//podcastplus.net/feed/joyous-conversations~447b627e A podcast where I talk to various musicians and music lovers about our shared passions, from music to nerdy things with a bit of slice of life. Please listen and share Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:09:15 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7834942-liam-hesslewood-neshiima-hausfire.mp3?blob_id=34905865 In this delayed episode (the reason for the delay is discussed in the end) I am joined by Liam Hesslewoodand we talk about such fun topics as Fink, Phil Anselmo, Varg, Skindred, Techmetal, socialism, environmental links to crime, social progress, rap in metal, experiencing racism, dealing with racists, being a former Jehovah's witness, Aqua, favourite Disney songs, Nintendo, our chaotic weeks that caused the delay and scottish summers. Please  follow, listen and share :) Fri, 12 Feb 2021 21:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7834942-liam-hesslewood-neshiima-hausfire.mp3?blob_id=34905865 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7682812-karum-cooper-hypophora-and-webmoms.mp3?blob_id=34905793 In our first episode of our Black History Month block, I am joined by Karum Cooper and we talk about the disconnect between country living and urban living, metal gatekeeping and stereoptyping, Black representation in metal, Techfest,  Zeal and Ardor, Elton John in a Kanye song, composers, Childish Gambino, Novena, growing up in a predominantly white area, Black identity, the Black experience, perceptions of Blackness, being seen as a representative of your race, hair maintenance, the philosophy of The Matrix and how Marvel comics uses their platform to address politics in the USA.  Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7682812-karum-cooper-hypophora-and-webmoms.mp3?blob_id=34905793 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7543384-charlie-griffiths-harbinger.mp3?blob_id=34905808 In this episode I am joined by Charlie Griffiths from Harbinger and we talk about his work in Harbinger, song writing, coping with self doubt, the power of always trying, overcoming fear, being self employed during covid, the impact of Brexit to touring musicians, being vegan and all things DC and Star Wars related.  Please listen, follow and share Fri, 29 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7543384-charlie-griffiths-harbinger.mp3?blob_id=34905808 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7418704-nigel-madinga.mp3?blob_id=34905892 In this episode I am joined by my good friend from Hull University, Nigel Madinga. In it we talk about our mutual love for metal and rap, government surveillance, Bob Marley,  immigrant cultural whiplash, navigating life in pharma as a black man, pan africanism, black cultures love for kung fu films, how rap beefs and political attack ads are alike and the USA presidential inauguration along with the state of politics in the USA. Links to Nigel's companyand charity are shown below https://www.not-thc.com/ A couple of scientists who want to help others improve their health and wellbeing by incorporating CBD into daily life. Whether you’re  worried about UV-ray damage from gadgets, looking to boost your immune system or just need something to help you de-stress, we’ve got something for you. @notthclimited on ALL social media, follow us for the latest news in CBD and for exclusive discounts! https://www.gvienese.com/ Pan-African initiative to empower our community through ed... Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7418704-nigel-madinga.mp3?blob_id=34905892 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7298044-barry-carter.mp3?blob_id=34905907 In this episode I am joined by Barry Carter as we discuss the South African metal scene, our differing journeys living in the UK, Disney, apartheid and the current situation in the USA. Fri, 15 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7298044-barry-carter.mp3?blob_id=34905907 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7183807-william-alex-young-defences.mp3?blob_id=34905934 In this episode I am joined by William Alex Young where we talk about South African Jazz, our journeys in singing, video games and aspects of the music industry. Fri, 08 Jan 2021 03:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/7183807-william-alex-young-defences.mp3?blob_id=34905934 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6972185-christmas-special-do-they-know-it-s-christmas-with-danny-scott-invicta-magazine.mp3?blob_id=29688158 In this Christmas Special episode, I am joined by Danny Scott as we discuss the history of Band Aid’s 1984 hit “Do they know its Christmas”. We will be talking about how the song came to be,  it's questionable lyrics, how big it became, the legacy it left as well as the nuances of trying to provide aid in a county engulfed with conflict. Sources for this episode are shown below   https://www.telegraph.co.uk/women/womens-life/11235803/Band-Aid-30-Paula-Yates-the-woman-who-inspired-Bob-Geldof.html http://www.mtv.com/news/1643506/looking-back-at-live-aid-25-years-later/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1985/09/07/live-aid-officials-check-off-spending-priorities/6b6dde8a-1357-4ac4-982b-8c5bb1bfebad/ https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/610472/do-they-know-its-christmas-band-aid-song-history https://www.spin.com/featured/live-aid-the-terrible-truth-ethiopia-bob-geldof-feature/ https://www.theguardian.com/world/2005/jun/24/g8.debtrelief https://w... Wed, 23 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6972185-christmas-special-do-they-know-it-s-christmas-with-danny-scott-invicta-magazine.mp3?blob_id=29688158 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6911714-trailer.mp3?blob_id=29355977 Trailer for Spotify Fri, 18 Dec 2020 16:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6911714-trailer.mp3?blob_id=29355977 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6900491-joey-aitchison-jwa-creations.mp3?blob_id=34905955 In this episode I am joined by Joey Aitchison as we talk about our love of rap and grime, video games, nerd out over Star Wars, discuss dubs vs subs and all manner of things tech metal related Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6900491-joey-aitchison-jwa-creations.mp3?blob_id=34905955 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6791461-neil-bailey-dividium.mp3?blob_id=34905991 Join me as I speak with Neil Bailey from Dividium as we reminisce about Hull, talk about various nerdy things and discuss our passion for music and Techfest Fri, 11 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000 https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/1515169/6791461-neil-bailey-dividium.mp3?blob_id=34905991