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Behind the MagicLiberation as Legacy: Carrying Our Stories Forward with Anneshia HardyIn this episode, we see what's Behind the Magic of powerhouse Anneshia Hardy—narrative strategist, movement builder, and truth-teller from Montgomery, Alabama. From her days navigating the overwhelmingly white world of finance to becoming the founding executive director of Alabama Values and Alabama Values Progress and co-founder of Blackyard LLC, Anneshia has lived the tension between brilliance and bias—and chose to turn her story into fuel for liberation.
We talk about the blueprint her mother gave her, what it means to name and resist harmful narratives, and how she’s using storytelling as both a survival strategy and a tool f...
2025-10-0654 min
Behind the MagicResilience, Roots & Reinvention: A Conversation with Tarnia GonzoIn this conversation across the pond, I sit down with Tarnia Gonzo, change management AI expert and founder of T&S Consulting in London. Tarnia opens up about her journey from Zimbabwe to the UK at age seven, navigating identity, stereotypes, and perfectionism as an immigrant and Black woman in male-dominated industries.
She shares how family influences: her grandmother’s resilience, her mother’s determination, and her own role as a mother, shaped her approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. Tarnia discusses the challenges of working in white- and male-dominated consultancies, the power of building authentic community, and the pivotal moment when...
2025-09-161h 00
Behind the MagicWhat If Choosing Yourself Was the Revolution? A Love Letter to Black Women with Ameshia ArthurIn this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with licensed therapist and author Ameshia Arthur to unpack her new book, You Are Not Selfish (available on Amazon) — a love letter to Black women everywhere.
Together, we dive into what it really means to center yourself in a world that constantly tells you not to. Ameshia shares her personal healing journey, growing up with a revolutionary mother in Oakland, and how the lessons of care, community, and self-prioritization led her to create work that challenges generational expectations.
This episode is for every Black woman who has ever been told she wa...
2025-08-0659 min
Behind the MagicDeUnna Hendrix: Leading, Healing, and Everything In BetweenI had the pleasure of sitting down with a new friend, DeUnna Hendrix, former Division I head women’s basketball coach turned leadership coach for other coaches and founder of HendriX to Y Coaching. From the outside, her story looks like a lot of wins, titles, rising fast. But what we talked about? The truth underneath it all—what it means to be a Black woman navigating leadership, visibility, and vulnerability in spaces that weren’t built for us.
DeUnna shared about coming out at 15, being the “only” in so many rooms, and having to learn early how to “fawn” to survive—say...
2025-06-241h 00
The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Live Stream May 2025. Topic: “Metallica in Ireland 2026 more than just a Gig”Myself, Danielle, Evan, Letty & Joe of The Metal Cell Forums react to Metallica hitting Dublin for two nights in 2026 with Gojira, Avatar, Pantera & Knocked Loose being brought along for the craic! (Live Stream Podcast recorded in May 26th, 2025.
Metallica is coming back to Ireland in 2026, and we need to talk about it. In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into what this gig means to Irish fans—because let’s be honest, it’s more than just another show. It’s Metallica. In Ireland. Again. For a lot of us, it’s memories of first gigs, old t-shirts, and that fee...
2025-06-091h 25
Behind the MagicBrittany Buford: Refining Expectations and Pushing ForwardI sat down with Brittany Buford, managing partner at Partners In Democracy, the morning after the 2024 election loss—and the energy was heavy. We talked about that gut-punch feeling so many Black women had waking up like, WTF?”
Brittany didn’t sugarcoat a thing. She reminded us that nobody is coming to save Black women—but we’ve never needed saving. We've always been the ones to rebuild, regroup, and get back in the fight.
She shared her journey from being a young single mom to becoming a major voice for democracy reform. Her path wasn’t linear—it was messy, powerfu...
2025-05-2750 min
Behind the MagicFinding Rest in the Revolution: Gabrielle Wyatt on Sustaining Black Women LeadersIn this episode, I sit down with Gabrielle Wyatt, founder of The Highland Project, to explore what it truly means to invest in the worth—not just the work—of Black women. Gabrielle shares the personal and professional journey that led her to build a movement rooted in sustainability, joy, and generational wealth for Black women leaders.
Guided by the belief that “abundance is the capacity and space to fully thrive,” she reflects on the moment she could no longer sacrifice her well-being for short-term wins. Instead, Gabrielle began to center rest, reflection, and community care as strategic tools for transfor...
2025-05-0659 min
Behind the MagicBarbara Payne: What Was Meant to Break Me, Built MeIn this episode of Behind the Magic, I sit down with Barbara Payne, whose powerful journey from high school dropout to soon-to-be Doctor is nothing short of extraordinary. But it’s her courage to share the truth behind that transformation that truly moved me.
Barbara’s story is not just about surviving abuse – emotional, physical and sexual. It’s about breaking generational curses, finding light in the darkest moments, and choosing to keep going when giving up felt easier. In her story, I’m reminded of what happens when you stop asking “why me?” and start asking “how do I rise from this?”...
2025-04-2250 min
Behind the MagicToni Johnson on Finding Your Voice and the Power of Being SeenIn this uplifting and thought-provoking episode, Toni Johnson, founder of Mission OutLoud, takes us through the stories of the highs and lows of her leadership journey. She shares how she found her voice - often as the “only one” in the room - and how those experiences fueled her passion for building spaces where Black women and others can thrive unapologetically.
Listen as we dive into the power of authenticity, resilience, and community, with real talk about Toni’s hard-earned wisdom and candid reflections on navigating leadership as a Black woman. This conversation is filled with gems of wisdom, laughter, and ho...
2025-04-0858 min
Behind the MagicRewriting the Code: Shawna Curran on Leading Boldly in Tech and DEIBWhat does it really take to shake up the tech world and build something that lasts? In this episode of Behind the Magic, I sit down with Shawna Curran, a visionary tech leader and founder of STEM ENRG, who’s making serious waves at the intersection of technology, DEIB, and operations. Shawna isn’t just advocating for diversity—she’s rethinking how systems work so equity and inclusion can actually take root and thrive.
In our conversation, we get into why most DEIB efforts fall short, the pushback she’s faced as a woman of color in leadership, and how she’s driv...
2025-03-2552 min
Behind the MagicThe Heart of a Love Warrior with Dr. Tiffany ManuelIn this powerful episode of Behind the Magic, Dr. Tiffany Manuel, founder and CEO of The Case Made, invites us into her world as a self-proclaimed "love warrior." But love, as she describes it, isn’t just about warmth and kindness—it’s about fighting fiercely for our communities, even when the odds are stacked against us.
From her journey of corporate success to entrepreneurship, Dr. Manuel shares how she walked away from the prestige, the executive perks, and the "corner office" life to follow a calling rooted in community transformation. She gets real about the struggles Black women face in lea...
2025-03-1144 min
Behind the MagicThe Power of Being Fierce with Tori Fernandez WhitneyIn this episode of Behind the Magic, I sit down with Tori Fernandez Whitney, founder & CEO of DC Focus, whose career as a nonprofit and public sector executive has been shaped by resilience, advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing. From her early experiences growing up in New Orleans to navigating the high-stakes world of D.C. politics and nonprofit leadership, Tori shares the lessons that have defined her journey—the unglamorous truth of the “glass cliff”, the scrutiny Black women face as they work to create change, and the emotional toll of fixing broken systems. With wisdom...
2025-02-2544 min
Behind the MagicLeading the Fight: Jasmine Burney-Clark on Power & LiberationIn this episode of Behind the Magic, host Danielle Prendergast sits down with Jasmine Burney-Clark, founder of Equal Ground, to explore her journey from a first-generation college graduate to a powerhouse leader in Black voter empowerment. Jasmine shares how her mother’s resilience and entrepreneurialism shaped her leadership, the challenges of navigating white-led organizations, and the decision to create her own path.
Jasmine opens up about the fight against voter suppression in Florida, the resistance she faces—even from supposed allies—and the weight of carrying a legacy of Black women’s leadership. Through powerful storytelling, she reveals the realities of advoc...
2025-02-1042 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Best of Irish Metal Awards 2024.Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe, Howard and Letty on this special Live Stream Podcast to celebrate one of the best years ever for Irish Metal releases. We run through all our lists of favorite releases, merch and favorite bands, select the 2024 MVP of the Metal Scene and answer all your questions. There's plenty of banter and laughs as we work our way through all of the below categories on this mammoth episode of the show. Thank you all for your support throughout the year and please check out as many of the incredible nominees that you can on their...
2024-12-202h 34The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Live YouTube Stream April 2024: Post Siege of Limerick chat & a debate on setlist times for live established bands, who wants shorter sets?THE METAL CELL FORUMS ARE BACK!
Danielle, Evan, Howard & Letty join me for a live stream on The Metal Cell YouTube channel in yet another great excuse to chat about our favorite subject 'METAL'. The topics covered were the Siege of Limerick - Earrach MMXXIV at Dolans, Limerick, we debate 'what is the perfect setlist time for established bands playing live.....30mins, 45mins, 60mins.....or who wants shorter sets? There was plenty of people commenting on all of the above along with some hilarious stories that came to light as the show continued to it's conclusion. I hope...
2024-04-241h 31The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Live YouTube Stream for February 2024.Welcome everyone to The Metal Cell Live YouTube Stream for February. Joining me was Danielle, Evan, Howard, Letty and our special guest was Pat O'Regan ex-host of The Smashing Skull Sessions. We talk to Pat about his incredible two years as host and some of the fantastic bands he had on. Pat had a huge influence on converting many of us to the very unique and insanely talented musicians that inhabit the post metal/post rock scene worldwide. We delve into some of Pats favourite memories as well as some great stories. Pat has handed over the torch to...
2024-02-121h 51The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums 'Best of Irish Metal 2023' Part 2.Myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe, Howard and Letty picked out all our favorite highlights of yet another amazing year in the Irish Metal Scene! This episode was pre-recorded on the 11.12.23 as a Live Facebook Stream on The Metal Cell Facebook page.
There was absolutely loads of releases, gigs and activity in our scene in 2023 so it really was something to celebrate, so join us in Part 2 of the podcast as we try to figure out who impressed us the most in the various categories listed below.
FULL LIST OF THE METAL CELL BEST OF 2023 CATEGORIES.
• BEST ALBUM:
2023-12-1645 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums 'Best of Irish Metal 2023' Part 1.Myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe, Howard and Letty picked out all our favorite highlights of yet another amazing year in the Irish Metal Scene! This episode was pre-recorded on the 11.12.23 as a Live Facebook Stream on The Metal Cell Facebook page.
There was absolutely loads of releases, gigs and activity in our scene in 2023 so it really was something to celebrate, so join us in Part 1 of the podcast as we try to figure out who impressed us the most in the various categories listed below.
FULL LIST OF THE METAL CELL BEST OF 2023 CATEGORIES.
• BEST ALBUM:
2023-12-161h 04
Share a LatteUnmasking Microaggressions: Understanding Subtle Acts of Bias Featuring Dr. Danielle Prendergast☕ Min’s stirring things up with a conversation about microaggressions, served with a dash of empathy and a splash of understanding. A special guest, Dr. Danielle Prendergast, an Executive Coach, who facilitates conversations and workshops around diversity, equality and inclusion and creating safe spaces for people of color joins Min to shed light on the subtle yet impactful biases they encounter daily.
Episode Highlights:
☕Unraveling Microaggressions: In this episode, we'll take a journey into the world of microaggressions, with a special focus on the experiences of people of color.
☕Brewing Diversit...
2023-08-2833 minThe Metal Cell PodcastMetal & Art Pt.4. The role of the Tattooist featuring Ross Daly (IRL) & Marvin Silva (USA).It was a pleasure to welcome Ross Daly (IRL) & Marvin Silva (USA) onto the show to talk about their profession as tattooists and the influence that Metal has in their lives in part 4 of a series I have done dedicated to artists that create art and love Metal. A friendship formed out of working as professional tattooists, I talk to Ross and Marvin about their love of art, how they got into the world of creating tattoos for paying customers, what inspires them and some of the music that influenced them to play in and form bands. Ross and...
2023-05-191h 18The Metal Cell PodcastThe Forums: Myself, Danielle, Evan & guest co-host Steve Walsh (Grey Stag) talk about Irish Metal!The Forums: Join myself, Danielle, Evan & guest co-host Steve Walsh (Grey Stag) as we talk about topics related to our favorite music...METAL!
We reviewed five new tracks from Cursed Sun, Tusk, Settler, Shadows Calling & Outsound. There was a few topics that came up during the night, we took a look at digital fanzines and Sarah Nuttall work Machina Kore (link below). Naturally we re-visited the wonderful Siege Of Limerick Festival and discussed the many aspects of it, from working with in ear monitors, bouncers, the varied age of the crowd attendance and performances on the day. So...
2023-04-281h 42
No Holmes Barred!Episode 1: “The Resurrectionists”An 18-year-old H.H. Holmes explains a harrowing incident to his landlady. The World Fair’s planners are given an impossible task. A paperboy manager vies for more in life.No Holmes Barred was written, directed, and produced by Daniel Ciarrocchi Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Evan KornblumEpisode 1 of No Holmes Barred, The Resurrectionists, stars:Daniel Ciarrocchi as H.H. Holmes, Dirtboy, and RootSam Sessa as BurnhamDave Heilker as OlmstedWilly Landon as Sullivan and Newsboy 3Danielle Lohan as Mr...
2023-04-1500 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Forums: Join myself, Evan & Joe as we talk about topics related to our favorite music...METAL!After some great interviews over the last few weeks and some chart success as well it was nice to kick back and relax with Evan and Joe on The Forums. Unfortunately Danielle had to drop out, due to work commitments but as they say the show must go on! We reviewed four new tracks from Collapser, Ropemaker, Terror Syndrome and Nebularis. The topic of the night was a really interesting chat about the options out there for music education, roles in bands and band management. So hopefully you'll enjoy this topic and if you want us to look at...
2023-03-031h 27The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums End of Year Awards 2022.The best of Irish Metal in 2022! This episode was pre-recorded on the 12.12.22. Join myself, Danielle, Joe & Howard as we try to figure out who impressed us the most in the various categories listed below, throughout the year and what an incredible year it was! There was absolutely loads of releases, gigs and activity in our scene in 2022 compared to the previous problems through Covid related issues in 2021 so it really was something to celebrate as we got down to the difficult choices we faced in trying to pick out winners in the following categories:
Best Irish Metal Band...
2022-12-301h 49
The Potential Podcast!Potential Pick - God of War: RagnarökChris and Taylor review the new fantasy action-adventure game "God of War: Ragnarök" developed by Sony Interactive/Santa Monica Studios and directed by Eric Williams and Cory Barlog. Picking up after 2018's "God of War," Kratos and Atreus face the oncoming Norse apocalypse, known as Ragnarök. The voice cast includes Christopher Judge, Sunny Suljic, Danielle Bisutti, Robert Craighead, Adam J. Harrington, Alastair Duncan, Ben Prendergast, Deborah Ann Woll, Ryan Hurst and Richard Schiff.
2022-12-0114 minThe Metal Cell PodcastJoin myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about topics related to our favorite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene and discuss topics related to our favorite music....METAL! In this episode we have a look back at The Siege that myself & Danielle attended and Evan played in. Having returned from Damnation Festival in Manchester, I give my thoughts on both nights. The main topic of the night was cash vs cashless for punters/bands in relation to gigs and festivals. We reviewed five quality releases from Apogean Tide, Elder Witch, Enoshie, Fierce Shook and The Blessing Way. Hope you enjoy the...
2022-11-181h 30The Metal Cell PodcastThe Siege of Limerick Special - Samhain MMXXII with John of Bad Reputation & Steve of Grey Stag.Two hundred podcasts on Irish Metal are now officially done and we are joined by one half of The Siege of Limerick team, Mr.John Real. It's always a pleasure to have John on the show and his immense contributions to the Limerick scene and beyond always makes for a interesting episode. Steve Walsh of Grey Stag is another friend of the show so it was brilliant to catch up with the Riff Lord as they prepare for a main stage slot in the Siege. I run through my picks of the day and there's plenty of great contributions...
2022-10-2857 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums with special guest Gavin McInally of Damnation Festival, Manchester.The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! In this episode we are joined by one half of the organisers of Damnation Festival, Gavin McInally. Damnation Festival is a one-day heavy metal music festival that was annually at the University of Leeds in England, and is organised by Gavin and Paul Farrington. The festival was originally held at Jilly's Rockworld in Manchester in 2005 and this November, it is moving back to the BEC Arena Manchester, which can hold over 4,500 people. We talk to...
2022-10-071h 41The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Evan, Joe, Danielle & Peter Meehan discuss all topics related to METAL! Pt.2.The Metal Cell Forums. For the first time ever at Chez Le Faux, join myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe and our special guest Peter Meehan, as we talk about the Metal Scene, talk about some brilliant bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! In Part 2 we talk about the lack of Irish Metal bands on the Irish festival circuit. Despite most festivals winning plaudits for featuring diverse acts and independent artists, the Metal scene has been completely ignored. We have a really great debate on that subject and be sure to let us know your thoughts on...
2022-08-2143 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Evan, Joe, Danielle & Peter Meehan discuss all topics related to METAL! Pt.1.The Metal Cell Forums. For the first time ever at Chez Le Faux, join myself, Danielle, Evan, Joe and our special guest Peter Meehan, as we talk about the Metal Scene, talk about some brilliant bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! In Part 1 we talk about all the recent gigs we were at, discuss upcoming gigs and reviewed four quality Irish releases from Blood Soaked, Skypilot, New Mud and The Sluagh.
There's plenty of other stuff to keep you interested as well so crack open a drink and enjoy the party like atmosphere in...
2022-08-191h 25The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, talk about bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! In this episode we look at the spiraling costs for both bands and punters in travelling to gigs. We reviewed four quality releases from Asylum Road, Puresonic Outcasts, Rupskallex and Unmaker. We get a behind the scene look at Gama Bombs appearance at Hellfest 2022 and there's plenty of other stuff to keep you interested. As always thanks for your support and be sure to subscribe to the show in case...
2022-07-081h 59
Thrive Radio ™Helping Women of Color Succeed with Danielle PrendergastDanielle Prendergast is an empowerment coach, trainer, and strategist committed to uplifting and helping women and communities of color succeed.
In this podcast you will learn:
- How a women of color can show up as her authentic self
- What to do if you find yourself dealing with toxic leadership
- What to do if you feel stuck
- How to gain more confidence
Connect with Danielle here:
www.laurenhornacek.com
https://www.instagram.com/createanintentionallife/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenhornacek/
2022-06-1422 minThe Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan & Joe as we talk about Myspace, metal and music!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, talk about bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! We had a cracking episode of The Metal Cell Forums this week and a lot of rabbit holes explored in relation to Myspace. We discuss the effect it had on Metal bands, fans and many other things it may have influenced. We also talk about how the Russian invasion of Ukraine has affected both their Metal scenes. Music wise I play a track from Voodoo Chief and there's updates from...
2022-05-191h 19The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums with Danielle, Evan and our special guest John Ard of Bad Reputation and Siege of Limerick festival.The Metal Cell Forums with Danielle, Evan and our special guest John Ard of Bad Reputation and Siege of Limerick. Whilst everyone's ears are still ringing after the 25th edition of Siege Of Limerick and for those who had that incredible feeling of being at a truly immense celebration of Metal in Limerick, I feel it's only proper that we revisit this episode which was recorded via Live Stream on 14th of April before XXV Siege of Limerick. I wanted to give this interview a number and not release it as a bonus episode. So enjoy the brilliant stories...
2022-04-211h 48The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Live Facebook Stream 27.01.22. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!In this bonus episode taken from our Live Facebook Stream recorded on the 27.01.2022, join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we reviewed five quality releases from The Magnapinna, Hyperstasis, Jordan Dennis, The Mountain King and Kurokuma. The hot topic of the night was Metal bands who should have stopped releasing music after a particular album. That caused a lot of debate and see if you agree or disagree with our selections. As always thanks for your support and be sure to subscribe to the show in case you haven't already. Richie.
Songs featured and permission granted:
Hunters...
2022-02-191h 58The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Best in Irish Metal 2021. Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Howard and Joe as we talk about the best Irish Metal releases in 2021. Pt.2.Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Howard and Joe as we talk about the best Irish Metal releases in 2021. This episode was part 2 of a live Facebook stream we did to celebrate one of the best years for Irish Metal releases; despite bands being stuck in the middle of a pandemic and for the most part unable to tour. We give you all our favourite picks and there's plenty of laughter, beers and Metal discussion as we celebrate the end of the year Metal Cell awards in part 2 of this episode.
All songs used on this episode © all rights reserved a...
2021-12-201h 12The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Best in Irish Metal 2021. Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Howard and Joe as we talk about the best Irish Metal releases in 2021. Pt.1Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Howard and Joe as we talk about the best Irish Metal releases in 2021. This episode was part 1of a live Facebook stream we did; to celebrate one of the best years for Irish Metal releases despite bands being stuck in the middle of a pandemic and for the most part unable to tour. We give you all our favourite picks and there's plenty of laughter, beers and Metal discussion as we celebrate the end of the year Metal Cell awards in part 1 of this episode.
All songs used on this episode © all rights reserved a...
2021-12-201h 45The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe and our special guest Fergal 'H' Holmes of D.M.E Promotions. We talk about the Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is not to be missed as we are joined by Fergal 'H' Holmes of D.M.E Promotions. 'H' gives us an insight into how this year and next year is shaping up for gigs in Dublin along with some cool chats about alot of the bands he has work with over the years.. We talk about the length of time 'H' is in the promotions business and...
2021-10-071h 57The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is a cracker as we are joined by Steve Walsh, Riff Lord of Grey Stag. Steve gave us the low down on playing Bloodstock and talked about plans for the rest of the year. We review five new releases by Words That Burn, Ruined Family Vacation, Visualis, Summoners Circle and Grey Stag. Hope you enjoy and please subscribe to the show if you haven't done already. Thanks Richie.
2021-09-021h 41The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is a cracker! It's all about our favourite live Metal albums I'm sure there's plenty of them that we can all agree on! We talk about some of the best live performances captured on audio and also call out some more that were studio produced. Yes, there is a few Irish ones mentioned as well! We also discuss briefly the culture of expecting freebies in metal be it...
2021-07-221h 34The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is a fairly busy one. We have a discussion about how relevant the Metal Scene is at the moment, especially seeing a rock band from Italy win the Eurovision. The main topic of the night was Irish Metal bands that split up yet made a significant contribution to our lives listening to their songs. We review five new releases by New Mud, Requiem, Coscradh, Meniscus and Auld...
2021-06-101h 51The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is a fairly busy one. We have a discussion about an exciting project that is slowly coming to fruition called Aiséirí - All Ireland Metal Project. Aiséirí means resurrection in Irish and it involves artists all over this great island contributing/collaborating to record one album with 15 - 20 tracks. All profits go to the charity of choice. The main topic of the night is One Hit...
2021-04-291h 42The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!The Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL! This weeks show is all about record labels! We talk about some of the pitfalls bands have fallen into signing on the dotted line for a dream record deal. We also discuss the forced eviction of local metal bands from their rehearsal studios and review five new releases by Mork, Uncultivates, Brain Donation, Caged and Ocean Puncher. Hope you enjoy and please subscribe to the show if you haven't done...
2021-03-292h 34The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Joe as we talk about the Irish Metal Scene, review bands and discuss topics related to our favourite music....METAL!This month’s Forum was the first one for Joe McGuigan as a co-host. Joe has now replaced Jack who has decided to step down from his role as a presenter to concentrate on more important things in his life. We wish him all the best in his endeavours and want to thank him for his brilliant contributions to the show. We reviewed three new releases, had a chat about some of the issues in relation to BREXIT and how it will affect bands both here and, in the U.K., The main subject of the show was International Me...
2021-02-111h 41The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums. Join myself, Danielle, Evan, Jack and our special guest Andy Clarke from The Crawling as we run through our favourite releases of 2020 in the Irish Metal Scene.I was joined by Danielle, Evan, Jack and our special guest Andy Clarke from The Crawling as we run through our favourite releases of 2020 in the Irish Metal Scene. Plenty of different views and debates over some of the finest releases in 2020. We had a lot of categories to go through and it was a testament to the quality of Irish Metal that so many bands were nominated and received high praise from all of us on the Forums. So congratulations to all that topped our favourite music/merch in 2020 during a year when no band could tour around...
2021-01-142h 08The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Pt.2 Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for part 2 of this show to celebrate The Metal Cell hitting the magic 100 mark.The Metal Cell Forums Pt.2 Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for part 2 of this show to celebrate The Metal Cell hitting the magic 100 mark. The comradery in the Irish Metal Scene is second to none so welcoming Ronan of Ten Ton Slug, Mattie of Na Cruithne, Joe of Gama Bomb and Howard of Partolón to celebrate this 100th show was terrific and made us all realise how much we missed each other at gigs. We also had Ruben, my 12yr old son as a Heavy Metal Quizmaster to grill Joe, Howard, Danielle, Evan and Jack on their k...
2020-12-061h 38The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Pt.1 Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for part 1 of this show to celebrate The Metal Cell hitting the magic 100 mark.The Metal Cell Forums Pt.1 Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for part 1 of this show to celebrate The Metal Cell hitting the magic 100 mark. I kept the guests identity secret from my co-hosts and it worked out perfect! The comradery in the Irish Metal Scene is second to none so welcoming Colin Bolger of Zhora/Dabulga Design, John Real of Bad Reputation & Alex Holzinger of Tooms to celebrate this 100th show was terrific and made us all realise how much we missed each other at gigs.
We also had time to review the brilliant new release from...
2020-12-031h 00The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums IX. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode, where I surprised my co-hosts with a special guest appearance by a member of Irelands most exciting Metal bands and a demo of their latest song. We reviewed two UK Metal acts After Smoke Clears and The Infernal Sea along with local Doomsters The Grief. We debated Evans pick of a band that he submitted for us to check out called END, an extreme hardcore band who released Splinters From An Ever-Changing Face in 2020. The chosen topic for the night was established Metal bands that have released one...
2020-10-291h 33The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Vlll. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode, where we reviewed Strangers With Guns & AeSects new releases. Our chosen subject was controversial album art.....the many various album covers that were banned, pulled by record labels or survived to remain topical conversational pieces amongst Metal fans. We did a feature on Jacks pick, Zeal & Ardor, a band mixes sounds of African-American spirituals with black metal. As I said before the banter is the best out there in the Metal Scene so please convert, like and leave a positive review on whatever listening platform you are using...
2020-08-271h 24The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums Vll. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode, where we reviewed Element X & Horenda releases and our chosen subject was Heavy Metal Beefs.....the many verbal wars between famous/not so famous metal bands. We did a feature on Danielle's pick for her band to listen to, the abrasive and dark King 810, talked about gigs and some band updates. As I said before the banter is the best out there in the Metal Scene so please convert, like and leave a positive review on whatever listening platform you are using. Many thanks Richie #supportyourlocalmetalscene.
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2020-07-161h 42The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums VI. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode, where we review Restive Nation & Neon Empire single releases and our chosen subject was the unwritten rules of Heavy Metal. We did a feature on Evans pick for his band to listen to, the incredible Everytime I Die, talked vinyl and some band updates. As I said before the banter is the best out there in the Metal Scene so please convert, like and leave a positive review on whatever listening platform you are using. Many thanks Richie #supportyourlocalmetalscene.
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2020-06-121h 42The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums V. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode, where we covered Grey Stag & Xero single releases and our chosen subject was Metal Genres. Along the way many Metal rabbit holes were explored and both Evan and Jack updated us on their bands activities. Great to have everyone back on the show, the banter is some of the the best that's out there in the Metal Scene so please convert, like and leave a positive review on whatever listening platform you are using. Many thanks Richie #supportyourlocalmetalscene.
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2020-05-071h 52The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forums IV. Join myself, Danielle, Evan and Jack for banter and chat about all things Metal.Delighted to welcome back my wonderful co-hosts on this terrific episode where we covered gigs attended, festival gossip, a Grief Eater single review and lots of banter. The main subject was professionalism in the Irish Metal Scene which hopefully will answer a few questions or kickstart another discussion on it. The insights that Jack and Evan offer as musicains playing in the scene are really brilliant and Danielle who has been attending these gigs regularly always adds a compelling view to the mix. We are lucky as listeners to have such a great team on board for these special...
2020-03-121h 52The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forum III January Special. Danielle Daly, Jack O'Neill, Evan Prendergast and me talk all things Metal.Episode 59 was a special episode as I got the gifted Alex Vinci, frontman of Last Vinci and Narrow Door Management, to film the entire Podcast. So the fruition of our collaboration is up on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34lWrJqORM It was great to catch up with Danielle, Evan and Jack after Christmas and we quickly got back into our groove. Irish festivals like "Urban Assault, The Gathering, Iron Mountain and Clang all got discussed. The usual round up of gigs attended and Irish Metal news also were discussed until we got to our main...
2020-02-151h 04The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forum II 2019 Awards15 awards debated over by myself, Danielle, Jack and Evan whom all endured sleepless nights, transcranial magnetic stimulation to produce the results that concluded one of the best years ever for Irish Metal. Throw in a special guest to receive their award in person and hilarity ensued. Not to be missed over this festive period, I asked the M.C Forum to end 2019 with a bang and they delivered. Enjoy and support your local Metal Scene. Happy Christmas and hope 2020 is another fantastic year for the Irish Metal Scene. Regards and thanks Richie.Support The Metal Cell Podcast
2019-12-261h 55The Metal Cell PodcastThe Metal Cell Forum Special I. Danielle Daly, Jack O'Neill, Evan Prendergast and me talk all things Metal.The Metal Cell Forum Special. Delighted to work with Danielle Daly, Jack O'Neill (Coroza) Evan Prendergast (Worn Out) on this new show. They provided such great insights, humour and years of Metal worshipping that it was hard to contain with the 90 mins showtime. All quality no quantity it's great entertainment and crucially it's about our metal community and the characters that we all come across at some stage going to gigs, towns or cities. Enjoy the first ever Metal Cell Forum and share it around to your friends and fellow metalheads!!!Support The Metal Cell Podcast
2019-11-291h 30
Critical FaithCertainty Beyond Doubt with Ted AvramAre we certain things can be certain?
This week, we're joined by Ted Avram, ICS MA student and newly conferred Reverend Minor in the Jesuit Order. In this episode, Ted takes us along on his far-ranging journey across religious traditions, academic disciplines, and international borders that led him to ICS today. Intent on keeping "a foot in both worlds" in his research, he also considers the stakes of certainty in both Reformational and Thomist philosophy.
Check out this week's Don't Miss This! items:
April 28-30: Our Whole Society 2019 conference in Toronto, with which ICS...
2019-04-0236 min
The Veterinary Marketing PodcastVMP 118: Biggest Marketing Pieces Of Advice From UnchartedIn may I had the opportunity to go speak at Dr. Andy Roark's conference called Uncharted in Greenville South Carolina on April 7-9. This conference was amazing and it was also my first experience in speaking. Not only did I have a great time meeting a bunch of people who have been listeners to the podcast I finally got to meet many of the people who I've had on as guests. I haven't been to too many conferences or in person events, but Uncharted really seems like it is something special. The community that Dr. Roark and h...
2017-06-0617 min
My Big IdeaGraduate Fashion Week Special #1 - Young Fashion Creatives Doing it for themselvesHello and welcome to the 1st of 4 Graduate Fashion Week special episodes.
As a young, innovative fashion brand, ASOS is passionate about discovering and promoting fresh creative talent. For Graduate Fashion Week 2016, we have recruited a group of forward-thinking individuals to discuss how the youth of today can not only get their foot in the door of the fashion industry, but also develop a meaningful and trailblazing career - no trust fund or fairy godmother needed!
The first panel, Young Fashion Creatives Doing it for themselves on Sunday 5th June included
Josh Read
Angelica Hicks
Billy Prendergast
Katie Rose
It...
2016-06-0500 min