Best Metal Epidemic Podcasts (2025)

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ALBUM REVIEW: Mantar - Post Apocalyptic Depression 24:38

4d ago24:38

24:38

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from German metal duo, Mantar. The bands new album, Post Apocalyptic Depression, will be released on February 14th via Metal Blade Records.FFO: Karloff, Kavrila, Niht, Nirvana, Valborg, Whores, Thou, The Jesus Lizard, Tad, The Melvins, Mudhoney, L7.Band:https://www.facebook.com/MantarBand/Pre-Order:ht…

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60,000 Years of Indigenous Wisdom From Down Under w/ Tyson Yunkaporta #489 2:18:34

3d ago2:18:34

2:18:34

My time in Australia with Tyson Yunkaporta changed my life forever. It’s impossible to fathom the depth of wisdom contained within an unbroken lineage of indigenous humans that stretches back into deep time of at least 60,000 years ago. Tyson explains how there in the ‘right way’ there is no separation between the individual and the collective spir…

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ALBUM REVIEW: LOVE IS NOISE - To live in a different way 30:40

4d ago30:40

30:40

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from UK Alternative Metal band, LOVE IS NOISE.The bands new album, To live in a different way, will be released on February 14th via Century Media Records.FFO: Deftones, Loathe, Radiohead, Glassjaw, Portishead, My Bloody Valentine, Bowery Electric, Crosses, Blanket, Moodring, Wayside, TNL VZN. Band:ht…

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Some Like It Hot - "Well, Nobody's Perfect!" 54:42

4d ago54:42

54:42

There are those that like it cold, but since it's Nadeem's turn to pick the movie and he had to pick one that starts with "S", he choose the 1959 comedy, "Some Like It Hot" for the next movie review. Everyone's favourite Oscar nominee, "Emilia Perez" makes another appearance.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: Hangman’s Chair – Saddiction 27:45

5d ago27:45

27:45

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Parisian Cold Doom pioneers, Hangman’s Chair. The bands new album, Saddiction, will be released on February 14th via Nuclear Blast Records. FFO: Type O Negative, Alice In Chains, Sisters of Mercy, Katatonia, YOB, Pallbearer, A Pale Horse Named Death.Band:https://www.facebook.com/hangmanschair Pre…

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ALBUM REVIEW: The Nightmares - Fire In Heaven 26:10

5d ago26:10

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Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Newport Noir Pop quintet, The Nightmares. The bands new album, Fire In Heaven, will be released on February 14th via Venn Records. FFO: Alkaline Trio, Motion City Soundtrack, Gary Numan, Killing Joke, The Get Up Kids, The Cure, The Smiths, Interpol, Bright Eyes.Band:https://www.facebook.com/theni…

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ALBUM REVIEW: MAKTKAMP - Mental Razzia 19:03

6d ago19:03

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Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Norwegian smash metalists, MAKTKAMP! The bands new album, Mental Razzia, will be released on February 14th. FFO: Kvelertak, HÄXER, Søstre, Opeth, Valletta, Skallbank, The Good the Bad and the Zugly, NYT LIV.Band:https://www.facebook.com/maktkampband Pre-Order:https://maktkampband.bandcamp.com/ #M…

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Your Gene Keys To Transform Your Greatest Challenges To Gifts w/ Richard Rudd #488 1:32:49

10d ago1:32:49

1:32:49

Richard Rudd was suddenly blessed with a state of divine clarity within which he was able to create a map for our soul’s journey in this lifetime. He called it the Gene Keys, which has become a worldwide phenomenon, helping millions of people understand their unique challenges and gifts in this lifetime. As someone who has been highly resistant to …

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ALBUM REVIEW: 16 - Guides For The Misguided 20:42

11d ago20:42

20:42

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from San Diego, California Sludge band, 16. The bands new album, Guides For The Misguided, will be released on February 7th via Relapse Records.FFO: Crowbar, Eyehategod, Down, Helmet, Skinlab, Melvins, Acid Bath, Weedeater, Iron Monkey, Blood Simple. Band: https://www.facebook.com/16dropout Pre-Order:…

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Seconds - " Stomp Those Grapes!" 48:47

11d ago48:47

48:47

It's another "S" this week and Mita goes for the left field and chooses the Rock Hudson starrer, "Seconds" for the next movie review. Mita ad Nadeem review the many other movies they watched this week.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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The Evolution Of True Love & The Alchemy of Poetry w/ Caitlyn Howe #487 1:45:28

17d ago1:45:28

1:45:28

Some 16 years ago was madly in love with Caitlyn Howe. I got down on my knees and I promised her with a ring, that I would love her forever. I told the truth, just not the way I thought it would be. Through everything, heartbreak and health scares, victory and vicissitudes, Caitlyn is my ride-or-die best friend. The three hardest nights of my life …

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ALBUM REVIEW: Tayne – Love 27:11

19d ago27:11

27:11

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from UK Industrial trio, Tayne. The bands new album, Love, will be released on January 31st via MNRK Heavy.FFO: Nine Inch Nails, Health, ††† (Crosses), Depeche Mode, Author & Punisher, The Black Queen, Zetra, Youth Code, Ministry, Godflesh. Band: https://www.facebook.com/tayneband/ Bandcamp: https://t…

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Secrets & Lies - "You Should've Thought And That Before You Dropped Your Knickers!" 56:30

18d ago56:30

56:30

Nadeem's been waiting since 1996 for this one. Tasked with picking a movie that starts wth "S", Nadeem picks Mike Leigh's Palm D'Or winning, "Secrets & Lies" for the next movie review. It's also Oscar nomination day! Nadeem and Mita dissect the good, the bad and the ugly of the 2025 Oscar race.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: PENTAGRAM - Lightning in a Bottle 28:34

20d ago28:34

28:34

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from US doom metal forefathers, PENTAGRAM.The bands new album, Lightning in a Bottle, will be released on January 31st via Heavy Psych Sounds. FFO: Saint Vitus, Trouble, Cathedral, Down, Church of Misery, Goatsnake, Orange Goblin, Candlemass. Band: https://www.facebook.com/pentagramusa Bandcamp: https…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Grief Ritual – Collapse 25:22

21d ago25:22

25:22

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from UK merchants of misery, Grief Ritual. The bands new album, Collapse, will be released on January 31st via Church Road Records.FFO: Lifesick, Heriot, Knocked Loose, Entombed, Nails, END, Cruel Division, Justice for the Damned, Makhaira. Band: https://www.facebook.com/griefritual Pre-Order: https:/…

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The Metal Epidemic Podcast - Episode 58 - Top 20 Metal Albums of 2024 (Part 4) 1:13:23

24d ago1:13:23

1:13:23

It's time for the FINAL part of our extended End of Year lists!! Join Dave, Duncan and Ross as they count down number 5 to 1 of their Top 20 Albums of 2024!Let us know your lists in the comments below!#Metal #BestMetalAlbums2024 #AOTY2024 Use Zencastr to record your videos & podcasts!⁠https://zencastr.com/?via=metalepidemic(00:00) Intro(00:58) 5 Da…

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The Ethos To Live Like A Warrior Poet #486 43:08

24d ago43:08

43:08

My upcoming book, You vs. Anti-You gives five codes to living like a warrior poet in order to optimize your life. In the spirit of my upcoming release of my poetry compilation Love To The Seventh Power, I decided to offer the first three of these codes, which help me orient properly to life. It is a short but powerful solocast, I hope you all enjoy…

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The Apprentice - "You Look Like An Orange" 53:51

25d ago53:51

53:51

It's only apropos this week that when Mita was tasked with picking a movie that starts with "A", she chose the Donald Trump biopic "The Apprentice" for the next movie review. No oranges were harmed in the recording of this podcast.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: VUKOVI - MY GOD HAS GOT A GUN 27:54

27d ago27:54

27:54

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Scottish Alternative Metal duo, Vukovi. The bands new album, My God Has Got A Gun, will be released on January 24th via Sharptone Records. FFO: RedHook, Cassyette, Boston Manor, Calva Louise, Dream State, Rivals.Band: https://www.facebook.com/vukoviband Pre-Order: https://bfan.link/my-god-has-got…

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The Metal Epidemic Podcast - Episode 58 - Top 20 Metal Albums of 2024 (Part 3) 59:10

28d ago59:10

59:10

It's time for Part 3 of our extended End of Year lists!! Dave, Duncan & Ross have gone back through the album releases from 2024 and re-listened to all of their favourites…and a few more. Now there’s only one thing left to do…order those sonsabitches! Join the guys as they count down number 10 to 6 of their Top 20 Albums of 2024!Let us know your li…

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The Metal Epidemic Podcast - Episode 58 - Top 20 Metal Albums of 2024 (Part 2) 1:08:14

1M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

It's time for Part 2 of our extended End of Year lists!! Dave, Duncan & Ross have gone back through the album releases from 2024 and re-listened to all of their favourites…and a few more. Now there’s only one thing left to do…order those sonsabitches! Join the guys as they count down number 15 to 11 of their Top 20 Albums of 2024!Let us know your l…

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Money, Meaning, and Mastery: Codie Sanchez on Building a Life Worth Living #485 1:25:54

1M ago1:25:54

1:25:54

In this episode Aubrey sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and author Codie Sanchez to tackle one of life’s most polarizing topics: money. Together, they unpack the emotional and philosophical weight of wealth, offering a fresh perspective on its role in our lives. The conversation begins with a provocative question: Is money the root of evil? F…

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Once Upon A Time In America - "Noodles" 57:48

1M ago57:48

57:48

Nadeem decides to cheat and picks a movie that starts with "On" instead of just "N" for the next movie review and picks the ultra-short, "Once Upon A Time In America". New mics and "Emilia Perez" are also on the table.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: Vertex - The Purest Light 31:18

1M ago31:18

31:18

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from French Math Metallers, Vertex. The bands new album, The Purest Light, will be released on January 17th via Le Cri Du Charbon.FFO: Meshuggah, Car Bomb, Frontierer, The Dillinger Escape Plan, C-187, Ion Dissonance, Blotted Science, M.A.N., Vildhjarta, Gojira.Band: https://www.facebook.com/vertex.me…

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The Metal Epidemic Podcast - Episode 58 - Top 20 Metal Albums of 2024 (Part 1) 1:06:24

1M ago1:06:24

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It's time for our extended End of Year lists!! Dave, Duncan & Ross have gone back through the album releases from 2024 and re-listened to all of their favourites…and a few more. Now there’s only one thing left to do…order those sonsabitches! Join the guys as they count down their Top 20 Albums of 2024!Let us know your lists in the comments below!#M…

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Marc Gafni Challenges Yuval Harari 2:33:52

1M ago2:33:52

2:33:52

Join Dr. Marc Gafni as he critically examines the fundamental errors in Yuval Noah Harari’s assertions that stories, human rights, and human purpose are mere constructs of fiction. With around 60 million books sold, Harari is celebrated by influential figures like Barack Obama, Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, and Klaus Schwab as a leading philosopher of ou…

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ALBUM REVIEW: HAUNTED HORSES – Dweller 28:18

1M ago28:18

28:18

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Seattle Industrial Punk trio, Haunted Horses. The bands new album, Dweller, will be released on January 10th via Three One G Records. FFO: Swans, Bauhaus, Killing Joke, Daughters, Kill The Thrill, Throat, Doodseskader, The Soft Moon, Youff, Uniform.Band: https://www.facebook.com/hauntedhorses Ban…

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Rashomon - "Dead Men Tell No Lies" 59:01

1M ago59:01

59:01

Mita goes for the trifecta (foreign language, old, black and white), when tasked with picking a movie that starts with "R" and chooses Akira Kurosawa's "Rashomon" for the next movie review. It's also Golden Globe night and Mita and Nadeem have some opinions.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: Stick To Your Guns - Keep Planting Flowers 22:50

1M ago22:50

22:50

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Orange County Hardcore outfit, Stick To Your Guns. The bands new album, Keep Planting Flowers, will be released on January 10th via Sharptone Records.FFO: Stray From The Path, Your Demise, Rise Against, The Ghost Inside, Comeback Kid, Ignite, Cro-Mags, Being As An Ocean. Band: https://www.faceboo…

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The Master Of Psychedelic Journey Music w/ Jon Hopkins #484 1:20:54

1M ago1:20:54

1:20:54

In this episode, we sit down with renowned musician and producer Jon Hopkins for a deep dive into the transformative power of music, creativity, and spiritual exploration. From the origins of Jon’s groundbreaking album Ritual to the profound interplay of sound, numerology, and intentionality, this conversation bridges the worlds of art and mysticis…

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Todo Sobre Mi Madre - "You Are An Epidemic" 49:21

2M ago49:21

49:21

Happy New Year! To ring in 2025, Nadeem decided to bend the rules. When tasked with picking a film that starts with "T", Nadeem choose the Pedro Almodóvar's "Todo Sobre Mi Madre", which you might know as "All About My Mother" for the next movie review. Mita and Nadeem see one final movie in 2024.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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The Florida Project - "I Can Always Tell When Adults Are Cbout To Cry" 1:03:18

2M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Tasked with picking a movie that starts with "T", Mita picks Sean Baker's "Tangerine", but with some sweet talking, Nadeem convinces her to pick his 2017 "The Florida Project" for the next movie review. Mita agrees...but she never forgets...By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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The Power Of Your Thoughts & A Course In Miracles w/ Marianne Williamson #483 1:44:10

2M ago1:44:10

1:44:10

As a speaker and writer on transformational wisdom for over four decades, Marianne Williamson has delved into the metaphysics of great religious and spiritual figures. She has come to the position of radical responsibility for her thoughts and actions, and offers vulnerable lessons on how to thrive with that outlook. Williamson’s newest book, THE M…

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Mystic Catholic Reveals The TRUTH of Jesus The Christ w/ Sean O’Laoire #482 1:43:48

2M ago1:43:48

1:43:48

In one of the most emotional and deeply moving podcasts of the year, Aubrey Marcus converses with Father Sean O'Laoire for his second podcast - where this mystic Catholic priest shares his deep understanding on the nature of Jesus, King Arthur, The Sword and The Cross. His approach to spirituality bridges tradition, psychology, and contemporary mys…

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Full Metal Jacket - "Me Love You Long Time" 53:17

2M ago53:17

53:17

'Tis the season of giving and knowing how much Mita loves war movies, and tasked with picking one that starts with "F", Nadeem picks Stanley Kubrick's seminal "Full Metal Jacket" for the next movie review. Little did he know, the decision would backfire on him...By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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The Metal Epidemic Podcast - Episode 57 2:41:44

2M ago2:41:44

2:41:44

Dave & Duncan are back for our final Metal Epidemic Podcast of the year! On Episode 57 we chat new releases, our album of the month for November, favourite gig of 2024, biggest disappointment of the year and worst album we heard in 2024. Plus play some choice cuts from the year! Singles: 200 Stab Wounds – Hands of Eternity Facebook: https://www.fac…

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Woman DIES in coma: Returns w/Secret Truth About LIFE w/ Anita Moorjani #481 1:42:21

2M ago1:42:21

1:42:21

What happens when you die? All of us have pondered this question, and few of us have any idea of what it's like when we cross from this world to the next. Or even if there is another world. I have my own beliefs from 25 years of psychonautic journeys…And then there's Anita Moorjani. Suffering from stage four cancer, she went into a two week, life t…

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Safe - "I Love You" 1:02:12

2M ago1:02:12

1:02:12

Mita goes niche when picking another movie that starts with "S". This time, she picks Todd Haynes 1995 drama, "Safe" for the next movie review. It's also finally award season, and Mita and Nadeem dissect the 2025 Golden Globe nominees.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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Bonus “Golden Legacy” | Sara Frazetta On Her Grandpa’s Legacy & MetaMark Mint 46:01

2M ago46:01

46:01

In this conversation Aubrey Macrus and Sara Frazetta discuss the iconic artist Frank Frazetta - his life, his influence, his legacy - and also discuss how he would feel about his work being printed on solid gold bank notes for Aubrey’s newest company, MetalMark Mint. Check out https://mtlmrk.com/ for more info about fine art minted with real gold C…

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Free Your Mind, Free Your Money, Free Your Life w/ Robert Breedlove #480 1:31:22

2M ago1:31:22

1:31:22

Robert Breedlove calls himself a ‘freedom maximalist’, and I couldn’t possibly resonate more with his life philosophy! This chosen attitude applies to all aspects of living, from your mind, to your money, your spirituality, and your health. He is the host of the “What Is Money Show” and a major thought leader in the cryptocurrency space, particular…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Spanaway - Songs of Yesteryear 32:27

3M ago32:27

32:27

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, post-hardcore/shoegaze band, Spanaway. The bands new album, Songs of Yesteryear, will be released on December 6th via Burial Whisper.FFO: Failure, Hum, Smashing Pumpkins, Deftones, Jesu, Radiohead, Grivo, Elliott Smith, DIIV, Nothing. Band: https://www.instagram.com/spa…

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The Lunchbox - "Sometimes The Wrong Train Takes You To The Right Station" 55:43

3M ago55:43

55:43

Nadeem is hungry for a good movie, so when tasked with picking one that starts with "T", he went for the 2013 romance, "The Lunchbox" for the next movie review. Nom nom nom.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: NECKBREAKKER - Within The Viscera 29:10

3M ago29:10

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Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Danish death metal band, NECKBREAKKER. The bands new album, Within the Viscera, will be released on December 6th via Nuclear Blast Records.FFO: Morbid Angel, Decapitated, Suffocation, BAEST, Blood Red Throne, Wayward Dawn, Alluvial. Band: https://www.facebook.com/Neckbreakker Pre-Order: https://n…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Gleemer - End of the Nail 23:47

3M ago23:47

23:47

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from Indie Shoegaze band, Gleemer. The bands new album, End of the Nail, will be released on December 6th via Other People Records.FFO: Death Cab For Cutie, Downward, Ridgeway, Leaving Time, William Fitzsimmons.Band: https://www.facebook.com/gleemergleemer/ https://www.facebook.com/gleemergleemer/ Ban…

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How To Invest Money & Win Under Any Conditions w/ Larry McDonald #479 1:20:57

3M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

What should you do with your savings and investments? Larry McDonald is a financial analyst, author, and founder of The Bear Traps Report, a newsletter focused on global risk, trading, and market insights. He gained prominence for his experience on Wall Street and his deep analysis of economic cycles, market trends, and geopolitical risk. Known for…

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ALBUM REVIEW: Hidden Mothers - Erosion / Avulsion 24:14

3M ago24:14

24:14

Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from UK progressive post-hardcore band, Hidden Mothers. The bands new album, ‘Erosion / Avulsion’, will be released on November 29th via Church Road Records.FFO: Holy Fawn, Envy, Thrice, Conjurer, Copse, Norna, Svalbard, Alexisonfire, Oathbreaker, Converge. Band: https://www.facebook.com/hiddenmothers…

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The Verdict - "I Beleive There Is Justice In Our Hearts" 57:53

3M ago57:53

57:53

The verdict is in: Mita picks the courtroom drama "The Verdict" for the next movie review when tasked with picking a movie that starts with "V". Taylor makes another appearance, but we'll allow it this time.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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ALBUM REVIEW: Monolith - The Black Cradle 38:13

3M ago38:13

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Join Dave & Duncan as they review the new album from UK riff slingers, Monolith. The bands new album, The Black Cradle, will be released on November 29th. FFO: Opeth, Enslaved, Borknagar, Deathspell Omega, Ihsahn, Rivers of Nihil, Gorod, Meshuggah. Band: https://www.facebook.com/monolithukPre-Order: https://bandmonolith.bandcamp.com/album/the-black…

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The Shocking Price For Standing Up To Big Oil w/ Steven Donziger #478 1:24:51

3M ago1:24:51

1:24:51

This podcast is a picture of what a hero looks like. Steven Donziger is a US-based environmental lawyer. He was part of a legal team that earned a major environmental judgment against Chevron Corporation on behalf of Indigenous and local communities in Ecuador. Chevron responded with a civil racketeering lawsuit and a massive defamation media campa…

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In The Mood For Love - "If There's An Extra Ticket... Would You Go With Me" 1:03:10

3M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Nadeem was in a mood, so when tasked with picking a film that starts with "I", he went for 2000's "In The Mood For Love". Mita loves Glen Powell.By Moves To Watch Before The End Of The World

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