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Where My Killa Tape At?
Ep 183 – Marvel's Civil War Pt. 1 – Revisiting the Comic book Crossover

Where My Killa Tape At?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 43:43


In this episode, ZMO and Dan Tres Omi revisit the Marvel's Civil War Crossover written by Mark Millar withart by Steve McNiven. This is a two part episode that covers the Marvel Civil war comic event and the MCU Captain American: Civil War movie. The original comic series is 20 years old and the movie adaptation is 10 years old. You can contact ZMO Divine Power on IG and twitter at @zmo757 (he can spit bars or produce tracks so HIREHIM!!!!) He has a project out! Check out Zmo's work at: https://zmodivinepower.bandcamp.com/releasesMy contact info: IG: @brotheromitiktok: @yourmansprettyflacosubstack:https://dantresomi.substack.com/You can support the podcast with monthly contributions here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dantresomi/support(Thank you!) For 2026, ONCE AGAIN, my goal is to sell 100 coffee mugs to raise $$$ for the show. Buy one. Heck Buy Two– support a brother: https://www.cafepress.com/omisbench.571434105Here is the link to my Youtube page with all the old episodes from the previous seasons. Thank you allfor the support:https://www.youtube.com/user/BrotherOmi/videos

The XS Noize Podcast
MYSTERY JETS: Grief, Hope & A Hole to See the Sky Through (#295)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 51:34


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Mystery Jets' Blaine Harrison and Ollie Taylor to discuss their seventh studio album, A Hole to See the Sky Through. Blaine explains how a postcard artwork by Yoko Ono became the album's title, cover and guiding light. They also discuss recording with Leo Abrahams, the spontaneous creation of 'Black Sage' and how Ollie and his brother Eddie brought fresh energy to the band. Elsewhere, Blaine shares the deeply personal story behind 'Soul River', written for a much-loved friend who died during the pandemic, and explains how 'Anaglypta' uses textured wallpaper as a metaphor for hiding the cracks in our lives. They also reflect on the album's place alongside Curve of the Earth and A Billion Heartbeats, what keeps Mystery Jets moving forward after more than 20 years, and why songwriting remains a balance between "maths and magic." A Hole to See the Sky Through is released on 21 August via Fiction Records. Watch the XS Noize Podcast on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@thexsnoizepodcast Visit XS Noize:https://www.xsnoize.com Follow XS Noize: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xsnoizemusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xsnoizemusic X / Twitter: https://x.com/xsnoizemusic Hosted and produced by Mark Millar.  

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LE BOOM on Immersive Shows, Irish Identity & Community (#294)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 33:59


LE BOOM's Christy Leech joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast ahead of the duo's 360° immersive floor show at Limelight 1, Belfast. Christy explains how secret raves and unconventional venues inspired LE BOOM to perform in the middle of the audience, removing the separation between the band and the crowd. He also recalls an unforgettable show on a boat in Sydney Harbour and discusses the community that has developed around LE BOOM's live performances. The conversation explores Christy's creative partnership with his brother Andy, combining electronic music with spoken word, and embracing their Irish identity through writing and performing in the Irish language. Christy also discusses the story behind "BUACHAILLÍ," LE BOOM's gradual rise from intimate parties to sold-out shows, and reveals that the duo have finished an album. LE BOOM's 360° immersive floor show, with special guests Grooveline, takes place at Limelight 1, Belfast, on Saturday, 8 August 2026. Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/le-boom-in-the-round-immersive-floor-show-fleadh-2026-belfast-08-08-2026/event/380064A7EA0A2B32 Watch more XS Noize Podcast episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@thexsnoizepodcast Visit XS Noize: https://www.xsnoize.com

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Danny O'Donoghue on The Script's New Album, Songwriting & Being Human (#293)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 39:12


The Script's Danny O'Donoghue joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss the ideas, stories and songwriting behind the band's new album, "The User's Guide to Being Human." Danny reveals how an unusual moment in Los Angeles inspired the album's title, why he returned to the studio within a week of finishing the Satellites tour, and how sobriety has changed his approach to making music. He also discusses reuniting with longtime collaborators Andrew Frampton, Steve Kipner and Jimbo Barry, carrying Mark Sheehan's influence forward, and why a great lyric remains at the heart of The Script's music. The conversation explores the meaning behind "Man in the Arena," friendship and forgiveness in "The Crowd Was Singing Wonderwall," and the wordplay behind new songs "Grow Old with Grace" and "Scars Align." Elsewhere, Danny reflects on the difficult years before The Script found success, what achievement means to him today, and why songs such as "The Man Who Can't Be Moved" continue to connect with new generations nearly twenty years later. At its heart, this episode is about songwriting, resilience, forgiveness and the light and shade of being human. "The User's Guide to Being Human" will be released on 14 August 2026. Pre-order / pre-save the album: https://thescript.lnk.to/UGTBHPR The Script bring the Man in the Arena tour to The O2 Belfast on 2 November 2026. Watch the XS Noize Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thexsnoizepodcast Visit XS Noize: https://www.xsnoize.com Follow XS Noize: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xsnoizemusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xsnoizemusic X / Twitter: https://x.com/xsnoizemusic Hosted and produced by Mark Millar.

Rabbitt Stew Comics
Episode 568

Rabbitt Stew Comics

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 174:32


Weekly Reviews: DC Clayface: Celebrity Dirt 1 by Jude Ellison S. Doyle, Fran Galan, Patricio Delpeche Marvel Fantastic Four: First Foes – Shalla-Bal 1 by Charles Soule, Mark Buckingham, Alex Sinclair Ryan North, Phil Noto It's Symbie 1 by Jacob Chabot, Rachelle Rosenberg, MacKenzie Cadenhead, Enid Balam, Andrew Dalhouse Jeff the Land Shark: Superstar 1 by Kelly Thompson, Tokitokoro, Jim Campbell Marvel Unlimited Infinity Comics: Alien: The Friendliest Facehugger 11 by Jason Loo, Goodman Yamada Redwing: Independence Day 6 by Juan Ponce, Pablo Collar Alien Zorro's Legacy 1 by Dan Abnett, Aaron Lopresti, Matt Ryan, Walter Pereyra Archie Archie Comics 85th Anniversary Presents: Betty & Veronica Swimsuit Special 1 Boom Vampyrates 1 by Fred Van Lente, Luca Pizzari, Adam Guzowski Dark Horse Star-Crossed 1 by Mark Millar, Corrado Mastantuono, Niso Mastantuono Witness Point 1 by Heath Corson, Soo Lee Dynamite Aladdin 1 by James III, Agnese Eterno Fire and Ice: Darkwolf 1 by Dan Panosian, Andrey Lunatik, Jorge Fares Maese Ramirez IDW Operation: Iron Coffin 1 by Kenny Porter, Tyrell Cannon Rocketeer: Infiltrator 1 by Gabriel Hardman, Dean Kotz, K.J. Diaz Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Special 1 by Iasmin Omar Ata, Mauro Fonseca, Min Ho Kimn, Thomas Rothlisberger, Matt Froese, Reggie Graham Image Exquisite Corpses: Rascal Randy 1 by Tyler Boss, Dylan Burnett, Jordie Bellaire OGN Countdown Superman's Good Guy Gang: Follow the Leader by Rob Justus Offside by Christine Gonzalez, Mari Costa Xanar and Mr. Tuxedo by Sean Ryan, Giulia Giacomino, Valerio Alloro Lex Luthor: Diabolical Genius by Christof Bogacs, Valerio Chiola Heaven by Katie Skelly I Survived Vol 14: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941 by Lauren Tarshis, Peter Wartman My Tokyo Summer by Abby Denson, Utomaru Coming Out Perfect by Richard Mercado Unico Vol 3: Lost by Osamu Tezuka, Samuel Sattin, Gurihiru Spider-Man: Mighty Mayhem! by Mike Maihack Orion by Ngozi Ukazu Kloud 9: Star Soldier by AJ O Mason, Dominic Bustamante Ladies of the Knight by Fiona Marchbank TV Helluva Boss short My Adventures With Superman 3.5 X-Men '97 2.4 Movies Moana Enola Holmes 3 Additional Reviews: Apple, Cider, Vinegar Adolescence Cuckoo Next Friday: Magical Meow Meow News: Sam Neill, Omninews, Lara Croft crossover with GI Joe, Jimmy Tatro of American Vandal to voice Gorilla Grodd in Jimmy Olsen spinoff, Phantom Road update, Dark Horse antisemitism controversy, Kim Joy announces new graphic novel "Quiet" Trailers: Aang the Last Airbender, Soulm8te, Dune Part 3, Buddy, Digger Comics Countdown (08 July 2026): DIE Loaded 7 by Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans Absolute Batman 22 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Werther Dell'Edera, Frank Martin White Boat 3 by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla Exquisite Corpses: Rascal Randy 1 by Tyler Boss, Dylan Burnett, Jordie Bellaire Seasons 11 by Rick Remender, Paul Azaceta, Mat Lopes Absolute Catwoman 2 by Che Grayson, Scott Snyder, Bengal, Giovanna Niro Supergirl 15 by Sophie Campbell, Tamra Bonvillain Bleeding Hearts 6 by Deniz Camp, Stipan Morian, Matt Hollingsworth w0rldtr33 21 by James Tynion IV, Fernando Blanco, Jordie Bellaire Jeff the Landshark: Superstar 1 by Kelly Thompson, Tokitokoro, Jim Campbell  

The XS Noize Podcast
Tim Wheeler on Ash's 1977 at 30, Girl From Mars & Coming of Age at 19 (#292)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 44:06


Tim Wheeler joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss Ash's landmark debut album 1977, its 30th Anniversary Edition, "Girl From Mars," "Goldfinger," Owen Morris, young fame, Northern Ireland and taking the album back out on the road. Originally released in 1996, 1977 turned Ash from teenage upstarts from Downpatrick into one of the defining guitar bands of the era. Featuring "Girl From Mars," "Goldfinger," "Kung Fu," "Oh Yeah," "Angel Interceptor" and "Lose Control," the album captured a young band moving at full speed — melodic, noisy, chaotic and full of life. In this conversation, Tim reflects on what it feels like to see 1977 turn 30, why the album still belongs to both the band and the fans, and how Ash managed to stay together when so many bands from that era did not. Tim also looks back on working with producer Owen Morris, who brought energy, chaos and confidence to the sessions. He talks about recording "Kung Fu," "Angel Interceptor," "Girl From Mars" and "Goldfinger," how Owen pushed the band in the studio, and why "Goldfinger" became such a major step forward for Ash as songwriters. The episode also explores the new 30th Anniversary Edition of 1977, including the B-sides, the long-lost track "Bittersweet Blue," the band's live STABAL performance, and why the B-sides from that era might be the strangest Ash album of all. Elsewhere, Tim opens up about the pressure of becoming successful at 19, having a number one album, appearing on Top of the Pops, touring the world, and trying to deal with the mental and emotional weight of dreams coming true while everything was moving too fast. Tim also discusses the Northern Irish identity in Ash's music, the humour, melancholy and resilience that helped carry the band through, the emotional pull of playing Belfast, and why the 1977 anniversary tour feels like a celebration rather than simple nostalgia. At its heart, this episode is about youth, friendship, pressure, survival, guitar music, and a record that became a coming-of-age story for both Ash and their fans. Subscribe to the XS Noize Podcast for more in-depth conversations with music's legends, innovators and trailblazers. Website: https://www.xsnoize.com YouTube: @thexsnoizepodcast Instagram: @xsnoizemusic X: @xsnoizemusic

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Tony Visconti on David Bowie, Marc Bolan, Thin Lizzy & Blackstar (#291)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 40:31


Tony Visconti joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss David Bowie, Marc Bolan, T. Rex, Thin Lizzy, Phil Lynott, Blackstar, Scary Monsters, Holy Holy and the art of producing timeless records. Best known as one of the most celebrated producers in music history, Tony played on Bowie's early records and went on to produce some of the most important albums of David Bowie's career. He also worked closely with Marc Bolan and T. Rex, worked on classic Thin Lizzy records, and remains a vital part of Bowie's musical legacy through Holy Holy. In this conversation, Tony discusses Holy Holy's Final Tour – A Celebration of Bowie. He reflects on keeping Bowie's music alive on stage, why he still practises bass every day at 82, and what performing gives him that producing doesn't. Tony also opens up about the craft of production — what a great producer gives an artist, how he listens to a song in its earliest form, and why vocal performance is so important. He shares a brilliant story about Bowie recording "Where Are We Now?" in one take, and explains how they kept the surprise return of Bowie's music completely secret. The conversation also explores Tony's long creative relationship with Bowie, from The Man Who Sold The World and Heathen to Blackstar and Scary Monsters. Tony discusses Bowie's voice, his constant reinvention, the secrecy around his later recordings, the creative vitality of Blackstar, and why Scary Monsters became his favourite Bowie album to work on. Elsewhere, Tony looks back on Marc Bolan and T. Rex, explaining the difference between Bolan's fast, instinctive studio approach and Bowie's more meticulous creative process. He also shares memories of working with Thin Lizzy and Phil Lynott, describing Phil's presence in the studio, his bass playing, and the brotherhood within the band. Tony also talks about the Bowie archive, Glenn Gregory singing Bowie without impersonating him, what younger artists should understand beyond Bowie's image and fashion, and what it means for Holy Holy to keep Bowie's music alive with love. Listen to more XS Noize Podcast episodes: https://www.xsnoize.com Subscribe / follow for weekly in-depth music interviews.

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Rosa Walton on 'Tell Me It's A Dream,' Let's Eat Grandma and Cyberpunk 2077 (#290)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 33:06


Rosa Walton joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss her debut solo album, Tell Me It's A Dream, out now via Transgressive Records. Best known as one half of Let's Eat Grandma alongside Jenny Hollingworth, Rosa steps into a bold new chapter with her most personal and expansive work to date — a record full of light, colour, open skies, friendship, dreams and emotional honesty. In this conversation, Rosa talks about why Tell Me It's A Dream did not feel like a solo project made to prove a point, but rather a natural space to explore songs that did not quite fit inside Let's Eat Grandma. She reflects on making music outside the band, developing a different vocal style, writing constantly, and how the album became a world of its own. Rosa also discusses working with Sam E Yamaha, recording in Wales at StudiOwz, and co-producing the album with David Wrench, whose long creative relationship with Rosa helped make the process feel safe, open and freeing. The conversation also explores songs including "Sorry Anyway," "Prettier Things," "Heart To Heartbreak" and "Halfway Round The World," as well as Jenny Hollingworth appearing as Jenny On Holiday on "Prettier Things." Elsewhere, Rosa reflects on the huge life of "I Really Want To Stay At Your House" from Cyberpunk 2077, why the song's success felt disorientating, and how she separated that moment from the guitar-led world of Tell Me It's A Dream. As Rosa says in the episode, if Tell Me It's A Dream was a place, it would be a vast, freeing, dreamlike landscape in the sky — with ice cream. Listen to episode #290 of the XS Noize Podcast with Rosa Walton.

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Dea Matrona on 'Hate That I Care,' Self-Producing and Creative Independence (#289)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 24:20


Belfast rock duo Dea Matrona join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss their second album, Hate That I Care — a bold, more personal and self-assured new chapter for Mollie McGinn and Orláith Forsythe. Written, recorded and produced entirely by the band, Hate That I Care finds Dea Matrona leaning further into alt-rock while exploring vulnerability, identity, pressure, friendship, self-production and the feeling of not fitting neatly into other people's expectations. In this conversation, Mollie and Orláith look back on what they learned from their debut album, For Your Sins, how that record helped them understand who Dea Matrona were, and why Hate That I Care feels like the album where they are now telling people who they really are. They discuss the title track, which Mollie describes as being written to herself, the exhaustion of masking emotions, and how the album became a way of processing difficult feelings through songwriting. The conversation also explores "My Own Party" and the powerful line "always feeling like an outsider at my own party," the heavier emotional world of "John Doe," the deeply personal story behind "Aisling," and the moment "Magic Spell" helped unlock the direction of the record. Mollie and Orláith also talk about producing the album themselves, writing and finishing music while on tour, their creative partnership, the early school-day rivalry that turned into a band, and how they continue to push each other as writers, musicians and producers. They also reflect on Dea Matrona's journey from busking in Belfast to playing Reading and Leeds, Electric Picnic and Rock Werchter, touring with The Beaches, and preparing to join Sting on tour across Europe. As Orláith says near the end of the conversation: "For Your Sins was introducing who we are, and Hate That I Care is telling you who we are." Listen to episode #289 of the XS Noize Podcast with Dea Matrona.

The XS Noize Podcast
Danny McNamara on Embrace's New Album 'Avalanche' and Why Life Doesn't Wait (#288)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 51:29


Danny McNamara from Embrace joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss the band's new album Avalanche, 30 years of Embrace, and why he feels more inspired now than ever. In this conversation, Danny reflects on the band's landmark debut The Good Will Out, the huge comeback with Out Of Nothing, and why new music — not nostalgia — is still what drives him. Danny also talks about the life lesson running through Avalanche: life doesn't wait for you to be ready. He discusses marriage, fatherhood, learning to live in the moment, and how those changes have reshaped his songwriting. Elsewhere, Danny opens up about songs including "Road To Nowhere," "Up In Your Feelings," "Pure O," "Get Out Of My Own Way" and "Coming Home," as well as his creative relationship with his brother Richard McNamara, the stories Embrace fans share with him, and why this chapter feels like a beginning rather than a look back. Listen to episode #288 of the XS Noize Podcast with Danny McNamara from Embrace.

The XS Noize Podcast
The Hoosiers on Compassion, Joy, Self-Belief & Starting Again (#287)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 39:04


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers to discuss their new album Compassion. The band first broke through in 2007 with their debut album The Trick to Life, featuring huge singles including "Worried About Ray" and "Goodbye Mr A." But this conversation is not just about looking back. It is about where The Hoosiers are now — creatively, personally and emotionally. Irwin and Alan talk about making Compassion, the ideas behind the record, rediscovering joy, holding on to self-belief, and what it means to meet the world with more humanity after years of change, pressure and experience. They also reflect on friendship, survival, the band's journey, the lessons learned along the way, and why this new chapter feels so important. The full video version of this conversation is available on the XS Noize YouTube channel. The XS Noize Podcast is an independent, long-form music interview series hosted by Mark Millar, featuring in-depth conversations with artists, songwriters, producers and cultural figures about the stories behind the music. Listen/watch and follow XS Noize: Website: xsnoize.com

The XS Noize Podcast
Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film (#286)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 41:09


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker's classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert looks back on life before the film, his musical roots, fronting his own band Housebroken, and how his sister first introduced him to Roddy Doyle's book. He reflects on why he initially saw The Commitments as a possible distraction from his music, before becoming the face and voice of one of the most beloved music films ever made. In this warm and honest conversation, Robert talks about working with Alan Parker, finding Jimmy Rabbitte's natural Dublin rhythm, the humour and energy that still make the film resonate, and the moment he realised The Commitments had become much bigger than just a film. He also shares brilliant behind-the-scenes stories from the shoot, including Van Morrison auditioning for Joey "The Lips," memories of the famous bath scene, Johnny Murphy's motorbike mishap, and what fans still say to him more than three decades later. The conversation also goes deeper into what happened after The Commitments — the pressure of sudden fame, travelling to Los Angeles, signing to MCA, working on an unfinished Housebroken album, and the frustration of being recognised as Jimmy Rabbitte when he wanted to be seen as an artist in his own right. Now, Robert is returning to the music with Robert Arkins' Commitments, marking the 35th anniversary of The Commitments with UK and Ireland shows. He talks about bringing those songs back to the stage, adding Detroit and Northern Soul into the live set, and why the audience energy still reminds him of watching the film with a crowd. At its heart, this episode is about music, identity, second chances, and what happens when one role follows you for the rest of your life. Listen to the full episode now.

The XS Noize Podcast
Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters (#285)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 41:36


Nerina Pallot joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss 25 years of music, her new career-spanning collection Fire Escape Symphonies: The Best of Nerina Pallot, and the songs, fans and experiences that have shaped her journey. In this episode, Nerina reflects on looking back across her catalogue, the emotional weight of "Everybody's Gone To War," taking an anti-war song onto Top of the Pops, and why she now hears some of her early songs differently after years of distance. She also talks about not fitting neatly into pop or indie, trusting her instincts, writing for Kylie Minogue, building a direct relationship with fans, and creating Chamber — her new artist-fan app designed as an alternative to algorithm-driven social media. Nerina also discusses her deep connection with her audience, the night fans helped carry a show when she lost her voice, her upcoming Royal Albert Hall performance, and why hope still matters in music. Listen to episode #285 of the XS Noize Podcast with Nerina Pallot now.

Pop Break TV
The Anniversary Brothers - Captain America: Civil War 10th Anniversary

Pop Break TV

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 115:28


Josh and Aaron Sarnecky are here to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Captain America: Civil War. Joining them is special guest Kris Ingersoll, co-host of Batman By The Numbers.Captain America: Civil War is a superhero movie directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and written by Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely. It is the sequel to Captain America: The Winter Soldier and a loose adaptation of the Marvel Comics event series “Civil War” by Mark Millar. It opened in theaters on May 6, 2016. In the film, Captain America (Chris Evans) must clear the Winter Soldier's (Sebastian Stan) name after a bombing at a United Nations summit. Complicating matters is the UN's Sokovia Accords, restricting the actions of the Avengers. The Accords cause a schism in the team, with those for led by Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) and those against led by Captain America. Pulling each's strings is the mysterious Zemo (Daniel Brühl).Other heroes include Black Panther (Chadwick Boseman), Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen), Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner), Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Black Window (Scarlett Johansson), Falcon (Anthony Mackie), Vision (Paul Bettany), War Machine (Don Cheadle), and Spider-Man (Tom Holland). Additional characters include Secretary of State Thaddeus Ross (William Hurt), CIA agents Sharon Carter (Emily VanCamp) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman), and Aunt May (Marisa Tomei).Captain America: Civil War was the highest-grossing film of 2016, making over $1.1 billion on a $250 million budget and received mostly positive reviews.Aaron, Josh, and Kris talk about their relationships with the movie before going into its plot, characters, and action. They also discuss the legacy of the film.For more Captain America, you can listen to Aaron and Josh's podcasts on Captain America: The First Avenger and Captain America: The Winter Soldier.Captain America: Civil War is streaming on Disney+

Skylight Books Author Reading Series
SKYLIT: Ted Adams, THE ULTIMATES: AN EXPLORATION (MARVEL AGE OF COMICS)

Skylight Books Author Reading Series

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 45:20


In the early 2000s, Marvel Comics decided to create a new line of books that would set aside four decades of continuity and offer modern readers fresh entry points into their classic characters. The Ultimates was their new Avengers title that would prove enormously influential, helping shape the future of the superhero genre - in comics, in movies, and on TV. In this episode, IDW Publishing co-founder Ted Adams discusses his new book, which examines the combined work of Ultimates writer Mark Millar and artists Bryan Hitch, Andrew Currie, and Paul Neary to revitalize these characters - and their stories - for the 21st Century. Hosted and produced by Justin Remer.  Recorded remotely via Zencastr.  If you like podcasts, maybe you would enjoy audiobooks too. Please check out the Skylight Books Podcast playlist of audiobooks featured in our recent Skylit author interviews, on Libro.fm.  Opening music: "Optimism (Instrumental)" by Duck the Piano Wire.  Closing music: "Rule of 3s (Solemnity Child)" by Elastic No-No Band. 

Nördigt
526. Den om Mats-mys-spelen Hozy, Outbound, Motorslice, lite Arc Raiders, Invincible S4, Maul Shadow Lord, Gary och Radiant Black

Nördigt

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 123:04


Denna kortvecka har Mats letat sig ut till vår så kallade Studio 2 ute i Tyresö för att podda tillsammans med och hemma hos DupoKjellin!  När Jonas är på Italien-semester spelas det in hemmapodd och efter att ha vadat igenom senaste veckans nyheter i nördarnas underbara värld berättar Mats om tre stycken mys-spel av olika kvalitet! Heminrednings-städ-simulatorn Hozy får fina rekommendationer, vilket dock inte kan sägas om spelet Outbound som skapade mer besvikelse och missnöje, medan spelet Motorslice hamnar någonstans mittemellan. Därefter kan Vanne inte låta bli att snacka lite Arc Raiders med Mats som får sig en liten uppdatering i spelet de båda älskar att hata att älska. Sedan prisar Peter såväl säsong 4 av Invincible som Maul: Shadow Lord, varav båda animerade verk får sälar så det skriker om det. Dessutom hyllar Mats det lilla mellanavsnittet "Gary" utav serien The Bear som dök upp nästan från ingenstans i väntan på den sista femte säsongen som kommer i sommar. Slutligen ger Kjellin ett comicstips i vakumet av Invincible i form av (också) Image Comics-utgivna Radiant Black, samt svarar på ett lyssnarmail (i Toves frånvaro, modigt) med en handfull Wolverine-comics-tips i väntan på Insomniac-spelet som släpps i höst. Dessa är: - Wolverine  #1-3 (1988) av Chris Claremont & John Buscema (med Madripoor, Patch mm.) - Marvel Comics Presents #72-84 (1991) av Barry Windsor-Smith (med Weapon X) - X-Men #4-7 (1991) av John Byrne & Jim Lee (med Team X, Omega Red, The Hand mm.) - Wolverine: Enemy of the State vol.3 #20-24 (2024) av Mark Millar & JRJr. (med the Hand mm.) Sen måste Mats åka och jobba på riktigt! Tack & Förlåt! Puss Hej!

The XS Noize Podcast
Broken Social Scene on "Remember The Humans," grief and why music still saves people (#284)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 52:54


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin of Broken Social Scene to discuss the band's new album, Remember The Humans. Kevin and Charles talk about where the title came from, how a joke about AI ended up capturing the emotional centre of the record, and why Broken Social Scene returned now with their first new studio album in nearly a decade. They also discuss reuniting with producer David Newfeld, the shared grief that shaped the album, the "enjoyable PTSD" of getting the band back together, and the beauty and difficulty of collaboration inside a band built on so many voices. The conversation also touches on songs including "Not Around Anymore," "The Call," "Briefest Kiss" and "Relief," the documentary It's All Going To Break, the Toronto music scene, and why music still has the power to connect, heal and keep people going. Remember The Humans is released via City Slang in the UK/EU and Arts & Crafts in North America. Follow / subscribe to the XS Noize Podcast for more in-depth conversations with artists, songwriters and music legends.  

The Real BBC
#151 - 18th July 2023 - The Real BBC w/ Mark Millar!! Snow Brown, Box Office Craziness!!

The Real BBC

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 200:43


Watch it here: https://youtu.be/eEtrmbyOUBo

The Real BBC
#172 - 12th December 2023 - The Real BBC: Doctor Who Ends as a Joke, Mark Millar Destroys Cancel Pigs!!

The Real BBC

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 194:05


Watch it here: https://youtu.be/rR3V0gU-95E

The XS Noize Podcast
Deb Googe & Cara Tivey on da Googie, The Golden Thread & My Bloody Valentine (#283)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 38:33


Deb Googe and Cara Tivey join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to discuss The Golden Thread — their debut full-length album together as da Googie + Cara Tivey. da Googie is the solo project of Deb Googe, best known as the bass player in My Bloody Valentine and Thurston Moore Group. Cara Tivey is a pianist and composer whose career includes work with Billy Bragg, Everything But The Girl, Blur, Au Pairs and The Lilac Time. In this episode, Deb and Cara talk about bringing The Golden Thread to Belfast as part of the Oh Yeah Presents immersive series, where the music becomes visual as well as sonic. They discuss how the collaboration began, how Cara's piano changed the shape of da Googie, and how improvised pieces were reshaped into finished songs. They also reflect on creative ownership after decades of working inside other people's music, the challenge of performing the material live, the physical force of My Bloody Valentine, women in alternative music, and why there is no grand master plan for what comes next. For the Belfast performance, The Golden Thread will be presented as an immersive live event at the Oh Yeah Centre, co-produced by Oh Yeah Presents and CQAF. The visuals have been designed by Deb Googe and will be operated and installed by The Fully Automatic Model. Listen to episode #283 of the XS Noize Podcast now. Follow XS Noize: Website: xsnoize.com Instagram: @xsnoizemusic Facebook: XS Noize X: @xsnoizemusic YouTube: @thexsnoizepodcast

The XS Noize Podcast
Glen Hansard on Don+t Settle - (Vol 1 Transmissions East), Bob Dylan, Busking and Capturing Songs in the Moment (#282)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 57:38


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live album, Don+t Settle - (Vol 1 Transmissions East). Recorded at Berlin's historic Funkhaus with his road-hardened live band, the album brings together songs from Glen's solo career, The Frames and The Swell Season, captured with almost no fixes. Rather than a standard live album or greatest-hits collection, Don+t Settle - (Vol 1 Transmissions East) feels like an artist taking stock in the present — revisiting songs from different stages of his life and finding new meaning in them. Glen talks about the rain-soaked show in The Hague that sparked the idea, bringing the audience onto the stage, reintroducing himself as a rock musician, and why the rawness and imperfections of the performances were essential to the record. The conversation also goes far beyond the new album. Glen reflects on writing "Didn't He Ramble" for his father, why "Carrickfergus" made the record, the Bob Dylan cassette that changed his life, and what busking taught him about holding an audience. He also looks back on The Commitments, Once, being recognised as Outspan in the street, Bob Dylan phoning after his Oscar win, and the growth of Dublin's Christmas Eve Busk. It's a generous, open and thoughtful conversation about music, family, memory, performance, and why this new chapter feels less like looking back and more like planting a flag in the present. Listen to episode #282 of the XS Noize Podcast now. Follow / subscribe to the XS Noize Podcast for more in-depth conversations with artists, songwriters and music legends.

The XS Noize Podcast
Miles Hunt on 40 Years of The Wonder Stuff, Burnout, Vent 414 and Starting Over (#281)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 57:06


Miles Hunt joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to reflect on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff — from the band's rise through the late '80s and early '90s to what it means to still be carrying it forward today. With The Wonder Stuff set for a major 40th anniversary UK tour in October 2026, Miles looks back on audience loyalty, writing the early records, the impact of albums including HUP, Never Loved Elvis and Construction for the Modern Idiot, and why the band still feels like a real band rather than a nostalgia act. He also talks about burnout, the point where life in the band started to feel heavier than it should, how Vent 414 gave him a different creative outlet, and what he learned from stepping away from music to work in a brewery. It's a warm, funny and insightful conversation about songwriting, survival, creative restlessness and starting over. In this episode, Miles Hunt talks about: 40 years of The Wonder Stuff audience loyalty and the bond with fans writing the early records HUP, Never Loved Elvis and Construction for the Modern Idiot wider success and changing audiences burnout and the band's first split why The Wonder Stuff still feels like a real band Vent 414 and the new album Second Things Can Change and creative exhaustion working in a brewery after music patience, ageing and starting over About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.

Marvel Versus Marvel
Ultimate X-Men - The 2001 Reboot Of Marvel's Mutants

Marvel Versus Marvel

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 127:20


The 90's were a bad decade for Marvel's Mutants, and it took some seismic changes and bold creative risks to save the franchise, the biggest being the 2001 reboot of the franchise - Ultimate X-Men! Marvel Comics hit the reset button and created a brand new imagining of Xavier, Magneto, Wolverine, Cyclops, Jean Grey, and the rest of the X-Men's huge cast of characters. Mark Millar and Andy Kubert re-imagined Marvel's mutants and positioned them in the middle of a world in the shadow of the 9/11 attacks and waging a war that violated a lot of personal rights. Social and political satire wrapped up in a sci-fi package! Every month on Patreon we take a special deep-dive into a Marvel comic book, event, or timeline to examine all the highs and lows of the Marvel Universe. To celebrate our 6th Anniversary we're releasing this episode from behind the paywall. For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk

The XS Noize Podcast
Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T'Pau (#280)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 34:39


Carol Decker joins Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to talk about T'Pau's return with Be Wonderful — the band's first album of original material since Pleasure and Pain in 2015. In this candid conversation, Carol reflects on the long gap between records, reconnecting creatively with Ronnie Rogers, and what finally brought her back into the right headspace to make new music again. She also looks back on the rise of T'Pau, the success of Bridge of Spies, the story behind "China In Your Hand", and the difficult years when everything changed. A warm, honest conversation about success, heartbreak, survival, and finding your way back. In this episode, Carol Decker talks about: – The making of Be Wonderful – Why it took so long for T'Pau to make another studio album – Writing and recording again with Ronnie Rogers – The difference between major label backing and doing everything in-house – The stories behind "Read My Lips", "Stupid Love Song" and "Casual Remark" – The real meaning behind "China In Your Hand" – T'Pau's breakthrough in the UK and America – The personal and professional fallout of the early '90s – The 80s revival and why those songs still connect today About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.  

The XS Noize Podcast
The Boxer Rebellion on 'The Second I'm Asleep' and 25 years together (#279)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 46:41


The Boxer Rebellion join Mark Millar on the XS Noize Podcast to talk about The Second I'm Asleep, their first full-length studio album since 2018. In this episode, Nathan Nicholson and Piers Hewitt discuss the six-year gap between records, the reset the band needed, and how the new album came together through a more instinctive, less overthought creative process. They talk about writing quickly, trusting the songs sooner, and why The Second I'm Asleep feels more immediate, spacious and human. The conversation also explores lyrical themes on tracks like "Flowers in the Water" and "Hidden Meanings," alongside wider reflections on self-doubt, growth, and the passing of time. Elsewhere, Nathan and Piers look back on key albums including Exits, Union and Ghost Alive, speak about long-term independence, family life, and the realities of keeping a band together for 25 years. In this episode: – The Second I'm Asleep – the six-year gap between albums – songwriting and lyrical evolution – independence and longevity – family life, touring, and staying creative – key memories from Exits, Union and Ghost Alive About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.  

The XS Noize Podcast
The Dandy Warhols: Courtney Taylor-Taylor on Dig!, Pin Ups & the "Assassination Piece" (#278)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2026 48:36


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Courtney Taylor-Taylor — frontman of The Dandy Warhols — to talk about Pin Ups and the real story behind the Dig! documentary. Pin Ups brings together a collection of covers spanning the band's journey — but as Courtney explains, it feels less like a traditional covers album and more like a "3D map of the band's DNA," shaped by instinct, influence, and reinterpretation. But this conversation goes much further. Courtney opens up about the Dig! era — and why he describes the film as an "assassination piece" — reflecting on how it reshaped public perception of the band at a crucial moment, and what it took to rebuild from it. He also talks about the difference between art and entertainment, the instinctive way The Dandy Warhols create music, and how a song can evolve to the point where it becomes entirely your own. Along the way, he reflects on the influences that shaped the band's sound — including The Cult — the breakthrough of 13 Tales From Urban Bohemia, and how they've managed to stay true to themselves over time. This is an honest conversation about creativity, perception, and reclaiming your narrative. About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.

La Órbita De Endor - podcast-
WANTED (Se busca) – La sesión golfa de EXTRA ÓRBITA - Episodio exclusivo para mecenas

La Órbita De Endor - podcast-

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2026 232:27


Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! WANTED (Se busca) es una de esas peliculitas que, sin ser gran cosa y ofreciendo una acción fantasmagórica y difícil de creer, nos presentaba una historia dinámica y divertida de ésas a las que no podemos pedirle más. A pesar de llevar la chaqueta de la «adaptación» de un cómic de mismo título guionizado por Mark Millar, lo cierto es que la película no tiene la intención de trasladar a imagen real ni una sola viñeta y, por lo menos por aquí, lo celebramos (aunque sabemos que no todo el mundo comparte nuestra opinión). Hoy, junto a Albert PR17, Lord Pelayo, Salva Vargas y Antonio Runa, prepárate a dar efecto de curva a las balas, verle el trasero a la doble de cuerpo de Angelina Jolie, la tripa cervecera a Chris Pratt, a Morgan Freeman haciendo de malo y bueno en la misma película y un James McAvoy muy pasota a principio y muy speedico después. El podcast mola. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

First Print - Podcast comics de référence
Front Page : l'actualité comics de mars 2026 #2 (sur 3) !

First Print - Podcast comics de référence

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 131:25


L'émission Front Page est une revue d'actualité qui s'intéresse à tout ce qui touche le monde de la bande dessinée américaine (comics) du côté des Etats-Unis comme de la France, ainsi qu'à ses adaptations tous médias confondus. Le podcast est une série régulière chez First Print et revient au rythme de trois épisodes par mois, hors contenus spéciaux. Ce Front Page est le deuxième podcast consacré à l'actualité comics du mois de mars 2026.REJOIGNEZ NOUS SUR DISCORD !!Le podcast est sponsorisé par Pulps et on vous propose un "Focus Pulps" chaque mois ! Découvrez une sélection de comics VO à prix de lancement !Le Focus Pulp's de mars 2026 : Dog Tag / Skate Ali / OdinTrès bonne écoute à vous, et à bientôt pour le prochain podcast !Le ProgrammeCOMICSBilquis Evely présente au salon du livres parisPuppy Knights est de retour chez Kinaye !Derek Laufman et James Burks de retour aux Aventuriers d'AilleursAprès In Waves, AJ Dungo de retour chez Casterman avec Skating WilderSolodolo, une nouvelle maison d'édition (avec du comics dedans)Deicidium de Ram V, Evan Cagle et Anand RK enfin dévoilé Altered States : un nouveau crossover de Red Sonja sur mars Blood of the Wolfman, nouvelle entrée des Universal Monsters par l'équipe de RoguesLe nouveau Shaolin Cowboy enfin daté chez Dark Horse !Beast of Boriken agrandit le label True Weird de Tynion IVStar-Crossed : le crossover spatial de Mark Millar enfin annoncéDC Comics fait le plein d'Elseworlds TVUne adaptation de Saucer Country en préparationPowers de Brian M. Bendis en série animée chez Netflix !Wonder Man renouvelée pour une saison 2 !CINEMAIn Waves arrivera cet été au cinémaOn pense quoi du trailer de Spider-Man : Brand New Day ?Soutenez First Print - Podcast Comics de Référence sur TipeeeHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

The XS Noize Podcast
Scouting For Girls' Roy Stride on 'These Are The Good Days', wildfires and perspective (#277)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 48:53


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Roy Stride — frontman, songwriter and driving force behind Scouting For Girls — to talk about the band's uplifting new album These Are The Good Days. The album follows 2023's The Place We Used To Meet, which became the band's highest-charting record in eight years. This time, the focus is on perspective — and finding joy in the present moment. Much of the album was shaped by Roy's move to Los Angeles to focus on songwriting — a long-held ambition that took a dramatic turn when he and his family were caught in California's wildfire season and forced to evacuate, expecting to lose everything. That experience became the emotional core of both the album and its title track. During the conversation, Roy reflects on how that period changed his outlook — leading him to reframe difficult moments as the ones that ultimately define and shape us. In this wide-ranging conversation, he discusses writing and producing the album himself, recording across California, Dublin and the UK with Greg Churchouse and Pete Ellard, and how bringing in guitarist Connor McDonald added a new dimension to the band's sound. The record itself captures that balance — from the high-energy immediacy of Get What You Give to the orchestral closer Alright In The End, alongside more reflective moments like Stars Never Fade and Don't You Go Solo. Across it all runs a clear theme: optimism, gratitude, and living in the moment. The conversation also looks back at the band's journey — from their 3x Platinum, chart-topping debut through a run of hits including This Ain't A Love Song, She's So Lovely, Elvis Ain't Dead and Heartbeat — and how they've sustained that connection with audiences over nearly two decades. Along the way, Roy shares insights into his songwriting process, the role of collaboration, and why his children have become his most honest critics. Whether you've followed Scouting For Girls from the start or are discovering them now, this is an honest, uplifting conversation about perspective, creativity and making the most of the time you have. About The XS Noize Podcast Hosted by Mark Millar, the XS Noize Podcast features in-depth conversations with some of the most influential artists in modern music. With over 270 episodes, guests have included Steve Lillywhite, Matt Berninger, Gary Numan, Peter Hook, Bernard Butler, The Charlatans, Sleaford Mods, Snow Patrol, Elbow, Travis and many more. New episodes drop weekly.

The Reel Rejects
WANTED (2008) MOVIE REVIEW - THIS SLAPS WAY HARDER THAN WE EXPECTED! - FIRST TIME WATCHING!

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 12:47


CURVE THE BULLET!!! Go to https://PIAVPN.com/ReelRejects to get 83% off from our sponsor Private Internet Access with 4 months free! Wanted Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Gift Someone (Or Yourself) An RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 The Scream Queens return to their Kick-Ass vibes, giving their WANTED reaction, recap, commentary, analysis, breakdown, & spoiler review!! Roxy Striar & Tara Erickson react to and review Wanted (2008), the high-octane action thriller directed by Timur Bekmambetov (Night Watch, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter) and based on the graphic novel by Mark Millar. Known for its stylized action and over-the-top set pieces, the film delivers a unique twist on the assassin genre with its signature “curving bullets” and adrenaline-fueled storytelling. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UK Health Radio Podcast
89: Lean into Clean with Jarvis Smith - Episode 89

UK Health Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 45:57


Episode 89 - Mark Millar, battery storage expert and CEO and Founder of Puredrive Energy, a Duracell licensee, launched the company in 2016 to deliver high-performance home batteries that reduce energy costs and carbon footprints.Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

The XS Noize Podcast
The Twilight Sad: James Graham & Andy MacFarlane on 'It's The Long Goodbye' (#276)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 59:56


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with James Graham and Andy MacFarlane — the creative core of Scottish band The Twilight Sad — to talk about their powerful sixth album It's The Long Goodbye. Written across a seven-year period, the album became the band's most personal and emotionally direct record to date. Much of it was shaped during a difficult chapter in James Graham's life as he navigated his mother's illness, his own struggles with mental health, and the weight of grief and loss. During the conversation, James and Andy reflect on the long journey behind the record — from early demos developed during lockdown to the moment the songs finally came together as a cohesive album. They also discuss their close relationship with Robert Smith of The Cure, who contributes guitar and six-string bass to several tracks after years of friendship and touring together. Along the way, the band look back at their early years, the evolution of their sound over two decades, and how songwriting helped transform personal experiences into music that connects deeply with listeners. Listen to the XS Noize Podcast: https://linktr.ee/xsnoizemusicpodcast

You Don't Know Lit
297. Batman vs Superman

You Don't Know Lit

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 49:29


Batman: The Dark Knight Returns by Frank Miller (1986) vs Superman: Red Son by Mark Millar (2003)

History's Greatest Idiots
The Millars Episode: Redemption and Controversy in Cycling and Comics (Season 6 Episode 18)

History's Greatest Idiots

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 102:34


This week on History's Greatest Idiots (Featuring Peter of In The Wheels), we explore two Scottish success stories: cyclist David Millar's fall from grace and redemption, and comic writer Mark Millar's controversial rise to Hollywood riches.Born 4th January 1977 in Malta, David Millar burst onto cycling's scene in 2000, winning the Tour de France prologue and wearing the yellow jersey. He won four Tour stages and became the first British rider to wear the leader's jersey in all three Grand Tours.On 23rd June 2004, whilst dining in Biarritz, French police arrested Millar. They found empty EPO phials and syringes. Millar confessed to doping in 2001 and 2003. He was banned for two years, stripped of his 2003 World Championship, and fired by Cofidis.Returning in 2006, Millar transformed into cycling's most vocal anti-doping advocate. He served on WADA's Athlete Committee, became peloton spokesperson during Operación Puerto, and proved he could win clean with stages in the Vuelta, Giro, and a 2012 Tour victory. He achieved almost identical results in both halves of his career, retiring in 2014.Born 24th December 1969 in Coatbridge, Mark Millar became one of comics' most successful and divisive figures. After The Authority and The Ultimates (Time's "comic book of the decade"), Millar created Millarworld, designing properties to sell to Hollywood. Wanted, Kick-Ass, and Kingsman became films before issues appeared. Netflix purchased Millarworld in 2017.Critical reception has been harsh. Old Man Logan was called "grotesque" and "without substance", Kick-Ass criticised for undermining its premise, Nemesis dismissed as shock value. When asked about using assaults as a plot device, Millar said: "The ultimate act that would be the taboo, to show how bad some villain is..."Politically, Millar supported Brexit as a path to Scottish independence, then resigned from Labour in 2025, calling Keir Starmer's government "nightmarish, totalitarian."Two Millars. One rebuilt his reputation through honesty. The other built a Hollywood empire on controversy.David Millar: From Yellow Jersey to Prison CellMark Millar: Comics, Controversy and Self-Promotion⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/HistorysGreatestIdiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/historysgreatestidiots⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Artist: Sarah Chey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fiverr.com/sarahchey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Damon Minchella on Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller & 'You'd Look Good on a Donkey'

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 54:43


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Damon Minchella — founder of Ocean Colour Scene, longtime bass player for Paul Weller, and collaborator with Richard Ashcroft — to talk about his candid and often hilarious memoir You'd Look Good on a Donkey. Across a musical life that has ricocheted between some of the biggest names in music — from Paul McCartney and Jimmy Page to Diana Ross, Dr. John and The Who — Minchella has built a career full of extraordinary stories, unlikely encounters, and a deep love of music that runs through everything he does. During the conversation, Damon reflects on the creation of You'd Look Good on a Donkey, a memoir that captures the highs, chaos, humour and survival instincts required to navigate life in the music industry. In this wide-ranging conversation, Damon opens up about the early days of Ocean Colour Scene, the Birmingham music scene that shaped the band, and how their sound developed during the Britpop era. He also shares memories of working closely with Paul Weller — one of Britain's most influential songwriters — and what he learned from being inside Weller's musical world for so many years. The conversation explores the realities of band life, the strange rhythm of touring and recording, and the delicate balance between personal life and the pressures that come with a career in music. Along the way, Damon discusses the process of writing the book itself — revisiting decades of experiences that range from hilarious and absurd to deeply personal — and explains why honesty and self-reflection were essential to telling the story properly. Whether you're a fan of Ocean Colour Scene, interested in the behind-the-scenes realities of the music industry, or simply enjoy a great rock memoir, this conversation offers an entertaining and revealing look at a life spent in and around music. Related topics: Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller, Richard Ashcroft, Britpop, rock memoirs, British rock history, You'd Look Good on a Donkey About The XS Noize Podcast With more than 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Steve Lillywhite, Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for in-depth conversations with the artists who shape modern music.

The XS Noize Podcast
Steve Lillywhite on Producing U2 — From Boy to Achtung Baby (#274)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 59:43


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with legendary U2 producer Steve Lillywhite to discuss his work on landmark albums including Boy, War, The Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby, All That You Can't Leave Behind, How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, and No Line on the Horizon. Across a career spanning more than four decades, Lillywhite has worked with some of the most influential artists in modern music. But his work with U2 — from their earliest recordings through some of their biggest albums — helped define the sound of one of the world's most important bands. During the conversation, Lillywhite reflects on the creative environment around Achtung Baby, one of the most influential records in U2's catalogue, and explains what a producer actually does in the studio — describing his role as the "captain of the ship" guiding a band through the creative process of making an album. He shares memories of first encountering U2 before the mythology existed, when four young musicians from Dublin were still discovering their identity — and explains why he immediately sensed something different about them. The conversation explores the band's creative evolution across landmark albums including Boy, War, The Joshua Tree, Achtung Baby, All That You Can't Leave Behind, How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb, and No Line on the Horizon, and how U2's sound developed in the studio over the years. Lillywhite also offers insights into the craft of record production — from capturing the distinctive guitar sound of The Edge to shaping Bono's vocal performances and finding the emotional centre of a song. Along the way, he reflects on the collaborative nature of the studio, the controlled chaos of working alongside producers like Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois and Flood, and the moments when a record suddenly comes alive. Whether you're a U2 fan, a musician, or simply fascinated by the craft of record-making, this conversation offers a rare look inside the creative process behind some of the most iconic albums of the last forty years. About The XS Noize Podcast With more than 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for in-depth conversations with the artists who shape modern music.

Captain America Comic Book Fans
#281: Writer Christos Gage Talks Civil War!

Captain America Comic Book Fans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 61:30


Writer Christos Gage joins the show to chat about his upcoming CIVIL WAR: UNMASKED series, as well as his previous Civil War one-shot, IRON MAN/ CAPTAIN AMERICA: CASUALTIES OF WAR, and his Cap video games. He shares how writing for video games differs from comics or screenwriting, how Chris Evans used his fighting sequence in Winter Soldier, whether Mark Millar's Civil War Cap was similar to his Ultimate Cap and much more!Connect with Christos at https://christosgage.comWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/U4EyLjFR1kcLove the show? Help support with a one-time donation or become a member and get cool perks! https://buymeacoffee.com/capcomicfansConnect with Rick & Bob and fellow Cap fans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/captainamericacomicbookfans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please subscribe, rate and review! Here are FREE and FAST ways you can support the show: https://tinyurl.com/y6kyu9nhEmail questions to CapComicFans@gmail.comOur home page is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://captainamericacomicbookfans.com⁠

The XS Noize Podcast
Zak & Matty of The Dream Machine on Fort Perch Rock (#273)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 19:17


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Zak and Matty from The Dream Machine to talk about Fort Perch Rock — the band's third studio album and a record shaped by instinct, friendship and a deep connection to place. Formed in 2021, the band first emerged with their 2022 debut Thank God! It's The Dream Machine, followed by 2024's James Skelly-produced Small Time Monsters. With Fort Perch Rock, they move further into their own identity — self-produced and recorded between studios on the Wirral and in Liverpool. Built with a DIY spirit, Fort Perch Rock leans into creative freedom. Zak and Matty discuss embracing a hands-on production approach, allowing songs to evolve naturally rather than chasing polish for its own sake. The local environment plays a strong role in the record's atmosphere, grounding it in memory, shared experience and the energy of the Wirral and Liverpool music communities. In this conversation, they reflect on their songwriting process — how ideas often begin with a riff or a feeling before being shaped collaboratively. They also talk about balancing nostalgia with originality, making music primarily for themselves rather than trends, and why live performance remains central to how their songs continue to grow and connect with audiences. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 270 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here.

Comadres y Comics Podcast
Episode 275:  Death To Pachuco 

Comadres y Comics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 69:17


Please remember to rate and review our podcast!Check out your YouTube channel @comadresycomics  CHISME DE LA SEMANA: Farewell James Van Der Beek.  A new Star Wars and Avengers crossover in the works Marvel Comics is working with Mark Millar!ON MY RADAR: WADE WILSON: DEADPOOL # 1 - DANGEROUS. UNHINGED. DEADLY. Deadpool is a man on the brink, and that means the jobs are deadlier, the stakes are higher, and the humor is darker than ever before. But Wade Wilson isn't laughing. A dark memory haunts Deadpool, as a mysterious client leads him down a troubling path. This way lies redemption? No, something far worse. Wade can never be forgiven for what he's done... the new ongoing series begins!BOOK REVIEW: Death To Pachuco TP By Henry Barajas By (artist) Rachel Merrill and Lee Loughridge @henryjbarajas @ohhhaeee @leeloughridge EN LA LIBRERÍA:  Passing in the Night: A Queer Romance Fantasy Graphic Novel - An urban fantasy queer romance comic about two star-crossed lovers: a medical resident, and a woman who turns into a flying lizard.  http://kck.st/46ydhYF JUNTOS Y FUERTES: The Comic Den - My mission is to illuminate the transformative power of comics, fostering a love for reading and learning, and inspiring the next generation to rise above their circumstances and reach their full potential. www.thecomicdenllc.com @thecomicden 4912 W. Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90056SALUDOS:  Them Processed Goods @them_processed_goodswww.themprocessedgoods.comFollow us on socials @comadresycomics Visit our website comadresycomics.comProduced by Comadres y Comics Podcast

The XS Noize Podcast
Archive's Dave Pen on 'Glass Minds' and 30 Years of Evolution (#272)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 50:34


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dave Pen of Archive to talk about Glass Minds — the band's 13th studio album and a bold new chapter in a 30-year journey defined by reinvention, collaboration and creative risk. Formed in Croydon, South London in 1994, Archive have evolved from trip-hop pioneers into one of Europe's most respected alternative collectives. Glass Minds, released Friday 27th February 2026 via Dangervisit through [PIAS], follows the ambitious 2022 triple-album Call to Arms & Angels, which charted Top 10 across Europe and culminated in their biggest headline show to date at Paris' Accor Arena. Produced by Archive alongside long-time collaborator Jerome Devoise, and recorded in Brighton, London and Paris, Glass Minds marks a shift toward a more minimal, down-tempo sound — built on space and emotional weight. New textures emerge through Essex rapper Jimmy Collins on "Heads Are Gonna Roll," while Lisa Mottram shines on the title track and "The Love The Light." At its core is the eight-minute "So Far From Losing You," one of the band's most personal and expansive pieces to date. In this conversation, Dave Pen reflects on joining Archive and becoming part of a true creative collective. He discusses the trust and experimentation that shape the band's process, the evolution of their sound over three decades, embracing AI in the album's visual identity, and why live performance remains the ultimate space where Archive's songs continue to grow and transform. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

Captain America Comic Book Fans
#279: Civil War #1-7 ReCap! (2006) Mark Millar / Steve McNiven

Captain America Comic Book Fans

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 141:27


20 years later... Civil War still has a lasting impact on the Marvel Universe. Guest Jon Waller Sewell joins Rick & Bob as they recap each issue and discuss the story as a whole. What were their thoughts when they first read it? What are they now two decades later? Were they Team Cap or Team Iron Man and... have they switched?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2mL4kGoS1cALove the show? Help support with a one-time donation or become a member and get cool perks! https://buymeacoffee.com/capcomicfansConnect with Rick & Bob and fellow Cap fans at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/captainamericacomicbookfans⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please subscribe, rate and review! Here are FREE and FAST ways you can support the show: https://tinyurl.com/y6kyu9nhEmail questions to CapComicFans@gmail.comOur home page is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://captainamericacomicbookfans.com⁠

The XS Noize Podcast
Robert Levon Been of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Re-Examining Howl (#271)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 41:03


Black Rebel Motorcycle Club's third album Howl was a risk — one that nearly broke the band. In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Robert Levon Been to revisit the record that stripped away the noise and reshaped their identity. Originally released in 2005, Howl arrived as an unexpected curveball. The reverb-drenched guitars and white noise that defined the band's early records were stripped back, replaced with folk, blues and gospel-inspired arrangements built around space, restraint and raw emotion. It was a risk — one that confused some at the time, but has since come to feel essential within the band's catalogue. In this conversation, Robert Levon Been reflects on the creative decisions that shaped the album, the deliberate use of silence and atmosphere, and how stepping away from distortion opened up a deeper emotional register in the songwriting. He discusses the impact of critical reception, the perspective that comes with revisiting the record years later, and what it feels like to bring that material back to life on tour. Robert also shares insights into the band's current creative landscape, highlights key entry points for new listeners, and speaks about protecting the spirit of music in an era driven by speed and algorithms. A thoughtful and reflective conversation about evolution, instinct, and trusting your creative compass — even when it takes you somewhere unexpected. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The XS Noize Podcast
Mark Shaw of Then Jerico on The Return and bringing the band back on stage (#270)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 57:21


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to talk about The Return — a moment that reconnects legacy, live energy, and purpose as the band bring their full show to Ireland for the first time. Watch the full XS Noize Podcast conversation below. Then Jerico are currently touring the UK and Europe, with debut full-band Irish headline shows at Belfast's Limelight 2 on Thursday 19 February and Dublin's Whelan's Main Room on Friday 20 February 2026. The tour features a 90-minute set spanning the band's classic first two albums — First (The Sound of Music) and The Big Area (Outside) — alongside material from Mark Shaw's 1990s solo releases. In this conversation, Mark Shaw reflects on a four-decade journey through success, setbacks, and survival. He talks about the importance of audience connection, shaping setlists that balance momentum with meaning, and the breakthrough impact of Big Area. Shaw also opens up about carrying the legacy of Then Jerico as the sole founder, revisiting early recordings and B-sides with fresh perspective, and why he's still driven to write songs that speak directly to the present moment. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The XS Noize Podcast
Crispian Mills of Kula Shaker on Wormslayer (#269)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 46:58


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills to talk about Wormslayer — a record that captures the band feeling revitalised, confident, and creatively fearless. Watch the full video conversation. Released on 30 January 2026, Wormslayer is Kula Shaker's eighth studio album and sees the original line-up distil their explosive live energy into something cinematic, playful, and expansive. Often described as a natural companion to Natural Magic, the album allows songs to stretch and evolve, blending tight pop instincts with longer, more exploratory moments. In this conversation, Crispian Mills reflects on trust, chemistry, and why the band feels more alive now than at any point in their history. He talks about symbolism and synchronicity, the meaning behind key tracks including Lucky Number, Charge of the Light Brigade, and Broke as Folk, and the idea of creativity as an ongoing quest rather than a destination. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Paul Draper, Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The XS Noize Podcast
Dani Larkin on Next Of Kin (#268)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2026 26:36


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Dani Larkin to talk about Next Of Kin — a deeply emotive record shaped by time, patience, and a renewed sense of creative clarity.  Released on 23 January 2026, Next Of Kin marks a bold progression in Larkin's sound and vision. Co-produced with Ruth O'Mahony Brady, the album expands her acclaimed storytelling into a cinematic, emotionally rich landscape that explores life's most universal milestones — from birth and coming of age to love, loss, and acceptance. Structured as a trilogy, the record moves through distinct phases. Part I traces a journey from darkness toward revelation and youth. Part II sits in the complexity of adulthood, weaving love, fear, doubt, courage, and hope through expansive orchestral arrangements and intimate songwriting. Part III closes with a sense of resolution and homecoming, culminating in the poignant farewell Danny Boy. In this conversation, Larkin reflects on how releasing her debut Notes For A Maiden Warrior during the COVID era shaped her outlook, and why Next Of Kin feels like a true arrival moment. She talks about patience, self-acceptance, and the importance of creating space — both personally and creatively — between records. She also discusses the album's lead single End Of It All, a striking and urgent track that blends industrial drum beats, raw guitar, and a haunting reimagining of Row, Row, Row Your Boat — capturing the contradictions, anxiety, and fragile hope of modern life. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here.  

The XS Noize Podcast
Paul Draper on Mansun Retold: revisiting old songs with new perspective (#267)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 41:50


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Paul Draper to talk about Mansun Retold — a project shaped by distance, perspective, and the strange experience of meeting your younger self through song. Watch the full video conversation. Releasing on 20 February, Mansun Retold sees Draper revisit and reimagine key songs from the Mansun catalogue, rebuilding them from the ground up as full-band, acoustic unplugged recordings. Rather than revisiting the past for nostalgia's sake, the album is about clarity — hearing familiar songs anew, stripped of urgency, ego, and expectation. Recorded at The Loft Studios in Surrey, the album was co-produced by Paul Draper alongside Paul "PDub" Walton (The Cure, U2, Björk, Massive Attack, Oasis). The sessions feature a string quartet arranged and led by Audrey Riley (Muse, Coldplay, Nick Cave), with drums performed by Julian Fenton — Mansun's original early-era drummer. Draper performs acoustic bass, acoustic lead and rhythm guitar, and piano throughout the record. In this conversation, Draper reflects on the emotional weight of returning to songs so closely tied to his own life, how he decided which tracks felt ready to be retold, and the responsibility he feels toward fans who have lived with this music for decades. He also talks about life beyond music, creative fulfilment, and how Mansun Retold is intended to be experienced — not as a retrospective, but as a living record, rooted firmly in the present. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

The XS Noize Podcast
Alexander Wolfe on 'Everythinglessness' and confronting masculinity through music (#266)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 36:44


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Alexander Wolfe to talk about his deeply personal new album Everythinglessness. Watch the full video conversation. Written after a period of intense personal reckoning — including time spent in a mental health rehabilitation facility in 2023 — Everythinglessness explores masculinity, mental health, and emotional survival. Drawing on experiences of depression, anxiety, and ADHD, Wolfe turns vulnerability into something raw, intimate, and quietly powerful. Raised in 1990s Woolwich, Wolfe blends observational grit with cinematic songwriting, using analogue textures, layered harmonies, and stark piano lines to create a record that unfolds like a coming-of-age story — moving through grief, identity, and acceptance. In this conversation, Wolfe reflects on the mindset behind the album, the challenge of expressing softness in a culture shaped by silence and stoicism, and how music became a form of recovery rather than escape. About The XS Noize Podcast With over 250 episodes, the XS Noize Podcast has become a trusted home for music's legends, innovators, and trailblazers — a place where real conversations meet real stories. Hosted by Mark Millar, the show has featured an extraordinary lineup including Sleaford Mods, The Charlatans, Gary "Mani" Mounfield, Glen Matlock, Miles Kane, Matt Berninger, Saint Etienne, D:Ream, Gavin Rossdale, The Farm, Snow Patrol, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, and Michael Head — among many more. Explore the complete XS Noize Podcast archive here. New episodes drop weekly — subscribe for more in-depth conversations with the artists who shape our lives.

Funny, They Don't Look Jewish!
Episode 34 - Jews At War!

Funny, They Don't Look Jewish!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2026 81:56


Our Fighting Forces #150, September 1974“Mark Our Graves”Written by Robert KanigherPenciled and inked by John SeverinEdited by Archie GoodwinWar Is Hell #10, September 1974“The Corridor”Written by Tony Isabella and Chris ClaremontPenciled by Dick AyersInked by Frank SpringerColored by Petra GoldbergLettered by David HuntEdited by Roy ThomasUnknown Soldier #247, January 1981“Season in Hell!”Written by Bob HaneyPenciled by Dick AyersInked by Gerry TalaocColored by Bob LeRoseLettered by Esphidy MahilumEdited by Len WeinSgt. Rock #413, December 1986“I Owe You One”Written by Robert KanigherPenciled by Joe KubertInked and Lettered by Andy KubertColored by Tatjana WoodLettered by David HuntEdited by Murray BoltinoffHonorable Mentions:X-Men: True Friends #3 (November 1999)Chris Claremont and Rick LeonardiKitty Pryde tries to save her family from the HolocaustWolverine (Vol. 3) #32 (September 2005)Mark Millar and Kaare AndrewsWolverine in Sobibor campDominic Fortune #1-4 (August 2009)Howard Chaykin Follow us at https://twitter.com/JewishComicsPod, https://www.facebook.com/jewishcomicspodSubscribe to our youtube channel for a video version - https://www.youtube.com/@jewishcomicspodPlease give us a rating and review at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/funny-they-dont-look-jewish/id1454459953

The XS Noize Podcast
Callum Beattie on new album INDI and trusting his instinct (#265)

The XS Noize Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 45:15


In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar sits down with Callum Beattie to talk about a pivotal moment in his career and his forthcoming album INDI, released January 23rd. After landing two consecutive #1 albums on the Scottish Albums Chart, breaking into the UK Albums Chart with 2023's Vandals, clocking up over 50 million streams, and selling more than 100,000 tickets in Scotland, Callum Beattie's rise has been steady, earned, and unmistakable. That journey reached a major milestone with his sold-out headline show at Glasgow's OVO Hydro, his biggest to date. INDI is his most personal record so far. The album explores inner conflict, self-reflection, and the search for real connection, written with a clarity that comes from trusting instinct rather than chasing expectation. Produced by Joe Cross (Courteeners, The LaFontaines, Louis Tomlinson), the record pairs direct, honest songwriting with a stripped-back confidence that lets the songs breathe. The Hydro show underlined just how far Callum has come, with The Scotsman describing him as "a Caledonian Sam Fender." Rather than a peak moment, it feels like a line drawn — with 2026 set to scale things even further, including a headline show at Edinburgh Castle and a headline slot at Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival. In this conversation, Callum talks openly about writing INDI, the mindset behind the songs, and what it means to arrive at a point where ambition, vulnerability, and belief finally meet. A calm, honest conversation with an artist stepping into his stride. Listen to Mark Millar's in-depth interview with Callum Beattie now on the XS Noize Podcast. Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Podcasts | YouTube

The Fire and Water Podcast Network
Batman Knightcast 47: Legends of the Dark Knight #79

The Fire and Water Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 92:58


Batman roasting on an open fire; Knightcast nipping at your ears... The dynamic hosting duo of Chris Franklin and Ryan Daly have brought special guest Captain Entropy to help them cover a classic* Christmas comic. Join the Trinamic Trio as they discuss Legends of the Dark Knight #79 written by Mark Millar and illustrated by Steve Yeowell and Dick Giordano. After that, Chris and Ryan respond to listener feedback from the last four episodes. * The mid-90s counts as classic. It was 30 years ago. Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/batman-knightcast-2/ Images from this episode: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/batman-knightcast-46-image-gallery/ Subscribe to BATMAN KNIGHTCAST: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/batman-knightcast/id1788229385 Don't use Apple Podcasts? Use this link for your podcast catcher: https://feeds.feedburner.com/knightcast Follow BATMAN KNIGHTCAST on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BatmanKnightcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/batmanknightcast.bsky.social This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Music: “The Batman Theme: Epic Version (feat. Mask of the Phantasm + Imperial March” arranged by Samuel Kim. Check it out on Youtube right here: https://youtu.be/m-AnLl9Vyb8?si=H5SsJPY_L8FMdtG5 Additional music: “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" by Scott Weiland Thanks for listening!