최고 Lyman Good 팟캐스트 (2024)

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Solid Rock Church: “My Dad, the Cult Leader” 1:13:41

1d ago1:13:41

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What happens when your father becomes your pastor and eventually your cult leader? In this episode, Emily Maldonado shares the raw truth about growing up in a cult led by her own dad. From staged exorcisms to discovering that love and freedom could only come by breaking every rule, Emily’s story is heartbreaking and inspiring. With gripping honesty…

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QAnon: “Control + Alt + Deception” 1:04:33

9d ago1:04:33

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Ashley takes us inside the twisted world of QAnon—an online cult that spread like wildfire during the pandemic, offering false hope through dangerous conspiracies to those seeking community, connection and autonomy in an unraveling world. Ashley reveals how fear tactics and manipulation lured her into a space where JFK Jr. was alive, Tom Hanks was …

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Falun Gong P2: “Falun Gone… For Good” 56:39

15d ago56:39

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In Part 2 of Angela's story, the realities of Falun Gong’s grip on her family deepen. Angela reflects on the emotional toll of a cult that prioritized spiritual salvation over physical health—even as her mother’s condition worsens. But escaping isn’t easy when your family remains deep in the cult’s ideologies… Angela’s journey out of this cult is f…

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Falun Gong P1: “Karma Claus... He’s Always Watching" 50:21

22d ago50:21

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When her mother fell sick, young Angela had no idea that she would spend her childhood growing up in a dangerous cult. Falun Gong, a Chinese spiritual movement-slash-religion-slash-cult, known for its Shen Yun dancers and its ties to 'The Epoch Times’ entangled her family in its facade of meditation and enlightenment. In this two-part episode, Ange…

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Women Only Secret Society (NXIVM) PT1: “The Magic Sauce” (UPDATE) 1:07:41

29d ago1:07:41

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**NOTE: This episode originally aired in 2021** When the LA party scene didn't fit Jessica's lifestyle anymore, she replaced martinis and after-hour clubs with green juices and tonic bars. But the reemergence of a childhood trauma forced her to examine her inner self. One day, a friend told her about a class that could improve her life even more. T…

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Australian Vegan Cult: “Lambs on the Lam” 1:03:02

1M ago1:03:02

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In this week’s episode, Hannah takes us from her Jehovah’s Witness upbringing to a wild journey through the world of an extreme vegan cult. What started as a passion for animal welfare escalated into living on a full fledged animal sanctuary, becoming the hub for Vegan’s of Geelong, and spiraling into breaking and entering in the name of “liberatio…

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The Two-by-Twos: “Be Sad and Die” 59:46

1M ago59:46

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Today’s guest, Meagan, host of the "Trust Me" podcast, shares her journey growing up in the secretive Christian cult known as the Two-by-Twos. From a childhood dictated by oppressive rules that governed her every move, she reveals how this “hidden” religion shaped her life. With wit and raw honesty, Meagan recounts the manipulation and isolation sh…

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A Theater Group: “Lights… Camera… Cult!” 51:54

2M ago51:54

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They say when you dream, dream big. And teenage Alex did just that. With an accent to die fahhh, this East Bostonian shares his story of joining an acting class with the promise of stardom, only to eventually realize, he was in a manipulative cult. Under the influence of a charismatic coach, Alex and his fellow students were pushed to the brink—end…

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The Wolf of Wall Street: “A Cult of One” 1:04:29

2M ago1:04:29

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Dr. Nadine Macaluso joins us today to discuss our first of its kind on this show… a cult of one. Who exactly was her cult leader? None other than “The Wolf of Wall Street,” her ex-husband, Jordan Belfort. In the movie adaptation of Jordan’s book, “The Wolf of Wall Street,” Dr. Nadine was portrayed by Margot Robbie and had no say in how her life was…

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TITLE: The Mel Lyman Family PT1: “People Get Ready” (UPDATE) 56:42

2M ago56:42

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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2021** As an actor and writer, Guinevere Turner understands more than most, that some stories just can't be contrived. Because sometimes life is far stranger than fiction. As is the case with Guinevere's upbringing. Not your typical getting out story, it would take years for Guinevere to understand that, no, s…

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LISTEN NOW: “Nobody Should Believe Me” 37:46

2M ago37:46

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Today, we're excited to bring you a special episode from our friend Andrea Dunlop of the “Nobody Should Believe Me” podcast.Last week, Andrea joined us to share her personal story about how Munchausen by Proxy tore her family apart, and the response was overwhelming. We know many of you were left with questions and a desire to dive deeper into this…

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Munchausen by Proxy: “My Sister the Perpetrator” 1:05:19

3M ago1:05:19

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When your sister, whom you love, fabricates a pregnancy with twins, it’s alarming. But when you eventually come to discover that your sister is the culprit of Munchausen by Proxy, life as you know it will never be the same. Today, Andrea Dunlop, a novelist and podcaster of the successful podcast, “Nobody Should Believe Me” joins us to share her per…

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Maum Meditation “Cleanse Mind (aka) Brain Wash” 49:30

3M ago49:30

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Today, Diamond King shares her poignant journey of being ensnared by a meditation cult known as MAUM Meditation. Promising enlightenment, the group diverted her from personal goals and desires, ultimately causing her to completely disassociate from reality. Through the unwavering support of a loved one and diligent personal research, Diamond uncove…

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Millionaire’s Club: “The World Was Gonna Open Up” (UPDATE) 1:06:39

3M ago1:06:39

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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2022** CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sexual assault. Arianna was a recent college graduate with dreams of one day opening her own marketing company. So when a LinkedIn opportunity for a social media marketing assistant fell into her lap, it felt too good to be true. Soon, she would be brushing should…

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Bikram Yoga: “Smells Like Wet Carpet” 1:03:25

3M ago1:03:25

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After finding her passion in Bikram Yoga while in her 20s, Jennifer Boeder aspires to become a Bikram teacher and plops down $5000 to sign up for the two-month teacher training. But after only a few days of being trapped in a smelly, windowless warehouse and getting yelled at by sycophantic trainers, she starts to see the truth. Turns out the "grea…

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My Dad’s A Cult Leader: “The Failed Love Movement" 1:06:32

4M ago1:06:32

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A couple weeks ago we published an episode featuring Ashleigh Teeter, who was ostracized from her family because of her cult leader father. Today we feature her youngest brother's story of growing up in that house long after Ashleigh was gone. 14 years her junior, Mattie was just a young boy when her sister was deemed demonic by his father. And for…

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MLM LuLaRoe: “What’s Your Why?” (UPDATE) 1:12:43

4M ago1:12:43

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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2022** She's a hustler, baby. And she just wants you to know. Roberta Blevins was taught to be a self-starter. Inspired by her self-made father, she knew that if you put your mind to it, anything can happen. And it's true. Anything can happen. But that's the problem with anything. Anything sometimes includes M…

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A Cult Divided: “Running to Freedom" 1:03:50

4M ago1:03:50

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Today's episode dives into the extraordinary story of Ashleigh Teeter, who grew up in the World Wide Church of God... a cult in its own right. But when the church splits due to a new leader’s ideas, Ashleigh’s world gets turned upside down. She witnesses her own father become a cult leader, and then get ostracized from her nuclear family for almost…

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US Air Force: “Not Just a Pretty Face, Sir.” 1:06:37

4M ago1:06:37

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WARNING: This episode discuss sexual assault. A girl with a dream, Amanda was recruited from high school into what she thought would be the path to fulfilling that dream. But a superior's abuse of power forced her life in a different direction. This is a powerful and important story shared from an often underrepresented perspective: a woman in the …

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S-Factor Pole Dancing - PT2: “Emotional Roadkill” 59:07

4M ago59:07

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Welcome to PART 2 of Jessica Hopper’s journey into and out of a pole dancing cult. This episode takes us to the peak of the cult, including protégés, unpaid labor, surreal bookclubs, emotional breakdowns, and coercion retreats. The leader, Sheila, is quite “pole"-arizing, to say the least. Jessica’s breaking point, comes at an unexpected but import…

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S-Factor - PT1: “Pole Dancing to Solve the Patriarchy” 1:13:15

5M ago1:13:15

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Meet the very funny and very bold Jessica Hopper, as she dives into her bizarre and unexpected journey into a pole dancing cult. Yes, a pole dancing cult at a studio called S-Factor in Los Angeles, CA. What began as a fun pole dancing class turned into an intense, all-consuming experience. Jessica shares her story of quitting her job, enduring rigo…

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An Islamic Sect: “Stolen Innocence” 1:04:05

5M ago1:04:05

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WARNING: This episode contains graphic discussions of abuse and self-harm. Raised by a single mother in the Muslim community, Samir Ahmed was sent to a Tablighi Jamaat-focused madrasa at age 11, a religious boarding school for boys under 15. With good intentions and pressure from the community, his mother hoped this would keep her son away from dru…

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John Frum Movement: “GI Joe, The American… God?” 40:01

5M ago40:01

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Today we pay homage to Memorial Day by uncovering the bizarre and captivating tale of the John Frum Movement. Yes, that’s ‘from’ with a ‘u’, homies. We dive into the South Pacific volcanic island of Tanna, where WWII soldiers inspired a cult devoted to a mystical American GI promising endless cargo. Yup, infinite Spam. Think of it as Amazon Prime m…

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Ballet 58: “Pray, then plié!” 1:02:29

5M ago1:02:29

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SHOWNOTES: "A ballet cult?” We asked the same thing. But today’s brave guest, Summer Smith, shares what happens when the world of pliés and pirouettes meets dogmatic devotion. Raised in a strict religious family and molded by the intense world of competitive ballet, Summer's journey takes a surprising twist when she joins Ballet 58, a seemingly inn…

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UCKG: “ Taking down a Billionaire Megachurch Cult” 1:03:06

6M ago1:03:06

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Meet Rachael Reign, a tenacious activist battling to dismantle a billionaire megachurch cult. The cult that once owned her life. From her innocent introduction to the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God (UCKG) in South London as a 13-year-old girl, to devastating financial coercion and insidious practices, including exorcisms and grooming to bec…

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Teen Challenge: “444 Days Without Love” 1:06:00

6M ago1:06:00

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Our youngest guest to-date, Aliya Kasabian recounts her chilling involuntary initiation into the Boise Girls Academy, an institution that masquerades as a haven for troubled teens. From controlling communication with families to enforced silence and the denial of basic necessities like tampons, Aliya’s story exposes the depths of manipulation and c…

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Zendik Farm: “Mating in Captivity” (UPDATE) 1:18:28

6M ago1:18:28

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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2023** **NEW EP DROP NEXT WEEK MONDAY MAY 6TH** Imagine having to ask a group of eco-farmers for permission to have sex. And when granted permission, your options of consummation include… the back of a van or the loft of a goat barn. Well that's what happened when Helen Zuman, a spelling bee whiz looking to ex…

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Psychic Scientology: “Clearing the BS” 1:06:08

6M ago1:06:08

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Ever heard of a Scientology-laced organization for spiritual growth? Neither had we, until we sat down with Kim Peirano. Today, Kim recounts her bizarre experience with the Foundation for Spiritual Development (FSD). From hypnotic meditations to chilling encounters with supposed extraterrestrial beings, Kim's account unveils the disturbing truth be…

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Tyler’s Story Part 2: “Man On a Mission” 1:01:14

7M ago1:01:14

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Today is the final part of your fearless co-host, Tyler Measom's, story of being raised a Mormon, and finding the strength to finally say goodbye to the underwear. Now an acclaimed filmmaker and podcaster, much of Tyler’s work is inspired by the shadows of his past. He would go on and on, but Liz is telling him to wrap it up. So, enjoy the episode.…

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Tyler’s Story - Part 1: “Mormon Mission to… Not France” 49:22

7M ago49:22

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Tyler Measom, your fearless co-host, stopped by the studio in his magic underwear to chat with Liz about his cultic upbringing as a good (clean) Mormon Boy in Pleasant Grove, Utah. It’s everything you could hope for and less… or more… more or less. LINKSFollow Tyler: @tylermeasomFollow us: Instagram @wasiinacultWant Tyler’s Magic Underwear? Support…

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The Cult Guru: “How to Save The World w/ Dr. Steven Hassan” 59:45

7M ago59:45

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WE NEED YOUR INPUT!! We’re launching a new membership on Patreon and want to know… If you were to support this membership, what content do YOU crave more of? Please head to THIS LINK and GIVE US YOUR THOUGHTS!: https://forms.gle/9M8TSjfBvpNHKbxD6 TODAY’S EPISODE:A former Moonie, Dr. Hassan has spent the last 45 years helping thousands break free fr…

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Reconnecting With Your Inner Wild: Jesse Leach’s Unfiltered Journey 1:40:49

7M ago1:40:49

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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Jesse Leach, renowned singer and advocate for mental health awareness. In this intimate conversation, Jesse shares his profound insights on the transformative power of reconnecting with nature and embracing our primal instincts. From battling personal demons to finding solace in the great outd…

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Married to the Cult Leader: “Symbol of The Whore" 1:06:01

7M ago1:06:01

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Christina takes us on a harrowing journey trapped in a cult led by (none other than) her husband, who claimed to be the reincarnation of Christ. Of course when they first met, he was a rebel who stole cars and did drugs, but we digress. From manipulation to isolation and justified adultery through 'God’s will,' Christina's story is a rollercoaster …

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Mormonism w/ Tal Bachman: “He’s So Hiiiiigh… On Doctrine" 1:25:43

8M ago1:25:43

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In the electrifying world of rock ’n roll, Canadian Tal Bachman, son of legendary Randy Bachman from Bachman Turner Overdrive, seemed destined for stardom. Yet, his path was anything but straightforward. For Tal, it was a constant dance between the chords of fame and the doctrines of his devout Mormon upbringing. And as the spotlight beckoned, Tal …

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Gloriavale: “Gloria Fail" 1:08:52

8M ago1:08:52

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Jason Christian was born into Gloriavale — a self-proclaimed utopic Christian community of more than 500 people on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. His grandfather, Hopeful Christian, was the leader. Shut out from the outside world and forced to work on the farm at the age of six, Jason was primed to live a life without actual freedom,…

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Sufism - Part 2: “Freedom at 23” 54:28

8M ago54:28

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This is Part 2 of Sara Tasneem’s heroic story. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, please start there. This episode reveals Sara’s immense strength, her re-brith, her new found freedom. But after years of imprisionment, the real world isn’t always an easy road… especially when you have mouths to feed.Thank you Sara. You’re an inspiration. Want to he…

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Sufism - Part 1: “Forced at 15” 52:27

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Sara Tasneem's journey began in Boulder, Colorado, where she was born into the Islamic faith. However, at the age of five, her parents divorced, causing her faith to split as well. Her mother distanced herself from the religion, while her father delved deeper, immersing himself in a Sufi group that would soon dominate Sara's existence.Then, at the …

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Multi-Level Manipulator (MLM): “Hey, Hun! Hey, Girl! Hey, sis!” 52:46

8M ago52:46

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Emily Lynn Paulson was a busy, ass-kicking mom to five children when she realized something was missing. Wanting to find a way to enter the workforce again, she met up with an old friend one night who introduced her to some products. Products her friend was selling. Products that Emily could sell too. She could work her own hours, be her own boss, …

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Forging Success: Joey Bowen’s Unfiltered Journey With ’Few Will Hunt’ 1:41:03

9M ago1:41:03

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In this episode, my guest Joey Bowen, a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary mind behind "Few Will Hunt." In this thought-provoking video, we unravel the tapestry of Joey's life, tracing it from its humble origins to the challenges inherent in carving out an unconventional path. Join us as we explore the nuances of self-discovery, discussing…

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Children of God: “You’re Enough As You Are” (UPDATE) 44:52

9M ago44:52

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**NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2021** **NEW EPS DROP NEXT WEEK MONDAY FEB 5th**Welcome to the worst cult ever (in our humble opinions). This is a story of incredible resilience, bravery, and inspiration. Being born into a cult always comes with its challenges, but learning how to have an original thought in your mid-20s is a rare struggle t…

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Thou Shan’t Be Named: “Non-Church Church” (UPDATE) 57:33

9M ago57:33

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*NOTE: This episode originally ran in 2022*TITLE: Thou Shan't Be Named: "Non-Church Church" Non-Denominational Christianity. Sounds innocent enough, and for many non-denominational churches, it is. But for others, the non-affiliation creates a dangerous pathway to a choose your own adventure "religion." For Shannon Payton, it was an adventure all r…

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Stoke The Fire #072 - Jesse & Matt Check In 1:13:10

10M ago1:13:10

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Merry Christmas Campfire Crew. Here's the moment you've all been waiting for: a long overdue episode of Stoke The Fire. It's a Christmas miracle. And what else would you expect but a classic check in episode with your humble hosts, Jesse & Matt. Thank you for the continued support this year. And apologies for the radio silence, but we'll be back wi…

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Stoke The Fire #071 - Dez Fafara (Coal Chamber/DevilDriver/The Oracle Management) 1:34:21

1+ y ago1:34:21

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Dez Fafara from Coal Chamber, DevilDriver and The Oracle Management joins us to help keep the fires stoked for Episode 71 of the podcast. It's a deep dive into one of the most interesting, outspoken and unique minds in modern metal. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did. SUPPORT US ON PATREON ► https://www.patreon.com/stokethefire SU…

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Stoke The Fire #070 - Dani Filth (Cradle of Filth) 1:02:06

1+ y ago1:02:06

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We've reached another landmark episode of Stoke The Fire: Episode 070. And our guest for this special show is the main man Dani Filth from Cradle of Filth. We hope you enjoy the conversation. Fires stoked!!! SUPPORT US ON PATREON ► https://www.patreon.com/stokethefire SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST ► https://www.youtube.com/stokethefire LISTEN ON: ITUNES…

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Stoke The Fire #069 - Campfire Q&A 1:12:12

1+ y ago1:12:12

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Sorry it's been so long since the last episode. We've both been very busy in our own respective lanes and lives doing the things that pay the bills. But we're back this week with another Campfire Q&A session, and we've been recording interviews with some really exciting guests, so expect more regular podcasts in the coming weeks and months. Thank y…

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Stoke The Fire #068 - Fr. Maximos McIntyre (Friend of the Show) 1:14:42

1+ y ago1:14:42

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It's been quite a while since our last episode, so we wanted to do something special to welcome you back to Stoke The Fire. Joining us for Episode 068 of the podcast is longtime friend of the show, and the very guest we ever had on Stoke The Fire, Fr. Maximos McIntyre. It's a check-in episode of sorts, and a reintroduction to more regular programmi…

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