Best Mandatory Fun Podcasts (2025)

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BJORN | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:20:49

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Bjorn is not just a Space Wolf; in many respects, he is THE Space Wolf. From walking beside the Allfather himself during the Great Crusade to spending the last 10,000 years nappin…

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Episode 198 : STOP MANDATORY MEETINGS - Steve Matteson's 2-Year Blueprint for Unstoppable Organizational Change 39:13

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A plant on the brink. Labor unrest, safety issues, shaky quality, and a community that had lost faith. Steve Matteson stepped into that storm with almost no runway and chose an unconventional starting point: listen deeply, walk the floor, and build a system people actually believe in. What followed is a rare, practical blueprint for turning a faili…

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No Christmas songs but lots of Live stocking stuffers! Plus a special present from James 54:33

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FLESH TEARERS: They're good guys! Sort of | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:21:21

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https://www.makeship.com/products/shy-plushie https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous In this episode, we dive into the lore of the Flesh Tearers—one of the oldest and most violent Space Marine chapters. They might wear…

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Episode 197: What Got You Here Won't Get You There; However, Eric Pfeiffer Reveals Your Next Level of Growth 38:01

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Growth rarely stalls because the team isn’t smart enough; it stalls because everyone is running a different playbook. We sit down with Eric Pfeiffer to explore a leadership operating system that replaces drama with trust and equips people to think clearly under pressure. Instead of chasing a new tactic for every fire drill, Eric shows how a compact…

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One from the archives. Originally airing in January 2021 this is 9 songs rarely played live 1:01:25

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The Book GW Wants You To Forget: Jaq Draco Trilogy | Warhammer 40k 1:52:32

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous We finally did it. We read the most cursed, infamous, and absolutely unhinged trilogy in Warhammer 40,000 history: Ian Watson’s The Inquisition War. Back in 1990, before the lore …

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Episode 196: How to Build Champions - The 3-Step System for High Performance with Josh Sutcliffe 25:00

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We explore how belonging, curiosity, and care create better people and better teams, drawing on rugby culture and cross-cultural roots. Josh Sutcliffe shares a practical coaching system for awareness, belonging, confidence, and a freedom model that balances structure with initiative. • origin story shaped by moves across Australia and New Zealand •…

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A tribute to Dimebag, Live stuff from New Zealand and something from a legit archive! 53:17

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AGE OF STRIFE: This Is Fine | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:00:40

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Check out our sponsor - https://tabletopstronghold.com/Ridiculous https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Humanity was peaking during the Dark Age of Technology... until the robots revolted, the Warp storms hit, and the…

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Episode 195: Shattering Complacency: The 7-Step Cycle to Move from Drift to Drive w/ Chris Robinson 30:53

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We explore how complacency hides inside success and how to replace drift with drive through clarity, filtering, relationships, and honest evaluation. Chris Robinson shares stories from the stage in Cambodia to the “55 is greater than 800” moment that reset his habits and focus. Key Takeaways: redefining complacency as careless security and satisfac…

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Select cuts from the new Kill em all Tribute Album NO LIFE TILL LEATHER. Plus some actual Metallica~ 53:39

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Grand Cathay Deep Dive | Warhammer Fantasy Lore 1:49:36

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Check out our sponsor - https://tabletopstronghold.com/Ridiculous https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous With the release of Warhammer: The Old World and new lore books, we finally know the truth about what lies behind …

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You've been LIED TO about KHORNE | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:26:12

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous We are getting our axes dirty diving into the lore history of Khorne. While often cited as the "honorable" Chaos God who hates magic, the history of his lore is a moving target. We…

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Episode 194: Fellowship Is Fun, Discipleship Is Hard: Mastering Intentionality in Life & Work with Chris Grainger 23:29

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We explore what it takes to lead with courage and clarity when comfort pulls you off course. Chris Granger shares the story behind his new book, the move to a working farm, a serious injury, and the simple, repeatable practices that help men lead well. • spiritual warfare and the call to fight back • the gap between fellowship and discipleship • se…

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Live stuff from the most recent shows down under and rare live tracks with Lemmy recorded in late 2009. 57:16

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THE MOST HORRIFYING ORK IN THE GALAXY (It's not Ghaz) | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:22:14

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Episode 193: Executive Focus: How Leaders Use the Pauline Advantage for Unprecedented Resilience | Bob Wheatley 37:19

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Bob Wheatley (USA Today Author / Brand Builders Group) reveals the 70/30 Rule that launched his niche book to #8 National Bestseller. Learn why Sales is Fast and how to master the strategy of Uniqueness. We explore the Pauline advantage and why singleness can be a season of strength, purpose, and undivided devotion to God. Bob Wheatley shares the 3…

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We start things of with a memorial to a musical great and some stuff that's Metallica Adjacent... And more live stuff from '91 58:37

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Entertainment in the 41st Millennium: Mandatory Fun | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:00:53

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Is it all just suffering in the 41st Millennium? Today we investigate the rare and often dangerous concept of "fun," cover the Imperium's many convoluted card games, Perturabo's ob…

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Episode 192: STOP Doing This, The Real Cause of Executive Burnout (It's Not Overwork) w/ Zach White 46:34

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In this highly searchable and essential episode, host John Gallagher interviews Zach White, PhD, mechanical engineer turned executive coach and founder of the Oasis of Courage. This episode is a must-listen for Executive Leaders and Engineering Managers struggling with balance and burnout. Zach destroys the conventional wisdom of Work/Life Balance,…

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Live tracks recorded Nov. 1 at the L.C. arena in Muskegon Michigan. 49:56

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Steel Confessors: How One Fan Solved a 20-Year Warhammer Mystery 1:14:26

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https://www.makeship.com/petitions/shy-plushie SHY PLUSHIE!!! https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous For nearly 20 years, the Steel Confessors have been one of Warhammer 40K's biggest mysteries. After being the centerpi…

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Episode 191: One-Minute Wins for Lifelong Health | Bryan White on Leadership, Fitness & Fulfillment 36:46

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In this episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, John Gallagher Jr. sits down with Bryan White—PhD scientist, CrossFit Level 3 trainer, and founder of Blue Eagle Fitness & Nutrition—to explore how small, consistent changes can transform your health, mindset, and leadership. From mirror moments to almond parenting, Bryan shares his personal journey f…

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How does James celebrate Halloween and Megadeth is covering Metallica! 54:21

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War of the Beast: The Civil Waagh | Warhammer 40k Lore 2:30:06

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https://www.makeship.com/petitions/shy-plushie SHY PLUSHIE!!! https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous This is it: the final, catastrophic conclusion to the War of the Beast. The Imperium is on its last legs, but Lord Com…

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Episode 190: Unconditional Power - Achieve Results, Not Just Work with Steven Gaffney 31:01

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In this brand-new episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, John Gallagher Jr. sits down with Steven Gaffney to explore the mindset shift that separates high-performing teams from high-achieving ones. John shares how leaders must evolve—not just change—to meet the demands of today’s chaotic world. From creating safe spaces for feedback to mastering m…

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A new live version of Sad but True and a cover of Seek and Destroy! 57:25

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War Of The Beast: Waaagh Of The Worlds! 1:54:25

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous This episode covers the climatic middle act of the War of the Beast, focusing on three books: The Hunt for Vulkan, The Beast Must Die, and Watchers in Death. The story begins with …

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Episode 189: Faith in the Marketplace | Coach John Gallagher Jr. Fearless Leadership & Legacy 29:49

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In this special throwback episode of the Fearless Faith Radio Show, host Mary Grothe welcomes John Gallagher Jr.—faith-based executive coach, performance consultant, and founder of Growing Champions—for a deeply personal and powerful conversation on integrating faith into leadership. John shares his journey from a Catholic upbringing to discovering…

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It's my birthday show!!!!!!!!!!! The internet gave some fun stories this week and some of them have to do with Metallica! 1:06:28

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War Of The Beast: And They Were Roommates | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:27:42

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous The War of the Beast continues as a moon-sized Ork monstrosity suddenly appears in the skies above Terra, causing mass panic and riots that kill thousands of citizens. While the Hi…

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Episode 188: Servant Leadership, Champion Mindset & Excellence: Transforming Business and Life with John Gallagher 26:23

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Join us for a transformative conversation with John Gallagher, Founder & CEO of Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting. In this episode, John unpacks the core of the Champion Mindset—inspired by sports legends like Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady—emphasizing perseverance, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Discover the profound impact…

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One from the archives! This show originally aired Oct 2020 49:18

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WAR OF THE BEAST: Rocks fall, Imperial Fists Die | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:24:02

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous By mid-M32, the Imperium was in a state of relative peace and prosperity. Having recovered from the devastating Horus Heresy, the Traitor Legions were still reeling from their defe…

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Episode 187: From Ivy League to Incarceration - Ken Miller’s Journey of Redemption and Leadership 30:28

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A flashback to 1996 and the Metallica MotherLoad Contest. 51:59

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The Proxy War Between Heaven and Hell | Trench Crusade Lore 1:45:56

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous In the endless war of Trench Crusade, humanity suffers and dies while the forces of Heaven and Hell loom. But why don't powerful angels and true demons take to the field themselves…

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Episode 186: Live Life Boldly: Maritza Davila on Retiring at 23, 5X Revenue, and Building Leaders of Leaders 29:30

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What does it mean to retire at 23—and still work with passion and purpose? In this episode of The Uncommon Leader Podcast, host John Gallagher welcomes Maritza Davila, a business consultant, speaker, and bold believer in values-driven leadership. Maritza’s journey is anything but conventional—and her frameworks are designed to help leaders move fro…

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The best songs BEFORE the Black Album! 1:15:59

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FARSIGHT | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:35:13

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Shas'O Vior'la Shovah Kais Mont'yr, aka O'Shovah or Commander Farsight, is alleged to still be leading the Farsight Enclaves, although this would mean that he has lived for at leas…

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Episode 185: John Gallagher: Leaders LIVING Their Values - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs for Success |Mitchell Levy 24:07

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Join host Mitchell Levy and guest John Gallagher in an exploration of what it truly means for leaders to live their values. This episode dives into the profound journey of transforming pain into power, a critical step for any executive leader or CEO striving for authentic growth. John shares a deeply personal insight: his biggest regret was allowin…

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An over loaded show (no pun intended) airing exclusively on Q100Michigan.com 1:11:26

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Where Are the Skaven in 40k? Fantasy Factions in 40k feat. PancreasNoWork 1:11:22

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous PancreasNoWork joins Bricky, Dk and Shy to discuss Warhammer fantasy, 40k and Age of Sigmar - how Games Workshop transfers various races between their properties and why they erase…

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Space Mom Explains Space Marines (poorly) | Warhammer 40k Lore with Rebecca Ford 1:11:52

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Rebecca Ford, Creative Director of Warframe from Digital Extremes is here with the boys to discuss Warhammer 40k & Fantasy and what she thinks 40k is from a point of view of a well…

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Episode 184: Leadership Mistakes: Learn from My Past Failures 25:19

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My Favorite Mistake #152: John Gallagher on Leadership Mistakes, Business Growth & Lessons Learned from Failure Episode Guest: John Gallagher, Executive Coach, Mentor, Consultant, Founder & CEO of Growing Champions, LLC, and Host of 'The Uncommon Leader' Podcast. In this insightful episode from the 'My Favorite Mistake' podcast, host Mark Graban we…

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Live stuff, a story about Nirvana and a song from every Decade! 54:51

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LOGAN GRIMNAR | Warhammer 40k Lore 1:09:51

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https://www.patreon.com/AdeptusRidiculous https://www.adeptusridiculous.com/ https://twitter.com/AdRidiculous https://shop.orchideight.com/collections/adeptus-ridiculous Logan Grimnar is the "Great Wolf" or Chapter Master of the Space Wolves Chapter. He is one of the most belligerent and headstrong Chapter Masters in the Imperium of Man, as well as…

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Episode 183: From Consultant to Coach: Leadership Lessons they DON'T TEACH in School | Hosted by Jason Balara 🎙️ 28:01

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In this episode, host Jason Balara chats with a successful consultant who discovered a natural gift for executive coaching. What started as a career in consulting evolved into a passion for inspiring courage and equipping leaders to fulfill their potential. 💡 We explore how leaders can and must adapt their style in a world of constant change. This …

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A record Metallica hold the honor of holding and we celebrate the release of and Justice for all in 1988. 1:05:17

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