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  • #214: Metalhead Philosophy Professor Says Negative Emotions Are Good!
    2025/04/15
    In episode 214 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by Philosophy Professor and fellow metalhead Krista Thomason. Dr. Thomason is a Professor of Philosophy at Swarthmore College, and she wrote the book, 'Dancing With The Devil; Why Bad Feelings Make Life Good'
    The book argues that negative emotions aren't something to avoid but rather embrace. This advice goes against conventional wisdom, so I was excited to ask her questions about her thesis. This is quite contrary to more Stoic philosophies! Of course, we also chatted about metal!

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    #philosophy #metal #mentalhealth
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  • #213: Can Anyone Really Be A Hero or Villain If We Have No Free Will?
    2025/04/08
    In episode 213 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by Sofia Frasz of symphonic blackened power metal band, Exiled Hope. Sofia is currently in law school studying to be a music attorney. I was curious to know why someone who is trained to know how predatory the music industry can be would want to make music herself. Once we got to talking about the new Exiled Hope album, Apocrypha, the subject of free will versus determinism came up. Her characters and music brought whole new questions to this age old debate. Join us!

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    #blackmetal #powermetal #freewill
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    23 分
  • #212: What Is Formless Black Metal?!
    2025/04/01
    In episode 212 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas is joined by one of the anonymous members of Wrath of Logarius. They coined the term "Formless Black Metal" and I wanted to know what that is. What better way than to ask them? They appeared suddenly with their EP 'Necrotic Assimilation' and were immediately signed by Season of Mist. The buzz from their unique sound put them in a strange position. How do you tour when you're in such high demand, but no one knows who you are? Join us!

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    #blackmetal #deathmetal #newmetal
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    20 分
  • #211: 5 TOXIC Band Mates Who RUINED Their Groups
    2025/03/25
    In episode 211 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas tells the stories of five notorious bandmates whose toxic behavior caused chaos, harm, violence and ultimately led to the downfall of their groups. Rock n roll is full of insane stories, but these are at the top of the most unbelievable.

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    #metal #gel #toxic
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    20 分
  • #210: Is the Music Industry Now Driven by Viral Memes?
    2025/03/18
    In episode 210 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas weighs the good and the bad of the rise of social media platforms. Viral memes have become a powerful force in shaping trends and influencing artists. But how exactly are these memes impacting the music industry? From Sleep Token to Pentagram, let's examine some cases together!

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    #Pentagram #ViralReel #SleepToken
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    15 分
  • #209: Investigating Brent Hinds' Exit from Mastodon
    2025/03/11
    In episode 209 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas takes a closer look at the unexpected exit of Brent Hinds from the legendary band Mastodon. What led to this significant change in one of metal's most beloved groups? We’ll explore various angles, including past interviews from Brent Hinds, Brann Dailor, and Bill Kelliher. Also Brent Hinds silently updated his Instagram which is a giant clue! We aim to uncover the reasons behind this departure and what it means for both Brent and Mastodon. Join us as we investigate the story behind the headlines!

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    #mastodon #metal #investigations
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    21 分
  • #208: Bringing Black Metal Into The Light: Dawn of Ouroboros Goes Jazz!
    2025/03/04
    In episode 208 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas chats with Dawn of Ouroboros who take black metal into new territory by incorporating smooth jazz elements. Join us as we delve into the creative process behind this unique blend, showcasing how the band masterfully intertwines heavy riffs with sultry melodies. We'll discuss how their experiences in nature and their day jobs in molecular biology and tech influence their concepts. We'll highlight key tracks from their latest album, and feature exclusive behind-the-stories of their music video production. Whether you're a die-hard black metal fan or a jazz enthusiast, this video will open your ears to some exciting new music!

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    Dawn of Ouroboros links;
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    #postblackmetal #jazz #metal
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    31 分
  • #207: What Made Pantera's Frontman Go Full Black Metal? Scour Answers!
    2025/02/25
    In episode 207 of Heavy Metal Philosophy, Jon Barbas inquires into the world of Pantera and Phil Anselmo with his unexpected venture into black metal with his band Scour. Join us as we explore the motivations behind Anselmo's bold musical shift, and the creative process of crafting a black metal record. Bassist John Jarvis provides insights from band members, behind-the-scenes work, and commentary on the evolution of Anselmo's sound. Whether you're a die-hard Pantera fan or new to the black metal scene, this episode will shed light on the fascinating reasons behind this super heavy project.

    Scour Links;
    https://www.scourofficial.com/
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    #Scour #Pantera #BlackMetal
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    23 分