Best Sean McGinity Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 296: JOEL ELLIS - Songs From The Road 1:42:40

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This week, we get songs and stories from the road from the man whose amazing pipes were on 2 albums that shoulda been huge: Mr. Joel Ellis! His vocal delivery for Cats In Boots and the supergroup: Heavy Bones in the late 80s – early 90s was next level. We had the opportunity to chat, nay, listen to the man about his adventures and musical journeys …

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Lez Hang Out! Ep. 317: God Save the Lesbian Bar w/ Lisa Cannistraci 41:22

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Leigh (@lshfoster) and Ellie (@elliebrigida) hang out with Lisa Cannistraci, the owner of Henrietta Hudson, the longest running lesbian bar in the country, (@henriettahudson), to chat about her experience running the bar. From taking Madonna on a tour of all of the lesbian bars in NYC, to Melissa Etheridge taking over the stage when the band starte…

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Episode 556 - Geeking With Karen Bee – Back To The Beginning, MCU and Superman 55:07

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In this episode, we dive deep into Ozzy Osbourne’s “Back to the Beginning” final concert and discuss whether Sammy Hagar was the low point of the show. Do the old Marvel movies still hold up, or were they just great at the time? We debate how the newer films lean too heavily on cheap pops and flashy money shots. Falcon and The Winter Soldier has ag…

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Ep. 295: 2025 Tony Awards – New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal 1:34:58

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It’s that time of the year when the boys get all spiffed up to attend the 2025 Tony Awards! No, not those Tony awards. The ones where we hand out golden pentagrams to bands that wear their denim and leather proudly! What’s old is new again with the re-interpretation of New Wave Of British Heavy Metal known as New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal! Th…

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The Queer Family Podcast, S19 E1: Gays With Kids Founder Brian Rosenberg 1:02:31

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Another feed swap this week - with The Queer Family Podcast with Jaimie Kelton! . . . Jaimie sits down with Brian Rosenberg, longtime advocate, dad of three, and founder of Gays With Kids and GWK Academy. From navigating HIV and homophobia in the '80s to building a beautiful family through adoption and surrogacy, Brian shares his powerful story wit…

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Episode 555 – Geeking With Karen Bee: Portals, Page-Turners & Swamp Things 50:25

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In this episode, we (finally!) settle into our brand new studio setup and catch up on all the books, stories, and strange obsessions that have been filling our shelves—and our heads—lately. From the heartbreak and food memories of Crying in H Mart to the surreal mythology of The Spear Cuts Through Water, we share what’s moved us, confused us, or ju…

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Ep. 294: Covers From Beyond!!! Beneath The Hair - 80s Glam Metal Crossover 1:54:09

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This week is an epic crossover event: one about sex, spandex, and rock 'n’ roll, and about bands playing other bands' songs. You can call them: glam metal, hair metal, cock rock, or hard rock… We call them Summer Party Anthems! Whether it’s played straight note-for-note or completely re-interpreted, bands love to pay tribute to great songs that the…

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Shame Spiral, S1 E32: "You're Not Gonna Call Me Dirty Because You Feel Dirty" w/ Robby Hoffman 1:32:46

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Cruising is taking a a short summer hiatus and, in the meantime, sharing episodes from other queer podcasts we love! First up is Shame Spiral with psychotherapist-turned-comedian Ely Kreimendahl. This is her hilarious interview with comedian Robby Hoffman (Hacks, Workin' Moms, The Chris Gethard Show, Odd Squad, Just For Laughs), which originally ai…

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Episode 554– Lawn Caring for Ozzy, Writing the Songs Of Vinnie Vincent 1:43:17

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Wildfires and torrential rains kick things off, giving way to an unexpected deep dive into lawn care—think mowers, stubborn mushrooms, invasive roots, and the perils of septic tanks. The conversation meanders through the joys and woes of home maintenance: unblocking drains, swapping out bathtubs, and the unique challenges that tall folks face in th…

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Ep. 293: Swamp Things – Bluesy, Dirgey Rock n’ Punk n’ Metal - quatre 1:38:20

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It’s hot! Damn hot! Especially here in the deep south of the USA, where we also add a layer of humidity for you to chew on. So, with that, the good Captain brings to you some swampy, creepy, backwater blues and southern gothic goodness that runs the gamut of rock n’ punk n’ metal! Go sit out on your front porch, grab your Sunday paper for fanning y…

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Definition of 'Band': Unpacking Modern Music Group Dynamics 17:36

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Sean delves deep into the evolving definition of what constitutes a "band," contrasting traditional setups with modern vocal groups. Through insightful musings, he questions whether instruments are necessary for forming a band, offering a fresh perspective on musical collaborations in today's entertainment landscape. Tune in for an engaging discuss…

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Episode 553 – BS Raps Is Back With Some New Tracks 1:12:45

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BS Raps has once more returned to the show. We spin some of the tracks on his upcoming joint with the Northern Royals. And he presides over some ranting by both Todd and Sean. Can he contain their madness. #podcast #music #bsraps204 #northernroyals #winnipeg #manitoba #hiphop #indie Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcast Patreon: https://www.p…

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Ep. 292: Sumthin’ Smells Funky Vol.XI! – Move & Groove 1:27:25

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This week it’s damn hot, and we are smellin’ sumthin’ sticky, stanky, and funky! It’s time to get our groove on and back down to funky town. So, once again: turn on your lava lamps, slip into some velvet, and your highest platform boots, and pick your funky dos to spherical perfection! That’s right, funky junkies… It’s a Funk Rock extravaganza! Wha…

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Michelle Axelson on Womencrafts Provincetown, the "dyke discount," and existing within a spectrum of a community 43:30

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Womencrafts is one of only 13 feminist book stores left in the country, and a pillar of Provincetown, MA. This week, we sit down with Michelle Axelson, the owner of Womencrafts since taking over in 2015. Michelle shares the history of the shop (first owned by lesbians in 1976), how she found her place in Ptown, and why so many people have come out …

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Episode 552 – Metal Shoppe 107 – HR Be Damned 1:22:17

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Georgia Lunch has made their return, HR regulations or not! We chat about local Winnipeg breweries and sampling their beers. Morgath and the Silmarion come up, as do musings on Jesus from Lord of the Rings, his skills in Kung Fu, and of course, the infamous ring of fire. Promotions for Sean and Tony are celebrated, and the enduring mystery of Kiss …

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Ep. 291: Arcane Sounds From The Big SCREAM featuring Ron Keel, Kaitlyn Jaynne, & Melody Portnoy 1:37:51

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Christmas in July??? No, it’s Goth-uly… or something like that! Join us as we celebrate the premiere of the horror film BEGINNING OF THE END with cast members: RON KEEL, KAITLYN JAYNNE, & MELODY PORTNOY!!! Yep, a follow-up from last year’s chat with Writer / Producer / Director Terry R. Wickham about his terrifying film. This is a first for us as w…

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Episode 551 – Metal Shoppe 106: The Beast (From HR) featuring Georgia Lunch 1:37:25

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It is Day 106 in the trailer behind the Metal Shoppe. And HR has sent Georgia “The Beast” Lunch to check in on Sean and Rory. Will Peeping Tom be on his best behaviour and wear pants? Will Tony permanently free himself from the lunchroom. Will someone make a faux pas? And will some metal get played? #podcast #music #metal #heavymetal What's Followi…

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Ep. 290: Monstrous Montages - AOR III 1:48:46

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Remember, people: there’s no easy way out, but you’re the best. There’s no stopping you. You’ve got the touch. You’ve got the power. Oh yeah, it’s time once again for some of that amazingly inspirational AOR montage music! Be all you can be, feel the burn, and bring it! This episode is rooted in all 3 categories of lost, forgotten, and should have …

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Sean Monaghan and Susanna Stein on Stud Country, Big Apple Ranch, and the history of queer country western dancing 53:32

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We're diving into the rich history and culture of queer country western dancing. First, Sean Monaghan will share the story of Stud Country - how he discovered queer line dancing at the historic Oil Can Harry's, and how (along with his cofounder, Bailey) Sean founded Stud Country and brought about a renaissance of country western dancing to a younge…

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Episode 550 - Toilet Seats, Fence Fails, and Dad’s Cowboy Dreams: A Canadian Tire Confessional 1:29:25

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We get into a lively discussion about toilet seats and bidets, exploring the importance of both height and comfort. Sean shares the saga of building a fence—detailing water retention, swollen wood, and the consequences of overwatering. After hand-augering four-foot post holes, Sean credits DDP Yoga and staying hydrated with saving him from being be…

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Ep. 289: Ghost-Fest 2025 1:31:15

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InObscuria Podcast proudly presents: the 5th annual Ghost-Fest Live at the Old Smyrna Firehouse, celebrating America’s Independence! This is another floating room only event for all spirits, specters, wraiths, phantoms, and the hottest ghouls! Featuring performances by an All-American line-up of the living, the dead… and the living dead. What is it…

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Episode 549 – Relistening to Episode 285 with the Reel Debaters: Roundtable 1:03:33

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We go back in time when we had two members of the Reel Debaters discussing the casting of Brian K Vaughan’s Roundtable, one of the most talked about Hollywood scrips of all time that never got turned into a movie. #podcast #movies #debate #versus #briankvaughan #saga #roundtable #ythelastman Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcast Patreon: http…

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Ep. 288: Oh, Canada! Deux - Featuring Sean McGinity 2:09:53

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The boys are tired of all of this drama with our neighbors in the Great White North! So, they decided to fix it the only way they know how… With tariff busting riffage that will have everyone screaming: Oh, Canada!!! To present this cornucopia of uniquely Canadian bands we needed an expert. Welcome the voice of Winnipeg to your earholes; from the S…

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Heather Purser on passing same sex marriage in her tribe, and meeting the love of her life at 7 years old 44:37

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Our Guest this week, Heather Purser, made headlines back in 2011 when she single handedly passed same-sex marriage in the Suquamish tribe in Seattle, Washington. Today, Heather is a Suquamish lesbian activist and commercial diver! She shares her story of accepting her own identity, finding her childhood crush, and making space for herself within he…

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Episode 548 – Metal Shoppe 104: The Center We Decentralize 1:58:28

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It is Day 104 in the trailer behind the Metal Shoppe. The boys are back to talk about the amazing Lee Aaron, Metal For Breakfast, the best way to wield a sword, Jared Leto in Star Wars, the spirit of Gentleman Ghost, did Tony escape the lunchroom, what happened with ALF, the consequences of playing chicken with a press, unconditional air, the rando…

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Ep. 287: BILLY SHEEHAN – Songs From The Road 1:53:53

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This week, we get songs and stories from the road from the one and only bassist extraordinaire: Mr. Billy Sheehan! We had the opportunity to chat with the icon about his adventurous musical journeys, cats, and deviled ham! Kevin was on the verge of imploding as this conversation completed his goal to have a chat with his holy bass trinity of Geddy,…

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Episode 547 – The Key to the Con of Spotify and the Nostalgia of Video Stores 1:47:21

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Sean is running on empty while Todd shares frustrations about emails from Meta and the chaos surrounding people’s photos and videos. They delve into topics like the differences between phone photography and 35mm, space management on services like OneDrive and Google Drive, and maintenance challenges with pre-diagnostics. The episode takes a detour …

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Ep. 286: Pulling The Plug… Acoustic Rock n’ Punk n’ Metal 4 1:29:35

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This week we celebrate bands that can re-imagine their songs with acoustic instruments and still rock! We are pulling the plug… and gasping for air… guitars! Electric artists have been playing acoustically since the beginning of recorded music. Most songwriters start the process with an acoustic instrument and capturing the sound of a song on just …

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Holly Near on Women's Music, Jane Fonda's Free The Army Tour, and music as activism 1:02:39

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Holly Near is a world-renowned singer and activist, known for producing music with powerful political messaging - she sings about war, racism, queer love and much more. She is one of the early pioneers of Women's Music (also known as radical lesbian feminist music) and the first lesbian to come out in People Magazine in 1975. Holly started her poli…

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Episode 546: Looking Back at Episode 230 – All Sweden 1:12:46

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In this retro episode from 2019, we brought on Bifanaboy204 and Paulo Picante to discuss our spike in downloads from Sweden. Picante brings in some games to help us appreciate Swedish culture and the show completely goes off the rails. #podcast #Sweden #Swedish #culture #games Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon…

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Ep. 285: Under The Grunge Part 7 1:26:44

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This week, we lace up our Doc Martins and hike over to the Pacific Northwest to the home of GRUNGE! We discuss bands outside the usual suspects of Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains, and Pearl Jam. Your hosts fondly remember this time, as we were young adults when the Seattle scene invaded all US rock n’ roll avenues. In retrospect, this sounds …

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Episode 545: - Geeking With Karen Bee: Storygraph of Nolan Judge 1:24:27

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Karen Bee and Sean talk about some of the books they have been reading since last time, the joy of The Children’s Hospital Book Fair and how great Storygraph is. Among many others, they cover James, RF Kuang, Before The Coffee Gets Cold, Emma Donoghue, Death Kanji, Halls Of The Turnip King, Between Two Fires, and get into cooking with the wonderful…

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Episode 284: Diggin’ Up Sum PUNX! –The 2nd Wave 1:41:20

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This week we travel back in time to just after the dawn of PUNK ROCK (1978-1981)! We discuss bands influenced by the 1st wave who then took punk into various sub-genres. If you don’t think Punk is for you based on secondhand information, we ask that you listen with an open mind and prepare to get out some aggression. This episode features songs wit…

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Angela Denise Davis on ZAMI NOBLA and moving through the world as a Black, blind, lesbian. 1:03:17

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This week, we sit down with Angela Denise Davis, the creative director and podcast host for ZAMI NOBLA - the National Organization of Black Lesbians on Aging. She's also a scholar, organizer, minister, and Ukulele instructor. ZAMI NOBLA, founded in 2011 by Angela's partner Mary Anne Adams, is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to empowerin…

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Episode 544: Breaking Julie Doiron & The Wooden Stars 55:36

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Julie Doiron's Juno-winning album marked a significant milestone in her career and is considered one of the greatest albums by a Canadian songwriter. This album captivated many with its original ideas and songwriting. It was also the first time Julie reunited with a band since her Sub Pop days with Eric’s Trip. #podcast #music #MusicHistory #Canadi…

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Ep. 283: Sounds From Outer Space - Jupiter(V) 1:31:56

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This week, we decided to change history by launching into the stratosphere just like Katy Perry and that lady Oprah loves! A new discovery at the pyramids of Giza sends us on a 7-song mission straight to Jupiter. This is another episode guaranteed to be a trippy journey through time and space with our favorite astronauts, Cosmokrauts, and Galactic …

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Episode 543: Metal Shoppe 103 – You Can’t Bring Anthony Down 2:08:34

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From the bowels of the lunchroom, Tony Kitaen sends a memo that might just save him from the Metal Lord. Oh and we play some metal. #podcast #music #metal Lachryma Ghost • Lachryma • 2025 You Can't Bring Me Down Suicidal Tendencies • Lights...Camera...Revolution • 1990 The Devil Rides Out Reverend Bizarre • II: Crush the Insects • 2007 When The Scr…

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Ep. 282: Rock N Pod - Music City Made Part 2 1:36:35

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This week, the finale of our trilogy of episodes or our experience at the Nashville Rock N Pod Expo 2025! As we stated in our last episode, Nashville has become the new rock n’ roll capital in recent years. This is part 2 of our interviews with more of Nashville’s best new bands. Since the town is called “Music City”, you can expect these bands to …

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I'm Baby and Denise Gaylord on Dyke Drag 49:56

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For the first time, we feature two interviews - two dykes, from two different generations - on the same concept: Dyke Drag. First, we'll hear from I'm Baby, a Brooklyn drag performer who started an event they call "Dyke Drag" which brings gender-diverse drag to sapphic spaces around the city. In Act 2, we meet Denise Gaylord, a local Ptown lesbian …

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Episode 542 – Looking back at Episode 342: Kiss My ****List 1:03:47

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A retro look back to October 2021 when our cousin Danny (from the Kiss cover band Love Guns) joins us to pick the worst song on each of the first 3 Kiss albums. What were yours? We finish with one of our Dome songs that fits the closest to the Kiss vibe, Redefined. https://open.spotify.com/track/0kpyUdPBGOzQKqlzaVMxGe?si=5673576de2914abf #podcast #…

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Ep. 281: Rock N Pod - Music City Made Part 1 1:23:37

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This week continues our experience at the Nashville Rock N Pod Expo 2025! Much like Hollywood in the 80s and Seattle in the 90s, Nashville has become the new rock n’ roll capital in recent years. This is part 1 of our interviews with some of Nashville’s best new bands. Being that the town is called “Music City”, you can expect these bands to have a…

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Episode 541 – Gear Acquisition Syndrome, Brothers, and Josh 51:14

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We are thrilled to welcome Josh to the show for the first time. Right from the start, he and Todd dive into an in-depth discussion on gear, covering topics like GAS, Allan Holdsworth gear, the EVH Wolfgang, the EVH Frankie, and the '78 Eruption Guitar. They also touch on Rock and Pod, Tora Tora, Salty Dog, music separation, "November Rain" and Matt…

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Ep. 280: Rock N Pod Wild Card 2025 2:06:10

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This week is our full account of our experience at the Nashville Rock N Pod Expo 2025! Once again, we played a little game at the Rock N Pod Expo with the brightest podcasters and artists. If you’ve listened to the show before, you know this is called WILD CARD… If you want to play along at home, visit our socials and look for the RnP banner pictur…

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Robin Tyler on the fight for marriage equality, and getting arrested for 'female impersonation' 40:38

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Robin Tyler is a history-making activist and stand-up comic, that's been on the scene since moving to New York City in the 1960's. Robin is a treasure trove of punchlines and queer history. She shares some of her most famous stories - like making a name for herself as a female impersonator, calling for 3 Marches on Washington, being the first out g…

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Episode 540: Looking back at Episode 308 Trapped In My Head 1:26:45

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Originally released in Feb 2021, Episode 308 remains a top pick featuring Stanley Brooks Hamilton & Beau Belharry. We revisit their story, friendship, and the song that captured it all. 🎶 https://music.apple.com/us/song/trapped/1502576189 #podcast #music #indie #winnipeg #friendship Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcast Patreon: https://www.p…

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Ep. 279: Grave Mistake: BLUE ÖYSTER CULT Shoulda Been Huge!!! Pt.1 with Tony "The Chairman" Griggs 2:07:20

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This week, we received our annual audit visit from corporate! That’s right, The Chairman not only graced us with his presence, but he demanded we deliver to you this episode: “Grave Mistake: BÖC Shoulda Been Huge!!!”. One could argue that selling 24M albums would negate “Shoulda Been Huge” treatment. However, when most folks can only name 3 songs b…

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Episode 539: Burning Bright with Ash and The Arsonists, Quoth The Sun, and Balder’s Gate 3 52:29

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Join us as we discuss the thrill of returning to live shows, the complications of the recent tariff issues, and celebrate the release of Ash and The Arsonists' new EP, Burn. We'll share memories from our days in the music scene, spotlighting bands like Quoth The Sun and their captivating singer, Holly Rose. Additionally, we'll explore the intriguin…

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Ep. 278: Acid Rock n' Proto Metal From The Crypt Vol. VII 1:22:58

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This week is the seventh volume of our deep dive into the trippy and groovy beginnings of the heavy stuff! Cut your lava lamp on, gaze at that blacklight poster through the haze of smoke, and join your favorite rock n’ roll grave robbers as they dig deep into the core of 70s Acid Rock n’ Proto Metal crypt to unearth some obscure bands that helped i…

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Activist Sue Say on the Greenham Common Women’s Peace Encampment, organizing in prisons, and annoying the police as best you can 1:13:20

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The Greenham Common Women’s Peace Encampment was an anti-nuke encampment outside of a US military base in England, that women (and loads of lesbians) occupied from 1981 all the way through 2000. Fed up with male-on-male violence, and society's expectations on women, Sue Say joined the protest in its very beginnings as an 18-year-old. There, every d…

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Episode 538 – Breaking Volume’s The World 59:41

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Volume’s The World EP was a hint of an upcoming release that never happened. One of the best EP’s to ever come out of Winnipeg, nay out of Canada, the majestic sound of Volume spoke to me. With unbelievable live performances this band was set to ignite the world, but fizzled after the band slowly fell apart. Two of my favorite episodes of our show …