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Once Every Two WeeksNada Surf's High/LowMark and Thom go for a bit of a deeper 90's cut for this episode of Once, Every Two Weeks as they revisit Nada Surf's 1996 release, High/Low.Welcome back to Once Every Two Weeks, a podcast where long-time friends, Mark and Thom, take a nostalgic trip back to their high school years to discuss the albums that impacted them and, for better or worse (though mostly for the worse), shaped who they are today.Before diving into the music, Mark and Thom discuss the trailer for the new The Crow movie, its...2024-04-1756 min
Once Every Two WeeksBlink 182's Dude RanchWelcome back to another episode of Once Every Two Weeks, your favorite bi-weekly podcast where Thom and Mark go back to relive their high school years through music, discussing the albums that have shaped their lives.Today, Mark and Thom are looking into one of the most iconic pop-punk bands ever - "Dude Ranch" by Blink-182.Join your co-hosts as thye delve into the band's journey, from their formation and early influences, the breakthrough into the music industry, and their unique blend of humor and heartache that has kept them relevant for over...2024-04-0259 min
Once Every Two WeeksPearl Jam's YieldMark and Thom are back for another episode of Once, Every Two Weeks covering Pearl Jam's 1998 classic Yield.They go back to their days at Cy-Fair High School again to discuss Pearl Jam's Yield, which was released while they were fine, upstanding Sophomores. They kick things off with a nod to International Clash Day, discussing their songs from the punk legends, and sharing a laugh over internet nostalgia and password predicaments. They segue into Pearl Jam, exploring the band's evolution from Green River to the grunge icon they would become. They talk through Eddie Vedder's name...2024-03-191h 03
Once Every Two WeeksBuffalo Tom's Sleepy EyedWelcome back to "Once Every Two Weeks"! We're excited to kick off Season 2!In this episode, Mark finally tricks Thom into listening to Buffalo Tom after 25+ years of trying. The two dive into Buffalo Tom, their origins, early years, and how they found success. From dissecting the lyrics to analyzing the band's musical evolution, Thom talks through his long-overdue intro to Buffalo Tom, Mark talks history, and they go through their favorite parts of the album.Embracing their trademark "humor" and self-proclaimed "musical expertise", the navigate the world of Buffalo Tom and their...2024-03-051h 02
Once Every Two WeeksRage Against the Machine's Evil EmpireTune in as Mark and Thom take you on a sonic journey back to the angst and electricity of their high school days, as they unpack Rage Against the Machine's powerful second album, 'Evil Empire.' This trip down memory lane isn't just about the music; it's about the experiences and stories surrounding Rage Against the Machine that helped to shape these two into the fine gentlemen they are today. Mark shares tales from his marching band days, discusses the unifying force of music, and the ways in which Rage Against the Machine's played into their...2023-12-201h 01
Once Every Two WeeksLisa Loeb and Nine Stories' TailsToday, we're tuning in to the "Tails Full Episode," of an album that became the soundtrack of the 90s for many of us. Dive into the world of Lisa Loeb, a musician whose rangy talent and thoughtful lyrics have turned her into an enduring cultural icon. From her early days playing at bars and her ascent to a chart-topping independent artist, we explore the album she made with Nine Stories, Tails.Join us as we dissect the layered complexity of songs like "It's Over" and feel the empowered ambivalence of her empowering yet wistful lyrics. We'll...2023-12-051h 10
The SacristyS3E7 - Advent Meditation IIWelcome back to the Sacristy!Thanks for joining us for our series of Advent meditations! After we talk about our favorite (and least favorite) church snacks, we dive into considering some of the great hymnody of this Advent season. Hark a thrilling voice is sounding! Its Deacon Thom Crowe with us again! Here’s the poem he mentioned during the course of our conversation:Make ready, O Bethlehem; for Eden hath been opened for all. Prepare, O Ephratha; for the Tree of life hath blossomed forth in the cave from the Virgin; fo...2023-12-0533 min
The SacristyS3E6 Advent Meditation IWelcome back to the Sacristy! It's our favorite time of year! That's right, the season of preparation and expectation called Advent. We'll chat a little bit about some specific aspects of the season we really like and then begin our season's meditation at the beginning of the Church Year. Stir up thy power among us Lord, we pray! We hope our little podcast can become part of your Advent devotions. We also pray that Deacon Thom will come back soon because without his helpful guidance he has to edit a lot more mistakes and dumb jokes t...2023-11-2833 min
Once Every Two WeeksThird Eye Blind's Self-Titled AlbumIn this episode of "Once Every Two Weeks," hosts Mark and Thom chat about Halloween and Day of the Dead, explore Neil Gaiman's 'Neverwhere', Mark's personal story with Josh Gad (spoiler alert - Mark is awful), and talk about how much better The Simpsons is again. The highlight of the episode is a deep dive into Third Eye Blind's self-titled album, where they critically examine not just the music, but also the douce baggery of lead singer Stephan Jenkins. Join us for a trip back to the 90s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-141h 05
Once Every Two WeeksAFI's Black Sails in the SunsetJoin Thom and Mark on the latest episode of the Once Every Two Weeks podcast as they delve deep into AFI's iconic album, Black Sails in the Sunset. They kick off with a catch-up and talk about the Blink182 revival before sharing their personal histories and connection with the album. This episode takes listeners through a comprehensive exploration of AFI's history, the creation and reception of Black Sails in the Sunset, and the different aesthetic periods of Davey Havoc. Mark takes the opportunity to air his grievances about Pitchfork and a missed concert that may still be a point o...2023-10-3155 min
Once Every Two WeeksSmashing Pumpkins' AdoreWelcome back for a shiny new episode of Once Every Two Weeks. This week, Mark & Thom start off with a catchup, Mark talking about his nephew named after Billy Corgan, seeing MC Hammer live, and Mark's brother John rubbing in that he saw the Counting Crows with Dashboard Confessional and how great DC was, before diving into the enigmatic and often misunderstood sixth studio Smashing Pumpkins album, Adore.Show note00:01:18 - Catchup00:01:40 - Happy Birthday, Billy Ricks!00:02:16 - Mark sees MC Hammer00:04:57 - Mark tells Thom how...2023-10-241h 08
Once Every Two WeeksWeezer's PinkertonHey Music Lovers! Welcome back to Once Every Two Weeks. Today Mark and Thom dive into Weezer's 1996 album Pinkerton. This one holds a special place for a lot of 90s alt-rock fans, even though it wasn't a huge hit when it first came out. We'll talk about how Rivers Cuomo struggled with the pressures of fame after the Blue Album, his connection to Pinkerton in Madame Butterfly, and how he poured those feelings of disillusionment into Pinkerton's raw, emotional songs, and why the album has become so beloved over time. Strap in for a deep dive into one of...2023-10-041h 09
Once Every Two WeeksThe Cure's BloodflowersWelcome back to Once Every Two Weeks, the podcast where we delve into the world of music and explore the stories behind our favorite albums. In today’s episode, Mark and Thom will be diving into a captivating and introspective album by the iconic rock band, The Cure. Join them as we unravel the history, themes, and impact of Bloodflowers. From its origins as a song written by a young Robert Smith, to its place as a potential swan song for the band, they’ll be exploring every aspect of Bloodflowers and its significance within The Cure’s discography. So, grab...2023-09-051h 04
Once Every Two WeeksOne Hit Wonder Round UpMark and Thom take a musical detour, diving into the fascinating world of one(ish) hit wonders. They explore bands that struck gold perhaps more by luck than design, the intriguing sway of celebrity lineage, the irony of singer-songwriters scaling charts with others' compositions, fleeting moments of stardom, and a chance encounter in a grocery store, fueled by a shared love of hockey, that birthed a band. Join the duo as they jam out and discuss the memorable hits of Primitive Radio Gods, The Wallflowers, Jan Arden, New Radicals, and Dogstar. It's a rhythmic adventure you'll relish!2023-08-221h 04
Once Every Two WeeksBush's Razorblade Suitcase It's time for another episode of Once, Every Two Weeks. Join Mark and Thom as they dive into Bush's sophomore album, Razorblade Suitcase. Thom and Mark dive into their histories with Bush, reminisce about Bush concerts, trash talk the music industry, give thoughts on how things can wrong with a producer, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0854 min
Once Every Two WeeksCounting Crows' Across a WireThis episode, This time around, join us, Mark and Tom, as we go down memory lane and relive our love for the iconic Counting Crows. We reminisce about our introduction to the band, our shared experiences growing up with their music, and why we chose to cover the live album Across a Wire from their concert in New York City. Listen in as we reveal our personal encounters with the band's music, how it influenced us, and the unique place it holds in our hearts.00:00:00 - Catch up, kids and movie appropriateness, and...2023-07-251h 10
Once Every Two WeeksBeastie Boys' Hello Nasty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-111h 07
Once Every Two WeeksOur Lady Peace's ClumsyTake a trip down memory lane with Mark and Thom as they explore the iconic 1997 alternative rock album Clumsy by Our Lady Peace. They chat about the memorable tracks, the band's journey to create this album, and the evolution of their sound in the late 90s music scene.They'll dive into the album's recording process, which took place in a remote Ontario cottage during the winter of 1996, the inspiration they here leading them to create memorable tracks like "Trapeze" and ultimately settling on the album title, Clumsy. Plus, they take a moment to appreciate the album's...2023-06-271h 05
Once Every Two WeeksSunny Day Real Estate's The Rising TideJoin Mark and Thom as they dive into Sunny Day Real Estate's influential album, The Rising Tide, released in 2000. Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey through the realm of '90s and early 2000s emo as they explore the band's history, reminisce about high school adventures at the zoo, delve into the world of indie and emo labels, and, of course, dissect the music of The Rising Tide.Mark and Thom are thrilled to explore their first emo album together, unraveling the intricate dynamics within Sunny Day Real Estate, examining Jeremy Enigk's spiritual odyssey and...2023-06-131h 17
Once Every Two WeeksLive's Secret SamadiUp in this episode, Mark and Thom dive into Live's album Secret Samadi. Discussing the formation of Live, the constraints the band recorded within, while going off on tangents covering topics like Launch, a short-lived but innovative interactive music magazine,00:04:03 - General catch up00:22:50 - Album Title Explanation / Exploration00:29:41 - Rattlesnake00:35:00 - Lakini’s Juice00:41:00 - Graze00:43:03 - Century00:44:34 - Ghost00:46:09 - Unsheathed00:48:30 - Insomnia and the Hole in the Universe00:49:22 - Turn My Head00:52:19 - He...2023-05-301h 05
Once Every Two WeeksGarbage's Self Titled DebutThis week, Mark and Thom dive into Garbage's debut album, from Butch Vig's vision for the band, the origin of their name, to the production of their songs, we uncover the unique blend of rock and techno that set them apart in the music industry and helped shape a corner of popular music. They explore the band's experimental creative process, how they worked together to find their sound, and how Shirley Manson's vocals added a new perspective to the mix. Join them as they journey through the success and influence of Garbage.0:01:05 - Thom and Mark...2023-05-161h 00
Once Every Two WeeksSocial Distortion's White Light, White Heat, White TrashIn this episode, Mark and Thom take a deep dive into Social Distortion's fifth studio release, White Light, White Heat, White Trash. They discuss the band's history, personnel changes, influences, and the impact this album had on the punk and alternative music scenes.00:01:03 - Intro and catch up00:02:11 - Mark and Thom talk histories with Social Distortion and punk00:04:32 - Mike Ness and his musical influences00:08:38 - Turnover in Social D00:19:08 - Dear Lover00:23:04 - Don't Drag Me Down00:25:16 - Untitled2023-05-021h 03
Once Every Two WeeksMuse's ShowbizIn their third episode, Thom and Mark discuss Muse's debut album, Showbiz. We talk about the influence of Radiohead on Muse, the role of producers like John Leckie and Paul Reeves, and delve into the intricacies of Muse's Showbiz album, as well as their musical influences and growth. Join us as we journey through the music that defined a generation and continues to influence today's artists.Show Notes:01:08 - Intro and catch up02:47 - Recap of last episode09:03 - Radiohead's Influence on Muse19:55 - Musical Genres and Influences2023-04-1455 min
Once Every Two WeeksToad the Wet Sprocket's CoilWelcome back to our second episode. Today Mark and Thom dive into the 1997 release of Coil, Toad the Wet Sprocket's fifth studio release. Learn more about the album, what it meant for Toad, the problems it created for their label, how it contributed to their breakup, and even a little about the battle at Wounded Knee.Show Notes:0:00:34 - Intro0:02:50 - Catchup and revisiting Nirvana Unplugged0:04:28 - Intro into Toad the Wet Sprocket0:23:27 - Whatever I Fear0:27:03 - Come Down0:28:48 - Rings0:30:25...2023-03-311h 14
Once Every Two WeeksNirvana's MTV Unplugged in New York (1994)In this inaugural episode of Once Every Two Weeks, Mark Ricks and Thom Crowe discuss the revolutionary impact of Nirvana's iconic 1994 MTV Unplugged in New York. They explore the risks the band took in creating a set that looked "exactly like a funeral" and Kurt Cobain's insistence on the lesser known Meat Puppets to join the performance. Tune in to this podcast to hear an in-depth discussion and retrospective of the albumShow Notes00:00 - Intro and welcome00:34 - Where the podcast came from01:21 - Introduce the Nirvana's MTV Unplugged...2023-03-1759 min
Wheel of Time: After TimeWheel of Time: After Time - s01e03It’s another episode of Wheel of Time: After Time, the warts-and-all TV review show for fans who never read the books.
Fantasy author Shaun Paul Stevens (@spstevenswriter) joins @_MountainRae, @MDavidSchafer and Mark Harris for another no-holds-barred, slightly irreverent look at the latest Wheel of Time episode.
This weeks topics
The village & Thom
Diversity and a lack of gay characters
The Tinkers are Irish!
Accents
Tam & the heron marked blade
Wolves
The Song
Maps are good!
Music and soundtrack
Liandrin & the Red Si...2021-11-2328 min