Best IAMX Podcasts (2025)

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Messy Endeavor 40:12

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11d ago40:12

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Send us a text In this episode of Void Signal, Brian Prime sits down with Reno-based installation artist Henry Sanchez, who works under the name Messy Endeavor, to explore his journey creating immersive, technology-driven art rooted in light, sound, and motion. Henry discusses how a formative synesthetic experience, briefly “seeing” music, inspired…

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HOLY WATER 1:02:22

17d ago1:02:22

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Send us a text Void Signal welcomes Jake Desrochers of darkwave industrial project HOLY WATER to discuss his powerful new album Contrast. Known for raw, high-energy performances that emphasize authenticity and emotional connection, Jake shares insights into his creative process, the meaning behind standout tracks like “Tasted Tears, Wasted Time,” a…

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ESA (Electronic Substance Abuse) 1:00:02

30d ago1:00:02

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Send us a text The chaos conduit Jamie Blacker of ESA visits in the Void to discuss his latest record, life, headlining Dark Force Fest, and crafting visceral music videos that feel more like films. His art is passion over profit, bleak yet beautiful. Jamie and Brian Prime discuss if music videos still matter, the future and past of ESA, and forthc…

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Megan McDuffee 38:54

1M ago38:54

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Send us a text Award-winning composer, producer, and vocalist Megan McDuffee chats with Brian Prime for an in-depth conversation about her creative journey and evolution as an independent artist. Known for her lush, cinematic blend of dark synths and orchestral textures, Megan’s work spans film, television, and video games,including the hit River C…

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Linda Ronstadt "Reboot": Living w/ Parkinson's & PSP with Dr. Ish Major (Psychiatrist, Relationship Expert) 55:39

1M ago55:39

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Mari Fong interviews Linda Ronstadt (singer-songwriter) & Dr. Ish Major (Psychiatrist, Relationship Coach, “Marriage Boot Camp”). Linda Ronstadt talks about her Mexican heritage and traditions in the documentary, “Linda and the Mockingbirds.” Her thoughts on immigration and the mental toll and trauma for children separated from their families at th…

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2025 Halloween Special 1:19:27

2M ago1:19:27

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Send us a text New stories intermingled with remastered stories and several poems read by Brian Prime. This episode is a gift to all autumnal souls who love Halloween. Please enjoy! For more information about Ritual Reverb visit https://ritualreverb.com/ For more information about ESA visit https://esangp.bandcamp.com/ For more information about Gi…

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Trapper Schoepp: Opioid Addiction & Mania Recovery with Bill Taylor, The Phoenix 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

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Mari Fong interviews singer-songwriter Trapper Schoepp and expert Bill Taylor of The Phoenix. Today's featured musical guest, Trapper Schoepp, boosted his career after discovering old lyrics of an unfinished song written by Bob Dylan about his home state of Wisconsin. Trapper took those lyrics and decided to finish the song he called “On Wisconsin.…

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Fred Armisen (Trenchmouth, SNL, Portlandia) "Reboot" : Conquering Stage Fright & Mastering the Art of "Who Cares?" with Keren Clark (Therapist, DBT Expert), Part 1 48:26

3M ago48:26

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot": Mari Fong interviews comedian and musician Fred Armisen (Saturday Night Live, Portlandia, Trenchmouth, and more) and Keren Clark (Psychotherapist, Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Part 1. Fred Armisen on 8 YEARS IN THE PUNK BAND TRENCHMOUTH, the DIFFICULTIES OF TOURING with a band, taking left turns in life, BATTLING…

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Black Stone Cherry (Chris Robertson) "Reboot": Living with Bipolar & Panic Attacks with Carly Hester (NAMI) 53:27

3M ago53:27

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" with Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry and Carly Hester of NAMI, Philadelphia for Suicide Awareness Month, September 2025, Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry shares his story of having bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depressive disorder) with anxiety and panic attacks, along with his solutions for r…

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Street Sects / Street Sex 44:42

3M ago44:42

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Send us a text Leo and Shaun of Street Sects / Street Sex discuss their intense industrial-punk-noise project and their newer, more melodic side project, Street Sex. They discuss the band’s history, working day jobs as security guards, collaborating with producer Ben Chisholm (Chelsea Wolfe), creative growth through exploring pop production, and th…

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Curse Mackey & SINE 19:28

4M ago19:28

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Send us a text A short, street-side chat with Curse Mackey and Rona of SINE. Curse is known for his time in major industrial bands like Pigface, Evil Mothers, and My Life With The Thrill Kill Kult, but his solo work has both of them touring with Clan of Xymox and headlining major festivals like Mechanismus Festival and Dark Force Fest. Rona Rougehe…

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Lzzy Hale (Halestorm): Alcoholism & Depression Recovery with Dr. J. Stuart Ablon (Harvard Medical School) 1:08:05

4M ago1:08:05

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Mari Fong & Kat Jensen interview Lzzy Hale of Halestorm and expert J. Stuart Ablon, Ph.D., Harvard Medical School. Today's featured guest just came back from playing with Metallica, Slayer, Lamb of God and the great Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath, for the “Back to the Beginning” show, touted as "the greatest day in the history of heavy metal." A b…

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Chris Bourassa of Red Hook Studios 41:31

4M ago41:31

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Send us a text Chris Bourassa, co-founder and Creative Director of Red Hook Studios, talks with host Brian Prime about the evolution of Darkest Dungeon, the studio’s distinctive art style, the shift towards narrative-driven experience, and Red Hook’s acquisition by Behaviour Interactive. Chris also speaks candily about collaboration, inspiration, a…

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Ashton Nyte of The Awakening 32:00

5M ago32:00

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Send us a text A friendly, in-depth interview with musician Ashton Nyte, covering Ashton’s return to touring with The Awakening after nine years, upcoming appearances at festivals like Glom Fest and Castle Party. Ashton discusses the creative process behind The Awakening’s twelfth album, his prolific solo work, side projects like Beauty in Chaos, a…

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Matte Blvck 29:09

5M ago29:09

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Send us a text Matte Blvck, purveyors of dark, sexy goth-industrial sonic textures, visit with the Void to discuss their recent tour, the future of the band, and the lessons they've learned. Featured Songs: Matte Blvck - House of Serpents Visit https://matteblvckmusic.com/ for more Matte Blvck Visit https://glomfest.com/ for more information about …

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Die Sexual 21:56

5M ago21:56

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Send us a text Erotic noise makers Die Sexual join with the Signal for a short chat on their tour about inspiration, being authentic, and what drives them. Featured Songs: Die Sexual - Need to Sin Visit https://diesexual.bandcamp.com/ for more Die Sexual. Visit https://glomfest.com/ for more information about Glomfest. Void Signal intro courtesy of…

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Margaret Cho: Surviving Opioid Addiction & Rehab with Kandace Kuwahara, Infinite Love Rescue 58:13

5M ago58:13

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Mari Fong interviews musical guest Margaret Cho and Kandace Kuwahara of Infinite Love Rescue. Margaret Cho gives a no-holds-barred interview talking about opioid addiction (such as Vicodin, Oxycontin, Percocet, Heroin and more) and other addictions (alcohol, benzodiazepines like Xanax and Valium and more), being bed-ridden for a month while detoxin…

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Dark Chisme 34:47

6M ago34:47

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Send us a text Dark Chisme, the recording name for Christine and Erik, visit with the Void to discuss how their enchanting dark-pop gets made, what matters to them, the political nature of music, and what's filling their time. Featured Songs: Dark Chisme - Yo Puedo Vivin Sin Ti Visit https://darkchisme.bandcamp.com/ for more Dark Chisme. Visit http…

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David Archuleta: Managing Suicidal Thoughts & Anxiety Attacks with Thom Keenan-Hunt, LGBTQ Psychotherapist 1:03:33

6M ago1:03:33

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Host Mari Fong interviews pop singer/songwriter David Archuleta and psychotherapist Thomas Keenan-Hunt. David's story begins as a devout Mormon that includes a message from above that helped him move past his suicidal thoughts to finally come out as gay. David also talks about his natural solutions to calm his paralyzing anxiety attacks. His new EP…

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Aeon Sable 32:47

7M ago32:47

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Send us a text Aeon Sable defies the conventions of genre by blending gothic rock, psychadelic, dark, doom, and a slew of other adjectives to make something that's designed to be esoteric and thought provoking. I chat with Nino Sable and we discuss the upcoming Glom Fest tour, the band, and his passion for authenticity. Featured Songs: Aeon Sable -…

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Season 5 NEW! Jewel: Child Abuse & Shoplifting Addiction Recovery with Therapist Ryan Dusick (Maroon 5) 56:58

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Welcome to the premiere episode of our fifth season of CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast, the podcast where notable musicians and experts share their stories and solutions for mental help and addiction recovery. I’m your host, Mari Fong, and today I’ve chosen to spotlight our partner MTV for “Mental Health Action Day” which is today, May 15th. Our mental hea…

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Sammi Doll (Kat Von D, IAMX) "Reboot": Living w/Depression & ADHD with Mari Fong & Kat Jensen 1:03:00

8M ago1:03:00

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of Sammi Doll (Kat Von D, IAMX, Bullet Height, solo artist) with Mari Fong & Kat Jensen speaking on Depression & ADHD Recovery for Mental Health Awareness Week, May 12-18, 2025. Mari Fong interviews Sammi Doll (Kat Von D, IAMX, Bullet Height) on depression and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder), then Mari…

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While She Sleeps (Sean Long) "Reboot": Panic Disorder & Agoraphobia Recovery with Therapist Andrea Vassilev (DBSA) 54:39

8M ago54:39

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of While She Sleeps (Sean Long) & Therapist Andrea Vassilev (DBSA) speaking on Panic Attacks & Agoraphobia Recovery for Mental Health Awareness Month, May 2025. Mari Fong interviews guitarist Sean Long of While She Sleeps and Andrea Vassilev of DBSA, San Gabriel Valley. Sean Long share his story and solutions for re…

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Tower of Power (Emilio Castillo) "Reboot": Drug & Sex Addiction Recovery with Tim Ringgold (Music Therapist, Sonic Recovery) 1:05:33

8M ago1:05:33

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of Tower of Power (Emilio Castillo) & Tim Ringgold (Music Therapist, Sonic Recovery) speaking on Drug & Sex Addiction Recovery for National Counseling Awareness Month, April 2025. Mari Fong interviews Emilio Castillo (Tower of Power) and Tim Ringgold, MT-BC (Music Therapist & Author of Sonic Recovery: Harness the Po…

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The Lumineers (Wesley Schultz) "Reboot": Alcoholism & Mood Disorders Affecting Families w/Kerri Abernathy (Therapist & Addiction Specialist) 1:02:02

8M ago1:02:02

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of The Lumineers (Wesley Schultz) & Kerry Abernathy (Therapist & Addiction Specialist) speaking on Alcoholism & Mood Disorders Affecting Families for Alcohol Awareness Month, April 2025. Mari Fong interviews Wesley Schultz of The Lumineers with Kerri Abernathy, Marriage & Family Therapist and Addiction Specialist. S…

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Associate Hollingsworth 51:13

9M ago51:13

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Send us a text Associate Hollingsworth of Elektro Grave Entertainment joins with the Signal for a chat about music, scenes, promotion, and creating community. Visit https://elektrograve.com/ for more info about Elektro Grave. Support the show Void Signal is ad-free and powered by people. Visit https://VoidSignal.net to support Void Signal and enjoy…

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WAR (Sal Rodriguez) "Reboot": Alcoholism & Multi-Drug Addiction Recovery w/Jeff Duke (Christ Powered Recovery, AA) 55:31

9M ago55:31

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of Sal Rodriguez (WAR) & Jeff Duke speaking on Alcoholism & Multi-Drug Addiction recovery for Alcohol Awareness Month, April 2025. Mari Fong interviews Sal Rodriguez of WAR and Jeff Duke, Founder of Christ Powered Recovery. Sal Rodriguez shares how music, drinking alcohol and parties were part of his lifestyle growi…

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Circuit Preacher 36:09

9M ago36:09

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Send us a text A digital sermon with the Circuit Preacher, Tyler visits with the Signal to discuss his music, growing up in American bible country, his success, and his upcoming performance at Dark Force Fest. Featured Songs: Circuit Preacher - Con Man Visit https://circuitpreacher.bandcamp.com/ for more Circuit Preacher Visit https://darkforcefest…

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Skull Cultist 1:05:04

9M ago1:05:04

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Send us a text Skull Cultist, the industrial music beat engineer, Steve Saunders, joins with the Signal to discuss his music, his Warhammer 30k Podcast, what drives him, and thoughtful things. Steve is quite the articulate guy. Catch his performance at Mechanismus Festival 2025. Featured Songs: Skull Cultist - Crushing Invocation Visit https://skul…

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Katelyn Tarver "Reboot": Living w/Anxiety & Teen Self-Doubt w/Dr. Adi Jaffe (Psychologist, The Abstinence Myth) 1:00:52

10M ago1:00:52

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of Katelyn Tarver speaking on Anxiety & Teen Self-Doubt for World Teen Mental Health Day, celebrated on March 2, 2025. Mari Fong interviews Katelyn Tarver, singer-songwriter and actress, and Dr. Adi Jaffe, psychologist, addiction specialist, and author of The Abstinence Myth. Katelyn Tarver shares her story and solu…

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David Lawrie - The Royal Ritual 44:11

10M ago44:11

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Send us a text Award winning composer, musician, and audio engineer David Lawrie joins with the Signal to discuss his music as The Royal Ritual, Glomfest, and what helped him find success. Featured Songs: The Royal Ritual - Modes of Violence Visit https://davidlawrie.co.uk for more David Lawrie. Visit https://theroyalritual.com/ for more The Royal …

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Lindsey Stirling "Reboot": Anorexia Nervosa Recovery with Dr. Christina Wierenga (UCSD Eating Disorders Center) 57:45

10M ago57:45

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" of Lindsey Stirling & Dr. Christina Wierenga speaking on Anorexia Nervosa recovery for Eating Disorders Awareness Week, 2025. Mari Fong interviews Lindsey Stirling, singer-songwriter, violinist, and dancer, and Dr. Christina Wierenga, Professor of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuropsychologist at UC San Diego’s Eating Di…

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Eric Gottesman - Everything Goes Cold 43:45

10M ago43:45

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Send us a text A chat with Eric Gottesman of Everything Goes Cold, but Eric has been around the block, so to speak, performing with Caustic, Ayria, Psyclon Nine, and Deathline International. When he isn't doing that, he's working on video games. Catch Everything Goes Cold at Dark Force Fest 2025. Featured Songs: Everything Goes Cold - Nadir Visit h…

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Ginger Khan - 2025 47:40

10M ago47:40

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Send us a text Ginger Khan, Tom Åsberg, discusses his newfound solo career, Saturday candy, personal interests, his new single, and the future. Void Signal intro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://processor2.bandcamp.com for more Processor. Featured Songs: Ginger Khan - Swing At The King Visit https://www.instagram.com/ginger_khan_/ for more Ging…

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Christian Petke of COP International 57:06

11M ago57:06

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Send us a text Christian Petke, founder and lead-vision for COP International record label, shares a Signal with Brian Prime to discuss the modern label, the state of the industry, motivation, and problematic artists. Void Signal intro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://processor2.bandcamp.com for more Processor. Visit https://www.copint.com/ for…

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When More Work Hours Create Worse Results 43:47

1y ago43:47

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Are you leading your organization like a factory or a forest? This distinction may be the key to unlocking sustainable success and meaningful transformation in your workplace. In this episode, I explore how our industrial-era approach to leadership - rooted in Frederick Taylor's mechanistic efficiency models - continues to shape modern organization…

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Wasteland Weekend 2024 3:01:49

1y ago3:01:49

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Send us a text Wasteland Weekend, the post-apocalyptic festival in the middle of the desert is a unique event that boasts characters from all over the world. This special edition of Void Signal features coverage and interviews with Wastelanders. Featured interviews: -Multimeter, Porch Cat, Brain, Uncle Foster, Snickerdoodle, Mia Sheen, Bang Away Lu…

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Mechanismus Festival 2024 1:35:24

1y ago1:35:24

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Send us a text Mechanismus Festival 2024 revisited with headliners ESA, Mari Kattman, Matt Hart, Ratio Strain, and the 'Void Gang,' Associate Hollingsworth, Swagata Biswas, Emily Mooncat, and Quinn FVS. Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://www.mechanismus.net/ for more Mechanismus. Visit https://esangp.bandcamp.com/ for more…

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Harbingers Drum Crew 49:32

1y ago49:32

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Send us a text The Harbingers Drum Crew visits the Signal for a chat about who they are and what they do. Rob, Alex, and Jude discuss the logistics of the band, its origin and purpose, and their love for it. Featured Songs: Harbingers Drum Crew - Live at Cabaret Voltaire Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://www.harbingersdru…

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Help! My boss is a motor-mouth and I can't get him to shut up. 11:44

1y ago11:44

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Have you ever found yourself trapped in your boss's office at the end of a long day, nodding politely while they continue talking... and talking... and talking? In this episode, I explore this common challenge through a coaching conversation with a client who faced this exact situation at their startup. Through their experience with an enthusiastic…

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Halloween Special II 28:05

1y ago28:05

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Send us a text A Halloween Special for you, delivered on Halloween! Enjoy some ghost stories with myself and co-host Sadie Kins, as we hear some ghost stories by Mari Kattman and Lewdo Zlex. Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Background ambience for this episode courtesy of Skull Cultist. Support the show Void Signal is ad-free and powe…

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Slighter 1:04:49

1y ago1:04:49

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Send us a text Slighter, the electronic soundshaper that's been featured in shows like True Blood and Bones, joins me for a chat about his origins versus the present and the current musical climate. Featured Songs: Slighter - Have No Fear Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://slighterofficial.com/ for more Slighter. Support t…

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Pig - Tour Stop 15:23

1y ago15:23

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Send us a text Industrial legend Raymond Watts, PIG, has a short chat on this Tour Stop Edition of Void Signal to discuss the tour and the future. Featured Songs: Pig - Crumbs Chaos & Lies Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://pigindustries.com/ for more PIG. Support the show Void Signal is ad-free and powered by people. Visi…

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Mortal Realm 44:29

1y ago44:29

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Send us a text Adam Jones, industrial electro musician that's ex-HAEX and the current master of MORTAL REALM chats about his new sonic chapter, Mechanismus, Killer Instinct, live shows, video game soundtracks, and nerd stuff. Featured Songs: Mortal Realm - Trash Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://mortalrealm.bandcamp.com/ …

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DJ OmegaTelik 44:30

1y ago44:30

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Send us a text Asha Omega, Therapist and DJ, discusses the overlap between those, the role of DJs, the importance of music, expression, authenticity, and plants. Extended cut available to Void Signal Patrons at Patreon.com/VoidSignal. Visit https://linktr.ee/OmegaTelik for more Asha Omega. Support the show Void Signal is ad-free and powered by peop…

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Afterparty with Mari Fong & Kat Jensen: Seether w/Dr. Dan Reidenberg, Living w/Depression & the Aftermath of Suicide 25:55

1y ago25:55

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You’re invited to the CHECK YOUR HEAD Afterparty where Mari Fong and Kat Jensen take best lessons from each episode and talk about how to ease them into our daily lives. For September 2024 which is Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month, we’re spotlighting the Seether & Dr. Dan Reidenberg (SAVE.org, Suicide Prevention Expert) episode. Say hello and …

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Seether (Shaun Morgan, Corey Lowery) "Reboot": Living w/Depression & the Aftermath of Suicide w/Dr. Dan Reidenberg (SAVE.org, Suicide Prevention expert) 1:13:11

1+ y ago1:13:11

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CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast "Reboot" for September 2024 for Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month. Next episode, listen to CHECK YOUR HEAD Podcast Afterparty where Mari Fong and Kat Jensen talk about best lessons from each episode and how to ease them into our daily lives. Mari Fong interviews Seether (Shaun Morgan and Corey Lowery) & Dan Reidenberg, P…

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Mobiius / Tzafu 1:08:02

1+ y ago1:08:02

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Send us a text Mobiius Vs. Tzafu on this special sleep deprived episode of Void Signal. We discuss Werner Herzog, the importance of branding, production, Phil Gonzo, survival as an artist, horny music, wearing masks, plants, video games. Extended cut available to Void Signal Patrons at Patreon.com/VoidSignal. Featured Songs: Mobiius - Smolder VIP T…

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Steven Archer - Artist/Author/Musician 58:24

1+ y ago58:24

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Send us a text Steven Archer, multi-modal artist, author, and musician, joins the Void for a discussion of his new graphic novel, Red in Tooth and Claw, the creative process, his stylistic choices, and the future of the Wolf. Featured Songs: Stoneburner - The Return of the World Wolf Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://www.…

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Jet - VampireFreaks.com & Dark Force Fest 46:59

1+ y ago46:59

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Send us a text Jet, the trendsetting founder of VampireFreaks.com and Dark Force Fest, reaches out to the Signal to discuss the festival, selection criteria, the level of Jet's involvement, and what future fests might look like. Void Signal Intro/Outro courtesy of Processor. Visit https://darkforcefest.com/ for more information about Dark Force Fes…