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History is full of the extraordinary. Each week, we'll transport you back in time to witness history's most incredible moments and remarkable people. New episodes Mondays, or a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. With Noiser+ you'll also get ad-free listening and exclusive content. For more information, head to noiser.com/subscriptions For advertising enquiries, email [email protected] Hosted by John Hopkins. Production: Katrina Hughes, Kate Simants, Nicole Edmunds, Jacob Booth, Dorry Macau ...
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No Lies Just BS

Nick Swartz

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Listen to Nick Swartz tell stories about his life. From growin' up in the small VA mountain town of Clifton Forge to his entry into and career in the tattoo industry. All the rough upbringin', punk rock, family, country, skateboardin', good eatin', blues, ass-kickin', tattooed, hard to believe but addictin' to perceive bullshit that can be packed into each episode. His brother Josh helps out and the guests are the best of the best.
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The Man Who Would Be King tells the story of two British adventurers in British India who become kings of Kafiristan, a remote part of Afghanistan. It was inspired by the exploits of James Brooke, an Englishman who became the “white Raja” of Sarawak in Borneo, and by the travels of American adventurer Josiah Harlan, who claimed the title Prince of Ghor. The story was first published in The Phantom Rickshaw and other Tales (Volume Five of the Indian Railway Library, published by A H Wheeler & ...
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Reel Geeks

HereEgo Productions

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Geeksploitation Entertainment Presents: ‘Reel Geeks’, a movie review show for geeky cinema (e.g. films in genres like sci-fi, fantasy, action, horror, etc., and/or categorized as comic book based, video game based, etc.) Classic Episodes release Wednesday, New Episodes release every Monday In association with HereEgo Productions
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It's Christmas, Take Me To Church (But Maybe Learn The Sign Of The Cross First) Minutes 101-105 The House Party Protocol finally activates in Iron Man 3 as Tony's entire arsenal of suits joins the fight. Meanwhile, Rob and Kyle delight in the buddy cop chemistry between Tony and Rhodey before the cavalry arrives, even as they question why these two…
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Anne Frank is one of the world’s most famous writers, yet she didn’t live long enough to see her work published. At the age of thirteen, Anne was a normal teenager, who poured her heart into a diary. But what made her diary different, was that she created within its pages a snapshot of the darkest events of World War Two, detailing the Nazi occupat…
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It has been since the first hundred episodes of the show, but now finally Annette LaRue has returned for some of that conversation we all love. She talks with Nick about all kinds of things from back in the day, plus many opinions on how things are now. Both good and bad. Her and Steve Tiberi came up to Alley Cat from Electromagnetic Tattoo down in…
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Let's Play Barrel of Monkeys (With Real People) Minutes 96-100 In one of Iron Man 3's most spectacular sequences, Tony Stark attempts to save thirteen people falling from Air Force One in a real-life version of the classic children's game. However, the hosts discover that not everything about this heroic moment is quite what it seems. Breaking Down…
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Alfred Hitchcock was one of the most celebrated film directors of all time. In a career that spanned six decades, he produced more than 50 films, including Britain’s first successful talking picture. His countless awards and accolades earned him a reputation as the ‘Master of Suspense’, but how did an introverted working class boy come to dominate …
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In a long life, spanning the late 19th and early 20th century, Antoni Gaudi created some of history’s best-loved architecture. From his early lamppost designs, through to his great unfinished masterpiece, his unmistakable works are world renowned, inimitable, and iconic to this day. But how did a man who began life as a sickly child become one of h…
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Allez, Allez! The Liverpool Fan's Last Stand Minutes 91-95 The hosts dive into some of Iron Man 3's most action-packed minutes, as Trevor Slattery reveals his football allegiances while the Vice President shows his true colors. Meanwhile, Air Force One becomes the site of an intense showdown that pushes the boundaries of both physics and plot logic…
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Throughout their centuries-long dynasty, the Romanovs oversaw the transformation of Russia from a fragmented medieval state, into a vast empire. Despite their power though, the period of the Romanovs was plagued by violence, assassinations, and the heavy hand of autocratic rule. Then, in 1917, the course of Russian history took an irreversible turn…
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Holley Setzer was visiting Alley Cat Tattoo to do a guest spot at the shop and fit in a conversation with Nick while she was there. Holley came up to the Friendly City from Henrico, VA down near Richmond. She's been tattooing a long while and you'll hear about it, but you'll also hear a lot about the great outdoors. And goats. Especially goats. So …
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Fire Breathing and Bikini Ping Pong Minutes 86-90 In these action-packed minutes of Iron Man 3, Tony's armor arrives piece by piece at improbable speeds while the hosts debate the physics and logistics of this fan-favorite sequence. The tension builds as Tony encounters Trevor Slattery, leading to a reunion with Rhodey that kicks off the film's bud…
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The Anglo-Saxon period, also known as the ‘Dark Ages’ stretched from the withdrawal of Roman forces in 410 AD to the conquest of England by William of Normandy in 1066. The period is remembered by the legends that emerged from it, such as the tales of Beowulf and King Arthur, but it was also a time populated by very real historical figures: Alfred …
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A Movie of Punks Minutes 81-85 A pivotal sequence in Iron Man 3 reveals Aldrich Killian's master plan while delivering gut-wrenching emotional blows. Tony Stark, now captive, watches helplessly as Maya Hansen attempts redemption before meeting a shocking end, while Pepper Potts undergoes a terrifying transformation with Extremis. Behind the Scenes …
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Victory in Europe Day brought the curtain down on a horrific conflict that decimated a continent and upended the world. But the price of victory over fascism was impossibly high. Many millions had been killed, and vast areas of Europe had been all but destroyed. VE Day signalled the end of Nazi Germany, and yet the war on the Pacific Front was stil…
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Comin' down the road from Paradise Tattoo up in D.C. Nate Smith joins Nick in the friendly city, home of the NLJBS studio in Alley Cat Tattoo. Don't miss another great tale of some excellent tattooers, shops and stories. It's a great hang and a good time. And don't forget to check out Shop Talk over on youtube. It's the same great discussions you c…
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I Wouldn't Go In There For 20 Minutes Minutes 76-80 In a pivotal reveal of Iron Man 3, Tony Stark finally confronts the Mandarin, only to discover he's actually Trevor Slattery - a washed-up British actor playing a role. The hosts explore this controversial twist, with Rob noting how his opinion of the film has evolved during this rewatch, particul…
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For more than two centuries, between the late 1400s and early 1700s, a terror of witches gripped Europe. From Scotland to Spain, thousands of people were accused, tortured and executed. But as the hysteria faded in Europe, it crossed the Atlantic. In 1692, in New England, it took hold of a small Puritan settlement in Massachusetts - Salem. The even…
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Death by Electrified Oven Mitt Minutes 71-75 In these action-packed minutes of Iron Man 3, Tony Stark channels his inner MacGyver as he transforms everyday hardware store items into weapons. After learning the Mandarin's location in Miami, Tony embarks on a creative assault that shows his resourcefulness even without his signature armor. Breaking I…
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Measuring 240 feet long from paw to tail, and around the height of a six-story building, the Great Sphinx is one of Egypt’s most spectacular, and mysterious, monuments. Believed to have been built over four millennia ago, much of its story has been lost to history, and the rest is shrouded in myth. So what do we know about who built it? What caused…
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Justin Weatherholz flew down from NY to the NLJBS studios in Alley Cat Tattoo to have a sit down with Nick. They talk about music and tattoos and most importantly the fact that 2025 is the final year for Justin's Pagoda City Tattoo Fest. After ten years of great artists and fun times up in PA, the convention will end with one final weekend of hangi…
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Her Particular Rockets Landed on the Wrong Planet Minutes 66-70 These pivotal minutes of Iron Man 3 reveal shocking truths as Tony uncovers the connection between AIM and the Extremis program, while Maya Hansen shows her true colors. Meanwhile, the Iron Patriot continues his frustrating search for the Mandarin, leading to some particularly awkward …
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PT Barnum may be better known as the loose subject of the movie The Greatest Showman, but his life was so much more than that work of fiction. A master of entertainment, an entrepreneur, and a genius of publicity, he built a career on feeding public curiosity with his grand illusions. But his legacy is complicated, as many of his attractions reflec…
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This is a taster episode of a brand-new podcast from the Noiser podcast network. Join host Paul McGann as he explores life and death on the most famous ship in history. You’ll be right there on board - setting sail from Southampton, chugging across the Atlantic, striking the iceberg and sinking into the icy depths. We’ll hear the harrowing tales of…
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Something Magical is Happening Minutes 61-65 The Mandarin's most chilling broadcast yet takes center stage in these pivotal minutes of Iron Man 3, as Ben Kingsley delivers a terrifying performance that leads to heated debate between Kyle and Rob about whether the apparent execution was real or another layer of deception. Meanwhile, Tony Stark's inv…
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The later Tudor years were a time of turmoil, political intrigue, and national transformation. Initially defined by crises of succession, and shifts in the religious landscape, the period went on to see the reign of some of the most famous royal women in history. And, under the 44-year reign of Queen Elizabeth I, Britain experienced a golden age of…
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Nick and Alex Lee go way back to the early Alley Cat days in Harrisonburg and he's a great friend and fan of the show for every episode to date. Check out this great conversation between two old friends about music, tattoos and work. Alex was a huge help in preparing the new location for Alley Cat. He built the walls of all the stations and helped …
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That Could Be The Name of My Autobiography Minutes 56-60 These action-packed minutes of Iron Man 3 showcase Tony Stark's ingenuity and wit as he faces off against two extremis-powered opponents. While Rob and Kyle praise the special effects and Tony's relationship with Harley, they note some editing issues that impact the sequence's coherence. Brea…
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The Tudors are the most famous royal family in English history, ruling from 1485 to 1603. The dynasty began with the reign of King Henry VII, and ended with his granddaughter, Elizabeth I. Marked by political, religious, and cultural change, the Tudor era shaped the course of English history, and paved the way for modern Britain. But how did the fi…
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IM3 Minutes 51-55: Crazy, Right? Yeah. Minutes 51-55 These action-packed minutes of Iron Man 3 seamlessly blend intense drama with screwball comedy as Tony Stark confronts both his PTSD and extremist soldiers in a small-town bar. The sequence features stellar character acting, including what Rob and Kyle consider a perfect one-word performance from…
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The explorer, Christopher Columbus, is famous for reaching the Americas and opening up a new world to European pioneers. But though his determination and skills were second to none, he eventually fell out of favour at home and abroad, and was unwelcome even in the very colonies he’d founded. Contrary to popular misconception, Columbus never set foo…
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Long time friend of the show Christopher Scott came down from Electric Sabbath in MD to hang out with Nick and talk tattoos and all kinds of other activities. Beginning with a long historical discussion around the treasures he recovered from the earth and brought to show Nick, all the way to the talks about tattoos and art you've come to know and l…
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The Mechanic and The Watch Minutes 46-50 Tony Stark forms an unlikely alliance with young Harley while investigating mysterious events in Tennessee, as Iron Man 3 continues to explore the human side of its protagonist. Meanwhile, Pepper discovers Tony's survival message, and we get our first glimpse behind the Mandarin's curtain. Breaking Down the …
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Before Johannes Gutenberg’s revolutionary invention, knowledge was a privilege accessible only to the wealthy, the powerful, or the devout. In this world, ideas travelled slowly, and were constrained by the limits of human hand. So when, in the mid-15th century, Gutenberg invented the printing press, it became so much more than a machine. Ideas cou…
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Yeah. Dads Leave. No Need to Be a Pussy About It. Minutes 41-45 In this episode of Marvel Movie Minute, Kyle Olson and Rob Kubasko dive into minutes 41 through 45 of Iron Man 3, where Tony Stark finds himself stranded in the snowy woods of Tennessee after a harrowing escape from his destroyed mansion. The hosts discuss Tony's questionable decision-…
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One of the world’s most influential composers, Ludwig van Beethoven changed the course of Western music. Despite losing his hearing, he created some of history’s most celebrated works, and his compositions are renowned for their emotional depth, innovation, and freshness to this day. But how did an unpolished youth from the German Rhineland rise to…
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After his good friend Mario Desa shot the shit with Nick a few episodes back, and with the release of his new book "Tales of a Tattoo Apprentice," Julio Avila decided to hop on a plane from Milwaukee, Wisconsin to DC, drive down to Alley Cat Tattoo and hang out with Nick for a day. The result is a killer couple of hours talking about all kinds of t…
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That's Great, But We're Out of Pianos Minutes 36-40 In this action-packed episode of Marvel Movie Minute, Kyle Olson and Rob Kubasko dive into minutes 36 through 40 of Iron Man 3. As they navigate the intense attack on Tony Stark's Malibu mansion, the hosts analyze Pepper's first time in the suit, the suit's power issues, and Jarvis's questionable …
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Nestled deep in the heart of Beijing, the Forbidden City stands as one of the world’s greatest architectural marvels. Built in the early 15th century as the secretive seat of imperial rule, it’s the largest palace complex anywhere in the world, and the biggest wooden structure on earth. But how did an audacious coup lead to the construction of this…
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Jarvis Can't Scan Helicopters, But He Can Recreate Crime Scenes! Minutes 31-35 In this episode of Marvel Movie Minute, Kyle Olson and Rob Kubasko dive into minutes 31 through 35 of Iron Man 3. As they explore this action-packed segment, they discuss Jarvis's virtual crime scene reconstruction, Tony Stark's confrontation with Dr. Maya Hansen, and th…
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During World War Two, the Battle of Stalingrad was one of the most brutal engagements of the entire conflict, and would go on to be one of the bloodiest battles in the history of warfare. Over a course of six months, Soviet forces fought to defend their city against the German Army, where an estimated 1 million Soviet soldiers, and 800,000 Axis tro…
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The second podcast from Nick's recent trip to Philly is with Kevin Borowski from Iron Hand Tattoo in Rhode Island. Kevin has been in the game for over thirty years and there are a ton of killer stories from the past on this episode that you don't want to miss. Truly a legendary tale of tattoo past in the upper north east of the U.S. there are too m…
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The Party's Over: Iron Man 3 Edition Minutes 26-30 In this episode of Marvel Movie Minute, Kyle Olson and Rob Kubasko tackle minutes 26 through 30 of Iron Man 3. As they dive into this action-packed segment, they discuss the explosive confrontation between Happy and Savin at the Chinese Theater, the mind-blowing Extremis effects, and Tony Stark's b…
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Pablo Picasso was one of the most celebrated and radical artists of the 20th century. His styles shocked and outraged contemporaries, and are still instantly recognisable today. But while the artist was publicly fêted, behind closed doors there was a darker side, and many of his female companions protested at his behaviour. So what drove Picasso to…
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A Piping Hot Mess Minutes 21-25 of Iron Man 3: From Intimate Moments to Ominous Encounters These pivotal minutes of Iron Man 3 showcase Tony Stark's vulnerability alongside growing threats, as we transition from an intimate confession scene to mysterious activities at the Chinese Theatre. The sequence masterfully balances character development with…
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Leader of the Wild Bunch gang, Butch Cassidy was a legendary American criminal who engineered infamous bank and train robberies across the West in the late 19th century. His charisma and careful planning ensured he eluded capture for years. And when, in 1901, he fled the law to South America with his partner, the Sundance Kid, reports differ as to …
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Another year, another trip to Philadelphia to attend the hotel room across from the convention. First up is Philly legend Martin Lacasse. After a killer tour of Olde City Tattoo, Nick got to chill with one of its longest running tattooers. This is a great episode full of old stories and plenty of tattoo talk. Check it out if you love tattoo history…
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Smart Man, Smart Phone, Smart Move Minutes 16-20 of Iron Man 3: Inside Killian's Mind These pivotal minutes of Iron Man 3 explore Aldrich Killian's high-tech pitch to Pepper Potts, while simultaneously revealing Tony's growing isolation and technological obsession. The sequence masterfully balances intimate character moments with broader implicatio…
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Nelson Mandela came to be considered one of the great global figures of his age, but for decades he was a prisoner in his own country. Branded a terrorist by South Africa’s white authorities, as well as many foreign governments, he survived years in the wilderness, only to return in one of the most dramatic character rehabilitations in history. So …
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Focus Groups Aren't Always Right Minutes 11-15 of Iron Man 3: From Panic to Presentations These pivotal minutes of Iron Man 3 showcase Tony Stark's first major anxiety attack while introducing significant new plot elements and characters. The sequence moves from a seemingly casual lunch between friends to a tense corporate presentation, revealing b…
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When a man called Edward Hargraves first discovered gold in Australia, in 1851, the impact on the country was immeasurable. Word of Hargraves’ good fortune caused thousands of individuals to flood New South Wales and join the rush. Men left their families, professionals quit their jobs, ships were abandoned in the ports, as gold-fever spread throug…
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If you've been with us here at Alley Cat Tattoo for the last few months you know about our big move up the street into our new home and all that has come with that. Well in addition to all of the amazing things that make the new location look killer on the inside, we've got a gigantic mural on the side of the building that was drawn by Tim Lehi and…
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