The Self-Love Sermons™ is your 5-minute faith-fueled reset for the spirit, mindset, and purpose. Hosted by Nik Austin, author, entrepreneur, and the bold voice behind CoRo Is a Crush, this scripture-backed podcast delivers real, raw motivation to help you heal, grow, and protect your peace. If you’re navigating purpose, pressure, boundaries, or burnout—this is for you. Because self-love isn’t just a vibe—it’s warfare. Subscribe now and make The Self-Love Sermons your weekly spiritual reset.
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CoRo Is a Crush is where self-love, real talk, and faith collide—bold, unfiltered, and always from the heart. Hosted by Nik Austin, this podcast is your go-to for deep convos about healing, purpose, and embracing who you are without apology. New episodes drop on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, bringing you truth, laughter, and the occasional ‘did-they-just-say-that?!’ moment. Plus, don’t miss The Self-Love Sermon, a signature segment serving up powerful, faith-filled reminders to help you walk i ...
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Nik Nocturnal’s talks with legendary guests in the modern metal scene discussing everything from best breakdowns to navigating through the music industry.
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Pamplin Media Group's sports editors Wade Evanson, Andy Dieckhoff and Austin White bring you the latest news, analysis, feature stories and more from around the Portland metro area prep scene and parts of Central Oregon. Tune in weekly for what the crew is up to and what's coming up in Oregon high school sports.
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SLS 005 · This Pressure Has Purpose | When God Is Positioning You Through the Pain
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4:32Feeling overwhelmed? Like the pressure is too much? This episode reminds you: the pressure isn’t punishment—it’s preparation. Nik Austin brings a quick, faith-filled word to help you recognize the spiritual transformation happening beneath the surface. Don’t run from the pressure—let it shape you. 🎧 Tune in for a 5-minute reset for your spirit.…
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Will Ramos of Lorna Shore all about their new track OBLIVION, Sleep Token, Racing, Deathcore and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Moistcr1tikal about modern metal, gta6, deftones and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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SLS 004 · They Don’t Have to Get It—It Wasn’t Their Calling | Walk Boldly in What God Gave You
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4:22Walk Boldly in What God Gave You Not everyone’s gonna understand your calling—and that’s okay. In this 5-minute sermon, Nik Austin reminds you that the vision was given to you, not them. If you've ever felt alone, overlooked, or questioned while chasing God’s purpose for your life, this episode is for you. Walk boldly—even when they don’t get it. 🎧…
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CCP 73 · Everybody Can’t Come With You—And That’s How You Heal
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21:40In this raw and real episode of CoRo Is a Crush, Nik opens up about the hard truth of healing: everybody can’t come with you. Tune in for faith, boundaries, and the bold permission to protect your peace—without guilt. JOIN ME IN ALL THE PLACES:•Instagram•Facebook•YouTube•Pinterest•Website DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE?If you enjoyed this episode, subsc…
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SLS 003 · You’re Allowed to Outgrow What Broke You | Faith and Boundaries for Your Healing Season
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4:06You don’t have to stay in survival mode. In this powerful 5-minute word, I'm reminding you that you’re allowed to outgrow anything that broke you—even if it once felt like home. Based on Romans 12:2 (MSG), this sermon will challenge you to stop shrinking and start protecting your peace. This one's for the bold healing season you prayed for. Because…
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SLS 002 · God Didn’t Change His Mind About You | Christian Encouragement for When You Feel Disqualified
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4:22Even when you mess up, God doesn’t cancel the call. In this second Self-Love Sermon, I'm bringing a bold reminder from Romans 11:29 (MSG): “God’s gifts and God’s call are under full warranty—never canceled, never rescinded.” If shame, guilt, or failure has made you feel like you’re too far gone—this episode is for you. Listen in, take a deep breath…
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SLS 001: You’re Not Behind—You’re Becoming | Faith-Filled Motivation for Your Healing Season
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4:12Welcome to the very first Self-Love Sermon—a 5-minute, spirit-led word to remind you that you are not behind—you are becoming. This episode is for anyone who’s been feeling stuck, doubting their timing, or wondering if they missed their moment. Philippians 1:6 (MSG) sets the tone for this empowering message: “There has never been the slightest doub…
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The Self-Love Sermon™ A 5-minute faith-fueled reset for your spirit, mindset, and purpose. Hosted by Nik Austin, author, entrepreneur, and the bold voice behind the CoRo Is a Crush podcast, this podcast delivers real, raw, scripture-backed motivation to help you grow, heal, and glow the CoRo way. Each short episode is packed with truth, God’s Word …
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Bilmuri about all things country-core, touring with Sleep Token, Crabcore and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Simone Simons of Epica about Symphonic Metal, Deathcore, Sleep Token and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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JAMI MORGAN (Code Orange, NOWHERE2RUN) Podcast #63
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1:16:20Nik Nocturnal chats with Jami Morgan about what happend with Code Orange, best breakdowns, fighting musicians, and fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with TankTheTech about touring with Electric Callboy, Toxic Metal Fanbases, Metal Content Creation and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Self-Love Sermon #3: You’re Allowed to Outgrow What Broke You | Faith and Boundaries for Your Healing Season
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4:06You don’t have to stay in survival mode. In this powerful 5-minute word, I'm reminding you that you’re allowed to outgrow anything that broke you—even if it once felt like home. Based on Romans 12:2 (MSG), this sermon will challenge you to stop shrinking and start protecting your peace. This one's for the bold healing season you prayed for. ✅ First…
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CCP 72 · He Got Up—Now It’s Your Turn (Easter Special)
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30:02In this Easter episode of CoRo Is a Crush, Nik reminds us that if Jesus got up, so can we. It’s time to rise from dead mindsets, fear, and shame—and walk boldly in our purpose. Tune in for truth, fire, and resurrection power! JOIN ME IN ALL THE PLACES:•Instagram•Facebook•YouTube•Pinterest•Website DID YOU ENJOY THE EPISODE?If you enjoyed this episod…
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Self-Love Sermon #2: God Didn’t Change His Mind About You | Christian Encouragement for When You Feel Disqualified
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4:22Even when you mess up, God doesn’t cancel the call. In this second Self-Love Sermon, Nik Austin brings a bold reminder from Romans 11:29 (MSG): “God’s gifts and God’s call are under full warranty—never canceled, never rescinded.” If shame, guilt, or failure has made you feel like you’re too far gone—this episode is for you. 💥 First 3 episodes are F…
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BUSTER ODEHOLM (Humanity's Last Breath, Thrown, Vildhjarta) Podcast
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57:19Nik Nocturnal chats with Buster Odeholm of Humanity's Last Breath, Thrown & Vildhjarta about thall, modern metal bands, breakdowns and more fun metal thingsBy Nik Nocturnal
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Self-Love Sermon #1: You’re Not Behind—You’re Becoming | Faith-Filled Motivation for Your Healing Season
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4:12Welcome to the very first Self-Love Sermon—a 5-minute, spirit-led word from Nik Austin to remind you that you are not behind—you are becoming. This episode is for anyone who’s been feeling stuck, doubting their timing, or wondering if they missed their moment. Philippians 1:6 (MSG) sets the tone for this empowering message: “There has never been th…
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In this powerful episode of CoRo Is a Crush, I open up about my journey as an autism mom in honor of World Autism Awareness Day. With raw truth and heartfelt reflection, I'm sharing the real, layered experience of parenting a child with autism—while offering support, awareness, and encouragement to every listener. Plus, I announce the launch of The…
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Jeremy Mckinnon of A Day To Remember about the origins of "Disrespect Your Surroundings", The New ADTR record, Feedback and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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CCP 70 · Growing Through It: How to Stop Fighting Your Journey & Start Trusting the Process
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28:11Feeling stretched, tested, or like life just isn’t making sense? You’re not alone. In this episode of CoRo Is a Crush, we’re diving deep into the truth about growth—why it feels so uncomfortable, why we resist it, and how to stop fighting the process and start trusting God’s plan. If you’re in a season of waiting, feeling stuck, or struggling to su…
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ELECTRIC CALLBOY (Nico Sallach & Kevin Ratajczak)
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1:16:43Nik Nocturnal chats with Nico Sallach and Kevin Ratajczak of Electric Callboy about their new album, embracing memes, songwriting and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Phil Bozeman of Whitechapel about 2000s deathcore, birdfeeding, living with a Canadian and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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CCP 69 · From Ashes to Authority: Rising Into Your God-Given Power
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23:00For too long, society has told women to shrink—be quiet, be agreeable, fit the mold. But not anymore. In this episode of CoRo Is a Crush, we’re breaking down the ways the world tries to box us in and why it’s time to break free. From outdated expectations to double standards, we’re calling it all out and reclaiming our power. If you’ve ever felt li…
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Nik Nocturnal chats with El Estepario Siberiano about viral drumming, one handed tricks, building his content empire and fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Adam Gontier of Three Days Grace about reuniting with the band, 2000s metal/rock, breakdowns and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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CCP 68 · God Said ‘Take Up Space’—So Why Are You Playing Small?
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15:18God said, ‘Take up space’—so why are you playing small? In this episode of CoRo Is a Crush, we’re calling out the doubts, fears, and societal BS that keep us shrinking when we were meant to stand tall. If you've ever felt like you had to dim your light to make others comfortable, this one’s for you. It’s time to own your voice, your power, and your…
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Nik Nocturnal chats with John Petrucci of Dream Theater about night terror experiences, modern metal guitar insanity, long songs and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The MEMPHIS MAY FIRE (Matty Mullins) Interview
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51:23Nik Nocturnal chats with Matty Mullins of Memphis May Fire about Octancore, Risecore, breakdowns and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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CCP 67 · The Comeback – 3 Years of CoRo Is a Crush
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13:24It’s the comeback episode you’ve been waiting for! 🎉 CoRo Is a Crush is back and celebrating 3 years of bold conversations, real talk, and self-love sermons. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far, reintroducing myself and the podcast, and setting the tone for what’s next. Expect faith-filled motivation, unfiltered truth, and a whole…
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The CRISTINA SCABBIA (Lacuna Coil) Interview
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47:07Nik Nocturnal chats with Cristina Scabbia of Lacuna Coil about metal video games, The Voice Italy, streaming and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The SAM CARTER (Architects) Interview
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1:00:37Nik Nocturnal chats with Sam Carter of Architects about breakdowns, blegh, metalcore and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The KILLSWITCH ENGAGE (Jesse Leach) Interview
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51:19Nik Nocturnal chats with Jesse Leach of Killswitch engage about living in the woods, howard jones, modern metal and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The DAN SUGARMAN (Ice Nine Kills) Interview
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30:40Nik Nocturnal chats with Dan Sugarman of Ice Nine Kills all about their love for horror movies, metalcore, breakdowns and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Leo and Marius of MIRAR about classical thallstep, their new album, making the most extreme modern metal music possible and fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The CHRIS GARZA (Suicide SIlence) Interview
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34:54Nik Nocturnal chats with Chris Garza of Suicide Silence about modern day Deathcore, Metal Guitarists and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The AUSTIN DICKEY (Graystone/Dark Watch) Interview
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30:34Nik Nocturnal chats with Austin Dickey of Graystone & Dark Watch about breakdowns, insane callouts, and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The JUSTIN BONITZ (Graystone/Tallah) Interview
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30:16Nik Nocturnal chats with Justin Bonitz of Graystone and Tallah about wild animal vocal noises, metal memes, graystone and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Chaney Crabb of Entheos about being the first metal guest on Kai Cenat's stream, Drake sharing her vocals, deathmetal and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The BRENDAN MURPHY (Counterparts) Interview
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1:14:44Nik Nocturnal chats with Brendan Murphy of Counterparts about their new EP, european toilets, twitter comedy and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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THE BROWNING (Jonny McBee) Interview
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1:00:48Nik Nocturnal chats with Jonny McBee of The Browning all about eletronicore, evolution of synth breakdowns, deathcore and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The DISEMBODIED TYRANT (Blake Mullens) Interview
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46:02Nik Nocturnal chats with Blake Mullens of Disembodied Tyrant about the new era of modern heavy music, deathcore being heavier than ever, going on tour for the first time and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Devin Townsend about metal canadian things, releasing over 28 albums, filming videos for $5 and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The MARK TREMONTI (Creed/Alter Bridge) Interview
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41:34Nik Nocturnal chats with Mark Tremonti of Creed and Alter Bridge about his love for sleep token, tattooing, touring with Creed and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The MAKE THEM SUFFER (Sean Harmanis) Interview
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50:43Nik Nocturnal chats with Sean Harmanis of Make Them Suffer about their new album, breakdown callouts, australian things and other fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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The RYO KINOSHITA (Knosis, Ex: Crystal Lake) Interview
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1:00:27Nik Nocturnal chats with Ryo Kinoshita and Yosh Morita of Knosis about their Journey since Crystal Lake, new Knosis album, Japanese food and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with Spencer Chamberlain of Underoath about their 20 year anniversary tour, wanting to play with Knocked Loose, modern metal and more fun metal things!By Nik Nocturnal
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Nik Nocturnal chats with RJ PASIN about writing for Bring Me The Horizon, going viral making guitar samples, Polyphia and more!By Nik Nocturnal
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CCP 066 · New Year, Who Dis? Crafting Your 2025 Game Plan
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19:15Hey, Babez! Welcome to a brand-new day filled with endless possibilities. I’m your girl Nik Austin, and this is CoRo Is a Crush—your go-to spot for all things self-love, empowerment, and living life to the fullest. Let’s dive in and make today unforgettable! A BREAKDOWN OF THIS EPISODE : In this episode, we dive into how to create a powerful and p…
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CCP 065 · Grateful Hustle: The Power of Reflection in a Fast-Paced World
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21:16Hey, Babez! Welcome to a brand-new day filled with endless possibilities. I’m your girl Nik Austin, and this is CoRo Is a Crush—your go-to spot for all things self-love, empowerment, and living life to the fullest. Let’s dive in and make today unforgettable! A BREAKDOWN OF THIS EPISODE : In this episode, I'm diving into the importance of slowing d…
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