Best Tribute Nerd Podcasts (2025)

Season 13, Episode 1 🥣 Show Description: Remember your first happy hour? Saturday mornings—when you’d wake up with the sun, grab a bowl of chocolatey cereal, and lose yourself in a world of cartoons, commercials, and pure, unfiltered joy. We’re still chasing that feeling, one episode at a time. This week, we’re kicking off Season 13 with a bang! Di…

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Hulk Hogan Tribute 1:01:44

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Kyle and Jeremy are Hulking up, pointing the finger, and dropping the leg on the complicated life, career, and legacy of the biggest professional wrestler of all time.By The Obtuse Angles Podcast

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Episode 11 - A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath 36:28

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello Everyone! In this episode I discuss the life and legacy of the late, great Ozzy Osbourne. From his humble beginnings to international stardom, Ozzy has paved the way for musicians and artists in the rock and metal communities. His music discusses themes of peace, love, war, spirituality, the occult and th…

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Ahsoka Lives in Us All: A Conversation with Ashley Eckstein 1:16:49

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Season 12, Episode 7 🥣 Show Description: Remember your first happy hour? Saturday mornings—when you’d wake up with the sun, grab a bowl of chocolatey cereal, and lose yourself in a world of cartoons, commercials, and pure, unfiltered joy. We’re still chasing that feeling, one episode at a time. This week, we welcome back a true legend of the modern…

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All The Single Riders: A Disneyland Hack 1:03:38

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Show Description: Remember your first happy hour? Saturday mornings—when you’d wake up with the sun, grab a bowl of chocolatey cereal, and lose yourself in a world of cartoons, commercials, and pure, unfiltered joy. We’re still chasing that feeling, one episode at a time. This week, with Comic-Con eating up all the bandwidth and no major capes or c…

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Episode 10 - The Life, Legacy and Influence of Occultist John Dee 36:12

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Greetings fellow humans! In this episode I discuss the exciting and mystical life of famed occultist John Dee (1527-1609). He was a mathematician, astronomer, astrologer and personal advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. Dee attempted to merge science, religion and magic during the Renaissance into a cohesive and diges…

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Episode 9 - Mental Health Checkpoint 14:51

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In episode 9 we're taking a break from magic, music, etc. and instead I discuss mental health and why it is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Life is hard for everyone and it can be difficult to find the positive in all of the negative. Situations arise that may trigger you to think about ho…

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Episode 8 - Eliphas Levi 37:45

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In episode 8 I discuss the great french occultist, Eliphas Levi! I touch on his life, legacy and influence in music and modern culture. Explore this topic and more with me as we dive into the great abyss. Take a listen now and don't forget to have some fun. Enjoy!! ☆ "Do what though wilt shall be the who…

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The Gene Hackman Draft – A Tribute to the Legend Who Raised Us 47:47

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🎧 Show Description: Remember your first happy hour? Saturday mornings—when you’d wake up with the sun, grab a bowl of chocolatey cereal, and lose yourself in a world of cartoons, commercials, and pure, unfiltered joy. We’re still chasing that feeling, one episode at a time. Join hosts Grim Shea, Marke, Jimmy “The Gent,” and Johnny Heck as they laun…

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Call-In Show #7: Ghost in the Machine 1:39:49

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I’m Katherine Dee. I read in an industry newsletter that I should re-introduce myself in every post. I’m an Internet ethnographer and reporter. This newsletter is filled with interviews, takes on current events, a sporadic advice column, Craigslist-style missed connections, Internet culture explainers, streams, a book club, predictions and forecast…

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Episode 7 - A Brief History of the Pentagram 27:00

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In episode 7 I discuss the history of the Pentagram and how various bands have used this ancient symbol during songwriting, live performances and marketing to an audience. Believe it or not, the pentagram is not all that evil. The upright pentagram is a protective symbol of light, love and will. The top …

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Episode 6 - Carl Jung continued / Dream journaling / Transforming your dreams into art (Part 2) 30:08

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In episode 6 I continue my discussion of Carl Jung. Keeping a dream journal or remembering characters and melodies in your dreams can help you craft unique songs. Turn your dreams into a reality with ease! Come with me as I explore this topic and more in Part 2 of this 2 Part series! Enjoy!! ☆ "Do what t…

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Episode 5 - A Discussion about Carl Jung / the Collective Unconscious / Dreams. How has his influence shaped the musical and artistic landscape? (Part 1) 24:22

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In episode 5 I discuss who Carl Jung was and some of his brilliant ideas on dreams and the collective unconscious. How has his influence shaped music, art and culture? Come with me as I explore this topic and more in Part 1 of this 2 Part series! Enjoy!! ☆ "Do what though wilt shall be the whole of the l…

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Episode 4 - What are Dreams? Occult Symbolism Continued: Discussion (Part 3) 19:03

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In Episode 4, I continue down the riveting path of exploring dreams and how the experiences relate to universal occult symbols throughout time. Have you seen any symbols like snakes or fire in your dreams? If so, your subconscious may be attempting to teach you a lesson of wisdom and self-transformation.…

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Episode 3 - What are Dreams? Occult Symbolism and Portals to Other Worlds: Discussion (Part 2) 23:56

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In Episode 3, I explore the topic of dreams and how they relate to occult practices like spirit communication, channeling, lucidity, divination and more. What do you believe your dreams are attempting to tell you? Come and explore the realm of the unknown with me. Thank you all for listening. Enjoy!! "Do…

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Episode 2 - What are Dreams? How Musicians Turn Dreams into Songs: Discussion (Part 1) 37:04

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Hello! In Episode 2, I explore the topic of dreams and how musicians can channel their individual experiences while asleep into writing melodies or songs. I decided to break this topic up into a few parts since it is on the longer side. I give some examples of famous artists such as Paul McCartney (The Beatles)…

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Episode 1 - Introduction / The Esoteric Connections Between Led Zeppelin Guitarist Jimmy Page and Famed Occultist Aleister Crowley 21:42

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Shoot me a text and I will respond! ☆ Welcome everyone! In this very first episode of the Magick Music Podcast I discuss what the heck this podcast is about. I give a brief introduction to the occult and the relation between Jimmy Page and the esoteric beliefs of famed occultist, Aleister Crowley! Thank you all for listening and I hope you enjoy! J…

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Wrestlemania 41 prediction show 1:39:51

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Get ready as PowerBomb Nation goes all-in on bold predictions, wild takes, and deep dives into the biggest matches of WrestleMania 41! We're breaking down both Night One and Night Two — who's walking out with gold, who’s getting buried, and what surprises might shake the WWE Universe! #WrestleMania41 #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #PowerBombNation #WWEPred…

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Boba Fett, Beetlejuice & Babar: A Saturday Morning with Michael Hirsh 1:07:39

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Remember your first happy hour? Saturday mornings—when you’d wake up with the sun, grab a bowl of chocolatey cereal, and lose yourself in a world of cartoons, commercials, and pure, unfiltered joy. We’re still chasing that feeling, one episode at a time. This week, we’re kicking off our Spreaker premiere with a true legend of Saturday morning anima…

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Natural Instinct vs. Control 6:01

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This is a story I wrote in 2021? 2022? Published in Compact Mag (not the political site). I’ve posted and re-posted it here several times. Here’s a radio drama version. As usual, I ask for your patience with audio quality. default.blog is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subs…

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What Is the Cultural Script For Six-Armed Babies? ft. Dr. Josie Zayner 1:00:30

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Today on The Computer Room, Katherine talks to Dr. Josie Zayner of the Los Angeles Project about genetic engineering and building the impossible. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit default.blog/subscribeBy Katherine Dee

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Dumbest Criminals of 2024 54:51

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Shh! Don't tell the boys it's February, because they're looking back at the dumbest criminals of 2024! Kyle and Jeremy are going back to an old tradition, making you feel better about yourself by cracking wise on the Dumbest Criminals of 2024!By The Obtuse Angles Podcast

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VHS Collecting in 2025 54:51

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We're popping in that old, plastic rectangle and rewinding back to a time when the best way to watch your favorite movie was with a little fuzz. Plus, what is the hidden villain that will secretly buttf*ck your tape collection? Also, we're talking Jeremy's world-class "legal" watches!By The Obtuse Angles Podcast

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AI Natives 58:16

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On today’s episode of The Computer Room, Katherine talks to Philip Rosedale, founder of Linden Lab, not just about Second Life, but about other synthetic lives. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit default.blog/subscribe…

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Episode 39 Best Albums and Movies of 2024! 1:42:39

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MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdingoutwithrickshaw/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nerdingoutrick Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nerdingoutwithrickshaw Mike's (AKA Rickshaw) Ba…

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What Rickshaw wants out of a IWABO reunion 1:06:14

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Live shows every week on Twitch or Youtube! #iwrestledabearonce #reuniteiwabo #reuniteiwrestledabearonce #krystacameron MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdingoutwithrickshaw/ Twitte…

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AI and the Return of the Unknowable 46:35

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Join Katherine and producer Taylor McMahon as they discuss Meta’s plans for AI-generated users. Gio returns next week for his regular hosting duties. Read Katherine’s article on the same topic here. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:39 Meta’s AI Generated Users 02:47 Implications of AI in Social Media 04:56 Human Element in Social Media 08:17 AI'…

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Episode 38 Jingle Bells Batman Smells with guest Krysta Cameron 1:44:53

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Christmas song Tier list! Bear watch update! Catching up w Krysta Cameron We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT on Youtube or Twitch! #iwrestledabearonce #reuniteiwabo #reuniteiwrestledabearonce #krystacameron MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Foll…

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1984! Our Best, Year of Movies Draft! 1:05:12

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. This week we start a new end of year tradition as we celebrate 40 years of 19…

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Ozempic - And How We Defeat It 47:14

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We're discovering just how hilarious obesity can be, as we discuss Jeremy's inspiring weight loss journey! "Big J" gives us the skinny on his time with Ozempic, including how the fact that it DIDN'T work helped inspire him to make big changes. Plus, in this episode we learn about... the stripper who banged NBA players who (erroneously) thought Kyle…

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Episode 37 Rumors Rumors Rumors featuring Adam Warren 2:02:23

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Tours Tours Tours! Oceano Breaks up Iwrestledabearonce reunion rumors? Pug wins the dog show We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT on Youtube or Twitch! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://w…

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#174 - Taylor’s 7th Grammy Nom, Linkin Park’s New Era & McGee’s Rise 33:47

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In this end-of-year episode of WorkTape, we reflect on the spectacle of the Tyson vs. Paul fight before diving into some heavy Grammy talk, including Taylor Swift's record-breaking seventh Album of the Year nomination and the creative stagnation critics see in her latest work. We also unpack Linkin Park’s controversial return with a new frontwoman,…

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#173 - 2025 Grammy Nominations: Snubs, Predictions & Industry Shifts 31:29

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Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we dive into the 2025 Grammy nominations and unpack the biggest surprises, hottest predictions, and most debated snubs. From Beyoncé’s overdue recognition to Billie’s indie charm, and from Kendrick’s diss track dominance to overlooked R&B contenders, we go over what this year’s nominations say about the…

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Episode 36 Knocked Horse from Oceano Tour 1:43:36

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Knocked Loose on Jimmy Kimmel Horse the band Tour Oceano quit tour with Attila and Adam leaves the band Mike Tyson fight sucked We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT on Youtube or Twitch! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social medi…

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#172 - The Impact of Quincy Jones: A Tribute to a Music Legend 31:31

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Join us on this heartfelt episode of WorkTape as we honor the legendary Quincy Jones, reflecting on his passing at the age of 91 and his monumental contributions to music. From his early days as a trumpeter alongside Ray Charles to his groundbreaking work with Michael Jackson on Thriller, Off the Wall, and Bad, we explore his unmatched legacy. We a…

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Traumagotchi Redeemed? 41:54

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Leah Prime from our fantastic Art Bell episode and of the blog We Own the Night and I talked about my initial reaction to friend.com’s chatbot launch… and why I might be wrong about it after all. This is an experimental format I’m releasing to paid subscribers only right now. Please share your feedback! It’s very likely that a more polished version…

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#171 - The 14s (10th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 6 34:55

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Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we wrap up our retrospective on the eclectic music of 2014. In this final installment, we dive into some standout releases that pushed genre boundaries and left a lasting impression. From the unique grooves of Jungle's debut album to the heartfelt melodies of George Ezra's Wanted on Voyage, we explore h…

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The Horrors of Kidney Surgery 38:14

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Just like flesh-eating armies of the undead, we can never die! Macabre Month doesn't officially end until we say so, and before then we've got a lot to say! This time it was KYLE who was down for the count, as he regales us with colorful accounts of battling kidneys, seducing nurses and much more! We're back, baby!…

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#170 - The 14s (10th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 5 34:22

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Join us for another episode of WorkTape as we dive back into 2014, a year packed with the gritty storytelling on Schoolboy Q’s "Oxymoron", the GRAMMY success of Lecrae’s career-defining "Anomaly", and the smooth, yet, hard-hitting collaboration of Freddie Gibbs and Madlib on "Piñata". We also explore the hauntingly beautiful indie-electronica sound…

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Episode 35 - Halloween Ends 1:24:31

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-31 Movies of Halloween -Ghost bags phones -Slipknot new logo -As i Lay Dying done? We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdingoutwit…

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The 9th Annual Franken Berry Season Show Gets Weird with Stimson Snead 1:00:25

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Take some time this week to remember your original happy hour: Saturday mornings as a kid, waking up at dawn, jumping on the couch with a bowl of chocolate cereal, turning on the ‘toons, tuning out the outside world, and working your way into a sugar hangover before noon. It’s all Frights and Delights tonight, as we get you into a Boo-Berry marshma…

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#169 - The 14s (10th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 4 17:58

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Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we continue exploring the diverse sounds of 2014 with a focus on indie and electronic influences. This episode delves into Jungle’s vibrant self-titled debut, Taiko’s ambient soundscapes in Awake, and the experimental R&B from artists like FKA twigs and Banks. We also discuss how the resurgence of disco…

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Episode 34: Halloween Candy Tier List 2:02:07

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We're ranking candy, talking about our 31 horror movies for October, and As I Lay Dying We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdingou…

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Be My Escape 35:11

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Katherine talks to Sam L. Barker about the enduring legacy of pop-punk and emo, and crucially, about how it all coalesced online. You can also listen to this on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.Read Katherine’s article about blink-182’s unique brand of humor here.Subscribe to Sam’s Substack here. A note from Sam: Be My Escape is an essay and po…

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#168 - The 14s (10th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 3 29:41

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Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we explore the diverse sounds of 2014 through influential albums that left a lasting impact. We dive into Mac DeMarco's laid-back indie classic Salad Days, Pharrell’s chart-topping G I R L, and YG’s West Coast anthem My Krazy Life. We also reflect on Ed Sheeran's breakthrough with X and the powerful pre…

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Episode 33: Black Eyed Kids Go To Warped 2:08:56

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-Warped is back? -31 days of horror movies list -Black Eyed Kids We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdingoutwithrickshaw/ Twitter:…

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#167 - The 14s (10th Anniversary LPs) Pt. 2 28:38

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Welcome to another episode of WorkTape, where we continue our journey through the music landscape of 2014. This time, we take a close look at standout releases from Foo Fighters’ ambitious Sonic Highways, to the introspective sounds of Sam Smith’s In the Lonely Hour. We also explore J. Cole’s monumental 2014 Forest Hills Drive and Run the Jewels’ h…

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Episode 32: Satan Music 1:51:40

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Topics: Our 31 days of horror music list Satan music? We're listening to songs that can be played backwards! We record episodes LIVE every Thursday at 6:30PM CT! MERCH https://www.teepublic.com/user/nerdingout Send us an email with topic suggestions: [email protected] Follow all the social media for updates! Instagram: https://www.in…