Best American Fault Lines Podcasts (2025)

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Michaela Vieser and Isaac Yuen, "The Sound Atlas: A Guide to Strange Sounds Across Landscapes and Imagination" (Reaktion, 2025) 1:00:34

11h ago1:00:34

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In The Sound Atlas: A Guide to Strange Sounds across Landscapes and Imagination (Reaktion, 2025), nature writers Michaela Vieser and Isaac Yuen set out in search of sounds beautiful and loathsome, melodious and disturbing, healing, strange and intimate. The phenomena of sound may be fleeting and evanescent, but the memory of it can open a window in…

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: The C Word 1:21:28

17h ago1:21:28

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LC & Bakko discuss LC's latest surgery. Brent Hines dies in a motorcycle accident. Bakko sells a doll. New music talk. 40 years of Autograph. LC show reviews. David Lee Roth has a ghost story. Megadeth says A Tout Le Monde. KISS gets a dubious honor and more. ⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podca…

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History in Five Songs Episode 321: The American Revolution of 1975 35:37

18h ago35:37

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In Episode 321 of History in Five Songs with Martin Popoff, Martin contemplates how the mid-'70s marked a seismic shift in rock as American hard rock, prog, and singer-songwriter acts like Kiss, Aerosmith, Kansas, the Eagles, and more began to eclipse their British counterparts, signaling a new era of U.S. dominance in popular music. Kiss – “Rock B…

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ImmaLetYouFinish... Episode Two Hundred Thirty: And We're Back... Stunt Queen Edition! 55:37

1d ago55:37

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We’re back with show #230! Court & Amy declare that Cardi is our queen, write off Snoop, and roll our eyes at Funkmaster Flex. ImmaLetYouFinish... Podcast is a proud member of Pantheon Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Pantheon Media

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Imbalanced History: Frank Zappa & The Mothers! 46:00

1d ago46:00

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When approaching a discussion as vast as the music of Frank Zappa, the question is, "Where to begin?" The answer is: The Mothers, naturally. Markus and Ray talk about that incredible period, and the wealth and variety of music it gave us. Give us your Mothers Moment via email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

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Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce need your attention 15:56

1d ago15:56

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It's official: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce posted one of the most liked Instagram photos of all time. Also, they're officially engaged. Swift and Kelce are no strangers to the spotlight, but we still know very little about their relationship aside from what they are willing to share. And Molly McPherson, a public relations expert, says that's no …

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Decibel Geek Podcast - Geekwire Week of 09.01.25 - Ep640 1:09:33

2d ago1:09:33

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This week on Geekwire we’ve got a stack of rock and metal headlines you don’t want to miss: TRIXTER is back in the studio working on a new album of “kick-a** rock and roll music.” BON JOVI drops a revamped Forever featuring Bruce Springsteen, Joe Elliott, Jelly Roll, and more. GIBSON FILMS set to release Tony Iommi: The Godfather of Heavy Metal lim…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Amy Leonard - Born to Stitch 52:40

3d ago52:40

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In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes new friend and fellow Bruce Springsteen superfan Amy Leonard. Amy, a Jersey girl born and bred, shares her lifelong journey with Bruce’s music, recounting memorable concert experiences and the life-changing moment she attended her first Springsteen show. They delve into how Bruce’s m…

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Prisoners of Rock and Roll -- Prison Bound: Artists Who Did Hard Time 1:47:10

3d ago1:47:10

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The world of music is full of interesting characters, and some of them are unfortunately bad people. In this episode of Prisoners of Rock and Roll, we’re following our namesake by talking about musicians who did time in prison. We have a long list of artists from different genres who spent some time behind bars, and we’re going to talk about them, …

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: The Replacements - Tim 1:24:03

3d ago1:24:03

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By 1985, The Replacements had seen and done a few things. They'd recorded a couple of records (see our review of Let It Be at 40) and been out on some tours. They'd made enough noise that they were signed to major label Sire and were ready to take on the world with bigger shows, music videos and tv appearances. But wait, were they? The boys were st…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "KISS Kennedy Center Honors Announcement" 1:27:25

4d ago1:27:25

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This week Tom & Zeus discuss the announcement that KISS will be receiving the Kennedy Center Honors award this year. The Kennedy Centers Honors is one of the most prestigious awards that can be given in the United States. Previous winners include Led Zeppelin, Dolly Parton, Aretha Franklin, The Who and more. This award puts KISS in elite company. H…

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Episode 28: Songs From the Fault Line 59:10

4d ago59:10

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Rock N Roll Archaeology explores the 1970s LA Sound, a world of sun-drenched harmonies and seismic ambition. From a bizarre funeral pact for Gram Parsons at theTroubadour to the rise of the Eagles from Linda Ronstadt's backing band, this is the story of howa community of folk idealists, including Jackson Browne, gave birth to a billion-dollar indus…

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Music Buzzz Ep. 126: Paul Rappaport - Pt. 2 (Columbia Records Rock Promotion) 50:21

4d ago50:21

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ABOUT PAUL RAPPAPORT: Legend of Rock Music Promotion who enjoyed a storied 33 year career at Columbia Records where he was instrumental in the careers of everyone from Bob Dylan to Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd to The Rolling Stones, Elvis Costello and Billy Joel, Judas Priest to Alice in Chains and on and on.... his new book Gliders Over Hollywood…

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Metal Mayhem ROC: The Midnight Devils Shock the World Video & Fall Australian Tour 2025 29:36

4d ago29:36

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Sam Spade of The Midnight Devils joins Metal Mayhem ROC toshare the chaos behind their new single "Shock the World." 🎸⚡From the wild video shoot at Cincinnati’s Kenny Oz Fest to their upcoming Fall2025 Australian tour with Boulevard of Eyes (featuring Chloe Trujillo), thisepisode dives into what makes the Devils one of the most exciting DIY glam-ro…

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What Difference Does It Make: Workin' Overtime music for Labor Day 44:12

5d ago44:12

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Even though it's Labor Day, we think every day is a Manic Monday. We're Takin' Care of Business over here at What Difference Does It Make, so we say, Let's Work!, as we recognize songs that salute the Working Class Hero. What a way to make a livin'! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Did Trump bet wrong? Americans are flip-flopping. 17:26

4d ago17:26

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Have Americans changed their minds? Polling on immigration suggests a seismic shift in public opinion. According to Gallup, 79% of Americans now say immigration is a good thing for the country, which is a record high. Plus, the share of Americans who want lower rates of immigration has dropped from 55% in 2024 to 30% this year. And it's not just th…

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Set Lusting Bruce = A Heartfelt Holiday Tale: Interview with Author Terry Armstrong on 'Holiday Headlock' 36:38

6d ago36:38

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Join host Jesse Jackson on this episode of Set Lusting Bruce as he interviews Terry Armstrong, author of the new book 'Holiday Headlock'. Terry shares the inspirations behind his wrestling-themed Christmas rom-com novel, his love for Hallmark movies, and how his personal life and background in education influenced his writing. Learn about the creat…

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Vinyl Relics: The Story of Be-Bop Deluxe’s Axe Victim with Exclusive Insight from Bill Nelson 1:44:09

6d ago1:44:09

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EPYSODE 50: "Axe Victim" by Be-Bop Deluxe. Guest: Bill Nelson. This week we revisit "Axe Victim" — the 1974 debut by Be Bop Deluxe that blended glam rock attitude with progressive rock sophistication and established Bill Nelson as one of the era’s most inventive guitarists. Featuring exclusive commentary from Bill Nelson himself, this conversation …

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: LC Picks 3 - Public Enemy 51:22

6d ago51:22

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LC Picks 3 is a new ⁠⁠⁠Cobras & Fire⁠⁠⁠ sidecast. Hosted by LC and a special guest, this bonus sidecast's mission is to focus on one band per episode, an overall discussion of their career, and three choice tracks. On this episode, we are featuring ⁠Public Enemy⁠ and co-host Joey Haynie of the Rock Strikes Ten podcast. Public Enemy song snippets an…

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"George Bush doesn't care about Black people" 20 years later 18:03

7d ago18:03

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On September 2, 2005, on a telethon to raise money for victims of Hurricane Katrina, Kanye West went off script and said, "George Bush doesn't care about Black people." 20 years later, would those words have the same impact today? In this episode, Brittany, NPR music correspondent Rodney Carmichael, and Code Switch's Leah Donella revisit that momen…

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Songfacts Podcast | Pete Droge Interview 41:18

7d ago41:18

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In this episode, singer-songwriter Pete Droge joins us—a distinctive ’90s alt-folk voice known for jangly guitars, sharp humor, and melodies that stay with you long after the song ends. You might remember him best for his breakthrough single, “If You Don’t Love Me (I’ll Kill Myself),” a tongue-in-cheek anthem of romantic volatility that quickly bec…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Hulk Hogan Tribute" 22:36

7d ago22:36

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On the 110th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus pay tribute to wrestling legend Hulk Hogan! Hulk Hogan transcended wrestling. He was a pop culture icon and to many a part of their childhood. Considered the biggest star in wrestling history, he along with Vince McMahon changed wrestling and brought into the mainstream. From his role in Rocky III…

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Only Three Lads: Top 5 "One Man Band" Albums 1:53:51

7d ago1:53:51

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Get ready for the most unintentionally sexist O3L yet! We tried very hard to steer away from the phrase "one man band" during this episode...only to pick albums almost exclusively by one man bands (except for a bonus nod to Enya). We tried. Dang you, unintentional sexism!! Anyway, the focus this week is albums where one man...er, human...mostly did…

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See Hear Podcast - Bad Brains: A Band In DC 1:02:15

8d ago1:02:15

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Punk music branched out in the late 70s / early 80s into a harder, faster,thrashier style than its earlier predecessor. If (as is often claimed) the original wave of punk was a reaction to the complexity of prog and the lack of danger in other forms of popular music, then hardcore was the next phase of that during the era of post-punk. It was about…

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Imbalanced History: Talkin' Jersey Metal With Frank White 45:33

8d ago45:33

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Frank White and Alan Tecchio co-wrote the book, ⁠Jersey Metal,⁠ smash success! Frank stops for some great stories, an update on the pair's projects plus a surprise or two, all inside this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Pantheon Media

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'Poverty porn' in the digital age 17:30

8d ago17:30

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Social media is full of images of unhoused people that's either meant to make you angry or laugh. For Leah Goodridge, this content is a new form of 'poverty porn.' 'Poverty porn' used to refer to charity commercials showing malnourished children to evoke empathy from sympathetic viewers. But according to New York City attorney and tenant advocate L…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Judy Sulzburgh Kroll's Springsteen Journey: From Music to Mental Health 1:56:17

9d ago1:56:17

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In this episode of 'Set Lusting Bruce,' host Jesse Jackson converses with Judy Kroll, a devoted Bruce Springsteen fan from Holland, Bucks County. PA. Judy shares her deep connection with Springsteen's music, discussing her personal journey and the challenges of living with bipolar disorder. She reflects on memorable concerts, the impact of the song…

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Cobras & Fire -Uber Confessions (Cobrorigins Ep 6) 1:12:05

10d ago1:12:05

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It's another Cobrorigins ep! Let's go back to 2016. Hold onto your potatoes and step into Loose Cannon's Uber for a drive down a highway of madness. In a "very special" ep LC discusses his chaotic "transitional period" as an Uber driver between jobs. We feature improv bits and songs inspired by the insanity of LC's passengers. Brand new Body Count,…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: The Black Crowes Live in '25 1:06:16

10d ago1:06:16

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The Wolf has had a complicated relationship with The Black Crowes. As a young man, he felt the music industry had conspired to anoint the Crowes as the next big thing in rock. MTV, rock radio, Rolling Stone, etc all seemed to be on the Crowes bandwagon and were shoving them down our throats (or that's what it seemed like). The fact that their first…

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Shout It Out Loudcast: "KISS Album MVPs" 1:37:49

11d ago1:37:49

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This week Tom & Zeus go through every KISS studio album and name which band member was that specific album's MVP! Some KISS albums are a great team effort. But, more often than not, KISS albums have one member than shines brighter than the rest. The guys breakdown all 20 studio albums and name which KISS member was the MVP of that album. Another fu…

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What Difference Does It Make: Kat Corbett Is On Lithium 1:17:14

12d ago1:17:14

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Kat Corbett has been one of our favorite radio personalities since she started at KROQ in Los Angeles at the start of the 2000 millennium. Her enthusiasm for music is contagious. You can now hear her daily on both Sirius/XM's Lithium and PopRock channels. Right now, you can hear her origin story and her opinion on songs 30 to 21 from the 1988 KROQ …

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Inside the White House meme factory 20:24

11d ago20:24

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We need to talk about the memes your tax dollars paid for. What is the federal government trying to communicate with them? The social media accounts of the White House and the Department of Homeland Security have been chock-full of memes: memes that mock people being deported, memes that are aimed at recruiting new ICE agents, even a meme that seem…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Behind the Mic: Sean Bass on Music, Sports, and Sports Radio The Ticket 1:15:00

12d ago1:15:00

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Join host Jesse Jackson in this episode of the podcast as he chats with Sean Bass, a prominent figure from The Ticket Sports Radio DFW. They delve into Sean's journey with The Ticket, memorable moments in radio, and their shared love for live music. Sean shares anecdotes from his 25-year tenure at the station, his experiences attending Bruce Spring…

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Decibel Geek Podcast - The Soundtracks of Our Lives - Ep639 2:02:13

12d ago2:02:13

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This week, Chris and Aaron take a look at some of the most memorable moments when rock and metal met the movies and it's impact on them. From cult horror flicks and underground oddities to big-budget blockbusters, the guys share their favorite soundtrack cuts and the stories behind them. Chris’ list includes tracks from Dio, Ozzy with Type O Negati…

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My Rock Moment: Blondie Chaplin - Legendary Guitarist, Singer and Former Beach Boy 35:50

13d ago35:50

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My Rock Moment had the extraordinary privilege of catching up with Blondie Chaplin, a true legend whose musical journey reads like a who's-who of rock history. Born in Durban, South Africa, he first made waves as a teen with The Flames, eventually catching the attention of Carl Wilson, who helped bring him into the Beach Boys family in the early 19…

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Only Three Lads: The Membranes' John Robb - Top 5 Blackpool Artists 1:24:18

13d ago1:24:18

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Blackpool, Lancashire lies on the Irish Sea on the northwest coast of England, situated roughly 50-some miles north of Liverpool and 50-some miles west of Manchester. This seaside destination may conjure up visions of tourists, the Promenade, Pleasure Beach, or Blackpool Tower, but this week we focus on Blackpool as a crucial stop on the musical ma…

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Audio Judo - Genesis - Invisible Touch 1:29:31

13d ago1:29:31

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Matthew and Kyle talk about the hugely successful and polarizing 1986 album, 'Invisible Touch', by Genesis. Come relive all the 1980's era Phil Collins that you can. Do you really want to see what we look like while we record? Check out select episodes on our YouTube, you weirdo: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8oo8oZkSLUqOuiiw8hD7Q⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If…

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Cringe culture says stop. We say lean in. 21:20

14d ago21:20

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Has online hate ever been this cruel? Brendan Abernathy is a singer-songwriter who went viral earlier this year for an earnest performance of his song "married in a year." The backlash was immediate, and one word popped up over and over again in the comments: "cringe." Brittany and Ramtin Arablouei, co-host of NPR's Throughline, get into the rise o…

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Shout It Out Loudcas: Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus "Ozzy Osbourne Tribute & Draft!" 18:53

14d ago18:53

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On 109th Episode of Dorm Damage With Tom & Zeus the guys pay tribute to Ozzy Osbourne and have an Ozzy Draft! The world is still mourning the Prince Of Darkness. Tom & Zeus give a quick tribute and then conduct a 10 song Ozzy solo draft. #RIPOzzyOsbourne To Purchase Shout ItOut Loudcast’s KISS Book “Raise Your Glasses: A Celebration Of 50 Years of …

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Cobras & Fire Podcast: Kounterfeit Jello 1:13:43

15d ago1:13:43

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LC & Bakko are back to talk about Green Jello. The passing of Hulk Hogan & David Roach. Rod Stewart tributes Ozzy. Beyonce thumb drive. Katy Perry bugzapper. Podcast Paul (copyright Bakko😎) Stanley & more! ⁠⁠Pantheon Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show o…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Meeting the Man. The Impact of Shaking Hands With the Boss 1:02:59

15d ago1:02:59

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Author and executive producer Craig Colby returns to the show to talk about his new book, which features a story about meeting Bruce Springsteen in person. They delve into Craig’s experiences attending recent Bruce Springsteen concerts and his book writing journey, focusing on his latest work, 'The Unqualified Hockey Coach and Stories of Springstee…

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The newest influencers? Porn stars. 12:04

15d ago12:04

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Sex sells. So does outrage. That's why these sex workers are making rage bait. In the past few months, UK and Australian-based OnlyFans creators like Bonnie Blue and Annie Knight made headlines for their extreme sex stunts, most notably for sleeping with over 100 men in one day. But in addition to these stunts, they also appear on controversial pod…

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Imbalanced History: Killing Myths And Vampires with Glen e. Friedman 1:00:51

15d ago1:00:51

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Glen e. Friedman joins the guys for a discussion about his newest book, Fearless Vampire Killers, focused on his photos of Bad Brains! While the conversation veers wildly, and includes some of his other work, the Imbalanced Boys focus on this new book, and its subject! ⁠Check out his web site, it links to everything⁠!!! Learn more about your ad cho…

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Ugly Things: SONNY VINCENT Interview: TESTORS 1:23:58

16d ago1:23:58

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Mike’s guest is an unsung hero of 1970s NYC punk rock, Sonny Vincent, whose band Testors made some of the most viciously intense, soulful punk rock ‘n’ roll of the era. Sonny shares incredible stories about his days as a teenage runaway in the 1960s, his early bands, and the glory days of Max’s Kansas City and CBGB’s. Testors – Prime Primitive: 197…

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Set Lusting Bruce - Tunnel of Love and Beyond: Starla Repka's Springsteen Story 35:01

17d ago35:01

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In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson welcomes Starla Repka, a college student studying business communications and an emerging Bruce Springsteen fan. They discuss Starla's journey into Springsteen's music, her favorite albums like 'Tunnel of Love' and 'Magic,' and how Bruce's storytelling has influenced her own writing aspiratio…

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I'm In Love With That Song: Plimsouls - "A Million Miles Away" 17:09

17d ago17:09

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The Plimsouls, led by guitarist/singer/songwriter Peter Case, released a couple of terrific albums in the early ‘80’s, fusing power pop, punk and R&B into their own unique blend. “A Million Miles Away” was featured in the film Valley Girl, and should’ve catapulted The Plimsouls onto greater fame, but their career stalled and the band split up by th…

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Ugly American Werewolf in London: Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here 1:11:37

17d ago1:11:37

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It's hard to imagine being in Pink Floyd in 1975. 1973's Dark Side of the Moon had not only achieved high praise from the critics but had sold better than most any album ever recorded. Nick Mason, Rick Wright, Roger Waters and David Gilmour had soared to extraordinary heights thanks to their balance of technological experimentation, their examinati…

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Shout It Out Loudcast" "Each KISS Members' Best Album" 1:48:16

18d ago1:48:16

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This week Tom & Zeus welcome Podcaster, Comic and Musician, Izzy Presley to pick the 10 members of KISS' best album. Each member of KISS made significant contributions to each album they performed on. But, on some albums, specific members especially shined. The guys each pick which album was the best for each of the 10 members of KISS. So grab your…

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Music Buzzz Ep. 125: Paul Rappaport Pt. 1 57:30

18d ago57:30

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ABOUT PAUL RAPPAPORT: Legend of Rock Music Promotion who enjoyed a storied 33 year career at Columbia Records where he was instrumental in the careers of everyone from Bob Dylan to Bruce Springsteen, Pink Floyd to The Rolling Stones, Elvis Costello and Billy Joel, Judas Priest to Alice in Chains and on and on.... his new book Gliders Over Hollywood…

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