
Your favorite podcast, wherein Eric, an expert, and John, a novice, explore, discuss, and argue about the history of heavy metal music. New episodes are available on the 3rd Monday of each month! Visit us at: anchor.fm/heavymetal101podcast Contact us at: heavymetal101podcast@gmail.com Social media: www.facebook.com/HeavyMetal101Podcast twitter.com/heavy_101 www.inst... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 56 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Wherein Eric celebrates the holiday season by presenting an informal fireside chat discussing some of the best books ever written about heavy metal in a variety of different categories! This episode is being offered on the main podcast feed as a "Pat... more
Wherein Eric battles John, at his very most Johnniest, in a doomed effort to convince him that nü metal can actually be pretty damn cool in the hands of practitioners including Korn, Limp Bizkit, Sevendust, System of a Down, Slipknot, and Deftones.
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Wherein Eric and John pay tribute to our beloved, dearly departed Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne.
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Listening Break #1: Earth "Blue Suede Shoes" (by Carl Perkins) e... more
Wherein the Heavy Metal 101 podcast dresses up for Halloween as a true crime podcast, and Eric and guest host author Josh Putnam explore the fascinating history of Jack the Ripper, his horrifying crimes, and the heavy metal music they would eventuall... more
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If you want to hear some deep cuts from old albums, some comparisons to classical composers from PhDs and if you like the dynamic where someone is roasting a newbie this show is for you. However, I started this hoping it would be 80% academic history of Heavy Metal and 20% opinion. While it started that way, the dynamic between the co-host would eventually became a chore to listen to and because the co-host wouldn’t open their mind. The final straw to stop was when the co-host said “Crazy Train”... more
If you are a metal fan or just interested are learning about listen to this show. The proper respect being given to King Diamond shows the reliability of this show as an educational source.
Great show with lots of real metal knowledge and fun. Check it out!
Pretty interesting to listen to. I’m really curious as to the music at the beginning….what song is that?
I love this podcast! It’s funny and educational, and entertaining!
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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of heavy metal music, intertwining expert insights with the enthusiastic curiosity of a novice co-host. The hosts, featuring a knowledgeable specialist and a beginner eager to learn, discuss a wide range of topics related to heavy metal's rich history and influential figures. Episodes examine iconic artists, subgenres, and important cultural events that have shaped the genre over the decades, often blending humor with insightful commentary. The dynamic between the co-hosts adds a unique flair, inviting both seasoned fans and newcomers to appreciate the complexity and evolution of heavy metal music.
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