The Feckin' Check-In returns after a brief hiatus with the first in a series of special episodes. This week we examine the US Presidential Election. We discuss the entertaining news coverage on CNN, specifically the talents of the tireless John King. We also review election-based memes, talk about the culture of US politics in general, and ponder the concept of history repeating itself. It's great to be back on the mothership!

This week's FF analysis is on Man City vs Liverpool, a 1-1 draw which fizzled out into the the sweet dessert air. I also discuss poppies,Roy Keane (again!), Lookman's Panenka, Bruno Fernandez's influence on Man United, Spurs's dour efficiency, Messi's f*** you goal and more!

This week on Feckin' Metal, I speak to Steven Waddell, the creative force behind Scottish act Oath Sc. Steven talks about how the original Oath EP was recorded using primitive equipment,  the advancements in the Oath sound since recruiting Trevor William Church from Haunt, lyrical inspiration and how "sword and sorcery" is not a good fit for him personally, the artwork of Daniel Porter, the culture of online trolls, and his upcoming full album - Computer Warrior. We also fit in some chat about Oliver/Dawson Saxon and Marillion! Steven was a witty and engaging guest. Enjoy!

Feckin' Football kicks off with a review of Man United vs Arsenal and some musings about starting a football podcast, Roy Keane, Gareth Bale and more!

This week on Feckin' Metal I speak to Trevor William Church, the singer, multi-instrumentalist, and guiding force behind Haunt, who are based in Fresno, California. Trevor talks in great detail about his recent collaborations with the Los Angeles band S A B E R (correct spacing), and Scottish outfit, Oath. He also discusses his approach to interacting with fans, re-investing earnings in studio equipment, Shadow Kingdom Records vs. the freedom of being independent, Spotify vs. Bandcamp, the stigma of being the son of a rock star, and what's next for Haunt. Trevor was a very candid and talkative guest. Enjoy!

This week I chat to Jake Rogers from Salt Lake City-based traditional metallers - Visigoth. We talk about Jake's early singing days and how he inadvertently trained his voice during many long car journeys. We also discuss the scene in Salt Lake City, traditional metal acts of today potentially headlining stadiums in the future, Visigoth's songwriting approach and how pop should not be dismissed when coming up with hooks and choruses, the legalities behind a name, the importance of quality merchandise, and Jake reflects on the passing of Mark Shelton, and a birthday present of sorts that he received from Mark a few years ago. Jake also recommends several current bands on the scene, at my request, that listeners of Feckin' Metal may wish to explore. Oh, and he gives us the inside scoop on current Visigoth activity. This episode is packed with stories and insight from one of the best bands on the scene right now. Enjoy!

This week on Feckin' Metal, I speak to Adrian Maestas, long-standing bass player from the San Francisco-based heavy metal band Slough Feg. We talk about Adrian's early experiences buying Napalm Death, and German import Misfits records, Slough Feg's Spinal Tap drummer syndrome, philosophy, the COVID lockdown affect on the band, dog aliens, the iconography of the Traveller t-shirt, cancelled gigs and promoters who still owe the band money, pool balls in socks, LED lights, touring, and what may lie ahead for Slough Feg. Adrian is an entertaining and engaging guest. This is an episode not to be missed!

This week on The Feckin' Check-In we check in with the listener regarding last minute preparations for 2me's wedding. We then move on to the regular topics where we discuss almost losing podcast audio but being saved by Manna from Heaven, the appeal of watching people playing video games online, Catholic pre-marital courses, and some wisdom from Wayne's World 2. FECK!

This week, I speak to night Demon frontman, and generally very busy bloke, Jarvis Leatherby. We discuss Night Demon's approach to releasing music, Jarvis's role in bringing Cirith Ungol back to the stage, what festivals like Keep It True and Up The Hammers mean to the scene, how Jarvis took matters into his own hands and ended up managing Visigoth, The Legacy Of The Beast video game - and a broader discussion about band mythology, and we even chat briefly about DDP Yoga! This was a very enjoyable episode for me, and I appreciated Jarvis's honestly and openness. FECK!

This week on The Feckin' Check-In we recorded on an unusual Saturday evening slot. The conversation was flowing nicely as we discussed skipping in public, building a new PC from scratch and why laptop stubbornness is silly, the death of sincerity in podcasting (no, Jim Ross , I don't want to picture you with an erection), and finally we sneered at the concept of "living your best life". FECK!