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Welcome to the rock history class you actually want to take!
In this installment, Michael and his dad are charting a course from the underground metal scene to the landmark sounds of the early 2000s and back to the foundations of soul.
We kick things off with The Art of Discovery, our mission to find your next musical obsession. This week, we’re featuring three powerful independent acts: the atmospheric black metal of Ashbringer, the progressive stoner-doom weight of Puerto Rico’s Moths, and the intricate, Barcelona-based progressive metal of Permyon.
Next, we dive into our main topic: Finch’s 2002 powerhouse debut, What It Is To Burn. This record was a defining moment for the post-hardcore explosion. We thoroughly explore this visceral, gutwrenching album track by track.
Finally, we head into Michael's Journey to discuss The Impressions’ 1963 classic, "It's All Right." Written by the iconic Curtis Mayfield, this track is the essence of "Chicago Soul." We break down the smooth gospel harmonies and its uplifting and powerful message.
And before we go, find out which surprise full album and song Michael has to study for the next episode!
Press play to join the journey from the underground to the heart of soul!
· (00:00:00) - Intro/What Have You Been Listening to this Week?
· (00:06:08) - The Art of Discovery
· (00:06:35) - Ashbringer "Vessels"
· (00:12:00) - Moths "Pride"
· (00:17:15) - Permyon "Minstrel of Wasteland"
· (00:26:04) - Main Topic: Breaking Down Finch's 2002 debut, "What It Is To Burn"
· (01:07:03) - Question for the Audience
· (01:07:15) - Can't Wait
· (01:08:21) - Michael's Journey: Discussing The Impressions' "It's All Right"
· (01:11:42) - On the Next Episode
· (01:11:56) - Contact Info/Outro
THE ART OF DISCOVERY:
· Ashbringer – “Vessels” (From the album: Subglacial)
· Moths – “Pride” (From the album: Septem)
· Permyon – “Minstrel of Wasteland” (From the EP: Permyon)
OTHER BAND MENTIONS:
· Linkin Park
· Incubus
· Alter Bridge
· Buckethead
· Sloen
· Soen
· Megadeth
· Pelican
· Textures
· The Ocean
CONNECT WITH & SUPPORT US
Recorded on 01/11/2026
For week 7 of The Contest, the guys are watching Nomadland (2020)
Tim Larsen and friends (Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty) have a weekly conversation on Sunday nights about a movie they've watched throughout the week. They have watched close to 200 movies since 2020.
Follow the group's Letterboxd to see what all they've watched: https://boxd.it/u2e8I
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BTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew of podcasts. If you have a question for the group or a suggestion of movies to watch, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and Blue Sky! Check out our website at www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to The Bare Hambones for the awesome theme music and Nikki Larsen for providing the logo.
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Welcome to Mix CD! On today's episode, in honor of the Chicago Bears playing tonight in the NFC Divisional Round playoff games against the Los Angeles Ram, Mike pays tribute to Chicago
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out his other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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Here's the Mix CD for Chicago
If you're interested in being a guest on Mix CD or joining the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky! Check out our website!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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Welcome to The Wasteland Watchlist! Shane Conto (and occasionally guests) will randomly select a film from his ever growing watchlsit and take a dive into a dicussion here on the podcast. Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, for this episode as he discusses the WWII propaganda documentary directed by Alfred Hitchcock, The Fighting Generation (1944).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Wasteland Retrospective, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds ,and his articles on SiftPop.
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If you'd like to help Shane get rid of movies on his watchlist or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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In this episode, I (@inMoviesLost on Letterboxd) sit down with Jake Hjort (@jhjort on Letterboxd and @jakehjort on Instagram) to talk about life and movies.
I am a seasoned movie lover with my movie blog, Lost In Movies. Check it out at lostinmovies.co.uk. I am also a contributor on SiftPop (https://www.siftpop.com/?s=luke+burian) and appear on The Wasteland Retrospective, The Cinematic Wasteland and SiftPop Writers' Room podcasts and a couple of other podcasts infrequently.
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If you are interested in being a guest on Flix and Chill or have a question you'd like to see asked, send me an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, Threads, and Blue Sky.
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, discuss a double dose of Judy Garland musicals, Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) & A Star is Born (1954).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
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If you have a movie selection you think Shane and his guest should cover, or if you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, and Blue Sky. Website coming soon!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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We discuss what we are enjoying, what we are looking forward to and new 1’s coming out January 14th. We are brought to you by the CLZ App and part of the SPDM Crew podcast network. Read Well Everybody!
Read Well Everybody!
Check out the Comix Corner store with two locations in Fraser, MI, and Rochester Hills, MI, or news and upcoming events on Facebook where you can join their comic book subscription club. They ship anywhere in the US.
B-Lar can be found on Facebook and Instagram. Danny P can be found on Facebook.
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Check out more from the Comix Corner podcast on Facebook, X, and Instagram
If you have a comic book recommendation, comic book related topic or question, or are interested in collaborating, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky! Check out our website at www.spdmcrew.com!
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Welcome to The Wasteland Vintage Roadshow! I will be taking a deep dive into my favorite films on each episode with a guest.
For this episode, I am joined by my friend and member of The Movie Club, Jim Buttram to discuss Sam Mendes first foray into the Bond franchise, Skyfall (2012).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his website and his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Wasteland Retrospective, Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
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If you're you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website at www.spdmcrew.com!
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Welcome to SPDM TV! With the Golden Globes in the rearview mirror, Mike takes a look at his predictions
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out his other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, and Mix CD, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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If you have a TV show or TV related topic or question you want to hear about or want to have a podcast on the SPDM Crew, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and Blue Sky! Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Evan Peters for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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For week 6 of The Contest, the guys are watching Beautiful Girls (1996)
Tim Larsen and friends (Ryan Malo, Dan Sears, Brian Larsen, Matt Smith, Mike Whildin, Aaron Lashbrook, and Mike Hilty) have a weekly conversation on Sunday nights about a movie they've watched throughout the week. They have watched close to 200 movies since 2020.
Follow the group's Letterboxd to see what all they've watched: https://boxd.it/u2e8I
Subscribe to the BTB Movie Club feed here
BTB Movie Club is part of the SPDM Crew of podcasts. If you have a question for the group or a suggestion of movies to watch, send us an email at [email protected]! Follow SPDM Crew on Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, Threads, and Blue Sky! Check out our website at www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to The Bare Hambones for the awesome theme music and Nikki Larsen for providing the logo.
Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!
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