Fortunately, Tom is a monstrous nerd and has read all EIGHT Dune novels. He breaks down the long …

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E39 Finale • Idaho 36:02

3M ago36:02

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Send us a text What happens when a band defies the constraints of time and still remains relevant after four decades? Join us for an intimate conversation with Jeff Martin of the band Idaho as he opens up about their cult status, the unique bond with fans, and their long-standing influence on the slowcore genre. We explore Jeff's recent whirlwind o…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E38 • Tyler Burkhart 30:12

3M ago30:12

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Send us a text Tyler Burkhart discovered his passion for music while balancing a fulfilling career as a social worker – a journey that we explore in our latest episode. From his beginnings in a musically rich household to his collegiate epiphany with recording and producing, Tyler shares the evolution of his artistic identity. We delve into his ext…

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#011 - The Crow (1994) - 30th Anniversary Screening Reaction 2:06:19

3M ago2:06:19

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The Crow (1994) turns 30 this year, we were lucky enough to see it in a theater for the first time ever after being way too obsessed with it as angsty teens. It was also the first time Tom had been back in the theater that was OUR theater growing up in about 20 years. We came to know this movie from VHS copies and DVDs, but never got to see this do…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E37 • Mutual Benefit 41:50

3M ago41:50

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Send us a text What if your musical journey could take you from church bands in Ohio to pioneering an ethereal genre called "Astral Folk"? Join us as we sit down with Jordan Lee from Mutual Benefit to explore his evolution from a childhood steeped in Christian hymns and rock classics to discovering the sonic landscapes of Fugazi and Godspeed You! B…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E36 • Diamond Day 32:46

3M ago32:46

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Send us a text What happens when a traditional folk musician from Quebec meets a young guitarist raised on an eclectic mix of records? The result is Diamond Day, a band that masterfully fuses shoegaze, electro-pop, and dream pop into a refreshing soundscape. Join us as we chat with Beatrice and Quinn, the creative forces behind Diamond Day, and unc…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E35 • The Brother Brothers 28:21

3M ago28:21

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Send us a text How does the unique bond between identical twins shape their musical journey and creative process? Today's episode features the Brother Brothers, David and Adam, as they walk us through their deeply intertwined musical experiences. From the early days influenced by their parents' eclectic record collection to the significant impact o…

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BONUS - 'The Room' Can't Be the Last Movie I Ever See!!! 22:47

3M ago22:47

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A few years ago, a bunch of odd folks thought the Rapture had arrived. Like, the saved would be beamed up to heaven while the rest of us wallowed in hell on earth. Or something like that. Just before the supposed event, Dave saw The Room in its entirety for the first time. And tehre was a moment...just a moment, when he thought it might be the last…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E34 • Kee Avil 28:06

4M ago28:06

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Send us a text Welcome to the latest episode of "If It Be Your Will" podcast with today’s special guest, experimental artist Kee Avil! In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of music improvisation and the creative processes with experimental music. Montréal producer and guitarist Vicky Mettler is Kee Avil, sharing her captivating jo…

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#010 - Laundry List - End of Watch 1:10:20

4M ago1:10:20

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Here's the next entry in our Laundry List series, and it's buddy-cop movie time. Dave convinces Tom to watch what he argues is the best buddy-cop movie to come along in at least a decade, End of Watch (2012) starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Michael Peña. If you haven't seen it, you're missing out on one of the best of the sub-genre.…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E33 • Annabel Gutherz 28:24

4M ago28:24

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Send us a text Introducing the effervescent Annabel Gutherz! Born and bred in Montreal, Annabel's musical journey intertwines seamlessly with the vibrant tapestry of her hometown. On this episode we chatted about Annabel’s familial roots nurturing her love for storytelling through music to her transformative songwriting odyssey, Annabel's creative …

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BONUS - Getting Sweaty with Land of the Lost 9:14

4M ago9:14

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"What are you eating?" "Donut stuffed with M&Ms. That way, when you finish your donut you don't have to eat any M&Ms."By David Maccar

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E32 • Good Looks 39:48

4M ago39:48

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Send us a text Good Looks, a band spearheaded by Tyler Jordan, is back with a bunch of new songs with their upcoming record “Lived Here For A While (June 7th). Tyler's multifaceted musical journey began by chance encounters at the Kerrval Folk Festival, surviving a band’s metamorphosis, all the while adapting to the new ear in the music business le…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E31 • Neutrals 33:52

4M ago33:52

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Send us a text Gearing up for a release party of epic proportions, Neutrals' Allan McNaughton joins the ifitbeyourwill crew for a rollicking good time! This episode dives deep into the making of the brand new post punk, jangle record, "Newtown Dreams," dropping on May 31st. Buckle up as they discuss Allen’s beginnings, the influence of his Scottish…

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#009 - Who Played the Best DEVIL? 1:54:43

4M ago1:54:43

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He's one of the most popular antagonists of all time. Satan, Beelzebub, The Morning Star, Lucifer, Mephistopheles, Louis Cypher, John Milton — whatever you call him, the Devil has captured the imagination of storytellers for centuries. Filmmakers are no different. Dave and Tom take a look at some of the best portrayals of the dark one in movies (no…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E30 • Las Nubes 33:49

4M ago33:49

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Send us a text On this episode of ifitbeyourwill podcast we feature indie punk outfit Las Nubes, a Miami band who discuss their music career and much anticipated upcoming album. Frontperson Ale Campos has collaborated with prominent figures like Iggy Pop and their music is known for its emotional depth and cathartic energy. The upcoming album "Torm…

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BONUS - Barbie vs. GI Joe and Killers of the Frowny Moon 16:22

4M ago16:22

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Did you ever do...lewd things with GI Joes and Barbies when you were a kid? We discuss this important topic and how it really sucks hating a movie that so many people like — we couldn't stand Killers of the Flower Moon...and DiCaprio really pissed Tom off...like, a lot.By David Maccar

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E29 • Native Sun 27:00

4M ago27:00

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Send us a text Buckle up for a wild ride through the streets of NYC and the minds of musician Daniel Gomez of Native Sun! In this episode of ifitbeyourwill, we'll be diving deep into their experiences living and creating music in the city that never sleeps. Get ready for stories of early struggles, artistic triumphs, and the unique challenges and j…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E28 • Holiday Ghosts 33:04

4M ago33:04

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Send us a text Join us on this latest episode of ifitbeyourwill podcast where we chat with Sam and Kat of the band Holiday Ghosts. We delve into the band's origins, musical evolution, and their latest album "Coat of Arms." We'll also hear about their upcoming European tour and the influence of various music scenes on their sound. Buckle up for a wo…

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#008 - Please Stop Making Terminator Movies 1:47:34

4M ago1:47:34

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It's over. The well has run dry. It's time, for the love of all that is good and sweet in this world, to stop making Terminator movies. Every avenue has been explored, every iteration probed, every avenue trodden. It's. Over. And any further attempts can only get worse. Dave is joined by his old college buddy and extreme movie nerd, Vinnie, who wil…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E27 • Amy O 27:50

5M ago27:50

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Send us a text On today’s episode we welcome musician Amy O. Join us as we delve into Amy's formative years, her innovative songwriting endeavours, and her inspiring work with Girls Rock camps. Discover how Amy navigates creativity amidst motherhood and a pandemic, culminating in the release of her reflective and contemplative album. With candid co…

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BONUS - Tom Cruise, We Forgive You 10:28

5M ago10:28

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A lot of people make fun of Tom Cruise, but he might be one of the last true movie stars left who is making consistently good stuff. And his career has been nothing short of amazing.By David Maccar

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BONUS - The Only Thing OG Star Wars Fans Ever Wanted 14:27

5M ago14:27

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At this point, there are several generations of Star Wars fans - but the OG fans are the ones who grew up with nothing but the original trilogy, a bunch of novels, and a few ancient video games. We saw the prequel trilogy come and go, and then the sequel trilogy — but the one thing we always wanted, we never got. And now, it can never be. But Disne…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E26 • Penny Arcade 24:02

5M ago24:02

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Send us a text Hey everyone, welcome back to ifitbeyourwill Podcast. On this episode, we're getting down and dirty with the nitty-gritty of record making with our buddy James Hoare (Veronica Falls, The Proper Ornaments and Ultimate Painting). You might know him from Penny Arcade, and guess what? They've got a brand new record coming out, Backwater …

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#007 - Why So Many Comedy Sequels Suck 1:26:08

5M ago1:26:08

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There have been a few good comedy sequels, but how many? You can probably count them on one hand off the top of your head. Maybe. Making a good sequel to a popular film is hard enough, but it seems like the special magic imbued upon popular comedies is even harder to capture for a second go-round, from the abomination that was Caddyshack II to the …

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E25 • Joh Chase 31:59

5M ago31:59

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Send us a text Joh Chase writes fantastic music. On the eve of Joh’s latest LP Solo being dropped we chatted about their creative pursuits, a 15 year artistic journey, their personal evolution, all the while allowing the songs on Solo to explore various genres throughout. The conversation further delved into Joh's creative process, their home studi…

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BONUS - How Much Is the Blair Witch Remake Gonna Suck? 27:19

5M ago27:19

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Dave is joined by his old friend and extreme film nerd, Vinnie, to talk about the recently announced Blair Witch Project remake coming from Lionsgate and Blumhouse. They get into why Hollywood really has to get its head out of its ass when it comes to choosing IPs to remake or reboot and why the chances that this won't suck are really, really low.…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E24 • Peter Holmström 39:27

5M ago39:27

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Send us a text Guitarist, songwriter, collaborator Peter Holmström of Pete International Airport and the Dandy Warhols talks of his experiences touring, his approach to songwriting collaboratively and writing kickin’ psychedelic experiences for the masses. We also delved into Peter's early musical influences, his continued experimentation with outr…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E23 • BMX Bandits 29:10

5M ago29:10

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Send us a text Buckle up for a wild ride with BMX Bandits' Duglas Stewart on S03 E23 of the If It Be Your Will podcast! Chris and Duglas delve deep into Duglas' musical journey, from overcoming introversion through performance to the upcoming release of his decade-in-the-making album "Dreamers on the Run." Expect hilarious anecdotes, heartfelt conf…

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#006 - Laundry List - What Tom Thought of Rob Zombie's Halloween 49:11

5M ago49:11

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In our first episode ever, Dave did his best to convince Tom that Rob Zombie's version of Halloween (2007) was worth his time — because he'd never seen it, and he should have. Tom took the advice and watched this divisive remake of a horror classic. Find out what he thought and if he'll ever trust Dave for a horror movie pick ever again.…

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ifitbeyourwill S03 E22 • Flowertown 35:44

5M ago35:44

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Send us a text Dive into the world of the music of Flowertown. One part Cindy (Karina Gill), one part Tony Jay (Mike Ramos), all parts amazing alternative dream. This episode explores their musical journeys, from childhood influences and early bands to their current songwriting processes. They reminisce about the Bay Area scene, discuss the evoluti…

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BONUS - Explain Dune To Me, Tom 27:11

6M ago27:11

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Dave doesn't speak Dune very well. He's finally seen the entirety of Dune: Part One (2021) in one sitting, sober, in anticipation of seeing Dune: Part Two (2024), and the recently announced and forthcoming third chapter, Dune: Messiah. He also rewatched David Lynch's Dune from 1984. And he has some question. Luckily, Tom is a huge nerd and has read…

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