Best Nathan Sieg Podcasts (2025)

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ep454: Star Wars Mini-Ranking Popcorn Punchout 2:43:51

1M ago2:43:51

2:43:51

The Video Monsters have gone to the Jedi temple and sought out the holocron from the archives for tonight's episode: STAR WARS Mini-Popcorn Punchout - the first Mini-Popcorn Punchout that we recorded long ago as a test run to make sure the shorter format was feasible and could be done in a more reasonable amount of time than a full Punchout. And li…

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ep453: Rainy Day Movie Madness 3:15:40

2M ago3:15:40

3:15:40

Dan is cashing in a rain check tonight, so Nathan and Eric are joined by filmmaker Robert Woods (AN IDEAL HOST) for an impromptu RAINY DAY MOVIE MADNESS where we each takes turns recommending our favorite movies to return to on a rainy day. So put away the umbrella, kick off your galoshes, and get cozy on the couch with your favorite snacks. We’re …

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ep452: Overnight Inventory 2:22:54

3M ago2:22:54

2:22:54

The Video Monsters lean even further into their 90s video store vibe by discussing the first 50 titles that they would select if Video Monsters was an actual brick and mortar video store. So put the posters on the wall, assemble the cardboard standees, and turn on the neon sign for tonight's first installment of Overnight Inventory! If you enjoy th…

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ep451: The Ice Storm (1997) 1:44:41

3M ago1:44:41

1:44:41

Thanksgiving comes early (technically late.... very late, but we’re trying to avoid being in a negative zone) this year, so grab your car keys, put on your Nixon mask, and meet us at the train station because it’s time for the Video Monsters to weather Ang Lee’s THE ICE STORM (1997). If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on D…

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Open Mic: Michael and the Rooster 41:53

4M ago41:53

41:53

Today we talk we Michael Carpenter, owner and operator of the Rooster in Gastonia, North Carolina. Ever wonder what it's like to own a music venue? Well, we peel back the curtain a bit and learn some neat things along the way! If you're in the Charlotte/Gastonia area, be sure to pop on by for any of the MANY events hosted at the Rooster! https://th…

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Retrospective: Severance S2E2 / Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig 12:09

4M ago12:09

12:09

First of all, please forgive my stuffiness! The crud had hit our household but I didn't want to wait too long to air a recap...so apologies! We dive deep into episode two this week and man what an episode it was! I really loved the fact that we got to time jump and go back to the night of the "overtime contingency plan" and peek a little more into …

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Retrospective: Severance S2E1 / Hello, Ms. Cobel 11:37

4M ago11:37

11:37

Severance Season Two has begun and boy, what a way to start a new season! We feel it was totally worth the long wait and if this episode is any indication of the wild ride we are in for this season....well then....we are in for a wild ride! Be sure to check out everything else we have cooking here at Echopsective! www.echospective.com…

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Restrospective: Severance Season One Recap 14:39

5M ago14:39

14:39

Thank you for listening to the first episode in the Retrospective series. We are very excited to share this with you all. Be warned, SPOILERS ahead! Severance Season Two is almost here and we cannot wait!! We wanted to do a quick 30,000 foot fly-over of what all went down in Season One and believe us, this is a QUICK fly-over!! There was SO much th…

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Happy New Year! 34:06

5M ago34:06

34:06

Welcome to the first episode of Season Three! We have some great things planned for 2025 so buckle up!! www.echospective.comBy Markese Burke and Nathan Sieg

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ep450: Merry eXtreMAS - Dimension Extreme Popcorn Punchout 3:29:37

5M ago3:29:37

3:29:37

Get ready for the acceptable conclusion to the finest holiday special of the season! And when we say “finest,” we put the emphasis on “fine” because this is the VIDEO MONSTERS HOLIDAY SPECT-adequate (it’s OK) PART 2: DIMENSION EXTREME-MAS! Tonight’s format is a POPCORN PUNCHOUT, where the Video Monsters and special guest Kyle Kuchta (SURVIVAL OF TH…

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ep449: Siege-ons Greetings 2:16:17

6M ago2:16:17

2:16:17

Siege-ons Greetings from the Video Monsters!! Tonight we present Part One of our two-part annual HOLIDAY SPECT-adequate (it’s fine): A Mini-Movie Madness where Nathan and Eric take turns selecting their recommendations for winter/snowy/holiday-adjacent siege movies! So grab some hot cocoa, decorate some cookies, lock the doors, board up the windows…

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ep448: Stormy Weather Popcorn Punchout 2:15:08

6M ago2:15:08

2:15:08

Tonight’s forecast: Cloudy with a Chance of CHAOS! The Video Monsters are braving the elements this evening with a Stormy Weather Popcorn Punchout, where we assemble our Video Rack Attack Bracket to decide which three storm, blizzard, tornado, hurricane, and/or other natural/unnatural weather phenomenon films will get the in-depth Video Monsters an…

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On a Very Special Episode... 58:05

6M ago58:05

58:05

Today we talk with Mollie Weakland of Hope United Survivor Network in Gastonia, North Carolina. We talk music, community, and Spice Girls. We kind of cover ALL the bases! We also talk about the 3rd Annual Rockin' Christmas event at The Rooster in Gastonia! Check out the link below for more information on the event, how to get tickets and how to sup…

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ep447: HauntedWeen (1991) 1:42:12

7M ago1:42:12

1:42:12

The Video Monsters have decided to travel back in time to a much better, more optimistic period in our lives: Halloween 2024! Tonight we’re discussing 1991’s HAUNTEDWEEN, a low-budget, surprisingly charming regional slasher film that closed out this year’s Knoxville Horror Film Festival. But first, Nathan provides us with some dispatches from KHFF …

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ep446: Stormy Weather Movie Madness 2:40:06

7M ago2:40:06

2:40:06

We think it is safe to say that, due to recent events, many of you out there are probably feeling a bit anxious about the future right now. We certainly are here at Video Monsters. We have always strived to make this silly little podcast a positive place to celebrate not just movies, but the sense of community that comes out of making, watching, an…

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ep445: Waterworld (1995) 2:29:43

7M ago2:29:43

2:29:43

I see seas of blue, blue water too.The bright burning sun. The dark sacred soil.And I think to myself.... what a Waterful WorldThat’s right! The time has come for us to venture off into the aquatic wasteland of the far future known as WATERWORLD; the notoriously expensive flop that was (mostly) directed by Kevin Reynolds! So grab a glass of Hydro, …

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ep444: Let Him Go 1:45:31

7M ago1:45:31

1:45:31

The Video Monsters continue their discussion on the work of Kevin Costner with an under-the-radar, late-career gem: Thomas Bezucha’s LET HIM GO (2020). This is a tense, lean neo-western thriller with a huge heart and some excellent performances from a fiery Diane Lane and the Cos’ as her steady-hand husband who embark on a road trip across the 60s …

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ep443: Ouchie, and Mirror Movie Madness - special guests Kyle Kuchta & Jeanette Wall 2:24:53

8M ago2:24:53

2:24:53

Director Kyle Kuchta and writer Jeanette Wall join the Video Monsters to talk about their new short film, OUCHIE, which recently screened at the Chattanooga Film Festival and is currently making the rounds on the festival circuit. After a discussion of the short, we each make our picks for a round of Mirror Movie Madness, discussing the best uses o…

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ep442: Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991) 1:53:09

8M ago1:53:09

1:53:09

Cancel the kitchen scraps, stop all merciful beheadings, and call off Christmas because it’s time to bow down before the almighty villainy Alan Rickman. Everything we do, we do it for him… and for the joy of catapulting ourselves into the castle of campy fun, crafty adventure, and questionable casting of Kevin Costner in the role of ROBIN HOOD: PRI…

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ep441: Kevin Costner Popcorn Punchout 2:36:54

8M ago2:36:54

2:36:54

The Video Monsters saddle up with special guest Robert Woods (filmmaker, An Ideal Host) for a Western-style showdown in tonight’s Kevin Costner Popcorn Punchout, where we assemble our Video Rack Attack Bracket and duel our way down to the line to decide which three Costner films will get the in-depth Video Monsters analysis. Will we find ourselves …

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We're Back...For Real This Time: Interview with Jason Mitcham 1:42:41

8M ago1:42:41

1:42:41

It's been a long time since we've aired an episode so forgive us if this one is a little lengthy! Markese and Nathan catch us all up on all things Echospective and Nathan talks with artist extraordinaire, Jason Mitcham. To see what Jason's been up to check out below: https://www.instagram.com/jason_mitcham/ https://www.jasonmitcham.com/ https://vim…

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ep440: Kevin Costner Movie Madness 2:36:31

11M ago2:36:31

2:36:31

Grab your baseball bat, put on your cowboy hat, and prepare yourself for questionable accents/narration because the Video Monsters are about to rundown the career of maybe the most quintessential All-American leading man of the modern era*. Nathan, Eric, and Dan will make ten picks each to bring you our 30 recommendations in tonight’s Kevin Costner…

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ep439: Zodiac (2007) 2:03:06

11M ago2:03:06

2:03:06

Grab your animal crackers, queue up Hurdy Gurdy Man, and meet us in a California basement because it’s time to finally close the book on our Journalism series with David Fincher’s ZODIAC (2007). If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record our episodes!! Go t…

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ep438: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) 1:59:52

12M ago1:59:52

1:59:52

Grab a cigarette filter, strap on your tape recorder, and meet us at the carousel bar because it’s time to buy the ticket and take the ride through bat country with Terry Gilliam’s FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record ou…

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Guess Who's Back? Back Again? 5:08

12M ago5:08

5:08

If you remember from Season One we talked a bit about trying out some new things this season. Boy did we try something new with this one! Maybe it's a good thing it's super short!! Nathan and Markese talk give some hints as to what you can expect with this new season! As always, we had a ton of fun making it!…

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ep437: Broadcast News (1987) 2:09:12

1y ago2:09:12

2:09:12

Unplug the phone, lace up your boots (but only if you want), dab the sweat off your brow, and put away that hefty shadow puppet because it’s time to listen closely as the Video Monsters broadcast their views on James L. Brooks’ BROADCAST NEWS!If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and l…

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ep436: Journalism Popcorn Punchout 2:22:21

1y ago2:22:21

2:22:21

Extra! Extra! Read, er…. hear all about it! Tonight we’ve got a Punchout poppin’ on pictures about the press, and we’re gonna shout it! Well, Eric will take care of most of the shouting as the Video Monsters raise Hell over which Journalism films are Deader than the rest! So Fletch yourself a Shattered Glass of Medium Cool Candy, man, because it’s …

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ep435: Journalism Movie Madness 3:12:51

1y ago3:12:51

3:12:51

Grab your (catchy newspaper headline to be added by the editor after they decide if this will make it to the front page), put on your (stereotypical journalist accessory that you always see in the movies but rarely ever actually see in real life), and get ready to (exaggerated action sequence to spice up the facts for a movie - to be added in post)…

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Sign My Sandwich: Interview With Nkrumah Mensah 1:24:36

1y ago1:24:36

1:24:36

What a way to end Season One!! We had a blast with Nkrumah...lots of laughs and great stories! Even a mention of the Purple One! Be sure to keep up with everything she is doing...she is ON the move people! www.between-the-line.com Be sure to keep up with us too! We're going back in the lab until June. Follow us on all our socials so you don't miss …

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ep434: Chattanooga Film Festival 2024 preview 2:13:57

1y ago2:13:57

2:13:57

Grab a case of Faygo, put on your Gogo boots, and pick out your finest masque before joining us in a dimension of cinematic sight and sound to melt your mind as we have a devil of a good time with Chris Dortch and Dustin Kramer discussing the Chattanooga Film Festival…where the Fest is family!!Special guests: Christ Dortch & Dustin Kramer - Chattan…

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Not Just a Regular Joe: Interview with Joe Lieb 1:29:28

1y ago1:29:28

1:29:28

Today we hang with Joe..finally!! Joe and Nathan met at NCSU back in the late 90s, formed a band and met the same fate as so many other famous powerhouse groups! But seriously, we loved hanging with Joe and hopefully his story resonates with all of you in some way. Be sure to check out TDIM as well! www.echospective.com…

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ep433: The Coen Brothers - Ranking Popcorn Punchout - special guest Matt Mercer 3:35:06

1y ago3:35:06

3:35:06

Grab your lucky coin, open you blue letter, and don't forget your hat as we tunnel our way through humor, action, and existentialism in tonight's Ranking Popcorn Punchout: Video Rack Attack Bracket of the Coen Brothers' filmography!Special guest: Matt Mercer - Contracted, Dementia: Part II, Bliss, Beyond the GatesIf you enjoy this episode, come joi…

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ep432: Where the Devil Roams (2023) - special guests John Adams & Toby Poser 1:41:32

1y ago1:41:32

1:41:32

Grab your rotting apples, take a look in the mirror, and work on your sewing skills as we sing the praises of John Adams and Toby Poser in our interview and analysis of Where the Devil Roams!!Special guests: John Adams & Toby Poser - Hellbender, The Deeper You DigStay up to date with all Adams Family news at https://wonderwheelproductions.comOrder …

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Now For a Word From Our Sponsors: Just Kidding...It's Just Us! 15:08

1y ago15:08

15:08

This episode is short and sweet. We had to shuffle some things around this week but will resume to our regularly scheduled programming next week!By Markese Burke and Nathan Sieg

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Calling An Audible: Interview with Tami Rumfelt 1:14:10

1y ago1:14:10

1:14:10

This week we talk with Tami with an I!! She's a radio personality, voice over artist and connoisseur of all things bread. Ok we made up that last part, but hey, give her a chance anyways! We had a great time learning all the ins and outs of the radio world and we hope you do as well. Be sure to check out all Tami is up to : www.instagram.com/tamiwi…

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ep431: 2024 Themes Popcorn Puchout - part 2 2:43:29

1y ago2:43:29

2:43:29

Top off your white lightning, refill your mega-sized popcorn bucket, and remember that wherever you go to listen to your podcast...there you are! Swap out the tapes because tonight is part two of our Popcorn Punchout to pick our main themes for the year - in the end, there can be only one....er.... eight.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Vid…

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ep430: 2024 Themes Popcorn Punchout - part 1 2:16:29

1y ago2:16:29

2:16:29

Grab your freeze dried ice cream, a mega-sized popcorn bucket, and try to keep your sanity as three good fellas roll the dice and sink their jaws into tonight's mega-sized Popcorn Punchout as we work from 32 themes down to our final 8 for the year!! And get ready to change the tapes midway through, because tonight is only part 1 of this two-part ep…

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ep429: The Menu (2022) - special guest Sarah Stubbs 2:31:52

1y ago2:31:52

2:31:52

Grab your breadless bread, cozy up to the fire, and don't just listen....savor. Savor our analysis of THE MENU as we podcast on the edge of the abyss (which is where god works too)!Special guest: Sarah Stubbs - Geeks Who Eat, Final Girls FeastIf you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and l…

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ep428: Ratatouille (2007) 2:00:38

1y ago2:00:38

2:00:38

Grab your trash cheese, put on your tiny chef's hat, and strike your best freeze frame pose as you let the combination of our cinematic tastes swirl around your head in our analysis of RATATOUILLE!! And remember, anyone can be a podcaster... but it takes true passion to be a Video Monster.If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew…

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ep427: Pig (2021) 2:16:52

1y ago2:16:52

2:16:52

Grab your best bottle of crypt wine, take down the curtains, and fry up some bacon because the timer is running for us to deconstruct our thoughts in tonight's analysis of PIG!If you enjoy this episode, come join the Video Monsters crew on Discord - be a part of the discussion and listen in live when we record our episodes!! Go to linktree.com/vide…

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Conduct Yourself Properly: Interview with Matthew Troy 1:21:08

1y ago1:21:08

1:21:08

Have you ever been to an orchestral or symphony performance and watched the conductor? I mean man, those folks work up a sweat! Have you ever wondered...how do they do that? How does one become a conductor? Are they required to wear tails? Well, most of those questions will be answered in today's episode! We talk to Matthew Troy, conductor extraord…

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Candor and All Things Yummy: Interview with Mark Kroos 1:57:10

1y ago1:57:10

1:57:10

Ok gang...we really did it this time!! Prepare yourselves because this episode is almost TWO hours long!! We just couldn't bring ourselves to split it up and make you wait for a part two! So to help with the listening load, we are utilizing chapter markers! This week, we talk to Mark Kroos and he tells us all about being an independent traveling pr…

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Screeeeaaaam for Me Winston Salem!: Interview with Brad Ward 1:35:45

1y ago1:35:45

1:35:45

We are trying something a little different this week. We aren't going to part this episode out...you get the FULL hour and a half of content! You spoke, we listened. Keep the thoughts and ideas coming! We talk with Brad Ward of Maiden Voyage, North Carolina's premier Iron Maiden tribute act! Check them out at www.maidenvoyagenc.com Brad is also a s…

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Jenny Says...Listen To This Show: Interview with Rick Hitchcock Pt. 2 1:08:38

1+ y ago1:08:38

1:08:38

We knew you'd come back for part two!! So here it is...part two! Don't forget to visit Weekend Excursion's site so you can help support them! www.weekendexcursion.com Todays episode is supported by Trimark Turf Solutions www.trimarkturf.com Be sure to check out the show's site as well www.echospective.com Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist…

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Working for the Weekend: Interview with Rick Hitchcock Pt.1 45:10

1+ y ago45:10

45:10

No this isn't an episode about Loverboy. Today we talk to Rick Hitchcock. Tour manager, guitar tech, music geek and all around good dude. He's got some fantastic stories and wait...it gets even better! This is only the first part!! Don't forget to visit Weekend Excursion's site so you can help support them! www.weekendexcursion.com Todays episode i…

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Platinum All Over: Interview with Reggie Love 56:15

1+ y ago56:15

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Happy Valentine's Day! Today Reggie Love joins us on the show. We hope you find his story encouraging and challenging. Maybe it's time for you to make a change? Chase a dream? Eat some candy hearts? Another TDIM today as well! Be sure to check out Reggie's music at www.reggielovemusic.com If you're in the Triad area in North Carolina be sure to che…

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Sounds from Pennsylvania: Interview with Steven Courtney 1:10:20

1+ y ago1:10:20

1:10:20

What an action packed episode!! You will laugh, you will cry, you will julienne fries! Well maybe not that last part. This is where the rubber meets the road and the show really starts to take form. We are now talking to people other than ourselves!! To kick it off is Steven Courtney of Pennsylvania Kids and Family music fame. Then we have a "This …

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This Day In Music: Hip Hop History 8:24

1+ y ago8:24

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Markese takes us on a beat-tastic journey through time and space! Be prepared to laugh and learn and get all the falsetto you can handle!! www.echospective.com For more Markese check out : https://youtube.com/@KWeM74?si=O4STu_Gg8Ejn1acj Buy us a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/EchospectiveBy Markese Burke and Nathan Sieg

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This Day In Music: Rock Talk 7:40

1+ y ago7:40

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With a little history and humor, Nathan takes us back to what happened on this day in music, January 24th! Check out www.thisdayinmusic.com for your own history lessons and be sure to check out future episodes of TDIM! Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Xj4OhVFgKuYqVq44qvXsG?si=3BraWH2aSUq0zHQA-hvwjA&pi=u-2p5K8xyJTea0 Song: Composed by Na…

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Family Is Everything: Interview with Nathan Sieg 1:01:19

1+ y ago1:01:19

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To understand where you are going, it is important to know where you came from. In this episode, we delve a little into Nathan's background, musical beginnings and the importance/influence of family. Now that you have come to know us, we want to know you. If you have a story you would like to share let us know and maybe we could have you on the sho…

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