Best Emo History Podcasts (2024)

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WHO THE F**K IS TX2?! 54:51

1h ago54:51

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This may be our most controversial episode yet as we speak to the man behind TX2. We have one request, forget all pre conceived opinions and listen to Evan talk about his journey, and how he became one of the most talked about artists on social media. We enjoyed hearing his story and his take on the word 'cringe' in this weeks episode. Give us a fo…

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#246 - John Anderson (Boys Life, Suburban Eyes) 1:00:11

1h ago1:00:11

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Today, we welcome John Anderson from Boys Life and Suburban Eyes. We talk about the recent unreleased songs from Boys Life streaming via Numero Group and his new group, Suburban Eyes, with Eric Richter from Christie Front Drive and Jeremy Gomez from Mineral. Suburban Eyes' record is out in August via Spartan Records. I hope you enjoy the episode! S…

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How the NJITW Pork Roll Is Made 1:04:02

3h ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Ever curious about how NJITW actually gets made? Well we know some of you are - because you’ve asked us. In this episode Andrea and Mike D take you behind the scenes and dig into: the infamous lost episode, NJITW the Role Playing Game, some history from the early days of the show and of course lots of random NJ related tangents. Get bonus content o…

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The ENTIRE History Of Bring Me The Horizon 1:09:20

42m ago1:09:20

1:09:20

Let Sophie and Yasmine stumble through the early beginnings, hurdles, and ultimate triumphs of one of Britain's biggest modern rock bands, Bring Me The Horizon like two drunk history teachers Everything in this episode is quoted from bits found online and so please take it with a pinch of salt and do your own research Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: …

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UnderOath 1:11:26

8h ago1:11:26

1:11:26

A wined-up Dani shares the story of Christian rock band UnderOath, featuring religious warfare, many motor incidents, and rim jobs.By foundationsofemo

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#245 - David NeSmith (Bats & Mice, Regents, Sleepytime Trio, Maximillian Colby) 1:31:04

4h ago1:31:04

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David NeSmith has been part of some groundbreaking bands in emo. He's not afraid to say it throughout the episode, either! From Maximillian Colby's screamo days to the dissonance of Sleepytime Trio and his work with Bats & Mice. They all scream not just emo but a need to create and share new sounds still to this day. Dave made a playlist you can ch…

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Jersey Dude Jersey Food: Fattal's, Paterson 54:00

9m ago54:00

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Don and Geth make their way to Fattal's supermarket in Paterson, where they make their way to both the baklava bar and the brick oven bakery in the back. They take their food down to the Great Falls, and then spend this episode telling you about the incredible experience. FIX THE FUCKIN' FOOTBRIDGE! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See…

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Did these alt sub-scenes deserve to die? 35:41

3d ago35:41

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Do you remember dressing like a zombie, a 50s house wife? or a pastel goth? Or were you a scene emo kid? In this episode we look back at some scenes that died Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks…

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#244 - John O'Callaghan (The Maine) 1:13:23

4d ago1:13:23

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Today on the podcast, we welcome John O'Callaghan from The Maine. The Maine have had a long history in the scene and are about to jump on the Sad Summer Tour. John and I spoke about emo extensively and how the band and the music have stayed alive after all these years. I love how little it took to edit. I had a blast talking to John about all thing…

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Who Could Sing Vocals For Linkin Park? You Decide 24:27

10d ago24:27

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This week we asked the die hard rock fans braving the mud at Download Festival who they think could sing for Linkin Park. Some of the answers may surprise you. Featuring answers from Scene Queen, TX2 and Bambi Thug. Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG…

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#243 - Vish Khanna (Kreative Kontrol) 1:28:28

11d ago1:28:28

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Today on the podcast, we welcome Vish Khanna from the Kreative Kontrol podcast. Vish has had almost 900 guests from across the creative spectrum. A truly amazing interviewer, and it was an honor to have him on the show. Thanks to Holmes from American Football for connecting us! http://vishkhanna.com/ https://www.patreon.com/washedupemo Learn more a…

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Interview: Ryan and Katie from the Hometown History Podcast 1:19:41

12d ago1:19:41

1:19:41

Have you ever taken a drive through Mendham - and have you ever noticed a sign claiming Mendham was the hometown of the man who invented baseball? What if we told you this was a giant fraud. Did George Washington really sleep here? Did Jackie O actually live here? Seriously, What is going on in Mendham? We’re joined by our new friends Ryan and Kati…

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Scene News June ft: Dave Grohl, Download Festival and Pantera 30:36

17d ago30:36

30:36

The latest happenings in the world of rock and metal from Dave Grohl beefing with Taylor Swift to Download Festival mud, how bad was it? Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for th…

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Evanescence 1:01:05

18d ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Claire tells Dani all about the female powerhouse that is Amy Lee and Evanescence, while mispronouncing many, many words.By foundationsofemo

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Interview: Martyna Majok, Pulitzer Winning Jersey Playwright 1:16:39

21d ago1:16:39

1:16:39

Martyna Majok is the Pulitzer winning author of many great plays, many of which focus very specifically on Jersey. We talk about Jersey artists, about Belleville and Kearny, about immigrant groups finding each other in this state, and so much more. Seriously, just listen to it, Martyna is so fucking great. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Aca…

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3rd Annual Draft Deep Dive with Derek Parker! Also, Josh Giddey got traded for Alex Caruso! 1:03:20

29d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Derek Parker joins Matt Burton for their third annual Draft Deep Dive! We talk all things NBA draft and holy crap Josh Giddey got traded for Alex Caruso!If you aren't already, go follow Derek on Twitter @DParkOK.Follow his work at insidethethunder.com and Draft Digest.Go subscribe to his Youtube page. It's just his name, Derek Parker.…

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All New AITA Rock And Metal Dilemmas 35:27

1M ago35:27

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This week we break down some more pressing AITA dilemmas. If you knew someones tattoo meant something else would you tell them? Would you ditch a friend for listening to a band whose lyrical content you disagree with? Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine …

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Interview: Chris Payne and NJ Emo 1:15:57

27d ago1:15:57

1:15:57

Chris Payne is the author of the book Where Are Your Boys Tonight? The Oral History of Emo's Mainstream Explosion - you will probably not be shocked to hear that this book is VERY heavy on New Jersey content. That being said, upon reading it I think you will be pleasantly surprised to see how much New Jersey was at the core of this massive explosio…

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#242 - David Mitchell (Gulfer) 1:20:03

27d ago1:20:03

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Today on the podcast, we welcome David Mitchell from the Montreal-based band Gulfer. I have loved them since I first heard them in the 2010s. I’ve had a soft spot for their sound and continued work ethic to make music through things that happen in life. Their most recent album, out as of late February, is called Third Wind, and boy, do we get on th…

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Why Do People Think Avril Lavigne Is A Clone?!? 31:58

1M ago31:58

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We dive into the mad conspiracy theory that Avril Lavigne died years ago in this weeks episode of We Wear Black Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for the intro/outro music Warga…

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NJ Craig's List: An Exploration 1:16:13

1M ago1:16:13

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On this week's show we ask a simple question: "What's the dumbest/weirdest/most inexplicable stuff to be found on New Jersey Craig's List right now?" This leads, as you imagine, down some real weird rabbit holes as we suss out not just the stuff that is odd at face value, but some other things that are clearly written in coded language. It's also f…

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How To Spot A Millennial - Alt Edition 48:11

1M ago48:11

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This week Yasmine and Sophie break down the differences between gen z and millenials. Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for the intro/outro music Wargasm for the screams Hosted …

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Bayside 46:19

1M ago46:19

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In this episode we explore the cult of Queens-based punk rock heroes Bayside, talk doing a Baby Reindeer on them and how they are the anti-perverts!By foundationsofemo

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Interview: Anthony DeVito, Jersey Boy: A True Crime Story 39:49

1M ago39:49

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This week we talk with friend of the show Anthony DeVito, a hilarious comedian and Bloomfield native. He's also currently starring in the off-Broadway show Jersey Boy: A True Crime Story about how he came to find out that his family and organized crime in New Jersey were intertwined. It's a jaw-dropping show, hilarious, smart, and VERY JERSEY. We t…

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Scene News ft: I Prevail, Taylor Swift and Bring Me The Horizon 58:21

2M ago58:21

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Sophie and Yasmine tackle this months biggest news stories including the new Bring Me The Horizon EP, AI and a baby in the pit at a Taylor Swift and Paramore show Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special th…

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A Return to Ong's Hat 1:01:51

2M ago1:01:51

1:01:51

WARNING: Some listeners may be disturbed by the fact that at no point in this episode do Mike D and Andrea mention diarrhea. This is a diarrhea-free episode. Proceed at your own risk. Longtime subscribers to our Patreon may remember an early episode of South Jersey Is Also the World where Andrea and Gethard went deep into the history of Ong’s Hat, …

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Extreme Fetish Tales 42:00

2M ago42:00

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This week the duo delve into the world of weird, strange and downright gross fetishes. What would be your limit? Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for the intro/outro music Warg…

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Port Authority: Secret Bathroom, Secret History 1:00:15

2M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

A recent article revealed the existence of a secret super clean bathroom in the well known NYC nightmare commuter hub, Port Authority. Being that Port Authority is a place MANY North Jersey residents know well and have true hatred/fear for, we figured this was a perfect excuse to look not just at the secret bathroom of Port Authority, but the many …

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So you wanna work in music? Here's the cold hard facts! 1:11:09

2M ago1:11:09

1:11:09

Yasmine and Sophie spill all about being a presenter, journalist or content creator. Here are the facts about the industry that nobody talks about. Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova T…

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Smash and Grab!! Thunder steal Game 4 over Mavs to tie the series. Win 100-96 37:05

2M ago37:05

37:05

Matt Burton, Drake Vittitow and Aubyn Phippen are with you to talk about the Thunder's 100-96 win over the Mavericks. Audio issues so we don't have a Vibe Check segment.By Franchise Podcast Network

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Pierce the Veil 46:36

2M ago46:36

46:36

A fan favourite which has a lot more mention of rap artists and crunk than you’d expect.By foundationsofemo

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Interview: Kate and Danny Tamberelli 59:38

2M ago59:38

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Kate and Danny Tamberelli are not just a married couple, they're also the co-authors fo the new book Road Trip Rewind, which is great and you should read. The book features characters born in Jersey, much like Danny himself was. Danny was raised in Wyckoff before starring as Little Pete on The Adventures of Pete and Pete, a show Gethard has long ar…

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Thunder aren't going 16-0 in the playoffs. Mavs take Game 2 119-110 40:10

2M ago40:10

40:10

Matt Burton, Drake Vittitow and Aubyn Phippen are with you to talk about the Thunder's 119-110 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Series tied 1-1 heading back to Dallas.By Franchise Podcast Network

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Thunder take game 1 of the Western Conference semis 117-95 over the Mavs 40:42

2M ago40:42

40:42

Matt Burton, Drake Vittitow and Matt Galbransen are back with you to talk about the Thunder's 117-95 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.By Franchise Podcast Network

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Properly Sorting The Inbox 2024 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for the intro/outro music Wargasm for the screams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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BONUS EP: Andy Biersack Interview 32:57

2M ago32:57

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In this bonus episode we chat to Andy Biersack from Black Veil Brides all about the brand new EP Bleeders out on June 21st. Catch BVB on tour across the USA on an epic run of shows starting today https://blackveilbrides.net/ Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Y…

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Summer Reading List 2024 1:01:25

3M ago1:01:25

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On this episode we give you: some Jersey authors, some Jersey specific writing, some Jersey adjacent books, some historical looks at authors who help set the tone of what Jerseyana is, and a proposed summer comic book book club. ENJOY THE BEACH, YOU CHOOCHES. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Scene News- Ft Slipknot, Bad Omens and Bring Me The Horizon 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

This is your monthly run down of the biggest news stories, releases and happenings in the world of social media Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: @yasminesummanx Special thanks to: Nova Twins for the intro/outro music Warga…

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Brody Dalle & The Distillers 55:02

3M ago55:02

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In this episode, we discuss going through your heroin phase, the identity of Alain Johannes, and a grisly court battle. TW for domestic abuse, drugs and violence.By foundationsofemo

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Worst #1 seed in history SWEEPS! Thunder beat Pels 97-89 to advance. 50:53

3M ago50:53

50:53

Matt Burton, Jerry Ramsey and Aubyn Phippen talk about the Thunder's 97-89 win over the New Orleans Pelicans and their sweep of the series!By Franchise Podcast Network

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#241 - Dallas Green (City and Colour, Alexisonfire) 1:05:52

3M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Today on the podcast, we welcome Dallas Green from City and Colour and Alexisonfire. I’ve had the pleasure of working with him over the years and he helped shape who I am. We got to catch up about emo, what Elliott means to him, Canadian bands you should check out, who has been lost, and what he’s looking forward to. Thank you for listening and tha…

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Mega Gagootz Assemble 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

Your voicemails. The hosts on our mini-network. Like so many of them. WOTown, Andrea, Fanelli, Fierro, HEBBA. The largest gang of gagootz ever assembled, listening to the batshit messages you all have left us in recent months. What beats that? Nothing beats that. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Does Rap Belong In Rock? 54:45

3M ago54:45

54:45

Sophie saw young rock fans saying rappers dont belong in rock so this week the due delve into the history of rock and rap and whether rock is a "racist genre" like so many people say it is Give us a follow: IG/Twitter: @wewearblackpod Email: wewearblackpod@gmail.com Sophie IG/X: @iamsophiek Tiktok: @iamsophiekx Yasmine IG: @yasminesumman X/TikTok: …

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Thunder take Game 1 in the first home playoff game in 5 seasons! 1:10:43

3M ago1:10:43

1:10:43

Jerry, Aubyn, Drake and Matt are with you to talk about the Thunder's 94-92 win over the Pelicans in Game 1 of the Playoffs.By Franchise Podcast Network

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