Best Thayer Media Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 295 "The Midnight Special" 1:22:42

41m ago1:22:42

1:22:42

This week Tom Zeus review the legendary 1975 appearance by KISS on the T.V. show The Midnight Special. The Midnight Special was a late night musical variety show that ran on NBC from 1973 to 1981 after the Tonight Show on Friday nights, starting at 1:00 AM. KISS recorded four songs on April 1, 1975 just after they released Dressed To Kill. They per…

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Molly McNearney Disobeys Bridger 1:17:32

4d ago1:17:32

1:17:32

Bridger doesn't blow a gasket when Molly McNearney (Jimmy Kimmel Live!) decides to dump an unwelcome gift on him. The two discuss doing background checks of Etsy sellers, learning about death, and the perfect birthday gift for any child. LIVE at The Bell House in Brooklyn 10/13! Livestream tickets: https://veeps.events/isaidnogifts Don't forget to …

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Album Review Crew Episode 57 "W.A.S.P Debut Album" 2:40:10

13m ago2:40:10

2:40:10

On the 57th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest, lead guitarist and songwriter from the band Restrayned, Tony Musallam review the 1984 self titled debut album from W.A.S.P.. W.A.S.P's debut album came two years after the band was formed. The Los Angeles based band was founded by lead singer, songwrit…

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A Year Of War In Gaza (w/ Norman Solomon) 50:06

2h ago50:06

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Norman Solomon, co-founder of RootsAction.org, returns to the "Unauthorized Disclosure" podcast to talk about the afterword for his book "War Made Invisible: How America Hides The Human Toll Of Its Military Machine," which is now available in paperback. The book is a follow-up to his 2005 book "War Made Easy: How Presidents And Pundits Keep Spinnin…

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Episode 294 "The Lost 1978 Album" 1:19:33

31m ago1:19:33

1:19:33

This week Tom & Zeus re-examine the KISS 1978 solo albums on the anniversary of their releases and create a "Lost 1978 Album" between the 4 solo albums. September 18 is a special day for the KISS Army with so many KISS album releases and events, hello KISS unmasking on MTV. The boys focus on the 1978 solo albums released on September 18, 1978. They…

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Sam Taggart Disobeys Bridger 1:19:30

11d ago1:19:30

1:19:30

Bridger doesn't spin out of control when Sam Taggart (Straightio Lab, After Midnight) decides to show up with an unwanted gift. The two discuss leading lives of integrity, murder discounts, and celebrity phone numbers. LIVE at The Bell House in Brooklyn 10/13! In-person tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-said-no-gifts-live-tickets-991414115307…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode Episode 75 "Pearl Jam Live At Fenway Park 9/15/2024" 34:35

1h ago34:35

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On the 75th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review Pearl Jam at Fenway Park on September 15, 2024. Tom & Zeus are both long time fans of Pearl Jam, all the way back to their college days at Stonehill College in the 1990's. The boys got to see Pearl Jam at Fenway Park on their Dark Matter tour. The guys discuss the setlist and the pe…

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Building Movement Media Power (w/ Lara Witt & Maya Schenwar) 57:11

1h ago57:11

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The Movement Media Alliance is a newly-formed "coalition of grassroots-aligned social justice-driven journalism organizations." Each organization in the coalition is committed to growing support for "accurate, transparent, accountable, principled, and just media." Joining the "Unauthorized Disclosure" podcast to discuss the Movement Media Alliance …

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Episode 293 "Animalize Tour" 1:25:30

12m ago1:25:30

1:25:30

This week Tom & Zeus review the 1984-1985 Animalize tour which was in support of their 12th studio album, Animalize. This is SIOL's 9th KISS tour reviewed. This tour followed the Lick It Up tour, which was their first non-makeup tour. Animalize was released on September 17, 1984 and the tour began on September 30, 1984 in England. This was a time w…

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Reggie Watts Disobeys Bridger 1:13:51

18d ago1:13:51

1:13:51

Bridger's blood doesn't come close to boiling when Reggie Watts (The Late Late Show, Comedy Bang! Bang!) blindsides him with a gift. The two discuss colonoscopies, high school reunions, and bogs. LIVE at The Bell House in Brooklyn 10/13! In-person tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-said-no-gifts-live-tickets-991414115307 Livestream tickets: ht…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 74 "James Earl Jones" 16:42

14d ago16:42

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On 74th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys remember the late great James Earl Jones who passed away on September 9, 2024. James Earl Jones was a legendary actor who was loved by all. His legendary voice and acting skills was perfect for his characters, Darth Vader from Star Wars, Mufasa from The Lion King, King Jaffe Joffer from Comin…

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Episode 292 "Creatures Of The Night 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Disc 3" 1:24:43

6d ago1:24:43

1:24:43

This week Tom & Zeus break down the Creatures Of The Night 40th Anniversary Super Deluxe Box Set Disc 3, "Demos, Rarities, Outtakes." The KISS album Creatures Of The Night was released in 1982 and although not a success upon its release, has become a classic KISS album and worthy of the Super Deluxe Box Treatment. The second KISS album getting such…

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Jim O'Heir Disobeys Bridger 1:30:16

25d ago1:30:16

1:30:16

Bridger is neither frustrated nor annoyed even after Jim O'Heir (Parks and Recreation) brazenly arrives with a gift. The two discuss diet soda, the right clothing for exercise, and troubling phone calls. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Em…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 73 "Who Are The Big 4 Of Hair Metal?" - Ultimate Classic Rock 27:56

9d ago27:56

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On the 73rd episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys review an article from Ultimate Classic Rock, "Who Are The Big 4 Of Hair Metal?" This Ultimate Classic Rock article identifies 4 bands as the "Big 4" of hair metal. The guys discuss this list and breakdown the qualifications of each. They then discuss other bands that could or should be on…

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How US Labor Unions Partnered With The CIA To Undermine Workers (w/ Jeff Schuhrke) 53:34

12d ago53:34

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Host Kevin Gosztola interviews Jeff Schuhrke, labor historian, journalist, union activist, and author of Blue Collar Empire: The Untold Story Of US Labor's Global Anticommunist Crusade. Renewed "great power" rivalries threaten billions of lives, along with a host of planetary crises. Within that context, Schuhrke provides an overview of labor histo…

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Episode 291 "KISS Fatigued Songs" 1:13:34

13d ago1:13:34

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This week Tom & Zeus discuss the KISS songs that have become fatigued and they each give their Top 10 KISS fatigued songs. The guys love KISS and obviously their songs. However, some songs have over time become fatigued. Either they have appeared way too many time on compilation albums or have been on repeat in their setlist, especially the End Of …

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EJ Marcus Disobeys Bridger 1:19:06

1M ago1:19:06

1:19:06

Bridger generously looks the other way when comedian EJ Marcus shovels a gift on him. The two discuss Bachelor Nation, snake bites, and USB ports. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Emails! Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor…

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Album Review Crew Episode 56 "Foot Loose & Fancy Free" 2:39:38

16d ago2:39:38

2:39:38

On the 56th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest, author James Campion, review the 1977 legendary album by Rod Stewart, "Foot Loose & Fancy Free." "Foot Loose & Fancy Free" was Rod Stewart's eighth studio album. It continued Rod's 70's solo artist success. Rod's legendary vocals were in prime conditio…

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Episode 290 "Raise Your Glasses - The Book!" 1:50:26

26d ago1:50:26

1:50:26

This week Tom & Zeus welcome back SIOL Hall Of Famer, drummer and the co-author, Joey Cassata to discuss their soon to be released exciting new KISS book, "Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years Of KISS Songs By Celebrities, Musicians & Fans." On August 26, 2024 Shout It Out Loudcast along with Joey Cassata are releasing their highly anticip…

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Vagabon Disobeys Bridger 1:23:54

1M ago1:23:54

1:23:54

Bridger doesn't come undone even as musician Vagabon arrives with a gift. The two discuss earthquake safety, eating paper, and erotic coupons. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Emails! Support this podcast by shopping our latest sponsor dea…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 72 "Greg Kihn & Jack Russell" 22:21

23d ago22:21

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On the 72nd Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, the guys discuss the recent passing of both Greg Kihn and Great White's Jack Russell. The music world lost two rock stars from the MTV era. Greg Kihn from The Greg Kihn Band, which was all over MTV in the early 1980's with the legendary video for the single "Jeopardy" and Jack Russell the great le…

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Protesting The DNC In Chicago (w/ Andy Thayer) 46:30

1M ago46:30

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Kevin Gosztola interviews Andy Thayer, a longtime grassroots activist and organizer in Chicago. He is part of a coalition called Bodies Outside of Unjust Laws that obtained a permit for the first protest that will take place on Sunday in opposition to the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Andy discusses the formation of Bodies Outside of Unjust …

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Episode 289 "Paul Stanley Choruses" 1:35:11

27d ago1:35:11

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This week Tom & Zeus breakdown the legendary Paul Stanley choruses and then they each list their Top 10 Paul Stanley chorus KISS song. Paul Stanley writes some of the catchiest and most melodic choruses and pre-choruses in Rock 'n Roll. It's undeniable, just ask Desmond Child. As Zeus always says, if he had one person that had to write a melodic ch…

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Maria Thayer Disobeys Bridger 1:24:32

2M ago1:24:32

1:24:32

Bridger narrowly avoids an emotional crisis when Maria Thayer (Strangers with Candy) storms in with a gift. The two discuss stolen firearms, FaceTiming without notice, and seeds. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Emails! Support this podcas…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 71 "Robert DeNiro" 32:23

1M ago32:23

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On the 71st Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys discuss and rank their favorite Robert DeNiro movie roles. Robert DeNiro is considered one of the greatest actors of all time. His incredible acting range has led him to numerous acting awards and acclaim. He is definitely one of Tom & Zeus' favorite actors. The guys discuss DeNiro and the…

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Episode 288 "Rock The Nation Live!" 1:23:16

2M ago1:23:16

1:23:16

This week Tom & Zeus review the 2005 KISS DVD, "Rock The Nation Live!" KISS' "Rock The Nation Live" DVD came out in 2005 and was a live concert video of two KISS concerts, one in Washington D.C. & the other in Virginia Beach performed on July 24 and July 25, respectively from the Rock The Nation tour. The DVD featured 20 songs and some bonus featur…

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Rachel Bloom Disobeys Bridger 1:02:01

2M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

Bridger hardly makes a peep when Rachel Bloom (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Death Let Me Do My Show) rudely shows up with a gift that nobody asked for. The two discuss the Kentucky Creation Museum, mental spirals, and dog cloning. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Quest…

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Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus Episode 70 "3 Incredible Concerts, 3 Reviews - Metallica, Def Leppard, Journey & More! 31:05

1M ago31:05

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On the 70th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus, Tom reviews the three incredible concerts he recently saw, Metallica, Def Leppard, Journey & More. Tom recently saw Metallica perform at Gillette Stadium on Friday and Sunday this past week. Opening for them were Pantera, Mammoth WVH on one night and the other night saw Ice Nine Kills and Five Fin…

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Election Denial In Venezuela: US-Backed Opposition Rejects Maduro Win (w/ Cira Pascual Marquina) 56:44

2M ago56:44

56:44

On July 29, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was re-elected president in a democratic election. The United States government, however, immediately declined to recognize the result and then came out days later with a statement that erroneously claimed Edmundo González, the opposition candidate, had won. González is now effectively the country's n…

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Episode 287 "The Demon Songs" 1:24:41

1M ago1:24:41

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This week Tom & Zeus discuss discuss what is a "Demon" song and then list their Top 10 "Demon" songs. We all know that Gene Simmons is the Demon. However, certain KISS songs are identified specifically as Gene "Demon" songs. What are those songs? What are the characteristics of a "Demon" song? The guys discuss this and more. They then each give the…

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Mano Agapion Disobeys Bridger 1:31:47

2M ago1:31:47

1:31:47

Bridger is totally laid back despite Mano Agapion (Drag Her) breezing in with an unwanted gift. The two discuss bickering, audience Q&As, and the amount of calories in Spindrift. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No Emails! Support this podcas…

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Album Review Crew Episode 55 "Metallica 'The Black Album'" 2:22:18

1M ago2:22:18

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On the 55th Episode of the Album Review Crew of Shout It Out Loudcast, Tom, Zeus & special guest, comedian and podcaster Don Jamieson, review the 1991 legendary album by Metallica, the self-titled album known as the "Black Album." The "Black Album" was Metallica's fifth studio album. It propelled Metallica from a small, but dedicated fan base to su…

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Victory For Prison Phone Justice: FCC Caps Prison Phone Call Rates (w/ Wanda Bertram) 38:55

2M ago38:55

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The movement for fair and equitable policies in United States jails and prisons notched a major victory a little more than a week ago: prison and jail calling rates were cut dramatically by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Joining the "Unauthorized Disclosure" podcast to discuss this victory is Wanda Bertram, a communications strategist…

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Episode 286 "Lick It Up" 2:18:37

2M ago2:18:37

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This week Tom & Zeus review the 1983 pivotal album, "Lick It Up" This was KISS' 11th studio album and the 23rd KISS studio album reviewed by SIOL. Lick It Up was the first studio album from KISS without the makeup. Before the release, the band was on MTV and unmasked with MTV VJ the late great J.J. Jackson and premiered the video for Lick It Up. Th…

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Two US Air Force Members Speak Out Against the War On Gaza 48:56

2M ago48:56

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On this week's edition of the "Unauthorized Disclosure" podcast, host Kevin Gosztola talks with Juan Betancourt and Larry Hebert, who are both United States Air Force members who applied to become "conscientious objectors." Juan and Larry were moved to apply for "conscientious objector" status when they observed the Israeli military's genocidal vio…

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Jordan Morris Disobeys Bridger 1:12:16

2M ago1:12:16

1:12:16

Bridger sees nothing wrong with Jordan Morris (Jordan, Jesse, GO!, Youth Group) rudely arriving with a gift. The two discuss summoning evil, grocery store horoscopes, and the Mariah Carey cookie experience. Don't forget to review the podcast, it's the least you can do. Follow the show on Instagram I Said No Gifts! Merch Send a Question to I Said No…

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