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Pick A DiscLincoln: They Might Be Giants with Matt AukampPodcaster Matt Aukamp is the guest for this episode, talking about They Might Be Giants' Lincoln. Host: Matt LathamGuests: Matt Aukamp (Mutant Menace & Save Your Game)------------Listen to The Spotify Hall of Fame PlaylistEmail: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Bluesky | Instagram | FacebookPick A Disc(Ord) Discord ServerListen to We Dig Podcasts Shows: @wedigpodcasts | LinktreeLogo designed by: Dan Owen
2026-02-031h 39
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "We Slept At Last" by Marika Hackman with Guest Host Meghann WilhoiteMusician and podcast host Meghann Wilhoite is hosting the podcast in a new Matt Pick! Matt picks Marika Hackman's We Slept At Last and talks about it's role in the lead up to his 30th birthday, and just how much he's picked up on relistening to it after nearly a decade... Host: Matt LathamGuests: Meghann Wilhoite------------Listen to The Spotify Hall of Fame PlaylistEmail: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Bluesky | Instagram | FacebookPick A Disc(Ord) Discord ServerListen to We...
2025-06-241h 19
Over/underrated: a music podcast with Fran and BabsS8E10 - New York Rock: KISS (Overrated) & Teen Girl Scientist Monthly (Underrated) - with Matt LathamJoined for the second time by podcaster Matt Latham - whose output includes the Pick A Disc podcast - we are back in the biggest of apples to discuss two quite different bands...
KISS have nailed the marketing of their band probably better than any other group - but what do we think about their music, especially as most people in Europe only know a few of their hits?
And Matt picked Brooklyn-based Teen Girl Scientist Monthly as underrated, outlining how his well-trained algorithm led them his way and how he's forged a lovely relationship...
2025-01-301h 34
Free With This Months IssueFree With This Months Issue 72 - Matt Latham picks NME Awards 2008For this episode of Free With This Month's Issue we're joined by our We Dig Podcasts brother Matt Latham from Pick A Disc to talk about NME’s Awards 2008 cd from February 2008.The cd's tracklisting is1 - Manic Street Preachers - Umbrella (Originally by Rihanna)2 - The Futureheads - A Picture Of Dorian Gray (Originally by Television Personalities)3 - Lightspeed Champion - Back To Black (Originally by Amy Winehouse)4 - CSS - Knife (Originally by Grizzly Bear)5 - The Cribs - Modern Way (Originally by Kaiser Chiefs)6 - Kaiser Chiefs...
2025-01-191h 30
At the Movies in the 90sSouth Park Bigger, Longer and Uncut & Can't Hardly Wait with Matt Latham"Remember what the MPAA says; Horrific, Deplorable violence is okay, as long as people don't say any naughty woids! That's what this war is all about!"South Park Bigger, Longer & Uncut surely stands as the most profane animated musical ever made, but does it remains as funny as it was in 1999? In this episode of AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s, a podcast about the cinema of the 90s, your host A. J. Black is joined by old friend and guest, Matt Latham to dig into Trey Parker & Matt Stone's foul mouthed big screen version of...
2024-09-201h 34
At the Movies in the 90sMike Bassett: England Manager with Matt LathamWelcome back to AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s, a podcast about the cinema of the 90s.In this episode, your host A. J. Black is joined by recurring guest, podcaster Matt Latham of the Ask Us About Loom podcast, as part of our short series of football films tied into Euro 2024, to discuss the 2001 spoof documentary comedy Mike Bassett: England Manager...Host / EditorA. J. BlackGuestMatt LathamFind A. J. on Linktr.ee:https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterFind the podcast on...
2024-06-281h 42
Product for Product ManagementEP 106 - Break-Free with Henry LathamHenry Latham is a good friend of the podcast, and we talked with him in the past on a few occasions (episode 25 - Tools for Aspiring Product Managers, episode 47 - No Code Platforms - Softr, and episode 65 New book: Product Strategy is Simple). We are happy to have Henry on the show again, introducing his new venture and program Break Free.In recent year, Henry have identified a trend in the Product Management world, where many product people shows dissatisfaction with their career, moving from one company to the next, trying to find the best culture to work...
2024-05-1555 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks Vessel by twenty one pilots with Guest Host Jenn EvansIt's another Matt Pick episode! This time Matt is quizzed by artist & podcaster Jenn Evans about twenty one pilots' Vessel. Along the way, Jenn and Matt talk about the birth of friendships, unlikely music to bring family together and the live music experience. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Jenn Evans Listen to Let's Talk Records here!----Listen to The Spotify Hall of Fame PlaylistEmail: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | FacebookPick A Disc(Ord) Discord ServerListen to We D...
2024-04-301h 41
At the Movies in the 90sStreet Fighter & Spice World with Lee Chrimes, Matt Latham & Matt DawsonWelcome back to AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s, a podcast about the cinema of the 90s.In this episode, our latest Double Feature which hauls two recordings these kitsch 90s pictures out of mothballs from years earlier, your host A. J. Black is joined by brand new guest, film fan Lee Chrimes, to discuss Steven E. De Souza's 1994 video game adaptation Street Fighter.Then he is joined by brand new guests, podcaster Matt Latham & friend Matt Dawson, to chat 1997's pop madness that was Spice World, starring yes, The Spice Girls!Host...
2024-04-261h 02
Pick A DiscSpit In Your Ear: Spitting Image with Carl Bryan (Shipwrecked & Comatose Crossover)Did you know Matt is a regular co-host on a Red Dwarf podcast? No? Well now you do! In a special crossover with Shipwrecked and Comatose: A Red Dwarf Podcast, Matt is joined by fellow co-host Carl Bryan to talk about 80s satire puppet show Spitting Image and it's first spin-off album: Spit In Your Ear!Host: Matt LathamGuest: Carl Bryan----Listen to The Spotify Hall of Fame PlaylistEmail: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | FacebookPick A Disc(Ord) Discord...
2024-02-061h 24
Pick A DiscThe Matt Playlist (The Fifth Birthday Special Edition) with Guest Host Colin-Jackson BrownHAPPY BIRTHDAY PICK A DISC! To celebrate five years, Colin Jackson-Brown sits with Matt to talk about ten random songs that Matt wants to talk about for random reasons. Host: Colin Jackson-BrownGuest: Matt Latham----Listen to The Spotify Hall of Fame PlaylistEmail: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | FacebookPick A Disc(Ord) Discord ServerListen to We Dig Podcasts Shows: @wedigpodcasts | LinktreeLogo designed by: Dan Owen
2024-01-091h 59
Den of Ten44. Top Ten Pop Songs of the 1990s (ft. Matt Latham from Pick A Disc)Welcome to DEN OF TEN, a podcast counting down top tens of pop culture topics.In episode 44, your hosts, Sam Stokes and Ed Gee, are joined by special returning guest Matt Latham, as they activate their nostalgia glands and embark on a mission through the best 90s pop songs...Host / Editor / ProducerSam StokesCo-Host / ProducerEd GeeGuestMatt LathamExecutive ProducerTony BlackFind the podcast on Twitter/Instagram: @denoftenpodFind Sam on Twitter: @samstokes22Find...
2023-06-211h 26
Product for Product ManagementEP 65 - Product Strategy is Simple with Henry LathamWe are pleased to start 2023 with a returning guest, to talk about his upcoming new book for the Product Management community. Henry Latham, Founder and Lead Mentor at Prod MBA, is publishing “Product Strategy is Simple”. A much needed perspective in the ever growing world of product management knowledge, many people think that Product Strategy is HARD. This was the goal Henry had in front of him when writing the book. From his own words: Product Management is Simple is a short, actionable guide to craft, validate & communicate your product strategy effectively, perfected from coaching over 270 Product Managers, Owners & Leaders in p...
2023-01-1134 min
Free With This Months IssueFree With This Months Issue 48 - Matt Latham picks Mojo Presents The Best of 2022It's the end of 2022 and christmas season so rather than our usual nostalgic journeys into the past, this month Matt Latham (who you'll know from the excellent Pick A Disc, Shipwrecked & Comatose, No Book Club, & Ask Us About Loom podcasts) joins us to discuss Mojo presents The Best of 2022 from, well, now. It's still in the shops at the time of uploading, so go to your local magazine purveyor and buy a copy!The cd's full tracklisting is -1 - Wet Leg - Too Late Now2 - Suede - She Still Leads Me On3...
2022-12-111h 06
Impact InvestingEp21 - Will Rowe, Founder & CEO Octopus HydrogenTom and Matt learn all about green hydrogen from Will Rowe, Founder and CEO of Octopus Hydrogen! Book mentioned in the ep: The Hydrogen Economy https://tinyurl.com/y43427xw Nothing in this episode is financial advice and when investing your capital is at risk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1626 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Romance is Boring" by Los Campesinos! with Branden P (Better Band Podcast)Here we are. The 100th episode of Pick A Disc (if you ignore the best ofs and other bonus episodes). For this milestone episode Matt is picking his number one favourite album of all time, Los Campesinos' "Romance Is Boring" from 2010. Matt talks about how the band changed and forged him a musical identity, as well as kick starting his love of live music. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Branden P (The Better Band Podcast)----Email: Pick A DiscFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook...
2022-11-082h 23Impact InvestingEp15 - Bonus Episode - Blue Earth Summit Podcast - Matt and Tom InterviewIn this Bonus Episode we share our interview with the Blue Earth Summit Podcast. Remember nothing in this podcast is financial advice and when investing your capital is at riskTheir show notes: Summary Tom McGillycuddy and Matt Latham, Co-Founders of CIRCA5000 tell us how and why we should consider investing in sustainable businesses. Description“If you were trying to find the perfect company to invest in, you’d never make a single decision. There are always trade offs.”Tom McGi...
2022-10-1026 min
Den of Ten12. Top Ten Albums of the 2010s (ft. Matt Latham from Pick A Disc)Welcome to DEN OF TEN, a podcast counting down top tens of pop culture topics.In episode 12, your hosts, Sam Stokes and Ed Gee, are joined by their very first special guest, Matt Latham, from the Pick A Disc podcast, as they face the intimidating task of picking the best albums of the 2010s...Host / Editor / ProducerSam StokesCo-Host / ProducerEdd GeeGuestMatt LathamExecutive ProducerTony BlackFind the podcast on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram: @denoftenpodFind...
2022-08-191h 30
Pick A DiscMusic from the Motion Picture Josie and the Pussycats: Josie and the Pussycats with Sara Feigin (Name 3 Songs)Take a trip back to the early 00's with the fictional band Josie and the Pussycats from the same movie with Matt and guest Sara Feigin from the Name 3 Songs podcast! Matt and Sara chat about how the film was one of the biggest foundations of Sara-The-Adult. Whilst also talking about the legends that are Dujour....Host: Matt LathamGuest: Sara FeiginListen to Hits Don't Lie Listen to Name 3 Songs here: https://name3songs.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick...
2022-08-161h 05Impact InvestingEp2 - The 4 things you need to know about investingIn this episode we discuss in more detail the four key parts of investing (as we see it)... 1) Think long term 2) Invest regularly 3) Diversify 4) Make an impact Please share your thoughts / feedback / comments to podcast@circa5000.comThanks, Matt & Tom This podcast is not financial advice and when investing your capital is at risk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-2823 minImpact InvestingEpisode 1 - IntroWe thought we would give an introduction to the podcast and invite you to send your feedback both positive and negative to podcast@circa5000.com! Let us know what you would like to cover in future episodes or if you would like us to pack it in. Our marketing team would like us to make it clear that they have had no part in this low quality production! (Except for Jen that we roped in to recording the intro / outro) Thanks, Matt & Tom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2022-06-2807 min
Soundtrack Your Life | A Film and TV PodcastHow is Buffy The Vampire Slayer: The Album (1999) part of Pick a Disc's Origin Story? w/ Matt Latham of Pick a DiscMatt Latham from the Pick a Disc podcast, joins Ryan and Brandice, all the way from the UK to talk about the soundtrack to the TV series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. This 1999 soundtrack and TV show has had a profound impact on Matt's life, and Matt shares the Pick a Disc origin story. Ryan, Brandice and Matt discuss about the iconic Nerf Herder theme song for the show, as well as a cover of it that shows up on the Buffy: Radio Sunnydale compilation. Ryan points out why the production of the song Teenage FBI clicks with Matt so well...
2022-06-271h 16
Pick A DiscMatt Picks the Yellowjackets First Season Playlist with Colin (We Dig Music)It's a Matt Pick! Episode 90 sees Colin from We Dig Music in the hosting chair again to chat with Matt on his pick of the Season One playlist of the hit Showtime TV series Yellowjackets. Hear Colin's memories of the songs played, and just how many bands Matt may need to listen to. Also, bask in how this definitely, definitely isn't a way to get two episodes of different podcast with half the effort...Host: Matt LathamGuest: Colin (We Dig Music)https://www.wedigpodcasts.com/Listen to No Book Club here...
2022-06-212h 06
Pick A DiscBlack Holes and Revelations: Muse with Baz GreenlandAuthor and podcaster Baz Greenland is the latest guest on the podcast to talk about Muse's "Black Holes and Revelations". He and Matt talk about the epic-ness of Muse's sound, Matt Bellamy's voice and the guitar hero. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Baz GreenlandFind all of Baz's writing, podcasts and other assorted works on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BazGreenlandFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispod...
2022-06-071h 09
Right in the Childhood37 - ReBoot with Matt LathamEpisode 37 of Right In The Childhood!Right in the Childhood is a podcast about nostalgia and kids TV. The show's host is Mark Adams. Mark is a 43 year old on the edge of Gen X and Millennial, and he invites various friends of all ages and generations to have a chat about a kids' TV show of their choice. They take a look at this treasured TV show from their childhood, share memories, discuss whether the other host has heard of it, rewatch a few episodes and then discuss how it hold up with the hope that it...
2022-05-111h 22
Product for Product ManagementEP 47 - Softr with Henry LathamOne of the great things about exploring the products for Product people, is finding new products we didn’t know about. In this episode, Matt and Moshe learn about Softr (is it pronounced Soft-er or Soft-R?), from Henry Latham, who returned to the podcast to tell us all about it (check out episode 25, Tools for Aspiring Product Managers for his first show with us). Henry, Founder and Lead Mentor at Prod MBA, uses multiple No Code platforms with his students, to help them learn how to manage products by building a product. He has a great series on Yo...
2022-04-1937 min
Pick A DiscLife In Cartoon Motion: Mika with Matt Bird (SP10 Podcast)Matt from the SP10 Podcast talks to Matt from the PAD podcast about Mika's debut album "Life in Cartoon Motion." Where they cover everything from colourful artwork to catchy constant basslines. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Matt Bird (SP10 Podcast)Explore all things SP10 Related here!https://linktr.ee/SP10PodFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made...
2022-03-291h 20
The Bobcats, A Bob Dylan Fan PodcastEp. 22, Sean Latham: A Living Monument To The Evolution Of Popular American MusicDylan scholar and founding director of the Institute for Bob Dylan Studies at Tulsa University Sean Latham joins the show. He shares his thoughts on Bob's new book The Philosophy of Modern Song, some of the insights he's gained and discoveries he's made while exploring the Bob Dylan archives, the parallels between Dylan and James Joyce, his experience bringing Dylan fans together for the 2019 symposium, what's planned for the 2022 and '23 Tulsa events, and what role the archive will have in shaping Dylan's legacy. You can read more about Sean at seanlatham.com and f...
2022-03-211h 19
Pick A DiscFinal Fantasy X: The Official Soundtrack with Pragya Saxena from Reel Asian PodcastThis week, Pragya Saxena from Reel Asian Podcast brings forth the Final Fantasy X Soundtrack to discuss with Matt! A big FF fan himself, Matt and Pragya manage to not geek out about the series/game long enough to talk about the soundtrack, it's influences and how it reflects the games sombre story. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Pragya Saxenahttps://lnk.bio/reelasianpodcastFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made...
2022-02-151h 35
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Scatman's World" by Scatman John with Guest Host Jon PorobilFor the podcast's 80th episode Matt is picking the 1995 Scatman John album "Scatman's World". A weird hybrid of jazz and eurodance, Matt explains to guest host Jon Porobil just what it is about Scatman John that is more endearing to listeners than you may think...Host: Matt LathamGuest: Jon PorobilListen to Jon's music here! https://jonporobil.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispod
2022-02-011h 19
Pick A DiscTango In The Night: Fleetwood Mac with Peter (Pop Gays of a Certain Age)Peter from the Pop Gays of a Certain Age brings forth Fleetwood Mac's second best selling album, "Tango In The Night". Alongside the story of it's recording, Peter and Matt talk about how Peter first listened to the album (car cassettes ahoy!) as well as the album supposedly being a Lindsey Buckingham solo album to begin with...Host: Matt LathamGuest: Peter (Pop Gays of A Certain Age)https://twitter.com/popgayshttps://twitter.com/pollarikFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com....
2022-01-041h 03
Pick A DiscThe Yearbook (& The Medicine EP): Baby Queen (Best of 2021 & The Wages of Fear Award)Baby Queen is the stage name for alt-pop singer Arabella Latham (no relation). Releasing the Medicine EP last year, and The Yearbook Mixtape this year - this episode covers both. With The Yearbook being a Pick of 2021 and The Medicine EP winning the Pick A Disc Wages of Fear award!Featuring picks from:Kiara from "Kiara Gets Drunk and Talks About Music" - Picking Bo Burham's "Inside"Host: Matt LathamFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite...
2021-12-3008 min
Pick A DiscJeff Wayne's Musical Version of War of the World's with Colin (We Dig Music)After a gap of forty-four episodes, we welcome back Colin to the podcast! Colin brings forth a creepy, unique album in the form of Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of the War of the Worlds. Hear he and Matt talk about how the album formed a lot of what Colin's loves about music, the weird connections to all sorts of different UK staples and the different adaptations of H.G. Wells' original novel. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Colin (We Dig Music)You can follow Colin's ventures below:https://www.wedigpodcasts.com/https://drivenlikethesnow...
2021-12-211h 30
Pick A DiscPermission to Land: The Darkness with Brandi LukasBrandi Lukas from the Brandi Is Going To Hell podcast beings forth The Darkness's debut album "Permission to Land" on this edition of the podcast. She and Matt talk about how they first heard of the band, their live experiences and the impact that liking a band can have on someone's life. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Brandi Lukas Listen to Brandi's podcast: https://brandiisgoingtohell.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3u...
2021-12-071h 34
Pick A DiscThe Metallica Blacklist with Kate from The Passing Notes ProjectKate from the Passing Notes project brings forth the challenge of listening to the complete Metallica Blacklist and going through each track with Matt, crafting their own playlists at the end! Along the way they discuss the nature of covers and ponder the reasoning behind why some songs have more covers than others...Host: Matt LathamGuest: Kate (Passing Notes Project)Check out the Passing Notes Project here: https://www.instagram.com/passingnotesproject/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord...
2021-11-231h 27
Frame to FrameEpisode 74 - Twin Dragons and Splitting Heirs (With Special Guest Matt Latham)This week, Andy and Sean are joined by We Made This's Pick a Disc host Matt Latham to discuss his theme of switched at birth films. The films were the Jackie Chan twin action-comedy Twin Dragons and the Eric Idle penned farce Splitting Heirs.You can find Matt every 2 weeks on Pick a Disc which can be found on the We Made This network here: https://wemadethisnetwork.com/category/podcasts/music-podcasts/disc/ The timings for this week are:Twin Dragons: (6:07)Splitting Heirs: (27:16)Next week's theme will be films with the main characters...
2021-11-0256 min
Pick A DiscBuzz: Steps with James AddisReturning to the podcast with the group he was destined to talk about, James Addis talks about the British pop group's third album "Buzz". Along the way they talk about the individual members' roles in the group, the state of pop music and both his and Matt's live experiences with Steps...Host: Matt LathamGuest: James AddisFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/...
2021-10-261h 23
Product for Product ManagementEP 25 - Tools for Aspiring Product Managers with Henry LathamAre you an aspiring Product Manager looking to gain more experience in product, in order to land your first role? Or are you already a product professional and looking for more ways to do hands-on work in areas you might not have touched before? In this episode, Matt and Moshe met with Henry Latham, Founder and Lead Mentor at Prod MBA, and self-professed failed former startup founder who learned from his failures what it really means to build successful products. In the episode, Henry shared how learning by doing is the best approach to become great product people...
2021-10-1235 min
Pick A DiscHawkeye and Firebird: Monotrona with George ChenFrom the late 90s/early 00s - Sup Doc's George Chen brings forth Hawkeye and Firebird, an 8-track album of twenty minutes chronicling a bizarre relationship between human and machine. All set to C64 samples and sung in a childlike voice. Whilst dressed as a Samarai. It has to be listened to to be believed. George and Matt talk about the Chicago music scene as well as the technical capabilities of 8-bit MIDI in this episode of the podcast!Host: Matt LathamGuest: George ChenVisit Zum Audio here: https://linktr.ee/zumaudio...
2021-10-121h 16
Pick A DiscThe 1975: The 1975 with Rylan from the Punch Drunk Vinyl podcastBringing forth Manchester's The 1975, Rylan from the Punch Drunk Vinyl Podcast finally gets Matt to listen to them. Along the way they talk a *lot* about Matty Healy, Pale Waves and the importance of the frontman in a band. Host: Matt LathamGuest: RylanListen to Punch Drunk Vinyl! https://www.punchdrunkvinyl.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the...
2021-09-281h 24
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Get RID!" by Robots in Disguise with Guest Host Babs from Over/UnderratedEpisode 70! As always on the multiple of ten episodes, Matt picks the album! Guest hosting is Babs from Over/Underrated to talk about Robots In Disguise's second album "Get RiD". Alongside the album, there's talk on MySpace, music videos and much more!#music #podcast #podcasts #musicpodcasts #musicpodcast #musiccommentary #podcastersofinstagram #britpodscene #robotsindisguise #suedenim #deeplume #electroclash #riotgrrl #getridHost: Matt LathamGuest: BabsVisit and listen to Over/Underrated! https://anchor.fm/overunderratedmusicpodFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord...
2021-09-141h 19
Pick A DiscThe Cars: The Cars with Brian from Playlist WarsBrian from the Playlist Wars podcast introduces Matt to his favourite album of all time, the 1978 self-titled debut from The Cars. They talk a little about the band, how they probably influenced the genre of New Wave and how they're all staples of US rock radio to this day! This was a great one to record....Host: Matt Latham Guest: Brian ColburnListen to Playlist Wars https://playlistwars.wordpress.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com...
2021-08-171h 09
Pick A DiscHandwritten: The Gaslight Anthem with Mike SlamerVenturing back to New Jersey, Matt is joined by Mike Slamer to talk about The Gaslight Anthem's "Handwritten". Expect talk of places having a "sound", associating car journeys with albums and Russian dogs. Host: Matt Latham Guest: Mike Slamerhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/gotham-u-a-batman-podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/we-are-starfleet-a-star-trek-podcastFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We...
2021-07-201h 20
Pick A DiscMy Love Is Cool: Wolf Alice with Jenna MillionMatt talks to Jenna Million from Name 3 Songs and This Is My Brain on Music about the debut album from Wolf Alice, "My Love Is Cool". Jenna revisits gig memories and learns new stuff about the songs in the lead up to this podcast. Matt also has history with the album. How much? Well listen and find out!Host: Matt LathamGuest: Jenna Million http://www.jennamillion.com/Listen to Name 3 Songs: https://name3songs.com/Listen to This Is My Brain on Music:https://open.spotify.com/show...
2021-06-221h 27Over/underrated: a music podcast with Fran and BabsS2E6 - (Greater) Manchester: The Courteeners (Overrated) & (We Are) Performance (Underrated) - with Matt LathamWe're back travelling across the UK to (Greater) Manchester with special guest Matt Latham from the Pickadisc podcast. We discuss whether Courteeners successfully manage to escape the "landfill indie" label - despite having some great lyrics? Also, Matt introduces Fran & Babs to (We Are) Performance, who make "catchy, '80s inspired pop with a dance-rock bent" - something which, on paper, sounds right up our streets...
Listen to Matt's podcast Pickadisc in most places you find podcasts. Babs previously guested on Pickadisc, where she picked the album Future Perfect by Autolux.
You can find the p...
2021-06-101h 20
Meat For TeacastS2 E20 Elizabeth Macduffie with Matt Latham on the Pick A Disc Podcast: A Tribe Called Quest - Low End TheoryIn this special episode, we're honored to be able to "re-broadcast" (is that "re-podcast"?!) Elizabeth's outing on the Pick A Disc podcast with Matt Latham. They discuss A Tribe Called Quest's "Low End Theory" album and more..! Please do check out Matt's podcast and also everything else on the We Made This podcast network. Cool folks over there!
2021-06-061h 28
Pick A DiscThe Low End Theory: A Tribe Called Quest with Elizabeth MacDuffieWhat might be Pick A Disc's first episode on a pure Hip Hop album, Matt is joined by Elizabeth MacDuffie to discuss The Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest. The influence of the album, it's production and it's general sound are all talked about, alongside it's cultural relevance and how it saw the genesis of a few big named rappers. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Elizabeth McDuffieCheck out Meat For Tea and the Meat for Teacast!!https://www.instagram.com/meatforteahttps://www.facebook.com/meatforteahttps://www.facebook...
2021-05-251h 13
Pick A DiscMean Everything to Nothing: Manchester Orchestra with Ed PooleLiverpool's Ed Poole talks to Matt about Manchester Orchestra's "Mean Everything to Nothing" and how Ed finds it gets better with age. They talk about Andy Hull's upbringing and how that translates into the lyrics and how that can be relatable. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Ed PooleVisit Ed's site here: https://www.edpoolemusic.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/...
2021-05-111h 14
Pick A DiscMatt Picks the Untitled blink-182 Album with Guest Host Dan O'DellMatt is picking the album again with guest host Dan O'Dell aka Heartwork to talk about blink-182's Untitled album. They discuss their history with blink-182, their role in the culture of the late 90s/early 00s, the direction the album goes in and just frankly how ace the album is in general. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Dan O'DellFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod...
2021-04-271h 33
Pick A DiscLive Bullet: Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band with Bill Van VeghelDipping into the 1970s Detroit music scene, Matt and guest Bill Van Veghel talk about Bob Seger and his Silver Bullet Band's live album "Live Bullet". They talk about the atmosphere of live music, the Detroit scene, the twenty-year nostalgia cycle and inadvertently some artists close to Matt's hometown...Host: Matt LathamGuest: Bill Van VeghelGive Bill's podcasts a listen here:https://phantomgalaxy.podbean.com/http://landofthecreeps.blogspot.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https...
2021-04-131h 09
Pick A DiscWhen We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?: Billie Eilish with Kiara from Kiara Gets Drunk and Talks About MusicSpeaking about arguably one of the biggest pop albums from one of the biggest pop icons of the last couple of years, Kiara (from the Kiara Gets Drunk and Talks About Music podcast) muses on the growing talent of a new generation of artists. Kiara talks to Matt about Billie Eilish and her debut, talking about the sound, image and the impact this will have on pop music in the next few years. Host: Matt LathamGuest: KiaraListen to Kiara Gets Drunk and Talks About Music: https://soundcloud.com/user-640576017Follow us...
2021-03-301h 06
Real Estate Uncensored - Real Estate Sales & Marketing Training PodcastSimplify Everything and WIN w/Jeff LathamThe saying, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy” speaks volumes for those of us constantly hustling to reach our goals. We adopt the mindset that we have to suffer to achieve, and as a result, we lose sight of other meaningful aspects of our lives. But what if there was a way we could be successful in our business and thrive in our personal lives? How do we find joy and value in our everyday routine, and simplify our lives? In this episode, CEO and Owner of Latham Realty Unlimited, Jeff Latham...
2021-03-1947 min
Pick A DiscConfessions: Usher with Raymond Luu from Reel Asian PodcastA very successful album, and one that Raymond Luu, from the Reel Asian Podcast, believes redefined the R'n'B genre. From the stories behind the songs and the discussion of the massive hit that was "Yeah", Ray and Matt deep dive on the first R'n'B album to be covered on Pick A Disc!Host: Matt LathamGuest: Raymond Luuhttps://lnk.bio/reelasianpodcastFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This:
2021-03-161h 05
Pick A DiscLet Love In: Goo Goo Dolls with Craig McKenzieCraig Mckenzie from the Kneel Before Blog and Podcast 616 on We Made This is the guest this fortnight as he talks about how he's rediscovered and found new things in The Goo Goo Dolls' "Let Love In". Matt chats to Craig about the process of finding new meaning in songs over time, especially with the current global pandemic. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Craig McKenziehttp://kneelbeforeblog.co.uk/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3...
2021-02-161h 01
Pick A DiscToo Rye Ay: Dexys Midnight Runners with James AddisLong time friend and sometimes influencer of Matt's music taste: James Addis is the guest this episode to talk about a band that he loves, Dexys and the album "Too-Rye-Ay" which has "Come on Eileen" on it. They're the band behind that song. They talk about how underrated the band are and just how versatile and influential they are. Host: Matt LathamGuest: James AddisFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made...
2021-01-1957 min
Pick A DiscOutside: David Bowie with Lee ChrimesBack in 2015 Pick A Disc was a backdoor pilot episode on the movie podcast Pick A Flick. the guest was Lee Chrimes and the album talked about was Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds' "Murder Ballads". So Lee is OG from back in the day, and he's here to talk about the David Bowie album "Outside". An interesting experimental album with a lot of stuff going on, Matt and Lee delve deep into the album and how it's influenced Lee's creativity all these years. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Lee ChrimesFollow us on Twitter...
2021-01-051h 03
Pick A DiscMultiverse: The Manimals (Pick A Disc's Best of 2020)Welcome to Pick A Disc's Best of 2020! To begin with, we have the "Wages of Fear" award given to the album discovered this year that was released in a previous year. This year that album belongs to The Manimals' "Multiverse". An album so densely packed with layers of meaning and interpretation that ten minutes of me rambling doesn't seem enough. Also included in this episode is a snapshot of Matt Roi Berger of Teen Girl Scientist Monthly speaking about the album and the band themselves. Host: Matt LathamFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickAD...
2020-12-2610 min
Pick A DiscThe Love Actually Soundtrack with Meg from Gin and Beer ItMatt welcomes back Meg from the Gin and Beer It podcast to talk about the soundtrack to the very divisive movie Love Actually. They talk about the movie alongside the songs, and the differences between the UK and the US release. They also talk about Christmas, as this is a Christmas special! Host: Matt LathamGuest: MegVisit and listen to Gin and Beer It! https://ginandbeeritshow.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3...
2020-12-221h 01
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Hyper Trophy" by Teen Girl Scientist Monthly with Matt Roi Berger of Teen Girl Scientist MonthlyFifty episodes young! Matt picks an album he regards as one of his top-tier favourites, Teen Girl Scientist Monthly's "Hyper Trophy". In a first for the podcast, Matt speaks to a member of the band behind the album in question! Vocalist/principal songwriter for the band, Matt Roi Berger, speaks to Matt about the genesis of the band and the songs on the album. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Matt Roi Berger Listen to Teen Girl Scientist Monthly Here: https://tgsm.tumblr.com/Listen to Fall of the House of Sunshine here: http://www...
2020-12-081h 18
Pick A DiscThe OST for Pretty Woman with Dana from To Buy, To Let, To MurderDana from the "To Buy, To Let, To Murder" podcast joins Matt to talk about a movie soundtrack that shaped her music taste, even if her opinion of the movie differs a lot. With chat about what the movie is trying to represent and how it contrasts with the songs, as well as how the movie's legacy as a milestone of the early 90s clashes with the songs on the soundtrack. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Dana (To Buy, To Let, To Murder)Listen to To Buy, To Let, To Murder: https://www.spreaker.com...
2020-11-101h 08
Pick A DiscRiot!: Paramore with Leah from She Will Rock YouLeah from the She Will Rock You podcast is the guest for this episode as she and Matt talk about Paramore's second album, "Riot!" They talk about the youth of the band, a bit about Fuelled by Ramen, the amount of times Leah has listened to the album and about the track "Misery Business".Host: Matt LathamGuest: Leah (She Will Rock You)Listen to She Will Rock You: https://anchor.fm/she-will-rock-youFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:
2020-10-271h 00
Pick A DiscStranger Than Fiction: Bad Religion with Carl BryanLA Punk rockers Bad Religion are the focus of this episode of the podcast as Cerebal Jukebox host Carl Bryan talks to Matt about their first album on a major label, "Stranger Than Fiction". They discuss their role in the Punk genre and Carl's story of discovering them.Host: Matt LathamGuest: Carl BryanFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made This Podcast Network Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/555675501618787/
2020-10-131h 00
Pick A DiscA Fever You Can't Sweat Out: Panic! At The Disco with Meg from Gin and Beer ItMatt is joined by Meg from Gin and Beer It as she talks about the debut Panic! At The Disco album "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out". They speak about the sound of the album and it's relationship with the rest of the discography and more!Host: Matt LathamGuest: MegVisit and listen to Gin and Beer It! https://ginandbeeritshow.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made Th...
2020-09-291h 04
Pick A DiscThe Race For Space: Public Service Broadcasting with Luke WinchA textbook in audio form, "The Race For Space" by Public Service Broadcasting is the album that Luke Winch has brought to the table today. He and Matt discuss the album's themes, the link to history and a bit about Luke's music taste in general.Host: Matt LathamGuest: Luke WinchFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made This Podcast Network Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/555675501618787/The...
2020-09-1554 min
Pick A DiscWhatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not: Arctic Monkeys with Bo NicholsonThe second half of the Pretty Fly Podcast hosting team, Bo Nicholson selects an album by a band that Matt has stated on the podcast previously that he's not a fan of. So Bo took on that challenge....Host: Matt LathamGuest: Bo NicholsonListen to Pretty Fly! A 90s Nostalgia Podcast here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/pretty-flyFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made This Podcast Network...
2020-09-011h 06
Cerebral JukeboxSoul U*nique - 3iL (w/ Matt Latham)In this episode Carl is joined by podcaster Matt Latham to discuss the little known pop tune "3iL" by Soul U*Nique. Listen as we discuss how Matt came across this act that only ever released two Top 50 singles, the workings of pop groups and the overall landscape of 2000 era pop. - Host - Carl Bryan [allmylinks.com/mistercarl] - Guest - Matt Latham [twitter.com/AskUsAboutLoom - twitter.com/pickadisc] - Cerebral Jukebox on Twitter: @cerebraljukebox - We Made This on Twitter: @wemadethispod - wemadethispod.com
2020-08-2922 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Maroon" by Barenaked Ladies with Guest Host Jon PorobillJon Porobill of the PLAY DISC podcast takes over another podcast with the word 'disc' in it to interview Matt about the album Maroon by Canadian superstars, Barenaked Ladies. They talk about the band members, Steven Page's leaving, seeing them live and a few of the songs on the album. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Jon PorobillListen to PLAY DISC here: https://playdisc.fireside.fm/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join th...
2020-07-211h 07
We Played ThisMatt Latham loves Final FantasyToday I'm joined by Matt Latham from the excellent podcast Pick A Disc. We talk about the Final Fantasy series, our favourite plot twists in games, and we try to figure out Matt's favourite half-remembered arcade machine.Host/Editor: Tim HentonGuest: Matt LathamMusic: David S. Walker aka Kyoto DragonLogo: Carl BryanTwitter: @weplayedthispodWe Made This: @wemadethispod
2020-07-151h 01
Pick A DiscLove Ire and Song: Frank Turner with Kez ParvinGrowing up, failed revolutions, grief and...um, carrier bags are all in this episode of the podcast as Matt speaks to Kez Parvin of the 2P's in a Pod podcast to talk about Frank Turner's second album: "Love Ire and Song"Host: Matt Latham Guest: Kez ParvinListen to 2P's in a Pod here: https://2ppodcast.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.We Made This:@wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/Join the We Made This Podcast Network Facebook Group...
2020-07-071h 05
The Renewed Leader Podcast#43: Matt Hoole - How to Communicate You Are Re-GatheringMatt Hoole has been in full-time ministry for over 20 years. Matt has served as a Youth Pastor, Worship Pastor, and now Lead Pastor. Before becoming the lead pastor in January of 2020 Matt was the Worship Pastor at Mechanicsville for 7 years. In January of 2020 Mechanicsville Christian Center officially voted Matt in as their Lead Pastor completing a two years succession plan. He is married to Andrea for 20 years, and they have 4 kids (Judah, Daniel, Madison, Ellasyn) and 1 dog (Lola). He likes coffee and long walks on the beach.
In this conversation we talk about their two-year succession plan as well as h...
2020-05-2733 min
Pick A Disc100 Broken Windows: Idlewild with AnniemusicA departure from the sound of their first album, Scottish band Idlewild came back with a more much mature, mellower sound with "100 Broken Windows". Singer AnnieMusic and Matt discuss Roddy Woomble's knack for a chorus, the blending of several influences and seeing them live. Host: Matt LathamGuest: AnnieMusicListen to Mondegreen here: https://heymondegreen.bandcamp.com/Listen to AnnieMusic here: https://anniesmusicplace.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/
2020-05-121h 04
Free With This Months IssueFree With This Months Issue 15 - Matt Latham from Pick A Disc Podcast selects Plan B B'Wich'dIn episode 15 Matt Latham from the Pick A Disc podcast joins us to talk about Plan B Magazine's B'Wich'D Wichita records sampler from August 2008. The CD's full tracklisting is -1 - Those Dancing Days - Home Sweet Home (Rough Mix) 2 - Lovvers - Human Hair 3 - Sky Larkin - Antibodies (Demo) 4 - Los Campesinos - How I Taught Myself To Scream 5 - The Bronx - Knifeman 6 - Les Savy Fav - Meet Me In The Dollar Bin 7 - Conor Oberst - I Don't Want To Die (In A Hospital) 8...
2020-05-1059 min
Don't Say the C WordEpisode 38 - Matt Latham: Monkey Island Video GamesMark is joined by Matt Latham, the host of Pick A Disc on the We Made This Network, for a chat about the Monkey Island Games and point and click adventure games in general. Host: Mark AdamsGuest: Matt LathamTwitter: @DontSayTheCPodWe Made This On Twitter: @wemadethispodwww.wemadethispod.com
2020-05-0526 min
Pick A DiscAstro Creep 2000: White Zombie with Colin from WeDigMusicWhite Zombie's "Astro Creep 2000" has followed Colin for the majority of his life as it's "The Best Album Ever". Colin and Matt talk about metal and the sound of the album as Matt's not too familiar with the genre, It also appears to soundtrack trips to Ikea. Why? Give it a listen and find out. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Colin from WeDigMusicYou can follow Colin's ventures below:https://www.wedigpodcasts.com/https://drivenlikethesnow.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.
2020-04-141h 00
tickr - Impact InvestingCoronavirus and Impact InvestingOur first ever podcast! Hi - we are Matt & Tom the Co-founders of tickr. Under coronavirus lockdown we discuss the impact this pandemic has had on markets, take a look at how some of the thematic ETFs have performed and look at how the sustainable investing market has weathered the Coronavirus storm so far. We also have some bird song, a barking dog and a shout out to Elon Musk! Investing Without the BS: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M15nY9qbXloubOVD2YVNkJ-aVQg_o2cd/view?usp...
2020-03-2717 min
Pick A DiscMassachusetts: Scud Mountain Boys with Tracy BOne third of the (newly part of the We Made This network) We Dig Music podcast, Tracy B talks to Matt about the third Scud Mountain Boys' album "Massachusetts". They talk about the songwriting, Joe Pernice and inter connectivity in songs. There's also a game played at the start. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Tracy BYou can follow We Dig Music below:https://www.spreaker.com/show/we-dig-musicFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook...
2020-03-1758 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Give Up" by The Postal Service with Guest Host Tim HentonMatt is in the guest seat again! This time he talks to Without A Mouse's Tim Henton about The Postal Service's "Give Up." Alongside talk on the album, they also talk about side projects and those that might be better than the main projects. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Tim HentonListen to WithoutAMouse here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/without-a-mouseFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/We Made This: @we...
2020-03-031h 05
Pick A DiscPang: Caroline Polachek with Helena DeakinBack yet again for a THIRD time, Helena Deakin talks about Caroline Polachek's 2019 "Pang". They'll talk about the usual things: songs, songwriting, Caroline etc. etc. There's even a bit about Matt dancing on Instagram stories you can easily skip. We'll wait. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Helena DeakinYou can follow Helena on Instagram: @hel.grace.Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/Why not try our Discord Channel? https://discord.gg/XCGrxJ6
2020-02-0454 min
Pick A DiscQuentin Tarantino's Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Official Soundtrack with Tony BlackWe're back! After a break and some slight deviations due to milestones and Christmas Matt is back to talk albums! This fortnight we welcome back Tony Black to talk about the Once Upon A Time in Hollywood Soundtrack! Full of late 60s rock, Tony and Matt talk about it's relationship with the film and soundtracks in general. THERE ARE NO SPOILERS FOR THE FILM. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Tony BlackFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www...
2020-01-2151 min
Pick A DiscFamily Mammal: Gaffa Tape Sandy (Pick A Disc's Best of 2019)Please - you know this is going to be full of silly names. First up, Matt picks "Family Mammal" by Brighton/Bury St Edmunds trio Gaffa Tape Sandy! High octane rock that feels like it's influenced by a load of Matt's favourite bands!Host: Matt LathamGuest picks by:Tim Henton from Without A Mouse: https://www.spreaker.com/show/without-a-mouseFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/We Made This: ...
2019-12-2706 min
Pick A DiscThe Christmas Playlist with Colin from WeDigMusicIT'S CHRIIIIIISTMAAAAAAAAAASSSS!! Colin from WeDigMusic is back once again with a playlist of gifts in song form to go through as he and Matt talk about Christmas music. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Colin from WeDigMusicYou can follow Colin's ventures below:https://www.wedigpodcasts.com/https://drivenlikethesnow.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/We Made This: @wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/The Spotify...
2019-12-2458 min
Pick A DiscBack to Bedlam: James Blunt (Listener Vote)Chosen by people on Twitter, Matt listens to Back to Bedlam by James Blunt for the first time whilst listening to it. Expect tangents on Blade Runner and when he passed his driving test. He also mispronounces a name or two. Host: Matt LathamFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/We Made This: @wemadethispodThe Spotify Hall of Fame: https://open.spotify.com/user/xandmatt/playlist/3ePG8RgGhxLhI7SXN4JFPZ?si=I-NUSFKJSbOXYCCtCot-SQ
2019-12-1049 min
Pick A DiscFalse Smiles: Amy Studt with Chris HaighAmy Studt signed to Polydor records when she was fifteen and released her debut album "False Smiles" two years later. Matt is joined by Chris Haigh to talk about "False Smiles" and to natter about just how bloody brilliant it is. They talk about how different their copies of the album are, how relate-able the songs are and why it felt different to what her initial singles sounded like. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Chris HaighFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook...
2019-10-291h 04
Pick A DiscGoddamnit: Alkaline Trio with George GaddMusician George Gadd guests to talk about the debut Alkaline Trio album "Goddamnit". They talk about the themes of the album, Matt Skiba, Dan Andriano, Skiba's role in Blink-182 and we delve into just how much of a devoted fan George was...Host: Matt LathamGuest: George GaddYou can access George's music below:https://georgegadd.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Join the PickADisc Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PickADisc/We Made This: @wemadethispod
2019-10-1554 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "A Grand Don't Come For Free" by The Streets with Guest Host Colin From WeDigMusicIn unfamiliar territory yet again, Matt sits in the guest chair as guest host Colin (he who picketh the Bright Eyes album in episode four) quizzes Matt about "A Grand Don't Come For Free" by The Streets. They talk about how the album tells a single story, the use of music in the album and how they think Mike Skinner may just be a genius. Host: Colin from WeDigMusicGuest: Matt LathamYou can follow Colin's podcasts below:https://www.wedigpodcasts.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email...
2019-10-011h 06
Pick A DiscDarkness on the Edge of Town: Bruce Springsteen with Carl SweeneyCarl Sweeney of The Movie Palace picks Bruce Springsteen's "Darkness on the Edge of Town" to talk about for this episode, He and Matt discuss Springsteen's writing, his approach to an album and also his live performance as well. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Carl SweeneyListen to The Movie Palace here: https://themoviepalace.libsyn.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This: @wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/
2019-09-1751 min
Pick A DiscStop Making Sense: Talking Heads with Chris StachiwChris Stachiw of the Kulturecast and The One Season Show picks Talking Heads' "Stop Making Sense" on this episode of Pick a Disc. He and Matt talk about the album, which version to listen to and spend a lot of time talking about the movie. There's also talk of live albums in general as Matt talks about the only two he's listened to properly. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Chris StachiwListen to The One Season Show here: https://www.spreaker.com/show/one-season-showYou can listen to The Kulturekast here: https://kultureshocked.com...
2019-09-0356 min
Pick A DiscConstant Fictions: B-Sydes with Dan O'DellMatt chats to Dan O'Dell (@heartworkmusic) about B-Sydes' 2015 debut album "Constant Fictions". Knowing Ben Sydes for just under a decade, Dan talks about meeting Ben, seeing the songs develop and there's plenty of talk about the process of creating demos ready to go into a studio to record.Host: Matt LathamGuest: Dan O'DellYou can follow Dan on Instagram: @heartworkmusic.You can follow his work on Bandcamp: https://heartworkmusic.bandcamp.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord...
2019-08-0750 min
Pick A DiscDeep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights: HIM with Brandi JackolaMatt finds his expectations challenged this week as he listens to the Finnish Goth Rock band HIM and chats to Brandi Jackola about their third album, "Deep Shadows and Brilliant Highlights". Aside from talking about the album, they also talk about the label "goth" and what it may encompass as a label/culture. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Brandi JackolaYou can follow Brandi on Twitter: @brandiwine12.You can listen to the Dark Corner Podcast here: http://darkcornerpodcast.com/Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail...
2019-07-2350 min
Pick A DiscOne Day All of This Won't Matter Any More: Slow Club with Helena DeakinReturning to face off in a debate over whether this is the best album of one of their favourite bands, Helena Deakin talks about why Slow Club's final album is her favourite. But it's Matt's least favourite...find out why in this episode that covers the album but also dips into the band as a whole - and plenty of discussion on the recent film about the band, "Our Most Brilliant Friends". Host: Matt LathamGuest: Helena DeakinYou can follow Helena on Instagram: @helsdeakin.Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.
2019-07-0959 min
Pick A DiscThe Wages of Fear: Tellison with Simon ChristopherThis is easy - the album in question is easy in the high end of Matt and the guest's top albums of all time. Which album? "The Wages of Fear" by Tellison. Which guest? Simon Christopher from Doing Life Records. They talk about why they love the album, the songs and the difference that two singers has on the album. They also fanboy like bonkers. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Simon ChristopherYou can follow Doing Life Records below: https://www.facebook.com/doingliferecords/ https://doingliferecords.bandcamp.com/https://twitter.com/doingliferecs
2019-06-2556 min
Pick A DiscMurder Ballads: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds with Lee ChrimesWait! Things sound a little different! What's that music? Why does Matt sound dodgier than usual? Well, take a trip back to 2015 with this special episode of Pick A Disc which is...the first ever iteration of Pick A Disc. The backstory of this episode is revealed quite early on, but whilst you see the genesis of the podcast - the album talked about is Nick Cave's most successful album to date: Murder Ballads (aka The One With Kylie On). Matt and Lee go through the songs and how they update folk ballads and have original songs and the dynamic...
2019-06-1149 min
Pick A DiscLost Horizons: Lemon Jelly with Tony BlackWe cut the mic today as we venture into instrumental music as Matt and Tony Black discuss Lemon Jelly's 2002 album, "Lost Horizons." We talk about what you can get from instrumental music and film scores, and a little into how you can form a visual representation from music. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Tony BlackFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3uWe Made This: @wemadethispodhttps://wemadethispod.com/The Spotify...
2019-05-2848 min
Pick A DiscMatt Picks "Made of Bricks" by Kate Nash with Guest Host Kurt NorthIn a twist of fate, Matt sits in the guest chair and returning guest Kurt North questions him about a disc Matt's picked! The album in question is Kate Nash's Made of Bricks, and they talk in depth about how Matt discovered the album, some of his favourite songs and also dipping into seeing it performed live.Host: Kurt NorthGuest: Matt LathamYou can follow Kurt's podcast below:https://www.spreaker.com/show/3309699Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A...
2019-05-1451 min
Pick A DiscShe Wants Revenge: She Wants Revenge with TillyShe Wants Revenge are a "dark wave/post-punk" duo from the San Fernando Valley and their debut album is the picked disc for this fortnight. Matt is joined by Tilly and they discuss the tone of the album and it's songs, but also about how Tilly discovers music and other ways she's found it. They talk about singer Justin Warfield's style of singing and more!Host: Matt LathamGuest: TillyFollow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3...
2019-04-3039 min
Pick A DiscTrip The Light Fantastic: Sophie Ellis Bextor with Chris HaighFrom turning up to the Brit-Pop party a little late to toppling one of the most powerful women in 90s pop and eventually re-recording her greatest hits with an orchestra: Sophie Ellis-Bextor's had an interesting career path. Chris Haigh joins Matt to talk about third album "Trip the Light Fantastic" and what it means to Chris. Along the way they talk about the writing of a pop album, songwriters and Matt reveals a weird method of learning about a songwriter's original pop career. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Chris HaighFollow us on Twitter, Facebook...
2019-04-1648 min
Pick A DiscDropped: Brick + Mortar with Mark ShinnerThere's a special magic with discovering a band randomly. Marc Shinner discovered New Jersey duo Brick + Mortar and instantly fell in love with them. Marc joins Matt to talk about the moment you know you've fallen for a band and the journey to see them live. The conversation moves to live music in general, and touches on support bands and the recent discussion on releasing set-times. It's a good conversation, and we hope you enjoy it!Host: Matt LathamGuest: Marc ShinnerYou can follow Marc's band below:https://www.facebook.com/dutchbham/
2019-03-1948 min
Pick A DiscChocolate Starfish and the Hotdog Flavoured Water: Limp Bizkit with Chris WilsonLove them or hate them, Limp Bizkit were MASSIVE. With capital letters and everything. As polarising as Chocolate Starfish and the Hotdog Flavoured Water is, there's plenty to talk about. Our guest this week is Chris Wilson; massive wrestling fan and host of Cinemortuary and the Without a Mouse podcasts. We talk about the impact of the album, how it leads to other albums and the man himself Fred Durst. Did Matt like it? Well....Host: Matt LathamGuest: Chris WilsonYou can follow Chris's podcasts below:https://www.spreaker.com/show/cinemortuary-podcast
2019-03-0551 min
Pick A DiscStranger In The Alps: Phoebe Bridgers with Helena DeakinSinger Songwriter Helena Deakin loves Phoebe Bridgers' debut album, "Stranger in the Alps", a lot. We mean "a lot" - just wait until you find out how much. Helena chats with Matt about connecting with the album, and the impact music can have with memory and association. They also chat about song meanings, and even the reasoning artists choose the songs they do when creating an album. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Helena DeakinYou can follow Helena on Instagram: @helsdeakin.Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc...
2019-02-0544 min
Pick A DiscAchtung Baby: U2 with Kurt NorthThe first episode of Pick A Disc is now live! Kurt North joins Matt Latham to talk about one of his favourite albums. Kurt talks about his history of the band at that point and the story behind the recording and how that impacted the direction of the album. Host: Matt LathamGuest: Kurt NorthYou can follow Kurt's podcast below:https://www.spreaker.com/show/3309699Follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram: @PickADisc.Email us at pickadisc@gmail.com.Pick A Disc(Ord): https://discord.com/invite/JnZjEYuK3u
2019-01-0845 min