Thoughtful Discussions is a podcast series by Josh Snider. Focused on deep conversations with artists and entrepreneurs in the Pittsburgh area.
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The Coolest Alive Podcast with Jesse Blaze Snider. Every Tuesday, “Coolest Alive” dives into a fantastic album worthy of your time. No stuffy reviews here, just records from across genres getting deserved praise as must-listen classics, packed with cool vibes and reasons to hit play. Tune in for the best in music weekly. Wednesday’s “Coolest Alive” is all about comic books/graphic novels that shine bright. We’re not reviewing, we’re celebrating what makes this medium so awesome! Join us to d ...
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Acid For Squares is the viral psycho-spiritual talk show hosted by 2023 iHeartRadio Award nominees Tanya Dahl and Cody Blue Snider. After life-altering mystical experiences healed their minds and bodies, the duo launched a quest to explore the unknown. Every Tuesday, they create an uncensored platform for shamans, scientists, sages, scholars, and artists to share their real-life encounters with the supernatural— dissecting the paranormal and decoding the nature of reality in a search for hid ...
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Eddie Trunk, the most well-known name in hard rock and metal music, brings his insight, commentary, reviews, discussion, and in-depth interviews to the podcast world! Join Eddie and his famous friends in rock and entertainment every week for a rollicking good time.
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13 films that crawled under my skin and nested in my marrow, from the childhood basement VHS that taught me monsters are real to the midnight theater scream that still echoes in my ribcage; each pick is a scar, a shiver, a story of how a single frame can haunt you longer than any ghost, ranked by the nights I couldn’t sleep and the shadows I still …
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MOBILE CARD GAME: "Marvel Snap" is Intellectually Addictive to Marvel Fans Young & OLD!
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28:06Fridays are for the eclectic, think VIDEO GAMES, BOOKS, PLAYS, or STAND UP. Each week, we share something extraordinary and dive into why it’s a standout. Expect the unexpected as we explore the coolest picks across all mediums! THIS WEEK: "Marvel Snap" Mobile Card Game
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LIVE ACTION: Josh Hartnett in "Fight of Flight" (A Coolest Pick for 2025!)
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12:13Thursday’s “Coolest Alive” brings the spotlight to a stellar film or TV show. Forget formal critiques, we’re here to talk about what makes live-action filmmaking so great, from epic moments to why it’s a must-watch. Catch the cinematic love every week! THIS WEEK: "Fight or Flight" starring Josh Hartnett…
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Neal Schon, founder and guitarist of Journey, joins Eddie Trunk to express his disappointment about rock bands being overlooked for the Super Bowl halftime show in San Francisco. He suggests a Bay Area showcase featuring Journey, Metallica, and Santana would've been perfect for the occasion. Schon also reveals Journey's plans for an extensive tour …
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COMICS: Spider-Man's Single Greatest GN "Kraven's Last Hunt"!
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14:59Wednesday’s “Coolest Alive” is all about comic books/graphic novels that shine bright. We’re not reviewing, we’re celebrating what makes this medium so awesome! Join us to discover a visual storytelling gem you’ll want to check out! THIS WEEK: Kraven’s Last Hunt GN
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ANIMATION: Disney's The Sword in the Stone (A Coolest CLASSIC!)
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11:58Tuesday’s “Coolest Alive” brings the spotlight to an amazing cartoon or animated film. A celebration of what makes animation so great, from epic feature-length triumphs to must-watch animated series that appeal to the young & old. Catch the animated love every week! THIS WEEK: Disney’s The Sword and the Stone…
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#65 Halloween Special: True Stories Of the Supernatural
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1:16:46For this year’s Halloween special, we invited the community to submit video accounts of their real-life encounters with the paranormal. From chilling ghost sightings to unexplained alien experiences, these true stories explore the unknown through a lens of fear and curiosity. Hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl also share one of their own most unsettlin…
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MUSIC: Punky Brüster - Cooked on Phonics (Little Known Punk/Metal/Comedy Concept Album, a MUST LISTEN for ANYONE w/ a PULSE!)
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28:05Every Monday, “Coolest Alive” dives into a fantastic album worthy of your time. No stuffy reviews here, just records from across genres getting deserved praise as must-listen classics, packed with cool vibes and reasons to hit play. Tune in for the best in music weekly! THIS WEEK: Punky Brüster – "Cooked on Phonics" by Devon Townsend…
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MUSIC CELEBRATION! (We're adding MUSIC COVERAGE to Coolest Alive! What to expect?)
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53:00That's right, everyone. Instead of bringing back his music show, "All Your Favorite Bands Suck", host Jesse Blaze Snider is simply EXPANDING the "Coolest Alive" Podcast to cover a wider range of topics, including MUSIC. But WHAT will that look like? Join us for a celebration of JBS' personal musical journey as an artist & fan with a wide range of g…
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BOOKS: “The Hobbit” - J.R.R. Tolkien’s Eternal Classic (A Great Book for Pre-Teen Readers!)
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21:58Fridays are for the eclectic—think BOOKS, DOCUMENTARIES, STAGE SHOWS, VIDEO GAMES, STREET FIGHTS or anything else not covered on Tuesday thru Thursdays shows. Each week, we share something extraordinary (besides music, comics and movies), diving into why it’s a standout in its field. Expect the unexpected every Friday as we explore the coolest pick…
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MOVIES: “The Rock” w/ Sean Connery (James Bond’s Last Hurrah!)
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17:28Today's “Coolest Alive” brings the spotlight to a stellar film or TV show. Forget formal critiques—we’re here to talk about what makes live action filmmaking so great, from epic moments to why it’s a must-watch. Catch the cinematic love every week, starting with "The Rock".
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In this emotional special edition of Trunk Nation, Eddie Trunk leads a heartfelt tribute to his dear friend of nearly four decades, Ace Frehley, who passed away at 74. The show features an outpouring of love from fellow musicians including John 5, Charlie Benante, Frank Bello, Tom Morello, Nuno Bettencourt, Bruce Kulick, Joe Bonamassa, and Gary Che…
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COMICS: MAUS in the HOUSE! (Is it the GREATEST GN of ALL-TIME?!)
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13:57Wednesday’s “Coolest Alive” is all about comic books/graphic novels that shine bright. We’re not reviewing, we’re celebrating what makes this medium so awesome! Join us to discover a visual storytelling gem you’ll want to check out, starting with MAUS!
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MUSIC: Flight of the Conchords - “I Told You I Was Freaky” (Their even more hysterical follow-up album!)
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22:08Every Tuesday, “Coolest Alive” dives into a fantastic album worthy of your time. No stuffy reviews here, just records from across genres getting deserved praise as must-listen classics, packed with cool vibes and reasons to hit play. Tune in for the best in music weekly, starting with Flight of the Conchords' “I Told You I Was Freaky”!…
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#64 Lady-O: Alien Upgrade - The Most Terrifying Abduction Story We Have Ever Heard
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1:20:32On this episode of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl sit down with Lady-O (Oriah) a shamanic practitioner, co-host of the Mystics Podcast, and author of Alien Upgrade: A New Dimension In Abduction. Lady-O shares her powerful story of going from a non-believer to a full-blown mystic, a journey that culminated in an alien a…
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In this heartfelt special edition of The Eddie Trunk Podcast, Eddie pays tribute to his close friend Ace Frehley, who passed away at 74 following injuries from a fall. Eddie shares personal stories from their 40-year friendship, from signing Ace to his first post-KISS solo record deal in 1986 to their countless adventures together. He recalls Ace's…
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John 5, Richie Kotzen & Nancy Peart Burkholder
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1:59:50Eddie Trunk welcomes guitar legends John 5 and Richie Kotzen to discuss their joint tour. The conversation covers John's residency with Mötley Crüe in Las Vegas, Richie's DIY home generator project, and their mutual admiration as musicians. The guitarists share fascinating stories from their careers, including Richie's near-miss with Ozzy Osbourne,…
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James Gunn's DCU Flops?! (Superman Lost Money? Peacemaker Season 2 TANKS in the RATINGS?! Can SUPERGIRL & CLAYFACE save the day?!?
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39:15It's been a rough week for James Gunn as the universally maligned final episode of Peacemaker Season 2 releases, capping off a season that started strong with its premiere but quickly fell off the charts completely. Then the news broke about "Superman"... it LOST 42 million at the BOX OFFICE! Superman and Peacemaker season 2's worlds were closely i…
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#63 Entities spoke through my mother – the story I never told: Josh Woolf & KC Haxton
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1:02:37On this episode of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl speak with producer Josh Woolf and artist KC Woolf, cousins connected by an extraordinary family secret. Josh’s mother, Ijia Woolf, began spontaneously channeling spirits in their childhood home — eventually connecting with two of the most profound ascended masters: Sid…
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Coolest Pick - “KPop Demon Hunters” on Netflix
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8:27Netflix, what you've just helped to bring to the masses is one of the most insanely awesome things the Coolest Geek Alive has most recently seen! At no point in your fun, well-paced, animated, pop-musical, kung-fu action film were you even close to anything that could be considered boring. Every listener of this podcast will be better for having wa…
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Luke Spiller, Marc LaBelle & Mike Tramp
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2:01:17Luke Spiller and Marc LaBelle join Eddie Trunk to discuss their bands' joint tour and musical journeys. They dive into their Bad Company tribute contributions, with The Struts' 'Rock and Roll Fantasy' and Dirty Honey's 'Rock Steady' releases. Luke shares the emotional story behind Brian May's collaboration on the 10th anniversary version of 'Could …
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Quentin Tarantino: Coolest Screen-write Alive! (13 Best Flicks!)
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1:11:19Quentin Tarantino is more than a filmmaker; he’s a genre all his own. In this episode, Jesse Blaze Snider celebrates the “Coolest Screenwriter Alive,” breaking down the 13 best flicks ever penned by the master of dialogue, reverence, and blood-soaked brilliance. From Reservoir Dogs to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, we dive into Tarantino’s razor-sh…
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#62: Dick Russell: The Bridge Between Schizophrenia and Shamanism
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In a candid conversation with Eddie Trunk, Motley Crue frontman Vince Neil shares the harrowing details of his Christmas night stroke that left the entire left side of his body paralyzed. Despite doctors telling him he'd never perform again, Neil describes his grueling six-month recovery journey from wheelchair to walker to cane, and ultimately bac…
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One Battle After Another – Hollywood’s “Freedom Fighters” Exposed
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41:39Today on Coolest Geek Alive, Jesse Blaze dives into the polarizing new film One Battle After Another—a movie critics are already praising, but one that raises disturbing questions about the stories Hollywood wants us to celebrate. The so-called “heroes” of the film aren’t noble freedom fighters at all: they’re selfish thrill-seekers, fetishized arc…
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#61 Angie B: Teaching Empaths to protect their energy and heal themselves
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Sammy Hagar opens up about the tensions during the recording of Van Halen's Balance album, which would become his final record with the band. He shares insights into the creative process, the band's deteriorating relationships, and producer Bruce Fairburn's crucial role in completing the project. Hagar also reveals his extensive charitable work thr…
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Coolest Alive: Jimmy Kimmel Free-Speech Flip
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51:39In this episode, Jesse Blaze Snider dives into the latest Kimmel controversy to expose a deeper double standard. When a comedian on “their side” courts backlash, the left rallies around free speech, but when others (from Trump to countless unapproved voices) face similar pressure, that principle suddenly vanishes. Jesse unpacks how the outrage mach…
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#60 Eric Shuss: The Technologist Harnessing A.I. To Become a Cyborg
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1:04:52On this episode of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl welcome leading technologist Eric Shuss to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and how robotic integration could transform society for the better. Eric shares his vision of a world where humans and machines merge—not as science fiction, but as a necessary evol…
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Dee Snider joined Eddie Trunk to announce Twisted Sister's return for their 50th anniversary in 2026. After turning 70 and reflecting on the band's legacy, Dee decided it was time for one more run despite previously vowing never to reunite. He discusses the lineup changes, including Joe Franco replacing the late A.J. Pero on drums and Russ Pzutto t…
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Robert Redford Celebration (Honoring the Dead w/ 11 Classics to Watch While in Mourning!)
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1:09:23Robert Redford was the MAN! A charming, strong, often subtle, but always convincing actor and a damn good director/producer to boot! His films transcend genre, including comedies, action, drama & romance, with many films touching on all 4 of those genres in a single film. Whatever the movie Robert Redford seemed to ground them in some true reality …
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#59 Danny Sheehan: The Hidden Holy War Behind UFO Disclosure
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1:19:19On episode 58 of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl are joined by legendary constitutional attorney and UAP disclosure pioneer Daniel Sheehan for a rare deep dive into the spiritual nature of the UFO phenomenon, and its cover-up not only by governments, but by the world’s major academic and religious institutions. Sheehan …
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System of a Down's Serj Tankian opens up about his innovative art exhibition, blending music and visual art in a unique way. He shares the band's unconventional approach to touring, playing fewer but larger shows. Tankian discusses the creative differences within the band, their strong personal relationships, and the unexpected journey of System of…
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Mel Brooks Celebration! (His 6 Best Comedies & a BONUS film based on HIS LIFE!)
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1:08:09He's known for so many incredible films & shows including "History of the World: Part 1", "Young Frankenstein", "Blazing Saddles", "Get Smart", "Robin Hood: Men in Tights", "High Anxiety", "Caesar's Hour" (And other Sid Caesar variety shows), "Silent Movie", "12 Chairs", "The Producers" and the most classic of "Star Wars" parodies, "SPACEBALLS"! Bu…
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#58 Ivy Sunderj: Skeptic Turned Medium After Dead Fiancé Starts Talking to Her
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56:09On this episode of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl talk with Ivy Sunderji, a TV writer and professor turned evidential medium. Raised a strict scientific materialist, Ivy’s world unraveled when her fiancé, a psychologist, died in a tragic surfing accident and began contacting her from the other side. That communication …
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Bob Odenkirk, what you've just helped to create is one of the most insanely awesome things the Coolest Geek Alive has most recently seen! At no point in your hysterical, fast-paced, hitman/family man action film were you even close to anything that could be considered boring. Every listener of this podcast will be better for having watched your fil…
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Before Invincible & Walking Dead, There Was THIS (The Hidden Flame Behind Robert Kirkman’s Fire)
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1:23:36Before Invincible ever soared and The Walking Dead ever lurched onto the scene, there was one series that lit the spark, a wild, fearless, creator-owned book that proved anything was possible in comics. It just so happens to be my all-time favorite. Robert Kirkman and I bonded over this book as teenage superfans, and it shaped the way both of us sa…
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In a candid conversation, Mike Portnoy discusses Dream Theater's triumphant return and biggest tour ever, from selling out London's O2 Arena to performing Pink Floyd's 'Echoes' at ancient Pompeii. He reveals details about their North American tour featuring the new album Parasomnia in its entirety, culminating in a bucket-list show at Nassau Colise…
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#57 Alan Green: Cryptographer Decodes Masonic Messages in the Declaration of Independence
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1:19:26WARNING: This episode departs from our usual programming and is accompanied by a visual presentation, which may be challenging to follow in audio form. For optimal experience, you can watch the episode on the Acid For Squares YouTube channel, and please be sure to subscribe while you are there. Thank you. On this episode of the Acid For Squares pod…
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Instant Classic - "Ne Zha 2" (In LIMITED Release NOW!)
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29:12We've NEVER done this before, but we MUST declare "Ne Zha 2" as NOT JUST a "Coolest Pick", but a bonafide CLASSIC Right. Out. Of. The. Gate! It's got EVERYTHING! Classic Good & Evil archetypes! Good Humor! Wild Action! Insanely gorgeous VISUALS! Great characters, a brilliant, deeply meaningful story, and absolutely genius writing! PLUS, not require…
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Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson opens up about his eagerly anticipated solo tour, the reissue of 'Balls to Picasso', and the delicate balance between his solo career and Maiden's enduring legacy. With candid reflections on his vocal prowess, past battles with cancer, and the evolution of live performances, Dickinson offers a glimpse into the mind of …
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"Disney's Boy Trouble" (Variety Reports Disney on HUNT for NEW Male-Driven Intellectual Properties for them to PURCHASE & DESTROY.)
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1:24:27On today's episode of Coolest Geek Alive, Jesse digs into industry trade magazine "Variety" and their bafflingly tone-deaf article titled, "Disney’s Boy Trouble: Studio Seeks Original IP to Win Back Gen-Z Men Amid Marvel, Lucasfilm Struggles"! Honestly, you just cannot make these hot takes up, and host Jesse Blaze Snider cannot resist another oppor…
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#56 Josh Wolf: Comedian trips on stage taking comedy to another dimension
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1:11:33On this episode of Acid For Squares, hosts Cody Blue and Tanya Dahl welcome Josh Wolf, comedian, actor, writer, and New York Times bestselling author of It Takes Balls. Josh has spent decades making people laugh on Chelsea Lately, My Name Is Earl, and Raising Hope, building a reputation as one of the most fearless comics working today. More recentl…
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Coolest Pick(s) Comedy Double-Feature - “Spaghettiman” & "Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans"
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24:39Fate, what you've helped to create are some of the most insanely awesome things the Coolest Geek Alive has most recently seen! At no point in either of your funny, well-paced, indie comedies were you even close to anything that could be considered boring. Every listener of this podcast will be better for having watched your films. We award you all …
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Legendary rockers Scorpions join Eddie Trunk to celebrate their 60-year career and discuss their current Las Vegas residency. The band shares stories from their extensive touring history, including playing in 83 countries. They reveal details about their upcoming biopic 'Wind of Change', a new compilation album, and the possibility of future music.…
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Bad Guys Franchise: Perspective from a 10-Year-Old Fan of the BOOKS! (Plus, more FF, Superman & Jurassic World Box Office Drama!)
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1:08:40This week, the Coolest Geek Alive sits down with his youngest son, Grayson Wayne Snider, to interview him on the state of the "BAD GUYS" film franchise, which just released its second film, "The Bad Guys 2". Find out how well DreamWorks is doing bringing the beloved book series to life, according to the perspective of a REAL FAN who grew up reading…
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E55 Architect Turned Feng Shui Master | Nicola Paradis Berkowski
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1:03:23On this episode of the Acid For Squares podcast, hosts Tanya Dahl & Cody Blue sit down with Nicola Paradis Berkowski, an architect turned Feng Shui Master, who dives into the wisdom, mysteries, and even superstitions of this ancient practice. From its origins to its modern applications, Nicola reveals how the spaces we live in can shape our energy,…
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Coolest Pick - “Fist Fight” (2017) w/ Charlie Day, Ice Cube, Jillian Bell & Tracy Morgan!
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14:44Ice Cube & Charlie Day, what you've just helped to create is one of the most insanely fun & funny movies the Coolest Geek Alive has ever seen! At no point in your hysterical, fast-paced, Teacher's Lounge drama comedy were you even close to anything that could be considered boring. Every listener of this podcast will be better for having watched you…
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Acid For Squares is the viral psycho-spiritual talk show hosted by 2023 iHeartRadio Award nominees Tanya Dahl and Cody Blue Snider. Following life-altering mystical experiences that healed their minds and bodies, the duo embarked on a quest to explore the unknown. Every Tuesday, they create an uncensored space for shamans, scientists, sages, schola…
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Robert Trujillo & The Danger Of AI In The Music Industry
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1:35:20In a heartfelt conversation, Robert Trujillo opens up about Ozzy Osbourne's passing, recounting touching moments from the funeral and the Back to the Beginning concert. He discusses Metallica's new SiriusXM channel, potential Sphere concert, and the importance of honoring musical influences. Trujillo also touches on his Jaco Pastorius documentary a…
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