Best Darren Grimes Podcasts (2025)

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Beyond the Cringe #1 w/ Kirstin Innes, Kevin P Gilday & Grant McPhee 1:11:27

1M ago1:11:27

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BTC host Jim Monaghan kicks off episode 1 of 'Beyond the Cringe' by asking his panel of guests about scottish culture. are we unique? are we brilliant? are we shite? and stuff like that. Guests include author Kirstin Innes who talks about her unique perspective from within the Arches era of Glasgow City, Filmmaker/ Journalist Grant McPhee dives dee…

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'Beyond the Cringe: Episode Zero' w/ Jim Monaghan 52:53

1M ago52:53

52:53

This is an introduction to our new series called 'Beyond the Cringe ' which features panels of guests discussing the arts and culture of scotland from a new perspective. In today's episode we have a one on one with the host Jim Monaghan as he discusses the concept of the forthcoming showa and his career as a writer, poet and community activist. Tha…

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'Dreams Are Mental' w/ Mark McG (Girobabies) , Interviewed by Steg G (Live on Sunny G) 1:11:11

2M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

I get interviewed for a change to celebrate the new Girobabies album 'Dreams Are Mental'. Thanks to Steg G of Sunny Govan Fm for letting me repurpose our live chat on his Monday Morning Breakfast show for all the YCTR podcast listeners. We discuss the songs, the launch party (29th MArch at Slay) , band drama, touring, streaming platforms and the st…

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'Relaxing Music is Stressful' w/ Mima Merrow & Kevin P Gilday 1:19:12

3M ago1:19:12

1:19:12

A nice relaxing chat with veteran poet/ frontman Kevin P Gilday and Belfast's very own Mima Merrow as we discuss relaxing music being stressful, spotify ruining secret tracks, fight or flight, banning bands from doing reunions and anniversary gigs, the fear of boats and the Edinburgh fringe, moaning about being in a band, the gentle gentrification …

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'Only 400,000 steps to the Yum Yum Theatre' w/ Darren Connell 1:18:14

3M ago1:18:14

1:18:14

a great chat with comedian, podcaster and actor Darren Connell last night about smoking bongs at your call centre desk, The Dennistoun Duck Explosion, the joy of boiled eggs, Bill Burr & Billy Corgan being brothers, American comedy podcasts choosing presidents, renaming glasgow hospitals after cakes and of course the biggest show of his career on M…

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'Heathen Chemistry' w/ Alexander Canwell 48:13

3M ago48:13

48:13

heathen rap originator and warrior poet Alexander Canwell joins us for a chat about his unique music and creative self help classes. We discuss heathen mythology, Tom Waits, addiction , grief, self help , writing and much more. You Call That Radio has no adverts, no sponsors and no funding . If you would like to support You Call That Radio plus rec…

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'Ask Me Anything' w/ Mark McG (reading out listeners questions) 54:20

3M ago54:20

54:20

We are starting season 5 and the year 2025 with an Ask Me Anything . Hosted by myself Mark McG of Girobabies, Jackal Trades and of course You Call That Radio. (art by Suky Goodfellow) We discuss predictions for 2025, limmy, the new girobabies album, where i would be if i didnt start a band, travel vlogs, the matrix, trump, the state of the music in…

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'Mellow Party' w/ John McMustard 37:29

4M ago37:29

37:29

John McMustard has a new band called 'Mellow Party' whose debut album drops this Tuesday 28th January at Oran Mor as part of Celtic Connections. This was part of The Friday Night Phone-in but I thought his chat was good enough for a wee bonus episode to tide you over while we prepare season five for you all. You can also see Mellow Party and Giroba…

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This is the News: End of Year Special (Willy Wonka/ Baby Reindeer/ SXSW Boycott/ Seinfeld/ Grimes/ Yard Act 1:17:53

4M ago1:17:53

1:17:53

We finish season 4 with a bonus edition looking back at the year that was 2024 featuring: - The Willy Wonka Experience : Is it fraud to be shite? - Baby Reindeer turns viewers into stalkers - The SXSW Boycott - Jerry Seinfeld blames ‘The Woke Left’ for killing comedy - The DJ crimes of Grimes - Yard Act took Utopia if you would like to ask a questi…

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Best Albums of 2024 (Bonus Episode) 35:04

5M ago35:04

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ght we countdown the The Top 10 Best Albums of 2024 on You Call That Radio TV . These albums have been scientifically tested and mathematically proven to be 100% accurate so I hope you agree with the choices , because if you don't then it just means you are wrong. So I hope you agree or at least find some new music recommendations to enjoy. But in …

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'Not Funded by Creative Scotland' w/ Darren 'Loki' McGarvey & Becci Wallace 1:32:35

5M ago1:32:35

1:32:35

Darren McGarvey & Becci Wallace calls You Call That Radio to discuss the last ever Loki album, 'Not Funded by Creative Scotland' which launches at Ivory Blacks on December 28th. Last few tickets here: https://skiddle.com/e/40248809 Pre-order the vinyl and receive a digital download before anyone else here: https://ko-fi.com/s/c3c12460f2 We discuss …

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‘Money Talks in the Govan Docks’ w/ CCTV (Jam Harvie & Jay-Lee) 1:18:55

5M ago1:18:55

1:18:55

A chat with Govan rap sensations CCTV about their new singles and upcoming gigs. We also discuss the gentrification of Govan , Dre/ Snoop/ D.O.C, Knockengorroch festival, sniffer dugs, playing to an empty crowd then it gets rammed, playing the barras/ lindisfarne, Steg G, Colonel Mustard, California Schemin, , Top 5 Hip Hop artists, Europes longest…

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This is the News #4 (CEO Killer/ Jeremy Clarkson / Drake would like to speak to the manager/ MAGA Ayrshire / Tyson vs Jake Paul 1:01:26

5M ago1:01:26

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It's time for a monthly round up of the biggest news stories in the world from You Call That Radio featuring: - The Ceo killer is uniting the U.S.A - Jeremy Clarkson is Nigel Farage on Wheels - Drake would like to speak to the manager - Make Ayrshire Great Again (Dalry votes Trump) - Was the Mike Tyson fight rigged? You Call That Radio has no adver…

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'I Forgive You' w/ Mik Artistik 1:08:49

6M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

great conversation with Mik Artistik, Discussing confidence in releasing art into the world , thinking on your feet, Writing a book before you die and Iggy Pop calling your song 'the best thing of the decade' plus much more. You Call That Radio has no adverts, no sponsors and no funding . If you would like to support the channel plus receive free s…

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'Radical Glasgow History' w/ The Tenementals (David Archibald) 1:09:35

6M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

I recently found this band, The Tenementals, via the Lost Glasgow facebook page . The song was 'Owl of Minerva' and both the poetry of the words and the drive of the music grabbed me alongside a stunning animation video. They are launching an ambitious concept album about the radical history of Glasgow at the Oran Mor on November 27th that includes…

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'The Anti- Social Worker' w/ Paul Wellings (R.I.P) 1:23:15

6M ago1:23:15

1:23:15

As a tribute to Paul Wellings aka The Anti Social Worker, who sadly passed away in July, we have uploaded a classic interview from October 2022. Paul was an innovator of pirate radio, an NME writer plus released music with the Mad Professor (Massive Attack) . He toured with with reggae icons like Peter Tosh (Marley's partner) and Eek A Mouse; He's …

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This is the News (Monthly Roundup) : The Mirren-Cobain mystery / The U.S Election/ Woke Weather/ ABC Memories/ Dandy Warhols 53:40

6M ago53:40

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YCTR looks back at the previous month of news including: - The Helen Mirren vs Kurt Cobain GPS mystery - stand up comics and the U.S Election - Why are people saying weather has now turned woke? - Memories of the ABC venue as the bulldozers arrive on Sauchiehall Street - A drunk review of the Dandy Warhols gig at the academy YCTR has no adverts, no…

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'How to Promote Music in 2025' w/ Andy Kettle (Montao/ Steaming Kettle PR) 52:48

7M ago52:48

52:48

I had a sit down with PR machine and management mogul Andy Kettle (Steaming Kettle PR) who shared some brilliant advice about releasing music in the modern day and beyond. We also discuss his debut album 'Echoes of the Cosmos' under the Montao alias that boasts features from the likes of Slug (Atmosphere), Masta Killa (Wu Tang Clan), Sa-Roc and muc…

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'Dystopian Sonic Universe' w/ Uncle Daddy (Nathan Saoudi & Richard Wilson) 46:11

7M ago46:11

46:11

We speak to London's coolest, new superband that boasts members, and former members , of Fat White Family, Alabama 3 & White Devil Disco to name just a few. It's evil and eerie yet funky and danceable. They have dropped a demo called 'Blood' on youtube and soundcloud as a taste of things to come. Today we discuss A.I art, the pitfalls of drummers, …

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'The Slithering Tentacles of Frank Zappa' w/ Seas of Mirth 58:43

7M ago58:43

58:43

As I post this audio podcast , Seas of Mirth have just taken to the stage in Glasgow as part of their UK tour . They make jazzy aquafunk and festivals love them with their giant octopus in tow wherever they go. I had an interesting chat with the captain of the ship, Al Juddy about touring, rival jellyfish, influences, Equinox Festival, submarines, …

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'Five to Wan' w/ Hugh Reed & The Velvet Underpants 1:26:18

7M ago1:26:18

1:26:18

On the eve of You Call That Radio's 5th birthday party at Room 2 , we chat with Hugh Reed of Glasgow underground legends Hugh Reed & the Velvet Underpants. Mixed & Mastered by Maco. I cut off the first half hour of the show (which you can watch on youtube) because I wanted to taylor it to the audio podcast ears but this isnt really an interview mor…

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'Life is Shite Most of the Time' w/ Christopher Macarthur Boyd 1:24:32

8M ago1:24:32

1:24:32

We speak with one of Scotland's greatest comedians and co-host of 'Here Comes the Guillotine' podcast alongside Frankie Boyle & Susie McCabe. He is currently on a huge UK tour after a sold out Fringe show and you may also recognise him from 8/10 cats, Late Night Mash or his stand up comedy special 'Oh No' which is available for free on youtube. You…

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This is the News (September 2024) : Trump/ Doune/ Glasgow pub vs The Sun / Dave Grohl/ LInkin Park & Scientology/ Janes Addiction 54:57

8M ago54:57

54:57

A pish week for Trump The shock return of Doune the Rabbit Hole The ‘Tommy Robinson’ rally & McChuill’s vs The Sun Dave Grohl the mad shagger Did Scientology just sign Linkin Park? Janes Addiction onstage scrap This is the news on You Call That Radio. If you want us to cover a topic then show support and join the patreon. You Call That Radio has no…

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'You Can't Just Shut off the Internet' w/ Slime City 1:11:39

8M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

We start the show with a news update about Ticketmaster's dynamic pricing then we go to an interview with Slime City around 15 minutes in. We discussed myspace, his new book, the bands upcoming stereo gig (November 28th) , the legend of the shoe, Dixon street studios folklore, We are the Phsics, albums vs singles , Jools Holland, primark pop t shir…

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This is the News (August '24 round-up) - Oasis/ Liz Truss/ Raygun/ Supplements, Toothache & Hangover cures 1:00:35

9M ago1:00:35

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This is the News, August 2024 round-up. Due to severe toothache and a technical issue there was no fresh interview this week so I decided to cobble together a round up of the news from http://youtube.com/@YCTR that randomly added up to one hour exactly, including: OASIS REUNITE MUSIC SNOBBERY SUPPLEMENTS, TOOTHACHE & HANGOVER CURES LIZ TRUSS vs LET…

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'Something for the Pain' w/ She Drew the Gun 50:52

9M ago50:52

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Recorded in the middle of the far right riots across England , myself and Louisa (She Drew the Gun) had a somewhat subdued conversation to the backdrop of the hate ripping through the UK and even suprisingly in her hometown of Liverpool. I made a youtube video with my thoughts about all of that topic here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mg7bF4w6eg…

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'All is Dream' w/ Grasshopper (Mercury Rev) 52:49

9M ago52:49

52:49

Today we go to New York to chat with legendary guitarist/ writer Grasshopper aka Sean Thomas Mackowiak of Mercury Rev fame. This is one of my favourite bands of all time . They came along at a pivotal moment for me as I started digging deeper for more underground records. I remember 'Yer Self is Steam' blowing me away with mixture of curiosity, fea…

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'Confessions of a Teenage Fraudster' w/ Elliot Castro 1:10:57

10M ago1:10:57

1:10:57

I have known Elliot Castro for many years through the clubbing/ party scene but it wasn't until I watched his new BBC documentary that I became aware of his incredible backstory that saw him in a 'Catch Me If You Can' style real life movie that saw him travel the globe in first class seats and 5 star hotels despite being skint and unemployed He was…

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'The NEW Pub Choir for the Rave Generation' w/ Mary Kiani (TTF) 1:05:18

10M ago1:05:18

1:05:18

(Reuploaded the right interview as of Saturday 3rd August because the previous one was from January 2021, sorry about that ) This is a very special bonus episode of YCTR this with the iconic voice of the 90s Mary Kiani (TTF) live from Australia as we discuss her UK tour and her pub choir fundraiser for Carlton Studios. We also discuss the rave era,…

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#243 - Outlawed Round Up 7.31 Jasper Resident Rants With Us, Wasted Taxpayer Programs 1:26:36

10M ago1:26:36

1:26:36

A friend of the show, resident of Jasper joins us to talk about his evacuation experience, how his home was saved, and what he thinks is happening. Then we go over some of the wasteful government programs in Canada, talk about some other current events happening. Darren shows a couple of reports from the Fraser Institute about consumer tax index co…

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'The Wheel of Dystopia' w/ Bram E Gieben 1:56:20

10M ago1:56:20

1:56:20

this week we spin 'The Wheel of Dystopia' to celebrate Bram E Gieben (aka T3xtur3) launching his debut book called 'The Darkest Timeline' which includes everything from cyberpunk consciousness to climate hacking , social media & surveillance, A.I and apocalypse movies, corporations and comic books to name just a few hard hitting topics. You may kno…

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'The James Fan Club' w/ Saul Davies (James) 1:43:00

10M ago1:43:00

1:43:00

on the day that James celebrate their first ever number 1 studio alvum with 'Yummy' we speak to founding member, guitarist and songwriter Saul Davies who answers fan questions and gives us insight in to the making of the record and forty years of rock n roll. These guys have outlasted madchester, Britpop and several more scenes before and after but…

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'A Golden Ticket to the Future Dub Factory' w/ Tom Spirals (An Danssa Dub) 1:07:16

10M ago1:07:16

1:07:16

Tom Spirals is the powerhouse behind An Danssa Dub who are currently touring Europe from Glastonbury to Italy . Tom has also emceed for the likes of Mungo's Hifi, and performed with Skayaman, but right now is enjoying huge success with his future dub project that combines trad scots music with a heavy twist of bass that comes with a sound system ed…

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'The Drink, The Drugs, The Scratchcairds' w/ Mark Black 1:02:29

10M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

We are joined by one of Scotland's greatest stand up comics Mark Black who rose to fame last year with his parodies of Jamesa English and Gerry Cinnamon . Mark also performs with Doss who we interviewed two episodes ago which you should also check out if you haven't already. This was rfecorded live from Puerto Escondido , Mexico earlier in the year…

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'Pagans & Passports' w/ Maighread Ní Ghrásta (Blackbird & Crow) 1:18:46

11M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

We speak to the voice of one of my favourite Irish bands of all time Maighread Ní Ghrásta of Blackbird & Crow fame. This was recorded a few weeks back now when I was in a garden in Tepozlan, Mexico. We discuss Irish passports, Paegenism , Stage fright, Why Blackbird & Crow broke up and her new solo theatre/ musical hybrid. This is perfectly timed t…

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'Go On Yourself' w/ Hunter & McMustard 1:06:14

11M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

on the eve of The Euros as thousands of Scotland fans fly out to Germany , and Hunter & McMustard chase their first top 40 chart placement , it seemed only right to share with you a chat I had with the colonel himself John McMustard. This was recorded a couple of months ago as I recovered from food poisioning in a cheap, budget, windowless hotel in…

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'It's Shite Being Scottish' w/ Doss 56:21

11M ago56:21

56:21

We speak to leader of the post-punk hip hop hybrid movement DOSS aka Sorley Mackay to talk about the trials and tribulations of being a DIY band from Glasgow including the Brexit effect of touring europe, London parking charges and the history of his career so far. I mean it when I say they are my favourite new Scottish band right now so make sure …

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'Why I Went to Mexico' w/ David Foote & Morphamish 1:35:55

12M ago1:35:55

1:35:55

I got interviewed for a change . So I thought it might be a good way to start Season 4. I had spent the day recording the forthcoming Girobabies album and was a few hours away from going to Mexico when David Foote asked me if I would like to do an interview for the Davidicemal podcast in Sound Sound studios where we already were. So here it is. Mor…

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'The World Is Going to Love This' w/ Gordon Raphael (The Strokes) 1:05:00

12M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

How do you finish a season of amazing guests? Well you release one of the biggest guests we have ever had all the way from New York. Gordon Raphael . The guy who produced The Strokes first two albums and has worked with the likes of The LI=ibertines, Ian Brown, 808 state, reggina spektor and the wildehearts. And to make it even more interesting thi…

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'An Independent Curveball' w/ Dutty Moonshine Big Band 57:56

1y ago57:56

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Probably one of the biggest independent bands in the UK right now and one of my personal festival favourites, we chat to the sound of Bristol, Dutty Moonshine of Dutty Moonshine Big Band. And at the time of this conversation the band were in the top 10 iTunes chart which is an incredible achievement for someone unsigned . They also tour Europe rele…

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'The Acid House' w/ Tam Dean Burn 7:20

1y ago7:20

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Tam Dean Burn is the voice you hear every time you listen to an Irvine Welsh audiobook. He sings for a band called The Scars and also been part of a Rabbie Burns punk fusion band called The Bum Clocks. And as an actor has appeared on The Acid House movie by Irvine Welsh and everything from River City to Outlander. As I said last time, this is anoth…

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'A Nebulous Place' w/ Zara Gladman 1:17:02

1y ago1:17:02

1:17:02

A conversation I had with musican, comedian and viral sensation Zara Gladman who has since sold out two nights at Oran Mor as part of teh Glasgow Comedy Festival. This was recorded in late August 2023 the day before we were both interviewed at the Edinburgh fringe, by Darren McGarvey at The Stand. Since then , Zara's profile has skyrocketed with on…

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'Modified Warrior' w/ B Dolan 1:05:13

1+ y ago1:05:13

1:05:13

We speak to one of my all time favourite rappers / writers/ streamers B Dolan of the good ole U.S of A on the 50th birthday of Hip Hop . We discuss his influences, life on the road and his recent spinal surgery alongside rap beefs, the post-lockdown music business and American politics plus much, much more. Please consider supporting this content b…

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'Pollok, Prison & Parliament' w/ Rosie Kane 1:12:38

1+ y ago1:12:38

1:12:38

I think my first memory of Rosie was her having my 'My oath is to the people' written on her hand as she made her first appearance in parliament. She also made headlines by going to Cornton Vale prison for refusing to pay a fine she received for her anti-nuclear protest outside parliament. Other controversies included protesting G8 on the floors of…

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'So Much Within' w/ Garry Fraser (Trainspotting 2) 1:10:27

1+ y ago1:10:27

1:10:27

From poverty and heroin addiction in the schemes of Edinburgh to becoming an assistant director of Trainspotting 2. This is the incredible story of writer, film-maker and rapper Garry Fraser as he rolls out his new series Supply & Demand. Episode 1 out now to watch for free on youtube. It is a masterclass of writing , acting and production. All the…

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'Creating is a Sacred Process' w/ Mystic (Digital Underground) 1:24:37

2y ago1:24:37

1:24:37

We go live to Oakland, California to chat with Hip Hop legend Mystic aka Du Goddess of Digital Underground fame. We discuss politics, Kanye West, Mos Def, the writing process, living in Oxford, cyphers that turn to battle raps , California storms, Empress, manifesting and positive energy for the future. Thank you to all the patrons who have made al…

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'So Many Other Realities...' w/ Slug (Atmosphere) 53:32

2y ago53:32

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today we interview a true hip hop legend , Slug of Atmosphere fame as they prepare to promote their incredible new album 'So Many Realities Exist Simutaneously' on Rymesayers Entertainment with a European tour. Slug is one of my favourite writers and performers in rap music so it meant a lot for him to stop by. He has created classics and collabora…

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'The Social Distance Between Us' w/ Darren 'Loki' McGarvey (Online Q & A) 1:32:58

2y ago1:32:58

1:32:58

Recorded in the summer of 2022 but previously only available on youtube. I thought it was time for our audio podcast listeners to hear this online Q and A from orwell prize winning author , cultural commentator and veteran Scottish rapper Darren McGarvey aka Loki. He was about to release his 2nd book 'The Social Distance Between Us' and his 'Darren…

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'The History of Goth' w/ John Robb 53:36

2y ago53:36

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We have a chat with John Robb as he celebrates the launch of his new book 'The Art of Darkness: A History of Goth' . Buy the book here: https://membranes.bandcamp.com/merch/the-art-of-darkness-the-history-of-goth-john-robb-signed Check out his speaking tour here: April 12 Glasgow @ Mono Cafe Bar (with Stuart Braithwaite from Mogwai) http://bit.ly/3…

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'Falkirk's Hardest Woman' w/ Alan Bissett 1:20:42

2y ago1:20:42

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Novelist, playwright and actor Alan Bissett stops by for a chat about his career to promote his Moira monologues that takes place April 2nd in Oran Mor . We also discuss who 'persuaded Suede' to play Stereo, My confession to Alan that my alarm clock on my phone disrupted his Edinurgh fringe show, The recent Roger Waters and Pink Floyd controversey …

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