Best Tape Loops Podcasts (2025)

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Mr. H's Pivot 44:08

1d ago44:08

44:08

Mild-mannered, elementary school teacher Jason Hardrath may be a superhero. After competing in college as a cross country athlete, he turned to triathlons and then Iron Mans to push the limits of his endurance. Simultaneously, he developed his skills in the mountains and soon sought to combine the two, setting an audacious goal-- the first person t…

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See You Next Week 43:33

16d ago43:33

43:33

Over the last few years, students at Utah State University built a weekly ritual at their school gym to grow the climbing community on campus. When Utah’s legislature passed a contentious bill last year, that routine was stripped away after. Students rallied to raise awareness, fighting to keep their weekly meet-up alive. Support comes from Kuat Ra…

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Episode 89: Add(itive) Romance 1:07:33

21d ago1:07:33

1:07:33

Tom talks about past performances and creates a complex additive synthesizer using the Xaoc Devices Odessa and Noise Engineering Manis Iteritas with help from the Tip Top Audio FSU and Intellijel Rainmaker.By tom davis

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Good Good Bad: Bike To Board 35:45

23d ago35:45

35:45

Shifting paradigms is hard work, but sometimes it can be a whole heap of Type II Fun as well. In 2019, Stratton Matteson sought to find out if he could get away with only human powered mountain access for a whole year. Five years into his quest, he shares what he’s learned. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your f…

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The Shorts– Arise 41:25

30d ago41:25

41:25

What does it take to run an ultramarathon? Or top out a boulder that makes you stretch what you think you're capable of? Tenacity. From our seat, we see it happen all the time in our community. Today, Coleman Wood and Brian Laidlaw bring us two stories about rising up and meeting the challenge that they laid out for themselves. Support comes from K…

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#21 Supreme Self Confidence (ft. Shunt) 1:36:34

1M ago1:36:34

1:36:34

We chat about the band Joe used to be in, The joys of a 1991 Toyota Previa, Having a child in the YouTube/TikTok shorts era, Infamous nicknames, Touring in a death metal band as 20 year olds and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting... (no spoilers for this section!) and finally I think…

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Running Past History 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

Just 10 years ago, the director of the Barkley Marathons declared that the race was too tough for any woman to complete it. Meanwhile, Jasmin Paris, a mild-mannered veterinarian from Scotland was smashing records in the ultramarathon world. It wasn’t too long before Jasmin set her sights on the Barkley. It’s not everyday you make history. For Jasmi…

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Back To The Boundary Waters 30:24

2M ago30:24

30:24

Erik Grams has been taking trips to the Boundary Waters in Minnesota for over 30 years. It's his favorite place in the world. But last year, a fatal accident on a fishing trip that Erik was leading changed his life. On this episode from our friends at Points North, we hear Erik's harrowing story and how he has wrestled with his feelings about a pla…

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Mountain Reinvention 1:01:23

2M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

After his personal life takes a surprise turn, Luis Alonzo dares to reinvent himself by trying something far outside his comfort zone– climbing Mt. Rainier. With a crew of other novice climbers, Luis spends six months prepping for summit day. Will the climb move him closer to being the person he wants to be? Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use …

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Episode 88: 26 Patches for Cash 47:47

2M ago47:47

47:47

Happy 303 day!! Tom puts together a "small" acid techno system to jam out to in celebration of everything 303.By tom davis

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The Shorts— Without You 29:42

2M ago29:42

29:42

Loss. Grief. Healing. It’s part of being human. The emotions that almost tear us apart have the power to bring us together. Today, we bring you two powerful stories from Alison Kaplan and Monica Nigon. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your first order Diaries+ Members-- Their support is powering the Diaries- than…

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#20 STRESS RELIEF 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

We chat about the cost of UFC, Kettle-bell adventures, Doing Jackass as a child, A German man eating an egg, Police Drones, Road rage/Old folks driving and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting... (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "Stress Relief"... A tape we foun…

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Good, Good, Bad: The Never Ender 38:30

3M ago38:30

38:30

It started so harmlessly. Four years ago, professional skier Brody Leven embarked on a simple challenge – exercise outdoors everyday. In a complicated moment in time and life, it was a way to exert some control over his day to day. It was never supposed to last forever. Support comes from Kuat Racks Terns Use code DIRTBAG to save 25% off your first…

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The Diagnosis 46:45

3M ago46:45

46:45

Matt Martin and his fiancé, Hannah, were just starting out on their shared life, when a breast cancer diagnosis rewrote the script they’d imagined for life. Matt stepped into a new role – caregiver. Life became a blur of treatment, worry and existing with unknown outcomes. After a year of caring for Hannah, Matt received the chance to attend one of…

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Episode 87: For Whom The Belgrad Tolls 57:28

3M ago57:28

57:28

Tom creates another mini system, this time using the Xaoc Devices Belgrad filter as an Oscillator and running it through various waveshaping and effects! WOW!By tom davis

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Episode 86: Fala-ing Down 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Tom creates a VERY complex oscillator and dives a little deeper with the Fala Versio firmware while also exploring the 4MS tapographic delay on the Meta Module.By tom davis

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Growing Home 1:22:40

3M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Raised in the hollers of West Virginia, coal ran deep in Corey Lilly’s family, but it was the local ski hill with 600 feet of vertical that sparked his imagination and started an improbable run into professional skiing. After a head injury permanently impacted his vision and ended his career, Corey returned home to a struggling economy and the dept…

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Good, Good, Bad: Baja Cape Loop 37:59

4M ago37:59

37:59

Welcome to Good Good Bad, our series kickstarted by our Diaries+ Members. Every adventure has its good parts, even better bits and its difficult moments. These memories create rich experiences, friendships and learning. Today, we tackle the Cape Loop, a rugged, but rewarding bikepacking loop around the southern tip of Baja. Support comes from Kuat …

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Episode 85: Patch or Glory 58:32

4M ago58:32

58:32

Tom uses the Noise Engineering Incus Iteritas Alia firmware to create some hard hitting techno jams.By tom davis

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Episode 84: Mutable Scootin' Boogie 54:56

4M ago54:56

54:56

Tom puts together a Mutable Instruments (and clone) themed case.By tom davis

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#19 The Sky's The Limit The Opportunity Reach For The Stars! 1:40:35

4M ago1:40:35

1:40:35

We chat about CentreParcs, How many DJs you should book for someone's 40th bday, Homeless Shane getting abused on the streets of Bristol, How to bail out of a comedy gig and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "The Sky's The Lim…

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Local: Alastair Humphreys 39:23

4M ago39:23

39:23

To celebrate a new year and new ideas, we bring you a conversation with Alastair Humphreys, adventurer, writer, and connoisseur of the microadventure. His new book, Local, flips the idea of what it means to explore on its head. Sometimes, you can go bigger by going smaller. Submissions for The Shorts are open through January 19, 2025. Learn more or…

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Episode 83: Tape These Broken Loops 57:40

4M ago57:40

57:40

Tom pairs the Make Noise Morphagene with the 4ms Meta Module to create evolving tape loop jams.By tom davis

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Episode 82: Vectoritron - Patched State 2025 50:20

4M ago50:20

50:20

Tom creates a powerful multi fx engine using vector mixers and alot of cpu.By tom davis

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The Shorts— In Focus 31:59

4M ago31:59

31:59

As the year comes to a close, two beautiful stories about stepping back, reflecting and moving forward from Phil Herbert and N.S. David. “I had one roll of film for the whole trip, which gave me eight frames. Nine if I was lucky,” begins Phil. “I’ve done my fair share of wishing I was warm in my bed while strapped to the side of a granite monolith …

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Live From Duluth 1:04:38

5M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

In late October, Fitz headed to Duluth, MN for a live Dirtbag Diaries in front of a packed house. Joined by professional skier and Lakota activist Connor Ryan, indie rock legend and avid runner Alan Sparhawk and adaptive advocate and adventurer Quinn Brett, it was a night to remember with stories about trying hard, healing and growth. Thanks to the…

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Episode 81: Meta Module Solid: Patches Of Liberty 56:31

5M ago56:31

56:31

Tom gets some new modules, and finds out whether love can bloom on the battlefield... shout out to Dan Green of 4MS company who's name I spaced on in this episode and shout out to Podular Modcast who hosted the interview. check it out!By tom davis

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Bridging Oceans 48:28

6M ago48:28

48:28

In 2020, partners Niki Choo and Jared Gentz started dreaming of an epic canoeing adventure. Two years later, they started paddling on the Pacific Ocean, embarking on a thousand-mile journey towards the Arctic that would test their skills, grit, and adaptability. Support comes from Kuat Racks Duer Through Dec 2, 2024, save 50% off your first order a…

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Episode 80: I Dream Of Patch Cables 1:12:47

6M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

Tom goes over the system he used for his previous live performances.By tom davis

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The Shorts— Holding On By Letting Go 21:10

6M ago21:10

21:10

“I didn’t expect to get to the top, let alone send. I merely wanted to push the limits of what I believed was capable for myself,” writes Shara Zaia. With climbing, Shara found a space to push herself as she strove to climb harder routes and created a community of friends. Yet, even while flourishing, one question continued to arise for Shara– did …

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#18 MEGA SPEED READING 1:08:18

6M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

We chat about Hostage tape, How to make good money stealing from teenagers, Humpty Dumpty, Joe's attempt at comedy songs and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "MEGA SPEED READING"... A tape we found on ebay! This is the mythic…

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Tales of Terror Vol. 15 36:40

7M ago36:40

36:40

In our annual Tales of Terror, we bring you three terrifying tales. Disembodied voices. Eyes in the alder. An enchanted clearing in the forest. Grab a friend (and maybe their hand) as these tales will have you peering over your shoulder. Happy Halloween! Support comes from Kuat Racks Duer shopduer.com/Diaries to save 20% off your first order Diarie…

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Endangered Spaces: Cochamó, Chile 57:50

7M ago57:50

57:50

Tucked away in a corner of Chilean Patagonia, Valle Cochamó wasn’t going to stay hidden forever. The soaring unclimbed granite walls instilled dreams of first ascents in climbers. Industrialists eyed its free flowing rivers with their potential for hydroelectric power. Conservationists hoped it could provide a final puzzle piece of an incredible pr…

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Episode 79: Synths To Patch In The Dark 50:09

7M ago50:09

50:09

Tom talks about past and future live performances. Also, more Coil references... be sure to check out these artists instagrams as well as any bandcamp/music releases they have. Thank you Zach @energy_runner on instagram again for the opportunity to play at Neptune Room. Follow Patrick on @modularonthemall on instagram as well as @pobnrg and listen …

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Winter Vacation 38:34

7M ago38:34

38:34

While most people curled up on the couch with a mug of hot cocoa, Emily Ford set out in the frigid winter to thru-hike Wisconsin’s 1200 mile Ice Age Trail. Over the course of their two and a half month winter vacation, Emily and her borrowed sled dog, Diggins, tested their endurance and found solitude, friendship, and beauty to last a lifetime. Kee…

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Episode 78: 20 Patched! Funk Greats 1:03:47

7M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

Tom creates a live setup to make industrial noise and spooky drones. He succeeds!By tom davis

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Pattie Gonia: Naturally Iconic 1:05:04

8M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Wyn Wiley, often better known as Pattie Gonia, went out on a backpacking trip with an inkling of an idea and emerged walking a path. Today, Pattie Gonia’s feed is filled with joy– making music with famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity, headlining pride festivals, gravel biking– and most of the time it looks f…

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Episode 77: Wavetable Top Joe 1:07:27

8M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Tom creates a small wavetable synth system to jam along with.By tom davis

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Episode 76: Tiny Golden Patches 45:15

8M ago45:15

45:15

Tom jams on the O-Coast and friends.By tom davis

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How To Make Your Vote Count 35:12

8M ago35:12

35:12

Graham Zimmerman knows how to make decisions under pressure. As a professional mountain athlete, his life depends on it. Nearly a decade ago, Protect Our Winters saw this and brought him and his skillset into the political sphere to advocate for climate change legislation. In today’s episode he shares some tools from his kit to help you make your o…

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Mr Hodges 41:51

8M ago41:51

41:51

Some of the most powerful learning can happen outside the classroom. In the summer of 1975, public school teacher Mr. Hodges took 22 of his students on an unforgettable bike trip that would impact the rest of their lives. Grab your cut-off shorts, a 10-speed bike, and a sense of humor, and you’ll be along for the ride. Submit your story for the 15t…

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#17 MindBodySpirit 1:06:16

8M ago1:06:16

1:06:16

We chat about urban safari in Birmingham, Making money and losing it all in one click, Stealing your own car from the MOT garage, Tales from death metal tour life and more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "MindBodySpirit"... A tape we …

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Episode 75: A Little Patch In My Hands 1:03:45

8M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

Tom creates a generative/additive system.By tom davis

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Testing The Waters 55:47

9M ago55:47

55:47

Luke, Job, and Jonah have been best friends since childhood, and with the end of high school looming, they set out on their biggest adventure yet. During a month-long quest to canoe from Job’s backyard in Franklin, Tennessee, to the Gulf of Mexico, they encounter storms, venomous spiders, and alligators putting their skills and stoke are put to the…

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Meet Your Heroes 47:37

9M ago47:37

47:37

Jim Donini has been a climber for over 50 years– since well before Tad McCrea was born. As the two developed an unlikely intergenerational friendship during an epic trip in the mountains of Patagonia, both climbers realize that mentorship isn’t just about showing someone the ropes on your way to the summit. It’s about reflecting on the joys, regret…

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#16 Relaxation 1:12:02

9M ago1:12:02

1:12:02

We chat about being over-weight for the first time, the vegan festival returns to town, escape rooms, the hue of life in the 90s and much more... Then it's into the mighty unlabelled tape box in hopes of finding something interesting (no spoilers for this section!) and finally we listen to "Relaxation"... A tape somehow found its way into our colle…

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The Shorts— Lookin' For Love 31:52

10M ago31:52

31:52

Love is a journey full of twists and turns. RC Shaw and Scott Johnson each found this out on their romps in the wild. Both barely made it, and their stories warn weary listeners of the dangers that lurk when falling too fast. Support Comes From Diaries+ Subscribers-- Thank you! Want more episodes? Become a member today. Incogni States of Adventure–…

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The Underdog 55:01

10M ago55:01

55:01

In the last few years, Alexandera Houchin has become a force in the world of ultra endurance mountain bike racing. As a Native kid growing up in Wisconsin, she never could have predicted the ways that racing her single speed would prove healing to both her mind and her body. In 2023, she set out to complete the Triple Crown Challenge– racing the To…

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Episode 74: Patching New Guinea 54:37

10M ago54:37

54:37

Tom makes a 4 module system using the Michigan Synthworks SY0.5 and Industrial Music Electronics Kermit MK3 as the only voices and creates an improv jam/track.By tom davis

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The Shorts— Going The Distance 32:01

11M ago32:01

32:01

When their lives felt out of their control, both Cindy Hong and Dierdre Wolownick turned to running for solace. Each of their stories is a reminder of the value of putting one foot in front of the other, no matter the speed or destination. Want more episodes? Join Dirtbag Diaries+ today Support comes from Kuat Racks AeroPress Use code DIARIES to sa…

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