On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, join Phoenix and Freemason Ike Baker in a lively discussion of topics including: -Main pursuits and intentions of Freemasonry, a beautiful system of morality veiled in allegory and illustrated by symbols -Freemasons' duty as a modern ark of transmission, brotherhood, and being custodians of the wester…

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, join Phoenix and Warren Kistenbroker on an in-depth scientific discussion of the connections between Alchemy, Biochemistry and Electricity. They delve into topics such as:-Phytochemical constituents in Alchemy, and the iatrochemical reactions-Through Alchemy and Chemistry we can better understand Spag…

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, Phoenix interviews historian, inventor, and researcher Crichton Miller where they discuss fascinating, little known, aspects of the Celtic Cross and other topics including:-Crichton's hypothesis that the Celtic Cross was used in ancient times for advanced maritime navigation, astronomical observation,…

Join us In this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast where Ethnobotanist Ash Ritter and Phoenix discuss topics such as: -The fascinating world of the Amanita muscaria mushroom, its uses, properties, and folklore -Ash's 'Forbidden Fruits' class that delves into symbolic iconic fruits that have been labeled "poisonous" over the centuries -A look at…

Richard chats to Mike Bagby about his life in Barbershop and gets an insight from Gary Steinkamp about experiencing Midtown's Spider-Pig from the judging pit.By Ash Schofield and Richard Reeve

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, Phoenix is joined by Tanjariita Anttila. They discuss many wonderful aspects of Traditional Finnish Medicine including:-Finnish wet saunas & most efficient way to reap the benefits of a sauna session-Liquid Peat, and how to use it medicinally -The fascinating world of using leeches medicinally, or hir…

Join us on this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast with Liev Dalton as he and Phoenix discuss a wide range of topics including:- How toxic terrains of the body are the real cause of disease, and not viruses, bacteria, fungus and parasites-Why we see parasites, then fungi, then bacteria, then archaea in the body, in that order-How we gain a deep…

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, Dr. Carina Lopez discusses fascinating cutting edge homeopathic remedies. She and Phoenix also touch on other topics such as:-Carina's journey from medical school to embracing holistic and vitalist healing-Natural ways to embrace your own beauty-The beautiful and symbolic aspects of homeopathic remedi…

Richard Reeve is let loose in Louisville at the Barbershop Harmony Society's International Convention!By Ash Schofield and Richard Reeve

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, we are joined by Pati Reiss, a holistic health coach, nutrition recovery coach educator, and holistic chef. Pati and Phoenix cover a variety of valuable topics such as: Why some addictions often go under the radar Important things to be aware of regarding certain substances The critical stages of neur…

Prepare to be initiated into the fascinating world of Ancient Egyptian mysteries, telekinesis, and the underlying principles of magic with our extremely fascinating guest and dear friend, Aubrey Bamdad! This episode covers some points including but not limited to: ~Aubrey sharing about her telekinetic abilities and ability to divine as an oracle ~H…

Welcome back everyone, this is Jeff with Giro nation metal. Erik Leviathan is a man who spends much of his waking moments grinding to make the world of music better, by contributing both music and promotion. Erik is a member of self-made records LLC, who is closely ties with Earache records, and he is also a member of Misanthropik Torment, a black/…

Serenity is a symphonic/progressive power metal band from Austria, who just released their 8th full-length album, titled NEMESIS AD, through Napalm Records on November 3rd of this year. Fabio D’amore, Serenity’s bassist and on of the band’s vocalist, joins me today to chat more about the album, introducing a new member to the group, and Fabio’s con…

This Alchemi-Culture Podcast episode features the brilliant Denton Coleman and is one you won't want to miss! In this episode, take a dive deep into the world of the fascial matrix and how body movements literally translate into medicine. As the transmitter of energy and electrical signals into biological information, fascia contributes to a comple…

Texas based melodic death/doom metal band Hinayana will be releasing their sophomore album, Shatter and Fall, through Napalm Records, on November 10th, just three days from the release of this episode. Today, I am joined by Casey Hurd, founding member and vocalist/guitarist of Hinayana as we chat about the new album, musical direction, Casey’s begi…

Canadian thrashers Crimson Caliber are releasing their 3rd EP, Destined for Delusion, on November 3rd, just three days after the release of this episode. Once again, I am joined by my friend Travis Malley, vocalist and guitarist of Crimson Caliber, to chat about upcoming music, a lineup change, themes within lyrics and artwork, the military, and th…

This podcast is a conversation with a unique holistic dentist by the name of Dr. Dirk Jacobsen who offers virtual consultations with clients around the world to give them a 3rd party, holistic opinion about their dental health. This episode covers lost of interesting points about holistic dentistry including: -Safely removing mercury fillings-Westo…

Discarded Self is a solo Canadian blackened sludge/doom band based in Lloydminster, Alberta. Jarret “FuzzGöd” Beach is the mastermind behind Discarded Self, as well as a member of Ashes of Yggdrasil and Destroy my Brains. Today, Jarret joins me to chat about his approach to sludge/doom, some musical techniques and personal experiences, as well as s…

Cirith Ungol is releasing their latest album, Dark Parade, on October 20th, through Metal Blade Records. In traditional Cirith Ungol fashion, they’ve again featured the incredible work of Michael Whelan on their album cover. During this episode, Tim Baker, vocalist of Cirith Ungol joins me to chat about the new album, artwork, literary inspirations…

On this episode of the Alchemi-Culture Podcast, join Phoenix and Logan Keister as they delve into a deep and interesting discussion of cross-disciplinary Herbalism, Spagyria, Paracelsus, herbal bioregional affinity, and Medical Astrology. There are many amazing points of discussion they explore in this podcast, some points worth highlighting are: -…

Jorge Mares of Calgary’s Wych again joins me on the podcast to help kick off Year 3 of GNM and to promote some new music. During this episode, we chat about their latest single titled 666 God, featuring Crucifix of Satanic Tea Co. Wych’s lineup has changed and we discuss how that may change their music moving forward, as well as taking a deeper loo…

Giro Nation Metal kicks off Year 3 with a great guest and a bold new look. During this episode, now permanent vocalist of Nervosa, Prika Amaral joins me to chat about their new album, Jailbreak, which was released on September 29th through Napalm Records. We chat about some of her non-metal influences, social media, and stepping out of one’s comfor…

Episode 104 of Giro Nation is special for two reasons. It signifies the end of Year 2 of the podcast as well as celebrating the release of Initiation, debut album by the alternative gothic metal band Death Dealer Union, through Napalm Records. Today, I am joined by CC McKenna, actor, music producer, and most importantly, drummer of DDU. During this…

Damned and Decayed is the sophomore album released by Canadian death metal band Cryophilic. Based out of Hamilton, Ontario, and formed in 2016, Cryophilic has teamed up with CDN records for not only the release of Damned and Decayed, but the re-release of their first album, Barbarity. During this episode, I am joined by Curt Scythe and Ben Spectre …

Power metal and death metal/deathcore? I really didn’t think that would work. Dragoncorpse proved me wrong. Very wrong. Mardy Leith and Noah Laidlaw of Dragoncorpse join me today to chat about how Lorna Shore inadvertently inspired the formation of the band, a healthy dose of humour, and doing it all for the Dragussy. We cover both Noah and Mardy’s…

Knife just released their 2nd album, Heaven into Dust, on August 25th of this year through Napalm Records. Knife was formed in 2019 and consists of members with decades of musical experience. Continuing the slasher/horror theme, their mascot, the Slasher Dude, makes another appearance in the album art by Timbul Cayhono. During this episode, I am jo…

Garry Brents has taken a unique approach to his music. Not only is he involved with an obscene number of musical projects, he’s also been able to keep up an intense release schedule with his bands Gonemage, Memorrhage, Cara Neir, KSSL, Sallow Moth, and Perfumed Saturnine Angels, to name a few. Today we get to dig a little bit deeper into Gonemage a…

Signs of the Swarm just released their 5th album, Amongst the Low & Empty, on July 28th of this year. Featuring two new members, Signs of the Swarm has somehow been able to display a throwback to their roots while simultaneously pushing themselves. During episode 099, Bobby Crow, drummer and sole remaining original member of Signs of the Swarm, joi…

Spirit Adrift is releasing their 5th full length album titled Ghost at the Gallows, through Century Media records on August 18th, just 3 days from the release of this episode. Nate Garrett formed the band in 2015 as a solo project and has fronted the band since that time. In addition to hosting the Big Riff Energy podcast, Nate and the rest of Spir…

We chat to Sweet Adelines Australia's most recent Champion MD and all around inspiring, Lea BakerBy Ash Schofield and Richard Reeve

Syryn is a Canadian power/thrash metal band from Calgary, Alberta, who is currently working on their 3rd album which will be released in 2024. Vocalist Sloan Voxx and bassist Lyxx Rose join me for episode 097, where we chat about dogs & vox, walking the plank, and mosh pit sword fights. On a more serious note, we talk how Sloan and Lyxx became invo…

Rob, “the Witch”, of Canadian death metal band Necronomicon joins me for episode 096, as we officially conclude the countdown to the Loud as Hell Festival this weekend in Drumheller, Alberta. During this episode, we discuss band member changes, overcoming obstacles during a recent tour, Conan the Barbarian, and backing tracks during live performanc…

Hooker Spit is a death metal band from Red Deer, Alberta, who are releasing their debut album titled “Krötch Splitter” on July 28th, just 3 days after the release of this episode. Vlad Glyegore and Dan White of Hooker Spit join me to continue the Loud as Hell countdown, chat about their music, connecting with fans, rubber ducks, and to give a shout…

Voivod is celebrating 40 years in metal and are dropping Morgöth Tales, their latest full-length album today, Julyl 21st. The new album features 8 re-recorded tracks featuring Voivod’s current lineup, one brand new song, and guest appearances by two former Voivod members – Eric Forrest and Jason Newstead. Long time drummer Michel Langevin joins me …

Eye of Horus is currently working on their newest album, set to be released later this year. Today, they unveil the artwork for the upcoming album, just in time for the Loud as Hell Festival. Hailing from Edmonton, Alberta, Diego Fernandez of death metal band Eye of Horus talks of LAH, scrapping an album, the story behind the tower, engaging with h…

We are less than a month away from Loud as Hell. Ashes of Yggdrasil is a melodic death metal band from Lloydminster, AB, who will be playing the fest on August 4th. During this episode, Rob Hayman, drummer and founding member of Ashes of Yggdrasil, joins me to talk about the band, metal in a small city, working with Andrea Guardino, and upcoming mu…

Join Phoenix Aurelius and his friend/student Cody Smith for a spontaneously recorded lunchtime conversation sparked by a question Cody asked: "what is your opinion on why the West in general has such a dangerous leaning towards one side on the socio-political spectrum?". In this short, yet potent podcast episode you will traverse a landscape of var…

Arrival of Autumn is a metalcore band from Grande Prairie, a small city in Alberta. Hot on the heels of two tours and the release of their 3rd full length album, Kingdome Undone, vocalist Jamison Friesen joins me for episode 092 to chat about Loud as Hell, their album and partnership with Nuclear Blast Records, and an exchange on Twitter. We dive i…

Alex McIntosh and Jess Leduc of Edmonton death metal band Brain Stem join me for this episode, continuing the countdown to the Loud as Hell festival in Drumheller, Alberta from August 3rd to 6th. We chat about LAH, CEMR, and venture into Brain Stem’s new music. We take a closer look at the guys’ personal musical tastes and explore how the band came…

Juliet Ruin was set to play Loud as Hell in 2022, however due to a destructive windstorm, they made the decision to surrender their time slot, which allowed the festival to continue without any further delays. Releasing their latest single, Give me the Crown, on March 31st of this year, Juliet Ruin are again gearing up to play Loud as Hell. Jess Ru…

Necht is a black metal band from Calgary, Alberta, who has already taken the Canadian scene by storm. Seemingly coming from the abyss, they made it all the way to the Wacken Metal Battle Canadian Final. Necht will also be playing the Loud as Hell Festival, and during this episode I was able to chat with the elusive Maharg, vocalist and frontman of …

The Convalescence is joining the Loud as Hell lineup for 2023, playing on Sunday, August 6th, just before the festival headliners, Jungle Rot. During this episode, Keith Wampler, vocalist and founding member, joins me for a chat about LAH, The Convalescence, touring, unique merch ideas, sponsoring a race car, and working with guest vocalists. Keith…

Episode 087 signals the beginning of the countdown to Loud as Hell 2023, which takes place in Drumheller, AB from August 3rd to 6th. To kick off the countdown this year, I wanted to take a different approach by shining the spotlight on one of our local legends, who goes by the name of Sword Guy. Donning his titular swords, he brings an extra level …

Fractal Generator is in the process of making new music, working again with Mark Erskine and releasing through Everlasting Spew Records. During this episode I get the chance to chat with all three members of Fractal Generator about their music, science fiction theme, building a shroud of mystery, the guys’ musical beginnings and an interesting way …

Fall of Earth is a new metal band from Edmonton who are already making waves in the metal scene. During this episode, I get to speak with vocalist, Alex Rye, and guitarist, Brody Bauer. This special episode is in support of Fall of Earth, embarking on their From the Ashes tour, beginning with two shows with Allegaeon. Tonight, they will be playing …

The Sweet Adelines Region 34 convention was on down the road from Richard so he went along and did his thing!By Ash Schofield and Richard Reeve

Denmark’s Chronicle is releasing their 3rd full length album titled “Where Chaos Thrives” on May 19th, 2023. This is just three days from the release of this episode, during which I have the pleasure of speaking with vocalist/guitarist Lars Bo Nepper. We chat about the new album, the impact of COVID on their previous release, some memorable shows, …

Thulcandra is releasing their 5th full length album, Hail the Abyss, on May 19th, 2023, just over a week from the release of this episode. The melodic black/death metal band hails from Germany and was founded by the talented Steffen Kummerer. Steffen is also the founding member of Obscura, another great band that you all need to listen to, if you h…

Will Wright, one of the founding members of UK metal band Past the Fall joins me for episode 083. Will is the vocalist and bassist for the group, and we get to chat about a wide range of topics, from Spotify, new music, and his personal approach to his lyrics, to the impact of music, weapons at metal shows, and how someone close to Will made a last…

Christian Donaldson has made his mark in the world of metal both through his music and prowess as an audio engineer. During episode 082, Christian revisits his intro to metal and audio engineering, his journey with the Montreal Garage Studio, the Grid, Nail the Mix, and of course, Cryptopsy. We chat about his processes, working with clients both lo…