Best Tape Loops Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 264 - Classical Vigilante - The Murder of Christina Parcell 55:55

3d ago55:55

55:55

Join us, as we delve into the brutal murder of Christina Parcell—a devoted mother found stabbed 35 times in her own home. You’ll hear how a crime scene eerily staged with scattered rose petals sent investigators down a path darker than they ever expected, uncovering secrets that would shake even the most hardened detectives. And in the courtroom, a…

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Episode 263 - Clear Eyes, Dark Heart - The Murder of Lynn Hernan 58:23

10d ago58:23

58:23

Join us, as we examine the murder of Lynn Hernan – a death initially believed to be a tragic suicide. You'll learn how a routine toxicology report uncovered a sinister secret hidden in Lynn's blood and how suspicious financial clues and her family's questions pointed detectives toward an unexpected suspect. How to support: For extra perks including…

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See You Next Week 43:33

13d ago43:33

43:33

Over the last few years, students at Utah State University built a weekly ritual at their school gym to grow the climbing community on campus. When Utah’s legislature passed a contentious bill last year, that routine was stripped away after. Students rallied to raise awareness, fighting to keep their weekly meet-up alive. Support comes from Kuat Ra…

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Episode 262 - Shattered - The Strange Death of Barbara Kendhammer 1:01:24

17d ago1:01:24

1:01:24

Join us, as we examine the strange death of Barbara Kendhammer—a loving mother whose life ended under bizarre and tragic circumstances. You'll hear how such an unimaginable misfortune, as described by Barbara’s husband, led to investigators uncovering troubling inconsistencies that cast doubt on his story and raised serious questions. How to suppor…

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Episode 89: Add(itive) Romance 1:07:33

18d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

Tom talks about past performances and creates a complex additive synthesizer using the Xaoc Devices Odessa and Noise Engineering Manis Iteritas with help from the Tip Top Audio FSU and Intellijel Rainmaker.By tom davis

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Good Good Bad: Bike To Board 35:45

20d ago35:45

35:45

Shifting paradigms is hard work, but sometimes it can be a whole heap of Type II Fun as well. In 2019, Stratton Matteson sought to find out if he could get away with only human powered mountain access for a whole year. Five years into his quest, he shares what he’s learned. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your f…

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Episode 261 - Six Stories, No Truth - The Murder of Toni Westover 1:00:54

24d ago1:00:54

1:00:54

Join us, as we examine the murder of Toni Westover - an innocent bystander who was in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people. You'll hear how a week-long meth binge inside a small apartment spiraled into tragedy, told through the voices of six people who were there—including the man arrested and tried for murder. How to support: Fo…

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The Shorts– Arise 41:25

27d ago41:25

41:25

What does it take to run an ultramarathon? Or top out a boulder that makes you stretch what you think you're capable of? Tenacity. From our seat, we see it happen all the time in our community. Today, Coleman Wood and Brian Laidlaw bring us two stories about rising up and meeting the challenge that they laid out for themselves. Support comes from K…

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Episode 260 - Gone Girl? - The Disappearance of Jennifer Dulos 50:54

1M ago50:54

50:54

Join us, as we take a look at the mysterious disappearance of Jennifer Dulos - a wealthy mother-of-five who vanished from her Connecticut mansion, leaving behind a blood-spattered garage. You’ll hear the shocking claims made by her estranged husband who claimed, that Jennifer staged her own disappearance “Gone Girl” style. You’ll also hear how thes…

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#21 Supreme Self Confidence (ft. Shunt) 1:36:34

1M ago1:36:34

1:36:34

We chat about the band Joe used to be in, The joys of a 1991 Toyota Previa, Having a child in the YouTube/TikTok shorts era, Infamous nicknames, Touring in a death metal band as 20 year olds and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting... (no spoilers for this section!) and finally I think…

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Episode 259 - Roaming Rosie - The VanLife Murder of Emily Ferlazzo 59:53

1M ago59:53

59:53

Join us, as we dive into the murder of Emily Ferlazzo – a 22-year-old nursing assistant with an adventurous spirit. You'll hear how a young bride with dreams of traveling the world found herself swept up in a whirlwind romance that seemed perfect for Instagram…and how what began as a romantic getaway in Vermont's autumn foliage, soon ended in murde…

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Running Past History 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

Just 10 years ago, the director of the Barkley Marathons declared that the race was too tough for any woman to complete it. Meanwhile, Jasmin Paris, a mild-mannered veterinarian from Scotland was smashing records in the ultramarathon world. It wasn’t too long before Jasmin set her sights on the Barkley. It’s not everyday you make history. For Jasmi…

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Episode 258 - Tactical Solutions - The Murder of Michael Cochran 1:02:11

2M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

Join us, as we uncover the shocking murder of Michael Cochran. A man who spent his life building something extraordinary, only to have it ripped away in an instant. A story of ambition, deception, and betrayal. And a truth so devastating… it cost him everything. How to support: For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free…

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Back To The Boundary Waters 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

Erik Grams has been taking trips to the Boundary Waters in Minnesota for over 30 years. It's his favorite place in the world. But last year, a fatal accident on a fishing trip that Erik was leading changed his life. On this episode from our friends at Points North, we hear Erik's harrowing story and how he has wrestled with his feelings about a pla…

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Episode 257 - Sinister Stabbing - The Murder of Rachelle Brewsaugh 42:10

2M ago42:10

42:10

Join us, as we dive into the sinister murder of Rachelle Brewsaugh. You’ll hear the story of a 50-year-old grandmother attempting to begin a brand new chapter in her life and the horrifying details behind her gruesome murder. Was it the tragic result of a drug trafficking vendetta? Or was it a betrayal from someone much closer? How to support: For …

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Mountain Reinvention 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

After his personal life takes a surprise turn, Luis Alonzo dares to reinvent himself by trying something far outside his comfort zone– climbing Mt. Rainier. With a crew of other novice climbers, Luis spends six months prepping for summit day. Will the climb move him closer to being the person he wants to be? Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use …

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Episode 256 - The Serpent Keeper - The Death of Ryelee Manente-Powell 55:02

2M ago55:02

55:02

Join us, as we examine the death of Ryelee Manente-Powell. You’ll hear how an 18-year-old father was shot dead minutes after Angela’s discovery and how one split-second decision left a teenager dead, his mother imprisoned, and a former police officer on trial — leaving a small community to question whether it was self-defense or a calculated execut…

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Episode 88: 26 Patches for Cash 47:47

2M ago47:47

47:47

Happy 303 day!! Tom puts together a "small" acid techno system to jam out to in celebration of everything 303.By tom davis

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Episode 255 - An Egregious Act - The Murder of Davis McClendon 40:02

2M ago40:02

40:02

Greenwood, South Carolina is a town where folks leave their doors unlocked, and everyone knows each other's business. But on May 7th, 2023, that small-town sense of security was shattered. A father of three, hiding out at his parents' house after a fatal hit-and-run. A man left for dead in the middle of the road. And a storm of jealousy, rage, and …

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The Shorts— Without You 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

Loss. Grief. Healing. It’s part of being human. The emotions that almost tear us apart have the power to bring us together. Today, we bring you two powerful stories from Alison Kaplan and Monica Nigon. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your first order Diaries+ Members-- Their support is powering the Diaries- than…

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Introducing: CRIME HOUSE TRUE CRIME STORIES 15:56

2M ago15:56

15:56

Crime House True Crime Stories is the ultimate destination for true crime fans. Every episode features two notorious cases from that week in crime history, tied by a common theme like infamous serial killers, mysterious disappearances, tragic murders, and more. Every Monday, uncover the full stories behind the headlines as host Vanessa Richardson t…

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#20 STRESS RELIEF 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

We chat about the cost of UFC, Kettle-bell adventures, Doing Jackass as a child, A German man eating an egg, Police Drones, Road rage/Old folks driving and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting... (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "Stress Relief"... A tape we foun…

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Episode 254 - Heart Rate Zero - The Murder of Laken Riley 48:31

2M ago48:31

48:31

Join us, as we examine the tragic murder of Laken Riley: a 22-year-old nursing student who went out for a run and never came home. You'll hear how Laken's loyal friends and roommates sounded the alarm in a desperate attempt to find their best friend, and how surveillance footage, digital breadcrumbs, and Laken's own final fight for survival would l…

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Good, Good, Bad: The Never Ender 38:30

3M ago38:30

38:30

It started so harmlessly. Four years ago, professional skier Brody Leven embarked on a simple challenge – exercise outdoors everyday. In a complicated moment in time and life, it was a way to exert some control over his day to day. It was never supposed to last forever. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your first…

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Episode 253 - A Ghost in Marsh Loop - The Murders of Stephen & Wendy Reid 47:55

3M ago47:55

47:55

Join us, as we examine the senseless murders of Stephen and Wendy Reid – a retired couple who went for a walk and never came back. You'll hear how a missed tennis match became the catalyst for a missing person's manhunt…and how a mysterious drifter turned a peaceful hiking trail into a hunting ground — then disappeared like a ghost without a trace……

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The Diagnosis 46:45

3M ago46:45

46:45

Matt Martin and his fiancé, Hannah, were just starting out on their shared life, when a breast cancer diagnosis rewrote the script they’d imagined for life. Matt stepped into a new role – caregiver. Life became a blur of treatment, worry and existing with unknown outcomes. After a year of caring for Hannah, Matt received the chance to attend one of…

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Episode 87: For Whom The Belgrad Tolls 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

Tom creates another mini system, this time using the Xaoc Devices Belgrad filter as an Oscillator and running it through various waveshaping and effects! WOW!By tom davis

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Episode 86: Fala-ing Down 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Tom creates a VERY complex oscillator and dives a little deeper with the Fala Versio firmware while also exploring the 4MS tapographic delay on the Meta Module.By tom davis

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Episode 252 - Cold Calculations - The Murder of Ashley Smylie 48:14

3M ago48:14

48:14

Join us, as we unravel the heartbreaking case of Ashley Smylie, a devoted mother and beloved teacher whose life was cut brutally short. You’ll hear how a normal day, just like any other, was shattered in the blink of an eye and how even the most brilliant minds can harbor unfathomable darkness. How to connect: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Ple…

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Episode 251 - Blood in the Rockies - Heather Frank & Scott Sessions 55:15

3M ago55:15

55:15

Join us, as we dive into the shocking murders of Scott Sessions and Heather Frank, a pair of Greeley, Colorado residents whose fates became tragically intertwined. You’ll learn how a budding romance in early 2020 quickly turned fatal and about the shocking twist investigators discovered while planning to arrest their prime suspect. How to connect: …

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Growing Home 1:22:40

3M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Raised in the hollers of West Virginia, coal ran deep in Corey Lilly’s family, but it was the local ski hill with 600 feet of vertical that sparked his imagination and started an improbable run into professional skiing. After a head injury permanently impacted his vision and ended his career, Corey returned home to a struggling economy and the dept…

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Episode 250 - Bind. Torture. Freeze. - The Murder of Jennifer Paxton 50:40

3M ago50:40

50:40

Join us, as we examine the horrifying case of Jennifer Paxton – a 36-year-old mother of 7 who disappeared without a trace in 2019. You’ll hear how Jennifer’s battle with homelessness and addiction left her tragically exposed to two twisted predators and about the haunting details of her disappearance and the horrifying moment eight months later, wh…

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Good, Good, Bad: Baja Cape Loop 37:59

3M ago37:59

37:59

Welcome to Good Good Bad, our series kickstarted by our Diaries+ Members. Every adventure has its good parts, even better bits and its difficult moments. These memories create rich experiences, friendships and learning. Today, we tackle the Cape Loop, a rugged, but rewarding bikepacking loop around the southern tip of Baja. Support comes from Kuat …

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Episode 85: Patch or Glory 58:32

3M ago58:32

58:32

Tom uses the Noise Engineering Incus Iteritas Alia firmware to create some hard hitting techno jams.By tom davis

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Episode 249 - My Mother's a Witch - The Murder of Jennifer Dazey 51:47

4M ago51:47

51:47

Join us, as we examine the tragic murder of Jennifer Dazey - a 46-year-old mother of three found slain in her own bed. You'll hear about the shocking and horrific scene discovered by a woman expecting a coffee date with her best friend and about the strange reactions by Jennifer’s family that caused police to question everything. How to connect: We…

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Episode 84: Mutable Scootin' Boogie 54:56

4M ago54:56

54:56

Tom puts together a Mutable Instruments (and clone) themed case.By tom davis

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Episode 248 - No Blood at The Lake - The Murder of Melody Hoffman 50:23

4M ago50:23

50:23

Join us, as we dive into the horrific murder of Melody Hoffman - a 20-year-old woman at the center of a deadly love triangle. You'll hear how a mother's desperate attempt to protect her vulnerable daughter through constant digital surveillance couldn't prevent an unthinkable tragedy and how a late-night trip to Walmart to purchase machetes set in m…

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#19 The Sky's The Limit The Opportunity Reach For The Stars! 1:40:35

4M ago1:40:35

1:40:35

We chat about CentreParcs, How many DJs you should book for someone's 40th bday, Homeless Shane getting abused on the streets of Bristol, How to bail out of a comedy gig and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "The Sky's The Lim…

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Local: Alastair Humphreys 39:23

4M ago39:23

39:23

To celebrate a new year and new ideas, we bring you a conversation with Alastair Humphreys, adventurer, writer, and connoisseur of the microadventure. His new book, Local, flips the idea of what it means to explore on its head. Sometimes, you can go bigger by going smaller. Submissions for The Shorts are open through January 19, 2025. Learn more or…

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Episode 247 - Blood Bath - The Murder of Kendy Howard 40:16

4M ago40:16

40:16

An Idaho State Police Trooper discovered his wife of 27 years was having an affair with her high school sweetheart. Days later, she was found dead in a bathtub… Initially, the crime scene pointed to suicide, but forensic evidence turned up DNA belonging to an unidentified male who wasn't the victim’s husband. But as officers began their investigati…

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Episode 83: Tape These Broken Loops 57:40

4M ago57:40

57:40

Tom pairs the Make Noise Morphagene with the 4ms Meta Module to create evolving tape loop jams.By tom davis

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Episode 82: Vectoritron - Patched State 2025 50:20

4M ago50:20

50:20

Tom creates a powerful multi fx engine using vector mixers and alot of cpu.By tom davis

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The Shorts— In Focus 31:59

4M ago31:59

31:59

As the year comes to a close, two beautiful stories about stepping back, reflecting and moving forward from Phil Herbert and N.S. David. “I had one roll of film for the whole trip, which gave me eight frames. Nine if I was lucky,” begins Phil. “I’ve done my fair share of wishing I was warm in my bed while strapped to the side of a granite monolith …

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Episode 246 - Hell Hath No Fury - The Tragic Case of Michael Ricci 45:52

5M ago45:52

45:52

Join us, as we examine the murder of Michael Ricci Senior: a 51-year-old Boston firefighter and father of three. You’ll hear how what first appeared to be a tragic fatal accident soon revealed a far darker story beneath the surface and how, after a terrible mistake in 2018, Michael was forced to pay, every single day for the next two years…before p…

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Live From Duluth 1:04:38

5M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

In late October, Fitz headed to Duluth, MN for a live Dirtbag Diaries in front of a packed house. Joined by professional skier and Lakota activist Connor Ryan, indie rock legend and avid runner Alan Sparhawk and adaptive advocate and adventurer Quinn Brett, it was a night to remember with stories about trying hard, healing and growth. Thanks to the…

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Episode 245 - The Deadliest Game of Hide and Seek - Sarah Boone and Jorge Torres 1:01:39

5M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

Join us, as we examine the strange and horrifying case of Jorge Torres. A Florida man found dead under highly suspicious circumstances. You’ll hear the chilling details of the events leading up to his death and how what was claimed to be an innocent game of hide and seek became something far more sinister…if it was even a game at all. How to suppor…

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Episode 81: Meta Module Solid: Patches Of Liberty 56:31

5M ago56:31

56:31

Tom gets some new modules, and finds out whether love can bloom on the battlefield... shout out to Dan Green of 4MS company who's name I spaced on in this episode and shout out to Podular Modcast who hosted the interview. check it out!By tom davis

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Episode 244 - Sin City Confidential - The Murder of Jeff German 52:10

5M ago52:10

52:10

Join us, as we take a look at the murder of Jeff German - a seasoned journalist known for uncovering the hidden truths of Las Vegas. You’ll hear, how a small-time scoop about a lowly public official upended a local political race – shattering a politician’s career, and how it led to a brutal confrontation that shook, not only the entire city, but n…

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Episode 243 - House of Secrets - The Lin Family Murders 45:08

5M ago45:08

45:08

On the morning of July 18th, 2009, in the quiet suburb of North Epping, Sydney, Australia, concerned relatives of the Lin family made their way to their home to check on them. The concern arose after a customer of the Lin’s usually bustling convenience store realized the store hadn’t opened yet. Instead, it was dark and shuttered up. How to support…

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Bridging Oceans 48:28

6M ago48:28

48:28

In 2020, partners Niki Choo and Jared Gentz started dreaming of an epic canoeing adventure. Two years later, they started paddling on the Pacific Ocean, embarking on a thousand-mile journey towards the Arctic that would test their skills, grit, and adaptability. Support comes from Kuat Racks Duer Through Dec 2, 2024, save 50% off your first order a…

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