Best Matthew Castle Podcasts (2025)

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EP. 1604: Filmmaker Brandon Katcher (Resonance in the Castle)

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Resonance in the Castle, 17min., USA Directed by Brandon Katcher A mysterious castle breathes with light and color, drawing all who enter into its shifting embrace. Stained glass spills vivid hues across ancient stone, golden reflections dance over strange artifacts, and ethereal performances flare up like living paintings. Surreal, electric, and u…

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EP. 1603: Screenwriter Amy Kolquist (BEASTIES)

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Watch the best scene reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORLXdXShdAk Desperate to escape her abusive, Christian Nationalist family, a teenage girl finds an unlikely ally when a female werewolf from a pack dead set on killing her family lands in her home, and the attraction they develop for each other forces them into a fight for their very sur…

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Medieval Medicine with Prof. Deborah Hayden 54:49

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This week Prof. Deborah Hayden, our Head here in the Dept. of Early Irish, Maynooth University, explains what it was like both to go the, or become a, doctor in medieval Ireland! Taking us through a chronological development from the early medico-legal texts through the surge in scientific writing in the later Middle Ages she explains everything fr…

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The 'Games Set in Japan' Hall of Fame (plus Absolum and Ball X Pit) 1:39:36

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Following our moderately good episode about games set in Britain earlier this year, we assemble a list of the 10 key games set in Japan. Did we get it wrong? Probably. Plus: a mini 'What We've Been Playing' episode about two recent download games we've been digging! This week's music is from the Persona 4 soundtrack by Shoji Meguro. Hosted on Acast…

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EP. 1602: Filmmaker Mevlud Sabashvili (DIVIDING LINE)

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Dividing Line, 28min., Georgia Directed by Mevlud Sabashvili A woman finds the strength to leave an abusive relationship. A woman does not find the strength to leave an abusive relationship. https://www.facebook.com/mevludi.sabashvili Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? – I was motivated by format first. I had the idea …

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EP. 1601: MARIPOSA film team (DigiPen Institute of Technology)

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Mariposa, 5min,. USA Directed by Brook Vitovsky Mariposa’s world begins to unravel around her when she finds a mysterious butterfly. Conversation with director: Brook Vitovsky. producer: Cambria Cheney. composer: Chase Miller. artist/writer: EmmaLeigh Fleck. artist: Kiera Vermeal Get to know the filmmaker: What motivated you to make this film? Grow…

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Michael Parietti, Independent Candidate for Rockland County Executive 56:40

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By Hudson River Radio .com

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EP. 1600: Filmmaker Kyle Arneson (Meevil the Weevil: Breakfast of Champions)

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Meevil the Weevil: Breakfast of Champions, 4min., USA Directed by Kyle Arneson Meevil the Weevil is a little bug with big dreams of being a stuntman. “Breakfast of Champions” mixes stop motion animation with live action footage where we follow Meevil’s thrilling ride across a 1970s breakfast table on rocket roller skates. https://www.instagram.com/…

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EP. 1599: HIDDEN - THE KATI PRESTON Story Film Team

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Interview with the filmmaking team of the feature documentary. Director: Daniel Matmor. Producer: Jody Glover. Historian: Tom White. HIDDEN – The Kati Preston Story is a powerful journey seen through the eyes of a child—a firsthand account of a society’s slow and insidious descent into authoritarianism, dictatorship, and tyranny. Kati Preston’s joy…

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EP. 1598: Filmmaker Clare McKay (LIVING AN AMERICAN DREAM)

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LIVING AN AMERICAN DREAM, 45min., USA Directed by Clare McKay Two Haitian brothers, along with family and friends, discuss their experiences growing up adopted in a ranching lifestyle and how rodeo plays a part. A story of faith, passion, drive and following your dreams no matter where you’re from or plan to go. https://www.instagram.com/livinganam…

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EP. 1597: Screenwriter A.E. Guaaker (THE VILLAGE PHANTOM)

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Watch the Best Scene Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ew4yxfT2YUA Fiona Haegerbergh, a journalist for The Metro Standard, arrives in a rural Norwegian town to investigate rising drug use. Officially, she’s there to produce a webcast— but Fiona has her own agenda: uncovering the truth behind the recent suspicious death of a local drug dealer…

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EP. 1596: Filmmaker Anthony Joseph Spatafora (AN ANATOMY OF GRIEF)

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AN ANATOMY OF GRIEF, 15min., Canada Directed by Anthony Joseph Spatafora A mother grieving the death of her son while being haunted by his corpse. https://www.instagram.com/ananatomyofgrief_shortfilm/ What motivated you to make this film? It actually came to me in a dream I had a few years ago, where I lived in a reality where I had been gone for 1…

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What We've Been Playing (Ghost of Yotei, Silent Hill f, Baby Steps, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Revisited) 1:41:41

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Matthew has Covid! Poor chap. At least he got through all six seasons of Justified while recovering. Here are the games discussed this week: Silent Hill f, Ghost of Yotei, Baby Steps, No, I am not a human, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and the latest Golden Idol DLC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Celebrate Italian Heritage Month w/ Italian-American Scholars Anthony Julian Tamburri & Steve Cerulli 1:10:20

11d ago1:10:20

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Celebrate Italian Heritage Month with Italian-American Scholars Anthony Julian Tamburri and Steve Cerulli from the John D. Calandra Italian American Institute.By Hudson River Radio .com

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EP. 1595: Screenwriter Eric A Vasallo (A Polar Bear’s Nightmare)

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Watch the Best Scene Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kl_qNRmmZSs A grizzly bear and a polar bear mate as a result of climate change and in an attempt to find food for their “grolar bear” cub the male polar bear must leave the safety of their ice cave to hunt and find sustenance for his new family in a harsh and increasingly difficult envir…

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2206-James Marten-The Sixth Wisconsin and the Long Civil War: The Biography of a Regiment 1:00:00

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James Marten, author of "The Sixth Wisconsin and the Long Civil War: The Biography of a Regiment."By Impediments of War

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EP. 1594: Filmmaker/Musician Donna Weng Friedman (A SILENT CRY)

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“A Silent Cry” is a two-and-a-half-minute microfilm set in the Himalayan Mountains—one of the world’s most vital and fragile ecosystems. The film uses evocative visuals and music to highlight the urgent need to sustain and protect this unique environment, which is essential for countless species and provides life-sustaining resources for millions o…

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EP. 1593: Screenwriter Timothy Bradley Reinhold (THE HARMONY SAGA)

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By Matthew David Toffolo

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Iraqi Combat Veteran Karl van der Heyde discusses Veteran's Affairs 1:16:30

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By Hudson River Radio .com

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Podcast of Our Discontent w/ Thomas Chatterton Williams 3:07:58

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Thomas Chatterton Williams returns to the pod to talk about his new book Summer of Our Discontent: The Age of Certainty and the Demise of Discourse.

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Poets and Poetry with Dr Elizabeth Boyle 52:30

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Welcome back for season three! Hope you missed us as much as we missed recording our chats on all things medieval Ireland! Today we have Dr Elizabeth Boyle back for the first episode of the new season (as is becoming tradition) to learn about poets and poetry. We discuss everything from Poet-President Michael D. Higgins, the power of satire, constr…

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Reassuringly Finite (with Jon Denton) 2:01:51

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Music podcaster and former games journalist Jon Denton is our guest this week! Hear about Jon's journey from gamesTM to being pals with The Weeknd. This week's music is from the Super Mario World soundtrack by Koji Kondo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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EP. 1592: Screenwriter Nancy Franklin (ALL THE KING’S HORSES)

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Watch the Screenplay Reading: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgCnQQd1mmY In a 1960s rural community, a young girl navigates her coming-of-age only to discover family secrets of mental illness, love, and loss that change the course of her life. Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? It’s a coming-of-age story about a girl trying to …

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2205-Scott Ellsworth-Midnight on the Potomac: The Last Year of the Civil War, the Lincoln Assassination, and the Rebirth of America 1:00:00

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Scott Ellsworth, author of "Midnight on the Potomac: The Last Year of the Civil War, the Lincoln Assassination, and the Rebirth of America"By Impediments of War

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EP. 1591: Filmmaker Priscilla Zanni Bertran (CAST & BREW)

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Cast & Brew, 10min., Spain/USA Directed by Priscilla Zanni Bertran Cast & Brew is a comedy about an AD trying to manage a film set where coffee has been delayed, and the lead actor, Bruce, refuses to do any takes without his coffee first. Chaos erupts when Craft Services informs the AD and Producer about a worldwide collapse in the coffee supply ch…

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EP. 1590: Filmmaker Anthony Leckie (Even After (Prelude))

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An ancient realm awakens. Somewhere between the living and the dead, a long forgotten forest begins to blossom. An exploration of loss, rebirth, and what awaits after death. A music driven short film that relies on imagery and sensation to convey meaning and suggest narrative. Even After (Prelude) was produced through digital paintings methodically…

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EP. 1589: Filmmaker Matthew Putnam & Actor Darren Emery (The Christopher Nolan Experience)

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When struggling creative Christopher Nolan is dumped by his girlfriend upon her discovery that he is not the legendary director of films such as Oppenheimer and Interstellar, he decides to prove himself by staging a play adaptation of The Dark Knight. "The Christopher Nolan Experience" captures the behind-the-scenes efforts leading up to this antic…

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The Best Games of 2017 2:57:28

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A massive year for games, a bleak year for at least one giant man. One of our oldest and most popular podcast formats is back, more than two years after our 2016 episode! This week's music is from the Yakuza 0 soundtrack by Kensuke Inage and Yoshihiro Arai. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Dr. Paul Levinson discusses Free Speech and The First Amendment 58:10

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By Hudson River Radio .com

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Jimmy Krimmenal 1:56:41

26d ago1:56:41

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The ladies discuss Jimmy Kimmel's temporary cancellation, Trump's H-1B fee, and the new Kanye doc, In Whose Name?

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EP. 1588: Filmmaker Alexandru Hosu (Guillotine)

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Guillotine, 22min., Romania Directed by Alexandru Hosu https://www.instagram.com/hosu_de_biciclete/ —— Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpodBy Matthew David Toffolo

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Je Suis Charlie TEASER 3:22

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The ladies discuss the murders of Iryna Zarutska and Charlie Kirk.

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EP. 1587: Filmmaker Tom White (Connection)

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Conversation with filmmaker Tom White on the making of CONNECTION - a film he directed remotely. A government agent is tasked with interrogating a silent prisoner—but the true danger lies in whether the voice in his head is his own… or something else entirely. https://instagram.com/twch757 Director Statement I didn’t just direct Connection from my …

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Mailbag 1:31:05

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It's another mailbag. Topics discussed: Mr Kipling's Angel Slices, why Tomb Raider keeps needing reboots, Nintendo's struggles on the GameCube, Steve Martin and matching sandwiches to video games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Filmmaker Greg Mitchell & Matthew Seig from the Rivertown Film Society discuss "Cover-Ups, American Style" 1:02:28

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Frank and his guest, Filmmaker Greg Mitchell discuss "Cover-Ups, American Style" - a viewing from 4 of his most impactful films taking place at The Nyack Center on 9/24/25. Joining the conversation is Matthew Seig from the Rivertown Film Society.By Hudson River Radio .com

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2204-Jerilyn Lee-The Kinship of War: Stories of the United States Colored Troops 1:00:00

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Jerilyn Lee, author of "The Kinship of War: Stories of the United States Colored Troops"By Impediments of War

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EP. 1586: Filmmaker Heloísa Cardoso (SUBMERGED)

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A young woman waits for her lover for a secret trip. However, he does not show up and does not respond to her messages. That’s when strange and inexplicable events begin to happen in her house. She asks for help from her lover, who ignores her. Realizing that she is hopelessly alone, she gives up waiting for salvation and surrenders to her own shad…

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EP. 1585: Filmmaker Peter Andrew Coutavas (TROPOS)

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TROPOS, 2min., USA, Environmental Feature Director/Co-Writer: Peter Andrew Coutavas In the wake of sudden and alarming climate change, a team of brilliant citizens are assembled by the United States Government to counter the threat. Will they succeed in time? Or will private agendas get in the way? https://www.instagram.com/ardentroadproductions/ D…

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EP. 1584: Filmmakers Cherie Carson & Micha Dunston (SPLIT FOCUS)

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SPLIT FOCUS, 6min., Dance/Experimental Directed by Cherie Carson. DP/Editor: Micha Dunston "Split Focus" is a captivating dance film that delves into the intricate relationship between self-perception and external projection. Through mesmerizing shadow play, the film explores images of spirit and internal feelings versus outward appearances, prompt…

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EP. 1583: Screenwriter Ryan Armstrong (SADDLED WITH)

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Watch the best scene reading: https://youtu.be/biuPP3yLUY4 Get to know the writer: What is your screenplay about? A gunslinger is hired to rescue and return a young person to their family despite all outlaws, odds, and attire. What genres does your screenplay fall under? Western, Action, Drama Why should this screenplay be made into a movie? I beli…

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Two Giant Men Play Rockstar's Bully (Patreon Sampler) 1:52:47

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If you enjoy this episode, consider supporting us so we can make more Two Giant Men episodes just like it! As voted for by the listeners, we revisit Rockstar Vancouver's 2006 ode to high school life – as well as our own cursed teenage years. This week's music is from the amazing Bully soundtrack by Shawn Lee, which we neglected to talk about in the…

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EP. 1582: Filmmaker Ryleigh Kennedy (THE BODY)

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THE BODY, 6min.. Horror/Comedy Short Film Alex thinks she is at home alone, finishing up her "work," when her brother Ansel interrupts. Now, she must clean up all the evidence before he can see it. www.instagram.com/official.kennedy.productions Director Statement This film has been a seed in my mind for many years now. I put my blood, sweat, and te…

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Vax Scene 1:53:18

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The ladies discuss Trump and RFK Jr.'s public health battles and more.

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2203-Jonathan White and Lucas Morel-Measuring the Man: The Writings of Frederick Douglass on Abraham Lincoln 1:00:00

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Jonathan White and Lucas Morel, authors of "Measuring the Man: The Writings of Frederick Douglass on Abraham Lincoln"By Impediments of War

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EP. 1581: Filmmaker Kent Lloyd (WATERLOGGED)

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WATERLOGGED, 4min., USA, Action/Crime A cop gets under water with her CI's and needs to find a way out. Conversation with director Kent Lloyd on the making of the film. http://uvselfdefense.com/stunts https://www.instagram.com/spearheadstunts Director Statement Waterlogged is meant to be an auditory experience. I was inspired by all of my live danc…

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Labubu Trap TEASER 3:02

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The ladies discuss the lure of Labubu and the rise of "rightwing nihilism."

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EP. 1580: Filmmaker Ben Harl (MARA)

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MARA, 18min., USA, Horror/Thriller After years spent recovering from a botched exorcism, Jake prepares to reintegrate into society. However, the mounting pressures of everyday existence trigger a harrowing regression back into madness. Conversation with filmmaker Ben Harl https://www.instagram.com/scompassstudios/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://…

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EP. 1579: Filmmaker/Musician Matt Cargill (Glistening Benevolence)

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Glistening Benevolence, 6min., UK, Music Video Directed by Matt Cargill https://instagram.com/familydrone Sly & The Family Drone Unleash ‘Glistening Benevolence’: Take the trip into slime-drenched folk horror and the cosmic unknown. . . Neo-jazz wrecking-crew Sly & The Family Drone summon forth a new vision of terror and transcendence with the vide…

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EP. 1578: Filmmaker William Morris (ABSOLUTE ZERO)

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Bruce Hornsby's track "Absolute Zero" highlights this look into cold and the recesses of the waking mind. www.instagram.com/morris.film Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpodBy Matthew David Toffolo

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EP. 1577: Singer/Songwriter Olivia Millin (TTYL music video)

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Jpop Music Video shot in New York City's Times Square. Conversation with rising star Olivia Millin on the making of her music video with her team. http://oliviamillin.com/ https://instagram.com/oliviaamillinn Subscribe to the podcast: https://twitter.com/wildsoundpod https://www.instagram.com/wildsoundpod/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsoundpod…