Against the Algorithm

By Against the Algorithm

Against the Algorithm is a weekly podcast where host Malik Gayle talks to guests about their creative journey and process.... more

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The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.

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September 09, 2024 Gene Goldstein
This week on the podcast, Malik is catching up with Gene Goldstein, founder of the animation studio, Jellybox; and rumored lead singer of the Hyperpunk band, QBomb!
Along the way, Gene and Malik chat about QBomb's first tour, Jellybox's viral Animated Workers United shorts, moshing with pool noodles, and more!
Learn more about Animated Workers United: https://linktr.ee/animworkersignited
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Theme Music: “Jet Stream“ by Leva (Courtesy of Artless.io)
Against the Algorithm Mixtape (Updated Weekly): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OYQkuXldRqEMvlkBUFBcJ?si=759f426e3b094e54
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1h 15min
September 02, 2024 Josh Garcia
This week on the podcast, Malik is chatting with Josh Garcia about working front of house for theater and his collection of theater posters!
Along the way, Josh and Malik drop hot takes about the Wicked movies, writing an autobiography, tips to improve your stage door experience, and more!
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Theme Music: “Jet Stream“ by Leva (Courtesy of Artless.io)
Against the Algorithm Mixtape (Updated Weekly): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OYQkuXldRqEMvlkBUFBcJ?si=759f426e3b094e54
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51min
August 26, 2024 PANGEA
This week on the podcast, we’re with the amazing worldbeat band, Pangea, hailing from Brightport, CT!
Pangea and Malik talk about working on the debut studio album, their processes writing for the band, loose coke, and more!
Vee's print shop: https://violainebriat.gumroad.com/
Creative Block: https://www.youtube.com/c/creativeblock
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Theme Music: “Jet Stream“ by Leva (Courtesy of Artless.io)
Against the Algorithm Mixtape (Updated Weekly): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OYQkuXldRqEMvlkBUFBcJ?si=759f426e3b094e54
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1h 11min
July 22, 2024 Violaine "Vee" Briat
Welcome, Blockheads!

This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with animator, webcomic creator, podcaster, and one of Malik's old bosses, Violaine "Vee" Briat!
Vee and Malik catch up as they talk about the Creative Block podcast; their webcomic, Rodney R. Rodney; and their Adult Swim shorts series, High Moon Queen!
Vee's print shop: https://violainebriat.gumroad.com/
Creative Block: https://www.youtube.com/c/creativeblock
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Theme Music: “Jet Stream“ by Leva (Courtesy of Artless.io)
Vee's Mixtape Track: “Windshield Smasher” by Black Moth Super Rainbow
Against the Algorithm Mixtape (Updated Weekly): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OYQkuXldRqEMvlkBUFBcJ?si=759f426e3b094e54
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1h 5min
July 08, 2024 Alex Brightman
Welcome back to your regularly scheduled programming…
This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with two-time Tony Award-nominated actor, writer, and resident Fall Out Boy fan, Alex Brightman!
Alex and Malik chat about the Hellaverse, writing The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers, his go-to bodega order, and how he inspired the revival of this very podcast
Stream Hazbin Hotel on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLM8SM8T
Alex’s Streamily Shop: https://streamily.com/brightmonster
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Theme Music: “Jet Stream“ by Leva (Courtesy of Artless.io)
Alex’s Mixtape Track: “Circadian Rhythm” by Sophia James
Against the Algorithm Mixtape (Updated Weekly): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OYQkuXldRqEMvlkBUFBcJ?si=759f426e3b094e54
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1h 23min
September 24, 2021 #69: Broken Baby
Nice. This week on the podcast, Broken Baby returns to the podcast to talk about their new album Late Stage Optimism (Out NOW)! Along the way, we chat about reworking parts of the album, favorite pizza toppings, cursing as much as possible, and more!

Stream Late Stage Optimizism: https://linktr.ee/brokenbaby

Theme Music: “New Moon“ by Bad Snacks
End Song: "Meaniac“ by Broken Baby

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1h 8min
September 17, 2021 #68: Nu Deco Ensemble
This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with Sam Hyken, the co-founder, creative director, and composer of the Miami-based orchestra, Nu Deco Ensemble!

The ensemble released Paint the Roses, a live EP in collaborating with Larkin Poe. We chat about choosing artists to work with, tiny desk concerts, and funding Jeff Bezos' next rocketship.

Stream Paint the Roses: https://ffm.to/painttheroses

Theme Music: “New Moon“ by Bad Snacks
End Song: "Sometimes“ by Larkin Poe and the Nu Deco Ensemble

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39min
September 10, 2021 #67: This Summer
This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with Ohio-based group, This Summer! We chat about their latest single "The Rabbit Hole. Along the way, we chat about live shows, working on their debut album, and why Kiss should get more writing credit than they get.

Stream "The Rabbit Hole": https://open.spotify.com/album/3Mr9gdeqw88KmhWNalyO5n?si=aCLoX_85TICsvvVCWBI6xQ&dl_branch=1

Theme Music: “New Moon“ by Bad Snacks
End Song: "The Rabbit Hole" by This Summer

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58min
August 26, 2021 #66: Erose
This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with Erose! We chat about her debut single "Unrealistic". Along the way, we chat about writing through breakups, NYC tourist traps, and more!

Stream "More": http://hyperurl.co/more.erose/

Theme Music: “New Moon“ by Bad Snacks
End Song: "Unrealistic" by Erose

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32min
August 20, 2021 #65: Eric Rayn
This week on the podcast, we’re hanging out with Eric Rayn! We chat about his debut single, "Mr. Smith. Along the way, we chat about acapella groups, performing, and more!

Stream "Mr. Smith": https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/ericrayn/mr-smith

Theme Music: “New Moon“ by Bad Snacks
End Song: "Mr. Smith" by Eric Rayn

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40min

FAQs about Against the Algorithm:

How many episodes does Against the Algorithm have?

The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.