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Keep up with all things Metallica by going straight to the source. Now you can get your news directly from those entrenched in the band’s own Northern California headquarters. This weekly report is hosted by Steffan Chirazi and Renée Richardson, two members of the Metallica Camp. Steffan is a long-time rock scribe and editor of the band’s online mag, So What!, whose days covering Metallica began in the 1980s with the British music magazines Sounds and Kerrang! Renée is the Director of Philan ...
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Episode 53: James Hetfield; John Bush; TAMA Drums Artist Relations Manager, Sam Gample
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The week of July 31, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan catches up with John Bush, the singer of Armored Saint, formerly of Anthrax, and the man who once famously turned down the opportunity to front Metallica. John strolls down memory lane with Steffan, but not before he updates us on his latest project, Category 7 - a band James recently told …
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Episode 52: James Hetfield; Lars Ulrich; Mike Bordin
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The week of July 24, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Renée has been mighty busy with her day job lately. This week, All Within My Hands announced its fourth Helping Hands Concert & Auction AND that its groundbreaking Metallica Scholars program will now include 60 schools in all 50 US states + Guam! To celebrate that exciting AWMH news, Steffan chats …
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Episode 51: Robert Trujillo; James Hetfield; Michał Labocha (Fan Club Chapter Head)
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The week of July 17, 2024 on The Metallica Report… M72 Europe is officially a wrap, and Steffan checks in with Robert following the final show in an absolutely buzzing Madrid as Spanish fans celebrate their Euro Cup victory! Then, inspired by gazing at the stable of guitars just offstage, Steffan unearths a chat with James about his first guitar an…
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#490 Bryan Medlin - OLYMPIC PREVIEW EPISODE!
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In this episode, Coach Medlin and I preview the 2024 Paris Olympics.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 50: Best of the Pod featuring Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett & Robert Trujillo
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The week of July 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Episode #50: James Hetfield; Best of the Pod featuring Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett, Robert Trujillo July 10, 2024 This week on The Metallica Report… It’s our 50th episode! First, Steffan checks in with James on how M72 2024 has been treating him so far and just how he and those pricel…
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The week of July 2, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Robert Trujillo joins Steffan for a quick chat about - what else - lemons and coffee. Ok, they also got into how Rob feels on stage these days, what the vibe is like at each of these European stops, and the dedication with which he and Kirk craft their original doodles and covers that have become st…
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Episode 48: James Hetfield talks Copenhagen; Robert Trujillo talks Hellfest
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The week of June 26, 2024 on The Metallica Report… While in Denmark, Steffan jumps at the chance to talk to a certain band member about his history with the country… it just might not be the band member you’d expect. James has been visiting Denmark for 40 years and has developed a relationship of his own with the area. He reflects on what’s changed…
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Episode 47: James Hetfield; Fortnite, 760 Creations, Acai, A Wise Moose, Jason Paradise
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The week of June 19, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Metallica takes over Fortnite, and Fortnite takes over The Metallica Report! Steffan checks in from Copenhagen to brief Renée and the listeners about the official Fortnite X Metallica launch. Don’t worry if you’re not a gamer; Steff & Renée introduce what Fortnite is all about and share some essent…
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#489 - Beat the Streets Full Circle Series - Jessica Kemgne: Full Circle Award Recipient
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This episode is the first episode of a new series - The Beat the Streets National Full Circle Series - where we interview Full Circle scholarship recipients. This episode is with Jessica Kemgne. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 46: James Hetfield & The Heaviest Mail Bag
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The week of June 12, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan grabs our favorite frontman to ask a few questions submitted by YOU - the listeners. And even better, when James is in the mood to chat, you know the answers will be fun! The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, straight from the source. New episode every…
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Episode 45: Kirk Hammett; Francesco Polsinelli, Iveco
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The week of June 5, 2024 on The Metallica Report… It’s Kirk Hammett’s turn to share his back-on-tour thoughts with Steffan. (ICYMI, Steff chatted with Robert and James during the last couple of episodes.) Kirk shares his love for being on the road and how he’s constantly striving to remain musically in the moment. It’s safe to say it… this man thri…
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#488 Clint Matter - BTS Philly Chair, Wall Street Legend, Penn NCAA Qualifier
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Clint Matter is the founder and chair of BTS Philly. Clint wrestled for Penn in the mid-1990s, graduated from Wharton, and went on to have a successful career on Wall Street.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 44: Robert Trujillo; M72 Tour from Munich
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The week of May 29, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée travel to Munich for the kick-off of year two of the M72 World Tour! We get a rare front seat for Robert Trujillo’s “back on tour” process as he chats about what it’s like to get back out on the road after a break and takes Steffan along as he walks the stage for the first time in …
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The week of May 22, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan catches up with the one and only James Alan Hetfield. Following a nice long hibernation, the two sit down at HQ just as rehearsals for the upcoming European leg of the M72 Tour are about to kick off. James fills us in on what he’s been up to during his time off, how he’s prepping to go back …
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Episode 42: Month of Giving - Supporting Trade Education featuring Metallica Scholars Karina, Cha Zong, and Reggie
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The week of May 15, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée dive into the band’s foundation, All Within My Hands. Its Month of Giving campaign is currently shining the spotlight on the Metallica Scholars program, which supports trade education. Join them for a roundtable discussion with three Metallica scholarship recipients, Karina, Cha Zo…
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#487 Paul Glynn - Dan Gable / Iowa Alum, State Champion,VP of Sales
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Paul Glynn is the VP of sales at Stryker. He was an Iowa state champion and wrestled for Dan Gable and the Hawks in the 80s.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 41: Local Chapter Super Fans - Oliver, Dereck, James, Glenn, and Eric
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The week of May 8, 2024 on The Metallica Report… It’s all about the fans! Local chapter members and superfans Oliver (Head of St. Germany), Eric (Virginia Fuel), and Derek, James, and Glenn (Nebraska’s The Outlaw Corn) all join Steffan and Renée for a roundtable. As everyone gets ready for a summer of live M72 shows, these longtime fans talk about …
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#486 Jered Cortez - 4x IL State Champ, 2x Fargo Champ, PSU Graduate
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Jered Cortez is an Illinois legend. A 4x state champ and 2x Fargo champ, Jered went on to wrestle at Penn State. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 40: Robert Trujillo & Infectious Grooves
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The week of May 1, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan spends the day/night with Metallica’s bass-master, Robert Trujillo, as he slaps and grooves with a blast from his past as a member of the funk/metal supergroup Infectious Grooves. Steff hangs with the band during their sound check at their last stop on a mini eight-city tour in Berkeley, CA. …
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The week of April 24, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée are joined by long-time Metallica tech Zach Harmon. Now a veritable Swiss Army Knife of tour and studio operations, Zach recounts the winding road to his current position that began nearly 40 years ago. He also provides insight into his unique relationships with Metallica’s pione…
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#485 Johnni DiJulius - Ohio State Alum , 3x OH State Champ, BASE Jumper
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Johnni DiJulius is one of the top wrestling clinicians in the country. He wrestled for Tom Ryan at Ohio State and was as 3x Ohio State Champion. He's also an avid BASE Jumper. Enjoy!To book a clinic with Johnni - contact Johnni on Twitter or Instagram.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 38: Metallica Local Fan Club Chapter Members Q&A with Kirk and Robert
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The week of April 17, 2024 on The Metallica Report… It’s Q & A day! Team Metallica asked local fan club chapter members to submit their questions for the band, then Steffan and Renée took those questions and grabbed Kirk and Robert to give us some answers. Check it out! The Metallica Report - your official, weekly guide for all things Metallica, st…
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The week of April 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Riff master Brian Tatler cranks up the Wayback Machine to share stories of Diamond Head’s biggest (and possibly only) fan in America in 1981: a 17-year-old named Lars Ulrich. Turns out, that same kid was starting a band of his own. A few traded covers and several decades later, and the rest is his…
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#484 Mike Zadick - Olympian, World Silver Medalist
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Mike Zadick is an Olympian, world silver medalist and multiple-time All-American for Iowa. He's currently fundraising for his non-profit, Benchmark Wrestling, to build a stand-alone wrestling facility in Augusta Montana. You can donate to the cause here: https://www.benchmarkwrestling.org/By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 36: Kirk Hammett & Robert Trujillo on Elton John ahead of Gershwin Prize Broadcast
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The Week of April 3, 2024 on The Metallica Report… A seemingly unlikely pairing, the paths of Elton John and Metallica have crossed over the years more than you might think. Ahead of PBS’s Gershwin Prize for Popular Song broadcast honoring Elton John and Bernie Taupin, Kirk and Rob join Steffan and Renée to share a few fun stories about Sir Elton. …
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#483 Matt Hickey - Chief Revenue Officer at Securiti, Hofstra Wrestler
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Matt Hickey is the Chief Revenue Officer at Securiti. Matt grew-up wrestling on Long Island and competed collegiately at Hofstra under coach Tom Ryan.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 35: James Hetfield on Cigars; Robert Trujillo on Infectious Grooves & Suicidal Tendencies
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The week of March 27, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée bring us the inside scoop on James Hetfield’s love of cigars, including the new BLACKENED “S84 Shade to Black” by Drew Estate. Then they check in with Robert Trujillo, who is in the midst of a few gigs with his Infectious Grooves crew, including shows in Australia! The Metallica …
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#482 Rock Harrison - 2024 NCAA Finals Recap
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Rock Harrison is a wrestling analyst for ACC and ESPN.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 34: Producer Greg Fildelman - Part 2
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The week of March 20, 2024 on The Metallica Report… It’s time for part two of our conversation with our producer, Greg Fidelman. This one is for all of you who wanna know what it’s like being at the helm of the control room at HQ! Greg shares what it was like working with Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, and the only other artist who’s actually recorded at …
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#481 Ben Reiter - Beat the Streets National Executive Director
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Ben Reiter is the Executive Director of Beat the Streets National.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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The week of March 13, 2024 on The Metallica Report… When it comes to Metallica’s creative process, Greg Fidelman has become the “unofficially official” fifth member of the band. He began his music career in the late ’80s as the lead guitarist of his own group, but Greg really hit his stride on the other side of the studio glass about a decade later…
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#480 Frank Popolizio - Update form Journeymen Wrestling Founder
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Frank Popolizio is the founder and head coach of the Journeymen Wrestling Club.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 32: The Women Behind the Scenes of Metallica: Addie Kellerman, Jena Rockwood, Sara Killion, Heather “Foster” Kjollesdal, Hannah Davis, Kat Vollhoffer, Eleni Psaltis
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The week of March 6, 2024 on The Metallica Report… In honor of International Women’s Day later this week, Renée takes on solo-hosting duties and brings along a few other women who keep the Metallica mothership moving. Make no mistake… there are plenty to choose from! We're talking about members of management, legal, accounting, marketing, merchandi…
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#479 Neil Erisman - Little Rock Arkansas Head Coach
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Neil Erisman is the head coach of the Little Rock Arkansas wrestling team.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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The week of February 28, 2024 on The Metallica Report… If you’ve seen a photo of Metallica, chances are you’ve seen one of Ross Halfin’s shots. Steffan and Renée chat with the man who’s been behind the camera, capturing Metallica and pretty much every other big name in rock for decades. Ross shares stories spanning his first shoot with the guys in …
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#478 Henry Cejudo - Olympic Gold Medalist, 2x UFC Double Champ
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Henry Cejudo is an Olympic Gold medalist and one of four double champs in UFC history.By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 30: All Things HQ - Part 2: Tour Of Metallica’s Headquarters With Jeff Yeager
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The week of February 21, 2024 on The Metallica Report… The second installment of two episodes recorded at the band’s creative ground zero for over 20 years: Metallica HQ. Steffan and Renée tour the building with one of its longest inhabitants, Jeff Yeager - webmaster, touring photographer/videographer, and network manager. Sprinkled with fun facts …
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Episode 29: All Things HQ - Part 1: Robert Trujillo, Staffers Jeff Yeager, Jack Ketcham, Kent Matcke
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This week of February 14, 2024 on The Metallica Report… The first of two episodes recorded at the band’s creative ground zero for over 20 years: Metallica HQ. Steffan and Renée set up shop in the Jam Room with three people who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep the Metallica Machine moving. Jeff Yeager - webmaster, touring photographer/video…
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#477 Terry Brands - Full Interview from The Henry Cejudo Experiment
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This interview is with Terry Brands and was recorded for the audio documentary The Henry Cejudo Experiment. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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The week of February 7, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée are joined by a man intertwined through Metallica history in a way maybe no one else can claim to be. A producer, a collaborator, a motivator, a fill-in, a support system, and the master of getting that sound “just right”... it’s none other than Bob Rock! The Metallica Report -…
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#476 Pat Smith - The First 4x NCAA Champion in D1 History
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Pat Smith is the first 4x NCAA champion in division one history. He's been instrumental in growing wrestling in Arkansas and now runs a wrestling academy near Little Rock. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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The week of January 31, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée revisit some of your favorite performances and infamous moments in Metallica’s award show history. No spoilers here, but we bet you can guess a few... They include surprise outcomes, a bit of NSFW language, and a lot of very heavy music! Plus, Clint Wells - a man many of you ma…
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Episode 26: Part 2 - Old School Deep Dive with KJ Doughton, Brian Lew, and Ron Quintana
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The week of January 24, 2024 on The Metallica Report… A fortuitous call from Kirk sets the stage, framing the metal scene in the early days and the roles Ron, Brian, and KJ played. Brian recalls the enthusiasm surrounding Metallica’s first album by the band members and, if you will, the founding Metallica Family members - many of whom would be ackn…
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Episode 25: Old School Memories with KJ Doughton, Brian Lew, and Ron Quintana
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The week of January 17, 2024 on The Metallica Report… Steffan and Renée are joined by old friends KJ Doughton, Brian Lew, and Ron Quintana for a trip back to the humble beginnings of Metallica. From fanzines to tape trading to shows at the legendary Stone in San Francisco, these guys have seen it all and are bonded for life to each other and the ba…
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#475 Rich Tavoso - Wall Street Legend, Former Princeton Wrestler
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ABOUT THIS EPISODERich Tavoso is a Wall Street legend and the former Managing Director at RBC Capital Markets, Head of the Global Arbitrage & Trading. Rich wrestled at Princeton and has been a mentor to many wrestlers on Wall Street. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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Episode 24: Catching up with Jason Newsted
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The week of January 10, 2024 on The Metallica Report… We have a visit from an old friend as Steffan and Renée check in with bassist Jason Newsted. Amid an unusually quiet time in his creative world, Jason talks about plans, projects, and how he’s allowing himself to enjoy the simplicity of his day-to-day life. Of course, we still have to touch on h…
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#474 Mike Powell - Executive Director, Beat the Streets Chicago
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ABOUT THIS EPISODEMike Powell is the Executive Director of Beat the Streets Chicago. Prior to that post, Coach Powell was a HOF coach for OPRF, winning multiple team titles and top 10 national rankings. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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The week of January 3, 2024 on the The Metallica Report… For better or worse, few people know the absolute power pyrotechnics can bring to a performance like our own James Hetfield does. He joins Steffan and Renée to get into the history of pyro within Metallica and the energy it brings to a live show. And, of course, James touches on safety, which…
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Episode 22: James and Robert reflect on 2023 and look ahead to an exciting 2024
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The week of December 27, 2023 on The Metallica Report… With the new year right around the corner, Steffan and Renée check in with James and Robert to reflect on 2023 and look ahead to 2024. Hear James’ perspective on the light and dark sides of 72 Seasons. Find out which songs off the new album have been their favorites to play live so far and whic…
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#473 Trent Hidlay - U23 World Silver & 3x All American for NC State
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Trent Hidlay is a 3x All American for North Carolina State. He’s a U23 World Silver Medalist and one of the pound-for-pound best collegiate wrestlers on the planet. Enjoy!By Wrestling Changed My Life (Wrestling Podcast)
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