On this week’s episode, Hinton McLeod and Rod set sail aboard the Black Freighter on a rescue mission for Pirate Jenny. We get our ass kicked by Japanese film R100, and we like it. And Rod does a terrible job of selling you on the new HBO series, Barry. Show References: Suzanne by Nina Simone | Hinton on Almost Educational Hinton McLeod: Twitter | Website VOTE: Don’t forget to VOTE for the song you’d like us to cover on episode 257. Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part of ours. Fair Use ..read more

On this week’s episode, we explore the haunting lyrics and shadowy, incorporeal rhythms of Ghospoet. Also on the episode, Rod realizes he may be sinking into a depressive funk and so discovers Love, through Netflix. The literary world of Ann Leckie invites us all to self-identify as a spaceship if we want to. And we get into the head of Cabbage. Ghostpoet: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Soundcloud Show References: Tidy Nice and Neat by The Streets ft. Ghostpoet | Lost In Space (2018) Trailer Below is the Spotify playlist Moksha put together for this episode, enjoy! VOTE: Subscribe ..read more

This week, Jodie B. of the Po Boys Podcast guides us through Mark Lanegan’s “Carnival”. Roseanne Barr and John Goodman are back and lighter than ever. Friendly kid at Chick-fil-A shines a light on a divided nation. And Moksha introduces us to White Reaper, aka The World’s Best American Band. Show References: Rod’s video ft. This Lullaby | Mad Season Sonic Evolution: Spotify, YouTube Jodie B: Twitter | Po Boys Podcast | Jodie B. on Our Liner Notes White Reaper: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page f ..read more

On this week’s episode, we bring you “Pick Up the Pieces” by self-described cinematic southern gothic alt rockers Curse of Lono. Moksha presents us with a collection of clips of the band’s influences, and front man Felix Bechtolsheimer’s previous project, Hey Negrita. On our More To Life segment, Moksha bring’s the FX series Taboo starring Tom Hardy, and Rod recommends the latest Wes Anderson film Isle of Dogs. Lastly, we take a hit of Acid Dad with the track “Die Hard” over on the 2nd Stage. Curse of Lono: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Soundcloud Below is the Spotify pl ..read more

On this week’s episode, special guest Miguel Diaz of Sofa Couch Media brings a pivotal song from his younger days, “No Diggity” by Blackstreet. Also on this episode: growing up in rural West Texas, “Grandma’s Hands” by Bill Whithers, misheard lyrics, karaoke tips, and more. Follow Miguel & Sofa Couch Media: Instagram | Twitter More To Life Than Music: The 48 Laws Of Power by Robert Greene | Ricky Gervais: Humanity Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part of ours ..read more

Rod and Moksha give the 411 on the inner workings of their new collaboration, then Moksha takes us on a deep dive into the track “Dream State” by Son Lux, off 2018’s Brighter Wounds. We also get mildly political,  and debut two new segments. Moksha’s 2nd Stage: “Chevel” by Igorr There’s More to Life Than Music: HBO series Crashing | Graphic novel Lazarus by Greg Rucka and Michael Lark. Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part of ours ..read more

This week, Rod tries to keep you entertained all by himself with the song “If We Were Vampires” by Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. He gives you the 411 on Jason Isbell, talks about Muscle Shoals, and loses train of thought about 10 different times, and gives some updates on the future of the show. Show References: Muscle Shoals (2013) Trailer | Mascot Diaries Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part of ours ..read more

We pull Moksha Gren out of podcast retirement to help us do justice to Open Mike Eagle‘s “Brick Body Complex”. We get a brief history of Open Mike Eagle, share some historical facts about the Robert Taylor Homes, share our experiences with hip hop, live shows, race relations, and more. Show References: Audio Bonsai | Fresh Cuts Playlist | Crisis On Federal Street Documentary | Secret Skin Podcast Follow Moksha Gren’s Socials: Personal | Song Spotters Get In Touch: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | E-Mail Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part ..read more

On this week’s episode Patrick shares the song “Emotional Haircut” by LCD Soundsystem. We catch up on the married life, talk fashion, interpret lyrics, Apollonian & Dionysian literary concepts, Nietzsche, teaching literature, Denise ruins Patrick’s song, and more! Show References: Transresistor Radio Episode | Patrick’s guest spot on The Grawlix Podcast Follow Patrick on Twitter: Almost Educational | Make Dad Read Comics Patrick’s Shows: Almost Educational | Make Dad Read Comics Check out our Friends of the Show page for links to all the great podcasts that are a part of ours. Get In Touch ..read more

On this week’s episode Denise and Rod share one of their favorite tracks by, Oakland-based artist, Fantastic Negrito. They take care of some housekeeping at the top of the show, then give some Super Bowl XLII Halftime Show hot takes. They give a quick primer on Fantastic Negrito’s story. Denise hates on Rod for wasting so much time on social media. Denise doesn’t know the difference between a cajon and a washboard. Rod’s cross to bear. Everyone is a narcissist. Denise relaxes at hockey games, and more! Show References: Super Bowl XLII Halftime Show | The Fantastic Negrito Story | NPR Music Tin ..read more