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MUSICBack in March, Billy Corgan announced that he would celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Smashing Pumpkins' third album, 1995's Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, with a seven-night run at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Billed as A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness, the first of the seven nights is this Friday and it features Corgan and a group of guest artists backed by the Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra and Chorus performing orchestral and operatic versions of the 28 songs from the double album. Tom Morello has bad news for Audioslave fans. He says the surviving members are "no closer" to releasing unheard material featuring late singer Chris Cornell. https://ultimateclassicrock.com/tom-morello-audioslave-unheard-material/ Zach Bryan just posted a long message on Instagram saying that he's been sober for almost two months. He told fans this isn't some "greater than thou sentiment," and he knows he is lucky, but he wanted to speak up because so many people struggle in silence. Zach said a long motorcycle trip across the country helped him see he "really needed" support. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2025/11/19/zach-bryan-health-sobriety-essay/87351087007/ · San Francisco's iconic rock spot, The Phoenix Hotel, which welcomed everyone from Neil Young to David Bowie and Kurt Cobain, is closing its doors for good after four decades this January.https://ultimateclassicrock.com/phoenix-san-francisco-rock-star-hotel-closing/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:"Wicked: For Good" hits theaters tomorrow. If you haven't already caught an early screening, there are five key scenes in "The Wizard of Oz" you might want to revisit. https://people.com/wizard-of-oz-scenes-watch-before-wicked-for-good-11852342 Kevin Spacey says his current financial situation isn't great, and he's homeless. He lives in hotels and Airbnbs as he "goes where the work is." A sequel to "The Family Stone" is in the works. Thomas Bezucha, who directed the 2005 holiday classic, had been working on a follow-up since before Keaton's death. https://people.com/family-stone-sequel-in-the-works-honor-diane-keaton-after-death-11852936 BODY TALK:They don't call him The Shat for nothing. William Shatner once pooped his pants during a Broadway show, and it wasn't that long ago. https://youtu.be/NcigPUrSb74 Olivia Munn had a really bad experience involving sushi, a bathtub, and her stomach, as she explained on the "Today" show. https://ew.com/olivia-munn-projectile-vomited-in-airport-after-eating-sushi-in-bath-11852930· AND FINALLYThe Billboard staff has compiled its list of "The 50 Best Rock Bands." https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-rock-bands/50-red-hot-chili-peppers/ AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on social media for more from your favorite daily comedy show. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow. Heard daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. If you think you have items you'd like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600.
Join Elisabeth Carson & Matt Beall (Limitless Podcast) as they uncover new evidence in the Kurt Cobain case, explore hidden chambers in the Great Pyramid, and dive into consciousness, emotional mastery, and living without limits.
Nirvana grubunun 1993 yılında yayınlanan son stüdyo albümü "In Utero"da yer alan ve adı Courtney Love'ın Kurt Cobain'e yolladığı "kalp şeklinde bir kutu"dan gelen şarkının hikâyesi.
Musik macht Menschen unsterblich doch hinter dem Glanz der Bühne beginnt die Dunkelheit. Stars, die Millionen in Ekstase versetzten, endeten nicht selten selbst im Abgrund. Denn hinter der Fassade des Musikbusiness regieren Machtmissbrauch, Gier und Gewalt und Verbrechen aller Art: von Betrug und Intrigen bis hin zu Mord. Dort, wo Musikgeschichte geschrieben wurde, spielten sich Dramen ab, die bis heute Fragen aufwerfen. In Tatort Musik Sex, Crime und RocknRoll decken wir die wahren Skandale der Musikindustrie auf: toxische Beziehungen, zerstörerische Karrieren, korrupte Systeme. Von Amy Winehouse bis Kurt Cobain, von Tupac Shakur bis zu Fällen, über die kaum jemand spricht wir erzählen die ...Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de - Full-Service-Podcast-Agentur - Konzeption, Produktion, Vermarktung, Distribution und Hosting.Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen?Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich.Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten. kostenlos-hosten.de ist ein Produkt der Podcastbude.
Brandon and Lindsy welcome a guest who cracks open a hidden dossier on culture-war psyops—where protest songs, psychedelics, and carefully scripted narratives intertwine. Listeners are led through a labyrinth of acid parties that weren't so “free,” Laurel Canyon salons doubling as distribution hubs, and elite families underwriting a psychedelic renaissance that looks far less organic than advertised. From Lennon to Hendrix, Cobain to Tupac, the names you thought were untouchable are revealed as pawns in a much bigger game. This conversation pulls the velvet curtain back on COINTELPRO echoes in hip-hop, the strange survival of “sex & rock 'n' roll” while “no drugs” artists vanished, and the shift from vinyl manipulation to viral manipulation. Guiding us through this maze of evidence and implication is researcher and filmmaker John Potash.Get his books---https://amzn.to/3Wizkgnhttps://www.johnpotash.com/Timestamps 00:52 Setting up today's topic – hidden war through drugs & culture 02:00 John Potash joins 03:15 John's personal story with LSD and realization 05:20 Counseling, corruption & activism background 07:45 Oligarch fingerprints on U.S. intelligence 10:00 How John got sources on Tupac & COINTELPRO 12:10 CIA whistleblowers & early articles 14:30 Courtney Love, Kurt Cobain & LSD distribution 16:50 MKULTRA documents & acid in colleges/prisons 19:10 Timothy Leary, Millbrook Mansion & the Mellons 21:25 Ken Kesey, Merry Pranksters & the psychedelic bus 23:50 Crisis-actor rumors about Tupac 26:15 The Grateful Dead & acid tests 28:30 How psychedelics weaken emotional control 31:20 John Lennon's story, Yoko Ono & manipulation 33:35 Heroin as a control tactic & parallels with other artists 36:00 Psychedelics today, ketamine, and medical narrative 38:15 Funding links: MAPS, Heffter Institute & billionaires 40:35 Church abuse, MKULTRA techniques still active 42:55 John's website, books & projects / closing thoughts
1. Inspiration Beyond the BrainThe book challenges the materialist view that creativity is a left-brain, analytical function. Instead, it presents music as a right-brain, paranormal process. Many iconic songs are received through instantaneous “downloads” or vivid dreams. Keith Richards famously dreamt the riff for “(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction,” even recording his snoring afterward. These dream-sourced compositions often arrive fully formed, with clarity unlike typical dream content.2. Musicians as ChannelsMany legendary artists describe themselves as vessels rather than creators. John Lennon said he was “just the channel” for the “music of the spheres.” Michael Jackson believed his best songs were “works of God” that dropped into his lap. Notably, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Jimi Hendrix couldn't read or write music—suggesting that genius may bypass formal training and arise from external sources.3. A Historical PatternThis phenomenon isn't limited to rock and pop. Classical composers also reported receiving music from beyond. Mozart described his compositions as arriving “almost complete” in dreams. Brahms spoke of entering a trance-like state where ideas flowed “directly from God.” Such accounts suggest a long-standing tradition of non-local inspiration.4. UFOs and MusiciansThe book documents a striking number of UFO encounters among musicians. If cataloged, the list would include hundreds of high-profile names. John Lennon had a daylight sighting in 1974; Mick Jagger saw a UFO over the crowd at the 1969 Altamont concert. 5. Alien OriginsSome musicians believe they are extraterrestrial in origin. John Denver referenced the constellation Lyra as his home. Elvis Presley claimed he came from Orion, saying, “I am not of this world.” Lee Scratch Perry declared, “I am an alien from outer space… from Krypton.” Kurt Cobain expressed a lifelong feeling of being “homesick,” imagining himself as an alien baby found in a spaceship.6. Messages of Oneness and LoveThe themes expressed in music often mirror those reported by UFO experiencers. The central message is Oneness—the idea that all existence is interconnected. Lennon's lyric “I am he as you are he as you are me…” reflects this unity. His slogan “Love is the Answer. What was the Question?” and the anthem “All You Need is Love” serve as spiritual propaganda for this shift from fear to love.7. Environmental and Nuclear WarningsA recurring theme is planetary survival. Musicians often channel messages warning of ecological collapse and nuclear danger. Neil Young's “After the Gold Rush” describes “silver spaceships” rescuing the chosen ones.8. Targeting YouthMusicians are seen as strategic messengers to reach younger generations—the “ultimate swing voters.” Youth are more open to ideas that transcend traditional structures like religion and politics. Carlos Santana reported that the entity Metatron told him he'd be tuned into a “radio airwave frequency” to deliver a “new menu” of existence, helping students realize they are “multi-dimensional spirits.”9. Dreams and Altered StatesSongs often arrive during altered states—dreams, meditation, or automatic writing. Sting received “Every Breath You Take” in 15 minutes through automatic writing. Billy Joel dreamt many of his songs fully formed. Music heard during near-death experiences is described as “floating,” ethereal, and profoundly beautiful—often called the “music of the spheres.”10. Music and Quantum ConsciousnessThe book concludes by challenging the materialist worldview. It suggests that the universe operates through a quantum reality where consciousness is primary. Musicians report accessing a non-local field of awareness, consistent with quantum experiments showing that consciousness precedes matter. In this view, the brain doesn't create consciousness—consciousness creates the brain. Music becomes a delivery system for awakening, love, and planetary stewardship.
www.patreon.con/dopeypodcastThis Week on Dopey! I'm in Philly at the Rise for Recovery Conference! I was on Soft White Underbelly! I read Spotify comments, and one of the single greatest dopey emails ever! And Old School Dopey Kirby sends in a voicemail about what it means to be an addict. Then we welcome the incredible Roddy Bottum, keyboardist for Faith No More and lead singer/guitar of Imperial Teen, and author of his new book, The Royal We. Roddy talks about growing up gay in a hard-rock world, his early San Francisco punk days, and how Courtney Love briefly joined Faith No More before their friendship and drug use turned dark. He remembers touring with the Chili Peppers, getting arrested for weed, experimenting with heroin, and being surrounded by chaos as Faith No More blew up with “Epic.”Roddy opens up about how addiction and grief collided — the deaths of his friend Cliff, Kurt Cobain, and especially his father, who died of cancer soon after Roddy got sober. He and Dave talk about recovery, guilt, and the weirdness of surviving when so many others didn't. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's a very special BONUS episode of Baxie's Musical Podcast with Naoko Yamano from Shonen Knife! For the last 44 years Japan's Shonen Knife has released some of the most wonderfully joyful punk rock songs ever recorded! Whether they're singing about candy bars, kitty cats, banana chips, or playing covers of classic favorites from The Ramones—it is simply impossible to listen to any of Shonen Knife's 22 albums and have a crummy day! No wonder Kurt Cobain listen Shonen Knife amongst his Top 50 albums! Listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, and on the Rock102 app! Brought to you by Metro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Chicopee!
1990's rock was an exciting time. Nevermind (no pun intended) Nirvana, what about Sonic Youth, Dinosaur Jr, The Meat Puppets, Primus and Smashing Pumpkins?In his new book, Greg Prato gets the full story of the era from the folks who lived it. Alternative for the Masses by Greg Prato is available right now wherever you get your books.
Durante las próximas cuatro semanas, Cancioneros hará una breve pausa. Volveremos con nuevos episodios el 17 de noviembre. Mientras tanto, estaremos compartiendo nuevamente episodios de nuestras temporadas anteriores. En este episodio de El Cancionero de Kurt, conducido por Albina Cabrera, exploramos la evolución del punk a través de cuatro álbumes icónicos que influyeron profundamente a Kurt Cobain. Comenzamos con Burning Farm de Shonen Knife, banda japonesa que rompió estereotipos y fusionó la energía del punk con melodías pop. Continuamos con Never Mind the Bollocks, Here 's the Sex Pistols, que encapsuló la rebeldía y agitación política de los años 70. Philosophy of the World de The Shaggs, un disco tan único como polémico que sigue siendo un hito del rock alternativo. Finalmente, exploramos My War de Black Flag, una obra que fusionó el punk con elementos de heavy metal y doom, marcando una evolución en el sonido de la banda. Albina te guía por reflexiones y anécdotas que conectan estos álbumes con la cultura rock de América Latina, con testimonios exclusivos de la artista punk Alice Bag, la periodista cultural Suzy Expósito, los directores de La Bestia Radio México, el periodista venezolano Rafael Uzcátegui y el miembro fundador de Los Violadores de Argentina, Sergio Gramática. Agradecimientos especiales: Francisco Carrera, Director de La Bestia Radio México. Mario Rincón, Director de La Bestia Radio México. Suzy Expósito, periodista musical y artista punk con base en Los Ángeles. Ha trabajado en Rolling Stone Magazine, Los Angeles Times, Vogue y más. Rafael Uzcátegui, periodista venezolano. Compilador de los libros "Educación Anterior" sobre el punk en Venezuela y "Mayoría Equivocada" sobre el punk latinoamericano. Alice Bag, artista, activista y fundadora de Bags mítica banda punk con base en Los Ángeles de fines de los 70s. Sergio Gramática, baterista y miembro fundador de Los Violadores, la primera banda punk de alcance masivo en América Latina. Host: Albina CabreraProductora asistente: Gisela Casa MadridEditor: Dusty HenryProductor de audio: Roddy NikpourPodcast manager: Isabel KhaliliDirector editorial: Larry Mizell Jr.Apoya este podcast: kexp.org/elsonido For the next few weeks, Cancioneros will be taking a short break. We’ll return with new episodes on November 17th. In the meantime, we’ll be re-sharing episodes from our previous seasons. In this fifth episode of El Cancionero de Kurt, hosted by Albina Cabrera, we explore the evolution of punk through four iconic albums that profoundly influenced Kurt Cobain. We begin with Burning Farm by Shonen Knife, a Japanese band that broke stereotypes and fused punk energy with pop melodies. We continue with Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols, which encapsulated the rebellion and political turmoil of the 70s. Philosophy of the World by The Shaggs, an album as unique as it is controversial, remains a milestone of alternative rock. Finally, we delve into My War by Black Flag, a work that fused punk with elements of heavy metal and doom, marking an evolution in the band's sound. Albina guides you through reflections and anecdotes that connect these albums with Latin American rock culture, featuring exclusive testimonies from punk artist Alice Bag, cultural journalist Suzy Exposito, the directors of La Bestia Radio Mexico, Venezuelan journalist Rafael Uzcátegui, and founding member of Los Violadores from Argentina, Sergio Gramática. Special thanks: Francisco Carrera, Director of La Bestia Radio Mexico. Mario Rincón, Director of La Bestia Radio Mexico. Suzy Expósito, music journalist and punk artist based in Los Angeles. She has worked for Rolling Stone Magazine, Los Angeles Times, Vogue, and more. Rafael Uzcátegui is a Venezuelan journalist and the author of the books Educación Anterior about punk in Venezuela and Mayoría Equivocada about Latin American punk. Alice Bag, artist, activist, and founder of Bags, a legendary punk band based in Los Angeles from the late 70s. Sergio Gramática, drummer and founding member of Los Violadores, the first punk band to achieve mass appeal in Latin America. Team:Host: Albina CabreraAssistant Producer: Gisela Casa MadridEditor: Dusty HenryAudio Producer: Roddy NikpourPodcast Manager: Isabel KhaliliEditorial Director: Larry Mizell Jr.Support this podcast: kexp.org/donateSupport the show: http://kexp.org/elsonidoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Caroline Fraser recently mentioned the tragic tale of Frances farmer in her new book "Murderland" and it is such a great story that I just needed to share this episode again! With special guests Laura & Stephen from the Midday Movies Podcast! Make sure to check them out! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midday-movies/id1715523597 This episode of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast delves into the life of Frances Farmer, a Hollywood starlet known for her rebellious spirit and tragic struggles with mental illness. From her early years in Seattle to her rise in Hollywood, Frances's story is one of defiance against societal norms and the pressures of fame. The conversation explores her controversial trip to the Soviet Union, her institutionalization and the brutal treatments she endured, and her lasting legacy, including a connection to Kurt Cobain. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding mental health and the societal expectations placed on women.
Frances Farmer and Britney Spears. Two women, decades apart, who found out exactly what happens when you're famous, female, and having a breakdown in public. Today, from Victorian asylums to Instagram comments, we're talking about how easy it is to brand a woman "hysterical" or "crazy". And what are the consequences? We explore the treatment of women once labelled difficult - from lobotomies, to hysterectomies and conservatorships and ask: have we really moved on from the days when the mentally ill were seen as entertainment? Questions or Comments you'd like us to cover? We love answering your questions and analysing the stories you've found. Send them to us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/s2tcpodcast Enjoyed the show? Leave us a 5-star review on Spotify and a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others discover the podcast. -------------- Clips used in this episode: Lobotomy scene from film - Frances (1982) Much Interview with Kurt Cobain (1993) Britney Spears - Oops I did it again References: Kenneth Anger - Hotel Babylon (1972) William Arnold - Shadowland (1982) You Must Remember This Podcast: Episode 4 - (The printing of) the Legend of Frances Farmer. Episode 5 - The Lives, Deaths and Afterlives of Judy Garland. Janet Frame - An Angel at my Table (1984) The New York Times Presents: Framing Britney Spears (2021) New Yorker article: Britney Spears Conservatorship Nightmare by Ronan Farrow & Jia Tolentino Crime Analyst Podcast: Episode 29 - Who Framed Britney Spears? With Dr Jessica Taylor. Dr Jessica Taylor - Sexy But Psycho: Uncovering the Psychiatric Labelling of Women and Girls Kevin Federline - You Thought You Knew (2025) Britney Spears - The Woman in Me (2023) Selena Gomez: My Mind and Me documentary (2022) Dr Jessica Taylor Talks About Stuff Podcast: Ep 2 - Medical and Social Model of Mental Health Part 2
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Live Through This (1994) by Hole is a raw, emotionally charged album that captures the turbulent spirit of the 1990s alternative rock scene. Released just a week after the death of Kurt Cobain and only months before the tragic passing of bassist Kristen Pfaff, the record is both deeply personal and culturally resonant. Courtney Love's fierce vocals cut through layers of punk aggression and melodic grunge, blending rage, vulnerability, and biting wit in equal measure.The album balances abrasive guitar riffs with surprisingly hook-laden choruses, offering anthems that swing between chaotic catharsis and melodic accessibility. Songs like “Miss World” and “Violet” tear into themes of identity, femininity, and self-destruction, while tracks such as “Doll Parts” expose raw longing and fragility. Its lyrics dissect beauty standards, fame, and the dark undercurrents of love and loss, giving the record a confrontational yet deeply human edge.Often hailed as Hole's defining work, Live Through This stands as one of the most significant feminist statements in rock. It pushed grunge into more emotionally complex territory, resonating with listeners who saw themselves in Love's unapologetic anger and aching vulnerability. Today, it's remembered not just as Hole's breakthrough but as a landmark alternative rock album of the 1990s.Listen to the album on Apple MusicListen to the album on SpotifyWhat did you think of this album? Send us a text!Support the showWebsite Contact
MUSICKaty Perry and Justin Trudeau made their first public appearance as a couple on Saturday, attending a cabaret show at Paris's Crazy Horse Paris to mark Perry's 41st birthday. Guns N' Roses is planning on doing a U.S. tour next year, but don't expect them to do a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere. Slash doesn't think it's very "rock 'n' roll friendly", and he has a point. https://consequence.net/2025/10/guns-n-roses-slash-vegas-sphere-not-rock-n-roll-friendly/ Aerosmith and Yungblud have released another version of "My Only Angel," the first song off their collaborative EP, One More Time. It's available now on numerous streaming platforms, and you can watch the video on YouTube. One More Time will be released on November 21st. Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly are reportedly back together. A source says they're still living separately, but MGK spends a lot of time at Megan's home, because of their daughter, Saga Blade. https://pagesix.com/2025/10/25/celebrity-news/megan-fox-mgk-rekindle-romance-months-after-split-and-baby/ Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus are still going strong . . . as surprising as that sounds. In a new interview with "The Times of London", Elizabeth gushed about her new boyfriend, saying, "Billy Ray is fabulous. We're very happy, very happy." https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/elizabeth-hurley-billy-ray-cyrus-relationship-update/· Eddie Van Halen's “Kramer Ad” guitar sold at Sotheby's on Friday for $2.7 million, making it the sixth most expensive guitar ever sold publicly. It was dubbed that because Eddie was photographed holding it in an ad for the guitar company.The Top 5 is as follows:Kurt Cobain's Martin D-18E - $6,010,000Kurt Cobain's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Fender Mustang - $4,550,000David Gilmour's Black Fender Stratocaster - $3,975,000Eddie Van Halen's "Hot For Teacher" Kramer - $3,932,000John Lennon's "Help!" 12-string Framus Hootenanny - $2,857,500 TVMariska Hargitay says a psychic predicted her iconic role on Law & Order: SVU. Mariska was recently on Amy Poehler's Good Hang podcast, where she shared that early in her career, she was focused on comedy and trying to get parts on sitcoms. But she went to a psychic who told her that was not the direction she would go. She said the psychic insisted she'd move to New York and become famous for “that face” – the way he described her when she was listening intently. Not long after, she landed the role of Olivia Benson. https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/mariska-hargitay-psychic-rcna239000 MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Anime rides again atop the domestic box office, as Chainsaw Man: The Movie: Reze Arc takes the No. 1 spot! https://variety.com/2025/film/box-office/box-office-chainsaw-man-surprises-springsteen-disappoints-1236561362/ Austin Butler and Michael B. Jordan are in talks to star in a new Miami Vice movie. https://ew.com/michael-b-jordan-and-austin-butler-in-talks-for-miami-vice-movie-11836994 "The Goonies" is the latest showbiz property to get a massively overpriced Lego set. Sir Anthony Hopkins got candid about his new memoir, We Did OK, Kid, and recounted the exact moment he realized he was an alcoholic. https://people.com/anthony-hopkins-recalls-exact-moment-he-realized-he-was-an-alcoholic-11837183 Rip: June Lockhart, one of television's earliest stars, has died. She was 100. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/june-lockhart-dead-lost-in-space-lassie-1236561320/ AND FINALLYHollywood marketers love to say their movies are "based on a true story." Of course, those stories are often just ALLEGEDLY true, so you have to take these claims with a grain of salt. Still, there are 13 horror movies based on true . . . and ALLEGEDLY true . . . stories:AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on all your favorite social media, including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and more. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/RizzShowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The death of Kurt Cobain remains one of the mysteries which remain stubbornly free of solving what happened.Our mission is to investigate the murder of Kurt Cobain with a focus on seeking justice and truth. We are a female-fronted, non-profit organization dedicated to uncovering the facts surrounding his death and ensuring that no stone is left unturned in our pursuit of the truth. Through our research and advocacy efforts, we aim to shed light on the circumstances surrounding his tragic passing and bring closure to his family, friends, and fans.All donations, Patreon support and purchases will be used to cover any expenses incurred during this investigation, along with website costs, etc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
Durante las próximas cuatro semanas, Cancioneros hará una breve pausa. Volveremos con nuevos episodios el 17 de noviembre. Mientras tanto, estaremos compartiendo nuevamente episodios de nuestras temporadas anteriores. En este episodio de El Cancionero de Kurt, conducido por Albina Cabrera, exploramos el legado femenino en el punk a través de los álbumes Dry de PJ Harvey, Cut de The Slits y el debut homónimo de The Raincoats. Este viaje musical destaca la influencia decisiva de mujeres pioneras que desafiaron las convenciones de género y lideraron el camino hacia una expresión más auténtica y rebelde dentro del punk y el rock alternativo. Estas obras maestras de fines de los 70 y comienzo de los 90 no solo formaron parte de las influencias musicales de Kurt Cobain, sino que también resonaron profundamente en América Latina, incluyendo a bandas como She Devils, Tijuana No!,The Bags en Los Angeles, Maria T-Ta en Perú, solo por nombrar algunas. Este episodio celebra tres discos preferidos de Cobain, y usa esto como excusa para navegar por algunas de las mujeres más fundamentales de la música. Agradecimientos especiales: Pat Pietrafesa, fundadora de She Devils, miembro de Cumbia Queers. Tiene una editorial, Alcohol y Fotocopias, encargada de contenidos de la Feria del libro punk en Argentina. Barbi Recanati, guitarrista y compositora. Conductora de La Hora Animada por Radio Futurock, autora de Mostras del Rock. Ana Espinosa, guitarrista y vocalista en Vondré de México. Creadora de Gear Noise. Cecilia Bastidas, compositora y cantante. Ex miembro de la banda Tijuana No! Host del podcast Punk in Translation producide por Shake it Easy Media para Audible. Annina Rodriguez, historiadora de rock, host de Reser Radio y directora de programación de la mítica y única radio de rock dominicana, La X 102.1 FM. Lorena Orlando, artista multidisciplinaria de Venezuela. Host: Albina CabreraEditor: Dusty HenryProductor de audio: Roddy NikpourPodcast manager: Isabel KhaliliDirector editorial: Larry Mizell Jr.Apoya este podcast: kexp.org/elsonido For the next four weeks, Cancioneros will be taking a short break. We’ll return with new episodes on November 17th. In the meantime, we’ll be re-sharing episodes from our previous seasons. In this episode of El Cancionero de Kurt, Albina Cabrera delves into the female legacy within punk through the albums Dry by PJ Harvey, Cut by The Slits, and the self-titled debut of The Raincoats. This musical journey highlights the decisive influence of pioneering women who challenged gender conventions and paved the way for more authentic and rebellious expression within punk and alternative rock. These late '70s and early '90s masterpieces not only were part of Kurt Cobain's musical influences but also resonated deeply in Latin America, including bands like She Devils, Tijuana No!, The Bags in Los Angeles, and Maria T-Ta in Peru, to name a few. This episode celebrates three of Cobain's favorite records, using this as an excuse to navigate through some of the most fundamental women in music. Special thanks to: Pat Pietrafesa, founder of She-Devils, currently with Kumbia Queers. She runs the publishing house Alcohol y Fotocopias, in charge of content for the punk book fair in Argentina. Barbi Recanati, guitarist and composer. Host of La Hora Animada on Radio Futurock, author of Mostras del Rock. Ana Espinosa, guitarist and vocalist in Vondré from Mexico. Creator of Gear Anxiety. Cecilia Bastidas, composer and singer. Former member of the band Tijuana No! Host of Punk in Translation podcast produced by Shake it Easy Media for Audible. Annina Rodriguez is a rock historian, host of Reset Radio, and Programming Director of the mythical and only rock radio station in the Dominican Republic, X 102.1 FM. Lorena Orlando, a multidisciplinary artist from Venezuela. Host: Albina CabreraAudio producer: Roddy NikpourPodcast manager: Isabel KhaliliEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podcast: kexp.org/donateSupport the show: http://kexp.org/elsonidoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Koen Van Bockstal (1961) is platenbaas geweest, hij was ondermeer de baas van platenfirma BMG en van Sony. Hij is directeur geweest van het huidige Literatuur Vlaanderen, en hij heeft het VAF geleid, het fonds dat de filmsubsidies uitdeelt. Hij was ook gedelegeerd bestuurder van Oxfam en algemeen directeur van UNICEF België. Piet Goddaer van Ozark Henry noemde zijn naam in deze podcast toen het over Haruki Murakami ging.Koen Van Bockstal woont in Gentbrugge bij Gent samen met zijn vrouw Heidi. Toen ik binnenkwam, gaf hij mij meteen een rondleiding langs alle boekenkasten in huis, van aan de voordeur tot helemaal boven. Hij vertelt vol passie over zijn drie boeken, je hoort ook hoe hij platenbaas geworden is, over zijn ontmoeting met Kurt Cobain van Nirvana. Hoe hij er als kind in slaagde om toch de verboden boeken uit de katholieke bibliotheek van Deinze in handen te krijgen. En de dag dat we elkaar spraken was een belangrijke muzikale dag voor hem.Wil je het boek '103 boeken die je gelezen moet hebben' bestellen - het boek van de podcast? Dat kan op wimoosterlinck.be. Ik schrijf er met plezier iets in voor jou of voor de persoon aan wie je het boek cadeau wil doen.Alle boeken en auteurs uit deze aflevering vind je in de shownotes op wimoosterlinck.beWil je de nieuwsbrief in je mailbox? wimoosterlinck.substack.comWil je de podcast steunen? Bestel je boeken dan steeds via de link op wimoosterlinck.be! Merci.De drie boeken van Koen Van Bockstal zijn:1. Siri Hustvedt: What I loved2. Murray Bail: Eucalyptus3. Arturo Pérez-Reverte: De schilder van het kwaadLuister ook naar de drie boeken van: Eva Mouton, Nicci French, Josse De Pauw, Ish Ait Hamou, Murielle Scherre, Michèle Cuvelier, Stefan Hertmans, Françoise Chombar en vele anderen.
The death of Kurt Cobain remains one of the mysteries which remain stubbornly free of solving what happened.Our mission is to investigate the murder of Kurt Cobain with a focus on seeking justice and truth. We are a female-fronted, non-profit organization dedicated to uncovering the facts surrounding his death and ensuring that no stone is left unturned in our pursuit of the truth. Through our research and advocacy efforts, we aim to shed light on the circumstances surrounding his tragic passing and bring closure to his family, friends, and fans.All donations, Patreon support and purchases will be used to cover any expenses incurred during this investigation, along with website costs, etc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
Face it, everyone loves a good fight. And musicians and singers are always adding an extra layer to their entertainment value - intentionally or accidentally - by engaging in battles with their peers. Some of these feuds are exaggerated and some are underplayed. Some have an obvious bad guy while in others it seems like both parties should share the blame. Some seem to be about nothing, and others seem to be about everything. It seemed like the stakes couldn't have been higher than they were in the recent Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud ... that is, until you remembered Tupac Shakur vs. The Notorious B.I.G. (both of whom died from drive-by shootings just months apart). Internal wars chipped away at some of rock's best bands - from the Beatles and The Kinks to Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac. Meanwhile, some of the most iconic singers were locked in bitter rivalries, including Prince and Michael Jackson as well as Axl Rose and Kurt Cobain. Then there were the entertaining battles of the divas - Cher vs. Madonna, Elton John vs. Madonna, Whitney Houston vs. Mariah Carey, Mariah Carey vs. Jennifer Lopez. ... And we'll never forget the most inexplicable feud that just seems to go on and on: Kanye West vs. Taylor Swift. This week your hosts of "How We Heard It" recap all of these fights and many more - the ones that made them laugh, the ones that made them wince and the ones that made them scratch their heads. They also take a look at the artist who seems to be fighting the entire world. Even if you've never heard of her.
Durante las próximas cuatro semanas, Cancioneros hará una breve pausa. Volveremos con nuevos episodios el 17 de noviembre. Mientras tanto, estaremos compartiendo nuevamente episodios de nuestras temporadas anteriores. Albina Cabrera se sumerge en Raw Power de The Stooges, Surfer Rosa de Pixies y Dying For It de The Vaselines mientras te lleva a viajar por el rock moderno de América Latina. En el capítulo inaugural de El Cancionero de Kurt, marcamos las coordenadas musicales para entender la influencia de Cobain, Nirvana y su cancionero en la cultura rock del continente. Desde las semillas protopunk de The Stooges y su 'Raw Power', que nos llevarán al desarrollo del rock colombiano de Bogotá a fines de los años 90; pasando por el intercambio universitario del líder de Pixies en Puerto Rico que lo lleva a componer gran parte de 'Surfer Rosa', un disco icónico del indie rock latinoamericano; hasta llegar a la gema escocesa de The Vaselines, banda popularizada gracias al fanatismo de Kurt Cobain y los covers hechos por Nirvana. Su influencia llegó a Monterrey, México, donde la banda de stoner rock, Los Mundos, graba la única versión en español de 'Molly’s Lips', “Los Labios de Molly”. Agradecimientos especiales: Juan Sebastián Barriga Ossa, periodista e historiador colombiano. Autor del artículo "El mito es real: la temporada de idilio de Iggy Pop en Colombia" publicado en Noisey- Vice Enrique Lichi: Líder de la banda panameña Making Movies. Tatiana Tenreyro: Periodista puertorriqueña radicada en Nueva York y autora del artículo "El Papel Complicado de Puerto Rico en 'Surfer Rosa' de Pixies", publicado en 2018 por Billboard. Santiago Barrionuevo de El Mató a un Policía Motorizado, Argentina. Media Hermana, banda argentina, parte de la compilación "Gigante: un tributo argentino a Pixies". Host: Albina CabreraAudio producer: Roddy NikpourPodcast manager: Isabel KhaliliEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podcast: kexp.org/elsonido For the next four weeks, Cancioneros will be taking a short break. We’ll return with new episodes on November 17th. In the meantime, we’ll be re-sharing episodes from our previous seasons. Albina Cabrera dives into Raw Power by The Stooges, Surfer Rosa by Pixies, and Dying For It by The Vaselines as she takes you on a journey through modern Latin American rock. In the inaugural chapter of El Cancionero de Kurt, we set the musical coordinates to understand the influence of Cobain, Nirvana, and their songbook on the rock culture of the continent. From the protopunk seeds of The Stooges with their Raw Power, leading us to the development of Colombian rock in Bogotá in the late 90s; to the university exchange of the Pixies' leader in Puerto Rico that led to the composition of much of Surfer Rosa, an iconic album of Latin American indie rock; and finally to the Scottish gem The Vaselines, a band popularized by Kurt Cobain's fanaticism and covers by Nirvana. Their influence reached Monterrey, Mexico, where the stoner rock band Los Mundos recorded the only Spanish version of 'Molly’s Lips', 'Los Labios de Molly'. Special Thanks: Juan Sebastián Barriga Ossa, Colombian journalist and historian. Author of the story published in Vice about Iggy Pop and Colombia. Enrique Lichi: Leader of the Panamanian band Making Movies. Tatiana Tenreyro: New York-based Puerto Rican journalist and author of the article "The Complicated Role of Puerto Rico in Pixies’ 'Surfer Rosa'," published in 2018 by Billboard. Santiago Barrionuevo from El Mató a un Policía Motorizado, Argentina. Media Hermana, an Argentinian band, part of the compilation "Gigante: un tributo argentino a Pixies" Host: Albina CabreraAudio producer: Roddy NikpourPodcast manager: Isabel KhaliliEditorial director: Larry Mizell Jr. Support the podcast: kexp.org/donateSupport the show: http://kexp.org/elsonidoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dylan Field is co-founder and CEO of Figma, a beloved tool used by every modern product team. Founded in 2012, Figma has expanded from a single design tool to a comprehensive platform including FigJam, Slides, Dev Mode, and, most recently, Figma Make. After a $20 billion acquisition by Adobe fell through due to regulatory pushback, Dylan led the company to a successful IPO in 2025.What you'll learn:• How Dylan kept internal morale up after the Adobe acquisition fell through• His approach to maintaining pace and a sense of urgency 13 years in• How to systematically develop taste• How Figma decides which product lines to add• Why Dylan obsesses over “time to value”• How AI is making design more valuable—Brought to you by:Stripe—Helping companies of all sizes grow revenue—Transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/why-ai-makes-design-craft-and-quality-the-new-moat—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/175569466/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Dylan Field:• X: https://x.com/zoink• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanfield/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Dylan Field(03:58) The Adobe deal fallout(05:50) Maintaining team morale post-deal(09:13) Strategies for sustaining high performance(13:37) Maintaining Figma's unique company culture(16:22) Dylan's leadership evolution(21:03) How to improve clarity as a leader(24:40) The controversy behind FigJam(31:06) Lessons from expanding Figma's core product line(39:32) Time-to-value(45:14) Introduction to Figma Make(48:26) AI app prototyping and the future of Figma Make(53:38) Lessons from Figma's AI product launch(57:47) The importance of craft(59:54) Developing good taste(01:05:35) The future of product development(01:10:32) Why AI won't steal your job(01:14:37) AI corner(01:18:32) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Dylan Field live at Config: Intuition, simplicity, and the future of design: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/dylan-field-live-at-config• Figma: https://www.figma.com/• Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/• Vision, conviction, and hype: How to build 0 to 1 inside a company | Mihika Kapoor (Product at Figma): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/vision-conviction-hype-mihika-kapoor• Notion's lost years, its near collapse during Covid, staying small to move fast, the joy and suffering of building horizontal, more | Ivan Zhao (CEO and co-founder): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/inside-notion-ivan-zhao• $46B of hard truths from Ben Horowitz: Why founders fail and why you need to run toward fear (a16z co-founder): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/46b-of-hard-truths-from-ben-horowitz• FigJam: https://www.figma.com/figjam/• Cursor chat: https://help.figma.com/hc/en-us/articles/4403130802199-Use-cursor-chat-in-Figma-Design• Figma Slides: https://www.figma.com/slides/• Figma Sites: https://www.figma.com/sites/• Figma Buzz: https://www.figma.com/buzz/• Figma Draw: https://www.figma.com/draw/• Figma Design: https://www.figma.com/design/• Dev Mode: https://www.figma.com/dev-mode/• Figma Make: https://www.figma.com/make/• Zach Lloyd on X: https://x.com/zachlloydtweets• Warp: https://www.warp.dev/• Dylan's post on X about Figma on an AI product leaderboard: https://x.com/zoink/status/1968588014935801884• Kurt Cobain: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Cobain• Damien Correll on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damiencorrell/• Marcin Wichary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mwichary/• Loredana Crisan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loredanacrisan/• Amber Bravo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberbravo/• Figma's 2025 AI report: Perspectives from designers and developers: https://www.figma.com/blog/figma-2025-ai-report-perspectives/• Jevons paradox: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jevons_paradox#Energy_conservation_policy• AI prompt engineering in 2025: What works and what doesn't | Sander Schulhoff (Learn Prompting, HackAPrompt): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/ai-prompt-engineering-in-2025-sander-schulhoff• Pantheon: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11680642/• Retro: https://retro.app/• Thiel Fellowship: https://thielfellowship.org/—Recommended books:• Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-Comics-Invisible-Scott-McCloud/dp/006097625X• The Spy and the Traitor: The Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War: https://www.amazon.com/Spy-Traitor-Greatest-Espionage-Story/dp/1101904216• Codex Seraphinianus: https://www.amazon.com/Codex-Seraphinianus-Anniversary-Luigi-Serafini/dp/0847871045Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed.My biggest takeaways from this conversation: To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com
It's been 31 years since the death of Kurt Cobain, the lead singer of Nirvana. The official story is that he committed suicide. What if he didn't commit suicide? What if, in fact, he was murdered? Well, that is the heart of a new book out now called To Kurt. I'm sorry. Investigative journalist Chris Todd is really behind this book, and really the writer behind this book and the investigator on this book,
Jon Herold and Zak Paine take on one of the most infamous deaths in music history: Kurt Cobain. The hosts revisit the official story of Cobain's 1994 “suicide,” then unpack new testimony from Joe Burns—a man who claims he was there the day Cobain died. From missing police reports and the heroin dosage that defies logic to Courtney Love's suspicious phone call and the alleged involvement of Seattle's grunge scene, Jon and Zak dig through decades of lies, cover-ups, and chaos. With trademark wit and skepticism, they challenge the narrative that Nirvana's frontman took his own life, exploring the dark intersections of fame, money, and manipulation.
Risa Iwasaki Culbertson was born in Japan. In this episode, meet and get to know Risa, one of the 12 artists in Every Kinda People, our group show at Mini Bar. Please join us this Sunday, Oct. 19, from 4–7 p.m. at Mini Bar for our Closing Party happy hour. Some of the artists will be on hand, as will friendly bartenders and me (Jeff). Back to Risa, though. Her mom is Japanese and her dad is from Ventura County in Southern California. Risa spent her first five or six years in Japan before her parents moved to California. She has memories of life in Japan before they moved. And after the move, Risa often went back to visit her grandmother. Risa says that, as a kid, she loved going back and forth between two very different cultures Her dad was in the military, which is what brought him to Japan, where he met his wife. Risa is their only child, something she and I go on a bit of a sidebar about. I'm not an only child, but I've met and befriended my fair share of well-adjusted only children. Hell, I married one. Risa found creativity early, and ran with it. Her parents were older, and being half-American, half-Japanese, she didn't feel like she fully belonged in either culture. Risa might've gotten her creativity from her mom, who did pottery, quilting, and other artistic things. Her dad was “a mad scientist of sorts,” she says. He was into taking things apart and repurposing found objects. In Southern California, Risa spent time with other Hapa kids. Her mom was part of a large Japanese community, and there were plenty of mixed-race kids among that group. She's very much a product of the Eighties and Nineties and Southern California. She remembers the beginning of grunge and flannels. Risa remembers vividly when Kurt Cobain died (1994). Middle school for her happened in Orange County. Risa did hula dancing and tap dancing for many years, always while also painting and drawing. In high school, her art teacher was switched out and replaced with a nun who told the kids they couldn't use black inks. It felt to young Risa like too religious of a message, and it instilled in her an attitude of not wanting anyone to tell her what she can and cannot do with her art. She never took another art class. She was also something of a social butterfly in her high school years. Risa had different friend groups and in hindsight, feels like they were constantly getting together and doing things. Then we turn to what got Risa out of Southern California. One friend she met in college moved back to San Francisco, and another friend from down south wanted to move here. She visited The City and remembers sitting in a cafe talking to strangers. She felt then and there that the friendliness was right for her, and something she wasn't getting in Orange County. I share a quick story of being in Orange County and getting phone directions to a bar. Unbeknownst to me and my friends that night, the map put us on a highway … on foot. Yep. We rewind a little to chat about Risa's time in college. She always wanted to be at least art-adjacent, and so she took classes on manufacturing and even calculus. Thing is, she ended up liking calculus. Earlier in life, she sold stuff she made through catalogs she also created. That early entrepreneurship informed some business classes she later took in college, including business law. It all lead to Risa's getting a business degree. Right away, she started recognizing a disconnect between art and business. Back to her first impression of San Francisco, that day in that Haight Street cafe made The City feel like a place where she could get to know people. Risa shares a story that happened right before her move here. It involves a man boarding a BART train she and her friends were on. He had a broken guitar. They'd made googly eyes at each other, but she and her friends were too scared to talk with him. When he got off the train, he looked back and waved. Risa figured she'd never see this guy again. Three months later, she was back to visit her friend who lived here. She'd thought about him, but figured there was no way to actually find him. Then, as you can guess, it happened. Risa says she's still friends with that guy to this day. Check back Thursday for Part 2 with Risa, which includes the story of her move to San Francisco. We recorded this podcast at Risa's studio in the Inner Richmond in August 2025. Photography by Jeff Hunt
Ego Fest XV cracks open The Projection Booth once again as Mike faces a barrage of listener questions from the devoted and the deranged. From the mysteries of the long-teased 2001: A Space Odyssey episode to favorite decades of filmmaking and the highs and lows of a year's worth of interviews, nothing's off the table. Mike talks shop on balancing multiple podcasts, favorite co-hosts, and whether a Dabney Coleman series might lurk in the future. Fans ask about Elliot Gould, Malcolm McDowell, the Weirding Way family, Kurt Cobain, and even Mike's clarinet. It's a revealing, and deeply personal episode that proves—once again—that the man behind the mic never stops creating, curating, or caffeinating.Big thanks to Dallas Norvell, Captain Billy, Robert Maines, and Ben Buckingham for the thoughtful questions. Also big thanks to all of the listeners who provided such insightful reviews.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
Ego Fest XV cracks open The Projection Booth once again as Mike faces a barrage of listener questions from the devoted and the deranged. From the mysteries of the long-teased 2001: A Space Odyssey episode to favorite decades of filmmaking and the highs and lows of a year's worth of interviews, nothing's off the table. Mike talks shop on balancing multiple podcasts, favorite co-hosts, and whether a Dabney Coleman series might lurk in the future. Fans ask about Elliot Gould, Malcolm McDowell, the Weirding Way family, Kurt Cobain, and even Mike's clarinet. It's a revealing, and deeply personal episode that proves—once again—that the man behind the mic never stops creating, curating, or caffeinating.Big thanks to Dallas Norvell, Captain Billy, Robert Maines, and Ben Buckingham for the thoughtful questions. Also big thanks to all of the listeners who provided such insightful reviews.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth
In this episode, Liam sits down with Scott Eastman, Greg Mytych, and Bryan Jones from Horace Pinker — the veteran punk band that's been defying trends and expectations since the early 90s.They talk about everything from growing up in their local punk scenes and surviving chaotic mosh pits to balancing day jobs with life on the road, DIY ethics, and why touring now is tougher than ever.Expect stories about playing with Green Day, sharing dinner (and too many drinks) with Dave Grohl, and the bizarre fate of a Horace Pinker T-shirt once owned by Kurt Cobain.New album Now and the Future is out now — a perfect excuse to dive back into a band that never lost sight of why they started doing this in the first place.Follow the podcast @punksinpubs across all social media and give us a rate and review while you are at it.
Ben Lee was a teen rock prodigy at the age of 14.What followed was decades of making music, Hollywood fame, and a journey into alternative spirituality, including time at an Ashram in India, and exploring the world of ayahuasca, a hallucinogen found in a vine in the Amazon (R).Ben Lee grew up in Bondi in the 1980s when it was a place of bikie gangs, Yiddish-speaking grandmas and tribes of kids living next to one of the world's most beautiful beaches. He was educated at a local Jewish school where he confounded his Rabbi by asking some surprising questions about Moses.Ben was always a seeker, and even as a boy, he also possessed a whole lot of chutzpah.At the age of 14 he saw Nirvana play at the Big Day Out. The next day he started his own band and just two years later Ben was flying to America to support Sonic Youth.After many wild years, Ben emerged with a crucial realisation about his life story. He is now living back in Australia with his wife Ione and their teenage daughter.This episode of Conversations was produced by Nicola Harrison and the Executive Producer was Carmel Rooney.It explores music, songwriting, drugs, drug taking, ayahuasca, what does ayahuasca feel like, ecstasy, do drugs change your brain, your brain on drugs, your subconscious mind, Claire Danes, how to be famous, what it feels like to be famous, mental health, identity crisis, seasons of life, rock star wife, rock star husband, Evan Dando, Evan Dando drug addiction, Lemonheads, ego, big ego, tall poppy syndrome, catch my disease, gamble everything for love, fame, rock music, singing, Bondi, Noise Addict, Sonic Youth, alternative spirituality, Judaism, Australian music, celebrity, Ione Skye.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.
Seán's guest has photographed everyone from dictator August Pinochet to Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, but his new book is a collection of portraits of Irish writers.Photographer Steve Pyke joins Seán to discuss.
On this replay preview of Brave New World, Evgeny Lebedev is in conversation with the Oscar-winning actor, Dame Helen Mirren.Now, this is a bit of a break from the usual guests on Tech & Science Daily, but in this wide ranging conversation Evgeny and Dame Helen discuss everything from the evolution of technology, ageing, to the contemporary media landscape and social media.“It's so sad that Kurt Cobain died when he did, because he never got to see GPS”Listen to the full conversation on the Brave New World podcast here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chris has a full Kiss of The Spider Woman debrief for Dominick in this week's Pre-Fixe, and the duo unpack The Life Of A Showgirl, Joe Exotic advocating for George Santos, among other INSANE things. Then, Prose & Glow Creator and Friend of the Pod Julia Washington joins to fix Courtney Love. They discuss her early life, Hole, her relationship with Kurt Cobain, the infamous Madonna Interview, and much, much more!You can find Julia at @thejuliawashington and you can find her business Prose & Glow here!You can find Dom at dommentary.com.You can find Chris at @thechrisderosa.Follow the show at @fixingfamouspeople and on YouTube.Subscribe to the Patreon Fixing Bonus People here.You can GIFT the Patreon to someone here.And listen to FREE Examples of the Patreon Bonus Content here!Or Subscribe to A La Carte Episodes in the Apple Podcast App.Pre-Fixe ends around 42:00.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Episode Summary: The Human Edge in a Bot-Driven WorldThis week on The Advisory Board Podcast, host Dave Hansen is joined by the ever-iconic Karen Booze—yes, the one with the unmistakable blue hair and a résumé as colorful as her story. From playing the oboe on the White House lawn with the Beach Boys to sharing a high school band room with Kurt Cobain, Karen's life is as fascinating as her decades-long expertise in answering services.As Director of Business Growth & Partnerships at AnswerConnect and AnswerForce, Karen has seen firsthand how answering the phone—well, and properly—can make or break a business. She and Dave dig into why human connection still outperforms bots (despite the hype), how generational preferences shape communication, and why not having a phone number on your website might be quietly draining your revenue.Karen also shares battle-tested best practices—from scripting empathetic greetings to boosting “speed-to-lead”—and warns of the very real cost of inaction for franchise brands and small businesses. Whether you're managing after-hours calls, figuring out AI's role in customer service, or just looking for ways to create a more human experience for customers, this episode delivers insights worth answering the call for.A big thank-you to our episode sponsor, ClientTether, for making these conversations possible and for empowering franchise brands to connect with leads faster and more effectively.Tune in for stories, stats, and a little rock ‘n' roll nostalgia as Karen proves that in the world of business growth, human connection never goes out of style.
In Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats (Da Capo Press, 2025) Audrey Golden traces the history of the iconic band The Raincoats staring of the founding by Art students Gina Birch and Ana da Silva in 1977. Since the release of their seminal early records, the band has been revered by punk, queer, feminist, and indie pop artists alike.The Raincoats reimagined the nature of experimental music and DIY design, and went on to inspire Sonic Youth, Nirvana, and an entire generation of Riot Grrrl and queercore musicians. Shouting Out Loud: Lives of the Raincoats tells this story, which resonates at the heart of late twentieth century radical art, in three distinct lives of the band. In The Raincoats' first life, they recorded three full-length albums now regarded as classics and were the first punk band to play behind the Iron Curtain in Warsaw. Nearly a decade later in 1992, the band's second life took off when Kurt Cobain's love of the band catalyzed their renaissance, and The Raincoats became renowned as 'godmothers of grunge and Riot Grrrl' only to go on hiatus again in 1996. In 2001, The Raincoats reemerged in a third and ongoing iteration marked by performances in art museums such as New York's MoMA, the Pompidou Centre in Paris, and London's National Portrait Gallery. The Raincoats have and continue to be a singular phenomenon and influence for so many. Featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen images from The Raincoats' archive, Shouting Out Loud is the first biography of this pioneering group of women who paved the way for hundreds of artists who have followed in their footsteps and the must-have account of a legendary band that holds a vital place in twentieth and twenty-first century sonic history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats (Da Capo Press, 2025) Audrey Golden traces the history of the iconic band The Raincoats staring of the founding by Art students Gina Birch and Ana da Silva in 1977. Since the release of their seminal early records, the band has been revered by punk, queer, feminist, and indie pop artists alike.The Raincoats reimagined the nature of experimental music and DIY design, and went on to inspire Sonic Youth, Nirvana, and an entire generation of Riot Grrrl and queercore musicians. Shouting Out Loud: Lives of the Raincoats tells this story, which resonates at the heart of late twentieth century radical art, in three distinct lives of the band. In The Raincoats' first life, they recorded three full-length albums now regarded as classics and were the first punk band to play behind the Iron Curtain in Warsaw. Nearly a decade later in 1992, the band's second life took off when Kurt Cobain's love of the band catalyzed their renaissance, and The Raincoats became renowned as 'godmothers of grunge and Riot Grrrl' only to go on hiatus again in 1996. In 2001, The Raincoats reemerged in a third and ongoing iteration marked by performances in art museums such as New York's MoMA, the Pompidou Centre in Paris, and London's National Portrait Gallery. The Raincoats have and continue to be a singular phenomenon and influence for so many. Featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen images from The Raincoats' archive, Shouting Out Loud is the first biography of this pioneering group of women who paved the way for hundreds of artists who have followed in their footsteps and the must-have account of a legendary band that holds a vital place in twentieth and twenty-first century sonic history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/music
In Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats (Da Capo Press, 2025) Audrey Golden traces the history of the iconic band The Raincoats staring of the founding by Art students Gina Birch and Ana da Silva in 1977. Since the release of their seminal early records, the band has been revered by punk, queer, feminist, and indie pop artists alike.The Raincoats reimagined the nature of experimental music and DIY design, and went on to inspire Sonic Youth, Nirvana, and an entire generation of Riot Grrrl and queercore musicians. Shouting Out Loud: Lives of the Raincoats tells this story, which resonates at the heart of late twentieth century radical art, in three distinct lives of the band. In The Raincoats' first life, they recorded three full-length albums now regarded as classics and were the first punk band to play behind the Iron Curtain in Warsaw. Nearly a decade later in 1992, the band's second life took off when Kurt Cobain's love of the band catalyzed their renaissance, and The Raincoats became renowned as 'godmothers of grunge and Riot Grrrl' only to go on hiatus again in 1996. In 2001, The Raincoats reemerged in a third and ongoing iteration marked by performances in art museums such as New York's MoMA, the Pompidou Centre in Paris, and London's National Portrait Gallery. The Raincoats have and continue to be a singular phenomenon and influence for so many. Featuring exclusive interviews and never-before-seen images from The Raincoats' archive, Shouting Out Loud is the first biography of this pioneering group of women who paved the way for hundreds of artists who have followed in their footsteps and the must-have account of a legendary band that holds a vital place in twentieth and twenty-first century sonic history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/popular-culture
This week, Joe and Miles Nolte team up with the legendary Conway Bowman to hunt for makos in the dolphin killing fields, we scold Kurt Cobain for spitting in our beer, tell you why you should never order jungle short ribs in Thailand, and do weird tourist stuff on the beach in front of War Child.
Audrey Golden in conversation with David Eastaugh https://store.whiterabbitbooks.co.uk/products/shouting-out-loud https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shouting-Out-Loud-Lives-Raincoats/dp/1399624865 Art students Gina Birch and Ana da Silva formed The Raincoats in 1977. Since the release of their seminal early records, the 'godmothers of grunge' have been revered by punk, queer, feminist and indie pop artists alike. The Raincoats reimagined the nature of experimental music and DIY design and went on to inspire Sonic Youth, Nirvana, and an entire generation of Riot Grrrl and queercore musicians. Shouting Out Loud: Lives of the Raincoats tells their astonishing story in three extraordinary lives. In The Raincoats' first life, they recorded three full-length albums now regarded as classics and were the first punk band to play behind the Iron Curtain in Warsaw. Nearly a decade later in 1992, the band's second life took off when Kurt Cobain's love of the band catalysed their renaissance.
Hank Harrison : Love Kills The Assassination of Kurt Cobain Book ReleaseEvery copy of Love Kills is signed by the author. Love Kills offers the most insightful explanation as yet offered for the mysterious death of Kurt Cobain. Harrison's touching account of his son-in-law's life and death includes many revealing photographs and anecdotes from his family archivehttps://amzn.to/46YQAfVBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.
Might want to put on the headphones for this one -- Bob "Bobcat" Goldthwait has a set of pipes (at least in the old days) that is indescribable. A perfect fit for the MTV era, Bobcat's comedy was edgy (to say the least) and he became a favorite of other edgy artists (Kurt Cobain was a big fan). Bobcat was a regular at Comic Relief fundraisers and he carved out a niche as a supporting actor in flicks such as Police Academy 2. Bobcat also was behind "The Citizen Kane of alcoholic clown movies" -- Shakes the Clown. But eventually Bobcat found himself trapped by his comic persona and that voice and he consciously sought out more behind the scenes work (including directing the Jimmy Kimmel Live show in the early 2000s). And in recent years, the comic now know as Bob Goldthwait has poked a little fun at the change -- a 2020 special is called "You Don't Look The Same Either." As always find extended clips below and thanks for sharing our shows. Want more Bobcat? Time to test your speakers -- here's Bobcat in full flight at one of the Comic Relief benefit shows. As one commenter noted -- he's a real life Tasmanian Devil. https://youtu.be/O0qAfWWQJ5w?si=mT9EFIhW60N_5wnj Bobcat was a natural for gonzo comedies and his role as Zed in the Police Academy films was a fan fave. https://youtu.be/GbURJaV_iYQ?si=QMduQa7fbzti-DSl A bomb that has turned into a cult classic, Shakes the Clown imagines an all clown world with Bobcat as the titular character trying to beat a frame up for murder. https://youtu.be/Du71B7kEHvY?si=Cil0KZrScl3jVE-5 In his recent standup, Bob Goldthwait drops the "Bobcat" and has fun at the expense of his old image. https://youtu.be/XX2NzMnIsOg?si=EFaIdb4MfJRA8kLA
Liz sits down with her friend, the iconic drummer of Hole, Patty Schemel. Patty talks about her memoir "Hit So Hard" and gives us a look at what life was really like as the drummer of the iconic band —everything to living with Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love to what the photo shoots were like to eventually getting kicked out of the band. Watch the episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@lizculley Connect with Patty: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattyschemel Buy Patty's book: https://www.amazon.com/Hit-So-Hard-Patty-Schemel/dp/0306825074 Connect with Liz: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/ Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/ For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz
In 1906, Hilma af Klint begins painting a monumental project: Paintings for the Temple. She receives a commission for this series from higher beings contacted through channeling sessions. What is the message of these paintings? And what makes them so remarkable?∞∞∞∞∞Support Creative Codex on my Patreon and get access to exclusive episodes including Kurt Cobain, Jung's Red Book Reading series, Jim Morrison, and the Tarot Exegesis series: https://www.patreon.com/mjdorianThank you in advance!∞∞∞∞∞View the Companion Gallery for this episode: https://mjdorian.com/hilma/∞∞∞∞∞Go follow Glen Vivaris (Thank you for your help with the Porch Sitter's Convention ad!): https://www.youtube.com/glenmakes∞∞∞∞∞View full transcript for this episode here: https://mjdorian.com/transcript-53/∞∞∞∞∞Resources used:• Hilma af Klint: A Biography by Julia Voss• Hilma af Klint: Paintings for the Future by The Guggenheim Museum• Hilma af Klint: Notes and Methods• Hilma af Klint and The Five's Sketchbooks• Hilma af Klint's Philosophy of Life by Johan af Klint• Modern Occultism by Mitch Horowitz∞∞∞∞∞Buy me a coffee or add to my fancy books fund on Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=3235189073379328069&created=1681912456.228596&printed=1∞∞∞∞∞Thank you to my Dream Maker tier!Executive Producers: Mike Hill, Madie Laine, Ryan WilliamsonView The Wall of Gratitude for this episode, with all of the shout-outs: https://mjdorian.com/thankyou/---------Connect with me on social media for all the newest updates:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/creativecodexInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mjdorian/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mjdorianTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mjdorian---------Creative Codex is written & produced by MJDorianMusic by MJDorian.All rights reserved.
Send us a textIn this gripping episode, I dive back into the explosive circles drawn by butler Alfredo Rodriguez in Jeffrey Epstein's mid-2000s black book, a pivotal piece of evidence submitted to the Justice Department, continuing our probe into the scandalous figures linked to Epstein's world. I start with Peter Thiel's jaw-dropping announcement of his secretive "The Antichrist: A Four-Part Lecture Series" for tech and political elites at San Francisco's Commonwealth Club, hosted by the Acts 17 Collective, teasing his provocative transhumanist views on humanity's future and Palantir's vast contracts with agencies like the CIA, FBI, NSA, Department of Defense, UK's NHS, and Israel's IDF—hinting at a perspective so wild it'll make you question his influence. Then, I shift to the black book's final names, beginning with Courtney Love's multiple circled entries, exploring her chaotic 2000-2005 era of arrests, partying, and a bizarre late-night Epstein-related encounter detailed in her memoir Dirty Blonde that'll leave you stunned. I also tease explosive connections to Leslie Wexner's Victoria's Secret empire, a young model's frequent Lolita Express flights with high-profile figures, Virginia Giuffre's witness list naming major celebrities, and a shadowy network of surveillance systems, shredded evidence, and a Palm Beach neighbor who saw too much—all pointing to a dark web of elite secrets without revealing the most shocking twists. For the full scoop, including my four-part Kurt Cobain series, exclusive Hulk Hogan and Elizabeth Holmes insights, and more Epstein revelations, check my Patreon or search YouTube, Patreon, and Buzzsprout for the juicy details! For the Full epsodes go here for only $6.00 per month plus more show! https://www.patreon.com/c/DishingDramaWithDanaWilkeyCircled Black Book Link: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/1508273-jeffrey-epsteins-little-black-book-redacted/Support the showDana is on Cameo!Follow Dana: @Wilkey_Dana$25,000 Song - Apple Music$25,000 Song - SpotifyTo support the show and listen to full episodes, become a member on PatreonTo learn more about sponsorships, email DDDWpodcast@gmail.comDana's YouTube Channel
We dive into a musical time capsule exploring the Billboard Modern Rock tracks from September 16th, 1995, highlighting the songs that defined a generation and soundtracked a wedding day.• Matthew Sweet's "Sick of Myself" featuring Television's Richard Lloyd on lead guitar• Hole's "Softer, Softest" with Kurt Cobain on backing vocals, recorded in Marietta, Georgia• Toadies' "Possum Kingdom" with its distinctive guitar opening and haunting lyrics• Alanis Morissette's "You Oughta Know" featuring Dave Navarro and Flea as session musicians• The story behind Tripping Daisy reluctantly releasing "I Got a Girl" as a single• Silverchair claiming the #1 spot with "Tomorrow"• The significance of 99X radio in Atlanta bringing alternative music to mainstream audiences• Pink Floyd's "Wish You Were Here" album celebrating its 50th anniversary• The story behind the burning man on the "Wish You Were Here" album cover• The Replacements' "Tim" album marking its 40th anniversary“Music In My Shoes" where music and memories intertwine.Learn Something New orRemember Something OldVisit our Facebook and Instagram pages and spread the word if you enjoy the podcast. Contact us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com with your own musical memories.Send us a one-way message. We can't answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!
In this throwback episode Sebastian takes you back to this fan favorite episode from Season 3. Robin Hood is easily one of the most beloved characters in English storytelling. For centuries the forest outlaw has been the ultimate hero of the downtrodden. He steals from the rich, gives to the poor, and resists tyranny in all of its forms. But, is Robin Hood just a fictional character, or could there have been a real person who inspired the legend? By taking a close look at the earliest Robin Hood ballads perhaps we can find some clues about the true identity of this mythic outlaw. Tune-in and find out how forest elves, Kurt Cobain, and Kevin Costner's bad accent all play a role in the story.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Arielle Cooper-Lethem is the costume designer for Lena Dunham's hit new show, Too Much. The hilarious and heartfelt rom-com, led by Hacks star Megan Stalter as Jess and The White Lotus star Will Sharpe as Felix, debuted on Netflix in July. This week, Cooper-Lethem joins Who What Wear Editorial Director Lauren Eggertsen to tell us what it was like curating Jess's maximalist wardrobe of vintage nightgowns and lacy bloomers, as well as how Kurt Cobain inspired Felix's grungy, androgynous Londoner style. Plus, Arielle tells us about If Only If, the independent British brand behind Jess's iconic red, frilled nightie that fans bought en masse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From the Beatles to Nirvana to Pulp Fiction and Friends, every decade used to bring a cultural reset—new sounds, new voices, new aesthetics that changed the way we dressed, talked, and thought. But for the past 25 years, that cycle stopped. Why? In this week's After Party, Jake takes us back to a time when artists shaped the culture—and breaks down how corporatization, consolidation, and the algorithm killed the artist as changemaker. Plus: a bonus section packed with receipts on music, movies, books, and the myth work we're all doing together to take it back. On Tuesday, we're bringing you a story about the Temptations and the untimely death of the great Tammi Terrell. Jake wants to know: Which musician's death is the most suspicious? Share your thoughts at 617-906-6638, disgracelandpod@gmail.com, or on socials @disgracelandpod. To listen to an extended version of the After Party, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com/membership. For more great Disgraceland episodes, dive into our extensive archive, including such episodes as: Episode 197 - Matthew Perry Episode 93 - Taylor Swift Episode 25 and 26 - Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love Episode 171 Public Enemy To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mark Lanegan was grunge's darkest secret – a gravel-voiced hellraiser who ran dope for Kurt Cobain, scared Liam Gallagher into quitting Oasis, and nearly lost his arm (and his mind) chasing the next high. He brawled his way out of a dead-end town, made as many enemies as friends in the music industry, and somehow kept singing through it all. From crack dens to concert halls, his life was pure rock ‘n roll noir – violent, haunted, and painfully real. This episode contains themes that may be disturbing to some listeners, including depictions of suicide. If you or a loved one are thinking about suicide, help is available 24 hours a day at the 988 Lifeline. To see the full list of contributors, see the show notes at www.disgracelandpod.com. To listen to Disgraceland ad free and get access to a monthly exclusive episode, weekly bonus content and more, become a Disgraceland All Access member at disgracelandpod.com/membership. Sign up for our newsletter and get the inside dirt on events, merch and other awesomeness - GET THE NEWSLETTER Follow Jake and DISGRACELAND: Instagram YouTube X (formerly Twitter) Facebook Fan Group TikTok To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices