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Vigorously with Val KleinhansInfluencers of Metal: Brotherhood, Metal, and Life’s Heaviest MomentsIn this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, Val sits down with Tom and Collin from the Influencers of Metal podcast for a deep dive into the brotherhood that built their show and the brotherhood fuels the metal scene. The trio unpacks how metal shapes identity, builds community, and process life’s heavier moments. They also share some takes on the biggest stories in heavy metal in 2025... so far. The passing of Ozzy Osbourne, the passing of Brent Hinds of Mastodon, the Cradle of Filth drama...you get the idea. They hit on it all! Whe...
2025-10-131h 15Vigorously with Val KleinhansI Don’t Have The Patience…The Charlie Kirk of it all has created a national firestorm in the United States, and Val is having none of it. Americans are hurting, and it's well past time we do a deep dive into why in the hopes that another assassination or mass shooting doesn't happen. Val pleads for empathy in the middle of a period where alienation is encouraged, while praying for thoughtful, mindful, and respectful engagement online and IRL. Be aware of what you're consuming literally and figuratively. If you're upset about something, don't run from it, ask yourself wh...
2025-09-1737 minVigorously with Val KleinhansKelsey Kempainen: Strings Attached, Bass Lines & Family LifeIn this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, Val sits down with bassist Kelsey Kempainen to dive deep into the rhythm behind the music and the mindset of a true groove master. They talk about what drew Kelsey to the bass, the unique challenges of holding down the low end, and how life offstage influences the music onstage. From navigating creative collaborations to balancing passion with everyday life, this conversation is all about the heartbeat of music—and the people who keep it steady.Get more Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/k.kem...
2025-08-2740 minVigorously with Val KleinhansWhy Being ‘Her’ Changes EverythingOn this episode of Vigorously with Val Kleinhans, we’re diving deep into the power of feminine energy—what it really is, why it matters, and how to unapologetically tap into it in your daily life. Val breaks down practical ways to embrace softness without losing strength, and explores how balancing feminine and masculine energies can change everything from relationships to self-confidence. Plus, we can’t ignore the cultural moment everyone’s buzzing about: Taylor Swift’s appearance on New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce. Val dissects the interview, the vibes, and what it reveals about authenticit...
2025-08-2029 minVigorously with Val KleinhansWhat Are You Going to Do?We needed our Britney hoodie this week to channel survivor vibes.This week, Val takes you inside her unforgettable night seeing heavy metal icons Pantera live in Minneapolis — the energy, the chaos, the debate over whether the whole thing is a cash grab, and the pure metal magic. She also shares a once-in-a-lifetime moment where she got to ask Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts a burning question. But the conversation doesn’t stop there — Val dives deep into a raw reflection on the growing apathy she sees in society, and how that observation spiraled into a ful...
2025-08-1337 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSo, You Wanna Buy Your First Home?Thinking about buying your first home? Overwhelmed by the paperwork, down payments, and decisions? You’re not alone—and this week, Val is here to break it all down. This is literally the reason she's been absent lately. In this candid and energetic episode of Vigorously, Val shares her real-life experience of purchasing her first home—the highs, the lows, the unexpected expenses, and the lessons she really wished someone had told her beforehand.From choosing a realtor to understanding financial assistance, Val walks you through what it’s like to go from "just browsing" to signin...
2025-08-0636 minVigorously with Val KleinhansTasha Allen: Amplifying the Alternative Black ExperienceVal begins this episode by sharing what's going on in her life. Hint: it's somewhere between three worlds - being a laborer, office worker, and content creator/podcaster. She's been living in all of them since she got the keys to her new home and is in the middle of prepping it before move in day. She also shouts out Cassie's strength during the Diddy trial and shares her thoughts on the new Sleep Token album Even In Arcadia. Val and content creator/host Tasha Allen cha...
2025-05-2139 minVigorously with Val KleinhansBjörn Strid: Dual Realms of Rock, Soilwork & The Night Flight OrchestraVal chats with Björn Strid of Soilwork and The Night Flight Orchestra and his corgi Ana about everything pets, mental health, and metal. When Björn's musical partner in The Night Flight Orchestra, David Andersson, passed away in 2022, the band wasn't sure where life would take them next. Now in 2025, we have the new album Give Us The Moon to answer that question. ____________________________________________________________Get more Soilwork: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7wqP36o9lqWteOCxBnXlwxGet more of The Night Fligh...
2025-05-1433 minVigorously with Val KleinhansNathan James: A Nu Way of Doing Nu MetalAssuming you're keeping up with the latest buzzmakers in rock, there is a good chance this isn't your first time hearing about Nathan James. He's on a mission to keep everyone accountable, and he's doing that in his own nu nu metal way.Val and James chat music and mental health in this episode.Hollywood Mortician is out in July. New single “Los Angeles” coming soon._________________________________________________________________Get more Nathan James: https://www.instagram.com/thatsnathanjames/?hl=enGet more Val...
2025-04-2342 minVigorously with Val KleinhansLove, Jade: Little Love Notes to Music and Its PowerLove, Jade is the band you need to know! Jeanine, project leader, chats with Val about the power of music, why music resonates with us, and how to promote your upcoming single like a pro, authentically.__________________________________________________-Get more Love, Jade: https://www.instagram.com/lovejadetheband/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-04-1635 minVigorously with Val KleinhansLizzie In Lace: Frills, Feels, and Finding MyselfIn this episode, Val and content creator Lizzie In Lace dive into an invigorating conversation about style, confidence, and the power of embracing individuality. Val shares her personal struggles with confidence, while Lizzie brings her unique perspective on fashion and lifestyle, blending both worlds to inspire listeners to live boldly and authentically. Whether you're looking to boost your self-confidence, find new ways to express yourself, or simply get motivated for the week ahead, this episode is packed with empowering advice and personal stories!_________________________________________________________Get more Lizzie: https://www.instagram.com/lizzieinlace/...
2025-04-1027 minVigorously with Val KleinhansThe Midsize Optimize: Finding Style & Identity in the MiddleLiz of The Midsize Optimize is your hype girl you've been looking for - especially if you fall in the midsize size range. Val and Liz discuss whether there is a world for midsize baddies, and if so, how can we take it over? Or, at least feel confident enough to.Val and Liz comiserate over life on social media - diving into how much work and effort content creation really takes. They also explore how they got to where they currently are._____________________________________________________Get more Midsize Optimize: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-04-0934 minVigorously with Val KleinhansNine Layers Deep: Doom Metal with IntentionPowerful, heavy and undeniably potent Nine Layers Deep are bringing thoughtful and simply crushing doom metal to the masses and forcing you to choke on their wonderfully bitter sonic pill.Val and Alaysa chat about alt girlie things (see the conversation on 90s and 00s fashion), and metal culture as a whole. __________________________________________________________________Nine Layers Deep (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/ninelayersdeep/Nine Layers Deep (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/artist/4A2TgnSQoPiOQWMe55cFg1?autoplay=trueGet more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get m...
2025-04-0328 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVigil: Thrash in RVAThrash kings out of Richmond, Virginia, Vigil are giving metal icon neighbors Lamb of God a run for their money. Val chats with singer Jess about everything from clothes to finding your voice.________________________________________________________________Get more Vigil: https://www.instagram.com/vigilthrash/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-03-2022 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJasper De Man (Belgian Jasper): The Right and Wrong Ways to Interview15 years of experience in the technology industry and a passion for metal turned Jasper De Man into a YouTube content creator ("Belgian Jasper") well known in metal four years ago. The COVID-19 pandemic expedited that mission. Now he's interviewing your favorite metal bands. This is how he did it.Val and Jasper share and analyze their experiences in media and the music industry.___________________________________________________________Get more Jasper here: https://www.youtube.com/@BelgianJasperGet more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https...
2025-03-1235 minVigorously with Val KleinhansBrent Hinds Leaves MastodonOne of Val's favorite bands, Mastodon, made a big announcement this week. After 25 years, and being with the band since its inception, guitarist and vocalist Brent Hinds has left the band. What's next? Val has some ideas. Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-03-1213 minVigorously with Val KleinhansStefs Rock Show: Vag Tats and MySpaceInterviewer extraordinaire, fellow MySpace millennial and live music enthusiast Stef from Stefs Rock Show has created a platform for everything music and pop culture since those nostalgic moments in the early 00s - controversial moments with Joe Francis and "Tiger King" Joe Exotic included. Val and Stef have a lot in common and a lot to chat about when it comes to being women in broadcast and music. In this episode, they share their journeys. ___________________________________________________________Get more Stef:https://stefaniesrockshow.wixsite.com/stefs-rock-show-1...
2025-03-0529 minVigorously with Val KleinhansGina Bilardi: Women In MusicThere's no better way to kick off March, a month dedicated to women, than by chatting women in music with vocalist Gina Bilardi. In this episode, Val and Gina share their experience as females in the music industry and chat motorcycles and camping. Strap in for the ride!________________________________________________________Get more Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginab_here/?hl=enGina's Women Of Rock Show: https://www.instagram.com/ginabs_womenofrock/?hl=enGet more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get mo...
2025-03-0330 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAngela Gentile: An Epic Childfree Millennial LifeAngela Gentile is a podcaster, content creator, educator and motivational speaker who explains she's, "your elder millennial here to guide you through life's challenging crossroads with resources, support and a whole lotta hype woman energy." Especially if you're a female childless millennial. Val and Angela take the opportunity to critique society on the topic, and bemoan millennial life while sharing their successes at the same time. Buckle up, millennials. This one is for you.________________________________________________Get more Angela:https://www.theangelagentile.com/about1Get mo...
2025-02-2638 minVigorously with Val KleinhansGuilherme Costa: Metal Passion, The Brazilian WayGuilherme Costa is a Brazilian guitarist, music teacher, host and longtime metalhead. Val and Guilherme dive into their favorite things about metal, their favorite guitarists, and how they're keeping the scene alive for the younger generation.___________________________________________Get more Guilherme:https://www.instagram.com/guilhermecostagt/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-2419 minVigorously with Val KleinhansChris Johnson: Identifying Value In Your BusinessChris Johnson is a podcaster (Passion Pod), muralist, influencer, radio host, and entrepreneur based in Wisconsin. He's made his dreams a reality multiple times in his life, and wasn't afraid to pivot when they didn't work out either. He began running his own business at 23, and that taught him a lot. Now, Chris is ready to share his journey with Val and the Vigorously fam. Bring your notebook for this one. There's going to be notes and tips you'll want to take!________________________________________________________Get more Chris:https://www.passionpod.org/
2025-02-1954 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAlexa Rae: The Internet Thinks We’re CrybabiesOpening up yourself to the internet isn't an easy task. Add being a musician on top of it, and that's a whole other level of WILD. Val and drummer Alexa Rae chat her season of Jared Dines' Musician Mansion on YouTube, her time at NAMM 2025, learning to drum, the music industry, and content creation in this episode._________________________________________________________________Get more Alexa: https://www.instagram.com/alexa.drums/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-1746 minVigorously with Val KleinhansEverything I’ve Ever Learned about Loving YourselfHappy Valentine's Day! Val shares everything she's ever learned about loving yourself in this episode, and that includes authenticity, boosting your confidence your way and leaving what no longer serves you._____________________________________________________Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-1427 minVigorously with Val KleinhansTee Reva Alston: Fashionable Female EmpowermentVal and content creator Tee Reva Alston chat fashion, plus size life, our current political frustrations and how to make the best out of life when things feel heavy. __________________________________________________Get more Tee Reva: https://www.instagram.com/teereva4/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-1232 minVigorously with Val KleinhansCelinda Chang: Navigating Three BandsLos Angeles-based guitarist Celinda Chang first picked up the guitar at age 22. Years later, she’s infiltrating the local music scene with her infectious stage presence and electrifying guitar skills in multiple bands - and killing it in all of them.Val and Celi chat her musical journey and discuss the potential future the music industry could see.__________________________________________________Get more Celi:https://www.celindachang.com/aboutInstagramUnpolishedHollywood Apocalypse PINKTASTIC PLASTIXXGet mor...
2025-02-1027 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMy Life with Turner SyndromeIn honor of Turner Syndrome Awareness Month, Val shares her Turner Syndrome story, and what her life looks like living with it. Turner syndrome, a condition that affects only females, results when one of the X chromosomes (sex chromosomes) is missing or partially missing. In Val's case, only one of her X's is partially missing.Turner syndrome can cause a variety of medical and developmental problems, including short height, failure of the ovaries to develop and heart defects.______________________________________________________Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more V...
2025-02-0727 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMorgan Markowski: You’re The Main CharacterWhat does it mean to soft pivot? Val and business baddie/content creator Morgan Markowski chat trying new things and finding the courage to try them. Morgan helps creative service providers get paid to be themselves by building a brand around their personality and experience, not just their time-for-money skills.______________________________________________________________Get more Morgan: https://www.instagram.com/morganmarkowski/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-0531 minVigorously with Val KleinhansChloe Clemente: Judged By a CorgiSolo artist Chloe Clemente has a serious passion for 80s rock! She chats with Val about being a female in the music industry, taking care of your vocal cords, moving around the US, and those lovable corgis. _______________________________________________Get more Chloe:https://www.chloeclemente.com/aboutGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/ Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-02-0339 minVigorously with Val KleinhansChristy Ponte: Beauty and The Shelter BeastsAlt girlie, makeup artist, and animal advocate Christy Ponte checks in from North Carolina. Christy and Val chat about the Carolinas, animals, their astrological destiny, makeup, alternative things, and content creation this episode. ___________________________________________Get more Christy:https://www.instagram.com/christystarmua/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-2929 minVigorously with Val KleinhansNESDAM: Finding the Truth in Your MusicNesdam’s whole life has led into his debut album Find The Truth. The moment listeners hear it, they’ll know: he’s not holding anything back.The hard rock musician, whose given name is Patrick Madsen, has historically been best known as a drummer (notably in Random Hero). But over the past four years, he has found a new voice as a frontman. This is his story.Val and Nesdam chat their journey in the music industry, and protecting your mental health.______________________________________________________Get more Nesdam here...
2025-01-2832 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJon Barbas: The Life of a Southern MetalheadJon Barbas is a sommelier of extreme metal and blue-collar philosopher, host of Heavy Metal Philosophy, writer for Metal Digest, and concert photographer. Val and Jon chat content creation, ethics, and weigh a lot of hot takes circulating in metal lately. ______________________________________________Get more Jon:https://heavymetalphilosophy.com/YouTubeGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-2731 minVigorously with Val KleinhansEMPERIAM: Sceneior CitizensAlternative fashionista and favorite elder millennial emo EMPERIAM joins Val this episode to get very nostalgic. It's time to revisit those MySpace pages, those arguments with mom, and do a little comparing and contrasting when it comes to bands, festivals, and the US vs. Canada.______________________________________________Get more EMPERIAM:https://www.emperiam.com/https://www.instagram.com/imemperiam/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-2235 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVanitas: Cinematic DjentVanitas are rising fast in the UK heavy scene, bringing their unique blend of progressive metal and djent with orchestral elements that wouldn’t sound out of place in a Final Fantasy soundtrack; creating what they’ve coined ‘cinematic djent’. Val and Jade chat about encouraging younger musicians, alt girlie things, and what's next for Vanitas in 2025.____________________________________________________Get more Vanitas:Spotifyhttps://www.vanitasband.com/aboutGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-2024 minVigorously with Val KleinhansLindsay Hayes: Beer with Emo MillennialsLindsay Hayes is a content creator who you can usually find at a show or a beer event. She also loves a good brew and some millennial nostalgia. Val and Lindsay reminisce about all of the above this episode. They also explore the sober curious movement that's taking over.____________________________________________Get more Lindsay:https://www.instagram.com/hoppyhayes/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-1535 minVigorously with Val KleinhansThe Metal Meltdown: Metal Content For YouTubeRobert Walton, metalhead and host of The Metal Meltdown on YouTube is in the building this episode to chat content creation and all things metal with Val. They chat about dealing with randos online, upcoming metal releases they're excited about, content creation and the ethics within, and so much more._______________________________________________Get more of The Metal Meltdown here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6DrrBx7gJ5fKAJFN0p19Ng?app=desktopGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-1334 minVigorously with Val KleinhansEchos: QUIET, IN YOUR SERVICEEchos, the soon-to-be-iconic alt artist, is releasing her album "QUIET, IN YOUR SERVICE" on January 17 and it's a "must-listen" to warm your soul during this cold weather season.Val and Echos chat cats, dark vibes, being alt girlies who finally stopped crying over boys, and the switch Echos made from making EDM music to alt rock on the new album. ________________________________________Get more Echos:https://www.instagram.com/echosofficial/Echos SpotifyGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https...
2025-01-1030 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMelissa Grandmaison: Messy Mom Life, Beauty and FashionMelissa Grandmaison is a Dallas, Texas based makeup artist who specializes in commercial, editorial and bridal makeup. She loves to put a cute alternative outfit together, and she can have your makeup on point in seconds. Val and the makeup artist chat about beauty, mom life, makeup, and all things alt girlies in this episode._________________________________________________________Get more Melissa here:https://www.instagram.com/_messylynne/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2025-01-0827 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVUKOVI: My God Has Got A GunScottish alt rock duo VUKOVI are gearing up for a very exciting 2025! To start, the band is releasing their album "MY GOD HAS GOT A GUN" on January 24 via Sharptone Records.Val and Janine chat artistry, imagery, design, the connection between horror and music, what's the come for the band and the current state of the music industry in this episode._____________________________________Get more VUKOVI here:https://www.vukovi.co.uk/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans...
2025-01-0628 minVigorously with Val KleinhansDose of Adolescence: Acting with Robin WilliamsDose of Adolescence emerged onto the Inland Empire punk scene in 1999, initially a pastime that swiftly transformed into a lifelong dream for the Brown brothers: Jimmy Brown (Lead Vocalist) and Timmy Brown (Lead Guitarist).Over the past 24 years, Dose of Adolescence has left an indelible mark on the pop/punk landscape, gracing numerous stages and sharing the limelight with iconic artists.Timmy chats with Val about their journey, and that time his baseball team ended up in Hook with Robin Williams. Get more Dose of Adolescence...
2025-01-0314 minVigorously with Val KleinhansPlastic Rhino: Rising To the Top of the Music IndustryAlternative rock duo Plastic Rhino stop by to chat with Val about their new single "I Rise" out now. Though they're based in LA, they left the very musical city to record in England. Find out why in this episode.Get more Plastic Rhino here:https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FXugc5Lme1dHnjxD88do4?si=_UUdHgU8TdS_PGqw9TQXTA https://www.instagram.com/plasticrhinoband/?hl=en#Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-2021 minVigorously with Val KleinhansKary Santayana: Non-Binary Androgynous StyleContent creator, artist, designer, stylist, illustrator, advocate and all around do'er of everything Kary Santayana stops by!Kary chats with Val about their non-binary journey, androgynous authenticity and all the creative skills learned along the way. Get more Kary here:https://www.instagram.com/karysantayana/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-1922 minVigorously with Val KleinhansTheo Adler: London BoyLondon singer and songwriter Theo Adler chats with Val about letting go of that need to control we all have as artists, and his music career as a whole. Get more Theo:https://open.spotify.com/artist/6HdeaBx6n6MvKcbTGW2Nsi?si=SQjib57pRYeC33Kj_jehvghttps://www.instagram.com/theoadler_/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-1623 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMay I Offer You A Journal?TW: This episode has light mentions of suicidal ideation. Val gets vulnerable and shares how journaling helped her navigate a particularly low point mentally last month. In this episode, we talk about the benefits of journaling and how to use your journal to navigate those dark thoughts we all have.Get more Val here:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-1319 minVigorously with Val KleinhansChantelle Living Colourfully: Life In ColorOne of Val's besties on Instagram, Chantelle Living Colourfully checks in from Australia and chats about incorporating color into your outfits and your life. They also dive into what it means to be a UGC creator.Get more Chantelle:https://www.instagram.com/chantellelivingcolourfully/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-1126 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVK Lynne: Spider QueenVK Lynne is a legendary singer and songwriter based in Los Angeles who left Philadelphia to go after her dream. This is your inside look at The Spider Queen. Val and VK chat about the music industry and how its changed over the last thirty years. Get more VK Lynne:https://www.instagram.com/vklynne/https://open.spotify.com/artist/4f081zomZ69LeNvO4KZUbr?si=X2yaDOrLQQOeuVI6ZdOamAGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-0931 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJackie Ho: Ninja Warrior BarbiePastry chef turned badass marital artist Jackie Ho takes us on her journey of using martial arts and a confidence booster. She and Val discuss the entertainment industry and navigating society as women.Get more Jackie:https://www.instagram.com/ohitsjackieho/?hl=enGet more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-12-0430 minVigorously with Val KleinhansALYXX: Y’all Want A Single?Solo artist ALYXX brings her fun sense of humor and hot takes on the current state of rock and metal to the show this week. ALYXX and Val address the new music from Linkin Park and the state of confusion that is As I Lay Dying. She also brings the tea on a tasty new single she's releasing, "End of Me" out Friday, December 6th. Get more ALYXX:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2KDWaLTbtmZpfE2eeyCS1p?si=8-S8jYb2Rlu6DhFh2HclFwInstagram: https://www.instagram...
2024-12-0220 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAmélie Swann: Philly's Dark Pop PrincessDark pop and trip-hop artist Amélie Swann is in the building this week ready to unleash a brand new single onto the world, "Left Unsaid" out December 3rd. Amélie also chats with Val about doing the music industry solo and being comfortable with those pivot moments in life.Get more Amélie here:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2jkCkLyAzkKvsrhxGTBnTk?si=PGGYjIaiQ6ypDv5e7AO4pQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amelieswannofficial/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val...
2024-12-0234 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJohn Van Deusen: Yelling at ComputersJohn Van Deusen is a small town songsmith. He likes to play music, make art, and yell at computers when files don't show up. His new album Anthem Sprinter is out today.John and Val chat computers, music, and the new album. Get more John here:https://www.instagram.com/jvdmusic/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-11-0125 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVoltaire's Ghost: Goth Music and Ghost StoriesHappy Halloween! What a perfect way to celebrate! Voltaire's Ghost are here.Haunting the hometown hills and valleys of western Colorado, Voltaire’s Ghost combines elements of the rock, gothic and classical traditions to conjure a surprising and seductive musical alchemy variously described as dark pop and cosmic goth.Val and the band exchange a love of spooky things, music and some ghost stories. Get more Voltaire's Ghost:https://www.voltairesghost.com/aboutGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at ht...
2024-10-3126 minVigorously with Val KleinhansRuby Valentine: Good Question!Ruby Valentine is a counsellor, makeup artist and hair stylist specializing in vintage glamour based in Montréal. Ruby is also a pin up/alternative model and online content creator. Ruby is a multi-passionate woman that decided merge her work as a hair and makeup artist with her passion for counselling. Val and Ruby exchange a love for all things alternative and spooky, as well as chat female empowerment, and how to survive the digital age.Get more Ruby here:https://rubyvalentine.ca/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/...
2024-10-3035 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAutumn Kings: Conquering Victim MentalityHailing from small Canadian town of LaSalle, Ontario - just a stone’s throw away from Detroit, Michigan, and shortly thereafter relocating to the Detroit area, Autumn Kings is best described as the offspring of Linkin Park and Fall Out Boy. What started as a serendipitous encounter while both working in a grocery store, Jake Diab (guitar / vocals) & Joe Coccimiglio (vocals) quickly bonded over a burning desire to make music for the masses. Val and Jake chat the band, and what "victim mentality" really is.Get more Autumn Kings:https://www.autumnkings.co...
2024-10-2929 minVigorously with Val KleinhansCentral Flow: Relatable Pittsburgh Music NarrativesCentral Flow is an up-and-coming band with a penchant for writing infectious tunes and relatable narratives. Lead by phenomenal black indigenous vocalist and keyboardist Shawna Roxanne and backed with guitars by former touring guitarist Adam Stasik, they infuse their sound with groovy R&B rhythms and melodious rock riffs. Bonus: They're from Val's native Pittsburgh too.Val chats with Shawna and Adam about the state of the Pittsburgh scene, metal music at its core, and what the future holds for the band. Get more Central Flow:https://centralflowmusic.com/Get...
2024-10-2838 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMagdalene Rose: Navigating The Christian and General Music MarketsMagdalene Rose started her career at a young age in a band with her sisters called "The GFM Band" and has always had music in her blood. When her sisters decided to pursue their own paths, she forged ahead to create something new, exciting, and entirely her own to carry on the next chapter of "Beautycore."Magdalene and Val chat her musical history, makeup, navigating Christian and mainstream markets, and so much more.Get more Magdalene here:https://officialmagdalenerose.com/about-1Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-10-2828 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSix Foot Blonde: How Are You, Really?Six Foot Blonde means what they say in every song and will dance with you to every word. Frontwoman Julia Rusyniak’s voice and lyrics resemble a modern pop artist, backdropped by indie-rock instrumentation uniquely their own. The pop band’s music has been described as lush and tight-knit in equal proportion, all while brimming with energy. Val chats with the band to get the latest on new music to come, and the crew share a mutual love of helping the world navigate our mental health.Six Foot Blonde is on tour now...
2024-10-2429 minVigorously with Val KleinhansDominique Bird: Corporate GothsWhat is a corporate goth? How do you get away with dressing like one in the office? Content creator Dominique Bird knows how. Val and Dominique chat about being corporate goths, how to dress like one, and how what they've learned by moving to different parts of the world has been so key to finding their true selves.Get more Dominique:https://www.instagram.com/aussiedomxo/?hl=enGet more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-10-2326 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJuliette Spirson: Neutral GirliesJuliette Spirson is an award-winning copywriter, thought leader for our time, and creative concept queen who is current taking over Instagram with seriously adorable neutral fall looks this season. Val and Juliette chat their shared love of fall, and their thoughts on social media and content creation. Get more Juliette:https://www.instagram.com/spirson/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-10-2221 minVigorously with Val Kleinhansrosecoloredworld: Everything's Coming Up Rosesrosecoloredworld is a Los Angeles-based rock band that combines catchy melodies with honest, self-reflective, and narrative-driven lyrics. The band was formed by two artists, Addison and Rae, who met in Hollywood, CA through a mutual friend. Their music has been described as a safe place where people from all walks of life can feel accepted, seen, and celebrated for being exactly who they are. By creating this community, it gives anyone permission to live with a sense of freedom and create their own rosecoloredworld. Val chats with the band about their sound, their origin, and...
2024-10-2122 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSilent Mass: What The Occult Really IsSilent Mass is the brainchild of Ammo Bankoff who is based in Los Angeles. If you're into post-punk, shoegaze, and 90s alternative sounds, this is the band for you!Val chats with Ammo about the band, Ammo's experience with the occult, and what the future holds for Silent Mass. Get more Silent Mass:https://silentmassmusic.com/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-10-2128 minVigorously with Val KleinhansI’ve Been Married Ten Years, This Is What I LearnedIt's Val's anniversary week! Val recaps her Joker: Folie à Deux movie experience, and shares what it takes to have a marriage last ten years. Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-10-1533 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAaron Foster: The Raiders of the Lost Ark PlotholeComedian Aaron Foster has Val in stitches this episode! Aaron chats his career, how he connects comedy and mental health, and that big plothole in Raiders of the Lost Ark.Get more Aaron:https://www.instagram.com/aaroncharlesfoster/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-2626 minVigorously with Val KleinhansHannah Jane: Heavy Weights And Heavy StyleHannah Jenkins (aka Hannah Jane) is the alternative content girlie to follow on Instagram and TikTok right now. Hannah and Val discuss finding their alternative style, feeling like outcasts, a love/hatred for the color pink and all the cringe pick me moments that follow.Get more Hannah:https://www.instagram.com/hannahhhjanex/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-2535 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJaada Lawrence-Green: Child Modeling and ActingJaada Lawrence-Green is a British actress and model. She began her professional career as a child model at the age of one years old and is known for her work on Black Widow, Diamond Bradley in The Shadows of Death, Kimberly Woodruff in Breaking the Band and Marnie Dawson in Holby City.Val and Jaada chat Jade's career, and bond over Beyoncé and pageants. Get more Jaada here:https://www.instagram.com/jaadalg/?hl=enGet more Val here:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val a...
2024-09-2521 minVigorously with Val KleinhansCamp Crush: Today’s New Wave PopCamp Crush is a New Wave duo out of Portland. Formed in 2017 by singer/keyboardist Jen Deale and drummer Chris Spicer, the husband-and-wife band launched onto the northwest music scene with their vocal-forward synth-rich pop tunes and dynamic live performance. Val and Camp Crush chat about the Portland music scene, working with synths, and their Tiny Desk Concerts moment with NPR.Get more Camp Crush:https://campcrushmusic.com/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-2321 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSOUNDR: Musical Mental Health InitiativesInfluenced by the term “sonder,” SOUNDR (also known as Katherine Thomas) paints her truth within the lines of sensational lyrical tactics and lively sonic elements in her compositions.SOUNDR and Val discuss her new single "Easy" which benefits those seeking mental health care.Listen to "Easy" here:https://open.spotify.com/track/24VWxPQKuR49EA0iCNYHPJ?si=1980efa9e5604b4eGet more SOUNDR here:https://www.instagram.com/iamsoundr/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-2347 minVigorously with Val KleinhansChris Sapphire (#FBF): Life After ‘The Circle’ NetflixIn January 2023, Chris Sapphire from Season 1 of Netflix's The Circle stopped by to chat with Val about the whole experience and some of their thoughts on the 90s resurfacing we're seeing.Season 7 of The Circle is out now.Get more Chris:https://www.instagram.com/mrchrissapphire/?hl=enGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-2033 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAnaïs Dominguez: Protecting Our Mental Health When Viewing Social MediaAnaïs Dominguez is an online baddie with serious content creation and social media management skills. She and Val chat about her social media journey, and her experience as a Latina. Get more Anaïs here:https://www.instagram.com/anaisdominguez/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1939 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMiller McCoy: Make It Happen, MillerMiller McCoy is an award-winning designer, celebrity stylist, entrepreneur, and visionary shaping the future of fashion. With ownership of a dynamic fashion apparel agency and the creation of acclaimed brands like HUMAN Clothing and Made by Miller, McCoy's impact reverberates throughout the industry. Val and Miller chat about his journey achieving all of this while being chronically ill.Get more Miller:https://www.themillermccoy.com/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1854 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAnimal Horror StoriesHumans can be pretty scary, but did you know some animals can be even scarier? Val shares stories of her own terrifying interactions with animals, and recites a list of some of the most creepy animals the world has seen. We're talking gruesome and unhinged.... yummy!Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1736 minVigorously with Val KleinhansPistols At Dawn: The Latest Band You Need To KnowPistols At Dawn is the latest band you NEED to know in 2024! These guys are creating rock music that doesn't just reach for the rafters, it busts through the ceiling. Since they are gaining big media buzz and huge support from some of today's biggest rock acts.The band just released a new single called "Not Sorry" and you can expect MORE new music from them later this year. Pistols At Dawn have amassed nearly 10 million global streams, infiltrated the Billboard and Mediabase Top 40 Active Rock charts, and earned acclaim from American Songwriter, Br...
2024-09-1625 minVigorously with Val KleinhansBillie King: Chronically MusicalIndependent artist Billie King is out here doing her thing! Welcome to her synth-pop-self-produced world that she and Val chat about - which includes some relationship and radio tea.Get more Billie:https://linktr.ee/billie_kingGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1627 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMelissa Hussong: Motorcycles And Badass Business AdviceMelissa Hussong is a podcaster, content creator, and mindset and manifestation coach who helps empower women to create a life they love without apology, overwhelm or imposter syndrome so that they can take life by the handlebars and live authentically to who they are. She loves a good motorcycle too.Val and Melissa exchange social media tips and business advice in this episode. Get more Melissa:https://www.instagram.com/melissahussong/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1127 minVigorously with Val KleinhansShannon Shortcake: The Punk Strawberry ShortcakeBeauty vlogger, alternative fashionista, spooky season aficionado and content creator Shannon Shortcake is in the building. Shannon and Val chat their favorite season, alt fashion and the hardships that can come with being a content creator. Get more Shannon:https://www.instagram.com/shannon_Shortcake/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-1122 minVigorously with Val KleinhansEihwar: Runes and Music for Viking DancefloorsEihwar was discovered in 2024 at festivals such as Hellfest, Rockstadt Extreme Fest, Motocultor, Wave Gotik Treffen, and Leyendas del Rock, Eihwar produces brutal pagan dancefloor music, combining Nordic folk sounds, ritual chants, shamanic drums, and powerful electro beats. Prepare to enter the trance, brothers and sisters of Midgard!Val chats with Eihwar about the upcoming new album Viking War Trance (out September 20th), and the ancient culture of runes. Get more Eihwar:https://eihwar.my.canva.site/Get more Val: https://valkleinhans.com/Get more...
2024-09-0928 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAmanda Yoa: Advice From A Pennsylvania Hype WomanAmanda Yoa is a speaker, podcaster and your personal HYPE WOMAN out of Philly, PA! That's right, this episode is a love letter to Pennsylvania and a reminder to love our authentic self. Val and Amanda reminisce about their home state and discuss the challenges behind being media personalities. Get more Amanda:https://www.amandayoa.com/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-09-0432 minVigorously with Val KleinhansHannah Swenson (#TBT): Getting Over ShynessIn September 2023, Val and Minnesota content creator Hannah Swenson chatted it up and asked the important questions; is everything really better in Paris? What happens when you room with Australians? Can you get over being shy? All that and more this episode!Get Hannah to 10K on IG here:https://www.instagram.com/whereshewore/More Val here:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-2929 minVigorously with Val KleinhansNor Kin4life: Overcoming RejectionNor Kin4life is dynamic force hailing from Mount Vernon, NY, who epitomizes the essence of a renaissance creator. With a diverse skill set encompassing singing, songwriting, emceeing, producing, and photography, NOR KIN4LIFE has crafted a legacy that transcends boundaries - and there's more to come. Val and Nor chat about the current state of the music industry and how to navigate rejection.Get more Nor Kin4life: https://norkin4life.com/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.c...
2024-08-2628 minVigorously with Val KleinhansLindsay Schoolcraft: Mercury In GatoradeJuno Nominated Lindsay Schoolcraft composes and performs Ethereal Gothic music exploring orchestral soundscapes and heavy metal. Val became obsessed during her Cradle of Filth days. Lindsay shares her journey as a Cradle of Filth member, and where music has taken her since. There's also that damn mercury in retrograde (gatorade) going around...Get more Lindsay:https://www.lindsayschoolcraft.com/bioGet more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-2625 minVigorously with Val KleinhansAndrew Fisher: A Queer Modeling JubileeModel Andrew Fisher checks in from Los Angeles and shares his queer modeling journey. Andrew and Val also chat reality TV, what it takes to make it in entrainment and where the future of fashion is headed. Get more Andrew here:https://www.instagram.com/andrew.fisher.model/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-2143 minVigorously with Val KleinhansVirgie Tovar: My Big Fat Summer WeddingAdvocate, author, speaker, and content creator Virgie Tovar recaps her dream wedding and schools Val on fatphobia, diet culture, and how to address the topics.Get more Virgie here:https://www.instagram.com/virgietovar/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-2134 minVigorously with Val KleinhansI Saw Lamb of God and MastodonAnyone else feeling duped by Blake Lively? Val is. We recap that news. Val also recaps her trip to Fargo to see Mastodon and Lamb of God on the Ashes of Leviathan tour. Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-2033 minVigorously with Val KleinhansLinn Holmes: Spirits and Stevie NicksIs there a better topic to discuss than the paranormal or Stevie Nicks? Val and singer Linn Holmes don't think so. In this episode they swap paranormal experiences and discuss Linn's musical journey. Get more Linn here:https://www.instagram.com/linnholmstedt/Get more Val:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-1924 minVigorously with Val KleinhansI Got COVID For The First Time, FinallyDon't let anyone tell you COVID is over. In the words of Noah from The Notebook, "it still isn't over." Val knows first hand after getting it for the first time last week. This is how it impacted her.We also talk movies and Love Island we caught up on while resting at home.Get more Val here:https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-08-0635 minVigorously with Val KleinhansJu'lyyyyinngggSeriously, what is going on with this month? It's got Val saying "JU' LYYIINNGG!?" when the next crazy thing pops up in our lives. Val tackles the assignation attempt on Donald Trump, recaps her week, and shares what's being going on in her networking journey. Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-07-1625 minVigorously with Val KleinhansThe One Where Val's Car Gets Broken IntoWe're exhausted this week.While she hopes your 4th of July weekend was enjoyable, Val knows a lot of us are still struggling with our choices in presidential candidates, and the state of the country overall. To top it all off, Val's car got broken into before the festivities began. This is that story.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-07-0924 minVigorously with Val KleinhansThe Full Moon In Capricorn Made Me Do ItYour'e not the only one who has felt a strange (possibly astrologically related?) shift in the universe. Val has felt it too.Val introduces weekly solo episodes with this first one. She shares what she's been up to these last two weeks, and how she took time for herself after eleven years of toxic work environments wearing her down. https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-07-0222 minVigorously with Val KleinhansThe Zen Blonde: Vanderpump Rules And Life In LALauren Skae (aka "The Zen Blonde") shares her life in Los Angeles, and nerds out with Val about everything Bravo (including Vanderpump Rules), social media and pop culture. Val also dives into the horrendous Diddy and Cassie video, Harrison Butker's gross speech, and the return of Bridgerton. We're rooting for Penelope!Get more The Zen Blonde here.Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-05-2241 minVigorously with Val KleinhansKelsey Diane (TBT): Influencer Trips, Makeup, And Your MindsetMakeup lover, midsize fashionista and beloved content creator Kelsey Diane was on Very Vogue with Val Kleinhans a while ago. This is the throwback replay.Get more Kelsey here.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-05-0228 minVigorously with Val KleinhansBecca Glasser-Baker: I Lost Someone During 9/11It's so important to remain respectful in memorial type environments. Believe it or not, not everyone is - and this impacts the families of the victims. Fashionista, writer and content creator Becca Glasser-Baker shares her story of mistreatment at the 9/11 Memorial in NYC.Val also chats about hills we'll die on, and Ellen DeGeneres making light of her cancellation for fostering a toxic work environment. Diddy is about to be outed further in a new documentary thanks to Aubrey O' Day. Get more Becca here.https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-05-011h 04Vigorously with Val KleinhansLenox Monroe: I Am Weird BarbieMeet "weird Barbie" in the flesh! Okay, not really. Val thinks she's very cool. Lenox Monroe stops by to chat her upcoming music and where she gets her bright, colorful vibe.Get more Lenox Monroe here.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-2925 minVigorously with Val KleinhansScarlette Infinite (TBT): Communication In A Band Is KeyVal and bassist Scarlette Infinite are Instagram besties and basically used this episode as an excuse to talk irl a year or so ago. They chat about music, self confidence, and content creation.Get more Scarlette here.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-2534 minVigorously with Val KleinhansCelebrity Memoir Book Club: The Greta Gerwig Shocker..it was a shocker to Val anyway! The Celebrity Memoir Book Club is in the building this week recapping their favorite memoirs they've covered and pop culture moments. Val also recaps her reactions to Taylor Swift and the release of The Tortured Poets Department over the weekend. Get more Celebrity Memoir Book Club here. https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-2429 minVigorously with Val KleinhansOliver Twixt (TBT): ‘The Circle’ Netflix And Reality TVWe're celebrating the return of Netflix's The Circle for season six this week! Val recorded with season five contestant Oliver Twixt back in the day. This a replay of that episode. Get more Oliver here.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-1822 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSonali Karmarkar: Hair Ties That Don’t SuckVal chats about what went down at the first weekend of Coachella and ponders whether it's experiencing influencer fatigue. Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattison share the gender of their new baby. JoJo Siwa is doing the absolutely most lately.Sonali Karmarkar joins Val to talk about her knowledge of YouTube shorts, content creation, and her brand of hair ties that don't suck. Get more Sonali here.https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-1742 minVigorously with Val KleinhansEsjay Jones (We Are Pigs): The Non-Alcoholic Music ExperienceEsjay Jones of We Are Pigs joins Val to talk about the new music on the way and summer plans. She also shares her new project with Morgan Lander of Kittie, KittiePIG, which will absolutely be your answer to a non-alcoholic beverage choice at your next show.Get more We Are Pigs here.KittiePIG can be purchased here. https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-1528 minVigorously with Val KleinhansDr. Leigh Dooley: Burnout Prevention And Self CareBoard-certified psychiatrist Dr. Leigh Dooley stops by to chat with Val about her generalized anxiety. She also offers tips on burnout prevention and self care. Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-1033 minVigorously with Val KleinhansShelby Stahl: Hot Takes On Taylor SwiftGet your tin foil hats ready! Val and Beloved Social founder Shelby Stahl are doing a deep dive into Taylor Swift's habits and career. Shelby shares business tips she's learned as a business owner as well. https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-04-0344 minVigorously with Val KleinhansSarah Dechtenberg: The Beauty Industry And Our Mental HealthThere's a lot we could say about the beauty industry and our mental health, and this week we're going to say it. Val and mental health advocate/beauty guru Sarah Dechtenberg talk about what it's like being a beauty industry consumer, and Sarah shares her beauty tips. Val ponders "Kategate" and Kate Middleton's response to the world's speculation on her whereabouts. Get more Sarah here.Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-03-2737 minVigorously with Val KleinhansMaura Weaver: No Coulrophobia HereMaura Weaver is a super talented artist who truly transcends music genres. She and Val chat the industry, and Maura's I Was Due For A Heartbreak.Get more Maura here.Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
2024-03-2536 minVigorously with Val KleinhansBenjamin Coy: Hustle WiselyBenjamin Coy is a host and fashion creative based in DC ready to chat with Val about all things entertainment and style in this episode. If you've ever wanted to learn how to dive into media and hosting yourself, Val and Benjamin share tips on how to do that.Also, Val has thoughts on the Love Is Blind reunion and Kate Middleton. https://valkleinhans.com/Get more Val at https://valkleinhans.com/
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