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Shit Talk ReviewsRevocation - New Gods, New Masters - Album ReviewSend us a textJohn and Derek were a little late to the party for this album but had to talk about the power that Dave Davidson and the boys in Revocation brought with their latest outing New Gods, New Masters. They delve into the musicianship of the band, particularly highlighting guitarist Dave Davidson's skills, and reflect on the cultural commentary regarding technology and AI.www.shittalkreviews.comSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-SpotifyApple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts#revocation#revocationband#davedavidson#daviddavidson#ashweber
2025-12-0922 min
Shit Talk ReviewsJohnny Kelly - Type O Negative & Dan Lorenzo - Patriarchs In Black - InterviewSend us a textThis is the second half of an interview with Dan Lorenzo and Johnny Kelly of Patriarchs In Black. The first half of the interview can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/VAFs8UcgAv8In this portion of the interview Derek and John get into a bunch of Type O Negative rumors, news and conjecture as well as some of the Shit Talk Reviews audience questions and the crowd favorite Quickies.Like the video and subscribe to the channel to get set up for a Type O giveaway coming soon!
2025-11-1833 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPatriarchs In Black - Dan Lorenzo & Johnny Kelly - InterviewSend us a textDerek and John finally had a chance to get some time with Dan Lorenzo (Hades, Non Fiction) and Johnny Kelly (Type O Negative, Danzig, Quiet Riot) of PATRIARCHS IN BLACK to talk about their new album HOME. They go track by track to talk about everything you need to know while experiencing their latest release. As with their previous albums, they've assembled an all star list of musicians and singers, including Kyle Thomas (Exhorder, Trouble,) Dave Neabore (Dog Eat Dog,) Karl Agell (Corrosion Of Conformity,) John DeServio (Black Label Society,) Johnny A...
2025-11-1333 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTrivium - Struck Dead - EP ReviewSend us a textThe boys from Florida are unleashing an EP just in time for Halloween and John and Derek got their hands on it for a full-on review and talk about all the news that is TRIVIUM! These tracks are absolutely killer Trivium and bring some of their old flavor and mix it up with some new vibes. It's absolutely worth a listen!If you dig this kind of content, please subscribe to the channel and comment what you think about this new EP and let us know if there's a band that...
2025-10-2818 min
Shit Talk ReviewsLamb Of God - Sepsis - ReviewSend us a textTo start, if you're looking for some soap making, yeti music, this ain't it...In this episode, John and Derek get into the new Lamb of God track Sepsis, discussing its emotional depth, gritty sound, and the legacy of the band. The talk about the song's structure and future releases, all while celebrating the impact of music on personal memories.www.shittalkreviews.comSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-SpotifyApple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts#LambofGod #lambofgodofficial #Log #RandyBlythe #AsThePalacesBurn #Metal #HeavyMetal #Metalcore...
2025-10-2108 min
Shit Talk ReviewsRob Zombie - Punks and Demons - Video ReactionSend us a textIn a STR first, Derek brought the new Rob Zombie track Punks And Demons to John for a first-watch reaction. www.shittalkreviews.comSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-SpotifyApple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts#RobZombie #PunksAndDemons #RobZombieOfficial #RobZombieMusic #TheGreatSatan #WhiteZombie #HeavyMetal #Metal #IndustrialMetal#Metalhead #RockMusic #PunkRock
2025-10-1906 min
Shit Talk ReviewsSoulfly - CHAMA - Album ReviewSend us a textSoulfly is back with their first release since 2022. Releasing on 10/24/25, CHAMA brings old school Soulfly vibes with a sprinkling of new school flavor. John came only prepared for Nihilist but Derek pulled a sneak attack with a review on the entire album. If you need a Max fix, this is definitely going to satiate your appetite. If you're new to the Cavalera experience, this album is a great jumping off point. Grab a tasty Caipirinha and settle in to see what the guys think about this new Soulfly banger!www.shittalkreviews...
2025-10-1412 min
Shit Talk ReviewsChris Ramos - Dead Heat - InterviewSend us a textJohn and Derek had a chance to talk all things Nardcore with Chris Ramos, frontman of Oxnard, California's own Dead Heat. The guys talk the origins and evolution of Nardcore, the band's influences, and their experiences touring with legendary bands. Chris shares insights into the recording process of their new album Process of Elimination and the creative freedom they experienced with producer Paul Fig. Chris also highlights the importance of personal interaction with fans and the thriving underground metal scene, while expressing excitement for future tours and collaborations. Grab yourself a tasty Casa...
2025-09-3024 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTestament - Para Bellum - Album ReviewSend us a textTestament is back with new thrashy goodness!Join Derek and John as they dive into Testament's latest album Para Bellum, marking the band's return after five years. The guys get into the nostalgic yet modern thrash metal sound that harkens back to the 80s and 90s, with surprises and dynamic elements woven throughout. Discover how Testament's consistent lineup and thoughtful songwriting have crafted a record that stands the test of time. Released by Nuclear Blast Para Bellum is set to shake the metal scene. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and...
2025-09-1915 min
Shit Talk ReviewsFrayle - Gwyn Strang & Sean BiloveckySend us a textDerek and John had a wonderful conversation with Gwyn Strang and Sean Bilovecky from Ohio based gloom metal band Frayle. They get into the creative process behind Frayle's latest album "Heretics & Lullabies," talk about the challenges and triumphs of recording with a new producer, the intricacies of translating studio work to live performances, and the personal stories that shape their music. Gwyn and Sean share some insights into their unique aesthetic, the power of personal vulnerability and working with Napalm Records. Don't miss this captivating discussion filled with humor, honesty, and a glimpse i...
2025-09-1440 min
Shit Talk ReviewsKing Parrot - Slatts EverydaySend us a textIn this episode, John and Derek get into it with Slatts Everyday, bass player extraordinaire with Australia’s own grindcore/thrash powerhouse King Parrot, a band that has been grinding it out since the early 2010s. Discover how their relentless touring and unique sound caught the attention of Phil Anselmo, leading to a transformative partnership with Housecore Records. The guys also peek behind the scenes of life on the road, where downtime is spent pursuing life’s finer experiences; Harleys, water slides and embracing the camaraderie that keeps the band energized. Tune in for...
2025-09-0829 min
Shit Talk ReviewsDead Heat - Perpetual Punishment - Single ReviewSend us a textDerek and John jump into the pit and talk about the new single Perpetual Punishment by California's Dead Heat from their upcoming album, Process of Elimination. This track is a blistering testament to the band's relentless energy and brutal sound.www.shittalkreviews.comSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-SpotifyApple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts#DeadHeat805 #DeadHeatCA #DeadHeatBand #ProcessOfElimination #WorldAtWar #MetalBladeRecords #Hardcore #HardcorePunk #CrossoverThrash #CrossoverHardcore #ThrashMetal #HeavyMetal
2025-08-2903 min
Shit Talk ReviewsKenny Hickey - Sun Dont Shine/Type O Negative - InterviewSend us a textJoin John and Derek for a deep conversation with Kenny Hickey, the iconic guitarist of Type O Negative and founder of Sun Dont Shine and Silvertomb. The guys cover all sorts of topics; his current band Sun Dont Shine, gear and equipment, the journey to sobriety, his old friend Peter Steele and Type O Negative and if Kenny likes tacos more than pizza.00:00 Introduction, the new studio, sobriety and vulnerability04:57 New music from Sun Dont Shine, Andrew Spaulding/Corpsepaint Records and what The Beatles mean to Kenny09:45 The dynamics...
2025-08-2424 min
Shit Talk ReviewsThe Barbarians Of California - Modern Fashion - Quickie Single Review!Send us a textThe Barbarians Of California have graced our ears with a new single and John and Derek had to grab a hot second to rave about it. It's another track that follows the killer formula that the band established with their first album And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth; heavy guitars, wild vocals and metric tons of attitude. www.shittalkreviews.comSpotify - https://tinyurl.com/STR-SpotifyApple Podcasts - https://tinyurl.com/STR-Apple-Podcasts#TheBarbariansOfCalifornia #BarbariansOfCalifornia #AWOLNATION #Hardcore #Metal #CaliforniaHardcore #PunkRock #NewMusic #aaronbruno #ericstenman #zackirons #issaccarpenter
2025-08-2102 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTrivium - Bury Me With My Screams - Top Tier Trivium!Send us a textDerek and John are diving headfirst into the new Trivium single, "Bury Me with My Screams." The band has been on an absolute tear with their recent releases, and this track is a perfect example of why they remain at the top of the modern metal game.Join the fellas as they break down why they love this new song:Crushing Riffs: The trademark Trivium guitar work is back, with intricate riffs that balance thrash aggression with melodic precision.Alex Bent's Drumming: We'll highlight the technical mastery...
2025-08-1813 min
Shit Talk ReviewsOrbit Culture - Death Above Life - Album Teaser ReviewSend us a textIn this episode of Shit Talk Reviews, Derek and John dive headfirst into Orbit Culture's latest full-length album, Death Above Life. Following up on the monumental success of Nija and Descent, this record sees the Swedish metal titans return with their darkest, heaviest, and most cinematic release yet.They explore the crushing riffs, Buster Odeholm's legendary mixing and the other goodies that give this album the potential to plant Orbit Culture as one of the metal giants.Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering the band, this review is...
2025-08-0111 min
Shit Talk ReviewsOzzy Osbourne - The Prince Of DarknessSend us a textToday, we mourn the passing of a true icon. In this quick chat, John and Derek pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, the one and only Prince of Darkness. His life was a tornado of music, mayhem, and a raw charisma that forever changed rock and roll.www.shittalkreviews.com#OzzyOsbourne #Ozzy #ThePrinceofDarkness #Metal #HeavyMetal #RockMusic #BlackSabbath #Sabbath #TonyIommi #GeezerButler #CrazyTrain #BlizzardOfOzz #RandyRhoads #NoMoreTears #MamaImComingHome #Ozzfest #TheOsbournes #RockIcon #MusicLegend #RIPOzzyOsbourne #TributeToOzzy #OzzyForever
2025-07-2310 min
Shit Talk ReviewsBiohazard - Forsaken: Review (Old School Biohazard!)Send us a textThe wait is finally over! Derek and John dive into Forsaken, the brand new single from the legendary Biohazard! After 13 long years, the classic lineup of Evan Seinfeld, Billy Graziadei, Bobby Hambel, and Danny Schuler has returned with a track that reminds us exactly why they're one of the most vital bands in metallic hardcore.Forsaken delivers that signature Brooklyn beat with a raw, unpolished energy we've been waiting for. From the opening riff to the dual vocal assault of Seinfeld and Graziadei, this song is pure, unadulterated Biohazard....
2025-07-2209 min
Shit Talk ReviewsDeftones - my mind is a mountain - ReviewSend us a textSacramento's Deftones have released a single from the upcoming album Private Music. my mind is a mountain is a welcome dose of tasty Deftones. Join Derek and John as they get into it and talk production, feel and performances.www.shittalkreviews.com #deftones #deftonesmusic #deftonesband #deftonesfans #deftonesfamilia #deftonesporvida #deftoneslive #life #deftonesalbum #deftonesofficial #deftonescollection #deftonestour #heavymetal #deftonesmexico #hardrock #deftonesedit #datdeftonesfan #privatemusic #mymindisamountain #sacramento #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview
2025-07-1511 min
Shit Talk ReviewsMalevolence - Where Only The Truth Is Spoken - ReviewSend us a textThe new album from Malevolence is out and it's the topic of the day for Derek and John. Join the guys as they talk through Where Only The Truth Is Spoken. Be sure to stick around to the end for a Carbomb/Greg Kubacki announcement!www.shittalkreviews.com #malevolence, #malevolenceriff #nuclearblastrecords #metal, #metalcore, #newmusic #AlexTaylor #JoshBaines #KonanHall #WilkieRobinson #CharlieThorpe #carbomb #gregkubacki #shittalkreviews #podcast #albumreview
2025-07-0416 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCar Bomb - Paroxysm - Single ReviewSend us a textJohn got all giddy when he saw that Car Bomb dropped a new single and the fellas had to get into it. Paroxysm is another absolutely killer track from the band of fantastic musically disjointed (but still perfectly killer) metal geniuses that make up Car Bomb. If you can't easily tap your foot to it, John loves it. And let us tell you, John LOVES this track. Hit up www.shittalkreviews.com for all the juicy reviews, interviews and general nonsense. Like and subscribe!#carbomb #albumreview #pod...
2025-06-1709 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTurnstile - Never Enough - ReviewSend us a textIn this episode John has been mysteriously shrunken down to half his normal size, Derek has had enough and Turnstile's new album Never Enough is the topic of the day. Is it their best album yet or a Glow On 2.0? LEave your comments below!www.shittalkreviews.com #Turnstile #TurnstileBand #TurnstileMusic #alienlovecall #glowon #brendanyates #megmills #hardcore #posthardcore #punkrock #neverenough #turnstileluvconnection #shittalkreviews #albumreview #podcast
2025-06-1223 min
Shit Talk ReviewsSleep Token - Even In ArcadiaSend us a textSleep Token's new album Even In Arcadia proved to be a hot button release for one of the Shit Talk buffoons. Grab your sword and join the guys as they talk about new posters for Derek, insult lessons for John and all things Vessel.#shittalkreviews www.shittalkreviews.com #podcast #albumreview #sleeptoken #sleeptokenlive #music #rock #livemusic #vessel #live #praise #rockmusic #singer #metal #heavymetal #spinefarmrecords #glasgow #guitar #scotland #uk
2025-06-0516 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTen56. - Pig - Quickie ReviewSend us a textJohn dropped in for a quickie chat about PIG, the latest EP from Paris based deathcore beasts ten56. It's only four songs, but they're crusher tracks for sure. They're one of the bands that are definitely changing and evolving the genre and they're absolutely worth checking out!Lay your eyes on the other reviews the guys have done by heading to the Shit Talk Reviews channel or at www.shittalkreview.com. #ten56 #aaronmatts #betrayingthemartyrs #deathcore #metal #deathmetal #metalcore #heavymetal #blackmetal #hardcore #thrashmetal #metalband #djent #grindcore #slam #numetal #posthardcore #d...
2025-05-1405 min
Shit Talk ReviewsKillswitch Engage - This Consequence - ReviewSend us a textIn what is clearly the worst-produced review that they've put out, John and Derek are wheeling their way to Tampa, FL for a Meshuggah show. The guys take the time to talk about This Consequence, the latest from metalcore vets Killswitch Engage. The review largely looks awful and sounds even worse, but hey, it is what it is.So fuel up, put your seatbelt on and join the dipsticks to get into this new record! Be sure to swing by www.shittalkreviews.com or the Shit Talk Instagram account...
2025-04-2316 min
Shit Talk ReviewsMeshuggah - Immutable - The Indelible EditionSend us a textThe Godfathers. The Powerhouse. The almighty progressive metal giants MESHUGGAH have released a remastered version of their 2022 release Immutable. With a new record label in the mix, Meshuggah took the opportunity to produce The Indelible Edition and to put a subtle coat of fresh paint on Immutable. Along with three live tracks recorded on the 2022-2023 tour and some fresh artwork, this new version is a must have for any Meshuggah fans and a great entry point for those just getting into the band.Grab a Magnanimus Brewing Immutable Tripel Ale...
2025-04-1415 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCharley and Ryan from Doomsday - March 2025 InterviewSend us a textCharley D and Ryan from Bay Area crushers DOOMSDAY stopped in for a chat with John and Derek and they got into all sorts of stuff. From the writing process and live shows to begging for endorsements, they cover a bunch of ground. DOOMSDAY is a crossover/thrash band that draws influence from the likes of Sepultura, Slayer, Iron Age, Metallica, and Power Trip. Never Known Peace releases on March 28, 2025 on Creator Destructor Records.Instagram - doomsday.cadoomsdaycahc.bandcamp.com/merchcrossthreadsj.orgsh...
2025-03-1936 min
Shit Talk ReviewsStu Folsom - Spiritworld - March 2025 InterviewSend us a textJohn and Derek had a chance to spend some time with a true renaissance cowboy: Las Vegas's own Stu Folsom. Stu is the founder of the killer crossover thrash band Spiritworld, an author and an all around great dude. They touch on Stu's early days in the rodeo, his vision for the trilogy of death-western albums, his book Godlessness and his lovely lady getting smashed in the face by a windmilling audience member. Grab yourself a Sarsaparilla and join the guys for a great chat with a true metal cowboy.
2025-03-1144 min
Shit Talk ReviewsAlan Robert - Life Of Agony - Bassist, Artist, Author, IllustratorSend us a textDerek and John had the great pleasure of talking with renaissance man Alan Robert. In addition to being a founding member of Brooklyn based metal band Life Of Agony in the early 1990s, Alan is an award winning author with over 25 books to his name, he's a comic book creator, illustrator, a member of the Metal Hall Of Fame and his album River Runs Red sits on Rolling Stone's list of the Greatest Metal Albums Of All Time. Join the Shit Talk buffoonery for a fantastic chat with Alan as...
2025-02-1834 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPatriarkh - Prophet Ilja - Album ReviewSend us a textJohn and Derek were excited to get into a new kind of black metal album. Patriarkh hails from Białystok, Poland and splintered off from the band Batushka. Their first album, Prophet Ilja, is an absolutely wonderful first outing under the new band name. There are so many different facets to this album that the guys were reluctant to put them under just the black metal genre label. This album is dramatic, theatric, beautiful and is a great listen all the way around.Grab yourself a tasty beverage and some snacks an...
2025-01-2424 min
Shit Talk ReviewsOpeth - The Last Will And Testament - Album ReviewSend us a textThe trifecta of yahoos finally got around to talking about the latest album from Swedish prog giants Opeth. To get right to the point, The Last Will And Testament is a monster album worthy of everyone’s time. If you already know Opeth, then you know. If you don’t know the band and you’re into killer musicianship, top shelf songwriting and concept albums, then you should definitely take The Last Will And Testament out for a test drive. With some amazing guests (Ian Anderson, Joey Tempest and Dave Stewart) super dynamic and th...
2025-01-2025 min
Winners Win PodcastWhat It Means To Be 'Hungry 4 Life' (FT: John Catapano)Join Joel and John as they discuss a variety of topics ranging from how to eliminate negative programming so you can skyrocket towards your goals and how to get into the best shape of your life in your fifties. Connect with John on FB: https://www.facebook.com/john.catapano.54 Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnny_cats_/ Get coached by Joel: https://www.shedfatfast.com
2025-01-0750 min
Shit Talk Reviews2024 Heavy Album Of The YearSend us a text2024 has been another great year for new music releases. The Shit Talk yahoos sat down to run down their top five albums of the year. There's some consistencies and some left-fielders this time around, but the conversation definitely did not result in any trips to the hospital, so they're considering it a success.Check out www.shittalkreviews.com or @sh!ttalkreviews at Instagram to check out the full reviews from the Shit Talk Reviews crew.#albumoftheyear #heavmetal #podcast #shittalkreviews #deathmetal #mur #crownshift #wheel #suicidalangels #alluvial #boundaries #kerryking #thebarbariansofcalifornia #bloodincantation...
2024-12-2426 min
Shit Talk ReviewsMake Them Suffer - Make Them Suffer - Album ReviewSend us a textThe Shit Talk yahoos got into the latest self titled release from Australia's metalcore band Make Them Suffer. Their fifth album, stacked with heavy, djenty riffs and soaring melodic choruses makes for an easy listen and is packed with great production, excellent tone choices and a ton of ear-worms, guaranteed to keep you humming for days.Be sure to stop by www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and instructions on how to drive a stick shift!#makethemsuffer #metalcore #metalmusic #seanharmanis #alexreade #nickmclernon #jayajeffrey #jordanmather #bookanile #australia #podcast...
2024-12-1222 min
Shit Talk ReviewsBlood Incantation - Absolute Elsewhere - Album ReviewSend us a textWhat if a group of fellas from Colorado got together and mashed together 70s era progressive rock and psychelia with death metal? You get Blood Incantation, a band who's been making waves in the heavy music scene since 2011 with their genre spanning releases. With four full length albums and three EPs released 2013, their latest release ABSOLUTE ELSEWHERE is exceedingly well done. With some subtle (and some not-so-subtle) nods to huge bands from past to present, this album is a monstrous record. You'd be forgiven if you were to question how Blood Incantation was...
2024-12-0230 min
Shit Talk ReviewsThe Barbarians Of California - And Now I'm Just Gnashing My Teeth - Album ReviewSend us a textAt long last, two of the three buffoons that make up Shit Talk Reviews finally sat down to talk about what will be certainly considered one of the best albums of 2024: And Now I’m Just Gnashing My Teeth from new LA based powerhouse The Barbarians Of California. The album smacks of rock, metal, punk, hardcore, thrash and has a few surprises thrown in here and there just to keep us all on our toes. The band’s lineup brings serious pedigree to the table with Eric Stenman on guitar and bass...
2024-10-3124 min
Shit Talk ReviewsEric Stenman - The Barbarians Of California - InterviewSend us a textThe Shit Talk fellas had a very enjoyable chat with the super talented studio engineer, producer and mixer Eric Stenman. Eric has been working in the music industry for over 35 years, both playing bass and guitar and running studios, wearing all sorts of different hats along the way. Going back to 2011, he has worked with Aaron Bruno and Los Angeles based band AWOLNATION. In recent years, Eric and Aaron connected with some heavy material that Eric had been working on in the shadows. Fortunately for all of us, we now get to hear...
2024-09-2846 min
UnboundEd PodcastCommitting to Math with a Purpose With Kristopher Childs and John Staley | EP 23How do we keep math class a reflection of human realities and desires? So often, it can be hard to visualize math instruction that is evenly grade-level, engaging, affirming, and meaningful, and it is costing our students interests and potential. Fortunately, I got a chance to talk with Kristopher Childs and John Staley to discuss their book, Teaching Mathematics for Social Justice: A Guide for Moving From Mindset to Action. Join us as we discuss what it means to take math out of the textbook, and into the personalities and pursuits of the future generations.
2024-09-2528 min
Shit Talk ReviewsLamb Of God - Ashes Of The Wake-20th Anniversary - ReviewSend us a textRight around 20 years ago, Lamb Of God released Ashes Of The Wake. The reviews back then were excellent, just as the reviews of the 20th Anniversary re-release have been. And since Lamb Of God has been such a staple (and because LoG is fast becoming a heritage band within the genre) the Shit Talk yahoos wanted to talk about it.Be sure to drop by www.shittalkreviews/com for a slew of other reviews and interviews with all sorts of awesome musicians.#lambofgod #ashesofthewake #randyblythe #chrisadler #willieadler #markmorton #johncampbell...
2024-09-1621 min
Shit Talk ReviewsDownpour - Kill The Mind - Album ReviewSend us a textThis week John and Derek dig into Kill The Mind, the latest EP from Downpour. Fronted by Brian Fair (Shadows Fall, Overcast,) Derek Kerswill (Unearth, Seemless,) Matt Lebreton (Frozen, Cannae,) Pete Gelles (Birch Hill Dam, Sorrowseed,) Downpour brings a delicious mix of the heavy with some metalcore, progressive metal and straight up power. We love this record and our only beef with it is that it's just too damn short.Check out www.shittalkreviews.com for an interview with Brian Fair and a bunch of other interviews and album reviews. You...
2024-09-1016 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCategory 7 - Category 7 - Album ReviewSend us a textDefinition of a Super Group: noun: super-groupan exceptionally successful rock group or one formed by musicians already famous from playing in other groups. Derek and John sat down to yap about the latest metal super group to hit the scene: Category 7. Made up of five power hitters, the self-titled debut album brings modern power and the nostalgia of solid 80s metal. With John Bush (Armored Saint, Anthrax) Jason Bittner (Shadows Fall, Overkill) Phil Demmel (Machine Head, Violence) Mike Orlando (Adrenaline Mob, Nocturnal) and Jack Gibson (Exodus) i...
2024-09-0321 min
Shit Talk ReviewsBrian Fair (Shadows Fall, Overcast, Downpour) - InterviewSend us a textThe guys sat down this week for a chat with the legendary vocalist (and fitness guru) from Shadows Fall, Overcast and Downpour, the one and only Brian Fair. They talk about sports (with balls and discs of all shapes,) Brian’s long musical history, Derek groping Brian’s junk in years past, Phish, and the mechanics of what it takes to maintain a voice over the course of almost 40 years of fronting heavy bands. Be sure to check out www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and instructions on the best...
2024-08-2639 min
Shit Talk ReviewsSongs That Hit You Right In The Soul!Send us a textEverybody has some songs or movies that hit like a ton of bricks whenever they come on. This week the Shit Talk band of misfits talk about three of their favorite songs that still have an impact on them. Drop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and other good stuff. Here are the songs that the guys zero in on:00:00 Intro01:50 Metallica – One https://youtu.be/WM8bTdBs-cw?si=EIlS-iLtNvx8LP5U04:55 Type O Negative – Christian Woman https://youtu.be/w2f3D...
2024-08-1929 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPatriarchs In Black - Visioning - Album ReviewSend us a textThe trifecta of Shit Talk procrastination finally sat down to talk about Visioning, the latest album from Patriarchs In Black. In their third full length release, the duo of Dan Lorenzo (CASISUS KING, DAN LORENZO SOLO BAND, HADES, VESSEL OF LIGHT, NON-FICTION, THE CURSED) and Johnny Kelly (TYPE O NEGATIVE, DANZIG and A PALE HORSE NAMED DEATH among others) have dropped another strong ode to one of the original masters of metal, Black Sabbath. As with their last album My Veneration, the team brought in a slew of heavy hitters to contribute on...
2024-08-1220 min
Shit Talk ReviewsBlake Ibanez (of Power Trip and Fugitive) - InterviewSend us a textThe guys were psyched to chat with one of the top riff and songwriters in the metal game today: Blake Ibanez of Power Trip and Fugitive. With a right hand like Papa Hetfield and a songwriting pen like Mustaine, Blake's work keeps the metal genre strong with killer playing and songcraft.Drop in on the conversation and see what's happening in Blake's world. THen head over to https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, interviews and other nonsense. You're sure to be disappointed, but we will give you stickers, so...
2024-08-0242 min
Shit Talk ReviewsP.O.D. - Veritas - Album ReviewSend us a textNumetal mainstays P.O.D. have dropped their 11th album Veritas on May 3rd and John and David J finally got around to talking about it. If you’re looking for an ethereal journey through space and time, this might not be the album for you. But if you’re looking to swing to some familiar and comfortable rock rap, you’re going to dig this record. Be sure to swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the other reviews and conversations as well as tutorials on how to properly hang tr...
2024-07-2422 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCavalera Conspiracy - Schizophrenia - Album ReviewSend us a textThis episode the Shit Talk triumvirate yak about Schizophrenia, the latest album from Cavalera Conspiracy. Of course, as the majority of the content on the record was first released in 1987 by Sepultura, one could be forgiven for saying it’s technically a Sepultura album. In any case, the Brothers Cavalera have dropped a freshly re-recorded version that includes two new tracks written by Max and it’s a stunner. Derek sets himself up for a beatdown by either Rhianna or Max’s lovely wife Gloria, David is selling of his celebrity wardrob...
2024-07-1227 min
Shit Talk ReviewsWheel - Charismatic Leaders - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textThis time around Derek got progged over the head. And he liked it! Charismatic Leaders is the third release from Finland’s progmetal gurus Wheel. As the resident Shit Talk prog guy, John wanted to bring it to the table. The album is great and is covered with just enough frosting for Derek (the resident thrash guy) to dig it too; the consensus is that if you dig the metal but are new to the progressive side of things, you might dig this as well.https://www.shittalkreviews.com for a...
2024-06-1818 min
Shit Talk ReviewsKerry King - From Hell I Rise - Album ReviewSend us a textJohn and Derek sat down this time around to do the Devil’s Work. (Or rather, to chat about Kerry King’s new album From Hell I Rise.) It’s all Kerry King, but with enough touches of the Slayer to keep the diehard fans into it. It’s got so much power that Derek wants to run back to the woods in Vermont and start throwing beer kegs around if that’s any indication… It’s a strong record and definitely worth checking out. You can find all the other reviews and she...
2024-06-1319 min
Shit Talk ReviewsGwyn Strang - Frayle - Podcast InterviewSend us a text On this episode of Shit Talk Reviews Derek and John have a chat with Gwyn Strang, the celestial frontwoman from Cleveland based doom band Frayle. Pull up a chair, light a candle and spend some time with them. The interview is up now on YouTube and on all streaming platforms.Links in bio.0:00 Welcome to Shit Talk Reviews 0:33 Hi Gwyn! 1:00 Influences and background 1:30 New album and upcoming events for Frayle 3:05 Working with a producer 6:22 The Yin to Peter Steele's Yang 7:45 Gwyn's creative pr...
2024-06-0326 min
Shit Talk ReviewsDaniel Freyberg - Crownshift - Podcast InterviewSend us a textDaniel Freyberg is a monstrous guitar player and songwriter who has played with Naildown, Norther, Children Of Bodom and Crownshift. Crownshift's debut album was released on May 10 2024 and it's absolutely killer. Derek and John had the chance to talk with him about all things Daniel, Crownshift, gear and some of Crownshift's future plans. Grab yourself some snacks and a coffee and check out what's happening with one of today's great metal musicians:0:00 Welcome to Shit Talk Reviews!1:04 Origins of Crownshift and the album material3:44 Songwriting process6:59 R...
2024-05-1327 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCavalera Conspiracy - Escape To The Void - Podcast QuickieSend us a textThe Cavaleras and crew return with another re-recording of a vintage ripper and the Shit Talk guys are all about it. Max and Igor remain in top form with the first single from the upcoming rerelease of Schizophrenia. Drop in on the fellas as they get into it. Nostrildamus makes his predictions for the future of Cavalera/Sepultura, David J bemoans missing out on the last show and John is just happy to be there. Link to Sepultura’s recorded live performance of Beneath The Remains/Escape To The Void from Blo...
2024-05-0812 min
Shit Talk ReviewsVltimas - Epic - Album ReviewSend us a textThis time around two of the three idiots (who make up this podcast trifecta of ineptitude) have a chat about Epic, the new album from supergroup Vltimas. The multinational band of powerhouse performers came together again to bring nine new tracks of the heavy. Also, John is a complete dink who may likely be forever haunted and Derek wants Lars to get kicked out of Metallica. (And both of their heads may well wind up in jars in David Vincent’s garage…)Stop by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podc...
2024-04-1420 min
Shit Talk ReviewsDragonForce - Warp Speed Warriors - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textIt's all about Taylor Swift this week! (Ok, not ALL about Taylor Swift...)This week David J and John sit down and yammer on about Warp Speed Warriors, the new album from DragonForce. A killer, super fast album packed full of powerful performances. As Derek was yachting in the French Riviera he wasn't able to attend the chat, but David and John are hopeful that he'll bring them some swanky French t shirts and delicious breads.Swing by the STR site at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all podcasts, reviews...
2024-04-0814 min
Shit Talk ReviewsEnterprise Earth - Death: An Anthology - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textThe guys plop down and dig into the monstrous new album from Enterprise Earth. It's a beast of an album with enough meat on the bone to feed a country or two. Join in the frivolities and witness the majesty of David not knowing who Bruce Dickenson's studio band is, John speaking way out of turn and Derek falling prey to his own innards.Check out all the reviews, podcasts and other nonsense at https://www.shittalkreviews.com.#enterpriseearth #death:ananthology #podcast #albumreview #metal #deathcore #djent #progressivemetal #m...
2024-03-2025 min
Shit Talk ReviewsJudas Priest - Invincible Shield - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textJudas Priest is back! (But did they ever really leave? No, they didn't...) The new album is solid so the fellas had to chat about it. Join the idiots for some Priestly conversation. David J sits in the dark, Derek is fully tomatoed and John admits his shortcomings when it comes to heritage metal.Hit up the STR website at https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the reviews, podcasts, interviews and driving instruction videos!#judaspriest #invincibleshield #heavymetal #podcast #albumreviews #columbiarecords #epic
2024-03-1129 min
Shit Talk ReviewsMinistry - Hopiumforthemasses - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textThis time around John, Derek "Ackbar" Showerhead and David J get into the latest offering from Ministry: Hopiumforthemasses.All of the guys were excited to chat about this album because, well, it's Ministry. (It's hard to go wrong with Al...) Grab some snacky cakes, a tasty beverage and settle in. Swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com for all the podcasts, written reviews and pick up a sticker pack!#ministry #hopiumforthemasses #industrial #metal #heavymetal #nuclearblast
2024-03-0425 min
Shit Talk ReviewsAlluvial - Death Is But A Door - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textThe guys were excited to sit down and talk about the latest EP from Alluvial: Death Is But A Door. (Well, initially only John was fired up, but he managed to drag Derek and David J into his fandom for the band...) The newest album from the Atlanta quartet is another amazing release and continues down the same road that was set by the previous two releases. Plop down into your favorite chair, grab a tasty beverage and some snacks and join the fellas as they get into this killer album. Check t...
2024-01-2923 min
Shit Talk ReviewsA Day To Remember - For Those Who Have Heart - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textThe fellas stepped back to 2007 to talk about the 2023 reissue of A Day To Remember’s album For Those Who Have Heart. David J espouses his love for Blink 182, Derek espouses his love for Dark Souls and John stays non-committal, outside of his love for Alluvial.Swing by https://www.shittalkreviews.com to check out all the reviews, podcasts and you can pick up a few stickers from the new drop. #defacethenation!#adaytoremember #forthosewhohaveheart #metalcore #florida #podcast #albumreview
2024-01-2123 min
Shit Talk ReviewsWitchsnake - Deathcult Of The Snake - Podcast Album ReviewSend us a textHappy New Year everybody! The dimwitted nimrods are kicking off 2024 with a swim in the Italian doom scene with a chat about Witchsnake’s new release Deathcult Of The Snake. Hang around for a bit as Derek grades David J’s grading, John hoards blackmail fodder and David J sports a sporty hat that’s of a sporting variety. Oh yeah, somehow, someway, the guys managed to keep the STR website up! Check it at https://www.shittalkreviews.com. Be sure to like, subscribe and click the...
2024-01-0723 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTHE FINALISTS! Top 10 Heavy Metal Albums of 2023Send us a textAll the lists are up, the fighting has finally ended and all the blood has been mopped up. What does that REALLY mean? That it’s time to squish all the guys’ lists together into one big ‘ole master Top 10 Heavy Albums of 2023! Needless to say, as David J is at the center of the universe and everything revolves around him, he believes that all of his choices for album of the year are the right ones. (Spoiler alert: they’re not.) When they’re not trying to escape David’s gravity, John and Derek ar...
2023-12-2804 min
Rounding UpSeason 2 | Episode 8 – It's a Story, Not a Checklist! - Guest: Dr. John StaleyROUNDING UP: SEASON 2 | EPISODE 8 There's something magical about getting lost in a great story. Whether you're reading a book, watching a movie or listening to a friend, stories impart meaning and capture our imagination. Dr. John Staley thinks a lot about stories. On this episode of Rounding Up, we'll talk with John about the ways he thinks that the concept of story can impact our approach to the content we teach and the practices we engage in to support our students. GUEST BIOGRAPHY Dr. John Staley is currently in his 27th year with Baltimore County Public Schools...
2023-12-2132 min
The John and Randall Football ExperienceSeason 2 Episode 18: Brandon Staley Fired, Rams Win, Patriots Tanking?, Hard Locks & More!On this episode, John and Randall bring holiday cheer by discussing the Chargers Thursday night debacle and the Brandon Staley firing. They also give some much deserved love to Gardner Minshew, at least for a little while, discuss how the Patriots must be losing on purpose, and enjoy a Rams win, as well as a futures bet win for John. Oh, and Hard Locks, Guess the Word, and more!
2023-12-211h 07
Shit Talk ReviewsTop 10 Heavy Metal Albums Of 2023 - John EditionSend us a textIt's John's week to educate Derek and David J on which albums made the Top 10 list for 2023. (Spoiler Alert: Apparently there are headbutts incoming for John...) Be sure to tune in next week for the knock-down, drag out, free for all as the idiots fight each other for the ultimate album of the 2023! In the meantime, head on over to https://www.shittalkreviews.com to check out all the reviews and podcasts that these three morons have done so far in 2023. Grab a sticker pack, drop a comment or a voicemail and s...
2023-12-1924 min
Hooked on Sports279: Brandon Staley must go, Shohei Ohtani, Irony behind Draymond's suspension, and more!In today's podcast:
Chargers embarrassed 63-21, and why this should be the end for Brandon Staley (1:41)
Shohei Ohtani goes to the Dodgers, and the Dodgers trade for and sign Tyler Glasnow to a long-term contract extension (8:57)
Draymond Green was suspended indefinitely by the NBA for his latest on-court incident, but is there a bit of irony to this when it comes to his legacy? (14:40)
The NBA in-season tournament proved LeBron is the workhorse we always knew he was (21:54)
Giannis Antetokounmpo broke the Bucks' scoring record by scoring 64 points vs...
2023-12-1533 min
Shit Talk Reviews3TEETH - ENDEX - Podcast ReviewSend us a text It’s all about 3TEETH as the Halloweenies talk ENDEX, the lastest offering from the L.A. based industrial metal band. Have a watch or a listen as the guys get into it and discuss not only the album, but breeze by a few classic horror flicks, David’s wardrobe, Derek’s pythons and John’s Mick Gordon fandom. Hit up https://lsems.gravityzone.bitdefender.com/scan/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2hpdHRhbGtyZXZpZXdzLmNvbQ==/5E0DA2D5122E67B1481F14C1AE82DA62154698A3CBE853596FB422086038A454?c=1&i=1&docs=1 for all the podcast...
2023-10-2922 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPodcast Interview - Trevor Phipps from UNEARTHSend us a textThe STR crew had the great pleasure of sitting down for a chat with Trevor Phipps, the incredibly thoughtful vocalist from the powerhouse metalcore band UNEARTH. Trevor shares some of his thoughts on family, the environment and being a warrior for metal. UNEARTH will be on the road in Europe in November 2023. If you have the chance to see a show, don’t miss it! Check out the band’s website at https://unearthofficial.com for all the news. Hit up https://www.shittalkreviews.com for a bu...
2023-10-2625 min
Shit Talk ReviewsTesseract - War Of Being - Podcast ReviewSend us a textDo you dig progressive metal, loaded with top-rate compositions, killer performances and amazing production? Of course you do. Fall into your favorite chair and hang with the Sh!t Talk yahoos as they get into War Of Being, the latest album from Tesseract. We also learn that David is a part time Ninja Turtle, Derek has to fight for any opportunity to speak and that John can hardly contain his fanaticism.Want a signed copy of URNE's new vinyl? (Signed by the members of URNE, not the STR idiots, to be...
2023-10-1525 min
Make It Happen Mondays - B2B Sales Talk with John BarrowsRyan Staley: Harnessing the Potential of AI to Drive Sales Success and GrowthRyan Staley, founder and CEO of Whale Boss, discusses the role of AI in B2B sales and its potential impact on the future of the industry. Ryan shares his expertise on leveraging AI for sales reps, providing insights on where to get started, tactical applications, and understanding ideal customer profiles for messaging. The conversation also explores the significance of a "Chief AI Officer" in sales organizations, strategies for pipeline creation and conversion, and the importance of integrating emotional, psychological, and logical strategies in enterprise sales. They offer valuable insights into using AI to improve sales outcomes and adapt...
2023-10-0248 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPolar - Everywhere, Everything - Podcast ReviewSend us a textThis week the buffoons sat down to talk about Everywhere, Everything, the latest album from Polar. Some tough questions were raised during this convo: Will Dave get naked and spoon with Derek? Will Derek make a deposit in David's tailpipe? Will John run screaming from all of it? Don't forget, the morons have a website now. They think it's the greatest thing since sliced bread. (Let's face it, it is. If Mr. Rogers had a website it might be cooler, but he doesn't. So it's up to the STR malcontents to r...
2023-09-2434 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCelestial Sanctuary - Insatiable Thirst For Torment - Podcast ReviewSend us a text Do you like the death metal? Are you down with horror-styled, crushing, heavy music? Then settle in with the guys as they talk about the Celestial Sanctuary's latest album Insatiable Thirst For Torment. They get into all aspects of the record and also conquer some heavy-hitting topics: Will Derek make it home before he loses his innards? Will David's love for Wolfie preclude him ever listening to anything again? Will John ever recover from his Christie Brinkley-inspired whiplash? The world may never know.Next time you're out cruising the internets, hang a...
2023-09-1732 min
Shit Talk ReviewsFilter - The Algorithm - Podcast ReviewSend us a textIt's all about Filter this week as the guys talk about The Algorithm. Richard Patrick is back at it with a new record and because it's Filter, they just had to talk about it. Tune in to see if David did any research on this album, if Derek yearns for his college days in the back of an F-150 and if John can keep his extremities attached to his torso. (Hint - He cannot.)Be sure to swing by www.shittalkreviews.com for links to this podcast as well as all t...
2023-09-1034 min
Locked In with Ian BickCounty Sheriff Speaks On Jail Escapes, Crazy Arrests & Wild Contraband Stories | Sheriff John StaleySheriff John Staley has over 20 years of law enforcement experience in Central Arkansas. His father and brother also work in law enforcement, so he has strong family ties to the criminal justice system. He is passionate about the Peers Achieving Collaborative Treatment (PACT) program in Lonoke County, which seeks to aid inmates battling addiction.Sheriff Staley also gives his take on two major career events. In 2019, Sheriff Staley struck an inmate at Lonoke County Jail during a search, and footage of the incident was later released. Then in 2021, Sheriff Staley fired a sergeant who didn’t follow bo...
2023-09-081h 11
Shit Talk ReviewsAtreyu - The Moment You Find Your Flame - Podcast ReviewSend us a textIt's an Atreyu kind of day as the Sh!t Talk Reviews morons get into The Moment You Find Your Flame. Has David entered orbit? Did John lose all technical acumen? Has Derek taken the crown as the most responsible guy in the room? Clearly, the apocalypse is upon us.Check out the STR website at www.shittalkreviews.com and drop a note in the mailbox by clicking the microphone and scroll through the past episodes and reviews. You can sign up for the mailing list and you can stay up...
2023-09-0429 min
Shit Talk ReviewsUrne - A Feast On Sorrow Podcast ReviewSend us a textIt's all about A Feast On Sorrow on this episode. Join the fellas as they take a walk and talk through this passionate new album offered up by UK trio Urne. We also learn this time around that David J is irritating, Derek is irritable and John is addicted to the pink. Check the video version on YouTube at @ShtTalkReviews or check out the STR website at www.shittalkreviews.com for this review as well as all the other written and audio podcast reviews or you can find the idiots at t...
2023-08-2737 min
Shit Talk ReviewsHumanity's Last Breath - Ashen - Podcast ReviewSend us a textThis week the Sh!t Talk Reviews idiots go super heavy with a conversation about Ashen, the latest release from Humanity's Last Breath. It's a seriously heavy album and for the STR guys, it led some realizations: David J's personal fan count is by far the highest, Derek's Boston is better than anyone else's Boston, and John is a crazy secretive Celine Dion fan.Sh!t Talk Reviews is lucky enough to have some great friends. Christian is one of those guys. Christian and his father recently lost their home along...
2023-08-2032 min
Shit Talk ReviewsMammoth - II Podcast ReviewSend us a textThis week we sit down to dine and wind up chowing down on some spicy meatballs! We get into the sophomore release from Mammoth WVH: II. The heat rises in the STR studios during this convo and there are moments when it looks like we’ll all be going home without dessert. But do we? You’ll have to tune in to find out! In addition to talking Wolfie, we learn all about David J’s love for both rock dads and classically trained penis, Derek’s prowess with building the modern pyr...
2023-08-1325 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCavalera Conspiracy - Bestial Devastation/Morbid Visions Album ReviewSend us a textThis time around we're getting into not one, but two albums from Cavalera Conspiracy; Bestial Devastation and Morbid Visions. Max, Iggor and crew have re-recorded both of these albums that were first given to the world back in 1985 and 1986, respectively, and we've been waiting to dig in. In other news, David gets a phone call, Derek yearns for the days of cassette tapes from the Dartmouth Bookstore and John secretly escapes one more week without being posted online in pigtails.Check the Instagram profile for all our other Sh!t...
2023-08-0624 min
Shit Talk ReviewsSpirit Adrift - Ghost At The Gallows ReviewSend us a textThis week the topic at hand is the latest release from Spirit Adrift: Ghost At The Gallows. Surely you're asking yourself what went down in the STR studio, and we're here to satiate your need for the hottest info. We dive headfirst into Nate Garrett's killer album, suffer through David's general frustration and anger, get reminded that of all things that Derek is 100% not an idiot and when it comes to Spirit Countries, John is a solid Switzerland. What spirit country are you?Take a stroll and swing by our Instagram p...
2023-07-3029 min
More Math for More PeopleEpisode 3.7: Where Joel and Misty discuss pairing Wine and Cheese as well as revolutionizing High School Math Education with Dr. John StaleyJoin Joel and Misty they celebrate National Wine and Cheese Day, sharing their personal favorites.They they talk with a distinguished guest, Dr. John Staley, about his thoughts about revolutionizing high school mathematics. As a contributor to Catalyzing Change, he brings a wealth of knowledge on setting high standards for high school math, ensuring access for all students, and innovative teaching practices. They discuss the power of technology, the importance of reasoning, proof, and creating student-centered structures in high school math education. Be part of this insightful conversation and get ready to be inspired by Dr. Staley's...
2023-07-2535 min
Shit Talk ReviewsCurrents - The Death We Seek ReviewSend us a textOnce again we find ourselves in different parts of the country this week as we talk about the new Currents album The Death We Seek. We chat about climbing out of a tough week as David lets his private "bead" collection out into the wild, Derek fishes for more sponsorship dollars and John tries desperately to just keep it together.Check out our Instagram profile and join us for more nonsense in the Trust Tree while we talk new albums and abuse one another.#currents #thedeathweseek #progressivemetal #djent
2023-07-2320 min
Shit Talk ReviewsPodcast Quickie - Deserted Island AlbumsSend us a textYou're stuck on a deserted island. Forever. You've got next to nothing with you except (obviously) a few albums and the means to play them. We jump in for a quick conversation about a few of the albums that we'd definitely want with us. No surprise to any of us, David wants the quintessential Barry Manilow collection. Derek throws a curveball and goes with a Bette Midler retrospective and John keeps it super classy with the Muppets Greatest Hits.Which albums would be on your list?#desertedisland #musthavealbums #p...
2023-07-1406 min
Shit Talk ReviewsQueens Of The Stone Age - In Times New Roman ReviewSend us a textQueens Of The Stone Age dropped a new album and we just had to get into it. It’s a spicy bit of conversation and the guns were blazing. David J’s forehead has a target on it, Derek inadvertently launches an idea for a White Stripes reggae band and John still can’t read. Check our IG and LinkTree for this and all our other reviews and do some defacing with some Sh!t Talk stickers! IG - https://tinyurl.com/2p85p9se
2023-07-0923 min
Shit Talk ReviewsOneFromTheNorth - Regime, Salvation & the Pyre ReviewSend us a textOnce again, David J has flown the coop, so we're relegated to Zoom to dig into this week's album review. Finland's own OneFromTheNorth steps up with his third album, and he brings the madness with a fusion of metal and electronic. We also learn that John can't read, Derek loves domestic beer and David can live (at least) one more week with a reduced level of fear.#industrialmetal #onefromthenorth
2023-07-0225 min
Shit Talk ReviewsKing Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard - PetroDragonic Apocalypse; … ReviewSend us a textThings fall apart pretty quickly with this episode. (Then they get better, then all hell breaks loose.) Throughout all of it though, we get to talk about the latest release from King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard: PetroDragonic Apocalypse; or, Dawn of Eternal Night: An Annihilation of Planet Earth and the Beginning of Merciless Damnation. David J looks past his advanced age and laces up his skates again, Derek contemplates a sexual assault at the hands (paws? claws?) of motion-picture-based-beasts of various sizes and John instigates and tries to keep his head down a...
2023-06-2627 min
NCSM Leadership in Mathematics Education Learning with LeadersEpisode86-Denise Thornton and Dr. John Staley, "The Launch Years Math Organizations Leadership Network"Episode86-Denise Thornton and Dr. John Staley, "The Launch Years Math Organizations Leadership Network"
2023-06-1144 min
Shit Talk ReviewsVeil Of Maya - [m]other ReviewSend us a textOn this installment of A Gaggle Of Idiots Act Like They Know What They're Talking About, Derek and John lament David's absence, the guys set themselves up to be hunted and (potentially killed) by music industry heavyweights and they dig into [m]other, the killer new release from Veil Of Maya.Thanks to all who have supported us by sacrificing their scant few free minutes to check out what we're up to and to listen to our mindless ramblings on your chosen streaming platform. We appreciate the hell out...
2023-05-2921 min
Shit Talk ReviewsUnearth - The Wretched; The Ruinous ReviewSend us a textIn this episode we're talking about Unearth's latest album The Wretched; The Ruinous. We also explore the psychology of Derek's hypocrisy, John drinks some (more) lemonade and David puts forth an outlandish wardrobe request.
2023-05-2124 min
Gluten is NOT your problemSpanish Snacks & Mom AsksSpanish Snacks & Mom Asks by Walter Schmidt & John Staley
2023-03-201h 13
FleaflickerDoes Brandon Staley need to goWe discuss if Brandon Staley should have been fired after a 27 to 0 going into halftime only to lose the game. We discuss where Tom Brady might end up at and a surprise team or two that he could end up on. Jerry Jones getting too pumped up after the Cowboys win over the Bucs we discuss if he should hold off. Mike Brown says that he wants Joe Burrow to stay with the Bengals his entire career but can be deliverer on that.
2023-01-1959 min
Board Game BingeEpisode 206: John de Campos, Terrible Games LLCJohn de Campos is the founder/owner of Terrible Games LLC, A scrappy and visionary publishing house based out of Baltimore Maryland. In addition to being the lead developer, designer, and artist on all of Terrible Games releases thus far, John is also a working freelance artist, musician, and stay-at-home dad. His newest campaign, Black Mold, an immersive, co-op till it's not, survival horror escape game is currently on Kickstarter. Check out his campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tokenterrors/black-moldFOLLOW US ON: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boardgamebingeIn...
2022-10-2629 min
What's Your "And"?503: Sam Staley is an Economist & Alpine Skiier [podcast]Sam Staley talks about getting into his passion for alpine skiing, shifting over to teaching, and how his skills in skiing apply to his career!
2022-07-0636 minNCSM Leadership in Mathematics Education Learning with LeadersEpisode71-John Staley, "Rethinking Data Conversations"Episode71- John Staley, "Rethinking Data Conversations"
2022-06-1133 min
Teaching Math Teaching PodcastEpisode 50: The Transition Years: A Discussion with Dr. John StaleyLearning to teach math teachers better through an episode of The Transition Years.
The Transition Years podcast focuses on the complexity and importance of the transition years, the last two years of high school and the first two years of postsecondary education, on the mathematics experiences of students. Listen in as Joel Amidon and Dr. John Staley provide an overview of the transition years, key topics and issues to consider around the transition years, and to preview upcoming programming aimed to equip mathematics education leaders to be local change agents to improve the mathematics experiences and outcomes...
2021-08-2738 min
Amidon PlanetThe Transition Years: A Discussion with Dr. John StaleyThe Transition Years focuses on the complexity and importance of the transition years, the last two years of high school and the first two years of postsecondary education, on the mathematics experiences of students. Listen in as Joel Amidon and Dr. John Staley provide an overview of the transition years, key topics and issues to consider around the transition years, and to preview upcoming programming aimed to equip mathematics education leaders to be local change agents to improve the mathematics experiences and outcomes for all students.
The Transition Years is brought to you by the Launch Years...
2021-08-2036 min