Best Nerding Out On Rock Podcasts (2024)

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Epis 190: The Switch Album; Review Side One 31:14

15h ago31:14

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With INXS refreshed and revitalized post Rock Star INXS, the band entered the Westlake Studios in Los Angeles, California. With a brand new front man, JD Fortune to record and mix their 11th studio release aptly named Switch, further mixing was completed both at MixStar Studios at Virginia Beach, Virginia and Sphere Studios in London, UK. Nearly 8.…

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Episode #8 : What fills us with a sense of wonder? 54:44

4d ago54:44

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Things that make us go ... wow! In this revealing episode the team (quite rightly) start with their wives and then cover such objects of wonder as ... the milky way, Orion, the Northern Lights, Grand Canyon, waves off the Brittany coast, Jerusalem, fresh new bed sheets, the smell of coffee / grass / bread, the moon landing, eclipses, the Lake Distr…

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Ep 256 - Godzilla x Axel F 1:05:40

5d ago1:05:40

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It's a very special episode 256, probably even more special than 250 through 255?! We discussed: Axel F Godzilla x Kong Uhhhhh Thank you all for listening! We're going to SDCC 2024 this year so stay tuned and hit us up for anything YOU want to hear about! Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://www.faceboo…

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Ep 225: A Conversation with Matt and Joe of Set Your Goals (a Mutiny! Retrospective) 1:02:30

5d ago1:02:30

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In episode 225 of the podcast, we’re joined by Matt Wilson (Vocals) and Joe Saucedo (Bass) of Set Your Goals to talk nearly 20 years of their classic album, Mutiny! We dig into their start as a band 20 years ago, their immediate hype in the mid 2000s, signing to Eulogy, and then dig into Mutiny! (Writing of, the theme of the record, touring off the…

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Owning Your Role in a band, Imposter Syndrome, Loss of Connections, “Success,” band reunions and more! 50:22

6d ago50:22

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On this episode, Jimmy and Mike talk about identifying as a career musician, owning your role in a band as a front person, imposter syndrome, relationships from the past dissolving due to growing differently, defining success, fun band reunions and so much more! Get some more helpings of BIMP at http://www.patreon.com/baconismypodcast Find everythi…

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A Quiet Place: Day One, The Beast (2023), and Seconds (1966) Movie Review and Deep Dives 1:27:36

6d ago1:27:36

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From John Krasinski's rockstar directorial debut, A Quiet Place (2018), we had a new kind of horror born- blind aliens with super(alien) human hearing- high level concept, baby! We then had a sequel, and now we are given A Quiet Place: Day One by Michael Sarnoski (The Pig) and starring the always amazing Lupita Nyong'o, Stranger Thing's Joseph Quin…

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Epi 189: INXS Hooks Everywhere! 1:20:28

6d ago1:20:28

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In the latest episode of INXS: Access all Areas, Bee and I get back to musical basics and compare and contrast our individual top 10 sublime INXS hook moments that leap out of the speakers and hit our collective hearts with passion and purpose. What is a hook, I can hear you say? A hook is a musical idea, often a short riff, passage or phrase, that…

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Ep 255 - Guess We'll Find Out 1:07:50

10d ago1:07:50

1:07:50

It's a very special episode 255, probably even more special than 254, 253, 252, 251, and 250?! We discussed: Dating as old married couples I forget I should do the show notes when we finish the episode so that I remember Thank you all for listening! We're going to SDCC 2024 this year so stay tuned and hit us up for anything YOU want to hear about! …

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Capulet Fest 2024: Our Perspective - What Went Wrong and Why We Pulled Out! 1:49:05

11d ago1:49:05

1:49:05

Capulet Fest 2024 is the current talk of the rock music industry this week. Bacon is My Podcast has been talking about how they were going to participate, but decided to withdraw themselves on Thursday evening. To say the festival was a complete disaster is an understatement. On this show, Jimmy and Mike cover their perspective of what happened lea…

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The Always Evolving Artist, Gene Louis from Bullets and Octane! 1:02:09

13d ago1:02:09

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This week, the boys welcome back an old friend to the show, Gene Louis. You may recognize him from the Letter Kills episode as their drummer…But Jimmy and Mike bring him back solo to talk all about his legendary band, Bullets and Octane! They talk all about the evolution of B&O’s sound, ear candy on a record, humble beginnings, tattoos, fun road st…

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Ep 224: The Mailbag Returns! 53:40

12d ago53:40

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In episode 224 of the podcast, we’re back reading questions from you, the listener! What was your first favorite song? Your go to jam at karaoke? The band you wished you had seen live while they were active? We answer these, and much more this week. Thanks to everyone who submitted a question, we truly appreciate it! Podcast Theme performed by Traw…

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Epi 188: Rockstar INXS: The Top 10 Reel Stories. 1:11:19

14d ago1:11:19

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As we put a bow around our three part series on Rock Star INXS, we breakdown the Top Ten Reels from the show that highlighted the strengths and joys of the show that still resonate 19 years after airing. Unlike many reality shows that were steeped in manipulation, occasional humiliation and cheesy contrived antics, Rock Star INXS in 2005 was a brea…

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"What's Your Bacon?" in 7 Questions for Repeat Offenders with Bullets & Octane! 22:23

16d ago22:23

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It’s not your standard, non-standard questionnaire! It’s #whatsyourbacon in 7 Questions but for REPEAT OFFENDERS! Journalistic integrity at its finest brought to you by the boys of Bacon is My Podcast. Jimmy G and Mike get to know every nook and cranny of our show’s guests with specially, hand-crafted questions formulated to find out about all the …

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Ep 254 - Inside Acolyte 57:11

18d ago57:11

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It's a very special episode 254, probably even more special than 253, 252, 251, and 250?! We discussed: The Acolyte Inside Out 2 Brandon's Medical trial where he's probably going to die Thank you all for listening! We're going to SDCC 2024 this year so stay tuned and hit us up for anything YOU want to hear about! Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast…

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Discussion & Drinks: Setting up a new studio, Rap-Rock/Nu-Metal and Sea Cucumber Buttholes! 1:27:27

20d ago1:27:27

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On this episode the boys talk about Jimmy setting up his new home studio, how Mike is not a great teacher, bands like Limp Bizkit, Rage Against the Machine and Chili Peppers… the impact they’ve had and the flack they get and “if it breathes, it has a butthole.” All this and so much more! Get some more helpings of BIMP at http://www.patreon.com/baco…

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Ep 223: A Conversation with Dan and Alan of Four Year Strong 56:35

21d ago56:35

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In episode 223 of the podcast, we’re joined by Alan Day and Dan O’Connor of Four Year Strong. We talk their longevity as a band, their current tour with A Day To Remember and The Story So Far, and then dig into the creation of their new record, ‘analysis paralysis’, out August 9, 2024 on Pure Noise Records. Exciting times for Four Year Strong, and …

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Epi 187: The birth of Pretty Vegas. 49:38

21d ago49:38

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As we welcome Bee back from her European travel escapades, INXS: Access all Areas roars back with a vengeance as we continue the Rock Star INXS theme with a forensic deep dive into the birth of the Billboard Charting hit Pretty Vegas. Commencing as a contestant activity, Andrew Farriss and Dave Navarro commissioned two teams to go away and write me…

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The Simulation Theory in Cinema: 'World on a Wire' and 'The Matrix' 1:09:10

23d ago1:09:10

1:09:10

What if I told you that a movie came out in Germany in 1973 is still the greatest depiction of the Simulation Theory, and not only does it surpass The Matrix (1999), but gave birth to it? Let us introduce you to Rainer Werner Fassbinder's World on a Wire (Welt am Draht). The Criterion Collection twitter / X handle recommended me 'World on a Wire' b…

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Being an all encompassing artist and nerding out with Laura Pieri! 1:20:38

25d ago1:20:38

1:20:38

This episode of BIMP, Jimmy and Mike welcome the incredibly talented Laura Pieri. They talk all about her new EP “Frankie” as well as everything that went into her videos and brand new short film, “Frankie” out now! They also hit a nerve and talk all about fantasy movies, different animation styles and so much more! Check out Laura’s new EP "Franki…

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"What's Your Bacon?" in 7 Questions with Laura Pieri! 17:21

27d ago17:21

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It’s not your standard questionnaire! It’s #whatsyourbacon in 7 Questions! Journalistic integrity at its finest brought to you by the boys of Bacon is My Podcast. Jimmy G and Mike get to know every nook and cranny of our show’s guests with specially, hand-crafted questions formulated to find out about all the warm and gooey goodness of your favorit…

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Ep 222: 20 Years of Jimmy Eat World - Futures 59:38

28d ago59:38

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In episode 222 of the podcast, the three of us discuss a record ingrained in the fabric of Podioslave - Jimmy Eat World’s ‘Futures’. We dig into our early memories of both the record and the band, chat about some of our favorite things surrounding it, and then do a track by track breakdown of this pop/emo classic. Jimmy Eat World are one of, and co…

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'In a Violent Nature,' 'Stopmotion,' and 'Alien' (1979) Movie Reviews and Deep Dive 1:28:07

1M ago1:28:07

1:28:07

The slasher genre has a new entry, but this time it is from the perspective of the killer! In a Violent Nature is directed by Chris Nash and s tarring Ry Barret, Andrea Pavlovic, and Cameron Love, we are dropped into the beautiful forests of Canada and over the shoulder of Johnny, our brutal and vengeful spirit turned brutal slasher! A wonderful ho…

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Ep 253 - No Values, Yes Sunscreen 58:12

1M ago58:12

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It's a very special episode 253, probably even more special than 252, 251, and 250?! We discussed: No Values tour Drug Trials Brandon played Lorcana, or something Special wonderful thanks to Astrid for their patreon donation! Thank you for supporting us, sincerely! Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://w…

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The Man Behind the Magic, Estevan Vega from Capulet Entertainment and Founder of Capulet Fest! 56:13

1M ago56:13

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This episode of Bacon is my Podcast, the boys welcome the man behind Capulet Fest in CT and head of Capulet Entertainment, Estevan Vega! They talk all about the intricacies of running and growing this popular summer rock festival, recognizing his passion for music, the line between music fan and promoter, how he uses band lyrics in stories as an au…

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Ep 221: A Conversation with Jay Maas (Love Letter, Producer, Defeater) 1:03:05

1M ago1:03:05

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In episode 221 of the podcast, we’re joined by Jay Maas, guitarist of Love Letter, as well as founding member of Defeater, and prolific music producer. We dig into the new Love Letter LP, ‘Everyone Wants Something Beautiful’, out June 28, 2024 on Iodine Recordings. Jay gives us the details of how the project came to be, the writing of the record, a…

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"What's Your Bacon?" in 7 Questions with Estevan Vega from Capulet Entertainment (Capulet Fest)! 23:04

1M ago23:04

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It’s not your standard questionnaire! It’s #whatsyourbacon in 7 Questions! Journalistic integrity at its finest brought to you by the boys of Bacon is My Podcast. Jimmy G and Mike get to know every nook and cranny of our show’s guests with specially, hand-crafted questions formulated to find out about all the warm and gooey goodness of your favorit…

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Dawn of the Dead (2004), Chinatown - Movie Review and Deep Dive 1:45:31

1M ago1:45:31

1:45:31

George Miller's installment after the infamous Mad Max Fury Road, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga spoiler free movie review! We dive deep, keep it spoiler free, but have a blast talking about mythologizing of the story of Mad Max, the apocalypse, and the unending desert road trip accompanied by the incredible Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke, an…

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Episode #7: A look at jargon in the Church and the wider World, including blasphemy and swearing 51:01

1M ago51:01

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What is jargon? Is it useful? When is it a pain? Looking at origins and usages. What about Church jargon? Does it do more to hinder? Can Christians use the 'F' word? Also looking at deconstructionalism and the language of progressive Christianity.By Steve and the Davids

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Ep 252 - Idea Men 57:25

1M ago57:25

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It's a very special episode 252, probably even more special than 251 and 250?! We discussed: The Jim Henson documentary The Beach Boys documentary LORCANA MINUTES Brandon makes vodka Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/apatheticenthusiasmshow/ Email - apatheticenthusiasmshow@gmail.com …

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Check out Bootie's w/ Gracie Canaan 1:07:34

1M ago1:07:34

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Comedian and film maker Gracie Canaan joins Rock Bottom Podcast follow her on IG @savegraciecanaanBy ray devito

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Ep 220: A Conversation with JT Woodruff of Hawthorne Heights 1:13:29

1M ago1:13:29

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In episode 220 of the podcast, we’re joined by JT Woodruff, front person of Hawthorne Heights. We dig into 20 years of ‘The Silence in Black and White’, the band embarking on a massive tour later this month dubbed ‘20 Years of Tears’, the ‘…Is For Lovers’ festival dates, and much, much more. JT gives us an all time story about how their now classic…

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Discussion & Drinks: Dumb Flags Hanging Off Pickup Trucks That Don't Use Blinkers, Taco Bell and Dad Jokes... 1:02:25

1M ago1:02:25

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This episode of Discussion and Drinks, Jimmy and Mike finally touch the subject of politics, dumb flags hanging off pickup trucks that don’t use blinkers, Mike’s new $1 Dad Joke Book, post-sex Taco Bell, how our bands are preparing for our show on June 21 and more! Get some more helpings of BIMP at http://www.patreon.com/baconismypodcast Find every…

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Ep 251 - Nerds Love Convening 1:03:20

2M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

It's a very special 251, maybe even more special than 250, maybe! We discussed: Travis beating low-level Lorcana players Brandon infusing things to get drunk Other hobbies? Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/apatheticenthusiasmshow/ Email - apatheticenthusiasmshow@gmail.com Instagram …

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Ep 219: 30 Years of Soundgarden - Superunknown 49:42

2M ago49:42

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In episode 219 of the podcast, the three of us tackle Soundgarden’s 1994 release, ‘Superunknown’. We dig into our early memories of the record/band, essential tracks, the multiple styles utilized by the band throughout the album, and its lasting legacy. A seminal grunge record, this episode was a fun one! Podcast Theme performed by Trawl. Check the…

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Discussion & Drinks: NOLA Recap, Exciting Events and Off The Turnpike? 1:03:13

2M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

This episode of Discussion & Drinks, Jimmy and Mike discuss their trip to New Orleans, LA, they also discuss some exciting things ahead for BIMP including working one of our favorite events of the year, Capulet Fest and then talk about their upcoming show on June 21, like how Something Heavy will be a 2-piece band, placement on a bill, closing a sh…

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Ep 250 - 250 Episodes?! 43:54

2M ago43:54

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Whoa! 250 episodes!? We certainly celebrate it this week! We discussed: Chat GPT tells us we suck Brandon remembers the sound effects The end of the episode doesn't come quick enough Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/apatheticenthusiasmshow/ Email - apatheticenthusiasmshow@gmail.com …

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Mighty Python w/ Tookie 1:49:07

2M ago1:49:07

1:49:07

Hanging out, bunch of Dabbleverse talks w/ Tookie aka Be Dabbler @bedabbler on social follow Ray on ig @ray.devito and twitter @raydevitoBy Ray Devito

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Episode #6: A hands-on view of antisemitism and how Jew hatred is a red flag warning to our culture 58:19

2M ago58:19

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Speaking with some expertise in this subject the team ask the following questions: Are Jews a litmus test for our culture? Can we blame the Jews for everything? How did Hamas rekindle antisemitism and why was the reaction from the World so frightening? Why did everything change on October 7th? What is the root of antisemitism and why have Christian…

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Ep 218: A Conversation with Danny and Jeremy of HEAVYHEX 1:13:21

2M ago1:13:21

1:13:21

In episode 218 of the podcast, we’re joined by Danny (guitar) and Jeremy (guitar) of HEAVYHEX. We dig into the band’s come up, what it’s like being a band from Long Island, NY, signing to Bridge Nine Records, and their excellent new debut full length, ‘True To You’, out everywhere now. Another awesome convo with a band we really think you’ll dig! C…

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The Boys Are Trying to Get Healthier and Find Out Why Breakfast is So Important 1:23:44

2M ago1:23:44

1:23:44

On this episode of Discussion and Drinks, Jimmy and Mike talk all about trying to better their health habits……while day-drinking. From smoothies to AAA facilitated gym memberships to grocery shopping and everything in between. They also dive into not being breakfast people and Jimmy’s cautionary tale about why breakfast is VERY important. It’s a st…

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David Lynch's 'Lost Highway' Deep Dive and Movie Review - Kant Philosophy and Do We Truly Know Ourselves? 52:55

2M ago52:55

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David Lynch, ever heard of him!? Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, Mulholland Drive, Lost Highway, and so much more! Every single surrealist work of his leaves his audience grasping for answers. From the mysteries of Twin Peaks, to the surreality (my invented word) of Lost Highway (1997), and all of his other works. Can we trust our own perspective? Can we …

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Epi186: Welcome to Rockstar INXS 45:01

2M ago45:01

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Get Ready for... Episode 186: Welcome to Rockstar INXS In December 2004 INXS announced the bold move to enter the “Reality TV” world with the global media release of Rockstar INXS. A talent identification based competition filmed and released via CBS, VH1 and affiliates aiming to find INXS’ new lead singer. In this episode, we discuss the backdrop …

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Arms Can't Kick w/ Joey C 1:45:36

2M ago1:45:36

1:45:36

Tampa's Joey C joins and goes after everyone who hates him in the dabbleverse. twitter @raydevito ig @ray.devitoBy Ray Devito

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AE 249 - Brandon's New Hat 54:18

2M ago54:18

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Travis is still in crappier than Brandon's Internet Land and we talk about Brandon's hat briefly, I think We discussed: Brandon's Hat, at some point in the episode Travis' lack of hat Travis watching things in his lonely hotel room This also means the internet isn't great, thanks to hotel living! Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @B…

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DMV's Musical Scene and Culture with HUE! 1:12:09

2M ago1:12:09

1:12:09

This episode of BIMP, Jimmy and Mike welcome the amazing DMV (Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia) based trio known as HUE to the show. On the heels of releasing their debut single, “Home” the guys talk all about their genre-bending sound, how to get that sound right and make it sound different at the same time. They also teach Jimmy and Mike about D…

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Ep 217: A Conversation with Marty and Toby of Sparks The Rescue 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

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In episode 217 of the podcast, we’re joined by Marty (vocals) and Toby (guitar) of Sparks The Rescue. We talk about the band reuniting for live shows in 2021 and beyond, as well as their recently released new songs ‘Bath Skate Park’ and ‘Collarbone’. We also recap their recent shows at Sun Tiki Studios in Portland, ME, which was a throwback weekend…

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Episode #5: Dealing with charlatans in the Church. Should we be getting angry? 58:27

2M ago58:27

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Examining the sordid underbelly of some dodgy Church practices and charlatans! Why is spiritual abuse so prevalent? Shouldn't Church be above this sort of thing? How do they get away with it? How do we see signs of spiritual abuse? With special mention of Mike Pilavachi, Ravi Zacharias, Benny Hinn, Todd Bentley, Jesus Army and Hillsong. An episode …

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"What's Your Bacon?" in 7 Questions with HUE! 30:35

2M ago30:35

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It’s not your standard questionnaire! It’s #whatsyourbacon in 7 Questions! Journalistic integrity at its finest brought to you by the boys of Bacon is My Podcast. Jimmy G and Mike get to know every nook and cranny of our show’s guests with specially, hand-crafted questions formulated to find out about all the warm and gooey goodness of your favorit…

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Epi 185: “When Two Podcast Worlds Collide: Jon Lamoreaux from The Hustle" 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

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Releasing this episode on our 4th Anniversary; we are beyond excited to have a special and featured guest on today’s episode of INXS: Access all Areas. Jon Lamoreaux from The Hustle Podcast, based in Denver Colorado has created over 470 episodes of fantastic music deep dive content over the last 9 years to critical acclaim. The original driving ins…

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Ep 248 - AE On the Road Again 37:16

2M ago37:16

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We do the seasonal "guess we'll travel somewhere" podcast! We discussed: Los ANgeles things? Conan things? Rice Krispy treats? Oh, Pop Tarts Other things This also means the internet isn't great, thanks to hotel living! Social Media Twitter - @apathusiast, @jugglemeno, @BarnyardCruz Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/apatheticenthusiasmshow/ Email…

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