Best Alarma Podcasts (2026)

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Living in Spain - The Great Spanish Plumbing Mystery - Expat Life 11:21

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A wry, true-to-life look at Spanish plumbing quirks every expat eventually encounters — mysterious drain smells, missing U-bends, and bathrooms with opinions. From central traps and sewer "breathing" to rain-induced gurgling chaos, this episode explores why Spanish drains work differently. Packed with humour, cultural insight, and lived expat exper…

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Spain Needs 2.4 Million Migrants - Living in Spain - Expat Life in Andalusia 12:18

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In this episode of Spanish Practices - As we start 2026 Spain faces a demographic crunch. A 2025 forecast says the country needs 2.4 million foreign workers by 2035 to sustain its pension system — just as millions apply for Spanish citizenship under the Grandchildren's Law.By John Metson

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Living in Spain - The Grapes of Wrath - ExPat life in Andalusia 13:57

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In this episode of Living in Spain, I talk about the choking hazard that is a Spanish Tradition at New Year, drawing on real experiences of expat life in Andalusia after moving from the UK to Spain. We cover: How a Spanish New Year is celebrated, and why twelve grapes play an important part. The cultural differences between New Year in Spain and th…

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Three Ghosts for Christmas – a true story (mostly). Or what I said to J K Rowling and Jeff Bezos (probably) 36:34

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In this episode at least two reasons among many why we left our leafy Essex town and beautiful four bedroomed bay-fronted Edwardian House and ran off to sunny Spain. So to the ghosts two arrive from my past. One is a, to be, famous children's author to whom I was spectacularly rude, after which I threw away the first edition of her book about a boy…

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123 Yo Ho Ho 1:32:09

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Trust me, this is important: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rap_metalBy Clifton Stuckey

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The Pooping Nativity Scene 16:01

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By John Metson

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The Great V16 Beacon Controversy 10:05

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Is the new and mandatory in Spain from the start of 2026, Beacon a Beacon of safety or a silly dim flashing light that tracks your car to the Government? Yes its the controversial V16 Beacon that we have all had to buy, or rather try to buy, amongst the Temu rip offs that aren't a certified beacon. Is it a major step forward in road safety.. Let's …

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Christmas Spain v Britain 16:42

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In this episode I am talking about Christmas. I'm going to look at British Christmas versus Spanish Christmas, and then zoom out to see where Spain quietly shares traditions with the rest of the world… often in surprising ways. So pop the kettle on, pour a glass of Spanish sherry — depending on which country you emotionally identify with today — an…

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Where does the smart money get invested in Spain? 9:51

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In this short episode a clear, realistic, non-salesy view of where the smart money is going in Spain in 2025–2030—and whether property is still the best bet. I am not a Financial Expert, do not take this episode as any kind of financial advice. I have collated together trends and data from financial institutions, banks and financial companies.…

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Living in Spain - Should YOU Invest in Spain - the Fastest Growing Country in the EU, Expat Life in Andalusia 15:14

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Spain's GDP grew by 3.5% in 2024 and is forecasted to grow by 2.9% in 2025. The growth is being driven by strong domestic demand, particularly household consumption and investment, which is outpacing the euro area. Is this the time to invest in Spain?By John Metson

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Things that bite and sting and might kill you in Spain, from Snakes to Spiders and beyond 20:48

2M ago20:48

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From Mosiquitos to spiders and snakes, there is something lurking or flying around here in Spain that has you on their lunch menu. How to cope with those tiny assassins and avoid being bitten or worse is what this episode is all about. This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy…

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Mind Your Language: The Story Behind Spanish Swear Words 15:57

2M ago15:57

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If you've ever stubbed your toe in Spain, you'll know that the locals don't just swear — they stage a one-man opera of profanity. Spanish swearing is a glorious symphony of blasphemy, body parts, and creative bowel movements. There are a lot of rude words in the episode so please, if you are easily offended, scroll on to the next episode.…

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Franco was a good guy! - The return of the dark days 21:33

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Franco was responsible for the "Spanish Miracle," in a recent survey 21 % of Spaniards said that the years of Francisco Franco's rule - 1939 to 1975 were "good" or "very good." Is Spain yearning to return to a time when one person possesses absolute power here in this country? Real Life - Real SpainBy John Metson

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122 Carman - No Monsters 1:19:30

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Another Halloween Carman-spook-tacular is upon us! Donavon of Jesus Stole Our Movies joins us to discuss the No Monsters music videoBy Clifton Stuckey

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Gitanos, Tramps and Thieves - can you live on a budget, below the wire in Spain? 16:53

3M ago16:53

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What kind and how many people are living under the wire, classed as "irregular" without paperwork living here in Spain. How does Spain treat the nomads, the minorities and the people who come here without any money or housing? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex fo…

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The Day The Lights Went Out - The Shocking Truth about the National Spanish Power Cut 12:05

3M ago12:05

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It was April the 28th and suddenly the lights went out, the fridge and freezer went silent and what followed was eight hours of chaos as a historic Blackout Cripples Spain and Portugal. BUT What is the shocking truth behind a power cut, it was Europe's Worst Blackout in 20 Years and plunged Barcelona, Lisbon, Madrid, Porto and Seville into darkness…

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Mind Your Language - Do You Really Need to Speak Spanish in Spain? 18:27

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Do you really need to speak Spanish in Spain? Can you get by with a few words, Google Translate and waving your hands around. And which company was voted worst Company of the Year in Spain in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2016? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Ess…

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121 Silage - Watusi 1:31:38

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Jay and Clifton wonder whether Silage’s Watusi is a ska album, rap-rock album, or even just an elaborate youth group prank.By Clifton Stuckey

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100 not out - Live Long and Prosper in Spain 15:22

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Many move to Spain chasing a healthier, freer life under the sun—but does it really happen? What are the true keys to living longer, better here? Also my glorious failure as a radio producer—paired with the legendary Pete Murray, who somehow survived my on-air blunders (though only just!)By John Metson

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120 Petra - No Doubt 1:25:44

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Jay and Clifton battle fatigue, confusion, and surprisingly funky bass lines as they revisit Petra’s 14th studio album, No Doubt.By Clifton Stuckey

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Booze, Fags and sacking Grand Tour's Richard Hamilton 21:05

4M ago21:05

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Forget about the culture and language skills - are Cheap Booze and Fags the biggest danger to your succcessful new life in Spain? And, I sacked Top Gear and The Grand Tours Richard Hamilton for not knowing enough about cars, was I right or wrong to do so? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Vict…

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Don't Drink The Water! - and the true story of a grisly death. 20:02

4M ago20:02

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Is it safe to drink the water in Spain? And the horrific story of a suicide that happened right under our noses. (Contains material that some listeners might find disturbing) This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was on…

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Puppy Dog Pails - Why has Spain a reputation for animal cruelty? 22:08

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Why does Spain have a reputation for casual animal cruelty? WARNING This Episode has depictions of animal cruelty from the start. This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Producer in London, not a great on…

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Telly Addicts - How do I watch British TV in Spain? 21:17

4M ago21:17

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How do you watch British TV in Spain? And the reality of living in a foreign country, leaving our friends and family behind, have we made a big mistake? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Producer in…

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119 Puller - Roadside Monument Split EP 1:24:40

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tk_xuO48oAI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GI7LO5vONRs&t=1505s&ab_channel=slint https://tenkillermusic.com/pages/meet-the-band https://calmcollapse.bandcamp.com/album/mirrored-nature https://calmcollapse.bandcamp.com/album/mirrored-natureBy Clifton Stuckey

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118 Noggin Toboggan - Snapcase 1:45:57

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Jay and Clifton get swept off in a sugar-crashing rush by Noggin Toboggan’s Snapcase, a record that asks: what if MXPX had no oversight except a youth pastor?Also check out our appearance on the Jesus Stole Our Movies podcast, with former guests Donovan and Zac, where we discuss The Last Temptation of Christ!…

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Strawberry fair? Moving to Spain ..our biggest mistake? 14:04

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What happens when you wake up on your first morning living in Spain and you realise you might just have made the biggest mistake of your life? What's it like to live just a few kilometres from the Mar de Plástico and how do they grow those delicious strawberries so cheaply? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swappin…

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Real Spanish Men Don't Mop! 15:27

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Is Spain's reputation for "machista" - sexist or chauvinist men deeply rooted in its historical, cultural, and political past? Is modern Spain ever going to be able to tame the Matadors and their macho ways? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a …

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117 This Train - You're Soaking In It 1:14:21

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Jay and Clifton get lured in by a punky Amy Grant cover, only to wake up in a double wide with pink flamingos, Mr. Rogers, and some surprisingly solid songwriting.By Clifton Stuckey

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They Stole My Spanish Home - Squatters Rights in Spain 14:28

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The famous Okupas of Spain - squatters with more rights than the owner of the property they have illegally entered. But are the days of the Okupas numbered? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Produce…

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Carry On Abroad - The Return of the Package Holiday? 17:31

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How a Spanish Mayor and a Bikini kick-started the Package Holiday, we carry on abroad with a look back at the great British Holiday to Spain. This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Producer in London, no…

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Spanish Practices Trailer 1:50

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This is our real life in real Spain and an invitation for you to join us on the journey. Like, it's free, follow, it's free and subscribe, it's free and really helps us make more of these episodes.By John Metson

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The Butt of the Joke Ep 102 19:08

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Why do around 25% of adults smoke in Spain? Why is it still socially acceptable to smoke in front of children here in Spain? This episode, Spain a smokers paradise? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio…

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How do I get to live and work in Spain? Ep 101 26:02

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How do I get to live and work in Spain? Is it better to rent first and buy later? The answers and our experience of buying a property in Spain. This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Producer in London, …

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Boom! Boom! Boom! - Did somebody say we´re having a Fiesta? 29:22

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In the one hundreth episode of Spanish Practices we celebrate the rhythm of Spanish life. It's brash, colourful, very very loud.. yes we are having a Fiesta. This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Produc…

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Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot, Ep 99, - Survive the Spanish Summer. 16:55

6M ago16:55

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How on earth do you cope with the hot Spanish Summer Sun? This is our real life, in real Spain. Ten years of adventures since swapping our glorious Victorian House in leafy Essex for a tiny flat in a wild Andalusian village. I was once a Radio Producer in London, not a great one. Feel free to comment, like and of course follow - it really helps the…

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116 Slick Shoes - Rusty 2:23:54

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Jay and Clifton return to Clifton's favorite punk band, Slick Shoes, for their debut album, Rusty!By Clifton Stuckey

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115 Buck - Buck 2:33:05

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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL272A23B9EAABAC03 https://www.facebook.com/buckdetroit/ https://downthelinezine.com/cue/buck_enterprises https://christiantapeunderground.wordpress.com/2021/06/13/buck-ska-is-the-limit/ https://www.christianmusicarchive.com/album/buck https://www.amazon.com/Logic-Enemy-Out-Time/dp/B000OYCGYA https://www.youtub…

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114 Steve Taylor - Squint 2:38:34

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https://www.instagram.com/excompod/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5WYfTqA2EK48nfcdC1PL8S?si=507d06949fe24d29By Clifton Stuckey

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113 Disciple - My Daddy Can Whip Your Daddy 1:35:35

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We did it! After a long, slow descent into Christian music-induced madness, we've finally found where the sea floor drops off into oblivion thanks to an album so aggressively dull, so devoid of anything resembling intrigue or artistic value, that it’s left us staring into the yawning void of our own psychosis. Congratulations to Christian music’s c…

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112 Black Cherry Soda - Grin 1:28:18

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https://youtu.be/kbQKs3dV-yE?si=uITkyNhR6IzR1bS_ https://cmnexus.org/profiles/Black_Cherry_Soda https://downthelinezine.com/cue/black_cherry_soda https://www.discogs.com/release/2285596-Black-Cherry-Soda-Grin https://boottohead.com/bth101.html https://palmbeachbookery.com/products/black-cherry-soda-grin https://christiantapeunderground.wordpress.co…

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fuck Spotify 1:32

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If you listen to our podcast on Spotify, it might be time to change thatBy Clifton Stuckey

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111 Puller - Sugarless 2:00:41

8M ago2:00:41

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https://tenkillermusic.com/pages/meet-the-band https://open.spotify.com/artist/234Gp7UTsuxdJxNsusLSE8?si=QiEoXHPoSZqwM_q-R6Na4A https://youtu.be/nvIWChfB66U?si=14dxXQ6wtGMNLjms https://youtu.be/-uQ89CgBLhU?si=lnuOYxLIbaR-uHip https://tenkillermusic.com/pages/meet-the-band https://web.archive.org/web/20010811220029/http://www.pullerrock.com/history.…

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110 Hokus Pick - Brothers From Different Mothers 1:21:35

9M ago1:21:35

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https://web.archive.org/web/19980206194618/http://www.hokuspick.com/bio.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_z-9zlmuhE&ab_channel=RagamuffinArchive https://www.bezartshub.com/events-calendar/2024/9/27/hokus-pick?fbclid=IwY2xjawJWZllleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHaOsUJORDm7EhfFvCTFrZp4T2FEQs1t7D86wEPgH-sDn2PutEQG25TXeEA_aem_VPMIVEQI47cx2S5okeC8Cw https://www.f…

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¿A quie miras..? 5:17

9M ago5:17

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“Mirad a mí, y sed salvos, todos los términos de la tierra, porque yo soy Dios, y no hay más”

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109 Freeto Boat - Hindsight 20/20 1:41:38

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https://ehrmanblog.org/did-christians-invent-charity/ https://freetoboat.bandcamp.com/ https://web.archive.org/web/20001012122144/http://www.freetoboat.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-Nw8cPqEoE https://www.discogs.com/artist/3445734-Freeto-Boat https://unleaded.tripod.com/freeto.html https://www.indievisionmusic.com/news/freeto-boat-are-back…

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No tan lejos...¡pero afuera! 5:33

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Pero mientras ellas iban a comprar, vino el esposo; y las que estaban preparadas entraron con él a las bodas; y se cerró la puerta.

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108 Blenderhead - Prime Candidate for Burnout 2:44:21

10M ago2:44:21

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https://punklottopod.simplecast.com/ https://billypower.com/By Clifton Stuckey

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¿En quien confias? 6:40

10M ago6:40

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Jehová es bueno, fortaleza en el día de la angustia; y conoce a los que en él confían

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107 Fanmail - The Latest Craze 1:54:46

10M ago1:54:46

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https://www.discogs.com/release/445594-Fanmail-The-Latest-Craze https://www.amazon.com/Latest-Craze-Fanmail/dp/B00000J802 Scott Silleta: Following his departure from Plankeye in July 1998, Silletta formed the Christian pop-punk band Fanmail that year. In 1999, Fanmail released an extended play, Here Comes Fanmail EP, and their debut studio album, T…