Best Matt Hampton Podcasts (2025)

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VeggieTales: Are You My Neighbor? 27:36

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We're back to discussing Veggie Tales this time with the iconic "Are You My Neighbor" episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Werewolves of London” by Warren Zevon 1:00:57

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It’s Halloween, so we thought it would be crazy not to dive into the legendary artist who brought us the lyric “little old lady got mutilated late last night.” That’s right…this week, we’re diving into the life and career of Warren Zevon and his most famous single, 1978’s “Werewolves of London.” A dark sense of humor paired with a songwriting voice…

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From Creator to CEO: How Influencers Are Building Real Businesses Beyond Brand Deals w/ Billy Parks 31:38

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, host Alessandro Bogliari chats with Billy Parks about the evolution of the creator economy. Billy shares why creators must move beyond renting audiences to build lasting, sustainable businesses. He reflects on key career lessons and the value of authenticity in brand collaborations. The conversation also exp…

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A Distant Thunder (f/Andrew Verdecchio) 44:11

7d ago44:11

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In our final Halloween Episode of the year we discuss the Sequel to A Distant Thunder that scarred this week's guest Andrew Verdecchio when he was a kid! This movie definitely lacks the cinematic flare found in the original! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Flood” by Jars of Clay (f/ Katie Hampton) 1:07:11

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This week, we’re joined by Matt Kelly’s Christian Cringe co-host Katie Hampton to become one with the mud. Yes, we’re exploring the career and music of Jars of Clay, the rare mainstream crossover from the Christian music scene who made their mark in 1996 with the alternative rock radio hit “Flood.” Despite a bit of blowback from their religious fan…

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The Deadlines: The Life and Death Of... 53:08

14d ago53:08

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Continuing our October coverage Matt forces Katie to listen to the bizarre gothic sounds of "The Life & Death of The Deadlines" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)” by Dead Or Alive 58:07

19d ago58:07

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This week, our Patreon voted for us to explore the music and career of Dead or Alive, the British pop band responsible for the endlessly catchy and danceable 1985 single, “You Spin Me Round (Like a Record).” Led by the eccentric and androgynous Pete Burns, Dead or Alive were a perfect mix of the end of disco and the start of new wave. Their rise up…

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Beau’s Story: Still Sharing Love Despite Hate 1:16:08

21d ago1:16:08

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Today we are joined by one of Katie's friend Beau who tell us the story of trying to continue to show love and understanding when being met with hate from his own family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“A Thousand Miles” by Vanessa Carlton (f/ Eric Taft) 1:17:18

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Whether you were rockin’ out to it in 2002 or watching Terry Crews sing every word to it a few years later, Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles” is a song that can stir up a lot of feelings and emotions for those who lived it. Even though the song’s earnest delivery and theater-kid presentation SHOULD make it an artifact from the turn of the centur…

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Thr3e (2006) (f/Kyle Kutcha) 45:15

29d ago45:15

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This week we kick off the Halloween season watching a Christian horror film that attempts to capitalize on the Saw/Hostel wave of films. We are joined by Horror Movie Night co-host Kyle Kutcha to discuss this bizarre film! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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The 2005 Albums Fantasy Auction Draft 1:13:10

1M ago1:13:10

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The DREAM TEAM of Chris Fafalios, Matt Kelly, Matthew Milligan, and Tony Hartman are BACK to draft the very best albums from the year 2005. From the launch of YouTube to the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, these albums were the soundtrack to a year filled with highs, lows, and in-betweens. Who will draft the very best collection of records with t…

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AI’s Impact on the Creator Economy w/ Alexander Frolov (HypeAuditor) 26:35

1M ago26:35

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Alexander Frolov, CEO & Co-Founder of HypeAuditor, to unpack the evolving influencer marketing landscape. They dive into the integration of AI, the do’s and don’ts of leveraging it in the creator economy, and why authenticity remains key. The conversation also explores the uniq…

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Growing Up As An Assemblies of God (f/Maurie Speed) 51:59

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We are joined by Katie's friend from college Maurie Speed who talks about her childhood growing up as part of the Assemblies of God and the culture shock that happened when she attended a more mainstream christian college! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“The Rain” by Oran “Juice” Jones (f/ Zak Shaffer) 48:29

1M ago48:29

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This week, we're diving into one of the most bizarre R&B hits of the 80s. With its slick production and dramatic monologue, “The Rain” by Oran “Juice” Jones became a Top 10 smash in 1986 before fading into obscurity. Not EVERYONE forgot the track, however, as Donald Glover and the cast of Saturday Night Live resurrected it in 2018 with a spot-on an…

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Stryper: Soldiers Under Command (f/Andrew Verdecchio) 1:13:19

1M ago1:13:19

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This week we are joined again by Five Iron Frenzy drummer Andrew Verdecchio to discuss the album "Soldiers Under Command" by 80's hair metal group Stryper. While both Katie and Matt have been aware of the group and a handful of their songs this was both their first experience diving into a full album by them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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“Harlem Shake” by Baauer (f/ Chris Dalla Riva) 54:32

2M ago54:32

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In early 2013, the Billboard Charts underwent a major change by incorporating YouTube streams into their formula. Almost immediately, the internet responded with chaos. The bizarre, bass-heavy electronica track “Harlem Shake” by producer Baauer skyrocketed to #1, fueled by a wave of absurd, meme-fueled dance videos that dominated social media. It b…

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The History of What Would Jesus Do? 29:18

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This week Katie and Matt dive into the history of the phrase "What Would Jesus Do"? or WWJD for short! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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Punchline “Somewhere To Land” Instant Reaction 51:03

2M ago51:03

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Punchline’s new album Somewhere To Land was just released a few hours ago, and One Hit Thunder is here with some thoughts! Matt shares his feelings about every track, and Chris shares some insight into the writing, recording, and release of the next chapter in the Punchline story. One Hit Thunder is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner…

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“Take My Breath Away” by Berlin 44:39

2M ago44:39

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This week, we’re discussing the music and career of Berlin, a band whose biggest hit was, strangely, not really a Berlin song at all. “Take My Breath Away” soared into the stratosphere on the tailwinds of Top Gun in 1986, but it wasn’t a great representation of the sexy, upbeat new wave synth-pop that Berlin was known for. Join us as we journey dee…

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The Future of Social Commerce: Live Selling, FOMO & Creator Monetization w/ Josephine Wong 24:37

2M ago24:37

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Josephine Wong, the Chief Revenue Officer of CommentSold, discusses her passion for building products that empower entrepreneurs and the evolution of social commerce. She highlights the importance of community engagement, the role of AI in content creation, and strategies for c…

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The 2025 MTV VMAs: Thoughts and Reactions 47:47

2M ago47:47

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Chris and Matt discuss their thoughts on the 2025 VMAs, which strangely aired on CBS instead of MTV (which couldn’t be bothered to interrupt their nonstop stream of the show Ridiculousness to air their signature awards show!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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McGee & Me Episode 2 "A Star in the Breaking" 35:49

2M ago35:49

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We are back to watching McGee & Me but we both think this episode is a huge improvement on the first episode! This time Nicholas must try to survive a Double Dare style show without being embarrassed on live TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Bodies” by Drowning Pool (f/ Kyle Kuchta) 1:03:39

2M ago1:03:39

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To be honest, when this week’s guest Kyle Kuchta pitched Drowning Pool’s “Bodies” to us for an episode, we braced ourselves for a terrible listening experience. Instead, what we got was some solid hard rock and a tragic story about vocalist Dave Williams, who seemed to be a solid dude with a great attitude who was taken from this world much too soo…

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Discussing Cartoons by Chris Rice 32:36

2M ago32:36

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This week we tackle a single song, "Cartoons" by Chris Rice. We cover his more recent controversies before discussing the long storied journey this song took to becoming a Youth Group classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Always Something There to Remind Me” by Naked Eyes (f/ Mark Popeney) 1:03:30

2M ago1:03:30

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This week on One Hit Thunder, we’re joined by special guest Mark Popeney of the Nevermind The Music podcast to discuss Naked Eyes and their 1983 hit “Always Something There to Remind Me.” Originally written by Burt Bacharach and Hal David, the song found new life in the synth pop era thanks to Naked Eyes' inventive production and reliance on cuttin…

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The W's "Fourth From The Last" 52:01

2M ago52:01

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This week Matt exposes Katie to the swinging sounds of The W's and their debut album Fourth From the Last! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Walking In Memphis” by Marc Cohn (f/ Evan Fonseca) 50:24

2M ago50:24

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In an attempt to combat a case of writer's block, struggling songwriter Marc Cohn took a trip to Memphis. A chance encounter at a café resulted in one of the most beloved adult contemporary songs of the 90s. “Walking In Memphis” has stood the test of time, and this week, we’re joined by Phantom of the Podpera co-host Evan Fonseca to touch down in t…

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How Visa Supports Creators as Small Businesses w/ Jonathan Kolozsvary 20:33

2M ago20:33

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Jonathan Kolozsvary, Global Head of Small Business at Visa, about the evolving landscape of the creator economy, emphasizing the importance of financial tools and resources tailored for creators. He highlights the recognition of creators as small businesses by Visa and the need…

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Veggie Tales "God Wants Me to Forgive Them!?!" (f/Marie Brand) 32:00

3M ago32:00

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We're back with another episode of VeggieTales and once again we're joined by Marie Brand of Napping Through Happy Hour to discuss episode 2 "God Wants Me To Forgive Them!?!" which introduced the beloved Grape family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“It Takes Two” by Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock 39:53

3M ago39:53

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HIT IT! Few tracks ignite a dance floor like Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock’s 1988 classic, “It Takes Two.” Built around an infectious sample from Lyn Collins’ “Think (About It),” this platinum-certified anthem didn’t just dominate clubs—it helped hip-hop cross over into the mainstream. Despite the duo’s explosive debut, follow-up efforts like Rob Base’s…

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KJ-52: 7th Avenue 41:00

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This week Katie and Matt revisit KJ-52's debut album 7th Avenue. KJ was one of the early artists they bonded over and while he has been remembered as a light-hearted goofy rapper, his debut album is DEADLY serious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Tainted Love by Soft Cell (f/Paul Menotiades) 45:06

3M ago45:06

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This week, our good friend Paul Menotiades returns to help us unpack the unlikely rise of Soft Cell’s 1981 synth-pop smash, “Tainted Love.” Originally a 1965 Northern Soul obscurity by Gloria Jones, Soft Cell's eerie, slowed-down cover became a global sensation, topping charts in 17 countries and spending a record-breaking 43 weeks on the U.S. Bill…

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A Thief in the Night (f/Diallo Jackson) 53:44

3M ago53:44

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This week we were joined by Diallo Jackson to talk about the 70's christian horror movie "A Thief in the Night" which scarred a generation of kids! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Geekscape

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“Runaway” by Del Shannon (f/ Scott Mellinger) 52:09

3M ago52:09

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In this episode, we're joined by special guest Scott Mellinger to explore Del Shannon's 1961 chart-topping hit, "Runaway." This early rock and roll classic is renowned for its haunting falsetto vocals and the groundbreaking Musitron solo—a keyboard instrument invented by Shannon's collaborator, Max Crook, that added a futuristic flair to the track.…