Best Vaporwave Podcasts (2025)

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Haha! A Splash of Summer Fun In The Ocea-[YOU ARE NOT SAFE] (SCP-2684) 1:13:00

5d ago1:13:00

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In this episode, the guys have a meaningful conversation about the healthy ways they find to cope with physical and mental health scares. Then, they discuss the joys of attending a Renaissance Fair, and finally they dive into the Thalassophobic nightmare that is SCP-2684. What happens when you're taken to the middle of the ocean through supernatura…

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What Makes "Avatar Legends" Such A Great TTRPG? 1:14:45

12d ago1:14:45

1:14:45

In a much less formal episode of Project G.R.I.N.D., the guys take a break from teaching to discuss some of the reasons why Avatar Legends is such a great TTRPG. Then, Branden goes on to discuss his limited experience with the game Shadowdark, and Keenan explains the consequences of video games that don't trust their players, and the real-world pro…

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A Dungeon Synth Picnic 34:14

14d ago34:14

34:14

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re finally breaking out the summer dungeon synth. But first we ask: what even is summer in music when freed from the burden of marketing and publicity? After that mild diversion, we chat about five dungeon synth albums that could, by some definition, evoke feelings appropriate for summer time…

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I Can't Get That Image Out Of My Head... (SMILE.JPG) 1:23:00

19d ago1:23:00

1:23:00

The guys tackle the iconic Creepypasta, "Smile Dog" in this episode as Branden discusses his general unease about being smiled at. Keenan uses science to explain where that fear comes from. But first, they talk about some exciting new TTRPG prospects, and complain to each other about the nuisances of summertime allergies. Click here to send us some…

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EPISODE 2876: GORILLAGATE 1:21:29

23d ago1:21:29

1:21:29

gorillagate/tim heidecker/south park/rob mac/trump ending woke/8 story porn tower/ozzy osbourne/hulk hogan/time magaine top 100 podcasts of all time

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What Will Happen To You If You Leave This Monster on Read?! (SCP-1471) 1:01:30

26d ago1:01:30

1:01:30

The guys discuss the horrifying case of an SCP that is so obsessed, it won't stop texting you. But first, they talk about some new Superhero movies that are just around the corner, and the interesting consequences of what it means to be a comic book hero. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to kee…

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Summer Dungeon Synth? No, Summer and Dungeon Synth! 39:10

28d ago39:10

39:10

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon First of all, sorry for the hecked up timing of recent episode releases. Ross and I have both had family in town which makes sticking to our usual schedule a bit difficult. Things should be back to normal here shortly. Anyways! In this episode, Ross and I set out to find some new summer dungeon synth. That didn’…

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The Dangers of Nostalgia And The Lo-Fi/Vaporwave Songs That Warn Us (SCP-8690) 1:08:30

1M ago1:08:30

1:08:30

The directors discuss an important SCP today, not for its traditional fear factor, but for its dangerous potential. It's a YouTube video of a lofi/vaporwave song collection, and it shows us all the dangers of being stuck in the past. But first, Keenan discusses the problems with the most recent Pokemon-based TTRPG system he and his friends have bee…

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The Ball of Goo That Wants To Eat YOU (SCP-157) 1:09:45

1M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

In this episode, the guys discuss the curious case of an SCP that can make itself appear as something someone wants to eat... or wear. But before that, Branden discusses a life lesson learned while working on his mental health, and Keenan explains why the epic nature of One Piece may not translate well as a TV series. Click here to send us some fan…

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The POWER of a Good Book! 1:46:30

2M ago1:46:30

1:46:30

In the season 6 premiere, Keenan and Branden return to discuss severe reactions to mosquito bites, the problems which surround the backlash behind men's mental health awareness month, and the magic of book fairs. Then, the two go on to talk about they're favorite books growing up, and the more recent reads that became instant classics for each of t…

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Vibing with The Rat Man in Vermis 34:14

2M ago34:14

34:14

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re exploring one of our favorite metagenres: haunted media about media that never existed. This time, we’re delving into Vermis, a strategy guide for a game that doesn’t exist. It’s a beautiful and evocative collection of art and worldbuilding from the artist Plastiboo. We also check out the …

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EPISODE 2875: THE ONLY GOOD PILL IS THE BLACKPILL 1:30:59

2M ago1:30:59

1:30:59

opining about the death of art and vaporwave

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What Happens To Your Mind When You Look Into The Eyes Of a God? (SCP-3000) 1:14:40

2M ago1:14:40

1:14:40

In the season 5 finale, the guys discuss the importance of peaceful protest, what works in Elden Ring Nightreign (and what doesn't work for Souls games in general), and finally, they get into an in-depth discussion on the SCP of the hour. Arguably one of the scariest SCPs in existence, it's SCP-3000. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Of…

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June New Music: Suburbia After Dark and Vistas 37:52

2M ago37:52

37:52

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon It’s time for June new music explorations and in this episode Ross and Birk have once again shown up with two very different albums. We’re discussing Suburbia After Dark, a compelling sample-laden darkwave journey, and Vistas, an upbeat love letter to Frutiger Aero and all the tech you love from the 00’s. Grab y…

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EPISODE 2874: 1 VAPORWAVE PURIST VS 25 CLANTONIZERS | SURROUNDED 1:48:16

2M ago1:48:16

1:48:16

jordan peterson jubilee/empathchan/glenn greenwald/aella/jojo siwa/radiohead/nintendo switch 2/fishtank/riots/brian wilson

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Being Sedated and Educated 1:09:45

2M ago1:09:45

1:09:45

In the penultimate episode of Season 5, Branden and Keenan discuss their craziest surgery stories. Then, they go on to discuss the difficulties surrounding weightlifting. Finally, they both chime in on the importance of education in a time when being ignorant can have very dangerous consequences. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Offici…

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S3E12 - "BUY NOW!" 53:04

2M ago53:04

53:04

FutureSounds FM is back for a third season... In this episode Enzo talks to author and curator, Michael Brown - author of 'Buy Now', a deep-dive into Eyeliner's classic album; part of Bloomsbury's prestigious '33 1/13' collection. Drawing on original interviews and the album's production archive, the book uses BUY NOW's story to investigate what it…

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The Fatalistic Lamp That May Strip You Of Your Free Will (SCP-4005, Pt. 1) 1:15:10

3M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

The guys are back to talk about the evolution of video games and when film adaptations of books actually work. Then they go on to discuss a lamp that causes you to go on a pilgrimage in a quest to find a long forgotten utopia. Does this lamp show it's observer a connection with the divine, or is it simply another mind-altering, free-will stripping …

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Seeking More Sanctuary (Sanctuary 2025 Part Two) 42:16

3M ago42:16

42:16

## Support TransOhio! In this episode, we’re back to checking out a bunch of great live and URL sets from Sanctuary 2025, a charity show for the TransOhio Emergency Fund organized by Nostalgia Lounge in March of 2025. We go through sets that cover everything from classic vaporwave, to house and techno, breakcore, and beyond. Join us on our musical …

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What Happens When There Isn't Enough Reality Around You? (SCP-3001) 1:09:20

3M ago1:09:20

1:09:20

In an episode long overdue, Branden and Keenan discuss the mystery behind their first ever "lost episode." Then, Branden goes on to defend the importance of philosophical thought, and Keenan revisits SCP-3001, a favorite case from earlier in the season. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep …

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EPISODE 2873: DAWN OF THE NEW ERA 1:46:43

3M ago1:46:43

1:46:43

trapped in the closet/kanye/twitter/tim dillon/joe rogan/curtis yarvin/portland/ten year anniversary of I'll Try Living Like This/christtt secret alias/death of vaporwave

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The Bone Hive and The Terrifying Bug That Creates It (SCP-439) 1:06:50

3M ago1:06:50

1:06:50

Keenan starts us off with praise for an interesting satirical animator while continuing the discussion of copyright law. Then, the guys discuss their worst airport experiences, before getting into the heart of the episode: SCP-439, an insect that causes anyone unlucky enough to fall asleep around it some serious growing pains... Click here to send …

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May New Music: celadonDREAM Suite and ZIAD! 34:22

3M ago34:22

34:22

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon It’s time for us to gather around the Bandcamppole and celebrate the working artists of the world with our May new music episode. We’ve once again (completely unplanned!) have selected albums that represent both the comfort and the anxiety in vaporwave. First, we’re checking out the smooth and lush classic vapor…

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This Debate Over "A Minecraft Movie" May Ruin Our Friendship 1:23:51

3M ago1:23:51

1:23:51

In what would be an inevitable debate, Keenan discusses his resentment towards "A Minecraft Movie," while Branden expresses his support and praise for the film. But first, the guys start this episode off with an unlikely praise for press-fit Warhammer models. Then, Branden rants like an old man about the way things are changing, and how sometimes o…

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EPISODE 2872: RE-RECORDING OF EPISODE LOST DUE TO TECHNICAL ERROR 1:31:00

4M ago1:31:00

1:31:00

the deep state didn't want you to hear this topics: h3h3/hasan debate, white woman saying the nword, kantbot, dave blunts/kanye new music from playboi carti, telepath, ghost mountain, donor lens & wosx

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The Consequences of When Germs Run Amok (SCP-008) 1:26:40

4M ago1:26:40

1:26:40

In a very full episode, Keenan and Branden discuss the real possibility of survival in a zombie outbreak. But first, they talk about the differences between Warhammer: 40,000 and Age of Sigmar. Then, they discuss their frustrations with the game Phasmophobia, and with some indie developers in general. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the O…

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A Sanctuary Sampler (Sanctuary 2025 Part One) 41:52

4M ago41:52

41:52

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon ## Support the TransOhio Emergency Fund In this episode, we’re starting our series covering as many IRL and URL sets as we can get our hands on from Sanctuary 2025. Sanctuary is a charity show put on by Nostalgia Lounge (run by Crystal Eternal) to raise money for the TransOhio Emergency Fund. It was a huge succe…

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A Time Traveler Relives The Worst 38 Minutes of His Life Over And Over (SCP-694) 59:35

4M ago59:35

59:35

In a solo episode, Branden briefly discusses his plans with his new Skaven army set for Age of Sigmar. Then, he sheds light on a peculiar case of time travel gone terribly, terribly wrong... Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to date on every episode from your favorite podcast! Can't g…

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Patreon Rerelease: Corporate Art and Vaporwave 42:54

4M ago42:54

42:54

Hello! We’re starting a new project this month. We have almost 50 bonus episodes on our Patreon. The goal is to get these older bonus episodes out from behind the paywall. So travel back in time with us for poor recording setups, bad editing, out of date opinions, and so much more! Original Show Notes: Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon Well frie…

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Tabletop Games: A Brief History and Their Uncertain Future 1:17:50

4M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

In this episode, Keenan gives an in-depth explanation on D&D's history, from the first edition to now. Then he explains the myriad of cool tabletop rpgs on the market today, and leaves us wondering about their precarious fate. Branden discusses his strong approval for Spearhead, Warhammer: Age of Sigmar's skirmish game. Click here to send us some f…

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An April New Music Sandwich 37:14

4M ago37:14

37:14

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon It’s time for our April New Music episode! This time around, we’re breaking the rules a bit by discussing three albums. Your three course meal starts with some classic USPS inspired vaporwave, moving on to an eclectic selection of chill experimental ambient before finishing things off with a moving tribute to th…

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Hume's Causation and the Terrifying Consequnces of Bending Reality (SCP-3001) 1:04:45

4M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

In the season 5 opener, the guys talk about the dangers of political discourse on the internet. Then, they go on to discuss the philosophy of David Hume and the consequences of an SCP that bends reality in a very disturbing way... Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to date on every epi…

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Listenin’ To listencorp 32:05

5M ago32:05

32:05

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re checking out listencorp, a long-running magazine that covers vaporwave and electronic music. Each of their six issues features long-form articles, artist interviews, album reviews, and a whole bunch of great art and graphic design. We read through all of them and sat down to discuss our fa…

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S3E11 - Trying Hard Not to Get Sued… 49:43

5M ago49:43

49:43

FutureSounds FM is back for a third season... Aldo (Groove Remote), Enzo and Thom are back with a new episode where they tease FlamingoFest 2; talk tariffs and new releases; as well as updates on the Nobody Here film, nifty new box sets - and trying not to get sued by Nintendo… There’s also a new single from Timeshare ’94, ahead of the release of t…

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What's It Like Being 30? 1:28:15

5M ago1:28:15

1:28:15

It's Branden's birthday today for the season 4 finale! Keenan explains how he threw his voice out and discusses the importance of free speech. Then, the guys talk about their experiences with hot pot, Korean barbecue, and other culinary wonders! Finally, Branden wraps up the conversation with his take on what it's like to turn 30... Click here to s…

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What Does It Feel Like To Get a Tattoo? 1:25:30

5M ago1:25:30

1:25:30

In celebration of Branden's recent body modifications, the guys discuss their time in tattoo parlors. Then, Branden discusses the benefits of getting a piercing from a professional, and Keenan talks about taking advantage of the unfortunate closing of a beloved hobby store. Finally, the guys briefly discuss the artistic merit behind the bizarre sur…

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Japanese Ambient Explorations 32:13

5M ago32:13

32:13

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon You should know that this episode was divinely ordained. The Discogs article below was posted by a listener on our Patreon Discord at the precise moment Birk was listening to a related album and thinking about this episode topic. As a result, you have to listen to us work our way through the landscape of Japanes…

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SCP-2040 And The Implications of The Fermi Paradox 1:15:30

5M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

In a more thought-provoking episode, the guys start off talking about what has got them both so tired. Then, they move on to discuss the week's featured SCP, which leads them down a rabbit hole of a conversation, with topics ranging from the nature of religion, to the Fermi Paradox, to backwards time travel and much more! Consider donating to Nate …

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Museums Are Fun And If You Disagree You WILL Be [REDACTED] 1:11:15

6M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

In this episode, our two favorite gents discuss their love for museums and the best ones they've been to so far. Then, Branden explains the rules behind a little-known sub-game in Warhammer's lineup, and Keenan discusses the failure of modern TTRPGs. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up …

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New Music: Cursed Mall and Blueberries on Mars 36:10

6M ago36:10

36:10

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this month’s new music episode, we’re exploring the anxiety/comfort duality in vaporwave as it appears across two amazing albums. Join us as we discuss the wonderfully anxiety-inducing Cursed Mall from AWITW and then go on a soothing cosmic voyage with Blueberries on Mars by 猫シ Corp. Shout Outs ninja tape by…

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If You Could Have Five Gaming Soundtracks Put On a Vinyl, Which Ones Would They Be? 1:16:00

6M ago1:16:00

1:16:00

In this laid back episode, the guys discuss the phenomenon of media becoming societal a priori knowledge, as well as their thoughts on the Superbowl and the new Elden Ring game coming out soon. Then, Keenan asks Branden one of the deepest questions of all time, and invites the audience to join in. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Offic…

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The Pros and Cons of Buying and Making Resin Figures 1:22:55

6M ago1:22:55

1:22:55

The guys start off their discussion with some do's and don'ts in 3D printing from a collector's point of view. Then they go on to discuss the problems with modern horror cinema and what makes a really good horror story! Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to date on every episode from y…

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Passionate Plunderphonics 30:38

6M ago30:38

30:38

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode, we’re discussing the 2024 album Passion by D.J. VLK. This amazing display of plunderphonics is made entirely using samples from the forgotten paranormal soap opera “Passions.” We talk about the show itself, the plight of memory-holed media, and the exploration of others' memories through art. Th…

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What Actually Happens When You Are Caught By SCP-106? 57:25

6M ago57:25

57:25

In a solo episode, Keenan catches everyone up on what he has been up to in the land of tabletop gaming. Then, he discusses the undeniable horrors that surround the victims of SCP-106 one fateful Halloween night... Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to date on every episode from your fa…

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S3E10 - "Your Limousine Awaits" 1:36:20

6M ago1:36:20

1:36:20

FutureSounds FM is back for a third season... Pull up to the bumper, baby! The Master of Mallsoft Limousine joined the Wichita LimeWire (Thom) and Disco Daddy (Groove Remote) for an Early 2025 chat across 3 time zones. Over a long, freeform conversation, they discussed wrestling, dead malls, collectibles and cosmic matters. At the artist's request,…

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Is Studio Ghibli's Newest Film The BEST?! 1:13:26

6M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

Short answer: no. But, the boys do discuss what they feel are the best of all time, and the runner-ups that deserve some praise. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to date on every episode from your favorite podcast! Can't get enough of our content? Follow the podcast on TikTok, @proje…

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Solarpunk Exploration 34:06

7M ago34:06

34:06

Support Night Clerk Radio on Patreon In this episode we’re digging into Solarpunk, a multi-media art movement that aims to build a vision of a more optimistic future, free from the crushing doom of environmental collapse. We talk about the movement, some example media, and our thoughts on movements becoming aesthetics. So, come in from your rooftop…

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EPISODE 2871: THE LONGEST DOCKET YET 1:58:17

7M ago1:58:17

1:58:17

the longest docket yet, and reviewing the antifascist vaporwave compilation

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The Horrors of WWI in Modern Media 1:25:20

7M ago1:25:20

1:25:20

There's a new game in the miniature scene that's set during the first Great War, and Keenan and Branden can't wait to talk about it! Later, the guys discuss an equally topical SCP about soldiers from WWI who are trapped in their own person hell. Click here to send us some fan mail! Join the Official Project G.R.I.N.D. Discord today to keep up to da…

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Interview: listencorp - Vaporwave/Electronic Magazine & Website | Episode 26 1:40:29

7M ago1:40:29

1:40:29

On today's episode we sit down with the owner and creator of the vaporwave / electronic music magazine, Liam Murphy from "listen corp". Kick back with us while we explore what it takes to create a full on vaporwave magazine and website. We discuss how Liam got started with the mag, the journey of growth, and what the importance of the magazine is i…

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