In this episode, Kate talks about her all time favourite song contained on the eponymous album from Elliott Smith. Louis shows off his Celine Dion knowledge while Kate despairs about how difficult it is to play these songs on guitar. In between, we talk about the interesting song writing, DIY recording set up and the heart breaking emotion contained in this classic album. 

Content warnings: During our discussion of this record, we mention the lyrical themes of some of the songs which include alcohol and substance misuse, depression, suicide, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, abuse

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In today's episode, Louis and Kate head to the stars to go over why Louis loves the 2019 video game The Outer Worlds. Expect chat on corporate structure, order and chaos, wholesome companions, space colonialism and a cleaning robot who just can't be tamed.

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The podcast goes into the realm of science fiction, as Kate discusses her love/hate relationship with time-based sci-fi through the lens of "Story of Your Life" by Ted Chiang and the movie based on it, Arrival. Listen to the end to hear their excitement about Dune and Louis' impression of David Lynch.   

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Say it ain't so, its a podcast about Weezer, as Louis showcases his love of the 90's rock classic. Expect dramatic lyric readings, occasional ASMR and a minor bit of Beatles banter too. 

The management would very much encourage that you listen to Weezer. A lot.

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Kate brings to the table the 19th studio album from the Mountain Goats, In League with Dragons, and reflects on how the band have grown and changed musically since the 90s. Louis and Kate also discuss baseball player names, Ozzy Osbourne and wizard-siege concept albums. 

The management would like to confirm no mountain goats were harmed in the making of this podcast.

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A loving tribute to the nu-metal classic, Louis tries his best not to crumble like the classic British dessert as he regales Kate with his early experiences of Slipknot, and how goddamn masterful Iowa is as a record. He also talks a fair old bit about how bloody amazing Joey Jordison was and is. RIP king.

The management thanks you all for your patience whilst you have waited and appreciates you may have been expecting an episode on the Blue album by Weezer. That will be coming as episode 31. 

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Kate tells Louis about the art of Irish storytelling, why Irish folklore is so very much more than leprechauns and the time she worked in a medieval castle. They also discuss the legend of Oisín and Niamh in Tír na nÓg and how he was going to manage a visit home without getting off a magical horse. 

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Today's episode explores Louis' love of the cult comedy Office Space, directed by Mike Judge. Its brutal look at workplace frustration struck a chord with many and continues to be loved to this day. Louis and Kate look at the production details, characters, satirical points and even find time for an in depth conversation about what a pizza shooter and an extreme fajita might be. There's also a few comparisons with other workplace based media.

The management of the podcast would like to draw your attention to the truly horrendous pun at the start of the podcast, as it is both vile and wondrous.

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This week, Kate tells Louis about her favourite album of 2019, Caligula by Lingua Ignota. As well as discussing the weight and impact of the album, Kate also goes deep on Christian and classical motifs and influences and Kristen Hayter's fascinating artistic process. 

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Let the prog begin, as Louis takes Kate and yourselves through the unique, wonderful and beguiling Traced In Air, the 2008 comeback record from legendary progessive metal act Cynic. The album goes to some deeply spiritual and esoteric places lyrically, and the musicianship is truly sublime. This episode also features Tim Curry impressions and Louis takes some time at the end to make a serious point. Stick around for it.

The management hopes you enjoy this latest Pride themed episode, and would like to reiterate that all are welcome and this podcast is no place for homophobia, biphobia or transphobia. Thanks for listening.

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